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A row has broken out over the re-develop-ment of what is claimed

to be one of Salisbury’s worst eyesores. Derelict for any years, Salis-bury’s Old Manor hospital site on Wilton Road, is causing more headaches. The local Primary Care Trust has been criticised for not putting the land and buildings to good use before now and wasting what could be a valuable asset for the National Health Service. Now, the long-running saga is coming to an end as NHS Wilt-shire is to sell the land for re-development despite requests for the site to be taken over by Wiltshire Council to be used for extra healthcare. But Wiltshire Councillor Rich-

on and win concessions. “I am very confused by the approach the PCT have taken with regard to the site. It has

drove through Salisbury 20 years ago, and yet they have resisted our recent attempts to develop it for ‘extra care’, and

housing at the last possible mo-ment. “Something does not quite hang together. It is possible the Minister - in this case several ministers from different parties over time) have refused to al-low the site to be developed for ‘extra care’ but I don’t think the PCT have really tried to achieve

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that result. I have written to the new Minister about the site. “The site is owned by the PCT which will cease to exist shortly. Wiltshire Council have been trying to get an ‘extra care’ fa-cility built on the site. Part of it is being developed into the new ‘super’ surgery. It makes sense to put ‘extra care’ nearby - basi-cally sheltered accommodation for those who need more than warden/telephone support. “It deals with people who have, for example, Alzheimer’s but are able to live in their own space with extra support. These people tend to have greater medical need, and placing the unit next to the super surgery will save time for health profes-sionals.”

Tony Barron, chairman of NHS Wiltshire, said: “Council-lor Clewer’s statement is some-what extraordinary. There are absolutely no surprises in this project; NHS Wiltshire has not reneged on a single promise and for Cllr Clewer to suggest

otherwise is mischievous and grossly misleading. “Proposals for the new GP practice on part of the site of the former Old Manor Hospital were granted planning permis-sion by Wiltshire Council in May, 2012.” More on page 7.

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Surprised villagers were

shocked by the anno9uncement

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works. Dinton Bonre Boys will hold

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E VIDENCE of council mismanagement - and waste of money and re-

sources has been unearthed by a local councillor. Cllr Ian West, who serves the

Till & Wylye Valley and lives in Winterbourne Stoke, asked the council for information on the cost of security at the unused former Wilton Middle School site, and the accident rate at the new Newcutt Crossroads junction at the top of The Av-enue, Wilton, where it meets the Devizes Road, opposite the feeder road to the Woodford valley. He was appalled by the infor-

mation he received. He asked the cabinet member for Highways and Transport:

“Since the new junction lay-out was introduced at Newcutt Crossroads on the A360 how many injury accidents have been recorded. The response unveiled an ap-

palling record. Collisions in-volving personal injury since the changes to the junction lay-out up to 31/09/2009 are: 2005 06 07 08 09 1 4 3 3 2 (13)

Cllr West was told the accident rate at the junction continues to give concern. It is intended to carry out a feasibility study into further changes to the layout by the end of the current nancial year. Cllr West also showed con-cern for the former Wilton Mid-dle School site which closed in August 2005. He asked: “Could the cabinet

member tell me what is the total cost spent on this site?” The response: “As Cllr West is

aware, parts of the site are still being used as a base by the Lo-cal Education Team and during parts of the period his question refers to there was some use of the site by community groups and the Youth Development Service. This Council is not the sole

owner of the site, as Salisbury Diocese own part of it. The net costs of maintaining

and securing the site for each year have been: 2005/6 - £26,282

2006/7 - £48.932 2007/8 - £56,699 2008/9 - £25,747 2009/10 - £23,688

Ofcers are continuing to look for opportunities to redevelop or dispose of the site and are li-aising with the local councillor and community groups on this matter, the response added. But now residents are asking

The swimming pool at the former Wilton Middle School

site, lled in by the council. Some local residents say it

should have been kept for community use.

why the council is paying the bills if the site is only part-owned and being used by other organisations. The recently-formed Wilton

Middle School Project has ask-(See page 2.)

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“WE ALL had a fantastic day and we raised a substantial

amount of money. Roll on 2014 - we cannot NOT do it again!”

said Dinton organiser Val O’Keefe, after the huge success of a

sponsored running day around Dinton and its National Trust

park last month. More than 130 turned out for the Sainsbury’s

Sport Relief Mile.

Friends, families and workmates joined in friendly rivalry for

Sport Relief 2012. (See page 6.)

P Fortunately no one was in-

jured in the incident. No ar-

rests had been made at the

time of going to press. A po-

lice spokesperson said: “We

ha e identi ed the registered

keeper of the Fiat and enquir-

ies are ongoing.”

The police spokesperson added:

“Checks need to be made: there

was an incident whereby cars

were damaged and we have ap-

pealed for witnesses.

“We have to speak to a number

of people in relation to the inci-

dent including the victims, wit-

nesses and, of course, the driver

of the vehicle. These enquiries

are ongoing. “The man we believe to be the

driver at the time of the incident

has been spoken to and our inves-

tigation continues. It is not ap-

propriate for me to con rm who

this man is. “Should someone be charged

with an offence, I will - of course

- release the full name, address,

offence and date of court appear-

ance. If someone is reported for

summons then we do not give

their name but will con rm age

and town of residence.

“No-one has been arrested or

summonsed in relation to this

offence, at this stage. The pub-

lic can be assured that enquir-

ies are being undertaken with

the registered keeper, and when

there is further information to

be released we will do so,” the

spokesperson added.

olice have also con rmed a

report of criminal damage at a

property in Dinton, where a

car and wall were damaged

with spray paint. The incident

is believed to have happened

between 9pm and 10:30pm on

March 29. Investigations were still

underway when Valley News

went to press. Anyone with

information on either incident

should contact the police on

101 or Crimestoppers 0800

555.

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CITY, TOWNS AND VILLAGESWANTED DEAD OR ALIVE: CARS AND VANSTop cash prices paid.

MOT failures. Write-offs. Scrap and abandoned vehicles.

No keys, no log book, no problem.

Linked with DVLA. 24hr same day collection

Freephone: 0800 4488 195 Mob: 07900 671311. 01722 741081.

A row has broken out over the re-develop-ment of what is claimed

to be one of Salisbury’s worst eyesores. Derelict for any years, Salis-bury’s Old Manor hospital site on Wilton Road, is causing more headaches. The local Primary Care Trust has been criticised for not putting the land and buildings to good use before now and wasting what could be a valuable asset for the National Health Service. Now, the long-running saga is coming to an end as NHS Wilt-shire is to sell the land for re-development despite requests for the site to be taken over by Wiltshire Council to be used for extra healthcare. But Wiltshire Councillor Rich-

on and win concessions. “I am very confused by the approach the PCT have taken with regard to the site. It has

drove through Salisbury 20 years ago, and yet they have resisted our recent attempts to develop it for ‘extra care’, and

housing at the last possible mo-ment. “Something does not quite hang together. It is possible the Minister - in this case several ministers from different parties over time) have refused to al-low the site to be developed for ‘extra care’ but I don’t think the PCT have really tried to achieve

‘SITE FOR SORE EYES’ CRITICISED

that result. I have written to the new Minister about the site. “The site is owned by the PCT which will cease to exist shortly. Wiltshire Council have been trying to get an ‘extra care’ fa-cility built on the site. Part of it is being developed into the new ‘super’ surgery. It makes sense to put ‘extra care’ nearby - basi-cally sheltered accommodation for those who need more than warden/telephone support. “It deals with people who have, for example, Alzheimer’s but are able to live in their own space with extra support. These people tend to have greater medical need, and placing the unit next to the super surgery will save time for health profes-sionals.”

Tony Barron, chairman of NHS Wiltshire, said: “Council-lor Clewer’s statement is some-what extraordinary. There are absolutely no surprises in this project; NHS Wiltshire has not reneged on a single promise and for Cllr Clewer to suggest

otherwise is mischievous and grossly misleading. “Proposals for the new GP practice on part of the site of the former Old Manor Hospital were granted planning permis-sion by Wiltshire Council in May, 2012.” More on page 7.

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THE FORECAST for the 2013 UK housing market is that it will not be much different to 2012 in terms of property transaction levels. Most commentators agree that it is unlikely we will see house prices recovering this coming year. Low interest rates are supporting a fragile market and while they remain low, pric-es will be hold up to some ex-tent. But it certainly won’t be a bumper 12 months and, indeed, sellers will have to take a prag-matic approach to attract buy-ers. Despite the gloom of low growth and increasing austerity, there is, however, resilience in the local housing market and if you are considering a move this year, it is wise to take heed of some sensible advice.1. If you live in a good, uncom-promised location, be happy because your property should sell. If it does not, then it is probably because something is wrong with either the price or the marketing strategy.2. If your house is for instance

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affected by a busy road, over-looked by a close neighbour, or has too small a garden, be real-istic about the price.3. Have a few agents out to ap-praise your property, and don’t necessarily go with the highest estimated value.4. Selling houses in this market is all about effort, so be pre-pared to put effort in yourself, and choose an agent who you believe will give it everything.5. Trust your agent. Most expe-rienced ones have been have been through good times and bad, so understand the present conditions. Someone offering a truly personal service will guide you through the mire to achieve the best possible price for you.6. It is never too early in the

year to get going. Putting your ducks in a row now can mean you hit the road running when you are ready to do so. Consid-er taking advice sooner rather than later. Taking note of these points will provide you with the best chance of a strong and suc-cessful sale campaign, so good luck if you are going to take the plunge in 2013 and Happy New Year!Charlie Graham, Partner Rural View Property Sales & Lettings

PROVISIONAL New Homes Bonus allocations for North Dorset by the Government total more than £2.3 million. MP Bob Walter welcomed the news that Dorset County Coun-cil, North Dorset District Coun-cil and East Dorset District Council have been allocated a total of £2,365,282. The fund-ing is a key part of its strategy to increase supply of housing. The strategy ensures local authorities, who promote and welcome growth, can share in

the Bonus, for every new home built, the Government will match the funding local authori-ties receive in additional coun-cil tax. This includes councils bringing empty properties back into use, with an additional amount for affordable homes. Mr Walter said: “The Coali-tion Government has taken a different approach with the New Homes Bonus, by reward-ing, rather than penalising, councils and communities for welcoming development. “Local authorities in my con-stituency will receive over £2.3 million of funding .”

ChaRlie gRaham, RuRal VieW managing diReCtoR

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