Politics
UK’s representation problem in local politics could have big consequences for young people
Young people have stood up for issues like climate change in recent years, but is more of an interest needed in local politics?
F2F meetings to return for all councils
From May 7, all council meetings across England will be required to hold meetings face to face rather than virtually, thanks to a decision made by High Court. Council meetings will take place in City Hall committee rooms and inside Lincoln Cathedrals Chapter House. Credit: David...
“I’m too scared to walk in Lincoln by myself”
An LSJ news poll shows only 1.6% of women feel safe everywhere in Lincoln, while 49% don’t feel safe anywhere. This follows a report that showed 97% of young women have experienced sexual harassment of some kind in the UK. Women have been showing solidarity in...
The “prison-like” fencing erected at the University of Manchester has been torn down by students
Residents of Fallowfields halls, at the University of Manchester, woke to see that their accommodation had been surrounded with 7ft high metal fencing with one student describing it as “prison-like”. Officials say the fencing was put in place to address security concerns, "particularly about access by people who are not...
Mudslinging, misinformation, apathetic voters: Talking political trends from national to local with a stateside journalist
Amid election hype in the United States, we caught up with local news journalist Kevin Flores, editor and co-creator of grassroots multi-media publication FORTHE, to check in on this cycle’s most urgent policies as well as a compare-contrast national versus civic political engagement. In addition to hyperlocal news coverage, the...
LSJ News US Election 2020 Special
In a year like no other, America is voting for its next President. Will Donald Trump remain in The White House or will Joe Biden's polling lead become reality? How have big talking points like the Black Lives Matter protests and climate change affected the election? And, of course, how...
How have independent businesses been affected by Coronavirus?
When the nationwide lockdown was imposed, the 62 independent shops on Steep Hill and Bailgate in Lincoln were put in a tough situation of not knowing when they would reopen. In March the City of Lincoln Council offered £10,000 small businesses grants to help them survive the lockdown. Nicole Lockwood,...
Prague – a gorgeous experience with a sinister twist
Prague is the capital of the Czech Republic which is a landlocked state in the centre of Europe surrounded by Germany, Poland, Slovakia, Hungary and Austria. The Czech Republic absorbed much of Bohemia which was at one time a state within the Holy Roman Empire. Prague was the epicentre of...
What does your Police and Crime Commissioner do?
Who is your Police and Crime Commissioner? Marc Jones is the Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC) for Lincolnshire and was elected to the post in 2016. What does your PCC do and what are his responsibilities? Mr Jones sets the policing budget for Lincolnshire and spends the money to fulfil...
Lincoln councillor calls for equality following International Women’s Day
Lucinda Preston, City of Lincoln councillor International Women’s Day, a global celebration of the social, cultural and political achievements of women, saw hundreds of thousands of females take to social media this Sunday to share their experiences and support. The 8th of March has been celebrated...
Will Brexit affect the fate of local businesses?
John Silver-wood Local craft businesses in Lincolnshire are likely to be affected by Brexit. The UK left the European Union on January 31, and a trading deal is still being agreed. Sunbeam Fairs and Events are a family-run business that hold craft fairs every month in...
Everything you need to know about the 2019 General Election
With today heralding the deadline for candidates to put themselves forward for the General Election in December, LSJ News has compiled a list of everything you need to know about this crucial vote. On December 12, voters across the UK will head to the ballot box and here you can...
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