Local Labour SMP Simon Opher won't say if he supports Keir Starmer after the Mandelson/Epstein revelations. Simon speaks of how hard life is for Starmer - but not of harm caused to the People he serves.

As Raw Milk reaches a new level of popularity, cows make the news headlines yet again. Cattle will be roaming at one of our most threatened natural habitats, the reason being - they help boost biodiversity.

Children need play-based learning to continue after 5yrs old - local SMP Roz Savage says. She presents a reasoned argument - but refers to our world being shaped by Ai. Our future should be human-shaped!

That question was asked at a meeting about 1000s of new homes - in two new towns. Given the council's insistence on the houses - despite few who live locally being in favour - a reasonable question?

Local people are being asked to help envision the future of Heavens Valley - the 102 acre beauty spot now owned by the community. Wouldn't it be great to see more land like this in the People's hands?

Artists are invited to show their work at the Site Festival - a long-running annual programme of events, talks and exhibitions. Applications to take part in this elebration of creativity are needed by 26feb.