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Summary of the year
In May elections, four of us despite narrowly missing being elected as Cornwall Councillors, but each of us have remained active and continue serving our respective communities on Town and Parish…
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Poverty and Budgets
I recently found time to read the “Growing up in Poverty” report which my Lib Dem colleague, Cllr Hilary Frank, talked about in this column when I was on leave a few weeks ago.
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Abolishing Police and Crime Commistioner
In any society you need the rule of law and order. Cornwall Council has some role in this, for example the Council is in charge of all the roads in SE Cornwall, except for the A38, operated by…
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Climate change remains a priority for many
In 2019, Cornwall Council declared a Climate Emergency. The Council has encouraged use of public transport, replaced its pool cars with electric vehicles, installed solar panels and planted trees.…
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Tolerance of others and better relations with Europe
Fair, free and open society, preferring cooperation with neighbouring countries, rather than isolation. Jim tells of travel in Europe; how people feel about flags on lamp posts; and rebuilding…
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Hungry to Learn, Waiting to Smile: Cornwall’s Challenge for Children
Teachers across Cornwall are telling me the same story: children are arriving at school hungry, tired or in pain because their families simply can’t get the support they need. A hungry child can’t…
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Food and Farming
Cornwall Councillors were invited by the National Farmers Union (NFU) to a farm visit. Farmers should be valued as they produce food and manage our landscapes. We aim to protect the County Farms…
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Making Cornwall countryside a better place
Improving water quality in our lakes and rivers. More green spaces. Better support for hospitality industry.
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Day At Cornwall Council
September in Cornwall Council: transport links, drain clearing, ending sewage scandal, and support for special needs children.
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Life of a Cornwall Councillor
The role of a Cornwall Councillor comes with a huge workload and requires a lot of commitment. But for a Lib Dem, serving their community is an honour.
