Bus service cuts have left residents stranded – MP
North Cornwall’s MP, Dan Rogerson, has met with residents in the West Park area of Egloshayle as part of the campaign to have the local loop bus service reinstated. Buses which previously took West Park residents to town shops and services, ceased to serve the area two years ago, leaving residents with only a supermarket ‘hoppa’ service to get around on. The local MP says that may undermine shops in Wadebridge. Mr Rogerson has been working... Read More
Lib Dem hopefuls bid for Cornish support
Liberal Democrat leadership hopefuls Nick Clegg and Chris Huhne visited Cornwall this weekend to bid for local party members’ support. The visit came as North Cornwall’s MP, Dan Rogerson, signalled his support for Nick Clegg. Mr Clegg enjoys support from some of the party’s newest and brightest MPs like Julia Goldsworthy and Willie Rennie and senior figures like Paul Tyler and Paddy Ashdown. Both candidates made brief speeches and took questions... Read More
MPs disappointed after ministerial meeting
Following a meeting with the fire minister today, Cornish MPs have expressed their disappointment that the Government will not be taking action to address the current threat to fire cover in Cornwall. The Minister, Parmjit Dhanda MP, said that he will not be providing any additional money to solve the historic inadequate funding from successive Conservative and Labour Governments. This is despite the unique geographical and seasonal pressures faced by fire services... Read More
MPs condemn ‘Catastrophic failure’ at HMRC
Cornwall’s five MPs have condemned what they have called a ‘catastrophic failure at the heart of government’. Read More
Climate friendly parish celebrates birthday
St Endellion Parish has celebrated its first year as a Climate Friendly Parish this week. The Parish came together at a special dinner at the Edge Restaurant in Port Issac, where St Endellion will received the Village Hall Insulation Award from Community Energy Plus. The Parish aims to reduce its carbon emissions by 5% each year. Local Liberal Democrat MP, Dan Rogerson joined residents to speak at the event and congratulate the parish on their success. ... Read More
Action needed on bunk house disorder
North Cornwall’s MP, Dan Rogerson, this morning (Friday) met with residents of Trebarwith Crescent, Newquay, following complaints about anti-social behaviour from guests at local bunk houses. The hotels typically attracted older guests and families. These have since been converted into high volume cheap accommodation. They often play host to large groups in stag and hen parties. Residents have witnessed people urinating in the streets and are frequently... Read More
MP welcomes street trading crackdown
North Cornwall’s MP, Dan Rogerson, has welcomed news that street traders in Padstow have been prosecuted. Commenting, he said: “I have been working with the police and the District Council to see this problem tackled. “Street traders evade business rates and can flout health and safety regulations. Legitimate shopkeepers have to bear the burden of both. Street trading is therefore both unfair and illegal. “I welcome any... Read More
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