Diary Dates

Members evening to meet Tesco

6pm Monday 22 April
Dining Room
Guildhall, Hadleigh

(Paid-up Chamber members only)

It is that time again in the current round of the planning application for Brett Works for wider discussion and the Tesco representatives have asked us to arrange an evening meeting where members can talk to them, discuss the perceived benefits and local concerns. This meeting will be primarily to explore concerns and needs in the light of planning approval being given.

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