From the chamber: Decarbonising transport
In July 2021 the government published its Transport Decarbonisation Plan (TDP) which sets out what needs to be done to achieve net zero emissions across all modes of transport by 2050.
24 Aug 2023
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LOOKING TO THE FUTURE
One of the things that gives politics a bad name is the reluctance of those in positons of authority to think long-term. All too often, decisions are made for short-term convenience rather than with an eye to the future.
24 Aug 2023
PROTECTING THOSE WHO NEED HELP THE MOST
Most of us would agree that councils should prioritize helping those who most need help.
15 Aug 2023
Prime Minister, don’t interfere with 20mph speed limits urges Wokingham councillor
THE GOVERNMENT should not “interfere” with road rules, a leading councillor has said – after the prime minister threatened to end 20mph speed limit zones and low traffic neighbourhoods.
15 Aug 2023
By-election in Wescott East
Due to the resignation of a newly elected Conservative Wokingham Town Councillor, there is a by-election being held on Thursday August 24th. Find out more about our candidate Louise Timlin here.
15 Aug 2023
FUNDING BOOST FOR ELECTRIC VEHICLE CHARGEPOINT EXPANSION
Plans to make owning and driving an electric vehicle more convenient in Wokingham Borough have received significant investment from the Government.
12 Aug 2023
FROM THE CAMPAIGN TRAIL: Support is needed for the 14,7000 households in Wokingham hit by rising mortgages
Mortgage rates have reached their highest levels for 15 years, surpassing the peak in the aftermath of the disastrous Liz Truss/Kwarteng budget supported by our MP John Redwood.
12 Aug 2023
FROM THE CHAMBER: The New Local Plan – an update
Since May 2022, the Liberal Democrat led Council has continued lobbying the Government on Housing numbers for the Borough.
12 Aug 2023
Clive
Former Conservative councillor calls for Wokingham to vote for Lib Dem candidate Clive Jones at next general election
A former Conservative councillor has given his backing to the Liberal Democrat parliamentary candidate for Wokingham
12 Aug 2023