Archive for April, 2010
Helping children and adults with autism and their families
I was contacted today by the National Autistic Society (NAS), who have invited me to attend a public meeting with Harrogate and District NAS to discuss the recent consultation on Enhanced Mainstream School Provision. As a chair of Governors, provisions for young people with autism, and for their teachers, are something that I am passionate [...]
Read Full Post | Make a Comment ( None so far )Incinerator update
I have received the following letter from Richard Flinton, North Yorkshire County Council’s Director of Environmental Services, in response to my enquiries about the energy from waste contract: Dear Ms Kelley As you are aware, North Yorkshire County Council and City of York Council are jointly tendering for a long term solution for the treatment [...]
Read Full Post | Make a Comment ( 1 so far )IVF disappointment
It was very disappointing to learn that women waiting for IVF treatment in North Yorkshire and York will have another three month delay before they can begin treatment. The Primary Care Trust had previously committed to allowing one cycle of IVF for eligible women from 1 April – see my previous comments on this. [...]
Read Full Post | Make a Comment ( None so far )Singles – transfer your vote
Isn’t it about time that someone started a campaign for single people? So many politicians and commentators repeatedly refer to “hard working families” as the most deserving group in society. Today the Conservatives have gone further and announced plans to give tax breaks to married couples. Spare a thought for single people – whether [...]
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