Knightwick & Doddenham Parish Council

Minutes Meeting 23/03/2026

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  • Minutes Meeting 23/03/2026

    Minutes Meeting 23/03/2026

    Meeting of the Knightwick and Doddenham PC

    23rd March 2026 19:00 hrs. at the Talbot Hotel, Knightwick

    Minutes

    Present;

    Cllr S. Mifsud (Chair), Cllr G Evans, Cllr M Bellamy, Cllr A Draper, Cllr R Bonham, Cllr F Budden, R Timney (Clerk),

    1. Apologies for absence, Cllr M Horton, County Cllr Mel Fordington, Dist Cllr Barbara Jones Williams.

    Members’ declarations of interest – No additional declarations.

    2. Confirm the minutes of the meetings of the Council Monday 19th Jan 2026 Approved

    3. Planning Matters.

    a) No applications pending.

    b) Erosion of the banks of the River Teme. The PC will contact Dr Moore at the surgery for an update on their thoughts and actions.

    c) The PC noted the adoption of the new South Worcestershire Development Plan.

    4. Financial Matters

    Note the payments and income since 19th January to March 23rd 2026

    Expenditure

    DateTo whomeFor whatAmount
    19.1.2026LloydsBank Charges4.25
    20.1.2026R WilkesLM oct nov dec504.00
    20.1.2026Carolyn BakerPayroll q337.50
    28/1/2026RTClerk salary plus backpay309.72
    17/2/2026John SuttonLM Jan319.80
    17/2/2026Nora Parsons CentreDonation400.00
    18/2/2026John SuttonLM Dec119.00
    17/2/2026LloydsBank Charges4.25
    18/2/2026Notice board CompanyNew notice board1007.64
    2/3/2026RTClerk salary (feb)243.11
    10/3/2026W CALCCiLCA training fee93.60
    10/3/2026R WilkesLM Jan final264.00
    10/3/2026John SuttonLM Feb263.95
    17/3/2026LloydsBank Charges4.25
    23/3/2026John SuttonLM March330.00

    Income.

    DateFrom whomFor whatAmount
    20.1.2026WCCLM480.00
    11/2/2026HiscoxInsurance for notice board689.70
    24/2/2026WCCLM713.85
    10/3/2026WCCLM283.95
    9/2/2026LloydsInterest5.03
    9/3/2026LloydsInterest5.27

    Balances remaining

    Treasurers Account £ 4336.35

    Instant Access Business Account. £ 11,143.35 APPROVED

    2024/25/27

    5. Clerk’s report and Lengthsman matters.

    1. Cllr Bellamy raised the issue of the road surface in the old Bromyard Road. It requires sweeping and repairing.
    2. There is a market stall available for the PC to use on the 12th April to liaise with parishioners.
    3. Reports from the Lengthsman were welcomed and issues to be reported on include the road surface at Bridge Cottage, Suckley Road has deteriorated, the bend at the top of Rectory Lane has become slippery and vehicles have left the road there, the Livery Signs are needed in Easinghope Lane.
    4. The new replacement notice board will be installed shortly.

    6. Items for the next meeting.

    Community engagement for the PC, River Erosion and the attendance of the EA if possible.

    7. Confirm the date of the next meeting:

    Monday 18th May 2026 APPROVED

    2024/25/28

  • Minutes Meeting 19/01/2026

    Minutes Meeting 19/01/2026

    Parish Council of Alfrick and Lulsley

    Minutes of the meeting of the Parish Council Meeting on

    15 January 2026 at 19:00 hrs in the Village Hall, Alfrick.

    Present: Cllr T. Clarke, Cllr S V Glazzard, Cllr Hayward, Cllr Prodger, Cllr Golden-Laydon, Cllr Messervy-Whiting, Cllr G. Lowe, R. Timney (Clerk)

    Public Question Time and reports prior to the formal meeting.

    County Cllr Mc Sweeney reported on CC matters, PC Ash on community safety and local law issues. Members of the public raised matters relating to the renovation of a local pond, planning matters, telecommunication issues, boule court and first aid equipment.

    1. Members’ Apologies, Dist Cllr Rouse, Dist Cllr Whatley, Simon Warr (Tree warden) and Declarations of Interests. No new declarations.
    1. Resignation of Cllr R Ashton. The PC wish to express their thanks to him for his outstanding contribution to village life, notably the new tennis court and play area. Notices about the new vacancy will be posted.

    3. Confirm the minutes of the meetings held on 4th December 2025 APPROVED

    4. Financial Matters;

    a) Payments and income since 11th Nov 2025 to 15th Jan 2026.

    Expenditure

    DateTo whomFor whatAmount
    17/11/2025RTClerks 6 months expenses96.00
    18/11/2025Lloyds BankBanking Charges4.25
    28/11/2025RTClerk salary303.60
    10/12/2025HMRCPAYE227.80
    10/12/2025Cllr AshtonBulbs for planter24.48
    10/12/2025TS ContractingBoules Court5040.00
    19/12/2025Lloyds BankBanking Charges4.25
    29/12/2025RTClerk salary303.60

    Income

    DateFrom whomFor whatAmount
    11/11/2025WCCLM380.00
    15/12/2025MHDCCllr Rouse Sign payment120.00
    9/12/2025Lloyds BankSavings interest13.41
    9/1/2026Lloyds BankSavings interest14.34

    Bank balances 15th Jan 2026

    Treasurers account £ 15,540.48

    Instant access account £ 28,147.91

    Total £ 43,688.39 APPROVED

    b) Clerk’s payrise (63p/hr) and back pay since April 1st 2025. APPROVED

    c) Budget for 2026/27 set at £15,545 APPROVED

    d) Precept request from MHDC at 0% increase. APPROVED

    32/2023-24

    5. New Lengthsman, John Sutton, Updated the PC on his first month and future plans. The PC also asked if Mr Sutton would undertake additional monitoring and basic maintenance works around the Playing Field and Tennis Court areas.

    6. Planning and Environmental Matters;

    a) Local Design Plan draft update: Councillors noted the progress and will work to include consultation on the matter in the survey and at the Annual Meeting of the PC in May.

    b) Local questionnaire about planning, housing and transport considered and a small subcommittee formed to complete preparations for issuing the consultation document.

    c) Vote on whether the PC agree with Mr & Mrs Price barn naming – WITHDRAWN

    d) M/25/01897/TDC5. Location: Land At (OS 7497 5332), Folly Road, Alfrick.

    Erection of 1 no. two-storey dwelling (self-build). SUPPORTED

    1. Bleed Kit. Now purchased. Housing box to cost £74.19 ex VAT and new signage for bleed kit and Defib units at up to £120 APPROVED
    1. Tennis court. New netting, at a cost of £300, to prevent rebounds from the ends of court fencing. To be paid from the Former Tennis Club funds. APPROVED
    1. Co-Option rules minor amendments. APPROVED

    10. Alfrick Bus Shelter. Modifications to the bus shelter are continuing with a broader seating bench to be fitted and for works to the stepped edge of the base to be considered.

    1. Alfrick Spinney. 2026/27 maintenance schedule for the Spinney. Trimming back of undergrowth o start in April and take place every 2 months to October inclusive in line with Tree Wardens proposals.

    12. Grit bin for Whitehouse Lane. Delivery still outstanding.

    1. Telecommunication services. Acceptance of offer of signal booster unit from WCC and proposal for siting at Cllr Catlow’s property. APPROVED
    1. Carpark and hard standing. Project now underway and will be completed shortly.
    1. . Clerk’s Report –

    Tennis Court overhanging trees and dying ash trees in playing field have been dealt with by tree surgeon. New sign for the Spinney is ready for installation. The Boules Court is now completed and some equipment has been donated.

    1. . Items for the next meeting. Notice Board for bus shelter, grass cutting for 2026 27, Parish Plan, basket ball equipment.
    1. . Confirm date of next meeting. Proposed Thurs 12th March 2026.

    Meeting closed at 20.58 33/2023-24