General News Kemptown MP marks V-Day Simon Kirby MP has marked V-Day today, February 14, by praising action to tackle violence against women and girls. V-day aims to raise awareness of violence against women and girls in the UK and across the world, and to call for more action to be done to tackle it. The UK leads the world in working By Sarah Green • 1 min read
Chris Bowers: Lib Dem Candidate for Brighton Pavilion News Lib Dem candidate takes fight on tuition fees to students THE Liberal Democrats’ candidate for Brighton Pavilion has taken the battle on tuition fees to Brighton’s students, saying: “If Labour had achieved what we’ve achieved on fair access to university, it would be shouting the news from the rooftops.” Chris Bowers, who is standing against Caroline Lucas By Besi • 2 min read
Cllr Warren Morgan Health Labour pledge to raise awareness on mental health Labour have pledged to support ‘Time to Change’ and have signed up to their mental health anti-stigma programme. Labour believe mental health should be given equal priority with physical health, as outlined in the government’s mental health strategy implementation framework. By Besi • 2 min read
Business News Oliver Letwin MP visits Hove Oliver Letwin MP joined Conservative parliamentary candidate Graham Cox on a visit to the newly refurbished Hove branch of Barclays last week. They met with local branch managers to discuss how the bank is focusing on customer service to build relationships in the community. Barclays work alongside By Besi • 1 min read
Cllr Geoffrey Theobald: Leader Conservative Group News Tories challenge Labour’s support for Brighton bin dispute Brighton and Hove Conservatives challenge Labour group leader to explain his position on the ongoing Cityclean dispute. The challenge was issued to Cllr Warren Morgan after colleagues in the Withdean Labour branch expressed support for the strike action on Twitter. By Besi • 2 min read
Nancy Platts News Nancy Platts, queries access for disabled voters at the general election Nancy Platts, Labour’s parliamentary candidate for Brighton Kemptown calls on Brighton and Hove City Council and Lewes District Council to ensure access for disabled voters at the general election Nancy has written to the chief executive of Brighton and Hove City Council and Lewes District Council t By Besi • 1 min read
Simon Kirby MP for Brighton Kemptown & Peacehaven News Kemptown MP stands up for doggie rights Simon Kirby, MP for Brighton Kemptown and Peacehaven, this week attended the launch of the Battersea Dogs and Cats Home’s campaign to tackle backstreet breeding and show his support for the welfare of puppies and their mothers. By Besi • 2 min read
Baroness Doreen Lawrence General News Doreen Lawrence to speak in Brighton today Baroness Doreen Lawrence will speak at the Friends Meeting House in Brighton tomorrow, Friday, February 6. Purna Sen, Labour’s parliamentary candidate for Brighton Kemptown and Peacehaven, will share the platform with Baroness Lawrence. Cllr Warren Morgan, the Labour group leader on Brighton and Hov By Besi • 2 min read
Nany Platts News Labour parliamentary candidate supports plans for a fairer deal for renters Nancy Platts, Labour’s parliamentary candidate for Brighton Kemptown and Peacehaven, is backing Labour plans for a better deal for those renting their homes privately. In Brighton Kemptown and Peacehaven there are currently more than 8,500 households (one fifth of all households) living in the priva By Besi • 1 min read
News Lib Dems choose Parliamentary Candidate for Hove and Portslade Brighton and Hove Liberal Democrats have chosen Peter Lambell as their candidate for the parliamentary constituency of Hove and Portslade. Peter has a particular interest in education and is Vice-Chair of Governors at a school for children with severe learning difficulties. He is a former Surrey Cou By Besi • 1 min read
LGBTQ+ News Labour announce ‘zero tolerance’ approach to LGBT-phobic bullying in schools Labour have published today plans to eradicate homophobic bullying in every classroom, playground and dinner hall throughout the country. The plans have the backing of Stonewall, campaigner and actor, Charlie Condou as well as other leading rights campaigners. By Besi • 4 min read
Caroline Lucas speaking at Brighton Station General News Lucas says rail companies must pay out more for repeat delays RAIL bosses have pledged to look again at compensation arrangements, following a Rail Summit held in Parliament yesterday. CAROLINE Lucas, MP for Brighton Pavilion, joined talks with the Rail Minister and train bosses yesterday, calling for urgent improvements to services. Caroline called for a rail By Besi • 2 min read
