25 years ago our former leader Paddy Ashdown laid out the stakes for Britain's position in the world:
Britain's role as the bulwark against tyranny in two wars this century was not a product of isolationism. It was the natural response of a nation used to engaging in the world and certain about its role as a European power.
Just like with Black History Month (October) or Disability History Month (which runs from November into December), it's typically filled with events (check ours out here) and discussion. LGBT+ History Month reminds us of the progress we've made, but also warns us about the injustices that we have only recently escaped - and injustices that are still with us.
During this pandemic, millions of people have stepped up heroically to look after elderly, disabled and vulnerable people.
Most carers are simply exhausted during coronavirus. Most haven't had a single break since the pandemic began.
A recent survey by Carers UK found that 81% of carers are spending more time on their caring responsibilities during the pandemic, mainly because the needs of the person they are caring for have increased or because the local care services they rely on have been reduced or closed.
