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Market towns test planning powers From a report by Ruralcity Media RURAL and market towns are among 36 more communities that will try out new planning powers, bringing the total to ninety communities that are among the first to test out new neighbourhood planning powers introduced in the Localism Bill. Planning minister Greg Clark said neighbourhood planning would give local people a real voice in deciding how development will look in their area, allowing people to shape their own vision for their community – in contrast to top-down regional strategies that are being scrapped. • Communities would be able to decide the locations of shops, offices and schools, protect valuable green spaces and set standards of design for new housing. • In areas where local people want to see homes and businesses built, communities would be allowed to grant blanket planning permission. • The community would also have the final say on whether a neighbourhood plan comes into force. If more than 50% of people voting in a local referendum support the plan, then the local planning authority must bring it into force. Mr Clark said: "For too long local people have been shut out of the planning process with no real voice to affect decisions about the places where they live. Unpopular regional strategies left people without the ability to influence the future of their community and this fuelled resentment towards growth." In each of the selected communities the local council will receive £20,000 to support work on neighbourhood planning as well as free advice from planning experts. RSN’s rural consultant Brian Wilson, of Brian Wilson Associates, said rural communities had a proud history of developing parish and town plans. "The advantage of the neighbourhood planning approach is that it will have statutory legitimacy. However, along with this will come additional complexity which could turn some rural communities off." In South Oxfordshire, Thame town council is already focusing on the local need for more affordable housing and transport infrastructure. In Northumberland two rural parishes are concentrating on the need for more affordable housing, a new high school and an education campus. In Wiltshire, Sherston Parish Council is aiming to deliver new homes, especially affordable homes for elderly and disabled residents. Its plan will also look at the need for key local infrastructure such as high speed broadband, new schools and the development of a community orchard. Meanwhile, local businesses in Rutland are working with the community on a neighbourhood plan for Uppingham town centre. The list of 36 communities includes Chipping Norton in West Oxfordshire, Thame and Woodcote in South Oxfordshire, Malmesbury and Sherston in Wiltshire. 18 New approach 'vital' to save services From a report by Ruralcity Media Budget cuts mean a new approach is vital to maintain rural public services, the government has been warned. A report commissioned by Defra warns that significant funding reductions mean new ways are needed to maintain and enhance public services. "This challenge is particularly acute in rural areas," warns the document. The report, Developing Collaborative and Innovative Approaches to the Delivery of Rural Services, was written for Defra's Rural Community Policy Unit. A full copy of the document can be downloaded from www.rsnonline.org.uk “At risk are smaller and more dispersed populations. Some services will become increasingly vulnerable to further reductions in funding, these include services with high fixed costs relating to staffing and premises, and those relying on a minimum scale of activity to retain critical mass. Pressure facing some services – for example rural primary schools, libraries and buses – is already reaching a tipping point. A fundamental change in the way services are delivered is therefore needed to maintain access to services in some parts of rural England. Innovation and collaboration in local service delivery is well established in rural areas. However, the range of public services delivered and managed by local communities is extensive and includes schools, libraries, transport and social housing." Further engagement of communities in local service provision could help meet the challenges faced by rural public service providers, the report adds. The development of community scale solutions around service provision should be diverse and have different features depending on local conditions.” Rural fund reopens for applications From Ruralcity Media at rsnonline.org.uk The Prince's Countryside Fund has re-opened for applications from projects that benefit rural communities. With over £1.5 million donated the Fund has so far supported 19 projects. These are as diverse as hill farming apprenticeship schemes, supporting school farms and community transport schemes. In addition to these projects, the fund supports three farming help charities through a dedicated emergency funding stream. Applications are invited from projects working towards securing a sustainable future for the British countryside and rural communities. Eligible projects must clearly contribute towards one or more of the fund's charitable objects and fit within the following areas: * Improving the sustainability of British farming * Improving the sustainability of rural communities * Reconnecting people with the countryside More detailed information about eligibility criteria can be found online at www.princescountrysidefund.org.uk. The deadline for submissions is 5pm on 14 October 2011. Applications received after this time will not be considered. All applications will be acknowledged and successful projects will be notified in the New Year.
CHIPPING NORTON TOWN COUNCIL MEETS on the 3rd MONDAY EVERY MONTH Monday 17th October 2011 Parishioners are very welcome to attend all meetings; some confidential matters may be discussed by councillors in camera. Parishioners wishing to ask about local issues are given 5 minutes at the start of the meeting, subject to advising the clerk in advance. Local groups and organisations can apply for grants; Council also supports a variety of causes including The Town Museum, The Silver Band, The Lido, The Theatre and other charities operating in the parish. Town Councillors are available before and after the meetings. District & County Councillors, representatives of the Police and local press may attend. WEST OXON DISTRICT COUNCIL Committee Meetings Members of the public are encouraged to attend meetings of the Council and Committees. If you live in the District and are on the Electoral Register you can take part in the meetings. Information about this and your Councillors and committee members is available online at www.westoxon.gov.uk OCTOBER Mon 3 Uplands Thurs 6 Human Resources Weds 12 Cabinet Mon 17 Lowlands Weds 19 Council Meetings held at the Council Offices, Woodgreen, Witney. Start time 2pm. For further information contact Committee Services: 01993 861523 EMail: enquiries@westoxon.gov.uk Agendas, reports and minutes are available online: www.westoxon.gov.uk/meetings Bourton on the Water – Royal British Legion – 14th October THAMES VALLEY POLICE www.police.uk CHIPPING NORTON TOWN COUNCIL Notes on the Council Meeting for SEPTEMBER 2011 Full Minutes of meetings, associated committee meetings and correspondence are available in the Council Office. Mr G Beacham (Acting Clerk) The Guildhall, Goddards Lane Chipping Norton, Oxon, OX7 5NJ 01608 642341 (9am to 1pm) cntc@btconnect.com Chipping Norton Police Station London Road, Chipping Norton, OX7 5AW Non-Emergency Number 0845 8 505 505 Opening Times Monday to Friday 8am – 4pm Saturday & Sunday – Closed Closed for lunch 12.15 – 1pm 2,012 Beacons across UK & the Commonwealth On Monday the 4th June 2012, 2,012 Beacons will be lit throughout the United Kingdom, Channel Islands, Isle of Man, the Commonwealth and the UK Overseas Territories in celebration of The Queen's Diamond Jubilee, marking this historic moment in The Queen's reign. The Queen's Diamond Jubilee celebrations are 2nd - 5th June 2012 and Her Majesty The Queen will light the first National Beacon on Monday the 4th June. The National Council of Local Councils has issued an official 'Guide To Taking Part' in The Queen's Diamond Jubilee Beacons - 4th June 2012, for town and parish councils to participate in this unique, exciting celebration, involving local communities. The Guide is available online from NALC www.nalc.gov.uk. Email requests for printed copies to pageantmaster@mac.com. All the Beacon locations will be entered into a special presentation book* that will be given to The Queen after the event, as a record of this unique moment in history is celebrated. (* It is important that those taking part register or email their details to pageantmaster@mac.com as soon as possible to ensure that every Beacon is registered as one of the 2,012 being lit on Monday the 4th June 2012, along with being sent an official lighting time.) There are two types of Beacons being used for this occasion, the Bonfire Beacon and Church Tower Beacon. The Bonfire Beacon can be located on a local common or farmland owned by a local farmer. The event can be used as a private celebration for families and friends or can involve the local community from within your town and parish. The Church Tower Beacons, fueled from two small bottles of propane gas, are ideal for Church Towers or Castle Battlements. They are safe to use, look dramatic when lit, can be removed after the event and stored away for future celebrations of this kind. If your Town or Parish Council feels unable to take part, please pass this information onto others you feel may wish to participate, to ensure your local community has been given the opportunity to consider it. From Cllr Michael Chater, Chairman of National Association of Local Councils. GOLF CHALLENGE DAY Thursday 6th October At Feldon Valley Golf Club, Brailes. An 18 hole competition with a shotgun start at 2pm. Teams of four @ £200. Buffet, presentations, raffle and auction. Registration before 6th October.. 01608 674929 07940 716345 E: rebecca@shn-fundraising.co.uk ROAD CLOSURES INFORMATION Tel: 01452 425000 The information is continuously updated. Please check by phone or online www.gloucestershire.gov.uk/roadworks Not Available at the time of going to print 19
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