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Comments on Coronavirus by Timsbury Parish Council

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9th April 2020 The Parish Council realise it is so hard for many residents but so pleased and thankful to everyone in Timsbury for showing the determination, compassion and organising skills to support each other in these challenging, unique, and for many frightening, times. It is great to hear the ‘clapping’ for key workers across the Parish on Thursdays at 8pm. That includes our thanks to the teaching and other staff at St Mary's School, looking after our key workers children, and the … [Read more...] about Comments on Coronavirus by Timsbury Parish Council

26 New Houses Approved in Timsbury

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The planning application to develop the derelict site at the corner of North Road and The Avenue has at last been approved by B&NES Council, with some conditions currently being investigated. 26 new houses will be built, plus some office spaces. There will be a new road onto North Road and pedestrian facilities. This follows much consultation by the owner with the Parish Council and the village during 2018. The development will be called ‘Upper Conygre’ after the name of the coal mine on … [Read more...] about 26 New Houses Approved in Timsbury

Parish Council Village Precept for 2020/21

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The Timsbury Parish Council Precept for the village that will be included in Council Tax bills for the year from April 2020/21 will amount to £69,000. This total will be divided between the households in the village (approximately 1,200) according to Council Tax band and the number of adults in residence. The charge for a Band D house is expected to be about £74 for the year, an increase of just over £1 per month compared with 2019/20. In the current year to the end of March 2020 Timsbury … [Read more...] about Parish Council Village Precept for 2020/21

Want to be a Timsbury Parish Councillor?

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There is a vacancy for a Councillor on Timsbury Parish Council and most resdins can apply to be co-opted as a Councillor. The Parish Coouncil represents the interests of the whole community and is responsible for a wide range of facilities and activities. Most Timsbury residents can become a Councillor. Are you interested in things like: the Hub & Library, Planning applications, Street safety and Transport, supporting young people, plantings and open spaces, social health & … [Read more...] about Want to be a Timsbury Parish Councillor?

Day One Event on Climate Action in Community

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Sat. 7th March, 3 - 5pm in Farmborough Hall Day One is a local event where our community will come together to listen to experts and to discuss practical and simple ways of making a difference. By doing something simple at home or as a community, we can help protect ourselves and the next generation from the effects of climate change. See details here. … [Read more...] about Day One Event on Climate Action in Community

Climate and Green Action Resolution by Parish Council

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Timsbury Parish Council in January 2020 decided on a Climate Emergency Resolution, recognising the science of a climate emergency and resolved to take action with others to reduce its causes. The Parish Council welcomed and supports the B&NES Council Climate Emergency Declaration passed by all parties in 2019 and welcomed B&NES in providing some coordination on relevant issues. The Parish Council will work with residents, local and wider groups, schools, businesses, B&NES … [Read more...] about Climate and Green Action Resolution by Parish Council

Hub Library Anniversary Event Sat. 30th Nov.

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The Timsbury Hub and Community Library have been open for a year! 130 new Library members have joined and 3000 books have been borrowed, all run by volunteers. Come and join in with our big ‘Celebration Morning’ on Saturday 30th November at 9:30am - 12:30pm. In the YMCA building in North Road. There are children’s activities, with a Library Hunt with prizes, as well as Homemade cakes. Plus at 10.30 - a special visit and Q&A with bestselling Author & Novelist Katherine Webb. … [Read more...] about Hub Library Anniversary Event Sat. 30th Nov.