North Luffenham resident Gerry Wells, met former head of the British Army in Uppingham on Friday as part of the Counties Remembrance weekend activities.

On the recent Village Survey, there were lots of comments on the popularity of walking, and the importance of access to the countryside to the residents of North Luffenham

For those that are not aware, Rutland County Council (RCC) have an online map showing all the footpaths and bridleways in the county

You can access the map here and zoom into the area you would like to view:

RCC Footpaths Map

PC Peter Icke, our Community Police Officer reports that there has been an increase in burglaries and break-ins recently across Rutland and the surrounding areas. He has kindly agreed to hold a property marking event at The Fox on Saturday 28th October from 3pm. As well as marking Garden tools, lawnmowers, bikes etc, he will have available UV pens and a selection of shed alarms, timer switches, smart water kits and information to help you secure your home.

SHERLOCK HOLMES AND THE CRIMSON COBBLES

South Luffenham Village Hall

Wednesday 18^th October 7.30pm

Suitable for Adults/Family (12+)

90 minutes + interval

Tickets £10 from 01780 720687 or 01780 720112

Murder! Mystery! Mayhem! A witty, laugh-a-minute pastiche of Conan Doyle’s great detective, this fast paced, quirky and deeply daft retelling of one of the darkest times in Victorian history sees Holmes stalking Jack the Ripper in the streets of London’s East End.  Holmes and Watson are called upon to investigate the Whitechapel Murders which have recently sent shockwaves through London. Butwhen the evidence points to only one possible conclusion – that Jack the Ripper is actually Sherlock’s trusted sidekick Dr Watson – is our super sleuth prepared to believe the unbelievable? A kinetic, boisterous, joke-fuelled treat . . . tirelessly superb.

This is a brand-new Sherlock Holmes caper which brings together the world’s most famous fictional detective with infamous real-life characters and the fun comes thick and fast.

The Parish Council has been asked to share information that may be of interest to residents in our community.  Visit the sites below to find out more:

• Uppingham Surgery’s Rapid Access Clinic
• Consultation taking place on the Admission Arrangements and Co-ordinated Admissions Scheme for 2019 for Rutland County Council
• Local residents are invited to attend a series of webinars to help prepare for emergencies at home, work and in the community, as part of the Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland (LLR) Prepared Week, 9th-13th October.

The replacement defibrillator has arrived, is in the cabinet at The Fox, and ready for use.

The temporary defibrillator is being collected on Monday 9th October and the replacement should be in place sometime during the day on the 9th.

Latest Rutland South Crime Report for September 2017 received from PC Icke.

• 2nd 10:25 – 3rd 17:25 – Burglary Dwelling Church Lane Lyddington – Flat instrument used to force utility window – selective search, pillar case used to remove items – exit via rear door.
• 4th – North Luffenham – 08:45- 09:00 – Vehicle left unattended whilst parent takes child into school, on their return vehicle found with scratch to front side wing.
• 5th  Empingham road, Normanton, between 14:00 -15:00 vehicle left unattended at side of the road, on owners return passenger window found smashed and items stolen.
• 6th-7th Aldgate Ketton – 20:30 – 08:00 –  JCB left secure in compound. Between relevant times person/s unknown cause damage to vehicle by smashing rear window by unknown means, no attempt to gain entry to the vehicle. No suspects/witnesses.
• 8th – 20:00 – 08:00 Manor Green Ketton – Theft of 2 mountain bikes from rear garden.
• 8th -13th –Empingham Road Ketton  – notice board damaged by persons unknown who have melted a hole in the Perspex and written graffiti on it with black marker pen with the words ”admin crew”
• 18th – Digby Drive North Luffenham – Overnight theft from van with tools being stolen.
• 22nd-25th – Tixover – Theft of gates and pens for sheep handling.
• 23rd – Ketton  –  Burglary dwelling – Between 19:30-10:30 re patio door glass smashed and entry gained.
• 29th  – Dewyes Close North Luffenham – overnight unknown persons have stolen items from rear garden.

Current local priorities:
The issues identified are includes Hare coursing, criminal damage to land and crops, and theft. This is an issue for the rural community and we will look to conduct regular targeted patrols and joint cross border work with Lincolnshire police around this issue and through Op Galileo.

The Garden Club new season kicks off on Thursday 12 October at 7.30pm with a talk by Steffe Shields, photographer and landscape consultant entitled ‘My Green Studio.”

Subscriptions of £10 for the coming year will be due, which gives free entry to all monthly meetings, which are held in the village community centre. Any new members are most welcome.

Piano and Organ Recital

St Peter’s Church, Barrowden

Saturday 28 October, 2017

12:30 – 14:00

This is a “not to be missed” opportunity to enjoy the playing of two of Barrowden’s truly accomplished musicians, John Comber and Jean Swinbanks.  They have put together a fascinatingly eclectic range of music for both organ and piano.

The recital will showcase pieces as contrasting as Elgar and Gospel, Bach and Jazz – and you’d have to travel a long way to find such a diverse mix!

The recital starts at 12:30 with an interval at 13:15 when light refreshments will be served – wine, soft drinks, coffee and small eats. We plan to finish at about 14:00

Seating for the first 40 who apply will be in the nave, and after that it is free seating, a bit like flying with easiJet but more fun!

Amazingly there is no charge for the recital.  However there will be a collection at the end with all donations going towards the cost of the new Thirlmere Organ.  The pieces that John plans to play are designed to demonstrate the versatility of this new piece of kit!

Please let us know as soon as possible if you wish to come – then we can make plans for the catering.  And oh yes, bring a friend, the more the merrier!

So, if you fancy coming along please contact any one of the following:

John Comber [747447]

Steve Preston [747098]

Peter Voller [747374]

A replacement defibrillator has been supplied and should it be required is in the cabinet at The Fox.

There is a problem with the defibrillator and at present is inactive. The problem has been reported to the Community Heartbeat Trust and hopefully the problem will be solved in the near future.

PC Peter Icke, Rutland South Dedicated Neighbourhood Officer, advises of the Rutland Community Safety Roadshow in nearby locations throughout October 2017.

Find out more from the Rutland Community Safety Roadshow poster (pdf)

From September 2017 onwards, working parents with children aged three and four
may be eligible for 30 hours of free childcare. It is important that parents check their
eligibility and register as soon as possible to secure their place.

If you would more information or would like to find out if you are eligible, please:

• visit: www.rutland.gov.uk/freechildcare
• contact the Rutland Information Service on: 01572 722577
• download: RCC 30 hours free childcare poster (pdf, 846kb)

You may be aware that the Local Government Boundary Commission is asking local people for their help to draw up a new pattern of council wards for Rutland County Council and are holding a consultation that will run from Tuesday 25th July to Monday 2nd October.

The consultation is the first part of an electoral review which will re-draw ward boundaries across the area with the aim of ensuring that each councillor represents roughly the same number of voters. The review also aims to ensure that the new council wards reflect, as far as possible, the interests and identities of communities across Rutland. Please note that the commission has recommended that the number of councillors should remain the same.

Find out how you can put forward your views and ideas:

• visit: https://consultation.lgbce.org.uk/node/9957
• download Boundary Review poster (pdf, 48k)

Rutland County Council are undertaking a joint consultation with Leicester City Council and Leicestershire County Council to consider our options for the future provision of Healthwatch services in each of the local authority areas from April 2018.

They have jointly produced an online survey to collect views from the public and professionals alike – both those who currently use Healthwatch services and those who might wish to in the future.  Hard copies of the consultation will also be available at GP surgeries and libraries across Rutland.

The survey is open from Tuesday 1st August to Friday 8th September at: https://consultations.leicester.gov.uk/adult-social-care-health-and-housing/healthwatch-proposals

Rutland residents are being given the opportunity to share their views and help shape Rutland’s Local Plan, during an eight-week consultation that runs until Monday 25th September.

The Local Plan provides planning policies for the whole of Rutland, as well as identifying the main locations for future development in the County.

The latest version of the Local Plan is currently being reviewed with the aim of extending the plan period from 2026 to 2036, setting out where additional new housing, employment and other development will be needed during this time.

As part of this process, the Council is seeking people’s views on a new Draft Local Plan that identifies provisional sites for additional employment, retail, waste management and minerals-related development, along with space for approximately 1,700 additional new homes to meet housing needs in Rutland over the plan period.

Cllr Oliver Hemsley, Portfolio Holder for Growth, Trading Services and Resources, said:

“This is a great opportunity for local people to get involved and help shape future development in Rutland. One of the Council’s main aims is to help deliver sustainable growth in the county – growth that meets the needs of both current and future generations of residents while also protecting our rural environment. We are keen to hear feedback from residents and local businesses to ensure the Local Plan reflects the needs, expectations and views of our community.”

• The Draft Local Plan can also be read in full online by visiting: www.rutland.gov.uk/localplanreview
• The Consultation Events poster lists dates of public Exhibitions and Community Roadshows: parish-local-plan-consultation-events