‘It’s nasty and it’s bullying’: sexism and the council
As with most local authorities, Bristol's councillors are mostly male – and some bad attitudes have been surfacing of late. What can be done to level the gender playing field?
A revered ritual. A rare and grudging trip for the mirror-shy. A Friday night ceremony before going on the weekly lash. Going to the salon or the barbers is more than just small talk and a trim.
The “efficiency savings” making the council inefficient.
As the council faces up to another 40% of cuts, or so-called ‘efficiency savings’’ in 2016, we take a look at the record so far with a particular focus.