Hard times to come – MPs
Today’s unemployment figures are the ‘tip of the iceberg’ according to Cornwall’s five Liberal Democrat MPs. New statistics are expected next month, breaking down the level of worklessness by area, and experts say the level of unemployment across Britain could reach three million by Christmas 2010. There were 7,000 fewer people employed in the South West between June and August 2008 than in the previous quarter. Commenting, North Cornwall’s... Read More
MP supports Democracy Week
Dan Rogerson MP hears ideas for new political parties at Sir James Smith’s School Year 9 students at Sir James Smith’s School were paid a visit by their local MP, Dan Rogerson, on Monday as part of ‘Democracy Week’. The initiative, led by the Local Government Association and North Cornwall District Council, is designed to increase interest in local politics among young people in the area. Mr Rogerson took part in a session on the work... Read More
Local MP supports autism bill
Dan Rogerson MP signs his support for the Autism Bill North Cornwall’s MP, Dan Rogerson, has pledged to ensure a brighter future for people with autism in the area by backing a draft Private Members’ Bill, launched by The National Autistic Society (NAS). The Bill aims to increase the information available to local authorities about the number of people with autism in their area, and their needs. It also seeks to secure effective transition for... Read More
Government ‘Debates’ Regional Spatial Strategy for the South West
All five Cornish Liberal Democrat MPs today attended a Westminster Hall Debate on the Regional Spatial Strategy for the South West. The Government’s final document received no support during the debate from any South West MPs from all parts of the region and from all political parties. Cornwall’s five Liberal Democrat MPs vehemently opposed the lack of a proper consultation, the dismissal of local councils and the determination of the Labour... Read More
