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is
strictly
apolitical |
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is
accountable
only to our members, but we aim to give a public service |
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is
registered
with the Civic Trust and members of the West Midlands Amenity Societies’
Association, through which we have an independent line to the government |
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seeks
to be effective by adopting a non-combative style within the legal
framework, pressing for changes in the law if necessary |
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makes constructive suggestions, regarding both individual
planning applications and wider issues, aiming to discuss proposals with all
interested parties from an early stage |
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has good relations with Solihull M.B.C. and an acknowledged
voice.
Whilst always expressing an independent opinion, we see our
relationship with the Council as a partnership from which both sides can
benefit, supporting our local councillors when appropriate |
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is
happy to engage in joint ventures with the Council, such as the local history centre,
the nature reserve, the hanging baskets and floral displays in High Street, the water butt
campaign |
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supports village events such as festivals, and has contributed
financially to the Village Hall, the church roof, the Christmas lights, etc.
We have provided the Christmas tree since 1975
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believes Knowle can derive great benefit from the whole
village working together, especially the larger organisations |
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aims for a high membership to maximise influence, and
in 2007 represented about 35%1 of the Knowle electorate. We do not release
our membership list to
anyone |
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is
financially independent.
Although pleased to receive the occasional grant, we do not accept
either sponsorship or advertising, nor is our literature used by third parties.
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