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.
Episodes
11 episodes
Reshaping Our World: The Impact of Active Community Engagement
What if you could be the architect of your own neighborhood's future? Join us for an enlightening discussion with Dr. Richard Sidebottom as we unravel the neighborhood planning process in Finchingfield and Wethersfield. This episode promises to...
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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39:33
Wethersfield's Mega Prison Debate: Insights from a Passionate Advocate
What if building more prisons isn't the answer to overcrowding and rising prisoner numbers? In today’s episode of The Fields Association On Air, we sit down with Frank Easton, who once passively attended parish council meetings but now passiona...
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53:02
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 ...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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40:42
Surviving the Unexpected: The Journey of an Army Base Community
Have you ever wondered what it's like to live on a military base, with power outages, water shortages, and the constant threat of unexpected relocation? Lesley, a Vice Chair of the Field Association and part of an Army family, gives us an intim...
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Season 1
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Episode 4
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30:38
Exploring Wethersfield Airbase: Unfolding History, Architectural Wonders, and Future Plans with Ross Stewart
Welcome to a journey back in time, as we navigate through the captivating history of the Wethersfield Airbase with our special guest, Ross Stewart. A dedicated veteran of the base museum for over a decade, Ross enlightens us with tales from his...
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Season 1
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Episode 3
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37:20
Exploring the Severe Contamination Issues at Wethersfield Airfield
Unearth the shocking truth about Wethersfield Airfield's severe contamination issues, as revealed by Andrew Hull, chairman of the WASC. Discover the alarming contents of a 50-page report, which the Home Office only acknowledged after being pres...
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Season 1
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Episode 2
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41:23
Citizen Power: Shaping the Future of Wethersfield
Ever wonder how citizen power can influence government decisions? Join me, your host Michelle Chapman, and my esteemed guest, Alan McKenzie, Chair of the Field Association, as we delve into how a collective voice can shape the destiny of a comm...
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Season 1
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Episode 1
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23:26