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Author: Ian Franks

Man’s inhumanity to man is cause for anger

September 17, 2020September 16, 2020 / Ian Franks / 2 Comments

Ian Franks expresses anger at unnecessary deaths and injuries, and defends Lewis Hamilton from criticism for 'bringing politics into sport'. Ian says he did it 50 years ago.

‘PIP Apply’ online claims “by end of the year”

September 14, 2020September 14, 2020 / Ian Franks / Leave a comment

Ian Franks welcomes intentions to bring in online claims system for PIP, but warns to be ready for delays.

Government inefficient or dismissive – maybe both

September 7, 2020September 6, 2020 / Ian Franks / Leave a comment

Ian Franks says five month delay in care guidance during pandemic is inexcusable.

Silly season: Mountains from molehills

September 3, 2020September 2, 2020 / Ian Franks / 2 Comments

Ian Franks decries 'silly season' in which media make much of very little,

COVID-19: The world looks ahead

August 31, 2020August 30, 2020 / Ian Franks / Leave a comment

Ian Franks asks 'what next?' and questions how we can RETURN to a NEW normal.

Preventative neurology is real says top professor who is MS specialist

August 27, 2020 / Ian Franks / 2 Comments

No, not a miracle, says Giovannoni. Latest developments in a 'biological revolution' point way towards preventing neurological diseases.

New leader, new welfare policies? Two days left

August 24, 2020August 23, 2020 / Ian Franks / Leave a comment

As leadership election draws to a close, Ian Franks says to party members: Vote now, vote Layla.

Conquering one-handed mealtime troubles

August 20, 2020 / Ian Franks / Leave a comment

Disability caused by MS means eating one-handed for Ian Franks. Now, he says, one simple utensil has given him back independence at the dinner table.

COVID-19: As I said, easing restrictions leads to more infections

August 17, 2020August 16, 2020 / Ian Franks / Leave a comment

Ian Franks lambastes politicians for putting popularity and votes ahead of health and life in choosing to ease lockdowns and restrictions too soon

Despite MS: Career began August 10 and still writing 50 years on

August 10, 2020 / Ian Franks / Leave a comment

Ian Franks is still writing 50 years after starting his first job as a journalist. And he has had to contend with MS, epilepsy, and having to use a wheelchair.

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    • Man’s inhumanity to man is cause for anger
    • ‘PIP Apply’ online claims “by end of the year”
    • Government inefficient or dismissive – maybe both
    • Silly season: Mountains from molehills
    • COVID-19: The world looks ahead

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