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Lower voting age could swing Herefordshire seat
Hereford and South Herefordshire is among constituencies that could be swung by 16- and 17-year-olds at the next election, following the government's announcement yesterday (July 17) of plans to lower the voting age from 18 to 16. The current Conservative MP for the seat Jesse Norman saw off his Labour challenger by just 1,279 votes at the last general election a year ago. But official figures published by the House of Commons Library show there are currently 2,016 young people aged 16 and 17 in the constituency. RELATED NEWS: Jesse Norman puts 'blighted' Herefordshire veterans' case Palestine Action: how Green MP Ellie Chowns voted Jesse Norman MP: 'huge change' in Herefordshire housing is coming Mr Norman was asked to comment on the planned change and its likely consequences. Meanwhile in North Herefordshire, Green MP Ellie Chowns, currently campaigning to become joint leader of the party nationally, tweeted: 'On this one, Labour have got it right: votes at 16 is long overdue.' What are your thoughts? You can send a letter to the editor to have your say by clicking here. Letters should not exceed 250 words and local issues take precedence. With a majority of 5,894 over the Conservatives a year ago, compared to 1,884 16- and 17-year-olds in the constituency, she would appear to be less impacted by the change. OTHER NEWS: Herefordshire road closure confusion cleared up Planning battle over 'eyesore' leylandii hedge 'Horrendous' traffic danger fears on roadworks 'rat run' In both constituencies, young people in this range make up just over two per cent of the population, slightly below the national average. Meanwhile a seat-by-seat analysis by Stats for Lefties based on the polling this week by Find Out Now predicts that if a general election were held now, Hereford and South Herefordshire would fall to Reform UK, which would gain an outright majority in Parliament. Ellie Chowns would retain her North Herefordshire seat for the Greens, who would gain a further six seats nationally, Stats for Lefties said.
North Wales Chronicle
4 days ago
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- North Wales Chronicle
Commons Leader rolls out Oasis puns to describe year since Labour's election
Little by Little, Ms Powell racked up seven mentions of Oasis material in the 50-second recap of the parliamentary year in the Commons on Thursday, ending by saying she hopes the Labour Government will 'Live Forever'. Her comments came in the last Business Questions before the parliamentary recess, which will begin next Tuesday. The Manchester Central MP said: 'I couldn't let this opportunity pass without telling the House that Manchester is buzzing right now with its bucket hats, its music, and even parkas in this hot weather. As we've all come together to celebrate the Oasis reunion. 'When Oasis were last performing at Heaton Park it was under a Labour government, and the shadow leader (Jesse Norman) invited me to give the House a few more groaning puns, so if he'll forgive me. 'Some Might Say this Government has a Masterplan for change, of course, I know it's not been a great year for the party opposite since their biggest election defeat in history, but perhaps they need to Stop Crying Their Heart Out, Don't Look Back In Anger, and hope that Reform Fade Away. 'Talking of which, last year we have seen Reform come on the scene in the House of Commons, some of their MPs have had better attendances than others. 'The honourable member for Clacton (Nigel Farage), as usual, is probably on a beach Half A World Away. 'There's more, there's one last one. Let's hope this Labour Government Live Forever.' Commons deputy speaker Nusrat Ghani responded and called the comments 'interesting'. Ms Powell had been asked by Conservative shadow leader Mr Norman what the Government planned to do to protect veterans who had served in Northern Ireland from prosecution. He said: 'Hundreds and thousands of men and women went to Northern Ireland, not of their own accord but under orders and in the chain of command, on the Queen's business, to combat the most serious terrorist organisation in the world at the time, and to protect human lives and human society.' He said the decisions by Labour to abandon the Legacy Act had left veterans in their 70s and 80s 'exposed to legal harassment, anxiety and trauma'. Ms Powell replied: 'This is a complex situation, and we need to resolve it. He might disagree with this, but the previous government's Legacy Act was found to be unlawful and unworkable and is now subject to further court action. 'That means currently that nobody is protected by it, and nor does it give people the justice that they want, because there would be so much legal uncertainty about the status of doing so. 'That is why our priority is finding a way forward that gives veterans, survivors and communities confidence in the process. We will take our time to do this.'
South Wales Guardian
5 days ago
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- South Wales Guardian
Commons Leader rolls out Oasis puns to describe year since Labour's election
Little by Little, Ms Powell racked up seven mentions of Oasis material in the 50-second recap of the parliamentary year in the Commons on Thursday, ending by saying she hopes the Labour Government will 'Live Forever'. Her comments came in the last Business Questions before the parliamentary recess, which will begin next Tuesday. The Manchester Central MP said: 'I couldn't let this opportunity pass without telling the House that Manchester is buzzing right now with its bucket hats, its music, and even parkas in this hot weather. As we've all come together to celebrate the Oasis reunion. 'When Oasis were last performing at Heaton Park it was under a Labour government, and the shadow leader (Jesse Norman) invited me to give the House a few more groaning puns, so if he'll forgive me. 'Some Might Say this Government has a Masterplan for change, of course, I know it's not been a great year for the party opposite since their biggest election defeat in history, but perhaps they need to Stop Crying Their Heart Out, Don't Look Back In Anger, and hope that Reform Fade Away. 'Talking of which, last year we have seen Reform come on the scene in the House of Commons, some of their MPs have had better attendances than others. 'The honourable member for Clacton (Nigel Farage), as usual, is probably on a beach Half A World Away. 'There's more, there's one last one. Let's hope this Labour Government Live Forever.' Commons deputy speaker Nusrat Ghani responded and called the comments 'interesting'. Ms Powell had been asked by Conservative shadow leader Mr Norman what the Government planned to do to protect veterans who had served in Northern Ireland from prosecution. He said: 'Hundreds and thousands of men and women went to Northern Ireland, not of their own accord but under orders and in the chain of command, on the Queen's business, to combat the most serious terrorist organisation in the world at the time, and to protect human lives and human society.' He said the decisions by Labour to abandon the Legacy Act had left veterans in their 70s and 80s 'exposed to legal harassment, anxiety and trauma'. Ms Powell replied: 'This is a complex situation, and we need to resolve it. He might disagree with this, but the previous government's Legacy Act was found to be unlawful and unworkable and is now subject to further court action. 'That means currently that nobody is protected by it, and nor does it give people the justice that they want, because there would be so much legal uncertainty about the status of doing so. 'That is why our priority is finding a way forward that gives veterans, survivors and communities confidence in the process. We will take our time to do this.'
Rhyl Journal
5 days ago
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- Rhyl Journal
Commons Leader rolls out Oasis puns to describe year since Labour's election
Little by Little, Ms Powell racked up seven mentions of Oasis material in the 50-second recap of the parliamentary year in the Commons on Thursday, ending by saying she hopes the Labour Government will 'Live Forever'. Her comments came in the last Business Questions before the parliamentary recess, which will begin next Tuesday. The Manchester Central MP said: 'I couldn't let this opportunity pass without telling the House that Manchester is buzzing right now with its bucket hats, its music, and even parkas in this hot weather. As we've all come together to celebrate the Oasis reunion. 'When Oasis were last performing at Heaton Park it was under a Labour government, and the shadow leader (Jesse Norman) invited me to give the House a few more groaning puns, so if he'll forgive me. 'Some Might Say this Government has a Masterplan for change, of course, I know it's not been a great year for the party opposite since their biggest election defeat in history, but perhaps they need to Stop Crying Their Heart Out, Don't Look Back In Anger, and hope that Reform Fade Away. 'Talking of which, last year we have seen Reform come on the scene in the House of Commons, some of their MPs have had better attendances than others. 'The honourable member for Clacton (Nigel Farage), as usual, is probably on a beach Half A World Away. 'There's more, there's one last one. Let's hope this Labour Government Live Forever.' Commons deputy speaker Nusrat Ghani responded and called the comments 'interesting'. Ms Powell had been asked by Conservative shadow leader Mr Norman what the Government planned to do to protect veterans who had served in Northern Ireland from prosecution. He said: 'Hundreds and thousands of men and women went to Northern Ireland, not of their own accord but under orders and in the chain of command, on the Queen's business, to combat the most serious terrorist organisation in the world at the time, and to protect human lives and human society.' He said the decisions by Labour to abandon the Legacy Act had left veterans in their 70s and 80s 'exposed to legal harassment, anxiety and trauma'. Ms Powell replied: 'This is a complex situation, and we need to resolve it. He might disagree with this, but the previous government's Legacy Act was found to be unlawful and unworkable and is now subject to further court action. 'That means currently that nobody is protected by it, and nor does it give people the justice that they want, because there would be so much legal uncertainty about the status of doing so. 'That is why our priority is finding a way forward that gives veterans, survivors and communities confidence in the process. We will take our time to do this.'
Glasgow Times
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Glasgow Times
Commons Leader rolls out Oasis puns to describe year since Labour's election
Little by Little, Ms Powell racked up seven mentions of Oasis material in the 50-second recap of the parliamentary year in the Commons on Thursday, ending by saying she hopes the Labour Government will 'Live Forever'. Her comments came in the last Business Questions before the parliamentary recess, which will begin next Tuesday. The Manchester Central MP said: 'I couldn't let this opportunity pass without telling the House that Manchester is buzzing right now with its bucket hats, its music, and even parkas in this hot weather. As we've all come together to celebrate the Oasis reunion. 'When Oasis were last performing at Heaton Park it was under a Labour government, and the shadow leader (Jesse Norman) invited me to give the House a few more groaning puns, so if he'll forgive me. 'Some Might Say this Government has a Masterplan for change, of course, I know it's not been a great year for the party opposite since their biggest election defeat in history, but perhaps they need to Stop Crying Their Heart Out, Don't Look Back In Anger, and hope that Reform Fade Away. 'Talking of which, last year we have seen Reform come on the scene in the House of Commons, some of their MPs have had better attendances than others. 'The honourable member for Clacton (Nigel Farage), as usual, is probably on a beach Half A World Away. 'There's more, there's one last one. Let's hope this Labour Government Live Forever.' An Oasis fan in Cardiff ahead of the first show in the band's long-awaited reunion tour earlier this month (PA) Commons deputy speaker Nusrat Ghani responded and called the comments 'interesting'. Ms Powell had been asked by Conservative shadow leader Mr Norman what the Government planned to do to protect veterans who had served in Northern Ireland from prosecution. He said: 'Hundreds and thousands of men and women went to Northern Ireland, not of their own accord but under orders and in the chain of command, on the Queen's business, to combat the most serious terrorist organisation in the world at the time, and to protect human lives and human society.' He said the decisions by Labour to abandon the Legacy Act had left veterans in their 70s and 80s 'exposed to legal harassment, anxiety and trauma'. Ms Powell replied: 'This is a complex situation, and we need to resolve it. He might disagree with this, but the previous government's Legacy Act was found to be unlawful and unworkable and is now subject to further court action. 'That means currently that nobody is protected by it, and nor does it give people the justice that they want, because there would be so much legal uncertainty about the status of doing so. 'That is why our priority is finding a way forward that gives veterans, survivors and communities confidence in the process. We will take our time to do this.'
