UPDATE: FOI Submitted to RBWM

FOI Submitted: Getting the facts behind the Pets Corner decision.

A quick update on the campaign.

I have now submitted a detailed Freedom of Information request to RBWM seeking the records behind the recent proposal to permanently rehome the animals from Pets Corner.

The request asks for information on:

1. when and how the proposal was made and authorised;
2. the animal-welfare and enclosure assessments relied upon;
3. the costs, anticipated savings and any refurbishment estimates;
4. what alternatives to permanent rehoming were considered;
5. the relevant communications between senior officers and elected members; and
6. the current timetable and arrangements for rehoming the animals.

This is about getting a clear picture of what evidence was considered, what alternatives were explored and how this decision was reached.

I’ll keep everyone updated when RBWM responds and share what we learn.

The official RBWM ePetition is also still awaiting approval, and I’ll post that as soon as it goes live.

In the meantime, please keep supporting  and sharing the petition. Every signature and share helps demonstrate the the importance of the future of Pets Corner to the local community.

Thank you again for all the support.

Samuel