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Labour government announces radical action to speed up removal of cladding

This looks like very good news – including for residents of affected properties I’ve offered help to here in Norwich. Email casework@clivelewis.org if there’s anything you think I can do for you now.

Labour government confirms making our local school buildings fit for purpose is a priority

Alice MacDonald MP and I wrote to government ministers about condition funding and priorities for our schools. I’m pleased the reply shows the government are committed to making sure school buildings are fit for purpose, and Alice and I will do all we can to work with the local authority…

Analysis: Is the supposed ‘£90bn’ cost of compensation really a barrier to restoring water companies to public ownership?

Let’s take a look. First, English law doesn’t require compensation for nationalisation unless expressly provided for. And even then, there’s no obligation for it to be based on market value. Moody’s, a leading credit ratings agency, confirmed that compensation lies within Parliament’s discretion. The European Court of Human Rights also…

Analysis: What could happen to their £60bn debt if English water companies were taken into public ownership?

Ultimately, it’s a matter of public support & political will. As the economist Maynard Keynes said: “Anything we can do, we can afford.” 1. Debt Assumption The government could take on the debt, adding it to public finances. While it raises public debt, future water revenues could help offset it…

Devolution should be good for democracy and services in Norwich and Norfolk

Earlier this week, the government revealed its proposals for devolution. Here it’s likely to mean the abolition of the County Council and instead Norfolk and Suffolk sharing an elected mayor and a ‘strategic authority’. It’s also likely that smaller district (and ‘city’) councils will be replaced by larger unitary authorities.…

Best wishes for a peaceful and happy Christmas and New Year!

And, as ever, big thanks to David Shenton for the wonderful illustration.

Norwich panto time!

I am excited that Norwich Theatre kindly invited me to attend this year’s Christmas pantomime—a reimagining of the classic Aladdin, but with a special twist: It’s set right here in Norwich! This family-friendly production is the perfect festive treat for children and adults alike. It’s filled with laughter, magic, and…

Labour action helps Bowthorpe get a pharmacy again!

I had the pleasure of attending the opening of Bowthorpe’s new pharmacy, a long-awaited event officiated by the Deputy Lord Mayor. This marks the triumphant return of a crucial service the community lost in 2022, sparking a determined campaign to bring it back. The reopening is thanks to the tireless…

Visit to Shoebox Enterprises in Norwich

I recently visited The Shoebox Enterprises, a local social enterprise working to “unite people”. Their community hub is a warm and welcoming space where people can meet, share experiences, and support one another. During my visit, I met some of Shoebox’s users. I heard their thoughts on how national issues,…

In Parliament: Backing East of England Ambulance workers

I met East of England Ambulance workers who travelled to Parliament to ask MPs to stop the closure of Bedford’s emergency call centre. In September, the East of England Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust (EEAST) told staff it was going to shut the Bedford EOC, diverting calls to Chelmsford and…

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