Leavers were fond of telling us that we are the fifth largest economy in the world. Indeed, but did they look at the size of the first three?
The Reach Free School planning application has now been submitted . It has not yet been validated so it is not yet available for public access. ………………………………………………... We have been pressing HS2 for some time to have an open day event here to inform local residents about the plans, etc. Although the main impact of the construction will be on West Hyde and Maple Cross the whole Rickmansworth area will be significantly affected. HS2 has decided to hold the event in the middle of August. When TRDC pointed out that holiday time would rule out a large number of people HS2 agreed to hold a second day in September. The dates are Thursday 11th August 2.00-8.00pm, and Saturday 17th September 11.00am-3.00pm at Maple Cross Community Centre, on the corner of Hornhill / Longcroft Rds. This an opportunity to find out more about the project, talk to experts about the environmental impact, engineering, construction, property, etc, to see maps and plans and ask questions. Do Come Along. …………………………………………..........................
With two gains, two holds and progress everywhere it really has been a good week. However, the star result had to be a Liberal Democrat GAIN in Newlyn & Goonhavern (Cornwall) from the Conservatives. Both the Tory and the Mebyon Kernow leaving the Lib Dems ahead with 24% in a fragmented field.
After a close result last time this ward was fought, the Liberal Democrats have now gained the seat. Let not the headline - composed for accuracy - detract from the first class campaign by John Birch, the Liberal Democrat candidate in a by election in Bridgetown Ward for a seat on South Hams District Council. John was ably assisted by Cllr Robert Vint who is already a South Hams District Councillor, as well as being on Devon County Council. Robert recently joined the Liberal Democrats from the Green Party.
Woodoaks Summer Festival was a great success and the weather kept fine - Well Done all those involved. Do you know that they do Weddings at Woodoaks ? ………………………………………………………. Join the small business community on-line. To stay up to date with all the latest news, events, office space and free advice for business advice connect with Wenta a social enterprise providing support and advice to those considering starting or growing their own business. www.wenta.co.uk/contact-us or ring 0845 371 0891. ………………………………………………. We are glad to report that well over 14,500 residents have signed up to the new garden waste collection arrangements which started on 11th July - this means the financial target has been met. This means that about 57% of local households have joined the scheme. The removal of bins from residents who are not signing up will start on 12th September. If you are not joining the new scheme but wish to keep your brown bin, that is fine. …………………………………………………. Advance Notice - Dance for Parkinsons - dance can
By Election held 21st July, 2016
