Author: Irene - Parish Clerk

Coronavirus update 2 (22.03.20)

I hope you are all keeping well.  I’ve had lots of offers from volunteers (including a dog expert!) to do shopping/collect medication etc.  I’ve also noticed that friends and neighbours are really looking out for each other.  I’ve compiled a list of volunteers (still coming in) – so if you need any help, please, please contact me – 01424 838414 – [email protected]
The NHS are sending out information to those most at risk, telling them to totally self-isolate – so our kind volunteers may well be needed soon.
Just a reminder – only take advice from trusted websites/information.  You can trust the links below
Click on this link to see the latest information on coronavirus from the NHS

Click on this link to see the latest information on corona virus from Central Government

Click on this link to see the latest update on coronavirus from BBC News

PARISH COUNCIL BUSINESS
All parish councils are in “limbo” at the moment, but most business will go on.  As you are probably aware the village hall is officially closed during this emergency.  It is a legal requirement that all parish council meetings are held in public and virtual meetings are illegal.  We are waiting for instructions from the National Association of Local Councils (NALC) and hopefully virtual meetings will be allowed during this emergency.
Planning applications – we have delegation system for these to be responded to outside of meetings.  I will continue to post all applications on this website, with full links to the particular application on the RDC planning website and ask that if you wish to comment, go straight to the RDC planning website.
General Mountfield issues – please continue to contact me via email if you have concerns about enforcement, road conditions, flooding, footpaths etc.

We took Alfie for a walk in Darwell yesterday, we walk him 2 or 3 times a week there, and for the first time in 30 years I had trouble parking the car – it was absolutely packed.  A lovely walk and met a few people dog walking.  Everyone was very sensible, except the dogs who have no idea of personal space!

Alfie at 9 months old
Here’s Alfie when he was 9 months old, looking very scruffy before his first grooming!

Look after yourselves and stay in touch.
Irene (Parish Clerk)
01424 838414 email – [email protected]

 

 

 

 

 

Mountfield Village Hall closed

As a result of the Corona virus the Mountfield Village Hall Committee have been left with little choice but to close the village hall until further notice.
Many of you have already contacted me and cancelled your bookings, however for those of you that have not please take this as your notice of cancellation. Hopefully we will be able to reopen later in the year, and I will contact you when we are in a position to do so. If you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact me.
Kind regards
Alison Sarson
Mountfield Village Hall Committee
[email protected]

Corona Virus update 1 (19.03.20)

Hello everyone, I hope you are staying well and listening to Government advice.  Please keep in touch with your neighbours and friends – phone, email, WhatsApp, Facebook etc.
I have had an offer from a very kind couple in Mountfield to help those in the Mountfield community who may need it.  Please contact me, by email or phone, and I’ll put you in contact with them.
If you would like to help, doing a little shopping, collecting medication etc., please contact me – 01424 838414 – [email protected]
Your details will not be published on line and deleted when the crisis is over.

I went to Tesco at Ravenside (Bexhill) today – a complete waste of time.  Empty shelves everywhere, no potatoes, fresh veg, eggs, milk, butter, frozen chips etc.
However, the Netherfield Stores and Post Office is its usual bright and friendly self, they have good stocks and very sensibly are limiting the amounts people can buy. Several kind locals have  offered to help them out with deliveries.  Click on the link below for details (they also make great coffee!)
Netherfield Stores and Post Office

Irene (Parish Clerk) – 01424 838414, email – [email protected]

 

 

 

 

 

Battle Area Community Transport suspending all bus services

Due to the current Public Health Situation and following Government Guidance, Battle Area Community Transport have taken the decision to suspend all our bus services until further notice. This decision has been taken to protect our volunteers and the wider community. We regret the inconvenience this causes our passengers.

Click on the link below to see full details
BACT Suspension Notice 18.03.2

New planning application for Mountfield

New Planning application for Mountfield –
RR/2020/251/P Old Park Pale, Mountfield Lane – retrospective planning for garden wall and replacement entrance gates, wall heights 2m or less when groundworks completed.
Click on the link below to see full details on the RDC planning website, where you may support, object or just leave a general comment.
Click on this link to see full details of the application on the RDC planning website

Please note that during the current emergency, Mountfield Parish Council will not be holding planning meetings.  All planning decisions will be made using the delegated authority of the Clerk.

STOP PRESS! Mountfield Parish Assembly Cancelled

Due to the current situation with Corona Virus, regretfully Mountfield Parish Council are cancelling the Parish Assembly that was due to be held on 14.04.20.
Very shortly I will be publishing information and help on Corona Virus, particularly how we can all help and look out for each other in this emergency.
Irene – Parish Clerk
01424 838414
[email protected]

STOP PRESS! Mountfield Parish Assembly 2020

Due to the current situation with COVID-19 (Corona Virus), Mountfield Heath School cannot host the Mountfield Parish Assembly this year.  We completely understand their reasons – they have vulnerable children there and school closures may be imminent.  Hopefully they can host the Assembly in 2021.
The Mountfield Parish Assembly will now be held on 14.04.20 in Mountfield Village Hall.
I and other Rother Clerks are waiting for information from Rother District Council (due next Monday) on parish council matters affected by the Corona Virus.
This website will become the conduit for local information on the virus, please encourage people to sign up for email alerts/pass the information on if you can.
Irene – Parish Clerk

Road Closure – Solomon’s Lane 31.03.20 – 02.04.20

Solomon’s Lane will be closed from its junction with the U6623 (Hoath Hill) to its junction with the A2100 from 31.03.20 to 02.04.20, for ESCC Highways to carry out patching and kerbing works.
The ESCC Transport Hub has arranged for the 384 school bus to drive through the works.  Battle Area Community Transport services that would normally run via Solomon’s Lane will have to divert.
Click on this link to see a map and diversions