politics
Tax loophole tightened
From April, empty homes in Norwich will no longer be eligible for a council tax discount.
The step is seen as a victory for those who want to see more empty homes brought back into use. Almost 500 homes in Norwich are currently classed as empty. Read More…
MP intervenes in bus row
The MP for Norwich South has secured a meeting with First following concerns over the changes to bus routes in the city.
Some UEA students, who had bought annual bus passes, returned on the first day of this term to find their route had been withdrawn.
Simon Wright wants to hear people’s experiences and concerns ahead of the meeting. Read More…
Rubbish collections: “absolute priority”
Reassurances have been given that city rubbish collections will go ahead this week.
Emergency arrangements were made late last night, after contractor The Fountains Group went into administration. Read More…
Opinion: Time for tenants to unite
Young people in rented accommodation may be kept off the housing ladder for longer than any generation since 1945, according to one local councillor.
Samir Jeraj, who represents Town Close ward, argues it’s time for tenants to come together to fight for decent conditions and rents.
Read Samir Jeraj’s thoughts, over in our Opinion section. Read More…
Children’s minister to visit Norwich
Liberal Democrat minister, Sarah Teather, will be address local party activists at an event tonight. Read More…
Opinion: Your money, your say
Norwich City Council is failing to give people a real say on the big spending issues the city faces, according to one opposition councillor. Over in our Opinion section, Eaton councillor James Wright singles out senior management salaries and private consultant’s bills as areas the council could be cutting back on.
The new leader of the Liberal Democrats explains they’ve drawn up an alternative plan for saving the city millions.
Street lights to be switched off over Christmas
Contractors will start to switch off street lights in south Norwich over the next fortnight.
Click here to see the map in detail showing which streets are affected by the 5 hour night time switch off.
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Business secretary returns to NRP
Rt. Hon Vince Cable MP returns to Norwich today as a keynote speaker at conference about unlocking growth.
Organised by Norfolk Chamber of Commerce, the focus will be on the potential the Norwich Research Park has to grow the local economy. Read More…
Expenses under spotlight
An Eaton councillor is calling for all expenses claims made by senior managers at City Hall to be published. Read More…
Clash over future of community centres
The future of 16 community centres across the city is under review – which has led to concerns that local people won’t be consulted. Read More…
