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Recently we have all had to adjust to a new way of working, firstly online only and now in a ‘hybrid’ world. Like when anything new comes along it takes time to get used to things but as a local council it is important that we are as transparent as possible and that when issuesContinue reading “Tech problems at South Cambs – what to do and how?”

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With council tax bills having dropped on residents door mats recently and the first payments due shortly, its important to realise that help is out there for those currently struggling. The government has announced £500 million into a hardship fund to help and support residents that become vulnerable as a result of Covid-19. Please doContinue reading “Support for vulnerable people in relation to council tax”

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This pandemic is a quick moving and ever changing challenge for our nation. This means that the guidance and support will equally evolve at a rapid pace. Below is a link to gain NHS latest advice. One area of importance besides the medical advice is the economic impact this pandemic will inevitably have on ourContinue reading “Covid-19 & Local Businesses”

Understandably this is a key concern for many at the moment, below is a link to the government website and nhs advice. If you are concerned in anyway please do look through these sites, there is much useful advice available. And remember #keepwashingyourhands https://www.gov.uk/guidance/coronavirus-covid-19-information-for-the-public https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/coronavirus-covid-19/

Today has been an uncomfortable day for the planning committee at South Cambs. We were given less than 24hrs to make an incredibly difficult and complex decision that will effect all the 100 plus parishes in South Cambs. The scheme of delegation is the way in which it is decided which planning applications that parishContinue reading “Planning Scheme of Delegation, my take on it all…”

Thanks to my new kitchen gadget I have brought 30 less plastic bottles it to my home than I would normally and it’s only February! On average we would buy 5, 2ltr or 1ltr bottles of fizzy drink a week, this gadget could save our household over 250 plastic bottles a year! Top tip, lemonContinue reading “One change means a lot less plastic bottles!”

The link below goes to an article that shows new government initiatives to support veterans. Our utmost respect should always be with those who serve Queen and country in this way. Reduced rail fares is just one of many ways as a society we can show our appreciation and I hope to see many more,Continue reading “Supporting Veterans”

A win win all round, I have gone to my local farm shop and bought loose fruit and veg. So no plastic wrapping, I didn’t have to buy more than I needed, so less food wastage and supported a local business #local #plasticfree

Full council was one with its usual lively and passionate debating from all sides of the chamber. I’m disappointed that my motion to look at new ways to engage younger people in local politics was voted down. I shall continue to make every effort to bring this to the for front of people’s minds. IContinue reading “Full Council 26th September”

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