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Latest news from Spelthorne Council - 25 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

Garden waste collection

We are now extending our garden waste collection service.  Make sure you sign up quickly to avoid disappointment, as this offer is only available to 4,000 properties on a first come, first served basis.

Those already on the waiting list need not re-apply.

 Garden waste bin
Very well played...
Suspension for Hackney Carriage Driver
Reducing Flood Risk in Spelthorne and take part in the consultation (external website)
Information and service at the touch of a screen
More news in brief

By Election - Laleham and Shepperton Green Ward

The By Election for the Laleham and Shepperton Green Ward will be held on Thursday 1 October 2009.

Going to the tip? Bring proof that you live in Surrey

From Monday 5 October 2009 you may be asked to prove you live in Surrey at your local Community Recycling Centre (tip), in Charlton Lane, Sunbury. Please bring one of the following:
  • your driving licence
  • this year's council tax bill
  • a recent utility bill
Find out more information please visit the Surrey County Council website (external website)

Airtrack

Eighty objections have been lodged to the report which is now with government. There will be a public inquiry which is likely to be next spring which may well be held in Knowle Green. Among others to have lodged objections are Hounslow and Hillingdon Councils, the Environment Agency, Natural England and Clerical Medical Insurance (Elmsleigh Centre owners). Read more about Airtrack and find out how it might affect you from the Special Cabinet minutes and decisions (17 September 2009).

Spelthorne Together Assembly

A capacity crowd of 120 delegates put their views on plans for the borough’s future at this year’s Spelthorne Together Assembly held on Monday 21 September.

Topics ranging from crime levels and provision for young people, to housing, health issues and economic development were discussed at the popular annual event held at Spelthorne Leisure Centre. Anyone who lives or works in the borough was welcome; delegates included business people from the private sector, public bodies such as the police and health service, voluntary organisations, residents associations, faith groups, local authorities and individual residents. The Assembly is an opportunity for people to network, to share information and ideas, and to take forward the work to improve life in Spelthorne. It is the only event in the borough to bring together such a wide variety of people to have their say on key issues affecting life in Spelthorne.

A summary of the Assembly and date of next year’s event will be available shortly – watch this space.

October half term play scheme

Are you looking for a play scheme for October half term? Are you in receipt of benefits? Spelthorne Borough Council runs a scheme to offer subsidised play scheme places for families who live in Spelthorne and are in receipt of benefits. If you think you may qualify for the scheme then contact Leisure Services for an application form and further details on 01784 446433 or e-mail leisure@spelthorne.gov.uk

Follow us on Twitter

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

Find us on Facebook

You can now find us on Facebook - visit www.facebook.com (external website) and search for 'Spelthorne 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

Colne Valley Food Festival - Sunday 27 September
The first Colne Valley Food Festival is being held on Sunday 27 September between 12-4pm at the Colne Valley Park Visitor Centre, Denham Court Drive, Denham, UB9 5PG.

Off the hook, mobile skate park - Saturday 10 October
A safe and secure environment for the young people of Spelthorne to practice their skateboarding skills without causing offence to others. Come and join us on Saturday 10 October, 6-8.30pm, £4 per session.

View the calendar of local events

Calendar of Council Meetings

View the Calendar of Council Meetings

Publications

Borough Bulletin
Rubbish and recycling calendar

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 (external website) - 0800 009966
Citizens Advice Bureau (external website) - 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 (external website)
DirectGov (external website)
Spelthorne Together
Surrey County Council (external website)
Surrey Alert (external website)
Surrey Police (external website)
Surrey PCT (external website)

Media links

Radio Jackie (external website)
Star FM (external website)
BBC Sussex and Surrey (external website)
Eagle Radio (external website)
Radio Wey (external website)
Staines and Ashford News (external website)