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
Salvation for Warley PO
People power and a Gazette-backed campaign has saved the day for Warley Hill post office in Brentwood.
KC
12 Dec 2007
Rowen presses Prime Minister on Christmas pension problem
The Department of Work and Pensions (DWP) have balmed their "computer systems"! as the reason that thousands of pensioners will be forced to wait until Christmas Eve to collect their pensions.
12 Dec 2007
SUPPORT NEEDED FOR REPOSSESSED FAMILIES - HOLMES
The Liberal Democrats have welcomed the Council of Mortgage Lenders' criticism of Conservative cuts in income support for mortgage-payers in 1995, but warned the group that it also needs to look at the reckless lending practices of its members.
12 Dec 2007
Gaps in learning disability care
Support for people with learning disabilities in Wales is fragmented, leaving some living far away from their families, according to a new report. The Healthcare Inspectorate Wales (HIW) review said there were major gaps in the system, especially at school leaving age.
12 Dec 2007
Parking plea to blue badge cars
Drivers with disabled badges in Derby are being asked to use their privileges responsibly in the run up to Christmas. Traffic wardens said blue badge holders had been parking - legally - on double yellow lines around the new Westfield shopping centre.
12 Dec 2007
Bath products 'can treat eczema'
Bath products are an effective way of managing eczema in children, new NHS guidelines say, despite a recent report saying such emollients may do little. But the NHS watchdog warns parents not to waste money on "high street" allergy tests for the condition, and to avoid herbal remedies and food supplements.
12 Dec 2007