From the Chamber: Our Local Politics
Last Thursday, 20th February, there was a full council meeting to set the council’s budget for the next financial year and as a result, I find myself reflecting on the state of local politics.
27 Feb 2025
News
From the Chamber: Pension Tax Credit - a thank you
I wanted to say thank you to all the members of the community who worked to help get eligible pensioners up for pension tax credit before Christmas.
25 Feb 2025
From the Leader: The strategy behind the Council Budget
In setting this year’s budget, we have three strategic objectives. First, to focus help on those who need it most; second, to plan for the long term; and third, to secure the benefits of working in partnership.
20 Feb 2025
Environment
Clive Jones rejects High Court's bailout of Thames Water as customers continue to suffer
Wokingham MP Clive Jones has condemned the £3bn bailout of Thames Water, worsening the future burden upon bill-payers. The Liberal Democrats have called for the company to be put into special administration.
19 Feb 2025
From the Leader: Time for a better form of politics
This week, influenced in part by the recent Winnersh by-election, I want to return to a topic that I have raised before – the way in which politics is conducted.
13 Feb 2025
WBC
No charges for parking at Cantley Park in this year’s budget
The Liberal Democrat leadership at Wokingham Borough Council has decided not to introduce parking charges at Cantley Park in this year’s budget, despite major pressure on the council’s finances.
10 Feb 2025
Winnersh
MP and Councillors attend opening of the Wokingham Chapter of Hindu Youth Organisation
Clive Jones, MP and Lib Dem councillors were delighted to attend the opening day of the Wokingham chapter of Hindu Swayamsevak Sangh (HSS), a Hindu Youth Organisation, at the Forest School, Winnersh.
7 Feb 2025
WBC
From the Chamber: Upcoming assessment of Adult Social Care
Wokingham Adult Social Care is currently undergoing an assessment by the CQC, and they will be present on site in early March 2025. We are well prepared for the site visit and this is an opportunity to celebrate what we do in Wokingham.
5 Feb 2025
Winnersh
Carrying on Paul's good work
Thursday is the day of the Winnersh by-election. It’s happening because Paul Fishwick, the Lib Dem borough councillor for the ward, died before Christmas. Those of us who served with Paul are determined to continue his good work.
3 Feb 2025