Comments for redlandslabour.org.uk

Comment on Labour in Reading Opposes the Introduction of ‘Bedroom Tax’ by Robert

Robert — Sat, 23 Feb 2013 12:43:50 +0000

There seems to be almost a complete lack of statistics (on both sides)

If there are 1008 households affected, it can’t be that hard to count up how many fall into the various categories you mention:
- single person living alone in a three bedroom house (or indeed two bedroom or larger)
- disabled children not able to share a room
- adults with medical conditions or disabilities not able to share a bedroom with a partner
- parents whose children are serving in the armed forces
- divorced or separated parents who ‘share’ care
- foster carers in Reading who keep a room available for children who they foster
Also, how many people are on a waiting list for a larger property

Only then can we tell whether this is unreasonable or not.

Comment on Reading Labour stands up for Mary Seacole by jan

jan — Sun, 27 Jan 2013 16:22:04 +0000

Thanks for your message Jayne. I would really like to meet with you to discuss how you think we can better reflect your priorities and issues. email me on jan.gavin@reading.gov.uk

I guess we felt that the deletion of Mary Seacole for the school curriculum was symbolic of the govts dismissive attitude to the contribution that Black and ethnic minority people have made to the history of the uk and more importantly to society today. But absolutely take your point that there are many other more significant issues.

Comment on Reading Labour stands up for Mary Seacole by Jayne Murch

Jayne Murch — Thu, 24 Jan 2013 00:40:25 +0000

Please don’t take this the wrong way but what has this got to do with Reading? And why (no offence) have three white councillors proposed this?

I’m a member of the black community in Reading and while I support the sentiment, the proposal seems odd and out of place. There are a lot of serious issues facing the black community at the moment, as I am sure you’ll be aware there a several reports circulating citing just how much the cuts imposed by this government hit members of ethnic groups. I think it’s more important for Labour to engage and find out how you can help us rather than jump on a band wagon about an issue which frankly, while important, is certainly not near the top.

Jayne.

Comment on Reading Labour stands up for Mary Seacole by Professor Geoff Palmer

Professor Geoff Palmer — Wed, 23 Jan 2013 14:12:55 +0000

Great for race relations. Excellent!

Comment on We need a new secondary school in east Reading for all children by jan

jan — Fri, 04 Jan 2013 15:44:39 +0000

Totally agree, the UTC is not a school for local children however good the specialist provision is that it will offer.

Comment on We need a new secondary school in east Reading for all children by Mischa Tytel

Mischa Tytel — Thu, 03 Jan 2013 14:28:07 +0000

A new school is a great idea, a STEM school is also a great idea, but starting from year 9 is a terrible one. Surat it from year 7

Comment on Exciting Plans to Improve Life for Cyclists and Pedestrians by Exhibition of Local Plans to Improve Facilities for Cyclists and Pedestrians » redlandslabour.org.uk

Sat, 22 Dec 2012 15:19:55 +0000

[...] reported a few weeks ago the exciting plans that have been developed to improve cycle routes and facilities for pedestrians in east Reading. [...]

Comment on Exciting Plans to Improve Life for Cyclists and Pedestrians by Robert

Robert — Mon, 17 Dec 2012 08:31:56 +0000

Thanks for the clarifications. The raised tables on the side roads seem a good idea (though may be more dangerous for cyclists unless they have priority, as it will encourage some not to stop).

I agree that cycle lanes on the pavement can be safer for casual cyclists, but if you want to promote more commuters to cycle, they need faster as well as safer routes, which means on the main roads.

Comment on Exciting Plans to Improve Life for Cyclists and Pedestrians by jan

jan — Mon, 10 Dec 2012 16:08:27 +0000

Thanks for all your questions – I will try to answer them:
The improvements to cycling facilities have been developed with Reading Cycling association and follow best practice in terms of maximising safety. With bus lanes and fast flowing multiple lanes of traffic cyclyists are safer on wide pavements which allow for shared use.

The raised tables will not be on the main road – they are on the side roads. This has two benefits. For cyclists it means there is no change of level when crosiing a side road on the cycle path, It also has the benefit of slowing cars down as they approach the main road from a side road, again making is safer for cyclists.

Comment on Exciting Plans to Improve Life for Cyclists and Pedestrians by Robert

Robert — Wed, 05 Dec 2012 23:01:59 +0000

Why can’t you improve roads for cyclists?
I don’t want to cycle on pavements
Or go on cycle routes that are twice as long!
Sort out the potholes and drains, and then mark out the edge for cyclists on major routes.

And why do you want raised table crossings (?) on London Road?
What are they intended to achieve?
Where is the demand for them?
Driving an older car that does not like any sort of hump, I would be strongly opposed to having them on a major route without very good reason!