A demand for a change in the law was prompted after Clare Wood’s murder at the hands of her ex-partner in 2009 at her home in Salford. It was later discovered that her ex-partner, George Appleton, had a history of violence against women which Clare was not aware of. HeContinue Reading

New legislation to improve buses and boost local control of services moved a step closer today (17 December 2024), as the Bus Services Bill was introduced in the House of Lords.    The bill will put buses back at the heart of communities, enhance connections to work and vital appointments toContinue Reading

An end to the cruel trade in puppy smuggling has moved closer today (Friday 29th November) following the announcement of Government support for a new Private Members’ Bill. This Bill delivers on a manifesto commitment to crack-down on puppy smuggling by closing loopholes exploited by unscrupulous commercial traders. It willContinue Reading