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"Independents in East Herts" Avaliable to Buy from Amazon and Books@Hoddesdon

Submitted on Mon, 29/03/2010 - 5:19pm

Jim Thornton, founder of East Herts People and Executive member of the Independent Network, published an informative book on electioneering and local government last February entitled 'Independents for East Herts'.

Growing Support for Independent politicians at Book Launch

Submitted on Thu, 04/03/2010 - 12:58pm

Last Month over 30 people attended the book launch on Saturday 6th February of 'Independents for East Herts' in Hertford. The book was written by Jim Thornton, a former East Herts District Councillor and founder of the campaign group, East Herts People.

Independent Candidates Can Bring Real Change In Broxbourne

Submitted on Mon, 22/02/2010 - 12:44pm

On Thursday 4th March 2010 former local Councillor and founder of East Herts People, Jim Thornton, will be in Hoddesdon talking about his new book 'Independents for East Herts' and making the case for a slate of  independent candidates to stand in the forthcoming Broxbourne C

Free lunchtime event in February in Hertford

Submitted on Mon, 25/01/2010 - 4:19pm

East Herts People is hosting an informal gathering for anyone interested in local government in East Hertfordshire. The free lunchtime event will be held in Hertford on the 6th February 2010 at 12pm-1pm.

Christmas Events in East Herts

Submitted on Mon, 14/12/2009 - 4:52pm

It's that time of year again, mulled wine, decorations and lights. If you're feeling in the festive spirit, check out the following events in East Herts that are guaranteed to bring Christmas cheer to all.

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Independent Group Annual Conference

Submitted on Tue, 03/11/2009 - 5:38pm

Last Monday (26th October 2009) members of the East Herts People team attended the Independent Group conference at the Local Government Association in London.

Wheatcroft School Expansion

Submitted on Wed, 21/10/2009 - 5:23pm

The Issue: Wheatcroft Primary School in Hertford plans to raise its reception intake by 2011. To accommodate the new pupils, the school will need to use the former Pines school playing field.

Green Commitments Up in Smoke?

Submitted on Fri, 09/10/2009 - 1:58pm

The local press has recently reported that recycling in Hertfordshire has hit record levels, 70% of household waste is now recycled. This is a great achievement for the county; last years recycling rates were a mere 44%.

Volunteers Required for Exciting Roles Within East Herts People

Submitted on Mon, 28/09/2009 - 5:11pm

Bloggers and Contributors required - We want your views!

At East Herts People we're keen to involve the public and current Independent Councillors with our work as much as possible. So if you're passionate about your local area and enjoy local politics, we want to hear from you.

Single Transferable Vote in Local Government Elections?

Submitted on Fri, 25/09/2009 - 11:11am

The Issue: Local Government elections in England currently use the first-past-the-post system (the candidate with the largest number of votes wins). Some people believe that the current status quo is unfair and propose an alternative, Single Transferable Vote (STV). 

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