Don’t Mention…Electoral Reform
Or: How Do You Turn a Respected but Arcane Policy Into a Relevant, Emotive Vote‑Winner? LDER Chair Keith Sharp, discusses.
6 Aug 2026
National News
Oldham
New defibrillator for Lees community is ready for use
A new defibrillator has been installed at Hey St John church on Stamford Road in Lees and is now available for use 24/7 by the community.
6 Aug 2026
Orcadian Column
Orcadian column, 06/08
A couple of weeks spent ‘island hopping’ has provided a reminder of how much Orkney Ferries crews do to respond to the needs of island communities and passengers.
6 Aug 2026
Green energy company 'should be stripped of its licence to operate'
Helen Morgan, MP for North Shropshire has called for a renewable energy firm set to run pylons across North Shropshire to be stripped of its licence to operate.
6 Aug 2026
Back Our Campaign for Longer Weekend Opening Hours at Hunters Lane
Back Our Campaign for Longer Weekend Opening Hours at Hunters Lane
6 Aug 2026
Dorset MP calls for Young Carers Champion in every school
Mid Dorset and North Poole MP Vikki Slade has today launched a national campaign calling on the Government to require every school in England to appoint a dedicated Young Carers Champion.
6 Aug 2026