The decision to close Ambleside campus at the University of Cumbria will have a "devastating impact" on the local economy according to South Lakeland MP Tim Farron, who believes the University's plans to mothball the campus could put Ambleside in dire straits".
Councillor Irene Davidson, the new Leader of Rochdale Council, has undertaken her first major act as Leader by reducing the Cabinet by one post. Councillor Davidson, whose position was confirmed at a Council meeting last night, will no longer be the Portfolio Holder for Environment and Sustainability.
Traffic on White Hart Lane in Springfield / north east Chelmsford is certain to get worse before it gets better, if housing plans for the area get the go-ahead. The news emerged at a public meeting last night (18 January), following persistent questioning from local residents and Lib Dem campaigner Stephen Robinson.
Dr Peter Hirst, Liberal Democrat Parliamentary Candidate for Congleton is pleased Cheshire East Council has at long last seen sense and decided to reconsider its plans to implement car parking charges throughout the Borough.
Dr Peter Hirst, Liberal Democrat Parliamentary Candidate for Congleton is pleased Cheshire East Council has at long last seen sense and decided to reconsider its plans to implement car parking charges throughout the Borough.