Dundee LibDems back calls for a simplified benefits system
Dundee Liberal Democrats have today (Monday 30th July) backed calls for the benefits system to be simplified.
30 Jul 2007
National News
Gurkha Pensions Increased: To JUST over £130 a month
A "significant" 19% boost to Gurkha pensions announced by the Ministry of Defence only brings a standard Gurkha pension to £131 a month - described by Folkestone Gurkha Councillor Dhan Gurung as "a joke".
30 Jul 2007
Sunshine 'protective' against MS
People who spend more time in the sun as children subsequently have a lower risk of developing multiple sclerosis (MS), a US study shows. The University of Southern California team suggest UV rays offer protection by altering the cell immune responses or by boosting vitamin D levels.
29 Jul 2007
Public Meeting to be held on plans for Lintons Centre
Ward councillors have arranged a public meeting for Thursday 2nd August at 7.30 pm at the Phoenix Club: there was every indication that a planning officer and the planning applicants would attend.
29 Jul 2007
Lib Dems get Cross-Party Decision on Hospital
A meeting of the Borough Council on Tuesday 24th July resulted in the first truly cross-party decision on the future of Epsom Hospital.
29 Jul 2007
Councillors' 14% Pay Increase adds nearly £10,000 to Budget
Residents' Party councillors voted themselves a huge increase in their allowances from August this year despite a move from the Lib Dem Opposition to limit the rise to inflation.
29 Jul 2007