Full Council report back
Your Liberal Democrat councillors report back on December's full council meeting, held on 9th December 2009.
Your Liberal Democrat councillors report back on December's full council meeting, held on 9th December 2009.
Cllr David Kendall has made a speech at December's full council meeting following the dire financial situation where the Tory-controlled council's accounts have not been signed off, £633K of taxpayers money has been misplaced and the council received a "1" rating for the use of resources.
A shocking report from the Audit Commission and other bodies puts Brentwood Borough Council as the lowest rated district or borough council in Essex and amongst the twelve worst in the country.
BRENTWOOD Council has been branded the worst performing council in Essex by an independent report.
The Leader is trying to defend the indefensible and put a brave face on the situation but even she cannot escape the fact that this Council's finances are in a serious mess and her administration has to accept the lion's share of the blame.
Lib Dem Leader Cllr David Kendall has expressed anger and disappointment over the news that Essex County Council is not planning to offer any compensation to Brentwood retailers who have lost significant business during the recent High Street refurbishments.
Liberal Democrats have passed new policy to stand up for bereaved families and kinship carers, so more young people can grow up in a loving, stable home.
We are committed to tackling the challenges facing our music industry head-on. By doing so, we can maintain the UK’s reputation as a global leader in music, while giving future generations the chance to share in its success.
The Liberal Democrats are committed to rebuilding the trust and compassion that the UK was once known for. We believe that our country has a responsibility to support those in need, no matter where they are in the world.