A lot to consider

The arguments in the United States Congress over the debt ceiling have been resolved in the short term, but the stage has been set for a battle royal leading up to the presidential election in November 2012. There will be much to comment on in the intervening period.

The problems of the eurozone have taken a serious turn for the worse as Spain and Italy totter on the edge of the default chasm.  What direction will response to the crisis take?  A break-up of the eurozone? Will there be a fiscal union?  Will the European Union seek to charge down the road to full political union?  How will the United Kingdom respond?

So much for foreign affairs. In the UK the issue of Scottish independence will continue to demand attention. Indeed, the issue of Welsh independence may arise in view of claims today that Wales would be better off in Europe as a distinct nation rather than being part of the UK.

In Royal Tunbridge Wells the issue of town centre regeneration will plod along to resolution. Southborough will be battling over the proposed Tesco store.

In Rusthall the parish council is getting into its' stride.  Rusthall Village Association's officers include candidates who failed to secure election to the parish council or the borough council.  Will the Association act as a cheerleader for the parish council or will tensions develop?  Hopefully neither.

So, much to consider and just think, we have the Olympics as well!