“Gathering storm” over NHS reform
The MP for Norwich South wants to hear people’s views on plans to reform the NHS.
Fellow Liberal Democrats have said substantial changes will need to be made, before they back the Bill.
Simon Wright is holding a special surgery this weekend, for the public to share their views. Read More…
Norwich says “No” to AV
Norwich’s vote on whether to change the way we elect our MPs differed substantially from the national picture. Read More…
Labour retains power at City Hall
It was a good night for Labour last night in the City Council elections, as they gained 2 seats from the Conservatives. The Greens also gained Thorpe Hamlet. Read More…
Opinion: could Norwich go green?
Will any of the 13 seats up for grabs on Norwich City Council tomorrow night change colour?
With prominent names in south Norwich standing down, we look ahead to see if Labour can hold on to power at City Hall.
Deputy PM brings ‘Yes’ campaign to Norwich
Liberal Democrat leader Nick Clegg brought the campaign for the Alternative Vote to south Norwich today.
The Deputy prime minister spoke at a rally alongside local MP, Simon Wright.
In a small scout hall near Grove Road, Nick Clegg urged voters to back the Yes campaign on May 5th.
Photos: Andrew Wenley
Take-up of emergency meals rises
A new charity, who provide emergency food boxes locally, are opening another depot this month.
Norwich Food Bank expect be helping 2000 people when they’re fully up and running.
But they admit they don’t know how many could need their help. Read More…
Deadline for street light views
Residents have until Friday to have their say on switching off the street lights in parts of south Norwich.
5,700 letters have been sent to residents in Eaton, Tuckswood and Lakenham asking for their views.
Click here to see the map in greater detail, to see which streets are included. Read More…
How small libraries can survive
As budgets are squeezed, the future of smaller libraries will need to be explored.
Here in south Norwich, the answer may lie in collaboration, as we explain in our Opinion section.
Parties step up election campaign
Election count at St Andrews Hall
With this year’s local elections just 5 weeks away, the first big names in national politics are starting to appear in south Norwich.
Warning as city fire cover drops
From Friday, the number of fire engines covering Norwich reduces from 5 to 4, as Bethel Street loses one appliance.
5 fire engines have covered emergencies in the city since 2005.
Concerns have been raised about the impact this will have. Read More…
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