Huntingdonshire District Council Local Plan Engagement 2024

We’re updating the local plan, which sets the vision and strategy for future development in Huntingdonshire.

This is your chance to have a say on key issues like housing, climate change, infrastructure and jobs. You can also view the sites put forward for development.

Provide your feedback on important planning documents that will guide Huntingdonshire’s future.

Attend a drop in session near you from 2pm to 8pm where you can view the Local Plan documents, ask questions and share your thoughts in person. 

·        8 October: Queens Park Hall, Yaxley

·        10 Oct: Civic Suite, Pathfinder House, Huntingdon

·        15 Oct: Burleigh Hill community Centre, St Ives

·        21 Oct: Sawtry Women’s Institute

·        22 Oct: Kimbolton Scout Hut

·        28 Oct: Love’s Farm House, St Neots

·        31 Oct: Ramsey Community Centre

The Mayor of St Ives, Cllr Pasco Hussain, had the pleasure to open FIFI’S CAKERY on Friday 19^th July.

You will find Fifi’s new shop on 9 The Broadway, St Ives.

9:30am – 12 noon

 PDF: Citizens Advice Drop-In Poster

Cambridgshire County Council will be resurfacing lengths of the A1307 the details of which are set out below. Most of the work is on the west bound carriageway between Alconbury and Spittals interchange. The work will take place overnight from 8pm to 5.30am from 27 August onwards, for a period of three weeks, weather permitting.

• West bound carriageway between Alconbury (B1043) and Spittals Interchange (A141), Huntingdon and the new roundabout at Views Common Road, Hinchingbrooke Park.
• Eastbound carriageway between the new roundabout at Views Common Road, Hinchingbrooke Park and Spittals Interchange (A141), Huntingdon.
• West bound off slip road at Cow Lane Interchange (A1198) Godmanchester.
• Eastbound carriageway, both slip roads into Fenstanton.
• Westbound carriageway at Fenstanton some areas of the main carriageway and Conington Road leading off of the A1307 and into Fenstanton.

Road closures will be required to facilitate this work and signed diversion routes will be in place. 

Download Link: Community Spaces in St Ives

NAVIGATION ADVISORY NOTICE
River Stour & All Waterways
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DATE: 25 May 2024 – at all times
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LOCATION: Dedham and all waterways
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DETAILS: Please note that at Dedham, on the River Stour Navigation, there has been a reported confirmed postive case of Leptospirosis in a youth that had been swimming in the river. This can lead onto the development of the serious illness, Weil’s Disease, in infected individuals. Whilst this risk is present in all water environments amongst others, those at risk include those partaking in activities on, in and by the water. River users should be espeically aware and take sensible precautions in a bid to reduce the risks of infection of all waterbourne illnesses whilst participating in river activities; 

BEFORE – Cover up any cuts or abrasions as infection can enter the body through the nose and mouth, but also any open wounds
DURING – Keep any open wounds covered and redress if necessary, remember to practice good hand hygiene if eating or drinking during your activity. Be concsious of your entry and exit routes to/from the river and where animals may have been present as this is the most likely source of infection
AFTER – Parctice good hygeine, shower as soon as possible if in contact with river water and always sanatise hands, especially before consuming food. If you start to feel unwell after being in contact with the river (develop more severe Cold and Flu like symptoms) speak to your healthcare professional and tell them you have recently been in conatct with river water.

For further information, contact the Environment Agency on 03708 506506 between 9am and 5pm Monday to Friday and ask for the Waterways team. In an emergency call our incident line: 0800 80 70 60 anytime.

Katherine Briscombe
Waterways Manager
Date of issue: 25 May 2024

PDF link: Confirmed Case of Leptospirosis 

Buss Pass Concession Posters

This is to let residents know that work will start at the end of May to reduce the speed limit from 40 mph to 30mph on Houghton Road from the Hill Rise traffic lights, heading west towards Garner Drive (close to Sawtry Way). 

The Council made a Local Highway Improvement scheme bid to reduce the speed limit because this length of road is now bounded by residential housing on both sides and so to improve road safety.

The A1123 has already been reduced to 40 mph from 50mph following a bid by Houghton and Wyton Parish Council, so the Council's bid also follows this speed reduction approach.

There will be work on signage from 27th May and over the following few weeks. No physical changes to the road are to be carried out so other than speed reduction drivers will not need to deal with any other changes.

NAVIGATION ADVISORY NOTICE

RIVER GREAT OUSE
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DATE: 25 April 2024 Until Rescinded
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LOCATION: Between St Ives and Hemingford
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DETAILS:
Please be aware that there are two obstructions between the locations above.
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W3W location for platform :///supported.fermented.bars
We will look to get these removed as soon as practical to do so but in the meantime please navigate with caution whilst in the area.

For further information, please contact the Environment Agency on 03708 506506 between 9am and 5pm Monday to Friday and ask for the Great Ouse Waterways team.

Katherine Briscombe
Waterways Manager
25 April 2024

PDF link: Navigation Advisory Notice - Obstructions

Following a building condition report, we have been advised to that the second floor of the Town Hall is currently inaccessible and therefore the grounds maintenance team is unable to access the flag room and pole.

Therefore, the flag flying protocol cannot occur until further notice due to health and safety guidelines.

We are looking at alternative solutions; apologies for any inconvenience caused.

Matthew Price, Town Clerk

Flooding Advice and Contacts

Nearest Register Office  

 Mental Health and Wellbeing