Dartmoor Forest Parish Council Casual Vacancy
Notice of casual vacancy that has occurred for the Princetown Ward, following the recent resignation of Charmaine Clarke-Major.
Please see the link below for the Notice of Vacancy.
Anyone interested in becoming Member of the Parish Council should contact the Clerk for more information regarding the process, and the role. Email: clerk@dartmoorforestparishcouncil.gov.uk
Or speak to an existing Parish Councillor to find out more.
Come along to the Annual Parish Meeting on the 28th May 2024 at 7pm Small Hall, Princetown Community Centre to hear what Council has achieved over the past twelve months and some of its plans for the next year.
This will be immediately followed by the Annual Meeting of the Parish Council at 7.30pm where the new Chair and Vice Chair will be elected.
Casual Vacancy
24th May 2024
Road Closure - B3357 - FROM HIGHER LONGFORD TO MERRIVALE BRIDGE Weds 31st Jan - Fri 2nd Feb
Update:
- We have been informed that it is daytime only closure and road will be open in the evening (from about 4pm until 8 am)
- Telephone number in TTRO is incorrect. If you have any queries ring 01392 465348
ROAD TRAFFIC REGULATION ACT 1984
SECTION 14
THE COUNTY OF DEVON (TEMPORARY RESTRICTION) (ROAD FROM HIGHER LONGFORD TO MERRIVALE BRIDGE, MERRIVALE) NOTICE 2024
TEMPORARY PROHIBITION OF THROUGH TRAFFIC
DEVON COUNTY COUNCIL hereby give NOTICE that:
From WEDNESDAY 31 JANUARY 2024
for a maximum of 5 days
Until FRIDAY 2 FEBRUARY 2024 (both dates inclusive)
No person shall cause or permit any vehicle to proceed on the sections of Affected Roads.
Roads affected -
ROAD FROM HIGHER LONGFORD TO MERRIVALE BRIDGE, MERRIVALE
The alternative, signed, route for vehicles will be via - B3357 - B3212 - A386 - A390 DRAKES VILLAS - FORD STREET - CHAPEL STREET - PLYMOUTH ROAD - WEST AVENUE - A386 - B3357
This temporary restriction is considered necessary to enable -
RESURFACING WORKS
The official diversion route is via Tavistock and Yelverton - but those with local knowledge and smaller vehicles may know of other routes - but please be aware that these smaller roads are likely to be busier than normal during this period - so please take care.
TTRO2454506
23rd January 2024
Road Closure - B3357 - Spitchwick to Dartmeet (Hexworthy Cross) Tues 16th Jan - Weds 24th Jan
ROAD TRAFFIC REGULATION ACT 1984
SECTION 14
THE COUNTY OF DEVON (TEMPORARY RESTRICTION) (ROAD FROM UPPACOTT TO
SPITCHWICK CROSS, ROAD FROM SHARP TOR CROSS TO UPPACOTT, ROAD FROM
DARTMEET BRIDGE TO SHARP TOR CROSS & ROAD FROM DARTMEET BRIDGE TO
HEXWORTHY CROSS, PONSWORTHY) ORDER 2024
TEMPORARY PROHIBITION OF THROUGH TRAFFIC
NOTICE is hereby given that Devon County Council has made the above titled order.
From TUESDAY 16 JANUARY 2024
for a maximum of 18 months
Anticipated Finish WEDNESDAY 24 JANUARY 2024
Between the hours of 08:00 and 18:00
The offical diversion route is via Mortonhampstead and Ashburton - but those with local knowledge and smaller vehicles may know of other routes - but please be aware that these smaller roads are likely to be busier than normal during this period - so please take care. TTRO2454050
4th January 2024
New Councillor for Princetown Ward Co-opted
At its meeting on the 19th December, Council voted to co-opt Hazel Williams as the new Member of Dartmoor Forest Parish Council.
Hazel has lived in the village for over 10 years. In this time she has become deeply involved in the community, for example:
• Helping organize fund-raising events for the local Fire Station
• Regularly taking part in the Tidy Princetown initiative, including helping renovate the village bus shelters
• Being a founder member, and now chairperson, of the Princetown Churchyard Maintenance volunteer charity group
• Being a Committee Officer of and helping organize the Princetown Arts Festival, and
• Compiling calendars depicting Dartmoor flora using my own award-winning photographs
In her personal introduction Hazel stated 'I care deeply about Princetown, and would value the opportunity to use my time and skills in working with the Parish Council to develop the ward to become the even more thriving, safe and collaborative community I know it can be.'
Council welcomes Hazel: her skills, knowledge and enthusiasm.
20th December 2023
Casual Vacancy for Parish Councillor - Princetown
Do you have what it takes to be a Parish Councillor?
If you are interested in becoming a Councillor, contact one of the existing Councillors to have an informal chat about what's involved, or contact the Clerk. Details can be found on the website
https://www.dartmoorforestparishcouncil.gov.uk/members.php
Interested parties will be invited to submit a short statement about themselves summarising what experience, skills and knowledge that bring to the role of Councillor and why they are interested.
Co-option will take place at the next meeting - 19th December 2023. 7.30 pm at Princetown Community Centre.
Co-option Poster Nov 2023
The Good Councillor's Guide - This guide introduces the work of local councils and the part you play as a councillor in the tier of local government closest to the people.
30th November 2023
'Thank-You' to Local Businesses
Many of you will have noticed the work being currently undertaken at the bus stop at the top of the village. David Cole, our Parish Lengthsman has been busy building a new bench, and when the weather allows will finish the painting.
The Parish Council would like to express its sincere thanks to
Travis Perkins in Tavistock for their kind donation of blocks, sand and cement. And 'Thank-you' also to Anton Coaker English Timber, based at Sherberton Farm, Hexworthy for the supply of the timber.
David has already refurbished the bus stop in the village centre, earlier this year, and his continued dedication is helping to maintain these community assets for the benefit of residents and visitors. 21st November 2023
ROAD CLOSURE FROM TWO BRIDGES TO LOWER CHERRYBROOK BRIDGE, PRINCETOWN 16 - 18 October
Short notice of road closure B3357 16th to 18th October.
No mention if this is just day time closure or 24hrs.
Lengthy diversion in place, but those with local knowledge of the roads will know shorter routes - but please take care as the lanes will be busier then normal.
Download document (pdf)
15th October 2023
Sir Geoffrey Cox MP - Drop in Surgery
Your local MP will be holding a drop-in surgery on Friday 25th August at Princetown Community Centre from 3.30pm til 5pm.
All residents are welcome to come along and have a chat with him about the things that matter to you.
Parish Councillors will also be available on the day. 13th August 2023
Parish Council is looking to fill thee vacancies in the Princetown Ward
Do you have what it takes to be a Parish Councillor?
There are currently three vacancies in the Princetown Ward.
Why not come along to our Annual Parish Meeting on Tuesday 23rd May, at 7pm, Princetown Community Centre, to find out what the Council has been involved in over the past year.
This will be followed at 7.30pm by the Annual Council Meeting, where the new Chair and Vice-Chair will be elected and new Councillors Co-opted.
All residents are welcome to attend the meetings and contribute in the public sessions if they wish to.
If you are interested in becoming a Councillor, contact one of the existing Councillors to have an informal chat about what's involved, or contact the Clerk. Details can be found on the website
https://www.dartmoorforestparishcouncil.gov.uk/members.php
For more information please look at:https://www.dartmoorforestparishcouncil.gov.uk/data/uploads/976_1888013460.pdf
Councillor Vacancies - Co-option Poster May 2023
15th May 2023
Notice of Poll - West Devon Borough Council - Dartmoor Ward
Notice of Poll
Notice is hereby given that:
1.A poll for the election of a Borough Councillor for Dartmoor will be held on Thursday 4 May 2023, between the hours of 7:00 am and 10:00 pm.
2. The number of Borough Councillors to be elected is one.
3. The names, home addresses and descriptions of the Candidates remaining validly nominated for election and the names of all persons signing the Candidates nomination paper are as follows:
GREENBERRY-PULLEN Holly
(address in West Devon)
Liberal Democrats
Proposer: Paula Rampton (+)
Seconder: John Rampton (++)
RENDERS Mark Christian
The Flat, The Post Office, Tavistock Road, Princetown, Yelverton, PL20 6QE
Independent
Proposer: J Liversidge (+)
Seconder: D Geere (++)Download document (pdf)
11th April 2023
Notice of Uncontested Election - Princetown Ward
Notice of Uncontested Election - Results
Cllr Gregg Manning
Cllr Emma Byrom
Cllr Mark Williams
Cllr Steven Butterworth
Council therefore has 3 vacancies to fill by Co-option at, or following the 23rd May meeting. Download document (pdf)
6th April 2023
Notice of Uncontested Election - Huccaby Ward
Notice of Uncontested Election - Results
Cllr Alison GeenDownload document (pdf)
6th April 2023
Notice of Uncontested Election - Postbridge Ward
Notice of Uncontested Election - Results
Cllr Julian Greatrex
Cllr Wendy WatsonDownload document (pdf)
6th April 2023
Notice of Election 4th May 2023
Elections will take place on 4th May for West Devon Borough Council(Dartmoor Ward) and Dartmoor Forest Parish Council. Notice of Election 2023
West Devon Borough Council Elections 2023
23rd March 2023
Application to register areas of Walkhampton Common as Common Land
The Open Spaces Society has applied to Devon County Council to have an area of land to the south and southwest of Princetown registered as Common land.
Documents relating to this application can be viewed at Princetown library during normal opening hours, or a copy of the application can be obtained by emailing commons@devon.gov.uk
The deadline for objections has been extended until the 22nd February 2023.
Any person wishing to object to the application should send a statement of the facts on which the objection is based to the County Solicitor, Devon County Council, County Hall, Topsham Road, EXETER, EX2 4QD (Ref. PLU/CA0379/DEV007/018), or by email to commons@devon.gov.uk
Representations and objections must be made in accordance with Regulation 25 (1) and (2) of the Regulations.
Download document (pdf)
2nd February 2023
Casual Vacancies for Two Parish Councillors - Princetown
The Council is looking to co-opt two new Councillors within the Princetwon ward at the next meeting on the 25th October 2022.
Please see the poster for more information or speak to a local Councillor about what the role entails.
Poster
Co-option Poster October 2022
1st October 2022
ROAD CLOSURE Tuesday 6th and Wednesday 7th September - Bellever
THE COUNTY OF DEVON (TEMPORARY RESTRICTION) (CLAPPER BRIDGE TO BELLEVER YOUTH HOSTEL TO BELLEVER BRIDGE, POSTBRIDGE) NOTICE 2022
TEMPORARY PROHIBITION OF THROUGH TRAFFIC & PARKING
DEVON COUNTY COUNCIL hereby give NOTICE that:
From TUESDAY 6 SEPTEMBER 2022 Until WEDNESDAY 7 SEPTEMBER 2022 (both dates inclusive)
Roads affected -CLAPPER BRIDGE TO BELLEVER YOUTH HOSTEL TO BELLEVER BRIDGE, POSTBRIDGE
The alternative, signed, route for vehicles will be via - CLAPPER BRIDGE TO BELLEVER YOUTH HOSTEL, POSTBRIDGE, B3212, ROAD TO RUNNAGE BRIDGE, RUNNAGE BRIDGE TO GRENDON COTTAGE, GRENDON COTTAGE CROSS TO BLACKATON COTTAGE CROSS, BLACKATON MANOR CROSS TO ROWDEN CROSS, ROAD PAST LOWER CATOR FARM, WIDECOMBE IN THE MOOR, MIDDLE CATOR CROSS TO WEST SHALLOWFORD CROSS, PIZWELL BRIDGE TO CATOR COURT CROSS, BELLEVER BRIDGE TO PIZWELL BRIDGE, POSTBRIDGE AND VICE VERSA
This temporary restriction is considered necessary to enable -
DEVON HIGHWAYS - RENEW COLLAPSING CATTLE GRID (ANNUAL ORDER FOR WEST DEVON & TORRIDGE GREY DEFECT REPAIRS)
For additional information contact: MILESTONE INFRASTRUCTURE
Telephone: 0203 307 7935
Download document (pdf)
Visit website
1st September 2022
Casual Vacancy for Parish Councillor - Princetown
Have you got what it take to be a Parish Councillor?
Why not come along to our next meeting on Tuesday 23rd August, at 1930, Princetown Community Centre, to see what its all about.
All residents are welcome to attend the meetings and contribute in the public sessions if they wish to.
Alternatively, contact one of the Councillors to have an informal chat about what's involved. Details can be found on the website
https://www.dartmoorforestparishcouncil.gov.uk/members.php
Councillor Vacancy - Co-option Poster August 2022
16th August 2022
Council Launches Road Safety Initiative for the B3212
Short video regarding the reflective collars for ponies and cattle on Dartmoor https://youtu.be/WUMTvp9x8W8
Visit website
4th July 2022
Council Launches Road Safety Initiative for the B3212
More than 200 animals on Dartmoor are being given reflective neckbands to make them more visible to vehicles and help prevent road traffic collisions.
The bands will be issued to famers of 80 Dartmoor Ponies and 150 cattle following a successful funding bid to the Vision Zero South West Road Safety partnership.
The idea is just one of the measures in the initiative led by Dartmoor Forest Parish Council who say collisions and animal deaths have been a major concern for several years.
The Council successfully bid for £6,306 from the Vision Zero South West ‘Call For Ideas’ scheme which will pay for neckbands for animals specifically along the B3212 road from Peek Hill to Princetown.
An additional Vehicle Activated Speed sign and improved signage along the stretch of road have also been funded by the initiative.
The scheme is being officially launched at a special event on Friday, June 24 at 10am outside the Princetown Visitors Centre.
Press Release Vision Zero SW Grant
21st June 2022
Casual Vacancy for Two Parish Councillors - Princetown
The Council is now in a position to co-opt a new councillor to replace David Worth, who resigned his position at the end of April.
If you are interested, or know of someone who would make a good Councillor, please take a look at the pdf below. Councillor Vacancy - Co-option Poster May 2022
2nd June 2022
Vacancy for Two Parish Councillors - Princetown
Council has been given authority to co-opt a Councillor to replace David Worth, who resigned his position at the end of April. More information regarding the co-option process will be given shortly.
Following the resignation of Cllr Wendy Stones, after 31 years as a Parish Councillor and attendance at her final meeting on the 24th May 2022 - Notice is hereby given that a vacancy exist in the office of Parish Councillor for the Princetown Ward of Dartmoor Forest Parish Council.
Please see the document below for details.
Download document (pdf)
27th May 2022
Would you like to be a School Governor with Princetown Primary School?
Do you have a little spare time to volunteer?
Would you like to do something worthwhile that represents your community?
Are you keen to do something rewarding that will help benefit the next generation?
Do you have a desire to contribute to our children’s education and ensure they get a good start in life?
Are you over the age of 18 years and would you like to be part of a team that supports a school to achieve this?
Do you have a wider interest in education or a specific role that would benefit from your experience as a governor?
We are looking for people who are self-motivated, enthusiastic and objective with an enquiring mind. You may bring life skills or skills you have gained through work, and we are also looking for governors of all ages. You do not need to be an expert in education but will be willing to learn as training and induction is provided, and you may learn new skills that will help you in your work life. You will also be willing to listen and work as a team.
An Daras Trust is comprised of 8 primary schools based around North Petherwin, Werrington, St Stephens by Launceston, 2 in Launceston town, Coads Green, Lew Trenchard and Princetown. We are looking for people of all ages, including young people in these communities to consider being a governor.
If you are interested to learn more about being a governor at Princetown Primary School, please contact Toni Martin on governance@andaras.org or the Chair of Governors, Sheila Manning on smanning@andaras.org who will provide you with more information and arrange to meet.
4th April 2022
Co-option Notice to residents
Dartmoor Forest Parish Council are now looking to Co-opt a member of the parish onto the Council.Co-option Notice
30th November 2021
Cimate Emergency Statement
THE DARTMOOR FOREST PARISH COUNCIL CLIMATE DECLARATIONDownload document (pdf)
25th October 2021
Audit Inspection Notification
The Notice of conclusion of AuditClick here for full details
23rd October 2021
Vacancy - Parish Clerk and Responsible Financial Officer
Dartmoor Forest Parish Council is a forward-looking active council seeking a Parish Clerk and Responsible Financial Officer. Must be experienced in meeting organisation, minute taking and administration and a competent user of MS Office. Further training will be provided. Based from home for 25-35 hours per month, with regular meetings in the parish. Hourly rate based on national pay levels. Starting rate £10.86/hour.
Please see below for full job description. For an informal discussion please contact the current Clerk, Steve Cox on 01822 258549. To apply, email a CV with a covering letter outlining your suitability and experience to clerk@dartmoorforestparishcouncil.gov.uk by 5th July 2021.
Parish Clerk Job Description
23rd June 2021
Princetown CCTV Project - Frequently Asked Questions
The Parish Council have put together the below document to answer some of the questions that residents may have around the Princetown CCTV project.
If you would like to find out more then please contact one of your local councillors, the Clerk or attend one of the monthly parish council meetings. All details can be found on this website.
DFPC CCTV Frequently Asked Questions
3rd February 2021
Dartmoor Forest Parish COVID 19 Community Support : Do you need help with shopping, collecting medicines or dog walking?
At this difficult time, it is more important than ever that we do everything we can do to support each other. If you are self-isolating and need help then please contact one of the volunteers from our parish who have kindly offered to help. We even have two teachers who have offered to provide telephone advice on home schooling!
Please click on the link below to download details of who can help and their contact telephone number and email address.
Download List of Volunteers (pdf)
Click here for the latest Government guidance
1st February 2021
Rural Crime Newsletter
This is the first force wide publication from the Rural Affairs team across the two counties of Devon and Cornwall.Download document (pdf)
16th September 2020
COVID 19 - Volunteers wanted to help those needing assistance in the Parish
In light of the announcement that individuals and families must stay at home, it is more important than ever that we do everything we can do to support each other. The parish council would like to ask for volunteers to help those that need assistance across the parish.
Please click on the link below to find out how you can help. Please also see the government guidance on how to help people safely.
Download information on how you can help (pdf)
Government Website - Guidance on how to help safely
24th March 2020