As a passionate believer in the Union, I have travelled to Scotland this week to help the No campaign in the Scottish referendum. Together, the constituent parts of the UK punch well above their weight on the world stage and have a proud history of achievement in so many many fields. I hope our family of nations stays together for many years to come. (Photo with Mike and Debbie from Better Together, campaigning in Edinburgh).
To mark the centenary of the start of World War I, a number of events have been taking place in Burpham and Guildford to remember the contribution made by Surrey residents to the war effort, including a service at Guildford Cathedral and floral tributes at St.Luke’s Church. Further information on how Burpham is commemorating the start of the war can be found at Burpham 1914.
In Guildford there is an Centenary exhibition of war memorabilia on display, including items belonging to Surrey service personnel, which is free of charge and open until the end of August.
The Burpham Neighbourhood Forum is currently consulting on its draft Neighbourhood Plan for the future of Burpham. Consultation runs for six weeks until 14th July 2014. This important document will help shape the future of development in Burpham. If you have strong views on planning, housing, community uses or the environment in Burpham you should make your views known by responding to the consultation. Please click here to visit the Burpham Neighbourhood Forum website and take part in the consultation.
Christian J Holliday
