Cllr Mike Butcher

Archive for December, 2009

Messrs Castle & Wainwright do appear to be upset at the letter from Barry Coleman in last weeks Mercury which set out to explain the whole picture with regards to the Elected Mayoral process.   Whilst trying to encourage people to sign the petition without explaining all the costs and other processes that would have to be undertaken in the event of a positive outcome, these two appear to not only be trying to dupe the public by saying “It is just a bit of fun” but are also trying to use this non political process for their own political purposes.  Shame on you!

Just back home after towing our caravan down to see our eldest son and family for Christmas.  It is great to be back in my own bed again!

New Poo Dispenser’s were installed at all 5 entrances to Hopton Playing Field on Tuesday.  This is a joint trial between Hopton Parish Council and Great Yarmouth Borough Council.  Hopefully, this will reduce the amount of dog mess on our playing field.  We will keep a close eye on developments.

I am off down south today to spend time with my eldest son and family, will be back on Boxing Day.

HOPE EVERYONE HAS A GREAT FESTIVE HOLIDAY!

Bookings are coming in and we now have almost 30 booked in out of a total capacity of 42.  Looking good, get your bookings in or you could be disappointed!

Attended what must be my last meeting before Christmas this evening.  We discussed several things including vehicle access to the borough’s beaches.

About 120 adults and children enjoyed the 3rd annual Hopton Christmas Party.  Father Christmas came and handed out lots of presents to the children.  A very festive scene with all the snow we have had!  Hopefully, the next Christmas Party will be in the new village hall!

Had a great night at Somerleyton Hall last night raising money for a very good cause.  It was a bit cold though!  Lots of money raised on the night but feel a bit “sluggish” this morning!

Wonderful Christmas setting outside…not sure I want to venture out though!!

We all met at the Jolly Farmers at 10am in the snow (whose idea was this?). Spent a couple of hours delivering the latest leaflet and Brandon’s Christmas greetings.  Now home thawing out ready to go to watch Norwich City play Huddersfield.

Attended the meeting this evening at the Conservative Gapton Hall Office.  Brandon Lewis, Agent Andrew Baxter and about 10 of the Elect Brandon Lewis Team Leaders attended to discuss the ongoing campaign strategy.  We later went to Brandon’s Hemsby home for a Christmas drink and some of Justine’s curry and chilli finished off with chocolate brownies!!  YUM!