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AI Tools are assisting local planning objectors.

Instead of the playing field being far from level, and in reality near vertical, this helps tilt it a few degrees towards residents' favour?Generative AI tools are increasingly being used by local residents to help compile objections to planning applications. These tools can scan planning documents, identify potential breaches of policy, and generate objection letters, speeches and even videos for presentation at planning committees.Platforms users “policy-backed objections in minutes” for a fee. They are designed to help people navigate complex planning rules and make their voices heard without relying on professional legal support. According to the Guardian, some community campaigners have also encouraged the use of tools like ChatGPT to draft objection letters, describing it as “like having a planning solicitor at your fingertips.” Proponents argue that this technology makes the system fairer and more accessible to those without specialist expertise.However, experts have warned of potential risks. Some AI-generated objections have reportedly included references to case law and appeal decisions that do not exist - a result of so-called “hallucinations” in large language models. Planning lawyers caution that inaccuracies could lead to confusion or decisions being made on incorrect information.Guardian Article - https://www.theguardian.com/politics/2025/nov/09/ai-powered-nimbyism-could-grind-uk-planning-system-to-a-halt-experts-warn

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Acton Community Fund is open - 80k available for local projects

Acton residents, community groups and charities — it's time to act!The Acton Community Fund—backed by £80,000—is officially open for applications!  The Acton Town Team (made up of 16 enthusiastic local people and local Cllrs!) wants to fund your projects, big or small, projects that create a cleaner, greener, and more welcoming town.As Town Team spokesperson Paul Mulcahy said: "Local people are best placed to identify the most effective ways to make a genuine difference in their own neighbourhoods."We are funding ideas that tackle:- Litter and waste reduction- Improving green spaces- Tackling fly-tipping and graffiti- Community clean-up events- Building community pride in our environmentThere are two types of grantsSmall Grants: From £150 to £1,500 for localised neighbourhood schemes.Larger Grants: Up to £15,000 for more ambitious, wider-impact projects.🚨 DEADLINE: Sunday, November 30, 2025, at 11:59 pm. 🚨Need Help or Inspiration?We're here to support you!Online Info Sessions (via Teams): Join the Town Team for a quick 15-minute presentation on how to apply:Tuesday - 11th November 2025 at 6.00pmMeeting ID: 932 337 891 992 1 Passcode: JF3gQ2 Tuesday - 11th November 2025 at 7.00pmMeeting ID: 939 256 841 022 2 Passcode: xx6p3V Tuesday 18th November 2025 at 6.00pmMeeting ID: 935 150 483 116 1 Passcode: Wc94CV Tuesday 18th November 2025 at 7.00pm Meeting ID: 935 657 831 562 2 Passcode: WW9R4D Drop-in Support: Get face-to-face help with EHCVS at Acton Library every Thursday between 10 am and 1:00 pm.Chat with the Town Team: Contact Paul Mulcahy for an informal chat: mulcahyp123@mail.comAPPLY NOW and turn your idea into action! ➡️ https://dosomethinggood.ealing.gov.uk/.../actons.../

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Small Electrical Donation points Acton

Action West London are STILL continuing to collect to your old electrical items gathering dust? 💡 Please don't throw them away! We need your donations of small, unwanted but fixable electrical items for our Electrical Fixing Training programme.Your last donations were used to train unemployed individuals in our community with new repair skills, helping them get back into work. The revived items where then donated to those in the community who need them most.We need donations of small electrical items that are unwanted but fixable! Kettles, toasters and other small items make good practice for our workshop attendees.Items collected are be used in a ‘FREE repair workshop’ for unemployed people wanting to gain ‘Electrical Fixing skills’. The workshop is being run by Action West London & West London Waste Authority. Any revived items will then be donated back to those in the community, who need them the most, via local charities.Please note: We cannot accept the following items for donation and repair• Phones/tablets, Laptop screens• Large battery packs, for example e-bikes, scooters, hoverboards• Microwaves • Power tools or high-wattage electricals• Televisions , Monitors , Printers • Large white goods e.g. fridges/washing machines/dryers Donated items should be placed in the donation bins • In a bag or large enveloped along with any chargers or cables for them• They should include a note that states what is wrong so the fixers can understand what the issues are. Donation points can be found at:Action West London OfficesUnit 9 Morris House, Swainson Road, W3 7UP - Tuesdays from 11am to 2pmAct One Cinema Uxbridge Road,W3 6NA - Daily from 11.30am to 10pmActon Market Kings Street, W3 9NW - Fri & Sat from 10am to 4pm https://actionwestlondon.org.uk/2025/09/help-us-fix-up-our-community-%f0%9f%9b%a0%ef%b8%8f/

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