Politics

Wickford councillors are advocating for the town to separate from Basildon Council and join a new Mid-Essex authority instead. Wickford councillors push for a break-away from Basildon Council amid reforms Essex County Council will be abolished, creating new unitary authorities. Basildon is expected to merge with Thurrock Council. However, the “Wick-exit” campaign, led by Tory…

In Edinburgh, John Swinney emphasizes that SNP support is crucial for Scotland’s independence. John Swinney urges independence supporters to back SNP over Alba or Greens John Swinney spoke to the Press Association about the upcoming election. He stated, “I want to make it clear to people that none of us can predict the outcome of…