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TIERNAN DOUIEB wrote "Now, what I wanted to write about was a very very odd and unexpected incident at the gig in Tenbury Wells that we did last night. I've regularly compered this gig a few times now and it's always been a really fun lovely gig."

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Tesco shows plans for new store in Tenbury Wells

Local people turned out in force for a public exhibition of plans submitted by Tesco to build a new supermarket on the former Cattle Market site in Tenbury Wells.

The two-day exhibition in the Pump Rooms gave people a chance to see detailed proposals and meet members of the Tesco project team. Visitors were able to view the plans and many left feedback, which will be incorporated into the scheme where possible.

Tesco has submitted plans to Malvern Hills District Council to build a new store on the site, which would transform the disused former Cattle Market site and create new jobs for local people. The scheme would include parking for 102 cars and improved linkages to the River Teme.

Tony Fletcher, corporate affairs manager for Tesco, said: “We were delighted with the number of people that came to see the plans and talk with our project team. The feedback we received from residents in Tenbury Wells and the surrounding area has been invaluable.

“This exhibition gave local people the chance to see images and full details of the scheme for the first time and see how Tesco can work with local traders to improve the overall viability of the town centre.

“We are working closely with the council in order to provide all the necessary information and are hopeful that the application will be registered soon.”

(Tesco Press Release)

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Town Council overspend by £17,000

At tonight's Annual Town Meeting I asked

"The Town Council accounts for the year 2008-2009 appear to show an overspend of nearly £17,000. As far as I recall this overspend was never mentioned at any Council meeting. Can you tell me what caused the overspend.

answering on behalf of the Council the Town Clerk said that

"As the Audit for 2008/9 has now been closed, the opportunity to ask questions in relation to that year has now passed"

I pointed out that this was the first public meeting at which questions could be asked since the accounts were published but was told that

"notices are posted informing the Public when questions relating to the accounts can be asked"

It was indicated that the £17,000 was probably due to a technical overspend were figures from one year are included in another due to collection or payment dates.

Whilst I agree that this may account for some of the money, it doesn't account for the full amount.

I'm not suggesting any financial impropriety, but I think it may relate to the relocation expenses, following the Council's move from Temeside House to the Pump Rooms.

We may never know, but keep you eyes posted for the 'audit period notices' because I predict another overspend will shortly appear (unless the figures are rolled forward into the 2010-11 budget.)

Tenbury Tesco - Artist Impression

The proposed new store will be environmentally friendly incorporating a sustainable timber frame and glass structure, providing a modern, contemporary feel. It will include 94 car parking spaces and a host of energy saving features that will help to reduce the store’s carbon footprint and ensure maximum energy efficiency.

Tenbury on the Small Screen

Tenbury Wells was seen on BBC TV this week as local couple Roland and Miranda Ballard who created the Muddy Boots Food brand expand their horizons and pitch their products to a major supermarket. (Waitrose)

Catch the program "High Street Dreams" on iplayer whilst you can.

Meet Roland & Miranda this coming weekend at the Teme Valley Food Fair on the Pump Room Car Park.

http://www.muddybootsfoods.co.uk

Keen eyes will also spot Tenbury's own Reverend Claire, and Edward Gallimore (Miranda's father).