“We must advocate stricter planning regulations to prevent building on delicate environmental areas, such as Greenfield sites and floodplains.

 “This would prevent unsustainable and economically unviable developments.

 “I am also calling for a redefinition of Brownfield sites to exclude gardens to curb the increasing trend of ‘garden-grabbing’ by developers.

“Empowering communities is what planning reform must be about, and I look forward to progress in Wales of changes to planning guidance.”

“Within 24 hours of announcing Enterprise Zones in England the UK Government had set a deadline by which time local authorities will have the power to discount business rates for specific businesses. Such rate relief is worth up to £275,000 per business over five years.

“I call on the Welsh Government to bring a similar rate of relief on stream as soon as possible, and by a specific deadline, for Enterprise Zones in Wales.

“In addition to this I call upon the Welsh Government to promise the people of Wales that they will work more closely with the business community and the private sector over the coming months.”

“The target set by the Welsh Government is that all business and residential premises in Wales will have access to Next Generation Broadband by 2015 and I fully support this.

“Full availability of Next Generation broadband would enable many businesses across Wales to access vast amounts of valuable information and resources and would also give an opportunity for businesses to boost their profile abroad thus helping to foster a more global outlook for enterprise in Wales.

“There are fears however, that the Welsh Government will miss its own target, with BT estimating that only 40% of premises in Wales will have access to next generation broadband by 2014.

“I call upon the Welsh Government to pull out all the stops to ensure that this target is not missed.”

As well as the usual stalls including books, cakes, tombola, bottle stall and bric-a-brac, this year’s entertainment has been stepped up a notch. There will be a magical appearance by Peter the Magician, a Fun Dog Show, football competitions, face painting, hot dogs, the Youth Bus, Parisellas Ice Cream and more, all topped off with Rockin’ Ron – a popular local singer – and compered by Bryan George.

The event is being held to raise money, along with various grant applications, to allow the Friends of Queens Park to move onto the next phase of renovating the park. The Friends hope to renovate the entrance pillars and to install a Sensory Garden. 

Cllr Janet Finch-Saunders AM – local Assembly Member and one of the founder members of Friends of Queens Park – said: “This is a perfect example of The Big Society in action.  

“There is a true partnership between the local residents, Councillors and Conwy County Borough Council. Without this partnership approach we could neverhave imagined the possibilities of improving the park as we have.

“We have received anonymous donations and are most grateful to these unsung heroes as every penny is appreciated. 

“We are most grateful to many local shopkeepers and businesses within Craig-y-don and Llandudno who have been very generous and provided us with many items for the raffle and stalls. 

“Fingers crossed for good weather!”

 Janet also paid tribute to those who have helped ensure the continued success of the project, including the dedicated committee members, including Margaret and Richard Own, Barbara Meredith (Chairman), Frank Bradfield (Treasurer and Grants Officer), Cllr Joyce Audus Williams and Laura Oldfield. Also the fundraising committee members, including Cllr Christine Jones, Cllr Mike Pearce, Lindsey Pearce, Carol Burns, Francis and Sonia Davies, Sandy Halliday, Carol and Dave Oldfield and Gareth Saunders. Janet also gave special thanks to Lyn Davies, Peter Barton Price and the parks department at Conwy County Borough Council for all their help, support and advice. 

The Party in the Park will kick off at midday at Queens Park, Queens Road, Craig-y-don on Saturday 20^th August 2011.

28th March 2011 - Mark Isherwood and Janet Finch Saunders were delighted to launch the start of the Bo to AV campaign in North Wales ably supported by Councillors and Activists.  Janet Finch Saunders said,  "The Alternative Vote System will fail our democracy.  AV will lead to constant co-alition government.  This is not in the best interest of our nation.  Please ensure that you use your vote to say No to AV."

 Nick Bourne AM said: “The Welsh Conservative message at the Assembly elections is a strong one, focusing on our priorities of health, education, economic growth and sound finances.

 “Labour’s had its chance and failed. Health targets are being missed, our education system is going backwards and we are the poorest part of the UK.

“It’s time for a new voice to represent the people of Wales. That’s the Welsh Conservatives.”

 Janet Finch-Saunders who is standing as the Welsh Conservative Assembly Candidate said " I am proud to be fighting to win this seat with some real common sense policies and a genuine focus on the health service for our residents in Aberconwy. For too long we have suffered as we have witnessed the frequent down grades to our local hospital and an absolute withdrawal of our only E.M.I unit"

She added, "Since the Welsh Assembly was formed we have only had Labour and Plaid policies here in Aberconwy - It is time for common sense and it is time for change"

This acknowledges the expertise that Cllr Finch-Saunders has gained whilst she has been actively involved within the Conservative Party, in particular as a member and Senior Officer of the Aberconwy Conservative Association.

Cllr Janet Finch- Saunders has vast political experience being recognised as an approved Parliamentary Candidate and Welsh Assembly Candidate, narrowly missing out last time and Janet is also a Conwy County Councillor and has served on Llandudno Town Councillor for the past 17 years,

Janet is currently the Conservative Group Leader and Leader of the Opposition, chairing the main Principal Scrutiny committee. She says; "I am really looking forward to working with Nick Bourne A.M. and the Welsh Conservative Assembly team, as we set out our policies for the forthcoming Welsh Assembly Election Manifesto, the elections of which will be held on May 5th 2011"