Why is Westminster still not family friendly?

Why is Westminster still not family friendly?

I wonder who the woman MP was who Andy Burnham saw strolling across Westminster Bridge 10.30pm one night with her baby in a buggy, having just finished work. For anyone who thinks MPs have an easy time, this is the reality for those with young families who are...
Walking for health Jim’s way

Walking for health Jim’s way

I have spent the summer working on a genome campus with no free time for my regular walks, but now I really must get into shape for my weekend away with the Cambridge Rambling Club next month to the South Downs. I expect the undulating landscape there to be much more...
Our new CEO at Headway Cambs

Our new CEO at Headway Cambs

I would like to welcome Mary Goode as the new CEO of Headway Cambridgshire as its chair of trustees. Mary has been with us for a week now, and what a whirlwind week it has been for her. I know she will impress everyone she meets with her professionalism, dedication...
Our hospitals and dying patients

Our hospitals and dying patients

I’ve had quite a few hits recently on a post I wrote about the Liverpool Care Pathway plan. I wonder if it is because of reports about David Tracey suing Health Secretary Andrew Lansley and Addenbrooke’s Hospital, Cambridge following claims that staff at...
A return visit to Snowshill Manor

A return visit to Snowshill Manor

We have just returned from the picturesque Cotswolds where we spent a week visiting country homes, gardens and lots of antique shops – a passion shared by my husband and pa-in-law who joined us and both have stalls at an Ely antique centre. They found it...