Breaking Britain returns, this time it’s the schools
Why is so much of Britain’s infrastructure literally falling apart?
Why is so much of Britain’s infrastructure literally falling apart?
Lib Dems condemn “chaotic and incompetent” budget
The sheer quantity of raw sewage being dumped into Britain’s rivers and coastal areas is a scandal and a disgrace.
Britain's triple 'A' credit rating is now in doubt. This, if nothing else so far has, should raise concern in the mind of George Osborne that a new approach to Britain's economy, and future, is needed.
In tough times you should keep more of the money that you earn. That's why the Liberal Democrats want to see the tax-free threshold raised to £10,000 - giving you a tax cut when you need it most.
Wiltshire Council has approved what it calls a 'jobs led' planning document for the county. However a suggestion that the one spot in the county which would be most attractive for employers - junction 17 of the M4 at Chippenham - should be developed, was rejected by the council. So whilst Swindon profits from its position on the M4 corridor Wiltshire ends up with scattered employment allocations which are unattractive to potential employers.
Local residents are leading an application to see Sandgate Escarpment registered as a Village Green. Registration would add further protection to access to the area which has been open for years for residents and visitors to enjoy, on the wooded hillside below Shornecliffe Barracks and rising above Military Road, Sandgate.
The good news is that your Council Tax bill will not increase this year. The government has given Wiltshire Council a grant to allow it to freeze the rate. With the police and fire services also freezing theirs the only element which might increase is the town or parish council, which is usually only a tiny part of the whole bill.
A multi-agency 'Day of Action' will be focussing on Tavistock Streeton Thursday 16th February. Organised by Bedford Borough...