Despite obvious Covid-era challenges, we've pushed on: this time last year, Ware's Neighbourhood Plan existed in a relatively rudimentary form, centred around a cluster of general policy goals derived from our first public consultation exercise. Then in January, we appointed a consultant, Alison Eardley – and under her guidance a skeleton document was produced in April, followed by a first full draft Plan in August. We then began presenting key policy extracts at community events around Ware, starting in September at the Southern Maltings Farmers' Market.

   Fingers crossed, we're now ready to take the latest version of our Draft to the next level and enter into the formal processes that will lead to the Plan's official adoption.

   So, once again, a huge thank you to everyone who's made a contribution.

   Wishing you a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.