May 26th, 2009 by Geoff Date
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UKIP - I could not believe the recent leaflet which attacks the recent MP expenses debacle. This is a party who one of its MEPs, Ashley Mote was jailed for benefit fraud.
Its Leader, Nigel Farage, MEP, has just boasted that his expenses total £2million.
Delivering - Whilst, delivering a couple of days ago, a garden gnome belched when I walked past it!!
The Labour leaflet attacks DCC regarding Rushbrook, can I remind them that when the decision was made the County Council was run by a coalition of Lib Dems, Conservatives, Labour and Independents. Only 1 Independent voted against the proposal.
On Sunday, the editorial in the Observer advised voters to vote Lib Dem.
On Wednesday (3rd) a letter in the Totnes Times suggest ignoring my call not to vote Green or Labour because it might let the Tories in. The writer says my majority is so large it is safe to do so. The last election took place at the same time as the General Election, with a large turnout. This time, I expect the turnout to halve, so my call is meaningful.
May 25th, 2009 by Geoff Date
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There will be County Council elections on the 4th June 2009. On the same day will be European Elections.
Cllr Geoff Date has anounce that he has been selected to stand again for the Liberal Democrats. He said “I have been proud to represent the electors of Totnes Rural, and if the electors want me, I will be happy to represent them again.”
May 24th, 2009 by Geoff Date
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Recently KEVICCs produced the musical “Hair”. Said Cllr Geoff Date “It was a superb performance. The students were professional and joyful, It was a pleasure to watch.”
May 24th, 2009 by Geoff Date
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I was privileged to see “Showstoppers” at the Totnes Civic Hall last night (23/05/09), performed by TAODS. It was a really professional performance and really enjoyable.
I know it is invidious to select favourites because they were all so good. But I loved “No matter what” performed by the Totnes equivalent of “Boyzone” (?) Bras were thrown on the stage, I had to prevent by wife throwing hers! I also loved Dancing Queen (Mama Mia), and Cell Block Tango (Chicago) who as well as singing brilliantly, were very sexy (am I allowed to say that).
It was an incredible evening. Please go an see this excellent Totnes group, they are on stage again, in the Panto “Robinson Crusoe” in January(/) 2010.
January 25th, 2009 by Geoff Date
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I listen to a fascinating “Desert Island Discs” on Radio 4, last week. The subject was Vince Cable, the Lib Dem’s shadow Chancellor of the Exchequer. I found I had something in common with him. Ballroom Dancing, I believe that he holds an international award, unfortunately, I am bronze medal (failed).
25/01/09.
January 25th, 2009 by Geoff Date
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Week after week, Nick Clegg, Lib Dem leader, has been holding the Prime Minister to account on the issues that really matter to the British people.
Fuel Poverty
Calling for action to help those facing a terrible choice this winter - heating or eating.
The Economy
On Northern Rock, the 10p tax rate and government inefficiency, Nick has been attacking the unfairness of Labour’s approach.
The Armed Forces
Fighting for decent housing and welfare for our troops and citizenship for the brave Gurkha soldiers.
Civil Liberties
Opposing the surveillance state, ID cards ans 42 day detention without charge.
Housing Crisis
Demanding help for those who face losing their homes.
25/01/09
January 25th, 2009 by Geoff Date
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At the recent precept meeting of Totnes Town Council, it was a proposal by Cllr Geoff Date that reduced the Council Tax increase to 2.7%. The Town Council normally uses 50% of the income of the Paige Adams Charity (which it controls) to give grants or reduce the council tax. This year the council was in a miserly mood when in gave out grants, so there was still approx. £2500 not used. Cllr Geoff Date proposed that the money be used to reduce the council tax in this recessionary climate. The Council agreed.
25/01/09.
January 25th, 2009 by Geoff Date
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“Vince Cable is the oracle. The nation’s favorite guru for the recession.” Interview in the Times, 10/10/09.
“Credit cards are one of the most expensive ways to borrow money and encouraging the use of them for arrears could make a tough situation even worse” Lib Dem shadow Housing Minister, Sarah Tether MP, on the fact that housing tenants are now being pushed to pay arrears by credit cards, The Times, 10/10/09.
“He is a radical Liberal. that is not the same as being a Conservative.” Clegg Anniversary Quotes, The Guardian, 1//12/08.
“Mr Clegg has established himself, unchallenged, at the head of his party…. Overall Mr Clegg has laid a promising foundation. We look forward to his second year.” Clegg Anniversary Quotes, The Independent, 18/12/08.
August 5th, 2008 by Geoff Date
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BOUNDARY COMMISSION
Following the publication of the Boundary Commissions first thoughts, Cllr
Geoff Date stated “ I support the Boundary Commission’s main recommendation for a Unitary Devon. My reasons for this are that I would hate to see the Education Service, Social Services and Highways split into 4 unitarys, with 4 Chief Executives, 4 Directors of Education, etc. Also I like the idea of 29? Neighbourhood Boards, with Budgets of around £200,000. These boards would include parish councillors.
The new unitary authority would mean a reduction in Council Tax. Just think about it, the savings that would be made. As all the Districts would go we would save on 8 Chief Executives and their PA, etc., 8 Treasurers, 8 Chief Planning Officers, etc. and of course, the allowances of approx. 300 district councillors.
12.07.08
