SHELFANGER

MARCH 2023

We're looking for a new clerk

Shelfanger Parish Council is looking for an enthusiastic and self-motivated person to fill the role of Clerk to the Parish Council and Responsible Financial Officer. The post is for 6 hours a week and is based from home, with bi-monthly meetings taking place in the Village Church. For an informal chat please contact the Parish Council Chair Stephen Groom on 07871313126 or to apply please contact Lois Easter – current Parish Clerk at shelfangerpc@gmail.com Closing date for applications is 30 April 2023.

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What we've achieved in the last year

Shelfanger Parish Council has effectively made improvements in the village over the past year. An independent flood survey was commissioned which galvanised several flood agencies and Riparian owners to clear ditches and waterways.  This approach  must be maintained to ensure further flooding is avoided. 

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The speed awareness sign has been moved nearer the Allotments to slow traffic before it reaches the village.

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Two new dog litter bins have been purchased so thank you to those responsible dog owners who are using them.

  

Further financial responsibilities of the Parish council include the maintenance of the Church’s memorial clock, the village sign, the upkeep of permissive footpaths, the bus shelter, the village pump and the noticeboard.  Also a new website has been designed and can now be accessed at www.shelfangerpc.info where you will find up to date information, PC documents and news.

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Shelfanger and surrounding Parish Councils have been tirelessly campaigning about the proposed AD plant in Bressingham and now await an Enforcement Order for its removal to be served on the applicant. Were it to become operational, the plant will have a devastating impact on the surrounding unsuitable approach roads, nearby Boyland Common a site of special scientific importance, and another of the Parish Council’s responsibilities.

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Norfolk Lieutenancy Newsletter

This second edition of the newsletter contains information concerning celebratory and community events that will take place over the Coronation Weekend between Saturday 6 and Monday 8 May 2023. The aim of this newsletter is to update on the sequence of events that have been announced as part of a weekend of celebrations, and to help signpost further information, for the benefit of local and community leaders, and event organisers in Norfolk.

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The Lady Dannatt MBE, HM Lord Lieutenant of Norfolk, has said: ‘Let us come together to celebrate, help others and honour the unsung heroes who have gone the extra mile for their communities’. 

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Bonfires

Bonfires are allowed in your garden as long as it’s not causing a problem for your neighbours. Please speak to your neighbour if their bonfire is affecting you but if the problem persists, contact the Environment team at South Norfolk Council.

An abatement notice can be served for persistent offenders. When lighting a bonfire, please follow these sensible procedures:

• only burn dry wood - wet wood gives off more smoke.

• never burn household rubbish or rubber tyres, or use oil to light the fire.

• check to make sure your neighbours haven't hung washing outside.

• avoid lighting a bonfire on damp days - smoke is more likely to hang in the air.

• be careful of wind direction - make sure smoke isn’t blowing over other

  people’s property.

• avoid having a bonfire on a weekend or bank holiday when people want to

  enjoy their gardens.

• never leave a fire unattended or leave it to smoulder - douse it with water if

  necessary.

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JANUARY 2023

Time to get walking again!

With Spring on its way we start to think about getting out to walk in the beautiful English countryside again, but where to find new and interesting walks?

 

Walking in Norfolk www.walkinginengland.co.uk/norfolk has loads of walks to download and print, free, it also has books of walks, details of all the walking groups in the county and much more. Whether you want to walk on your own or with a group all the information is there in one place.

 

John Harris (who maintains the website) said ‘There is so much walking information on the web but it is difficult to find. Walking in Norfolk (part of the Walking in England website) has brought it together in one place so whether you are walking from home, or away on holiday, you will be able to find a walk suitable for you’.

 

With walks from half a mile to twelve miles plus long, and a note of suitability for pushchairs and wheelchairs, everyone can find a walk to enjoy. So home or away, check out the websites and get walking!

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Community Oil-buying Scheme

'Thinking fuel' is Community Action Norfolk's (CAN's) community oil-buying scheme. To be part of this scheme, register for free online at www.communityactionnorfolk.org.uk

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County Broadband

You may have noticed that County Broadband has been in the village to lay cables, but this has been attempted without any communication with residents, or the Parish Council, so look out for any activity of this nature.

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Thank You to dog owners

Thank you to those dog owners who have been using either of the two newly purchased dog litter bins; at the top of Druid's Lane and Heywood Road.

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New Parish Council Website

The Parish Council has now had the Shelfanger Parish Council website rebuilt as the previous one was no longer fit for purpose. Therefore, more information about the work of the Parish Council, and the village, can be accessed.

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May 2023 Local Elections

In May local elections will take place so if you would like to become a Parish Councillor please contact the Clerk for more information.

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Developing a Household Emergency Plan

https://www.norfolkprepared.gov.uk › uploads › 2020/03

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