The Local Government Boundary Commission for England (LGBCE) are reviewing the Wiltshire council Ward Boundaries. Surprisingly, they are content to keep 98 wards, which is really unheard of. Neighbouring Cornwall, are being reduced from 123 to 87 councillors. Toilet talk perhaps with the Baroness and LGBCE?

Harnham is at last, being re-united, which is good news. Lower, Middle and Upper Streets and this area, will re-join the rest of Harnham, which was ridiculously ‘split’ by Wiltshire council in 2008.

I have supported the proposal, but on one condition: That the council revisit the East/West split. But I should have guessed, that they have not involved me, or consulted me, after several failed promises to do so. The line just needs ‘tinkering’, as I believe, there will be too many electors in the West, then East.

The West will include the very contentious Netherhampton development, of 740 new houses. I believe this is the only Urban/Country breach in Wiltshire.

But as usual, Wiltshire council officers and Tory councillors are not listening. But I will submit my comments to the LGBCE to this effect, along with my proposal for East/West split.

If you feel strong on this issue, please comment. The consultation ends on  5th November and can be viewed here:

https://consultation.lgbce.org.uk/node/14518/