Lanarkshire MSP's warning over UK Government's freeze on Local Housing Allowance

Lanarkshire MSP’s warning over UK Government’s freeze on Local Housing Allowance

In Scotland, 87 of the 90 LHA rates are expected to fall below this level, with estimates suggesting around 45,000 households, including approximately 31,000 children, could be impacted. Clare Adamson, MSP for Motherwell and Wishaw(Image: Clare Adamson MSP) A Lanarkshire MSP has challenged the Labour UK Government to take urgent action on child poverty, warning…

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Kirkmuirhill Men’s Shed buy local pub

Their near £100,000 purchase of Kirkmuirhill Inn means the thriving group can flit from their cramped accommodation next door. The Men’s Shed, who offer activities such as woodcraft and walking, were formed six years ago with a handful of members, but now have 57 signed up.(Image: WSH]) Kirkmuirhill villagers no longer need an excuse to…

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