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Norcot Banner – Summer 2017
Park Voice – Summer 2017
Spiritual Home For The Black Community In Reading
Reading Black Community It’s hard to walk or drive through Reading town centre without noticing that black history mural. It’s a strong symbol of the black community, our history and our contribution to this town. Last week, we sat in a community meeting and listened to passionate speeches about the mural and Central Club.…
Read MoreRedlands Matters – Summer 2017
News from Redlands Labour Party
Read MoreSpeaking with the community in Whitley
A few dedicated Labour members were once again out on Sunday afternoon speaking with residents about every issue they face as a citizen of our town. Conversations with residents ranged from discussing vacant council properties and drug dealing, to contemplating the pro’s and cons of buying a second hand car the perils of having a…
Read MoreA well deserved rest after a morning campaigning
Woodley and Whitegates Branch Labour Party were out in force today, joined by Matt Rodda MP! After a wet and windy morning campaigning the team enjoyed teas and coffees in Woodley town centre.
Read MoreCllr Rachel Eden at WhitFest
Whitfest Posted by Rachel Eden Labour Councillor for Whitley ward on Saturday, 22 July 2017
Read MoreEnduring the rain to fight for Reading
Even in this mornings horrible weather Labour were out all over Reading, talking to residents about the issue that are important to them. Taking a break from his busy life as an MP, Matt Rodda joined a host of Labour members to engage with the community. If you are interested in joining Labour or would…
Read MoreMatt Rodda’s Maiden Speech in Parliament
Matt Rodda has made his maiden speech in Parliament as the MP for Reading East. Please click here to watch the full speech on Parliament.tv. Alternatively, please view the full transcript below: Matt Rodda (Reading East) (Lab) I am pleased to follow the hon. Member for Harrow East (Bob Blackman) and I welcome…
Read MoreMatt Rodda MP attends Mesothelioma Action Day
READING EAST MP MATT RODDA was honoured to chair the Action Mesothelioma Day event organised by the Berkshire Asbestos Support Group (BASG) at the Crowne Plaza Hotel, Caversham Bridge on Friday 7 July 2017. Keynote speeches were delivered by Dr Chris Davies a consultant at the Royal Berkshire Hospital, Amy Kerr a research nurse with…
Read MoreWhitley Wood Community Centre – Get Together
Bring a picnic and join our Great Get Together in Whitley Wood Saturday 17 June 12pm-2pm Whitley Wood Community Centre Come along to meet your neighbours. Rain or shine we can go ahead. Children welcome and no charge. We are doing this as part of the Jo Cox Foundation’s Great Get together – we really…
Read MoreOlivia Bailey & Matt Rodda – Statement Regarding the Terror Attack in Manchester Arena
“We are devastated by the horrendous attack in Manchester. The whole country is grieving for those who have lost their lives, and our thoughts are with their family and friends. We are also thinking about the brave men and women in our emergency services. We must never allow terrorism to divide our communities.”
Read MoreLabour Party Manifesto 2017
Labour’s Candidates for General Election 2017
PRESS RELEASE Reading and District Labour Party are delighted to announce that Labour have selected former Reading East PPC, Cllr Matt Rodda (Katesgrove) to be our Parliamentary candidate in Reading East and Chair of the Labour Women’s Network, Olivia Bailey to be our candidate in Reading West for the 2017 General Election. Matt Rodda,…
Read MoreGovernment Cuts Force Council Tax Rises
READING Borough Council is recommending a 4.99% Council Tax increase for next year. It follows repeated and unprecedented cuts in Government funding at a time of huge increases in demand for vital Council services, particularly in social care. This week Surrey County Council agreed on a 15% Council Tax rise – in advance of a…
Read MoreCouncil put pressure on MP’s to act on South Reading’s underfunded health services
A motion put forward by Cllr Ashley Pearce was unanimously passed by Reading Cllrs at March’s Full Council meeting. The motion pointed out that South Reading was 150th out of 150 CCG’s (clinical commissioning groups) in terms of funding across the UK. It also made clear the unfairness in the health funding gaps across Reading.…
Read MoreReading Banner March 2017
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Read MoreMembers and Councillors in Whitley
Members and Councillors spoke with residents today on a range of issues and had coffee in the Whitley cafe.
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