Monthly Archives: October 2018

One of the advantages of being involved in politics is that you make friends in other countries. In this case meeting lots of Dutch people, and trying out my execrable language skills loosely based on Afrikaans which I tried to … Continue reading →

Birmingham welcomes the Conservative party conference on its final day with a superb speech by the PM. She was in great form, while destroying the arguments of the media who have been desperate for a story of any credibility to … Continue reading →

 The beautiful and enigmatic Lesley Pattenson is hailed as an Archangel for her work as chairperson of the Northfield Stroke Club for 10 years. She has arranged all the visits, transport, and most importantly the leadership of a group that … Continue reading →

New Madam Chairman, and a full meeting to discuss similar problems to other special schools. However there seems to be some problem with these schools understanding that they have a duty to keep their budgets balanced. This may arise from … Continue reading →

  Great to have the Secretary of State for work and pensions, Esther McVey to our Midlands training symposium. Opened and arranged by our magnificent Mayor, Andy Street, it emphasised the need to address, and overcome the inequalities in training. … Continue reading →