On Friday I was privileged to meet with Gill, Richard and Denise, who live in Leicester and provide care through Shared Lives Plus. They take people who need care and support into their homes and their lives, either permanently, for short periods, or during the day. Gill and Richard have […]
On Friday 22nd June, I joined carers who use CLASP, the Carers Centre for a bite of lunch at Chutney Ivy, to mark the end of National Carers Week. I spoke to Charles, the centre manager, and was really pleased to learn that even in these difficult economic times, Leicester City Council is […]
On Monday 18 June I joined local carers at the Guildhall, Leicester for a cup of tea to mark the start of National Carers Week. This celebrates the vital contribution Britain’s six million unpaid carers make to the people they care for, and to our local communities. The carers I […]
On Monday 25 June I attended a parliamentary reception to celebrate the appointment of Maggie Galliers, Principal of Leicester College, as the new President-elect of the Association of Colleges. I know from her work at Leicester College that Maggie will be a fantastic champion for learning and the vital role […]
I recently went to Leeds to see the work their local Council is doing on social care. I visited Bramley Elderly Action, a fantastic voluntary group that runs exercise classes, craft groups and social clubs so older people can meet new friends and stay active. I also met with staff […]
I recently had the privilege of speaking at a joint meeting of the All-Party Parliamentary Groups on Learning Disability, Autism, Complex Needs and Dual Diagnosis. The meeting was organised to launch Learning Disability Coalition’s “Care in Crisis” report which shows the terrible impact of this Government’s cuts to local councils […]
Last week I spoke from the Opposition front bench in a Parliamentary debate about cancer care. England’s 28 cancer networks have played an absolutely vital role in improving the quality of cancer care in recent years. These networks bring together cancer experts from hospital and community services, share best practice […]
On Monday 25 June I met with Labour Councillors who lead on adult social care in different parts of the country. The meeting was in Birmingham, where this year’s Local Government Conference is taking place. We talked about the huge challenges councils face in meeting growing demand for social care, […]
Liz pops in for a cup of tea to chat to carers about a new strategy offering greater support to them in an event organised to mark National Carers Week.
The Leicester Mercury reports Liz’s visit to the Guildhall to share a cup of tea with local carers at the start of National Carers Week.
Liz reveals that the Government is planning to cut funding for Englands 28 cancer networks, reported in the Telegraph.
The Guardian reports a Parliamentary Debate in which Liz challenges Minister about cuts to funding for Cancer Networks.
