serving the population of Willingham in Cambridgeshire
Affordable housing on Station Road – parishioners may be aware of the development being constructed on Station Road. This is of 22 homes entirely of affordable housing (rented and shared ownership) with priority being given to Willingham residents and applicants with a connection, whether through work, residence or family, to Willingham. Contact details for Cross Keys Homes –
Phone: 01733 396406
Website: www.crosskeyshomes.co.uk/sharedownership
Email: sales@crosskeyshomes.co.uk
You may have seen the ongoing forecast of high winds and rain (Storm Gareth) expected to arrive tomorrow (Wednesday 13th March), affecting parts of the South East and the East of England.
Our electricity network is built to be resilient but high winds and rain can damage overhead power lines resulting in some customers losing their electricity supply. Where this happens we work to restore power as quickly and safely as possible. We have organised for additional staff in our contact centre to help customers whose electricity supply might be affected by the predicted weather, and we have called-up additional engineers to carry out repairs to our electricity network.
Both you and your local residents will be able to find regular updates on our website www.ukpowernetworks.co.uk and social media @UKPowerNetworks throughout this period.
Anyone experiencing a power cut can:
We urge the public to stay well clear from power lines and anyone spotting a damaged power line needs to report it to us immediately by calling 105 from a landline or mobile phone.
If they see electricity lines that are down or causing significant risk to the public they should call 999.
We provide extra help to customers on our Priority Service Register during a power cut. Households with older or disabled people, those with children under five, or where someone uses medical or mobility equipment that requires electricity as well as other reasons can join the register. You can find out more information about our Priority Service on our website: ukpowernetworks.co.uk/priority .
If you would like to share information about preparing for the extreme weather or the priority service register on social media you might like to use the following:
UK Power Networks has extra staff on hand to deal with the impact of Storm Gareth. Call 105 to report a power cut and visit https://www.ukpowernetworks.co.uk/storm-centre-prepare or message @UKPowerNetworks on Twitter. #stormgareth #ukpnnews
Do you, or someone you know, need extra support during a power cut? @UKPowerNetworks provides free services to vulnerable customers. Visit https://www.ukpowernetworks.co.uk/power-cut/priority-services-register for more information. #stormgareth #ukpnnews
CAMBRIDGESHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL
Rampton Road, Willingham and High Street, Rampton
(TEMPORARY PROHIBITION OF THROUGH TRAFFIC)
ORDER 2019/193
NOTICE is given that Cambridgeshire County Council has made an Order
pursuant to the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984, as amended by the Road
Traffic (Temporary Restrictions) Regulations 1992, the effect of which is to
stop any vehicle from proceeding along Rampton Road, Willingham and HighStreet, Rampton as lies between number 114 High Street and 168 Rampton Road.
Access will be maintained to properties affected by this order.
The alternative route for vehicles is via Newington – Long Lane – Berrycroft –
B1050 – A1123 – B1049 – High Street, Cottenham – Rampton Road – Church
End, Rampton – The Green and vice versa.
The Order is made to facilitate carriageway patching works which are being
carried out on or near this highway and it will come into operation on 6 March 2019 and continue until these works have finished or on the 5 September 2020 whichever is the earlier.
It is anticipated that these works will be carried out 09:00hrs to 15:00hrs daily between 6 March and 8 March 2019.
The Order shall not apply to any persons lawfully engaged in connection with any works for which it is made, any member of the Police Force, Fire and Rescue Service, Ambulance Service, a vehicle being used by Special Forces during the execution of their duties or to any person acting with the permission or upon the direction of a Police Officer in uniform.
Graham Hughes, Executive Director, Place and Economy, Shire Hall, Castle Hill, Cambridge CB3 0AP Wednesday 27 February 2019
Public Meeting, Concerned about policing in Willingham? A Public Meeting will be held at Willingham Primary School on Thursday 20th September at 7.30pm under the chairmanship of Willingham Parish Council. Have your say and listen to the police response.
Parish and District Councillors and the Police will be present
Are you interested in your local Community?
Would you like to have an input?
Would you like to help make decisions in keeping Willingham a lovely place to live?
If the answer to any of these questions is YES, then why not apply to become a Parish Councillor.
The Parish Council currently has a casual vacancy which will be filled by co-option. If you would like to discuss the role in more detail or would like to apply please contact the Clerk on 01954 261027 or clerk@willinghamparishcouncil.gov.uk
Application forms need to be returned to the Parish Office by noon on Monday 1st October 2018
Co-option notice below:
Swavesey Junction Bridge Beam Installation – Night Time Closures
Friday 1st & Saturday 2nd June – two nights
To minimise disruption to road users, the beams will be installed over two nights on Friday 1st & Saturday 2nd June.
Operations will start at 21:00 hrs (9:00 pm) and owing to the complexity of the lift, the westbound closure will be extended beyond the usual 06:00 hrs to allow for removal of the crane from the carriageway.
The westbound carriageway is scheduled to open in the morning at 08:00 hrs on Saturday 1st June & 08:30 hrs on the Sunday 2nd June.
The closure point will be to the west of the existing junction so that Swavesey exit will be open throughout the operation to vehicles coming from Cambridge and Swavesey/Boxworth.
Vehicles travelling from Huntingdon will be required to leave the A14 at the A1198 (Godmanchester) junction and travel to the A428 from where they can join the eastbound A14 or use local roads to reach the junction.
The full schedule is as follows:
Friday 1 to Saturday 2 June – two nights (beam lift)
• A14 eastbound junction 27 to junction 28
• 9pm – 5.30am (both nights)
Strategic traffic diversion: Drivers will be diverted south on the A1198, east on the A428 to re-join the A14
• A14 westbound junction 28 to junction 27
• 9pm – 8am (Friday night)
• 9pm – 8.30am (Saturday night)
Strategic traffic diversion: Drivers will be diverted west on the A428, north on the A1198 to re-join the A14
This closure will allow local traffic to access the westbound carriageway to the villages at junctions 30, 29, 28a and 28 and Cambridge Services and junctions 25, 26 and 27 on the eastbound carriageway.
Road Surfaces:
A member of the public raised at the March Parish Council Meeting the problem of poor and deteriorating road surfaces in parts of the village. It appears to be a widespread problem across the county with recent bad weather exacerbating poor maintenance. Unfortunately, our County Councillor was not present at the meeting but our concerns will be forwarded to him.
Youth Matters:
We were very pleased to learn that Willingham Youth Trust has succeeded in finding the funds and resources to reopen the Youth Club. Weekly sessions will begin again on Wednesday evenings from the middle of April. There are also plans for another It’s a Knock Out competition in September and a ‘Pop Up’ Café. Congratulations go to the hard work from the Youth Trust team in achieving this. Congratulations also go to our Primary School who achieved a rating of ‘Good’ in a recent Ofsted inspection.
Defibrillator Training:
A unit has been available for some time at the Pavilion and a second unit has now been installed at the Library. Free training is going to be available to anyone who would like to learn how to use these life-saving devices. This will take place at Willingham Library at 2PM on 12 April. Space is limited so if you are interested in attending please call the Parish Office to book a place.
Help with Your Home:
If you are elderly or disabled and you need to adapt or repair your home you may be able to get help from Cambs Home Improvement Agency. Their telephone number is 01954 713330 or look at www.cambshia.org
Dog Mess:
Whilst most dog owners take a very responsible attitude to clearing up after their pets, there are a few that do not. We have had reports of increased fouling on central village pavements as well as the recreation ground. Not only is dog mess unsightly it can also be a serious health hazard, particularly on areas used for sports, which is why we ask owners not to take their dogs onto the recreation ground. The District Council will take action against owners who allow fouling but need names and addresses.
Councillors:
A reminder that there are local government elections in May that will involve Willingham Parish Council. If you would like to put your name forward you need to do so to SCDC by 4PM on 12 April. Forms are available through the Parish Office.
Finally, we were very sorry to learn of the peaceful but sudden death of Rosemary Mumford. Rosemary, as just one of her various voluntary contributions to village life, served as a Parish Councillor for many years. Our thoughts and condolences go to her lovely family.