The second of Labour’s five missions in government will be to halve serious violent crime and raise confidence in the police and criminal justice system to its highest levels, within a decade. Labour believes that feeling secure is the bedrock on which opportunities are built, communities can thrive, and local economies can prosper. That sense … Read More
Women
Labour to Reform Childcare
According to a report by the Charity Coram, average childcare costs have increased by 5.9% over the last year and the availability of place has plummeted. It has been estimated that a full-time nursery place for an under-2 would cost the average British worker £15k a year. This is approximately 40% of the average income … Read More
International Women’s Day
To all the Incredible Women in the World, Shine on, not just today but Every Single Day. Happy Women’s Day! Angie Scott (pictured) is the hardworking Labour County Councillor for Prudhoe North.
Quarter of households run out of money for essentials
One in four households regularly run out of money for essentials as the cost of living crisis bites. A survey commissioned by the Together Through This Crisis initiative, has found that nearly 40% of people end the month with no money left and 24% run out of money to pay for essentials on a regular basis. … Read More