Much 'hot air' expressed in the Media and on websites in recent days over the independent review of Cornwall Council councillor allowances. Sad that so many who have commented have missed the obvious points that (a) it is an independent review, and (b) tomorrow's meeting will decide how to take it forward.
Whilst politically important it's potential effect on Cornwall Council finances, if it was to be adopted, is much much less than any number of important projects in Cornwall.
Of far more significance to me was the agreement today that those leading the seperate Adult and Children's scrutiny committeess would work closely together on children's health issues - drugs, alcohol, tobacco to name but three items harming some of our youngsters - including presenting a united approach to organisations, such as the PCT, outside the Council. In ten years time no one will care about the allowances paid to councillors in 2010/11 however they will know, through illness and early deaths, if we don't significantly improve the healthy lifestyles of Cornish children and young adults.
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