Bedford Borough Council has been ranked 10th out of 151 local authorities nationally in securing positive outcomes for the Troubled Families programme. The latest Department for Communities and Local Government (DCLG) data reveals that the Council has helped to transform the lives of 65 families with complex needs as part of a groundbreaking government scheme.
Autumn Conference was a great opportunity for Liberal Democrats to meet and discuss policy. This year's topics included such policies as land reform, green jobs, and improving the quality of home care in the UK.
Marking Bi Visibility Day today, Liberal Democrat Minister for Women and Equalities Jo Swinson MP said: "Absolutely no-one should face prejudice and discrimination because of their sexual orientation or gender identity.
Cash-strapped Wiltshire Council is to get rid of a number of senior management posts in an attempt to stay solvent.
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With all the excitement at conference we forgot to post this report on Vince Cables comments at ALTER's fringe