We're not asking for DIVINE RIGHTS We just want a VOTE; He's been described as a tin-pot agitator... The Rev. Tim Stratford tells Tony Barrett why he's got one or two people hot under the collar.(News)

From: Liverpool Echo (Liverpool, England) | Date: June 1, 2007 | Copyright information

Byline: Tony Barrett

REVEREND Tim Stratford is not looking for divine inspiration in his campaign against Everton's proposals to build a new stadium in the heart of Kirkby.

All he wants is for the people of Kirkby to be given a vote.

Up until now, the only democratic gesture they have been granted by Knowsley Borough Council is a commitment to a full consultation and that, in Revd Stratford's eyes, is far too little.

He says: "We know th...

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