Cerney News Announcement
September 2007


LIGHTING CONSULTATION
Gloucestershire County Council has a scheme to switch off alternate street lights in villages across the county between midnight and 5.30am (GMT), to save money on electricity, and also reduce CO2 emissions and light pollution. The Parish Council is in favour of this, but before progressing the scheme it would very much like to hear of any specific concerns residents may have. A detailed plan showing precisely which lights are to be affected will be available for inspection in the Village Hall on Thursday, 4th October between 4pm and 6pm. A representative from GCC Street Lighting department will also attend.

CYCLING ON FOOTPATHS
A complaint has been received about cyclists using the footpaths in the village. Besides being dangerous and against the law, it shows the total disregard by those guilty, for the rights of pedestrians using the footpath. It is particularly hazardous for those residents exiting their properties onto a footpath and being confronted by a cyclist.

PCSO CONTACT
For those of you with access to the internet through email it is now possible to contact PCSO Pooley through her email address: lesley.pooley@gloucestershire.police.uk

BRIDAL PATH CLOSURE
Scottish and Southern Energy are planning to install a new high voltage cable between Cricklade and the Spine Road along the route of the old railway line. The company is aware that a certain amount of disruption is unavoidable but will do its utmost to keep this to a minimum and would be grateful for your understanding and co-operation whilst works are ongoing. The work is scheduled to commence on or about 17th September and the programme is expected to take approximately 12 weeks. Every effort will be made to adhere to this timetable although site conditions may force adjustments. Further information can be obtained from Richard Bishop on 07767 850216.