London councils and protest groups get go-ahead for third runway judicial review - More than 20 local authorities in London and around Heathrow have won the right to judicially review Transport Secretary Geoff Hoon's decision to approve a third runway at Heathrow. http://www.2mgroup.org.uk/_
A High Court judge agreed this week that their challenge would be heard in open court in the autumn. The councils are backed by the Mayor of London, Greenpeace, RSPB, WWF, CPRE, HACAN and residents who face losing their homes. Mr Hoon announced his support for a
third runway and sixth terminal on January 15. The decision was subject to a number of environmental conditions relating to noise, air quality, public transport and climate change, but the councils argue the decision was irrational and the Government failed to conduct a lawful
consultation process.
Friday, 7 August 2009
Volunteers needed to befriend children in care
We need men and women volunteers to befriend children in Care(in Surrey and Surrey borders)
Invitation to an Open Evening
Tuesday 15th September 2009 at Omnibus, Lesbourne Road, Reigate, RH2 7JP (Room C1)
7 pm to 8.30 pm
(Introductory Two-day Training Course Saturday 21st and 28th November 2009 in Leatherhead) come to find out more!
Please call Nicola Taylor, Elspeth Hannah
Independent Visitor Service
Surrey County Council
01372 833 359, 07815 951 168, 07815 560 230
nicola.taylor@surreycc.gov.uk, elspeth.hannah@surreycc.gov.uk
What is an Independent Visitor?
A volunteer who visits, befriends and advises children in care who are looked after by Surrey County Council and live in foster care or residential homes.
Who needs an Independent Visitor?
Children and young people usually aged between 10 and 17 who do not have regular contact with a family member. Children of all cultures and backgrounds.
What happens on a visit?
Anything that you both enjoy, from window-shopping, fast food to dog walking, museums or movies.
You Get:
A new friend
Immense personal satisfaction
Initial and on-going training
Support and back-up
Reimbursement of agreed expenses
Your Give
· 1 day per month, usually at weekends
· A commitment to visit for at least two years
· Your energy and time to a young person
· Participation in Independent Visitor support groups and training
· Your agreement to an enhanced criminal bureau check, reference and health checks.
Invitation to an Open Evening
Tuesday 15th September 2009 at Omnibus, Lesbourne Road, Reigate, RH2 7JP (Room C1)
7 pm to 8.30 pm
(Introductory Two-day Training Course Saturday 21st and 28th November 2009 in Leatherhead) come to find out more!
Please call Nicola Taylor, Elspeth Hannah
Independent Visitor Service
Surrey County Council
01372 833 359, 07815 951 168, 07815 560 230
nicola.taylor@surreycc.gov.uk, elspeth.hannah@surreycc.gov.uk
What is an Independent Visitor?
A volunteer who visits, befriends and advises children in care who are looked after by Surrey County Council and live in foster care or residential homes.
Who needs an Independent Visitor?
Children and young people usually aged between 10 and 17 who do not have regular contact with a family member. Children of all cultures and backgrounds.
What happens on a visit?
Anything that you both enjoy, from window-shopping, fast food to dog walking, museums or movies.
You Get:
A new friend
Immense personal satisfaction
Initial and on-going training
Support and back-up
Reimbursement of agreed expenses
Your Give
· 1 day per month, usually at weekends
· A commitment to visit for at least two years
· Your energy and time to a young person
· Participation in Independent Visitor support groups and training
· Your agreement to an enhanced criminal bureau check, reference and health checks.
Thursday, 6 August 2009
SURGERY
My next surgery in Ashford Library will be on Saturday 5th September at 11am to noon with Steven Rough, Spelthorne Borough Councillor for Ashford East.
Calling Cards
I am calling at all homes in the division that I represent, to introduce myself, and pass on my contact details.
I have called at homes in Clarendon Road, where there are concerns around parking and speeding, and in Kingston Road (A308), where there are concerns about the new cycle path, and speeding.
After the summer recess, I shall be calling on a street a week in the division, and so hope to be able to cover the whole division by the end of next year.
In the mean time, please do come and see me in Ashford library, where I run a surgery with a borough councillor on the first Saturday of every month, from 11 to noon, or write or email me.
I have called at homes in Clarendon Road, where there are concerns around parking and speeding, and in Kingston Road (A308), where there are concerns about the new cycle path, and speeding.
After the summer recess, I shall be calling on a street a week in the division, and so hope to be able to cover the whole division by the end of next year.
In the mean time, please do come and see me in Ashford library, where I run a surgery with a borough councillor on the first Saturday of every month, from 11 to noon, or write or email me.
Wednesday, 22 July 2009
August Surgery
My next surgery in Ashford Library will be at 11am to noon on Saturday 1st August. Please do come along to meet me and ask any questions about Surrey County Council Services. I look forward to seeing you there.
Friday, 26 June 2009
Don't let Gordon Brown take you for a fool.
They say if you repeat a lie enough, people will start to believe it. Gordon Brown is banking on you believing that he won't cut public spending. Don't let him take you for a fool.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vGB_3wByafA
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vGB_3wByafA
Tuesday, 23 June 2009
Surrey County Council’s new leader commits to reduce speeding and anti-social driving, increase recycling and improve social care
The new Leader of Surrey County Council, Andrew Povey, has set a goal to reduce anti-social driving on Surrey's roads with the announcement of a £1 million programme with Surrey Police to cut speeding and anti-social driving.
Speaking after the County Council’s Annual General Meeting formally elected him as Leader this morning, Dr Povey said: “My leadership will bring a fresh approach to how the council is run. Everything we do will focus on what is important to residents. They told us that speeding and aggressive driving is their biggest concern across the county and we will take action."
He also pledged to increase recycling across the county, saying: "We will set ambitious targets for recycling and build on the successes we and borough and district councils have already achieved in increasing recycling rates. Thanks to these successes we now have the opportunity to look at reducing or removing our need for Energy from Waste in Surrey. I have asked officers to look at this as a top priority and hope to be able to announce any changes by the end of the year."
In addition, Dr Povey gave details of a Surrey solution to the national problem in recruiting social workers. The council will offer 50 annual bursaries for young people to train as social workers and 10 bursaries for existing social workers to extend their professional skills. A priority will be given to those living in Surrey.
Outlining his vision for the next four years, Dr Povey said: “Given the current financial climate it is vital the county council provides the people of Surrey with value for money. We will be reviewing every single service in a systematic way to ensure it offers the best service and is as efficient as possible. We will continue to listen to our residents and the funding of services will reflect their priorities.”
The Leader has replaced the controlling Executive with a Cabinet, which will meet monthly rather than fortnightly. Fewer decisions will come before this new ruling body and more decisions will be delegated to individual Cabinet members. This will mean more decisions will be delegated to individual Cabinet members allowing the full Cabinet to concentrate on more strategic issues.
Dr Povey has also decided to personally retain veto powers in three specific areas:
· Changes to the boundaries of the Green Belt, Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty and Areas of Great Landscape Value in Surrey
· Decisions to open or close a county school
· Establishment of or recruitment of staff or consultants on a salary of more than £100,000.
The new administration also plans to work more closely with district and borough councils to protect the Green Belt and with businesses to help Surrey through the recession.
“Surrey is a fantastic place to live in and we need to make sure this remains the case. We will work to ensure we are acting on the things residents tell us are important and there will be more initiatives in the coming months to act on residents’ concerns,” said Dr Povey.
Ends
Media requiring more information should contact Paul Marinko, Media Manager for Surrey County Council, on 020 8541 9548 or at paul.marinko@surreycc.gov.uk.
Note to editors:
The full programme to cut anti-social driving will be launched in September.
The members of the new Surrey County Council Cabinet are:
Andrew Povey Leader
David Hodge Deputy Leader
Mary Angell Children and Families
Michael Gosling Adult Social Care
Lynne Hack Environment
Tim Hall Corporate Services
Kay Hammond Community Safety
Ian Lake Transport
Peter Martin Children and Learning
Denise Saliagopoulos Community Services
The chairmen and vice chairmen of committees will be:
(Chairman followed by Vice Chairman)
Planning and Regulatory Roy Taylor Ian Beardsmore
Audit and Governance Nick Harrison Bill Barker
Personnel and Appointments Andrew Povey David Hodge
Adults and Community Care Chris Pitt Margaret Hicks
Children and Families Yvonna Lay Marisa Heath
Corporate Management Helyn Clack Angela Fraser
Environment and Economy Carol Coleman Tony Rooth
Safer and Stronger Communities Lavinia Sealy David Goodwin
Schools and Learning Dorothy Ross-Tomlin Denise Turner-Stewart
Transportation David Ivison Mike Bennison
Health Scrutiny David Munro Peter Hickman
Speaking after the County Council’s Annual General Meeting formally elected him as Leader this morning, Dr Povey said: “My leadership will bring a fresh approach to how the council is run. Everything we do will focus on what is important to residents. They told us that speeding and aggressive driving is their biggest concern across the county and we will take action."
He also pledged to increase recycling across the county, saying: "We will set ambitious targets for recycling and build on the successes we and borough and district councils have already achieved in increasing recycling rates. Thanks to these successes we now have the opportunity to look at reducing or removing our need for Energy from Waste in Surrey. I have asked officers to look at this as a top priority and hope to be able to announce any changes by the end of the year."
In addition, Dr Povey gave details of a Surrey solution to the national problem in recruiting social workers. The council will offer 50 annual bursaries for young people to train as social workers and 10 bursaries for existing social workers to extend their professional skills. A priority will be given to those living in Surrey.
Outlining his vision for the next four years, Dr Povey said: “Given the current financial climate it is vital the county council provides the people of Surrey with value for money. We will be reviewing every single service in a systematic way to ensure it offers the best service and is as efficient as possible. We will continue to listen to our residents and the funding of services will reflect their priorities.”
The Leader has replaced the controlling Executive with a Cabinet, which will meet monthly rather than fortnightly. Fewer decisions will come before this new ruling body and more decisions will be delegated to individual Cabinet members. This will mean more decisions will be delegated to individual Cabinet members allowing the full Cabinet to concentrate on more strategic issues.
Dr Povey has also decided to personally retain veto powers in three specific areas:
· Changes to the boundaries of the Green Belt, Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty and Areas of Great Landscape Value in Surrey
· Decisions to open or close a county school
· Establishment of or recruitment of staff or consultants on a salary of more than £100,000.
The new administration also plans to work more closely with district and borough councils to protect the Green Belt and with businesses to help Surrey through the recession.
“Surrey is a fantastic place to live in and we need to make sure this remains the case. We will work to ensure we are acting on the things residents tell us are important and there will be more initiatives in the coming months to act on residents’ concerns,” said Dr Povey.
Ends
Media requiring more information should contact Paul Marinko, Media Manager for Surrey County Council, on 020 8541 9548 or at paul.marinko@surreycc.gov.uk.
Note to editors:
The full programme to cut anti-social driving will be launched in September.
The members of the new Surrey County Council Cabinet are:
Andrew Povey Leader
David Hodge Deputy Leader
Mary Angell Children and Families
Michael Gosling Adult Social Care
Lynne Hack Environment
Tim Hall Corporate Services
Kay Hammond Community Safety
Ian Lake Transport
Peter Martin Children and Learning
Denise Saliagopoulos Community Services
The chairmen and vice chairmen of committees will be:
(Chairman followed by Vice Chairman)
Planning and Regulatory Roy Taylor Ian Beardsmore
Audit and Governance Nick Harrison Bill Barker
Personnel and Appointments Andrew Povey David Hodge
Adults and Community Care Chris Pitt Margaret Hicks
Children and Families Yvonna Lay Marisa Heath
Corporate Management Helyn Clack Angela Fraser
Environment and Economy Carol Coleman Tony Rooth
Safer and Stronger Communities Lavinia Sealy David Goodwin
Schools and Learning Dorothy Ross-Tomlin Denise Turner-Stewart
Transportation David Ivison Mike Bennison
Health Scrutiny David Munro Peter Hickman
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