Winter Energy Support from North Northants Council

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North Northamptonshire Council is urging low-income residents who have pre-payment meters, or use ‘non-standard’ fuels, not to miss out on financial ‘Winter Energy Support’ as part of the government’s Household Support Fund.

Non-standard fuels include those who use tank or bottled gas, liquid petroleum gas (LPG), oil, wood, and solid fuels.

If you, or someone you know, uses pre-payment meters or non-standard fuels and are on means tested benefits such as; Council Tax Support, Housing Benefit, Income -based Jobseekers Allowance (JSA), Income-related Employment and Support Allowance (ESA), Income Support, Pension Credit, Child Tax Credit, Working Tax Credit and Universal Credit, then you, or they,  are eligible to apply.

The total value of all winter support payments awarded to successful households will be £150 in total up to 31 March 2024. Only one award for winter energy support will be made per household.  To apply follow this link: Winter Energy Support – HSF | North Northamptonshire Council (northnorthants.gov.uk)

The next meeting of Great Addington Parish Council – Wednesday 8th November, at 7.45 p.m.

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The next meeting of Great Addington Parish Council is on Wednesday 8th November 2023, at 7.45 p.m., in the Memorial Hall.

All members of the public are very welcome to attend the meeting.  The agenda can be found here:2023 11 08 Agenda

Consultation on The Greenway – potential link to Great Addington

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North Northants Council is currently consulting about The Greenway Strategy: North Northamptonshire Greenway Strategy consultation 2023 – North Northamptonshire Council – Citizen Space

The draft strategy explores extending the Greenway, and one of the proposed routes, route 13,  would connect Great Addington to the Greenway. Many of our residents have said they would value access to the Greenway, so supporting the strategy is very important to Great Addington Parish Council.  However, this survey closes on 1st November, so you need to get your voice heard quickly!!!

North Northants Council Consultations – Your Voice Matters

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Message from North Northants Council:

Our consultation and engagement activities are a key part of our democratic decision-making process. They ensure that the voices and opinions of individuals, communities and stakeholders are considered alongside other aspects when we shape our policies, projects and other initiatives in North Northamptonshire.
It is vital that we hear your views on our services and future proposals to help ensure that we provide great value services, which are flexible and appropriate to local needs, and help improve the lives of those who live, work and visit the area.
Please visit the newly rebranded Your Voice Matters website and have your say to shape our future.

The next meeting of Great Addington Parish Council – Wednesday 11 October, at 7.45 p.m.

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The next meeting of Great Addington Parish Council is on Wednesday 11 October 2023, at 7.45 p.m., in the Memorial Hall.

All members of the public are very welcome to attend the meeting.  The agenda can be found here: 2023 10 11 Agenda

Grants available to help residents heat homes and reduce energy bills

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North Northants Council (NNC) are saying that residents living in private homes (both owned and rented) with a gross household income of less than £31,000 are encouraged to apply for a government grant to help improve the energy efficiency of their homes.

ECO4 Flex is a government scheme funded by energy companies that supports households on lower incomes or those particularly vulnerable to the impact of living in a cold home.

Funding is available for measures that can improve the energy efficiency of homes such as insulation and heating systems.

Improving the energy performance of properties could save residents hundreds of pounds in fuel bills each year. For example:

  1. Loft insulation – up to £500.
  2. External wall insulation – up to £350.
  3. Energy efficient boiler – up to £200.
  4. Cavity wall insulation – up to £250.

Residents who are more vulnerable to the cold are encouraged to speak to their GP, who may be able to complete an NHS Eco Flex referral. You will not be required to undertake a means test.

Further information

Please visit the ECO4 Flex energy efficiency scheme section of NNC’s website.

Neighbourhood Plan Questionnaire Results

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Great Addington Parish Council is working with the community to create a Neighbourhood Plan.  As part of the process the steering group are considering what the housing needs might be over the plan period (which runs until at least 2031) and where any new housing could be placed within the parish. 

In June 2023 a community survey was delivered to all residents and we received 103 responses.  The results of the survey can be viewed here: Neighbourhood Plan Questionnaire Results

The responses show that the majority feel the Neighbourhood Plan should allow for some development, with a focus on 2/3-bedroom homes. It follows that the neighbourhood plan may need to allocate site(s) to meet these housing requirements until at least 2031. 

New housing can be an emotive subject for any parish. By going through a fair and transparent housing site assessment process, the Council aims to deliver an evidence-based, robust and sustainable Neighbourhood Plan for Great Addington Parish. 

We are now asking for potential sites to be put forward. These will be subject to an objective site assessment process. All sites must be ‘deliverable’ over the plan period, i.e. to 2031. At the end of the process, the council may or may not decide to allocate housing site(s) in the neighbourhood plan. 

If you are a landowner or developer and would like your site to be considered, or want to ask any questions, please email clerk@greataddingtonparishcouncil.gov.uk before 30 September.

Kettering Energy Park – Open Letter of Opposition, August 2023

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An open letter of opposition to the KEP Draft Masterplan, signed by a number of Town and Parish Councils, has been sent to the developers and to various North Northants Council members and officers.

You can read the open letter here:

Open letter re KEP masterplan Final

Have your say on a new draft Public Spaces Protection Order (dog control)

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Where should dogs be kept on a lead?

How long should the lead be?

Which places should be dog-free?

North Northamptonshire Council have published a draft Public Spaces Protection Order (dog control).  There is currently a consultation about the document, closing on 28th September. If you live in this area, read the document and have your say.

Public Spaces Protection Order (North Northamptonshire Council) (Dog Control) Order 2023 – North Northamptonshire Council – Citizen Space

 

 

 

 

 

Next meeting of Great Addington Parish Council – Wednesday 13th September

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The next meeting of Great Addington Parish Council is on Wednesday 13 September 2023, at 7.45 p.m., in the Memorial Hall.

All members of the public are welcome to attend the meeting.  The agenda can be found here: 2023 09 13 Agenda