Things relatively normal, attending meetings as usual. Of note was another first for me, as I had put a question to council which was on the agenda - this is where any back bencher can raise an issue with the relevant cabinet member by putting a written question. I even asked a supplementary question so a double whammy!
Second half ...
This is when advice slowly started to trickle through from the government curtailing activity because of coronavirus. As with everything & everyone else, we have had to change the way in which council is run, starting with ceasing moreorless all face to face meetings, site visits, and all other events. There is the possibility that some meetings will reconvene online, and we have all been encouraged to get into using the council's recommended platform to do so. A bit of a steep learning curve for me but at least I can now join arranged meetings when required.
As someone with an underlying health issue I'm gearing myself for at least a 12 week self isolation stint at home. But I'm very lucky - have a nice room I use as an office, can look out at my lovely garden (which fortunately my husband takes care of) which is currently bursting with daffodils & tulips. And I have lots of things to keep myself busy, including any council work I can do from home. So the blog will probably be on hold for now. Back in the summer - I hope. Strange times, indeed.
Les
