Community Clean-up for Conservation
Liberal Democrat Councillors and community volunteers have cleaned up a local 'grot spot' on Trevor White Drive at the rear of the new leisure centre.
11 Feb 2013
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Churchgate Saga - A message from Cllr Lisa Courts
Now the saga of the Churchgate development is very nearly at an end I feel I can explain my reasons for voting against extending the contract deadline for Simons. As District Councillor for Bearton Ward I believe it is important that Hitchin residents know why I voted as I did and how I came to this conclusion. As time rumbled on I felt Churchgate had become like a bad marriage and a petition for divorce had to happen. Liberal Democrat Councillors on NHDC entered into the relationship like any other - with the best intentions. But over time one side stopped listening to the needs of the other, it pretended that everything was okay and as long as every now and again a small gesture was made, local residents and Councillors would except the excuses they gave for any failings. But despite all the best efforts there comes a time when small gestures no longer mean anything. As promises are continually broken the lack of understanding and commitment by the other side eventually mean that it is no longer worth carry
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11 Feb 2013
£500,000 boost for Morecambe Bay Partnership - 'Great news for local jobs and tourism' says MP
South Lakes MP Tim Farron has expressed his delight that new jobs for our area will be created as the Morecambe Bay Partnership has been named as one of twenty projects which have been selected for funding from the Coastal Communities Scheme. The scheme provides money to 'promote sustainable economic growth and jobs in local communities, and offer training or innovative business opportunities for the local area.'
11 Feb 2013
Farron calls for a review of business rates
South Lakes MP Tim Farron has today called for a fresh review of business rates after complaints from local businesses.
11 Feb 2013
Farron throws backing behind Sports Trust
Cumbrian MP Tim Farron has tabled a motion in Parliament calling in support of a newly established charity, the Tony Ward Trust, which aims to increase participation and address the numerous barriers to achievement in sport for youngsters in Cumbria.
11 Feb 2013
POTHOLE DAMAGES THREAT
Heather Kidd, Shropshire Councillor for Chirbury and Worthen, has urged Shropshire Council to spend more resources on the epidemic of potholes before compensation claims start to flood in.
11 Feb 2013