Guide to the responsibilities of Elsenham Parish Council, Uttlesford District Council, and Essex County Council.
Guide to the responsibilities of Elsenham Parish Council, Uttlesford District Council, and Essex County Council.
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“None of us can change the world. But we can change our own backyard. You know what needs fixing in your community, and you can have a say.” – Jackie Weaver
Elsenham Parish Council has several vacancies for councillors, and we would love to hear from you if you want to make a difference in your village.
For more information please contact the Parish Clerk, Louise Johnson louise.epc@gmail.com
Late in the day, Bloor Homes have advised that they will be starting work on Monday 21 February on tree felling and vegetation removal to enable the construction of their access road on Henham Road, Elsenham, on the corner just past the cricket pitch.
Work will continue for ten working days, with working hours from 08:00 to 17:00.
They say that affected residents have been informed, and that the works are not expected to be disruptive.
Queries or concerns should be directed to Freephone information line 0800 298 7040 or email jessica.tulasiewicz@becg.com
These works are for the construction of the access road only. A second application has been made for the residential element, comprising up to 350 new homes. A Zoom meeting will be held with Bloor on Thursday 24 February, 7:30 pm, to discuss these proposals. All residents are welcome to attend the meeting (Agenda).
Please be aware that Assistance Dogs and Guide Dogs are allowed on the Elsenham playing field.
Please let their owners exercise their dogs on the playing field without being challenged.
The Parish Council fully accept that the signs are not clear and are in the process of changing them.
The days are getting longer.
The clocks will soon spring forward for spring.
The great outdoors is calling.
How can you combine the benefits of shaking off those indoor winter blues with something to help you and your family?
There are several plots available at the Smith Road allotments, off Franklin Drive, at the western edge of the village.
Rentals to 30 September range from a mere £15 to £20, depending on the size of the plot.
Rush now to contact the Parish Clerk: louise.epc@gmail.com 07456 791727
Northbound closures
M11 junction 8 to 10 northbound full closure
Northbound traffic will be diverted off the M11 at junction 8 onto the A120, A10 and the A505 before re-joining M11 at junction 10. (Diagram 1)
M11 junction 9 to 10 northbound single lane closure
Southbound closures
M11 junction 10 to 8 southbound full closure
Southbound traffic will be diverted off the M11 at junction 10 onto the A505, A10 and A120 to re-join the M11 at junction 8. (Diagram 1)
M11 junction 10 to 9 southbound full closure
Southbound traffic will be diverted off the M11 at junction 10 onto the A505, A11, to re-join the M11 at junction 9. (Diagram 2)
M11 junction 10 to 9 southbound single lane closure
Uttlesford’s Community Safety Partnership, with our friends at Hatfield Forest and what3words are hosting an orienteering competition in Hatfield Forest on Tuesday 31st August 2021.
Join us from 10am-1pm to find your way around the forest and win prizes!
The fastest to find their way will be in with a chance of winning Amazon vouchers between £20-£10.
All you’ll need for this free morning of fun is:
*To meet us at Hatfield Forest National Trust (By the Lake) to register any time between 10am-1pm on Tuesday 31st August 2021.
*To have downloaded the what3words app on your phone
*Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times
Good luck!
*Please note: families in different groups will only be eligible for a single prize between them*
*Disclaimer to be completed prior to entry upon registration*
https://www.instagram.com/p/CS6zcDUIu5c/
On 9th August 2021 at 21.35, our CCTV recorded an incident involving a 4×4 vehicle. The registration plate is clearly visible.
While driving around the car park, the vehicle reverses into the low fence that borders the playing field, causing significant damage as seen in the picture.
As the playing field is owned by the Parish Council, would the owner of the vehicle please come forward and contact the Parish Clerk at louise.epc@gmail.com, in order to resolve this matter without the Parish Council having to take it any further.
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