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Press release on the Autumn Statement.

Lib Dems condemn “chaotic and incompetent” budget

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.

Charity calls for 'democratic revolution' in care homes

A leading health charity has called for a "democratic revolution" in the way care homes in Britain are run. Sue Ryder, which specialises in looking after people at the end of their lives, says they should be governed for residents, by residents. The idea comes in a report for the charity by the research group Demos on the future of care in Britain. The Patients Association says the move would help give care home residents control over their lives.

Disabled Norton man robbed by Good Samaritan

Julian Huppert MP calls for a change in the law to help disabled bus passengers

MP Julian Huppert backed a move in the House of Commons for a change in the law to allow some elderly and disabled people to use concessionary bus passes on Dial-a-Ride.

Twitter "mong" jokes land Ricky Gervais into trouble

Ricky Gervais has been criticised by disability groups for repeated use of the word "mong" on his Twitter feed. The comedian's recent tweets have included phrases like "Good monging everyone", "Night night monglets" and "Two mongs don't make a right".

Parking u-turns: A good start, but more needed

Following the announcements at Tuesday's cabinet meeting of Wiltshire Council, Liberal Democrats have welcomed the new parking concessions from the Conservative controlled council, following the massive hike in parking charges earlier in the year.

Parking - Tonge makes a gesture

Council leaders have agreed to proposals which will mean Christmas shoppers pay less, charities will get help for key workers supporting vulnerable people and some Blue Badge holders will get a better deal.