At the Stradishall Parish Council, on Monday, I was asked if I could help with the plan to make more use of the church for community activities. I was happy to help, of course, as Stradishall doesn’t really have a village hall. I met with local representatives on Friday to have a look at the… Read more

The UK Government has introduced a requirement for voters to show photo ID when voting at a polling station at some elections. This new requirement will apply for the first time in England at the local elections on Thursday 4 May 2023. Which forms of ID can I use to vote? You may already have… Read more

Next week I’m leading a team of West Suffolk Council officers in meeting with Heritage England to discuss relocating the social club in Clare. It is a sensitive site as it sits very close to an ancient monument. It is always sensible to try and understand the point of view of other organisations when seeking… Read more

Shop1, Castle House, Well Lane, Clare has certainly grabbed everyone’s attention recently. It was previously the ice cream parlour that failed to make the impact that was expected. The shop now stands empty which is never good for Clare. Recently an application to West Suffolk Council for an alcohols licence for the shop alerted everyone… Read more

I addressed Clare Town Council this evening on the subject of trying to get a town center carpark. I have been working on this for months and am trying to bring as many people as possible along with me. I’m sure I won’t be able to please all of the people all of the time… Read more

Last night we had full council. It starts with a group meeting at 1730 followed by council starting at 1900. I think I got home at 2200hrs! Full council is governed by protocols, tradition and regulations. Whilst the Leader of the Council leads the council it is the Chairman of the Council who presides over… Read more