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Weekly Update from Durrington: 26th August 2024
Hello everyone, and welcome to another weekly update from Durrington! It's been quite a busy week here in our village, so let's dive right into what's been happening.
Monday was a bank holiday, and while most people enjoyed the day off, I received a complaint about an overgrown hedge along the lane from Meads Road to Marina Close. It's important to keep our pathways clear for pedestrians and those using wheelchairs, so I made a note to address this issue promptly.
Tuesday was all about safety as I took it upon myself to cut back the foliage along the link path from Meads Road to Marina Crescent. These hedges, owned by householders, had grown unchecked, causing obstructions on the footpath. I kindly remind all residents to keep their hedges trimmed to ensure everyone can move around safely.
Wednesday brought more hedge-related complaints, this time from Church Street and the footpath between Hackthorne Rd and Milston. When complaints like these arise, I report them to the Town Council, who then contact the householders. If necessary, Wiltshire Council steps in to trim the hedges, with costs borne by the homeowners.
Thursday saw me taking action to install street name plates in our village. We've been waiting for Wiltshire Council to replace some missing plates for months now, so I've decided to set up temporary ones next week. Email communications were also completed, leaving me just enough time to spend an hour at the allotment – a peaceful break from the day's tasks.
Friday was particularly eventful, starting with a meeting on Operation Lazurite, which focuses on the positive resettlement of Afghan families within Larkhill and the surrounding areas. Later, I attended a WC Area Board liaison meeting to prepare for our next Area Board session in September. Additionally, I took a proactive step by submitting a £500 grant application for the Durrington Community Church. This funding will support their efforts in assisting local Afghan families with language skills and education materials, such as notepads, writing equipment, and English language textbooks.
As we head into the weekend, the weather looks promising, and I have a list of tasks waiting for me at home – from picking apples to cutting grass and even painting walls. I hope you all have a wonderful weekend, and I'll be back next week with more updates from our vibrant community.
Until then, take care, and goodbye for now!
A week in the life
Graham Wright