We need a new way of lending
The high street banks have never really been a suitable source of loans for those with limited assets or income - their basic idea seems to be that you can only borrow from them if you can afford not to do so. The principal alternative that grew up historically for those in need who could not meet the strict lending criteria of the banks was loan sharks and unregulated lending. Other than credit unions, of which more later.
Take Pride 2015
On Saturday 1st August the biggest party in the South East region takes place in Brighton!
Sandgate Military Road Rec Family Fun Day
This Sunday 2nd August sees the Sandgate Rec Family Fun Day from 11am - 5pm: come along!
Beware the ‘Microsoft Phone Scam’
With the release of Windows 10, the scam known as the 'Microsoft phone scam' is likely to rear its ugly head again.
Farron: Resolve the Calais Crisis with Hope Not Fences
Commenting on the situation in Calais, Liberal Democrat Leader Tim Farron MP said:
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Ed Davey reflects on LGBT History Month 2026
This LGBT+ History Month we celebrate the contributions of LGBT+ people throughout history, reflect on the struggles they have faced and reaffirm our determination to make progress on equality.
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Holocaust Memorial Day Statement
On Holocaust Memorial Day, we remember the six million Jewish men, women and children murdered in the Holocaust, and the millions of others killed under Nazi persecution.
A Harms-Based Approach to Social Media
Big tech companies should not be allowed to profit at the expense of children’s wellbeing.
Our plan to end the A&E corridor crisis
30,000 people wait for over 12 hours in A&E departments every single week - it's a national scandal and we have a plan to stop it.
Trump’s pharma price hike
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