RK/SJA/Cons/WCC

18 June 2004

Councillor Mrs Jane Scott
Leader
Wiltshire County Council
County Hall
Trowbridge
Wiltshire
BA14 8JN

Wiltshire Magazine

I have just read the June edition. It is attractive and informative. I wonder how many people get to read it?

I was unaware of the magazine's existence until I found one in the foyer at County Hall. I asked if I could be sent one - and I was!

Please can you explain the policy behind the distribution of "Wiltshire Magazine"? Is it supposed to be delivered free to every household in Wiltshire? I rather doubt it - because I have yet to come across anyone who receives it.

What is the total cost of production of the magazine? I note that it costs 6p at time - which is certainly a very small sum.

How many staff are employed in the communications unit of Wiltshire County Council? How many of them edit the magazine?

Incidentally, Salisbury District Council also produces a magazine. That has never been delivered to my home, either!