New Planning Application – Change of use of agricultural land to a dog walking field – Land At OS Fields 6882 And 8386 York Lane Flaxton North Yorkshire

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A new planning application has been received for change of use of agricultural land to a dog walking field on land At OS Fields 6882 And 8386 York Lane, Flaxton North Yorkshire.

The field is located at the junction of York Lane and Cross Lane.

You can view the planning application via our Planning Application Page.

Re-Opening of the Blacksmiths Arms – Saturday 4th July 2020

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Announcement on behalf of Alan and “D” from the Blacksmiths

Hi all, we are reopening on 4th July:

  • Saturday 12-11pm
  • Sunday 12-8pm
  • Mon, Tues, Thurs & Fri 12-3pm & 6-11pm
  • Wed Closed

Regrettably we can only seat a maximum of 26 people indoors, so if you are planning to join us it might be wise to call us to reserve a table.

We have

  • 2 tables of six
  • 2 tables of four
  • 3 tables of two

On arrival sit yourselves down and we will serve you.

We are offering a limited menu.

Sanitiser stations are set up.

Because of NHS tracking we need to take your details.

Toilets one in one out.

Any questions please give us a call on 01904 468210.

Look forward to seeing you Alan & “D”

North Yorkshire’s Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner is asking for people to get involved in her next monthly public accountability meeting

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Areas to be covered

Public accountability meetings are broadcast live online with members of the public invited to send in their comments before or during the session.

The meeting on Tuesday 30 June, will start at 1.30pm and will focus on:

Fire: Progress against the Fire and Rescue Plan: ‘Realising our potential’ Fire and Rescue Plan – page 8

We will create an inclusive work environment and a positive, supporting culture where we provide our people with the equipment, IT, training, skills, and capacity to effectively prevent and respond to incidents.

Police: Progress against the Police and Crime Plan: ‘Reinforcing local policing’

We will equip our people with the technology, skills, capacity and personal support to prevent and tackle crime and reduce demand.

As well as watching the live broadcast, the public are also invited to ask their questions during the meetings via Twitter by including #NYscrutiny in their tweets.

Commenting on the public meetings, Julia said:

“These meetings give members of the public and staff the opportunity to understand the performance of both services and hear what they are doing to keep us safe and feeling safe. 

“I encourage everyone to join in and watch, and if you have a question, please ask it.” 

The agenda, along with presentations and reports are available on the Commissioner’s website here: https://bit.ly/PAM30June

To ask a question:

To watch the live broadcast

Sent by:

The Office of the North Yorkshire Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner

12 Granby Road, Harrogate HG1 4ST

Tel: 01423 569 562

Email:  

Vacancy for position of Flaxton Parish Council Clerk

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Flaxton Parish Council – Ryedale District

Flaxton Parish Council is an active Council that seeks a highly motivated, enthusiastic person to take on the post of Clerk to the Council and Responsible Financial Officer (RFO).

The post is part time, 3.5 hours per week. Working mainly from home, the hours of work are flexible except for attendance at meetings.

Salary will be based on the National Association of Local Councils pay scale and is dependent upon qualifications and experience.

The candidate must be IT literate, computer equipment is supplied if required. Must be able to store Council equipment and files securely at their home address and be available to attend Council meetings in the evening of the third Thursday of each month at 7:00pm. The Council is flexible and, should this be unachievable, an alternative evening could be adopted subject to availability of the Village Hall.

Duties will include acting as adviser to the Council, minute taking, and compilation of correspondence, filing, administration of the Council parts of the Parish Website, and financial accounting as the RFO for the Council.

Prior relevant experience is an advantage but training in all aspects of local government administration, leading to CiLCA qualification will be provided.

Local knowledge is an advantage as with Flaxton being a small community the majority of work is on local issues.

Starting date [ASAP] to allow for briefing, handover and transport of materials from the current acting Parish Clerk.

The application form, job specification and person specification are available from:

Flaxton Parish Council,

E-mail:

Closing date for applications 17th July 2020