News
Town Councillor Vacancy
Rod Coleman has now moved to the north-east and has resigned as a Buntingford Town Councillor. This means another vacancy is available which the Council hope to fill by co-option providing no election is called for. Those that have already applied for co-option for the previous vacancy, need not reapply as they will automatically be considered.
Posted: Mon, 10 Mar 2014 10:00 by Clerk's Office
New Councillor co-opted
Buntingford Town Council has co-opted Peter Hay to fill the vacancy left by the resignation of Richard Bennett. Peter is a familiar face in Buntingford having worked at Country Properties in the High Street for many years.
Posted: Mon, 03 Mar 2014 09:00 by Clerk's Office
The Search is on - You're Hired!!
The Clerk' Office is looking for an Apprentice to train towards the qualifications of a Town Clerk. Applicants must go through the Apprenticeship website.
The initial contract is for 1 year with release for a Business Administration course. Hopefully the successful candidate will continue and attend further training including Computer courses including database and other office tools. Training will... Read More »
Posted: Mon, 24 Feb 2014 12:00 by Clerk's Office
Yet more development for the Town
Last week EHDC approved the application by Pigeon Developments to develop north of Park Farm. Technically the majority of this land lies in Cottered Parish with only the Care Home and link road within Buntingford. As it stands, the S106 development money and the New Homes Bonus could all go to Cottered with no benefit to Buntingford.
Despite the concerns of the Town Council and others, EHDC have stated... Read More »
Posted: Mon, 10 Feb 2014 08:43 by Clerk's Office
Neighbourhood Plan Area designation
The joint parishes of Buntingford, Aspenden. Buckland & Chipping, Cottered, Hormead and Wyddial have applied for the designation of the area for the Neighbourhood Community Plan.
This has been an involved process requiring agreement from the Parishes, involvement of nominated Councillors and a considerable amount of work.
It is anticipated this Plan will be ready for March 2015.
More details can be... Read More »
Posted: Tue, 04 Feb 2014 08:41 by Clerk's Office
Planning Appeal Upheld
The Inspector has just issued his report which gives the go ahead for two major developments in Buntingford.
These are known as the Taylor Wimpey and Wheatley Homes proposals. They lie to the east of the town on either side of Hare Street Road.
Buntingford Town Council fought hard at the Inquiry to oppose these developments but with no support from EHDC, lack of District Plan and no demonstratable 5... Read More »
Posted: Mon, 27 Jan 2014 10:00 by Clerk's Office
New Website for our Council
Welcome to our new website which was launched on 27th January 2014.
Our old site was very much appreciated but was beginning to show its age. It recorded well over 300,000 hits in its lifetime. Our thanks go to Paul Sully who designed the original site from scratch and worked with us over the years to maintain it to a very high standard.
Technology has moved on and there are a number of innovations allowing... Read More »
Posted: Mon, 27 Jan 2014 09:21 by Clerk's Office
Council Vacancy
There have been a number of applications for the co-option to fill the vacancy of councillor. These are being considered at the Full Council Meeting and it is anticipated that a formal announcement will be forthcoming shortly.
Posted: Wed, 22 Jan 2014 10:00 by Clerk's Office
Town Newsletter for January
All residents should have received the latest Newsletter from the Town Council. Spare copies are available at the Manor House.
Posted: Wed, 22 Jan 2014 10:00 by Clerk's Office
Planning Appeal
As many of you are aware, there was a Public Inquiry just before Christmas to consider the two proposed developments either side of Hare Street Road. The one to the north known as Taylor Wimpey and that to the south Wheatley Homes.
Our solicitor and consultant, funded by the Town Council with contribution from the Civic Society, acquitted our case well. Additional representations were made my councillors... Read More »
Posted: Fri, 10 Jan 2014 10:00 by Clerk's Office
