As part of the CDC’s allocation of an extra 3,360 new homes in Cirencester their intention is to build an estate of 2,500 houses on the fields to the south west of Cirencester. We believe Cirencester’s residents have not been made fully aware of CDC's plans, which would fundamentally change the character of our market town. Cirencester’s population of 19,000 would be increased by nearly 40% In contrast, other Cotswold towns will be proportionately much less developed, and most villages, despite their needs, will only have minimal, or no, new housing. Focusing development on Cirencester, and specifically on one large site, risks dwarfing the existing historic town, and diminishing its distinctive character. The distance from the planned estate to the town centre is too great to walk. Many will opt for the car, thereby exacerbating the existing traffic congestion and parking problems in the town Sustainable housing development should be distributed throughout the whole Cotswold region, and not disproportionately concentrated on one site in Cirencester. If you are local, or work in Cirencester, and share our concerns please sign the petition. (If you have already signed the paper petition please do NOT duplicate here) Thank you.

These unreasonably extensive developments present numerous environmental and infrastructure issues: - Additional congestion on local roads, inclusing an already overcrowded and dangerous A428 - Insufficient infrastructure and facilities on the existing Loves Farm site - Insufficient provision for infrastructure and facilities on the proposed new sites - Destruction of an enormous piece of green-belt land - Destruction of the habitat of many species of animal, bird, plant and insect over this vast area. - Inadequate neighbour consultation - Destruction of arable land - A lack of communication from HDC to St Neots Town Council and local residents

The Government’s new Infrastructure Bill removes control over decisions to sell, or develop, publicly owned land from our local Councils. This is our land. It contains a clause ending the rights of local Councils to grant, or deny, planning consent - while cancelling any rights of way or any need to ask the people of England and Wales if they mind losing their; parks, playing fields, allotments or village greens to developers or road and rail builders. The Infrastructure Bill contains a clause which will allow ALL public land to be privatized and Schedule 3 of the Infrastructure Bill states, “the property, rights and liabilities that may be transferred by scheme include … property, rights and liabilities that would not otherwise be capable of being transferred or assigned.” In plain English, this means all preceding regulation, legislation and other protections are null and void. From the government’s perspective, it’s all about speeding up planning decisions and avoiding the delay caused by local ownership in the decision making process. However, this hands even more power to Eric Pickles and his unelected Planning Inspectors to bully and ride 'rough shod' over locally elected Councils and residents. This Government promised a “Localism Agenda”, but is delivering the greatest shift of power from locally elected people to a burgeoning, remote, Central Government since the signing of the Lisbon Treaty. We must not be resigned to the situation - we must insist our voice is heard

Peter Nelson, who formerly run Crystal Commissions in the town centre, erected this memorial in tribute to his late wife, Angela, and also as a gift to the town he has called home for so many years, and the town he has provided invaluable services to from his business. Given the history of the slag bank, being built upon what was formerly known as Chapel Hill, and the location, many people in the area think this is a wonderful tribute and should be allowed to remain. The full story can be read here: http://www.express.co.uk/news/uk/491978/Widow-puts-up-statue-of-Crucifixtion-in-tribute-to-late-wife (Photo credit: John Harkness)

The outcome of the current Hammersmith and Fulham council's review could significantly alter the original Master plan. The demolition of Earl’s Court Exhibition Centre should be now considered premature, given that approval was only granted on the condition that the site-wide Master plan go ahead as presented. For this reason, we ask that a 'pause’ on the demolition be announced with immediate effect.

1. Ancient woodland is irreplaceable. Once it's gone, its gone forever. It cannot be recreated. 2. Ancient woods are our richest land-based habitat. They have had relatively little disturbance over the centuries, which has allowed them to develop complex and diverse ecological communities of plants and animals. 3. Ancient woods are of archaeological importance, providing living records of the past and, are also some of our most beautiful places to visit. 4. Ancient woodland covers just two per cent of the UK and much of it is highly fragmented. 5. 256 species of conservation concern live in ancient woodland.

Brighton Hippodrome is a unique Grade II* listed theatre (see https://you.38degrees.org.uk/petitions/keep-brighton-hippodrome-for-live-performance). PLEASE SIGN THIS TOO, IF YOU HAVEN'T ALREADY. FIGHTING FUND 'Hope for the Hippodrome' is raising money to pay for legal fees. If you would like to donate, visit ourhippodrome.org.uk THANK YOU Our Brighton Hippodrome In expectation that a call-in decision is imminent, this petition has now been submitted to Mr Pickles and Mr Lewis. Many thanks to all of you who signed. We'll keep you informed about the outcome of our request through the website and on social media. Website: http://www.ourhippodrome.org.uk Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/ourbrightonhippodromepage Twitter: https://twitter.com/ourhippodrome AND PLEASE DONATE IF YOU CAN!

For decades the willow tree in the school playground has provided shelter and a play area for children, creating happy memories and establishing itself as an iconic feature of the school environment. When the news broke about its impending destruction, children in the playground ran to the tree, hugging it and begging for it to be saved. It is crucial to note that there has been no public consultation at any stage of the planning process, and that the council's response to concerns raised has been dismissive at best. When the original planning application was submitted in December 2013, several trees were highlighted as needing to be removed. Namely, 2 Field Maples and a Lawson Cypress at the site frontage (north); a Sycamore within the central school area and a Sycamore towards the rear (south) boundary. The planning application makes no mention of felling the willow tree, and a subsequent survey found it to be in perfect health and posing no danger whatsover. It is unacceptable to destroy a healthy and much-loved tree in order to expand car parking facilities, and this cannot go unchallenged.

There is no scientific basis that the culling of badgers will help combat the spread of Bovine TB. If anything, it will make the problem worse and the trial culls have been proved both ineffective and inhumane. It is a political tool with which the government perseveres, to appease the farming industry despite overwhelming expert, scientific advice. It seeks to remove an iconic, protected and much loved wild mammal from our landscapes and encourages illegal baiting and cruelty towards this and other wild animals.

The clause which bars other food retailers leaves a toxic legacy by limiting the options: IKEA has now been granted permission for a full-size store and loading bay. IKEA aims to demolish the building and the eco-park which Sainsbury’s gave to the local community. The site is on the main commuter bus route to North Greenwich station. Locals will have to join the traffic mayhem or jostle for space on public transport through IKEA traffic to shop for food. If there is an emergency how will services reach the site on a peninsula surrounded by water on three sides with IKEA at its neck? Instead of 'village living in the city' this is an urban nightmare. Sainsbury's says it is committed to helping communities and sustainability: Lifting the clause will mean that a more suitable retailer than IKEA can move into the neighbourhood creating diverse shopping opportunities for locals without overburdening transport networks and ruining the environment.

Harrow Council has proposed two very similar choices for changes to the use of Pinner Park Farm in a recent informal public consultation; luxury housing with a country park that includes a large 'events field'. Whilst the link below offers a chance to share ideas, the two proposals were championed as the only options. http://www.harrow.gov.uk/info/200143/public_notices/1255/pinner_park_farm Converting the farmhouse and building new properties would change the character of the site forever. It is therefore important to consider a wide range of options before a final decision is taken regarding this historically important green belt land with listed buildings, that is also the last working farm in the borough. In summary, Pinner Park Farm is a much loved, important local space. We ask the council to extend the consultation period and publish criteria for alternative proposals so that the best option can be developed and supported. If we collect 2000 signatures by 22 July, the matter has to be considerd by full council. In order for your signature to be valid, please ensure that you work, study, or live in the Borough of Harrow. The address given must be a home, work or study address in the Borough.

The City of London’s proposed dam works on Hampstead Heath will: • Permanently disfigure the Heath • Not eliminate the risk of downstream flooding or loss of life which the City of London claims these proposals will address We call on Camden Council to reject the City of London’s Planning Application. The proposed works specify massive dams, spillways, concrete walls and embankments. They include: • Construction of a huge 40m wide by 5.6m high embankment in the Catchpit Valley; • Construction of a massive 2.5 m dam at end of the Model Boating Pond; • Felling at least 160 trees; • Taking 2 years to complete; • Estimated costs of at least £17 million; • Inevitable and irreversible damage to the Heath and its wildlife. The City’s rationale for these works involves a dubious interpretation of the law. It refers to a computer model of a 1 in 400,000 year “probable maximum flood” and works that would “virtually eliminate” the risk of dam collapse in the event of this flood. The works would contravene the Hampstead Heath Act of 1871 which requires that Hampstead Heath be preserved in its “natural aspect and state”. The City became custodian of the Heath in 1989. It is now making a planning application to Camden Council to carry out the proposed works. You can also help in other ways: • Details of the planning application and your opportunity to object directly to Camden Council can be found on the council's website. • Donations can be made towards legal costs by the Heath & Hampstead Society (a charity) to apply for a judicial review via their website.. • Details of the DamNonsense campaign and alternative proposals to the works can be found at http://www.damnonsense.org.uk/. Please sign this petition and forward the details to your friends, family, colleagues, colleges, trade unions, faith groups and anyone else you can think of! Supported by: DamNonsense Hampstead Heath Winter Swimming Club Highgate Men’s Pond Association Kenwood Ladies’ Pond Association Mixed Pond Association Protect Our Ponds The Hampstead Heath Anglers’ Society The Heath & Hampstead Society United Swimmers’ Association of Hampstead Heath