For tolerance and freedom of expression in Cambridge

The English Defence League hopes to have over 400 supporters marching through the streets of Cambridge this weekend to protest against the proposed new Mill Road mosque. Unite Against Fascism (UAF) and the Cambridge Trade Union Council (TUC) are organising a counter protest. We should rejoice in the freedom of both sides to air their views, while refusing to engage in their debate.

Coleridge by-election

I haven’t been manning this blog for while due to conflicting pressures on my time, although I have been working hard on the new, re-invigorated Cambridge Conservative Association website (http://cambridgeconservatives.org.uk).

I was on the streets again last weekend though to support Andy Bower, the Conservative candidate for Coleridge which has a by-election following the early retirement of Councillor Chris Howell.  It feels good to be there!

West Cambridge Cycle Route – Proposed Response

The second round of consultation concerning improvements to the West Cambridge cycle route, which would close one end of West Road to cars, is under way. The consultation period has been extended but responses need to be received by 8th June.

Lammas Land Parking

I’ve had reports of problems opening the Lammas Land car park on weekday mornings recently. have you been affected?

West Cambridge Cycle Route and West Road

Because of concerns raised during the initial consultation about the proposed closure of one end West Road, the City Council is organising a second public exhibition on Thursday 20^th May from 3pm to 8.30pm at the Sports Pavilion on Wilberforce Road.