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
New Consultation Opens on Future of Fire Station
New Plans for the future of Windsor Fire Station opened to public consultation on 3rd October 2011, closing on 3rd January. Make sure you have your say by clicking the link below to download the Fire Authority's plan.
15 Oct 2011
Have your say on HMOs and Letting Boards in Jesmond
You currently have the chance to voice your views on two Council policies - the policy in connection with Letting Boards and the policy relating to Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs). The decisions on these policies will be important for North Jesmond.
15 Oct 2011
Could you get business rate relief?
All businesses have to pay Non-Domestic Rates (NDR). Although councils collect the rate the money is all snaffled by central government, which then gives some of it back to local councils. However there is a system of rate relief, partly obligatory (funded by government), and partly discretionary (funded by local councils, who can decide how much relief to give).
15 Oct 2011
MP welcomes news that farm crime in Cumbria has dropped by nearly 10%
South Lakes MP Tim Farron has today welcomed the news that burglaries and thefts from farms in Cumbria have dropped by nearly 10 per cent in the first half of this year.
14 Oct 2011
It's Back! You Decide Who Gets £10k!
There is £10,000 available from Kent County Council for community groups in Folkestone West & Sandgate on 5th November. Any group can apply for up to £1,000 for projects that benefit the local area - and local residents decide who should get the cash!
14 Oct 2011
NatWest CommunityForce Grants: Folkestone Groups In Chase for £6k!
Two Folkestone groups are leading the race for a £6,000 NatWest Community Force grant!
14 Oct 2011