The TA Building was built 1896-7 on Paisley High St to the design of Paisley's foremost architect of the time, TG Abercrombie. It is one of the best of the 38 listed buildings by him. Following a fire in 2020, the owners, the JR Group, supported the remaining front and side walls with scaffolding. But in early October 2024 it removed the scaffolding.  It applied on 18th October for permission to demolish the building, claiming it is 'urgently necessary in the interest of health and safety'. However, the structure appears to be stable; and even if masonry were to fall, it would not endanger the public because the walls stand well within its site boundaries. The TA building is a much-loved part of the town centre streetscape. It complements the A listed Museum and Coats Memorial Church between which it stands. Its loss would undermine the sense of confidence in Paisley's future which is returning with the major investments in its town hall, museum, arts centre and central library. The prospects for restoration of the TA building are supported by: • The reopening in 2025 of the restored, improved and enlarged Paisley Museum; • The large flat site behind the building on which 'enabling development' could be built (a proposal for conversion and redevelopment providing 26 flats was permitted in 2007); • The excellent open outlook of the property south to the university campus, west to the Coats Memorial Church, and east to the public open space of the museum; • The success of the Council's policy of encouraging town centre living, aided by a reduction in its requirements for on-site parking; • The growing attraction of Glasgow home seekers to Paisley due to relative house prices, the attractive environment, and the proximity to Paisley Gilmour St station, the third busiest station in Scotland.

After learning that the bill for repairs to Stepping Hill has risen from £89m in 2021to the current figure of £130m the government has made a U turn and say that it cannot commit to the funding of the repairs at this stage.  We believe that the current state of disrepair of our hospital prevents patients receiving the care they need, makes it difficult for staff to provide high standards of care and will lead to even longer waiting lists. After declaring that the NHS was broken the Labour government announced that they would fix it.  In July this year, they confirmed that money would be available to repair Stepping Hill Hospital after a catalogue of problems were identified including:   ·         Buildings being unsafe for Staff and Patients ·         Closure and demolition of Outpatients B due to deterioration of the structure of the building. Relocation of departments in the hospital and reduction of outpatient appointments. ·         Ceiling collapse in the radiology department  (4h March 2024) due to leaks causing the cancellation of appointments. ·         Ceiling collapse in critical care unit causing the evacuation of seriously ill patients to operating theatres in the hospital and to another hospital   According to the Guardian Newspaper (17/10/24)’ Stepping Hill Hospital lost 2.918 hours of clinical time (worth approx. £581 000) because of recurring structural issues – the most of any hospital site’ Another Guardian article (30/12/24) again featured Steppping Hill as hospital in state of disrepair. https://www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2024/dec/30/england-rundown-hospitals-are-outright-dangerous-say-nhs-chiefs?   The previous Conservative government promised 40 new hospitals by the 2030s. Stockport Foundation Trust who run the hospital and Stockport Council applied for funding to build a new hospital, but the request was rejected.  An extension to emergency care is ongoing, but this is not enough. We need and demand the urgent repairs to our hospital now.

This is important because not only is the the pub and event organisers are being singled out without valid reason! But also the vulnerable people & children who come to enjoy the music and without the danger of going into the carnival itself.  We have had next to no problems at these events compared to what goes on in other locations and we feel the community is at a loss if we are unable to go ahead. Let’s get our licence back to keep the event outside in the sunshine and also so we have enough room for the amount of people coming. The inside capacity isn’t large enough to host this event and given the nature of the day we don’t see why we can’t be outside like everyone else.

Fairness and equality for pensioners all over the UK.  To extend a better quality of life for those whose only crime is being old!

Access to EV charging points also presents disproportionate challenges to disabled people. While charging infrastructure is growing, many charging points remain inaccessible or located far from residential areas, creating distress and impracticality for disabled individuals and their carers, some of whom are disabled as well. For individuals reliant on personal transportation for medical and daily needs, the journey to a charging station is an unnecessary burden and, in some cases, impossible. Our Requests: 1. Provide Access to Non-EV Options: Ensure that Motability users who are at risk from EMFs, safety issues, and inaccessible charging points can choose non-electric vehicles as an alternative, providing a tailored solution that meets their health, safety, and accessibility needs. 2. Invest in Independent Research: Fund and conduct independent studies to assess the impact of EMF exposure from EVs and the feasibility of charging accessibility for those with neurological and physical disabilities. This research should focus on seizure triggers, sensory overload risks, and any safety concerns due to potential battery malfunctions. 3. Increase Transparency and Communication: Motability should clearly inform customers about any potential EMF and safety risks associated with EVs, while also providing practical guidance on charging access, so individuals and families with complex needs can make informed decisions about vehicle suitability. Electric vehicles, while beneficial in many ways, are not a one-size-fits-all solution. For vulnerable populations, the right to choose a vehicle that meets their health, safety, and accessibility requirements is essential. We believe it is imperative that the Government and Motability provide tailored options for all users, ensuring that those with neurological conditions and accessibility needs are not disproportionately impacted or excluded from safe, suitable vehicle access. Please sign this petition to support inclusivity, transparency, and health safety in Motability services, advocating for all disabled individuals to have vehicle choices that meet their unique needs. Signatures needed: 10,000 for a government response, 100,000 for consideration for a Parliamentary debate. This updated draft now emphasizes safety concerns, charging accessibility challenges, and the need for Motability to consider these issues to avoid disproportionately impacting disabled people.

Our petition is inspired by the experience of Grime Gran, a long-time resident of Bethnal Green. Grime Gran, who is elderly and faces limited mobility, frequently has to rely on the help of strangers to navigate the station’s stairs. On many occasions, she avoids the station entirely, choosing to take a bus to Liverpool Street instead, because the lack of lifts and ramps at Bethnal Green Underground Station make it inaccessible for people like her. Margie should not have to make such long, inconvenient journeys just to get her hair done.   Bethnal Green Station is a vital transport hub in our community, and it is unacceptable that it remains inaccessible to many residents. The lack of accessible facilities at the station is a clear example of exclusionary practices that disproportionately affect those with limited mobility, parents with young children in prams, and others in need of inclusive transport services. Let’s stand together to make Tower Hamlets a truly inclusive place for all. Instructions for signing the petition:   Please provide your full name and address/postcode (or the name of your school or workplace if you are signing on behalf of these).    We need at least 2,000 signatures to bring this important matter to debate at the Council.

Please help us to show the council that music is so much more important than the they are giving it credit for. It is vital for our young people’s growth! It is a way for young people to engage with each other, it is so inclusive and people of all abilities can interact together; music is proven to have benefits to mental health, in particular stress and anxiety, in addition to this can give young people the ability to express their creativity and develop a great sense of worth and self esteem. Research shows that pupils who learn music perform better in many subjects and have a greater ability in problems solving and mathematics. Music helps young people to work collaboratively, cooperatively in smaller and larger groups. All of these points show that music helps our children to become healthier, well rounded, contributing members of society. Surely that’s what the government and our council want for our young people? 

To allow people who have been landed with an unfortunate and unchangeable situation to experience the chance of player interaction like the same od other people with the opportunity. As a wheelchair user and having a passion for football (especially women’s), I find it extremely annoying and unfair that there is a limited number is wheelchair spaces and they are only located in one space in a stadium. This means that people like myself never have the opportunity to experience the interaction with players as we are unable to access pitch side. I am aware they are only about 25 players for an approximate of 50,000 fabs that are all wanting the same thing of player interaction, but i get annoyed for myself and other young fans who are unable to try for the experience.  I would like to fight for the chance of having wheelchair seating pitch side for young fans like myself and others to be able to tick these small opportunities odd their bucket lists.  

This is so fundamental when trying to tackle climate change!  We have the technology, it would create jobs in the Green Economy, and it could help reduce the cost of our energy bills. The impact could be game changing, so it MUST be compulsory for all property developers. They have vast profits and could easily absorb the cost impact. 

The science is clear; fossil fuels are primarily responsible for accelerating climate change. Worthing is already seeing the impact of the climate crisis, including an increase in flooding, rising temperatures, drought, and rising sea levels. These extreme events will have an even greater impact on the most vulnerable in Worthing.  A new global initiative is calling for a 'Fossil Fuel Non-Proliferation Treaty' [Fossil Fuel Treaty] to plan the end of fossil fuel exploration and expansion.  The Treaty complements the Paris Agreement and addresses the need for a swift and just transition from fossil fuel energy into renewable, safe energy systems for everyone.  Worthing Borough Council is taking steps to reduce carbon emissions and transition to renewable energy but their efforts will be undermined if we do not bring down carbon emissions nationally and globally. Backing the Fossil Fuel Treaty would demonstrate that the Council is committed to doing everything possible to address the climate emergency.  If you are a resident of Worthing Borough, please add your support & sign the petition.      

Tax will be calculated on the emissions of the car. If I understand correctly most EVs have little to no emissions. So why does the government need to tax these? Tell Rachel Reeves that EVs are better for the planet and therefore don't need to be taxed

This is so important to supporting local drummers, supporting the local store so it doesn’t disappear forever!  We’ve lost so many drum stores around us throughout the years… The only one left is Play Music Today Norwich… We need this to be the reliable place where everyone can see someone face to face for advice, the things you need right at your finger tips and not rely on the web/online, which is becoming so easy to do now. But, by doing this, it adds to returns, not being able to try products out before they buy or even see them in the flesh! It brings the community together and we can start talking face to face once again!