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Part of the Hertfordshire Health Jigsaw - But Shouldn't We be Looking at Ways to Deliver Services Closer to Patient's Homes?

News from Rickmansworth Liberal Democrats - Three Rivers, a Lib Dem Run Council

We have had a temporary reprieve from the Station Road Closure but it will operate again from 8.00pm on Saturday 16th January to 5.00am on Monday 8th February. Access for pedestrians will be maintained at all times via the western walk way. Part of Victoria Close will be closed from 6th January to 14th April to accommodate the construction of the bridge deck. The subway will remain open for pedestrian access. The 24hr Helpline is 0343 222 2424 ……………………………………………………………………. Serves U Right -Some Good News. At long last we have had a response from the person managing the premises, and he has agreed to our request to clear up/clean up the front of the shop which has looked really scruffy for months. We are told this work will be done next week ! Could this have anything to do with the planning application on these premises, 151 High Street and 149 next door, to change the use from Class A1 (shop) to Cl.A3 restaurant and café ? The application is 15/2536/FUL and can be seen on Three Rivers District Council

Lib Dem Leader Tim Farron: Prime Minister is putting internal party strife above what’s best for Britain

Commenting on the Prime Minister's announcement that Government Ministers will be able to campaign on both sides of the European referendum campaign, Liberal Democrat Leader Tim Farron said David Cameron needed to show the 'courage of his convictions'.

Green Option - Disposing of your Christmas Tree & Cards

Residents can still recycle their real Christmas tree at any of Herts County Council's Household Waste Recycling Centres. In Dacorum these are located in Eastman Way in Hemel Hempstead and in Northbridge Road in Berkhamsted. Residents are reminded not to leave their trees at any of the borough's other recycling sites, as this will be treated as fly-tipping.

Cynical Electioneering Mars Police & Crime Commissioner Elections

Liberal Democrats have dismissed the current Hertfordshire Police and Crime Commissioner's proposals to reduce his council tax precept as 'cynical electioneering'. Speaking for the Liberal Democrat Group Chris White said: 'What a surprise. With elections for the Police and Crime Commissioner position only weeks away, we suddenly find he has put round a letter saying how marvellous he is and a suggested financial sweetener. 'This sort of activity can only make the public even more cynical about politicians. 'What we need to hear about is a budget to secure adequate policing in Hertfordshire. I doubt very much that cutting the already squeezed funding is likely to help the public feel safer.'