EEBC Council meeting re Budget 14 Feb 2023 - Speech by David Gulland in response
Epsom & Ewell Borough Council - Budget speech delivered by David Gulland for the Liberal Democrats at the Council meeting on 14 February 2023
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
Epsom & Ewell Borough Council - Budget speech delivered by David Gulland for the Liberal Democrats at the Council meeting on 14 February 2023
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