Dorking Tip Closure Postponed … but the Battle Continues
The County Council's Cabinet has decided to postpone the closure of the Dorking Tip until 1 October 2019.
The County Council's Cabinet has decided to postpone the closure of the Dorking Tip until 1 October 2019.
Only a few days are left to save the Community Recycling Centre at Dorking, whose future will be decided by Surrey County Council's Cabinet on 29th January. The recommendation to the Cabinet following the recent consultation is to close the tip.
This open letter to Sir Paul Beresford, MP for Mole Valley, was written by Bob Vance, Chair Mole Valley Liberal Democrats, and printed in the current version of the Dorking Advertiser:
There is still time to change course - here's what's at stake.
At the December meeting of Mole Valley District Council, a Liberal Democrat motion supporting more help for Care Leavers was supported overwhelmingly. As a result the Council has agreed to adopt a Children's Society recommendation and to exempt Care Leavers under the age of 25 from Council Tax from April 2019 and to look at other ways to support them to fulfil their potential.
Liberal Democrats are calling for a 4 per cent tax on share buybacks, which would incentivise proper business investment, spur economic growth and raise funds fairly for our public services.
Liberal Democrats are unwavering in our commitment to liberal values and international cooperation. We believe in a United Kingdom that stands tall on the world stage, promoting peace, security, and democracy.
Liberal Democrats have passed new policy with a comprehensive plan aimed at boosting cancer survival rates and improving the quality of life for patients and their families.