Tag Archives: Graham Allen MP

The need for a major change of emphasis

Posted on October 8, 2017 by ianchisnall

The Early Intervention Foundation (EIF) is a charity which was set up by Graham Allen MP in July 2013, after he had worked for several years on the need to invest time and resources in the lives of young children … Continue reading →

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The need for greater efficiency

Posted on November 15, 2014 by ianchisnall

The news that Westminster Gardeners are tasked with the removal of leaves from some of the 145 trees in their estate, as being a more efficient method than waiting for nature to take its course and for the leaves to … Continue reading →

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People not policies please

Posted on March 18, 2014 by ianchisnall

This morning the various news channels, which for me is the Radio 4 Today programme, are buzzing with the information that the next election will be fought on the territory of who will be the best at providing education for … Continue reading →

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For the want of a vote……..

Posted on January 29, 2014 by ianchisnall

The damaging and dangerous Lobbying Bill is about to become Law following votes in the Lords last night. Despite one very close result – 245 for and 245 against – all of the attempts by the Lords to reinstate their own … Continue reading →

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