Local Resident Submissions to the Hertfordshire Council Electoral Review

Local resident submissions to the Hertfordshire Council electoral review

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Hertfordshire County

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Name: John O'Connor

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I agree with the proposals: In Watford, the Commission have proposed 'No Change' and The recommendations from the Commission make roughly equal areas and also respect our local communities.The communities of Abbots Langley, Croxley Green and South Oxhey each keep their own County Councillor under the Commission's proposals. Carpenders Park and Oxhey Hall remain together in a separate Division and not joined to South Oxhey. Chorleywood and the more rural bits of Three Rivers, including Sarratt, Hunton Bridge and Bedmond, are linked in a Division to be named Three Rivers Rural. And the size and importance of Rickmansworth as the main town in the District is shown in the creation of two Divisions centred there.

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Hertfordshire County

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Name: Brian Parker

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Feature Annotations

1: New eastern boundary for Dacorum

2: Site for new homes, schools etc. as extension to east of Hemel Hempstead as proposed by LEP

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Annotation 1: New eastern boundary for Dacorum

Annotation 2: Site for new homes, schools etc. as extension to

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A joint Green Belt boundary review by Dacorum, St Albans and Welwyn/Hatfield has identified land between Hemel and the M1 as suitable for major new development, which is also promoted by the LEP. As this is obviously a natural extension to Hemel, it makes sense to revise the boundary between the two Districts to sit on the M1, from the junction of old M10 northwards until it then runs north-westwards with the line of pylons: this will maintain the valuable green 'gap' between Hemel and St Albans and also between Hemel and Redbourn.

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https://consultation.lgbce.org.uk/node/print/informed-representation/4048 08/10/2014 Morrison, William

From: Fuller, Heather Sent: 15 October 2014 08:46 To: Morrison, William Subject: FW: Boundary Review Proposals - Loudwater

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-----Original Message----- From: Suresh Patel Sent: 14 October 2014 20:05 To: Reviews@ Subject: Boundary Review Proposals - Loudwater

Dear Sir,

We understand that there is a proposal that Loudwater is removed from the Three Rivers Rural Division and becomes part of the Croxley County Division.

As residents of Loudwater, we would like to register our strong disapproval to Loudwater becoming part of the Croxley County Division. Loudwater has traditionally been part of Chorleywood and should continue to remain so.

Please note various points as follows why we should not be joined with Croxley:-

1. Loudwater is part of the parished area of Chorleywood and is therefore represented both at Parish and District Council level as part of Chorleywood.

2. Loudwater should be part of a Rural Division as this would represent the nature of the area and community rather than becoming part of a County Division where issues are not typical of our environment.

3. Many children attend Christ Church CofE Primary School and Clement Danes Secondary School rather than schools in Croxley.

4. Residents would use Chorleywood for shopping and amenities rather than Croxley, and Loudwater has always had a much closer relationship with Chorleywood.

5. Loudwater has never had any relationship with Croxley and indeed the two are very separate areas divided by fields.

Please acknowledge receipt.

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1 Suresh & Jyotsana Patel

2 Morrison, William

From: Fuller, Heather Sent: 15 October 2014 08:46 To: Morrison, William Subject: FW: Local Government Boundary changes

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From: Alay Patel Sent: 14 October 2014 23:16 To: Reviews@ Subject: RE: Local Government Boundary changes

Dear Review Officer

I understand the Local Government Boundary Commission is reviewing the boundaries prior to the County Council elections in 2017. My existing Division will be reorganised and renamed Three Rivers Rural Division. However the proposal is that Loudwater is removed from this Division and becomes part of the Croxley County Division. I am against this proposal and must register my disapproval on the following grounds.

1. Loudwater is part of the parished area of Chorleywood and is therefore represented both at Parish and District Council level as part of Chorleywood.

2. Loudwater should be part of a Rural Division as this would represent the nature of the community rather than becoming part of a County Division where issues are not typical of our environment.

3. Many children attend Christ Church CofE primary school and Clement Danes Secondary School rather than schools in Croxley.

4. Residents would use Chorleywood for shopping and amenities rather than Croxley.

5. Loudwater has never had any relationship with Croxley and indeed the two are very separate areas divided by fields.

I sincerely hope the Commission will reconsider its proposal.

Regards Alay Patel

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Hertfordshire County

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Name: David Penn

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With regard to Watford, I must place an objection to the proposed name changes. I say proposed, but the language of the draft document does not seem to suggest that the commission is giving locals any say. The names on the map have already been changed and the relevent paragraph in the draft uses language that confirms that the change has already taken place as far as the commission is concerned (see below). This is unacceptable. '126 We are, however, adopting different names for some of Watford’s divisions, in order to make the division names more reflective of their communities. Callowland Leggatts will be named North Watford, Central Oxhey will be named Central Watford & Oxhey, and Vicarage Holywell will be named West Watford.' My objection is fourfold. The first is that using the new bland names North Watford, Central Watford and South Watford in no way 'reflects the communities'. In particular, the names Callowland Leggatts and Vicarage Holywell are both historic and extremely well known locally. The uniqueness of these names and the areas they represent are understood by those who live in Watford and have much more meaning than the dull alternatives. My second objection is that the double-barrelled names clearly reflect the relationship between council and county boundaries. As it stands, it is clear from the name that the county ward is composed of the two council wards whose names they bear. It makes no sense to break this link so that it is no longer obvious that West Watford is actually the wards Holywell and Vicarage. My third and most vociferous objection is that there has been no drive or request from local people for any change of name whatsoever. That fact alone means that there should not even be a proposal of change if there is no will for it from the local people. In truth, this appears to be a change driven by a centralised bureaucracy who prefer using uninspiring words like North, Central and West because it is easier for them to understand. It might well explain why it has been done already without any consultation. I therefore think it reasonable to expect the names on the new map to be reversed and the wording of the document to be altered to make it clear that the name change is only a proposal as at the moment it gives the clear impression that the document is not a consultation. My last objection is that knowledge of these changes is hard to find. I only became aware of this by accident through the commission's failure to get North and West Watford in the right order (I should point out that there would be no mix up with clearly different names such as Vicarage Holywell / Callowland Leggatts) and a news story appeared in the local newspaper. In summary, a remote commission should not be interfering in local history and renaming local boundaries without an initial and significant request from local people. They certainly should not then adopt the change and only report it by tucking notification of the change away on page 21 of a 46 page document whose existence is unknown by virtually all who live in the town.

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Hertfordshire County

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Name: Anthony Peters

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By combining Eastbury with South Oxhey you are creating a little enclave with other adjacent areas wrapping around it like a rainbow. It doesn't make sense geographically or on a socio- demographic basis. Why can't Eastbury be left with Moor Park and South Oxhey combine with Carpender's Park and Oxhey Hall?

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Hertfordshire County

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Name: William Keith Peutherer

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Dear Sir, I am a resident of Hunton Bridge which lies within the Watford constituency area although it is also a part of Three Rivers District Council. I have examined your draft proposals for boundary changes to see how they would affect both Watford and Three Rivers District Council. I approve of the proposals. Yours faithfully, W Keith Peutherer

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https://consultation.lgbce.org.uk/node/print/informed-representation/4097 21/10/2014 Morrison, William

From: Fuller, Heather Sent: 15 October 2014 08:46 To: Morrison, William Subject: FW: Loudwater

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From: Sent: 14 October 2014 19:40 To: Reviews@ Subject: Loudwater

We strongly object to the proposed plan to put Loudwater into the Croxley district as opposed to Chorleywood. We are nearer to Chorleywood, we use Chorleywood station, we know the Chorleywood shops, and our way of life coincides much more with the residents of Chorleywood than with the residents of Croxley. Peter and Davida Phillips

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From: Fuller, Heather Sent: 15 September 2014 10:59 To: Morrison, William Subject: FW: Proposed new County Council boundaries

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From: elaine phillips Sent: 15 September 2014 10:56 To: Reviews@ Subject: Fwd: Proposed new County Council boundaries

To whom it may concern,

As a resident of Turnford I feel very strongly against changing the boundaries, I moved here 8 years ago and have seen nothing but change. It seems to me that the borough is trying to upset very hard to upset us all. Leave it be unless there are hugh benefits to all residents and give us Wormley and Turnford the chance to decide what we do with the big lotto funds.

Regards Elaine

Dear Members,

There is a proposal to re draw our boundaries, splitting Wormley and Turnford, which is the existing ward. It is proposed that Wormley be joined with Hoddesdon South, a very large area, in which Wormley would very much be the underdog. Turnford would be joined to Flamstead End, a vast area, most of which is countryside. Wormley & Turnford have nothing in common with their proposed new partners. The big lotto, was awarded to Wormley & Turnford, because they are classified as deprived areas. The proposed new boundaries can be seen at:- www.consultation.lgbce.org.uk.

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From: Fuller, Heather Sent: 15 October 2014 08:46 To: Morrison, William Subject: FW: Objection to Local boundary changes

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From: Nicholas Pipping Sent: 14 October 2014 22:36 To: Reviews@ Subject: Objection to Local boundary changes

I was concerned to hear of the proposal to incorporate Loudwater in to the Croxley County Division and strongly object. Loudwater is part of the parished area of Chorleywood and is therefore represented both at Parish and District Council level as part of Chorleywood. Loudwater should be part of a Rural Division as this would represent the nature of the community rather than becoming part of a County Division where issues are not typical of our environment. Many children attend Christ Church CofE primary school and Clement Danes Secondary School rather than schools in Croxley. Residents would use Chorleywood for shopping and amenities rather than Croxley.Loudwater has never had any relationship with Croxley and indeed the two are very separate areas divided by fields. I very much hope that Loudwater will remain part of the Chorleywood Parish and District, Regards Nicholas Pipping

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From: Fuller, Heather Sent: 29 October 2014 09:21 To: Morrison, William Subject: FW: Boundary Change Loudwater

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From: Fiona Poole Sent: 28 October 2014 16:14 To: Reviews@ Subject: Boundary Change Loudwater

As a Loudwater resident I wish to oppose the boundary change suggested………….

This is definitely a more rural neighbourhood and should be part of Chorleywood

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Fiona Poole

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Hertfordshire County

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I think that the current boundaries and names of wards and divisions are far better than these draft proposals and I don't think there should be any change, unless there is a large and unfair difference in the size of a ward or division that a councillor or councillors are required to represent. The general public are used to being represented by parish councillors, district councillors and county councillors who have areas that match and co-exist. this means that the same polling stations are used for all elections, this means that the general public become familiar with who represents them and where. It also means that broadly speaking residents with the same issues about traffic congestion, road surfaces and local facilities such as libraries and youth clubs are able to talk to the same councillor/s and ask for help. Under the draft proposals a person living in Puddingstone Drive in Highfield would have to consult a county councillor representing London Colney about the state of the road outside the house. How could that councillor prioritise spending his or her time, or highways budget, given that that person would also be representing residents in London Colney who would have similar issues but nothing in common with residents who live in Highfield. At present residents in London Colney are represented by the same councillors who represent Colney Heath. Both these areas are villages with their own needs for public transport, upkeep of roads and other issues, and they have more in common than London Colney would with the residents in Highfield, or any area north of the A414 which acts as a natural boundary.

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https://consultation.lgbce.org.uk/node/print/informed-representation/4044 08/10/2014 Morrison, William

From: Sent: 15 October 2014 16:11 To: Reviews@ Subject: Boundary changes

To whom it may concern:

I understand that the Local Government Boundary Commission is reviewing the boundaries prior to the County Council elections in 2017. I live in Loudwater and our existing Division is being reorganised and renamed Three Rivers Rural Division. However the proposal is that Loudwater is removed from this Division and becomes part of the Croxley County Division. I am most concerned about this proposal as Loudwater has traditionally been part of Chorleywood.

Furthermore:

1. Loudwater is part of the parished area of Chorleywood and is therefore represented both at Parish and District Council level as part of Chorleywood.

2. Loudwater is inherently a rural area and should be part of a Rural Division as this would represent the nature of the community rather than becoming part of a County Division where issues are not typical of our environment.

3. Many children attend Christ Church CofE primary school and Clement Danes Secondary School rather than schools in Croxley.

4. Residents would use Chorleywood for shopping and amenities rather than Croxley.

5. Loudwater has never had any relationship with Croxley and indeed the two are very separate areas divided by fields. In short we identify most with Chorleywood and not Croxley Green

In summary I object to the proposal.

Regards David Ramroop

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From: Fuller, Heather Sent: 15 October 2014 08:45 To: Morrison, William Subject: FW: Proposed realignment of Boundarues - Loudwater Rickmansworth with Croxley Green

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-----Original Message----- From: Cora Lynn Rathbone Sent: 15 October 2014 07:32 To: Reviews@ Cc: Subject: Proposed realignment of Boundarues - Loudwater Rickmansworth with Croxley Green

Dear Sir/Madam

My husband and I have lived in Loudwater since 1996. We worship at Christ Church (since 2001) and before that (1996-2001) at St Andrews - both of Chorlewood. We object to the new proposed boundaries which would include Loudwater with Croxley Green for the following reasons:

1. Loudwater is part of the parished area of Chorleywood and is therefore represented both at Parish and District Council level as part of Chorleywood.

2. Loudwater should be part of a Rural Division as this would represent the nature of the community rather than becoming part of a County Division where issues are not typical of our environment.

3. Many children attend Christ Church CofE primary school and Clement Danes Secondary School rather than schools in Croxley.

4. Residents would use Chorleywood for shopping and amenities rather than Croxley.

5. Loudwater has never had any relationship with Croxley and indeed the two are very separate areas divided by fields.

Please ensure this email comes to the attention of the deciding authorities.

Thank you

Cora Lynn Heimer Rathbone (and John James Rathbone);

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From: Fuller, Heather Sent: 09 October 2014 09:26 To: Morrison, William Subject: FW: Proposals to change Electoral Boundaries

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From: brianand margaret redding Sent: 08 October 2014 20:27 To: Reviews@ Subject: Proposals to change Electoral Boundaries

Proposal to create a new South Oxhey and Eastbury Division.

We would strongly oppose the Draft Recommendations that parts of our neighbourhood would be split from each other and allocated into two new county divisions. It is proposed to allocate two parts of Eastbury into separate divisions, which would unnecessarily sever our long standing community identity and also put the area into a minority electoral position. There does not appear to be any logical purpose to this.

Eastbury has never had any shared links with South Oxhey, which is a considerable distance away. South Oxhey and Eastbury are communities in their own right, with schools, shops, churches, and all necessary facilities in each area, and residents rarely if ever travel between the two communities. There is no bus route or train connection.

At present the Oxhey Park Electoral Division includes Eastbury, Moor Park and Rickmansworth, which are closely allied, and the residents use facilities in these areas, including the Metropolitan railway, which does not go through South Oxhey.

It would seem logical that Carpenders Park, whose boundaries are adjacent to South Oxhey, and whose two communities share a railway line at Carpenders Park, would be the most suitable community to be allied to South Oxhey. The residents share use of the shops, library, schools, leisure facilities etc. and have an already established community.

We trust that you will consult our Residents Association to take account of the views of our neighbourhood, and also those of the other local areas affected by this proposal.

Brian and Margaret Redding, Eastbury Residents

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From: Charlie Reed Sent: 15 October 2014 17:02 To: Reviews@ Subject: Review Office Local Government Boundary changes Loudwater and Chorleywood HERTS

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Dear Sir/ Madam

I see that the Local Government Boundary Commission is reviewing the boundaries prior to the County Council elections in 2017.

Our existing Division will be reorganised and renamed Three Rivers Rural Division. However the proposal is that Loudwater is removed from this Division and becomes part of the Croxley County Division.

Firstly we have no affinity with Croxley Green and it is rarely used for shopping or any other purposes by Loudwater residents, their choice would be Chorleywood.

Any children from Loudwater using state schools all tend to use COE primary and Clement Danes in Chorleywood, So already their choices do not over burden Croxley Green schools.

Below are some highlighted points as to why we should be allowed to stay part of the Three Rivers Rural division.

Loudwater is part of the parished area of Chorleywood and is therefore represented both at Parish and District Council level as part of Chorleywood.

Loudwater should be part of a Rural Division as this would represent the nature of the community rather than becoming part of a County Division where issues are not typical of our environment.

Finally Loudwater has never had any relationship with Croxley and indeed the two are very separate areas divided by fields and the Green

Regards

Charles and Andrea Reed

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From: Fuller, Heather Sent: 03 November 2014 09:02 To: Morrison, William Subject: FW: Local Government Boundary Changes - Objection in Three Rivers/Croxley, Hertfordshire

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From: Jason Richards Sent: 02 November 2014 16:39 To: Reviews@ Cc: Jason Richards Subject: Local Government Boundary Changes - Objection in Three Rivers/Croxley, Hertfordshire

Dear Sir or Madam,

It has come to my attention that there is an intention to adjust the boundaries in our local area. Currently living in Three Rivers, Hertfordshire, I have been notified that our local rural community of Loudwater will become part of the Croxley division. This is very concerning for a large number of reasons:

 Loudwater has always traditionally been linked to Chorleywood and has never had any ties with the Croxley area.  We are extremely proud to be associated with Chorleywood, an area with superb schooling, amenities, beautiful outdoor areas and close community. We have no such relationship with Croxley. Even if there was to be a boundary change, we would continue to use the amenities of Chorleywood. Economically, the decision would be silly.  Loudwater is a conservation area and our position within Chorleywood has always ensured that the area remains unspoilt. In contrast, Croxley continues to grow in size as a plethora of housing developments continue to expand what we would regard as a more urbanised area. Loudwater, like many other areas in Chorleywood, consists predominantly of country/single-track roads.  Loudwater is not geographically in Croxley. Loudwater is wedged in between Chorleywood and Rickmansworth. By geographical location, Loudwater is in Chorleywood. The boundary for Croxley sits well outside Loudwater and there are a large number of fields dividing these two extremely different communities.  Council taxes for the Chorleywood area are more than those of Croxley. We would prefer to pay more and fund our local amenities in Chorleywood, rather than pay less to fund amenities in Croxley which we do not even use.  Ultimately, a boundary change makes no sense geographically, socially, environmentally or economically.

For these reasons and like the majority of Loudwater residents, it is my very strong conclusion that this boundary change would be of negative consequence to all areas involved. Thank you for reviewing this matter.

Kind regards,

Jason Richards

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Hertfordshire County

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This is change for the sake of change, and achieves nothing. Why take the ;large sprawling Division appropriately named North Hertfordshire Rural, make it even larger, and rename it 'Royston West & Rural'? Royston has no relevance to those of us living in villages near to Letchworth and Hitchin. A ludicrous exercise conducted by civil servants, following in the footsteps of Mortimer Durand whose crass stupidity in drawing up the boundary between Afghanistan and (what was then) India has led to wars and disruption ever since.

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https://consultation.lgbce.org.uk/node/print/informed-representation/3772 26/09/2014 Morrison, William

From: Fuller, Heather Sent: 29 October 2014 09:21 To: Morrison, William Subject: FW: Boundary Commision changes Hertfordshire, St Albans

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From: Sent: 28 October 2014 22:14 To: Reviews@ Subject: Boundary Commision changes Hertfordshire, St Albans

I wish to give my views on the proposed boundary changes as put forward by the Boundary Commission for England.

The first matter which comes to mind is that at the Hearing before a Government Inspector to determine the status of Napsbury Fields in April 2010 it was accepted that South Cunningham was a recognised neighbourhood. This proposal splits the neighbourhood and parcels the southern end on to London Colney.

Secondly the A414 trunk road forms a natural barrier on the south side of St Albans, and as a consequence, the Cunningham Ward. In the proposals the new ward (or neighbourhood) is split into two disparate and disjointed parts. The two areas have no common or natural centre, no common purpose nor interests.

Thirdly. For many years St Albans City and District Council has fought to maintain the Green Belt around the City free from unwarranted development whilst still agreeing a good number of new builds every year on brown field sites or as fill‐in between existing buildings. The joining of part of Cunningham to London Colney could well destroy the existing natural buffer of Green Belt land, thereby causing the coalescing of the two townships.

Finally. It seems that the proposals have merely been put together to create equal numbers of voters in each parcel regardless of history, of current cohesion or of the constitution of the neighbourhood communities all of which will be destroyed. The fact that one has a Parish Council, the other not, suggests that the Parish net will soon envelop the previously un‐Parished area with an attendant increase in Council Tax due to the Parish Precept.

I am not in favour of these proposals. ~They can only lead to the demise of a currently cohesive and pleasant neighbourhood.

D J Rush

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From: Fuller, Heather Sent: 12 September 2014 16:12 To: Morrison, William Subject: FW: Turnford Wormley boundery

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From: Irene Saward Sent: 12 September 2014 07:33 To: Reviews@ Subject: Turnford Wormley boundery

I wish to express my concern that the boundary be changed and to request that things remain as they are. Sincerely Irene Saward

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I would like to lend my voice to these ideas and think that they are entirely appropriate. I support the views.

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https://consultation.lgbce.org.uk/node/print/informed-representation/4085 16/10/2014 Morrison, William

From: Fuller, Heather Sent: 17 October 2014 08:43 To: Morrison, William Subject: FW: Boundary changes - Loudwater Rickmansworth Herts

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From: Alan Schofield Sent: 16 October 2014 15:52 To: Reviews@ Subject: Boundary changes - Loudwater Rickmansworth Herts

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I would like to lodge my objection to proposed boundary changes as they affect Loudwater, Rickmansworth.

The area should not in my view be joined with Croxley for the following reasons:

1. Loudwater has always been part of the parished area of Chorleywood and is represented as part of Chorleywood both at Parish and District level. 2. Loudwater should be part of the Rural Division of Chorleywood as this would better represent the nature of the community. The issues of Croxley in the County Division are totally different to those in Loudwater. 3. Most resident’s children go to schools in Chorleywood. None to my knowledge attend schools in Croxley. 4. Loudwater has never had any relationship with Croxley

Alan Schofield

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Hertfordshire County

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I support the recommendations of the Boundary Commission.

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https://consultation.lgbce.org.uk/node/print/informed-representation/4087 16/10/2014 Morrison, William

From: Fuller, Heather Sent: 29 October 2014 16:12 To: Morrison, William Subject: FW: Local Government Boundary changes.

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From: Sent: 29 October 2014 16:00 To: Reviews@ Subject: Local Government Boundary changes.

In connection with the proposal that Loudwater is removed from the Three Rivers Rural Division and become part of the Croxley County Division, we wish to register our disapproval for the following reasons:-

1. Loudwater is part of the parished area of Chorleywood and is therefore represented at both Parish and Council level as part of Chorleywood.

2. Loudwater should be part of a Rural Division as this would represent the nature of the communityrather than becoming part of a County Division where issues are not typical of our environment.

3. Many children attend Christ Church CofE primary school and Clement Danes Secondary School rather than schools in Croxley.

4. Residents would use Chorleywood for shopping and amenities rather than Croxley.

5. Loudwater has never had any relationship with Croxley and indeed the two are very separate areas divided by fields.

Roy and Oliffe Shearer

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From: Fuller, Heather Sent: 24 October 2014 08:50 To: Morrison, William Subject: FW: Boundary change,

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-----Original Message----- From: Sent: 23 October 2014 14:03 To: Reviews@ Subject: Boundary change,

Hi, We live in Loudwater We are rather concerned that in the proposed boundary changes , Loudwater may be moved into Coxley Green. We strongly oppose to this proposition. Traditionally we have more connection and use of services in Chorleywood., We hope you will reconsider and keep Loudwater in the Chorleywood Nanjit Nita Siani

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From: Fuller, Heather Sent: 24 October 2014 08:51 To: Morrison, William Subject: FW: LOUDWATER

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From: Sent: 23 October 2014 15:36 To: Reviews@ Subject: LOUDWATER

I wish to object most strongly with the proposal to remove Loudwater from the existing Division to become part of Croxley County Division.

Loudwater has always had a strong and suitable connection with Chorleywood - the rural nature is most closely connected. We shop in Chorleywood, we do not shop in Croxley. The children in this area go to school in the Chorleywood area, not Croxley.

Our connections are most obviously with Chorleywood - we are quite separate from Croxley and we shall continue to object most strongly to any continued intention to move Loudwater to Croxley County Division.

L. P. Slifkin

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Think the current proposals are ok

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Eastbury should fall under Rickmansworth East. It makes no sense to have the Rickmansworth area surrounding around Eastbury?!!!

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https://consultation.lgbce.org.uk/node/print/informed-representation/3976 08/10/2014 Sent: 02 November 2014 22:37 To: Reviews@ Subject: Hertfordshire County Council boundaries in Stevenage

Dear Local Government Boundary Commission

My name is Heather Snell. I understand that you are at present consulting on changes to boundaries to Herts County Council divisions. I wish to make some comments in support of leaving the boundaries as at present and object to the proposed changes.

As a resident of Stevenage for more than 25 years I have found that Stevenage residents have a strong attachment to our Local Neighbourhoods . I live in St Nicholas and do not want to be linked with another area. This is not only my thought but also that of my neighbours and my own family. We have the ideal situation at present two Borough Council Wards now make up a County Division, this is simple and is understood by most of the voters. It would cause confusion and is , in my opinion, unnecessary.

Most people do not understand the difference between Borough and County Councils and so having straight forward boundaries which relate to each other and do not divide communities in Stevenage is crucial. Stevenage was built to encompass small distinct villages as part of a wider town. These villages ( neighbouhoods) have their own shops, schools and community centres. These areas in Stevenage in themselves have natural barriers which for the most part the current Borough and County system adheres to. Your current proposals destroy these natural linkages and that is why I'm supportive of the submission by Stevenage Liberal Democrats. Their submission meets the Commission's requirements for all divisions to have an electorate within 10% of the county average electorate and keeps workable and familiar boundaries relating to both the Borough and County Council ward area. I have attached a map of their proposals and I very much hope you will support them.

These proposals were put together by people that live and work in Stevenage. We know our area and believe that these plans should be acceptable to the Commission.

1 It would be most appreciated if you could please give serious consideration to this submission which offers a more effective and workable solution than the current proposals by the Commission.

I would like to thank you in advance for your assistance on this matter.

With kind regards.

Heather Snell

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The Watford area should stay as it is.

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I support the new boundary changes in Watford

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From: Fuller, Heather Sent: 12 September 2014 16:13 To: Morrison, William Subject: FW: Boundary changes.

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From: JOHN STAPLEY Sent: 12 September 2014 08:52 To: Reviews@ Subject: Boundary changes.

I am strongly opposed to the new boundary proposed changes.The existing Wormley/Turnford grouping combines 2 similar wards with very similar strengths & weaknesses. Susan Stapley.

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From: Fuller, Heather Sent: 03 November 2014 15:25 To: Morrison, William Subject: FW: Proposed New South Oxhey and Eastbury County Division

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From: alan Sent: 03 November 2014 15:25 To: Reviews@ Subject: Proposed New South Oxhey and Eastbury County Division

I write with reference the above consultation.

I live in I am totally against any change to join Eastbury with South Oxhey.

Reasons being:

Community identities are totally different, there are extremely few facilities that are shared between the two areas. The Oxhey Park Choir for instance excluded residents from Eastbury.

I do not ever go to South Oxhey, ( nor as far as I know do any of my neighbours). My doctor, bank, library, post office, shops and our facilities used are in Northwood/Moor Park.

Oxhey Woods creates a natural boundary between the two areas.

I would not wish to vote in South Oxhey, where if the changes were implemented Eastbury Residents would be only 25% of the electorate and take second place in any future spending decisions, which will be dominated by South Oxhey issues, this in itself having a negative effect on Eastbury property values and facilities.

With regard to public travel, this is again from Northwood/Moor Park.

Overall, I feel it would be a total disaster for Eastbury residents if such an electoral boundary change were to be implemented.

Thank you.

Alan Stern

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From: Christine Sterry Sent: 15 October 2014 22:51 To: Reviews@ Subject: Boundaries

As a resident of the gated estate in Loudwater I wish to register my strong opposition to any proposal to remove Loudwater from the Chorleywood rural division to be included in the Croxley Green NON rural division for the following reasons.

1. Loudwater is part of the parished area of Chorleywood and is therefore represented both at Parish and District Council level as part of Chorleywood.

2. Loudwater should be part of a Rural Division as this would represent the nature of the community rather than becoming part of a County Division where issues are not typical of our environment.

3. Many children attend Christ Church CofE primary school and Clement Danes Secondary School rather than schools in Croxley.

4. Residents here use Chorleywood for shopping and amenities rather than Croxley.

5. Loudwater has never had any relationship with Croxley and indeed the two are very separate areas divided by fields and countryside not part of a highly populated housing estate.

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From: Fuller, Heather Sent: 29 October 2014 09:23 To: Morrison, William Subject: FW: Stevenage Boundary Changes

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-----Original Message----- From: Sheila Stowe Sent: 27 October 2014 16:35 To: Reviews@ Subject: Stevenage Boundary Changes

I wish to record that I am in favour of the proposed boundary change along Gresley Way as it will ensure the residents who will be affected by this change will be covered by the Stevenage councillor rather than the Walkern councillor as at present.

Yours faithfully Sheila Stowe

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