Perthshire should be golfing centre
In the Scottish Parliament this week, local Conservative MSP Murdo Fraser made it clear that he wants to see Perthshire promoted more as a tourist area. He has now called on EventScotland and VisitScotland to do more to help. With the Ryder Cup coming to Gleneagles in 2014, he wants to see Perthshire billed as a golfing centre to attract more visitors. Tourism is a major industry across Perthshire, with some communities relying on a tourist economy.
Councilors to sign Waste Collection Commitment
Putting customers needs at the heart of waste and recycling service is the focus of a report going in front of councillors next week. Members of the Environment committee will be asked to sign up to the Waste Collection Commitment – a document that sets out the council's commitment to providing service that is value for money and meets customer needs. The plans have 10 principles which include regular, reliable collections, as much recycling as possible and consideration of special requests. The report already includes a note that the Council is undertaking many of the actions required to meet the principles.
No to part-privatisation of Post Offices says Perth MP
The UK coallition government has said it plans to seek part-privatisation of the Royal Mail. Perth's MP Pete Wishart has warned that the move could lead to job losses and service cuts, which could affect rural post offices across the area. He firmly believes the postal services should remain in public hands and plans to fight for the retention of the Royal Mail as it stands.
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