Margaret Jones

Lichfield District Council would like to hear resident’s views about the new Local Plan
Consultation is taking place until 11th December.

They are asking you to look at this summary of what is proposed and give your answers to the 5 questions.

Summary_of_the_Local_Plan_2043_Issues_and_Options

Or for a more detailed view of the proposals including options for where future housing in the district may be built see the following:
Local_Plan_2043_Issues_and_Options

The road at the Harlaston Road and Scotland lane junction will be closed for tree and vegetation clearance works on 25th November. Diversions via Croxall or Lullington will be in place, see the attached plan.
Road Notice 25_11_24

Citizen’s Advice have asked local parish councils if they would be interested in hosting advice sessions in their areas so that residents who need assistance can attend a session locally.
If you think this is something that would be useful in Edingale please let us know via clerk@edingale-pc.gov.uk

Here is some more information on what they offer:

Citizens Advice have seen demand for our services surge over the last couple of years and we expect this trend to continue over the coming months, driven by issues such as the cost-of-living crisis and fuel poverty, along with topical issues like Pension Credit entitlement and Winter Fuel Allowances.

The pressure on our main Adviceline service is high and we know that residents find it difficult to get through to our advisers. Having a dedicated outreach service in local community venues gives residents a direct route into our advice and support services with the flexibility to meet an adviser face to face in a convenient location.

Our generalist advisers are able to support clients with a range of issues such as, benefit calculations and support with claiming benefits, debt advice, housing and homelessness, employment, family and relationship, energy advice, and law and courts.

A one-hour appointment is generally provided, although follow up appointments can be arranged if other issues need addressing. This allows our advisers to meet with up to three clients per day, with the remaining time to write up cases and carry out any follow up actions on behalf of the client.

Clients may also be referred into specialist services within our organisation when needed, such as debt casework.

Work is taking place to ease flooding fears and improve waterways around the River Mease at Edingale.

A project at Pessall Brook is aiming to provide additional flood storage along with the creation of a new wetland area.

It is being carried out by the Trent Rivers Trust with funding from the Environment Agency and is part of a larger project to enhance the River Mease and surrounding waterways.

Trent Rivers Trust are delivering work along Pessall Lane on one of the county council land holdings. It is a similar nature of work to that undertaken in Edingale last year, from the same funding pot, to restore and enhance river and floodplain habitat. They are also constructing a bund which will hold flood waters which may slow down and reduce the flood peaks reaching the village, from the flows from the Pessall Brook at least. In 2022 they also delivered restoration works in this brook in the village of Coton-in-the-Elms so it is connecting up the schemes there and in Edingale.

Staffordshire County Council needs your input! They are conducting an Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Survey to help shape the future of EV infrastructure in our county.

The results so far show that 96% of EV users in Staffordshire that have completed the survey are satisfied or extremely satisfied with their vehicles. Around 80% said that saving money on fuel costs were there top motivation for choosing an electric vehicle.*

Resident feedback has highlighted 375 locations for potential Electric Vehicle Charging sites that will guide Staffordshire County Councils future expansion efforts.

Participate in the survey and help us build a greener future for Staffordshire.

Take the survey today! – https://letstalk.staffordshire.gov.uk/let-s-talk-transport/surveys/ev-survey

The Best Kept Village awards night has been held.
Regrettably no outright wins but two commendations for Edingale, one in the Community Spirit category and the other in the Small Village category.
A good result but the judges commented on the very high standard of the entries in this year’s competition.
Well done and thanks to everyone who helped and to Cllr Jim Meikle who organised Edingale’s entry.

People interested in exploring over a thousand years of Staffordshire’s history can do so when a new heritage centre for the county opens to the public on Wednesday 6 November.

The new £8.7 million Staffordshire History Centre project has been delivered by Staffordshire County Council and funded by The National Lottery Heritage Fund with a grant of £4,858,699.

Combining three important collections from the Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent Archive Service, the County Museum, and the William Salt Library, the new History Centre will offer visitors the chance to access and research fascinating archives and artefacts that tell the story of Staffordshire’s past.

Located on Eastgate Street in Stafford, the centre includes modern search rooms, strong rooms capable of holding a further 55 years of archives and collections and a bright exhibition space for displays and exhibitions. The centre will be open Tuesday to Saturday from 10am to 4pm.

The adjacent restored William Salt Library building, part of the new centre, showcases William Salt’s unique collection and the history of the library itself, which has been cherished by local residents for decades.

An exciting programme of activities and touring exhibitions will also take history into local communities right across the county.

Victoria Wilson, Cabinet Member for Communities and Culture at Staffordshire County Council said: “We’re all incredibly excited about the project and delighted to be able to announce the opening date as 6 November.

“We’re extremely grateful for the funding from the Heritage Fund and we can’t wait to welcome residents and visitors alike to research and learn more about the rich history and culture that has shaped our great county.”

A Hub for History and Learning

The new centre is not just a place for historical collections. It features a remodelled research room, perfect for local historians, genealogists, and academics to delve deep into Staffordshire’s past.

The new education and learning space will host a range of school programmes, workshops, and events designed for all ages. During November and December there will be a range of activities for visitors to join in with including walking tours, spotlight talks and family friendly festive crafts.
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Message from Costas below;

Just to inform you that as from 12th October I will no longer be the Police Community Support Officer for the area. I will be leaving Lichfield Police station and moving to Uttoxeter.

PCSO Davina Hickman will still be on the area and available for any correspondence etc.

I’d just like to say thank you to all of you, I’ve been on the area for over 10 years and have met some lovely people along the way. Its been an absolute pleasure.