We must keep a strong police presence in Ludlow
andybodders Letter published in the South Shropshire Journal 1 March 2013 It seems that Ludlow’s almost new police station is to close and the police are to move into offices elsewhere…
County’s Tories reject affordable service improvements
The Conservatives on Shropshire Council have rejected out of hand Lib Dem proposals that would have repaired the county’s roads, supported small businesses and young people, and improved transport for…
Ludlow ignored in Shropshire Council parking initiatives
A week ago I witnessed a fascinating debate on Twitter. Shrewsbury trader Julia Wenlock put Shropshire council leader Keith Barrow on the spot about Sunday car parking charges. After a…
The importance of not being important
I am very much enjoying being out and about in Ludlow canvassing for votes and I have had some very engaging discussions in recent days. One theme comes up regularly.…
Shropshire Council consultants, Joan Armatrading and accountability
The Shropshire Star published my letter “huge bill for consultants” today. Thanks guys! The essence of the letter is that despite council leader Keith Barrow telling us that his council…