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Update re Hinton Parva shared sewage treatment plant![]()
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Swindon Borough Council's contractors will be undertaking repair work to the septic tank/sewage treatment plant shortly. The fence will be repaired when the work is complete, as access for excavators may be needed.
Mobile Police Station in Bishopstone Sunday 11th May![]()
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Our local police team has asked us to let you know that they will be travelling around the Ridgeway villages on Sunday 11th May 2025 in the mobile Police station.![]()
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This is to give the communities a chance to come and meet the team and have a chat about any concerns in their area, there will also be activities for children.![]()
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The mobile police station will be at Bishopstone Village Hall 11.15 -12 noon this Sunday.
Ever thought of becoming a parish councillor? Now’s your chance! ![]()
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Bishopstone parish council wishes to co-opt a new councillor at its next meeting on Monday 12th May.![]()
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Applications must be received by midday on Friday 9th May.![]()
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Further information in posts below!![]()
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The co-opted councillor will serve till May 2026 when elections are to be held. This is a great opportunity to experience council work and decide whether you would like to stand for election next year!
Could You Be a Councillor?![]()
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If you are passionate about your local community, we need you. Councillors make a huge difference to the quality of life of local people and how local issues are dealt with.![]()
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Bishopstone, Hinton Parva and Russley Park need people from all backgrounds and experiences who reflect the communities they serve to put themselves forward for co-option.![]()
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There is a vacancy on Bishopstone parish council following the resignation of Cllr Nigel Crisp. The council wishes to coopt someone to fill this vacancy at our next meeting on 12th May.![]()
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Please see the post below this one for further information or contact the clerk or any serving councillor for an informal chat about the role.![]()
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To find out more about what the parish council does, take a look at the parish website at
Parish Council - Bishopstone and Hinton Parva Parish
bishopstoneandhintonparva.org
Members of the Parish Council Jaine Blackman (Clerk) Bishopstone Ian Thomas (Vice chair) Steve Bell Gill May Lucille McGrath Karen McGregor Hinton Parva Val Brodin (Chair) Julian Cooke Nigel Crisp Kar...
A vacancy has arisen on Bishopstone Parish Council (which includes Hinton Parva and Russley Park) following the resignation of Cllr Nigel Crisp.![]()
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As no election has been called to fill this vacancy, Bishopstone Parish Council wishes to co-opt someone to fill the vacancy and invites expressions of interest from people who live or work in our community.![]()
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Applications must be received by the Clerk by midday on Friday 9th May and will be considered at the Parish Council meeting on 12th May 2025. Potential candidates will be required to attend the meeting on 12th May. The co-opted councillor will serve until the elections in May 2026.![]()
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Applicants from under-represented parts of the community are particularly encouraged to consider becoming a parish councillor. When co-opting new councillors, the parish council always seeks to enhance its diversity, increase its representation and broaden its skills.![]()
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Bishopstone Parish Council has a clear and transparent procedure for co-option, which can be found under ‘Policies’ on the parish website at bishopstoneandhintonparva.org/documentsandnotices ![]()
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Email the clerk, Jaine Blackman, at clerk@bishopstoneandhintonparva.org for further information.![]()
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If you would like to find out more about being a parish councillor, don’t hesitate to contact the clerk or speak to one of our current councillors.![]()
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Further information can be found here: www.local.gov.uk/be-councillor![]()
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Bishopstone Parish Councillors are not paid or affiliated to any political parties.
www.local.gov.uk
If you’re considering becoming a councillor, you will find everything you need to know to make your decision, here.