Written by Jon Tandy on 26 January 2010
Shropshire Council is raising awareness of a programme to provide low income families with a free computer and free internet access. The council wants to ensure that all eligible families across the county are made aware of this opportunity and apply for a Home Access computer and internet package. The Government scheme is being rolled [Continue]
Written by Jon Tandy on 30 November 2009
Following a campaign by Lib Dem MPs in wealthier London suburbs, the Lib Dems now say they would raise their mansion tax threshold from £1m to £2m. The Lib Dems have been unable to convincingly say how they’ll work out the value of people’s homes that aren’t being sold. The available figures on sales show [Continue]
Written by Jon Tandy on 18 October 2009
This development is of course a great improvement in the area. However, it was only through intervention by the local Labour Councillors that any shops were included. We immediately saw that those without access to cars need a shop to provide for their local needs. I welcome the 20 new affordable houses here, but it [Continue]