Our Post Office is Changing Hands.
The Parish Council would like to wish Brian Shaw and his wife a very happy retirement after many years of dedication to our community. The new owner Jude Watts takes over on the 2nd Feb and intends to extend opening hours. We wish her all success in her new venture. 

Your comments welcome

Cheltenham, Tewkesbury and Gloucester councils are involved in drafting a plan called "The Joint Core Strategy".

The projected local population increase demands more houses and infrastructure. The three Councils aim to address the location, and quantity, of required new build. You have the opportunity to contribute to the debate.
Detailed plans can be viewed at the Charlton Kings Library and in the Parish Office.
The following events have been arranged where you can meet with council officers to discuss the proposals:-

• Thursday 19th Jan 7-9pm. Stanton Room Church Piece.
• Friday 27th Jan 5-7 pm. Sainsbury's, Oakley.
• Saturday 4th Feb 10-5pm. Sainsbury's Oakley.

You must submit any comments on the JCS by Feb 12th 2012. The JCS website is www.gct-jcs.org They can be contacted also on 0800 073 1441 , or write to "The JCS team, Municipal Offices, promenade, Cheltenham GL50 9SA  

The non-emergency number to call the police is now 101. Calls cost 15p per call no matter how long it lasts and this applies to both mobiles and landlines. Your local PCSO, Ken Bennett can also be contacted using the 101 number.

In an emergency you should still dial 999

Your Parish Council has just published its policy and program for 2011-13.  It defines the Council's approach to a number of key local issues.  Please click on the link below to read more.

Parish Policy and Program 2011-13 document is available for download.