21/06/2026
Sunday Summary: Unconventional Routes & Big Debates 📱🏛️
Thinking back on how things get done, I have come to realise that sometimes unconventional means get the absolute best outcomes. Personally, I really don’t like emails and try to avoid them unless absolutely necessary.
In these modern times, a quick message in a WhatsApp group can often get a faster, better result for residents than a formal chain.
The Committee Rundown
It’s been a week heavily focused on committees, but the multiple briefings beforehand really paid off.
Health Scrutiny
This ran incredibly well and flowed nicely. Members truly got their chance to dive into the details. And although the preparatory reading was quite repetitive, the actual committee meeting was anything but (well, except for Cllr Greatorex, but he openly admitted that!).
Corporate Committee
We held a scoping session for this year’s work, and it is crystal clear that LGR (Local Government Reorganisation) is going to be the dominant theme.
The Reality of Local Government Reorganisation (LGR)
What makes the LGR issue frustrating is that we still don't know exactly what the final picture is going to look like. While we were starting to build up some confidence regarding which options would likely be picked, events elsewhere have completely knocked that confidence.
Many residents naturally say "No to LGR." However, if it is delivered correctly, the reality is not as simple as that. That being said—if central government decides to play games and do what is politically expedient instead of making the right decision for our communities, then I am afraid I will be right there joining the "No to LGR" crowd.
Brother in law has spent all day in this glorious weather, doing a bbq for the whole family. Still haven't asked him if this is the perfect father's day, or just work.
As always, cheers! 🍻 Have a lovely evening everyone, the work continues.
