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In the 1980s and early 1990s Wem Civic Society initiated and co-ordinated the raising of money to develop the area around the Wem War Memorial so that it provided a more fitting tribute to the people who had given their lives in the service of their country. The area around the memorial was paved, and a set of processional steps and lamps were added. The proposal that the Civic Society should investigate the installation of handrails on the steps leading up to the War Memorial was made during the Members' Forum at the 2008 AGM. Numerous Wemians outside the Civic Society endorsed this suggestion so Jenny Leese (WCS Treasurer) began the task of investigating possible designs and matching quotations with potential funding. Consultations with other interested parties, including Richard Hewat-Jaboor (who was instrumental in the initial project) and local councillors, revealed concerns about the paving around the War Memorial. Another concern that has been raised is the lack of any barrier at the Mill Street side of the Memorial. This means that: [a] The edge overlooks the busy road and is quite precipitous. [b] The noise is disruptive of contemplation. [c] The memorial space does not have a clearly defined area. | 
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Processional Steps and Lamps |
The project will be carried out in 3 phases: (1) Handrail on the Processional Steps. (2) Paving around the Memorial. (3) The creation of a boundary for the area.
One comment has dominated all discussions. "There will only be one chance to do this. We must make sure that it is done right!" There will be extensive consultations to make sure that it is "done right" and that any additions enhance the existing steps and iconic lamps. |
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