 As an experienced parish councillor who has been committed to improving our local area, yet finding the way frequently blocked by the three major political parties that are supposed to be working in your best interests on the borough council, I have decided to challenge for a seat and take our local issues and local concerns to the very heart of the problem by removing and replacing one of the main three parties councillors in so that we may have a voice that will be heard and force the issue of what we REALLY want for our village and community. There are between 6,000 - 7,000 voters in our village, with a very high employment level. We mostly all live in homes that are Rate / Community Charge Bands C – E, which mean we contribute a far higher amount per person to East Staffordshire Borough Council and Staffordshire County Council than many other wards in the area, particularly Burton upon Trent. Yet, when it comes to Road Safety, Policing and Grants we always seem to be at the back of the queue. In my opinion and the opinion of my parish, Stretton does not get value for money. I pledge to challenge this situation and get the things done that we need in our village. I will also, Encourage the Council to be more open and accountable to its ratepayers. Try to get more public debate on major developments and issues Campaign to stop political correctness in all its forms. Oppose the creation of “Silly Non Jobs “ Only support policies that offer good value, common sense as well as those which benefit Stretton. Thank you for looking at our website, do try to vote on Thursday, 14th. February 2008 and please consider, VOTING FOR ME. BRIAN BUXTON. - POPULAR ALLIANCE
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