Brian Medhurst, church treasurer, said the community cinema was "becoming a feature of village life".

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Liberal Democrat councillor Stephen Giles-Medhurst said he was "disappointed" Mr Lloyd was not standing down as county councillor.

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The Lib Dems also oppose the development at the site, with its leader Stephen Giles-Medhurst said Mr Pickles has "not listened to local wishes, even though he understands it will cause harm to the area".

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