Second cost-of-living payment from 8 November

The government has today (4 October) announced that households receiving benefits from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) will receive the second part of the £650 cost-of-living payment from 8 November, continuing through to the 23 November. Over 8 million families have already received the first cost-of-living payment, worth £326, which was sent out… read more

Use of Recreational Field – Bonfire Night

Polite reminder to everyone that the Rec. field should not be used for informal family events for bonfire night. There are no provisions in place for a safe event, and there is the risk of fire and damage to our buildings and surrounding homes. Please use your own garden or go to an organised event…. read more

Ridgeway Bell Articles – October 2022

Points of interest from the meetings held in September 2022. Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. 1926-2022 The Members of Chiseldon Parish Council are deeply saddened to hear of the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. Her dedication and service to the country and its citizens was unwavering. We join the nation in mourning her… read more

Money navigator tool – a reminder

A reminder that those in financial difficulty can access money and debt guidance for free. Money Helper UK provides guidance based upon individual circumstances and helps people to find support in their area. There is information on: what issues individuals need to deal with first ways of staying on top of bills how to find… read more

Neighbourhood Plan Meeting – Update

Our latest Neighbourhood Plan meeting with our Consultant Andrea Pellegram was this Tuesday and went well. Andrea is pleased with the progress made so far and has advised the project is nearly at the stage for her to start to create draft 1 of the plan. We have a list of tasks to complete in… read more

Carers’ Information Event, Thursday 29 September

Carers’ Information Event Thursday 29th September 10:30am -3:30pm At The Wyvern Theatre, Swindon This is an information sharing opportunity, bringing together different areas of expertise to help Carers of those living with dementia. There will be speakers & presentations on topics which matter to you & your family alongside professionals, local businesses & organisations for… read more

Road Closures for Fibre Cable/Open Reach Work, Badbury

To allow work to proceed on Fibre Cable/Openreach projects, there will be a number of temporary road closures for: Badbury Lane and Berricot Lane, Badbury. Traffic to be diverted via Medbourne, B4192, The Ridgeway, A346 Marlborough Road and vice versa. The Order will come into force on the 19 October 2022 for 6 months but… read more

Emergency Road Closure – Mays Lane, Chiseldon – Thames Water

Please be advised that Thames Water have closed Mays Lane under an Emergency TTRO due to a major water leak. It is anticipated that the road will be reopened on Tuesday 27th September 2022. Access will be maintained at all times where possible. The closure section will be on Mays Lane from its Junction with… read more

Ridgeway planned road closure towards Ogbourne St George

The road between Draycott Road/Ladysmith Road junction and the small track leading to Barbury Castle (see image below) is due to be closed 12th and 13th September for Openreach work. The details say 12th Sept 9.30 to 13th Sept 15.30, but there are no guarantees this will run to schedule.

Don’t watch street harassment in silence – ask ‘Are you Okay?

Chiseldon Parish Council is providing this message on behalf of Neighbourhood Watch ARE YOU OKAY? Street harassment is on the rise and is often not an isolated incident. We know the long-term impact can harm mental health and change people’s behaviour. Victims often feel guilty, ashamed, and blame themselves. Witnessing street harassment and not safely… read more

Quote required in Chiseldon

2 sets of large double doors at Chiseldon Parish Council Chapel and Museum to be sanded back, filled as required and re-painted in a suitable colour external paint. All noticeboards to be removed before work takes place and re-fitted afterwards. Ironwork to be removed or covered as required to avoid being painted over or damaged.”… read more

First cost of living payment from 2 September

HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) confirmed that around 1.1 million families receiving tax credits will get their first cost-of-living payment from 2 September. The £326 payment will be paid automatically into eligible tax credit-only customers’ bank accounts between 2 and 7 September. The second payment of £324 will be issued later this year – from… read more

Road Closures – Sepotember 2022

Traffic Restrictions High Street, Swindon – 05 September – 13 October Delays likely – Diversion route Name: Diversion Location: Station Road Description: Streetworks / License – Streetworks Responsibility for event: Swindon Borough Council Current status: Planned     High Street, Swindon – 05 September – 13 October Delays likely – Road closure Name: High Street,… read more