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
Nine new hiring a PA factsheets
Disability Rights UK are working, together with the Low Income Tax Reform Group (LITRG) to run a series of half day events exploring the tax implications of employing a personal assistant to meet health or social needs. LITRG have produced nine factsheets that will help you understand your tax and national insurance responsibilities if you are taking on a personal assistant. These are:
12 Mar 2014
Support for new efforts to save local pubs
A local Councillor spoke in favour of measures to protect local pubs at a national conference.
12 Mar 2014
Blind man repeatedly had his benefits stopped because DWP failed to send his letters in braille
Rob Powell had to turn to payday loans to survive after blundering pen-pushers continually sent hIm letters he couldn't read
12 Mar 2014
Tories' Essex youth service cuts allowed to proceed
Major cuts to Essex Youth Services will now go ahead. The Conservative majority on a scrutinycommittee on Wednesday 11 March agreed to not oppose the cuts, after they were approved by Essex County Council's Cabinet.
12 Mar 2014
Tories' looking to axe school crossing patrols
The Tories running Essex County Council are looking to remove school crossing patrols in Brentwood.
12 Mar 2014
Brand New Bus Station for Bedford: Stay Right Up-To-Date with New Webcam
A new webcam trained on the bus station is now available via the Council's website, allowing local residents to keep an eye on this major project for Bedford Town Centre. Still images of the works, which have seen demolition on the main bus station building itself begin this week, are updated every few minutes, meaning even those who do not visit the site frequently are able to stay righ up-to-date with progress on this major development for their town.
12 Mar 2014