Latter part of last week was spent fulfilling my various school governor roles. Full governor meeting at Medina HS, meetings at Downside MS- and a farewell party for the Downside Headteacher on Thursday. She had been there for 14 years and was an integral and well-respected part of the Pan community. I worked well with her for nearly 8 years as governor and Chair. She will be missed by very many, but after her retirement now is the time for a new Head, a new chapter.....will be interesting times.
Spent time at the Riverside Centre on Wednesday. I am now a Director there and spent a very informative couple of hours with the manager. Lots to read up !
Yesterday there was a fantastic 'Old Newport' all-day photo exhibition at Downside, put on by PNP and local businessman Barry Price. It was packed and very successful. It was great to see so many people there from all over the Island. Well done to all involved.
Finally, I have been involved in some discussions with the ruling administration about how to re-surrect a truly opposition-controlled Scrutiny Committee after the resignation of Garry Price as Chair last month. Deborah and I have wanted to get re-involved for some months now after the July walkouts, but without all parties agreeing to some constitutional changes this has not been possible. However, hopefully progress will be made on this at the next Full Council and all opposition councillors can start to formally hold this administration to account. Scrutiny is important to Islanders in the face of such a powerful Conservative adminstration.
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