It would appear there is widespread agreement that the planning department and committee are not fit for purpose.
In the last couple of days, widely divergent recommendations have been made regarding two extremely similar proposals.
I think that all people ask is that there appears to be logic in those recommendations.
Councillors on the Executive Board are paid significant salaries for overseeing their particular portfolio but it has become increasingly obvious that they are failing to carry out those functions.
At least 3 of those portfolios are the subject of outside scrutiny as they are not up to the standard required or expected. I am sure that others could be added to the list.
I cannot recall any statements or updates being made about progress in resolving educational or social deficiencies at WCBC irrespective of using the pandemic as an excuse. All we seem to get is photo opportunities
Surely, Councillors read social media and cannot fail to notice the disquiet amongst residents regarding their apparent ineptitude. I personally would take it a damning slight if something I was ultimately responsible for was failing so miserably.
The sheer number of planning applications going to appeal and the appeal upheld speaks volumes.
I call on the Leader of the Council to do what his job title suggests – LEAD and bring to task or remove those that aren’t performing and bring in Councillors who can, irrespective of their political persuasion.
The ball is firmly in your court, Councillor Pritchard – do something NOW!