Breaking Britain returns, this time it’s the schools
Why is so much of Britain’s infrastructure literally falling apart?
13 Sep 2023
News
Press release on the Autumn Statement.
Lib Dems condemn “chaotic and incompetent” budget
17 Nov 2022
Sewage in our Rivers
The sheer quantity of raw sewage being dumped into Britain’s rivers and coastal areas is a scandal and a disgrace.
14 Sep 2022
Government advisors recommend 'food for the brain' campaign
A significant contributor to the increasing rate of crime, aggression, depression and poor school performance is poor nutrition. That's the conclusion of the Parliamentary Food and Health Forum, who issue a report today urging for government to fund a campaign to research, increase awareness, and encourage us to eat more fish and whole foods, high in essential fats, vitamins and minerals.
30 Jan 2008
Council allowances hike to £7k
Tempers flared and party battle lines were drawn as councillors voted for their own huge cash increases last night.
GMP
30 Jan 2008
New Focus for East Park Ward
East Park Liberal Democrats have started to deliver their latest Focus leaflet across the Ward. The main stories are: Darren Friel supports protest against shelter for homeless - 1267 sign petition; Rise in Council Tax Bills will lead to cuts in public services; No cardboard and plastic recycling; West Midlands needs Eurostar link says MEP; Darren sets to work on the improvement of road surfaces in East Park.
30 Jan 2008
More money to help disabled workers into sustained employment
More money will be available to help disabled workers move into sustained employment announced Secretary of State for Work and Pensions Peter Hain today.
30 Jan 2008
Needy 'face social care struggle'
Elderly and disabled people in England are increasingly being denied social services, a report says. The Commission for Social Care Inspection said councils were tightening their criteria which determines who is eligible for care. The watchdog said the situation meant there were 281,000 people in need of help receiving none while another 450,000 suffered shortfalls in care.
30 Jan 2008
Deaf boy's cotton wool bud 'cure'
A boy who has been partially deaf for nine years was suddenly cured - when a cotton wool bud popped out of his ear. Jerome Bartens was diagnosed as deaf in his right ear when he was just two and has struggled at school ever since.
30 Jan 2008