Parish Council Meeting;

There is a presentation from Badger Builders tonight at the Parish Council meeting, 7.30pm Community Centre, with regard to a potential development off Repps Road, at the back of Rising Way. Members of the public are welcome to attend.

Policing Update;

The following is a local policing update for the Rural Flegg Villages neighbourhood

Weekly crime summary 12 January 2016

At present we are suffering a spate of shed and outbuilding burglaries in the area. These buildings are often left insecure or with old or damaged locks that are no deterrent to offenders.

Following a few simple measures can improve the security of your shed or outbuilding and make life difficult for thieves:

· Good security lighting works well but as some break ins are carried out during daylight hours shed alarms can also be purchased which will sound when a break in is taking place.

· Outer perimeter security also needs to be maintained making access to the shed harder for any offenders, so keep fences in good order and lock any gate access.

· Fit quality mortice locks or padlocks, ideally in two places on the door, to reduce the leverage available

· It is a good idea to keep details of high value items such as bikes and lawn mowers, take photographs, note the make, model and serial number and also ensure they are added to home insurance cover.

· Overtly mark your property with your house number and postcode – permanently marked property is less attractive as it is difficult for a thief to sell.

If you notice any unusual activity you can contact police on 101, or if you believe a crime is actually in progress please dial 999. You can also call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

There are many useful home security tips on our websitewww.norfolk.police.uk or you can request crime prevention advice by contacting your Safer Neighbourhood Team on 101 and asking for Richard Wolsey, Crime Reduction Officer for Great Yarmouth.

Winter weather

Norfolk Police are advising motorists to be aware of the wintery weather that is forecast for later this week. Sleet and snow showers are expected, which can result in driving conditions deteriorating fast and make driving hazardous. Please note the following advice:

Make sure all your car lights are working and you have no failed bulbs. Ensure that dirt, salt and snow is cleared away from light fixtures.
Always ensure all windows are fully cleared of any snow, frost and condensation before setting off on a journey – it is illegal to drive with obscured vision.
Clear any snow from the top of the car as this can fall down and obscure your windscreen while you are driving.
Keep windscreen washer fluid topped up as windscreens quickly become dirty from traffic spray and salt from the roads.
Make sure you have sufficient fuel for your journey. Keep the fuel tank topped up.
Give yourself extra time for your journey and drive at a constant speed. Accept your journey will take longer and don’t take risks.
Take a mobile telephone with you and make sure it is fully charged. Carry a mobile charger in the car.
If you get stuck in the snow stay with your car, but in an emergency if you do need to leave it, park it out of the main traffic route, where it won’t cause an obstruction when conditions ease.

Leave a contact number on the inside of the windscreen and return to your car at the first opportunity you have.

Planning Application;

The following has been received at the Parish Council office;

BA/2015/0412/HOUSEH

31 Riverside, Martham, Norfolk, NR29 4RG.
Repair/replace existing boat dyke piling with sweet chestnut poles as per BA recommended solution and replace soil washed away over the  years back to the height of my neighbours plot which is approximately 12″ higher than mine.

Weekly Crime Summary w/c 5th January 2016

The festive period was busy but there were very few incidents of disorder and when they did occur they were isolated and dealt with swiftly reducing the impact on the wider community.

Police are once again reminding all residents of the importance of crime prevention and to use the ‘close it, lock it, check it’ system for home security, double checking that windows and doors are properly secured to help prevent burglary.

Christmas presents such as new electricals, jewellery and cash are attractive pickings for burglars and a large proportion of burglaries continue to be committed by offenders walking into unlocked houses or climbing through open windows.

Witnesses sought following Yarmouth attempted robbery

Detectives are investigating after an incident of attempted robbery in Great Yarmouth.

It happened around 2am on Wednesday 23 December 2015, when a man has walked into a shop on St Peter’s Road and has demanded cash and threatened the shop owner with what is thought to be a kitchen knife.

Nothing was stolen and no one was injured as a result of the incident.

The male is described as being white, 5 foot 6 inches tall, between 25-30years old, of a medium build and was wearing a dark coloured jacket, blue jeans, trainers, a red Christmas hat and white beard.

Anyone who may have witnessed this incident or anyone with information should contact Det Sergeant Graeme Talbot at Great Yarmouth CID on 101 or call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

Maintenance work needed:

The Parish Council are looking to get some maintenance work done on the wooden benches on the Village Green. If you know anyone who would be prepared to quote for this please can you ask them to contact the Parish Clerk on 01493 749938.

Spare time?

Make your New Year’s resolution to fight crime in your community by volunteering for Crimestoppers in Norfolk

Norfolk Crimestoppers is calling for volunteers to help keep the county safe.

The charity currently has a network of over 600 people across the UK who work on a voluntary basis.

With experience in everything from campaigning to marketing, business networking and fundraising, they’re considered an integral part of Crimestoppers.

Now the charity is looking to reinvigorate its efforts in Norfolk by enlisting the help of more volunteers – including a chairperson to head up the committee in the county.

Antonia Litten Regional Manager for Crimestoppers said: “Crime affects everybody and this is a fantastic opportunity for the public to use their skills and experience to make a difference in Norfolk.

“Crimestoppers really does make a difference in the county and I’d like to continue that success with a team of volunteers here.”

Norfolk’s Police & Crime Commissioner Stephen Bett added: “By volunteering for Crimestoppers you can help empower the public to give information on crime and help keep their community safe.

“I’m sure there are plenty of people in Norfolk who are keen to get involved and with their help we can make the county an even safer place to live.”

Crimestoppers is an independent crime-fighting charity, separate form government and the police, which allows the public to give information about crime anonymously and securely through the 0800 555 111 number and their Anonymous Online Form.

Last year the charity passed 694 pieces of actionable information to Norfolk Constabulary, which resulted in 54 arrests and charges – an increase of 17% on the year before.

If you’re interested in volunteering in the Norfolk, you can contact volunteering@crimestoppers-uk.org or visit the websitehttps://crimestoppers-uk.org/g…/volunteer-for-crimestoppers/