The independent Insitutute for Fiscal Studies (IFS) has published its findings on the reform of UK taxation. It includes the replacement of business rates and Stamp Duty Land Tax by "a land value tax for business and agricultural land" - but only "if practicable".
Webmasters Note - this is a useful article which answers many of the questions which the rest of the press has not answered.
From: Susan Gaszczak - Hertfordshire Liberal Democrats County Coordinator
A major refurbishment of Gosforth Swimming Pool is planned between now and the Spring. The programme, financed from £0.5 million of Council funds, will include new changing facilities, a refurbished sauna and steam room and a new activities space for a range of purposes including dance, pilates and yoga. A new improved air handling system will be installed. The Pool is expected to reopen in April.
The Park Ward Focus Team are delivering their November Focus newsletter to some 5000 homes in the Ward. The main stories are about the Vauxhall Estate concierge services, litter, traffic calming for York Avenue and Less money for our City yet Labour still say spend more!
We have just days to the by-election for the Bromham, Rowde and Potterne ward. Helping us canvass will make a difference. Come join other local volunteers in Bromham, Rowde and Potterne as we canvass with our candidate, local resident Paul Mortimer.
