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Today we published draft recommendations for new divisions, division boundaries, and division names for Derbyshire. We are now inviting comments on those recommendations. Our consultation closes on 1 April 2024. If you represent a local organisation or community group in Derbyshire, please pass this message on to your members or anyone you think who might be interested in the review. You can share the message by email or through social media by using the buttons at the bottom right of the page. Draft recommendations report https://localgovernmentboundarycommissionforengland.cmail20.com/t/j-l-sdihkn-dhhhurzut-j/ Draft recommendations map https://localgovernmentboundarycommissionforengland.cmail20.com/t/j-l-sdihkn-dhhhurzut-t/ Summary of the draft recommendations https://localgovernmentboundarycommissionforengland.cmail20.com/t/j-l-sdihkn-dhhhurzut-i/ Have your say You can take part in the consultation by clicking the button at the top of this message or through our website https://localgovernmentboundarycommissionforengland.cmail20.com/t/j-l-sdihkn-dhhhurzut-d/, which includes further information about the Commission and the review. We encourage everyone who has a view on the draft recommendations to contact us, whether you support them or whether you wish to propose alternative arrangements. We will consider every representation received during consultation, whether it is submitted by an individual, a local group or an organisation. We will weigh each submission against the legal criteria which we must follow when drawing up electoral arrangements: *   to deliver electoral equality: where each councillor represents roughly the same number of electors as others across the county; *   that the pattern of divisions should, as far as possible, reflect the interests and identities of local communities; *   that the electoral arrangements should provide for effective and convenient local government. It is important that you take account of the criteria if you are suggesting an alternative pattern of divisions. If you wish to put forward a view, we would also urge you to ensure that evidence supports your submission. For example, if you wish to argue that two areas should be included in the same electoral division, make sure you tell us why they should be together, providing evidence about community facilities, ties, organisations, and amenities, rather than simply asserting that they belong together. Our website features technical guidance https://localgovernmentboundarycommissionforengland.cmail20.com/t/j-l-sdihkn-dhhhurzut-h/ that explains the process and our policies, as well as guidance on how to take part in each part of the process. Promote the review in your area with our promotional poster https://localgovernmentboundarycommissionforengland.cmail20.com/t/j-l-sdihkn-dhhhurzut-k/ Get in touch We welcome comments on our draft recommendations by 1 April 2024. Representations should be made: - Through our website https://localgovernmentboundarycommissionforengland.cmail20.com/t/j-l-sdihkn-dhhhurzut-u/ - By email to reviews@lgbce.org.uk - Or in writing to Review Officer (Derbyshire), Local Government Boundary Commission for England, PO Box 133, Blyth, NE24 9FE

The link below is to Derbyshire County Councils reporting tool which can be used to report many issues relating to roads etc including requesting alterations to the highway to improve road safety. https://www.derbyshire.gov.uk/transport-roads/roads-traffic/report-a-road-fault/report-a-road-fault.aspx When the Parish Council receives a report about an issue relating to the roads in the community, they are reported using the tool. However, it is very helpful to raise the profile of issues if others also report the problem. This could be for a number of reasons including blocked drains, potholes and encounters experienced with regard to road safety. Please use the reporting toll if you encounter a problem.

The Parish Council are applying for funding to refurbish the children's playground in the village. We would be grateful for help from anyone who has experience in applying for funding. If you are able to assist please email the Clerk - smpc.clerk@outlook.com.

Derbyshire Community Drop in events for residents and businesses affected by flooding during Storm Babet The Environment Agency in partnership with Derbyshire County Council are arranging a series of public drop in events for communities affected by flooding. The events will be an opportunity for residents and businesses affected by flooding to discuss their concerns and seek advice. here will be an opportunity to find out about the grants and support available for property flood resilience (PFR) measures, learn about the Environment Agency’s flood warning system, and talk about your experiences with flooding. There will also be the opportunity for you to ask questions and learn about work being undertaken by the Environment Agency and Derbyshire County Council to help reduce the impact of flooding in their area. Due to the number of communities impacted by Storm Babet we are unable to run events in each individual community affected and have needed to group communities together and target those that have been impacted the most. Each event will be open to anyone from the surrounding area who would like to attend. List of events planned: Monday 15th January, 2pm to 7pm, Room 107, Strutts Centre, Derby Road, Belper, DE56 1UU For communities in Ambergate, Belper, Duffield, Denby, Lower Kilburn, Little Eaton & surrounding areas Friday 19th January, 2pm to 7pm, Baslow Village Hall, Nether End, Baslow, DE45 1SR For communities in Hathersage, Grindleford, Curbar, Eyam, Stoney Middleton, Beeley, Rowsley & surrounding area Tuesday 30th January, 2pm to 7pm, Ilkeston Town Football Club, New Manor Ground, Awsworth Road, Ilkeston, DE7 8JF For communities in Langley Mill, Ilkeston & surrounding area Tuesday 6th February, 2pm to 7pm, The Peveril Centre, Buxton Road, Castleton, Hope Valley, S33 8WP For communities in Castleton, Hope, Bradwell & surrounding areas Friday 16th February 2pm-7pm Sawley Memorial Hall & Community Centre, Draycott Road, NG10 3FR For communities in Breaston, Long Eaton, Sandiacre & surrounding areas Locations & Dates to be confirmed – Pinxton, Pye Bridge, Jacksdale, Ironville - waiting on venue confirmation

Stoney Middleton Parish Council has three Councillor vacancies. The Parish Council work hard to make improvements to our village and it is increasingly more difficult without the correct number of Councillors. Please consider getting involved and becoming a Parish Councillor to help your community thrive and improve. If you require any information, please see the attached advert or contact the parish clerk by email or phone. Please send applications to smpc.clerk@outlook.com to be received by Friday 2nd February 2024.

Stoney Middleton Parish Council (SMPC) wishes to appoint a Parish Clerk to work alongside the Responsible Financial Officer. SMPC is a proactive council with 7 councillors working on behalf of the community. This is a part-time post; 20 - 25 hours per month, mainly working from home. Attendance is required at 10 evening meetings per year, usually on the first Monday of each month. There are no meetings in January and August. The preference is to appoint someone who lives within a 10 mile radius of Stoney Middleton. The salary is per the LC2 Scale; Spinal Column Points 18 – 23, starting at £15.21an hour plus an allowance for home working. A laptop will be provided and a mobile phone allowance will be made. SMPC is ideally looking for someone with previous experience in this kind of role, with drive and enthusiasm, and a real interest in serving and being involved in the local community. Add to this excellent administration, IT, and written and verbal communication skills and you could be the person SMPC is looking for. SMPC will support a suitable candidate in meeting necessary training requirements. To request a job description or ask for more details about the role please contact the Parish Clerk by email at smpc.clerk@outlook.com or telephone at 01433 631782. To apply, please submit your CV, together with a covering letter stating why you should be considered for the role, using the above email address. The closing date for applications is 5pm on Friday 26th January 2024

Stoney Middleton Parish Council would like to wish all a very merry Christmas and a healthy and happy New Year.

The contractor who is replacing the fencing along the concessionary path is starting the work today 30th November 2023. If possible, avoid using the path for the next couple of days. If you do need to use it, take care and keep dogs on leads please.

Please see the attached information about decorating a tree for the Christmas Tree Festival at St Martin's Church

Please see attached information on free parking in December

Stoney Middleton Parish Council (SMPC) wishes to appoint a Parish Clerk to work alongside the Responsible Financial Officer. SMPC is a proactive council with 7 councillors working on behalf of the community. This is a part-time post; 20 - 25 hours per month, mainly working from home. Attendance is required at 10 evening meetings per year, usually on the first Monday of each month. There are no meetings in January and August. The salary is per the LC2 Scale; Spinal Column Points 18 – 23, starting at £15.21an hour plus an allowance for home working. A laptop will be provided and a mobile phone allowance will be made. SMPC is ideally looking for someone with previous experience in this kind of role, with drive and enthusiasm, and a real interest in serving and being involved in the local community. Add to this excellent administration, IT, and written and verbal communication skills and you could be the person SMPC is looking for. SMPC will support a suitable candidate in meeting necessary training requirements. To request a job description or ask for more details about the role please contact the Parish Clerk by email at SMPC.Clerk@outlook.com or telephone at 01433 631782. To apply, please submit your CV, together with a covering letter stating why you should be considered for the role, using the above email address. The closing date for applications is Friday 1 December 2023 at 5 pm. Interviews will be held in the following week

Please see the attached letter from the Parish Council and the link to the housing need survey. Please can you complete by 30th November 2023 Housing need survey for Stoney Middleton and Calver - Derbyshire Dales District Council