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COVID 19 has not gone away –
stay safe
have the vaccine as soon as you are offered it.
Parish Council meetings
We have started meeting in public again, at the KGV Sports Pavilion.
Capacity is limited due to COVID 19 restrictions, and we suggest that members of the public who wish to attend book a seat by contacting the Parish Clerk on 07907 022914 the day before the meeting at the latest.
All attendees must follow the meeting protocol below;
Take a Rapid Lateral Flow COVID 19 self-test – they are free
Proof of negative test at the door to enter meeting (you receive an email / text of the results)
- Sanitize and wear own mask
- You can remove mask to speak
- Bring own equipment, refreshments etc
- We will keep hall well ventilated – doors and windows open
- To reduce length of meeting inside, keep the meeting focused – you can chit chat before or after the meeting outside.
Planning Committee meeting
Thursday 17th June 2021, 7:45pm at KGV sports pavilion
Please use zoom link
Meeting ID: 834 0249 5268
Passcode: 093694
Parish Council meeting
Monday 21st June 2021, 7:45pm at KGV sports Pavilion
Meeting ID: 826 9513 4804
Passcode: 201998
URGENT – HAWKHURST GOLF CLUB PLANNING APPLICATION
Cedardrive Ltd, the Hawkhurst Golf Club developers, have put in an appeal to the Planning Inspector to try and obtain planning approval for the Hawkhurst Golf Club development.
The Parish Council is working with residents groups to object.
It is vital that residents write to object raising issues such as;
Damage to ANOB
Unsustainability – not enough community infrastructure such as sewage system already overloaded or community facilities
Traffic and congestion problems
Please email ALISON.DYSON@planninginspectorate.gov.uk
Or Write to:
Temple Quay House, 2 The Square, Bristol, BS1 6PN
You MUST quote the reference APP/M2270/W/21/3273022
The closing date is 18th June 2021.
Thank you for your support.
Hawkhurst Summer of Activities
- Village Fete – 26th June 2021 on the Moor
- Inaugural Hawkhurst 5k / 10k run (start and finish at the Moor) – 27 June 2021 – Further details from www.hawkhurstcommunitycentre.co.uk/events
- Custom Car show – 24th / 25th July 2021
Further details from communityhawkhurst@outlook.com
- Play day for young children 4th August 2021
www.hawkhurstcommunitycentre.co.uk/events
- Makers@The Moor – 11th September 2021
Celebrating local talent, a wide variety of makers and crafers selling quality local goods – Further details from
www.hawkhurstcommunitycentre.co.uk/events
- Hawkhurst Bonfire 27th November 2021 – (Moor and KGV)
Contact Hawkhurst Gang Bonfire Society visit Https://hgbs.org.uk
VACANCY FOR TWO PARISH COUNCILLORS
No experience is necessary for this voluntary role but you should have an interest in improving the Parish and have a good knowledge of the area.
You would be closely involved in village life, would have to attend up to two evening meetings each month and you will be supported with training and IT.
You must be aged 18 years or over on the day of nomination and you must not be disqualified by any statute – you need to be:
- an elector of the parish
- or during the whole of the last 12 months have either occupied as owner or tenant, land or other premises in the parish.
- or your principle or only place of work is in the parish
- or you live within 4.8 kilometres (3 miles) of the parish boundary.
If interested write / email, in no more than 150 words, why you would be a good Parish Councillor.
For more information contact the Parish Office 07907 022914 or email parish.clerk@hawkhurst-pc.gov.uk or write to the Clerk to the Parish Council, Hawkhurst Parish Council, The Office at The Moor, Hawkhurst, TN18 4NT.
| Closing date for applications is Monday 5th July 2021 Selection interviews will be held at the Parish Council meeting on 19th July 2021 |
Hawkhurst Parish Council Election May 2021.
The 11 residents who stood for election all became “elected” Parish Councillors in an uncontested election
Hawkhurst Parish Councillors from 10th May
Hawkhurst Parish Council current working arrangements
The office is currently closed but staff are working from home checking the phone messages weekly.
Best to email office@hawkhurst-pc.gov.uk or phone the office mobile 07907 022914
We value your feedback
Other Council information
For latest COVID 19 information
Council budget 2021/22 background information
Hawkhurst Parish Newsletter Spring 2021
Hawkhurst Parish Newsletter Christmas 2020
Hawkhurst Parish Newsletter Autumn 2020
Hawkhurst Parish Newsletter Summer 2020
Reporting Crime and Anti – Social Behaviour.
If anyone has seen a crime or antisocial behaviour please report direct to the Kent Police. They often require a date / time / location / description and photos if you have any.
Air Quality Matters
After years of Hawkhurst Parish Council lobbying Tunbridge Wells Borough Council on air pollution in Hawkhurst, they have at last identified an issue with air quality in Hawkhurst.
They have set up a dedicated web page for Hawkhurst
This includes Frequently Asked Questions
Hawkhurst Parish Council will continue to push for answers and improvement in air quality, you will soon be consulted by TWBC on an air quality action plan to improve air quality in Hawkhurst. It is important that you take part and make your voice heard.
Hawkhurst Market
1st Saturday of every Month 9am – 12pm in Royal Oak Car Park
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