LANDFORD COMMUNITY PLAN UPDATE 2015-2020
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Introduction
Introduction This is an update of the original plan 2008 – 2013, to assess the current aspirations of the community and plan the future directions for our village. The new Steering Group this time round was much smaller than for the original plan, a maximum of 8 people. This group has met regularly to drive the process. The intention was that it would build on the achievements and maintain the momentum of the original – recognising what has been achieved and identifying any new issues which have emerged since. It became clear that some priorities have changed, such as the significance of broadband speed.
The Consultation Process The Steering Group have spent the last twelve months collecting local opinion, on which the revision is based. The work started by inviting members of the community to comment on various aspects of village life – a stall was set up at Nomansland Fair and a notice placed in Horizon (the Parish magazine) and on notice boards, asking villagers to give their views. Following these initial consultations, a questionnaire was developed and placed on the Community Website. Hard copies of the questionnaire were placed in the Village Stores and Post Office, where drop boxes were located. Questionnaires were also distributed with Horizon. Various community meetings and groups were visited as part of the process. The questionnaire results were collated, and a public meeting was held, where the results of the consultation were displayed, with opportunity for additional comments. The role of the Landford Community Partnership is now to facilitate and support initiatives from residents by the setting up of a number of groups to address the key sections of the plan:
1. Housing Page 2 2. Public Transport Page 4 3. Local Business Page 5 4. Village Character Page 7 5. Sense of Community Page 9 6. Footpath & Cycle Networks Page 10 7. Communication Page 11 8. Support Page 12 9. Public Services Page 13 10. Roads Page 14 11. Environment Page 16 12. Waste Management Page 18
The implementation of the plan will only happen if volunteers in the village become actively involved.
Your village needs you!
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1. Housing
For most of the parish of Landford, the New Forest National Park Authority's planning policies came into force in December 2010, superseding the former Salisbury District Council policies. In addition, Landford Village Design Statement was granted Supplementary Planning Document status in March 2011 and together these now establish the basis for local planning decisions. (www.newforestnpa.gov.uk/downloads/download/123/landfordvillagedesignstatement) Affordable housing is one of the few types of new development now allowed. Examples of this include affordable rented accommodation and shared ownership housing. Comments at the consultation stage of this update confirmed that this was on the 'wishlist' of a number of local people as were low cost homes for first time buyers. However, villagers are generally in favour of the area's low density housing and the sense of space it creates.
Achievements since the original plan in 2008
Landford Village Design Statement was produced and subsequently adopted by New Forest National Park Authority as a Supplementary Planning Document. The Village Design Statement was accepted as a material planning consideration by Wiltshire Council. Local planning applications are displayed on parish council notice boards, the Landford Parish Council website and in Horizon. More restrictive planning policies have been introduced by New Forest National Park Authority, fully supported by the Parish Council.
Our Aims
1. Increase influence of village opinions on planning application decisions.
2. Increased efficiency and effectiveness of the system dealing with planning
infringements.
3. Limitation of new housing to the type and location that meet the needs of local people.
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1. Housing
BY TARGET AIM ACTION WHOM? TIMESCALE
What we can do as individuals
Express concerns and objections regarding current planning applications to the Parish Clerk 1 Individuals Ongoing ([email protected]) and local Planning Authority.
Report planning infringements promptly to the 2 Parish Clerk ([email protected]) and local Individuals Ongoing Planning Authority.
Residents with spare capacity in their properties 3 might consider taking in a young or elderly lodger Individuals Ongoing from the local community.
For owners of large gardens and non-agricultural land within close proximity to local facilities, consider 3 Individuals Ongoing offering land for the construction of affordable housing.
Consider subdividing large dwellings, located within 3 close proximity to local facilities, into smaller units to Individuals Ongoing create affordable housing.
What we plan to do as a village
Report planning infringements to planning Parish 2 Ongoing authorities. Council Strongly resist any building development on existing greenfield sites and in areas which are likely to have Parish 1,3 Ongoing an adverse effect on the landscape and Council environment. Take account of residents’ preferences when considering planning applications, i.e. objections to Parish 3 mobile homes, flats, large residential dwellings, Ongoing Council tandem development and groups of 5 houses or more. What we are asking others to do
Local planning authorities to have regard for community comments, parish council consultations Wiltshire 1,2,3 and Landford Village Design Statement when Council Ongoing determining planning applications and enforcement NFNPA action.
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2. Public Transport
Public Transport is provided by the hourly bus service between Southampton & Salisbury (X7), with an additional shopping service to Romsey on 3 days of the week. It ceases to operate after 8pm.
Achievements since the original plan in 2008 Following representations from the Landford Community Partnership the timing and reliability has improved and the village benefited from an increased hourly service to and from Southampton and Salisbury. Unfortunately the service has just been cut back (2015) to fit in with the other government cuts made in Hampshire and Wiltshire to a two hour service (check timetable for details).
There is still a wish for a Saturday evening service and a more frequent service to Romsey but there is a recognition that this must be financially viable. One thought is that the service covering Wellow might be able to be extended to cover Landford.
Our Aims 1. To maintain and improve our bus service.
TARGET AIM ACTION BY WHOM? TIMESCALE
What we can do as individuals
1 Use the X7 service, so we don’t lose it. Individuals Ongoing
What we plan to do as a village
Communicate with bus company for late buses at Village reps 1 weekends and more buses to Romsey. Consult and Parish 1 year other villages. Council
What we are asking others to do
LCP to ask Bus Company to consider the viability 1 of late night services at weekends and more buses Bus Co. 1 – 3 years to Romsey.
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3. Local Business
Since the previous LCP, there have been changes to local businesses. There are now many more people in the village working from home or have home based businesses and the Post Office has merged with the village shop. The Village Directory has been developed and is distributed to the whole village on an annual basis. This has been very well received by local and not so local businesses. There are a number of small, internet based businesses in the village and many people working from home are reliant on the internet. ‘Super-fast’ broad band has now become a major issue (see section on Communications.)
Achievements since the original plan in 2008
A Landford Village Directory is now produced by the Landford Community Partnership and is appreciated by resident and the local businesses. A community website has also been developed:- www.landfordcommunity.org.uk ‘Horizon’ our Village Magazine is more widely publicised. Planning authorities have stopped the expansion of transport storage companies.
Our Aims
1. Survival of local shops and other businesses ensured by using them more often.
2. Retention of agricultural activity and other smaller businesses.
3. Avoidance of large scale industrial development and urban signage.
4. Employment of local people in local jobs where possible.
5. Improvement in communication about local business services on offer.
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3. Local Business
AIM ACTION BY WHOM? TARGET TIMESCALE
What we can do as individuals
Make sure we shop at our Post Office Village 1 Shop & local shops when we can and make a Individuals Ongoing conscious effort to use local services.
Report unsightly signs to Parish Clerk and 3 Individuals Ongoing Planning Authorities.
What we plan to do as a village
Local 4 Advertise job vacancies locally Ongoing Businesses
LCP and Local 5 Encourage advertising in Horizon and LCP Ongoing Directory Businesses
New signs for businesses should comply with Local 3 advice on placement and style from the relevant Businesses Ongoing planning authority. Refer to VDS NFNPA / WCC
What we are asking others to do
Use the current type and scale of business activity as a benchmark for future planning Planning 2 decisions. Ensure that residents and local Ongoing businesses are consulted on any significant Authorities changes.
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4. Village Character
Since the original Community Plan was published in 2008, very few of the requested actions have been implemented by the public authorities and utility companies to enhance the village character of Landford - which is now a 'New Forest village'. Changes of this nature are inevitably long term objectives but the recent consultation comments are still in favour of a rural community with little or no urbanisation. As part of the New Forest National Park, Landford should maintain and enhance the goals, guidelines and advice are now set out in the Landford Village Design Statement www.newforestnpa.gov.uk/ in the Landford Community Wildlife Plan. http://www.newforestnpa.gov.uk/download/downloads/id/731/landford_community_wildlife_plan Achievements since the original plan in 2008
The Village Design Statement must be consulted as part of the planning approval process. The Village Design Statement identifies buildings which have historical, visual or local importance. The Village Design Statement and Community Wildlife Plan both offer advice on retaining and improving village character.
Our Aims 1. Protection and enhancement of the rural character by resisting urbanisation
of the built and natural environment.
2. Preservation of important local buildings and features.
3. Reinstatement of traditional features such as bus shelters, using traditional
styles and materials.
4. To request authorities to remove unsightly street furniture.
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4. Village Character
TARGET AIM ACTION BY WHOM? TIMESCALE
What we can do as individuals
Identify important local buildings and features and inform the Parish Council ([email protected]), 2 Individuals Ongoing for inclusion in the Village Design Statement's list of 'Buildings of Special Interest'
What we plan to do as a village
Review planning decisions and inform the Parish Landford 1,2 Council of any appropriate amendments to Village Community Ongoing Design Statement Partnership
Identify any unsuitable urban/suburban features within the parish and negotiate with the relevant Parish 1,3,4 3-5 years organisation for removal or replacement (Refer to Council VDS)
Lobby organisations to inform residents about their Landford 1 decisions which affect the rural character of the Community Ongoing village - before they act (Refer to VDS) Partnership Urge organisations to reinstate traditional features Landford such as bus shelters and remove others, e.g. 3 Community Ongoing overhead cables, which detract from the rural Partnership character (Refer to VDS)
What we are asking others to do
Change modern direction signs to traditional finger Wiltshire 1,2,3,4 posts on rural roads and maintain the existing Council 1-3 years finger posts Highways Remove all unnecessary modern road signs where Wiltshire 4 appropriate Council 1-3 years Highways
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5. Sense of Community
As with any rural environment a “Sense of Community” is one of the primary concerns for most residents.
Achievements since the original plan in 2008 As well as various social events including a Village Jubilee Party, other more long-term achievements have included: Regular social gatherings include Coffee Café and toddlers meetings. Bench seats have been installed around the village. Environmental and litter picking groups have been formed. The Parish Council allocated £16,000 to upgrade recreation ground equipment. Maybush Copse is now owned by the village. Village Hall facilities and acoustics have been improved. The Healthy Landford continues to develop and expand. A ‘Welcome Pack’ is delivered to new residents. Our Aims 1. Continued development of focal points such as Coffee Café, toddler groups and Health Landford Group activities where people can socialise informally.
2. Continued improvement and promotion of the Recreation Ground to encourage more use.
3. Continued improvement and promotion of the Village Hall to encourage a wide range of activities.
4. Development of youth club facilities to meet the needs of local young people.
TARGET AIM ACTION BY WHOM? TIMESCALE What we can do as individuals Continue to support and develop social activities such 1 Individuals Ongoing as Coffee Café etc. Support the organisation of team sports and the 2 Individuals Ongoing improvement of facilities. Support village activities/functions and organise our 3 Individuals Ongoing own functions in the village halls. Establish Youth Club as and when those who 4 Individuals Ongoing expressed interest wish to implement. What we plan to do as a village Improve and extend existing facilities on recreation Parish 2 1 - 5 years ground to meet popular demand in the village. Council Provide disabled access to Village Hall meeting room, Village Hall 3 3 - 5 years when costs allow. Committee
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6. Footpath & Cycle Networks
Much progress has been made since the original plan. Each year the footpath clearance team of volunteers have spent countless hours keeping our enviable network of Parish footpaths clear for our community to enjoy. With the additional support of the Wilshire Council, bridges, stiles and kissing gates have been suitably maintained or replaced. Circular footpath routes are possible and these will be outlined in the next revision of the “footpath map and guide”. Pavements have been a reported as a “topic of concern” and whilst there is much work to be undertaken, significant improvements are in evidence in Beech Grange. Safer cycling on our busy local roads is of particular importance. Speed awareness will help, but there is a demand for additional cycleways.
Achievements since the original plan in 2008 Footpaths continue to be maintained by the local team during the winter months but there is a need to evaluate summer/autumn conditions. Old stiles are being replaced by ‘kissing gates’. Signage has either been renewed or renovated.
Our Aims
1. Maintenance of all footpaths for year round access.
2. Provision of circular routes to encourage use of the footpath network. 3. Provision of safe cycling routes.
TARGET AIM ACTION BY WHOM? TIMESCALE What we can do as individuals Take a pair of secateurs with you as you walk the 1 footpath routes. Prune back vegetation. (Revised Individuals Ongoing footpath Map available from the Village Store). 3 Make more use of your bicycle! Cyclists Ongoing
What we plan to do as a village Continue to improve footpaths for all year round Landowners, 1 footpath Ongoing access volunteers Local Within 2 Review interest in promoting a “parish walk”. volunteers 1 year
2 Evaluate options to create circular footpath routes LCP 1 - 3 years
What we are asking others to do Where required, continue with the programme to Wiltshire 1 replace old stiles with traditional kissing gates or 3 - 5 years Council similar. Wiltshire 2 Extend existing footpaths to create circular routes 3 - 5 years Council Request WC to reconsider creating cycleways, Wiltshire 3 Council, 1 - 3 years either on roads or extra lane alongside pavements. SUSTRANS
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7. Communication
Since the previous LCP, there have been significant changes to communication as a result of advances in technology. Developments in broadband and computer technology in general have made it more feasible/effective to work from home. Small local businesses have become more and more reliant on the Internet and are more demanding in terms of what can be achieved. One of the major concerns expressed by those participating in the consultation was the need for super-fast broadband. The Parish Council and Landford Community website are well used, and kept up-to date. Other, more traditional means of communication are still valued, and Horizon remains a vital link between members of the community and organisations. These forms of communication are dependent on people using and contributing to them and it is in the interest of us all to use them to the full.
Achievements since the original plan in 2008
The Landford Community Information website has been developed. http://landfordnews2.wordpress.com The Parish Council website has been expanded. www.landfordparishcouncil.org.UK Newcomers to the village now receive a Welcome Pack from an organised distribution network. The parish magazine, Horizon, now has a wider circulation and broader content, keeping villagers informed of community activities. A thriving annual village directory has been established which is distributed to every household in Landford, Nomansland and Hamptworth.
Our Aims
1. Maintain and improve the quality of communication within the community.
2. Improve internet and communication by increased broadband speed.
AIM ACTION BY WHOM? TARGET TIMESCALE What we can do as individuals Take an active role in reading newsletters, notices, 1 receiving Horizon and signing up for alerts from the Individuals Ongoing community website
1 Use these media when communicating events or Individuals Ongoing for advertising What we plan to do as a village 2 Press for installation of super-fast broadband. LCP Within 1 year What we are asking others to do Gt Western 2 Install super-fast broadband Broadband/BT 1 – 3 years Openreach
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8. Support
The original Plan particularly highlighted the need for an improvement in child care facilities in the area. The most recent consultations have not identified this as a major issue. Since the original Plan, there have been a number of Government and self-help initiatives which have addressed the concerns.
The LINK scheme, which provides transport for those in need, was also identified. This continues to be well supported and used.
Achievements since the original plan in 2008
New mother and toddler groups have been formed. After school clubs have been set up and are very active. Self-funding mother and toddler group meetings have been set up for the holiday periods. The LINK scheme continues to be well supported and used.
Our Aims
1. Maintain and improve existing facilities/groups.
2. Encourage anyone who wants to set up another group.
AIM ACTION BY WHOM? TARGET TIMESCALE
What we can do as individuals
1 Volunteer for relevant groups Individuals Ongoing
2 Initiate new groups where there is a perceived need Individuals Ongoing
What we plan to do as a village
1 Support and encourage existing and new groups LCP Ongoing
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9. Public Services
The original consultation showed a general satisfaction with the services available in the community, considering the size and situation of the village. Some changes have taken place since then but the situation overall has not greatly altered. It is a disappointment that the First Responders scheme has collapsed due to poor support from the authorities and unrealistic demands made on the volunteers. There was a regular attendance by Police Support Officers at the monthly Coffee Café at the Methodist Hall, and this was much appreciated. Changes to shift patterns have meant that this was less regular than previously, but recently attendance has improved. Positive developments have been the very successful amalgamation of the two schools to form the New Forest School and the extension to opening hours at Whiteparish Surgery.
Achievements since the original plan in 2008
Whiteparish Surgery has extended opening hours, including Saturday The First Responders Group was established, but has now been abandoned due to lack of support from authorities. The Neighbourhood Watch system has been reinvigorated. A Police Support Officer attends the monthly Coffee Café (which was set up following the last Plan). The two primary schools have been amalgamated.
Our Aims 1. Maintain and improve the public services within the community.
2. Maintain and increase the profile of the police within the community.
AIM ACTION BY WHOM? TARGET TIMESCALE What we can do as individuals
1 Ensure that local services are effectively used Individuals Ongoing
1 Join Neighbourhood Watch Individuals Ongoing
What we plan to do as a village
Press for greater police presence –at Coffee Café Wiltshire 2 Ongoing and at Community Speed Watch sessions Police
What we are asking others to do Wiltshire 2 Restore police presence to previous level Within 1 year Police
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10. Roads
Consultation for this revision clearly shows that the same concerns exist regarding this topic – traffic speed and volume, volume of HGVs and general condition of roads and pavements. New Road, Glebe Lane and Lyndhurst are now Community Speed Watch areas designated by Wiltshire Police. There are five police-approved Speed Watch locations and eight trained volunteers. Since the scheme was introduced in July 2011, more than 1000 hours have been worked by volunteers. Speed limits have been reduced to 30mph from the A36 junction to Beech Grange. In terms of roads and pavements, little has been done to improve the overall condition, potholes being a particular issue.
Achievements since the original plan in 2008
Reduced speed limits have been introduced in much of the village. Dropped kerbs have been installed at the junctions of Forest Road with the ‘three Drives’. A Speed Watch scheme was introduced and is operating successfully with a growing number of volunteers involved. A Lorry Watch scheme was introduced but is not currently active due to lack of support from the authorities. All pavements in Beech Grange have been resurfaced. Traffic signage at Glebe Lane junction with the A36 was removed to discourage commercial traffic, as a result of community pressure.
Our Aims
1. Control of traffic speed.
2. Enforce restriction of heavy goods vehicles to access only. 3. Reduction of traffic using Glebe Lane as a short cut.
4. Improvement in safety at road junctions with A36.
5. Extension of pavements in Lyndhurst Road and New Road to ensure pedestrian safety.
6. Obstruction free access to pavements for pushchairs and wheelchairs.
7. Maintenance of roads, pavements and control of encroaching vegetation.
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10. Roads
TARGET AIM ACTION BY WHOM? TIME SCALE
What we can do as individuals
Observe speed limits – this will keep following 1 Individuals Ongoing traffic within the limit
1 Volunteer for Speed Watch Individuals Ongoing
Keep hedges cut back to property boundary to 6 Individuals Ongoing avoid encroaching on pavements Monitor condition of roads and pavements and 7 Individuals Ongoing advise Wiltshire Council Park fully on the driveway or safely on the road, to 6 Individuals Ongoing avoid obstructing pavements
What we plan to do as a village
Urge Police Community Support Officer to reduce 6 LCP Ongoing nuisance caused by parking on pavements. 1,2, Form a group to focus on the traffic situation in the 3, LCP, Parish village overall and to continually pressurise the Ongoing 4,5 Council police, local councils and Highways England.
What we are asking others to do 1 Enforce the existing speed limits and provide more Police/ Ongoing support for Speed Watch Trading
Standards Police/ Enforce the existing 7.5 tonne HGV weight 2 Trading restrictions Ongoing Standards Parish Council, Monitor condition of roads and pavements and 7 Parish Ongoing advise Wiltshire Council Steward Carry out timely repairs to roads, pavements and Wiltshire 7 verges, including cutting back trees and hedges to Ongoing Council maintain width of roads and pavements
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11. Environment
Landford is still a rural village with a strong agricultural heritage. Residents’ comments reflect a desire to protect what is felt to be a small, friendly community. There is a strong wish to avoid urbanisation, such as street lighting and general street clutter. Many residents felt that an important benefit of living in Landford was the amount of open green space available on their doorsteps, i.e. Maybush Copse and the Recreation Ground. Landford also benefits enormously from being within the environs of the NFNP which is recognised as an area of vital conservation importance. http://www.newforestnpa.gov.uk Landford Bog is an example of an internationally important habitat of lowland bog and wet heath. Langley Wood is a National Nature Reserve which is famous for its wide range of ancient woodland. Village residents have taken an active part in preserving and maintaining the Bog and an ongoing plan has been developed in concert with Wiltshire Wildlife Trust (WWT) for further work.
Achievements since the original plan in 2008
Landford Environment Conservation Group (LECG) was formed. LECG carried out huge amounts of work on Landford Bog under the guidance of WWT and on Maybush Copse (now the responsibility of LPC) with guidance from New Forest National Park Land Advisory Service. A multi parish initiative, the Blackwater Conservation Group, was started with the primary aim of removing Himalayan Balsam, a serious non-native invasive species, from the banks of the river. Volunteers from Landford have made a major contribution to the work. With active support from the New Forest National Park Authority, the Landford Community Wildlife Plan has been written and published.
Our Aims
1. To have hedges and verges cut at the correct time of year.
2. To have ditches maintained. 3. To encourage owners to clear up after their dogs.
4. To publicise and support the volunteer work of the Landford Environment
Conservation Group. 5. To support Parish and Wiltshire Councils in reducing light pollution.
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11. Environment
TARGET AIM ACTION BY WHOM? TIMESCALE
What we can do as individuals
Report un-maintained ditches to Parish Steward 2 via Parish Clerk. Individuals Ongoing Email:[email protected] Individuals/ Trim hedges and grass verges at appropriate 1 Wiltshire Ongoing times of the year. Council 2 Reinstate and maintain ditches on your property Individuals Ongoing
All dog owners to clear up after their dogs, 3 Dog owners Ongoing especially in public places and on pavements
What we plan to do as a village
Continue to volunteer and work as part of the LECG./ 4 Ongoing Landford Environment Conservation Group Volunteers
What we are asking others to do
Ensure that policy decisions restrict street Wiltshire 5 Ongoing lighting at current levels Council
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12. Waste Management
The original consultation showed a concern about litter and fly tipping and a desire for wider range of recycling facilities. Although kerbside recycling is greatly improved, litter and fly tipping remain issues.
Achievements since the original plan in 2008
Kerbside recycling facilities have been improved to include green waste,
plastic bottles and cardboard using wheelie bins.
The Environment Group formed a Litter Picking subgroup to walk the roads
and verges picking up litter.
The Parish Council installed and funded extra waste bins at the Recreational
Ground and at the crossroads with Nomansland.
Our Aims 1. To keep the village free of litter and fly tipping.
AIM ACTION BY WHOM? TARGET TIMESCALE
What we can do as individuals Report fly tipping to Wiltshire Council Telephone: 0300 456 0105 1 http://www.wiltshire.gov.uk/parkingtransportandstre Individuals Ongoing ets/roadshighwaysstreetcare/mywiltshirelogin.htm Environment Agency incident hotline Telephone: 0800 80 70 60 1 Join litter picking group Individuals Ongoing
What we are asking others to do Wiltshire Ensure authorities follow up reported incidents Ongoing 1 Council
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Acknowledgements
Landford Community Partnership was set up to facilitate the Plan recommendations. Since the formation of the Partnership many of the members have gone on to take a lead role in implementation groups which include:- Speed Watch Landford Environmental Community Group Litter Clearance Blackwater Conservation Team Village Directory Welcome Pack Coffee Café and many others.
In particular the Parish Council has been very active: installing benches around the village; helping to enforce planning requirements; overseeing the transfer of ownership of Maybush Copse; upgrading the recreation facilities as well as many other items that the village had concerns over.
The Landford Community Plan has been updated by the Landford Community Plan Steering Group:-John Bonney, Keith Cameron, Geoff Chase, John Fairhurst, Gary Hedges, Jon Hurst, David Lumby, Ken Parker,
The Steering Group wish to thank those residents who contributed valuable information to our initial survey and consultation events, which helped so much with the formulation of the questionnaire. The Parish Council, Landford Community Partnership, Mike Craddock for proof reading documents, Joy Smith and Anne Hall, Simon and Jackie at the former Post Office and Jim and Maggie at the Village Store and all other local organisations for their help and assistance. Also our thanks to all those residents and organisations that completed questionnaires, as without their contribution, the Landford Community Plan could not have been updated.
The next five years will bring many new challenges for our village community and it is envisaged that this updated plan, containing the ongoing wishes of the village, will help towards the community's protection and development.
Finally as co-chairmen we would like to thank all members of the Steering Group for their time and dedication given over the last year in updating and creating this latest version of our Community Plan.
Jon Hurst and Ken Parker Chairmen, Landford Community Plan Steering Group.
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