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The police crime panel meetings, in particular, underscore the gravity of this opacity. These gatherings are vital forums where the community should be informed about strategies to address crime, ensuring a collaborative effort between law enforcement and the public. However, without detailed records, residents are left in the dark about the discussions, decisions, and potentialContinue reading “Darkened Dialogues: The Enigma of Unrecorded Town Council Meetings”

In an ideal world, the need for CCTV would be non-existent, sparing us from the prying eyes of ‘Big Brother’ as we go about our daily business. However, we find ourselves in a less-than-perfect reality, a world where nefarious individuals think nothing of pilfering from us, assaulting us, and, on occasion, taking lives. Yes, evenContinue reading “Oswestry CCTV”

A Blast from the Past I thought, dear readers, it was high time to resurface the ineptocracy of local government in our beloved County of Shropshire, albeit it is a decade on, Omnipresent did not become aware of The Legacy Grant until 2018.; yet still hauntingly true. The Legacy Grant (Or when is a loanContinue reading “A Blast from the Past”

Shoplifting: Who Foots the Bill? I recently embarked on a shopping excursion to the Oswestry branch of Marks & Spencer. As is my routine, I parked in the car park behind the store, only to find, to my mild annoyance (which seems to be a staple of such outings), that the rear entrance was firmlyContinue reading “Who foots the bill”

Greetings, dear readers! Welcome to yet another captivating edition of our blog. I’m Omnipresence, your trusted guide as we navigate the labyrinthine realm of local government. Today, we embark on a quest to unravel the intricate layers that make up Shropshire Council, a crucial player in the lives of Shropshire’s residents. Transparency Before we delveContinue reading “Unveiling the Veil: Exploring Shropshire Council’s Layers of Transparency”

Dear readers we were going to do an article about how the Oswestry Town Rickshaw came into being. Unfortunately, we are still gathering information on this subject, so in the interim we had a meeting; yes, we know, a meeting! And came to the momentous decision that rather than let you good people down, weContinue reading “A Tale of a Bike with Three Wheels”

Welcome to my second expedition into the enchanting world of local politics. In this escapade, our spotlight falls on charities in and around Oswestry, particularly the illustrious Eure & Smale Charity, affectionately known as the Alms Houses. Remember, all the benevolent endeavours in England and Wales dance under the watchful gaze of the one andContinue reading “Councils and Charities”

In March of this year, Councillor Duncan Kerr, an Oswestry Green Party representative, boldly challenged his Conservative counterparts on their plans for a splash pad in Cae Glas Park. However, this decision is anything but democratic. With an estimated cost exceeding £500,000, it’s crucial to scrutinize the fiscal naivety of the Green Party. During theContinue reading “Democracy in Disarray: Unveiling the Extremes of the Green Party’s Fiscal Naivety”

Recently, whispers have emerged surrounding the allocation of public consultation funds. While local councils claim to value the voice of their constituents, their expenditure tells a different tale. A staggering sum, meant for extensive public surveys and outreach, seems to have been funneled into projects shrouded in mystery. As the community awaits a comprehensive report,Continue reading “Unmasking Bureaucratic Secrecy: The Disappearing Public Consultation Funds”

In an age where information is at our fingertips, it’s baffling to witness the steady decline of public town hall meetings. These gatherings, once the heart of local government transparency, have become irregular and elusive. With last month’s cancellation being the third in a row, citizens are left in the dark, speculating the reasons behindContinue reading “Transparency in Tatters: The Curious Case of the Cancelled Town Hall Meetings”