As a former French teacher, I think I must have been the first MP to reply to Black Rod’s invitation to President Macron’s ...

Schoolchildren from across Bolton led by example as they cleaned up local parks. Three schools in the Leverhulme Academy ...

Residents have raised concerns following reported suspicious activity around the Moss Bank miniature Railway involving two ...

Emergency services were called to Blackrod this evening after part of a cottage suddenly collapsed leaving residents stunned and in shock. Neighbours on Chapel Street reported hearing a large bang ...

The Usher of the Black Rod position has been occupied continuously since 1791, when it was created to serve the Legislative Council of Lower Canada.

Role of the Usher of the Black Rod The Usher of the Black Rod is a senior parliamentary officer who is responsible for many aspects in the Senate Chamber. They have a number of ceremonial and security ...

Councillors debate 'electioneering' accusation while passing two notices of motion worth millions in funding A notice of motion for $20 million from Enmax dividends to support community recreation ...

The King has approved the appointment of the former Governor Lieutenant General Edward Davis as the next Gentleman Usher of the Black Rod. He will formally assume the role in July, succeeding Sarah ...

Together with Black Rod’s team, I look forward, with relish and excitement, to rising to the opportunities and challenges ahead by building on Sarah Clarke’s inspiring legacy.' Lord McFall of Alcluith ...

ANGRY locals have slammed their neighbour’s huge newbuild and dubbed the “eyesore” a “monstrosity”. Residents in Blackrod, near Bolton, have blasted a decision to appr… ...

Councillors have been issued summons and reminder notices for thousands of pounds in unpaid council tax At least eight court summons have been issued to councillors across north-east England for ...

The governing body of London Transit has been disbanded by city council, and seven councillors will take its place on a temporary basis.