Warburton Parish CouncilNewsletter - October 2024 |
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Welcome to the WPC Autumn newsletter.# Firstly, the members of the Parish Council would like to extend a HUGE THANKS to everyone who provided their views and support for the draft Neighbourhood Development Plan during the consultation. # Read on for all the latest village news. |
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Neighbourhood Development PlanThank you to everyone who provided feedback on the latest draft Neighbourhood Development Plan. # We received feedback from 86 residents and all your comments will be collated before being shared with Trafford BC. # The Parish Council will be responding formally to objections raised by stakeholders, in particular Redrow, and also answering a number of questions raised by Trafford BC. |
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New Housing ApplicationRedrow have applied for planning permission to build 560 new homes in Warburton. # This will have a significant impact on Village life and place considerable additional stress on local infrastructure and services. # Public consultation is open mow, for only 3 weeks, closing on Friday 18th October. # You can read more in the local and business press reports by clicking on the links below. # Have your say and provide your feedback during the consultation period, by clicking on the button below. | | |
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Road SafetyIn response to many residents' concerns regarding road safety and traffic speeds, the Parish Council commissioned an extensive traffic survey. Our aim was to gather data and expert recommendations in order to press Trafford BC to take action and review road safety in the village. # The findings were presented to Andrew Hague from Trafford BC at a Parish Council meeting. Although, frustratingly, it will not be possible to reduce any of the current speed limits or make any changes to traffic flows or junction layouts, Trafford BC have agreed to assist in painting speed warnings on the road at locations to be agreed. # To access the full report, click the button below. | | |
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Following much feedback from the village residents, progress on the design and installation of new village gateways signs is progressing well. # In response to the results of the Traffic Survey and the Trafford BC response to that, the Parish Council are proposing to adapt the village signs to also include a speed warning. # These new signs will be placed in prominent positions on the key entry points to the village to demarcate the village boundary as well as encouraging careful driving. # We are awaiting approval from Trafford BC on the proposed locations. # For more detail on our current proposals, click the button below. | | |
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Parish Rooms
We are delighted to report that the Parish rooms renovation project is almost complete. # A significant sum was provided to fund new electrics and fire alarms, insulate the kitchen roof, renovate the toilet facilities including installing a disabled toilet, general decoration and installing lights outside the building. # The building is looking fantastic and will be available soon for community events. |
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SUSPICIOUS BEHAVIOUR? # Cheshire Constabulary need your help. # If you suspect any criminal activity taking place or you have any concerns regarding rural crime, you can contact Rural Watch. | | |
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CCTVWe have received a request to suggest locations around the village for periodic CCTV surveillance. # Covert cameras have been used to great effect by Trafford BC in the fight against fly tipping and can help eradicate other anti-social and criminal behaviour. # If you would like to propose a location, email info@warburtonparishcouncil.org |
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The Village PubThe Parish Council are pleased to announce that the Saracens Head has a new Landlord: John Gripton - pop in and say "Hello!" # John has already kindly agreed to house a defibrillator, which the Parish Council will organise - thank you John! |
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Toll BridgeUpgrade works are due to commence on the Toll Bridge on Tuesday 22nd October. # Whilst the works are completed the toll fee will be suspended - it is anticipated the repairs will take at least 12 months and at times the bridge will be completely closed. https://www.warburtontollbridge.co.uk # You can register for email updates on the project by clicking the button below | | |
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Bus ServicesWarburton Parish Council have created a joint working party together with Dunham Parish Council to lobby for better bus services. # For a full update on progress to date, visit the Parish Council website "News and Views" page, using the link at the bottom of this newsletter. # To read a copy of the letter recently sent to Trafford BC from the joint working group, click the button below. | | |
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Hedge CuttingIn recent years it has become more and more clear that some highways and especially footways in Warburton are obstructed by overhanging vegetation. In combination with the widely-perceived increases in traffic speed and numbers on several Warburton roads, this creates considerably increased risks to life. # Residents are politely reminded that they have a responsibility for their hedges and trees, in particular where these front the public highway. |
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Pavement ClearanceWe are advised by Trafford BC, that verges will be cleared and pavements swept by the end of Oct 2024. # In the event that the village pavements remain unusable after this work is undertaken, The Parish Council is obtaining quotes for private contractors to assist in clearing the footways. The main focus currently is the Dunham Road from the bridge at Barns lane to the junction with Paddock Lane. # If any residents have particular concerns regarding specific footways, please email info@warburtonparishcouncil.org |
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North West Hydrogen PipelineA further consultation begins on Monday 14th October and from this date, new information will be available on the HyNet website. # For further details, to view the interactive map and to have your say, click on the button below. | | |
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Councillor Lisa HancockThe Parish Council would like to welcome our newest councillor for the Bowdon Ward. # Lisa follows in the footsteps of retired Cllr Michael Whetton, and we have been very grateful for her attendance at the Parish Council meetings and for all her assistance so far. We look forward to working closely with Lisa on all our community matters. # You can contact Cllr Hancock at: lisa.hancock@trafford.gov.uk |
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