Charlotte Wright

2 weeks ago | bbc.com | Charlotte Wright

What matters to Kent voters in the local electionsCharlotte WrightBBC South East Political EditorBBCBriony Thompson, from Maidstone, says potholes are one of her biggest concernsVoters in Kent will soon get to have their say over who is in charge of our local services, from education to social care, libraries and road surfaces. The Kent County Council (KCC) elections will take place on 1 May, with residents voting for 81 councillors across 72 divisions.

1 month ago | bbc.com | Charlotte Wright

Where do lone asylum seeking children end up? Charlotte WrightBBC South East, Political EditorAlex Bish & Miguel Roca-TerrySusan PilcherKent County Council has an obligation to look after lone children when they arrive on small boats in Dover,The number of children travelling to the UK alone to seek asylum has risen to over 7,000 according to the latest figures, with some local authorities saying they are facing challenges accommodating them.

2 months ago | bigissue.com | Charlotte Wright

Charlotte Wright, a 30-year-old from Bolton, was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis when she was just 19. She fears the government’s upcoming disability benefit reforms could prevent her – and others living with the condition – from getting outdoors by: Charlotte Wright I never thought I’d think that life is not worth living, but that’s how hard it is living with multiple sclerosis (MS).

Sep 10, 2024 | aol.com | Charlotte Wright

September 10, 2024 at 1:47 PMSir Ed Davey said the Lib Dems would put pressure on Labour to better fund social care and housing [BBC]Liberal Democrat leader Sir Ed Davey has said the legacy of the former Conservative government is "an absolute disaster" for council finances. Last week Eastbourne Borough Council announced it was considering spending cuts and operational changes to achieve extensive budget savings.

Sep 10, 2024 | yahoo.com | Charlotte Wright

Charlotte Wright - Political Editor, BBC South EastSeptember 10, 2024 at 2:47 PM·2 min readLiberal Democrat leader Sir Ed Davey has said the legacy of the former Conservative government is "an absolute disaster" for council finances. Last week Eastbourne Borough Council announced it was considering spending cuts and operational changes to achieve extensive budget savings.