local-government
Opinion: Don’t cut: investigate alternatives
The former manager of the council’s Sensory Support Team has spoken out against plans to disband the unit.
Over in our Opinion section, social worker Verity Gibson explains how the planned cuts will hit the most vulnerable: the deaf, the visually impaired and the deafblind.
She joined hundreds of others in a recent march through Norwich, campaigning against the cuts.
Don’t cut: investigate alternatives
Norfolk County Council is proposing to disband its Social Services Sensory Support Team as one of its budget savings for 2011.
Retired social worker, Verity Gibson, criticises the plans as short-sighted.
Where will the axe fall..?
As the county council considers how to save £155m from its budget, petitions to save some services are growing. One petition wants to save social services who help some of the “most vulnerable” in society. Another group campaigning to save The Schools Music Service, is hoping to collect 5000 signatures by Christmas day.
Turkey and sprout omelette anyone?
A Facebook page has been set up for people to share their best Christmas left-over recipe ideas. Suggest an old family favourite or post photos of your creations. Local restaurants are also getting involved… Read More…
Traffic delays likely during protest
Police will operate a rolling road closure this morning as City College students march on County Hall. Read More…
Hundreds take to the streets
People from all walks of life marched in freezing weather through Norwich this lunchtime.
Social workers and teachers joined firefighters, youth workers and carers in Chapelfield Gardens, angry at proposed cuts to public services and jobs.
College to march on County Hall
Bus passes for students could double to almost £800 a year if a transport subsidy is dropped, according to City College Norwich.
Their principal has issued a strong statement, calling on the council to reconsider. A protest march is planned, among fears that a cut could price students out of higher education. Read More…
Campaigners organise march
Hundreds of people are expected to turn out for a rally in Chapelfield Gardens this weekend. Campaigners against cuts to public services and jobs will march through the city.
School closure details
Snow on the ground inevitably means some schools will be forced to close this week. Here’s how to find out which ones will be shut in south Norwich.
Bitterly cold weather and a risk of snow in the forecast for at least the next week.
Online petitions in pipeline
Councils are being asked to set out clear guidelines for handling petitions from local people. Under a new Act, they need to set out appropriate responses, as well as offering e-petitions on their websites.
If the petition is large enough, it could trigger an inquiry or a debate by the full council. Read More…
