Wiltshire support for Ukraine
Wiltshire Council has thanked local communities, charities and organisations for rallying behind the people of Ukraine following the country's invasion by Russia.
3 Mar 2022
Councillor Andy Swain - Teign Valley (TDC)
14 Feb 2021
Cllr Andy Swain
Ward: Teign Valley
Parishes: Ashton ; Bridford ; Christow ; Doddiscombsleigh ; Dunsford ; Hennock ; Tedburn St Mary ; Trusham
Contact information
Mobile: 07756 253908
Email: andrew.swain@teignbridge.gov.uk
Committee appointments
Term of Office
- 07/05/2019 - 13/05/2023
Andy's News
Nationality & Borders Bill: Govt defeated on Refugee reform
The Liberal Democrats have welcomed the defeat of a clause in the Government's controversial Borders and Nationality bill. A crucial amendment, amendment 55, was passed by 101 votes to 96. Liberal Democrat Home Affairs Spokesperson, Alistair Carmichael MP said: "Priti Patel's anti-refugee bill has tonight been dealt another major blow, with measures to make it illegal for people to come to the UK in search of refuge being defeated. "This cruel bill is deeply flawed, particularly given the growing humanitarian crisis caused by Russia's invasion of Ukraine. We should be offering sanctuary to those in need, not criminalising them for seeking safety. "Liberal Democrats will continue to oppose these draconian measures and push the Government to offer quick and legal routes for Ukrainian's fleeing Putin's war machine.
3 Mar 2022
Mayor Dave Hodgson launches Skills Led Recovery Plan
Mayor Dave Hodgson has launched a new Skills Led Recovery Plan to ensure that residents have the skills and opportunities needed for Bedford Borough to build back better following the COVID pandemic. The plan will enable Bedford's future economy to be resilient and people-focussed. It will be ready to face economic shocks and will respond to changes in economic needs, ensuring success for residents and local businesses. The plan will be underpinned by Bedford Core Delivery Partnership which will coordinate skills and employment activity, and identify new trends so that training is relevant to local need.
3 Mar 2022
More weight loss support available from council
Three more weight management programmes are to be launched to help North Somerset residents achieve a healthy body weight. North Somerset Council's Public Health team, working with local partners, has already launched a number of local programmes and three more will be starting soon.
3 Mar 2022
DEC Ukraine Appeal
More than half a million people have fled their homes to escape the conflict in Ukraine. The Disaster Emergency Committee, DEC, is made up of 15 member charities who are experts in humanitarian aid and specialise in different areas of disaster response. They come together to speak in one voice and make fundraising more efficient when they launch an appeal.
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2 Mar 2022
Over 900 businesses supported by Council’s £3.5m investment in economic recovery.
Since July 2020, the Council has supported 900 businesses and 2,350 residents with its Economic Recovery Plan worth over 3 million pounds.
2 Mar 2022