motherhen Posted March 18, 2009 Share Posted March 18, 2009 Sorry forgot to say, Chronicle is the evening newspaper for the Tyne and Wear area (Gateshead, Newcastle, Sunderland), Journal is the morning paper for the same area - both belong to the same company. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted March 18, 2009 Share Posted March 18, 2009 will PM you Jane, thanks a lot for that update Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ubereglu Posted March 18, 2009 Share Posted March 18, 2009 Am just about to sign. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seagazer Posted March 18, 2009 Share Posted March 18, 2009 I signed Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Helly Welly Posted March 18, 2009 Share Posted March 18, 2009 I signed too, let's hope we get somewhere with this. I'm sure the old couple are gladdened to know that so many people from all over the country care. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mostin Posted March 18, 2009 Share Posted March 18, 2009 I got quoted in the article , how proud am I , I really hope it helps the Lewis'. I am Elaine Wood in real life by the way . Glad this is still getting so much support. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Larkspurs Posted March 18, 2009 Share Posted March 18, 2009 That Journal article states a different reason entirely! Ronald and Elizabeth Lewis, of Dennison Crescent, Birtley, keep the birds in their back garden, but have been told by the Gateshead Housing Company that they have to go. They have been given until March 31 to find the birds, which the company says are a health and safety risk, a new home. Health & Safety risk? Either the reporter has made an error or the Gateshead Housing Company are desperate to wave the H&S flag. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A chickychickychick-ENN!! Posted March 19, 2009 Author Share Posted March 19, 2009 The BBC has a new site starting soon - Dig In. www.bbc.co.uk/digin which I understand is about self-sufficiency. Maybe there's something relevant for them in this for them to cover the issue? Or what about lcoal BBC news? Has anyone approached them? Councils HATE bad telly coverage. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted March 19, 2009 Share Posted March 19, 2009 just a quick update for those of us not using facebook... I'm very pleased to tell you that Mr and Mrs Lewis' grand-daughter has been in touch with me, she has sent us the following message... "Justine, i would just like to say thanks so much to you for setting up this group in support of my grandparents and thanks to everyone else for all the lovely messages. My grandma and grandad are overwhelmed by the support. The stress this has caused them both is unbelievable and all the kind words he is receiveing is helping him to bear this. We will let you know when we hear anymore from the council." So, as soon as I hear anything I'll let you know. Thank you all for your support so far! p.s. we have 276 members in the group so far but hoping to get loads more Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sandyhas3chucks Posted March 19, 2009 Share Posted March 19, 2009 i signed a wee while ago, & hubby did on my other email account just now. It makes my blood boil with so many "real" nuicances in life. unrully, rude sometimes drunk yongsters hanging around causing damage. Horrid noisy exhausr on cars revving around. cars wsith loud boom boxes. people with a REAL health and safety issue. SPITTING anywhere they like. Cat pooing in other peopleas gardens. RATS. do I need to go on? and 2 dear wee chooks giving wonderful pleasure & kept as PETS. AGHHHHH. MADNESS! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saronne Posted March 19, 2009 Share Posted March 19, 2009 just a quick update for those of us not using facebook... I'm very pleased to tell you that Mr and Mrs Lewis' grand-daughter has been in touch with me, she has sent us the following message... "Justine, i would just like to say thanks so much to you for setting up this group in support of my grandparents and thanks to everyone else for all the lovely messages. My grandma and grandad are overwhelmed by the support. The stress this has caused them both is unbelievable and all the kind words he is receiveing is helping him to bear this. We will let you know when we hear anymore from the council." So, as soon as I hear anything I'll let you know. Thank you all for your support so far! p.s. we have 276 members in the group so far but hoping to get loads more Well done, Justine. It's lovely to know that our support is giving the Lewis's some strength and comfort. Shame on Gateshead housing association. Hope they find it hard to sleep at night. Saronne Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted March 19, 2009 Share Posted March 19, 2009 ... It's lovely to know that our support is giving the Lewis's some strength and comfort. .. couldn't agree more xxx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Willow Posted April 9, 2009 Share Posted April 9, 2009 Hi Justine Just wondered if you'd heard anymore about the Gateshead couple ? Also a reminder to anyone who has not already signed the No 10 petition on garden poultry. The petition is @ http://petitions.number10.gov.uk/GardenPoultry/ Only 485 people signed so far and we have lots more that that registered on this forum alone Patricia Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Helly Welly Posted April 9, 2009 Share Posted April 9, 2009 I thought i had signed it but it's let me do it so i must have missed it the first time Now there are 486 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted April 9, 2009 Share Posted April 9, 2009 I'm in touch with their grandaughter. She advised me the couple met with the council the other day and she's going to update me when she can find out what happened. They're so grateful for all the support and nice comments on facebook by the way. As soon as I hear news, I will let you know, fingers x'd it's good news! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Olly Posted April 9, 2009 Share Posted April 9, 2009 Only 485 people signed so far and we have lots more that that registered on this forum alone Bear in mind that a lot of those registered here are not regular posters. Reading some of the previous posts I'm not sure that everyone has understood the purpose of this petition. It's stated to be 'to abolish all local by-laws prohibiting the keeping of hens in gardens'. By-laws are regulations passed by local authorities. I've never come across a by-law prohibiting the keeping of chickens, although no doubt some exist somewhere. Even if the petition were to succeed, it wouldn't help Mr & Mrs Lewis. They are not in breach of a by-law, they are in breach of their written tenancy agreement. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted April 9, 2009 Share Posted April 9, 2009 the petition is not for the lewis', it is running in conjunction with the lewis issue but thanks for your support olly. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted May 4, 2009 Share Posted May 4, 2009 we won, we won!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! http://www.journallive.co.uk/north-east-news/todays-news/2009/05/04/egg-celent-ronald-cracks-his-problem-61634-23533653/ just goes to show what standing together can do! I'm so happy for the Lewis family and thank you to everyone who had faith xxxxxxxxxxxxx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ain't Nobody Here Posted May 4, 2009 Share Posted May 4, 2009 Yay . And we all get a mention in the article too . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WitchHazel Posted May 4, 2009 Share Posted May 4, 2009 Fantastic news Justine! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Egluntyne Posted May 4, 2009 Share Posted May 4, 2009 Marvellous news. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chickvic Posted May 4, 2009 Share Posted May 4, 2009 Great news Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Helly Welly Posted May 4, 2009 Share Posted May 4, 2009 Fantastic!! Don't you just feel so empowered Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saronne Posted May 4, 2009 Share Posted May 4, 2009 Just shows you can fight town hall! Saronne x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted May 4, 2009 Share Posted May 4, 2009 really sorry everyone, just had a message from their grandaughter to say the media has jumped the gun on this one! They have another meeting with the council next week, she has no idea where the reporter is getting his quotes from. I'm so sorry for getting your hopes up but after reading the article I thought they were in the clear I will update you next week. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
