Suzanne Fletcher's Blog

I do enjoy meeting visitors from abroad, and so enjoyed a visit from the Friendship Force with their guests from Los Angeles to the Town Hall.  I had the opportunity of a good chat over the buffet and it was interesting to hear how their local government worked.  Some of the issues that are common to us are the role of women, fitting in public work with families and jobs, and the ageing profile of volunteers generally.  The photos I was able to take do not really do them justice, and hope to replace them on the Mayor's Blog when those from a more skilled photographer wing their way over the Atlantic.

This afternoon was the official opening of the Stockton Town Football Club by Sir Geoff Hurst.  It does show my age that I can remember England winning the Cup in 1966!  The Club really does do excellent work with the young people playing football.  Time and again, as a councillor, we get complaints from people about youngsters with nothing to do and no good role models.  Young people tell us there is not much to do.  Of course football, or even the dance and drama are not for everyone, but there is going to be a lot of really good provision with some very able volunteers - of all ages!

The photos will be on the Mayor's Blog tomorrow along with a bit more information.