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EAST BERGHOLT PARISH COUNCIL
MINUTES OF THE PARISH COUNCIL MEETING
Thursday 10 October 2024 at The Lambe School, Gaston Street, East Bergholt
Present – Parish Councillors
Councillor J Miller (Chairman)
Councillor R Allen
Councillor M Burns
Councillor P Dent
Councillor R Elmer
Councillor M Hockley
Councillor M Hurley
Councillor L Matthews
Councillor J Price
Councillor N Roberts
Councillor R Wombwell
Councillor G Woodcock
In Attendance
G White, Parish Clerk
N Reed, Consultant
Five members of the public
Open Public Session
Sara Wilcock, representing the Tennis Club, gave an overview of the recent history from the point at
which the club was re-formed and its growth and success since then. The club has managed with a
shed which it has outgrown and a proper pavilion with toilets is important for the membership and
particularly children. A CIL bid has been made to Babergh in respect of the whole project but the
club also seeks the support of the Parish Council with the planning application to fit into the
calendar for having obtained permission by the time the CIL application round finishes in March
2025. If that deadline is missed there will be a six-month delay.
Councillor Hockley added that the CIL application to Babergh was being held in abeyance pending
planning approval.
Andrew Goodwin referred to his planning application DC/24/0514 for the demolition of an existing
bungalow/outbuildings and construction of 2no one and a half storey three-bedroom dwellings,
complete with parking and infrastructure at Imbre, Askins Road, East Bergholt. He said the
application had been revised and new plans submitted which he described.
Councillor Price noted that this re-consultation had not been listed on the planning list. The Clerk
apologised for missing this, which had only been drawn to his attention earlier in the day.
Councillor Woodcock considered the revisions to be much improved upon the original application
and enquired about the air pumps and sought assurances from Mr Goodwin that they were not
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overly noisy. Such assurances were given. Mr Goodwin added that none of the neighbours had
objected to the revised application.
Terry Dadds said that he was glad to see that a youth club might be heading back to East Bergholt.
On Saturday Ben Bibby will make his 500
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appearance for East Bergholt United in addition to his
many youth games for the club since the age of seven. He is club captain and a Sports Council
member. Mr Dadds invited the Council to add its congratulations to Mr Bibby which it did
unanimously.
Mr Dadds referred to the petition concerning the Co-op’s proposed move to the shop on the Hill’s
development. He suggested that the Council should not get involved with it. The move would be
unpopular in some quarters but the current shop was small and there were continuing parking
problems. The new location would be nearer for the majority of the village’s population.
At the last Parish Council meeting there was reference to changes to waste collection by Babergh in
2026 and in particular the introduction of food waste containers. Mr Dadds suggested that the
Parish Council should talk to neighbouring authorities, for instance Tendring, who already have this
facility to establish its popularity and ease of use.
Mr Dadds considered that comments by some councillors at the last Council meeting were
inappropriate and did not demonstrate the need for the village to work together, as espoused by
Councillor Matthews. He considered that village organisations had never worked together fully and
that the Council should lead in seeking to achieve that. He instanced the various halls in the village
run by various organisations which were empty most of the time and clubs/organisations which
pursued their own agendas quite separately from each other. Councillors should be representing
parishioners generally and not promoting outside bodies to which they have been appointed.
Homelessness and social housing are major issues for local authorities yet in East Bergholt we
have a Community Land Trust with little money and little land and a United Charities Trust with lots
of land and money, yet no co-ordinated action.
Mr Dadds said he had defended the Parish Council both here and to villagers and was saddened to
make this outburst and he implored the Council to work together to make the village better.
Councillor Hockley referred to Mr Dadds comments concerning use by sports clubs of the Sports
Pavilion and noted that both the Bowls Club and the Tennis Club do use it when they have
something on and whilst it may be underused, it is available to both sporting and non-sporting
village organisations.
Councillor Wombwell considered Mr Dadds’ remarks about parish councillors to be out of order and
out of proportion when considered against the good (voluntary) work councillors do for the
community.
The Chairman noted that parish councillors are elected/co-opted to represent the public and can
express their own views in so doing. However, when the Council votes upon an issue, the resultant
resolution applies to all councillors who share collective responsibility.
Sara Wilcock referred to the inclusive nature of the tennis club, the only constraint being the ceiling
on membership having regard to the number of courts available.
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Councillor Roberts said that with regard to the Tennis Club’s long-term ambitions a proper business
plan would be beneficial and would assist applications for funding.
Brian Willsher added that the CIL application did have a short-term business plan attached, but it
was not possible to predict the future too far ahead as membership numbers may vary.
The Chairman thanked the members of the public for their contributions and closed the Open Public
Session at 8.08pm.
72.24.25 Apologies for absence
Apologies for absence received from Councillor Davies and County Councillor Hall, were NOTED.
73.24.25 Declaration of Interests/Dispensations
Councillor Hurley declared non-pecuniary interests in items 3 and 5 on the planning list (Agenda
item 7), being planning applications from near neighbours of his acquaintance. He said he would not
vote on the second of the two applications.
74.24.25 Welcome to the new Parish Councillor
The Chairman welcomed Councillor Marion Burns to her first meeting, following her co-option by the
Council on 3 October.
The Chairman had asked Councillor Burns about her particular interests for appointment to the most
appropriate committee and it was proposed by Councillor Miller, seconded by Councillor Hockey
and RESOLVED (eleven voted for, none voted against) that Councillor Burns be appointed to the
Young People Committee for the remainder of the municipal year 2024/25.
75.24.25 Minutes
Members identified three necessary corrections in the minutes of 12 September:
1. Attendees list Councillor Mark Hurley, not Michael.
2. Minute 64 item 5 At the end of the penultimate sentence, insert ‘The joint letter sent to
Suffolk County Council nearly three years ago from Dan Woodcock (Headteacher of the
High School) and Councillor Price about road safety outside the school, specifically
mentioned that the zebra crossing should be positioned on the west side of the school
entrance otherwise the majority of pupils would not use it. Suffolk County Council have
missed this vital safety need and permitted the crossing to be constructed on the east side of
the school entrance.’
3. Minute 64 items 6&7 Insert ‘Items 6 and 7 were noted’
4. Minute 65 item 5 Add at end of penultimate sentence ‘and had explicitly pointed out that the
pedestrian crossing was in the wrong location’.
5. Minute 66 Add descriptions to addresses on all consultations.
It was proposed by Councillor Hurley, seconded by Councillor Roberts and RESOLVED (ten voted
for, none voted against) that subject to the foregoing amendments, the minutes of the meeting of 12
September 2024 and the minutes of the Extraordinary meeting of 3 October be approved as a
correct record.
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76.24.25 Matters Arising/Updates
66.24.25 The Granary, Flatford – Councillor Roberts said that the Council had been talking at
crossed purposes. Although the minute is a correct record, it conveys misleading information. Joyce
Baker had not had her application for Listed Building Consent rejected by the Inspector, rather her
appeal against refusal of Listed Building Consent had been rejected. There is no further right of
appeal though the Chairman pointed out that an extended Conservation Area and a new application
for Listed Building Consent with new evidence might be considered. In addition, the Parish Council
could consider making an application for listing itself. Councillor Davies was to discuss the matter
with the Babergh heritage team and hopefully will report back in November.
68.24.25 EB United Charities – Councillor Hockley reported that the next meeting of trustees had
not yet taken place. Nevertheless, he will invite the Trustees to meet the Parish Council at the next
Parish Council meeting. Chairmanship of the Charities is currently on a revolving basis amongst the
trustees and it may be Councillor Hockley’s turn next.
77.24.25 County and District Councillors’ Reports
The written reports from County Councillor Hall and District Councillor Davies which had been
circulated, were NOTED.
78.24.25 Correspondence
The correspondence set out in the Correspondence List circulated with the agenda and
subsequently was considered and NOTED, comprising:
Date
Sender Subject
1. 24/09/24 Councillor Matthews Notes from Babergh East Police and
Parish Forum
2. 30/09/24 Larry Furness Petition re Co-op proposals
3 30/09/24 Suffolk Highways Notice of road repairs
4 01/10/24 Sudbury and South Suffolk
Citizens Advice
Invitation to AGM and Impact Report
5 01/10/24 Babergh DC Energy projects update
6 03/10/24 Babergh DC Grant funding opportunities
7 04/10/24 Community Action Suffolk Suffolk Rural Housing Event
8 04/10/24 National Grid Project update
9 08/10/24 Suffolk County Council Local Transport Plan Consultation
Item 1 – Councillor Matthews had attended the Babergh East Police and Parish Forum and
reported that the Police and Crime Commissioner, Tim Passmore spoke of a high-achieving
police force, one of the best in the country, but was concerned about the funding formula for
the county. This put increasing pressure on all resources. The Chief Constable, Rachel
Kearton, soke of the new operating model which also focuses on increasing local and
community engagement. The Community Constable spoke of the need for residents to
protect themselves with rural crime, theft from outbuildings and car theft being the highest
priorities.
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Other questions from the floor covered two-tier policing, firearms, police HQ, farmers and
real crime including robberies.
There is a remaining focus in Ipswich on drug and gang related crime.
Items 2 – Councillor Hurley said he could see benefits of a larger shop, more parking and
more beneficial to the community. He thought the Parish Council ought to be more proactive
regarding future use of the current shop. The Chairman pointed out that the decision the Co-
op make will be a commercial decision. She noted that the Co-op have said that they will
liaise with the Parish Council over their final determination of use of the current premises.
They know the Parish Council would like the provision of a retail experience and would be
willing to assist them in achieving that. A change of use would be necessary for anything
other than retail use.
Councillor Hurley thought it would be counterproductive to support the petition. Councillor
Burns thought there is a need for the proper publicity of facts which dispels misinformation.
The Chairman considered that the Parish Council has very limited ability to influence events.
Councillor Roberts said that the Neighbourhood Plan review is drafting a village centre policy
intended to protect retail uses and encourage footfall. It recognises the importance of
retaining a dynamic and welcoming village centre which continue to attract shoppers and
retain its role as a hub.
Councillor Wombwell was concerned about the traffic on Heath Road with regard to speed
and crossing points
The Chairman summarised the debate and said the Council will not be taking part in the
petition. The Council’s policy is to see a retail shop in the centre of the village; to try to
influence the Co-op’s next course of action; and talking regularly in the village about retail
outlets.
Item 4 – Councillor Hurley volunteered to attend the AGM.
Item 6 – Grant opportunities were noted and will be communicated to the village.
Item 9 – Councillor Roberts noted that the last day for responses to the invitation to comment
on the Suffolk Transport Plan for the period to 2040 was 25 November.
He observed that the Transport Plan for Suffolk, a predominantly rural county, focussed only
on the county’s towns. In Babergh only Hadleigh and Sudbury were covered. There are no
plans for rural roads, nor any of Babergh’s villages, many suffering from serious traffic
pressures. He considered this to be a serious missed opportunity. All rural transport issues
are totally overlooked and he felt this was in no way appropriate for a rural county.
It was proposed by Councillor Roberts, seconded by Councillor Woodcock and RESOLVED
(unanimously) that Suffolk County Council reconsiders the absence of any rural transport
planning in its Plan. This is considered to be a major missed opportunity and the Parish
Council highlights the above concerns in its response and calls for Suffolk County Council to
address the rural transport issues faced across the county in its Transport Plan to 2040.
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79.24.25 Planning
79.1 Planning Applications received
The Council considered the planning applications received from the Local Planning Authority
since the last meeting as follows:
DC/24/04207 Burnt Oak House, Flatford Lane, East Bergholt, CO7 6UN –
Application for works to trees in a Conservation Area – Fell the
cherry (T1) leaving a stump. Reduce 2no sycamore and 2no
Hornbeam (G2) to leave high stems at 4m to retain as a hedge in
order to let light into the neighbours.
Discussion took place and there was no objection to the felling of the
cherry tree. However, there were concerns about reducing the
sycamore and hornbeam trees which were considered to form part of
the character of the area.
It was proposed by Councillor Woodcock and seconded by Councillor
Roberts that approval be recommended. The motion was lost (three
voted for, eight voted against).
It was proposed by Councillor Wombwell, seconded by Councillor
Hockley and RESOLVED (eight voted for, three voted against) that
refusal be recommended on the following ground:
The Hornbeam tree is a large scale and important tree, significant to the
large-scale tree canopy within which several listed cottages and
buildings nestle, including the old pub, the Kings Head and the Town
House which was the parish work house. This forms the character of
this part of the conservation area and contributes to the uniqueness of
the Dedham Vale National Landscape (formerly known as ANOB). This
is a view commemorated in John Constables paintings.
The Parish Council has no objection to the cherry tree being cut down.
DC/24/04060 Land adjacent to Oranges and Lemons Café, Rectory Hill, East
Bergholt, CO7 6TL – Planning Application – Erection of 1no two-
storey dwelling.
It was proposed by Councillor Woodcock and seconded by Councillor
Roberts that approval be recommended. The motion was lost (three
voted for, eight voted against).
It was proposed by Councillor Matthews, seconded by Councillor
Hockley and RESOLVED (eight voted for, none voted against) that
refusal be recommended on the following grounds:
This site lies in the EB conservation area and in the Dedham Vale
Natural Landscape.
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The introduction of a house on this space will have a significant impact
on the character assessment of this corner of the village, impacting
negatively on its sense of place, and directly impacting on the views of
the listed building of the Town House and the Kings Head building (now
known as Oranges and Lemons).
This garden plot (previously the pub garden) is part of the commercial
business estate relating to the King’s Head and had previously been
used for serving beer and lunches for the King’s Head pub. Currently
along one side of the garden is car parking for the very successful
Oranges and Lemons café and shop. The parking for the café business
is already difficult as it is a busy road, one of the main car arteries of the
village, and which forms the tourist route from the village centre to the
National Trust’s Flatford Mill (200,000 visitors per year). Building a new
house along this road side will reduce the car parking space spaces
along the road currently used by the business customers of Oranges
and Lemons causing damage to the business of the currently thriving
facility which is important for East Bergholt residents and for visitors
from across the District.
Policy EBP2 of East Bergholt’s Neighbourhood Plan includes the
following paragraphs:
• “Would not have an unacceptable adverse impact on the
Dedham Vale Are of Outstanding Natural Beauty (Map 9), Local Green
Spaces or sites biodiversity and geodiversity importance;”
• “Conserves, enhances and respects the Conservation Area
(Map 18), heritage assets and built character of the local area,
respecting the density, rhythm, pattern, proportions and height of
existing development in the street scene;”
• “Would not have an unacceptable adverse impact on the local
highway network;”
• “Would be of an acceptable size and scale that contributes to
the character of the village and the “Sense of Place”
This application contravenes these policies by:
• Having an unacceptable impact on this are of the Dedham Vale
Natural Landscape and the East Bergholt conservation area by creating
infill in this area that is commemorated in John Constable’s paintings,
part of our village’s local history tourist route.
• Has direct impact on the listed Town house building to the east
and the heritage Kings Head to the west of the site, closing down what
is currently a cosy village scale scene with the crowded infill of another
significant building
• Has a direct impact on parking as the entrance to the property
would take away much needed parking space impacting on the
Oranges and Lemons business viability.
• Takes away from the “sense of place” of this ancient corner of
our village.
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DC/24/03420 4 Quintons Corner, East Bergholt, CO7 6RD – Householder
Application – Erection of single storey extension and cart lodge
including raising roof to allow first floor accommodation.
Relocation of front door.
It was proposed by Councillor Woodcock, seconded by Councillor Elmer
and RESOLVED (eight voted for, one voted against) that approval be
recommended.
DC/24/04397 2 Gandish Cottages, Gandish Road, East Bergholt, CO7 6UR –
Householder Application – Erection of detached single storey
annexe for family member and garden shed (following removal of
existing workshop/store and greenhouse)
It was proposed by Councillor Woodcock, seconded by Councillor
Matthews and RESOLVED (ten voted for, none voted against) that
approval be recommended.
DC/24/04429 20 Quintons Corner. East Bergholt, CO7 6RD – Application under
S73 for Removal or Variation of a Condition following grant of
Planning Permission DC/24/01511 dated 04/07/2024 Town and
Country Planning Act 1990 (As amended) – Erection of 1no
detached dwelling utilising existing access – To vary Condition 2
(Approved Plans and Documents) To provide an integral garage to
the western end of the new dwelling in lieu of the approved kitchen
projection. To substitute the approved plans with new elevations,
floor plans, site layout and swept path analysis.
The Council noted that the revised application made the development
even bigger than the one upon which the Council recommended refusal
on 11 April 2024 in part due to inadequate space.
It was proposed by Councillor Woodcock, seconded by Councillor
Roberts and RESOLVED (ten voted for, one voted against), that refusal
be recommended on the following grounds:
1. There is insufficient space for a back land infill development;
2. There is insufficient parking for the current bungalow if back
parking is removed;
3. The development is too high and generally out of character with
the neighbourhood.
If approval was granted, the Council requests a planning condition
requiring blinds to the skylights in order to preserve the dark skies of the
village.
DC/24/04454 Tudor Cottage, Mission Lane, East Bergholt, CO7 6XJ –
Householder Application – Erection of extension and alterations
following removal of existing bay windows, lean to roof and timber
clad outbuilding.
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It was proposed by Councillor Woodcock, seconded by Councillor
Roberts and RESOLVED (unanimously) that approval be
recommended.
DC/24/04455 Tudor Cottage, Mission Lane, East Bergholt, CO7 6XJ – Application
for listed building consent – Erection of extension and alterations
as detailed in the Design, Access and Heritage Statement
following removal of existing bay windows, lean to roof and timber
clad outbuilding.
It was proposed by Councillor Woodcock, seconded by Councillor
Roberts and RESOLVED (unanimously) that approval be
recommended.
DC/24/01514 Imbre, Askins Road, East Bergholt CO7 6SN – Planning
Application – Demolition of existing bungalow/outbuildings and
construction of 2no one and a half storey three-bedroom dwellings
The revised plans and significant redesign of the scheme following the
original application was recognised by those who had viewed the new
application. This was welcomed. For those who were opposed to
overdevelopment these concerns still exist. The design, though, is
improved.
It was proposed by Councillor Roberts, seconded by Councillor
Woodcock and RESOLVED (five vote for, two voted against) that
approval be recommended.
79.2 Planning correspondence
The correspondence received from the Local Planning Authority as set out on the planning
list concerning determined planning applications was NOTED.
80.24.25 East Bergholt Tennis Club
The Chairman and Councillor Woodcock introduced the submission from East Bergholt
Tennis Club. The Chairman explained the level of information required to be sufficient to
support the planning application and the uncertainty as to whether a desktop or a ground
survey was required as a result of differing responses given by the Babergh planning
officer which required clarification.
A discussion ensued following which it was proposed by Councillor Wombwell, seconded
by Councillor Hockley and RESOLVED (ten voted for, none voted against) that:
1. The Chairman be authorised to expend up to £12,000 from reserves in order to
complete surveys required by the planning application and the associated information
subject to a prior check upon the costs required to meet the planning authority’s
requirements.
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2. The Council re-stated its support for the project generally.
3. The Council will employ its best endeavours to submit the planning application as the
landowner in a timely manner at the earliest opportunity in order to meet the
objectives of the project.
81.24.15 Strategy, Policy and Finance Committee
81.1 Schedule of Payments and Income – It was proposed by Councillor Hockley, seconded
by Councillor Elmer and RESOLVED (unanimously) that the schedule of payments
and income and the bank transfer be noted and the payments due for September 2024
amounting to £12,531.05 be approved.
81.2 Bank Reconciliation Statement – The bank reconciliation statement for September 2024
was NOTED.
81.3 Budget Monitor 2024/25 Q2 – The Clerk presented his report on the second quarter
budget monitor, which was NOTED.
82.24.25 Reports from other Committees
Roads, Footpaths and Flatford Committee – Councillor Price reported on a productive
meeting with the Highway Authority’s footpaths officer. He now has funds available for
works adjacent to the river bank collapse which are necessary as the public are using
the path.
Councillor Price had noted that water was filling up in Flatford Lane as the season
changed and further flooding is likely if the Highway Authority do not carry out works.
Burial Grounds Committee – Councillor Hurley reported that tree works in the cemetery
were in prospect. The contactor will meet the groundsman to settle the works to be
carried out and supply a quotation, hopefully in time for the imminent committee
meeting.
Playing Field Committee – Councillor Woodcock reported enthusiastically on progress
with various projects including the ground works improvement and the Pavilion
upgrade, which would be considered in detail at the imminent committee meeting.
East Bergholt Neighbourhood Plan Committee – No report
Young People Committee – In the absence of the Chairman of the Committee,
Councillor Matthews was able to report that the Young People Survey had been
completed and the results had been received and will be considered by the Committee
at its meeting on 22 October, following which steps can be taken to implement a plan
of action.
Website Working Group – Councillor Wombwell reported that work continued in setting-
up the new website to enable it to go live. He gave an overview of the technical work
he had undertaken and had held meetings with the consultant and agreed various
technical requirements to be completed before the site goes live. He had also had
discussions about future maintenance which were ongoing.
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Councillor Burns had viewed the trial site and suggested that short councillor
biographies ought to be posted along with the members’ photos and register of
interests entries. Councillor Wombwell considered this to be an excellent idea and will
be contacting members with details of what is required. He asked for members’ co-
operation with this.
83.24.25 Council Priorities
At its meeting on 8 February 2024, the Council established its long-term priorities and
lead councillors for each. It was now timely to receive updates from lead councillors.
• Congregational Church (Councillor Miller) – Progress had been made by the
lawyers some months ago in settling trustee issues but a hiatus had occurred while the
Deacons’ lawyer sought to make meaningful contact with the Church’s National
Federation which has now been achieved. Further documents had been received from
the Deacons’ lawyer and a zoom meeting had taken place earlier in the week. There is
much work still to do but the transaction is moving in the right direction. It could be
another six months before everything is in place for completion and may take longer if
the Charity Commission raise issues.
• Affordable Housing (Councillor Matthews) – Councillor Matthes had been unable to
attend the recent CLT meeting so had nothing to report. The Chairman noted that Hills
were no longer in meaningful contact with the CLT and Councillor Roberts added that
the CLT’s options were more limited as a result.
• Road Safety (Councillor Roberts) – This project was about Strategic Interventions
and had been focused on Gaston End, the High School area of the B1070, Hadleigh
Road/Gaston Street and a 20mph zone across the village. Initial costs of £450k + 20%
contingencies had been estimated.
PJA are acting for the Parish Council. Progress has been limited with a change of
personnel at PJA and despite numerous meetings there has been limited support or
engagement with Suffolk County Council.
However, a new focus just on the B1070 corridor from Hill’s development to David
Wilson Homes’ development has now been agreed with PJA and Wayne Saunders at
Suffolk County Council. This means costing will change and the overall approach with
a focus on safety along the B1070 in the first instance will hopefully achieve the
desired outcomes. The Parish Council awaits a fee proposal from PJA, to prioritise the
most important elements and draw up detailed designs for the B1070 prior to village
wide consultation but subject to this, actions are agreed.
The Parish Council was encouraged to also consider a range of tactical interventions
by Wayne Saunders including Community Speedwatch, SIDs, Twenty is Planty,
Community self-help scheme, Wight Limit Team Involvement, and HMOP enforcement
after use of the reporting tool.
• Footpath Extensions (Councillor Price) – Councillor Price referred to the need for
an agreement with Dedham PC in respect of footpath improvements on the route
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between the two parishes. However, he has only so much capacity and could do with
assistance on making contact with Dedham PC and generally.
• Hopper Bus (Councillor Miller) – There has been some movement which is now in
the hands of the Babergh Project Officer to re-submit the application.
• Playing Field (Councillor Woodcock) – Will be discussed at the Playing Field
Committee on 17 October.
Children and Families (Councillor Matthews) – The survey results are will be
considered by the committee shortly and an action plan will be developed having
regard to the needs expressed in the survey.
• Refresh website *Councillor Wombwell) – Report above in Minute 82.24.25. Copied
below for ease of reference:
Councillor Wombwell reported that work continued in setting-up the new website to
enable it to go live. He gave an overview of the technical work he had undertaken and
had held meetings with the consultant and agreed various technical requirements to be
completed before the site goes live. He had also had discussions about future
maintenance which were ongoing.
Councillor Burns had viewed the trial site and suggested that short councillor
biographies ought to be posted along with the members’ photos and register of
interests entries. Councillor Wombwell considered this to be an excellent idea and will
be contacting members with details of what is required. He asked for members’ co-
operation with this.
• Welcoming Newcomers (Councillor Hurley) – Some work has already been
undertaken with external attraction such as the Well Being Bus and the Rural Coffee
Van. Councillor Matthews wished to publicise and develop the Priority Registration
Scheme for vulnerable people in respect of power cuts. Councillor Hurley wondered
about the future of the Drop-in centre and would enter dialogue with other
organisations whereby their participation would encourage wider attendance.
Councillor Roberts commented that the range of initiatives outlined by Councillors
Hurley and Matthews did not address head on the original aims of the project, namely
to establish a plan to welcome the hundreds of new residents who will occupy the
David Wilson and Hills estates, which the Parish Council had thought to be important.
Councillor Hurley accepted this and will consider and will consider how best to address
these considerations beyond the initiative in hand.
055.24.25 Urgent Communications
None.
The meeting closed at 11.04 pm.
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Date of the next Council Meeting – Thursday 14 November 2024 at The Lambe School.
Chairman…………………………………………………………………………………….Date……………………………….