Ken Clarke was reputed to have slept through the Budget announcement.  There were at least three key areas which should have woken him up.  The first (relaxation of planning controls)  was in the speech, the second (reduction in winter fuel benefits) and third (reduction in living standards) were disguised.

Read the full story

I am really pleased to be selected for the Dorcan Ward in the May Elections.  I have lived in Swindon for over twenty four years and during that time I have worked in British Telecom, Rover and First Great Western among others.

Read the full story

Sarah Bush performed exceptionally well in the local elections on Friday – recording 1398 votes – only 460 votes short of the leader of the Conservative Group Rod Bluh. This represents an increase in the Labour share of the vote of 12.3% – a tremendous achievement. Congratulations to Sarah and all her supporters and electors.

Sarah can be contacted here