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A monthly magazine for the residents of Hopton-on-Sea FREEMarch 2019 - Issue 3 Volume 9

Parish Council Election NewsNomination papers now available –

see inside back cover.

Next Parish Council MeetingMonday 11 March 2019, 7pm in the

Village Hall. All welcome.

Also in this edition:

Annual Village Litter Pick Saturday 6 April 2019

Picnic in the Park Sunday 14 July 2019

Awesome Archery

On Monday 4th February, a KS1 Archeryteam took on other local schools at

Caister Academy.

We are so proud of our Archery team.More photos are available on the

Hopton CE Primary School website.

Following much concentration and accurateshooting, the team finished FIRST.

The one-off additional refuse collection, organised by your Parish Council on Saturday 2 February 2019, was well used. Many residents dropped their extra rubbish off at one of the three collection points and were thankful to be rid of old doors (26 in total), tumble driers, microwaves, built in wardrobes, tv's, vacuum cleaners, wheelbarrows and a multitude of garden furniture with general household waste that that built up over time. Plenty of garages were cleared out, leaving room for the cars! Thank you to GYB Services, their operatives and Parish Councillors who helped on the day. The cost of this additional service to the Parish Council was £440 and from feedback received from residents, it was well worth the money.

Photo courtesy of Cllr. John Tonks

Phoenix Karate Schools Black Belts, Ben Palmer and Billy Baker presented a cheque for £515 to Alison Kerrison Office Manager, Joanne Smith Assistant Practitioner and Staff Nurse Lisa Nettleton of The Sandra Chapman Centre at The James Paget Hospital last week, after funds were raised at the Karate School by a 'Onesie week' donation before Christmas and 'Charlie's Christmas Lights' at Potters Drive in Hopton during December.

Phoenix Karate

Hopton Primary Academy has been revelling in sports glory since Christmas. On Wednesday 30th January 2019, a KS1 and Lower KS2 gymnastics team attended a local competition at Ormiston Venture Academy.

Both teams finished SECOND, a whisker away from first place with Year 2 qualifying for the KS1 County Finals at UEA later on in February. We are so proud of all our young gymnasts.

Gymnastics Glory

Refuse Collection

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dear reader,

March 2019

We hope you enjoy reading your monthly copy of Village News. If you have a news article or something you would like published, please get in touch, using the contact details below.

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Gorleston Makes Music

Calling all amateur musicians and a chance to win £250 when you enter Gorleston Makes Music.

Gor les ton Makes Mus i c i s a mus i c competition organised by Gorleston-on-Sea Rotary Club.

2019 will be the 6th year of the competition which is open to amateur musicians. So if you are a singer, instrumentalist, member of a choir, band, rock, jazz, folk performer we would like to see you at our auditions. The auditions will take place at ENSFC on Thursday 11th of July starting at 4 pm when we will select 6 entries to appear at the Finals to be held at Rotary Bandstand on Gorleston sea front on Sunday 18th August starting at 2pm and you will have the chance to win, £250 1st place, £100 for 2nd, 3rd will be £50 and 3 runner ups will receive £25 each.

Details of entry can be obtained by e-mailing R o t a r i a n S t u a r t H a l l a t stuarthall1947@live.co.uk and entries must be returned by 30th of June.

Hopton Bowls Club

We are now recruiting new members for the coming 2019 season. We play outdoor bowls afternoons and evenings, friendly roll ups and league games . We a re look ing fo r experienced and beginners (coaching can be given). We are a very friendly club and have social activities including BBQ's, fun days, and some lunches and dinners at restaurants.

The club was formed in 1919. We are celebrating our Centenary this year, and looking forward to several events throughout the year.

Hopton Bowls Club is situated behind St Margaret's Church, Lowestoft Road, entrance through Church yard. If anyone is interested please contact Roger Aldous 01502 732093 or Ray Milburn-Hughes 01502732985.

Ritson Lodge - Music

Do you play an instrument? If so, would you be happy to give an hour of your time every fortnight or every week? At Ritson Lodge we are looking for musicians to play either one to one or on a group basis to our residents – please get in contact with Jodi Rutherford on 0 7 7 4 1 1 4 7 0 7 8 o r Jodi.rutherford@barchester.com if you are interested.

Items for Sale

Man's road bike (as new), 6' x 4' shed, chicken coup, punch card knitting machine, various childrens' toys toddler to school age, various wood burning tools, various pieces of wood, set of four ladies indoor bowls size 2.5 and bag, various books, various James Bond videos, sewing machine, various LPs. All items open to offers. Phone Karen 07824 629793 or 01502 731122

Welcome to Hopton

If you are new to Hopton, welcome! A copy of Village News will be delivered through your door every month. It should help you keep in touch with what's going on in the village. If you have any queries or we can help in any way please contact the Clerk 01502 730768 or pop into the Office at the Village Hall, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday or Fridays between 9.30am and 1.30pm. The Pa r i sh Counc i l ' s webs i te a l so has information at the click of a mouse.

www.Hopton-on-sea-parish-council.norfolkparishes.gov.uk

We look forward to seeing you at one of the many events being held throughout the year in the village.

Hopton on Sea Youth Club

As you are probably aware the Annual Village Litter Pick is on Saturday 6 April 2019, meeting at 10.30am at the Pavilion Building on the Recreation Ground. At this time, it is likely that at least 2 of the adult youth club volunteers will be attending, we would love to see some of our members take part with their families. We hope to see you there.

Just a reminder that items of value (phones/tablets/money) brought to club by the members are done so at their own risk, the youth club is not responsible for any loss or damage. We would recommend such items be left at home. £2 spent at the tuck shop covers the cost of a drink, bag of crisps, chocolate bar and sweets (free tap water is also available).

The youth club will not be open Friday 12th and 19th April due to the Easter Break.

Any adult wishing to support the youth club, be it once a month, on an emergency basis or to help set-up the equipment from 6:30pm before the children arrive, we would love to hear from you.

We are open on Friday evenings in the village hall during school term times, from 7pm until 9pm. Membership is open to youngsters from Hopton, Corton and Blundeston, currently Year 5 up to 17 years of age. We are covered by the current DBS regulations for all of our volunteers.

Please contact Liz or Karen on the numbers below i f you have any quest ions. Alternatively, you can call in to see us at the Village Hall.

Liz: 07729 093748

Karen: 07412 941276

Email: hoptonyouthclub@outlook.com

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MARCH 2019Church Services & important dates in the

Coastline Parishes during March 2019.

Every Monday – Drop In at 10h00 – 12h00 in St Margaret's Vestry, Hopton-on-Sea.

Every Friday during Lent – 18h00 - Lent Learning followed by 19h00 – The Gathering in St Margaret's Vestry - for Christian Fellowship and learning.

Dear Parishioner,

I am writing this month to ask for your attention and timely response to the process set out below.

The Church of England is established by Parliament and is governed and guided Laws and Measures, one of which is the Synodical Government Measure 1969.

Under the Church Representation Rules, 2019 has been earmarked for the preparation of a New Electoral Roll.

Therefore all persons who wish to have their names entered on the new Roll, whether their names are entered on the present Roll or not, are requested to apply for enrolment.

To this effect, under the Church Representation Rules any lay persons are entitled to have their names entered on the roll if they—

(i) are baptised and aged 16 or over;

(ii) have signed a form of application for enrolment; and either

(iii) are members of the Church of England or of any Church in communion with the Church of England being resident in the parish or (not being resident in the parish) having habitually attended public worship in the parish during the six months prior to the application for enrolment;

or:

(iv) are members in good standing of a Church (not in communion with the Church of England) which subscribes to the doctrine of the Holy Trinity declaring themselves also to be members of the Church of England and having habitually attended public worship in the parish during the period of six months prior to enrolment.

Forms of application for enrolment can be obtained from the Electoral Roll Officer*. In order to be entitled to attend the annual parochial church meeting and to take part in its proceedings, forms of application for enrolment must be returned as soon as is possible.

Electoral Roll Officers – Corton – Mrs Ann Butcher & Hopton-on-Sea – Mr Ken Harvey

* https://www.churchofengland.org/sites/default/files/2017-10/Fees%20Table%202018%20%20-%20A4%20-%20all.pdf.

24th February – 2nd Sunday before Lent 09h30 Sung Eucharist, St Bartholomew's, Corton11h00 Sung Eucharist, St Margaret's, Hopton-on-Sea

3rd March – Sunday next before Lent 09h30 All Age Worship, St Bartholomew's, Corton11h00 All Age Worship, St Margaret's, Hopton-on-Sea

5th March – Shrove Tuesday 19h00 Bring & Share Pancake Supper in the Vicarage

6th March – ASH WEDNESDAY 12h00-14h00 Deanery Chapter in the VicarageLent begins 19h30 Liturgy in St Mary's, Blundeston

8th March – Friday 18h00 Lent Learning in St Margaret's Vestry,19h00 The Gathering in St Margaret's Vestry

10th March – 1st SUNDAY OF LENT 09h30 Eucharist with hymns, St Bartholomew's, Corton11h00 Eucharist with hymns, St Margaret's, Hopton-on-Sea

14th March – Thursday Young Peoples' Activity in St Margaret's Vestry

15th March – Friday – EMBER DAY 18h00 Lent Learning in St Margaret's Vestry19h00 The Gathering in St Margaret's Vestry

17th March – 2nd UNDAY OF LENT 09h30 Eucharist with hymns, St Bartholomew's, Corton11h00 Eucharist with hymns, St Margaret's, Hopton-on-Sea

18th March – PATRICK OF IRELAND (transferred)

20th March – Wednesday – CUTHBERT 19h00 Corton PCC Meeting in the Vicarage

21st March – Thursday – THOMAS CRANMER 19h00 Hopton PCC Meeting in the Vestry

22nd March – Friday 18h00 Lent Learning in St Margaret's Vestry19h00 The Gathering in St Margaret's Vestry

24th March – 3rd UNDAY OF LENT 09h30 Eucharist with hymns, St Bartholomew's, Corton11h00 Eucharist with hymns, St Margaret's, Hopton-on-Sea

25th March – Monday – ANNUNCIATION OF OUR LORD TO THE BLESSED VIRGIN MARY

29th March – Friday 18h00 Lent Learning in St Margaret's Vestry19h00 The Gathering in St Margaret's Vestry

31st March – MOTHERING SUNDAY 09h30 All Age Eucharist, St Bartholomew's, Corton11h00 All Age Eucharist, St Margaret's, Hopton-on-Sea

5th April – Friday 18h00 Lent Learning in St Margaret's Vestry19h00 The Gathering in St Margaret's Vestry

6th April – Saturday 16h00 Private Renewal of Wedding Vows

7th April – 5th SUNDAY OF LENT 09h30 Eucharist with hymns, St Bartholomew's, Corton11h00 Eucharist with hymns, St Margaret's, Hopton-on-Sea

PRIOR NOTICEOn Sunday, 21st April this year the EASTER DAY 06h00 Dawn Liturgy, followed by the usual Easter Breakfast, will be held at St Bartholomew's Church, Corton.

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News from St. Margaret's Church

A very belated thank you to all those who helped to decorate the church at Christmas.

On March 10th and throughout Lent we will be providing Lent Lunches on Sundays after the service which begins at 11.00am, and is approximately one hour long. We will ask for a minimum of £3 towards the Bishop's Lentern charity.

Pam Perry will be running children's activities from 9.00 until 10.30 am for Mums and toddlers on Thursday 14th March and 3.30 'til 5.30 for primary aged children also on 14th March. The theme is Children of the Bible. This will take place in the Vestry at St. Margaret's Church. I am sure that families will enjoy these activities.

Irene Nickerson, Churchwarden

“with Carers at the heart of everything we do”

Carers Matter Norfolk is a service to support unpaid carers across Norfolk. There are local Career Connectors providing face to face support, within a carers own home or place of their choice. This could be helping to navigate and understand local services, benefits, housing and adaptations or providing emotional support and assisting them to attend local activities.

Carers Matters Norfolk provides the following support:

7 days a week Freephone Advice Line

Emotional Wellbeing support in the caring role (counselling)

Education and Training through events and sessions

An online e-learning portal (designed by carers for carers)

Online community in The Pod, where carers can engage in peer support and speak to other carers

Live chat support on their website with Advice Line

Grants for local peer support groups

Membership of Carers Voice – carers can have their voice on services and decisions which affect them and the person they care for.

Whatever the question or need the Advice Line Team are available 8am to 8pm Monday to Friday, 4pm to 8pm Saturday and 8am to 12 noon Sunday on 0800 083 1148 or visit the website www.CarersMattersNorfolk.org.uk

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HOPTON 12:55 13:10OLD CHURCH ROAD, LAY BY, NR31 9BZ

HOPTON 13:15 13:35ROGERS CLOSE, NR31 9RP

Next visits:20 March, 17 April.

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STOP Feeding Seagulls in Residential Areas

The Parish Council and GYBC are experiencing a high number of calls regarding the feeding of seagulls in the village. Please stop feeding seagulls in residential areas because:-

It encourages them to steal food and waste.

It makes the gulls aggressive towards humans. There have been several attacks.

It causes a nuisance.

Certain species of seagulls are classified as vermin and will establish a colony if regular feeding takes place. Removal of colonies is an expensive and time consuming business.

Their droppings are corrosive and carry pathogenic bacteria.

These bacteria include E-coli and Cryptococcus. Ingestion of these bacteria can be fatal, especially in the young or elderly.

They are noisy, often starting their cries as the sun rises.

If established, their nests can block gutters and chimneys.

If you wish to feed wildlife please use a bird feeder and offer the correct food.

Your co-operation is greatly appreciated.

Here are just some of the seagull attacks that have been reported in the press: Seagull attack on a 2 year old child. Pet dog pecked to death by seagull. Pensioner breaks pelvis in seagull attack. Boy nearly loses finger in seagull attack. A successful prosecution was reported in another County where a resident was fined £1,850.00.

Should you wish to report anyone feeding seagulls please call GYBC on 01493 846478

General Knowledge Quiz(answers at the bottom of the page)

1. Who was the jeweller to the Russian Court famous Easter Eggs

2. Zambia and Zimbabwe used to be called what

3. Which annual sporting event between two teams started in 1829

4. What shape were the sailors plates in Nelsons navy

5. What is the staple food of one third of the worlds population

6. Who performed the first heart transplant in South Africa

7. What is the common name for the star Sirius

8. Who won six consecutive Wimbledon titles in the 1980s

9. What's missing from ale that's included in beer

10. Who is the only American President elected unopposed

11. How many Hopton Parish Councillor vacancies are there to fill on the 2 May 2019 election

12. Where can you pick up a nomination form to stand for the Parish Council election

Answers: 1. Faberge, 2. Rhodesia, 3. The University Boat Race, 4. Square, thus the saying a Square Meal, 5. Rice, 6. Christian Barnard, 7. Dog Star, 8. Martina Navratilova, 9. Hops, 10. George Washington, 11. Eleven vacancies, 1 in the north ward and 10 in the south ward of Hopton, 12. From the Office at the Village Hall or Town Hall Great Yarmouth.

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All Change …

Not only is the Parish Council Election taking place on 2 May 2019 (see inside back cover of this magazine for full details), the Parish Plan 2008 to 2018 has also come to an end.

What's your future vision for the Village?

We hope you have enjoyed reading the Parish Plan final review, printed in the January and February editions of Village News. It's now time to look ahead into 2019 and beyond, and we would like to hear from residents with your thoughts on future projects, objectives and plans for the village.

How can the village be improved? What additional services would you like to see? How can the Parish Council help you? We look forward to receiving your thoughts and ideas.

Contact us by telephone 01502 730768 (speak to Julie), e-mail hoptonparishclerk@hotmail.com or contact one of the Parish Councillors as listed in this magazine.

Thank you for taking the time to map out the future of Hopton-on-Sea.

Cllr. Ian ConstableChairman

Hopton-on-Sea Parish Council01502 731578

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HOPTON-ON-SEA PARISH COUNCILMinutes of the Parish Council Meeting held on Monday 11 February 2019 at the Village Hall Station Road Hopton-on-Sea Great Yarmouth NR31 9BE commencing at 7pm.

Present: Parish Cllrs: Ian Constable (Chairman), Chris Garratt (Vice-Chairman), Dennis Ball, Andy Petersen, Ruth Straughan, John Tonks.

Also present: B. Cllrs. Sue Hacon and Carl Annison. Julie McNair, Clerk to the Council and nine members of the public.

The Chairman pointed out some housekeeping matters in relation to the fire alarm, emergency exits, mobile phones etc.

Hopton Holiday Village has taken on responsibility for the boat and will be repairing or replacing it shortly. HIB are not giving up completely and will continue to maintain the gardens at the Village Hall and Doctors Surgery for at least the next year. Those areas sponsored. Despite HIB's article in Village News magazine, no volunteers have come forward even though there was plenty of support on social media. After much discussion it was proposed by Cllr. Petersen and seconded by Cllr. Tonks that the Parish Council obtain quotations from gardeners to maintain the planter on Anglian Way, wishing well, wheelbarrow and two planters at the entrance/exit to the village, and to seek sponsorship from local businesses. This was unanimously agreed.

To consider a letter from NCC dated 22 January 2019 proposing the revocation of two existing Traffic Regulation Orders (TROs) relating to the Lowestoft Road, north past Noel Close towards Valley Farm, funded by The Trustees of Edna May Rackham as part of the planning conditions associated with their housing development at Lowestoft Road reference 06/17/0438/O.B. Cllrs. Hacon and Annison advised that the Appeal in relation to the planning permission for 18 bungalows was likely won by the Trustees because GYBC is unable to show it has a five year land supply (currently 2.3 years). Hopton's Borough Cllrs. nor the Parish Council were advised by GYBC of the Appeal decision that took place in September 2018. Sustrans has raised no objection to the lifting of the TRO's but would like a dual purpose pathway along that stretch of road, with a speed limit of 20mph.HPC didn't object to the planning application in 2017, but a two page list of comments were submitted for consideration, which included concerns about the condition of the road, removal of the gate, fly tipping, sewerage system, landscaping and other matters. After much discussion it was proposed by Cllr. Constable and seconded by Cllr. Tonks that the Parish Council respond to NCC, agreeing to the TRO's being lifted, but reiterating the comments made in 2017 regarding that area. The Parish Council will also request that the gate remain in place for access to the site when building starts, which will safeguard the area from fly tippers and travellers. The proposal was unanimously agreed.

To consider street lighting on the Lowestoft Road.The street light outside the Church is very dim. B. Cllr. Annison will send a request to GYBC to better illuminate lamppost LO396R.

To consider matters relating to the Recreation Ground Lowestoft Road.a) Disposal of various equipment stored in the Pavilion Building. It was proposed by Cllr. Constable and seconded by Cllr. Ball to dispose of the lining machine which is faulty and cannot be repaired. Cllr. Constable will action by the end of March 2019. The boot cleaner will be added to next month's Agenda.

To consider matters relating to the Millennium Garden/Ruin.a) Quotation from Norse to carry out an inspection of trees and thereafter submit a written report. The quotation of £332.80 plus VAT was discussed. It was proposed by Cllr. Constable to accept the quotation and carry out an inspection every four years thereafter. This was seconded by Cllr. Petersen and unanimously agreed. b) Request to plant a Golden Rose, with a small plaque, in memory of a loved one. The rose bed is at full capacity. Following discussion it was proposed by Cllr. Tonks to create a new rose garden on the north west side, left of the tower, to accommodate the increasing number of requests to plant memorial roses. Roses in the existing bed are not to be transferred to the new bed. This was seconded by Cllr. Ball and unanimously agreed.

To receive a brief update on matters arising from the Minutes:-a) S106 Recreational facilities update on progress. Adam Nicholls, Head of Planning and Growth, GYBC has responded advising that he

To consider any apologies for absence. Parish Cllr. Chris Thomas, County/Borough Cllr. Andy Grant.

To receive declarations of interest in respect of items on the agenda and consider any requests for dispensation. There were none.

To confirm the Minute of the meeting held on 14 January 2019. It was proposed by Cllr. Tonks and seconded by Cllr. Garratt to approve and adopt the Minute. This was agreed by majority vote (5 in favour, 1 abstention due to absence at the last meeting). The Chairman signed the Minute.

To receive County and Borough Councillors' Reports. B. Cllrs. Annison and Hacon advised they have information in relation to items 7 and 11.a) below.

To receive and consider the Clerk's reports:-a) Correspondence as listed and circulated to all Cllrs.b) Planning applications received:-06/19/0004/F 27 Warren Road. Single storey side and rear extension; replacement roof and carport addition. No objection by the Planning Committee. 06/19/0024/F Holly Lodge Hall Road. Proposed front entrance porch. With the Planning Committee. Return by 18.2.19Planning Permissions Granted by GYBC:- 06/18/0639/F 1 Orde Way. Demolition of existing conservatory and replace with rear and side garden room extension, with external chimney. 06/18/0340/F Rear of 4 Barn Close. Sub-division of site for new 2 bedroom bungalow and vehicular access. 06/18/0698/F Hopton Holiday Village Warren Road. New steel portal framed laundry building. Refurbishment of existing laundry building to accommodate the maintenance team providing storage, office space and welfare facilities. Relocation of gas bottle storage, provision of new aggregate storage bins and parking area for maintenance staff vehicles, all within fenced off maintenance yard. Planning Permissions Refused by GYBC: NoneOther: Revocation of two existing Traffic Regulation Orders (TROs) – see item 7 below. c) Finance. Nine cheques and one direct debit from the business current account totaling£1874.63. One cheque in favour of Hopton Community Land Trust for £3,352. 00representing the balance of money held on their behalf. It was proposed by Cllr. Garratt andseconded by Cllr. Ball to approve the cheques and bank reconciliation statement. This wasunanimously agreed.

To consider taking on responsibility for maintaining the wheelbarrow, wishing well and other flower beds in the village when Hopton in Bloom (HIB) disband later this year. After nineteen years, the small HIB team have reluctantly decided, from September 2019, to relinquish maintenance of the planter on Anglian Way, wishing well on the Lowestoft Road, the wheelbarrow on the corner of Station Road and the two planters at the entrance and exit to the village. The two planters are currently sponsored by Hopton Pharmacy until that time. Maintenance for these areas is approximately 6 hours per week during the growing season.

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If you would like a copy of the Parish Council Minutes in larger print, please contact the Clerk on 01502 730768

(office open Monday, Tuesday, Thursday Friday 9.30am to 1.30pm).

These minutes are in draft format and unconfirmed until approved at the next Parish Council meeting. The Clerk to the Parish Council can be contacted in the following ways:- e-mail hoptonparishclerk@hotmail.com, Tel: 01502 730768 or in person at the village hall, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday 9.30am to 1.30pm. Website: http://hopton-on-sea-parish-council.norfolkparishes.gov.uk/

To read Parish Councillors' Reports (previously submitted in writing).a) Monthly update from the Parish Council's nominated representative Trustees, Village Hall Management Trust. Item postponed to the March 2019 meeting.

Public Forum.Members of the public raised the following items (in summary):- a) A resident thanked the Parish Council for organising the additional refuse collection. A thank you letter will be sent to GYB Services for their help. b) Four trucks arrived in Seaview Rise to remove one redundant lamppost and a further truck arrived to exchange another. A total waste of resources, and two men didn't even get out of the truck. Further details to be provided to the Clerk so that the appropriate authority can be contacted. ‡£“£̂‹·¤N@@n¤¿”@v‹††£“¤@‹·@'¶…·§@¥¤@ƒ£·@§¤»£‹†”@h‹”@g„£·»N@@a·§́@c††„N@bN@‹”@ƒ¶·»£ƒ»@»¶@•¤„”¶·@t«¤@g„¶…•_@t„…”»@l£·§@c¶‡‡…·‹»́@h¶•»¶·@ƒ¶·»£ƒ»@„¤”‹§¤·»@£@§¶¤”@h¶¿@ƒI@ To confirm the date and time of the next meeting of Hopton-on-Sea Parish Council. Monday 11 March 2019, 7.00pm at Hopton Village Hall. Confirmed.

The Chairman closed the meeting at 7.59pm.

12. will endeavour to update the Parish Council on the timescale in relation to the tendering and procurement process for the new equipment for the Recreation Ground and Millennium Garden. B. Cllr. Hacon has a meeting with Adam Nicholls tomorrow to discuss why this process has taken so long. It was proposed by Cllr. Constable to wait for the outcome of the meeting between Cllr. Hacon and Adam Nicholls, and if no tangible progress has been made, to make a formal complaint to GYBC. This was seconded by Cllr. Petersen and unanimously agreed. b) Shelter Recreation Ground. Planning permission is being submitted. c) Fixing of gutter brushes. The clips have been received. Cllr. Tonks proposed Saturday 2 March, or Saturday 9 March for the installation. This was seconded by Cllr. Constable and unanimously agreed. d) Refuse collection Saturday 2 February 2019 – feedback. The three drop off points were well used by residents with over 3 tonnes of refuse collected. Sixty seven coupons were collected, although many residents returned several times to dispose of rubbish. e) Village litter pick Saturday 6 April 2019, 10.30am Pavilion Building. This event has now been registered with Keep Britain Tidy, the Great British Spring Clean. Details in Village News magazine. f) Parish Council Election Thursday 2 May 2019. The key dates are 20 March 2019 for the Notice of Election and collection of nomination packs. The close of nominations is 4pm on 3 April 2019 and papers should be delivered to the Town Hall at Great Yarmouth before the deadline. Please see notice boards or Parish Council website for more details.

Notice of Annual Parish Council Meeting

Date: Monday 13 May 2019 Time: 7pmWhere: Hopton Village Hall All Welcome

To all Electors in the Parish of Hopton-on-SeaThe Annual Parish Meeting is separate to the Annual Parish Council Meeting and is held between 1st March and 1st June each year.

Please be advised the Annual Parish Meeting is to be held at Hopton Village Hall on Monday 13 May 2019. The meeting will commence immediately after the Annual Parish Council Meeting.

The Annual Parish Meeting is an Electors meeting at which any matter of relevance to the parish may be discussed in open forum*.

Agenda

1. To elect a Chairman for the Annual Parish Meeting. (If the Chairman of the Parish Council is present, he/she must preside).

2. To confirm the Minute of the Annual Parish Meeting held on 14 May 2018.

3. To receive copy reports from community groups on their work throughout the year.

4. *Any other business.

Julie McNair, Clerk to the Parish Council can be contacted in the following ways:- e-mail hoptonparishclerk@hotmail.com ¶''‹ƒ¤N@@«£††@‰‹††£“¤@»«¤@£»@•¤„”¶·@‹·@¶„@WSPWVX@PQUPR@t¤†Z@Website:http://hopton-on-sea-parish-council.norfolkparishes.gov.uk/

Dated: 1 March 2019

All groups and organisations in Hopton are invited to submit an annual report/summary. Please e-mail to the Clerk or drop into the office before the meeting date. Thank you.

13.

14.

Can you do Just OneThing for us?

Could you help with bucket collec�ons in May?On Saturday 4th May we have 2 collec�ons in

the Great Yarmouth area:

Tesco Superstore Caister, 9am-5pm

Tesco Extra Great Yarmouth, 9am-5pm

Can you spare 1 hour (ideally 2) to 'shake abucket' and help us raise money for people incrisis in the Great Yarmouth area? All money

raised will be used locally

If you can help, or know someone whocan, contact Senior Community Fundraiser,

Paul Fleet, on 01603 253 412 orpfleet@redcross.org.uk

PG 9Village News - Hopton-on-Sea

We have the following staff vacancy: - LUNCHTIME ASSISTANT

We are seeking a lunchtime assistant to work alongside our lunchtime team. The hours of work will be 7 1/2 per week 11.50 – 1.20 Monday to Friday. This position is a term time only permanent position, we would also consider a job share.

The scale of pay is A point 6

Hopton Primary School is a thriving village church school with well-motivated pupils and positive and enthusiastic staff and strong links with the local community and church.

To be able to communicate well with children & staff Be able to work well as part of a team The ability to respect confidentially at all times

Our school is strongly committed to safeguarding, promoting the welfare of children and equality of opportunity; we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A full DBS check and reference vetting will be required for the successful candidate; all procedures and checks as in the school's Safeguarding Children Policy will be followed.This post will come under the requirements of the Childcare (Disqualification) 2009 Regulations and the successful applicant will be required to complete a declaration form to establish whether they are disqualified under these regulations.

Visits to the school are warmly welcome please contact the school to make an appointment.

The closing date for applications is 15th March 2019 at 9.00 am and interviews will be held on 26th March 2019, with a view to starting 1st April 2019. Application forms and job descriptions can be obtained from the school office. Please contact Mrs H. Kelly on 01502 73048

Hopton Church of England Primary AcademyHeadteacher: Mrs Christabelle Whiteley-Tye, B. Ed Hons, NPQH

Coast Road, Hopton-On-Sea, Great Yarmouth, NR31 9BTTel: 01502 730489 Email: office@hopton.norfolk.sch.uk

Web: www.hopton.norfolk.sch.uk

Community Event in Hopton

The Great British Spring CleanAnnual Village Litter Pick

Saturday 6 April 2019

Please join us to help keep the villagelooking clean and tidy

Meet at the Pavilion Building Recreation Ground,Lowestoft Road at 10.30am for this very worthwhile

community event.

Please wear suitable clothing for the weather, and ifpossible bring your own gloves and litter pick. Some

litter picks will be available on the day.

Children must be supervised at all times.Everyone is welcome.

A Certificate will be awarded to all children attendingas a thank you.

PG10 Read the magazine online at www.hopton-on-sea-parish-council.norfolkparishes.gov.uk

MARCH2019

Monday – Main Hall 1

Bowls Club 1.30 – 4.00pm

Belly Dancing Class 7.30 – 8.30pm.

Monday – Smaller Hall 2

Pilates 10am – 11am

1pm to 3pm – Breathe Easy Meeting (11 March)

3.45pm to 4.15pm – Grade 1 Tap

4.30pm to 5pm – Primary Ballet

5.15pm to 5.45pm – Primary Tap

Parish Council Meeting (11 March) 7.00 start. All welcome.

Whole body toning exercise class 7pm – 8 pm

Tuesday Hall 1

Latin Rhythms (Suitable for all) 9.15 to 10.15am

Zumba Gold 10.30 to 11.30am

Slimming World Classes 5.30pm and 7.30pm.

Tuesday Hall 2

Matti & Mimi's Toddler music & Movement 1.30 to 2.15pm

4.15pm to 4.30pm Grade 4 Tap,

5pm to 5.30pm Grade 2 Tap,

Spiritualist Church and Healing Centre.

6.45 – 7.45pm Healing

8.00 – 9.30pm Class

Wednesday Hall 1

Phoenix Karate School. 6.00pm – 7.00pm Juniors 5+

7.00pm – 8.00pm Seniors

Wednesday Hall 2

Basic / Improvers Adult Tap 6.30pm to 7.00pm.

Advanced Adult tap 7.15pm to 7.45pm.

Hopton Parish CouncilNEXT MEETING DATES

Hopton on Sea Parish Council meetings take place on the second Monday each month commencing at 7pm in Hopton Village Hall. Notice of the meetings, with a copy of the Agenda, are posted on the notice boards in the village before each meeting. Minutes are published in Vil lage News magazine and displayed on the notice boards. A public forum takes place during each session where you can raise issues that are of concern to you. We look forward to seeing you at the next meeting. If you are unable to attend a Parish Council meeting but would like to speak to a Councillor please use the contact telephone numbers listed. The Parish Council Office at the Village Hall is open Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday, 9.30am to 1.30pm.

Next meeting dates for 2019:

11 March, 8 April, 13 May (Annual Parish Council

Meeting followed by the Annual Parish Meeting), 10

June, 8 July, no August meeting, 9 September, 14 October, 11 November, 9

December.

Your Parish Councillors are:-

Ian Constable

Chairman

Chris Garratt

Vice-Chairman

Dennis Ball

Lennie Gent

Andy Petersen

Ruth Straughan

Chris Thomas

John Tonks

Julie McNair,

Clerk to Council

Your Borough Councillors:

Carl Annison

Andy Grant

Sue Hacon

Your County Councillor:

Andy Grant

Your MP:

Brandon Lewis

01502 731578

01502 731287

01502 731927

07801 827552

07747 153295

07801 658612

07557 375850

07956 873232

01502 730768 (office)

e-mail: hoptonparishclerk@hotmail.com

01493 656854

07754 512152

01493 444271

07754 512152

01493 659732

Thursday Hall 2

3.45pm to 4.15pm Tiny Tappers,

4.30pm to 5pm Grade 5 Tap Seniors

5.15pm to 6pm 11+ Street Dance,

6.15pm to 7pm Intermediate Adult Tap

Friday Hall 1

Baby Yoga 9.30am to 11am (Term time only)

Baby Groovers – 4pm to 4.30pm (Term time only)

Under 8's Ballroom and Latin 4.30pm to 5pm (Term time only)

Over 8's Ballroom and Latin 5pm to 5.45pm (Term time only)

Youth Club 7.00 – 9.00pm (Term time only)

Friday Hall 2

Tiny Talk 11am to 12pm

Primary Ballet 3.30pm to 4.30pm

Youth Club 7.00 – 9.00pm (Term time only)

Saturday Hall 1

Bowls Club 1.30 – 4.00pm

Saturday Hall 2

Academy of Dance (Term time only)

8.30am -9.15am Grade 1 Ballet

9.30am – 10.00am Grade 3 Ballet

10.15am to 11am – Mini Ballet

11.15am – 12.00 Preparatory Ballet

12.15pm – 12.45 pm Grade 4 Ballet

1pm - 1.45pm Grade 2 Ballet

2pm – 2.45pm Modern

Sunday Hall 2

Spiritualist Church and Healing Centre

7.00 - 9.00pm Divine Service

For more information on classes, please see thenotice boards in the Village Hall.

Events this Month:

18th March – NHS Blood Donors

The Parish Council Election will be heldon 2nd May 2019 at the same time as

the GYBC Election.

What does this mean for Hopton? There will be eleven Parish Cllr. seats available in Hopton, 10 in the south ward and 1 in the north ward. If eleven, or a lesser number of candidates put their names forward, these candidates will be elected unopposed (no requirement for a vote by the public). If there are more than eleven candidates, there will be a contested election and the residents of Hopton will vote on Thursday 2 May 2019 for their choices.

Have you thought about becoming a Parish Councillor? Some Councillors �t their responsibilities and duties around their full time job, and others are retired. The only pre-requisite is that you live in Hopton, or within 3 miles, are on the electoral register, aged over 18 and of good character, with some time to spare.

What we aim to do: As part of the third tier of Government (non political) the Parish Council has responsibility for ensuring local services run smoothly.

Deciding how much to raise through the Precept (part of the Council Tax paid to GYBC) in order to deliver services.

Consulting on planning applications. Improving the quality of life and the environment in the village.

Working to identify issues which are important to the lives of residents. Working to bring about improvements through local projects, lobbying other service providers and working in partnership with other parishes and agencies. Bringing people together with community events.

The publication of Notice of Election will be displayed from Wednesday 20 March. The Close of Nominations is 4pm on Wednesday 3 April. The necessary Election Papers/nomination forms are from the available nowTown Hall, GY or from the Parish Council's Office at the Village Hall. To obtain an electronic version please e-mail hoptonparishclerk@hotmail.com or download from the Parish Council's website http://hopton-on-sea-parish-council.norfolkparishes.gov.uk/ and click on Diary of Events Page/Election.

Training:The Parish Council will organise initial training for newly elected Parish Cllrs. on Saturday 11 May in the Village Hall at 11am, to enable the necessary paperwork to be signed and to ensure that new Cllrs. are sufficiently prepared for their �rst meeting on 13 May, which is the Annual Parish Council Meeting. The Parish Council meet on the second Monday every month at 7pm in the Village Hall.

If any residents would like more information please contact Electoral Services GYBC 01493 846548 or the Parish Council Clerk 01502 730768 e-mail hoptonparishclerk@hotmail.com

HELP KEEP YOUR AREA TIDYjoin the

ANNUAL VILLAGE LITTERPICK IN HOPTON

Saturday 6th Aprilmeeting at the Pavilion Building, Recreation Ground,

Lowestoft Road at 10.30am forthis very worthwhile community event.