Lack of policy risks exacerbating existing inequalities

The coronavirus pandemic has not only bought existing health inequalities to the fore, but could risk highlighting further disparities in society.

Public transport switch could block up roads

A million more cars could be on roads in England and Wales each day if public transport commuters with cars switch to driving.

Public toilet closures causing distress and anxiety

An investigation has unveiled the serious impact that the ongoing closure of many public toilets across the UK is having on public well-being.

£63 million welfare funding for local authorities

An additional £63 million will be distributed to local authorities to help those who are struggling to afford food and other essentials due to coronavirus.

Over a million new green jobs could be created by 2050

Council leaders have said that nearly 700,000 direct jobs could be created in England’s low-carbon and renewable energy economy by 2030.

Small businesses welcome chance to re-start economy

The FSB is urging commercial landlords to do the right thing for their struggling tenants in these challenging times to support London’s economy.

Poorer households less likely to have saved during outbreak

Low-income families have been far less likely to have strengthened their household budgets since the coronavirus crisis began.

Coronavirus impacts mental health and widens inequalities

The IFS has reported that the coronavirus episode has had substantial negative impacts on mental health across the population.

Social care system ‘cannot be fixed by new taxes’

The Adam Smith Institute has argued that the social care system is broken, unfit for purpose and cannot be fixed by new taxes.

West Midlands unveils green recovery plan

A plan to help the West Midlands recover from the economic impact of coronavirus while making it a greener place has been given the green light.

Sheffield announces 1,000km of walking and cycling routes

The Sheffield City Region plans to create a network of more than 620 miles of accessible walking and cycling routes across South Yorkshire.

Westminster to roll-out city-wide 20mph limit

Westminster City Council is set to rollout out a city-wide 20mph limit to provide safer, greener, and cleaner streets across the heart of London.

Extra mental health support for pupils and teachers

New online resources will be provided to schools and colleges to boost mental health support for staff and pupils.

Coronavirus tests offered to every care home for elderly

The government has said that all eligible care homes who need them will have received coronavirus tests regardless of symptoms.

Citizen’s basic income for carers, says Davey

Ed Davey has formally launched his Lib Dem leadership bid with a promise of a citizen’s basic income to help support carers.

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