by Simon Pook | Mar 15, 2024 | Politics, citizenship & rights, Active, informed citizens issues
Home 5 Tag: c:Writing ( Page 6 ) What is an election? Cllr Sean Fielding In this article, an elected councillor explains what an election is, why they’re important, and how you can get involved. What are elections? Every day, thousands of decisions are...
by Sophie Hallworth | Feb 20, 2024 | Politics, citizenship & rights, Active, informed citizens issues
What is devolution? Devolution in Greater Manchester involves transferring powers from the central government to local authorities in the Greater Manchester region. This gives local leaders more control over important decisions like transport, housing, and skills...
by Sophie Hallworth | Jan 11, 2024 | Politics, citizenship & rights, Active, informed citizens issues
What are benefits and who can get them? Welfare benefits – often just called benefits – are payments to help with living costs. Benefits are usually paid to you by the government or your local council. You could get benefits if you’re on a low income or out of work...
by Sophie Hallworth | Sep 5, 2023 | Financial education, Managing money
Home 5 Tag: c:Writing ( Page 6 ) Tips for planning your travel money Curriculum for Life editorial team Planning on going away? Make sure you’ve money to spend and see how to make the most of what you have with these top tips. Work out a budget Even if...
by Sophie Hallworth | Sep 4, 2023 | Financial education, Managing money
Home 5 Category: Financial education ( Page 2 ) What does my payslip mean? Curriculum for Life editorial team See how to make sense of all those numbers on your payslip with this quick explainer. Getting paid – the basics How much you earn is often known as your...