Police Appeal For Witnesses to Cotswold Stores Break-in

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Press release issued by Gloucestershire Constabulary

Break in at store in Northleach, Cotswolds

Officers are appealing for information after a group of men forced entry to a shop in Northleach, Cotswolds in the early hours of this morning, Monday 14 August. 

Police were called at around 1am to Market Place with a report four men were seen breaking into a shop.

It is believed that they travelled to and from the scene in a dark-coloured Audi and investigating officers are keen to hear from anyone who has dashcam footage of the vehicle involved.

After entry was gained to the premises an unsuccessful attempt was made to access the ATM. Tobacco was stolen before the group then fled a few minutes later in the Audi at speed in the direction of West End.

Police attended however the suspects were not located and no arrests have been made at this stage.

Officers are keen to hear from anyone who saw what took place, the vehicle involved, or who has any other information which could assist the ongoing investigation.

You can provide information to police online by completing the following form and quoting incident 13 of 14 August: https://www.gloucestershire.police.uk/tua/tell-us-about/cor/tell-us-about-existing-case-report/

Did you know you can report information anonymously through the independent crime-fighting charity Crimestoppers? Reporting is completely anonymous and you may be eligible for a reward of up to £1000. You can call 0800 555 111 or report information online. More information can be found here: https://crimestoppers-uk.org/give-information/forms/give-information-anonymously

Northleach with Eastington Hanging Basket Competition 2023

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Message from the Charter Fair organisers

Northleach with Eastington Hanging Basket Competition 2023

Open to Private Residents and Businesses

All entrants must be situated in the parish of Northleach with Eastington.

Only living (real) flowers/ plants / are to be used.

All exhibits must be visible to passers-by until 24 June 2023, and can be of any floral design within a hanging basket.

The competition is organised by Northleach Charter Fair and Music Festival 2023 Committee and the judges’ decision is final.

Entrance is £5 for all residential premises, £10 for businesses.

There will be a cup presented to the winner and additional prizes.

Enter NOW

All entry details are within the form.

Deadline extended to 18 June!

 

Oyez Oyez Oyez: Welcome To The New Northleach Town Crier

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The role of Town Crier dates back to mediaeval times when many people could not read or write. Town Criers performed a valuable public service passing on important announcements and a loud voice was essential.

These days town criers perform more of a ceremonial function. A competition held on the eve of the Coronation resulted in the appointment of Matt Backhouse to this volunteer position. His first task was to proclaim the coronation of the new king!

To book the Town Crier, please contact matt.backhouse1@gmail.com.

Northleach Bus Shelters to be Repaired

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NORTHLEACH, 03 MAY 2023 – The Town Council is pleased to advise residents that the damaged bus shelter on East End is due to be mended next week.

Funding to repair the bus shelter was agreed at the Town Council meeting on Wednesday 20 April. Bristol-based firm P40 Ltd has been appointed to repair and reinstall the wooden bus shelter, which had been tipped over onto the pavement in late March. The bus shelter by the Fire Station will also be renovated and given new anchors.

Gloucestershire County Council has kindly agreed to share the cost of the repairs to the two bus shelters. We would like to extend our thanks to the Transport Infrastructure Officer for his help and support.

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Enquiries to: Town Clerk, clerk@northleach.gov.uk.

Elections 2023 – Notice of Poll for District and Town Councillors

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A poll for the election of Town Councillors for Northleach with Eastington Town Council will be held on Thursday 4 May 2023, between the hours of 7:00 am and 10:00 pm.  The number of Town Councillors to be elected is eleven.  You will be able to vote for up to eleven candidates on the ballot paper.

A poll for the election of a District Councillor for Northleach District Ward will also be held on Thursday 4 May 2023.   You will be able to vote for one candidate on the ballot paper.

The names, addresses and descriptions of the Candidates remaining validly nominated for election and the names of all persons signing the Candidates are shown on the nomination papers below.

Electors can only vote at their allocated polling station. The election will be by secret ballot according to electoral law, and as set out in notices displayed at each polling station.  Northleach with Eastington voters vote at The Westwoods Centre, Bassett Rd.

NOTICE OF POLL Election of Town Councillors
Northleach with Eastington Town Council

NOTICE OF POLL Election of a District Councillor
Northleach District Ward

Registration and ID Required for 4th May Local Elections

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Voters across Cotswold District are being encouraged to make sure they are registered, have applied for postal voting and applied for identification if needed ahead of the deadlines so that they can vote in the local elections on 4 May.
To take part in any election anyone over the age of 18 must be registered in the area they live in. Some people eligible to vote may not be registered and therefore will not be able to cast a vote. This may be because they have recently moved or are voting for the first time. 

Residents can make an application to register to vote through the Government website which takes only five minutes to complete. They must register by 17 April and can do so at www.gov.uk/register-to-vote.

Some residents prefer to vote by post, by using a postal vote residents can make sure their voice is heard at the local elections from the safety of their home. They also will not be required to show ID to vote by post. Residents can apply to receive their vote by post, before the application deadline of 5pm on 18 April.

Electors may also choose to vote by proxy – where another individual casts a vote on a registered voter’s behalf when that individual can not vote themselves. To be able to use a proxy vote applications must be in by Tuesday 25 April by 5pm. 

For the first time this year, residents in Cotswold District will need to show photographic ID to vote in person at this year’s local elections. 

Residents are being urged to make sure they are ready to vote in May by checking they have an accepted form of photographic ID. 

Accepted forms of photographic ID include a UK, European Economic Area (EEA) or Commonwealth passport; a UK, EEA or Commonwealth drivers’ licence; and some concessionary travel passes, such as an older person’s bus pass. Voters will be able to use expired ID if they are still recognisable from the photo and the name on the ID should be the same name as appears on the Electoral Register.

Anyone who does not have one of the accepted forms of ID will be able to apply for free ID online at voter-authority-certificate.service.gov.uk/ or by completing a paper form which is available from the Council.

More information is available on the Cotswold District Council website, including details about how to apply for the free ID. Anyone not able to visit the council website, or apply for a Voter Authority Certificate online, is being encouraged to contact the Council by calling 01285 623002 or emailing elections@cotswold.gov.uk. Residents must have applied for Voter Authority Certificate by 5pm Tuesday 25 April.