Civic Voice Network Event in Preston
“Our Common Voice” was the theme of the networking event organised by Civic Voice and held in Preston in January. It was attended by delegates from civic societies throughout the north-west and provided an opportunity to exchange ideas and experiences and to hear from the Tony Burton (Director of Civic Voice). He outlined the advantages of being part of a larger movement and ways in which civic societies could best work together. Griff Rhys Jones, TV presenter, conservation campaigner and President of Civic Voice gave an inspirational address, warning of the potential dangers of the National Planning Policy Framework which he described as “a blueprint for growth by developers and the Treasury” and urging us to stand up for our towns and countryside and inspire others to do likewise.
Anne Stelfox and Roger Frankland with Griff Rhys Jones
