Rochdale MP Paul Rowen has joined nearly 200 MPs in backing the Royal British Legion's campaign to 'Honour the Covenant'. The 'Military Covenant' is a mutual promise acknowledged by all services. It says that in return for service personnel agreeing to place themselves in harm's way for their country, the Government promises to help and support people in the Armed Forces and their families when this support is needed.
New research by the Liberal Democrats has shown up serious flaws in the information provided by Kent Fire and Rescue Service in their consultation on proposed cuts to Folkestone Fire Stations. The Liberal Democrats are saying that the information that has been provided in the consultation is misleading and not true.
Congratulations to Lib Dem run Islington on being voted third best local authority in the Pink Paper readers awards. Manchester and Brighton-and-Hove councils beat it, however those cities did seem to sweep all the awards this year - Manchester Pride, Brighton Pride and the bisexual festival BiCon even took the top places as best event, pushing London Pride into fourth!
Deep potholes could appear in Brentwood's roads under controversial cost-cutting proposals.The plans - likely to be introduced on April 1 - mean only urgent repairs will be carried out when road maintenance funds run out.
EDF Energy is putting up its electricity prices by 7.9% and gas prices by 12.9% this week. The firm blamed the rise on the "soaring cost" of wholesale energy, higher distribution costs and increased environmental obligations. EDF said the higher prices would add just under £2 a week to the typical dual fuel bill. The company is one of the UK's largest energy suppliers, providing electricity and gas to 5.5 million customers.
Local MP Tim Farron has today criticised bus firm Stagecoach for the 7.5% rise in the cost of travelling in South Cumbria, this will be the third time in four years that the fares have risen. The rise, which is significantly more than the rate of inflation has been attributed to a rise in fuel prices.
