Planning inquiry opens regarding Old Sarum airfield proposals. Heritage, roads and housing are key issues. Old Sarum Airfield Inquiry Begins Arguments Presented in Salisbury Nick Fagan will decide on the airfield plans. He’s a government planning inspector. The decision follows a six-day hearing at Salisbury’s Red Lion Hotel. Evidence covers heritage, roads, and home viability.…
Avondale care home celebrates Turning Point’s 60th year with a video showcasing 60 acts of kindness in their community. Care Home Shows 60 Acts of Kindness in Heartwarming Video Release Avondale released a video on kindness day. This matched Turning Point’s 60th year. Turning Point handles health and social care. Avondale is a care home…
Wiltshire Council is on track to meet its goal of building 1,000 affordable homes, with hundreds already complete or planned. Wiltshire Council Confident It Will Meet Affordable Homes Target The council started a big project in 2020. They want to build 1,000 affordable homes, and so far, they’ve finished 160 homes. Sixty-three more are being…
Residents question why fixing street lights in Wiltshire takes so long, especially with SSE’s involvement and access issues. Wiltshire Street Light Repair Times What Causes the Delays? A street light stopped working in November. Residents felt unsafe at night because it was the only light on their road. Someone reported it repeatedly through My Wilts…
Council members clash on parking enforcement, its impact on businesses, and loading bay misuse in Trowbridge. Trowbridge Parking Debate Continues Over Enforcement and Business Impact Okay, so parking is a hot topic locally. Several council members are talking about it and see parking issues hurting businesses downtown. They want stricter rules enforced, too. In January,…
Hearing begins on controversial plan for 315 homes and amenities after council rejection. Focus on heritage and feasibility. Planning Inquiry Examines Homes Plan Near Old Sarum Airfield A hearing started about building homes near the airfield. The plan includes 315 homes, stores, and fun things. It’s at The Red Lion Hotel. The hearing began last…
Locals question spending of Future High Streets Fund. Projects include town hall updates and street furniture. Trowbridge Regeneration Costs Spark Debate Among Residents Wiltshire Council got £16.3 million for Trowbridge. The UK government provided this funding. Some locals think the spending is wasteful. The council listed how they would use the funds. Transport got £3,168,000.…
Six new affordable homes, including flats and houses, are coming to Bemerton Heath after planning approval. Affordable Housing Project Approved for Bemerton Heath, Salisbury They’re building homes near Rawlence Road. The land belongs to Wiltshire Council, and it’s west of number 24. Woodlands School and the sports club are close. Martyn Whalley filed a planning…
Salisbury votes on a plan covering housing, biodiversity, climate, transportation, and more. This could influence funding. Salisbury Residents to Vote on Neighbourhood Plan Next Week The SNDP includes policies on many topics. Housing, biodiversity, and climate change are covered. Transportation, healthcare, and parking are also included. Furthermore, tourism is addressed, along with river and field…
New parking rules are proposed for Victoria Road to ease traffic and improve safety around Quakers Walk Bridge. Council Reveals Devizes Parking Crackdown Plans for Victoria Road Devizes Town Council wanted new parking rules last summer. They asked the Local Highways group to help. Wiltshire Council is now asking for opinions. They want to make…