
From the Chamber - Cllr Imogen Shepherd-DuBey
Cllr I Shepherd-DuBey outlines the code of conduct for councilors.
Cllr I Shepherd-DuBey outlines the code of conduct for councilors.
A large amount of what the council does is not universal or is less obvious.
Slough, Woking, Thurrock, Kent, Birmingham - these are just a few of the councils, of all political colours, in severe financial difficulties at present. The list grows by the week.
This week, I want to provide three more examples of the way in which the council is seeking to plan ahead and secure improvements in the years to come.
Most of us would agree that councils should prioritize helping those who most need help, such as children and adults with physical or mental challenges.
Congatulations to Lou Timlin, who won the Wescott East By-Election on 24th August, becoming the latest councillor on Wokingham Town Council.
The contaminated blood scandal is one of the gravest injustices in NHS history. We must honour victims with recognition, dignity, and compensation – and ensure no one ever suffers from such injustice again.
Years of Conservative cuts have hollowed out the legal aid system, leaving millions without access to timely legal advice. Our new policy will legal aid a guaranteed right, ensure no one is left without help.
Millions of people are still trapped in England’s broken leasehold system. Our plan will end the leasehold rip-off, strengthen building safety, and give residents the control, fairness, and dignity they deserve in their own homes.