Took some time out of work this morning (Thursday 27th sep) to attend the Strategic Planning Committee meeting at County Hall, Truro.
This is an incredibly important issue for Truro, Kenwyn and the associated area.
Whilst it is of course important that we provide housing for our young people and those looking to get onto the housing ladder I wanted to learn more about the councils plans and any concerns regarding the project.
Friday, 28 September 2012
Wednesday, 26 September 2012
Fair Trade
I've been out delivering leaflets this week to local business promoting Fair Trade and requesting information regarding Fair Trade product use.
For further information see;
http://www.truro.gov.uk/Community/Fairtrade.aspx
You can also contact Councillor Charlotte MacKenzie (01872 261675 )
who is a champion of this important work.
For further information see;
http://www.truro.gov.uk/Community/Fairtrade.aspx
You can also contact Councillor Charlotte MacKenzie (01872 261675 )
who is a champion of this important work.
September, Overview, council, Cornwall Dyslexia Association
It's been a busy month both at work and as a councillor in Truro. Work wise I've been both in and out of the county working on various projects and looking closely at contracts coming up in the southwest, hoping that Cornish companies are being given the opportunity and proper consideration that their geography and excellence demands.
On the council side I have been busy over the last month with meetings of the full council, planning and parks. These usually finish late in the evening, around 8/9pm, and involve lively debate over important local issues.
I've also been working with the Cornwall Dyslexia Association who are an excellent organisation offering assessment and support to individuals who require that extra bit of help.
On the council side I have been busy over the last month with meetings of the full council, planning and parks. These usually finish late in the evening, around 8/9pm, and involve lively debate over important local issues.
I've also been working with the Cornwall Dyslexia Association who are an excellent organisation offering assessment and support to individuals who require that extra bit of help.
Friday, 31 August 2012
Cornwall Dyslexic Association - helping out
Just been to meet with the Cornwall Dyslexic Association (CDA) whom I'm working with and leafleting for.
The CDA are a fantastic Cornish resource, offering advise regarding learning challenges and support and assessment for those with Dyslexia.
I faced what felt like were impossible challenges in my academic life until I discovered I was dyslexic and finally was given the tools to overcome the obstacles in my way.
If you would like information regarding getting in contact with the CDA or if you'd like to talk to me regarding Dyslexia my contact details are on my website
The CDA are a fantastic Cornish resource, offering advise regarding learning challenges and support and assessment for those with Dyslexia.
I faced what felt like were impossible challenges in my academic life until I discovered I was dyslexic and finally was given the tools to overcome the obstacles in my way.
If you would like information regarding getting in contact with the CDA or if you'd like to talk to me regarding Dyslexia my contact details are on my website
Friday, 3 August 2012
A frustrated Flybe user
In my opinion Newquay airport is a vital part of Cornwall's future plans for growth and development. I use Flybe to travel up to London and love the feeling of flying out and back into my home county.
Unfortunately while trying to book a return flight to Edinburgh, today, I was again confronted with one of the many archaic transport obstructions that Cornwall's tourists and residents regularly face.
The purpose of the flight was pleasure. I'm a big surfer and always wanted to surf in the Scottish outback. A few days before booking the flight I called Flybe to check on the reason they didn't have surf boards included in their online booking system. I was told all I needed to do was book the flight online and then call back and book in a surfboard.
Fair enough I thought.
Today was booking day. I went to Flybe's online system, filled in all of my details and was about to confirm when I thought, "let's just double check the surfboard reservation policy".
I called Flybe and after nearly 10 minutes on hold was connected to a rep.
When I asked if I could book in my surf board I was told I couldn't. Apparently far from allowing customers to book in surfboards (& long boarders beware there is also a length limit!) I was told I could only turn up on the day of the flight with the boards and Flybe would include them, at a charge, IF there was room on the plane. If there wasn't room they would put the board on the next flight.
When I pointed out that this was not what I had originally been told, not to mention that the next flight would be TWO days latter I was met with a stone wall.
Forgetting for a moment my personal frustration at this insane policy just consider what that means for Cornwall. One of our greatest commercial resources is our stunning beaches and often excellent surf. The surf industry and tourism are vital providers of jobs and income, how is it possible then that Flybe don't transport sports equipment in a modern and customer focused way?
I plan to write to Flybe to ask why and get them to help us solve this problem
Unfortunately while trying to book a return flight to Edinburgh, today, I was again confronted with one of the many archaic transport obstructions that Cornwall's tourists and residents regularly face.
The purpose of the flight was pleasure. I'm a big surfer and always wanted to surf in the Scottish outback. A few days before booking the flight I called Flybe to check on the reason they didn't have surf boards included in their online booking system. I was told all I needed to do was book the flight online and then call back and book in a surfboard.
Fair enough I thought.
Today was booking day. I went to Flybe's online system, filled in all of my details and was about to confirm when I thought, "let's just double check the surfboard reservation policy".
I called Flybe and after nearly 10 minutes on hold was connected to a rep.
When I asked if I could book in my surf board I was told I couldn't. Apparently far from allowing customers to book in surfboards (& long boarders beware there is also a length limit!) I was told I could only turn up on the day of the flight with the boards and Flybe would include them, at a charge, IF there was room on the plane. If there wasn't room they would put the board on the next flight.
When I pointed out that this was not what I had originally been told, not to mention that the next flight would be TWO days latter I was met with a stone wall.
Forgetting for a moment my personal frustration at this insane policy just consider what that means for Cornwall. One of our greatest commercial resources is our stunning beaches and often excellent surf. The surf industry and tourism are vital providers of jobs and income, how is it possible then that Flybe don't transport sports equipment in a modern and customer focused way?
I plan to write to Flybe to ask why and get them to help us solve this problem
Thursday, 2 August 2012
Meeting-Truro High School re Daniell Road Parking
I met this morning with Bryan Login, the bursar for Truro High School, regarding the potential for making parking spaces available to residents in and around Daniell Road, Truro.
This will of course involve a fee, however given that this option has been suggested by residents I think appetite is there.
We discussed the difficulty residents are having with parking and a number of options for a parking plan.
This is still at a very early stage and it goes without saying that allot of work, approval from the school and resident interest will be required before this is considered viable, however the meeting was certainly positive and productive.
This will of course involve a fee, however given that this option has been suggested by residents I think appetite is there.
We discussed the difficulty residents are having with parking and a number of options for a parking plan.
This is still at a very early stage and it goes without saying that allot of work, approval from the school and resident interest will be required before this is considered viable, however the meeting was certainly positive and productive.
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