As the local elections draw near, it is a good time to reflect on some of the good things that the council has achieved over the last two years under Lib Dem leadership.
Horley has excellent transport links, making it easy to get to Gatwick Airport and London. However, this has been recognised by commuters and holiday makers who have taken advantage of residential roads that do not have parking restrictions.
Sewage was dumped into rivers in Taunton Deane for 15,720 hours in 2023, new figures have revealed.
In Parliament yesterday, Cumbrian MP Tim Farron asked the Housing Secretary Michael Gove to give Westmorland and Furness Council the power to reject planning developments that fail to provide enough affordable homes.
LibDems voted AGAINST the increase at every opportunity, but on all 5 occasions, Conservative &/or Labour Councillors voted FOR tolls to increase by 15% from £2.60 to £3.00. Either of the 2 big parties could have stopped the increase, but chose not to.
The top concern for many voters in the recent Looe West By-Election, is the lack of affordable housing in South East Cornwall, which is worst in our seaside towns and villages due to the uncontrolled spread of holiday properties.