Poorer white pupils neglected for decades, say MPs
2021-06-21
Divisive terms like “white privilege” do not help and promote disharmony, the committee chairman says. Continue Reading
#WeDemandBetter demo in Newcastle this weekend
2021-06-21
A group of local North East residents feel so strongly about lies and broken promises from the current government that they are staging a rally in Newcastle on Saturday 26 June. The focus of the demo is #WeDemandBetter. Speakers at #WeDemandBetter Speakers include:- Chi Onwurah – MP for Newcastle CentralContinue Reading
Covid and me: some highs and lows
2021-06-20
Peter Lathan particularly missed the company and conversation at Alphabetti Theatre and other venues Peter Lathan trawls through the first eight months of his “Covid and Me” journal for Highs (depressingly few) and Lows (even more depressingly many). Day 1 was Friday 6 March when his isolation began. Day 46,Continue Reading
Impressive Scotland frustrate England at Wembley
2021-06-18
England and Scotland play out a goalless draw at Wembley to leave both countries with their hopes of reaching Euro 2020’s knockout stage very much alive. Continue Reading
Covid and mental health, a global view Part 2
2021-06-18
Covid and Mental Health hosted by the British Medical Association continues here, with the emphasis on vulnerable populations. In Part 2 we shall report some of the work being done to analyse and understand the impact of the pandemic on the mental health of citizens, particularly those in low- andContinue Reading
The Great British Spring Clean: councillors and MP lend a hand
2021-06-18
One of the most pleasing activities in the world is the spring clean. The sharp winds give way to the smooth and gentle breezes of spring; the mean and jagged trees soften their intense glare with the coming of the blossom and the rebirth of life. So, too, does theContinue Reading
Duchess of Cambridge launches ‘landmark’ centre for childhood
2021-06-17
In a video to mark the launch of the Royal Foundation Centre for Early Childhood, Catherine, wearing a necklace engraved with her children’s initials, said: “Working closely with others, the centre hopes to raise awareness of why the first five years of life are just so important for our futureContinue Reading
Apology for forced adoption ‘would heal’ Scottish women’s shame
2021-06-16
“It is right that we look at this issue properly and, for me, that means listening to the voices of women, children and wider families whose lives have been profoundly changed by the experience. By doing that, we can work in partnership on next steps.”Continue Reading
Remembering Jo Cox: Love not hate wins
2021-06-16
Five years ago today, the social justice campaigner and MP, Jo Cox was brutally murdered by a right wing extremist. She was a well known and loved, shining light in the Labour Party who stood for values of love, justice and the belief that there is more that unites thanContinue Reading
Simon Jay Raises Target for Ipswich Hospital
2021-06-15
Local hero Simon Jay raises over £2,500 for Ipswich & Colchester Hospitals During the Covid-19 pandemic local hero Simon Jay managed to raise over £2,500 for the East Suffolk and North Essex NHS Foundation Trust and its staff during the Coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak after organising a virtual quiz and settingContinue Reading
