MP visits Bodmin businesses
Dan Rogerson MP (centre) with Richard Bower MBE (left) and Lesley Bower (right) of Jute Expo South West on Walker Lines Industrial Estate The Government’s VAT cut is ‘no help’ to local business, according to North Cornwall’s MP, Dan Rogerson. His comments follow a visit to Bodmin’s Walker Lines Industrial Estate, where the MP made surprise calls on traders to hear how the ‘credit crunch’ has affected them. Among those... Read More
County to reform Padstow parking
Traders’ representative Neil Robinson (left), Dan Rogerson MP (centre) and Councillor Vivian (right) examine parking problems in Padstow Cornwall County Council has pledged to reform parking arrangements in Padstow, following pressure from the Town Council, traders and local MP, Dan Rogerson. Mr Rogerson met this week with Councillor Vivian (Padstow Town Council) and Neil Robinson (representing traders) to examine the problems and discuss possible solutions.... Read More
‘No’ to nuclear waste in Cornwall – MPs
Proposals to bring nuclear waste to Cornwall have been described as ‘absurd and irresponsible’ by Cornish MPs. Cornwall County Council’s Lib Dem-led Executive rejected the plans some time ago, but some councillors have asked that the issue be reconsidered. The Government attempts to persuade local Councils into accepting the waste by offering extra money to authorities which allow the dangerous radioactive material to be stored in their areas.... Read More
