2. Although @theSNP Group is the biggest political grouping, after the last election the LibDems led a charge to shut out the SNP from the administration to carry on their alliance with the so called independents and Tories.
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3. For their unwavering loyalty the Tories and Independent councillors were awarded policy lead & committee positions and in some cases heavy gold chains! Along with this comes extra work (for some) & enhanced payments of ££s.
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4. The word independent tends to be something of a misnomer in Argyll & Bute. The public hope that they are voting in councillors who will be community champions pushing local agenda at the centre of power in Kilmory.
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5. In reality what actually happens is the majority of independent councillors sit behind closed doors in the castle with the LibDem led political grouping (TALIG)
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6. Local everyday agendas like parking & refuse collection are often lost in this toxic mix, where the agenda appears to be politics, personal gain & power. Of course it’s difficult for the public to see what’s really afoot because Kilmory isn’t the easiest place to access.
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7. Of course all this could change if live broadcasting was introduced in the chamber. Then everyone would see exactly how their elected representatives in Argyll & Bute align. A truly terrifying prospect for many of them I’m sure!
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8. The independent councillors in Argyll & Bute who usually take an opposition stance with the SNP are Cllrs Philand, Kelly, Freeman & Moffat. The independents on the ruling group who are aligned with the Tories & LibDems are Cllrs - McCuish, Green, Robertson, Devon & Anderson.
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Thank you ...hence the exorbitant parking fees role out in Argyll & Bute - https://thelochsidepress.com/2019/01/12/cost-of-parking-rising-faster-than-anywhere-in-scotland/ …
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I wonder if there is a single council in Scotland where ‘independent’ isn’t a synonym for unionist. They appear to put hatred of the SNP before any local concerns.
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Great info Julie , thanks
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You are welcome Steve.
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