I was having coffee with friends to discover that they and other residents in Claremont Place, Bensham have set up their own street residents group and bid for funding from the council to change their local environment.
I was very impressed by the level of dedication to where they live and the sense of community and responsibility they are developing.
I have asked for an invitation in 2010 to one of their meetings to catch up on their progress. Let me know if you are involved in similar activities or would like some advice on setting up your own residents group.
It is not just the political people who can change your area. You are better at it than we are!
