What the Stifford Clays by-election result told us 24th October 2013 It has often been said that if you vote UKIP you get Labour. The truth of that statement is quite evident in the result of the Stifford Clays by-election last... Opinions
I support superport over Unite stance 10th October 2013 I recently visited the new London Gateway superport to meet with the elected members of its employee forum. This will be the focus for discussions between... Opinions
My strong voice is getting results 25th September 2013 AFTER the recent security alert which saw the closure of the Dartford crossing, anyone who says there is no need for further crossings is either living in cloud... Opinions
Too little has been done too late 11th September 2013 APPARENTLY this week is Maritime London week. Yes news to me too, which is surprising given the Port of London has moved east to Thurrock! What a great... Opinions
The cost of renewable energy 29th August 2013 PROTECTING our planet is very important, but the focus on climate change must be done in a way that is economically sustainable. I do not believe we currently... Opinions
Don't leave politics to others 15th August 2013 I HAVE just returned from my holidays. This year I visited Romania. Bucharest is a fascinating place to visit. In 1989, when the Iron Curtain fell and communism... Opinions
Bins failings are not acceptable 31st July 2013 FOR many residents, the only service they feel they get from the council for paying their council tax is getting their bins emptied once a week. When that goes... Opinions
Our welfare changes are fair 3rd July 2013 THE Government continues to fix the welfare system so it’s fair both for the people who need its support and the hard-working people who pay for it. Last week... Opinions
Initiative pays, not relying on help 19th June 2013 LAST week my father reached the age of 65 and can now look forward to retirement. As someone who has spent his whole working life as a bricklayer and labourer... Opinions