Alder Grange sixth form parking issues
There have been a few developments on the parking issues surrounding Alder Grange’s new sixth form. I have spoken to many of you about it over the past few weeks who have expressed your concerns so it was great to see more than 150 residents turn up to the public meeting at the school.
Whilst I am 100 percent behind the educational needs of the school, there are traffic management issues which need to be addressed. Burnley Road is heavily congested in the mornings, with a backlog of traffic to Crawshawbooth so action needs to be taken. The public concerns have been reported to the County Council Senior Traffic Officer, who has been asked to revisit the recommendations for the school. I am working hard to ensure these issues can be resolved because a sixth form would be a great addition to the school. I will keep you posted on the progress.
Rawtenstall bus interchange proposal
The bus station in Rawtenstall has been in need of a revamp for such a long time so I’m sure many of you will be pleased at the proposals for a new interchange centre.
The public will have the chance to meet with county council officials and address the needs and its location. It might be that its existing location needs is not the most suitable place for it to remain. A clear parking plan needs to be implemented so bus stops cited around the town centre are accessible. I’m hoping we the link with East Lancashire Railway, and the route to Manchester’s Victoria Station can be reopened. I know there are many of you who travel to and from Manchester, so setting up a park and ride system would really benefit the town. We need a better parking plan in place, to cut down on traffic congestion and pollution.
Antony and Patricia’s 40th anniversary
Most of you will know it’s the salon’s 40th anniversary coming up and I’ve been busy organising a special celebration party for all my friends, clients and staff, past and present. It’s being held on Saturday 17 October at St James the Less from 7.30pm. I would be delighted to see so many old faces who used to work in either the Rawtenstall or Burnley salons reunite for the occasion. I’ve got lots of entertainment planned and there’s even going to be a few surprise awards! If you haven’t picked up your ticket please call into the salon or give Romana or Karina a ring on 01706 217129.
