I am conscious that I haven't posted on my Blog since October … unfortunately I had some health issues and I had to take a little time out for myself. However, I am now getting back in the saddle which means I will be starting my Blogging again … and if all goes to plan … Continue reading A little common sense goes a long way …
Author: Amanda Dodwell
I am a Councillor on Leighton Linslade Town Council and Central Bedfordshire Council. I am Deputy Leader of LLTC, and Deputy Executive Member for Familes, Education and Children.
On LLTC I chair the Cultural and Economic Committee, and the Personnel Committee.
On CBC I chair the Coporate Parenting Panel, and sit on both the Fostering and Adoption panels.
I have a particular interest in children with disabilities and special needs, and disadvantaged young people. As the mum of a son with ASD I believe I can use my first-hand experience to help my residents and help drive Council policy in this area.
This week on social media …
There have been two hot topics on local social media sites this week. Firstly, there have been accusations flying around that I – together with my colleagues representing LB South ward on CBC – have been trying to block Councillors from other Leighton Buzzard and Linslade wards from ‘calling in’ planning applications for scrutiny by … Continue reading This week on social media …
My week – week ending 28 September
I have decided to change the format of these posts - rather than being a simple review of meetings etc, I will also include issues that have come up during the past 7 days. One of the biggest issues over the past 7 days has been the congestion around the town - not just in … Continue reading My week – week ending 28 September
The stark choice we will be facing in a General Election …
In all likelihood, we will have a General Election at some point in the very near future. When that time comes, the choice facing the electorate will not be about the normal domestic issues – health, education, welfare and so on – it will be dominated by Brexit, and underpinning this will be a decision … Continue reading The stark choice we will be facing in a General Election …
What can I really say about the current state of national politics?
My husband has stopped watching Question Time as he claims it is not doing his blood pressure any good - I think he has a point. I don't think it matters what side of the Brexit argument you might be on, the current political crisis goes way beyond how anyone voted in 2016, and I … Continue reading What can I really say about the current state of national politics?
My Summer …
It is just over 2 months since my last blog post ... and whilst things have been relatively quiet locally, the same cannot be said of national politics (more of that on a separate post). Like many of you, my son has been off School for the past 6 weeks, and I have enjoyed a … Continue reading My Summer …
Boris, Brexit and …
For the past month or 2, the Brexit debate has been over-shadowed by the Conservative leadership elections. It has been a brief respite from the issue that has dominated the headlines for over 3 years - although it is true that the leadership race has revolved very much around the candidates' position on Brexit. As … Continue reading Boris, Brexit and …
My weeks – for the 2 weeks up to 13 July
Unfortunately last week's post didn't happen - not sure where the time went! Some of the key points from the last 2 weeks: On Monday 1st July, I attended a briefing on Children's Services at Chicksands, and the LLTC Personnel Sub-committee in the evening. On Tuesday 2nd July, I attended a meeting looking at improving … Continue reading My weeks – for the 2 weeks up to 13 July
My week – week ending 29 June 2019
On Monday I attended LLTC Full Council. Items included the renewal of the town's 'Fairtrade status', and the adoption of an environmental ambitions statement. On Thursday I had a briefing with the Director of Children's Services, and a further briefing in preparation for the Children's Service OSC meeting. On Friday I attended an induction meeting … Continue reading My week – week ending 29 June 2019
Letter to LBO – 25 June 2019
Dear EditorI am writing in response to Mr Parker’s letter in last week’s LBO. Whilst I will not attempt to address his concerns regarding the TV license, he raises several issues that are more local – parking, new housing and doctors’ surgeries. Mr Parker states there is ‘nowhere to park in Leighton Buzzard’. I do … Continue reading Letter to LBO – 25 June 2019
