David McKenzie has recently resigned from the Parish Council as he is moving from Riding Mill.  Councillors would like to record their thanks to David. He as served on the Parish Council for over 8 years and has led on many initiatives. His advice on fundraising has been particularly valued with his efforts helping secure a number of new pieces of equipment for the play park.  He has also helped promote activities for children in the village, championing their needs. We wish him well in his new home.

This means we now have a vacancy and, in accordance with the legislation, please see the notice below.

 

NOTICE OF VACANCY IN OFFICE OF A COUNCILLOR

PARISH OF BROOMHAUGH & RIDING

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN

Pursuant to section 87(2) of the Local Government Act 1972, that David McKenzie formerly a Member of the above-named Parish Council, has ceased to be a Member of the Parish Council, and that a vacancy now exists in the office of Councillor for the Parish.

If, within 14 days (*) after the date of this notice (i.e. no later than 6th August 2024), a request for an election to fill the vacancy is made to The Returning Officer, Elections Office, Northumberland County Council, County Hall, Morpeth, NE61 2EF by TEN electors for the Parish (Ward), an election will be held to fill the vacancy, otherwise the vacancy will be filled by co-option.

Dated: 17^th July 2024

Name of Parish Clerk: Catherine Harrison

Clerk to Broomhaugh & Riding Parish Council

 

 

(*) In computing any period of time for this purpose, a Saturday or Sunday, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, Good Friday or a bank holiday or day appointed for public thanksgiving or mourning must be disregarded.

 

The Parish Council will next meet on Monday 15th July at 7.45 pm in Church Cottage, Church Lane.

County Councillor Anne Dale will be available to answer questions from the public from 7.15 pm and questions may be put to the Parish Council from 7.30 pm.

For a copy of the agenda, please click here.

To review a copy of the draft Minutes from the meeting held on 10th June 2024, please click here.

The Parish Council will next meet on Monday 10th June at 7.45 pm in Church Cottage, Church Lane.

County Councillor Anne Dale will be available to answer questions from the public from 7.15 pm and questions may be put to the Parish Council from 7.30 pm.

For a copy of the agenda, please click here.

To review a copy of the draft Minutes from the meeting held on 13th May 2024, please click here.

Balsam Bashing – Wednesday 19th June

Himalayan balsam is an invasive non-native species which dominates riverbanks, reduces biodiversity and worsens erosion.

Tyne Rivers Trust would love to work with local residents to clear the Himalayan balsam along the Riding Mill burns. This is really easy to do as the plants has such short roots and it’s a great way to spend a few hours outside, improving habitats and meeting other local residents.

Tyne Rivers Trust is the only environmental charity dedicated to improving the River Tyne and its tributaries. The work that we do is vital to tackle the effects of climate change and support the wildlife and landscape of the Tyne rivers. We want a better river, a better region and a better life for all. Volunteering is a great way to spend time outdoors, meet new people and is vital to help us improve habitat and make the river a better place to be.

Join us on Wednesday 19^th June to learn about this alien invader and spend a couple of hours pulling it out.   We’ll meet at 10 am in the Old Playground, Church Lane.

 

The Parish Council will next meet on Monday 13th May at 7.45 pm in Church Cottage, Church Lane.

Unfortunately, County Councillor Anne Dale will be unable to attend the meeting but any questions will be forwarded to her and she will respond via email.  Questions from the public may be put to the Parish Council from 7.30 pm.

For a copy of the agenda, please click here.

To review a copy of the draft Minutes from the meeting held on 8th April 2024, please click here.

Stephen Lightley has recently moved from Riding Mill and has therefore resigned from the Parish Council.  We would like to record our thanks to Stephen for his hard work and commitment. He took an active role in preparing sections of the Neighbourhood Plan and has overseen the accounts during his time on the Council.

This means we now have a vacancy and, in accordance with the legislation, please see the notice below.

 

NOTICE OF VACANCY IN OFFICE OF A COUNCILLOR

PARISH OF BROOMHAUGH & RIDING

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN

Pursuant to section 87(2) of the Local Government Act 1972, that Stephen Lightley formerly a Member of the above-named Parish Council, has ceased to be a Member of the Parish Council, and that a vacancy now exists in the office of Councillor for the Parish.

If, within 14 days (*) after the date of this notice (i.e. no later than 28^th May 2024), a request for an election to fill the vacancy is made to The Returning Officer, Elections Office, Northumberland County Council, County Hall, Morpeth, NE61 2EF by TEN electors for the Parish (Ward), an election will be held to fill the vacancy, otherwise the vacancy will be filled by co-option.

Dated: 7^th May 2024

Name of Parish Clerk: Catherine Harrison

Clerk to Broomhaugh & Riding Parish Council

 

 

(*) In computing any period of time for this purpose, a Saturday or Sunday, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, Good Friday or a bank holiday or day appointed for public thanksgiving or mourning must be disregarded.

 

 

BROOMHAUGH & RIDING PARISH COUNCIL

ANNUAL PARISH MEETING

 

To be held on Thursday 16^th May at 7.00 pm in the

Parish Hall, Millfield Road

 

ALL WELCOME

GUEST SPEAKER:

David Taylor-Gooby,

Volunteer Speaker, The Woodland Trust

Discussing ways to take forward the Natural Environment

Community Actions identified in the Neighbourhood Plan 

    AGENDA

1. Welcome and apologies
2. Guest Speaker
3. Minutes of 2023 meeting
4. Report from Broomhaugh C of E First School
5. Report from the Village Hall Trust
6. Report from St James’s Church
7. Report from County Councillor Anne Dale
8. Report from the Parish Council – Christine Howe, Chair
9. Parish Council – Draft Financial Statement – for information only
10. Any other business

 

Cllr. Christine Howe, Chair of Broomhaugh & Riding Parish Council