Cllr Andy Swain
Ward: Teign Valley
Parishes: Ashton ; Bridford ; Christow ; Doddiscombsleigh ; Dunsford ; Hennock ; Tedburn St Mary ; Trusham
Mobile: 07756 253908
Email: andrew.swain@teignbridge.gov.uk
The new Biffa contract went live on 1 June, just 11 days after I was appointed to take on responsibility for Rubbish and Recycling across the Borough. Thankfully a lot of hard work had already been put in by many people to ensure this would be a success.
On Friday, I hosted a constituency business briefing at The Lighthouse in Guildford, bringing together business leaders from across the area for a working breakfast.
I've called on the Government to scrap the unfair jobs tax, as former Health Secretary, Alan Milburn’s review into youth unemployment reveals 1 in 8 won't be in employment, training or education.
As Councillor for Business, I am proud to support the development of our new Skills and Employment Strategy, which places young people at the heart of our plans for a stronger, more inclusive local economy.
Zöe Franklin and the Lib Dem team discuss the concerning rise in unauthorised developments in our local area
I wanted to start a massive thank you to everyone who sponsored me to abseil Dorchester Abbey tower in aid of two very worthy...