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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
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Folkestone Town Council Slam Fire Service Cuts

Folkestone Town Council last night strongly backed a call to oppose cuts at Folkestone Fire station, raise awareness of those proposed cuts and encourage as many people as possible to take part in the public consultation on those cuts.

30 Nov 2007
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Liberal Democrats call for Police enquiry into Labour Party donations

The Liberal Democrats have formally urged the police to investigate apparent "serious breaches" of party funding laws by Labour. Acting leader Vincent Cable said in a statement that it was essential to "establish the facts" and press charges if necessary. Gordon Brown has said donations made to Labour through intermediaries were unlawful and has announced an inquiry. But when asked in prime minister's questions as to why he had not called in the police, he said he had followed convention in referring the matter to the Electoral Commission.

30 Nov 2007
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'Tougher' work tests for disabled

New incapacity benefit tests are to be introduced, which ministers say will mean fewer sick and disabled people will qualify for being unable to work. Work and Pensions Secretary Peter Hain says the changes, introduced next year, will end "sick-note Britain".

30 Nov 2007
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Councils 'rationing' social care

Social care for elderly and disabled people in England is being rationed so severely that councils are supporting only the most needy, campaigners say. The Learning Disability Coalition said three quarters of local authorities had decided to restrict assistance.

30 Nov 2007
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