Telford GUARDIAN

Reform UK Ltd’s Shropshire Plans:  A Pipe Dream That Echoes the Failures of American "DOGE" In their latest grandiose blueprint for Shropshire’s future, Reform UK Ltd. promises a sweeping overhaul of local governance—an ambitious plan to tighten budgets, cut waste, and boost accountability. On paper, it sounds like a breath of fresh air for residents tired of bureaucratic stagnation. But scratch beneath the surface, and it becomes painfully clear that these reforms are fundamentally unworkable, echoing the disastrous experiment of the American DOGE (Department of Government Efficiency). Yes, you read that right—America’s so-called “efficiency” initiative, launched in an effort to tame government waste, has been an unmitigated disaster. Led by Elon Musk, who is expected to resign amid mounting criticism, the DOGE has become synonymous with mismanagement, miscommunication, and a total lack of tangible results. Musk’s tenure, once heralded as a bold step toward innovation, has d...

 

Warning: Changes to Fit Notes Will Impact Working-Class Health and Security If you’re employed and juggling daily life, there’s something brewing that you need to know about.  The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) is rolling out changes that might just put a wrench in your well-oiled routine. And surprisingly, they’ve got Labour’s nod of approval. What’s Happening? Liz Kendall, the head honcho at work and pensions, is on a mission. Her focus? You, the employed individual. She’s reviving a plan once championed by the Tories to tighten the noose on fit notes. Yes, those crucial pieces of paper you need if you’re sick for more than seven days to access statutory sick pay (SSP). Labour’s “Get Britain Working” Review The Labour party is launching a review called "Get Britain Working." Sounds positive, right? But hold on. It includes a push for stricter rules around fit notes. That means if you’re not feeling well, getting that all-important note might become a tougher task. W...