LITTLE MILTON  NEWSLETTER

www.littlemilton.org.uk

August  2006

PARISH COUNCIL

The Council meeting held on Wednesday 12th July was attended all Parish Councillors, the Clerk, the County Councillor and the District Councillor. There were no members of the public in attendance.

Triangle of land adjacent to Wells Farmhouse

The Clerk informed the meeting that he had spoken with Howard Perkins at OCC who had agreed that there was a need for a separate locality map that identified the location of the land that required to be registered as a village green. The Clerk also reported that he had arranged a meeting with Mrs Victoria Robinson who had offered her professional services to assist in the resubmission of the application to register the land as a village green.

   Footpath in front of Cremar Cottages

The Clerk stated that OCC had inspected the footpath and did not deem it to be an immediate hazard. However they indicated that they would have the suggested improvements to widen the path assessed by the Highway Assessment of Maintenance Priorities (HAMP).

   Site plans for lease documents

The Council agreed that the location plan that supported the extension to the Village Hall was not suitable to be used as a substitute within the lease documents for the Village Hall and Orchard. The Council accepted that it would be better to wait until the extension to the Village Hall has been completed before a final set of drawings are produced.

   Conditions of Service for Parish Clerk

Mr Barry Coward reported that a draft contract of employment and job description had been prepared and that it had been circulated to the Council members. The Council accepted the documents and the contract of employment was signed by Mr Stuart McGill on behalf of the Council and by the Clerk.

   Parish Plan

The Clerk reported that he had extracted relevant information from the Oxfordshire Rural Community web site and it was agreed that the papers would be circulated to Council members to allow an informed discussion at the September Council meeting.

   The Lamb

The Clerk stated that he had spoken with Mr Paul Thomas of Punch Taverns who had informed him that a full planning application for the modifications to the Lamb was being submitted to SODC.

A329 Advisory Group

The Chairman welcomed Mr Peter Ronald from OCC Highways to the Council meeting. Mr Ronald was invited to the meeting to brief the Council on the changes to the funding of transport schemes in 2006-2011.

In the past the County Council has had a programme of Community Safety Schemes i.e. pedestrian crossings, traffic calming, new footways or cycle tracks and low cost junction improvements. However these schemes no longer produce sufficient benefits to meet the objectives of the Local Transport Plan (LTP). In view of this any schemes outside the LTP can only be progressed if there is an alternative source of funding. Other than through the Parish Council precept there are two important sources of potential funding available through Accident Remedial Measures and Better Ways to School.

Mr Ronald emphasised that he could only address real problems and not perceived ones. However he was happy to work with the Council to establish if there was a traffic speeding issue within the village. Mrs Alison Shelton agreed to advise Mr Ronald of where he should conduct the survey within the village.

There was a brief discussion on the number of traffic signs as you approached the village and Mr Ronald stated that he had an objective to reduce the clutter. However a large number of the signs were required to meet the traffic regulations in respect of the pre-warning of the build-outs.

Mrs Alison Shelton reported that there had been a meeting of the A329 Committee. The Committee were looking to re-focus and establish a list of priority actions as well as developing a closer link with the school. She stated that a presentation will be made by the committee at the September meeting.

Planning

P05/W0736 – Alteration to vehicle access and erection of double garage

The Chairman informed the meeting that the appeal against a refusal to grant planning permission by SODC had been dismissed by an inspector appointed by the Secretary of State for Communities and Local Government.

OCC Highways –Stone Wall Haseley Road

The Chairman advised the Council that the damage to the wall had now been repaired. The Clerk expressed his appreciation for the prompt action.

   Letter from Boris Johnson M.P.

The Chairman reads out a letter from Boris Johnson in response to a letter sent by the Council asking him to support the Sustainable Communities Bill. He shared the concerns behind the Bill but stated that the promoters of the Bill were being encouraged to work on a pilot scheme to assess the feasibility of their current plans.

Village Shop/Post Office

The Chairman invited Council members to attend a meeting that he had set up with Jane Barker of ORCC and Tessa Hennessy of Cooperative Futures to discuss legal structures and share issues in respect of the proposed new Post Office/Village Shop. He also circulated a schedule that detailed the volunteers who are prepared to perform various tasks or are prepared to support the set up of the new Post Office/Village Shop.

The Parish Council will meet on Wednesday 13th September 2006 at 8.00 p.m. in The Pine Lodge Little Milton unless there is a need to convene any planning or other meetings.

R. Fergusson Parish Clerk

Please note that the complete minutes of the Council are now included on the Council website www.littlemilton.org.uk  after they have been approved by the Council.

Freedom of Information Act – Parish Council Publication Scheme

Residents can see the records of the policies and practices of the Parish Council

including minutes, financial information and responses to planning

consultations, on request from the Parish Clerk (Raymond Fergusson –279150). Current Council member are:

Mr Stuart McGill Chairman       Mr Simon Oddie Vice Chairman

Mrs Mabel Wood    Mrs Alison Shelton   Mr Barry Coward Mr Tim Robinson

A PLEA FROM LITTLE MILTON SCHOOL CHILDREN

I was quite surprised when a large white envelope dropped through my letter box one evening in late June. I opened it with my usual curiosity and was really surprised to find a letter written by children of Little Milton School and signed by nine children. As I read the contents of the letter I was immediately struck by its sincerity and its appeal for action. The contents of the letter are as follows:-

“Dear Mr Fergusson,

Could you ask the dog owners who let their dog’s poo on the footpath and in the playing field to pick it up please? We walked back from the playing field and there was lots of poo on the footpath. Please help us!”

Sadly the children are echoing the demands made to local dog owners by the Parish Council over many years. I am sure we are talking about a minority of individuals but their failure to take their responsibilities seriously results in misery for our school children. The Parish Council is investing in the recreation ground and encouraging its use by the local school children. The Parish Council has a responsibility to ensure that dog owners clean up after their pets and have powers to ensure that they do. I am sure that we all want to live in a community where we all act in a responsible way but sadly this has not worked for the minority of dog owners. We all need to take responsibility in this area and if we see dog owners not picking up after their pets should we not remind them of their duty to clean up?

Let us all make sure our footpaths and recreation ground are safe areas for our children to enjoy.

Raymond Fergusson, Parish Clerk

SODC: WASTE MANAGEMENT CONTRACT

For a charge of £35 residents can arrange for their unwanted vehicle to be collected from within the District and a charge of £7.50 per bulky item e.g. fridge furniture etc. To arrange this service residents can call the Public Amenities Team on 01491 823416 or print a copy of the form from the Council’s website www.southoxon.gov.uk .

BANK HOLIDAY REFUSE COLLECTION

Please note the following changes to the refuse collection days:

Normal Collection Day                                   Day to be Collected

Tuesday 29th August                                         Wednesday 30th August

SOUTH OXFORDSHIRE DISTRICT COUNCIL –GARDEN WASTE COLLECTION

Your bin will be collected on the same day as your normal refuse and recycling. Please ensure however that your bin is placed in a safe place that does not obstruct the pavement or highway. The dates for August are as follows:-

Tuesday 1st August, 15th August & Wednesday 29th August

If you are interested in this service please contact SODC Public Amenities on 01491 823416 or email: public.amenities@southoxon.gov.uk or visit www.southoxon.gov.uk

COMMUNITY WASTE VEHICLES – DOMESTIC WASTE ONLY

The Oxfordshire County Council Waste Recycling Centres at Redbridge and Oakley Wood are open Monday to Saturday

8.30 a.m. – 4.00 p.m. and Sunday 9.00 a.m. – 4.00 p.m.

SOUTH OXFORDSHIRE DISTRICT COUNCIL

MULTI-SPORTS CAMP

Action packed, 3 days of fun filled sporting activities giving young people the opportunity to master the skills in a range on Olympic sports.

Venues: Lewknor/Wallingford/Goring Dorchester/Crowmarsh/Didcot

Date:    25 July – 31 August

Age:     8-13 year olds

Time:    10 am – 3pm

Cost:     £25.00

To book, please call 01491 823417

OXFORDSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL NEWS

COUNTY WEBSITE RATED ONE OF THE BEST

The results of a new survey of council websites have rated Oxfordshire County Council’s site tops for quality of its content. The site came second for ease of use and for the quality of content. It was ranked fourth for clarity of information and 10^th for its general look and feel. To see it for yourself, visit www.oxfordshire.gov.uk

BECOME A HOME SUPPORT WORKER

Oxfordshire County Council is working with 11 key partners to provide home support across the county for the next three to five years. Our partners are currently recruiting and to find out what they have to offer, please contact 01844 343371 for opportunities in the Thame area if you are reliable, hard-working, trustworthy and considerate. Becoming a Home Support Worker is a great chance to do something valuable in your local community.

GRASS CUTTING ROTA FOR AUGUST

W/E 5th August                                    -           Tim Robinson

W/E 12th August                       -           David Hawkins

W/E 19th August                       -           Raymond Fergusson

W/E 26th August                       -           Phil Jones

W/E 2nd September                  -           Stuart McGill

CHURCH CLEANING ROTA FOR AUGUST

W/E 5th August                        -          Mrs. G. Taylor/Mrs H Ridley

W/E 12th August                       -          Mrs A. Hawkins/Mrs. S. Jones

W/E 19th August                       -          Mrs. M. Davies/Mrs S A Dennis

W/E 26th August                       -          Mrs L. Lovegrove/ Mrs C Coward

W/E 2nd September                  -          Mrs E. Summers/ Mrs A Jones

Sally Ann Dennis 278029

CHURCH FLOWER ROTA FOR AUGUST           

W/E 6th August                                    -          Shirley Leach   

W/E 13th August                       -          Shirley Leach               

W/E 20th August                       -                                 

W/E 27th August                       -          Sally Ann Dennis

W/E 3rd September                   -          Sally Ann Dennis

We are looking for new volunteers to help with flowers in the church.     

If you can spare a short time on a Friday or Saturday and would like to help, please contact me. No skills needed just enthusiasm!

Teresa Quested

BELL RINGING PRACTICE DURING AUGUST

Just to let Villagers know that the Bell Ringers will be ringing in St. James’ Church, Little Milton on 

Tuesday 1st August                                           7.30 pm. to 9.00 pm

Tuesday 8^th August                                           7.30 pm. to 9.00 pm

Sunday 13th August                                        10.30 am to 11.00 am

Tuesday 15th August                                         7.30 pm  to 9.00 pm

Tuesday 22nd August                                        7.30 pm. to 9.00 pm.

Tuesday 29th August                                         7.30 pm. to 9.00 pm.

Raymond Fergusson (279150)

A YEAR AFTER THE LONDON BOMBINGS.

It is a year since the grim events which took the lives of fifty two ordinary people on their way to work. At Aldgate East, Edgware Road, Great Russell Street and Tavistock Square there was mayhem as one explosion after another did its terrifyingly dastardly work.

In the year that has passed, we’ve learned with sadness as well as anger of the British-born young men who planned and perpetrated the evil deeds. But set against that we’ve admired the downright courage of so many who were injured. We’ve been impressed, if not moved, by the sense of responsibility and care shown by say the bus driver, who incidentally, is of Greek origin. We’ve been deeply humbled by the tireless efforts of our emergency services who faced horrific scenes at close quarters. And we’ve noted the recrimination too, inevitable in its way, as people have lived through the shock and faced the real world again.

For eleven years I served in the Diocese of Coventry, and often I would go to its Cathedral. Any visitor or person like myself, who walks down the main isle, cannot but have their eyes drawn to the series of huge granite block with biblical texts carved on them which are set into the walls. They are like stepping stones put there to help people find their way forward. “Come unto me,” one of them says, “all ye who labour and are heavy-laden and I will give you rest.” Another says, “Father, forgive.” The cathedral was built to help a community recover from a World War II bombing raid that destroyed large parts of the city centre and claimed many, many lives. 

Word can’t do justice to our feelings when incidents like these occur but perhaps the best we can do is to take comfort in the age-old wisdom of scripture which recognizes the tears that are to be found at the heart of things, but also points the way to hope for the future.

Dear Lord, heal those with wounds that still ache and memories that are still raw. And help us build a society where no sense of alienation will again drive people to do such deeds, through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Victor Story

FROM THE RECTORY.

FROM THE REGISTERS.

In the past few weeks we have had two baptisms and welcomed two little ones into the Lord’s family. On Sunday 25^th June, Lily Henrietta Bullard was baptised, and on the 9^th July, Charlie David Lionel Willoughby was also baptised. Please do remember these children and their families in your prayers.

RYCOTE CHAPEL SERVICE.

Please do remember this very special Service at 10.00 a.m. on the last Sunday in August. It really is a magical setting for any service. Once again Mr. & Mrs. Taylor allow us to hold our benefice Communion Service there. So please, put Sunday 27th at 10.00 in your diary, and please try not to let anything else squeeze it out.

RECTORY GARDEN PARTY.

Just a reminder that I look forward to seeing you all on August 12^th from      2.00 p.m. at the Rectory for this annual event. Please do come along if you can.

Victor

01844 279498

RIDE or STRIDE 9^th SEMPTEMBER 2006

This is a sponsored event to raise money for St James’ church and the Oxfordshire Historic Churches Trust. Your contribution will be divided equally between the two.

This annual event is an excellent opportunity for families to enjoy together as they either walk or cycle to different sites. Last year we only had one family taking part and I hope that more people will take up the challenge. If you are interested in participating please contact me for a sponsorship form.

Raymond Fergusson 279150

CONGRATULATIONS

Congratulations to Kay Fleck from all her friends on her 90^th birthday this month. Ed

BENEFICE SERVICES FOR AUGUST

GREAT MILTON METHODIST CHURCH Minister:  Revd. Derick Chambers Tel: 212019

SUNDAY SERVICES IN AUGUST

For further information please ring me.

Evelyn Holme 278938

THANK YOU FROM GEOFF CHERRY

Geoff Cherry would like to thank everybody who supported his sponsored abseiling in aid of Cancer Research.

Ed. Well done Geoff

LUNCH AT THE LAMB

There in is no lunch at the Lamb in August but look out in the September Newsletter for our next get together

Ann Hawkins 279526

THE PINE LODGE

July saw the long awaited Jazz Picnic Concert, with Harvest Moon, an excellent Jazz/Swing 7 piece band including our very own Laurelle, with Barbecue magnificently provided by Peter Vogt, Keith Warren-Price, and Phil Busby.

The weather in the week had been uncomfortably hot, so as the weather broke towards the weekend we hoped for cooler more comfortable conditions. Ooops!

Over 70 people, many sporting dinner jackets and tuxedos, including some who had driven by and seen the signs, came in and set up their picnics, rugs and chairs in anticipation of what was to come. Champagne corks popped, and the audience settled down to the Little Milton equivalent of the Garsington Festival!

Gorgeous music wafted over the field for over 2 hours, but as the time went by, the temperature dropped and the wind rose, so there was a constant stream of people donning winter clothing to prevent hypothermia setting in. In the Bar the ever resourceful helpers swapped cold beer for hot tea and coffees-much appreciated-and the evening finished with the audience on its feet and dancing to the finale (a very good way to warm up again!)

Thanks to Richard Alliston for all his hard work in setting up the event, and to Bruce & Alison for their loan of the Marquee (sorry!). Thanks again to Peter, Keith and Phil for their amazing BBQ, and thanks to Mabel, Chris, Teresa, Dee, John B and Ron for their help on the evening.

NEXT EVENTS

QUIZ NIGHTS

The next Quiz Night after our summer break takes place on Saturday September 23^rd, and then again on Saturday 18^th November, so put these dates in your diary!

WINE APPRECIATION COURSE

We now have 16 attendees for this course, so this will go ahead from September onwards. If you would like to add your name to the list, please contact Chris Coward on 278970

HORSE RACE NIGHT

There will be an exciting evening celebrating the sport of kings on 14^th October-details to follow.

THE FIREBIRD TRAVELLING PLAY

We have booked the Oxford Travelling Theatre Company for their production of The Firebird on Saturday, 25^th November 2006.

CINEMA CLUB

I am delighted to say we have had a very good response to this idea, and I will be making the grant application very shortly for the video equipment. If you didn’t return your form, please collect a replacement from the Post Office and fill it in ASAP. The more forms we have completed, the better chance we have of getting the grant.

The 7.1 Surround sound system is now fully operational, and should give any cinema a run for its money-Tyrannosaurus Rex Noises included!

VOLUNTEERS & COMMITTEE MEMBERS NEEDED

We all enjoy the events provided by the Pine Lodge Committee, but this does place a heavy burden on the members of the committee, who in most cases have

full time jobs and still manage to organise, cook, sell tickets etc. We would be very grateful if you would like to join the committee, to inject new ideas, or help out at the odd event. If you feel you would like to help, give Stuart a ring on 279092 or Teresa on 278922.

SATURDAY 23^RD SEPTEMBER 2006-7.00 FOR 7.30PM

THE PINE LODGE

  QUIZ NIGHT

TICKETS £ 6.00 IN ADVANCE-£7 ON THE DOOR.

BAR- EXCELLENT ALES, LAGERS & WINES SUPERB FOOD INCLUDED-RAFFLE

ALL PROCEEDS IN AID OF

THE PINE LODGE FUNDS

Yes, we are back again-the little grey cells refreshed after the summer break, and another fun filled evening in store! In May after a thrilling contest the trophy went to the dark horses of the Shelton/Cameron team, and was celebrated in an inebriate way! Can Preston win it back?

Amusement guaranteed. Everyone welcome!

Please let Stuart know your numbers before the day-otherwise, no food!   01844 279092

Please note earlier time.

Tickets on sale at the Post Office.

SEE YOU THERE!

THE WRONG BOOKINGS!

You will know by now that the Pine Lodge is a very popular venue for parties,   weddings anniversaries etc for villagers and non villagers alike, and up till now, we have refused no-one who has wanted to book the Hall.

However, a teenage birthday party booked by someone from Garsington turned out to be a minor disaster, with damage not only to the Pine Lodge but also to the Play Area and the Multi Use Games Area.

We have therefore taken the decision to refuse bookings from outside the village for teenage events, which is sad, but we have a duty to prevent damage to the facilities we have.

Stuart McGill 279092

POST OFFICE/VILLAGE SHOP-

WE NEED YOU!

Following my article last month asking for volunteers to help in the new Post   Office/Village shop, you should by now have been contacted if you filled in your questionnaire and indicated your willingness to help.

However, some people ticked the boxes saying they would like to help, but then forgot to give their name address or telephone number. If you haven’t been contacted and would still like to help, please ring me on 01844 279092

Thanking you in advance

Stuart McGill

NEWS FROM LITTLE MILTON SCHOOL

SATS have been taken, reports written, and another year comes to a close at Little Milton School.  We say farewell to our leavers, and send them with our love and best wishes to their new schools. 

Our children have performed exceptionally well in their Key Stage 1 SATS, with 100% achieving at least the government’s expected level in all subjects, and 50% achieving well above in each of the subject areas – Maths, English and Science.

Our Sports Day took place at the recreation ground, in blazing sunshine, with the Red Team being triumphant.  As well as the usual running races and athletics activities, we had some non competitive events including parachute games and dribbling and scoring skills, which tied in well with our World Cup Theme!  Our attendance at the Partnership Mini Olympics at Wheatley Park School had prepared us well for the rigours of the day!

Six Juniors attended the Partnership Swimming Gala at the University Swimming Pool in Oxford, and performed very well.  Our star swimmer, Adam Caldwell, took  2^nd place in Front Crawl in the Year 4 race.The Infants enjoyed a day (despite the rain) at Hill End, where they took part in various activities, culminating in a Teddy Bears Picnic.  The Juniors will be orienteering for a day during the last week of term – we are hopeful that their map reading skills are such that we don’t come back to school with fewer children than we took!

Year 2 children completed their Global Garden Project with a visit to the gardens at Le Manoir aux Quat Saisons followed by a picnic and tour of Waterperry Gardens. 

It was a pleasure to welcome so many of you to our Maypole Evening.  The evening was a great success, with the children dancing beautifully, and no major tangles to report with the maypole ribbons!  I am grateful as always to the Friends of the school for organising the catering and bar for the evening.  The fine weather completed what was a typically “English” summer evening event.

When we return to school in September, the admissions process for the academic year 2007/8 will begin.  If you have a child who was born between 1^st September 2002 and 31^st August 2003 you will need to apply for a place at the school of your choice.  Please do contact the school in September if you would like to come and look around.

I would like to thank the many people in the village who support the school in so many ways – our governors, those who come into school to do Godly Plays, hear readers, run after school clubs, audit our accounts, parents and villagers who maintain the grounds, and all those who regularly attend our services and celebrations.  We are indeed grateful for your valuable support.

Eve Hunter

FRIENDS OF WELLS FARM

We plan to meet on Sunday 30^th July, and again on Sunday 3^rd September, when we intend to conduct a butterfly survey. The survey conducted earlier in the month, we found 9 different varieties of butterfly. Keep a look out for Marbled White’s probably the prettiest variety we have.

We also came across an Orchid flowering on the farm, a first we believe. It was a Pyramidal Orchid, this is a nice addition to the flower varieties.

We welcome anyone who would like to come along and get some fresh air. We meet in the Farmyard at 3.30pm.

Phil Jones 27812

CAN YOU HELP SOBELL HOUSE CHARITY?

Following the devastating fire at the charity’s Witney retail shop, we are asking the above question. We need all the help we can get from supporters, particularly as the shop could remain closed for some time. You can call Sobell House Hospice Charity on 01865 857007 or log onto our website, www.sobellhospiceoxford.org.

Thank you for your support.

FRIENDS OF LITTLE MILTON SCHOOL 200 CLUB

The prize wining numbers were drawn by the Little Milton School Children at their Good Work Assembly and were as follows:

July 2006

1st Prize           No 78               Keith Warren Price                   £20.00

2nd Prize          No 67               Mabel Wood                             £14.00

3rd Prize           No  1                Sue Marriott                              £10.00

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Sarah Sadler 278563

For the Friends of Little Milton School

GREAT MILTON F.C.

We have started Football training for the oncoming season.

Training is 6.30pm until 8.30pm every Wednesday at Great Milton recreational ground. The ground is situated by the former petrol pump garage, behind the Post Office.

We need players who are committed and want to play football every week. If you are interested please call for more information

                                    Lee: 07732 566903

                                    Paul: 07821 477482                   

BUCKS COUNTY SHOW- THURSDAY 31^st AUGUST 2006

This year the main attractions are The IMPS Motorcycle Display Team, The Band and Bugles of the Light Division, Horse, Cattle, Sheep and Home and Garden Classes, Rural Crafts, over 200 Trade Stands and new this year will be Shopping Marquee.

TALKING SCIENCE – Events at CCLRC Rutherford Appleton Laboratory

The CCLRC Rutherford Appleton Laboratory carries out world leading research ranging from the vastness of space to the invisibly small world of nanotechnology. All the lectures are free and many are suitable for families – age guidelines are shown for each lecture. If you are interested in what might be available please contact 01235 445000

SCIENCE OXFORD

There is a list of events that can be viewed on www.oxtrust.org.uk or you can ring 01865 728953.

ADVICE FROM THE CAB:

For more information and advice on consumer rights go to www.adviceguide.org.uk or contact your local CAB.

THAME AND DISTRICT CITIZENS ADVICE BUREAU

Advice line 01844 214827                        Appointment Line 01844 217186

WHEATLEY LIBRARY

Summer Storytime We will be holding two sessions during the school holidays, 8^th August and 22^nd August.  These events will take place from 11.00 until 12 noon and are open to all 4 – 8 year olds.  Tickets are FREE but must be collected in advance from the library.

The Summer Reading event will take place from 8^th July to 16^th September and is to be called the Reading Mission. We will have new books and many exciting initiatives to support this.

Junior Book & Video Sale We will be starting this sale on Tuesday 11^th July.  Many bargains to be found which will help keep the children entertained during the holidays

Our new e-mail address is wheatley.library@oxfordshire.gov.uk. The telephone number is unchanged at 01865 – 875267.

A reminder of the opening times:

Tuesday  2.00  – 7.00 p.m : Wednesday  9.30 am.- 1.00 pm.: 2.00 5.00 p.m.

Thursday 2.00  – 5.00 p.m. :Friday 9.30 a.m.- 1.00 p.m. : 2.00p.m.- 6.00 p.m

Saturday 9.30 a.m. – 1.00 p.m.

Carole Underwood (Library Manager)

BORIS JOHNSON MP – SURGERY DATES AND VENUES AUGUST

2006

There are no surgery dates in August.

The surgeries are very popular and it advisable that if you wish to make an appointment that you do so sometime before the surgery you would like to attend. Please contact 01491 612852 

CAR SERVICE TO THE DOCTOR OR HOSPITAL

The car service to the doctor or hospital is for anyone in the villages of Great Milton, Great Haseley or Little Milton. Passengers are required to pay:

Visit to Hospital £4.00 (passenger pays for any car park) and Visit to Doctor        £2.00

This service is made possible by a grant from the Parish Councils to help cover the driver’s petrol cost.

We are very short of drivers and if there is anyone willing to give a small amount of time, possibly twice a month, to drive either to the doctor or hospital we would be very grateful.

Thelma Blake 279567

GETTING THE RIGHT TREATMENT

NHS Direct

If you want advice or general information call NHS Direct on 0845 46 47. This is a 24 hour service staffed by nurses who can give confidential advice and information on what to do if you are unwell,

have any health concerns and give contact details or self help or support organisations. You can also visit their website at www.nhsdirect.nhs.uk

What to do when your GP practice is closed

If you need to visit a GP or health professional outside of normal working hours you can call our service on 0845 345 8995. We will then arrange for you to see the right health professional in the right

place. This service runs from 6.30 p.m. to 8.30 a.m. weekdays and 24 hours over weekends and bank holidays.

In an emergency please call 999 to talk to the ambulance service.

DEADLINE REMINDER – Please note that unless articles are in the hands of the Editor by the 20^th of the month (unless otherwise stated), such articles will miss the scheduled Newsletter. The views expressed in this Newsletter are not necessarily those of the Editor or the Parish Council. All material

for inclusion in the September 2006 Newsletter should be with the Editor at 27 Chiltern View, Little Milton, by 8.00 p.m. on 20th August 2006. The Editor reserves the right not to print items submitted for publication and to edit those items, which are published.

DATES FOR YOUR DIARY

AUGUST 2006