Potential Labour Candidate for Hyndburn - Page 19

andrewb · 26-11-2009, 23:15

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Originally Posted by Gayle

Oh, come on Andrew! Graham has only just been chosen as the candidate, give him a chance. Yes, it might be wise for him to make some decisions so that he can tell the electorate befoe the election but it's not necessary for him to jump in this second and make that decision. The general election hasn't even been called yet so we have no idea when it will be.

H&H - Hyndburn and Haslingden.

I didn't request that he jump now to make the decision Gayle, merely asked if he would let people know beforehand.

Cheers, never heard the constituency be called H&H before.

shillelagh · 27-11-2009, 00:20

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Originally Posted by andrewb

Cheers, never heard the constituency be called H&H before.

But that is what it should be ... seeing as you do have Haslingden, Rising Bridge, Acre, part of Helmshore and Ewood Bridge in the constituency .....

katex · 27-11-2009, 00:39

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Originally Posted by shillelagh

But that is what it should be ... seeing as you do have Haslingden, Rising Bridge, Acre, part of Helmshore and Ewood Bridge in the constituency .....

Well, I don't see why they had the need to add 'and H' .. you're either in Hyndburn or not. Just petty. Bit like Blackburn and Darwen.

shillelagh · 27-11-2009, 02:18

But we're not kate ... we are in the borough of Rossendale but its Hyndburn constituency ... Bernard will tell you exactly what i think of us being in Hyndburns constituency ... when Darwen is with Rossendale for their MP

... but thats in the past we are in with Hyndburn ... and the constituency should be called Hyndburn & Haslingden ... well id rather have Haslingden & Hyndburn (alphabetical) but the boundary commission goes for the largest first so it would be Hyndburn & Haslingden. But they say the name change would make it too long ... mmmmm Rossendale & Darwen, Blackpool North and Fleetwood, Newcastle upon tyne east and wallsend, Sittingbourne and Sheppey ...

g jones · 28-11-2009, 18:16

Peter Britcliffe has served his 4 year term for St Andrews which ends May 2010 Local Elections.

Presuming the General is the same day and Peter is the candidate for Parliament I expect and understand why he will also stand for St Andrews.

I presume he will decide after what he will do next should he win both.

steeljack · 29-11-2009, 07:00

Do any of the prospective candidates have any comment/views on this news story ......the mountain rescue teams in Cumbria have to pay VAT on their equipment
...Prince hails flood heroes – who have to pay VAT on their gear - Home News, UK - The Independent

Grange · 29-11-2009, 09:38

surely the mountain rescue teams are registered charities and therefore will be able to claim the VAT back....I am not saying they should have to...far from it...they do such an important job that the government should support them...but they don't...shame on the government I say...lets hope that the next lot that gets in will do something about it...but I doubt if they will!

g jones · 29-11-2009, 19:46

It seems perverse that people who save lives (and thus save cost) are not subsidised in one way or another. Clearly Tax is prohibiting or diminishing the service somewhere.

Neil · 29-11-2009, 22:28

I think this service should be provided/funded by the Government full stop.

And life boats

Gayle · 30-11-2009, 09:39

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Originally Posted by katex

Graham, one word of advice ... will now have to get a new stylist. Spot the difference between you and Greg in this 'photo shot ? Gotta' get yerself a smart new overcoat and open necked shirt. Can push the image of an anorak too far you know... come in Gok ...

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I think Graham must have been taking your advice Kate, picture in the Observer of him in shirt and tie - very smart.

katex · 30-11-2009, 16:28

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Originally Posted by Gayle

I think Graham must have been taking your advice Kate, picture in the Observer of him in shirt and tie - very smart.

Yes, saw it Gayle ...

To be honest, have seen him in a suit before. Suppose, once you put yourself in this position, have to watch every step, even the way you blow your nose ... always someone wanting to dig some dirt.

Re. the funding for rescue groups, at least someone is helping ... good on the Lancashire Telegraph.

Lancashire Telegraph donates Â£21k to Pendle and Rossendale Mountain Rescue (From Lancashire Telegraph)

jaysay · 03-12-2009, 16:29

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Originally Posted by g jones

Peter Britcliffe has served his 4 year term for St Andrews which ends May 2010 Local Elections.

Presuming the General is the same day and Peter is the candidate for Parliament I expect and understand why he will also stand for St Andrews.

I presume he will decide after what he will do next should he win both.

Sorry if I'm late on this, but I've been away

It is a racing cert the Peter would stand in both elections, as I'm sure Graham would too if in similar circumstances, as in life you never put all your eggs in one basket, especially where elections are concerned

g jones · 03-12-2009, 20:51

I agree Jaysay. AndrewB has argued that it wastes money holding by elections. Does Andrew think Peter should therfore stay on or not stand in the first place?

g jones · 03-12-2009, 20:53

I agree Jaysay. AndrewB has argued that it wastes money holding by elections speaking about my position. I am sure Peter would serve both full term resigning as Council Leader and all other Council positions.

andrewb · 03-12-2009, 21:06

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Originally Posted by g jones

I agree Jaysay. AndrewB has argued that it wastes money holding by elections speaking about my position. I am sure Peter would serve both full term resigning as Council Leader and all other Council positions.

I don't think you can fulfil the role of district councillor and county councillor alongside being an MP in London most of the week no.