Not Quite ‘Cutting’ The Mustard

April 24, 2018 in News

It's that time of year again, when you will see the mowers out cutting the grass verges. This service was taken back 'in house' by RDC last year following the setting up of the Green Gateway Trading Company and should give the Council and ultimately residents a better service. I've had several complaints from residents already that the recent grass cutting isn't up to much this year though with the grass looking like it's been cut in a very patchy manner. I've emailed the Assistant Director and Portfolio to inform them of the quality which doesn't quite cut the mustard with residents!

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James Newport

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