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Comments are sought over the next week or so on another speculative housing development.
Not good news.....unless you're a developer.WC has received a new letter from the Inspectors.
Hilperton defibrillators reminder.The village has four de-fib units ready for immediate public use.
From Ernie Clark.Your INDEPENDENT Wiltshire Councillor.
'The usual' 4.99% increase.WC set its 26/27 precept yesterday.
...lining to be re-painted.The parish council has agreed to meet the cost of having the lines at the car park re-painted.
Council update on countywide effort to tackle rising pothole numbers.As heavy rain continues to fall across the county, Wiltshire Council and its contractors are working around the clock to repair potholes across the road network.
Will the Lib Dem administration survive?It would seem that the Conservatives/Reform UK are planning to oust the Lib Dem administration.
....on 9th February for five days.Section 14(1) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984
Temporary Closure of: Whaddon Lane (Part), Hilperton (Ref: TTRO 11022)
From Ernie Clark.Your INDEPENDENT councillor.
...traffic lights.It is planned to have temporary traffic lights for a few weeks from 2nd February.
...works in Trowbridge.Wiltshire Council has apologised to road users for the delays experienced in Trowbridge as a result of the Longfield Gyratory improvement works.
...speed limit needs to be reviewed.Elizabeth Way currently has a 50mph speed limit on it.
...sets the precept for 2026/27.At the January meeting on Tuesday, the parish council set its precept (council tax) for the next financial year.
...what is going to happen?An Independent councillor has become a Conservative.
A decision was reached yesterday. Funding was NOT agreed.Wiltshire Council has considered proposals relating to the finances of the potential future plans for St Stephen’s Multi-storey Car Park in Trowbridge; however, capital funding was not agreed to proceed with the council’s intention to transfer the freehold.
Middle Lane update.An update has been received from WC.
Thanks for contacting me.I have received reports that vehicles are attempting to use the 'Trowbridge' side of Middle Lane.
An extraordinary meeting will be held on Wednesday.It will be at County Hall commencing at 10.30.
Welcome to 2026.Happy New Year to you all.