Councillor Despairs of Action on Horton Site
Councillor Elaine Britten (Lib Dem, Court) has asked the borough council for an explanation as to why Horton Chapel is still awaiting restoration, despite the council taking ownership many years ago.
Thank you to all who voted for her, and for the army of volunteers who put so much effort in.
The work starts now.
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Councillor Elaine Britten (Lib Dem, Court) has asked the borough council for an explanation as to why Horton Chapel is still awaiting restoration, despite the council taking ownership many years ago.
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