All posts tagged with "local-government"
Opinion: Battle of the 4×4s
In one corner of south Norwich, the start of the new schools term signals “mayhem” for the people living there.
Over in our Opinion section read how parents’ school run habits may be forced to change. As it stands, the future of a local school is uncertain.
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…
Entrepreneur snaps up cattle market
Norwich Livestock Market has been sold to a well-known name in local business. The city council won’t disclose the sum involved but some reports put the figure at £5 million. Read More…
Shake-up of city’s fire cover
The results of a 12-week consultation on changes to the way fire cover is provided across Norwich go before councillors next week.
A petition with nearly 2000 signatures led by the Fire Brigade’s Union objects to the changes. Over 20 firefighters could lose their jobs, when Bethel Street closes.
At the same time, ambitious plans have been drawn up to convert the city centre fire station. 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…
Opinion: the first test
Just months after the general election, party activists are again knocking on doors throughout south Norwich. September’s local elections can be seen as the first test of the popularity of the country’s coalition Government.
Over in our Opinion section, hear firsthand why you should vote for each of the parties vying for control of City Hall: Labour, Liberal Democrats, Conservatives and The Green Party.
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…
