The public finances of the United Kingdom are in a “relatively vulnerable position”, warned the government’s official forecastist. The Office for Budget Responsibility (OBR) cited a drag of successive economic shocks, recent verifications for reductions in spending and higher political commitments than expected. He seemed to be alarmed on the path provided for the debt … Read more
Harare, Zimbabwe – Caroline Mawoyo watches her 16 year old daughter washing dishes outside their wooden cabin. The teenager is expected to put on a new uniform for her first year in high school. Instead, it faces an uncertain future. Mawoyo, 37, learned on January 22 that community care workers at Mavambo Orphan Care, an … Read more
The Homestart Quiz Night I mentioned last week was a triumph in every way. We have raised hundreds of pounds for such a good cause, helping families with very young children. Our volunteers are a truly wonderful gift with their love, training, experience and patience. Our table didn’t win but we did well and were … Read more