I recently visited the new Veterinary Centre at Woodside Animal Centre which is due to open next year. This facility will enable the centre to administer their own vet care, and may make other support for the community available. The centre also needs some help raising funds to cover large […]
Last week I met with Dr Grant Ingrams and his team at Oakmeadow Surgery for a very interesting discussion about the pressures facing general practice & what can be done to address them. All our NHS staff are working so hard, I am unbelievably grateful especially at this difficult time.
Norman and Underwood is a truly amazing local company with an international reputation. Founded in 1825, this family run business is world renowned for its sheet lead, produced using traditional sand cast methods used since Roman times. The lead can be seen on some of the most famous buildings in […]
I recently visited Liberty House in Braunstone Frith, which provides supported living for teenage mothers. I heard about how the support young mums receive – such as advice on work and training, plus help with essential life skills like cooking, cleaning and budgeting – was giving them the confidence to […]
Liz comments on the closure of a Thales UK plant in Braunstone Frith. To read more, click here.
This week is National Apprenticeship Week and I’m supporting the campaign by Leicester College and the Leicester Mercury’s to create 100 apprentices in 100 days. Apprentices get highly valued qualifications and on the job training which can make a real difference in getting a job. Apprenticeships aren’t just for young […]
I think one of Labour’s proudest achievements is our investment in children’s early years. When I was Director of the Maternity Alliance, I saw the difference good quality help and support can make to parents and young children, particularly if it starts very early on in life. We’ve now got […]
