Letters & Opinion

LETTER: What will be cost of Cheshire councils combining?

LETTER: What will be cost of Cheshire councils combining?

Dear Editor,
There has been a few articles on various platforms about CEC, CW&C and Warrington combining with a possible Mayor.

Have tried to find out the cost of GMC Mayors office but the following information might be of interest.

January 15, 2025
LETTER: ESF or S114 – What’s in a name?

LETTER: ESF or S114 – What’s in a name?

Dear Editor,
Every year, councils are legally required to produce a balanced budget.

Every year we hear a litany of reasons why CEC is sliding further and further into debt.

January 13, 2025
Connor Naismith

OPINION: We must act now on grooming gangs, says Crewe and Nantwich MP

“This week has seen much debate about the grooming gangs scandal, where young girls, have been systematically exploited and sexually abused in towns across England.”

January 10, 2025
LETTER: Bryony Page snubbed for BBC Sports Personality of the Year shortlist

LETTER: Bryony Page snubbed for BBC Sports Personality of the Year shortlist

Dear Editor
In a surprising omission, Crewe-born Bryony Page has not been shortlisted for a 2024 BBC Sports Personality of the Year award (https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/articles/ce328g87g9vo ), despite an extraordinary year that solidified her place among British sporting legends.

December 11, 2024
LETTER: Disappointment over lack of free parking days in Nantwich

LETTER: Disappointment over lack of free parking days in Nantwich

Dear Editor
I am writing to express my deep disappointment and sadness over the decision not to offer free car parking days in Nantwich this year in the lead-up to Christmas.

This has been a much-valued initiative in recent years, providing a real boost to local businesses during the festive season.

December 9, 2024
LETTER: “Disgust” at Cheshire East three-weekly bin plan

LETTER: “Disgust” at Cheshire East three-weekly bin plan

Dear Editor,
I am writing to express my deep frustration and disgust at Cheshire East Council’s decision to introduce three-weekly black bin collections from April 2026, despite significant opposition from residents and even some councillors.

November 29, 2024
LETTER: Get Britain Working Again

LETTER: Get Britain Working Again

Dear Editor,
This week the Government released its Get Britain Working Again white paper, including measures such as stopping the benefits of young people who don’t take up work or training opportunities, alongside support to address barriers such as mental health issues.

November 29, 2024
LETTER: Time to clampdown on pavement parking

LETTER: Time to clampdown on pavement parking

Dear Editor,
Friday 22 November marked four years since the previous government’s consultation on pavement parking in England closed.

Cars parked on, and sometimes hogging the whole pavement, will be a familiar sight to many.

November 25, 2024
LETTER:  Car park changes will impact local businesses

LETTER: Car park changes will impact local businesses

Dear Editor,
I am writing to express my disappointment and frustration with Cheshire East Council’s decision to introduce parking charges at most council-owned car parks from Monday 2nd December 2024.

For years, these car parks have been free to use, encouraging residents and visitors alike to shop in our local town centres.

November 12, 2024
Cllr Janet Clowes

LETTER: CEC delays in addressing LGA peer review

Dear Editor,
The LGA Corporate Peer Review last March was crystal clear that the current committee system is not fit for purpose; with its silo-working, too many committees, too many reports, not enough financial control, no effective scrutiny of decision-making and that change was needed at pace.

October 22, 2024
LETTER: Darker nights and more hazards for animals

LETTER: Darker nights and more hazards for animals

Dear Editor,
As the days draw in and the clocks go back, the darker evenings create more hazards on our roads for animals.

Sadly, more animals are hit by cars during the winter months so we’re asking drivers to be cautious when they’re out and about.

October 22, 2024
LETTER: Do the Cheshire East tips need to close?

LETTER: Do the Cheshire East tips need to close?

Dear Editor,
After five years of Labour/Independent administration, CEC finances are in a perilous state and difficult decisions must be made to avoid an S114 (Bankruptcy) Notice.

But the Tip Consultation, (where residents voted overwhelmingly against tip closures) and a Residents’ Petition of over 7,000 signatures, must be given significant weight. (Although it’s questionable why, after similar, previous consultations, more taxpayers money was wasted on another clearly pre-determined process).

October 7, 2024
LETTER: Cheshire East has disregard for financial stability

LETTER: Cheshire East has disregard for financial stability

Dear Editor,
Labour-led Cheshire East Council is on track to miss its budget targets for a third consecutive year.

This is not only disappointing but also shows of a deep-rooted incompetence within the current administration.

October 6, 2024