Just a quick note….

June 15, 2017 in News

Have been out with my fellow ward councillor this evening making sure residents who don't have access to the internet or social media, are kept informed of what's going on in our area. It's good to work with  another councillor who is as equally as passionate about representing the people who elected us.

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James Newport

Essex County Councillor for Rayleigh North, Rochford District Councillor for Downhall & Rawreth and Rayleigh Town Councillor for Sweyne.