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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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Government's school plans will create chaos and unfairness

The Liberal Democrats have slammed the Government's latest plans to introduce independent state secondary schools. Edward Davey, Liberal Democrat Shadow Education Secretary said "Whether the Government calls them trust or grant maintained schools, allowing every school the power to select pupils will create chaos and greater unfairness."

24 Oct 2005
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Lib Dem logo bird projected on blockwork

Please consider others for a good time at Halloween

Kent Police have issued guidance to "trick and treaters", and those who are are worried by them, over the Halloween period. Their advice to those worried about strangers coming to their door at Halloween, particularly those calling late in the evening is:

24 Oct 2005
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Changes to Refuse Collection- Update

Lib Dem councillor Pat Brooks is concerned that some residents did not receive correct information when their refuse collection day changed. Some residents did not receive information leaflets and some collections were missed by the contractors.

24 Oct 2005
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Government action 'damaging' green power industries

Problems with a government grant programme are damaging the UK's renewable power industry. Two schemes providing financial support for small green energy schemes are ending this year, and the replacement programmes have yet to materialise.

23 Oct 2005
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Right: The Leader of Newcastle City Council joins Castle Ward Cllr Debbie Almey and Cllr Roger Blackmore with Cllr Andy Metcalfe to see the final touches to building work at the Dawn Centre.

Dawn Centre Visit

The new Dawn Centre which will provide residents and day visitors with dedicated support from a number of agencies and help to challenge the real issues surrounding homelessness and social exclusion in the South Highfields area is on time to open.

23 Oct 2005
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