Egremont Phone Mast

Many regular readers will know that Leah, Karen and I opposed the application by Vodafone to install a mast on the junction of Trafalgar Road and King Street. I spoke to oppose the plans at the Planning Committee citing its closeness to a nursery as one of the many reasons why councillors should refuse the application. Unfortunately the application for the mast was passed at the Committee and the residents in that area of Egremont were stuck with another eyesore on their doorstep.

We have recently had news that ‘phone company O2 have now asked to share the mast with Vodafone, this will mean that they will replace the existing  mast with a new taller mast! We are strongly opposed to these plans and will continue to fight on resident’s behalf against increasing the height of this eyesore.

Crime Guide

Leah, Karen and I (along with our team of deliverers!) are currently delivering the latest edition of our regular community newslines. With this issue we have included a handy guide on fighting crime. Its full of useful telephone numbers and interesting information about how Wallasey is fairing in the fight against crime. If you can lend a hand with delivering then give us a call as all help is gratefully received!

Wirral Wizards

Yesterday I took part in the cricket match between Wirral Conservatives and Wirral Wizards (Wirral’s visually impaired cricket team). Unfortunately we couldn’t pull off the same epic victory that was being played out at The Oval by England’s national team and we succumbed to the combined skill and experience of the Wirral Wizards who soundly defeated us.

Out And About In Egremont

Again the Conservative Team were out door knocking in Egremont. Tonight we visited homes in Union Street, Church Street, Darlington Close and Guilford Road. Residents seemed very happy with the job we are doing and like the way we keep in touch.

Thanks to Cllr Denis Knowles, Cllr Paul Hayes, Tony Cox and Anne Lavin for joining Karen and myself.

Poundland

With seven out of ten of the former Woolworth shops in the UK still lying vacant, we are lucky that the shop in Liscard was quickly taken up by the discount store Poundland. The Poundland shop is now up and running and it was good to see that th company has recruited many of its staff for the store locally, providing some much needed jobs.

YOU Decide

People in Liscard can take part in a survey run by the Council to help decide how some of the money raised from your Council Tax should be spent on in this area. You can take part in the survey by clicking on this link http://www.merseyinfoserv.com/mrIWeb/mrIWeb.dll?I.Project=WYD09 You can bid for things like new litter bins, road safety improvements and sports activity for young people. You have until the end of the month to submit your views and the survey only takes a couple of minutes, so make sure you have your say!

Door Knocking In Egremont

Oliver Adam, Tony Cox, Simon Mountney, Tony Pritchard, Myself, Lesley Rennie, Karen Hayes, Paul Hayes, Kate Wood and Chris Blakeley

This evening the team were out in force knocking on doors in Greenwood Lane and the surrounding areas. As usual we had a very welcoming response and most people were keen to tell us they can’t wait to cast their ballots at the General and Local elections and get rid of this useless government and labour led council.

Wirral Community Speedwatch

Speeding is a big problem on Wirral’s roads and recent statistics show that speed contributed to 75% of accidents on Merseyside’s roads last year.

To tackle this problem Wirral Council and Merseyside Police are joining forces to create a new Wirral Community Speedwatch Team, this team will comprise of local volunteers who will operate radar guns on the roadside to monitor motorists’ speed. Speeding motorists will be sent warning letters which will explain the problems their speeding causes for people living in the area.

This is a welcome initiative which will hopefully encourage more responsible driving. If you would like further information on becoming a Community Speedwatch Volunteer, then contact Carolyne Hankey on 606 5448 or email carolyne.a.hankey@merseyside.pnn.police.uk

Church of St Elisabeth The New Martyr

 

Fr Paul Blesses The New Church

 This morning I, along with Leah, James and Cllrs Ian Lewis and Paul Hayes, went along to the first service held in Rake Lane Cemetery’s Chapel by Fr Paul and his Russian Orthodox congregation.

James, myself and Fr Paul

The Chapel was blessed and officially turned into the Church of St Elisabeth, the New Martyr. The liturgy was beautiful and although we were standing for most of it I was mesmerised by the singing and chanting. Orthodox services are certainly different from the Roman Catholic Mass I usually attend but it is certainly fascinating to watch; I would encourage as many people as possible to pop along for one of their Sunday services, beginning at 9.30am, Fr Paul operates an open door policy and you will be most welcome.

After the service we had a ‘bring and share luch’ with the opportunity to get to know members of the congregation. It was at this point that we discovered James went to school with Fr Paul’s daughter’s fiancé, Andy, and the couple look set to be the first couple to marry in the church next July. Small world!

The whole congregation seemed delighted to be in their new home and I’m equally delighted that they have put this wonderful building back in use once again.

Back To School

Yesterday I went along to St Mary’s College, Wallasey, to help deliver lessons to year 10 students on how to run local campaigns. I was joined by Cllrs Ian Lewis, Denis Knowles and Paul Hayes.

The students picked issues to campaign on which ranged from speeding to climate change and I was very impressed by the maturity of their discussions. I thoroughly enjoyed the time I spent at the college and it was great to see so many young people speak so passionately about issues which matter to them.