Ramblings and Observations

Bromsgrove MP - she really should resign and quickly

I've seen 1st hand that Julie Kirkbride is a hardworking MP for us here in Bromsgrove, but after all that's emerged I don't see how she can credibly continue as MP or even retain her select committee positions?  It was bad enough, but with the Have I Got News for You showing of her slamming the phone down on BBC H&W it's clear that she's known of her 'wrong doing' for some years.

Interesting article in the News of the World today:

http://www.newsoftheworld.co.uk/news/322350/Doube-dipping-married-MPs-Julie-Kirkbride-and-Andrew-Mackay-in-new-scandal-Mrs-Kirkbride-lets-brother-live-rent-free-in-their-mansion-flat-that-WE-pay-for.html?CMP=KNC-SC&HBX_PK=julie+kirkbride&HBX_OU=50

I note an item by 'Ian' in the comments defending her - any chance that could be her brother?

Vacancy for Parish Councillor

Lickey & Blackwell Parish Council have a vacancy for a Parish Councillor. If you live in the parish and would like to do something about the local issues that matter to you rather than just moaning about them then contact me or the council executive officer for details. Politics should be left at the door, and timewasters need not apply!

Affordable Housing in Lickey & Blackwell

I am looking forward to understanding more about the issues around affordable housing for a semi rural area this morning. Who would benefit? How many? Where? Advantages and disadvantages to the existing community? Minority or majority interest? Let's see!

Success with speeding

John is really excited. After 2 years, we finally have a speed activated sign on the approach to the school. How fantastic it is to see the brake lights as individuals are reminded of the speed limit.