The Liberal Democrat leadership at Wokingham Borough Council has decided not to introduce parking charges at Cantley Park in this year’s budget, despite major pressure on the council’s finances.
Clive Jones, MP and Lib Dem councillors were delighted to attend the opening day of the Wokingham chapter of Hindu Swayamsevak Sangh (HSS), a Hindu Youth Organisation, at the Forest School, Winnersh.
Wokingham Adult Social Care is currently undergoing an assessment by the CQC, and they will be present on site in early March 2025. We are well prepared for the site visit and this is an opportunity to celebrate what we do in Wokingham.
Thursday is the day of the Winnersh by-election. It’s happening because Paul Fishwick, the Lib Dem borough councillor for the ward, died before Christmas. Those of us who served with Paul are determined to continue his good work.
It is that time of year where we at Wokingham Borough Council are setting the budget for next year. So far, our budget for next year has been through a series of reviews.
When you try to achieve something, it always seems a good idea to think about the likely consequences. What would success look like?
Unfortunately, many myths about planning, and especially Wokingham’s new local plan, are being propagated at present for party political purposes.
Wokingham Borough Council, as many of you know, receives the lowest level of core revenue support from central government of any council in England with its range of responsibilities.
One of the council’s key functions is “Overview and Scrutiny” (O&S), an essential yet often overlooked aspect of local governance. It plays a vital part in ensuring effective decision-making and accountability within the council.