Councillors last night (22 Feb) approved the Council’s budget for the next financial year, which includes plans to close a £32.9m budget gap. A financial health review by the Local Government Association last summer described the Council’s finances as being on a ‘cliff edge’, highlighting how the Council needs to bring its Children’s Services budget… read more
IMPORTANT. The defibrillator on the pavilion wall of the Recreation field is currently out of service (26.2.24). We have marked it as so on the national system that allows the ambulance service to access them. We will be adding notices to the defib box to direct users to the closest one which is the Calley… read more
Notice of decision made: Tenants’ contents insurance The Council intends to stop offering council tenants the opportunity to pay for contents insurance as part of their weekly rent from 1 April 2024. The current contract with Aon will end on 31 March 2024. Following this decision, the Council will promote to tenants the importance of… read more
CHISELDON PARISH COUNCIL REPORT Points of interest from February 2024 The Old Chapel, Butts Road, Chiseldon SN4 0NW Facebook page – Chiseldon Parish Council Notices email: clerk@chiseldon-pc.gov.uk; telephone: 01793 740744 Neighbourhood Plan (NHP) Regulation 14 consultation On Monday 8th Jan our consultation went live. This is one of our most in-depth and important consultations as the… read more
In an ideal world we’d have the money needed to keep potholes at bay, by resurfacing and upgrading roads as they wear out. While the Government announced some additional funding for local authorities to spend on road maintenance, the Local Government Association estimate it would take councils in England £14bn, and more than a decade,… read more
Now is your chance to have your say on future development in our neighbourhood. With only 29 responses so far to the Neighbourhood Plan regulation 14 consultation, we really need more views from residents, so we know the draft plan is considering what local people want included. This plan once complete will carry weight with… read more
This update from the Chief Constable of Wiltshire to the Police Crime Commissioner includes details of operational successes achieved over the preceding two weeks. To read or download, please click the link below: Chief Constable update to the PCC, 16th February 2024
Chiseldon Parish Council shares communications it receives which may be of interest to our residents. PCC Philip Wilkinson writes: After a period of public consultation, I presented my final proposal for the policing precept of your council tax to the Police and Crime Panel this month. Wiltshire Police is facing increased financial pressures as we… read more
Two photos from the free youth sessions over half-term with BEST.
After going live on 8th Jan with our NHP Regulation 14 public consultation we have had a few replies so far. We urge all residents to take a look at the draft plans and provide their feedback via the survey here: Give feedback via our survey. The plan is an important planning tool moving forward… read more
With spells of cold weather still possible, it’s important you know where your local salt box is. If you find your box is empty or damaged, please report it online so we can get it fixed and refilled. If there is no box near you, it could be that your road is one of those… read more
The February edition of Our News, the Neighbourhood Watch newsletter, is now available to view or download below: February 2024 Newsletter – Our News Highlights include: Don’t have your heart broken by scammers – read our advice on spotting the signs of romance fraud Issue 6 of The Lookout is here, with fresh perspectives on… read more
After going live on 8th Jan with our NHP Regulation 14 public consultation we have had a few replies so far. We urge all residents to take a look at the draft plans and provide their feedback via the survey here: Give feedback via our survey. The plan is an important planning tool moving forward… read more
People in Swindon are reminded that they will need to show an approved form of photo ID if they wish to vote at the upcoming Borough and Police and Crime Commissioner elections. In Swindon, both elections are taking place on Thursday, 2 May. Nineteen Borough Council seats are up for election, while the Wiltshire and Swindon… read more
Everyone who lives or works in the Borough of Swindon can help to ensure they have a say in all aspects of how land is used. The Council is seeking feedback on its new draft Statement of Community Involvement (SCI), which will set out how people can get involved in the planning decision-making process, how the… read more
A reminder to our residents about this free service: The Priority Services Register (PSR) is free to join. It helps utility companies, including energy suppliers, electricity, gas and water networks like us to look after customers who have extra communication, access or safety needs. It helps us tailor our services to support households who need… read more
You can reach the organisers of Chiseldon’s food bank at chiseldonfoodbank@gmail.com in confidence if you need their assistance or want to help with provisions.
CHISELDON PARISH COUNCIL REPORT Points of interest from January 2024 The Old Chapel, Butts Road, Chiseldon SN4 0NW Facebook page – Chiseldon Parish Council Notices email: clerk@chiseldon-pc.gov.uk; telephone: 01793 740744 Neighbourhood Plan (NHP) Regulation 14 consultation On Monday 8th Jan our consultation went live. This is one of our most in-depth and important consultations as the… read more
The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) is today (26 January) encouraging people struggling with the cost of energy bills this winter to contact their council about the financial help available from DWP’s Household Support Fund. The fund can be used to make homes more energy efficient, as well as help households with bills. Councils… read more