Letters & Opinion

LETTER: Wistaston housing plan threatens animals

LETTER: Wistaston housing plan threatens animals

Dear Editor,
I am writing as a follow-up to the concerns expressed by Jonathan White in your 19 March article “Alarm over 220-homes plan for Wistaston” – namely Redrow Homes’ plans for large-scale housing development on farmland designated as part of the strategic green gap between Crewe and Nantwich.

March 28, 2025
LETTER: Cheshire East Council’s ill-conceived parking charge increases

LETTER: Cheshire East Council’s ill-conceived parking charge increases

Dear Editor,
I am writing to express my deep concern regarding the upcoming changes to parking charges at Cheshire East Council-operated car parks, set to take effect in May.

March 28, 2025
aerial view of land in foreground being eyed by Redrow Homes

LETTER: Alarm over 220-homes plan for Wistaston

Dear Editor,
As a concerned resident, I am alarmed by Redrow Homes’ plans to build 220 houses on a 12.6-hectare site off Crewe Road in Wistaston.

This area currently consists of open fields and grassland, forming part of the strategic green gap between Crewe and Nantwich.

March 19, 2025
LETTER: Concerns over width of new Reaseheath road

LETTER: Concerns over width of new Reaseheath road

Dear Editor,
I have noticed that roadworks renovations are currently underway at the Reaseheath Roundabout.

While infrastructure improvements are always welcome, I assume these works are in preparation for the long-delayed Reaseheath bypass A51 spine road, which is now (finally) set to open in June – more than three years behind schedule.

March 10, 2025
LETTER: Join Lymphoma Action at a Lymphoma Information Day

LETTER: Join Lymphoma Action at a Lymphoma Information Day

Dear Editor,
Lymphoma Action are hosting four Lymphoma Information Days in April and May to provide information and support to people affected by lymphoma, a type of blood cancer.

Readers might be interested in this unique opportunity to hear from lymphoma experts, meet others affected by lymphoma, ask questions and share experiences.

March 7, 2025
LETTER: Concern of worsening state of Cheshire East roads

LETTER: Concern of worsening state of Cheshire East roads

Dear Editor,
I am writing to express my deep concerns regarding the worsening state of our local roads, an issue that is becoming increasingly hazardous for motorists, cyclists, and pedestrians alike.

February 11, 2025
LETTER: Pothole “repairs” on A530 Middlewich Road

LETTER: Pothole “repairs” on A530 Middlewich Road

Dear Editor,
Workmen arrived at the affected section of A530 Middlewich Road yesterday (Monday) to fill in potholes.

However, upon driving past the same section today, it’s clear that the repairs were poorly executed.

January 28, 2025
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