The Conservative Party take back control of Basildon Council and in their first act vote to give themselves one of the biggest pay rises in Basildon history. With the creation of 6 new committees they have managed to give themselves a pay rise that comes in at just over £70,000 and rejected LABOURS calls to put a cap on councillor pay. (more…)
Essex Labour councillors tabled an amendment to Essex County Full Council meeting on Tuesday. (more…)
After 15 years of Conservative rule on the Council, our roads and estates were left in an appalling mess. Labour has worked hard this year to start the work of regaining pride in our communities. Read more…
I have lived in Nethermayne for many years and have taught in secondary schools across the Borough too. I am standing in this election because I want to help make a difference in the lives Read more…
I would like to take this opportunity to introduce myself and explain why I am standing to be your local representative in the upcoming elections. I am a 33 year old IT Support Technician and Read more…
Born and brought up in Dagenham I first became politically aware when my Aunt Betty was involved in the Ford Machinists’ strike in 1968 – my first insight into issues of inequality. For as long Read more…
In May 2017 the Labour Party took back control of Basildon Council. After 15 years of the Conservatives protecting Billericay at the expense of the rest of the borough, it was time to level the Read more…
Basildon Labour councillors voted unanimously AGAINST any plans to introduce a congestion charge in Basildon. (more…)
"We are proud to live in a diverse and tolerant society. Racism, xenophobia and hate crimes have no place in our country. We Basildon Borough Council condemn racism, xenophobia and hate crimes unequivocally. We will not allow hate to become acceptable. Basildon Borough Council will work to ensure local bodies and programmes have support and resources needed to fight and prevent racism and xenophobia. We reassure all people living in Basildon Borough Council that they are valued members of our community.” (more…)
Over the past couple of months various residents have got in contact with me since they were made aware that I will be standing in Pitsea South East this May, and one question has come up time and time again "Why was Pitsea swimming pool closed". (more…)