Wheelie Bins
Many residents view with alarm the district council's decision to introduce wheelie bins for the collection of household waste, especially as this will also bring a fortnightly collection.
14 Apr 2005
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Action at Dangerous Crossroads
The dangerous crossroads at Fiddlers Hamlet is now safer, thanks to the efforts of resident Simon Pratt-Adams and local district and county councillor Janet Whitehouse. On the day Simon moved in, a car crashed into his garden- and it happened again last summer. Initially protective bollards were installed on the pavement by his house and the lines on the road repainted. Later enlarged signs, a new 'Bend' sign and reflector posts were provided. "I'm glad these safety measure are in place" said Janet "But it's still a dangerous junction and drivers need to drive with care".
13 Apr 2005
New protection for consumers taking out extended warranties welcomed
Simon Davey, County Council Candidate for Congleton West has welcomed new government measures to protect consumers against the mis-selling of extended warranties for electrical goods - but added that there are still a great number of warranties on the market that represent little value for money to consumers. He is calling for further crackdowns on the selling and marketing of these warranties.
12 Apr 2005
Liberal Democrats Adopt DR Michael Heavens
An enthusiastic meeting of Epping Forest Liberal Democrats adopted Dr Michael Heavens as their Parliamentary Candidate for the Constituency in the General Election on 5 May 2005.
12 Apr 2005
Lib Dems pledge financial discipline, greater fairness and a liberal economy
Liberal Democrat Deputy Leader, Sir Menzies Campbell, and Liberal Democrat Shadow Chancellor, Dr Vince Cable, will today promote a liberal and fair economy. This would mean improvements in health, education and the public services, the abolition of the unfair Council Tax, and strong economic growth, matched by tough financial discipline.
12 Apr 2005
Congleton Council Tax Bills set to rocket after election, warn Liberal Democrats
Council Tax payers in Congleton face a post-election tax bombshell, Liberal Democrats warned today. Council Tax bills may rise by £200 or more because house prices have risen so fast in the area.
12 Apr 2005