November News

Giving Local support

Branston Play Area

Branston held an excellent event to celebrate the opening of the new play area. LCC contributed £15,000 to the £56,000 total. Congratulations to all involved. (I regret I had almighty toothache and had to spend the morning of the opening in the dentist’s chair!)

NK Seniors' AGM 9th November at Metheringham Scout Hut at 7pm, for Over 50's. People can join on the night, thus able to vote in the Committee. We can promise an informative and entertaining evening, with refreshments. It's all free, although there will be a Raffle and a glass of wine for a voluntary contribution.

NHS Lincolnshire

As a director of NHS Lincolnshire, I was really pleased to see us win the prestigious award at the 2010 Health and Social Care awards. Thanks to you for your contributions.

This piece of work saw the future of Louth Hospital secured, thanks to a strong partnership between NHS Lincolnshire, GPs from East Lindsey and Lincolnshire Community Health Services. Well done all.

Local Government Award

A number of Independent Councillors from Lincolnshire attended a really stimulating Annual Conference in Westminster last month to hear from national politicians at first hand. I was personally honoured with a national citation for “energy and drive” as an Independent Councillor. I also attended the workshop for leading councillors with some top economists looking at different ways to reduce the deficit.

Siemens to move

Siemens gas turbine service facilities are moving to Teal Park, off the bypass in North Hykeham. 540 staff will move from Firth Road, Olympic House and the Ruston Works site.

Rural Gain Grant

Lincolnshire County Council is providing 50% capital grants of £250-£10,000 to improve rural services, either businesses or community led.

Alison Marshall or Chantelle Grundy on 01522 782070.

Help the Heroes & SSAFA Forces help

Local author, Claire Kinton has written a new book, “Dead Game” to raise funds and is signing and selling it at RAF Cranwell on Thurs 4^th Nov, or you can order this book, which was shortlisted in the Brit Writer Awards on www.clairekinton.com.

Local PCSO’s are now on Facebook

www.facebook.com

Your opinion wanted

Core Strategy Issues Consultation

This covers plans for how many houses we want and where? How much industry? Comment on the draft plan before 6^th Dec

www.n-kesteven.gov.uk/ldf

For further information contact Luke Fleming 01529 308233 or email luke_fleming@n-kesteven.gov.uk and copy to me.

Governors

Navenby Primary School held a presentation for Mr Young, retiring from the governors after 17 years. He has led some big changes in the school and in the village, such as the successful campaign for the pedestrian crossing. This and other nearby schools are seeking new good, local LEA governors. Would anybody be able to spare some time to help? Please let me know if you would like to hear more. It is a great way to contribute to our communities.

Sustainable Village

Our meeting about “What makes Navenby tick?” went well, with a full house of representatives from across the village organisations. There was enormous support for our village community activities and businesses. We were also able to add evidence of need for the Community Centre to gain further support. Report available.

Information

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Roadworks have continued this month but next Sunday should be the last closure for Navenby. They have tried hard to do the work with minimal disruption. I did get called out on Sunday morning and put a sign up at Boothby Graffoe to make it clear that Navenby business was open as usual.

Lincoln Bypass

Government funding delays will force back the start date of building work on Lincoln's £130 million eastern bypass, despite councillors unanimously approving the plans. It was hoped that construction work on the long-delayed 5 mile dual carriageway would begin in 2013. http://tinyurl.com/3yl3wg5

Spending cuts

All local government is expecting a 28-30% cut in grant over the next four years, starting with 2% in year and 7% next. Independents have been calling for management reductions and the first round is out for consultation. As the public sector diminishes, it becomes more important than ever to support local businesses and any voluntary activities.

Future Events

Richard Wilson of Navenby is inviting us all to the Eastgate Centre in Sleaford for their grand Christmas Open Day and fair at 105 East Road, Sleaford on Friday December 3^rd 10.30am-2.30pm. Welcome!

The Branston Christmas Fayre in the village hall is on Sat Dec 4^th.

November diary dates

7^th 8am Volunteers’ Birding Breakfast at Hilltop Farm, Welbourn

9^th The Chequers, Potterhanworth Quiz for Help the Heroes 8.30pm.

10^th U3A Air Ambulance Wellingore M’ Hall 10am

10^th 6pm Relate Lincolnshire AGM, at Charlotte House, Lincoln. Excellent speaker, all welcome.

13^th 2-4pm Table Top and Book Sale Welbourn

13^th Marie T band at the Branston Waggon

13^th 7.30pm Lincoln Orpheus Male Voice Choir and afterwards at the Thorold Arms Harmston £5

14^th 10.20am Armistice remembrance services, at Sleaford, Lincoln Cathedral and locally.

16^th Nocton Dairy Information Event at The Chequers in Potterhanworth To be confirmed.

17^th Soup, soup, soup at St Peter’s Church Navenby noon-2pm £3.50, incl. sweet.

19^th “Fiddles and Feet” musical fun 7.30pm £7.50 Harmston 01522 722462

20^th Christmas Fayre Harmston 10am, Navenby 2pm

21^st 10am Family Fungal Foray with expert Jane Ostler, Twyford Wood nr. Colsterworth followed by pub lunch. WKWW, RSPB Explorers and the Society of Biology. Contact Marianne. All welcome.

26^th 6-8pm Marianne’s Supper club,

27^th 12-4pm Potterhanworth Christmas Street Market

2-4pm Navenby Methodist Christmas bazaar

Business News

Have a great night out!

· Macy’s Brasserie in Navenby High Street do Jazz nights and meal £34.95. Next event is on Wed 3^rd Nov. 01522 811830

· Jolly Posh are running special Christmas shopping nights out for groups of ten or more. Combine it with a special meal at Macy’s, or at the Kings’ Head £14.50. www.jollyposh.co.uk

· The George in Leadenham run live country music every Friday.01400 272091

The Branston Waggon are calling for people who want stalls at their Christmas Fayre 11^th Dec. 01522 791356 Google for a great website!

Branston Potatoes won the regional award and got shortlisted in the national award for their environmentally friendly buildings.

New s/c short stay barn is available on the cliff edge, Welbourn for visitors or business. 01400 2733223 www.hilltopfarmholidays.org.uk

Register to vote

You can check about registering to vote on 01529 414155 Make sure your voice is heard!

Hope to see you soon,

Best wishes to you all,

Marianne Overton

http://councillors.lincolnshire.gov.uk/cllrmoverton

www.independentvoice.org.uk