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
Are 20 streets really less safe?
The answer is no, but the Tory press has been mis-using data to allege that they are. Here's an article from Sustrans :
20 Aug 2012
'Village SOS funding could bring vital investment to South Lakes communities'
South Lakes MP Tim Farron is encouraging local villages in the South Lakes to bid in this years 'Village SOS' competition, which awards up to £50,000 for local community projects.
20 Aug 2012
Waging War on Weeds!
On of the effects of the the unusual spring and summer weather has been unwelcome, vigorous weed growth in locations across Bedford Borough. The periods of heavy rain during what was our wettest recorded period in history not only caused excessive weed growth but also caused significant disruption to the Council's annual weed killing programme. That's why we're declaring 'War on Weeds' to fight back against this blight in our local neighbourhoods.
18 Aug 2012
Dr Vince Cable MP attending Regional Conference
Dr Vince Cable MP, Secretary of State for Business, Innovation and Skills will be speaking at our Regional Conference on 27th October 2012.
17 Aug 2012
After a Fantastic, Thrilling Olympic Games, Let's Make 'Legacy' Really Mean Something
With the thrilling, inspiring action from the Olympics now over and the Paralympics to come, it's a good time to reflect on Bedford Borough's considerable contribution to both events, and to consider how we can all help ensure that that word 'legacy' really means something for current and future generations here in Bedford Borough. This was the subject of my column in this week's Times and Citizen newspaper, and if you've not seen it, I have reproduced it below:
17 Aug 2012
Council Tax benefit to be axed
The Government's Welfare Reform Act 2012 (WRA) abolishes council tax benefit from April 2013. Councils can operate their own replacement scheme, but will get 10% less cash with which to do it. In Wiltshire the impact of the changes will mean a shortfall of £3.5million compared with current budgets. The Government says councils should make cuts to other services to maintain benefits at current levels, but allows other options including cutting benefits. Wiltshire Council has decided to do this.
17 Aug 2012
