Latest Parish News
Have a look below to see what's been happening in the Parish. We cover local news and events along with new classes and activities at our village hall. If you have an upcoming event that you'd like us to include then please get in touch.
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Notice of temporary Road Closure
Notice of temporary Road Closure - B4019Read more about Notice of temporary Road Closure
Written by Claire Boles and published on 23 December 2024.
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PC Email Addresses
NEW EMAIL Addresses for the PC
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Written by Tracey Judd and published on 18 December 2024.
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Merry Christmas
Xmas message from the PC
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Written by Tracey Judd and published on 18 December 2024.
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Minutes 2 December 2024
Minutes from the meeting held on 2 December 2024
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Written by Tracey Judd and published on 18 December 2024.
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Agenda 16 December 2024
PC meeting Agenda 16 December 2024
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Written by Tracey Judd and published on 9 December 2024.
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Keep Your Home Safe at Xmas
Info on how to keep your home safe at Xmas
Read more about Keep Your Home Safe at Xmas
Written by Tracey Judd and published on 9 December 2024.
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SBC Cancer Champions
Project for Cancer ChampionsRead more about SBC Cancer Champions
Written by Tracey Judd and published on 3 December 2024.
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Minutes 18 November 2024
Minutes from meeting 18 Nov 24Read more about Minutes 18 November 2024
Written by Tracey Judd and published on 3 December 2024.
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Changes to Waste Collection
SBC are changing waste collection timetable from Xmas 2024Read more about Changes to Waste Collection
Written by Tracey Judd and published on 2 December 2024.
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Blunsdon Village Magazine December 2024
Latest edition of Village magazine
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Written by Tracey Judd and published on 2 December 2024.
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Key Messages from the PC
Messages from PCRead more about Key Messages from the PC
Written by Tracey Judd and published on 2 December 2024.
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Agenda 2 December 2024
Agenda for the meeting on 2 December 2024,
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Written by Tracey Judd and published on 25 November 2024.
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PC Meeting Dates 2025
Meeting DatesRead more about PC Meeting Dates 2025
Written by Tracey Judd and published on 25 November 2024.
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Minutes 4 November 2024
Minutes from meeting held on 4 November 24
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Written by Tracey Judd and published on 25 November 2024.
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Minutes 21 October 2024
Minutes from meeting held on 21 October 24
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Written by Tracey Judd and published on 25 November 2024.
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Minutes 23 September 2024
Minutes from meeting held on 23 September 2024
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Written by Tracey Judd and published on 25 November 2024.
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Minutes 9 September 2024
Minutes from meeting held on 9 September 2024
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Written by Tracey Judd and published on 25 November 2024.
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Minutes 19 August 2024
Minutes from meeting held on 19 August 2024
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Written by Tracey Judd and published on 25 November 2024.
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Minutes 5 August 2024
Minutes from meeting held on 5 August 24
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Written by Tracey Judd and published on 25 November 2024.
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Minutes 15 July 2024
Minutes from meeting held on 15 July 24
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Written by Tracey Judd and published on 25 November 2024.
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Minutes 1 July 2024
Minutes from meeting 1 July 24
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Written by Tracey Judd and published on 25 November 2024.
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Minutes 17 June 2024
Minutes from meeting held on 17 June
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Written by Tracey Judd and published on 25 November 2024.
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Minutes 3 June 2024
Minutes for 3 June 2024
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Published on 23 October 2024.
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Blunsdon Village Magazine October 2024
Please download our latest edition from the link below.Read more about Blunsdon Village Magazine October 2024
Published on 3 October 2024.
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Save the Date! Christmas Crafties ☃️
Wednesday December 4th 2024
Where: Blunsdon Village Hall 7-10pm
Tickets: available early November at the Community Shop
Book early to avoid disappointment-mince pies, crafts, mulled wine and lots of fun guaranteed.Read more about Save the Date! Christmas Crafties ☃️
Published on 3 October 2024.
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Blunsdon Village Magazine September 2024
Please download our latest edition from the link below.Read more about Blunsdon Village Magazine September 2024
Published on 9 September 2024.
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New development at Kingsdown - have your say
Notice from Persimmon Homes:
Exciting New Development at Kingsdown
Last year, Swindon Borough Council resolved to grant Outline Planning Permission for Persimmon Homes' proposal to deliver a major new mixed-use development at Kingsdown.
Persimmon Homes is now developing a Design Code to shape the detailed design of the Kingsdown project.Read more about New development at Kingsdown - have your say
Published on 5 August 2024.
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Blunsdon Village Magazine August 2024
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Published on 29 July 2024.
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Blunsdon Village Magazine July 2024
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Published on 2 July 2024.
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Blunsdon PC Minutes 20 May 2024
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Published on 10 June 2024.
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Blunsdon PC Minutes 7 May 2024
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Published on 10 June 2024.
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Blunsdon PC Minutes 22 April 2024
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Published on 10 June 2024.
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Blunsdon Village Magazine June 2024
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Published on 3 June 2024.
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Notice Of Public Rights And Publication Of Unaudited Accounts 2023-24
You may download the Notice Of Public Rights And Publication Of Unaudited Accounts 2023-24 document using the link below.
Please note that these accounting statements are as yet unaudited.Read more about Notice Of Public Rights And Publication Of Unaudited Accounts 2023-24
Published on 28 May 2024.
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Blunsdon PC Minutes 8 April 2024
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Published on 14 May 2024.
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Blunsdon PC Minutes 4 Mar 2024
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Published on 14 May 2024.
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Blunsdon PC Minutes 19 Feb 2024
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Published on 14 May 2024.
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Blunsdon PC Minutes 5 Feb 24
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Published on 14 May 2024.
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Blunsdon PC Minutes 22 Jan 2024
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Published on 14 May 2024.
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Blunsdon Village Magazine April 2024
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Published on 8 April 2024.
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Blunsdon Village Magazine March 2024
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Published on 26 March 2024.
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Blunsdon Village Magazine February 2024
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Published on 29 January 2024.
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Blunsdon PC Minutes 8 Jan 2024
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Published on 25 January 2024.
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Blunsdon PC Minutes 18 Dec 2023
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Published on 25 January 2024.
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Blunsdon PC Minutes 5 Dec 2023
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Published on 25 January 2024.
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Blunsdon PC Minutes 20 Nov 2023
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Published on 25 January 2024.
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NHS industrial action information
Public asked to use health services appropriately as impact of industrial action expected to last into next week.Read more about NHS industrial action information
Published on 17 April 2023.
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Tender for the supply of Grounds Maintenance Services
Blunsdon Parish Council is issuing an invitation to tender for the supply of Grounds Maintenance Services for a period of 18 plus 12 months anticipated to commence June 2023.Read more about Tender for the supply of Grounds Maintenance Services
Published on 23 February 2023.
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Notice of conclusion of audit
Annual Governance and Accountability Return for the year ended 31st March 2022.Read more about Notice of conclusion of audit
Published on 30 September 2022.
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Notice Of Public Rights And Publication Of Unaudited Accounts 2021-22
You may download the Notice Of Public Rights And Publication Of Unaudited Accounts 2021-22 document using the link below.Read more about Notice Of Public Rights And Publication Of Unaudited Accounts 2021-22
Published on 10 June 2022.
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Blunsdon PC Annual Parish Assembly 2022 - Reports
File download belowRead more about Blunsdon PC Annual Parish Assembly 2022 - Reports
Published on 20 May 2022.
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Consultation Open Day - 8th January 2022
The Open Day takes place from 10am to 2pm on Saturday, 8th January at Blundson Village Hall, High Street, Blunson.Read more about Consultation Open Day - 8th January 2022
Published on 7 January 2022.
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External Audit Documents 2021
External Auditor Report and Certificate 2020/21
and:
Notice of conclusion of audit
Annual Governance and Accountability Return
for the year ended 31st March 2021Read more about External Audit Documents 2021
Published on 14 September 2021.
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Notice Of Public Rights And Publication Of Unaudited Annual Governance & Accountability Return
ACCOUNTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2021
Local Audit and Accountability Act 2014 Sections 25, 26 and 27
The Accounts and Audit Regulations 2015 (SI 2015/234)
The Accounts and Audit (Coronavirus) (Amendment) Regulations 2020 (SI 2020/404)Published on 8 June 2021.
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Notice Of Referendum - Blunsdon East Neighbourhood
A referendum will be held on Thursday 6 May 2021 to decide on the Question below:
'Do you want Swindon Borough Council to use the Neighbourhood Plan for Blunsdon East to help it decide planning applications in the neighbourhood area?'
Applications to register to vote must reach the Electoral Registration Officer by 12 midnight on Monday 19 April 2021.Read more about Notice Of Referendum - Blunsdon East Neighbourhood
Published on 26 March 2021.
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Notices of Election 2021
Please find the Notices of Election for the forthcoming polls available to download below as follows:- Parishes
- Borough
- PCC
Read more about Notices of Election 2021
Published on 22 March 2021.
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CIL Monitoring Report for 2019/20 Financial Year
CIL Regulation 62A Monitoring Report for Parish and Town Councils within Swindon Borough Council CIL Charging Schedule Area. Parish Report on CIL Neighbourhood Proportion for 2019/20 Financial Year.
Please download the full report using the link below.Read more about CIL Monitoring Report for 2019/20 Financial Year
Published on 10 December 2020.
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Notice of conclusion of audit
The audit of accounts for Blunsdon Parish Council for the year ended 31st March 2020 has been completed and the accounts have been published.Read more about Notice of conclusion of audit
Published on 25 November 2020.
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Royal British Legion - Remembrance Day Statement
STATEMENT BY:
ROYAL BRITISH LEGION - SWINDON BRANCH
"Stay safe & remember at home"
REMEMBRANCE EVENTS 2020
Due to Covid-19 restrictions, the Swindon Branch of the Royal British Legion confirms with deep regret that there will be no formal Remembrance Day parade or church service held at the Swindon Town cenotaph in Regents Street, on Remembrance Sunday, 8th November 2020.Read more about Royal British Legion - Remembrance Day Statement
Published on 13 October 2020.
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Accounts For The Year Ended 31/03/2020
BLUNSDON PARISH COUNCIL
NOTICE OF PUBLIC RIGHTS AND PUBLICATION OF UNAUDITED ANNUAL GOVERNANCE & ACCOUNTABILITY RETURN
ACCOUNTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2020
Local Audit and Accountability Act 2014 Sections 25, 26 and 27
The Accounts and Audit Regulations 2015 (SI 2015/234)
The Accounts and Audit (Coronavirus) (Amendment) Regulations 2020 (SI 2020/404)Read more about Accounts For The Year Ended 31/03/2020
Published on 25 August 2020.
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Draft Blunsdon East Neighbourhood Plan (BENP)
Website: Blunsdon St Andrew - East Neighbourhood Plan (www.blunsdon.info)
The Neighbourhood Plan Steering Group is presenting the Draft Blunsdon East Neighbourhood Plan (BENP) for Regulation 14 Consultation. The Consultation will begin on 4th May 2019 and last for 6 weeks until 15th June 2019.
The Steering Group will present the Plan to the public in the Village Hall in Blunsdon on Saturday 4th May from 10am to 4pm and on Wednesday 8th May between 4pm and 9pm.Read more about Draft Blunsdon East Neighbourhood Plan (BENP)
Published on 3 May 2019.
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Smart Meter Implementation Program
The Government is rolling out free smart meters into all homes and businesses before 2020. However, research shows that a huge percentage of the population are still not aware of the options available that could benefit them greatly and reduce fuel poverty, helping many families in the UK.Read more about Smart Meter Implementation Program
Published on 22 January 2019.
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Warm & Safe Wiltshire
Don't suffer a cold home
Living in a cold home can be bad for your health. Consistently low temperatures in your home may exacerbate existing health issues (particularly respiratory and cardiovascular conditions) and make it harder for you to recover from illnesses. It can cause you and your family to feel miserable at home, affecting concentration, dexterity and mental health.
Swindon Borough Council has been working to address these issues and make it easier for people struggling to heat their home to a healthy, comfortable temperature to access free advice and support.Read more about Warm & Safe Wiltshire
Published on 15 August 2018.
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Blunsdon Parish Council's new office
Blunsdon Parish Council now has an office, it is located behind the Methodist Hall on the high Street.
An Open Office will be held on Tuesday and Thursday Mornings from 10.00 am to 12.30 when residents are welcome to drop in to speak with the Clerk.Read more about Blunsdon Parish Council's new office
Published on 8 August 2018.
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Sams Lane Development - Revised Planning Application
Please quote: S/OUT/18/0405
Date: 25th June 2018
Please ask for: Miss Rachael Adams
Direct line: 01793 466012
Fax Number: 01793 466459
Re: Outline application for the erection of up to 70no. dwellings, extension to
cemetery, community shop, cafe, public toilets and car parking, open space,
landscaping and associated works - Access not reserved.Read more about Sams Lane Development - Revised Planning Application
Published on 28 June 2018.
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Public Consultation - Sams Lane
Sat 24th March 2018 at Blunsdon Village Hall from 11.00am til 3.00pm.
Prospective developers will be presenting their plans for development.
All welcome.Read more about Public Consultation - Sams Lane
Published on 14 March 2018.
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North Swindon Community Policing Team: Community Consultation
North Swindon Community Policing Team will be holding community consultation meetings, where local residents are invited to come and discuss any issues they may have. The meetings will be informal and everyone is welcome to drop in to discuss their concerns.Read more about North Swindon Community Policing Team: Community Consultation
Published on 27 July 2017.
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Help defend your Village!
Help defend your Village!
The Village is under siege from developers trying to build in our tranquil rural area.Read more about Help defend your Village!
Published on 5 May 2017.
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Notice of Election (Kingsdown ward)
NOTICE OF ELECTION
Borough of Swindon
Election of a Parish Councillor
for the Electoral Area listed below
Electoral Area: Blunsdon - Kingsdown ward
Number of Parish Councillor to be elected: OneRead more about Notice of Election (Kingsdown ward)
Published on 24 March 2017.
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Public Consultation Event Kingsdown, Swindon - 6th April 2017
The Proposals
Land at Kingsdown (East of the A419) is allocated for a new mixed-use development including 1,650 dwellings in the adopted Swindon Borough Local Plan 2026 (Policy NC5). Persimmon Homes and Primegate Properties are working in collaboration to prepare an Outline planning application for the development of the allocated site.Read more about Public Consultation Event Kingsdown, Swindon - 6th April 2017
Published on 23 March 2017.
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New build Social Housing in Blunsdon
Swindon Borough Council are currently advertising:
1 x 4 bed house
2 x 3 bed houses
2 x 2 bed housesRead more about New build Social Housing in Blunsdon
Published on 27 October 2016.
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Public Meeting Wednesday 14th September - North Swindon Parish Boundary Changes
People living in North Swindon are being asked to attend a public meeting next week to discuss the proposed split of Blunsdon St Andrew Parish Council into two separate parished areas.
Under Swindon Council’s proposals to parish the entire borough, a new St Andrew’s Ridge Parish Council could be formed that would see the existing Blunsdon St Andrew Parish Council no longer covering the newly built North Swindon area within its boundaries, with the A419 serving as the dividing line.
The proposed new parish council covers a significant urban area: Abbey Meads, St Andrew’s Ridge, Ash Brake, Groundwell West and Redhouse.Read more about Public Meeting Wednesday 14th September - North Swindon Parish Boundary Changes
Published on 13 September 2016.
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Recent Changes at Blunsdon St Andrew Parish Council
There have been some recent changes in the office at Blunsdon St Andrew Parish Council. Rachel Smith long standing Parish Clerk has changed roles and is now the Responsible Financial Officer for the Parish Council. The role of Parish Clerk is now held by Tracey Judd.Read more about Recent Changes at Blunsdon St Andrew Parish Council
Published on 16 July 2016.
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Pump Hunt For Sewage Station Owners
- Thames Water to take on the responsibility of 4,000 sewage pumping stations from property owners and managers
- Utility will take over electricity and maintenance costs under new legislation, potentially saving customers thousands of pounds
- Firm appeals for help tracking 1,800 ‘missing’ stations
Thames Water is appealing to customers to help identify privately owned sewage pumping stations.
The utility, which serves 15 million customers across London and the Thames Valley, will take responsibility for around 4,000 pumping in October 2016, but needs to track down 1,800 currently off its radar.Read more about Pump Hunt For Sewage Station Owners
Published on 11 July 2016.
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St Leonard's Summer Fete - Saturday 2nd July
St Leonard's Summer Fete - Saturday 2nd JulyRead more about St Leonard's Summer Fete - Saturday 2nd July
Published on 16 June 2016.
