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The Potton Town Council Newsletter is published quarterly and the Town Council will keep you informed on this page of any latest news between Newsletters.

Acts of vandalism in Henry Smith Playing Fields May 1, 2024

It is so very disappointing that there have been various acts of vandalism in Henry Smith Playing Fields in recent weeks.

As well as the random act of arson on one of the litter bins, the contractors carrying out works to the new Millennium Path last evening discovered that the kerbing they installed yesterday (30/04/2024) has been kicked over setting them back a few hours.

Also two barriers are missing, presumed at the bottom of Horse Brook.

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Arson in Henry Smith Playing Fields April 30, 2024

Last week the town council received a call to say that a bin in Henry Smith Playing Fields had been set alight.

The incident has been reported to Bedfordshire Police, and a replacement litter bin has been ordered. The bin will be installed once delivered.

We apologise for any inconvenience caused.
Potton Hall for All Update April 26, 2024
We apologise for the inconvenience whilst construction of the community hall is taking place.

The project is due for completion before Christmas. The current ground stabilisation work (which is due to be complete by 10th May) is probably the most disruptive operation of the whole project in terms of noise and vibration.
Thank you Breedon! April 26, 2024

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Back in March 2023, Breedon Group supplied all the materials to carry out landscaping at the entrance to Mill Lane Recreation Ground. Darren Giddy, Potton Quarry’s manager, and his team carried out all of the landscaping work, and arranged for an interpretive sign to be installed at a later date.

The sign was installed on 26th April 2024.

The Town Council wishes to convey their thanks to the Breedon Group for giving back to the community.
Enforcement efforts combat blue badge misuse in Central Bedfordshire April 23, 2024
Central Bedfordshire Council – 22/04/2024

Our recent enforcement measures targeting fraudulent use of Blue Badge disabled parking permits have put three drivers at risk of potential court action.

Blue Badges grant disabled individuals the opportunity to park in designated disabled bays, essential for supporting their independence and daily routines. These specially designated spots offer priority parking, ensuring easier access to their destinations.

On 17 April, our officers conducted inspections of Blue Badge permits in a number of council run car parks and roads with double yellow lines in Leighton Buzzard, Dunstable, Houghton Regis, Potton, Biggleswade and Sandy.

During the spot-checks, officers examined 114 Blue Badges. Among them, three instances surfaced where the badge owner was absent, prompting us to launch further investigations.

Additionally, six vehicles were discovered parked in disabled parking spaces without displaying a Blue Badge and were subsequently issued parking charge notices.

If you suspect someone of illegally using a Blue Badge, you can report it to us by calling 0300 300 8035 or emailing car.badges@centralbedfordshire.gov.uk.
Potton Hall for All April 19, 2024
The construction of the Potton Hall for All commenced on Monday 15th April. Cllr Jonathan Price Williams, Chairman of Potton Town Council and Kim Gutteridge, Potton Hall for All Trustee were on site to start things off. Watson & Cox Construction Ltd have been appointed to carry out the construction works of the community building.

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Community Safety Survey – Have Your Say April 9, 2024
Your voice matters

Tell Safer Central the issues where you live; is it the dog poop, areas of fly tipping, or do you have serious organised crime happening near you?

Please join them to improve safety for everyone in Central Bedfordshire. You can help shape the work of the Community Safety Partnership by sharing your views and completing the Safer Central Survey. They ask for your opinions every year to keep them up to date on safety issues in your community. They know that no one knows better what is happening in your immediate area, and with the information you can provide they can work together to make a difference, creating a safer environment for everyone.

Your opinions really do make a difference to help them focus their work where you, our residents, want to see improvements.

If you would like to contact the Community Safety Team, please email community.safety@centralbedfordshire.gov.uk.

Complete the survey.
Garden Waste Subscription Service March 28, 2024
Garden waste collections from April
If you want to continue with fortnightly garden waste collections from 1st April, you’ll need to sign up now to get the most from Central Bedfordshire Council’s new subscription-only service.

As of 1st April, you’ll need to subscribe to continue getting a kerbside collection of your garden waste for the spring, summer and autumn months.

The easiest way to pay is online by debit or credit card on our website, where you’ll also find all the information you need about the service.

Garden Waste Subscription Service

How much will it cost?
The annual subscription is £55 per bin

Please note:
- you can have up to three bins (the cost will be £55 per bin)
- you can sign up at any time in the year, but the cost will remain at
  £55 per bin for collections up to and including 31st March 2025
- once subscribed, CBC will collect your garden waste fortnightly between now and December, and then resume collections from late February to the end of March 2025
CBC won’t automatically renew your subscription, so you’ll have the choice of subscribing again next year if you want to continue using the service. They’ll notify you of the charge and payment date before the start of each year.

Why is the council introducing charges for collecting my garden waste?

The charge is a response to the financial challenges faced by local councils across the UK – largely caused by inflation and an increasing demand on both children’s services and adult social care. Well over half of councils in the UK already charge for garden waste collection, helping them to protect vital services.

What if I don’t want to subscribe?

If you choose not to opt in, you don’t need to do anything – you’ll just stop receiving garden waste collections. You can take your garden waste to your local Household Waste Recycling Centre (tip or dump) or compost it at home in your garden.

CBC recycling centres are open 7 days a week, 9am-5pm. You can find your nearest recycling centre on the CBC website.

How will it work?

CBC will add you to their subscriber database and send you a permit that you just need to stick on your garden waste bin. The collection crews will then know which bins to collect.

If you currently use a bag to dispose of your garden waste and you have chosen to subscribe to the service, you will be issued you with a green bin.

How do I subscribe?

To opt into the new service and order a permit, subscribe online. Just make sure you have a credit or debit card ready.

Once subscribed, CBC will send you a welcome pack with a leaflet reminding you of what can be taken in the garden waste bin, and your all-important sticker.

And remember – the service period runs until 31st March 2025 and will cost £55 whenever you join, so to get best value from the service, sign-up now.

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Millennium Path update March 18, 2024
Areas in Henry Smith Playing Fields are cordoned to keep people safe. Please stay out of the cordoned off areas in Henry Smith Playing Fields, so that all visitors to the playing fields remain safe. Please accept our apologies for any inconvenience caused whilst the Millennium path is being replaced.
Millennium Path works March 6, 2024

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Work has started on replacing the Millennium footpath in Henry Smith Playing Fields this morning (6th March).

To allow access to the dog waste bin, the bin has been relocated to the railings on The Causeway.

Please accept our apologies for any inconvenience caused.

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