Your three Labour town councillors in Ringwood are making a significant impact on the local community by providing casework services to residents. Casework is the term used to describe the help that councillors offer to residents who have contacted them for assistance.

Councillors John Haywood and Peter Kelleher represent Ringwood North and Glenys Turner represents Ringwood South, but the three of them work together to share their experiences and also spend most weekends in the community getting feedback and requests from local residents.

Providing disabled bays
One of the areas where Labour councillors are making a difference is by helping residents obtain disabled parking bays. Many people with disabilities rely on cars for transportation and having access to a designated parking space can make a significant difference in their daily lives. Labour councillors have been working closely with residents to identify areas where disabled parking bays are needed and advocating for their installation.

Another area where Labour councillors help is by assisting younger members of the community with housing-related issues. Young people often face unique challenges when it comes to housing, such as finding affordable accommodation or dealing with difficult landlords. Labour councillors have been working to help young people navigate these challenges and ensure that they have access to safe and affordable housing.

Labour councillors have also been working to address concerns about invasive light from streetlamps. Many residents have raised concerns about the brightness of streetlights, which can cause sleep disturbance and other health issues. Labour councillors have been advocating for the installation of shields to reduce the impact of streetlights on nearby homes.

Restoring green spaces
In addition to these issues, your councillors have been working to restore green public land that had been damaged by contractors. This is important work as it helps to maintain the beauty and vitality of the local environment, which is an essential part of Ringwood’s character.

Labour councillors have been advocating for the replacement of broken road name signs. Accurate and up-to-date signage is essential for residents and visitors to navigate the town safely and efficiently. By advocating for the replacement of broken signs, Labour councillors are ensuring that residents have the information they need to get around safely.

Fixing the roads
Lastly, Labour town councillors in Ringwood are also actively reporting potholes to the local authorities. Potholes can be a significant safety hazard, causing damage to vehicles and increasing the risk of accidents. Labour councillors are working to identify areas where potholes are present and reporting them to the appropriate authorities for repair.

This is an important undertaking, as potholes can cause significant damage to vehicles, leading to costly repairs for residents. By reporting potholes, Labour councillors are helping to ensure that the roads in Ringwood are safe and well-maintained, thereby improving the quality of life for residents and visitors alike.

In addition to reporting potholes, Labour councillors are also advocating for increased investment in road maintenance and repairs. This is an important issue, as well-maintained roads are essential for the safe and efficient movement of people and goods throughout the town.

Labour town councillors in Ringwood are making a significant contribution to the local community by providing casework services to residents. Through their work on issues such as disabled parking bays, housing-related issues, invasive light from streetlamps, restoring green public land, and replacing broken road name signs, Labour councillors are helping to make Ringwood a better place to live for all its residents.