CONSERVATIVES – Over two decades of outstanding civic service

PARK GATEI &n PRIORYT PARKouch – Summer 2020 Volunteers answer the call just as they did 80 years ago UNLESS you are in your Borough and it is right that your 80s you will have expe- Council should express thanks rienced nothing like it in to them all.” your lifetime. It was a privilege to add his sig- In summer 1940, the RAF nature to Mayor Pamela Bryant’s fought almost down to the last on hundreds of letters thanking Spitfire and Hurricane to drive all the Fareham volunteers who the Luftwaffe from our skies. stepped up through the CO- Eighty years on another Battle VID-19 pandemic to help their of Britain began, only this time community. the outcome against an unseen They include Acts Of Kindness enemy is not yet in our sights. Community (Solent), Waypoint But the national spirit that led Church, Citizens Advice Fare- us to victory through the dark ham, AFC Portchester, One days of World War 2 surfaced Acts of Kindness volunteers are using one of the business hangars Community and Portchester again when an army of volun- at Solent Airport@Daedalus provided free by the Council. Community Association. teers and professionals answered their country’s call. If you know of any unsung heroes we may have missed, we’d Fareham Council Leader Seán Woodward summed up local re- like their names and a brief description of their efforts. action: “We have lived through very difficult and unprecedented You can get a nomination form at www.fareham.gov.uk/than- times. Council services have been stretched along with family kavolunteer budgets. BORIS REWARDS KERRY’S ACTS OF KINDNESS “Services that we all took for granted had to cease while the pri- ority was to deliver the lifeline services such as refuse collection, Kerry Snuggs, leader of environmental health, social services and education. Acts of Kindness, was “There have been some fantastic examples of support through- presented with a Points out our communities during the COVID-19 pandemic. of Light Award from “People have tirelessly helped to put together essential parcels Prime Minister Boris and activity packs, delivered items to shielding residents, collected Johnson by Fareham food donations, picked up prescriptions or just been amazingly MP and Attorney Gen- good neighbours. eral Suella Braverman. “Many hundreds of people in need have been helped across the How we helped over 100 small businesses to stay afloat CRIES for help for businesses, indus- £10,000. Applications were invited last based in Fareham Innovation Centre try and a host of other organisations month and this round of the scheme is received a share of the funding. flooded in from all corners of the UK. closed. A total of £1m has been paid out. Managing Director Lee Godbold said: But not all benefitted from Government Types of business which have been “We were at a loss how to manage this schemes, including many in Fareham. helped include small manufacturing firms, unprecedented situation. So the Borough Council hopes Dis- businesses located in shared offices, den- “I’d especially like to thank the Borough cretionary Business Grants will make all tists, a podiatrist and a nail bar. Council for approving our application for the difference to those struggling with “This funding will be a lifeline for busi- the Discretionary Business Grant funding property-related costs. nesses which had slipped through the which kept us up to date with our pay- Council Leader Seán Woodward said net for Government support during the ments to Fareham Innovation Centre.” so far over 100 small businesses across pandemic,” he said. The Council also gave market traders at the Borough had received grants up to Electronics business Lee Godbold Ltd Fareham and Portchester £2,500 each.

Almost ’s lowest district council tax – thanks to CONSERVATIVES 2 InTouch Half a million people use Holly Hill Leisure Centre every year. CONSERVATIVES promised it. We delivered. InTouch 3 New quality homes start Now there’s a plague of rats to deal with Cemetery extensions Council’s major social RATS have taken afield for an easy meal. “ EXTENSIONS will provide 350 etery the advantage of human A Council team targeted more burial places and 240 plots graves housing programme absence during the the area and repaired a for ashes at Holly Hill Cemetery. will lockdown to plague an defective drain and private It was consecrated by the Bishop not be PHASE 1 of the area of Priory Park. surface water sewer and of Portsmouth, the Rt Rev Christo- available programme to NEWS ROUND Ruth Tompkins, baited the rat runs safely to pher Foster, in an ancient ceremony for pre- step up building of from Buttercup Way, avoid danger to wildlife. with the minimum number of par- purchase, new council homes who’s pictured with Areas around trees were ticipants during the lockdown. ensuring the cemetery’s life is is complete. Emergency budget meeting Families moved Fareham Council’s finances have taken Councillor Ian Bastable, also cleared and ground It cost the Borough Council extended as far as possible.” was pleased the Council cover removed. £300,000 and the grave space PHOTO: A poignant moment dur- into 5 new proper- a massive hit through the Covid-19 ties at Oak Tree pandemic and are still falling. had continued work to Ian added: “The situation is should last 30 years, with first buri- ing the consecration, with Council- deal with the infestation. by the reduction in human activ- much improved and we hope to als in the autumn. lor Woodward (right) The Bishop Close, off Bridge Road, this month, reducing the An emergency budget meeting will be waiting list. called in September. Ian Bastable said: “The situation ity under lockdown and a need have the problem fully resolved Councillor Seán Woodward said: and his Diocesan Registrar Miss seems to have been exacerbated for the rats to search further in the near future.” “In common with the existing cem- Hilary Tyler the only participants. Two 3-bedroom properties are being provided Over £300,000 was lost in car parking at the most social rent of £500 pm with the re- revenue in 3 months. maining 2-bedroom homes at an affordable rent Estates officers have been trying to of £700 pm. work out leases with commercial ten- Councillor Simon Martin, pictured with Coun- ants struggling to pay rents. Lockdown waste workers praised WASTE collection was main- Middle Road site during lock- management of the service. cillors Ian Bastable and Seán Woodward, said: This, plus loss of income from both “It was really exciting to see the quality of the Leisure Centres, has contributed to the tained by the Borough Coun- down to recycle his glass and “We received many emails and let- cil, despite the many lockdown was happy that the Council ters of thanks for the service the properties and their pleasant surroundings. losses. “This is a major step forward for Fareham’s Services are beginning to resume, but challenges. had things under control. team carried out and, on behalf of When it began, the Council was Councillor Martin, Executive Park Gate residents, we’d like to say a Housing Department and the development of af- it’s estimated income could be over fordable housing is a key part of our strategy.” £1m below forecast levels. forced to pause green waste col- Member for Streetscene, said: massive thank you to them.” lections due to closure of Coun- “With everybody at home, the A depressing aspect of the lock- Next on the list is the former Scout Hut site in Montefiore Drive, Green which the Elections postponed ty Council composting sites. amount of household waste down was the anti-social behaviour Glass collection has continued increased significantly. of some residents to dump their lit- “Your help it is greatly appreciated. For Council acquired from Homes England last year. We were supposed to have had local It already had outline planning consent for 7 elections in May. throughout and continues to run “The refuse crews worked ter rather than take it home, which cost those people who would like to participate at about 50% above 2019 levels. long hours to collect the additional waste the Council money to clear up that could in a clean-up, the Council will provide bin shared ownership flats, but after additional work Councillor Simon Martin was ready by the Council with the appointed architect, we for the fight to get re-elected and con- Park Gate Councillors Ian Bastable and as well as emptying the glass banks which have been better spent. bags and litter pickers and will arrange for Simon Martin are grateful to all FBC staff were generating up to 50% more glass than “We would like to pay tribute to Mundio the bags to be picked up,” added Simon have been able to redesign the site to accommo- tinue his work on waste management date 9 shared ownership flats. and progressing the Council’s commit- who have maintained services to residents normal. Limpio (pictured) and other environmental Martin. and tried to keep sites clear. “After 4 weeks the Council was able to groups in Fareham that go regularly into The Council is installing larger litter bins It is hoped that a full planning application will be ment to Net Zero carbon by 2030. submitted soon. He reminds voters that polling sta- Local resident Vic, from Hanoverian Way restart its green waste collection service, the community to clean up the mess that to help deal with the amount of waste gen- tions have changed to better balance (pictured) said he continued to use the due to the commitment of the team and others leave. erated at our beaches and parks. the numbers of people following all the Woods saved from car park ravage new development in the ward. ANCIENT woodland has been saved from being Homes plan conflicts Fresh start boost wrecked by a car park extension plan. RESIDENTS are urged to object to an ap- BUSINESSES in we are very excited Borough planners rejected an application by the Commemorative benches for the future.” Specially designed benches have been plication to build 38 homes in countryside at Middle Road, Park NHS to add 44 spaces to the inadequate car park commissioned by the Council to mark Eyersdown Farm, Botley Road, . Gate re-opened af- Another to benefit at ’s overloaded surgery. the 75th anniversaries of VE Day and VJ Councillor Seán Woodward says there are ter lockdown with from Government They said it would have destroyed a priority habi- Day. serious concerns about the site adjoining the fresh optimism. cash was estate tat and complex ecosystem and impacted on spe- The first recreation ground and village hall; it is contrary Fabulous Bak- agents Taylor Hill cies that live in the woods and are protected by the bench was in- to several Local Plan policies and is not listed for ers staff gave their & Bond, where Councillor Simon Martin met a Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981. stalled at Dae- development in any existing or draft Local Plan. premises a thorough cleaning ready to welcome grateful Andrew Furnell. Councillor Seán Woodward said the right way to dalus Com- “It sits on a road which, despite being a 30mph returning customers. Over £850,000 has been allocated to local increase medical provision in North of Whiteley mon at Solent limit with flashing speed repeater signs, has a poor New manager Emrah Tashan told Councillor business with the Council distributing Govern- was to build a new surgery. Airport@ accident record. The application transport assessment claims the road to Ian Bastable: “I’m looking forward to customers ment grants of up to £10,000 to help those “Winchester City Council should have insisted on Daedalus and Botley is unrestricted, but it is a 40mph limit outside Burridge.” coming to eat, or even just have a coffee, and affected by closures during the pandemic. extra medical provision,” he said. the second will be ready to put in place in August. COUNTY COUNCILLOR BOROUGH COUNCILLORS COME AND JOIN US It’s hoped Daedalus Common will be Fareham Sarisbury Park Gate & Priory Park If you support Conservative principles and open to the public in the spring. Councillor Seán Woodward said it Seán Woodward Ian Bastable Simon Martin would like to vote to select your Council was disappointing that festivities were 8 Persian Drive 5 Blake Close 230 Botley Road and Parliamentary candidates, to attend cancelled to commemorate the victories Whiteley PO15 7BJ Whiteley Burridge social and political events or help us by and pay tribute to those who gave their Tel: 01489 881030 Fareham PO15 7LT Southampton SO31 1BL delivering InTouch in your street, then lives. email: sean.woodward@hants Tel: 074 4455 2194 Tel: 01489 325805 why not join Park Gate Branch of Fareham To help people celebrate, the Council gov.uk email: [email protected] email: [email protected] Conservative Association? Contact Simon provided a ‘Stay at home street party’ Woodhams 07971 288993 or simon@ pack, which was a huge success. Whether you voted for us or not, your Conservative councillors promise the highest standards of service to everyone in the WE SERVE YOU ALL community. Contact us any time and we’ll respond personally within 48 hours. sjwuk.com 4 InTouch with Westminster £30bn plan to create jobs and support jobless I know that many people in Fare- Suella ham are anxious about the future as we emerge from Coronavirus. People are worried about losing their jobs. BRAVERMAN MP for Fareham As a Government, we will not just accept this. Our Plan for Jobs from the Government Our Plan for Jobs, worth £30bn, is about provides a wide-ranging weekly, receiving funds supporting people to find the jobs that are out package of measures within 5 working days. there, creating new jobs through investing in to support everyone We are also creating infrastructure and housing and finally protect- in protecting their new jobs by temporar- ing jobs by revitalising hard-hit sectors upon incomes at this very ily scrapping stamp duty which many jobs depend. challenging time. on all homes under Whether it is the Jobs Retention Bonus From July 15, the £500,000 until March Scheme, the temporary VAT cut for tourism Government cut VAT 31, 2021. Everyone in and hospitality sectors, the Eat Out to Help for hospitality, accom- Fareham buying a main Out scheme, temporarily scrapping stamp modation and tourism home will see their Celebrating the reopening of duty on all homes under £500k, the new businesses in Fareham tax cut, saving up to this café with ward Green Homes Grant or creating hundreds from 20% to 5% until £15,000. Nearly 9 out of Councillor Tiffany Harper. of thousands of new fully subsided jobs for January 12, 2021. 10 people buying a main young people through the new £2bn Kickstart We have also launched the new home will pay no stamp duty. scheme, I am optimistic that there will be op- Eat Out to Help Out scheme – giv- We will also provide £2bn to allow portunities for all as we embark on the next ing people up to 50% off meals out, people to apply for a voucher to phase of recovering from the crisis. encouraging you back into restaurants, fund at least two thirds of the cost of cafés and pubs. upgrading the energy performance Anyone who eats at a participating of their homes, up to a maximum of CONTACT SUELLA business, Monday to Wednesday during £5,000. Low income households will 14 East Street, Fareham PO16 0BN August, can receive the discount on be eligible for up to 100% of Govern- Tel: 01329 233573 food and non-alcoholic drinks, up to a ment funding, up to £10,000. Email: [email protected] value of £10 per person. This will reduce energy bills by up to Facebook: fb.com/SuellaBraverman Businesses can claim the money back £300 per year and help to save carbon. Protecting paths and habitats tryside Service is undertaking 3 phases of Seán Woodward work to improve the Hamble Causeway said it was criti- Hamble Causeway between Warasah-Swanwick, which floods cal to repair the at spring tides. Hamble Causeway. Hook Lake: Councillor Keith Evans Phase 1 (Uni- said the Environment Agency was legally versal Marine to obliged to mitigate against the losses or Crableck Lane) Hook Lake: A popular walk replace them with new lands. completed but A STRATEGY to manage and compen- Agency policy is not to replace coastal needs a few sate for erosion and loss of inter-tidal defences which are in serious decline, but repairs. habitats has been sanctioned. to create protected new habitats. Phase 2 (Cra- East Solent Coastal Partnership (ESP) He said the project fell within the bleck Lane to proposes a project to evaluate all options Borough Council’s strategy to protect and Chinese Bridge) includes installation of and aims to produce a viable remedy. enhance the environment and a compre- rock rolls, repairs where water is scouring Hook Lake, , comprising 44 hensive management structure would be the bank and overtopping the path. ha (108 acres) of grazing land and reed set up to include all interested parties. Phase 3 (Chinese Bridge to Pink Ferry marsh has been identified as a potential It won’t cost Fareham a penny and will terminal) received external funding and key area for compensating habitat. be fully funded by the Agency and the ESP.. will be carried out in 2021 to include a Meantime, the County Council’s Coun- Hamble Causeway: Council Leader new circular route. ‘Homeless’ young gymnasts’ bid to raise £5,000 for new training base YOUNG gymnasts are to bring in cash since lockdown began in FundMe webpage to try to raise £5,000 trying to raise £5,000 towards a new March, they have been forced to find an for starters. They had nearly £1,500 to- training base. alternative tgraining venue. wards their target when we went to print. Covid-19 restrictions mean Eclipse Junior coach Lara Davis (17) said to The Community Interest Club needs Gymnastics members have been banned build or rent a suitable premises would premises at least 6m high to practise from using three local school halls. allow them to resume training. acrobatics, but they hope to find a place And with no events or subscriptions She and fellow gymnasts set up a Go- to include other youth activities.

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