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
Mayor Dave Joins Forces with Other Council Leaders to Demand Better Thameslink Rail Services
Mayor Dave Hodgson is joining forces with other Council leaders to demand a better service for beleaguered rail users on the Govia Thameslink and Great Northern routes. The group of Councils north of London, representing well over a million people, are calling on the Government to ensure Govia raises standards on behalf of passengers across the routes.
26 Jul 2016
Why shouldn't individuals with a learning disability be in a relationship?
Learning disability branch editor, Rebecca, was shocked to find that individuals close to her were unaware that a disability does not change a person's desire and right to be in a relationship
26 Jul 2016
Belle Vue Nursing Home in Middlesbrough in special measures over 'neglect'
A Middlesbrough care home has been placed in special measures over concerns its residents had suffered from neglect.
26 Jul 2016
Charity wants better training after driver refused to take blind couple and guide dog
A national charity has called for more training for cab drivers after a Leicester taxi driver refused to pick up a blind couple with a guide dog.
26 Jul 2016
Folkestone to Dover Train Line to Reopen in the Autumn
Network Rail have announced the £39.8m project to rebuild the line between Folkestone and Dover will be completed this autumn.
26 Jul 2016
War On Weeds
Mayor Dave Hodgson has announced a 'War on Weeds' to tackle the rapid weed growth which has taken place across the Borough on roads and pavements. Due to the amount of warm, wet weather this year, weeds have taken the opportunity for rapid growth. Over the next three weeks the whole of the Borough's highways will be sprayed with green-friendly weed killer spray. In addition, a Council Hit Squad will be sent out manually ripping weeds out of the ground.
26 Jul 2016