On Monday I attended a briefing meeting with officers in preparation for this week's Corporate Parenting Panel. On Monday evening I attended the Annual Meeting of LLTC - I was delighted to be confirmed as Deputy Leader of the Council, with Cllr Steve Jones being the Leader. Cllr David Bowater was appointed Mayor, and Cllr … Continue reading My week – week ending 25 May 2019
Author: Amanda Dodwell
European Elections – why I have not been campaigning
For the first time in over 30 years - during which time I have taken part in every local, national and European election - I am sitting out the campaign for this week's European Elections. It is not that I am worried about the inevitable hostile reception I would find on the doorstep - having … Continue reading European Elections – why I have not been campaigning
My week – week ending 18 May 2019
On Thursday I attended the Annual Meeting of Central Bedfordshire Council - this meeting is the start of the Council's year, with the new Chairman being appointed, and all other appointments to the Council (committee places, the Council's Executive and representatives to outside bodies) being confirmed. I was delighted to be appointed as Deputy Executive … Continue reading My week – week ending 18 May 2019
Supported lodgings for care leavers- #dutyofcare
Central Bedfordshire Council is looking for people who are prepared to offer supported lodging for young people leaving care. Can you help? Watch this video, and if you are interested in finding out how you can help care leavers, please contact me directly - amanda.dodwell@live.com https://videopress.com/v/Iy4xx4NQ
My week – week ending 11 May 2019
This week - as is the norm after elections - has been quiet with no formal meetings. After the 6 weeks of the election campaign, it has been a chance to catch up with some outstanding case work, and to meet with colleagues to plan for the year ahead. If you are are waiting to … Continue reading My week – week ending 11 May 2019
Looking back over the past 6 weeks …
Not wanting to state the obvious, but this has not been the easiest of election campaigns! I have been involved in more or less every election campaign - whether it be general or local elections, either as a candidate, an election agent or a volunteer - for the past 30 years, and this campaign is … Continue reading Looking back over the past 6 weeks …
My 8 years as a local Councillor …
It has been a privilege to represent the residents of Leighton Buzzard South on Central Bedfordshire Council, and the residents of Brooklands ward on the Town Council, since 2011. Of my achievements over the past 8 years, I consider my work to help individual residents to be the most important. While the bigger issues like … Continue reading My 8 years as a local Councillor …
Vote for LOCAL candidates on LOCAL issues
Having knocked on doors over the past month or so, I know many of you are still very frustrated at the continuing impasse over Brexit. I suspect like me you enjoyed a week or so off from this farce whilst MPs had their Easter break ... it is a pity they can't stay on their … Continue reading Vote for LOCAL candidates on LOCAL issues
Priorities for Leighton Buzzard – Policing
Since being elected as a Councillor in 2011, I have been at the forefront of the campaign for better Policing for Leighton Buzzard and Linslade. After years of lobbying both Labour and Conservative PCCs, we are seeing some progress, with additional officers promised within the coming months. https://videopress.com/v/rjSglb0g BBC Look East However, I will not … Continue reading Priorities for Leighton Buzzard – Policing
Traveller Sites
The number of traveller sites around Leighton Buzzard and problems arising from unauthorised encampments is clearly a very sensitive issue, but that does not mean we should shy away from it. Indeed, many of the concerns arise from an unwillingness to discuss the issue. It is a common feature of any community to have both … Continue reading Traveller Sites
