(20 Feb 2016, 12:35 pm)Michael wrote [ -> ]EU migrants should have access to in work benefits why shouldn't they?, they work for them, then they can have in work benefits, but like you said no one should have them because companies should be paying them decent wages but that doesn't happen.
That's what he has been pushing for Michael.
The 'emergency brake' is a key part of the deal, and is for when it's deemed that there are *exceptional* levels of migration. Add that to the rhetoric we've had over the years about excessive migration, and I'm sure you can guess the direction he's heading with this one...
Source:
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-35616768 (but you can read the full statement on the EU parliament website too)
(20 Feb 2016, 12:53 pm)Adrian wrote [ -> ]That's what he has been pushing for Michael.
The 'emergency brake' is a key part of the deal, and is for when it's deemed that there are *exceptional* levels of migration. Add that to the rhetoric we've had over the years about excessive migration, and I'm sure you can guess the direction he's heading with this one...
Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-35616768 (but you can read the full statement on the EU parliament website too)
He got a decent deal BUT lets see what they say for Yes and No.
I want the ones who want to vote Yes to say to stand on a stage and say why it should be good, not to mention the NO campain.. and slag them off, same as the Out lot.
I want facts, facts and more facts, not a slagging match.
I'd been trying to dig this out... found it at last!
"Campaign materials have been ordered for the EU Campaign, and a street stall has been organised for the Market Place on 27 February 2016. A reminder will be sent about this in due course.
It is important to get behind this campaign, as recent polls have shown a movement towards a vote for leaving the EU."
So Labour will be holding campaign stalls next weekend, for a pro-EU vote. It's worth people heading along if they've an interest in the referendum.
(20 Feb 2016, 1:04 pm)Adrian wrote [ -> ]I'd been trying to dig this out... found it at last!
"Campaign materials have been ordered for the EU Campaign, and a street stall has been organised for the Market Place on 27 February 2016. A reminder will be sent about this in due course.
It is important to get behind this campaign, as recent polls have shown a movement towards a vote for leaving the EU."
So Labour will be holding campaign stalls next weekend, for a pro-EU vote. It's worth people heading along if they've an interest in the referendum.
Wheres Market place again?
For once I've found something I'm interested in, this is a massive step to take for the country... be good to see how it plays out.
(20 Feb 2016, 1:04 pm)Adrian wrote [ -> ]I'd been trying to dig this out... found it at last!
"Campaign materials have been ordered for the EU Campaign, and a street stall has been organised for the Market Place on 27 February 2016. A reminder will be sent about this in due course.
It is important to get behind this campaign, as recent polls have shown a movement towards a vote for leaving the EU."
So Labour will be holding campaign stalls next weekend, for a pro-EU vote. It's worth people heading along if they've an interest in the referendum.
Is that Durham Market Place???
I am in Durham next Saturday will have a ganders if thats where it is to be
https://play.google.com/store/apps/detai...ber.yes2eu
Just a Yes2EU app by a Scottish MEP
A lot of the reasons I would like to leave, is down to the stranglehold the EU has over our own parliament.
We can elect or vote out or own politicians, but cannot do the same with the unelected dictators who are in charge of the EU and who can (and often do), over-rule our own Government, whilst we pay millions for them to do so.
Another issue I find concerning is the fishing and farming subsidies dished out to other EU countries (Spain isn't a state).
These subsidies which are often intended to help those needing support, are often at the expense of fishermen and farmers in other countries, such as the UK.
It isn't just a coincidence the UK fishing fleet has suffered and declined since EU quotas and other legislation was introduced.
One of the positive things I have found with the in/out referendum, is that people from all sides of the fence are keen to have their say, irrespective of what their party leader has to say.
For example:
Jeremy Corbyn was elected as Leader of the Labour Party on an enormous wave of optimism and support. Winning on the first round, his policies appealed to an overwhelming majority of our Party members. We will all be campaigning for a Labour government in 2020. But many of those policies Jeremy has spoken of- the nationalization of the railways and energy companies, ending the privatization of the NHS and restoring Trade Union rights cannot be achieved under existing EU legislation. The only way to achieve those bold and popular policies is to leave the EU.
Source:
http://labourlist.org/2015/10/labour-lea...gotiation/
(20 Feb 2016, 1:28 pm)MrFozz wrote [ -> ]Is that Durham Market Place???
I am in Durham next Saturday will have a ganders if thats where it is to be
https://play.google.com/store/apps/detai...ber.yes2eu
Just a Yes2EU app by a Scottish MEP
If it is, I'll have a looksee. I need to book big'un in for a haircut, next weekend, as he's beginning to look like Sonic the hedgehog.
(20 Feb 2016, 7:44 pm)BusLoverMum wrote [ -> ]If it is, I'll have a looksee. I need to book big'un in for a haircut, next weekend, as he's beginning to look like Sonic the hedgehog.
You could always consider blue hair dye instead haha.
(24 Feb 2016, 11:52 am)Adrian wrote [ -> ]DCC are discussing devolution as part of the council meeting today: http://democracy.durham.gov.uk/ieListDoc...px?CId=153&MId=8205
Item 12 is the devolution update and poll results.
Just heard that Council Tax is going up. Didn't catch the actual percentage increase, but for Band A properties, it is going up 68p per week.
Budget Day today.
A sugar tax on soft drinks.
This may affect all those enthusiasts who stock up for their adventures at Poundland!
In other news, a friend who is a US citizen and lives in Florida (originally from another US state) was unable to vote in the latest caucuses due to 'Non Party Affliated' rules.
Apparently in Florida you are required to be affiliated to vote...
I wonder how many others this has affected?
Iain Duncan Smith has said he is resigning as Work and Pensions Secretary, complaining of Treasury pressure to make cuts to benefits.
Did not see that coming mind.
(18 Mar 2016, 9:03 pm)citaro5284 wrote [ -> ]Iain Duncan Smith has said he is resigning as Work and Pensions Secretary, complaining of Treasury pressure to make cuts to benefits.
Did not see that coming mind.
Me neither, but can't say I'm disappointed. I think it's more to do with his position in the EU exit campaign, rather than the benefit cuts though.
(18 Mar 2016, 9:03 pm)citaro5284 wrote [ -> ]Iain Duncan Smith has said he is resigning as Work and Pensions Secretary, complaining of Treasury pressure to make cuts to benefits.
Did not see that coming mind.
He's pro-Brexit. It'll all be part of an agenda.
They'll have an even bigger git waiting in the wings to take his place. No doubt all pre-arranged.
(18 Mar 2016, 9:44 pm)Adrian wrote [ -> ]Me neither, but can't say I'm disappointed. I think it's more to do with his position in the EU exit campaign, rather than the benefit cuts though.
Either way, the continuous announcement of taxes and cuts during the budget and then a reversal of policy following public reaction - demonstrates how far removed from reality this lot really are.
A few senior tories are coming out saying IDS backed, agreed and endorsed the budget.
Certainly sticking two fingers up at Gideon.
(19 Mar 2016, 8:22 pm)MurdnunoC wrote [ -> ]Suppose there's no coincidence that he's pro-EU either 
Yeah true. That and Cameron's conquest to surround himself around yes men and women.
(19 Mar 2016, 8:25 pm)Adrian wrote [ -> ]Yeah true. That and Cameron's conquest to surround himself around yes men and women.
Still, anything that threatens to split the Tories can only be seen as a good thing.
(19 Mar 2016, 8:31 pm)MurdnunoC wrote [ -> ]Still, anything that threatens to split the Tories can only be seen as a good thing.
I think if there's a u-turn on the benefit cuts announced last week, that'll tip the balance even further.
Trump....
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Republican presidential front-runner Donald Trump said on Tuesday that the United States should use waterboarding and other harsh interrogation techniques when questioning terror suspects, and renewed his call for tougher U.S. border security after the attacks in Brussels.
Trump is a complete bell scrot!
https://ca.news.yahoo.com/trump-looks-ex...03800.html
(22 Mar 2016, 6:22 pm)Michael wrote [ -> ]Trump....
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Republican presidential front-runner Donald Trump said on Tuesday that the United States should use waterboarding and other harsh interrogation techniques when questioning terror suspects, and renewed his call for tougher U.S. border security after the attacks in Brussels.
Trump is a complete bell scrot!
https://ca.news.yahoo.com/trump-looks-ex...03800.html
Now, I disagree with some of Trump's policies (islamaphbic comments and sexist comments) however some do make sense such as a wall between Mexico and America to stop illegal immigration and drugs