The next Parish Council meeting is due to be held on Monday 17th June, 7:30pm at the Community Centre, Jubilee Street. All residents are invited to attend.
June Newsletter
The June edition of the Newsletter is due to be delivered very soon. If you can't wait for the paper copy to arrive you can view the Newsletter online by Clicking Here.
The Newsletter is opened by the retiring Chair, Councillor Maggie Lishman who Chaired the Parish Council during it's 2012-13 year. Councillor Anne Kelly has again taken on the Chair for the current year and Councillor Joan Royle is the Vice-Chair.
There is also news on why the trees were felled in the Woodland Walk and information on the long awaited Zebra Crossing.
The Parish Council tries to make the Newsletter self financing through adverts, but does not want it to become to advert heavy. If you would like further information on advertising in the Newsletter please contact a member of the Newsletter Working Group, Cllrs Meeks, Bailey and Frost.
The Newsletter is opened by the retiring Chair, Councillor Maggie Lishman who Chaired the Parish Council during it's 2012-13 year. Councillor Anne Kelly has again taken on the Chair for the current year and Councillor Joan Royle is the Vice-Chair.
There is also news on why the trees were felled in the Woodland Walk and information on the long awaited Zebra Crossing.
The Parish Council tries to make the Newsletter self financing through adverts, but does not want it to become to advert heavy. If you would like further information on advertising in the Newsletter please contact a member of the Newsletter Working Group, Cllrs Meeks, Bailey and Frost.
Annual Statement of Accounts
The Annual Statement of Accounts for Briercliffe with Extwistle Parish Council are now publicly available, to see the statement please Click Here.
Allotment and Garages
All the forms needed to apply for an allotment or garage from the Parish Council, or to sign up for a new allotment or garage are now available on the website, Click Here.
Neighbourhood Watch Report
Three vehicles were entered illegally overnight of the 21st to 22nd May. The offences took place on Lydgate, Stanbury Drive and Croasdale Ave. All vehicles involved had been left unlocked and had property stolen. Where possible the thief will gain entry via a back door and lower the back seat to get into the boot that way.
These thieves will visit every vehicle and try every door on an estate and only enter those left unlocked, unless something valuable is on display that would make it worth their while.
Please warn your members to ensure they lock their cars and doors; I have every expectation that the thieves will migrate across the area seeing what is on offer.
These thieves will visit every vehicle and try every door on an estate and only enter those left unlocked, unless something valuable is on display that would make it worth their while.
Please warn your members to ensure they lock their cars and doors; I have every expectation that the thieves will migrate across the area seeing what is on offer.
Briercliffe with Extwistle Parish Council
Lengthsman Scheme Tender
Expressions of interest to deliver the Parish Council Lengthsman Scheme are sought.
The scheme provides a Lengthsman scheme for 48 weeks a year, providing 1 day of 8 hours work per week at a total cost of £4,800, additional days may be requested.
Interested parties will be asked to provide all certificate and insurance documentation necessary as well as outline the level of service expected, flexibility of service and provide a timescale against a schedule of key jobs.
Expressions of interest should be sent to the Parish Clerk, Briercliffe with Extwistle Parish Council, 23 Maple Bank, Burnley, BB10 3FD or via the Parish Website at www.briercliffe.co.uk by Friday 22nd March, 5:00pm.
The scheme provides a Lengthsman scheme for 48 weeks a year, providing 1 day of 8 hours work per week at a total cost of £4,800, additional days may be requested.
Interested parties will be asked to provide all certificate and insurance documentation necessary as well as outline the level of service expected, flexibility of service and provide a timescale against a schedule of key jobs.
Expressions of interest should be sent to the Parish Clerk, Briercliffe with Extwistle Parish Council, 23 Maple Bank, Burnley, BB10 3FD or via the Parish Website at www.briercliffe.co.uk by Friday 22nd March, 5:00pm.
Vounteer Newsletter Deliverers needed
Some of the more rural areas of the Parish do not receive a copy of the Newsletter due to the additional cost of postage. Currently all Newsletters are hand delivered by the Parish Councillors and local volunteers. Would you be willing to deliver a few Newsletters to our more remote areas, do you live in one of these areas and could drop off copies to your neighbours. If so please let us know by contacting either the Newsletter Editor, Councillor Colin Meeks or the Clerk. Help us keep our costs down and provide Newsletters to all Parish Residents.
Internet and Telephone Fraud
Internet and Telephone Fraud is on the increase. If you believe you have received an attempted fraud via the internet or telephone please report this to the Police, either via the ActionFraud website at www.actionfraud.police.uk/report_fraud or telephone 0300 123 2040.
The Police Report for January is also available on our Police Reports Page.
The Police Report for January is also available on our Police Reports Page.
Dog Warden Called
At the last Parish Council meeting it was noted that dog fouling in the village is becoming a serious problem again. Whilst most dog owners are responsible, a few are making a mess by not cleaning up after their dogs. Dog fouling is not only unpleasant it is dangerous. The biggest threat to public health from dog excrement is toxocariasis. Toxocariasis is an infection of the roundworm toxocara canis. The eggs of the parasite can be found in soil or sand contaminated with faeces and if swallowed, result in infection that lasts between six and 24 months. Symptoms include eye disorders, vague ache, dizziness, nausea, asthma and, in extremely rare cases, seizures/fits. Often the eggs are ingested when passed to the mouth by the hands, but this can also occur through contact with dogs or other inanimate objects including the wheels of toys and the soles of shoes. Infected soil samples are often found in play areas and as a result, Toxocariasis most commonly affects children between 18 months and five years.
The Parish Council is requesting additional visits from the Dog Warden and will be targetting Red Spar Road early mornings and at teatime.
If you own a dog, be responsible and clean up after it, how would you feel if you were responsible for blinding a young child.
The Parish Council is requesting additional visits from the Dog Warden and will be targetting Red Spar Road early mornings and at teatime.
If you own a dog, be responsible and clean up after it, how would you feel if you were responsible for blinding a young child.
Summer Hanging Baskets Scheme
The Parish Council is once again brightening up the Parish with the provision of Hanging Baskets for Parish residents. Baskets are to be provided at the much reduced cost of £14.00 per basket because of the bulk purchase powers of the Council, this is approx. half the retail price of these fabulous baskets and are only available to residents of the Parish at this discounted rate.
Complete the application form on-line or forms are available from Millionhairs or from Parish Councillor Anne Kelly. We will then contact you nearer the time, with the date that the baskets can be collected from the Community Centre.
If you had a basket last year you can also recycle your old basket at the same time, helping the environment. Help us once again brighten the Parish in 2013 with lots of lovely floral displays.
To order your hanging baskets please complete an order form by Clicking Here.
Complete the application form on-line or forms are available from Millionhairs or from Parish Councillor Anne Kelly. We will then contact you nearer the time, with the date that the baskets can be collected from the Community Centre.
If you had a basket last year you can also recycle your old basket at the same time, helping the environment. Help us once again brighten the Parish in 2013 with lots of lovely floral displays.
To order your hanging baskets please complete an order form by Clicking Here.
Jobs for the Parish Lengthsman
The Parish Council Precept all residents to provide a Parish Lengthsman Scheme. The Lengthsman keeps the Parish tidy by cutting grass, planting flowerbeds, trimming hedges and carrying out jobs around the Parish. Please let us know what jobs you would like to see the lengthsman do by completing our on-line poll. Click Here.
Allotment Rent Collection Day
The Allotment Rent Collection Day has been set for Sunday 7th April 2013
10:00 to 12:00 noon
at the Community Centre
Jubilee Street
10:00 to 12:00 noon
at the Community Centre
Jubilee Street
No Precept Increase for Parish Residents
The new financial budget for 2013 /14 for the Parish Council has now been resolved, with the Borough Council grant remaining the same the Parish Council has not asked for an increase in the precept which it receives from the people of the Parish. With close management of the budget set, there will be no adverse effects on the areas that are controlled by the Parish Council. Within the budget the Chair of the Parish Council, Cllr Maggie Lishman will not be taking any expenses (that are associated with this role) out of the budget and will be self funded.
Volunteer Christine Stuttard receives an award
Police volunteer Christine Stuttard is working with our Neighbourhood Policing Team looking into the issues of inconsiderate parking at the schools.
Harrison Street Lighting Column
Calico have confirmed that they are now in discussions with the Borough Council about the lighting column at the end of Harrison Street. Hopefully the light will be fixed and back in working order shortly. The Parish Council is still in negotiations to use the column for a CCTV camera for the Allotments.
The Parish Council Landrover has arrived
United Utilities have donated a Landrover to the Parish Council for use by the Neighbourhood Police Team to police the more rural areas of the Parish.
The Landrover can be seen around the village often driven by PCSO Rachel Lonsdale, who has had to untake specific 4x4 driver training to use the vehicle.
The vehicle is badged with all the partners logos and has already had an impact on rural crime in Briercliffe.
What out for the Landrover in your area.
The Landrover can be seen around the village often driven by PCSO Rachel Lonsdale, who has had to untake specific 4x4 driver training to use the vehicle.
The vehicle is badged with all the partners logos and has already had an impact on rural crime in Briercliffe.
What out for the Landrover in your area.
Cllr Paul Prince Climbing Mt Kilimanjaro for Pendleside Hospice
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In October, Cllr Paul Prince will climb to the top of Mount Kilimanjaro, before returning to tell the tale. He will be training long and hard to ensure he won’t fail. Rising 19,340 feet above sea level, Mt Kilimanjaro is the tallest mountain in Africa and the world’s highest free-standing mountain.
What will await him?
Nothing much...just avalanches, falling rocks, crevasse falls, other falls (including getting hit by falling climbers), severe
exhaustion/dehydration, whiteout, hurricanes, lost tents, frostbite, vertigo, altitude sickness, witnessing accidents and deaths of other climbers.
Why on earth would he want to do this?
It will be for a great cause, of course, to raise money for Pendleside Hospice. The hospice offers short term in-patient stays for symptom control, rehabilitation and respite care for patients with cancer or other life-limiting illnesses. The hospice is a charitable organisation and all care is provided free of charge.
He has funded the trip himself which ensures ALL the money sponsored, will go directly to the charity.
You can sponsor Cllr Prince in the following ways:
Visit the following website: http://www.justgiving.com/Paul-Prince0
or
Contact him by Phone: 01282 424827 or email on briercliffeP@yahoo.co.uk
and he will be able to add your name and donation to his sponsorship form.
County Council Grants to Community Groups
The County Councillor, Margaret Brindle, once again has a funding stream for local community and voluntary groups to apply to.
If you are a member of a local group and need a small amoutn of funding for a project or scheme, please contact the County Councillor on 01282 412304, 07787 005657 or by email to: margaret.brindle@lancashire.gov.uk
If you are a member of a local group and need a small amoutn of funding for a project or scheme, please contact the County Councillor on 01282 412304, 07787 005657 or by email to: margaret.brindle@lancashire.gov.uk
Parish Council meeting
The next Parish Council meeting is due to be held on Monday 16th July, 7:30pm at the Community Centre on Jubilee Street, an agenda is available for the minutes and agenda pages. The minutes of the Allotment Committee on the 11th July and the Finance Committee on the 10th July are also available.
Parish Meetings and Newsletter
The June edition of the Newsletter is now being delivered but is also available to download from our Newsletter page. The next meeting of the Allotment Committee is to be held at 8:15pm on Wednesday 13th June 2012 with the full Parish Council meeting being held on monday 18th june, 7:30pm, both at the Community Centre, Jubile Street.
Jubilee Bunting Available
The Parish Council is offering up to 5 bunting packs for residents celebrating the Queen's Diamond Jubilee. A Jubilee Bunting Pack request form is available from our Downloads Page or by contacting Councillor Anne Kelly.
The Parish can provide help and guidance if you are planning a Street Party for the Jubilee, contact the Parish Clerk for further information.
The Parish can provide help and guidance if you are planning a Street Party for the Jubilee, contact the Parish Clerk for further information.
Allotment and Garage Site inspection
The Allotment and Garage Site inspection is being carried out this Sunday the 13th May at 11:00am. If you have any questions, comments or issues about your allotment or garage please meet us on the inspection.
Allotment Committee Agenda May
The next Allotment Committee Meeting is due to be held on Wednesday 16th May, 8:15pm at the Community Centre, Jubilee Street. The Agenda is available to download from the Agenda and Minutes page and all agendas and notices are now displayed on the Allotment Noticeboard.
Are there any improvements we should be making to the Allotments, pleaselet us know, fill in a Contact Us form and your issues will be taken to the Allotments Meeting.
Are there any improvements we should be making to the Allotments, pleaselet us know, fill in a Contact Us form and your issues will be taken to the Allotments Meeting.
Latest Police Reports
Police Safety Warning
Residents and Allotment Tenants are being warned about dangerous nails being left on the Harrison Street Pathway. Two pieces of wood were found recently with nails pointing upwards on the Pathway. The Police have been notified and they have asked us to warn residents to be cautious in the area. The Police believe the nails are a deliberate attempt to puncture the tyres of cars driving in the area, but the risk to personal safety of residents walking in the area and the serious damage the nails could cause, gives the Police greater concern. The Police will be monitoring the area and will take matters further if the culprits are found. If anyone has any further information or witnesses nails being left on the pathway they are being asked to contact the Police immediately. If you are walking in the Harrison Street Pathway area please be vigilant and watch out for dangerous nails.
Community Skip in Your Area
A community skip has been arranged for Tuesday 17th April 2012 to be located at the Harrison Street allotment site in Briercliffe. The skip will be on site from approximately 9am until 2.30pm.
The Commercial Corner has a face lift
The Corner of land to the side of the Commercial Pub has had a clean up, with the weeds and rubbish being removed and a stone surface being installed. What have now become known as a Parish Stone has also been placed on the site for a future information plaque. The area can now be kept clear of rubbish and has tidied up a long standing problem area for the Parish. Phase two will see trough planters filled with flowers to give a splash of welcoming colour as you enter the Parish.
Watch this space for future developments.
Watch this space for future developments.
Queen Street Recreation Ground gets a Plaque
Another Parish Stone has been laid at the Queen Street Recreation Ground to host a King George VI Playing Fields plaque. The plaque is a long time in the waiting but thanks to the generous discounts offered the Parish for these large stones, both this playing area and the Lane Bottom Playing area will now have the recognition they deserve. Lane Bottom Play Area was recently awarded a Queen Elizabeth II Fields in Trust award and a further stone has been placed at this site for a future plaque.
PUT FORWARD YOUR CHAMPIONS FOR BURNLEY’S JUBILEE AWARDS
Just a reminder that we only have a few weeks left before the nominations close for the Queens Diamond Jubilee Awards.
A group of young people who regularly help out, in their own time, at a charity shop. A fundraiser who has made a massive difference to a local voluntary organisation. The organiser of a sports club that involves lots of children and young people. Residents who work together to make real improvements to local neighbourhoods, learning new skills as they do so.
These are just a few of the first nominations received at Burnley Town Hall for the prestigious Queens Diamond Jubilee Awards
– Burnley 2012. Anyone who lives or works in Burnley has the chance to nominate individuals and groups who go out of their way to make a difference for our community and borough. The awards will celebrate all aspects of what makes a community what it is: the businesses, young people, local champions, sport, different cultures, and much more.
There are different categories in the awards, which represent one of Burnley’s contribution to this year’s Diamond Jubilee
Awards, as well as being a way of celebrating the best of the borough.
The Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Awards leaflet gives examples of people who might be nominated: “a young person who sets an
example amongst their school friends by their work in organisations such as the Cadets or Guides? Someone who goes above and beyond, looking out for the neighbours, keeping their street tidy and safe, someone who genuinely cares about making your area a better place to live? A business that works with your community, and not just based there?”
To nominate either complete a form online at www.burnley.gov.uk/jubileeawards or by post. Forms will be available at Contact Burnley, Burnley Town Hall and key community venues in your neighbourhood.
Deadline for nominations is Wednesday May 2nd at 5pm.
For further information about the awards please visit www.burnley.gov.uk/jubileeawards or contact Naveed Ahmad on 01282 425011 ext. 3114.
A group of young people who regularly help out, in their own time, at a charity shop. A fundraiser who has made a massive difference to a local voluntary organisation. The organiser of a sports club that involves lots of children and young people. Residents who work together to make real improvements to local neighbourhoods, learning new skills as they do so.
These are just a few of the first nominations received at Burnley Town Hall for the prestigious Queens Diamond Jubilee Awards
– Burnley 2012. Anyone who lives or works in Burnley has the chance to nominate individuals and groups who go out of their way to make a difference for our community and borough. The awards will celebrate all aspects of what makes a community what it is: the businesses, young people, local champions, sport, different cultures, and much more.
There are different categories in the awards, which represent one of Burnley’s contribution to this year’s Diamond Jubilee
Awards, as well as being a way of celebrating the best of the borough.
The Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Awards leaflet gives examples of people who might be nominated: “a young person who sets an
example amongst their school friends by their work in organisations such as the Cadets or Guides? Someone who goes above and beyond, looking out for the neighbours, keeping their street tidy and safe, someone who genuinely cares about making your area a better place to live? A business that works with your community, and not just based there?”
To nominate either complete a form online at www.burnley.gov.uk/jubileeawards or by post. Forms will be available at Contact Burnley, Burnley Town Hall and key community venues in your neighbourhood.
Deadline for nominations is Wednesday May 2nd at 5pm.
For further information about the awards please visit www.burnley.gov.uk/jubileeawards or contact Naveed Ahmad on 01282 425011 ext. 3114.
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Latest Winter Update Available
Childline Schools Service in Burnley, Pendle, Rossendale, Hyndburn including the Ribble Valley.
ChildLine is launching a brand new service for primary age children across the UK which aims to help younger children recognise and
protect themselves from all forms of abuse – including bullying.
The innovative new ChildLine Schools Service willparticularly focus on children in years 5 and 6, and aims to help them understand what abuse is, how to protect themselves and how to seek help if they need it –including through ChildLine.
Research undertaken by the NSPCC shows that the majority of children who contact ChildLine for advice, information and support are over 11 years old. However we know that the majority of children subject to a child protection plan are under the age of 11 and that it may be more difficult for them to speak up.
The ChildLine Schools Service wants to educate children earlier and ensure they know how to keep themselves safe or seek help if they need it.
By 2016 the aim is to visit every primary school in the UKat least once every two years. This service is FREE to all primary
schools.
For schools to find out more about the new ChildLine Schools Service please contact Barbara Robinson Area Coordinator for Burnley, Pendle, Rossendale, Hyndburn on 07779009941 or email BarbaraRobinson@NSPCC.org.uk.
protect themselves from all forms of abuse – including bullying.
The innovative new ChildLine Schools Service willparticularly focus on children in years 5 and 6, and aims to help them understand what abuse is, how to protect themselves and how to seek help if they need it –including through ChildLine.
Research undertaken by the NSPCC shows that the majority of children who contact ChildLine for advice, information and support are over 11 years old. However we know that the majority of children subject to a child protection plan are under the age of 11 and that it may be more difficult for them to speak up.
The ChildLine Schools Service wants to educate children earlier and ensure they know how to keep themselves safe or seek help if they need it.
By 2016 the aim is to visit every primary school in the UKat least once every two years. This service is FREE to all primary
schools.
For schools to find out more about the new ChildLine Schools Service please contact Barbara Robinson Area Coordinator for Burnley, Pendle, Rossendale, Hyndburn on 07779009941 or email BarbaraRobinson@NSPCC.org.uk.
February's Police Report
The Police Report for FEbruary is available, Click Here.
Jail for burglar after rural crime spree
From Original Website Article http://www.lancashire.police.uk/news/jail-for-burglar-after-rural-crime-spree
A PROLIFIC burglar, who targeted farm houses in rural parts of East Lancashire, has been jailed for three and a half years. Hamza Akram, 19, of Colne Road, Burnley, appeared at Burnley Crown Court on Monday 13 February after pleading guilty to burglary. Akram targeted homes and vehicles in rural parts of Briercliffe. He was arrested on 2 January after being discovered by officers hiding in a hedge at a farm. The sentence comes during a countywide crackdown on burglary. Over the next two months, officers will be visiting the county’s most prolific burglars to warn them they are being watched. Patrols will be stepped up across hot spot areas and police will be speaking to residents about the importance of keeping their homes locked and secure.
DI Stuart Dixon said: “Akram is a prolific burglar who deliberately targeted rural and isolated areas of East Lancashire on the assumption that rural residents were less security conscious. I hope this case acts as a reminder to people living in the countryside about the importance of keeping their homes and property locked and secure."
“Akram had a number of other similar offences taken into consideration and he must now serve a 12 month suspended sentence
before his new three and a half year jail term begins. This means he will be behind bars until the summer of 2015 and I have no doubt that this sentence will have a major impact on the prevention of burglaries and help to keep rural residents safe from harm."
”We know the impact burglary can have on communities and we will continue to do all we can to identify those responsible
and bring them to justice. I urge residents to work with the police by keeping their property secure and reporting anything
suspicious.”
A PROLIFIC burglar, who targeted farm houses in rural parts of East Lancashire, has been jailed for three and a half years. Hamza Akram, 19, of Colne Road, Burnley, appeared at Burnley Crown Court on Monday 13 February after pleading guilty to burglary. Akram targeted homes and vehicles in rural parts of Briercliffe. He was arrested on 2 January after being discovered by officers hiding in a hedge at a farm. The sentence comes during a countywide crackdown on burglary. Over the next two months, officers will be visiting the county’s most prolific burglars to warn them they are being watched. Patrols will be stepped up across hot spot areas and police will be speaking to residents about the importance of keeping their homes locked and secure.
DI Stuart Dixon said: “Akram is a prolific burglar who deliberately targeted rural and isolated areas of East Lancashire on the assumption that rural residents were less security conscious. I hope this case acts as a reminder to people living in the countryside about the importance of keeping their homes and property locked and secure."
“Akram had a number of other similar offences taken into consideration and he must now serve a 12 month suspended sentence
before his new three and a half year jail term begins. This means he will be behind bars until the summer of 2015 and I have no doubt that this sentence will have a major impact on the prevention of burglaries and help to keep rural residents safe from harm."
”We know the impact burglary can have on communities and we will continue to do all we can to identify those responsible
and bring them to justice. I urge residents to work with the police by keeping their property secure and reporting anything
suspicious.”
Winter updates
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For up to date information on the Priority and Secondary Road Networks, view our mapping system:
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Weather forecast
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Gritting routes
For up to date information on the Priority and Secondary Road Networks, view our mapping system:
http://mario.lancashire.gov.uk/agsmario/default.aspx?categ=transportation&layeron=Precautionary%20Salt%20Routes
Weather forecast
·For the latest forecast from the met office click here
·Email cold_weather_alerts@dh.gsi.gov.uk to receive cold weather alerts directly from the Met Office
Phone Scam Alert from the Police - BEWARE
The Police have notified us of the following telephone scam that is being used, if you experience the following, hang up immediately.
You may receive an unsolicitored telephone call from a very convincing person stating they are from BT. They inform you that for a one-off payment of only £1.99 you can stop receiving unwanted phone calls... the thing is they want your visa card details as it cannot appear on your normal phone bill. They just want your card details and are not calling from BT, if you receive a call such as this just hang up the phone. If you do want to stop unwanted calls ring 08450 700 707; this is a free service.
You may receive an unsolicitored telephone call from a very convincing person stating they are from BT. They inform you that for a one-off payment of only £1.99 you can stop receiving unwanted phone calls... the thing is they want your visa card details as it cannot appear on your normal phone bill. They just want your card details and are not calling from BT, if you receive a call such as this just hang up the phone. If you do want to stop unwanted calls ring 08450 700 707; this is a free service.
CALLING ALL YOUNG CREATIVE PEOPLE!
Blaze and Brighter Sound are working together to present a major new festival, produced and programmed by young people for WE PLAY Expo, the North West’s closing event for London 2012, as part of Preston Guild 2012 – 7th to 9th September.
This is an exciting project that is part of the cultural programme for the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games.
Would you like to be part of producing the first ever youth led festival in the North West?
Do you enjoy working in a team? Are you aged 16 to 19 and currently living in the North West? If so, this could be the opportunity for you!
We are looking for young people from across the North West to be a part of the Blaze Festival Team. As a festival producer, you
will play a lead role working alongside other young people and industry professionals to together an exciting festival programme that could range from the best in art, dance, music, technology, fashion, urban sport, performance, spoken word and more.
For more information visit: www.blazeonline.org.uk/news/young-producers-wanted-for-blaze-festival/
This is an exciting project that is part of the cultural programme for the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games.
Would you like to be part of producing the first ever youth led festival in the North West?
Do you enjoy working in a team? Are you aged 16 to 19 and currently living in the North West? If so, this could be the opportunity for you!
We are looking for young people from across the North West to be a part of the Blaze Festival Team. As a festival producer, you
will play a lead role working alongside other young people and industry professionals to together an exciting festival programme that could range from the best in art, dance, music, technology, fashion, urban sport, performance, spoken word and more.
For more information visit: www.blazeonline.org.uk/news/young-producers-wanted-for-blaze-festival/
Briercliffe’s meeting
Senior Police Officer joins panel for Briercliffe Question and Answer session
Inspector Andy Cartwright, the senior Police officer responsible for neighbourhood policing in Burnley, will be open to questions, points and ideas from local people in Briercliffe at a public meeting on Monday evening, 6thFebruary.
The Inspector will take his place alongside Town Hall decision makers as residents raise their issues and questions at an event organised by Burnley Council.
The meeting takes place at Haggate Baptist Church, Burnley Road, Briercliffe.
From 6.15 pm, there’s chance to come along and talk about any individual issues and specific questions in an informal ‘surgery’.
The meeting itself begins at 7 pm, and will include a presentation about the Council’s work across the borough.
Councillor Linda White, Burnley Council’s Executive Member for Community Engagement, says‘these events are a chance for us to take on board peoples’ feelings and views in the way we run our services and speak up for Burnley. Everybody is welcome to come
along’.
Further meetings are planned in Padiham and different parts of Burnley. For more information email communityengagement@burnley.gov.ukor 01282 425011 ext 3119.
The Inspector will take his place alongside Town Hall decision makers as residents raise their issues and questions at an event organised by Burnley Council.
The meeting takes place at Haggate Baptist Church, Burnley Road, Briercliffe.
From 6.15 pm, there’s chance to come along and talk about any individual issues and specific questions in an informal ‘surgery’.
The meeting itself begins at 7 pm, and will include a presentation about the Council’s work across the borough.
Councillor Linda White, Burnley Council’s Executive Member for Community Engagement, says‘these events are a chance for us to take on board peoples’ feelings and views in the way we run our services and speak up for Burnley. Everybody is welcome to come
along’.
Further meetings are planned in Padiham and different parts of Burnley. For more information email communityengagement@burnley.gov.ukor 01282 425011 ext 3119.
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THE BIG JUBILEE LUNCH
The “Big Jubilee Lunch” is one of the official celebrations of the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Celebrations over the Jubilee Weekend 2- 5 June 2012.
The initiative was started by the Eden Project in 2009 believing that the world can be a better place through people working together.
Holding an event such as a lunch (big or small), a street party, a picnic, a barbeque –anything where people can get together, with a common theme of having fun, sharing interests collectively celebrating and building friendships with neighbours, community and faith groups and others, is an excellent way of achieving this. It could be a charity event or just a reason to celebrate 60 years of our Queen’s reign and to share friendship and fun.
The day for the “Big Jubilee Lunch” is Sunday 3 June 2012 and groups from all over Lancashireare taking part. Rotary International, amongst many others, is a key supporter.
For all further information, visit www.thebiglunch.com or call 08458508181. The “Big Jubilee Lunch” is also on Facebook and Twitter. Free Big Jubilee Lunch Packs, full of hints, tips and information are available through the website.
Information about all of the Diamond Jubilee celebrations in Lancashire can be found on the following website:
www.diamondjubileelancashire.com
The initiative was started by the Eden Project in 2009 believing that the world can be a better place through people working together.
Holding an event such as a lunch (big or small), a street party, a picnic, a barbeque –anything where people can get together, with a common theme of having fun, sharing interests collectively celebrating and building friendships with neighbours, community and faith groups and others, is an excellent way of achieving this. It could be a charity event or just a reason to celebrate 60 years of our Queen’s reign and to share friendship and fun.
The day for the “Big Jubilee Lunch” is Sunday 3 June 2012 and groups from all over Lancashireare taking part. Rotary International, amongst many others, is a key supporter.
For all further information, visit www.thebiglunch.com or call 08458508181. The “Big Jubilee Lunch” is also on Facebook and Twitter. Free Big Jubilee Lunch Packs, full of hints, tips and information are available through the website.
Information about all of the Diamond Jubilee celebrations in Lancashire can be found on the following website:
www.diamondjubileelancashire.com
National Family Week
The 25th to the 31st August is National Family Week, further details can be found at nationalfamilyweek.co.uk
Should the Parish Council be doing anything to celebrate, please send your suggestions via our contact from which can be accessed by clicking here.
Should the Parish Council be doing anything to celebrate, please send your suggestions via our contact from which can be accessed by clicking here.
Logs for Sale
Do you have an open log fire and live in an area that can burn logs, does an
open log fire chase away the winter blues. If so, the Parish Council is doing
some tree work and logs will be available at £40 a load and can be be delivered
to your door. Please contact Councillor Bailey on 01282 435672 for further
details on how to get your logs.
open log fire chase away the winter blues. If so, the Parish Council is doing
some tree work and logs will be available at £40 a load and can be be delivered
to your door. Please contact Councillor Bailey on 01282 435672 for further
details on how to get your logs.
Latest Police Report
The Police report and PACT priorities from the January Parish Council meeting can be viewed here.
Football Training for Primary School Children
Football Training Sessions are now being run for Primary School Children from Burnley at the Spirit Of Sport Centre, Omerod Road, Burnley every Thursday between 7pm and 8pm. All sessions are run by qualified CRB cleared coaches and only cost £2.00 a session.
Sessions are open to children of all abilities without the need to commit to coming every week or playing for the team.
For further information please call Burnley 715400 or email contact@brunshawactiongroup.com
or message Brunshaw Action Group on Facebook.
Sessions are open to children of all abilities without the need to commit to coming every week or playing for the team.
For further information please call Burnley 715400 or email contact@brunshawactiongroup.com
or message Brunshaw Action Group on Facebook.
Briefing Note on revisions to Pendle Green Line Bus Services 94 & 95
Pendle Green Line subsidised bus services 94 & 95 which operate throughout Burnley & Pendle were recently revised, from 30 October 2011, to incorporate Marsden Park into the route, using the opportunity to revise the route, improve bus service access and restoring a number of links which had previously been withdrawn.
Revisions to the timetables were also introduced to improve overall service reliability without incurring additional resources.
Service 94 Brierfield – Nelson – Cravendale Avenue – Marsden Park
This service has been revised to operate hourly during Monday to Saturday daytime between Brierfield and Marsden Park via Hibson Road, Nelson Town Centre and Cravendale Avenue. The service will additionally extend serve the western side of Brierfield around Chatburn Park Drive / Clitheroe Road (a link much requested by local residents).
Service 95 Colne – Nelson – General Hospital – Lower Manor – Burnley
This service has been revised to standardise the single service number 95 and the revised service continued to operate every half hour during Monday to Saturday daytime from Colne to Nelson Regent Street then has been rerouted across the A56 around the Marsden Park circle to Barkerhouse Road to Nelson Interchange. Then via the unchanged route to Burnley Town Centre, half hourly to Nelson Chapel House Road and extending hourly to Burnley via Burnley via Casterton Avenue (for Burnley General Hospital), Lower Manor Estate and Stoneyholme.
Almost immediately the railway bridge on Walton Lane, Nelson, was closed for emergency works which has resulted in restricting the overall service reliability due to the lengthy temporary diversion. Whilst Service 95 has been able to absorb the diversion within existing resources, Service 94 has been unable to fully serve Marsden Park.
Since the service revisions, Lancashire County Council and the Service Provider have received positive feedback on the new travelling opportunities provided by the service revisions. However, there have been a number of complaints from customers now unable to access the North West part of Nelson Town Centre, particularly Morrisons store and the Health Centre off Carr Road.
Proposal
After several customer requests to review the situation with regard to Service 95 being reinstated to serve the North West part of Nelson Town Centre, it is proposed to make a minor route and timetable revision to between Nelson Interchange and Marsden Park to additionally serve this area.
The general service frequencies and operation days would be unaffected and there would be no change to the new travelling opportunities created as part of the main review of the services.
This route change is unable to be accommodated until the Nelson Walton Lane bridge works have been completed, previously notified to be, in mid January 2012 and Walton Lane has been reopened. It was therefore proposed to implement these
changes from 29 January 2012, which would have allowed sufficient time to publicise the changes locally.
Delay
Unfortunately, Network Rail's closure of the Walton Lane bridge has been extended until mid March; therefore the implementation of these changes will be postponed and introduced from 25 March 2012.
Lancashire County Council would like to apologise for the delay in introducing these revisions.
Revisions to the timetables were also introduced to improve overall service reliability without incurring additional resources.
Service 94 Brierfield – Nelson – Cravendale Avenue – Marsden Park
This service has been revised to operate hourly during Monday to Saturday daytime between Brierfield and Marsden Park via Hibson Road, Nelson Town Centre and Cravendale Avenue. The service will additionally extend serve the western side of Brierfield around Chatburn Park Drive / Clitheroe Road (a link much requested by local residents).
Service 95 Colne – Nelson – General Hospital – Lower Manor – Burnley
This service has been revised to standardise the single service number 95 and the revised service continued to operate every half hour during Monday to Saturday daytime from Colne to Nelson Regent Street then has been rerouted across the A56 around the Marsden Park circle to Barkerhouse Road to Nelson Interchange. Then via the unchanged route to Burnley Town Centre, half hourly to Nelson Chapel House Road and extending hourly to Burnley via Burnley via Casterton Avenue (for Burnley General Hospital), Lower Manor Estate and Stoneyholme.
Almost immediately the railway bridge on Walton Lane, Nelson, was closed for emergency works which has resulted in restricting the overall service reliability due to the lengthy temporary diversion. Whilst Service 95 has been able to absorb the diversion within existing resources, Service 94 has been unable to fully serve Marsden Park.
Since the service revisions, Lancashire County Council and the Service Provider have received positive feedback on the new travelling opportunities provided by the service revisions. However, there have been a number of complaints from customers now unable to access the North West part of Nelson Town Centre, particularly Morrisons store and the Health Centre off Carr Road.
Proposal
After several customer requests to review the situation with regard to Service 95 being reinstated to serve the North West part of Nelson Town Centre, it is proposed to make a minor route and timetable revision to between Nelson Interchange and Marsden Park to additionally serve this area.
The general service frequencies and operation days would be unaffected and there would be no change to the new travelling opportunities created as part of the main review of the services.
This route change is unable to be accommodated until the Nelson Walton Lane bridge works have been completed, previously notified to be, in mid January 2012 and Walton Lane has been reopened. It was therefore proposed to implement these
changes from 29 January 2012, which would have allowed sufficient time to publicise the changes locally.
Delay
Unfortunately, Network Rail's closure of the Walton Lane bridge has been extended until mid March; therefore the implementation of these changes will be postponed and introduced from 25 March 2012.
Lancashire County Council would like to apologise for the delay in introducing these revisions.
Christmas in Briercliffe
The Duke Street Tree is once again lighting up Briercliffe for Christmas and this year the Parish has added additional lights in the trees at the Bowling Club and provided Christmas Trees above the shops.
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Parish Council meeting - results of the Best Dressed Window Competition revealed
The winners of the Best Dressed Christmas Window Competition are due to be revealed at the next meeting of the Parish Council which is due to be held on Monday 19th December 2011, 7:30pm at the Community Centre on Jubilee Street. The agenda can be downloaded here.
Harrison Street Pathway repairs a major success
The long awaited repairs to the Harrison Street pathway have proved to be a major success following heavy rain recently. The pathway has been repaired for a fraction of the multiple thousands of pounds quoted thanks to the hard work and dedication of local Councillors and the Parish Lengsthman. Councillor Simon Dack has volunteered both his time and equipment to provide a much improved surface at a price the Parish could afford. Allotment tenants can now access the site without running the 'pot-hole' gauntlet and due to the new drainage system the pathway will last for a number of years.
The next meeting of the Allotment Committee is due to be held at 8:15pm on Wednesday 14th December at the Community Centre on Jubilee Street and the agenda can be downloaded here.
The next meeting of the Allotment Committee is due to be held at 8:15pm on Wednesday 14th December at the Community Centre on Jubilee Street and the agenda can be downloaded here.
County Council report by County Councillor Brindle November 2011
HIGHWAYS ISSUES
I have confirmed with the Area Manager that the crossing and parking situation outside St.James School is on the Highways agenda for consideration.
Consultation with residents has taken place about the introduction of double yellow lines at Netherwood St./ Briercliffe Rd. I understand there were about 4 objections, however a TRO is being processed to carry out the proposals. The requests for other Burnley Rd / side junctions double yellow lines were passed to Duncan Reeve on 31st October for his consideration - I have received no feed back as yet.
Highways Winter Briefing - This report sets out the preparedness of the services in the event of bad winter weather.
Briefly the headings are:-
What is the winter service?
How much does it cost?
Rock Salt
Salt Supply,
Monitoring and Resilience
Weather Forecasting
Resources (Developments for winter 2011/12)
The Priority Network Hierarchy
Priority footway networks and self help
Dealing with snow
Availability of additional resources during severe winter conditions
Communications Strategy and key contacts.
The Briefing contains some useful information.(approx.10 sides of A4).
Also, I understand all grit bins have been filled, and there are adequate amounts of salt and grit for refills and road use. If there are any issues with grit bins or requests for new sitings for grit bins please let me know.
I have passed on the complimentary remarks about the drainage work carried out on Todmorden Road, and asked that all those involved be thanked for the standard of work they carried out.
OTHER MATTERS
I have received a request from Lee Stott of the Briercliffe Residents Association for funding from the Local Members Grant Scheme towards a Christmas event at Royal Court. Monies still available - but going fast!
I am also exploring other funding sources and eligibility under the Rural Development Programme for England, primarily aimed at improving the rural economy. I will keep you updated.
If there are any issues you wish me to take forward, please drop me an e-mail with details.
I have confirmed with the Area Manager that the crossing and parking situation outside St.James School is on the Highways agenda for consideration.
Consultation with residents has taken place about the introduction of double yellow lines at Netherwood St./ Briercliffe Rd. I understand there were about 4 objections, however a TRO is being processed to carry out the proposals. The requests for other Burnley Rd / side junctions double yellow lines were passed to Duncan Reeve on 31st October for his consideration - I have received no feed back as yet.
Highways Winter Briefing - This report sets out the preparedness of the services in the event of bad winter weather.
Briefly the headings are:-
What is the winter service?
How much does it cost?
Rock Salt
Salt Supply,
Monitoring and Resilience
Weather Forecasting
Resources (Developments for winter 2011/12)
The Priority Network Hierarchy
Priority footway networks and self help
Dealing with snow
Availability of additional resources during severe winter conditions
Communications Strategy and key contacts.
The Briefing contains some useful information.(approx.10 sides of A4).
Also, I understand all grit bins have been filled, and there are adequate amounts of salt and grit for refills and road use. If there are any issues with grit bins or requests for new sitings for grit bins please let me know.
I have passed on the complimentary remarks about the drainage work carried out on Todmorden Road, and asked that all those involved be thanked for the standard of work they carried out.
OTHER MATTERS
I have received a request from Lee Stott of the Briercliffe Residents Association for funding from the Local Members Grant Scheme towards a Christmas event at Royal Court. Monies still available - but going fast!
I am also exploring other funding sources and eligibility under the Rural Development Programme for England, primarily aimed at improving the rural economy. I will keep you updated.
If there are any issues you wish me to take forward, please drop me an e-mail with details.
The November Police Report is now available, Click Here.
Should the Parish Precept be increased
The Parish Council currently precepts for £8,000 each year, this has to fund all the activites of the Parish Council not funded by the garage or allotment income. For the Parish to provide additional activities it would need additional funding and a Poll is currently being run on our Polls Page, visit here to place your votes on whether the Precept should be increased. If you have any further suggestions for the Parish these can be sent to the Clerk via email at briercliffeparishcouncil@yahoo.co.uk
Parish Plan Strategic Planning Questionnaire
Please fill in the strategic planning questionnaire by following the link, Click Here.
Don't forget to vote for Lane Bottom Play Area to become a Queen Elizabeth II Field in Trust
Successful field's can now apply for funding of up to £5,000 for local improvements, click the link below to vote for Lane Bottom Playing Area.
Planning Applications
Planning applications that affect the Parish can now be viewed on the Parish Website, please visit the Planning Applications page, or ">Click Here.
Harrison Street Parish Garage Site
The first stage of the Harrison Street Garage site has now been completed and all 8 garages have been let to residents in the Parish. A second phase to include up to a further 8 garages is now being considered by the Parish Council. There is already a waiting list for the garages, however the Parish is still happy to receive further names for the list. Garages are owned and rented by the Parish, who also maintain them, at a cost of £10 per week. If you would like to put your name down for a garage please send your details to the Clerk at briercliffeparishcouncil@yahoo.co.uk
Lancashire County Council Local Member Grants
Each County Councillor has a budget of £3,000 per year under the Local Member Grants scheme. They can award funding to groups that benefit residents from within their electoral division. In order to be considered for such a grant, the applicant must meet some very basic criteria. Applications for any amount from a minimum amount of £100 can be made once the group has checked their eligibility.
If you're a group working with local people then local member grants could be for you. As a group you will need to;
·have a constitution, set of rules, or articles of association in place;
·have a group bank account; and
·be 'not for profit'.
If you meet these simple criteria and follow the guidelines below then you are eligible to apply for a local member grant.
Application forms can be downloaded by visiting the County Website here or typing in the link below.
http://www3.lancashire.gov.uk/corporate/web/view.asp?siteid=3851&pageid=30333&e=e
If you're a group working with local people then local member grants could be for you. As a group you will need to;
·have a constitution, set of rules, or articles of association in place;
·have a group bank account; and
·be 'not for profit'.
If you meet these simple criteria and follow the guidelines below then you are eligible to apply for a local member grant.
Application forms can be downloaded by visiting the County Website here or typing in the link below.
http://www3.lancashire.gov.uk/corporate/web/view.asp?siteid=3851&pageid=30333&e=e
County Councillor Brindle - October Report
The County Councillor provided figures of children receiving pupil premiums in the Parish which were low in comparison to other areas. It was noted that the County Council is about to start a campaign around adoption and fostering. There was no further feedback with regards to ongoing issues and the Councillor has still not received any grant applications for Briercliffe. It was suggested that the Allotment Society are to be encouraged to make an application for a contribution towards the Harrison Street pathway.
The Strategic Planning decision on double yellow lines was reported to the County Councillor.
County Councillor Brindle also reported that she has been appointed as the Champion for better relations between the County, the Borough and the Parish and offered shadowing opportunities to all Councillors
The Strategic Planning decision on double yellow lines was reported to the County Councillor.
County Councillor Brindle also reported that she has been appointed as the Champion for better relations between the County, the Borough and the Parish and offered shadowing opportunities to all Councillors
Vote for Lane Bottom to become a Queen Elizabeth Fields in Trust
Today is the start of your chance to protect outdoor spaces near you. This morning Fields in Trust launched the Save a Space for Me campaign with events in London and Cardiff and screened a special video message from their Patron The Duke of Cambridge.
For the next 4 weeks you can get involved in permanently protecting 2012 parks, playing fields and playgrounds as part of the next phase of The Queen Elizabeth II Fields Challenge to mark HM The Queen’s Diamond Jubilee and the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games.
Kate Humble and Olympic silver medallist Roger Black along with local school children were on hand in Charlton Park, Greenwich along with the principal partner Asda to show their support for the Challenge.
In Cardiff Non Evans MBE visited Penarth Athletic Fields one of the 7 sites nominated by the Vale of Glamorgan Council.
As well as being safeguarded for future generations Queen Elizabeth II Fields in England and Wales can apply for a grant from the
£1 million SITA Trust fund to make these spaces even better.
Voting is now open so please tell your friends and family all about it and get voting!
How?
Visit www.qe2fields.com, put in the postcode BB10 3QN and vote for Lane Bottom Play area and click to show your support!
If you'd like to get more involved in your local outdoor space then why not also sign up to be a volunteer?
We're looking forward to seeing all your votes!
For the next 4 weeks you can get involved in permanently protecting 2012 parks, playing fields and playgrounds as part of the next phase of The Queen Elizabeth II Fields Challenge to mark HM The Queen’s Diamond Jubilee and the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games.
Kate Humble and Olympic silver medallist Roger Black along with local school children were on hand in Charlton Park, Greenwich along with the principal partner Asda to show their support for the Challenge.
In Cardiff Non Evans MBE visited Penarth Athletic Fields one of the 7 sites nominated by the Vale of Glamorgan Council.
As well as being safeguarded for future generations Queen Elizabeth II Fields in England and Wales can apply for a grant from the
£1 million SITA Trust fund to make these spaces even better.
Voting is now open so please tell your friends and family all about it and get voting!
How?
Visit www.qe2fields.com, put in the postcode BB10 3QN and vote for Lane Bottom Play area and click to show your support!
If you'd like to get more involved in your local outdoor space then why not also sign up to be a volunteer?
We're looking forward to seeing all your votes!
Waiting Lists
The Allotments waiting list has now been published click here to view where you are on the waiting list. If you would like a Parish Council Allotment please complete an application form and return it to the Parish Clerk. There are also waiting lists for the Harrison Street garage colony and the Turning Circle garage colony, again send an application to join these lists as plots do become available quite often.
Parish Council and Allotment Minutes
The minutes of the Parish Council meeting of the 19th September 2011 and the Allotments Committee of the 15th September 2011 are now available on the meetings page. Click here to download the minutes.
The September Police Report is also available to view here.
The September Police Report is also available to view here.
Multi Use Games Area
The Parish Council is in the process of applying for external funding grants to provide a Multi Use Games area in the Parish. In order to achieve this we need local residents to complete the polls below, please take a few seconds to click on the polls and help us in our achievements.
Public Question Time
Every Parish Council meeting starts with a public question time, where residents can raise any issues of concern to the Parish Council. At the July meeting three issues were raised, these included hedges on Burnley Road that are overhanging the pavement, blocking both usage of the pavement and car sightlines. County Councillor Brindle agreed to take the issue forward and would get the County to approach the residents about trimming the hedges. The verges on Harrison Street are overgrown and Councillor Frost agreed to contact the District Council and have these cut. An issue of noise nuisance was also raised and it was agreed that the parties would try mediation to resolve the problem.
If you have a question for the Parish Council, please join us at a meeting, they are held on the third Monday of every month, 7:30pm at the Community Centre.
If you have a question for the Parish Council, please join us at a meeting, they are held on the third Monday of every month, 7:30pm at the Community Centre.
Lancashire County Council Report
At the July Parish Council meeting, County Councillor Margaret Bindle reported that the grit
bin on Talbot Street is still on the list which is being worked through. The resurfacing of Halifax Road has resolved the pot hole complaints but has exacerbated the speeding complaints again. Residents affected were notified of the road closure and any further work will use a ‘stop and go’ system. The County Council have offered up to £800 towards the purchase of a Speed Indicator (SPiD) sign which costs around £2,200 with the brackets, training and technical backup. County Councillor Mike Potter has a funding pot for applications and Councillor Kelly agreed to investigate this further.
It was also reported that only one property in Burnley is affected by the closure of Southern Cross and this property is in Hapton.
The County Councillor reminded the meeting about grants available to community groups and updated that one application has been
received.
Due to resident complaints, Todmorden Road before the bridge at Cockden will have temporary repairs with a full repair in the autumn. This will need a road closure and affected residents will be notified.
bin on Talbot Street is still on the list which is being worked through. The resurfacing of Halifax Road has resolved the pot hole complaints but has exacerbated the speeding complaints again. Residents affected were notified of the road closure and any further work will use a ‘stop and go’ system. The County Council have offered up to £800 towards the purchase of a Speed Indicator (SPiD) sign which costs around £2,200 with the brackets, training and technical backup. County Councillor Mike Potter has a funding pot for applications and Councillor Kelly agreed to investigate this further.
It was also reported that only one property in Burnley is affected by the closure of Southern Cross and this property is in Hapton.
The County Councillor reminded the meeting about grants available to community groups and updated that one application has been
received.
Due to resident complaints, Todmorden Road before the bridge at Cockden will have temporary repairs with a full repair in the autumn. This will need a road closure and affected residents will be notified.
Allotments
The Allotments have seen four new tenants take up plots this month, a further two plots may be available soon. The Allotments have a waiting list but there has never been a better time to get your name down for an allotment. A new process has been developed and it is now very easy to complete an allotment application form. You can request a small plot as a trial area to see if 'the good life' is for you and move onto a large plot when one is available or just jump in and take on a full plot and start growing those fruits and veggies.
Queen Elizabeth II Playing Field Nomination
2012 marks Her Majesty The Queen’s Diamond Jubilee and Fields in Trust want to ensure that it is celebrated in fitting style. The Queen Elizabeth II Fields Challenge, operated by Fields in Trust, is a fantastic new campaign to protect 2012 outdoor recreational spaces in communities all across the country as a permanent living legacy of this great event.
From sports pitches to woodlands, children's play areas to gardens and bicycle trails to parks, the Queen Elizabeth II Fields Challenge will protect a diverse range of outdoor spaces ensuring that there is something to appeal to everyone.
The Parish Council has nominated Lane Bottom Children's Play Area for the Queen Elizabeth II Fields Challenge. The area is in the small hamlet of Lane Bottom (population 700 including an estate of 90 houses). The site is a former cotton weaving shed which was demolished in the late 1960s and the space grassed over. A small play area has been created at one side with swings etc intended for children under 7. The rest of the space is just grass area on which local children can play. There is 1 picnic table. The area is surrounded on 2 sides with fields. Access is from the unadopted Walverden Rd, through a gate and onto a tarmac path. There is easy disabled access. The nearest green space is over a mile away. It is well used by local children and by a footpath regularly used by walkers.
The Council will keep you updated on our nomination.
From sports pitches to woodlands, children's play areas to gardens and bicycle trails to parks, the Queen Elizabeth II Fields Challenge will protect a diverse range of outdoor spaces ensuring that there is something to appeal to everyone.
The Parish Council has nominated Lane Bottom Children's Play Area for the Queen Elizabeth II Fields Challenge. The area is in the small hamlet of Lane Bottom (population 700 including an estate of 90 houses). The site is a former cotton weaving shed which was demolished in the late 1960s and the space grassed over. A small play area has been created at one side with swings etc intended for children under 7. The rest of the space is just grass area on which local children can play. There is 1 picnic table. The area is surrounded on 2 sides with fields. Access is from the unadopted Walverden Rd, through a gate and onto a tarmac path. There is easy disabled access. The nearest green space is over a mile away. It is well used by local children and by a footpath regularly used by walkers.
The Council will keep you updated on our nomination.
Duke Street Garden
Duke Street Garden has been planted up with annual bedding plants donated by the Borough Council, this has much improved the area and created a local focal point for the Parish. All we need now is to have a nice summer to allow these flowers to grow. The Parish Council hopes to provide bedding plants each year for the Duke Street Gardens if this can be done at little or no cost, otherwise hardy perennials may be considered.
The area needs to be regularly maintained with weeding and tidying and if any local group or even individuals would be willing to volunteer, the Parish would welcome this. If you are interested in becoming a Friend of the Duke Street Gardens please contact the Parish Clerk or any Parish Councillor.
Do you have any further suggestions for our Duke Street Garden area, for example, would you like spring bulbs to be planted, please let us know.
The area needs to be regularly maintained with weeding and tidying and if any local group or even individuals would be willing to volunteer, the Parish would welcome this. If you are interested in becoming a Friend of the Duke Street Gardens please contact the Parish Clerk or any Parish Councillor.
Do you have any further suggestions for our Duke Street Garden area, for example, would you like spring bulbs to be planted, please let us know.
Duke Street Flag Pole Opening
The Armed Forces Day flag and the new flag pole were offically opened on Saturday 25th June when the Parish unvield the Support the Armed Forces Day flag. Though the morning wasn't the sunniest for June, Clllr Frost, the Chair of the Parish Council raised the flag with Cllrs Kelly, Prince, Royle and Thomas and the Parish Allotment Manager, John Greenwood who had worked around the clock to ensure that the flag pole was installed in time for the opening.
The Parish also now has a Union Flag which will be flown to commemorate special occassions such as the Queen's Jubilee next year.
The Parish also now has a Union Flag which will be flown to commemorate special occassions such as the Queen's Jubilee next year.
Armed Forces Day
To celebrate and recognise the great work and commitment provided by those in the services, Armed Forces Day is held on the 25th June each year. The Parish Council has agreed to provide a flag pole to commemerate the day and this will be erected at the Duke Street corner later this month. The pole will be used to fly the armed forces flag on the 27th and will fly other flags throughout the year.
New Parish Signs
YOU will see new parish signs going up around the area in the coming months that are in memory of a Local Councillor Michael Holsgrove. Michael worked for the firm Aircelle who he had asked advice for on making the signs, and they agreed to carry on making the signs and donated the signs for free in Michael’s memory.
The parish council wish to thank the directors for donating the signs, also Paul and Liz Atkinson for donating the stones on which some of the signs will be placed, and Simon Dak for his time at siting the stones. A ceremony took place with Michaels wife Rita and family, along with the Mayor of Burnley and the Directors of Aircelle on June 3rd with refreshments afterwards at the Queen St Mill.
The first sign was officially unvield by the Worshipful the Mayor of Burnley Councillor David Heginbotham on Friday 3rd June 2011.
The Parish Council will be installing over 20 signs throughout the Parish, however, due to costs, only a few signs will be installed each year so this will be a long term project. A close friend of Michael's has asked if he could sponsor one of the new signs for which the Parish is extremely grateful. If you would like to sponsor a sign to help us instal the signs quicker please contact the Parish Clerk who has a list of locations and costs for all the signs.
The parish council wish to thank the directors for donating the signs, also Paul and Liz Atkinson for donating the stones on which some of the signs will be placed, and Simon Dak for his time at siting the stones. A ceremony took place with Michaels wife Rita and family, along with the Mayor of Burnley and the Directors of Aircelle on June 3rd with refreshments afterwards at the Queen St Mill.
The first sign was officially unvield by the Worshipful the Mayor of Burnley Councillor David Heginbotham on Friday 3rd June 2011.
The Parish Council will be installing over 20 signs throughout the Parish, however, due to costs, only a few signs will be installed each year so this will be a long term project. A close friend of Michael's has asked if he could sponsor one of the new signs for which the Parish is extremely grateful. If you would like to sponsor a sign to help us instal the signs quicker please contact the Parish Clerk who has a list of locations and costs for all the signs.
Two New Sections on the Website
The website now contains two new sections, Download Forms that allows individuals or organisations to download allotment or funding application forms. It also contains a Police Report section that details crime over the last month.
Co-operation does work!
Added: 18 March 2011
Following on from our request for people to ring up if they see anything suspicious, we can report that this is working. Two youths were caught and were each dealt an £80 fixed penalty for setting fires in the woods. One youth was also fined £80 for racial abuse at the Eastern Delight. Large amounts of alcohol have also been confiscated and disposed of, with serveral youths having to be taken home. As a result of this, 30 youth referrals were issued, 29 to youths living outside the Parish.
Keep up the good work!
Following on from our request for people to ring up if they see anything suspicious, we can report that this is working. Two youths were caught and were each dealt an £80 fixed penalty for setting fires in the woods. One youth was also fined £80 for racial abuse at the Eastern Delight. Large amounts of alcohol have also been confiscated and disposed of, with serveral youths having to be taken home. As a result of this, 30 youth referrals were issued, 29 to youths living outside the Parish.
Keep up the good work!
