Wigan has elected a Labour MP for more than 100 years. But something about Sir Keir Starmer’s new government is causing disquiet.
A decision to scrap winter fuel allowance for millions has sparked a storm. Until recently they had been paid to all pensioners to help with heating bills through the colder months.
But in July, it was confirmed by Chancellor Rachel Reeves that more than 10 million pensioners would no longer receive the cash boost.
Instead, it would be reserved for only to those on low incomes who received certain benefits. On the streets of Wigan, the decision has been met with a mixed reaction when the Local Democracy Reporting Service asked the town's residents to assess Labour's first two months in Government.
Read more on manchestereveningnews.co.uk
Get the latest stars news and celebrity rumours with exclusive stories, photos, videos and interviews.
Breaking up, scandals, engagements, divorces, gossip – all you need to know about the private lives of your favorite celebs.
Get to know the latest showbiz news along with exclusive interviews and even more. All this is waiting for you on the main page 24 hours a day, 7 days a week! Who, where, when, with whom, how, why and for what!? Stay tuned to know first!
Just follow us daily and we will provide you with the current news from the life of famous stars and celebrities.
Owner: SNOWLAND s.r.o.
Registration certificate 06691200
Address:
Snowland s.r.o.
16200, Na okraji 381/41, Veleslavín, 162 00 Praha 6
Czech Republic
©2024. All rights reserved.