Since the outbreak of the Iran war, the price of domestic fuel has more than tripled in many areas. Households are being hit with soaring costs for a basic necessity. We believe these price rises amount to profiteering during an international crisis and call on the Government to urgently investigate and take action to protect consumers.

A Statutory Harbour Authority would: • Ensure harbour income is reinvested locally for the benefit of harbour users and the village • Provide long-term funding for maintaining Hurst Spit and the harbour • Give Keyhaven a clear, accountable body responsible for harbour management and navigation Harbours across the UK — large and small — operate successfully under Statutory Harbour Authorities. Keyhaven is more than big enough to do the same. This is our chance to secure the future of Keyhaven Harbour. ✍️ Sign the petition to ask the council and government to support the creation of a Keyhaven Statutory Harbour Authority.

Marjorie I’m Marjorie. I’m 80 now. I have very severe physical disabilities. The Helena Lane Day Care Service in Ludlow is my absolute lifeline. The Day Care Service provides me with social, physical, and emotional care: with friendship; with a hot meal; with help to have a bath; with support and advice when I need it. My life is so much better because of this service – and Shropshire Council proposes to end it. They’ve already run this service down and down – five days to three, full days to half days, staff numbers cut, transport to the Centre axed – and they’ve been TURNING AWAY people who want and need to use this level of care.  But now they give “low attendance” as a key reason for the proposal to close the service altogether! I’m going to go completely ‘doo lally tap’ if I can’t go out anymore. I’m so scared that this is what they’re forcing on me. I can’t stand without assistance. I can’t climb stairs at all. I can’t reach for things on shelves or in cupboards. I can’t walk more than a few yards using my 4-wheel rollator. I depend on other people for my personal care. The service at Helena Lane is a central part of my life. I wonder if Council’s consultation paper is straight from fairyland? This is what they’re offering me after they close the Day Care Service: • Three times in a short document it’s suggested that I need to be accessing employment (!) – but I’m 80 and very disabled and I need a carer to even get out of bed. • They suggest I could use a different day service. Where? Shrewsbury? How do they think I’m going to get there? • And they direct me to a weekly community lunch run by volunteers. Great – but I can’t physically get into the building and I wouldn’t be able to access the loo even if I could. “Sit at home and rot” seems to be the plan for people like me. Please think about what I’ve said, and also please read the comments below from my friend Nino. Her husband has dementia and attends day care at Helena Lane.  She explains what closing the service will mean for people with dementia and their carers. We both think rural services matter - and Ludlow surely deserves better than this.  Please, please sign this petition. Nino Like Marjorie, I'm furious that Shropshire Council intends to end the Day Care Service at Helena Lane. My husband has dementia and can't be left on his own now. A four-hour slot one day a week at Helena Lane is a godsend. It means he has that routine of social contact in a safe environment – and I get a little bit of time for me. I can’t begin to explain how important that is. Both of us would like him to attend Helena Lane for the three days a week they’re open – but they can't offer that because staff numbers have been cut. Ironic, really, when the Council wants to stop the service because of low demand! The Council seems to think that voluntary services like Hands Together Ludlow can step in to replace Helena Lane. It’s a fantasy! We already know about these services and we use them – but they CANNOT substitute for skilled care from qualified staff. If the Helena Lane service goes, there will be no venue in Ludlow where someone with severe dementia can attend without their carer. That will be a huge loss – for people with dementia AND for carers. There is already so little support. If this closure happens, it’s a disaster for Ludlow people affected by dementia. IF YOU LIVE IN SHROPSHIRE, PLEASE SIGN THIS PETITION NOW!

The decision to close SARCs in Plymouth & Truro and expecting victims to travel to a central service in Bodmin would be devastating to many across Devon & Cornwall.  People who have been attacked would be expected to travel up to 3 hours to receive medical examinations.  Victims of sexual assault often feel embarrassed or nervous about seeking support after assault or rape. Expecting them to go out of their way for examination would only add to this feeling. 

Residents’ Petition for Traffic Calming Measures for Lexton Gardens SW12 0AY Dear Councillors, We, the undersigned residents, close associates and frequent users and friends  of Lexton Gardens, SW12 0AY, write to formally request that Lambeth Council take forward traffic-calming measures on our road as a matter of urgency.   Lexton Gardens is a short residential street of 26 households. It is home to families with young children, older residents, and pedestrians who use the road daily to access nearby nurseries and schools, including St Bede’s and The White House And Telferscot. It should not function as a convenient cut-through for drivers travelling between New Park Road and Kings Avenue.   Our concern is real and immediate. We have already experienced near misses involving vehicles and pedestrians. Residents are increasingly worried that, without intervention, it is only a matter of time before a child or other pedestrian is seriously injured.   Several features of Lexton Gardens make it particularly hazardous.   First, the road has an S-shaped layout, which creates blind spots and poor sight lines for both drivers and pedestrians.  Depending on where a person is standing or driving, it is not always possible to see clearly around the bend. This is especially dangerous on a residential road used by children.   Secondly, many properties have driveways, which means residents are regularly reversing in or out. Because there are fewer cars parked along the kerb, some drivers appear to treat the road as more open and wider than it really is. This encourages higher speeds and corner-cutting, despite the limited visibility. Thirdly, the gradient of the road encourages acceleration, particularly from the New Park Road end.  The overall effect is that vehicles can enter and travel along Lexton Gardens too quickly for the layout and character of the street.   The level of risk is increased further by the people who use the road every day. Many of our children are now of an age where they are beginning to walk to school independently.  We also have younger children who are naturally less danger-aware, and some children with additional needs who may be more impulsive or less attentive around traffic.  In addition, Lexton Gardens is used by many non-residents as a walking route to nearby schools and nurseries, meaning there is a regular flow of pedestrians at school-run times. Residents are particularly concerned because drivers appear to use Lexton Gardens to avoid slower travel on the surrounding main roads.  There are speed humps on New Park Road and Kings Avenue, but none on Lexton Gardens.  This makes our road attractive to drivers seeking a smoother and quicker route, despite the fact that it is a  narrow residential street with limited visibility and high pedestrian use.   We do not want to wait for a serious injury or fatality before action is taken. We have had Pet Fatalities and the recent tragic death of a schoolgirl on Garrard’s Road has brought home to many local families just how devastating the consequences of road danger can be.   Residents of Lexton Gardens are united in wanting preventative action now, before a similar tragedy occurs on our own road.   We are not asking for speed humps. On a short road such as ours, they can create additional noise and vibration when vehicles fail to slow properly.  In our view, a better and more proportionate solution would be alternating build-outs or carriageway narrowing, creating a layout that requires drivers to reduce speed and proceed with care.   This type of measure would  offer a number of important advantages. It would physically and psychologically encourage lower speeds, reduce the attractiveness of the road as a cut-through, improve pedestrian safety at blind sections of the street, avoid the repeated impact noise associated with speed humps, reduce wear on vehicles, and be less uncomfortable for cyclists.  It would also preserve a more suitable route for emergency access than more aggressive vertical calming measures.   We therefore ask the Council to:   1. Arrange an urgent site visit to Lexton Gardens during term-time and school-run hours; 2. Carry out speed and traffic-volume monitoring on the road; 3. Assess the road specifically for traffic-calming measures suited to its layout and residential character; 4. Bring forward options for a scheme, with alternating build-outs or carriageway narrowing as the preferred starting point for consideration.   This petition is accompanied by a signature schedule setting out the house numbers, names and signatures of supporting residents, demonstrating clear and direct support from households on Lexton Gardens. We are sending this letter not only to our ward councillors, but also copying it to the relevant Highways and Transport officers.  We ask that it be formally logged as a resident request for investigation and action, including a site visit during school-run hours, speed monitoring and traffic-volume assessment.   We would be grateful for written confirmation that this request has been logged, together with the name of the responsible officer and the anticipated timetable for assessment.   Lexton Gardens is a short, narrow residential road used daily by children, families and pedestrians. It should be designed and managed as one.   Yours faithfully,   The Residents of Lexton Gardens, SW12 0AY    

Jeffrey Epstein’s crimes exposed an international trafficking network involving powerful and well-connected individuals. Evidence presented in court proceedings and released documents suggests that people from multiple countries may have been involved or aware of activities connected to the network. Given the United Kingdom’s international ties and the presence of individuals with connections to Epstein who had links to the UK, many members of the public believe it is necessary to establish whether any UK citizens, institutions, or authorities were involved or failed to act when they should have done. An independent public inquiry would help ensure transparency, restore public confidence, and determine whether any investigative failures occurred. It would also demonstrate the UK’s commitment to accountability and justice for victims of trafficking and exploitation. The inquiry should be established under the Inquiries Act 2005 with full powers to compel evidence and witness testimony.

Petition to Protect Our High Cost Area Supplement (HCAS) We, the undersigned staff, are deeply concerned about the proposal to remove our High Cost Area Supplement (HCAS) following the forced relocation of our workplace to a site just beyond the Outer London boundary. This move was not a choice made by the workforce, yet the consequence is a significant reduction in pay for staff who continue to live and work in and around London, facing the same high cost of living as before. The loss of HCAS would place an unfair financial burden on dedicated employees who have continued to serve their communities without disruption. HCAS exists to help staff manage the higher living costs associated with working in and around London. Relocating a workplace by a marginal distance beyond the boundary does not change the financial realities faced by the staff who keep these essential services running. We call on our employer to recognise the impact this decision will have and to protect the HCAS payment for all affected staff. Removing this supplement after a forced move is unjust and risks damaging staff morale, retention, and the stability of vital services. We respectfully urge our employer to reconsider this decision and work with staff and representatives to find a fair solution that protects employees from an unnecessary loss of income.

As an NHS administration worker I feel privileged to work towards helping people on their way to better health and my job has as much impact on patient care. The 3% pay rise this year, after previous years of inadequate rises against the Cost of living crisis, is pushing my position to become untenable as a single parent trying to support two kids through collage the ends just are meeting anymore. I've always considered myself lucky I'm good at creative budgeting and tightening our belts but there's nothing left to tighten, I have colleagues who already use wage advances and adhoc loans to get through the month. I don't feel I'm being unreasonable asking for a fair wage, we work hard and the strain of money worries ontop of the strain of the job is taking its toll, a decent payrise this year will go a way to alleviate some of this.

Community Petition – Downham Road, Chatburn Speeding traffic on Downham Road continues to be a serious concern for residents. Despite the 20 mph limit, many vehicles regularly exceed the speed limit, putting pedestrians, cyclists, and families at risk. We are inviting members of the community to support a petition calling for speed monitoring and traffic calming measures to make the road safer for everyone. Please sign and share the petition to help bring attention to this issue and encourage action. Your support can help make Downham Road safer.

Titanium Dioxide (E171) is a whitening agent used in everything from sweets and cakes to food supplements. In 2022, the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) banned E171, concluding it can no longer be considered safe because concerns regarding genotoxicity (potential damage to DNA) could not be ruled out. While the EU, Switzerland, and Northern Ireland have removed this additive to protect their citizens, the UK Food Standards Agency has yet to follow suit for Great Britain. We believe the UK should adopt the Precautionary Principle. Consumers should not be exposed to unnecessary risks for the sake of making food look "whiter."  We urge the Government to: - Implement a ban on E171 in all food and food supplements. -Set a clear transition period for manufacturers to reformulate products. -Align UK food safety standards with the highest international protections.

12 months ago I founded The Binfluencers in Keswick as locals were fed up with folk pitching tents at the side of lakes which is illegal and then all the mess they leave also. We also noticed a huge amount of general litter and huge amounts of poo bags just been discarded throughout the national park. I decided locals voices needed to be heard and the extent of such issues needed to be shown. We do regular litter picks, especially around Derwentwater and we managed to gain media interest. This year we have been collaborating with a local filmmaker who is making a film and and a animated short information film about these issues

Pie’n’Mash Is London’s original fast food, a defining emblem of Cockney and London identity and heritage These traditional shops face challenges of falling High Street footfalls, rising costs, intense competition from international global fast-food chains, and finger‑friendly takeaway options. Yet these shops offer: • Quality, artisan, hand-crafted food, often freshly made on the premises.  • Cultural heritage dating back over 140 years with an iconic association with Cockney culture  • A fiercely loyal and passionate fan base, including more than 50,000 online supporters   • Producers who care about their product, traditions, and communities, many with a family heritage spanning up to four generations. Comedian Rob Beckett shares his passion for the food in the recently published ‘Pie’n’Mash futures’ report writing, “Enjoying Pie’n’Mash is now a way for me to remember who I am, and where I’m from, it goes back to not just my roots, but my family's before me. It has a history and a heritage that's almost unique in London now. Let’s ensure future generations can enjoy the same privilege.”    Food historian, Professor Rebecca Earle of the University of Warwick commented in the report, “Dishes from curry to fish and chips, have their roots in the cuisines and cultures of peoples from elsewhere. Pie’n’mash likewise, emerged from this fusion of cultures, from Ireland, Italy, Britain, and beyond. These foods are history on a plate.” ( Copies of the ‘Pie’n’Mash futures’ report can be obtained from the National Pie’n’Mash Week website https://www.nationalpiemashweek.org.uk/march2026 from www.moderncockneyfestival.org.uk ) 'Cockney’s' in Portobello Road is run by Ruth Phillips and her son Billy. Ruth started the business over 42 years ago by refitting a former laundrette.  Born and raised on the Portobello Road, she had her first Pie’n’Mash aged about three in Smart’s Pie’n’Mash shop (aka Renee’s) in the Goldborne Road - sadly, now closed down. With a mother-in-law who made the pies in a local Cooke’s, she learnt the traditional recipes and skills to set up her own shop. The shop exudes the traditions of Pie’n’Mash shops with its tiled interiors, no nonsense menu, and great value food.