Mary Reid

After yesterday's annoyance about the  Informer's reporting of the library review, I am pleased to say that it did represent another issue accurately.

I've written already about the campaign to save Springboard, the local supported workshop for people with mental health problems : We must not lose Springboard and Springboard update.  Our MP Edward Davey is working with councillors and some voluntary organisations to try to find a solution that will guarantee its future.

The news is that the Cranfield Trust has agreed to provide a consultant who will draw up a business plan and financial model. This may persuade the Primary Care Trust that it is worth continuing to invest in Springboard, or alternatively it may make a viable case for the creation of a separate social enterprise. Either way, its chances of survival are greatly improved.