Investigates the social and practical implications of using Internet technology to deliver information relating to participation in a social situation.
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Cite as: Bishop, J. (2003). The Internet for educating individuals with social impairments. Journal of Computer Assisted Learning 19 (4), 546-556.
The electronic petition to save Ynysangharad Park from developers became even easier to sign this week, as a new mobile number was launched.
Local campaigner Jonathan Bishop is seeking electronic signatures from the public to ask the Prime Minister to recognise the outcome of the referendum held in 2003 in which 78% of voters voted against parking in the park.
Speaking at the Labour Party Conference in Swansea on Saturday, Mr Bishop called on the Assembly Planning Minister Carwyn Jones to ensure that when referendums are held on planning matters that planning committees listen to the wishes of the public.
To sign the petition to prevent parking in the park simply visit Mr Bishop’s website at http://www.jonathanbishop.org.uk/savepontypark or using the new mobile service by texting “SPP” followed by your full name, the number or name of your house and your postcode to 07875 726076.
I read with interest the article about the role of the University of Glamorgan in the economy of Pontypridd (University is a terrific asset, March 13).
The university provides a considerable customer base for a thriving market town with a culturally distinct evening economy.
However, this does not sound like the Pontypridd I know that has seen virtually no investment from the nationalists at RCT Council and continually has its assets threatened by their destructive policies.
In the same period that Plaid Cymru have been in office in RCT, Cardiff has changed significantly.
From the university in Park Place, to the end of the Taff Trail in Cardiff Bay, people have access to beautiful parks, numerous clubs and social venues and a growing number of shopping outlets and entertainment facilities.
Cardiff might be the capital city, and should expect this sort of investment, but why should Pontypridd not experience the urban renaissance that other European towns take for granted?
Source: Pontypridd & Llantrisant Observer, Pontypridd
William Dylan was right to emphasis the need for a second chamber in Parliament (The Western Mail, February 24), but his suggestion of a Senate would not produce any better legislation than the House of Lords does now.
In 1999 we voted for our preferred party to form a draft of the Health (Wales) Bill in the Assembly, and in 2001 we voted for an MP to debate the specifics of this Bill in Parliament.
The last thing we want in 2003 is to elect another load of politicians to play party politics with a very important piece of legislation for Wales.
In my view a second chamber should be made up of experts to scrutinise legislation, people from the real world, with real knowledge and experience. In the case of the Health (Wales) Bill this would be health-care professionals, the people this Bill will affect and who know what its implications will be.
If we really want democracy in our legislative process then the people affected by proposed laws should be involved and not just politically motivated individuals.
Source: The Western Mail
The youngest representative of Llantwit Fardre Community Council was sworn-in this week. And the 23-year-old hopes to follow in the footsteps of his family who worked tirelessly in the public service.
Jonathan Bishop of Heol-y-Parc, Efail Isaf, was sworn-in as a Community Councillor for Llantwit Fardre last Wednesday (April 23).
A Freeman of Llantrisant, Coun Bishop hopes to follow in the footsteps of his ancestor, Coun Ivor Jacob, who was chairman of Llantrisant Town Council in 1947, by making a worthwhile contribution to his community.
“I feel honoured to have been given the chance to represent my community and take an active role in helping to change it for the better. This next year looks to be exciting and challenging, and I’m looking forward to playing my part in making it a successful one.â€
Chairman of Llantwit Fardre Community Council, Coun John Worth said: “Jonathan Brings with him a lot of enthusiasm and commitment and we welcome the opportunity of working with him over the coming year to continue to make Llantwit Fardre a community to be proud ofâ€.
Source: Pontypridd & Llantrisant Observer, Pontypridd