Concerned parents have told the Friends of East Greenwich Pleasaunce that the Council is considering closing the 'One O'Clock Club' service for parents and toddlers as part of widespread cost-cutting measures.
We've also been told that Greenwich Children's Services are holding a meeting about the proposed closure in the One O'Clock Club building in the Pleasaunce tomorrow, Saturday 15th January, 11am.
This has come as a complete shock to us as there has been no prior consultation or even communication with the Friends group from Children's Services.
We would urge all those with a view on this to go along to the meeting and find out exactly what the situation is and make your feelings known. Members of the Friends Committee will certainly be attending.
The service currently operates daily from 1pm to 3pm for parents with children under 5 years old. We're told the service could close in April, saving the Council around £25,000 a year, but this has yet to be verified.
More news will follow Saturday's meeting.
Impressive blog! -Arron
Posted by: rc helicopter | 21 December 2011 at 10:33 AM
Hi Hayley
Yes there is
http://www.ipetitions.com/petition/greenwichunder5/
Posted by: Sue | 25 February 2011 at 08:33 AM
Very concerned about the possible closure of a great facility for under 5s. Is there a petition we can sign? any kind of consultation documentation?
Posted by: Hayley Walker , mother of 2 under 5s | 19 January 2011 at 01:23 PM