Cornwall
has always been unique. We have a strong identity and our own language
and culture. Many of us consider ourselves Cornish before English and in recent
years we have seen a renewed interest in celebrating St Piran’s Day.
I do
believe that we should give more decision making powers to Cornwall and the
Government has already put together "growth deals" where new money
has been made available for Cornwall to spend on transport projects that it has
prioritised to promote growth.
I don't think we should build a Welsh style assembly and
have yet another tier of politicians. That would just be a waste of money.
Instead, we should focus on what more Cornwall Council can do. I would like to
see more powers relating to culture and heritage devolved to Cornwall Council
and taken away from English Heritage which I think can sometimes be remote.
But
Cornwall Council is far from perfect so in addition, I think we should give our
town and parish councils a greater say on how elements of Cornwall Council’s
budget is spent so they have more power and a stronger sense of purpose
