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May 31, 2018There are too many examples for us to publish here, of people who have been shut out and hounded by the Home Office as a result of inhuman, racist immigration policies. But let us take just one local victim . … Read more
Posted in News, UncategorizedGrave and systematic violations
May 16, 2018UN finds that cuts to benefits, social care, the legal system and cuts to local authorities have reversed decades of progress to the rights of persons with disabilities in England. In August 2015 it was revealed in the national press … Read more
Posted in UncategorizedPam Zinkin reminds us: “Our NHS celebrates 70 years on 5 July”
May 16, 2018There will be a march on 30 June to celebrate and we invite members to make cakes to give to our wonderful NHS staff on 5 July. Some of us remember the time before the NHS when our families were … Read more
Posted in Health, UncategorizedEnd the Winter Blues party
March 7, 2018We had plenty of food and lots of chat at our “End the Winter Blues” party on 10th February in The Bungalow at Highbury View. It certainly wasn’t an end-to-Winter-start-of-Spring-day! Freezing rain meant that our intrepid party-goers arrived cold and … Read more
Posted in UncategorizedSotheby Mews reprieve
March 7, 2018The Council has decided to delay the closure of Sotheby Mews Day Centre (Highbury East) until the end of February 2019 allowing more time to iron out details. Local Councillor Osh Gantly told users of the centre that this would … Read more
Posted in UncategorizedOpposition to NHS Accountable Care Organisations
February 8, 2018The High Court on Friday 26 January granted permission to Professor Stephen Hawking, Dr Colin Hutchinson, Professor Allyson Pollock, Professor Sue Richards and Dr Graham Winyard to bring a judicial review against the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, … Read more
Posted in UncategorizedInteresting speakers at our Forum
February 8, 2018Nina Byrd spoke at our January Forum. Straight from university, Nina is a “breath of fresh air” in the National Pensioners Convention (NPC), where she has joined the team as the Assistant National Officer. Already she is making a difference … Read more
Posted in UncategorizedKey facts and figures (latest data)
October 31, 2017• Rising inflation brought about by the Brexit vote’s impact on the pound has further reduced levels of real pay and placed more strain on household budgets. • 13.5 million people – 21% of the population – were living in … Read more
Posted in UncategorizedKeeping your fuel bills down
October 31, 2017Angelic Energy is owned by Islington Council. It is a not-for-profit energy provider bringing low cost gas and electricity to Londoners. The aim is simple: to save you money on your energy bills. Fuel poverty affects so many people, and … Read more
Posted in UncategorizedThe Pensioners Parliament – by Irma Gomez
June 15, 2017The conference was at the Winter Gardens, just at the city centre of Blackpool, 100 metres from the sea, at the back of the tower, a beautiful building. The speakers gave up to date information, there were first class professionals … Read more
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