Councillor Howard Jackson

Councillor Howard Jackson sought details on mitigation strategies for budget pressures in children's services. He emphasised the importance of distinguishing between smartphones and analogue phones regarding school policies. The councillor also sought further detail on lessons learned regarding cultural and language barriers for outreach efforts. He raised concerns about the safety of an access road and the need to balance safety, light, and nature conservation. Councillor Jackson defended a proposal, arguing the developer had chosen to forgo profit to provide affordable housing. He questioned data suggesting lower car ownership, suggesting it might be due to existing parking difficulties. The councillor stated a building was 'hideous' but conceded he could 'not see any reason to object to the plan'.

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