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 Topic: NewsThe new items published under this topic are as follows.British Telecom to Remove PayphonesThis week British Telecom has written to the District Councils across Cornwall indicating that they will be removing a large number of payphones from the region, citing the costs of maintenance, vandalism and money collection as reasons. Councils have until mid- July to submit objections to the plans. BT has also announced they will remove a number of payphones which are within 400 metres of another one, without consultation. CORNWALL COUNCIL’S LEADER AND CHAIRMAN ARE RE-ELECTED - DID NO ONE ELSE STAND?David Whalley has been re-elected as the Leader of Cornwall Council. BRETON COURT BANS 'ANTI-TEEN' DEVICEIn addition to being an irritating insect that sucks blood, 'the mosquito' is also an ultra sonic deterrent of young people under the age of 25 years, and for many youths, the device can be as much of a nuisance as any insect! Success stories spotlighted at Cornwall Business AwardsAn organic baby clothing company from the Lizard Peninsula has tonight been crowned Cornwall’s Business of the Year, as the Cornwall Business Awards shone the spotlight on success stories throughout the region. Business champions revealedSuccess stories spotlighted at Cornwall Business Awards An organic baby clothing company from the Lizard Peninsula has been crowned Cornwall’s Business of the Year, as the Cornwall Business Awards shone the spotlight on success stories throughout the county. Invitation to comment on Trevenson proposalsCamborne residents and businesses are being invited by English Partnerships, the national regeneration agency, to have their say about proposals to develop the Trevenson Road Implementation Plan. Confusion over Child Work PermitsLack of awareness among SW businesses and parents alike Many Westcountry businesses and parents are confused about employment rules for 13-16 year-olds, a decade after new regulations were introduced, says regional insurer Cornish Mutual. DEVONWALL POLICE" - COMMITTED TO CORNISH LANGUAGE & CORNWALL?The Celtic League has focused its campaign for more Celtic cultural and linguistic commitment from the police services which serve the Celtic countries onto the force which serves Cornwall - The Devon and Cornwall Constabulary. CSW - ATTEMPT TO FURTHER DISSIPATE CORNISH CULTURAL IDENTITYThe Celtic League Secretary General, Rhisiart Tal-e-bot, has echoed criticisms from the Cornish Branch about the 'Culture South West' (CSW) proposals. Skin cancer - get your moles checked on 10th MaySkin cancer experts at the dermatology unit at the Royal Cornwall Hospital in Truro are once again encouraging people look after their skin and to come forward for spot checks on unusual moles and skin blemishes at a drop-in clinic during Sun Awareness Week. NO ST GEORGE'S FLAG ON WIMPEY'S CORNISH SITES!In what was initially greeted as yet another attempt to force English patriotism and imperialism on Cornwall has surprisingly turned out to be a PR oversight and the company has written to Cornish campaigner Phillipa Mills apologising for any offence caused. In addition the housing developers, who are one of the largest housebuilders in the UK and have a number of sites in Cornwall, have promised to "withdraw the press release" and to issue another one containing an apologising." ST PIRAN'S DAY CAMPAIGN GOES ONNewspapers in Cornwall have now widely reported on the League's campaign to encourage all town councils in Cornwall to give their employees an annual public holiday for St Piran's Day on the 5th March. Does One Cornwall need more councillors? Cllr David Whalley thinks not...The new council for Cornwall is on course to start in less than a year. Much of the work in setting up the council is going smoothly with councillors and officers from the seven existing councils working closely together. Rural Affordable Housing – Rosemullion Homes joins the debateA Cornish housebuilder has submitted its thoughts on increasing the delivery of affordable housing in rural areas to Truro and St Austell MP, Matthew Taylor. KERNOW - CENSUS ONS OBSTINACY CONTINUESDozens of letters have now been sent to the Office of National Statistics (ONS) and other bodies and parliamentary representatives by the Celtic League, in an attempt to influence the decision to include a Cornish tick box on the 2011 Census form. However, the ONS are continuing to obstinately pursue the same tired argument much to the increasing frustration of campaigners. Below is a brief synopsis to date, by the General Secretary of the League, of where the campaign stands at the moment. Our Coast and Public Health Conference 29 - 30 AprilThis is a biennial conference focusing on sustainable coastal communities in the South West, is taking place at the University of Plymouth on 29th and 30th April 2008. Ł1,000 PRIZE FOR YOUNG CORNISH FILM AND TV MAKERSYoung people in Cornwall are being urged to speak out about the major issues affecting the South West, and consequently the globe, and local young film makers will be in with the chance to win Ł1,000 for their efforts. Council supports the dualling of the A30Cornwall Council has passed a motion to support the dualling of the A30 from Carland Cross to Chiverton roundabout, in addition to the required improvement work at Temple, on Bodmin Moor. TOO MANY HOUSES PLANNED FOR THE ST AUSTELL AREAEco-town proposal has bypassed the democratic process KEEP YOUR RUBBISH ENGLAND!As Plymouth City Council in England announced their decision to dump their rubbish in a disused quarry in Cornwall this week, protesters from Wales took their campaign to Brussels in an attempt to stop Liverpool City Council in England from dumping their rubbish in a disused quarry in Wales. |
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British Telecom to Remove Payphones Heroes who risked lives honoured A man from Cornwall who stopped an armed man is among 10 people honoured for bravery. No jail term for speeding officer A policeman who lied about a high speed chase when he was caught speeding is spared a prison sentence. CORNWALL COUNCILÂ’S LEADER AND CHAIRMAN ARE RE-ELECTED - DID NO ONE ELSE STAND? David Whalley has been re-elected as the Leader of Cornwall Council. BRETON COURT BANS 'ANTI-TEEN' DEVICE In addition to being an irritating insect that sucks blood, 'the mosquito' is also an ultra sonic deterrent of young people under the age of 25 years, and for many youths, the device can be as much of a nuisance as any insect! Jobs to go at light manufacturer Employees at a lighting manufacturers in Cornwall are told 40 of them will lose their jobs next month. 'Tombstone' plunge man paralysed A man who suffered spinal injuries after taking part in a suspected "tombstoning" stunt is likely to be paralysed. Cyclist badly hurt in crash dies A cyclist dies in hospital after being badly injured in a collision in Cornwall at the weekend. |
