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Hot Issues

This section offers basic guidance about a range of local and national issues that I am regularly contacted about. It also tells you where you can find more information on each subject.
In many cases, you will see that your district or county council should be able to provide further assistance. Their website addresses are below, and can also be found on the Links page of this site.


Buckinghamshire County Council – http://www.buckscc.gov.uk
Aylesbury Vale District Council – http://www.aylesburyvaledc.gov.uk
Wycombe District Council – http://www.wycombe.gov.uk
Chiltern District Council – http://www.chiltern.gov.uk



Boundary Changes
David explains the effect the expected boundary changes will have on the Aylesbury Parliamentary Constituency at the next General Election.



Health services in Bucks
David has been active in opposing cuts to Aylesbury's health services. He has presented a petition to Parliament, met local NHS managers and taken part in a Parliamentary debate on the Bucks NHS. Click here to read more.



Smoking in Public Places
Click here to read David's thoughts on the Health Bill, after MPs voted for a complete ban on smoking in pubs and clubs in January 2006.



Issues of Conscience
David sets out his opinions on the important political subjects on which MPs have traditionally voted freely, without the parties trying to take a particular line or impose a party whip.



Which Council Does What?
Any reference to “the council” can be confusing because there are two or three tiers of local government in your area, each with different responsibilities. The main responsibilities of the each are outlined here.

Council House Repairs
Who is responsible for council house repairs? And how long do they take? This section aims to explain which repairs are the responsibility of the tenant, and which repairs should be made by the local council.

Council Tax
Every household receives one Council Tax bill from their District Council. Please read this section if you would like to learn more about where your money goes, how your bill is calculated, or have any other questions regarding your Council Tax.

Domestic Violence
Domestic violence can consist of physical, mental, emotional and sexual abuse, and is the crime with the highest rate of repeat offences against the same victim. One in four women experience abuse in a close, personal relationship in their lifetime.

Noisy Neighbours and Anti-Social Behaviour
This section tries to explain what you can do to deal with noisy neighbours, or other forms of anti-social behaviour. Mediation is often the best course of action, although you can also involve your local council.

Parking
This section provides information on some of the main council car parks my constituency, including their locations and parking charges.

Planning Issues
This section tries to help you through your planning issues. It indicates which projects would generally need planning permission, and how such permission can be obtained.

School Admissions
This section explains the admissions system for schools in Buckinghamshire. It is split into between infant admission, primary admission, and secondary admission.

Social Services
Buckinghamshire County Council provides a wide range of care services in the county. For detailed information on all possible problems and issues you should visit the relevant part of the county council website

Trains
Chiltern Railways runs the train services for Aylesbury, Stoke Mandeville, Wendover, Princes Risborough, Monks Risborough, Great Missenden, Saunderton and Little Kimble.


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