Spotlight for Plan

Helmdon Parish Plan will come under the spotlight again next week as residents of Helmdon and its surrounding areas gather for it presentation.

The final plan, written up as a result of the surveys sent out earlier this year is ready to be shown to the public and will be presented at a meeting next Wednesday, July 14, from 7.30pm in Helmdon Reading Room.

Danny Moody, chair of the steering group for the plan, is hoping plenty of residents will turn out for the presentation and show their support for the plan.

He said: "We have done a lot of consultation, now it's time to feedback to those who will be affected by the plan.

"Some things can be achieved very quickly and easily whilst others are more long term.

"We have looked at the needs of the village and produced a plan to help us meet them.

"The steering group has drawn up the 36-point plan in the hope that it can provide a new direction for the village over the next five to ten years.

Mr Moody added: "The plan will stay on paper and gather dust unless lot of volunteers come forward to help put the plan into action.

"There is something for everyone no matter how small or large their commitment.

"So far the support from the village has been fantastic.

"County councillor James Shepherd-Cross, district councillor Robin Digby and deputy chief executive of NACRE Rachael Abbott will all be on hand at the meeting to talk about the effects of the parish plans on local policies.

The Brackley Post - 9th July 2004