Liberal Democrats press Government over funding of free bus travel
The Liberal Democrats force a parliamentary debate on the concessionary bus fares scheme.
27 Mar 2008
The Liberal Democrats force a parliamentary debate on the concessionary bus fares scheme.
Responding to the news that the Government is considering personal NHS budgets, Liberal Democrat Shadow Health Secretary, Norman Lamb said:
The cost of NHS prescriptions in Scotland has been cut by almost £2. The reduction, from £6.85 to £5, is the first of several price drops, which will result in free prescriptions for all in 2011.
Free off-peak bus travel for pensioners and disabled travellers is being extended so they can travel anywhere in England using a single pass. But some councils believe the £1bn the government has made available for funding may not be enough.
A man has appeared in court over an attack which left a physically disabled Belfast man fighting for his life.
Tai Chi exercises can help people with type 2 diabetes control their condition, research suggests. Two separate studies found a 12-week programme of exercise was enough to boost the immune system, and to cut blood sugar levels.