Our planning system needs to work for those who use it to make sure new homes, businesses and vital infrastructure are not held back by outdated, complicated and time-consuming bureaucracy.
All wild birds are protected under the Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981 and there are strong penalties in place for offences committed against birds of prey and other wildlife, with most wildlife crimes carrying up to an unlimited fine and/or a six-month custodial sentence.
I share concern about the protection and health of BritishĀ Waters,Ā and I am fully aware of the impact that super trawlers have on marine life. Our waters are a precious natural resource and they must be managed carefully.
As we deliver on our election pledge to get Britain out the EU we have a massive opportunity to unlock Britain's real potential and make relationships with economies the world over. I want to see a Britain that is outward looking, prepared to make the most of all we have to offer.
North Street is home to one of the few Green Spaces in Keighley - but Bradford Council say that the Green Space is only 'temporary' and want to build on it. That's why on Thursday 21st July, Keighley Town Council have organised a town-wide referendum on our Green Space.
Young people deserve the best start in life, so Iāll work with parents and teachers to make sure local schools have the facilities they need to raise standards.
Working together with the police and the community we can cut crime. Iāll make sure weĀ getĀ a fair share of extra resources from the 20,000 more officers being recruited; and weāll give them the tools they need to fight crime.
We need a solution to problem parking that works for residents and business alike.Ā Iāve put together a simple three step solution to problem parking - the 3 R's.
Keighley desperately needs a vibrant town centre, so Iāll work with businesses to bring empty shops back into use on Cavendish Street and North Street.
