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; risy from senior figures in the Labour • Party bears some comment. Recently, in response to the news that Alan Milburri


,, had agreed to advise the current coalition : government on social mobility, that Lord


; John Prescott (you know, the same John Prescott who said he would never sit in


: the House of Lords) called Mr Milburn a collaborator.


' ■ - ■ ■ : He was quickly joined by former Health


Secretary and Labour leadership con­ tender Andy Biimham, who also criticised Mr Milburn for helping the coalition. Let me remind readers that both these two individuals were members of Gordon


, Brown’s government, which less than' three years ago invited people from other


■ - political parties and none to join a “gov­ ernment of all the talents”. How come it is okay for a Labour government to involve people from other parties, yet seemingly - : a heinous crime for a member of the La-


■ hour Party to assist a government of an­ other colour?-


■ ■ This, I am afraid, is typical of the most : tribal of all political parties in this coun-


■ try. Countless examples exist of Labour . hypocrisy. I will give you just one more. ■ The Labour shadow cabinet has taken . a decision to oppose the Bill to allow the holding of a referendum on a change in the voting system from first past the post to the Alternative Vote, yet this was a La­ bour manifesto commitment. Why have


; they decided to oppose the Bill? Sheer political opportunism. Tliis is nothing new from Labour. Nine­


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' Democrat benches in opposition to the i then John Major-led Conservative gov- r ernment, the Labour Party Whips would ; instruct their MPs not to suppiort Liberal ; Democrat motions or amendments to motions.


; >: Not because they opposed the content of the amendments or motions (we always niade sure then that anything we tabled . did not compromise Labour policy), but


simply because it was proposed by the Liberal Democrats. ' Some things never change; Labour ar­


rogance and self-serving hypocrisy being twoofthem.


. MICHAELCARR,


Former Liberal-Democrat MP for the Ribble Valley


.. sitting comfortably in his new Deputy Speaker role in our House of Commons, but he knows as well as anyone how close :■ he came to losing that seat to Tony John- - : - son, barely getting 26,000 more votes than -


: the Independent candidate in May’s farci-: cal election. I personally thought that minor setback


would certainly not see the end to Tony Johnson as a political heavyweight in British politics, as countless memorable appearances on “Question Time”, “An- <


V drew Marr’s Political Hole in the Wall’’ and “Lee Nelson’s WelLGood Show” ' ' would seem to suggest.


' ' ' i; The hotbed of his thriving political “


;, mind was his website, which heralded the> ' .' famous tag line of “English arid proud of ?' it”. To iriy bewilderment, I recently dis-S>v


- After, much consideration, I believe


- that it was no accident but a shamefol ex- : ample of a quite brilliant politician hav­ ing his platform to preach to the masses


removed by the,“political correctness brigade” ■ Sure, he may have used colourfuHan- guage when referring to members of dif­ ferent backgrounds, but he is the result of


I can't hear Tony NIGEL “Expenses’! Evans MP may be: ^


a different, less tolerant and better time. Tony JohnsonTs the one person who needs to make his voice heard again.


NAME AND ADDRESS SUPPLIED Gonfusion on AV


' AFTER reading your piece about the lo­ cal Tory Party position on the Alternative


• Vote referendum I felt I had to write, as they appear a little confused. The AV system uses the exact same


constituencies as the “first past the post” system and produces a constituency MP in the same way. What Coun. Hind may be thinking of is Proportional Representation, which is


, something different but is what we should be having the referendum on, as it would actually produce a parliament that re- fiecls the people’s wishes. ■ Coun. Hind says that with AV we can


have a situation of “constituencies elect­ ing everyone’s second choice”, but with the current system it is possible to elect the majority’s third or fourth choice, not exactly an ideal solution! Finally, without wishing to point out the


“bleedin’ obvious”, we have a coalition government right now which does not ap­ pear weak and is getting on with the job of governing the country in an extremely strong manner. Perhaps Coun. Hind thinks a system


where 36% of the vote makes you the winner is the best way to elect a govern­ ment, but it seems very strange to me! COUN DAVE BERRYMAN, Liberal-Democrat


teen years ago when I sat on the Liberal Selfish statements


IT’S a pity that the Conservative spokes-. men for the Ribble Valley, Couns. Atkin­ son and Hind, did not do the right thing and ask the voters of the Ribble Valley, ■


, what they wanted before issuing such triv­ ial statements on what they wanted in the way people voted in this country. They have stated that they were op­


posed to anything that would change the way people vote, or not vote, when • it comes to the proposed referendum on electoral reform, stating that any reform would upset the present system. Is that


not what reform is all about - changine it for the best?


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The present system does not show what the voters really want, with more people


m most cases voting against the winner than for.


; V -Take for instance the case in the last general election in the Ribble Valley. The Conservative choice, Nigel Evans


•


tor other parties and over 25,000 did not "’^king a grand total of over


45,000 voters that did not want the Con-


servatives representing them in the Rib­ ble Valley. , Fairer systems are used in many other


countries that show a much better wav that the populace want to run their coun­ try and they should all be presented to the


people in any future referendum.


'Hie present system is totally antiquated most supporters of it do so because


They know any fairer system would fail their candidates.


Coming out with selfish statements just


covered the site had been taken'down- V from our internet.


shows cpntempt for the ordinary people on the street by old and somewhat disil­ lusioned people who would do better to be put out to grass.


ly wants a new fairer system then thev should make it known to everyone all the


If the Conservative Government tru-


other systems that are used in the world and let the populace decided. ' I i ifi ,,^o n lo ebell,


had over 20,000 votes, which looks well’ 20,000 voters voted against him


Iduncan.smith@eastlancsnews.co.uk Fo llow th ed eb a te a twww.clitheroeadvertiser.co.uk Stop lead thefts!


MAY I through the letters column ask all to watch out for your neighbours. The details are not being reported, but


“gangs” of thieves are stealing lead fi’ash-' ings from porches and roofs - they don’t


. even need a ladder to remove lead from your porch. ; - . ^


• In some cases they climb onto church


roofs at no thought for their own safety and that of anyone who may be passing by. In one area that I know of they acted


: in broad daylight wearing high visibility jackets; a near neighbour did see them “at work”. They had stripped all the lead flashing from the roofs by the time they had gone and he went out to take a look. The church that had its lead stripped


is surrounded by residential properties. That was done in darkness, but many are daytime robberies. They appeared


to be genuine workmen carrying out roof work. They are also going into backyards and


helping themselves to anything that can earn a few pounds. Have a lock fitted to back gates and if you genuinely cannot af­ ford one contact charitable organisations to ask for their help. May I suggest that if you see “work­


men”, you go out and maybe ask for their “card” or just phone the police if you think they don’t look “just right”. Watch how they put up the ladder; do thev do it with confidence or do they look like they are not too confident? The police would rather attend than thieves get away. An honest workman will be only too happy to give you any information you ask for. I am not suggesting anyone puts them­


selves in harm’s way, but we need to get back to the days when we all watched over each other.


Also, can I suggest that if anyone


knocks on the door of an elderly resident and tells you that your roof or gutters need work, that you thank them for their concern and tell them you have a relative who will fix it for you - and that goes for any work that is suggested by a doorstep tradesman.


'. Then ask a friend or.relative for help in getting the work done by a reputable local tradesman. Then there is account­ ability and hopefully some guarantee on the work carried out. Where I live we make each other aware


when we go away so we all watch each others’ property. I actually know one of my neighbours challenged someone who he felt looked suspicious who called while we were out. As it turned out the caller actually com­ plimented on how good it was that he was


challenged. He was genuine. Together we can make it a “no go” area


for a trend that is on the increase - lead and metal theft. ■ ' ;


NAME AND ADDRESS SUPl’LIED It's out of order!


DOES anyone else have the same prob- Icm with Ribble Valley Borough Coun- For over,three months now we have


tried to pay our council tax at the Ribble Valley Council offices in Church Walk, but tonoavail.


■ p ie re are staff behind the counter ..


waiting to collect the tax, but each time we go they maintain that the debit/eredit


car reader is “out of order”. ; So why are they paid by “us” to tell peo­


ple they cannot pay by debit card? Surely a simple notice on the window


would be adequate. Then the staff could be employed elsewhere, preferably col­ lecting litter from the streets of the town. If this problem is an I.T. problem, then


this could be rectified within 24 hours at the most, as in any’other reputable or­ ganisation.


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BILLINGTON


books and photo­ graphs. •


F r ie n d ly g u e s t At the August meet­ ing of Billington and Langho WI president Mrs Lil- ^ , lan Hargreaves wel- G a rd e n p a r ty corned guests from St Bartholmew’s gar- DownhamWI


Mr Dennis Walker, from the manufac­ turers of Fisher­ man’s Friend was the speaker and he brought with him a range of flavours of the well-known con­ fection. Many of the flavours were new to WI members as they were only avail­ able for export. Mr


den party will be held on Sunday,


plants and produce, tombola, cakes, good-as-new, toys and books, eheese and wine, raffle, plus many others.


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Walker entertained Refreshments will be the members with served during the his explanation of afternoon, how the sweets arc For further details or made, the history ‘ to donate items for of the company and amusing video clips of advertisements used in England and abroad.


A competition for a O p h n ia rc h in decorated contain- There is still time to


er was won by Mrs Jean Price. Birthday flowers were pre­ sented to Mrs Anne Osliffe.


Meetings are held in St. Mary’s Parish Centre, Langho, - at 7-45 p.m. on the


. second Tuesday of ■each month and new members are always welcome.


. Saturday from 10-30 a.m. to 1-30 p.m.


The service on Sunday in church at 10-45 a.m. will be taken by Mr Paul Carter.


At the tea and chat afte rn o o n next Thursday at 2 p.m. Dee Ellis will be the


C a f e b a r The cafe bar in Bill- ihgton Baptist Com­ munity Church will be open as usual on


get your applica­ tions in for a lit­


For more information visit the website; www.chippinghisto- ry.org.uk or contact 01772864289.


these various crafts were displayed, and it was agreed that all who attended were


ario Court­


bery were thanked by all for obtainini;


September5thfrom President Eileen 2 p.m. at the vicar- p,irker congratu ;e. Stalls to include


ing the visits.


445575. GRINDLETON 'on Wednesday to Next Sunday, at 2 p.m.


visit. Marion Court- S k a te p a rk ney and Olive Aw-


the Awards for All T ^m o bU grant and organis­


lated members who


castle and games for pggeant 90 at King children.


including a boun^cy Names were taken for


George’s Hall and the autumn council meeting in Preston.


sale, contact Bar­ bara on 61586, Liz on 61044 or Laura at Brabins shop on 61221.


will be on Septem­ ber 16lh when in­ spirational speaker, Pat Aseroft will tell of her adventures on a tall ship, cycling round Cuba and walking in Patago­ nia. This will be an


resources, which YoUfig fRriTlGrS- will .be awarded on Members of Gisburn September 20th


eracy scholarships consisting of money towards learning , ,


- to young persons embarking on a full-time course of education, and aged between 18 and


, 25 who live in the parishes of Chip- j ping,.Thornley-


GISBURN ,


Young Farmers’ Club travelled to Kingsway Vets in Skipton. Thanks were expressed to


.: w i th -W h e a tley and Leagram-with Bowland. At the trustee’s discretion consideration may be given to former, pupils of each of the The next meeting is a ' two schools which farm walk on Sep-


served the parishes, Brabins Endowed School and St. Mary’s RC School.


speaker. She will Applications should


past experiences as a Redcoat at But- lin’s Holiday Camp. Refreshments will be served and all are welcome. .


CHIPPING The next'informal ses- Members of Down H is to ry


, Local History So-. cicty. is on Sunday, ■September 5th in St


This is an opportunity irs to seek


. Mary’s Community Hall from 2 p.m. -


for visitors i information from members about lo­ cal and family his'-, tory issues. Access will be available to the archive, which contains census, graveyard and other records- together with old documents.


be speaking on her he submitted to the •


trustees, c/o John Stancliffe, 4 Brick- house Gardens, :.


Chipping, PR3 2.QG before September


. 13th. - DOWNHAM D e nm a n WI ■ '


Members Dan White, - Michael Ncwbould, Richard Hartley, Joseph Ormerod, Chris Thompson and Annabel Coar took part in the an-


Annabel Coar came 3rd judging scones and Dan White came 2nd overall. Well done.


sion of Chipping -ham WI heard of F am i ly GVGnt the Denman expe-The White Bull in Gis-


.,


. ouscourses, includ- , the family. . ing willow weaving, The cost is £8.50 for public speaking, computer stu d ­ ies; Sliver jewellery and fish


making cookerv. Samnles of


yelir entertained '- ‘.‘munching” from 4 everyone with their p.m. - there will be e.\periences on vari- lawn games for all


riences disclosed. burn Main Street is on members’ night when all those who had attended the WI Denman Col­ lege over the past


holding a “family hog roast” on Sat- urday.;!


The fun will .start at 2 p.m. and the


Kath for showing members round and giving an insight into the operations and after-care ani­ mals receive on the premisies. All mem­ bers enjoyed the visit very much.


tember 6th, mem bers to meet in Gis­ burn at 7-15 p.m.


WI Area Show, thus enabling Downham to win the cup for gaining most points 'or a small institute.


, some young people in Grindleton disap­ pointed last week.' skate


park, provided by The Grand, had to


be abandoned due to the inclement


other opportunity willheon.Senlem-TheskaJe^^^^^^^^^^^ The next meeting The ska!e oarkMIl be 1-1


gust 28th) from 2 to 4 p.m. - there will also be volleyball on - the cricket pitch.


same time as the Horticultural Show and organisers hope families will make it an afternoon out. Delicious afternoon teas will be served.


open meeting and A n n u a l ShOW all are welcome.


the first event since itwas launched-the village pavilioh.


Andy and The show takes place


nual Semple Trophy visitors from 2 p.m. competition where Even if you can’t enter


and free for the un- NeW prOjeCt der fives. For more A meeting took place details rinc 01200 -: at St Ambrose


adults, £5 for the five to 11-year-olds , ,


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_with Mandy Bren­ nan at Well House or take to the hall on the day. The plan is to have a tea tent this year and the skate park so fun for all the family is assured.


can you bake a cake for the afternoon teas or help set up or just come and support and have a look? You were all very generous last year donating cakes which can be left with Anne Huson at Stonehill House or


judging will take place between noon and 2 p.m. and the hah will be open to p p ||-y , ,e |, j„ . ''H


on Saturday in Grindleton CE School hall and schedules are now available for the various classes from flowers, floral art, vegetable and fruit, beverages, preserves, baking, photography and handier "icrafts as well as children’s classes. Entries should be taken to the hall between 9 a.m. and noon on the day,


Grindleton Horti­ cultural Show with renewed enthu­ siasm this year as there is now a major project and this is


to skate as the skate park will be com­ ing to St Ambrose School this Saturday (Au


munity room and replacement; for the changing rooms on the recreation ground. Forty vil- ■ lagers attended to see, the proposed


■ plans for Grindle­ ton Pavilion, which


ies, storage rooms, a kitchen and com-


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taken by-the Rev A. B.Roberson, of Preston, who-will continue his series on the Holy Bible. All are welcome.


HURST GREEN


will include toilet jp e a s u r e h u n t tand changing facih- Tonight is the WI short


A presentation on the plans, costs, funding streams and ideas for fund-raising events were high- E a r th q u a k e . : lighted and people As a response to the were encouraged terrible disaster in to add their support - Pakistan St. John’s and suggestions to Church; Hurst


■ munity room with the capacity to at­ tach a marquee for larger events..


the proposal. Anne Huson confirmed that Bowland Char­ itable Trust has agreed to match do­ nations and pledges


A call goes out to A working phrty is yet enter the annual to be established to


• scheme.


treasure hunt round Hurst Green fol­ lowed by a Jacob’s join supper. Please bring your own cut­ lery and crockery. Contact Barbara Herd on 826350 for details. •


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manage the project, but individuals have, already offered q . their skills and time r 3 n t 0


for everyone to get • involved in what will be a recreational and meeting facility available for use by groups and individ­ uals across the area and villagers are en­ couraged to spread the word to friends and neighbours to come along to the next meeting to be held on Thursday, September 16th at 7-30 p.m. in the Par­


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Blackpool, stepped _ in at the last minute S a fa r i Ship p er to take the service There is to be a safari at Harrop Fold Fel­ lowship. He.was


coffee stop is seriing free refreshments again on Monday, September 6th from 2 - 4-30 p.m. The usual nearly new clothes rail, books and much more on offer. All welcome.


children (under 14) from David Jacques 01254 878222 or the Rev. Gill Mack 01254826686


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