Street Surgeries will be taking place this Sunday 6th June. This is a good opportunity to meet you new Beat Manager, PC Barnard, and raise any concerns you may have.
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Sunday 6th June – Street Surgeries – Norfolk Constabulary
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New Beat Manager – Norfolk Police
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Chance to help shape Norwich cycling and walking route plans
NEWS RELEASE
17 May 2021
Chance to help shape Norwich cycling and walking route plans To help encourage more people to cycle and walk in and around Norwich eight existing active travel routes have been earmarked for improvements. The ambition is to make better links for people to reach the places where they live, work and study, by bike and on foot.
People are being asked for their thoughts on the proposals developed by Norfolk County Council, Broadland District Council, South Norfolk Council and Norwich City Council.
Matt Hayward, lead project officer said: “Our proposals are still at an early stage so any feedback is crucial in helping to shape this important project. We want to know what you think will work, and what could help people to cycle and walk more.
“We’ve already seen a 40% growth in the number of people cycling and an 18% increase in the number of people walking as a mode of transport over the last 10 years in Norwich. Our plan is to build on that so please do take a look at our ideas to improve these key routes and let us know what you think.
“Enabling more people to access the Greater Norwich cycling and walking network will help cut congestion, improve air quality and help combat climate change. Which are all in addition to the health and wellbeing benefits gained through regular exercise.”
The eight routes, known locally as Pedalways, could see a range of improvements over the coming years including redesigned junctions to help walkers and cyclists to use them more easily, new and improved cycle lanes and footpaths, improved cycle parking, and new bridges.
People will also be able to give their views on plans to improve two walking zones; one in the historic city centre, and another in the area around the UEA, hospital and research park.
The feedback will be used to help shape and prioritise the initial plans, and the views given will also help to support applications for future funding.
People are able to give their views on the proposals from 17 May – 28 June. To find out more and have your say visit: www.norfolk.gov.uk/activetravel
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Notes to editors
The plans are a result of work to create a Local Cycling and Walking Infrastructure Plan for Greater Norwich, which supports the Government’s ambition to make cycling and walking the natural choices for making short journeys in towns and cities.
The work will support other projects across the city such as the Beryl Bikes, proposed infrastructure improvements through the Department for Transport’s Transforming Cities and Active Travel Fund’s and behaviour change initiatives such as Pushing Ahead and AtoBetter.
Initially funding for a number of the proposals could come from the Transforming Cities Programme, the Town Fund Scheme or the most recent Active Travel Fund announced by the Government. Having a range of schemes that have been developed alongside local people means that the council is in the best possible position to bid for and secure funding when it becomes available.
Research has shown that switching more journeys to cycling and walking will improve health, quality of life, and benefit the environment and local productivity. Walking or cycling regularly can help to prevent and manage illnesses such as some cancers, heart disease, type 2 diabetes and depression.
The proposed improvements to the active travel routes for Greater Norwich include:
- An extension to the Yellow Pedalway to connect Horsford and Harford with the city centre.
- Safety and access improvements to the Blue Pedalway which connects Wymondham and Sprowston to the city centre.
- Route improvements to the Red Pedalway between the city centre and Thorpe Marriott and a new link to Whitlingham.
- An extension to the Green Pedalway to connect with Easton and network improvements between Rackheath and the city centre
- The Pink Pedalway would be extended to connect Hethersett and Wroxham to the city centre
- New network links for the Brown Pedalway to connect Drayton and Poringland to the city centre
- Improvements to the Orange & Purple Pedalways which link the Pedalways together.
For further information please contact:
Communications Team at Norfolk County Council
Tel: 01603 228888
Email: [email protected]
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Annual Parish Meeting – rescheduled for Wednesday 26th May 2021
The Annual Parish Meeting and the Annual Meeting of the Parish Council have been rescheduled and will now take place on Wednesday 26th May 2021 at 7.00pm at the Parish Reading Rooms.
Unfortunately the government has suspended the legislation which has allowed parish councils to conduct meetings virtually and thus the parish council has had to revert to physical meetings in order to transact its business.
The Parish Council looks forward to welcoming residents back, however we know that this carries the risk of transmission of COVID-19 and that, understandably, many people do not feel safe to return to ‘normality’ just yet. Unfortunately the reading rooms do not have the facilities to stream the meeting live, however the minutes will be put on the website as soon as possible after the meeting has taken place.
If you do plan to attend we would ask that, due to the current circumstances, you notify the Parish Clerk in advance so that the numbers of people are recorded, and do not exceed the limit of the parish reading rooms, as we must ensure that social distancing is adhered to. Please also be aware that face coverings, in line with government guidance, will be mandatory within the parish reading rooms.
Alternatively, if you would like to make a written representation, please feel free to contact the Clerk by 12pm on Monday 24th May, who will present your correspondence to the parish council during the meeting.
Please click the following links to view the notice of the Annual Parish Meeting and the agenda for the Annual Meeting of the Parish Council.
If you have any queries in the meantime, please get in touch.
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Norfolk Local Access Forum volunteer vacancies
Dear Parishioners,
The following email has been received from Norfolk County Council:
I am emailing to let you know that the Norfolk Local Access Forum is seeking new members.
The Norfolk Local Access Forum is comprised of up to 22 people covering a range of interests in countryside access in Norfolk, including walking; cycling; horse riding; landowners; conservation; other interests (including health, tourism, business, access for all, heritage, education). The Forum provides independent advice to a number of organisations including Norfolk County Council on improving access to the countryside in Norfolk.
We are looking for enthusiastic and proactive people with a passion for the outdoors with good communication skills to fill 5 volunteer vacancies on the Forum. These new members will represent the following interests areas: young people (or those who can represent young people); all abilities access; land at the water’s edge (anglers, boaters, swimmers); BME; health and wellbeing.
Further information and a link to the online recruitment form can be found here: www.norfolk.gov.uk/nlaf
If you have any queries, please email [email protected] or contact 0344 800 8020
The closing date for applications is 21st June 2021
https://twitter.com/NorfolkLAF/status/1390616169523056640?s=20
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Community Update – COVID-19 – 12th May 2021
Click here to view the latest update from Norfolk Constabulary.
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** Annual Parish Meeting – POSTPONED **
Please be aware that the Annual Parish Meeting of Keswick and Intwood has been postponed.
Originally organised for Wednesday 12th May 2021, the meeting has had to be postponed due to the legislation that has allowed Councils to meeting virtually via online platforms coming to an end as of the 6th May.
In order for the Council to ensure that the in-person meeting is conducted in a safe manner, mitigating the risk of transmission of COVID-19 for all attendees, the Council is looking in to holding the meeting later in May, once the necessary risk assessments have been conducted.
An update will be posted here as soon as possible to inform parishioners of the meeting date, time and location.
We hope to be able to see you all again soon.
Sam Henry
Parish Clerk
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River Yare Maintenance Fact Sheet 2021/22
Click here for the Environment Agency’s planned activities for the 21/22 financial year.
All their planned activities and updates will be published on www.gov.uk and can be found by searching for “river and coastal maintenance programmes”.
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NHS Norfolk and Waveney – COVID-19 update – 14th April 2021
Click here for the latest update from the NHS in Norfolk and Waveney on their efforts against COVID-19.
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Community Update – COVID-19 – 16th April 2021
Click here to view the latest update from Norfolk Constabulary.
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South Norfolk Bin Calendars
South Norfolk District Council has decided that hard copy bin calendars will no longer be provided to individual residents for a number of reasons. In the main, collection dates have not changed so calendars are not needed, there is a cost both in terms of printing, and also resource in terms of delivery and there is a general move to more information being on line which also means that any changes can instantly be amended.
To keep informed about waste collection dates, use the customer account functionality on the South Norfolk Council website. Once a resident is registered or logs into their respective property, their next waste collection dates are displayed for rubbish, recycling and garden waste (if they subscribe) but they also have the option to print their individual bin calendar directly from the webpage. The utilisation of live data also provides a contingency if any of the waste services are affected by bad weather during the Winter period to update residents on any potential collections date changes.
If anyone does not have access to the internet, they can call the Depot’s customer care team on 01508 533830 to confirm their collection dates or have a printed calendar sent to their property.
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Outline Planning Application 2017/2794. Conditions 16 and 17 Traffic Management Low Road, Keswick.
A Plan has been deposited with NCC (Highways) by Create Consulting on behalf of the Developer, Apex, to discharge Condition 16 of Planning Application 2017/2794 for the Low Road Traffic Management Scheme.The Plan is available to view on the Parish Website, Parish Facebook page and the Keswick Hall Facebook page. It will also be displayed on the Parish Council notice boards.The Parish Council broadly supports the Plan. There are points on which the Council still needs clarification; but if residents have any comments they can be emailed to: [email protected] Email addresses will be retained for possible future contact about developments. -
Reading Room Occupation.
Parish Councillors have decided that the Reading Room must remain closed for a further period during the current Covid 19 restrictions. The situation will be kept under review in October during which time minor refurbishment activities will be finished. In the meantime, the building is being kept in readiness to allow reopening as soon as circumstances permit.
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In need of Help?
South Norfolk Help Hub
Everybody needs a bit of extra support from time to time and the Help Hub makes sure people get that help as soon as possible, if they begin to experience difficulties.
Getting help early can stop problems from getting worse. It might be only a small problem, like a broken washing machine or feeling a little isolated, but if it’s difficult to find a solution straightaway a small problem can grow and lead to more worries.
The Help Hub is a partnership between organisations that support people in South Norfolk. It can offer practical support, advice and guidance to get you back on track.
How to get help
- If you need any assistance because your life has been impacted by COVID-19, fill in our online form for non-urgent support or call 01508 533933.
- You can contact one of our Community Connectors, located across South Norfolk. They can give you information about services and support available.
- Complete an online request form for help
- Text ADVICE followed by your message to 07860 017323.
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Annual Governance and Accountability Review (AGAR) 2018-19
The Documents required to be published in accordance with the Transparency Code for Smaller Authorities are reproduced in the Parish Documents section of the website.
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Community Emergency Plan.
The Parish Community Emergency Plan is currently being revised. A number of people offering their services and help listed in the current version have moved away from the Parish or are unable to continue providing support. More volunteers are therefore required.
If you are able to assist by providing (typically): general assistance; specialist skills; emergency accommodation (for people and pets); or provide equipment likely to be useful in an emergency, please contact the Parish Clerk initially by e-mail to: [email protected]
Thank you. Your participation in bolstering the Plan will be most welcome.
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Annual Governance and Accountability Return 2017-18
The Documents required to be published by the Authority are published in the Parish Documents section of the website.
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Litter Picking in Keswick
One of our residents has begun regular litter picking in the Parish. At the moment he is concentrating on Low Road and Mill Lane but would like some help to extend the coverage. This is being done with the support of South Norfolk Council who are providing the necessary equipment and arranging collection of the waste. If you think you can spend some time helping with this initiative to improve the appearance of our village, please contact the Parish Clerk using the e-mail address: [email protected]
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Local Mobile Library Service
The Mobile Libraries are back out on the road with safety measures currently in place for both staff and visitors.
Currently:
- there will only be 1 person or household (of up to 3 people) aboard at a time
- please bring your library card with you or join in the library or online
- we may ask for details from you to help with Test and Trace
- you will need to wear a face covering in the library
- hand sanitiser is available for use on the way in and out of the library
- surfaces and computers will be regularly wiped down
- returned books will be quarantined for 72 hours
The Library will be visiting Keswick Hall between 09.40 and 09.55 on the following dates: 10th November, 8th December, 5th January and 2nd February.
More information is available on the Norfolk County Council website: www.norfolk.gov.uk (search ‘mobile libraries’), or contact the mobile library office on 01603 222303 or e-mail: [email protected] .
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Using this Website
Information likely to be of interest to parishioners is spread across the different categories shown on the Menu bar. The categories contain the following information: HOME – background information about the Parish; NEWS – recent news items relevant to the Parish; MEETINGS – agendas and minutes for Parish Council meetings; COUNCILLORS – names of Councillors with addresses; PLANNING – latest information about applications within the Parish; PARISH DOCUMENTS – contains documents including Annual Reports etc.; NOTICE BOARD – important notices; POWER CUTS – information and contact points provided by UK Power Networks ; PARISH COUNCIL MEETINGS – dates of forthcoming meetings; and EMERGENCY PLAN – information about the Plan; GENERAL DATA PROTECTION REGULATIONS (GDPR) – information required to be published by the Council.
Comments about the website and suggestions for improvement will be welcomed by the Parish Clerk by e-mail to [email protected]
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Keswick and Intwood Parish Council
The rural Parish of Keswick and Intwood came into existence in Saxon times and on 23 October 1598 were united ecclesiastically under a Deed of Consolidation.Situated some three miles south of Norwich city centre they extend to 552 hectares (1,364 acres) and in 2001 had a population of 431, split as 200 males and 231 females in 248 households with 360 having electoral voting rights. Keswick accounts for 93% of the population of which 67% reside at Keswick New Hall which comprises 186 residences, many tenanted, as is the Hall itself being occupied by some nine small office type businesses.
Intwood has only thirteen households with no amenities or utilities apart from electricity and telephone lines. Each part of the Parish has a church and Keswick has a small Reading Room. The Parishes are unique compared to many Norfolk villages as they do not have any public amenities such as shops, post office or public house. The Parish manages adequately due in the main to its close proximity to the city of Norwich and amenities in the neighbouring Parishes.
Keswick and Intwood is:
- within a mile of the A47, Norwich’s Southern by-pass affording excellent East to west links and a similar distance from the two main roads leading south from Norwich, namely the A140 to Ipswich and the A11 to Thetford and London;
- close to two Park and ride facilities one on the boundary of each village with traditional bus services passing through the parish;
- near to shopping facilities – on the eastern boundary there is a large supermarket open 7 days a week for 24 hours (apart from Sunday) and nearby there is another supermarket, estate agents, home furnishing and other typical high street outlets; and
- has doctors and school facilities available nearby.
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Information about the Council
Information about the Council’s activities (including meeting agendas and minutes) is posted on notice boards at the Reading Room, Intwood Church, and Keswick New Hall. Copies of documents covered by the Freedom of Information Act 2000 can be obtained in electronic or printed form depending on format availability from the Clerk – details are contained in the Annual Report which describes the classes of information published.
Information points located in the vestibule of Intwood church and the foyer of Quintin Gurney House at Keswick New Hall have copies of the latest minutes, the Annual Report and other general information.
