politics
MPs face questions from older generation
Older people and their carers have a chance to question their MP, at a meeting next week. Read More…
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…
Opinion: the case against free schools
As key Tory education reforms are debated in the Commons, one local politician has taken a stand against the Government’s plans. The academies bill would allow parents to set up their own schools and pave the way for hundreds more academies.
Over in our Opinion section, Adrian Ramsay, the deputy leader of the Green Party, argues the bill is a step in the wrong direction.
Chance to quiz your local MP
Almost 3 months after the general election, Simon Wright (Lib Dem, Norwich South) will be among a panel of MPs taking part in a debate this Friday. Read More…
MP fights for local business
Simon Wright (Lib Dem), MP for Norwich South has secured a meeting with the Treasury tomorrow, where he’ll argue Norfolk’s case for more infrastructure and investment. Read More…
Norwich South MP lists challenges facing city
Norwich’s newest MP, Simon Wright has made his maiden speech in the House of Commons. In it, he revealed he’s one of an number of MPs who’s still paying off his own student debt. Taking to his feet for the first time, he raised the issues he thinks will most shape Norwich’s future. Read More…
After polling stations close…
There’s nothing quite like election night. It’s a strange mix of anxiety and anticipation; an arena where hopes are dashed or born. You could have no interest in politics at all and still be drawn in. Here’s what happens after the polling stations shut.
Ok. It’s decision time
A month’s campaigning ends today. In south Norwich we’ve seen some big names bused in, such as Nick Clegg, Shirley Williams and Lord Adonis. David Cameron came close, but stopped at Norwich North, symbolic perhaps of how he views his party’s chances here. So where does that leave us? Read More…
Want to be our MP? South Norwich candidates quizzed
Local politicians face a grilling from students in south Norwich, ahead of the general election. The Union of UEA Students has drawn up a draft manifesto to put to each of the candidates. On the day university teaching budgets were cut, students want to learn where each party stands on issues such as tuition fees. Read More…
Charles Clarke backs move for secret ballot
MP for Norwich South, Charles Clarke has confirmed he’s backing calls for a secret ballot on Gordon Brown’s leadership. Just last week, Mr Clarke wrote on his blog that “the General Election is eminently winnable for Labour under a new leader.” Read More…
