Parish News
CANCELLED: Tree lighting on Cuckamus Green – 7th December
The Parish Council is very sorry to inform you that we will have to cancel tomorrow’s tree lighting due to the predicted stormy weather. We had much discussion around this, but in the interest of safety, felt this was the best course of action.
The tree will be lit over the weekend and will remain lit in the evenings throughout the festive period.
We hope you enjoy the tree despite the lack of event and we will revisit this for next year.
Thank you in advance for your understanding.
Support from SSEN
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Funeral of Patrick Power
Patrick Power served King and Country in the latter stages of WW2 in the army and then in the Thames Valley Police. After he retired from policing, he worked for many years as the secretary to the National Federation of Builders until he retired.
But he then took on the role of Clerk to the North Leigh Parish Council and served the community in that role for 26 years until he stood down in 2011.
He knew exactly what was going on round the parish and who most people were – his police training showed along with his close attention to detail!
He would regularly walk round the village and spot things that needed dealing with before they became a problem.
Patrick and Diana, his wife, were for many years stalwarts of village life in North Leigh – involved in many organisations and activities of our community – not least the funding and building of the new Memorial Hall.
Patrick lived to a grand old age and will be much missed by all those who knew him. As they say, they don’t make many people like him any more – a true gentleman in every way and someone who was committed to serving his community.
Anyone wanting to pay their respects might like to attend his funeral at 2pm on Friday 22nd November at St Mary’s.
Your Voice Matters in Tackling Rural Crime!
The Rural Crime Partnership is committed to addressing all types of rural crime and anti-social behaviour. Currently, they are focused on preventing the theft of farm machinery, tools, and livestock, and tackling fly-tipping.
However, they recognise that rural crime is a much broader issue, and your priorities and insights are crucial in shaping our approach to these challenges.
By participating in this survey, you will help them identify the key challenges and opportunities in our region.
If you live or work in West Oxfordshire, South Oxfordshire, or the Vale of White Horse, your feedback is vital in shaping our future initiatives and making a meaningful difference in our communities.
To complete the survey, click here: Rural Crime Survey
Click here to learn more about the Rural Crime Partnership.
Primary school places – 2025
As part of the application process for Reception entry to infant and primary school, Oxfordshire County Council is advertising the need for parents and carers of children born between 1 September 2020 and 31 August 2021 to apply for a school place.
Any questions should be directed to the primary application web page which has all the information needed plus a link to the online application form: www.oxfordshire.gov.uk/primaryadmissions
The School Admissions Team can be contacted direct on 0345 241 2487 or at admissions.schools@oxfordshire.gov.uk
Applications for Reception can be submitted from 4 November; and the deadline for receipt of completed school applications for Reception is 15 January 2025.
WODC Polling District and Polling Places Review 2024
The District Council is commencing a Polling District and Polling Place Review consultation.
The documents, survey and information can be found on the District Council’s website, click on the links below at:
Information about polling districts and places
Polling district and polling places review consultation
The consultation will be open until 4 November 2024.
Join us for a tree lighting on Cuckamus Green – 7th December!
Please join us for a tree lighting on Cuckamus Green on Saturday the 7th December. Refreshments and carols from 6:30pm with the lighting at 7pm!
Neighbourhood Plan Update
The Neighbourhod Plan survey results are completed with a link to them in this news article. Come to the meeting on the 2nd November for more information!
WODC Polling District and Polling Places Review 2024
The District Council is commencing a Polling District and Polling Place Review consultation.
The documents, survey and information can be found on the District Council’s website, click on the links below at:
Information about polling districts and places
Polling district and polling places review consultation
The consultation will be open until 4 November 2024.
Flood Briefing Note from Oxfordshire County Council
Following a period of heavy rain across the county, we are currently in a position of.
- 7 Flood Warnings
- 20 Flood Alerts
It is forecast that we will see more rain over the coming days and likely more flooding impacts.
Click here for a flood briefing note with useful advice, links and contact numbers for support.