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NEWS LETTERS

DECEMBER 2017

Volume 5 Number 10

HOUSING DEVELOPMENT ADJACENT TO BURLINGTON SCHOOL

Some thirty people attended the Public Meeting on Saturday 11th November to hear a presentation from representatives of Brookhouse Group from Sale in Cheshire. Questions as to the type and size of the houses to be built were asked including those of a more specific nature such as as to the use of local stone. Enquiries regarding the number of Affordable and Social Houses were also asked with probably nineteen of the fifty being in these categories. The detailed planning application is be submitted to SLDC before Christmas with the start of construction being early summer 2018. It is thought, at this time, that the development will be in two phases and not four as originally thought. Once the plans have been put forward Parishioners will be able to comment upon their appropriateness before any decisions are made. The Parish Council will, in the light of the information received, be making a detailed response at the appropriate time.

If you, or you know of someone. who would like to be considered for an affordable home or require further information please contact the Affordable Housing Officer at SLDC as soon as possible. Tel: 01539 793 377 or Holker Estates. Detailed information leaflets regarding Affordable Homes and Help to Buy are available from Moorland Stores and the Post Office.

FLOODING

Mr. J. Woodcock MP is to hold a PUBLIC MEETING on Thursday 30th November in the Coronation Hall, Ulverston at 7.00 p.m. to discuss the flooding in the Furness Peninsular. If you or your neighbours have been affected by recent floods please make every effort to attend and let Mr. Woodcock know of your concerns.

Exploratory work is to be carried out to investigate the problem in Watery Lane.

GRASS VERGES

The driver of the vehicle who caused the considerable damage to the grass verge near Combe Crescent has been tracked down and the company he works for has made some repairs to the affected area. It is hoped that a complete restoration will be done shortly.

If you notice a vehicle causing damage to any of the verges maintained by the Parish Council please inform your local Councillor of the fact. Try to include the registration number and if applicable, the name of the company. Action will be taken to attempt to have the damage repaired by the perpetrator.

PLANNING

The following has been received:

SLDC 7/2017/5681 ・ School House, Grizebeck, Kirkby-in-Furness

OTHER MATTERS

	If you are a designated Neighbourhood Watch Co-ordinator within the Parish please contact Cllr. Morrish on 889 780 as soon as convenient. Cllr. Morrish is the new Council representative and needs the information to re-organise the group.
	The Give Way sign and road markings at Buckhorn Lane are to be renewed as soon as possible.
	County Councillor Brereton is investigating the condition of the footpath between Sandside and Herschell Terrace.
	The problems of speeding traffic from Soutergate to Chapels is being reported once again to the relevant authorities.
	The renewal of Kirkby Windfarm planning meeting has been put back until 5th December and will be held in the Coronation Hall, Ulverston.
	The footpath from Soutergate to Beckside is a cause of concern due to erosion caused by the stream. Efforts are being made to identify who is responsible to repair the damage. In the meantime please take care when walking along the path especially where the the trouble is occurring.

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NOVEMBER 2017

Volume 5 Number 9

HOUSING DEVELOPMENT ADJACENT TO BURLINGTON SCHOOL

Holker Estates in partnership with Brookhouse Group from Sale in Cheshire are proposing to develop the land to the side of the School. Their intention is to build an estate of some fifty dwellings on the site from the main road to approximately the position of the electricity pylon. The houses are planned to be of mixed design and size ranging from four bedroom detached to two bed room bungalows. Up to eighteen of them will be ・Affordable・ with the possibility of a local occupancy rule placed upon them. The plans are to be submitted to SLDC later this year but any comments at the moment can be made to Brookhouse Group at mailto:consultation@brookhousegroup.co.uk

Once the plans have been put forward Parishioners will still be able to comment upon their appropriateness before any decisions are made.

If you, or you know of someone. who would like to be considered for an affordable home or require further information please contact the Affordable Housing Officer at SLDC as soon as possible. Tel: 01539 793 377.

PUBLIC MEETING

A PUBLIC MEETING organised by the Parish Council is to be held on Saturday 11th November in the Community Centre starting at 10.00 a.m. to hear the views of the Community with regard to the proposed housing development. Please come along and let Councillors know your views on this development so that everyone's opinion can be put forward once the development reaches the planning stages.

FLOODING

The recent flooding in Marshside and Marshgarth has been reported to the various authorities and a number of officials have visited the area with a hope of improvements being made. District Councillor Curwen and County Councillor Brereton have a number of plans that they hope to put in place that will prevent such flooding occurring again. The Parish Council is to organise a meeting with the South Cumbria Rivers Trust and residents of Grizebeck who also suffered from an ingress of water. The Footpath and Cycleways Group are arranging for work to be carried out in Watery Lane to try to alleviate the problems there.

Due to the quick action of some local residents there were no reports of flooding in Soutergate.

STREET LIGHT MAINTENANCE

The Council has organised for Cumbria Highways to maintain the street lights belonging to the community. This will come at some cost but should ensure that the lights are maintained correctly and repaired quickly.

GRASS VERGES

The Police are investigating the considerable damage caused to the grass verge near Combe Crescent. The driver of the vehicle is being sought and it is hoped that there will be restitution as soon as possible.

The damage caused further along School Road has been repaired by the company whose vehicle was responsible.

PLANNING

The following have been received:

SL/2017/0722 Barn at Nuttery Cottage, Sandside.

SL/2017/0687 Kirkby Windfarm.

SL/2017/0635 Land at Head Cragg.

SL/2017/9012 Kirkby Slate Quarry – Consultation on Minerals.

SL/2017/5432 Change from holiday to residential use.

SL/2017/5429 Ashlack Hall use of building as a local needs dwelling.

OTHER MATTERS

	Mr. G. Grieve has been co-opted onto the Council.
	Parking in Soutergate is once more proving to be a problem. The Council will have to seriously consider requesting yellow lines if the situation does not improve.
	Speed monitoring is being requested along the A595 at Marshside and School Road.
	District Councillor Curwen is seeking the removal of the bridlepath status of the route from Chapels to Moss Houses.
	The Police have reported a number of incidents some vehicular and others domestic.

CGP PARISH TRUST FUND

The latest grants awarded in September were:

a) Kirkby United F. C. - £1,700.00 towards the costs of two portable goal posts and nets.

b) Kirkby Ireleth PCC - £500.00 for the cost of the 2016 Caller

c) Kirkby Ireleth PCC - £225.00 for the cost of printing the 2017 Calendar

d) Kirkby Cricket Club - £1,000.00 for maintenance to mowers.

For application forms for grants to Parish organisations or individuals please contact:

Mr. M. McPherson, 1, Combe Crescent Tel: 889 382

or see the Kirkby web site http://kirkby-in-furness.org/

NEWS LETTER SEPTEMBER 2017

Volume 5 Number 8

AFFORDABLE HOMES

Do you or do you know of any Kirkby residents who would like to see affordable houses built within the Parish? If so please inform any Parish Councillor as soon as possible as a group of residents needs to be formed. The Parish Council has been told that it cannot form such a group. It has to be the local people. Without such a group it is quite possible that any future development will not contain any affordable homes at all. The Parish Plan identified a great need for this type of house but in order to progress this project volunteers will need to come forward.

PARKING

Residents have been voicing their concerns about vehicles being parked on grass verges and pavements. This is happening throughout the Parish but is concentrated near to Four Lane Ends. The Council pays for the grass verges to be maintained and hopes that all residents appreciate their appearance. A short while ago a company whose lorry parked on and damaged one of the verges was required to pay ・・150.00 to have it repaired. If you witness any such incident please let the Council know and action will be taken against the perpetrator. As regards pavement parking those with children in push chairs and other pedestrians are having to walk onto the road. This is putting them into danger. Please park with consideration for others.

COUNCIL VACANCY

A resident has put forward their name to be co-opted on to the Council.

PLANNING

One planning matter was discussed:

SL/2017/0606 – Yew Tree Cottage, Sandside

A number of further conditions concerning the extension to the Quarries have been received.

The full details of the extension to the Kirkby Windfarm are available from Mrs. Field, the Parish Clerk.

STREET LIGHT MAINTENANCE

The Council is seeking an electrician to maintain the street lights that it owns. If you, or if you know of any one who may be interested in this position, please contact the Parish Clerk.

OTHER MATTERS

	Further concerns regarding the Willow Establishment are to be forwarded to the Environmental Health at SLDC.
	District Councillor Curwen is "keeping his eye on" the repairs to the banks of Soutergate Beck.
	Information is being sought regarding the green lane from Chapels to Haverigg Lane.
	The tree at Four Lane Ends and the one at Wallend have been reduced in size.
	It is hoped to provide a sign indicating the position of Grizebeck Community Hall.
	The footpath from Grizebeck to Chapels should be cut out in early September.
	The Police reported of three incidents during the past month.

DATES OF PARISH COUNCIL MEETINGS

2017

October 19th Methodist Chapel Marshside

November 16th Village Hall, Beckside

December 21st Grizebeck Community Hall

2018

January 18th Village Hall, Beckside

February 15th Methodist Chapel Marshside

March 15th Grizebeck Community Hall

April 19th Methodist Chapel Marshside

May 17th Village Hall, Beckside (Annual Meeting)

June 21st Methodist Chapel Marshside

July 19th Village Hall, Beckside

August 16th Grizebeck Community Hall

NEWS LETTER AUGUST 2017

Volume 5 Number 7

KIRKBY WINDFARM

The Parish Council is writing to SLDC planning department stating its opposition to the prosed renewal of the Windfarm on Kirkby Moor. It is of the opinion that as the original planning application was for twenty five years then this should be adhered to and all traces of the structures should be removed and the moor reinstated to its previous condition.

AFFORDABLE HOMES

Once again it has been stressed to the Council that if any residents want to have Affordable Homes built within the Parish then a group of those residents will have to be formed. The Parish Council has been told that it cannot form such a group. It has to be the local people. Further information regarding this is available from the Parish Clerk.

CHAPELS

The continuing problem of “milky water” flowing down the stream is being carefully monitored. Employees of the Quarry have been to assess the situation. Plans are being put in place to try to solve this, possibly by creating a lagoon. It is hoped then that the solids will settle out before entering the water course.

PLANNING

Three planning matters were discussed:

SL/2017/0481 – Incline Foot – amended plan

SL/2017?5452 – Heathwaite Farm, Grizebeck – erection of implement store building.

SL/2017/5429 – Ashack Hall, Grizebeck – change of use from holiday let to full residential cottage.

Further details of the expansion of the Quarries have been received. If you would like further information or have queries regarding it please contact Cllr. Todd.

The Council has written objecting to the further development of a Willow Farm at Grizebeck.

COUNCIL VACANCY

There is still a vacancy due to the resignation of Cllr. Cragg. If you would like to become a Councillor please contact Mrs. Field as soon as possible.

KIRKBY STATION PARKING

Efforts are being made to provide off street parking at the station. The Council is adding its support to other areas in order to encourage Rail Track to release some land for car parking.

OTHER MATTERS

	The Environment Agency are shoring up the banks of Soutergate Beck.
	The water supply at Bailiff Ground is to be tested by the Environment Agency.
	The Police reported that there has been one minor incident within the Parish of late.
	New Wallend signs have been put in place.
	District Councillor Curwen is to contact the Highways Authority concerning the poor standard of hedge and verge cutting by their contractor.
	Some local residents are concerned that members of the public, both adults and children, have been accessing their private land.

CRIME PREVENTION

Some tips from the Police on keeping your home safe:

	Lock doors and windows before you go out
	Remove keys from locks and keep out of reach of windows and doors.
	Ensure side gates and sheds are locked.
	Keep gifts, cash and valuables safe.
	Ensure your house is secure, preventing someone entering when you are busy elsewhere in the house or garden.
	Make sure callers to your home are genuine, always ask for ID.

NEWS LETTER JUNE 2017

Volume 5 Number 6

ANNUAL PARISH MEETING

The Annual Parish meeting took place on Thursday 18th May in The Village Hall, Beckside. A number of Parishioners attended to hear reports from the following organisations:

Kirkby Bowling Club, Kirkby United Football Club, Kirkby Tennis Club, The Community Centre, Beckside Ladies' Supper Club, The History of Kirkby Group, The Footpath and Cycleways Group, and JAM (formerly The Tuesday Club). A report was given from the Kirkby Charities Trustees who had distributed ・・930.00 from the Ecclesiastical Charity, ・・760.00 from the Education Charity and ・・4,515.00 from the Relief in Need Charity during the year. A further report from the CGP Trust Fund stated that ・・9,136.42 had been awarded in grants to local organisations and that ・・3,282.92 had been allocated by the Trustees for the benefit of the whole Community.

NATIONAL GRID'S PROPOSED PYLONS

Because of the problems being experienced by NUGEN due to the financial situation caused by Toshiba's problems Mr. Powell the Project Manager of the North West Coastal Connections, has stated that there will be a ・gpause・h of the project by NG until things become clearer.

WATERY LANE

A group of local residents, land owners and interested individuals is to be formed to look into the problems of water flowing down the Lane. There will also be representatives from the Parish Council, SLDC and Holker Estates. If you would like to join this group please contact the Parish Clerk or any Councillor.

AFFORDABLE HOMES

cannot form such a group. It has to be the local people. Further information regarding this is available from the Parish Clerk.

PLANNING

Two planning matters were discussed:

SL/2017/0309 – Bell Hall Cottage, Soutergate.

SL/2017/0407 ・ West View, Sandside ・ change of use of building to caf・.

Further information regarding the establishment of a Willow Farm was received.

COUNCIL VACANCY

Mr. I. Whinstanley has been co-opted onto the Council as from the 18th May 2017. He has taken up the position left vacant by the resignation of Cllr. Hodge.

There is still a vacancy due to the resignation of Cllr. Cragg. If you would like to become a Councillor please contact Mrs. Field as soon as possible.

OTHER MATTERS

	Cllr. McPherson has been elected Chairman of the Parish Council with Cllr. Jackson the Vice Chairman.
	The Council is continuing to pursue a maintenance agreement for the street lights.
	The History of Kirkby Group's plaque depicting the hills from Wallend is being put in place. There will be a new seat provided as well.
	Soutergate Bridge is being monitored for undue wear. There is concern heavy lorries are causing deterioration to the girders holding it up. If repairs are required then it may mean another road closure.
	SLDC are to be thanked for cutting the grass and general maintenance of the Burlington Close areas.
	The Highways Authority is being asked to lengthen the yellow zig zag lines out side of Burlington School. Apparently a number of cars are being parked near to the entrance of the school and vehicles are not able to pass safely by the traffic island. There are reports of lorries crossing over to the other side of the road as they are unable to navigate on the correct side. All parents of the school should have had a message from Mrs. Powell, the Head teacher, concerning this matter.

NEWS LETTER MAY 2017

Volume 5 Number 5

NOTES OF THE PARISH COUNCIL MEETING

APRIL 2017

NATIONAL GRID'S PROPOSED PYLONS

The Parish Council is continuing to monitor the situation and representatives are attending monthly meetings with other Parish Councils from the area. The situation regarding the construction of the nuclear power station at Moorside has been in the National press of late due to the problems faced by Toshiba one of the project's partners. Mr. Powell, the project manager for National Grid North West Coastal Connections, has been invited to talk to Council representatives in the near future.

Watery Lane

Hopefully the work carried out by United Utilities has cleared up the problem of surface water running down the lane. One of the difficulties facing the Parish Council regarding this matter is that there is no obvious owner. Cumbria County Council says that as they do not own it is nor is it their responsibility. A possible solution to the problem may be the formation of "an interested group" comprising residents local to the lane and representatives of the various bodies i.e. Parish Council, United Utilities and the Footpath Group. An attempt is to be made to form such an organisation.

Affordable Homes

The Parish Council has decided that it has taken the provision of affordable homes within the Parish as far as it is able. All of the information now being made available suggests that it is the local people, not the Council, that has to take responsibility for this matter. If the local community wants to have a say in the provision of these homes it must have a group organised speaking on behalf of those who would like to see the building of these units. It has been emphasised that if the local community do not take an interest in this matter then the type of homes to be planned in the two areas of development will go ahead without any local input at all. The Parish Council can help in the organisation of a group. Please contact Mrs. Field, the Clerk, for further information.

Planning

Three planning matters were discussed:

SL/2017/076 – 1, Chapels Row, Kirkby-in-Furness

SL/2017/0308 – Stone Arthur, School Road, Kirkby-in-Furness

SL/2017/0126 – The Farmhouse, Head Cragg, Kirkby-in-Furness

Information regarding a proposed dwelling adjacent to Head Cragg was presented to the Council by a Parishioner.

Council Vacancy

Cllr. M. Cragg has tendered her resignation from the Council with effect from 10th April 2017. The Council would like to thank her for her work and support and wish her well for the future.

If you would like to fill this vacancy by becoming a Councillor please contact Mrs. Field as soon as possible.

Community Centre

Mr. R. Rushton made a presentation to the Council concerning the revised plans for the remodelling of the Community Centre. Unfortunately the previous scheme costing in the region of £500,000 would now be impracticable due to the decrease in grants available for such projects. The revised scheme would take place in two manageable phases and provide the Community with facility for the sporting groups as well as other leisure activities. The revised plans will be on show at the forthcoming Gala.

Other Matters

	The Council is continuing to pursue a maintenance agreement for the street lights.
	Now that the grass verges are being cut it is being found that dogs have been fouling these verges. Please, if you own a dog, clear up after it and deposit your plastic bag in one of the bins provided or take it home with you.
	Soutergate Bridge is to be have some maintenance work done on it in the not too distant future. This may result in another closure of the A595.
	A suggestion that the footpath from Soutergate to Beckside be changed into a bridle way is to be referred to the County Council.

NEWS LETTER MARCH 2017

Volume 5 Number 3

NOTES OF THE PARISH COUNCIL MEETING

MARCH 2017

NATIONAL GRID'S PROPOSED PYLONS

The Parish Council is continuing to monitor the situation and has sent a letter to OFGEM stating the case for Kirkby Ireleth to be consulted at all levels of the project. National Grid has been sending out letters to the individuals and organisations who responded to the consultation. If you have not received yours you can contact National Grid on Tel: 08008 766 990 to ask why you have not been sent one. It is a good way of confirming that they have received your response and are considering its contents. A proposal to canvas National Grid's Annual General Meeting is to be considered. It takes place in Birmingham in late July.

A595 ROAD CLOSURE

Please be aware the the A595 is to be closed for a period of up to ten days due to extensive repairs to buildings at Dove Ford. Alternative routes will be signposted. A one way system may be put in operation on the road from Beanthwaite down to Chaples. This work which was originally intended for January has to be completed by the middle of March. Further details will be provided in the local press.

GRASS VERGES

Unfortunately Mr. Robert Cooper is no longer able to cut the grass verges from Soutergate to Dove Bank. If you would like to be considered for this work please contact the Clerk, Mrs. Field, Tel: 889906 or by email kirkbyparishcouncil@outlook.com as soon as possible. A machine is provided and insurance cover is included. A substantial honorarium is paid three times a year. If the Council is unable to find any one willing to take on this task then the fine grass verges we have at the moment will only be cut twice a year by the Highways Authority.

The Council would like to thank Mr. Cooper for his work in providing the Parish with some of the finest verges in the area.

AFFORDABLE HOMES

If you would like to be considered for renting or buying the proposed Affordable Houses to be constructed within the Parish at either Four Lane Ends or adjacent to the school please register your interest on the Cumbria website under Cumbria Choice. The Council have been informed that up to 14 of these dwellings will be constructed once the two areas are developed.

PLANNING

Two planning matters were discussed:

SL/2017/0034 – Land at the Grange, Bailiff Ground

SL/2017/0071 – Barn at Head Cragg

Information regarding the planting of willow as a commercial crop on land adjacent to Beanthwaite was also discussed. The Council expressed concerns over this matter and is to seek further clarification.

OTHER MATTERS

	The Council is liaising with the various authorities regarding the flooding caused by the outflow of water down Watery Lane.
	The flow of water down the beck in Chapels is to be monitored for impurities.
	Mr. R. Morrish has been co-opted onto the Council in the place of Mr. K. Wilkinson as a representative of the Low Quarter Ward.
	The History of Kirkby Group are to erect a plaque depicting the mountains as viewed from Wallend. This will be placed in front of the seat at Wallend. A new replacement seat is also to be provided.
	The Environment Agency is in the process of inspecting Soutergate Beck and the erosion that is taking place in Beck Fields.
	The litter pick being organised by District Councillor Curwen on the A595 at Muirlands is to go ahead as soon as possible.
	The A595 Action Group held a successful Public Meeting at Grizebeck Hall on Saturday 18th February. Some thirty people attended. A new group has been formed to progress the provision of a bus shelter on School Road. It is hoped that the Council and this group will work together to solve the impasse.

NEWS LETTER FEBRUARY 2017

Volume 5 Number 2

NOTES OF THE PARISH COUNCIL MEETING

February 2017

NATIONAL GRID'S PROPOSED PYLONS

The Parish Council would like to thank on behalf of the whole community those parishioners who worked so hard to encourage people to respond to the consultation. It is reported that 3,000 responses were received a week before the deadline and another 5,000 before the closing date. National Grid have ensured the Council that every one of them will be read by a person and not merely scanned through a machine. They also say that every question asked and comment made will be considered and replied to in the next round of the planning process. Furthermore every response will be made available to view on their website in due time. All names will be redacted. In the meantime if you wish to view a number of the responses including those by the Parish Council, Kirkby Support Group and Power without Pylons, they are available on the Kirkby website www.kirkby-in-furness.org

Parish Clerk

The Council welcomed Ms Alison Field as the new Parish Clerk. You can contact her on telephone number 889906 or by email kirkbyparishcouncil@outlook.com for any Council matter.

Planning

There were no planning applications to discuss. However, concern was expressed about an unauthorised development within the Lake District National Park part of the Parish.

Council Vacancy

There is a vacancy on the Council due to the retirement of Mr. Wilkinson. If you would like to join the Council please contact the Clerk, Mrs. Field, as soon as possible.

Other Matters

	The Council has decided not to request that Cumbria County Council introduce a width restriction on the A595.
	A new seat has been provided by Mrs. Cragg in memory of her husband Cllr. Ian Cragg adjacent to the bus stop at Marshside.
	The Environment Agency is in the process of inspecting Soutergate Beck and the erosion that is taking place in Beck Fields.
	Concerns regarding the condition of some waterways coming down through Chapels are being investigated.
	The Footpath and Cycleways Group have access to some 50 trees to plant in the Parish. If you have any suggestions as to where some of these could be situated please contact any member of the group.
	A contractor is being sought who would repair and maintain the Council owned street lights.
	A litter pick is to be organised by District Councillor Curwen on the A595 at Muirlands.
	A number of accidents have been reported on the A5902 both before and after Grizebeck.
	Repairs to the driveway at Grizebeck Village Hall are to be carried out soon and a sound improvement system is to be introduced.
	A plaque depicting the position of the mountains surrounding the Duddon Estuary is to be installed at Wallend. It is being organised by the History of Kirkby Group.
	The A595 Action Group Annual Meeting is on Saturday 18th Feb 2017, Grizebeck Village Hall.

NEWS LETTER JANUARY 2017

Volume 5 Number 1

NOTES OF THE PARISH COUNCIL MEETING

December 2016

NATIONAL GRID'S PROPOSED PYLONS

Following the Consultation days at Grizebeck and Burlington School, and having listened to Parishioners at the various meetings, the Parish Council has formulated its response to be sent to National Grid. For information this can be found on the first page of the Kirkby web site:

http://kirkby-in-furness.org/

If you would prefer a hard copy please contact any Councillor.

Every one is urged to respond by 6th January either by letter to

FREEPOST, National Grid NWCC

or email at:

nationalgrid@northwestcoastconnections.com

It is imperative that as many people as possible respond. Please encourage neighbours, friends and relatives to do the same. Remember it is only PEOPLE POWER that can change National Grid's proposals.

Not sure what to write? At the following web page there is an example for you to use. Just add your name to it and send it off. National Grid are now accepting the same letter from individuals and counting them as different responses!

http://www.powerwithoutpylons.org.uk/easy-way-respond-national-grid-consultation/

John Woodcock and other supporters are organising a walk on New Years Day to help publicise the campaign. It will begin in two places ・ Askam beach and Broughton square ・ and meet near the cottages by Kirkby railway station. Those joining the Askam contingent should meet on the car park at the bottom of Duddon Road at 9.30am and people starting from Broughton are asked to assemble in the square at the same time. It is envisaged that the two groups will join together in Kirkby at around 11am for a short meeting. Please be advised that parts of the route will cross very boggy terrain, so robust footwear and appropriate clothing are a must. Anyone requiring more details should call 0797 407 8814.

Parish Clerk

Cllr. McPherson thanked the retiring Clerk, Mr. Morrish, for his ten years of service to the Council and the Parish. It had been one of the busiest times in the history of the Parish and Mr. Morrish had carried out his duties in an exemplary way. His wealth of knowledge of procedures and the business of Councils has been invaluable in some difficult times. He had guided four Chairmen in their duties and will be sorely missed. Councillors presented him with a suitable retiring gift at the end of the meeting.

The new Parish Clerk is Mrs. A. Field. She will take up her post at the next Council meeting in January.

Bus Shelter

The Council has reiterated its preference for the shelter and bus stop to be between Burlington Close and the present stop. Unfortunately Cumbria County Council Highways will not agree to this as they want it closer to Burlington School. Councillors are concerned about the congestion that would occur at that site. Further more they think that if it was placed there children from Sandside and Beckside would have further to walk in the rain thus not getting the benefit a shelter would provide.

A595

Consideration was given to seeking a width or weight restriction on the A595 due to the increase in volume of the heavy lorries travelling along it. After some considerable discussion it has been decided to revisit the subject at a later date.

Council Vacancy

Cllr. K. Wilkinson has unfortunately decided to retire from the Council due to other commitments. The Council thanks him for his work especially with the Neighbourhood Watch Scheme and his efforts to reform the Speed Watch Group.

If you would like to become a member of the Council please contact the Chairman, Mr. McPherson, as soon as possible

Other Matters

	The suggestions made by the Affordable Homes Group regarding monies to be received by the Council from future developments was received. This money is to be used for improvements to the infrastructure of the Parish. When it becomes available decisions for its implementation will be made.. If you have any suggestions as to how this money can be used please contact any Parish Councillor.
	Mr. D. Anderson was thanked for cutting down the grass between Chaples and Kirkby Hall.
	Cllr. Saunders reported on a number of vehicles leaving the A5902 due to poor road surfacing. The problem is to be sent to the Highways Department.
	There were no planning matters.
	Mr. A. Laisby is the new Clerk to the Trustees of the Kirkby Charities.