The long-awaited next  TAFF meeting,  is at 6pm TODAY, Tuesday 12th March, at  Knowle,

Chairman Councillor Graham Troman has confirmed that this time it is his own agenda that will be followed.  Details at    http://www.eastdevon.gov.uk/bus_taff_combined_agenda_120313.pdf

This Task and Finish Forum was of course set up to do an ‘in-depth report on the East Devon Business Forum, and particularly it’s relationship with the District Council. It will have no doubt  found the Daily Telegraph’s investigations, published this week, useful background.   http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/uknews/9921344/Councillors-for-hire-who-give-firms-planning-advice.html

Members of the public who want to ask questions (3 mins maximum) are advised to arrive at least  15 mins before the start. They must write their name on the sheet of paper on the table just inside the entrance to the Council Chamber. Although a limit of 15 minutes is usually put on the total time allowed for public speeches, this is at the Chairman’s discretion. Demand is expected to be high.

High-profile media will be present.

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