House sales face delays in Breckland. Council IT issues cause a land search backlog affecting mortgage approvals. Breckland Home Buyers Face Delays Due to Council IT Problem Breckland Council’s planning went sideways last year. A software update took way longer than planned, creating a big pile of late applications. Land searches also got delayed, and…
Breckland Council pauses parking charge plans due to local government reorganization and strong community opposition. Breckland Council Halts Parking Charge Plans in Thetford Dereham Swaffham The council stopped new parking fees. Breckland Council announced a “pause.” They cited local government changes as the reason. People heavily opposed the parking charge plans, and businesses really disliked…
Barry L Hawkins, a well known Norfolk auctioneer, has died at 86. Remembered for his legacy in livestock and TV appearances. Norfolk Auctioneer Barry L Hawkins Passes Away at Age 86 Barry Lancelot Hawkins passed away at 86. His loved ones remember his guidance and his strong will. He appeared on the BBC, including Top…
A councillor proposes lower speed limits for urban Norfolk areas to enhance safety and cut insurance costs. Norfolk Streets Could See More 20mph Speed Limits Under New Proposals David Sayers, a Liberal Democrat councillor, wants lower speed limits. He asked for a “20’s Plenty” plan. This would lower speed limits in urban areas. He spoke…