Battle of the 4×4s
A long-running dispute in south Norwich has taken an interesting twist, which puts the future of a local school in jeopardy. Read More…
Why fire cuts will endanger lives
On 7th September, councilors will be asked to pass seven recommendations which will form the basis of the next Norfolk Fire & Rescue Service Safety Plan. Euphemistically known as an improvement plan, these proposals include the removal of a fire engine from Norwich when crews move in to the new Carrow fire station. As a result of similar ‘improvements’ across the country, the rate of deaths and injuries per fire, the rate of injuries to firefighters and the cost of fire to the economy has increased. Read More…
Countdown to this September’s election
Each of the 4 main parties has submitted an article to South Norwich News, explaining why you should vote for them on September 9th.
Steven Morphew( Lab) defends his party’s years at the helm; Rosalind Wright (Lib Dem), the wife of the south Norwich MP, puts her party’s case; Andrew Wiltshire argues why you should choose Conservative, while Claire Stephenson explains how this election could see the first Green administration in the country.
There’s detailed information about this year’s election on Norwich City Council’s website.
Why you should vote Lib Dem on Sept 9th
On May 6th, people voted for a change in government and on September 9ththey can vote for change again. Under Labour, the City Council has been under-performing – failing to meet targets in customer service and council tax collection, for example, and in its housing service. The Liberal Democrats offer a fresh start, the chance to not only improve services but make sure you have more say in the way they are run. Read More…
Why Labour deserves your vote
Labour running city hall has already seen Norwich through the worst of the recession. Coalition cuts now threaten vital services. Nobody denies the public sector has to help deal with the deficit, but Labour opposes cutting support for vulnerable people, street lights, day centres and funds to create jobs. It is not public sector workers who caused the recession – it is the banks. Read More…
The Green Party view
The big story at this election could be that Norwich people elect the Greens to be the largest party on the city council. That would be a first in this country. It’s not an unrealistic aim because we are already the main opposition at the city council, and only two seats behind Labour. Read More…
The Conservatives’ case
Across the city, many people will now be considering which candidates – and which parties – they ought to support.
We all recognise that these are difficult times – with huge pressure on the public purse – which will have an impact on City Hall. Read More…
The key to cutting crime
Residents in south Norwich need to act as the eyes and ears for the police. Where communities work with the police, they stand a far greater chance of catching criminals. Local people have a vital role to play, according to one local police sergeant.
Norfolk’s schools under threat
A campaign has started to defend the principle of free state education and local community schools. Last week, local people lobbied Westminster, as MPs debated the Government’s proposals for schools. As a city councillor and deputy leader of the Green Party, I’m concerned Norfolk’s schools may be under threat. Read More…
Giving patients more choice “deeply flawed”
A public consultation closes tomorrow, asking if patients should be able to choose which GP practice they register with. After speaking to local GPs, it’s clear that changing the system could have serious implications. We believe it should be left as it is. Read More…
