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Thursday, June 30th, 2011
Speed cushions proposed for Worth Road
A PROPOSAL to install speed cushions and a signal-controlled Puffin crossing in Worth Road, Pound Hill, will be discussed at the next public meeting of the East Crawley County Local Committee.
The proposal is contained in a report drawn up for the Committee by County Hall highways experts.
The report says Worth Road has a poor personal injury record. In the three years up to March 2009, there were nine personal injury road traffic accidents – one fatal, two serious and six slight.
“The scheme is intended to improve road safety and especially to benefit vulnerable road users including pedestrians wishing to cross Worth Road,” says the report.
“With speed cushions located throughout the length of Worth Road, average vehicle speeds are more likely to be contained within the 30mph limit.
“A signal-controlled Puffin crossing will improve accessibility for pedestrians, especially school children and patients going to the doctors’ surgery located at the western end of Worth Road.”
The report proposes eight sets of cushions, which would allow wider wheel base vehicles, such as fire engines, ambulances and buses, to travel over them without disturbing passengers or increasing response times.
The crossing would be at the junction of Crawley Lane and there would be improved signs and white lines.
Richard Burrett, Committee Chairman, said: “The proposals we will be discussing have been drawn up by the County Council’s transport officers following considerable consultation with residents and interested parties.”
The meeting is being held on Tuesday 5th July in The Longley Room, Crawley Library, starting at 7pm.
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Thursday, June 30th, 2011
Giving the opening address to business and local authority leaders this morning at the annual Meet the Buyers gathering in Crawley’s Arora Hotel, local MP, Henry Smith, said:
“Our area is about excellent connectivity, both commercially and logistically, which is a great asset to our local and regional economy.
“In the last week we have seen the announcement of 950 new jobs in Crawley and that is a testament to what a great place to it is to base and do business.
“I congratulate Gatwick Airport, Crawley Council and Gatwick Diamond for sponsoring an event which generates millions of pounds in new trade by connecting buyers with suppliers.”
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Tuesday, June 28th, 2011
Henry Smith MP has welcomed the Government’s consultation on settlement designed to break the automatic link between temporary routes and permanent settlement.
Under the previous Government almost anyone who had been working in the UK for five years is eligible to apply to stay permanently. Breaking the automatic link between temporary routes and permanent settlement will help reduce net migration down from the hundreds to the tens of thousands a year.
Henry said:
“Time and time again, whether on the door-step or through emails and letters I receive, it is clear that Crawley residents have been deeply concerned by the virtually unchecked immigration into the UK under the previous Government and are unsure as to why local employers require workers from overseas when there are people looking for work locally in Crawley.”
“This Government has already capped economic migration, reformed the student visa route and introduced a dedicated police border force. Ministers insist that these actions will reduce net migration down from the hundreds to the tens of thousands a year. In addition, by tackling open door immigration, I believe we help tackle peoples’ fears and therefore deny extreme political parties any further footholds.”
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Tuesday, June 28th, 2011
The sky dive and a “story” on what happened and who it was for!
My name is Sally McLachlan and I used to go to secondary school with Emma Vaughan and heared about Milly being ill. I knew straight away I wanted to do something to help with the fundraising and decided to do a skydive with my friend Paul Hewson.
Sally McLachlan & Paul Hewson
We decided to raise the money for Brain Tumour UK and Millys Journey and managed to raise £1600.
We arrived at Headcorn Airfield, Kent at 08.30am Saturday morning ready to jump but unfortunately after the briefing it was apparent that the weather was against us! We waited 10 hours just incase the weather changed but 6.00pm we had to admit defeat and rebook. With a lot of pleading and persuading we convinced them to let us rebook for the next morning as Paul and I had travelled from Lancashire.
We arrived at 07.30 Sunday morning ready to go again and the weather was looking a lot better by 10.00 we were kitted up ready to go adreneline pumping! We climbed to 12000ft and jumped. Best experience ever and knowing that we were doing for Milly there were no nerves and no regrets. Thankyou to everyone that spomsored us and anyone that wants to raise money or donate please visit www.millysjourney.co.uk
we are both now hooked and planning a accelerated FreeFall course so we can jump solo!!!
Thanks Very much
Sally McLachlan & Paul Hewson
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Tuesday, June 28th, 2011
Six local talents selected to appear alongside
TV star Nigel Havers in Peter Pan at The Hawth
On Saturday 18th June budding young actors from across Sussex attended The Hawth in order to audition for a place in the cast of Peter Pan, which runs at the Crawley Theatre from Friday 9th – Saturday 31st December.
James Whitaker and Tom Clark (taller)
The standard of those who auditioned was extremely high and Executive Producer Jonathan Kiley had a difficult job selecting the boys to play the roles of Michael and John in rotation during the run.
Daniel Haynes-De Vita (white shirt) and Thomas Ball.
Following a morning of individual auditions the hopefuls were whittled down and those who made it through to the second round were asked to read extracts from the pantomime script, giving them a taste of what it could be like on stage this December opposite television star Nigel Havers.
Matthew and Daniel Willis
The lucky four selected for the roles of brothers John and Michael were Thomas Ball (aged 13, from Burgess Hill) and Daniel Haynes-De Vita (aged 14, Horsham) and real life brothers Matthew (aged 12) and Daniel Willis (aged 9) from Burgess Hill, a first for the producers, who have never cast real brothers in the roles before. The standard of those who auditioned was so high the producers were able to select a third pair of boys, who will act as understudies for the parts. This opportunity went to Tom Clark (aged 12) and James Whitaker (aged 10), both from East Grinstead.
The Hawth and the pantomime producers are delighted to have found six such talented performers to add to the cast of Peter Pan. The swashbuckling show is now complete with a fantastic cast to go along with the magnificent scenery, beautiful costumes, comedy galore and stunning flying sequences this is a show not to be missed.
To hook tickets for this fantastic show call The Hawth Box Office now on 01293 553636 or visit www.hawth.co.uk.
James Whitaker, Tom Clark.JPG; Matthew Willis, Daniel Willis, Thomas Ball, Daniel Haynes De Vita with exec producer Jonathan Kiley
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Tuesday, June 28th, 2011
We are looking for one or two players for next season at Under 13’s especially a goalkeeper.
We will be playing in the Sussex Sunday Youth Football League
Manager Alan White is a progressive Level 2 Coach and we are looking for good players aiming to make a step up,
We also have a qualified goalkeeping coach working with the team
At TD Shipley our coaching is based on building on the strengths you have as a player now, improving players confidence on the ball – through technical coaching and good football in a exciting environment. Our team has more than challenged the best teams locally in league, cup and six a side competitions and are looking strengthen the team with great local talented players
If you are looking for a new team or a new challenge, please call Manager Alan White on 07730012216. www.tdshipleyyouthfc.co.uk
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Friday, June 24th, 2011
In advance of tomorrow’s Armed Forces Day 2011, Henry Smith MP takes the opportunity to say thank you to all those that are serving in the Armed Forces, their families, veterans and cadets and encourages all to show their support on the day.
Commenting on this week’s Armed Forces Day Henry said:
“”Today I’ve been pleased to take part in Armed Forces Day 2011 by meeting cadets and personnel at K2 – and even having a go at the training assault course the Army put up!
“Armed Forces Day is a great opportunity for us to show our appreciation for all those who wear the uniform, their families, veterans and cadets. We all owe a huge debt to our brave service personnel who work tirelessly keeping this country safe. I wish those attending a great day out and on behalf of all local residents to say a big thank you to our amazing Armed Forces.
“The Government is committed to providing for our troops. In the past year ministers have already doubled the operational allowance and introduced a pupil premium to help with the education of our forces children. I absolutely support these practical policies that show our commitment and gratitude to our brave forces.”
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Wednesday, June 22nd, 2011
Share your thoughts on healthy lifestyles
West Sussex County Council has launched a survey to ask people what help they need, want and expect when trying to maintain a healthy lifestyle.
The County Council wants to enable people to do what they can for themselves in order to stay healthy and active as well as providing the earliest possible support to those with health needs.
To help achieve this the County Council is working with West Sussex Primary Care Trust and district and borough councils to develop new Health and Wellbeing Hubs.
The Hubs will offer information, help and advice with things like quitting smoking, eating a more balanced diet or improving people’s emotional and mental wellbeing.
Louise Goldsmith, Leader of West Sussex County Council, said: “We want to help local communities live happier, healthier and longer lives. This survey will give us an insight into what people want and need so we can make sure we are doing as much as we can to achieve this.”
People can take part in the survey online at www.westsussex.gov.uk/haveyoursay or by phoning 01243 777100 and requesting a paper copy. People have until July 31st to take part.
At the end of the survey there will be an opportunity for people to join the West Sussex Residents’ e-Panel – an online group who are regularly asked for opinions and views on a range of topics. Find out more about joining the e-Panel at www.westsussex.gov.uk/residentspanel
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Monday, June 20th, 2011
Crawley MP, Henry Smith has spoken about how “honoured” he was to officially open the new Manor Royal based Trade Skills 4U centre along with Falklands veteran Simon Weston OBE.
Henry said before unveiling a plaque at the new centre:
“The company specialises in re-training injured military service personnel in renewable energy product installation. A fantastic initiative which helps over 3,000 people a year as a result of an idea of the company’s inspirational Managing Director, Carl Bennett.
“Offering apprenticeships, promoting green energy and helping those to re-skill, especially injured members of the armed forces, achieves so many positive outcomes. I am delighted this is happening right here in Crawley.”
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Monday, June 20th, 2011
Recycling Rodins scoop top awards
A GIANT egg timer created with recycled waste and a robot made from a dismantled stair lift scooped top honours at this year’s Recycling Sculpture Challenge in West Sussex.
The Challenge is run by Better Tomorrows, an independent, not for profit community interest company that aims to prevent waste and reduce the amount of waste resource that West Sussex sends to landfill by encouraging recycling.
A record number of art students from six colleges and two universities took part in this year’s Challenge, using their skills to highlight that most of what is thrown away is of great value and can be given a new life with recycling.
The Challenge had two categories: Universities and 6th Form Colleges.
The giant egg timer – titled Khronos and created by Samuel Lloyd, of the University of Chichester – won the University Category.
He received £150, a certificate and his sculpture will be displayed for six months in the park at the Cass Sculpture Foundation, Goodwood.
Yvonne Luk, of the University of Creative Arts, Canterbury, came second with Cycle, which will also be displayed at for six months at the Cass Foundation.
Another University of Chichester student, Tig Evans, came third with Untitled.
The robot – titled Street Scrap and created by Gregor Jones of Littlehampton Academy – won the 6th Form Category.
Fashion Forward by Fabienne Ortac, of Central Sussex College came second.
Another Littlehampton Academy student, Jamie Bray, came third with Inverted Balance.
For more information on the Recycling Sculpture Challenge or to view all the sculptures in this year’s competition go to: www.bettertomorrows.org.uk/sculpturechallenge
John De Mierre, Chairman of Better Tomorrows, said: “The Sculpture Challenge is part of our continuing promotion of waste prevention and the need to recycle more in the community. At the same time, it also encourages personal action and increased awareness through artistic creativity.”
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Thursday, June 16th, 2011
MP Pays Tribute To Regiment At Crawley Homecoming Parade
Crawley MP, Henry Smith, said this morning:
“I am very proud that Crawley is hosting the Princess of Wales Royal Regiment for their homecoming parade.
“We owe our very freedom and security to those service personnel who risk their lives to defend us. I am delighted that Crawley residents recognise that and have gone out of their way to welcome our troops with respect and affection.”
The Regimental homecoming parade begins noon starting at Territorial Army Centre then moves west on to The Boulevard before moving south along the High Street.
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Wednesday, June 15th, 2011
Stopping-the-spread-of-‘argos-families’-in-west-sussex
ENCOURAGING and helping communities to play an active role in their local library will prevent the spread of ‘Argos Families’ – families where the only book in the home is the Argos catalogue.
That was the view expressed by Deborah Urquhart, West Sussex County Council Cabinet Member responsible for libraries, when she spoke to its Community Services Select Committee at County Hall today (Wednesday June 15).
Deborah was outlining the need for the Library Service to review community libraries in West Sussex.
She said: “There is now a need to review community libraries and how we can as a County Council ensure they continue to offer the opportunity for learning and reading whilst achieving necessary savings.
“The little ones and older people continue to borrow books. But we must ensure there are learning opportunities to all groups.
“Nationally there is a long term trend in declining book borrowing. As a County Council we need to engage with communities to turn that decline around.
“We cannot – like some places – afford to have Argos Families in West Sussex.”
Deborah said it is time to think about making better use of the Library Service’s assets.
“A lot of our libraries are only 24 hours a week. However, we have started talking to parishes and we are asking them, ‘What is it you want in your community and how can we utilise the library building to support delivery?’” she said.
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Wednesday, June 15th, 2011
Greenaway Residential Crawley have entered a team of 10 riders into this years London to Brighton bike ride in aid of The British Heart Foundation.
Greenaway Residential Estate Agents based in Crawley has always believed in giving back to the community and after organising and participating in many charitable events over the years the team have decided to step up their efforts in 2011. After recently entering a team into the Haywards Heath Bike Ride to help raise money for Help The Heroes, the team completed the nineteen mile course without any form of training and admittedly were all pretty tired. However wishing to push themselves more they have now entered a team in to the London To Brighton Bike Ride on Sunday 19th June 2011 to raise money for the British Heart Foundation. Having experienced the tiredness of the last event the team have started training towards the fifty four mile event and are under no illusion how tough it will be with a 6am start at Clapham Common. Not short of motivation the team have set their target of raising a minimum of £1500 and would ideally like raise far more this worthwhile cause. Managing Director Darren Greenaway has also pledged to donate £100 for each new Landlord who instructs Greenaway Residential Estate Agents when the property is let before the 19th June 2011.
Once the event has been completed the team then changes its focus to raise money for The Greenaway Foundation which raises money to provide Christmas for the residents of Crawley and surrounding villages. The team believe Christmas should be a happy time and we like to try and ease the burden on families that struggle over the festive time by at least providing them with the food for a hearty Christmas Dinner.
Greenaway Residential Estate Agents welcome all donations so please click on the link www.justgiving.com/teams/greenawayresidential
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Wednesday, June 15th, 2011
School Closure Information – County Council Website Service
West Sussex County Council has launched website pages to advise parents on school closures or partial closures on Thursday30th June, following ballots in favour of industrial action by the National Union of Teachers (NUT) and the Association of Teachers and Lecturers (ATL).
The website pages will be updated as and when schools take a decision about whether to close or not on the day.
The list of closures can be found by by click on this link- www.westsussex.gov.uk
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Monday, June 13th, 2011
Outreach service for street drinkers
A pilot project aimed at tackling street drinking has been launched.
The Safer Crawley Partnership has commissioned Addaction to provide an outreach service for adult street drinkers.
(l-r) Anita McGrath, Anti-social Behaviour Co-ordinator, PC Clare Anstey, Cllr Nigel Boxall, Belinda Gracia, Outreach Worker, PCSO Matt Savill.
The service will encourage and enable street drinkers to access services to minimise the harm caused to themselves and the wider community through their alcohol misuse.
Two outreach workers with extensive knowledge and experience in tackling alcohol harm and substance misuse will provide the service for the year-long pilot.
Street drinking impacts in ways that other alcohol-related anti-social behaviour does not. For example, it is much more likely to happen in the daytime in public areas.
In Crawley, street drinking is an issue in the town centre and neighbourhoods including Broadfield, Langley Green and Three Bridges. It will often take place in shopping areas, parks and playing fields so has an impact on residents, visitors and businesses.
Up until now there has been a reliance on the use of enforcement powers to deal with the problem, including moving drinkers on and confiscating their alcohol.
It is hoped this new approach will help tackle the underlying cause of the problem. However, where enforcement powers are still needed, they will be used.
Partners in the outreach service include Addaction, Crawley Borough Council, Crawley and Gatwick Business Watch, Crawley Open House, NHS West Sussex and Sussex Police.
Councillor Nigel Boxall, Cabinet member for Community Engagement, said: “This is a great new project that for the first time allows us to deal with the problem in a different way.
“Street drinkers can make residents and visitors feel uncomfortable. However, these people often need help and I hope this pilot can provide that.”
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Friday, June 10th, 2011
County Malls
Very own Fathers Day Giftspiration event where tenants will be out in the mall promoting the top products and gadgets for Fathers Day.
For the low down on 2011′s key Fathers day presents and advice on how to avoid choosing the wrong wooly jumper. This will equal one happy Dad and one gleeful you.
Thursday 16th June - Saturday 18th june
Bar Med
have organised a mass charity collection in County Mall for Great Ormond Street Hospital – there will be lots of the uniforms taking part including Police, Ambulance and Fireman – please come down and support this brilliant cause.
Saturday 18th June
YMCA
will be in County Mall on a recruitment drive promoting their training programmes and work placements
Wednesday 22nd June
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Thursday, June 9th, 2011
The Hawth’s new season is shaping up nicely – here’s what you can look forward to is the autumn months. It has everything you expect from us and maybe even a little more. There’s comedy, dance, film, family shows and theatre but also aerial performances and even mind reading.
While the last of the summer weather keeps the evening’s warm audiences can still enjoy alfresco theatre. Families will love Roald Dahl favourite Fantastic Mr Fox (Aug 3, Goffs Park), Pirates of Penzance (Aug 11, Amphitheatre) and Wind In The Willows (Aug 20 & 21, Amphitheatre) in August. It’s also a season of classics as Theatre San Frontieres return to Crawley with their production of Lorca’s Love in the Garden (Oct 13) performed in Spanish, Shakespeare’s Othello (Oct 20) is brought to life with a Caribbean setting and a twist in the casting and Rebecca Vaughn is back after the success of Austin’s Women, with I Elizabeth (Oct 19), a powerful exploration of the virgin queen’s struggle with womanhood and sovereignty. Those looking for something a little different can look forward to Mindwalking (Oct 16), aerial theatre from the award-winning BandBazi that takes on the emotionally charged subject of dementia.
As always music plays a key part in the season with Kate Rusby’s (Sept 
fourth visit to The Hawth in September. One of the UK’s best loved rock ‘n’ roll legends Joe Brown (Oct 2) takes to the stage with his timeless classics and BBC Big Band are back by popular demand this time with Ken Peplowski (Oct 22) offering a tribute to Benny Goodman. If you want something more serene then the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra (Oct 15) kick off the new Classical Concert Series by transporting everyone to Scandinavia with music of Sibelius and Grieg. Blues fans will be delighted to hear Crawley Blues Festival (Oct 29) is back for the sixth year in a row. The day brings together the likes of Mike Piggott, Martin Wheatley and Mike Dowling while the evening sees the return of Southern Nights, Nigel Bagge and Eddie Armer plus many more.
Kate Rusby
If you enjoy dance performances then get ready for a great night with Candoco (Oct 7) as the dance company of able bodied and disabled dancers celebrate their 20th anniversary. For a taste of the Emerald Isle why not join Rhythm of the Dance (Oct 3) with their special guests the three Irish Tenors and experience some of the world’s finest Irish dancing.
Candoco Dance
There’s also a selection of laugh out loud comedy in October; mind reader Chris Cox (Oct 26) will amaze and astound as he does the impossible and controls coincidence. You may have seen Hal Cruttenden (Oct 27) on television with the like of Jason Manford, Michael McIntyre and Rob Brydon – now’s your chance to see him live as he shares his witty observation, minute grievances and misplaced anger. Rounding off a week of comedy is Paul Foot (Oct 28), one of the UK’s most creative and original comedians.
October is Black History Month which offers up a selection of events this year from Conversations with the Blues (Oct 5) with Paul Oliver and Michael Roach to children’s show Droplets (Oct 16 & 17) which takes little ones on a journey from the west to Africa. There is also the main event, Black History Celebration (Oct 8), which this year has an African and Caribbean theme to celebrate Crawley’s links to the Barbados Olympics team. With performances by local artists and headline act Steady Bredren performing classic reggae it’s sure to be a great night for all the family.
As always there is plenty for families to look forward to. As well as all the outdoor theatre there is also a great selection of the popular weekend morning studio shows. A Bird In Your Ear (Sept 24)will enthral children of 3 plus as all the stories in it are from the imaginations of little ones and The Way Back Home (Oct 2) brings award-winning author Oliver Jeffers’ intergalactic adventure to life.
For more information on all these shows and more pick up a What’s On brochure at the Hawth or call the box office : 01293 553636 or visit www.hawth.co.uk to sign up to the mailing list.
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Wednesday, June 8th, 2011
Gatwick Diamond Meet the Buyers 2011
A speed dating event for businesses is coming to Crawley.
Gatwick Diamond Meet the Buyers takes place on Thursday 30th June at the Arora Hotel in Crawley. It’s an opportunity for local SMEs to meet a range of buyers who are looking for new and innovative suppliers for upcoming tenders.
The event aims to promote local sourcing and improve economic growth in the Gatwick Diamond region.
Meet the Buyers is based on speed dating for buyers and suppliers. Before the event suppliers have the opportunity to review the buyers’ catalogue, in which the buyers highlight their needs. >From this, suppliers can identify the buyers that they would like meet with for a 10-minute pre-arranged appointment.
The event is sponsored by Gatwick Airport, the Gatwick Diamond Initiative, Crawley Borough Council and Mid Sussex District Council and supported by Horsham, Reigate and Banstead and Mole Valley district councils.
To encourage local SMEs to join this year’s event, the sponsors are subsidising the entrance fee for businesses operating in the Gatwick Diamond area.
Workshops leading up to the Meet the Buyers event will help SMEs prepare for the networking day and beyond through the tendering process. Led by consultants with years of industry experience, these half-day workshops are the most efficient way to get SMEs up to speed for Meet the Buyers and the ensuing tendering process.
Last year’s programme involved 364 companies in total, 110 of which attended the Meet the Buyers day. The 2011 Meet the Buyers event looks set to be even bigger.
In 2010 the value of business generated through the Gatwick Diamond Meet the Buyers programme was just under £3m – an excellent result, which shows a year on year increase.
For more details on the workshops or Meet the Buyers, visit
www.business-business.co.uk/gatwickdiamondmeetthebuyers or email Philippa@btob.co.uk
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Thursday, June 2nd, 2011
Could you become a rights of way volunteer?
An event on becoming a West Sussex public rights of way volunteer ranger or parish path inspector takes place on Sunday June 12.
It’s being held at Dial Post Village Hall, Old Worthing Road, Dial Post, RH13 8ND, from 2pm to 4pm.
Anyone interested in becoming a volunteer will be able to find out more about the role and speak to officers from West Sussex County Council to learn how they can help to keep rights of way accessible for everyone to enjoy.
Cabinet Member for Environment and Economy Deborah Urquhart said: “Volunteers play a vital role in the maintenance and upkeep of the county’s rights of way network.
“In West Sussex we have 2,530 miles of public rights of way, allowing access into some fascinating, unspoilt and diverse landscapes.”
Volunteers are being offered various opportunities to be involved as they wish, by helping with inspections of paths, or undertaking supported practical tasks to improve access and address problems identified by residents and visitors.
The County Council runs an ongoing inspection and maintenance programme to ensure the rights of way network stays as safe, open and usable as possible. Every right of way is inspected every nine months, followed by the completion of any identified maintenance.
Volunteer Parish Inspectors receive full training and have an input in the prioritising of works as well as providing vital local knowledge.
Practical tasks are planned well in advance so volunteers can choose which practical sessions they would like to be involved with.
Deborah added: “Volunteers can be involved with installing bridges, signposts, gates and steps, as well as clearing vegetation.”
For further information about the event or volunteering for parish path inspections or practical tasks, please contact Volunteer Coordinator Darren Rolfe on 07793 187893 or e-mail darren.rolfe@westsussex.gov.uk
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Thursday, June 2nd, 2011
Online petitions
An online system for creating and taking part in petitions is now available on Crawley Borough Council’s website.
The council’s e-petitions service enables Crawley residents or anyone who works or studies in the town to create, view and manage the progress of petitions online.
E-petitions make the information available to a much wider audience, giving local people the opportunity to gather more names to support the e-petition.
A petition may gather signatures in both forms – you can have a paper version and an online version, although repeat signatures will be removed.
Councillor Duncan Crow, Deputy Leader of Crawley Borough Council, said: “We welcome petitions which can help inform debate and potentially result in changes that can have a positive impact on local people.
“It is also a good way to highlight an issue that matters to you where the council has responsibility or influence.
“This new online system is a simple and convenient way of bringing an issue to the attention of the council for it to consider and gives residents another way of letting us know their views, whether they support or object to something the council is doing.”
For more information visit www.crawley.gov.uk/petitions
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