Author: Kath Gruber
Public Footpath - Pilsley Primary and Nursery School Field
The school has now been instructed to keep the public footpath that runs through the school field open at all times.
As a parent/ carer you may have some concerns about having a public footpath running through school grounds with the security impact that this may have despite the school risk assessments.
We have been approached by some parents to explore possible answers to this issue.
Any action towards... Read More »
Posted: Fri, 18 Nov 2022 14:47 by Kath Gruber
East Midlands Parliamentary Boundary Proposed Changes
The final report on the 2023 Boundary Commission review of Parliamentary constituencies has been issued for consultation. The consultation closes on the 5 December 2022.
The address of the review is: https://boundarycommissionforengland.independent.gov.uk/
Posted: Thu, 10 Nov 2022 13:58 by Kath Gruber
Support available to help manage finances
Release Financial Charity (Release) are a money education charity (financial capability) providing training, guidance and information to educate, equip and empower people with the crucial life skill of managing their finances and making informed choices. Due to a recent award of National Lottery funding they are expanding their offer into North East Derbyshire.
If you wish to discuss this please contact... Read More »
Posted: Wed, 12 Oct 2022 10:43 by Kath Gruber
Official Book of Condolence
It is with the greatest sadness that Pilsley Parish Council learnt of the death of Queen Elizabeth II
There is a local Book of Condolence available at St Mary's Church between 10am-12pm every day
If you wish to record your condolences the link to the official Book of Condolence is below.
Posted: Fri, 09 Sep 2022 15:07 by Kath Gruber
The one thing everyone aged over 66 needs to know
if you are of state pension age (so currently 66 or older) and have total weekly income under roughly £200, then get online at www.gov.uk/pensioncredit or call the pension credit helpline on 0800 99 1234
Posted: Fri, 02 Sep 2022 12:15 by Kath Gruber
Civility & Respect Pledge
Pilsley Parish Council believes now is the time to put Civility and Respect at the top of the agenda and start a culture change for the local council sector.
At the Parish Council meeting on 1/8/2022 the Council agreed to signing the Civility and Respect Pledge to show its commitment in treating all Councillors, the Parish Clerk, all employees, members of the public, representatives of partner organisations... Read More »
Posted: Wed, 17 Aug 2022 16:14 by Kath Gruber
URGENT - Financial Help for people aged 66 and over
Are you one of the million pensioners missing out on a critical boost to your income? This payment is worth on average £3,300 a year, It's called pension credit, and this year it also means you get an extra £650 to help with energy bills.
If you are of state pension age (so currently 66 or older) and have total weekly income under roughly £200, then get online at www.gov.uk/pensioncredit... Read More »
Posted: Mon, 15 Aug 2022 11:07 by Kath Gruber
Cost of Living Crisis
With food and fuel costs at an all time high and energy costs set to skyrocket in the coming months, the impact on Pilsley people could be increased struggles to pay for essentials like food and heating, as budgets get stretched to breaking point
In partnership with St Mary's Church, the Citizen's Advice and local residents the Council has set up a working group to look at practical action we can take... Read More »
Posted: Tue, 09 Aug 2022 18:01 by Kath Gruber
A61 South
Derbyshire County Council (DCC) are consulting on issues affecting local travel on our roads. One of the roads they are looking at is the A61 between Chesterfield and Clay Cross, which is likely to see a number of new housing and commercial developments in the years ahead. This could make the road busier.
They are now looking at how we can manage congestion and reduce emissions on the road and provide... Read More »
Posted: Tue, 02 Aug 2022 11:50 by Kath Gruber
Parish Council Meeting 4 July 2022
Posted: Wed, 29 Jun 2022 13:28 by Kath Gruber