Paul Rowlinson's community service An occasional column for Society by Paul Rowlinson on the 'big society' in rural England
Do we owe it to our overstretched police force to volunteer? Paul Rowlinson As police support volunteers, special constables or community support officers, we can all play our part
The curious case of the missing estate maintenance Paul Rowlinson Highpoint Estate residents in Suffolk paid £200,000 in council tax and maintenance charges, but received nothing in return
Why we have a stronger claim to our community than second homers Paul Rowlinson A home is for life, not just the weekend, says Paul Rowlinson
How village pubs could be a shining model of community ownership Paul Rowlinson As regulars club together to run an ailing village pub, is this a blueprint to revive local business and community spirit, asks Paul Rowlinson
Will anyone join me as I go from social to local networking? Paul Rowlinson 'Big society' wants to see us take more responsibility for ourselves, but we'll still need someone to hold our hands while we learn how, says Paul Rowlinson
