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A “blue light” hub for Haverhill. The Police and Crime Commissioner and I support it.
Interesting having a chat with Tim Passmore, Suffolk’s Police and Crime Commissioner. We both agree that a “blue light” hub in Haverhill would improve response times and coordination between the services for Haverhill and our villages. I make the plea for fair funding for Haverhill and our villages. Listen to our chat. Read more
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Police and Crime Commissioner talks to me and Joe Mason about being against the Forest City proposal.
Tim Passmore is Suffolk’s Police and Crime Commissioner. He is 110% against the plans for Forest City 1, a new city the size of Birmingham between Newmarket and Haverhill. Watch the video to hear our views. Read more
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Where is your polling station in Haverhill East and Rural division?
You can find your polling station here. https://www.westsuffolk.gov.uk/Council/elections/vacancies-elections-results/elections/upload/Situation-of-polling-stations-Haverhill-East-and-Rural.pdf Don’t forget your photo id. Read more
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Safety reminder – do you know where your kids are?
Last night my wife and I were coming home late, along the A1307, when we both thought we saw a young child on the grass at the side of the road. Given it was nearly midnight we were concerned so stopped. It turns out it was two 17yo girls who had been at a house… Read more
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What it’s like to stand for election
Standing in a local election is a big step. Being a local councillor can be very rewarding. Taking a full and active part in the community is very satisfying. The feeling knowing you have helped someone is fantastic. It is also hard work and can take a huge amount of time. A simple planning issue… Read more
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The government has announced its decision on Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) in Suffolk in 2028, opting for three unitary authorities.
The government has announced its decision on Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) in Suffolk in 2028, opting for three unitary authorities – despite clear evidence that this is not in the interest of Suffolk. Given the choice to do the right thing or the wrong thing I still remain amazed how this government continually chooses the… Read more