Cllr Roy Gerstner – Community Activist

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Whittlesey Community Movie Event.

Queen St Church – Saturday 3rd January

Doors open 18.30 for 19.00 start.

“ Water For Elephants”

Jacob joins a travelling circus as a vet after the death of his parents. Their boss has a violent streak that keeps everyone at bay, including his wife, Marlena. Jacob soon falls in love with Marlena.

No admission charges are made for these regular winter events with refreshments served during an interval.

Donations are much appreciated to offset operating expenses.
Card transactions now available if preferred.

If you value “cinema” events in your Town and would like them to continue, please try to come along.

Your smiling faces when attending encourage us to continue!
We really value your support!
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Many who know me, when reminiscing, ‘A Salty Story’ or two….
All I have to say are ‘true stories’, many have described me as ‘epicurean raconteur’ – their terminology not mine….so here is one of those ‘Salty Stories‘ – a Tragedy – with a good ending.
You can see the complete story on my other website LOF News – Click Here….

The Pioneer Incident
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Knowing the manager ‘helps’, Christmas Dinner with 14 of my family in Malaysia/Singapore….fantastic buffet (Inc Turkey and trimmings), Lamb, Beef, Lobster, Crab and King Prawns on the menu…..and the wait for it…..the cost for us ‘seniors’ £20 per person.
Can’t fault it, we arrived at 18:30 and left 3 hours later.

I’ve attached the menu…..

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As most know I’ve not been well during the year, but ‘Happy’ to say I’m a lot better.
It has been a ‘challenging time for both Connie and myself, that said, I’ve soldiered on with my Community and Council work.
Christmas Day, with an Infinity Pool all to myself (25c) (38th floor) with a view of downtown KL some 8 km distant.
Hoping everyone has a peaceful and restful day…..
See you all in a few days….

Hopefully a Healthy and Properous New Year.
©YouTuber Roy Gerstner@YouTube

Thank you for your help!

Dear Roy,

We would like to thank you for your generosity in donating to our Fenland Toy Appeal!

The social workers have delivered the presents to those in need, and you have helped more than 80 families across Fenland this year.

These gifts will really make a difference and mean that more children than ever will wake up to presents under the tree.

From all of us to you, merry Christmas and a happy new year!
Kind regards,
Fenland Neighbourhood Policing Team.
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A fantastic day as fair rides , stalls and entertainment adorned the central streets of Whittlesey. Possibly the most successful Extravaganza ever, thanks to financial donations from Whittlesey Town Council, Whittlesey Charity, Cllr Roy Gerstner, Robert Boddington, and Making Waves .

Thanks to the ride providers, St John Ambulance, Helping Whittlesey Community Pantry, Muffin Oven, Streetpride, Vault Academy, Ciara Duffy, Mark Owen, Cambridgeshire Fire & Rescue. Pig Dyke Molly, Andrew Waling, Whittlesey Roundtable/Tangent, Whittlesey Lions, the 30 volunteers, raffle draw sponsors James Dighton Pest Control, P& L Motors, Phil Brannigan Ltd and the many donations of prizes, Matt Waller, Peterborough Society of Magicians, Quinns and Black Bull for the extra car parking slots.

The Extravaganza also the appreciates the support of the Primary school’s, the Library, Gifts Galore, Parker’s Newsagents, Sophy Beth’s Hair and Beauty and the Market Emporium for allowing the Extravaganza sell advance tokens .

Radio Fenland was delighted to be the official media outlet , finally a big thanks to the community of Whittlesey for attending and supporting en mass and the overwelming kind comments that have been made .

The organising Committee was:
Robert Windle & Julie Windle.
Corinne Wooding.
Cllr Roy Gerstner.
Robert Boddington.
Stuart & Kelly Rayner.
Carl Flippance.
Kay Mayor.
Lynn & Steve Palmer.

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Dear Team Leader

President Kevin Buckland and Whittlesey Rotary Club wish you and your team a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year together with a big thank you for your support of our Life Education Quiz.

Last November was our 29th Annual quiz and we raised nearly £1000, including a kind donation of £50 from The Whittlesey Lions Club. All the money is going to help local schools provide Life Education sessions to their pupils.

Saturday the 14th November 2026 will be our 30th Anniversary and on this special occasion we wish to exceed the £1000 target and hopefully you will be able to join us for this celebration.

Wishing you a healthy and prosperous New Year.
David

On Behalf of Jim Saunders,
Rotary Lead for Life Education Quiz

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Every year, Darryl Preston has asked for the maximum allowed before having to go to a referendum? 5% – arguments about unfair funding, but this also occured for more than 10 years when we had a Conservative run government….Ask for your opinions…..does he take any notice?
Just fed up with excuses…..Its Christmas let be Happy for a Day.

Police and Crime Commissioner Darryl Preston is asking the public for their views as he prepares a new budget to deliver policing across Cambridgeshire and Peterborough.  
The Commissioner has launched an online survey asking residents how much they would be prepared to pay towards policing in 2026-2027. 

Policing funding comes from two sources – just over half from central government and the remainder from the policing part of council tax (known as the precept).    

“As your elected Police and Crime Commissioner, it is my responsibility to set the budget for policing our county over the coming year”, explains Darryl.  

“The money we receive from government is based on an historically inadequate funding formula which does not meet growing demand. Since the formula was last updated to reflect our growing population, the number of people in our region has increased by a further 16% and is set to grow much faster than the national average, resulting in Cambridgeshire Constabulary remaining the fourth lowest funded force in the country.   

For the financial year, 2026-2027, government expects Police and Crime Commissioners to increase the precept element of council tax by £15 (based on a Band D property).   

“I continue to campaign for fairer funding,” says Darryl, “however while the current formula remains in place, taxpayers living in Cambridgeshire and Peterborough end up contributing almost half of our total police budget.    

“Without increasing the police element of council tax, we will not be able to maintain current record officer numbers and deliver the service the public expects. 

“I am therefore proposing an increase of 5% for taxpayers in Cambridgeshire and Peterborough. This means an increase of £14.94 per year (29 pence per week) for those in Band D properties.  

“It is important the Chief Constable has the resources he needs to be able to tackle crime and anti-social behaviour while continuing to deliver an effective and efficient service, taking into account the changing nature of policing and increasing demand.”

Please do take a moment to tell the Commissioner your views – your responses will help inform his final decision on how much he should raise the policing part of council tax.

The survey is available online and will be open until midnight on Sunday 11th January 2026.  

If you need help to share your views or would prefer to give your views by telephone, please call 0300 333 3456 or email cambs-pcc@cambs.police.uk.

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