Standing in the Newtown By-election was an eye opener to attitude and budget.Turnout was extremely low at 18%. Was this due to political apathy, silent protest, lack of time due to work/family or lack of awareness due to sparse press coverage? Why was a cabin hired, erected and made accessible with paving and handrails, whilst the purpose-built Seaview Centre was on site and council owned? Money spent on the By Election could have been used to update the Trinidad Boys Club and games area for the whole community.
Diana Butler, UKIP, Poole
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