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| ginjo |
I have just recieved a leaflet from val carroll labour candidate.I have to say I am not all that impressed, she talks mostly about party policy rather than local issues, and does not state anywhere that she is against mass development of silsden. As an afterthought she says she will aim to make sure local voices are heard in respect of housing projects arising from ldf.I would have thought that she might have dedicated a whole leaflet to local issues.So I have had a conservative and a labour one now, just over a week to go and still no sign of the green, lib dem or independent.Do they want people to vote for them or not? |
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| pumbajunior |
do u need a leaflet to vote for someone?  |
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| ginjo |
I think in local elections it is useful to know a bit about the candidate and what they stand for and what they can do for the area, its a bit arrogant to just assume that its not neccessary to canvass people or let them know who and what they are about.A lot of people vote differently in local elections to what they would do in a general election so yes I do think you need a leaflet or a knock on the door!! |
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| bandnwire |
We got a letter from Adrian Naylor today and I was very impressed by what he has to say. So far he is the only one we have heard from. He has covered every aspect we were worried about, so my vote is for him, someone who lives in Silsden and is concerned about the future of Silsden. |
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| Marrywell |
In reply to bandnwire - So did I, so am I and so will I! |
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| dexter |
We've had something from Labour, Tory and Independent, all this week. So they are all getting their act together.  |
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| fuzzy |
Does anyone know why Adrian Naylor was dropped from the Conservative party in the first place. |
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| dexter |
Don't ask fuzzy...we will never know...just vote! |
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| gazzer |
quoteDoes anyone know why Adrian Naylor was dropped from the Conservative party in the first place. As the tories wont say we have to guess; I will start and remember its just a guess. The Tory party think they have an up and coming politician and were disappointed he couldn't win a seat last year where he lives so have parachuted him into a "safe Tory seat". |
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| grandad |
Gazzer, that is the problem the Tory’s See us has a safe seat, therefore they don’t want to do anything for us (They get in whatever) then along comes Adrian Naylor he keeps pushing for all the money he can get for us they don’t like it and kick him out. |
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| gazzer |
The best election result, if its possibe, would be The Respect Party taking enough seat's so Labour lose its majority and Counciloor Naylor winning and holding the balance of power. Just think what would get done in Silsden then!!!! |
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| grandad |
That would make for some very interesting politics! |
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| localman |
respect party getting in, all silsden would get is a mosque now stop talking nonsense we needs parties like ukip to get in or somthing like the KN party now headed by Marine Le Penn in france now if we get some one like her in this country she would get my vote every time she is not like that nasty nick griffin who i have no time for |
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| GAMEKEEPER |
Personally, I'm sick of hearing about it and will be glad when may 3 comes and goes! To put my spoke in, I actually think Adrian Naylor would be the best candidate for the job, (local resident, looking after local interests). On the rare occasion that I have spoken to him, he seems down to earth and willing to do whatever he can for the community. |
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| ginjo |
well still don't know what any of the candidates have to offer silsden I see labour making an effort this weekend but not a sound from independent, green or lib dem maybe they could put some info on here as to what they will do for us?? |
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| Peter |
quotewell still don't know what any of the candidates have to offer silsden I see labour making an effort this weekend but not a sound from independent, green or lib dem maybe they could put some info on here as to what they will do for us?? Voters will go to the polls on Thursday, May 3. Craven: Val Carroll (Lab), Stuart Ebden (Lib Dem), Adrian Paul Naylor (Ind), Robert Minter Nicholls (Green), Andrew Charles Rowley (Con) Only the Labour, Independent and Conservative candidates have leaflets:  silsden.net/useful/docs/labour_3may2012.pdf  silsden.net/useful/docs/independent_3may2012.pdf  silsden.net/useful/docs/conservative_3may2012.pdf USE YOUR VOTE WISELY - but please vote |
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| ginjo |
very useful information peter.Cllr Naylor has produced a good leaflet with a lot of info, most of his acheivements were as a tory councillor, not sure how much influence he will have as an independent though.The conservative one is not bad but the labour one I think is quite poor but obviously better than the lib dems or greens! I think I might have made my mind up now. |
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| skippy |
please all vote on thursday we have 2 candidates living in silsden the others are from shipley why should we want anybody from shipley representing us on bfd we have a proven councillor standing again do you want any money spent here or not i know what i whant as the town mayormoney money herein cobbydale |
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| paperclip |
this post has been edited 1 time(s) quote I'm so sorry that the Craven Labour leaflet came last in ginjos poll! We wanted a striking design which introduces Val Carroll with not too many words which could bore people to death,(which I'm now going to do instead!). It also folds nicely to make a window poster (austerity measure). We shall learn from ginjos wise advice in future! In the mean time I've had a chat with Val. There is a Craven Labour Club for those of you who were wondering in another thread. It currently meets at a kitchen table in Steeton (foreign parts,I know). Her action plan, finalised round that table is summarised below; She promises: To be a strong voice for our villages, ensuring we gain a fair share of attention and resources in these difficult times, working closely with the Town and Parish Councils and supporting Bradford Council in its fight to safeguard important services in the light of severe and continuing cuts to budgets. To fight to preserve good local health care for all in the light of the Government's major and untested NHS changes. To ensure our residents voices are heard in connection with proposed local housing, retail and other commercial development. To challenge large scale housing developments in Craven Ward on the basis of proven need and the huge impact on the character of the villages, their infrastructure and environment. In particular to question the viabilty of such projects in the light of the impact on our schools, GP practice, roads and traffic problems To work to ensure the results of the recent residents survey(s) are taken seriously, key issues identified and dealt with appropriately. __________________________________ This is probably not very different from the "manifestos" of some of the other candidates. They all recognise the issues that worry people most. However, much as we wish it was all about getting money into Cobbydale etc like skippy does, we must remember that the local election results this year will send a strong message to the government. If you are happy with the way things are going for people like us in Yorkshire you'll vote Conservative - if you are not, you won't........ or I certainly hope you wont. Be brave; fold your leaflet; vote Labour! Or vote elsewhere but please vote! |
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| gazzer |
quoteIf Labour controlled Bradford Council decide to proceed with proposed housing which is against the views of Cobbydalers will she vote against it even if it means voting against her own party and further would she vote against her own party even if it was the difference in winning or losing the vote. A yes or no answer please. Also any other candidates are welcome to answer the question |
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| skippy |
paperclip bfd is labour run yes? who is it that are again trying to force 2000, houses on silsden? hmmm let me think ;i know its labour:  so who in their right mind will vote for a labour candidate to represent silsden let alone steeton and eastburn(approx 800houses proposed, addingham 400 houses proposed)this time with the respect party standing 12 areas if the get half that causes a big headache in bfd so the best candidates to vote for are the independants as whoever gets the majority will be bending over backwards for their help FACT,adrian naylor is a proven councillor so please all vote wiseley |
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| localman |
they will all do this and all do that heard it all before in the end they do nothing much really |
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| victor |
this post has been edited 2 time(s) Just to make it clear the Labour party do NOT have an overall majority on Bradford council and have not had one for some years.Most of the three storey Monsters in Silsden were built under the Conservatives,and Mr Naylor was a Conservative until a few weeks ago. |
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| gazzer |
quoteJust to make it clear the Labour party do NOT have an overall majority on Bradford council and have not had one for some years.Most of the three storey Monsters in Silsden were built under the Conservatives,and Mr Naylor was a Conservative until a few weeks ago. Only in the same way as the Tories dont have a majority at national level.Labour make most of the decisions and have done for most of Bradford Metropolitan Council's history. Most of the house's in Silsden were built when Silsden UDC ran the show. What is most relevent is what happens in the future. |
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| localman |
amir hussain bradford labour councillor photo in sun today holding a rocket launcher he has been asked to resign, days after his rival respect politician asif khan was pictured holding a AK47 and they used to say bradfords boucing back its had it? please do not delete this post peter because its in the sun and is not made up but you must ask your selves who in the name of god voted for these people hussain has been claiming between £25,000 to £36,000 a year since he has been on the council enough said |
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| Peter |
Localman, I have warned you before about believing everything you read in The Sun. Read around the subject before leaping to conclusions, perhaps start with this www.thetelegraphandargus.co.uk/news/local/localbrad/9677586.Bradford_councillor____must_quit_over_RPG_picture___/?ref=nt The reason Coun Amir Hussain received extra money was because he has extra responsibilities as a councillor. His main rival is the Respect candidate, don't you think there may be a few dirty tricks going on here? BTW I deleted your post on the same subject (with your very personal opinion on the subject) because I don't think it should be aired on this forum. PLEASE BE VERY CAREFUL WHAT YOU WRITE ON THIS FORUM, I WILL BAN YOU |
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| localman |
sorry peter i just get carried away when i see or read things like this, i love this country and its people but both these people dirty tricks or not were both in photos holding weapons that kill or may have even killed people? sorry but i can not accept any excuse for this THEY SHOULD NOT HAVE DONE IT |
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| Peter |
quoteJust to make it clear the Labour party do NOT have an overall majority on Bradford council and have not had one for some years.Most of the three storey Monsters in Silsden were built under the Conservatives,and Mr Naylor was a Conservative until a few weeks ago. I came across this article today which may be of interest www.getoutandvote.info/labour-battles-bradford-local-elections/ |
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| Tom Day |
At least our local politicians (leaflets or not) use their real names and are ready to stand up for their views. Users of Silsden.net should put their heads over the parapet and their real names to their comments and stop carping from behind net curtains. Come on you witterers, put your names where your mouths are. If you worry what the neighbours might think....shut up. |
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| dexter |
Calm down everyone...it's nearly over....just go out and vote on Thursday, or send in your postal vote asap. |
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| gazzer |
quote quoteIf Labour controlled Bradford Council decide to proceed with proposed housing which is against the views of Cobbydalers will she vote against it even if it means voting against her own party and further would she vote against her own party even if it was the difference in winning or losing the vote. A yes or no answer please. Also any other candidates are welcome to answer the question I will take it as a no then!!! |
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| victor |
gazzer I wonder why you dont ask Mr Naylor any questions are you a supporter? |
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| gazzer |
this post has been edited 1 time(s) quotegazzer I wonder why you dont ask Mr Naylor any questions are you a supporter? Anyone at the recent Town Hall meeting does not need to ask him how he would vote and I have asked(see earlier post) all the other candidates to also answer the question. As usual "party" candidates can not answer specific questions and have to abide by party policy. |
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| gazzer |
Heres a link to a story of what could happen to Bradford Council; www.yorkshirepost.co.uk/news/at-a-glance/main-section/exclusive-now-galloway-may-stand-as-bradford-mayor-1-4501348 |
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| paperclip |
Was that "recent Town Hall meeting" the famous Town Council one? If so it's a pity that all the local election candiates were not invited. They could have answered gazzer's question in person. The other problems with his question are that; i) At the "Craven Labour Club" (see earlier posting) we believe candidates must never make promises they might not be able to keep, just to gain votes ii) As far as I know, decisions to go ahead with the hated housing developments which threaten all our villages are not taken by a general vote where one councillor could stem the tide, regardless of party loyalty. The developments roll in on the back of Local Development Plans formulated long before. There are then "Planning Procedures" of huge and deliberate complexity. At this point the financial and legal resources of developers have a massive advantage over local voices. (I speak from Steeton experience only). So I want my councillor (whoever s/he is), to make sure that when long term Development Plans are being formulated there is an adequate, well circulated notice period with plenty of time for local views to be expressed. And I want her/him to insist these views are listened to and receive appropriate responses. Have our existing Councillors done this? Did you ask Mr Naylor? I know it's hard for some to believe but Bradford is only Labour led now because of a link with the Greens. For 10 years (I think) before 2010 it was Tory led (because of a link with the Lib Dems). Do you remember Kris Hopkins in a different role /hole? Perhaps those two parties decided not to remain in coalition because the huge Bradford budget cuts imposed from Westminster might make them unpopular come the General Election. Realistically I know whatever I say can't/won't change the minds of people loyal to Adrian Naylor. I admire his ability to inspire such a high degree of local support and respect your right to vote for him. In return I hope you can respect those of us who feel the same passion for this great little bit of West Yorkshire but believe that to Vote Labour will send a more powerful message! |
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| Peter |
Sorry to disappoint you paperclip but Gazzer was referring to a public meeting called by Silsden Council to inform the people of Silsden about the consequences of the LDF proposals and to organise objections to the draft proposals. At the meeting Councillor Naylor spoke very eloquently and passionately about Silsden and how to go about making objections to the proposal. |
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events sale / wanted general have your say looking for.. skippy greengrass |
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