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The voice of Hillam village. founded 1989 by Mary Little. Delivered free to all homes in Hillam. Volume 27 Issue 45 Oct-Nov 2014
Four years ago Hillam News asked if the travellers on Ten Acre Field would still be here in 2014 Temporary permission for gypsies to live on land known as Ten Acre Field between Hillam and Burton Salmon will not be extended or made permanent. The 'conditional' consent, agreed by Selby Council (SDC), to site caravans on the field ran out on June 30th, 2014. The 'outright' refusal to extend was announced a month later (July 30th), when the Department for Communities and Local Government (DECC), headed by Eric Pickles, published its decision along with that of an Inspector led public inquiry held way back in November 29th, 2012. This may well represent a hardening of the official position in line with local opinion. There have been two public inquiries since the gypsies moved into the local green belt. The Hillam inspector adopted the same approach as the judge led inquiry in the Hillcrest, South Milford case. ‘There were insufficient opposing factors to outweigh the need to preserve the green belt.’ The Inquiry considered the education and medical needs of gypsies and their children. Healthcare could be supplied at any of several nearby medical centres. Secondary education tended to be based on a larger 'catchment' area than primary education. Living near a school was no longer so important because the gypsy child was old enough to go to secondary school. It had been argued that Selby had failed to provide alternative accommodation for travellers and in October 2013 SDC planning committee seemed to have made matters worse by rejecting a 15-pitch site at Burn airfield. The minister agreed that refusal of permission to remain would interfere with the gypsy family's human rights, but he still came down in favour of protecting the green belt - with a total refusal. Since June 30th 2014, the Cannons have been at Ten Acre Field without permission. At the public hearing it was said that the family might return to 'travelling' if unable to stay. Hillam News understand that the date by which any appeal to the High Court would have to be made has now passed. This means that there is no way that the decision can now be appealed. However Hillam News has learnt that the Cannon family are trying to submit a completely new planning application.
Also in this issue… Birding column - Clive of Kippax and Stuart Wroe Cycling against the clock Check your performance on Strava
Let’s make the Pub the hub of our village It would be quite easy to feel pessimistic about the future of rural communities. According to figures from the National Housing Federation the under 45s are deserting the countryside as house prices soar, wages fall and local services are subject to cuts. However, it's not like that in Hillam where village groups regularly promote social events. This helps people share concerns and strengthens links between different generations. What is a community hub? A hub is a focal point where people come together regularly to share news and advice, hold events and give support. This is what Hillam Parish Council along with Laura and Haley, the new occupiers of the Cross Keys pub, are trying to establish. They have very kindly agreed to open the pub early on a Monday, starting on 13th October, between 10 and 11.45 am to hold a coffee morning for the village. The first event is going to be absolutely FREE. Yes, FREE. Haley and Laura are donating the coffee, villagers are baking cakes and volunteers are helping out to make the morning go with a bang. People have donated books so we can set up a small lending library for villagers to choose a book and make a small donation towards Hillam Lights (20p has been suggested). We hope as many as possible will support this venture and also speak out about what they would like to see going on in our village. A weekly calendar of activities suggested by you – such as library facilities, singing groups, stitch and bitch – We are willing to listen to your suggestions. The opportunity to walk to somewhere you can socialize is of great value to everyone. So, come on and support your community, have fun, have a gossip with others and support this village initiative and have a free coffee
Mary Little Plus: Free raffle with prize (worth at least £10) donated by Charlotte and Jason from Bert’s Barrow.
Parish Council minutes - They’re getting longer with the new clerk Christmas Lights - Do they do Santas at the Selby Jobs Fair Broadband-Not a mention anywhere.
Dean of York coming to St Wilfrid’s, Oct 12
Time Team- Active in Hillam, Monk Fryston, Burton Salmon
Fancy Another ? The beerfest video
Marks & Spencer and ALDI - Com-
ing to a location near you Gardens - Day out at Newby Hall Harvest Festival - Plus Art Club expo Beerfest - We could do with another Cricket– Malton (away) on Bank Holiday Monday Hillam cricketers back at the Hall for annual dinner
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