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Allotment Rules and Regulations Consultation

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It has been a number of years since the Allotment Rules and Regulations have been reviewed.  The Town Council have now looked at the current format and adjusted to changes that may be required to clarify items and elaborate on items.

These rules and regulations can now been uploaded as a PDF document.  Changes that have been recommended are highlighted in yellow.  Each section of the rules has been broken down for a comment to be made in each box in the Microsoft Form below:

If you have any issued in completing the form or would prefer a paper copy, please call into the Town Council office between Monday to Friday 9am to 4:30pm to collect from Reception.

This consultation period will run from the 27th September 2022 until the 10th October 2022.

We encourage all plot holders to review the recommended changes and make comment.

Notice of Vacancy in the Office of Councillor

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Bishop Auckland
(Cockton Hill Ward)

Notice is Hereby Given

 

That due to the resignation of Leanda Chappell, a vacancy has arisen in the Office of Councillor for the Town Council.

If by Monday, 17 October, 2022 (14 days after the date of this notice) a request for an election to fill said vacancy is made to:

The Returning Officer
Electoral Services
Room 1/104-115
County Hall
Durham
DH1 5UL

Tel: 03000 261212
Email: electoralservices@durham.gov.uk

by ten electors for the said Town Council Ward, an election will be held to fill the said vacancy, otherwise the vacancy will be filled by co-option.

If an election is called, a poll will take place not later than Monday, 19 December 2022.

Sarah Harris
Clerk to the Town Council
Bishop Auckland Town Council

Dated: Tuesday 27th September 2022

Allotment and Environment Committee, 26th September 2022

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Decision Making

The next meeting of the Allotment and Environment Committee will be held at the Council Offices, 54 Kingsway, Bishop Auckland on Monday 26th September 2022 at 6:00pm.

Members of the Public and Press are welcome to attend. However, in light of room capacity, we ask that where possible people are asked to register attendance to do so please call 01388 207110 or email council@bishopauckland-tc.gov.uk by 5pm on Friday 23rd September 2022.

The Chairman advises members of the Council and the public that the meeting or part of the meeting may be recorded by audio and may be by video.

A copy of the agendas is now available to download on the Agendas and Minutes Page.

Cancelled: Bishop Auckland Horticulture and Produce Show, 24th September 2022

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Cancelled: Horticulture and Produce Show 2022Updated: 12/09/2022

Due to unforeseen circumstances, the Town Council will not be hosting the 2022 Horticulture and Produce Show.

If you were going to enter the show and donate your produce to the auction, the Town Council asks that you may consider donating any surplus produce to the foodbanks in the Town. If you need any help getting donated produce to the foodbank please contact the council on allotments@bishopauckland-tc.gov.uk to arrange support with this.

 

Horticultural Show 2019 Photo Collage
Collage photo of the 2019 Horticulture and Produce Show.

Bishop Auckland’s Annual Horticulture and Produce Show is back to deliver a wonderful display of locally grown flowers, produce, arts and crafts.

This year’s Show will take place in No. 42, Market Place (former Poundstretcher), Bishop Auckland on Saturday 24th September 2022 from 12 Noon to 3pm.

Organised by the Town Council with the help of local growers and in partnership with The Auckland Project, Newgate Shopping Centre, King James WI, Liz Drake and Chris Davidson, the Show offers over 40 classes for adults and children to get involved in.

These range from classes for leeks, onions, chrysanthemum and dahlias for serious competition growers to wonky fruit and veg, Mr. Potato and Friends and designing a flower from recycled materials for the younger exhibitors. There is also a home produce category featuring jams, scones, pies, corsages, flower arrangements and a favourite of the judges… chocolate cake!

All entries must be benched on Friday 23rd September, between 4pm and 8pm at No. 42.

Judging for all classes will take place from 9am on Saturday 24th September.  Dahlias and Chrysanthemum will be judged to their respective society standards. National Chrysanthemum Society Certificates will be awarded for the best chrysanthemum exhibit and best vase of chrysanthemums. National Dahlia Society Certificates will be awarded for best exhibit of dahlias (silver) and best vase of dahlias (bronze).

Proceeds from the Show will go towards the Mayor’s chosen organisation, Daisy Arts CIC.

Further details of the show, a list of classes and how to enter are available to download as a free PDF on our Show Schedule PDF.

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Message from the Town Mayor

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Portrait of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II

Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II

21st April 1926 – 8th September 2022

 

It is with great sadness that we learn of the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.

The Town Council together with our residents offer our thoughts and condolences.

 

The following arrangements have been made:

The Mayor will write on behalf of the people of Bishop Auckland, to the new Sovereigns Private Secretary to convey our message of condolence and give thanks for the lifetime of service she gave as the longest serving monarch.

We know that people in the town will want to express their individual condolences and we will provide information on how to do so in due course. This will include information on books of condolence, floral tributes and church services.

Flags

As a mark of respect, flags at County Hall and other civic buildings across the county are being flown at half-mast.

Please do not be alarmed if you see some flags returned to full height at 11am, on the day of the national proclamation as this is protocol.

Books of Condolence

An online Book of Condolence is available on The Royal Family website.

Books of condolence are available at the Town Hall from 10am-4pm (Monday to Saturday).

St Anne’s Church also has a book available.

Floral Tributes

Floral tributes can be laid outside of Bishop Auckland Town Hall.

Church Services

A Commemorative Service for Queen Elizabeth II will take place at St Andrew’s Church South Church on Sunday 18th September 2022 at 6pm.  All are welcome.

At 8pm on Sunday 18th September the Mayor will be in the Market Place to observe the National Moment of Reflection, he will then lay flowers of condolence.

St Anne’s Church is open for prayer on 9 September 2022 from 11am – 1pm.

St Peter’s Chapel in Auckland Castle will be open daily from 10am – 5pm as a place of prayer and quiet reflection.

A service of remembrance will be held in Durham Cathedral on Saturday 17 September at 3pm. Members of the public can book a free ticket to attend the service from the cathedral’s website at www.durhamcathedral.co.uk.

Further details of other Church services and opening times will follow.

Proclamation

In line with Royal protocol, the proclamation of King Charles III will be read by the High Sheriff for County Durham in Durham Market Place at 1pm on Sunday 11 September. The Chair of the Council will then read a proclamation in the Council Chamber at County Hall, at 3pm. Members will receive invitations in due course. The proclamation will then be read in Bishop Auckland Market Place by the Town Mayor at 4pm.

Our thoughts remain with the Royal Family at this time.

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