Abberley Neighbourhood Plan documents have now been published on the Malvern Hills District Council website
All the Neighbourhood Plan documents have now been published on the MHDC website at
(Reynolds Lane, Abberley)(Temporary Road Closure) Order 2021
(Reynolds Lane, Abberley)(Temporary Closure) Order 2021- Proposed Order: to close that part of Reynolds Lane from its junction with C2071 Abberley to its junction with C2276 Abberley- Reason: Surface dressing by Worcestershire County Council . Alternative route: C2276 Abberley, C2276 The Village, C2071 Abberley and vice versa. Maximum duration: 18 Months. Anticipated duration: 20 days Commencing: 11 June 2021
Click here to download U64409 Reynolds Lane Abberley Diversion
Abberley Hope at Easter Displays
Abberley Hope at Easter Displays – Report from Cllr. Kate Andrew
The response to the Abberley Hope at Easter window and front garden decorations was superb with 30 displays popping up all over the parish between Palm Sunday and Easter. Some we knew about, some were part of the nationwide day of reflection and the WI green heart initiative, some just appeared, some even had chocolate goodies for passing children to enjoy whilst out for a walk over the Easter weekend.
Thank you so much to everyone who took the time and effort to make their colourful and eye catching displays, to Tony Chance for the map and Clare and the Care Farm students for the posters, the donkey walk and the board on the village sign.
I know people enjoyed walking around the parish and looking at the beautiful and unusual ideas people had come up with.
Update on the UK Government’s Green Homes Grant Scheme.
Update on the UK Government’s Green Homes Grant Scheme.
“As part of the UK Government’s new Green Homes Grant Scheme, vouchers worth up to £10,000 will be given to homeowners and landlords to make their homes more energy efficient.”
The government has withdrawn this scheme as from 31st March 2021 due to complaints from installers not receiving funding and causing cash flow issues. It has not been reported why the scheme has been stopped but £300million has been allocated out of the original £ 1.5 billion.
For parishioners who still wish to improve their homes and invest in renewables it is still possible to apply for the Renewable Heat Incentive which can usually cover the capital cost of a heat pump over 7 years. https://www.ofgem.gov.uk/environmental-programmes/domestic-rhi
If you need guidance and are not sure where to start then contact:
We will watch to see what replaces the Green Voucher Scheme which was favourable in awarding funding up front.
If parishioners are still considering PV then this is still a great thing to do using permitted development rights so you don’t need planning permission unless you are listed or in a conservation area. Prices are competitive and efficiencies increasing all the time so you need fewer panels.
Abberley Parish Council has a vacancy for a Parish Councillor.
Abberley Parish Council has a vacancy for a Parish Councillor.
The Parish Council may have up to 9 Parish Councillors. The council currently has 8 Councillors and a vacancy for a Abberley Councillor currently exists.
The Council meets on the third Wednesday in the month wherever possible at Abberley Village Hall, starting at 7.30pm. (Currently all meetings are undertaken remotely via Zoom)
If you are interested in finding out more about how to become a Parish Councillor download the Abberley Parish Council Co-option Policy
CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD Co option Policy
Please return this completed form, together with the completed Co-option Eligibility Form to:
Abberley Parish Council, 1a Church Walk, Areley Kings, Stourport on Severn, Worcestershire DY13 0AL
or Email:
Forms must be returned no later than Friday 28th May 2021
Data Protection 1998
The information provided on this application form will remain private and confidential and will only be
used for the purpose of considering an application to become a Parish Councillor.
Following the sad passing of HRH The Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, a Book of Condolence for Worcestershire has opened online.
The Book of Condolence is open for residents to pay their respects and show their love and support for the Royal Family.
Due to the current COVID-19 restrictions, traditional physical books of condolences are not being made available for people to record their messages.
As an alternative, you can leave your message by following the below link. Your message will be shown on an online book of condolence and it is anticipated that the content of the online book of condolences will eventually be retained as part of the historical records at the Worcestershire Archive and Archaeology Service.
Here is the link to the Online Book of Condolence
If you are unable to leave a message via the online book of condolence or are unable to ask a relative or friend to complete on your behalf, please call 01905 765765 select option 9 and a member of staff can complete the online form on your behalf.
Opening hours are 9am to 5pm Monday to Friday.
The Book of Condolence will close at 8am on Sunday (18 April)
NOTICE OF VACANCY IN OFFICE OF COUNCILLOR
NOTICE OF VACANCY IN OFFICE OF COUNCILLOR
Parish of Abberley.
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN
that a casual vacancy has arisen in the Office of Councillor for the Parish Council following the resignation on 26th March 2021 of Councillor James Gibson
If by 22nd April 2021 a request for an election to fill said vacancy is made in writing to the Returning Officer at the address below 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.
If an election is called, it will take place not later than 29th June 2021
Dated: 1st April 2021
Clerk to the Parish Council:
Carole Hirst, Abberley Parish Council.
Returning Officer:
Andy Baldwin
The Council House
Avenue Road
Malvern
WR14 3AF
There’s still time to take part in the census
There’s still time to take part in the census
There is still time for residents across the Wychavon District to fill in the census questionnaire.
Census Day, which was on Sunday March 21, marked the day that millions of people across England and Wales completed key questions about themselves and their households to ensure local services in every community are informed by the best information possible.
For those who have not yet submitted their online or paper questionnaires or have maybe misplaced their invitation letter, there is lots of help available.
A new unique access code can be requested online and there is face-to-face assistance at local Census Support Centres.
Field officers are also calling at households who have not completed their census. They will follow social distancing and COVID-safe guidelines, supporting people to take part. They will be equipped with PPE and will never need to enter anyone’s home.
The results from the census will shed light on the needs of different groups and communities, and the inequalities people are experiencing. This is to ensure the big decisions facing the country following the pandemic and EU exit are based on the best information possible, through the anonymised answers provided.
The Office of National Statistics will never share personal details and no-one, including government bodies, will be able to identify anyone in census statistics. Personal census records will be kept secure for 100 years, and only then can future generations view it.
Cllr Bradley Thomas, Leader of Wychavon District Council, said: “There is still time to take part in the census and we encourage those who haven’t done so to fill it out as soon as possible. There is plenty of support available for those who need it both online and offline. The census is so important, and it only takes ten minutes out of your day to complete.”
If the census is not completed, there is a risk of a fine of up to £1,000.
To complete the census, and to find out how to get help, please visit www.census.gov.uk or call 0800 141 2021.
NOTICE OF THE CLOSURE OF THE VILLAGE, ABBERLEY, WORCESTERSHIRE (“THE HIGHWAY”)- for 21 days commencing 29 March 2021.
PUBLIC NOTICE
ROAD TRAFFIC REGULATION ACT 1984 – SECTION 14 (AS AMENDED)
WORCESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL
NOTICE OF THE CLOSURE OF THE VILLAGE, ABBERLEY, WORCESTERSHIRE (“THE HIGHWAY”)
Reason for restriction: Property stabilisation and repair following a significant vehicular impact There is a likelihood of danger to the public or of serious damage to the road. There is a need to close the highway in the following terms:-
- The effect of this Notice is that no vehicle shall proceed along that part of the highway from its junction with U64410 Abberley to its junction with C2071 Abberley.
- This provision shall continue in force for a maximum of 21 days, it is anticipated that it will remain in force for 21 days commencing 29 March 2021.
- Alternative routes: C2276 Abberley, C2276 Dunley, A451 Dunley, A451 Yarhampton, A451 Stourport Road, A443 Worcester Road, A443 Great Witley Road, A443 The Common Abberley to Wynniatts Way, B4202 Apostles Oak, B4202 Clows Top Road, C2071 Apostles Oak and vice versa.
MHDC Update – Changes to Bird Flu restrictions
Changes to Bird Flu restrictions
The Government has confirmed that the requirement for keepers of birds and poultry, including in private gardens, to keep them housed will be lifted on 31 March. Biosecurity measures will remain in place though and keepers of birds and poultry are asked to spend the next few days making preparations should they wish to allow their birds to wander around again.
Details are available here