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21/03350/TEL                 Friday 29^th October – Proposed 5G Telecommunications installation

21/03452/TEL56              Weds 3^rd November – Proposed 15.0m Phase 8 Monopole C/W wrapround Cabinet at base and associated ancillary works.

An update on the telecommunications mast application, to note that this was discussed at this evening’s KPC and it was resolved to submit an objection to the application – while it is fully appreciated that an improved mobile phone signal would be beneficial and very welcome to many, this installation is simply in the wrong location, for many reasons.

As before, we would strongly encourage all to submit comments (either for or against) via the Cherwell planning portal at the links below; the key thing to note is that there are in fact two applications for one and the same installation at this stage, and that parishioners should send in the same comments for both.  

The original application 21/03350/TEL https://planningregister.cherwell.gov.uk/Planning/Display/21/03350/TEL is submitted under a process that does not need Prior Approval and as such if it qualified/passed various checks, it could proceed. The subsequent submission 21/03452/TEL56 (https://planningregister.cherwell.gov.uk/Planning/Display/21/03452/TEL56) is a completely new application for the mast installation, and may likely have been submitted because the applicant thinks that Prior Approval may not be granted.

For those wishing to submit a comment for objection, it should be noted that Material Planning Considerations only will be accepted by CDC as sufficient grounds for objection, with concerns such as medical implications largely unsubstantiated for telecoms installations being ‘non-material’ – of greater relevance in this instance would be the location as sited within the Conservation Area, for example.

Given the time constraints before the comment submission deadline giving limited opportunity to widely publicise this amongst the village, please do ensure those unlikely to use Facebook (or not members of this group) are advised of the importance of adding their voices to the discussion.

Kirtlington Parish Council

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It is with disappointment that we write to say that the Inspector has allowed the building of the Great Wolf Resort. Notwithstanding the objection of a significant section of the Cherwell area including 35 villages and the unanimous objection of the Cherwell Planning Committee, it has been deemed that the development will be good for us in the long run. 

Can we thank you for your support, encouragement and financial support during the campaign against Great Wolf. The volunteers who raised over £90,000. for our campaign worked tirelessly and did absolutely everything they could to raise money. 

Regards

Weston on the Green Parish Council

Kirtlington Parish Council shares the dismay that all will feel about this result.

Following the announcement of the death of the Duke of Edinburgh:  Kirtlington Parish Council would like to pass on this message from Yvonne Rees, Chief Executive Of Oxfordshire County Council, which has been circulated to the County’s local authorities;

It is with great sadness that today we hear of the death of His Royal Highness the Duke of Edinburgh. This sadness, I am sure, is shared by many of you who will want to remember and recognise the service of Prince Philip.

During the pandemic, we cannot host and open physical books of condolence as it is not safe to do so. We would encourage those who would like to share a message to sign Buckingham Palace’s online book of condolence at www.royal.uk This will close at 5pm on the day after the funeral. It is not live yet.  

Outside of COVID-19, we would, at this time, be working to identify suitable locations around the county for the laying of flowers, should anyone wish to do that. Unfortunately, we need to discourage this. Alternative donation arrangements may be announced by the government or Buckingham Palace in the coming days.

During the period before the funeral, a period of national mourning will be observed. As part of this, councils are now reviewing our meetings schedule and civic functions in the days ahead and there are likely to be some changes. Our websites will be updated to reflect any changes.

Yvonne Rees

Chief Executive, Oxfordshire County Council

In terms of next steps, as per the protocol, we advise of the following issues that local councils may wish to give specific consideration:

• Flags

Where arrangements exist to ensure that only essential staff are going to their place of work it is suggested that no one should be required specifically to travel to various buildings to lower flags to half-mast. If staff are resident on the premises where a flag is being flown and can lower it to half-mast then by all means do so, but the health of the wider community outweighs the need ask staff to leave their homes and travel around to lower flags at other sites.

• Organisation of Local Events

The idea of bringing people together within their local communities is no longer possible. Councils may wish to postpone any plans that they have to hold events (including civic church services).  You may wish to use social media to explain the events that you had planned and to say that arrangements will be made for this to happen when all movement restrictions are lifted and it is safe to do so.

It is hoped that television broadcasters will step in to fill gaps should the need arise. 

• Books of condolence and flower laying

For the duration of the current emergency it is not appropriate to open physical books of condolence.  The only safe option is to use the online books of condolence where these are available, we anticipate an official Book of Condolence on www.royal.uk however this is not yet live. Clearly it is very difficult for members of the public to lay flowers and Councils may wish to actively discourage people from doing so.  An alternative might be to suggest that people should make donations if they so wish, with details expected through the official Buckingham Palace website in due course www.royal.uk It needs to be made very clear that Councils do understand the enormous financial pressures that the current situation is placing on some people and that nobody should feel obliged to donate. 

• Organisation of Local Events

The idea of bringing people together within their local communities is no longer possible.  Councils may wish to postpone any plans that they have to hold events (including civic church services).  You may wish to use social media to explain the events that you had planned and to say that arrangements will be made for this to happen when all movement restrictions are lifted and it is safe to do so.

It is hoped that television broadcasters will step in to fill gaps should the need arise. 

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A small steering group is exploring the possibility of opening a community shop in Kirtlington which, if it goes ahead, would provide a part-time PAID role for a shop manager (approx. 30 hrs per week including some weekend work).  We’re currently looking for expressions of interest from potential candidates and would love to hear from you if you think you’re the person for the job.  

Retail experience would be beneficial, but not essential.  However, good organisational and people skills, a bit of IT know-how, basic accounting abilities and a cheerful disposition are a must!  

If you think this could be the role for you and you’d like to join us in this new venture for the village please use the form below giving your contact details and attach a brief CV.

We’ll be distributing leaflets around Kirtlington in the next week with more information about the new community shop so do look out for that. 

The Parish Council has been notified by Cherwell District Council’s Licensing Department, via our representing Councillor at CDC, of an application made by Kirtlington Park to hold a major public event on the grounds next summer. While the Parish Council had not been contacted prior to the date of application (and publishing in Bicester Advertiser), we have since reached out to the Park Management and pending an opportunity to meet, have invited them to outline their proposals at the next Parish Council Meeting on the 14^th January 2020 (which is of course open to public attendance).  From the information we have received so far, this is proposed to be a major festival, primarily culturally-centred on socio-political and economic debate but with an element of live music,  of a similar scale to events held in Charlbury (Wilderness) and Great Tew (Cornbury) with the associated considerations, with the Licensing Dept. advising that the proposal is for a large festival including music and drama, and the sale of alcohol to take place over a Friday to Monday in the summer with up to 15,000 people anticipated over that 4-day period (i.e. not 15,000 each day), and intended to be repeated annually over the next 5 years. The proposed location covers a large part of the Kirtlington Park estate, and there will be provision for camping.

There are arguably many points for and against such an event to be held in Kirtlington and as the Parish Council would prefer to give proper consideration to any proposals of this scale, taking into account local views although we understand the village as a whole is largely unaware of the proposals, we feel it is important to advise parishioners of the means of – and deadline for – making comments on the application to the District Council, should anyone wish to.

It is important to note that any comment (concern or objection) raised to CDC must relate to the Licensing Objectives (such as the prevention of public nuisance such as noise levels, ensuring public safety e.g. traffic management, and ensuring the protection of children) to be valid, and also that the Park Management and Event Organisers have a Draft Management Plan in place (though not currently in the public domain, it is hoped these details would be shared no later than the next KPC Meeting), and that any such event – if granted permission – would be subject to a Safety Advisory Group (SAG) due to the scale, with that SAG to include the District Council’s Licensing Dept, Environmental Protection, Thames Valley Police, etc.

The deadline for comments is 31^st December, with the Application reference at CDC being 19/PRM1663/LAPRE1, and can be viewed at:

https://www.publicaccess.cherwell.gov.uk/online-applications/licencingApplicationDetails.do?activeTab=summary&keyVal=Q215T2EM0PG00

While the application is open for consultation it is not possible for the public to submit comments via the website – these should be emailed to the Department at licensing@cherwell-dc.gov.uk citing the application number, 19/PRM1663/LAPRE1, or just “Kirtlington Park festival” in the subject line.  Please note that the submission of an “objection” is a means of expressing any concerns, to ensure there are robust plans in place and that all aspects are thoroughly examined – not a device to stop such an application – which would then pass to a CDC Committee hearing, for that purpose. If no (valid) concerns are received before the deadline, the Licence must be automatically granted, per due process.

The Parish Council will update on any further information received, however any member of the public is  entitled to phone (01295 753744) or email the Licensing Dept with questions regarding information on location, scale, approximate date etc.

Kirtlington Parish Council has re-iterated its objection (of December 2019) to this proposal. The deadline for sending comments to the Planning Inspectorate (PINS) is Friday 27th November 2020. You may email the PINS Case Officer direct, email alison.dyson@planninginspectorate.gov.uk. You must cite the PINS appeal reference, APP/C3105/W/20/3259189.

This link takes you to the application details on Cherwell District Council’s website –

https://planningregister.cherwell.gov.uk/Planning/Display/19/02550/F

read by students of
The Marlborough C of E School

carols performed by
The Marlborough School Choir

Monday December 9th 2019 7pm

St Mary Magdalene’s

Park Street

Woodstock, England, OX20 1UG

presents, at 7.30 on 5th December at the Village Hall

The Circular Economy: what is it? How does it work? And how do I get involved?

A talk by Robert Spencer, Head of Sustainable Development at AECOM and Member of Sustainable Kirtlington.

7.30pm, Thursday 5th December

Hazel Room, Kirtlington Village Hall

Good Friday 19th April

Click here for more details

Please vote in the REFERENDUM on the Adoption of the Plan. You can make a difference to our community.

Thursday 21^st March, Kirtlington Village Hall,

7 a.m. to 10 p.m.

The Notice of Referendum link is here

Voting on the Referendum will take place in the same way as any other local election.  Registered voters should receive their poll cards with the usual details this week.   The process is run by Cherwell District Council’s Democratic and Elections Team.

Cherwell District Council’s Neighbourhood Plan Referendum page can be seen here

The Plan documents can be seen here and there is a bound copy in the Village Shop.