Breaking Britain returns, this time it’s the schools
Why is so much of Britain’s infrastructure literally falling apart?
13 Sep 2023
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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
Learning disability 'love agency'
An Oxfordshire charity has launched a pilot project to help adults with learning disabilities find love. The Guideposts Trust's "Mates n' Dates" scheme aims to pair up members across the county, and says if it is successful it could go nationwide.
24 Oct 2007
Offenders help disabled gardeners
A group of young offenders have transformed a building used by a community project for disabled people by painting a colourful mural. Fifteen youngsters used their spare time to paint the portable cabin, which is home to Newbury's Growing 4 All.
24 Oct 2007
Clothes range founder nominated
A businesswoman who set up a company making clothes for disabled people has been nominated for a prestigious award. Annabel McMahon, who set up Rackety's of Leek, Staffordshire, has made it to the finals of HSBC's Start-up Stars competition.
24 Oct 2007
Disabled service gets £500k boost
A service helping pensioners and people with disabilities in Powys is set to receive a major overhaul thanks to a £500,000 cash boost, say officials. Powys Community Equipment Service supplies items such as hoists to bedridden people, and helps them continue to live in their own homes.
24 Oct 2007
Rail lift campaigner gets stuck
A woman who fought for better disabled access at her local railway station has ended up stuck in the new lift.
24 Oct 2007
Government must tackle root causes of fuel poverty
The Liberal Democrats today released figures showing that the Winter Fuel Allowance now only covers 36% of the average winter fuel bill, compared with almost two thirds in 2003.
24 Oct 2007