Firstly I’d like to wish everyone a belated Happy New Year. I hope everyone enjoyed a restful break.

Because the schools were closed over Christmas and the New Year the number of parking related complaints I received was reduced.

The Conservatives have got a clear plan for Chester. Here's what we will do if elected on 2 May:

With the local elections coming up on 2 May, local Conservatives have put together a comprehensive plan for a better Chester over the years ahead.

A spokesperson for Chester Conservatives said:

Dale Camp, the military barracks in Upton, Chester, will remain until at least 2027, it has been announced.

Below is the latest report from Councillor Jill Houlbrook for residents of Upton.

The recent mild weather has encouraged me to get out and about more on foot and this is of course when I notice just how much work the local authority still has to do in Upton. 

The introduction of 20mph zones on some roads has been a positive initiative, helping to slow traffic and keep pedestrians safe.  But residents have asked why so many side roads and cul de sacs have been the focus of 20mph signs, when speeding is an issue on our main roads.

Councillor Jill Houlbrook said:

"Residents are rightly concerned that the crossing on Wealstone Lane is not yet completed. The lights are not yet installed. I have been continually chasing this because it seems such a waste of money and it cannot be used until it is complete. 

Cllr Jill Houlbrook (Upton) has launched a petition for Cheshire West & Chester Council to install a pedestrian crossing on Weston Grove.

Launching the petition, Jill said:

Although we are now two weeks into 2019 I’d like to wish everyone a peaceful and happy New Year and I look forward to working together towards another successful year for the Parish Council.  

A report from Councillor Jill Houlbrook (Upton) provided to Upton Parish Council: