I seem to have spent a lot of this last year working to bring forward the A14 upgrade. I was clear from the outset that not only did we need the major scheme to happen we also wanted some action NOW. It is brilliant that this A14 widening is to take place so quickly. It … Continue reading
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My speech at full council _ Introducing the Business Plan
Introducing the Business Plan Mr. Chairman, it is with great pleasure that I introduce the County Council’s Business Plan for the next five years. Colleagues across this Chamber have worked long and hard to produce a Plan that is right for the communities they represent. I would like to give special thanks to my … Continue reading
Cambridgeshire Community Services – visit to unplanned care team
A really good look at CCS today. I spent some very valuable time discussing re-ablement with the team, in Cambridge, before going on to visit a service user. The lady we visited lived in sheltered accommodation, in Cambridge. At 91 this lady would put a few people I know, who are a lot younger, to … Continue reading
Talking or doing that is the question?
I am regularly reminded by the Liberal Democrat opposition in the County Council that running the council is not like running a business. It is certainly different but I do believe that common sense, efficiency, listening to the people of Cambridgeshire (customers?) and spending money wisely should be even more important as it is public … Continue reading
Fenland District Council – aims and ambitions aligned with County Council
Driving to March, on wednesday, to meet with the Fenland District Council Leader and Chief Exec you can’t help but enjoy our lovely countryside. Some of the best growing land in the country and a world class university in Cambridge, the question is are we joining the two up effectively enough? We had an excellent … Continue reading
Linda Oliver steps down from CCC cabinet
This is a copy of the press release that went out today announcing Linda standing down from the cabinet. Press Release Cambridgeshire County Council’s Cabinet Member for Resources and Performance, Councillor Linda Oliver, has decided to step down from her role. Cllr Oliver has recently had to devote an increasing amount of time to her … Continue reading
Fulbourn Division Parish Report – July 2011
Parish Council report from County Councillor Nick Clarke COUNCIL CHAIRMAN LEADS ARMED FORCES DAY CEREMONY The Chairman of Cambridgeshire County Council, accompanied by Captain Victor Lucas RN, Deputy Lieutenant for Cambridgeshire, and Nick Clarke, Leader of the County Council lead the County Council’s flag-raising ceremony in recognition of national Armed Forces Day. Capt Lucas inspect … Continue reading
Safe pair of hands leading the council – declares Green supporter
Although in fairness it was said at todays cricket match after I took 3 catches in 20 mins. I was ducking and diving more than the Lib Dems do when confronted with how they are ever going to fund some of their grand ideas. Although they seem to have stopped having bright ideas since I … Continue reading
Guided busway – The Andy Burrows interview transcript
One of the new skills to be picked up as the new leader of the council is working with the press. This is all new to me. It is fascinating to experience the different styles of interview. Some are about fact finding, others to announce news and others to hold the council to account for … Continue reading
Rod Craig – Tragic News
It was with deep sorrow that we heard that Rod Craig, Executive Director: Community and Adult Services has passed away. Our thoughts at this time are with his family, friends and colleagues. He was a well liked and respected leader who always strove to provide the best services he could for our communities. As a … Continue reading
