Wiltshire Council is carrying out its legal obligation of reviewing the polling districts, polling places and polling stations in the county, and you are encouraged to have your say. Wiltshire Council is responsible for dividing its area into polling districts for the purpose of UK Parliamentary elections. The review will help determine that all of Wiltshire’s […]
Whilst we are all aware of our rural setting and that bonfires are part of country life, respiratory illness in all generations is a growing trend, and bonfires can exacerbate diseases such as asthma and COPD (Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease). Please could we ask that if you’re considering having a bonfire, you delay lighting it […]
Winterslow Parish Council have started an online petition to Wiltsthire Council for safety improvements to the Dunstable crossroads that are located between Firsdown and Winterslow/junction with the Pitton Road/ road to the A30 traffic lights. Details are here – scroll down to bottom of page. http://www.winterslow.org.uk/
The Parish Council intends to add a new dropped kerb at the A30/Firs Road junction to improve access from the bus stop and footpath across Firs Road to the carwash/Thyme and Tides. We have asked Wiltshire Council Highways to (re)install the dropped kerb, but the legal ownership of the land is not clear. Wiltshire Council […]
The Firsdown Community Speed Watch team are looking for additional members. The CSW team carry out regular patrols to ensure that the 30mph speed limit in our village is adhered to, providing safer roads and reducing pollution. Full training is provided. If you can spare a few hours a month and want to make Firsdown […]
Are you an individual or group interested in Wiltshire’s history? The Wiltshire Local History Network aims to provide a welcoming connection, to meet and engage with others who have a shared interest in the history of our county, to share knowledge and provide a valuable point of contact. More details in the attachment.
The Parish Council makes use of the Wiltshire Council Parish Steward scheme for minor repairs and maintenance to footpaths and highways. The type of work that the Steward is able to undertake is listed here: https://www.firsdown-pc.gov.uk/parish-steward#top We receive a visit each month and provide a task list for them to carry out. Our councilliors keep […]
Due to unplanned non availability of Councillors, the Parish Council meeting that was due to be held on the 5th July was cancelled. It has been rescheduled for the 20th July.
The Parish Council reminds residents that dumping of garden waste on public land is considered as illegal fly tipping. Wiltshire Council have brought a successful prosecution against a individual from Market Lavington who dumped grass cuttings on a public byway. A £400 fine was imposed. https://www.wiltshire.gov.uk/article/5678/Green-waste-fly-tipper-hit-with-fixed-penalty-notice
The Parish Council has provided guidance on what to do in the event of an emergency here: https://www.firsdown-pc.gov.uk/obtaining-assistance-and-help-in-the-event-of-an-emergency-within-firsdown We encourage those who are classed as vulnerable, to register with the electricity and water utilities. You will be prioritised for emergency assistance if these utilities fail. Details are in the link above. Trained healthcare professionals and […]