Lost chance

3:31pm Thursday 9th July 2009

The scrapping of district councils in Wiltshire created an opportunity to reduce local government bureaucracy, reduce council tax and to bring democracy closer to the citizens through rejuvenated town and parish councils.

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Spin success

3:33pm Thursday 9th July 2009

After 12 months of spin following the successful hostile takeover of the former district councils, the new unitary authority is now positively in control.

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Tell us about it

3:35pm Thursday 9th July 2009

Tells us about it The resignation of Pam Dobson, the Marlborough town clerk, will, I hope, be an opportunity for the council’s members to take a critical look at themselves, to see how they can do better in future under the guidance of a new senior officer. At least I very much hope so.

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Wonderful tribute

3:26pm Thursday 9th July 2009

The town of Wootton Bassett shows tremendous respect for all our armed forces.

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Such integrity

3:30pm Thursday 9th July 2009

Does Jane Scott really think that anybody (apart from other councillors) will believe her claims councillors expenses are not exorbitant?

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All defendants are entitled to a defence

3:16pm Thursday 9th July 2009

In response to your editorial regarding the conviction of Michael Alcock for rape, I feel that I must point out some legal principles that you do not appear to be aware of.

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Football legend

3:18pm Thursday 9th July 2009

When I was about 13 and just breaking into the Southbroom School football team, our coach, Mr Tebby Ball, who had been captain of the Devizes Town’s football and cricket teams, asked me who my favourite footballer was.

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Vet is honourable

3:01pm Thursday 9th July 2009

It is with great regret and sadness that I read your article in the paper regarding “vets lost pets ashes” and that MacQueen’s veterinerary practice was so vilified.

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