He refused to resign and his redundancy is seen by some as a convenient way out for all parties.

But when the recriminations are over the whole sorry saga must be put aside and the job of restoring Burngreave put back to the top of the political agenda.

In the words of Council Leader Paul Scriven: "We must ensure that the people of Burngreave get the best possible deal and that taxpayers get value for money."

Coun Scriven takes over as Sheffield Council's representative on BNDfC's board and those words are what he and his team will be judged by.

We can guarantee them that.

Family affair warms the hearts of us all
THERE'S a family wedding with a difference on Saturday and it's a union to gladden the heart of any cynic.

Leanna Johnson marries Christopher Marsh at St Peter's Church, Greenhill. Leanne is to be given away by one grandfather and married by the other.

Care worker Leanne and Chris thought they wouldn't be able to afford their day - so the folks rallied round.

Family and close friends have provided essentials, making all the dresses and providing the cake.

In an age where weddings can become over expensive it's a great example of what really matters, family and friends sharing a happy occasion.

We wish Leanna and Chris every happiness for the future.

Not so good to talk
FREQUENT use of mobile phones is apparently creating a generation of stressed teenagers.

The adolescents are restless, suffer from disturbed sleep and have attention and cognitive problems. But if it's bad for them, what about the rest of us, forced to listen to their inane chatter whether we want to or not!


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