Colin James

No :( I was going to call you about this too.

That is a must!

Yes, good to see that a provision for parking in the plans.

I have spoken with Frank and we have agreed to change the title to Cyclists on Footpaths! I think that pretty much covers it.

I understand what you are saying but on the flip side many people are hurt from cyclist riding on footpaths, and while I can sympathise, two wrongs do not make it right. The law is their for a reason.

There has been a significant fire at Henffordd Gardens (retirement homes near Courtyard Theatre) just off Edgar Street this evening. Several fire appliances and ambulances are on site. We have spoken with the son of one of the residents this evening who was comforting his mother and he informed us that the fire was caused unfortunately by one of the residents smoking in bed. Thankfully nobody was seriously hurt but a few residents were treated for smoke inhalation. The flat at the source of the fire has extensive damage and there is additional smoke damage to neighbouring flats throughout the building however, most of the residents will be able to return to their homes this evening. The Courtyard Theatre have been a huge support by taking in the residents and giving them shelter and hot drinks etc while the fire crews examine the rest of the building.

We are all aware of the bad habits of some motorists, this tope is purely about cyclists riding on footpaths, that said I understand exactly what you are saying about feeling safe on footpaths but I have to agree with Steve's comments above...

Existing site Submitted plans of how the new retirement homes will look.

McCarthy & Stone Retirement Lifestyles Ltd have submitted plans to build 54 retirement apartments on the site of the former bus depot in Friar St Hereford. Application P173773/F

Hi TaraLeigh and welcome to Hereford Voice. Unfortunately this is becoming more frequent and more should be done by the police and councils to prevent this once and for all.

There should be more of these signs.

At last! It only took three and half years to have ATM's installed at the Old Market shopping centre. The Old Market opened back in April 2014. The lack of an ATM was discussed a year later in May 2014. I am pleased to see that two have finally been installed and are live, not ready for use by the public just yet as there is no cash in them but I am sure by early next week they will be fully operational.

I have submitted a note to this application as follows:

I notice that they have started to install them now. I will try and grab a photo later.

Yesterdays criminals... This lad knocked into two elderly people just after we took this photo. The couple were pretty upset because the cyclists had caught the mans arm as he continued to ride past them on the narrow footpath, he didn't even stop to apologise.

A planning application has now been submitted for a proposed conversion of retail units into 17 dwelling flats. Former Chadds building Commercial Street Hereford. The proposal seeks planning permission for the residential development of 17no. apartments, over 3 floors, with a new dedicated ground floor entrance, together with the rationalisation of the existing ground floor retail unit. The Proposal Although not of high architectural significance the character of the existing buildings is extremely well suited to its location. Rather than demolish and replace the buildings therefore a strategy has been adopted to convert and refurbish the existing property to contribute to the long term desire to revitalise of the area. The lack of retail or commercial interest in the building over a number of years confirms that it is no longer suitable for similar use on its existing scale. Realistically this is the case for much of Commercial Street. Failure to address this would see the building continue to be unoccupied for a prolonged period of time further negatively impacting on the character of the area. To assist in the re-invigoration the proposals aim to provide 17 self-contained apartments within the upper 3 storeys of the building. In effect this will bring people to the heart of the area facilitating increased footfall to the benefit of local business and enterprises. Additionally it may allow the ground floor retail element of the existing property to potentially be offered as smaller scale units more suited the location making this far more attractive to potential retail tenants and business owners ultimately making it increasingly likely that this will help spur occupancy and therefore start to again create a vibrancy to the street. The new proposals will include the provision of two new dedicated entrances off Union Street to serve the residential apartments. The most northerly existing ground floor entrance along Commercial Street will also be utilised likewise. These will provide direct access to stairs which lead to the upper floors of the building. The Apartments will be distributed as follows: First Floor Second Floor Third Floor - 6no one bedroom apartments. - 2no two bedroom apartments - 4no one bedroom apartments. - 3no two bedroom apartments - 1no one bedroom apartments. - 1no two bedroom apartments Each apartment will also contain a living dining kitchen together with a bathroom. All residencies will be of contemporary design and be of high quality standard and finish. New replacement windows will be provided to all existing openings to ensure they meet current regulation performance requirements. Two new window openings will be created for one apartment at second floor level but neither of these will be street facing. New Velux windows will also be provided to habitable rooms at third floor level. All dwellings are designed to comply with DCLG space standards. The Ground Floor will be largely otherwise unaltered until such time an interested purchaser or tenant is attracted to develop the reduced size units. - Planning application P173885/F

Breaking News | Old Market Gateway. The proposed development will comprise up to 13,000 sq ft (1,208 sq m) of retail accommodation with 38 dedicated parking spaces. Use The property has planning consent for A1, A3 or A5 retail use (Herefordshire Council Planning Ref: P161446/F) Rental/Lease Terms Available as a single unit, or in a combination of smaller individual units. New lease(s) will be offered on F.R.I terms. Rental on application. Specification The unit(s) will be built to a developer’s shell speci cation with capped off services. A specification is available on request. Business Rates/EPC To be assessed following completion of works. This is opposite the Old Market next to the Merton Meadow. Completion expected Easter 2018 Full details can be found here

I totally agree Bob and it is very frustrating, especially when the people being targeted by the police about their comments or personal views appear to be dealt with a lot more severely by the courts than the regular thieves, burglars, druggies or motorist driving without insurance, clearly an agenda here...

Did you miss my little visit from the police earlier in the year Bob?

Photographs courtesy Paul Neades

New Tourist Information centre opened by our Mayor Sharon Michael in the Butter Market today. Pictured here with Butter Market owner Darren Socket

Absolutely spot on Steve.