Essentials Mag November 2017 Rossett

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AT A GLANCE USING MOBILES WHILE DRIVING

Six points and a £200 fine

GRESFORD TRUST Latest News

TAKEAWAY PLANS

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CHILDRENS ADVENTURE AREA At Maes y pant

PETITION TO SIGN

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I'm fed up of hearing the same old news this year; NHS being at crisis point, not enough police on our streets, local authoritys suffering budget cuts etc etc... These problems have been the same since I was a child, and it gets very frustrating when nearly 50 years later the problems are still the same.

Don't get me wrong I appreciate in an ever growing World it's a difficult job to manage effectively, but it's very wearing to hear the same things all the time and to be told things are getting worse. In an ideal world it should be simple, we all work , pay taxes and the money covers the public spending. I know that ideal world doesn't exist.

More recently the growing problem of drugs in our towns and cities has been highlighted as you have probably seen on Facebook and theDnews and the extent of the problem has shocked me. On a radio phone in some of the solutions were to set up stations for people to use officially and to give them free products (for want of a better word) to stop DEPARTS 19 MAY 2018 – 7 NIGHTS them committing crime to satisfy their needs. How did we get here I just want to know?

On a smaller scale we suffer locally too; Usual concerns are dog fouling, the site on the corner of Gresford High Street, Post Office closures, small businesses closing as bigger nationals come in, and whilst these seem small compared to the national problems, the decline of communities starts with small things like these.

Please don't let this happen and look after your local areas. Do your bit and get involved as much as you can.

More and more maintaining of local areas are coming back to communities otherwise it simply won't happen.

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For Drivers Using Mobile Phones Drivers caught using their mobile phones will face six points and a £200 fine under new legislation which came into force on the 1st March. The new penalties, announced by the Department for Transport, also mean that anyone who is caught on their phone within the first two years of driving risks have their licence revoked as a result.

Across the UK, police forces are co-ordinating week-long enforcement operations and raising awareness of the new penalties for mobile phone use behind the wheel.

North Wales Police will be actively taking part with officers from the Roads Policing Unit carrying out dedicated patrols using marked and unmarked vehicles to target those flouting the law. Inspector Dave Cust from the Roads Policing Unit said: “Using a mobile phone behind the wheel remains a serious concern to police. Along with drink driving, speeding, not wearing a seatbelt and driving carelessly, using a mobile phone behind the wheel, whether it be texting, using an app, or making a phone call is classed as one of the ‘Fatal 5’; the 5 most common causes of fatal road traffic collisions.

“These new penalties reflect the seriousness of the offence and will strengthen the deterrent against using a mobile phone behind the wheel, however, we need people to understand that this is not a minor offence that they can get away with.

“We’d also like to emphasize that if you are a new driver, and you do receive 6 points within the first two years of passing your test, then your licence would be revoked by the DVLA.

“We will continue to work with our road safety partners to make it socially unacceptable to use a mobile phone behind the wheel. It’s not just about the penalties doubling either – we also need to remind people that they risk hurting or killing an innocent person on the roads by either checking that text, uploading onto social media or taking that call. Don’t do it – and don’t let others take the risk either.”

Between 1st January and 31st December 2016, North Wales Police issued 924 TORs (Traffic Offence Reports) to drivers who were caught using their mobile phone behind the wheel. During the same period, Go Safe also issued 81 NIPs (Notice of Intended Prosecutions) to those caught using their phones whilst driving.

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For Vacant Retail Space Plans to convert vacant retail space in Gresford into a takeaway could be given the go ahead.

Members of Wrexham’s Planning Committee will next week discuss the proposal to convert the disused retail space on Chester Road, Gresford into a ‘hot food outlet’.

The plans, which were submitted to Wrexham Council in November 2016, have been recommended for approval by the Head of Environment and Planning.

In the initial application it was noted that ‘owner has been unable to attract any potential tenants to run the unit as retail use’.

As a result: “the owners of the unit have realised that with repeated tenants failing to succeed, the best alternative was to offer the unit for a different use.”

However the Gresford Community Council have objected to the proposals, which they say would be: “disproportionate given that there are already a number of food outlets in the village and is reaching saturation.”

Issues about the lack of parking outside the building and what the impact another food outlet could have on the character of the village, have also been raised.

However the Head of Environment and Planning states that he does not consider that the proposed change of use would “cause detriment to the viability and vitality of the DSC (Gresford District Shopping Centre).”

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Drug Litter

Moves to deal with issues of drug litter in areas across Wrexham will be examined by members as partners such as the Health Board, the Public Service Board and the Local Authority put their views forward.

The views of major partners contacted by Wrexham County Borough Council’s Safeguarding Communities & Wellbeing Scrutiny Committee on issues around drug use, discarded needles and the associated community impact will be discussed at its next meeting on Wednesday February 15.

The meeting follows on from a meeting in October 2016 when the Scrutiny Committee discussed the findings of a Task and Finish Group set up to examine the issue of unsafely discarded needles in Wrexham and made recommendations to key partners in order to facilitate actions to tackle and respond to drug litter in the future.

Recommendations included lobbying the Welsh Government on the need for strategies to address the adverse consequences of needle and syringe programmes and for partners to work together to identify hotspots and provide a single point of responsibility, co-ordination and accountability for dealing with drug litter.

Recommendations were sent to: • • • • •

The Lead Member for Communities and Partnerships; The Lead Member for Environment and Transport; The Chair of the Public Service Board The Chair of Partnership Delivery Board 3; The Director of Mental Health and Learning Disabilities at Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board

Responses have now been received from partners, and will be discussed by the committee on February 15. The meeting will be webcast from the council website.

Cllr Rob Walsh, Chairman of the Scrutiny Committee, said: “The October meeting at which the findings of the Task and Finish Group were initially discussed proved very engaging and a lot was gained by getting all the relevant representatives together to discuss the issues. As with the October meeting, the meeting on Wednesday will be webcast live and I hope members of the public take the opportunity to follow the proceedings of the meeting online. This is an issue of great importance to the people of Wrexham, and I look forward to the debate.”

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Volunteers Get Their Reward On 11th February some 80 volunteers from Gresford and Marford communities met at Llyndir Hall Hotel to enjoy a wonderful evening together. This was made possible by a Big Lottery grant available to reward the work of volunteers.

Margaret Heaton, Vice President of Gresford Trust, applied for the grant and was successful in obtaining £1,210.

The Trust was awarded the Queen’s Award for Volunteers last year, so it was fitting that the initiative started there. The invited volunteers were primarily from ‘umbrella organisations’, those that cater for a wide range of users and provide a wide range of activities serving the whole community.

Organisations invited included those of the Gresford Trustees, who represent football, cricket, tennis, churches, scouts, guides, Royal British Legion, retirement groups, snooker, craft, bowls, W.I. and playgroups. Other volunteers were from the Community Council, Maes Y Pant, IMAGE, Gresford and District Community Library and Marford Community Centre were also invited.

Volunteers were treated to a delicious hog roast meal and desserts and were entertained throughout the evening by local magician, Andrew Green. He managed to baffle everyone with his close-up magic tricks and there were further tricks centre stage at the end of the event. Wonderfully entertaining!

Lord Thomas of Gresford, President of the Gresford Trust, and his wife Baroness Walmsley, also attended and Lord Thomas gave an interesting and amusing speech. He highlighted the history of volunteering in Gresford which probably began with the first bell ringers at All Saints’ Church. The tradition of volunteering has spread and grown in our communities and it is hard to imagine community life without it.

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Finance News with Hadlow Edwards Medwyn Edwards, Chartered Financial Planner, Director Hadlow Edwards Wealth Management

Tax Year-End 2017 – Capture the Moment The last year has seen historic political change, and with it has come undoubted uncertainty about what the future holds. Yet it remains vital that individuals continue to take the actions needed to achieve long-term financial security, and that includes making the most of the tax-saving and investment opportunities presented by the end of the tax year.

One certainty is that the ‘lower for longer’ outlook for interest rates and economic growth poses bigger challenges for those seeking to create and maintain wealth.

Money needs to be made to work harder, and all appropriate opportunities to invest tax-efficiently should be maximised.

Your ISA allowance is one such opportunity, and the government’s decision to increase the annual limit to £20,000 from April sent out a strong message about the importance of ISAs in the future personal savings landscape. It means the ISA allowance will have nearly doubled in the last decade. But for now, the current allowance of £15,240 will be lost forever unless you invest before the end of the tax year.

The government has made clear its policy on ISAs, but speculation continues over

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possible further changes to pensions. Those looking to achieve the retirement they hope for should consider taking advantage of higher rates of tax relief on pension contributions while they are still available.

For individuals looking not just to secure their own financial future but also help other generations of their family, the end of the tax year also presents the last opportunity to make use of valuable gifting exemptions. There is still time to invest up to £4,080 per child in a Junior ISA, providing them with an important head start towards the financial challenges they will face.

Capture the moment - ensure you don’t miss out on the valuable tax allowances and exemptions available before 5 April.

The value of an investment with St. James's Place will be directly linked to the performance of the funds selected and the value may fall as well as rise. You may get back less than the amount invested.

An investment in equities does not provide the security of capital associated with a deposit account with a bank or building society.

The levels and bases of taxation, and reliefs from taxation, can change at any time and are generally dependent on individual circumstances.

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Book at Bedtime Bodywork-Pilates in Cefn-Y-Bedd, hosted a charity Yogathon on Sunday 8 January 2017, in aid of Book at Bedtime, a small, local charity that puts bookcases of children's books into women's refuges throughout the UK. All classes were by donation, and the day raised £360 plus many donated children's books.

Owner Helen Conway said “we are so proud of the final total, and so grateful for everyone's support. We are particularly grateful to the teachers who gave their time, energy and expertise free for the day.”

Peta Pendlebury, founder and trustee of Book at Bedtime, was also happy “this one event has provided a full bookcase, and given us an fabulous start for another. We're really hoping Helen might make this an annual event. It's a beautiful studio and we're so grateful for her help!!”

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Property Section

This month sees the price of property coming to market increase by a surprisingly modest 2.0% (+£5,986), the smallest price rise at this time of year since February 2009. This is well below the average +5.0% February uplift over the previous seven years. This contributes to a further slowing in the pace of price rises, with the annual rate of +2.3% being the lowest since April 2013.

Annual rate of increase lowest since April 2013 at +2.3%, though overall demand remains strong:

• Rightmove traffic at record January levels, with visits up 3% on January 2016’s buy-to-let boosted period.

• Investor sectors understandably quieter than this time last year on number of properties coming to market and number of properties sold.

Slower rate of price increases makes it riskier for sellers to over-price their property:

• Analysis shows sellers are 40% more likely to sell if priced right when they first come to market.

• Three quarters of agents surveyed by Rightmove report price-sensitive markets with buyers reluctant to enquire if property is priced just a few percent too high.

• Price of property coming to market up 2.0% (+£5,986) this month, the smallest price rise at this time of year since February 2009.

“With Rightmove recording over 131 million visits in January, some three million higher than a year ago, demand for housing is at an all-time high for this time of year. Homehunters are busy searching online for the right home at the right price. While seller pricing power appears to be on the wane overall, the numbers of deals done is very robust, scarcely lower than during last year’s tax-saving rush, although understandably quieter in the investor sector of two beds or fewer and in parts of London.”

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Well, interest rates are still at a record low and first time buyers have been encouraged by this to make their move onto the housing ladder. They are doing just that and this is great news! However, the volume of property coming to market so far this year has been lower than usual so bearing in mind that first time buyers are creating movement further up the housing ladder it certainly would be a good time to put your property on the market especially if you have a family sized home as they are always in demand.

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Please do not hesitate to ring me to discuss anything property related, I am always happy to help.

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Essentials Mailbox

Wrexham Country Market I read with interest the Wrexham News article on the move to temporary accommodation by traders from the People's Market in February's edition of Essentials. Having been aware of the traders' great concerns about their future over the last year or so I wish them all the best in their new venues. It was very disappointing however to see that Wrexham Country Market, which has traded in the People's Market for several years, was not mentioned yet again as was the case with the notices in the Market mall and on the doors, on wrexham.com and in the recent advert in the Leader, presumably placed by WCBC. This has led to many in the Wrexham area assuming that we have closed.

We have not closed but, due to the prolonged uncertainty about where we would be relocated, we accepted the very kind offer from Wingetts Auctioneers in Holt Street, Wrexham, to trade in their showrooms, every Friday from 9.30am to 2pm. We have our usual range of baking, crafts, preserves, plants, etc... and are pleased to take orders. We are continuing to hold our occasional markets in Rossett in 2017, our first on 8th April.

Thank you to all our customers who have found us in our new venue and to those who supported us through uncertain times.

Sue Britton, Chair, Wrexham Country Market

Update on Lack of Road Markings on Clappers Lane After contacting the Council and the Lead Member explaining how dangerous this situation is I received agreement that the lines would be painted when it stopped raining. Annoyingly the Council have been out and re-painted the lines further up the road at the junction of Pont Y Capel Lane, even with me sending a photo of the location!

I've been back in touch with the Council and asked again for this to be done as a matter of urgency and reminded them that cars are using both lanes at times with near misses witnessed quite regularly. I'll continue to keep you updated Andrew Atkinson

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Latest News

Would you like a role in supporting your local community? The next full Council elections will be held on Thursday 4th May 2017. If you are interested in standing for election as a candidate, the Electoral Commission has guidance and other resources on its website www.electoralcommission.org.uk. One Voice Wales has also produced a booklet on the role of local Town and Community Councillors, which can be found at: www.onevoicewales.org.uk.

Speeding in the village is an issue and we are asking residents to check their speed to keep our roads safe and accident free.

At the February Council meeting there was a good community representation in respect of the proposed planning application for Rossett Road. For any up to date information on this matter please see the Council website.

Cuppa with a Copper was held on the 10th February and there was an improved turnout. This is going to be a regular event and the next event will be publicised on social media and Council noticeboards. This is a perfect opportunity to come along and discuss any local issues that may arise with our local PCSO Alison Heron.

To tie-in with Spring Clean Cymru the Council would like to remind residents that they are all responsible for their own hedges and should make sure that these are not encroaching on footpaths. Note, however, that the nesting season for our winged residents is between 1st March and 31st August.

Residents are reminded that all meeting Minutes are available on the website and Council noticeboards. Meetings are held on the third Wednesday of every month at 7.30pm in the Presbyterian Church, Station Road.

For further details of what Rossett Community Council does please see www.rossettcommunitycouncil.cymru Any enquiries should be made via the Clerk at clerk@rossettcommunitycouncil.cymru

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Large flocks of Lapwings have been recorded recently. One favoured site was fields adjacent to the A483 near Pulford where Lapwings birds remained for several weeks. One of the largest concentrations numbering between 500 and 600 roosting birds occurred at Borras Quarry pools in mid-February. These beautiful waders, also known as Green Plovers or Peewits, were once common and familiar resident breeding birds of farmland. Today they are more likely to be encountered hereabouts only as winter migrants from north and eastern Europe although a few pairs may still remain to breed on undisturbed grassland.

As the days lengthen and we move into Spring, we can expect a steady build-up of bird song. Robins have been singing almost round the clock throughout the winter in localities illuminated by street lights. One particularly impressive performer, possibly encouraged by illuminations over the road outside the Golden Lion, has been making itself heard over passing traffic warbling melodiously well into the night up a tree by Rossett's Village Stores.

Following a recent decline throughout the U.K. it is encouraging to report an apparent increase in Song Thrushes now being heard around Rossett and the neighbouring villages.

Last month Gresford Flash hosted Glaucous, Mediterranean and Yellow-legged.Gulls and, in a roadside tree, a tiny Firecrest.

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Mike Edwards Marford Hill

Since last month’s issue, the instances of parking on the road outside the Co-op have reduced. The management have given clear instructions to delivery firms, but they cannot control customers who park illegally.

When there is a double white line in the centre of the road it is illegal to park and this is enforceable by the police. However, there are still too many drivers who turn right towards Rossett using the entrance clearly marked No Exit. Perhaps these instances of blind stupidity will reduce when a Co-op store is opened in Rossett. I am pleased that the majority of drivers are observing the 30mph speed limit on the Hill. I hope that will be maintained when we finally see the last of the traffic lights. When Virgin Media has finished we must report any substandard patching of the road surface to the Council (via the website please).

Dodge the Dog Dirt

There have been more complaints about the private firm which has been contracted

by Wrexham Council to fine those who drop litter or allow their dogs to leave faeces on the footways. They appear to be concentrating their efforts in the town centre on those who drop cigarette ends.

This is obviously easier and more profitable than fining the comparatively few dog owners who make life hazardous for pedestrians in our villages. I have asked the Council to review the contract, which I believe is poorly written.

Maes Y Pant Woodland

The tree felling is scheduled to be completed by mid-March. Thank you to everyone who observed our restrictions during the work. An event for the “Friends of Maes y Pant” will take place on April 8th.

CONTACT DETAILS: e-mail michael.edwards@wrexham.gov.uk Tel 01978 854992 The annual “Friends” meeting is now to be held on Tuesday May 16th. There is still time for you to join. Lle Chwarae Coedwig – Woodland Adventure Area will soon be available for younger woodlanders to explore.

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Thank goodness Spring is almost here, it seems to have been a long winter this year, my garden is in need of a serious amount of work, all I need is for it to stop raining! I do have some nice clumps of snowdrops this year, and the tete-a-tete daffodils are coming through as well, I prefer them as they don’t break when we have strong winds. This came in handy when we had storm Doris the other week, I have noticed there are quite a number of trees down on the main road, but thank goodness we had no major damage.

It was good to meet so many of you at our Bob Flowerdew talk on the 22nd February, He gave us a very interesting and humorous account of ‘no work gardening’ which was very informative, I always enjoy these occasions.

There are a number of gardening jobs which can be done this month, the roses need a good pruning to start with, and if you have any cornus or dogwoods they need cutting right down to give those brightly coloured stems later in the year. Now is the time to divide any congested clumps of perennials as well. It is possible to plant summer flowering bulbs such as Alliums, wait a while if the ground is frozen though. If you have a heated greenhouse or even a warm windowsill you can start off your tomatoes, I am going to be more organised this year and do this, as I had a very poor crop last year and hope an early start will help. I have treated myself to a new variety which I haven’t heard of before so watch this space!

I plan to tidy the far end of my garden as well, we have some trees there but the rest of it is a bit of a mess, so I hope to move some flowering shrubs from the side border to add more colour. This will give a better view from the kitchen window as well, I can then plant some new perennials to replace them.

Let’s hope we can get out in the garden this month and enjoy the sun, keep busy out there.

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Burglary is a serious issue, that’s why we are constantly targeting burglars here in North Wales.

Home Safety

In a bid to prevent opportunist thieves, we want to encourage the public to ensure they review their security in order to deter burglars from targeting their homes.

Here are some simple tips to reduce the chances of being a victim of such crime: • Always close and lock your doors and windows when you are not at home.

• Close and lock doors of rooms you are not using.

• Don’t leave patio or conservatory doors and windows open or unlocked.

• Lock up before going to bed.

• Don’t leave any bicycles or tools out.

Keep them locked away, note serial numbers and keep a photographic record of valuable property such as bicycles.

• Don’t hide spare keys under flowerpots or doormats – this is one of the first places a thief is likely to look.

• Never leave keys within view or in easy reach of a window, a glass pane or in the lock – these could all make a thief’s job easier. Keep them out of reach.

• Keep photographs of valuable items such as jewellery.

• Security mark electrical items and other valuable property – this should increase

your chances of being reunited with your property should you become a victim of burglary but it can also discourage a burglar from stealing the item in the first place.

• Good lighting on the outside of your property can put off or draw attention to a thief.

• If you have a burglar alarm always set it before you go out.

Leaving your property vacant?

If you’re planning on leaving your property empty while you go on holiday, help reduce the risk of your property being targeted by making it appear as though you are really home. Consider using a timer switch on lighting and ask a friend to open or close curtains and remove your post.

Remember to cancel the delivery of milk and newspapers etc... Arrange for a neighbour to park their car in the driveway and avoid discussing holiday plans with strangers who may use or pass the information on.

Anybody witnessing anyone acting suspiciously is advised to call North Wales Police on 101 or in an emergency dial 999. Information can also be passed anonymously through Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

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Gresford Trust Recreational Newsdesk with Phil Jones The Trust hosts evening meetings but not everyone wants to go out on a cold, dark night! A warm welcome is extended to new members of the Gresford Retirement Group which meets at 2pm on the 2nd and 4th Thursday of the month (except January and August). The group has a varied programme with guest speakers and trips. On Thursday 9th March, John Nuttall will talk on local history, with an auction of donated items on Thursday 23rd March and a trip to Blaenau Ffestiniog area on April 13th.

Members pay £2 for light refreshments and free raffle. It is an opportunity to get together, share experiences and have a chat. If you would like more information phone M.Woodward on 01978 852735.

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IMAGE, our local Agenda 21 Group meets at 7.30pm on the 3rd Thursday of the month but Clean-up Sundays are from 10.30am on the 1st Sunday, meeting by Mario’s. IMAGE supports ‘Spring Clean Cymru’ on Sunday March 5th. Join in – equipment provided!

On Friday 10th March, Assembly Member Lesley Griffiths will visit the Trust to meet with trustees and hirers, including Gresford Art Group and Gresford Playgroup. We look forward to showing her around as her support is much appreciated.

Volunteering sometimes throws a curve ball and Janet Holmes and I were ‘volunteered’ to chat on air with Dave from Calon FM on January 24th. We talked about the Trust facilities, its clubs and organisations and the volunteers that make them such a success - and we chose a few songs too. Think you could be a volunteer? Contact the office on 856650.

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Councillor for Rossett

Hugh Jones Post Office

Allan Parrington, the Chair of the Community Council and I met with the Regional Manager for the Post Office; We discussed options and we are now exploring the potential for a Community Post Office. There is some funding for fixtures and fittings from the Post Office and I am working with the Community Council to seek funding opportunities and am hopeful we have the makings of a plan.

Planning Gamford Lane

I am delighted that WCBC Planning Committee unanimously rejected the proposals for housing on the Green Barrier land at Gamford Lane. I am grateful to the many residents who provided me with valuable information and to the 57 people who wrote in, opposing the plan.

CONTACT DETAILS: e-mail hugh.jones@wrexham.gov.uk Tel 07583 152703 @hugh_wre

Quality Housing Standard. I am still awaiting a precise date but have been advised that Tenant Liaison Officers will contact each individual tenant and explain the time scale and process.

Planning Bellis Bros

Since October last year, the Welsh Government have introduced a pre-planning process for significant applications. This requires the would-be developer to submit plans to both the Local Member and the Community Council and also inform residents immediately affected by the application. Hence, the process by J10 planning on behalf of the land owners. I am opposing this application and supporting the Community Council. I would welcome residents copying me into any submissions made to the Council in order that we can marshal our arguments if and when an application is submitted.

Home Improvements

During the coming year, Local Authority Housing in Rossett will be upgraded with new kitchens and bathrooms plus additional works to ensure they reach the Welsh

The Green

I am still working with Highways to look at a scheme to improve the traffic issues around The Green and in advance of the opening of the Co-op. I will be discussing a number of options with residents before we bring forward a final scheme.

State of the Roads

I have been out with our Streetscene Supervisor looking at work that still needs doing on a number of our roads. I have highlighted the state of Darland Lane and Stringers Lane and the footpath on the B5102.

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Commitments to Rail Plans A far-ranging rail network improvement strategy, with the aim of improving links between North Wales and other regions of the UK, will be discussed by senior councillors tomorrow.

Growth Track 360, a prospectus drafted by a cross-border Rail Task Force made up of officials from North Wales and the Mersey Dee area, outlines a number of goals for the improvement of rail links to and from North Wales.

One of the chief aspirations set out in the document is for more frequent and faster rail journeys between North Wales and neighbouring areas, including the North West of England and the Midlands.

Growth Track 360 also outlines a number of infrastructure projects, including electrification, improved line speed, station investments and upgrades to transport hubs. The prospectus will be discussed at a meeting of the Executive Board tomorrow, with a report to members recommend that it be endorsed in principle.

Each of the local authorities in North Wales and the Mersey Dee area has been asked to support the document.

Members will also have the chance to re-affirm support for Wrexham’s local rail aspirations, including improved links to neighbouring areas such as Chester, Shrewsbury and Liverpool.

Cllr David A Bithell, Lead Member Environment and Transport, said:

“This is a key document to support economic growth in Wales, and for Wrexham in particular. It’s key that this supports the work and lobbying we have undertaken to support rail growth.

“Our aspirations are very well set-out: we want 30 minute services to and from Wrexham to Chester, Shrewsbury and to Liverpool via Shotton, and key to this is the completion of the redoubling of track from Chester to Wrexham.

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The Maes y Pant Group

I am guessing many of our visitors have been muttering about footpaths being closed in Maes y Pant recently. Sorry, for what clearly has been an inconvenience and thank you and our near neighbours for your patience.

We’ve felled a quarter of the pine trees on site. This is the main part of our second five year woodland management plan and will allow strong and healthy trees to grow to their potential. It will also look more natural once things have settled down, as the trees are being taken out randomly rather than in lines. In three parts of the site, we are clear felling the pines. This will enable native trees to regenerate the area or more likely we will give it some help by planting saplings, such as oak. Ironically, Storm Doris didn’t cause any great damage and we were able to clear the footpaths quickly. Big thanks to Jerry O’Keefe.

One of the clear fell areas is not far from the main entrance and there we have built a children’s adventure area. Dan Barnes and Nathan Woods have done a stirling job in creating an adventure area for children to exercise in a woodland environment, funded from the Tesco ‘Bags of help’ scheme thanks to your votes.

Last year we were awarded the ‘ Green Flag’ Community Award status. To celebrate this success, the Big Lottery has awarded

MyPAG funds towards holding a community celebration. We have much to celebrate, having just finished the latest batch of felling, and installing the adventure area. MyPAG is therefore holding a Hog Roast on Saturday 8th April from 1.30pm, in Maes y Pant.

Invitations are being sent to all those who have actively been involved in helping develop and improve the former quarry site over the last six years – people like the Friends of Maes y Pant, volunteers who so regularly help out with routine maintenance tasks, Community Councillors, and we’d also like to thank our patient neighbours!

Participation is by invitation only, so look out for an email, or a letter if we don’t have your email address.

When you receive your invitation, please be sure to confirm your attendance as we need to keep a list of the number of attendees for catering purposes.

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“Many residents have brought this up with me and I'm still trying to do all that I can to get it resolved. I originally suggested planning enforcement action needed to be taken and it has stopped after the site was cleared up.

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“Let’s make sure the Council are aware of the strength of feeling locally.

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Andrew Bailey Lorry restrictions

You may recall me reporting last May on HGVs and the like ignoring the sign I got put up and getting stuck at the low bridge on Griffin Hill causing much disruption to traffic and more than a little public expenditure. I had contacted as many Sat-Nav operators as I could to try and prevent them being directed on this route and although I would never be so arrogant as to claim sole credit, it appears I am not alone in my campaign. The Local Government Association (LGA) are pressing that all lorry drivers of heavy vehicles should use Sat-Nav specific to that vehicle thus hopefully avoiding such incidents.

It is also pressing that councils then enforce such restrictions with any fines collected from transgressors going to fix our potholes. I hope the LGA succeed and will be pressing our executive board on this matter in March.

Gresford broadband connection

I have reported earlier on the laying down of cables in the Gresford area to prepare for Ultra-Fast Broadband connection in the area. I am informed that the works in the main shopping area will be done during the Easter school break on the Plough side of the village and are scheduled to last 6 to 9 days.

I have been round all the businesses that may be affected to pre-warn them but acknowledge there may be disruptions.

The “go-to” man for your queries is Sean Ruttledge- Sean.Ruttledge@actavo.com or telephone 07748 392673

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White lines a-coming?

As I write this there are signs of white line painting in Clappers Lane. It must be Spring and my hopes are up that the long-standing issue at the junction may be addressed. I try and be forbearing but I do not what has irritated me more on this issue. The Lead Member’s blithe assurance “It will all be fixed when the sun shines”, the selfpublicised swallowing of this brush off by the unwary or that my constituents and our community have been awaiting action since September last.

Volunteers evening

February 11th saw a great evenings celebration for ‘the true beating heart of Gresford’ - the volunteers. Thanks to Lord Thomas for his well-pitched words, Llyndir Hall for the food, Sue for arranging that, and Margaret for arranging the whole evening.

I am still puzzling how Andrew (Green) did his magic tricks and I don’t think anyone went home disappointed. Well done all!

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Next meeting 9th February 2017

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David Bigmore & Co is looking for a permanent secretary to cover for school holidays and additional work as and when required to work from their Chester office. Applicants must have a good typing speed and ideally have experience of legal work. Excellent rate of pay.

Please send your CV with a covering letter to Mr D Bigmore at: db@dbigmore.co.uk

TICKETS FOR THIS EVEN ARE £5.00 (INCLUDES COFFEE & CAKE) PLEASE CONTACT KAY MCDONALD ON 01978 854663

Wrexham Hospice & Cancer Support Centre Foundation (Limited By Guarantee). Company Number: 2906838 Registered Charity Number: 1035600 Registered in England and Wales.

WANTED Second hand old steel oil tank.

Must be empty.

Call Richard 07580 077099

Gresford Royal British Legion Annual Easter Bingo on Saturday, 1st April Entry free, children 10 and over welcome.

Doors open at 7pm Eyes Down is 7.30.

Raffle & Bar.

Rossett Art Group Cleaner required for Rossett holiday home. Part time, must be flexible over the summer busier months. Call Richard for enquiries 07580 077099

Members meet on most Mondays 1pm - 4pm at Gresford Memorial Hall.

We are a group of like-minded people who enjoy painting. We mainly paint in watercolours but some members paint in other mediums. We are not a tuition group; however members are always available to help if required.

We are currently seeking new members to join this well established art group. If are interested please contact Dennis on 01978 852529.

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St. Peter’s Primary School, Rossett

Celebrating Chinese New Year

We have has lots of fun exploring Chinese New Year and have enjoyed trying new foods, learning the different names of each year and making lanterns and Chinese style plates.

Learning about the water cycle

Years 3 and 4 have been learning all about the water cycle.

We’ve been making 3-D models and learning about the environment.

If you go down to the woods today…

Tedi Twt has been helping our Reception class learn Welsh and we combined this with our Forest School by hanging out Tedi’s clothes on our washing line!

Bird feeders

Children also enjoyed making bird feeders and learning about looking after our feathered friends over the winter.

You can keep up with school news on Twitter @stpetersrossett

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We stock a large range of International Fashions from jeans to Mother of the Bride, something to please everyone. After shopping, why not take advantage of our newly refurbished Dyfnog CafĂŠ and treat yourself to a home-made light lunch or afternoon tea.

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Darland Community Theatre

Darland Community Theatre will perform 'Natural Causes', a dark comedy by Eric Chappell, the creator of 'Rising Damp', at Darland School on 20th -22nd April, at 7.30pm.

When Walter Bryce calls in 'Exodus', consultants in assisted suicide, the results do not go to plan.

Tickets, priced at £6.00, including refreshments

Tickets must be booked in advance, on 01978 855770 or via our website: www.darlandthetre.com

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