We’re committing to proactively working to end modern slavery in Birmingham Posted on 22nd September 2021 (19th January 2023) by Georgia Horsfall Seeking to reduce the risk and harm of modern slavery as a local authority is something that we’ve been committed to for some time. One of the ways in which we do so is by looking closely at our supply chains and procurement practices.
The Scottish Government can’t sit on its hands whilst Universal Credit is cut Posted on 20th September 2021 by Georgia Horsfall The UK Government must reinstate the uplift before they plunge more people into poverty, and the Scottish Government must get a move on and use the social security powers that it has.
Co-operative Party Chair’s Update Posted on 16th September 2021 (16th September 2021) by Georgia Horsfall The Party is continuing to stand up for what matters to us as a movement, and ensuring that our members and representatives at all levels are championing our co-operative values and solutions.
Urgent and bold action is needed to avert climate catastrophe Posted on 14th September 2021 (14th September 2021) by Georgia Horsfall With all eyes on Scotland ahead of COP26, it has never been more important to meet our obligations to the world and set an example. This means taking an unequivocal position on new oil and gas plans like the proposed Cambo oil field.
The uplift in universal credit is essential for families the country Posted on 14th September 2021 (14th September 2021) by Georgia Horsfall Trussell Trust research shows that 1.2m people fear that they will be forced to skip meals if the cut goes ahead and 1.3m people fear being unable to heat their homes this winter.
The “Ghosted Generation” need to be brought out of the shadows Posted on 13th September 2021 (13th September 2021) by Georgia Horsfall Young people have been among some of the hardest hit by the effects of the pandemic, both socially and economically – any recovery plan needs to have young people’s interests and worries in mind.
A worker buyout law is vital to saving businesses and jobs in Scotland Posted on 9th September 2021 (9th September 2021) by Georgia Horsfall Workers should be assisted to take over their place of work when they face the threat of redundancy.