Tree work to be carried out
Following the last Conditions and Hazard Assessments for trees on Parish land, the second phase of work is scheduled to commence on 12th February 2024 and will be carried out by Shire Trees.
Neighbourhood Plan Digital Survey
In June 2023, Haslingfield Parish Council voted to formally start work on the Neighbourhood Plan (NP). A Neighbourhood Plan is a way for local communities to have a say in the future of the places they live and work. Once approved by the local authority, Neighbourhood Plans have to be considered by the planning authority when making planning decisions.
Completing the survey will help make sure the NP team have everyone’s views of our village and the surrounding parish as it is at the moment. Any personal information you share with us will remain confidential.
Paper copies of the survey have been delivered to every household in the village and more are available in the shop, churches and from the clerk. The survey can be completed digitally by following this link: NP Digital Survey
Official Haslingfield Skatepark Opening
The time has come for the official opening of Haslingfield’s new skatepark! Please come down on Friday, 27 October from 1-5pm. There will be a best trick competition, open jam, prizes and giveaways. Hope to see you there!
Notice of conclusion of external audit
Haslingfield Parish Council has received the external auditor’s report for the 2022-23 financial year. The report (AGAR Section 3) can be found under Documents – Finance.
The Annual Governance & Accountability Return (AGAR) is available for inspection by any local government elector on application to the Parish Clerk.
Parish Council vacancies
Haslingfield Parish Council has two vacancies:
Administrator to the Badcock Recreation Ground Trust
The Parish Council is looking for someone to support the Trust that runs the Village Hall for approximately 6 hours a week. The appointee will report to the Parish Clerk. The ideal candidate would have a good working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel, be a good administrator and have sound communication skills. You will be required to work an average of six hours per week, mostly working from home and be available to attend occasional evening meetings to take the minutes. Full training will be given. The rate of pay is based on NALC’s Salary Scale 19 at £14.48 per hour.
and
Caretaker for the Village Hall
The Parish Council is looking for a caretaker the Village Hall for approximately 10 hours a month. The appointee will report to the Parish Clerk. The role involves inspecting the hall weekly, internally and externally, and carrying out or reporting any necessary repairs; setting the heating system to accommodate bookings; carrying out repairs and maintenance agreed with the Clerk; and meeting contractors. The hours are flexible, and the rate of pay is £12.00 per hour.
If you are interested in either position, please contact Lise Jackson, Parish Clerk at clerk@haslingfieldparishcouncil.gov.uk or 01223 870269.
The closing date for both positions is 8 September 2023.
New Parish Councillor vacancy
There is a vacancy at Haslingfield Parish Council caused by the resignation of Cllr Ratnasothy.
A by-election to fill the vacancy will be held if within 14 days (computed in accordance with the Regulations) from the date of the notice, ten electors for the parish give notice in writing requesting that an election be held.
Such notice must be delivered to the Returning Officer at South Cambridgeshire District Council, South Cambridgeshire Hall, Cambourne Business Park, Cambourne, Cambridge, CB23 6EA.
If no such notice is given, the Parish Council will fill the vacancy by co-option.
Haslingfield Greenway Drop-In – 12 July 2022
The Haslingfield Greenway will be a new walking, cycling and, where appropriate, horse-riding route between Haslingfield, Grantchester, Cantelupe Farm and Cambridge with a spur from Haslingfield to Hauxton.
It is one of twelve Greater Cambridge Greenways that will make journeys easier, cheaper, healthier, greener and pleasant into and out of Cambridge and to enjoy the countryside for leisure purposes. They will also help to make local journeys, such as school and nursery runs safer and easier.
From next week, Greater Cambridge Partnership would like to hear your views on the Haslingfield Greenway.
You will be able to learn more and provide your views via the following options:
- An online survey will run from Monday 11th July until Friday 5th August 2022. Please come back to this page on 11th July for the survey link
- On Tuesday 12th July we will host a drop-in at Haslingfield Village Hall:
- Venue: Haslingfield Village Hall
- Time: 2:00pm – 7:00pm
- Address: New Rd, Haslingfield, Cambridge, CB23 1JP
- An online event will take place on Monday 18th July via Zoom.
- Time: 6:00pm- 8:00pm
- https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_FKQXr0E1S_mGi1n14ygMxg
Notice of Public Rights and Publication of Unaudited Annual Governance and Accountability Return – year ending 31/03/22
The Notice of Public Rights and Publication of Unaudited Annual Governance and Accountability Return (AGAR) – Accounts for the Year Ended 31 March 2022 is posted here.
Please note that Sections 1 & 2 of the AGAR 2021-22, along with this notice for y/e 31 March 2022, are published on the Parish Council page of the Haslingfield village website, the Parish Council’s own website and can also be found in paper format on the PC notice boards. These are unaudited and may be subject to change.
Vacancies for Parish Councillors
Haslingfield Parish Council are looking for new Councillors.
Do you love Haslingfield and want to shape its future?
Do you enjoy being part of a team?
If so, please consider volunteering! No special skills required.
Position is open to those age 18+ who live, work or own land in the village or within 3 miles of the parish boundary and are British subjects or EU nationals. Anyone interested in volunteering should contact the Parish Clerk by email clerk@haslingfieldparishcouncil.gov.uk or telephone: 01223 870269
Parish Council Elections – 5 May 2022
Parish Council elections are due to be held on Thursday 5 May 2022. There are 11 seats available.
The Notice of Election can be found here and on Parish Council noticeboards.
Nominations packs are available from the Clerk – please contact me by 31 March on 01223 870269 or clerk@haslingfieldparishcouncil.gov.uk if you would like a pack delivered. You can also download the nomination pack. Nominations must be hand delivered to South Cambridgeshire Hall, Cambourne Business Park, Cambourne CB23 6EA by 4 pm on Tuesday 5 April 2022.
Please contact me if you require your electoral roll number or have any other queries.
Lise Jackson – Haslingfield Parish Clerk