A survey released recently by the Lloyds Banking Group shows that on average in the South Lakes 48% of families' disposable incomes goes on mortgage payments. This is some 16% higher than the national average.
An innovative policy to create more affordable homes from disused and underused farm buildings has found a national platform as the Liberal Democrats adopt the policy for its manifesto.
Councillor Robin Lawrence will be on the BBC's Politics Show on Sunday. He will be appearing with the Labour and Conservative candidates in a piece on the General Election in Wolverhampton South West.
Due to work commitments, which see him working away from Essex for a considerable amount of time, Mathew Aspinell has decided to resign his seat on Brentwood Council. This will mean there will be a by-election announcement shortly.
Rosie today sent out her first electronic newsletter. The idea is to inform and involve voters in the run up to the General Election. If you would like to be sent the newsletter by e mail on a regular basis please send an e mail to john.doran@wokinglibdems.org.uk headed Rosie's Newsletter.
Liberal Democrats will introduce a new parking scheme in Brentwood that would give residents and visitors the first hour of parking free in the town centre car parks as part of a one year pilot scheme.