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Latest news from Spelthorne Council - 11 September 2009
Welcome to the latest electronic newsletter.  If you have any questions or comments regarding the newsletter please e-mail us at news@spelthorne.gov.uk Electronic news letter

News

Together, fighting crime in Ashford

The next Spelthorne Safer Stronger Partnership Action Day will take place on Wednesday 16 September in Ashford.  

Partnership Action Days offer the public the chance to see how the various organisations involved in community safety work together to tackle community safety issues such as crime and antisocial behaviour.
Safer Stronger Partnership logo

Laleham and Shepperton Green By Election Candidates
Spelthorne Museum Open Day
More news in brief

Latest edition of the Bulletin

You should by now have received the current edition of the Bulletin and the latest rubbish/recycling calendar which was delivered at the same time.  If you did not receive either of these publications please let us know by either downloading (Pdf 845kb) it or by calling the Communications Team on 01784 446260.

Advertising in the Bulletin

We are now including advertising in our Bulletin magazine.  If you are interested in advertising please contact Mark Ostrowski on 07770 646040/01784 461464 or e-mail mark.ostrowski@dcwpenrose.co.uk.

Back to school/college

Surrey County Council's website (external website) provides useful information about schools colleges and universities including term dates, school transport and admissions.

Help with Busines Rates bills 2009/2010

You may be eligible for help to lighten the load of your Business Rates bill. The new deferral scheme offers the chance to postpone payment of some of your rates bill for this financial year only and you may also qualify for the Small Business Rates Relief scheme

‘Off the Hook’

Off the Hook indoor skate nights start again on the 10 October.  Young people can come down to Spelthorne Leisure Centre and practise their inline blading and skate boarding skills.

The project, which is organised by Spelthorne Youth Council and Spelthorne Council aims to provide a place for skaters to come and brush up on their skills during the winter months.  

The evening is suitable for beginners as well as more advanced skaters with a limited number of spare skateboards available for use and tuition being offered by some of the older and more advanced skaters.  

The night costs £4 for skaters and £3 for non-skaters and runs on the second Saturday of every month from 7 to 9.30pm

For more information contact Andy Holdaway 01784 4466214 or email leisure@spelthorne.gov.uk

Return of Spelthorne’s Disability Sports Club

The Spelthorne disability sports club returns for another term on Saturday 12 September 2009.

The club aims to give young people with disabilities aged 5-25 an opportunity to try a range of activities in a weekly club environment. There are always fully inclusive activities to take part in and on some weeks sports coaches will provide more structured sessions such as basketball and football.

There is no limit to the numbers attending the club, parents and guardians are encouraged to stay throughout the sessions. The club runs weekly on Saturday mornings from 10.15 – 11.45am at Spelthorne Leisure Centre and cost £4 per session and £2 for siblings, the first session for new members is free.

If you are interested in attending the Sports Club please contact Leisure Services on 01784 446433 or e-mail leisure@spelthorne.gov.uk

Fencing comes to Spelthorne

Egham Fencing club are moving to Spelthorne. A Juniors beginners course for children over nine is starting at Spelthorne Leisure Centre on 9 October. The course lasts five weeks and costs £35, all kit and training from their expert professional coaches is included.  Ten week adult beginners course, 15 years plus, starts 16 October.  For more information please contact herman@eghamfencingclub.co.uk or mick@eghamfencingclub.co.uk alternatively check out their web site at www.eghamfencingclub.co.uk for application forms.

Special Cabinet Meeting (Airtrack) - 17 September

The Council will be considering its response to BAA's proposals at a special meeting of its Cabinet on Thursday 17 September.

Dog fouling

Spelthorne Council’s Streetscene Enforcement staff patrol the Borough’s parks and open spaces as well as the streets. Whilst on patrol one of their duties is to tackle the problem of dogs fouling public areas. Most dog owners are responsible and clear up after their pet but unfortunately some don’t take their responsibilities so seriously and this has an impact on everyone in the community.

Owners are reminded of the following points:-
  • cleaning up after your dog is one of the key areas of responsibilities for dog owners, especially when in public spaces.
  • owners will be prosecuted if they allow their dog to foul and do not clear up (Dog Fouling of the Land Act 1996) (external website). The maximum penalty is £500.
  • carry poop scoop bags with you at all times. Simply keep a plastic bag in your pocket when out walking.
Do you have a problem with dog fouling in your area? You can contact the Streetscene Enforcement staff Natalie Jones and Maureen Findell on 01784 446411 or e-mail streetscene@spelthorne.gov.uk

Follow us on Twitter

You can now follow us on Twitter, visit http://twitter.com/spelthornebc

Find us on Facebook

You can now find us on Facebook - visit www.facebook.com and search for Spelthorne Borough Council.

Recent planning applications

The provides a list of all the planning applications either validated or decided by us each week - View the planning applications

Job vacancies

Current job vacancies

Events

View the calendar of local events

Calendar of Council Meetings

View the Calendar of Council Meetings

Publications

Borough Bulletin

Roadworks in Spelthorne

Surrey County Council's website provides information on roadworks in Spelthorne.

Useful contacts for those having difficulty in the downturn

Money worries information page
Age Concern - 0800 009966
Citizens Advice Bureau - 01784 444220 or 01932 765041
Revenues Team (Council Tax and Business Rates) - 01784 446490
Housing Section - 01784 446380
Housing Benefits - 01784 446374

Partner links

Community web
DirectGov
Spelthorne Together
Surrey County Council
Surrey Alert
Surrey Police
Surrey PCT

Media links

Radio Jackie
Star FM
BBC Sussex and Surrey
Eagle Radio
Radio Wey
Staines and Ashford News