Newton Flotman Parish Council

You may have read in the news that in May 2011 Norfolk County Council was successful in its bid to secure Government funding to help provide improved broadband speeds and access across Norfolk.

A website has been set-up to keep the people of Norfolk informed and updated about this project – www.norfolk.gov.uk/sayyesnorfolk

Norfolk County Council are aware that large areas of the County lack access to even a basic broadband service, but in order to attract competitive bids from a number of telecoms partners they need to show them what the actual demand in Norfolk is.  The more people who register their interest now, the more attractive Norfolk will be and put them in a stronger position to provide superfast broadbant in as many areas as possible.

If you wish to register please go to the website where there are forms for residents and businesses.  You can also ring council customer services on 0344 800 8023.  Forms are also available in libraries and mobile libraries.

Please note that when you register there is no obligation to buy a broadband service – you will simply be helping to demonstrate the demand.

Halloween is fast approaching.

South Norfolk have produced posters for parishioners to display on their doors to make it clear to trick or treaters whether they will be welcome or not.

Halloween Trick or Treaters 2011Welcome  Halloween 2011 Do Not Disturb

In order to inform the decisions made by Norfolk Police Authority’s 17 members (councillors appointed by the County Council and independent members) on behalf of communities, you are invited to complete their Police and Crime Survey at www.norfolk-pa.gov.uk/survey.cfm

The short survey will ask you to share your views on crime and policing issues, including whether you feel your local police are tackling the things that matter to you, how safe you feel in your local area and your perceptions of crime and anti-social behaviour levels and what you feel should be the priority for Norfolk’s police.

If you would prefer to complete a hard copy of the survey, these are available on request via 01953 424455.

The Boundary Commision for England published on the 13 September its initial proposals for new Parliamentary constituencies in England.  The public consultation process runs until 5 December 2011.

Details of the proposals are available on the following website which include the methods by which individuals can comment should they wish.

www.independent.gov.uk/boundarycommissionforengland

The opportunity for individuals to comment during the second stage of the the Local Development Framework (LDF) is taking place between 29 August and 18 November.  Details including a questionnaire can be accessed via the following links which also include the Parish Council’s response during the initial consultation phase.

Site Specific consultation Doc.Aug 2011

Map 060 Newton Flotman

Site Specific Areas

Questionnaire response form 2011

Parish Council Response

As part of a traffic calming initiative, the Newton Flotman ‘speed watch’ volunteers completed their training and became active as from Tuesday 16 August.

Unfortunately, due to a Borough Council Meeting Graham Plant (NCC Cabinet Member for Travel and Transportation) will now be unable to attend.  The next meeting is 27th September, where he will be able to explain why the A140 is not included as part of the Transport Strategy.

Becky Betts of Radio Norfolk ‘Treasure Quest’ opens the Village Fete and claims the treasure!

The Annual Parish Meeting will take place on Tuesday 24 May in the Village Centre.  Light refreshments will be available from 7.30 prior to the meeting which starts at 8.00pm. This is YOUR opportunity to join in, talk to your representatives, find out what’s happening in the village and to hear of past, present and future activities from village organisations