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Commentary on activity in our three parishes and may also contain information, which has not yet passed before the full JPC, in which electors may have an interest, all written from the perspective of the JPC, responsible to all three parishes.
The official minutes are written by the Clerk and RFO of the Council, and are not moderated by anyone prior to their approval at a subsequent meeting. Copies of the official minutes are available on this website.
Updated August 2025
CASUAL VACANCY FOR BARFORD and WASPERTON COUNCILLORS :
Vacancies still remain available for two councillor positions. If you, or someone you know, is interested in becoming a parish councillor, for either village, then please contact any JPC member for more information about the work we do or email clerk.bswjpc@gmail.com – it would be really informative to attend a JPC meeting and see some of the work we do and the nature of debate. The work is interesting and varied and gets you involved in our community. We are particularly keen to attract younger members to make our councillor mix more representative of our villages. Thereafter you can make a formal approach and then you can be put forward at a future meeting for existing members to consider co-option.
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SOUTH WARWICKSHIRE LOCAL PLAN :
No news at present, but plans to move to a Unitary Authority are gathering pace and three of our councillors and the clerk attended a presentation by WCC to discuss how the changes may impact Parish Councils.
It seems that something will happen in the period 2026-2028, but we are not sure yet of exactly what and whether elections will be delayed while there will probably be a “shadow unitary body” alongside the existing county and district/ borough authorities that currently exist.
Probably of more significance is who will our resulting unitary body pair up with as a Strategic Authority? – the options are currently quite vague and wide-ranging… Something to look forward to.
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SMITHS QUARRY :
Apparently Smiths’ response is being evaluated at WCC and the public consultation should open on or about September 8th - No doubt the Sand and Gravel Group will let us all know much more nearer the date. Please be ready to respond…
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YOUTH INVOLVEMENT :
Cllr Ben Ranner’s work towards forming a youth group continues and is making slow progress through the formalities and liaising with appropriate bodies. We are hoping to get something practical in place for the autumn.
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VILLAGE NOTICE BOARDS :
The new boards for KLGF and Wasperton Lane have now arrived and the contractors has been instructed to install as soon as possible, subject to their heavy summer workload. The frame for the old shop WI board has been shotblasted and is awaiting painting before re-assembly and remounting on site.
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JPC POLICIES REVIEWS :
The JPC has now approved and/or reviewed and adopted the Harassment & Bullying, CCTV and Freedom of Information policies and these will next be reviewed in 12 months.
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KING GEORGE’S FIELD DISRUPTIONS :
Police investigations are ongoing and at least one young female has been interrogated although at the time of writing no final conclusions have been drawn. At the July JPC it was resolved to substitute an electric hand-dryer for the use of paper towel to limit the misuse of the paper and perhaps improve hygiene. We are still investigating the locking and switching options for the toilet access door.
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KING GEORGE’S FIELD PARTIES :
We seem to be getting quite a lot of organised parties or gatherings at KGF – often football themed – and they are no doubt great fun, a good use of the facilities and very welcome.
It would be very helpful if all the party litter and waste could be taken away whenever possible, as it does tend to overfill our litter bins which are checked daily and collected weekly.
If you have to bring bags or boxes of stuff to the party, then please take away the empties and help us out, it would be much appreciated, as the litter bins are really for more casual use and convenience.
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MUGA LITTER :
The MUGA gets lots of use, often by quite big groups, which is great, it’s why we built it, but please do not leave litter in there – I cleared 13 items from in there just this morning, it was a disgrace – so please clear up after yourselves and each other – if you see litter please clear it into the bins we provide.
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PARKING ISSUES ON WASPERTON LANE :
It was recently raised at JPC that users of the BYCC were contributing significantly to parking issues in the area and compromising safety and convenience of users and local residents. Whilst it was recognised that the JPC would have an interest in resolving the situation, and would assist where it could, the matter should first be raised with and perhaps addressed by the BYCC trustees, responsible for BYCC management.
Recommended for the kids this summer – Check out Pooley Country Park in the north of the county… lots of interest and things to do
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EMAIL UPDATES :
We can often send out timely reminders, updates and notices direct to your email in boxes. If you do not already receive these AND WOULD LIKE TO DO SO click here to send an e-mail please contact John Murphy so that you can be added to the circulation list.
The list will not be shared with others, will be sent out as Bcc (so not revealing your email) and will only be used for matters which should reasonably interest/ concern you.
It’s free, easy and just occasionally is the only way to get urgent things out to a wider audience – and you can always hit DELETE or ask to be unsubscribed.
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MEMBERS' ATTENDANCE RECORDS :
The Chairman of the JPC has asked that a record of JPC members' attendance be published on the website.
Click here to download record of attendance at JPC meetings in 2023/ 24 (PDF file)
Updated March 2024
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NEXT JPC MEETING :
The next JPC Meeting will be held on Monday 8th September 2025 at 7:30pm in Barford Memorial Hall.
Click here for Notices of JPC and Planning Committee meetings, and the Minutes of previous meetings.
Click here for a list of all JPC meeting dates in 2025.
There is always a session for “ Public Participation ” early in the agenda (four minutes maximum per person) when we are happy to hear and note your concerns or questions.
To attend in person there may be Covid requirements depending on the local situation at the time and at the discretion of the Chair. As a minimum there will be appropriate ventilation and air filtration in place.
Alternatively, you may submit “your views” to yourviews@barford.org.uk or phone/ email the Chairman, John Murphy, on 624421 or 07710 033444 or jvm@jvmurphy.co.uk or the Clerk, Helen Dexter on clerk.bswjpc@gmail.com or contact any of the Parish Councillors about any matters you wish to bring to our attention.
An agenda for each meeting will be posted in advance on village notice boards and on this website. Residents are also encouraged to email myself (see below), or contact any of the Parish Councillors or the Clerk, Helen Dexter.
John Murphy
Chairman 624421 or 07710 033444
Click here to e-mail.
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