Edith Weston Parish Council has a vacancy for one Parish Councillor.  See the Noticeboard section under the Home menu for details and how to apply.  Closing date 11th June 2024.

RCC's budget consultation is open to the public - please see their website

All locals are welcome to come along to Souper Space. You can grab a free, hearty bowl of soup with a bread roll and relax at our warm and welcoming centre.

The soup is made from surplus vegetables from local supermarkets and is made into a delicious lunch by our team of volunteers.

This a joint project run by two local community groups, Root and Branch and Pepper's- A Safe Place.

Starting onWednesday March 15th 12-2pm

This could be the perfect space for anyone struggling financially, anyone looking at getting back into the community, anyone too nervous to attend a Pepper's session (as you can come with friends/ there's no pressure to talk to anyone/ to stay for any longer than it takes to eat a bowl of soup) or just anyone who likes soup!

The MoD has updated it's guidance for private dog walkers using MoD estates - please see attached leaflet.

In May 2023 there will be an election (or re-election) for all seats on Edith Weston Parish Council. Have you ever thought about becoming a parish councillor?

The role of parish councillor involves helping the local community on certain issues that might affect or be of interest to residents of the village such as planning decisions and our environment. Of particular interest, of course, is the future of St George’s barracks.

To be eligible to stand you need to be at least 18 years of age, a British, Commonwealth, Irish or EU citizen and either be on the register of electors for the parish or have lived within 3 miles of the parish boundary for the last year. The parish council meets on the last Monday of each month at 7.15 pm, and councillors can become involved in various aspects of the work of the council. The time commitment is around 1-2 hours a week.

If you think this is something that might interest you, please come along to the next parish council meeting on 27^th February in the Village Hall or contact the parish clerk – ewpcclerk@gmail.com.

NOTICE OF VACANCY

IN THE OFFICE OF COUNCILLOR

EDITH WESTON PARISH COUNCIL

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a casual vacancy is deemed to have occurred in the office of Councillor for the Parish Council following the resignation on 11 January 2023 of Councillor Peter Coe.

Rules 5(5) and 5(6) of the Local Elections (Parishes and Communities) (England and Wales) Rules 2006, provide that on a casual vacancy occurring in the office of town councillor within six months before the day on which that councillor would regularly have retired, the parish council may, as soon as practicable after the expiry of the period of 14 days (i.e. 14 days, computed as below, after public notice of the vacancy has been given) co-opt a person to fill the vacancy.

Any vacancy not so filled must be filled at the next ordinary election.

MARK ANDREWS

RETURNING OFFICER

Date: 27 January 2023

* In computing any period of time for this purpose, a Saturday, Sunday, day of the Christmas break, of the Easter break or of a bank holiday or day appointed for public thanksgiving or mourning must be disregarded.

“The Christmas break” means the period beginning with the last week day before Christmas Eve and ending with the first week day after Christmas Day which is not a bank holiday, “the Easter break” means the period beginning with the Thursday before and ending with the Tuesday after Easter Day, and “a bank holiday break” means any bank holiday not included in the Christmas break or Easter break and the period beginning with the last week day before that bank holiday and ending with the next week day which is not a bank holiday.

NOTICE OF VACANCY

IN THE OFFICE OF COUNCILLOR

EDITH WESTON PARISH COUNCIL

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a casual vacancy is deemed to have occurred in the office of Councillor for the Parish Council following the resignation on 23 November 2022 of Councillor Neil Farmer.

Rules 5(5) and 5(6) of the Local Elections (Parishes and Communities) (England and Wales) Rules 2006, provide that on a casual vacancy occurring in the office of town councillor within six months before the day on which that councillor would regularly have retired, the parish council may, as soon as practicable after the expiry of the period of 14 days (i.e. 14 days, computed as below, after public notice of the vacancy has been given) co-opt a person to fill the vacancy.

Any vacancy not so filled must be filled at the next ordinary election.

MARK ANDREWS

RETURNING OFFICER

Date: 7 December 2022

* In computing any period of time for this purpose, a Saturday, Sunday, day of the Christmas break, of the Easter break or of a bank holiday or day appointed for public thanksgiving or mourning must be disregarded.

“The Christmas break” means the period beginning with the last week day before Christmas Eve and ending with the first week day after Christmas Day which is not a bank holiday, “the Easter break” means the period beginning with the Thursday before and ending with the Tuesday after Easter Day, and “a bank holiday break” means any bank holiday not included in the Christmas break or Easter break and the period beginning with the last week day before that bank holiday and ending with the next week day which is not a bank holiday.

We all love Christmas. Don’t we?

The season of giving, seeing family, of presents, twinkly lights, cosy evenings and carols.

According to YouGov, around 25% of us find Christmas a particularly challenging time of the year.

Marking the start of the winter season we begin to see the nights draw in and our days getting shorter.

For many, Christmas can be a time of worry and of sadness. Seeing family can bring up passed traumas or memories of loved ones no longer with us. For those battling with their health, in can be difficult to contend with the social pressures to be happy and joyful. We see much needed services close. And then of course, there are the financial implications.

The cost of living crisis has meant many families will be cutting back this year. But the pressures to give gifts, to spend money they don’t have, are still very much present. What will be sacrificed instead: a warm home; a hot meal; a good credit score?

For most a season of joy, for some, the opposite.

Our top tips for the season:

• Reach out for support. Pepper’s- a safe place in Oakham have a great range of drop-in sessions and activities you can get involved with.
• Spend time with loved ones.
• Practice self-care. Whether it’s seeing a friend, getting some fresh air, having a bubble bath or watching your favourite film, make sure you make time for yourself, and for what brings you joy.
• Get active. Releasing endorphins can help to boost your mood and reduce stress. There are free classes at Pepper’s.
• Spread positivity. Check in with friends, family or neighbours. Having someone to chat to can be a huge help.
• Remember it’s ok to say no. It’s ok to not see family if it damages your mental health. It’s ok to not get that extra present.
• If you urgently need mental health support please contact the emergency services. If you’d just like to talk, you can get hold of the Samaritans on 116 123.

For the many who love Christmas, remember to check in on those around you.

For those who don’t, remember this season will pass.

‘Sometimes, it takes more courage to ask for help than to act alone.’ - Ken Petti

To find out more about Pepper’s call 07714503556 or visit www.peppersasafeplace.co.uk

NOTICE OF VACANCY
IN THE OFFICE OF COUNCILLOR

EDITH WESTON PARISH COUNCIL NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN

Pursuant to section 87(2) of the Local Government Act 1972, that because of the resignation of Norman Milne, a vacancy exists in the office of Councillor for Edith Weston Parish Council.

If by 6 September 2022 (14 days* after the date of this notice), a request for an election to fill the said vacancy is made in writing to the Returning Officer at Catmose, Oakham, Rutland, LE15 6HP by TEN electors for the said Parish, an election will be held to fill the said vacancy, otherwise the vacancy will be filled by co-option.

MARK ANDREWS RETURNING OFFICER

Date: 16 August 2022

* In computing any period of time for this purpose, a Saturday, Sunday, day of the Christmas break, of the Easter break or of a bank holiday or day appointed for public thanksgiving or mourning must be disregarded.

“The Christmas break” means the period beginning with the last week day before Christmas Eve and ending with the firstweek day after Christmas Day which is not a bank holiday, “the Easter break” means the period beginning with the Thursday before and ending with the Tuesday after Easter Day, and “a bank holiday break” means any bank holiday not included in the Christmas break or Easter break and the period beginning with the last week day before that bank holiday and ending with the next week day which is not a bank holiday.

The County Council has opened a public consultation over how and where the council builds additional housing. If you remain silent, you may not like the result. Small villages like ours need to respond to avoid being lost in the noise of larger towns.

If you only do one thing…

The survey is a nightmare of confusion, and extremely long and difficult to navigate, howeveryou do not have to answer all the questions.

Questions 11-24 are important, but if you only do one thing, question 11 is the one for you!

This is about the number of new houses to be put in the plan. Option A is in line with government recommendations, does the most to preserve our rurality, and is the best defence against the creation of a new town.

If you would like more information on the main issues we feel need to be highlighted, like carbon-neutral construction, adequate infra-structure and parking in a county with poor public transport, just reply to this email and we'll do our best to help you.

Links

This is the link to register and take part www.rutland.gov.uk/localplan

The link to Q.11 (AFTER registering) is thishttps://rutland.oc2.uk/document/9/147#topofdoc

Rutland County Council is consulting on Issues and Options for a New Local Plan.

Consultation runs until 16th September 2022

This is the first stage of public consultation. No decisions about the Local Plan have been made. We are seeking views on a range of planning issues and possible options for future development in Rutland.

We want your views on the scale and location of development, how we can cut carbon, increase biodiversity and provide infrastructure to support housing.

This consultation does not identify any potential development sites.

Neighbourhood Link

Community Messaging Services

Share your views and have your say on policing on our area.

From Rutland County Councillor Gale Waller

Alicia Kearns

Conservative MP Rutland and Melton

Road safety is one of the top concerns of residents across Rutland, Melton, the Vale and Harborough Villages.

There are dangerous junctions. Some of them, like the A606 junction with Six Hills Lane, are being improved following my intervention.

There are also too many instances of speeding through villages – and the noise that comes from it, especially from motorbikes.

And there are schools which are experiencing serious problems with speeding.

I want to work with our Councils to ensure that our roads are as safe as possible in our communities.

So I'm asking you to tell me which roads and junctions worry you most.

Complete the survey by using the link below.

More information: https://www.aliciakearns.com/RoadSafety?fbclid=IwAR2s1uLTgaZknYIcQN99Tuqk-R6sTB6OAK1CpBO8fg6aXbUw-TbwvfJx9-I

Please be advised that the airfield will be out of bounds on Thursday 10 Feb due to Military Working Dogs working there until 2200hrs.

Residents may not know but RCC are offering Rutland residents the opportunity to comment on the Future Vision for Rutland. In the past villages like ours have been under represented and the parish council strongly urge you to get involved.This is the current newsletter from RCC.

Please also see the letter attached with further information on how to get involved.

Hello and welcome to the latest Future Rutland Conversation newsletter!

Over the past few months, we've been reviewing all of the feedback given to us by residents, businesses and visitors to the county as part of a huge effort to create a new Shared Vision for Rutland – something that sets out Rutland's long-term goals and brings people together.

Put simply, we asked you what kind of county you want to live in and the Vision paints a picture of the place you described.

We're getting very excited because we're aiming to publish a draft copy of the Vision in early November. After you've had a chance to read it, you will be able to help shape a final version by telling us what you think online, in person and over the phone.

Our next newsletter in November will let you know when the Vision is available to read and explain more about how to get involved.

In the meantime, you can re-read everything we've been told so far on Future Rutland website:

Click here to view the themed summary reports

Thank you for your continued interest in the Future Rutland Conversation and we look forward to sharing your Vision with you very soon.

The Future Rutland Team,

Rutland County Council

More information:https://future.rutland.gov.uk/

Dear Residents.

Hopefully you will all have noticed we hand delivered your November newsletter this time. This was to enable us to catch any new residents to the village and give them the opportunity to sign up for the email distribution of our updates.

In passing I thought I would just say how much I enjoyed seeing all the brilliant carved pumpkins around the village as I was delivering the newsletter, there were some very good ones out there, well done everyone.

If anyone who has not already done so please feel free to contact me and sign up for regular updates from the Parish Council. Your details are kept purely for the distribution of Parish Council updates and information and will not be shared with anyone outside the parish council.

If at any point you wish to cancel your subscription, please let me know and your details will be deleted from our records.

Kind regards,

Cathie Gwilliam

Edith Weston Parish Council Clerk

01780 460128

ewpcclerk@gmail.com

www.edithweston.com

We are considering running a film club in Edith Weston and would really like to understand how much support there would be for this and who would like to be involved in setting it up and running the events. The Village Hall Committee have also kindly given their initial support. Please refer to the new Community/ Film Club page to vote or email use the Contact Us form and the Parish Council will pass on your suggestions to the organisers.

More information: https://www.edithweston.com/film-club.html

Monthly Crime Reports will now be added to the website.

To find the reports please following the link below.

https://www.edithweston.com/rutland-south-dedicated-policing-team-and-neighbourhood-watch.html

More information:https://www.edithweston.com/rutland-south-dedicated-policing-team-and-neighbourhood-watch.html