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Lib Dem success as Surrey County Council agrees new support for care leavers

Liberal Democrat county councillors are celebrating after a package of measures to support care leavers was adopted by Surrey County Council. As part of a new Charter unanimously agreed by the County Council, young care leavers will be exempted from council tax, as well as given support with continuing education, managing a household and work skills.

21 Mar 2018
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Leech: Ban plastic straws in pubs and bars

Former Manchester MP of 10 years, John Leech has today launched a campaign to end plastic straws in Manchester's pubs and bars. A staggering 550 million straws are used every day for an average of 20 minutes each, but lasting on earth for between 200 and 600 years.

21 Mar 2018
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