Perth FM News - 25 Nov 09

Committee refuses application for incinerator

Members of Perth and Kinross Council's Development Control Committee voted unanimously last night to refuse the application for an incinerator on Shore Road. In a lengthy meeting that began early in the afternoon, the debate was well attended by members of the public who are urging the Council to revoke the original planning consent. The committee did not have the power, however, to do that, but have recommended a report be submitted to the next Full Council meeting on that issue.

Heavy Rain affects Perthshire farmers

The torrential rain recently has affected Perthshire farmers with flooded fields, which can affect their livelihoods. Now, the local conservative politicians are calling for support and assistance from the Government to help the farmers. Conservative Westminister candidate Peter Lyburn has also asked for a National Flood review to put Tayside high on its priority list. Recent figures showing an increase in river flow throughout the area have highlighted a need for new or improved flood defences.

Tayside Police support ribbon campaign

Tayside Police has joined forces with Tayside Fire and Rescue and NHS Tayside to pledge support for the White Ribbon Campaign. The Campaign started in Canada in 1991 when a handful of men decided they had a responsibility to speak out against violence against women. They decided wearing a white ribbon would be a symbol of their pledge never to commit, condone or remain silent about violence against women, and it is now the largest campaign of its type in the world aimed at men. November 25 is the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women and in Scotland, a domestic violence incident is recorded every 11 minutes. Police Officers are being encouraged to wear the white ribbon on their uniform, and white ribbons will be available to members of the public at police stations across Tayside.