The Fields Association - On Air
The Fields Association discuss all matters in connection with Wethersfield Airbase and its impact on the local community and proposed residents, be that Asylum Seekers or Prisoners. We try to balance all sides of the arguments as we discuss government decisions and the impact on a small Community.
Each episode will explore in depth, all the questions community members near and far are asking in relation to the thorny issues that are now part of our everyday lives.
Interviews with individuals from different organisations, sharing their knowledge, will help us and others, try to navigate through these challenging times.
Podcasting since 2023 • 9 episodes
The Fields Association - On Air
Latest Episodes
Is a Mega Prison at Wethersfield Really the Answer?
Is building a mega prison at Wethersfield Air Base the solution to the UK's prison crisis, or a costly misstep? This episode of the Fields Association On Air explores this pressing issue with Andrew Hull from the Wethersfield Air Base Scrutiny ...
September 15, 2024
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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42:06
The Balancing Act: Navigating Planning Regulations and the Power of Local Voices with John Pearce
Unlock the mysteries of planning regulations and their real-world applications as John Pearce, a seasoned planning expert, joins us for a riveting exploration of development orders and local democracy. This episode is a must-hear for anyone kee...
January 11, 2024
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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47:37
John Strange on the Power of Resident Participation in Neighbourhood Planning
Ever wondered how your neighbourhood took shape? How decisions about housing, infrastructure, and amenities were made? Join us on a fascinating journey with John Strange, Vice Chairman of the Finchingfield Parish Council, as we unlock the secre...
November 29, 2023
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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27:12
Bridging the Justice Gap: Sue Willman's Fight for Legal Equity and Social Justice
Imagine a world where access to justice isn’t a privilege, but a fundamental right. That's the vision we explore with our guest, Sue Willman, a Senior Consultant Solicitor of Deighton Pierce Glynn (DPG). We delve into the struggle of marginalis...
October 06, 2023
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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37:17
Challenging Change: Mark Ault's Fight for the Three Fields Ward and the Future of Wethersfield Airfield
Imagine turning a safe conservative ward into a thriving independent one, and challenging looming governmental plans – that's what our guest, Mark Ault, the new district councillor for the Three Fields Ward, has done. Mark shares his compelling...
September 17, 2023
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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40:42