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Hopton CE Primary SchoolSummer Fete

Saturday 8 July - 12 to 3pm

80's disco themed fete will be heldin the school grounds.

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Please come along in your neon outfitsand legwarmers and enjoy the fun!

Special InvitationHopton Cancer Survival Parade

Wednesday 5 July 2017

2.30 - 3.30pmEveryone meeting at Ritson Lodge Car Park

Lowestoft Road NR31 9AH

We are raising money for the Louise HamiltonCentre based at The James Paget Hospital.

Residents, family, friends and thecommunity are all invited to join us.

Dress up, bring flags or banners.

We will be parading around Hopton Village

I would like to take this opportunity to introduce myself as a new Parish Councillor. My name is Andy Petersen and I have lived in the village for approximately a year now. I have spent most of my life in the local area, growing up in Bradwell and attending East Norfolk Sixth Form College. From there, I went to Loughborough University to study a degree in Sport and Exercise Science, before returning to the University of East Anglia to undertake teacher training. I have been a primary school teacher for the last four years, specialising mainly in upper key stage 2 (Year 5 & 6). In my spare time, I play cricket for Great Yarmouth Cricket Club. I'm very much looking forward to getting involved with the various projects being undertaken within our community.

Introduction to New Parish Councillor Andy Petersen

Parish Council Meeting

Monday 10 July 2017, 7pm in the Village Hall

Proposed new housing development

Following the open public meeting organised by NPS Property Consultants in March this year, the Parish Council has now received the outline planning application, and will be considering application number 06/17/0339/0 regarding the proposed residential development of up to 200 dwellings and open space/associated works including possible allotments on land east of Lowestoft Road. The application has been made by NPS Property Consultants Ltd on behalf of Norfolk County Council, owners of the land. Plans and supporting documentation will be available to view at the Parish Council meeting. All welcome to attend. The application and supporting documentation can be viewed on-line at:

http://planning.greatyarmouth.gov.uk/OcellaWeb/planningSearch

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dear reader,

July 2017

We hope you enjoy reading your monthly copy of Village News. If you have a news article or something you would like published, please get in touch, using the contact details below.

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The Honesty Book Exchange Point

The Honesty Book Exchange Point in the Village Hall is very popular with books being exchanged daily. Bring in a paperback you have read, browse the books on the trolley, and exchange your book for another one. This is a community initiative at no cost. The village hall is open daily. We do not need any more books, so please only exchange the same amount of books that you come in with.

Missing a Coat?

There are a number of winter coats, gloves and scarves left in the Village Hall. If you have visited the hall in the last six months, please check your wardrobe as you may be missing an item or two! Thank you, Hopton Village Hall Management Trust.

Can You Help?

Volunteers needed to help with the Speed Advisory Camera (SAM2). It takes just 15 minutes once every 4 weeks to change the SAM2 camera locations in the village. Volunteers are also needed to change the battery every week (batteries are charged in the Office at the Village Hall). Full training will be provided.

Please contact Cllr. John Tonks 07956873232 or the Parish Clerk 01502 730768 for more information.

Data collated from the SAM2 will be published in the August edition of Village News.

Craft Fayre - Every TuesdaySt. Margaret's Church, Lowestoft Road

10am to 3pm

What's missing?

Did you notice something missing when you last came into the village? Cllr. Dennis Ball has organised for the Village Sign to receive some much needed restoration work. The sign will be returned to its rightful place by mid July.

Friends in HarmonyMonday 10 July

Ritson Lodge Lowestoft Road NR31 9AH2.30 – 3.30pm

Come and Join Us. All welcome.

Welcome to Hopton

If you are new to Hopton, welcome! A copy of Village News will be delivered through your door every month. It should help you keep in touch with what's going on in the village. If you have any queries or we can help in any way please contact the Clerk 01502 730768 or pop into the Office at the Village Hall, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday or Fridays between 9.30am and 1.30pm. The Pa r i sh Counc i l ' s webs i te a l so has information at the click of a mouse.

www.Hopton-on-sea-parish-council.norfolkparishes.gov.uk

We look forward to seeing you at one of the many events being held throughout the year in the village.

Help Needed

Help needed to produce typed sticky labels to address approximately 100 Christmas Cards. Please call Hopton resident Kay 01502 730660 if you are able to help.

History Book

“Hopton-on-Sea, Exploring the Past” is a really informative booklet produced by The Hopton Village History Group covering the history of the St. Margaret's Ruin, Newton (east of Hopton and taken by the sea), people of Hopton's past, a brief history of Hopton school, the old railway station, holiday camps, the RAF at Hopton, and a history of road names. The 60 page booklet is illustrated with old photos and maps, and is available to purchase from The Village Hall at £3.50 per copy. Proceeds go towards maintenance of the Millennium Garden and Ruin.

Nature Column

Is there a resident interested in nature who would like to write a regular column in Village News? If so, please get in touch (contact details page 3).

Urgent Repairs?

If you would like to report a road or pathway that is in urgent need of repair, phone local call rate 0344 800 8009. Is there a street light not working in your area? Phone 0344 800 8008 quoting the unique number on the column. If there is no number, give a location. Alternatively you can report matters on-line.GYBC www.great-yarmouth.gov.ukNCC www.norfolk.gov.uk

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25th June - TRINITY 2 8h00 Holy Communion, St Margaret's, Hopton-on-Sea09h30 Sung Eucharist, St Bartholomew's, Corton11h00 Sung Eucharist, St Margaret's, Hopton-on-Sea15h00 Strawberry Fayre in the Vicarage Garden, Corton

29th June - Peter and Paul 15h00 Holy Communion at Ritson Lodge

2nd July - TRINITY 3 8h00 Holy Communion, St Margaret's, Hopton-on-Sea09h30 Sung Eucharist, St Bartholomew's, Corton - Canon Wisken11h00 Sung Eucharist, St Margaret's, Hopton-on-Sea18h00 Evening Prayer, St Bartholomew's, Corton

9th July - TRINITY 4 8h00 Holy Communion, St Margaret's, Hopton-on-Sea09h30 Sung Eucharist, St Bartholomew's, Corton11h00 Sung Eucharist, St Margaret's, Hopton-on-Sea18h00 Evening Prayer, St Margaret's, Hopton-on-Sea

12th July - Wednesday 19h00 Deanery Synod Eucharist, St Bartholomew's, Corton

13th July - F 15h00 Holy Communion at Ritson Lodge

16th July - TRINITY 5 8h00 Holy Communion, St Margaret's, Hopton-on-Sea09h30 Sung Eucharist, St Bartholomew's, Corton11h00 Sung Eucharist, St Margaret's, Hopton-on-Sea18h00 Evening Prayer, St Bartholomew's, Corton.

17th - 19th July USPG Conference at High Leigh

19th July - Gregory and Macrina 19h00 Corton PCC Meeting in the Vicarage

20th July - Margaret of Antioch 19h00 Hopton PCC Meeting in the Vestry

22nd July - Mary Magdalene Saturday 15h00 Reaffirmation of Wedding Vows, St Margaret's, Hopton-on-Sea

23rd July - ST MARGARET'S PATRONAL 10h30 Benefice Eucharist, St Margaret's, Hopton-on-Sea18h00 Evening Prayer, St Margaret's, Hopton-on-Sea

27th July - Brooke Foss Westcott 15h00 Holy Communion at Ritson Lodge

30th July - TRINITY 7 8h00 Holy Communion, St Margaret's, Hopton-on-Sea09h30 Sung Eucharist, St Bartholomew's, Corton11h00 Sung Eucharist, St Margaret's, Hopton-on-Sea18h00 Evening Prayer, St Bartholomew's, Corton.

JULY 2017Church Services & important dates in the Coastline

Parishes during July 2017

Please note – 'All Age' indicates that liturgical formality is more relaxed and that young children and their carers will be especially welcome to be a part of these services, as indeed they are at any service.Every Monday – Drop In at 10h00 – 12h00 in St Margaret's Vestry, Hopton-on-Sea.Every Wednesday - Morning Prayer is said at 09h30 in St Margaret's, Hopton-on-Sea.

Dear Parishioner,

Q: “And so where do you see yourself three years from now?” A: “I don't know, I don't have 2020 vision.”

This sharp bit of humour has more than just a ring of truth about it for me. It is a reminder that sooner rather than later I have to face up to the fact that the sands of time are running out and the countdown towards the inevitable has begun. These days one's usefulness is sadly dictated by the dates on a calendar rather than by the many other reasons for doing a job.

The fact is that time flies - especially when you are having fun - and suddenly reality confronts one and realisations occur. When the kind folk in the Benefice sang Happy Birthday to me recently I had to accept that change was more closely staring me in the face than was entirely comfortable and it was demanding from me a response in much the same way that the opening of this letter demands one.

By 2020 I will in fact have moved on beyond my inevitable statutory retirement from Parochial Ministry. So will the Benefice. Hopefully both will be with the guidance and the blessing of God but at this unsettling point of time there seems to be no defined vision for either. However, what is important is that we singly and together seek to know God's will through prayer and discernment and accept and embrace the challenges that the future will bring with it.

The outcome of the recent General Election, marred so traumatically by the three tragedies of the Manchester and London Bridge terrorist attacks and the subsequent Grenfell Tower fire illustrate just how tenuous and uncertain life is and just how uncertain any projections of the future can be.

In the meant ime Psa lm 8 has these words fo r us to ponder :1 Lord, our Lord, how majestic is your name in all the earth! You have set your glory in the heavens.2 Through the praise of children and infants you have established a stronghold against your enemies, to silence the foe and the avenger.3 When I consider your heavens, the work of your fingers, the moon and the stars, which you have set in place,4 what is mankind that you are mindful of them, human beings that you care for them?

God bless Britain; Guide her Leaders; Guard her Children and Give her Peace. Amen.*

Sincerely

Credit for some of this material - The Schoken Bible - Volume 1 and theNew International Version translation of the Holy Bible and also the NewStandard Version of Hymns Ancient and Modern. * Adapted from the Prayer at Noon as was used in South Africa.

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Hopton in Bloom

Plants are all in thanks to our great group of helpers. The African marigolds look really bright and cheerful and cover up the remains of the daffodil leaves. Once the blue salvias fluff out and the bacopa gets going it should all look lovely. Our team tries to keep the flowers looking lovely all summer long and especially for the Hopton Fete. Thanks to Mary and Maureen for their diligent watering.

A very kind gentleman went up to Mary and gave her a £10 donation for Hopton in Bloom. It is so nice of people to acknowledge the work we do in trying to keep the village looking lovely. Thank you so much to the people who support us, it is very much appreciated.

The Hopton in Bloom Team Shirley 732235 Mary 730506 Maureen 731664

Fly the red ensign For Merchant Navy Day3 September 2017

www.merchantnavyday.uk

Merchant Navy Day

Since 2000, Merchant Navy Day on 3 September has honoured the brave men and women who kept our 'Island Nation' afloat during both World Wars, and celebrated our dependence on modern day merchant seafarers who are responsible for 95% of the UK's imports, including much of the food we eat, most of the fuel we burn and virtually all the products and goods we take for granted!

This year Seafarers UK is campaigning for the Red Ensign - the UK Merchant Navy's official flag - to be flown on Sunday 3rd September on public buildings and landmark flagpoles across the UK. Parish, town, community, city and borough councils are all invited to take part, along with higher-tier local authorities and governments.

There are many locations where the Red Ensign can be freely flown ashore - civic centres, town halls, village greens, churches, sports venues, h is tor ic buildings, tourist attractions, ports, e t c . A l l p a r t i c i p a t i n g organisations will be added to a prestigious 'Roll of Honour' (see below) and promoted via social media.

Last year more than hundreds of local flag-hoisting ceremonies were organised, involving VIPs, civic dignitaries, Merchant Navy veterans, naval cadets, etc. At some locations a message of support from HRH The Earl of Wessex was read out 'to remember the sacrifices, salute the courage and support the future of the often unsung personnel of our Merchant Navy.'

From Cllr. Ian Constable

Dear Residents,

The Parish Council would like to become more accessible to residents.

Although we meet on the second Monday ofevery month in the Village Hall (7pm start), and Julie, Clerk to the Council, works from the Office at the Village Hall Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday mornings, we are thinking about re-starting bi-monthly Saturday morning surgeries.

This would enable residents who work during the week to attend a Saturday morning surgery and speak directly to a Councillor about any concerns they have regarding services or problems. Your thoughts on this idea would be much appreciated. The Parish Council will be discussing this again at the 10 July meeting.

Cllr. Ian Constable, Chairman, Hopton on Sea Parish Council.

Fancy some fun and a little exerciseon a Thursday?

Walking NetballGreat Yarmouth College Sports Hall

Thursdays 10am to 11am.Further details contact Zara 07934 050380

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Hopton-on-Sea Relief In Need CharityRegistered Number 206151

Correspondence Address: Village Hall ComplexStation Road Hopton-on-Sea Great Yarmouth

NR31 9BE Telephone: 01502 730768 E-mail: hoptoninneedcharity@outlook.com

Report for the Annual Parish Council Meeting held on 8 May 2017

Hopton Relief in Need (HIN) is a charity registered with the Charity Commission. Income is derived from a parcel of agricultural land owned by HIN on Sidegate Road (6.45 acres) that is rented to NCC (and sub-let by them to a farmer). Rental income is £355 per half year paid in arrears.

The Constitution (governing document) was sealed by the Charity Commission on 4 November 1987. This document sets out the running of the scheme.

The objective of the Charity has recently been amended and approved by the Charity Commission. The objective is now “relieving either generally or individually persons or groups in the Parish of Hopton-on-Sea by making grants of money or paying for items, services or facilities as the Charity considers would benefit such individuals or groups”.

This specifically does not include payment of council tax, rates etc. However, the objective is quite wide and donations have been made over the years (all strictly confidentially) to residents who have been victims of crimes, to school age pupils to help with a trip, or to groups in Hopton who help others or provide services to the village. All requests for donations are considered by the Trustees in the strictest confidence and are not for publication. Sometimes the receiver of a donation will wish to thank the charity publicly.

The Trustees made four donations totalling £709.90 during 2016. Balance on the account to year end 31.12.2016 was £2,242.76

Year end Accounts can be viewed at www.charitycommission.gov.uk Enter charity number 206151

There are currently four Trustees. If any resident or organisation would like to apply for financial assistance, please send a letter to the charity at the above address (marking your enve lope confident ia l ) , e -mai l hoptoninneedcharity@outlook.com, or telephone 01502 732235 (Shirley) in confidence.

Home Watch (Neighbourhood Watch)

Home Watch (Neighbourhood Watch) is now really taking off in Potters Drive. Reports of scams, rogue traders and cold callers being received then circulated.

If you are not a member yet, just contact me: Richard Brewer

20 Potters Drive(01502) 732303(07486) 039744

richard.hopton590@gmail.com

Just speak to your neighbours who may be members to see what comes through.

As for No Cold Calling Zone status, I have had no response from Norfolk Trading Standards yet.

Neighbourhood Watch is a useful way in which communities can work together with the police to prevent, detect and reduce crime and antisocial behaviour. The message for this year's awareness week is Connecting and Protecting Communities, with particular focus on raising awareness of scams.

Scams often target people in vulnerable situations and can come in many forms; emails, letters, telephone calls or in-person visits where rogue traders make false claims to con the victim out of money.

The national Neighbourhood Watch Network is working with the National Trading Standards Scams Team and, as part of the week, is encouraging its members to join F r i e n d s A g a i n s t S c a m s t o e n a b l e communities to talk about and understand scams, and to take a stand against them.

Alan Osborne, Community Safety Manager at Suffolk Police, said: "Scams often prey on the elderly and vulnerable, which can leave victims feeling more socially isolated as many choose against reporting them to their loved ones or to the police.

"We can all play a part in protecting ourselves, our fami l ies, f r iends and neighbours from falling victim to scams by raising awareness of them and how they work to defraud people.

"Being part of a Neighbourhood Watch Scheme builds a stronger community spirit and by knowing your neighbours, anyone suspicious becomes more much obvious. By working together, we can continue to keep Suffolk a safe place to live and work.”

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We met for our June Meeting at Ritson Lodge. President Di welcomed members and advised of apologies. Our annual outing was discussed and members asked for their views. Proposal that we support Gorleston Pavillion theatre summer show matinee was suggested and welcomed. Di to proceed with this option for July and also an August Garden Party was another suggestion.

Di welcomed our Speaker for this meeting Les Jackson from the Lowestoft British Legion organisation. Although members were aware of the Poppy /Remembrance services etc. many did not realise the extent of services offered to ex-services personnel and their families. Accompanied by slides Les gave a fascinating talk to reveal exactly what this charity does and especially the wonderful support given by the Lowestoft Drop in Centre at Regent Road which is open Monday Wednesday and Fridays 11 - 4. The criteria is that any ex-service personnel and their families can access this vast array of help available be it housing, benefits, pensions, dementia care, injury centres, blast injury centres, family holidays, hearing loss and the comradeship often necessary.

Les gave examples of how ex soldiers can sometimes lose their way after being in the close "bubble" of these organisations and how they can receive the help needed to cope with life on the outside. Help can be almost immediate as there is a 24 hr. emergency helpline available for branches to contact to enable rapid processing to access expert help. The invaluable support by Royal Princes William and Harry was mentioned as they truly understand what some of these service personnel have experienced. Members saw a film showing some of the sad stories and experiences of personnel and their families and how their lives were made so much better by the help and support given. The Legion are always grateful for support and anyone is welcome to join their clubs. Ex service personnel get free membership and for others it is £17.50 a year. The Legion always welcome volunteers to help with their fund raising. Di thanked Les for such an interesting talk. Tea followed by Raffle and competition - winners this month were military item Pam Newark Miller and flower Val. Our next meeting is at Ritson Lodge Friday 14 July 2 pm and the theme will be "Music".

Competition: Flower of the month and "My favourite CD". Mary Baker Secretary 01502 731435

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HOPTON-ON-SEA PARISH COUNCILMinutes of the Parish Council Meeting held on Monday 12 June 2017 at the Village Hall Station Road Hopton-on-Sea Great Yarmouth NR31 9BE commencing at 7pm.

Present: Parish Cllrs: Ian Constable (Chairman), Chris Garratt (Vice-Chairman), Dennis Ball, Julian Canham, Andy Petersen, Colin Sykes, Laura Sykes, John Tonks. Also present: Julie McNair, Clerk to the Council and fifteen members of the public.

Three types x 2 of each plaque total six plates at £95 plus VAT. Repro Arts quotation: 200mm x 50mm ridged white gloss PVC signs with 1mm foam adhesive to reverse total three units at £33 each. Some discussion took place regarding the proposed wording of the plaques. As the six month trial of “dogs under control on leads” in the Ruins/Millennium Garden is due for review next month, it was proposed by Cllr. Canham and seconded by Cllr. Tonks to postpone this item to the July 2017 meeting. This was agreed by majority vote (7 in favour, 1 opposed).

To consider attending a Chairmanship two day training course being run by the Norfolk Association of Local Councils in Thetford at £100 per delegate.The training policy encourages officers and members to take up training opportunities as appropriate. The training budget is to be reviewed at the next Policies & Finance Advisory Committee in July. Should the current training budget be exceeded, any additional cost can be met from current reserves. Following a brief discussion it was proposed by Cllr. Canham and seconded by Cllr. Tonks that the Chairman and Vice-Chairman attend the two day training course at a total cost of £200. This was unanimously agreed.

To consider any questions to be raised in writing prior to the Parish Liaison Meeting to be held at the Town Hall on Monday 3 July 2017. Cllrs. Garratt and Ball will be attending. Following a brief discussion it was proposed by Cllr. Tonks and seconded by Cllr. Constable that questions be formulated regarding the criteria and procedure relating to S.106 monies. This was unanimously agreed.

To carry out a review of the Committee structure. The Chairman provided some background information and following debate it was proposed by Cllr. Constable to dissolve the Amenities and Regular Events Advisory Committees, to retain the Employment, Policies & Finance and Planning Advisory Committees, and to form a separate Neighbourhood Plan Steering Group as per the notes submitted in item 6 above. The new structure should assist the Parish Council to conduct its business. The Neighbourhood Plan Steering Group would consist of 50% Cllrs. and 50% residents. The proposal was seconded by Cllr. Tonks and agreed by majority vote (7 in favour, 1 abstention). Cllrs. are reminded to contact the Clerk by the 23 June with their Advisory Committee preferences.

To approve updated Business Continuity Plan June 2017. The updated Plan has previously been circulated. It was proposed by Cllr. Canham, seconded by Cllr. Petersen and unanimously agreed to approve the updated Plan as written.

To consider leasing or purchasing a fully networked colour multifunctional copier, printer, scanner. The cost to be shared equally between the Parish Council and Village Hall Management Trust. Quotations from ASL Group Ltd and Photostatic Anglia Ltd.Spreadsheets outlining the various options and costs have previously been circulated. Cllr. Garratt provided further information. The existing photocopier is extremely old, breaks down frequently and no further parts are available. The cost of the existing mono photocopier and separate Epson printer, including cartridges, over a 5 year period is £6,880 (shared with the Village Hall Management Trust “VHMT”). To purchase a new multifunctional copier, printer, scanner, over 5 years is £1875. Or alternatively to lease for 5 years would be an extra £328. Should a leased machine become obsolete during that time the company will replace it with a current model. The VHMT has agreed to contribute 50% of the cost of any purchased or leased machine. A full discussion took place and it was proposed by Cllr. C. Sykes that the Samsung Photostatic machine be leased for a period of 5 years at £2,204.19 (shared cost with VHMT). This was seconded by Cllr. Ball and unanimously agreed.

To consider re-starting Saturday morning bi-monthly surgeries. Following discussion, it was proposed by Cllr. Constable that this item be postponed to the July 2017 agenda and to seek opinion in the public forum of this meeting. The proposal was seconded by Cllr. Canham and unanimously agreed. [See also Village News magazine article].

To consider matters relating to the Pavilion Building/Recreation Ground:- I) To consider accepting a donation of a new metal storage container from Bourne Leisure (“BL”). The Parish Council previously agreed to purchase a storage container but BL are offering to donate the storage unit, erect and deliver it to the Recreation Ground Pavilion Building. Following discussion it was proposed by Cllr. L. Sykes and seconded by Cllr. Tonks to accept the donation. This was unanimously agreed. It was further proposed by Cllr. Ball and seconded by Cllr. Petersen that a budget of £50 be made available for fixtures and fittings to secure the storage container to the Pavilion Building. This was unanimously agreed. Cllrs. L. Sykes and Tonks will be present when the container is delivered. A thank you letter to be sent to Bourne Leisure.ii) To receive Cllr. Tonks' written report dated 25 May 2017. It was proposed by Cllr. Garratt and seconded by Cllr. Ball to accept the report as written. This was unanimously agreed. iii) To consider hiring a skip to clear rubbish from the Pavilion Building following the completion of various works as previously agreed. Quotations from E E Greenand WT Skip Hire.E E Green quotation: £106.94 plus VAT for 7 days. WT Skip Hire quotation £130.00 plus VAT for 14 days.It was proposed by Cllr. Tonks and seconded by Cllr. Canham to accept the

The Chairman pointed out some housekeeping matters in relation to the fire alarm, mobile phones, emergency exits etc.

To welcome new Cllr. Andy Petersen and consider any apologies for absence. The Chairman welcomed new Parish Cllr. Andy Petersen to the meeting. Apologies received from Parish Cllr. Lennie Gent, County/Borough Cllr. Andy Grant and Borough Cllrs. Carl Annison and Sue Hacon. There is an extra ordinary meeting called at the Borough Council this evening.

To receive declarations of interest in respect of items on the agenda and consider any requests for dispensation. Cllr. Petersen submitted an application for dispensation. This was accepted and dispensation until May 2020 has been granted by the Clerk. The following Cllrs. declared personal interests:- Item 14 Cllrs. L. Sykes and Tonks as they are Trustees of Hopton Village Hall Management Trust. Item 16.i) Cllrs. C. Sykes and L. Sykes as they own property on the Bourne Leisure holiday park. Item 7 Cllrs. Canham and Tonks as they own properties in the vicinity of the proposed HO05 development.

To confirm the Minute of the Annual Parish Council Meeting held on 8 May and Extra Ordinary Meeting held on 15 May 2017.It was proposed by Cllr. Garratt to approve and adopt the Minutes of 8 May and 15 May 2017. This was seconded by Cllr. Ball and agreed by majority vote (6 in favour, 2 abstentions). The Chairman signed the Minutes.

To receive County and Borough Councillors' Reports. There were none.

To receive and consider the Clerk's reports:-(a) Correspondence as listed and circulated to all Cllrs.(b) Planning applications received:-06/17/0255/F34 Teulon Close. Single storey rear extension. No objection by the Planning Committee. Planning Permission Granted by GYBC06/17/0179/ANew signage at Co-Operative. 0 6 / 1 7 / 0 1 6 0 / F 5 Z u r i c h C l o s e . S i n g l e s t o r e y r e a r e x t e n s i o n . 06/17/0229/FGorleston Golf Club. Extension to existing members' car park.(c) Finance.Ten cheques and one direct debit from the business current account totalling £2,393.72. It was proposed by Cllr. C. Sykes and seconded by Cllr. Tonks to approve the cheques and bank reconciliation statement. This was unanimously agreed. (d) To consider and approve the year end accounts 31 March 2017. It was proposed by Cllr. C.Sykes and seconded by Cllr. Canham to approve the accounts as submitted. This was unanimously agreed. In accordance with The Local Audit and Accountability Act 2014 and The Accounts and Audit (England) Regulations 2015, Notice of appointment for exercise of public rights will be published on 19 June and copies of the accounts will be available for a period of 30 working days. The accounts will also be published on the website. The document was signed by the Chairman and Responsible Finance Officer at the end of the meeting.

To approve the Minute previously circulated of the Planning Advisory Committee re Neighbourhood Plan meeting dated 15 May 2017. Next meeting Monday 19 June 2017, 7pm in The Vestry of St. Margaret's Church, Lowestoft Road.It was proposed by Cllr. L. Sykes that the Minute dated 15 May 2017 be approved. This was seconded by Cllr. Ball and agreed by majority vote (7 in favour, 1 abstention).

Feedback from an information meeting held with Jonathon Green, Norfolk Property Services 30 May 2017 regarding development HO05, land to the east of Lowestoft Road.Notes from the meeting have previously been circulated. It was proposed by Cllr. L. Sykes and seconded by Cllr. Ball that the notes from the meeting be accepted as read. This was agreed by majority vote (7 in favour, 1 abstention).

To consider providing a refreshment stall at the Heritage Open Days to be held on Saturday 9 and Sunday 10 September 2017 between 10am and 3pm at the Ruins, Coast Road. The Friends of Old St. Margaret's will be hosting the event with their history tent. A refreshment stall would raise funds for the Ruins account. Following a brief discussion, Cllrs. Ball, Constable, Peterson and Tonks volunteered to help set up the gazebo, tables, chairs and generator for the tea tent. The Clerk will be available on both days to provide refreshments to visitors. It was proposed by Cllr. Ball and seconded by Cllr. L. Sykes to provide refreshments on both days. This was unanimously agreed.

To consider purchasing more robust signage “Dogs under control on leads” and “No ball games” for the Millennium garden and “These works have been paid for by Hopton on Sea Parish Council for the community” for the Ground and other areas in the village. Quotations from EnGraphics and Repro Arts Ltd. EnGraphics quotation: 200mm x 50mm x 1.5mm brushed stainless steel etched and filled black complete with fixing holes (two or four holes).

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Hopton Parish CouncilNEXT MEETING DATES

Hopton on Sea Parish Council meetings take place on the second Monday each month commencing at 7pm in Hopton Village Hall. Notice of the meetings, with a copy of the Agenda, are posted on the notice boards in the village before each meeting. Minutes are published in Village News magazine and displayed on the notice boards. A public forum takes place during each session where you can raise issues that are of concern to you. We look forward to seeing you at the next meeting. If you are unable to attend a Parish Council meeting but would like to speak to a Councillor please use the contact telephone numbers listed. The Parish Council Office at the Village Hall is open Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday, 9.30am to 1.30pm.

Next meeting dates:

10 July, 14 August, 11 September, 9 October, 13

November, 11 December 2017.

Your Parish Councillors are:-

Ian Constable

Chairman

Chris Garratt

Vice-Chairman

Dennis Ball

Julian Canham

Lennie Gent

Andy Petersen

Colin Sykes

Laura Sykes

John Tonks

Julie McNair,

Clerk to Council

Your Borough Councillors:

Carl Annison

Andy Grant

Sue Hacon

Your County Councillor:

Andy Grant

Your MP:

Brandon Lewis

PG8 Read the magazine online at www.hopton-on-sea-parish-council.norfolkparishes.gov.uk

Monday – Main Hall 1Zumba Fitness 9am Contact George 07584244154Bowls Club 1.30 – 4.00pm contact Frances on 01502 733232Belly Dancing Class 7.30 – 8.30pm. Contact Carole 01502 581499

Monday – Smaller Hall 2Pilates 10am – 11am Contact Hayley to book 07767 8645684pm to 5pm - Charlotte Wood contact 01502 732048Parish Council Meeting (10 July) 7.00 start. All welcome. Contact Julie 01502 730768Whole body toning exercise class 7pm – 8 pm Contact Gillian 01502 732488

Tuesday Hall 1BBarre Less 9.15 to 10.15am Contact George 07584244154Slimming World Classes 5.30pm and 7.30pm. Contact Debbie 01493 441180

Tuesday Hall 2Pilates 10.20 to 11.20am Contact George 07584244154Spiritualist Church and Healing Centre. 6.45 – 7.45pm Healing8.00 – 9.30pm Class

Wednesday Hall 1 Phoenix Karate School. Contact Vivianne 01502 7301716.00pm – 7.00pm Juniors 5+7.00pm – 8.00pm Seniors

Wednesday Hall 2Adult tap 7pm to 8pm. Contact Charlotte 01502 732048

Thursday Hall 1Line Dancing 10.30 to 12pm contact Jane 07788408801Tea Dance (weekly) 2.30pm to 4.30pm Contact John and Liz 01502 731222 Power Yoga 6.00pm to 7pm Contact Suzi 07875 331139Zumba Fitness 7.15pm to 8.00pm. Contact Charlotte 01502 732048

Thursday Hall 26.00 – 7.00pm Adult Tap. Contact Charlotte 01502 732048

Friday Hall 1 Latin Rhythms 9.15 to 10.15am Contact George 07584244154Zumba Gold 10.20 to 11.20am Contact George 07584244154Youth Club 7.00 – 9.00pm Contact Karen: 07741 464781 Liz: 07412 941276 (Term time only)

Friday Hall 2Youth Club 7.00 – 9.00pm Contact Karen: 07741 464781 Liz: 07412 941276 (Term time only)

Saturday Hall 1 Bowls Club 1.30 – 4.00pm Contact Frances 015023 733232

Saturday Hall 2 Academy of Dance Contact Charlotte 01502 732048 (Term time only)8.30am -10am Ballet10am – 10.45 Toddlers Ballet 3 to 5 years 11am – 11.45 Primary Ballet 6years +11.45 – 3pm Charlotte Wood

Sunday Hall 1

Sunday Hall 2 Spiritualist Church and Healing Centre 7.00 - 9.00pm Divine Service

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quotation from EE Green at £106.94 plus VAT. This was unanimously agreed. Cllr. Ball will be available to open the barrier to allow delivery of the skip. iv) Update regarding works to the front of the Recreation Ground. Works, as previously agreed, will start on Friday 30 June and should be completed by the middle of July, depending on the weather.

To receive a brief update on matters arising from Minutes:-i) Summer Fete Sunday 20 August 2017. The Chairman advised that organisation is going well with 37 stalls confirmed to date. Raffle prizes can still be donated via the office at the Village Hall. Advertising for the fete is underway. (See poster in Village News magazine for more details). ii) Refurbishment of the village sign. The sign has been removed for refurbishment and should be returned by the end of July.

To read Parish Councillors' Reports (previously submitted in writing). i) Northern Parishes Liaison Group Meeting 1 June 2017.It was proposed by Cllr. Garratt and seconded by Cllr. Canham to accept the report as written. This was unanimously agreed. ii) SNAP meeting 1 June 2017. It was proposed by Cllr. Garratt and seconded by Cllr. Tonks to accept the report as written. This was unanimously agreed.

Public Forum. A summary follows:-The Clerk thanked residents who have reported matters during the past month. These are just some of the matters actioned: The Parish Council has reported the many faulty street lights to GYBC and NCC (Amey contractors). They can take up to 20 working days to repair. We have also requested weed spraying to kerb sides throughout the village. NCC Highways advise they are behind with this task but that it will be carried out by the end of June, and again in late autumn.We have also asked for the Recreation Ground grass to be cut by GYB Services [now carried out]. Dog bags are being re-stocked in the dispensers. The area around the bus stop on the Lowestoft Road has been strimmed (at no cost to the Parish Council). The rear wall in the play area at Watsons Close has been reported for urgent repair. County/Borough Cllr. Andy Grant has advised that an independent surveyor will be assessing the wall shortly. A general tidy up of that area has been requested.A request has been made to GYBC as the sea wall is in need of re-caulking. Cars that are left at the entrance to the village, marked up “for sale”, have been reported to NCC Highways. I) It was reported that a dog barks between 10pm and 4am, at regular intervals, somewhere between Rogers Close (south of) and Station Road. It is very disturbing. If anyone knows where the owners live please advise the Parish Council so that this matter can be reported to GYBC Environmental Health to investigate. ii) Could the Parish Council ask Bourne Leisure to carry out a litter pick of the beach on a more regular basis. The Clerk will attend to this. iii) A drone was flying on the beach very close to members of the public. The Chairman advised that the matter should be reported immediately to Norfolk Constabulary. The Clerk will make Bourne Leisure aware of this health and safety issue. iv) It was confirmed by the Chairman that the report under item 7 contains no more information than was supplied at the Open Day held by Norfolk Property Services in March this year. As soon as the outline planning application is received, it will go on the Agenda for full consideration. [Application received and will be on the 10 July Agenda]. v) It was confirmed that Minutes of Advisory Committee meetings are now published on the Parish Council's website. vi) It was confirmed that the cost at item 14 above includes toner cartridges. vii) Include details of item 15 above re bi monthly surgeries in Village News to gauge response. The Chairman advised that phone numbers for all Cllrs. and Clerk are shown in Village News, on the noticeboards and website. If any resident has an issue they would like to raise, please call us.

To confirm the date and time of the next meeting of Hopton-on-Sea Parish Council. Monday 10 July 2017, 7.00pm at Hopton Village Hall. Confirmed.

The Chairman closed the meeting at 8.12pm.

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These minutes are in draft format and unconfirmed until approved at the next Parish Council meeting. The Clerk to the Parish Council can be contacted in the following ways:- e-mail hoptonparishclerk@hotmail.com Tel: 01502 730768 or in person at the village hall, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday 9.30am t o 1 . 3 0 p m . W e b s i t e : h t t p : / / h o p t o n - o n - s e a - p a r i s h -council.norfolkparishes.gov.uk/

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Poem by Lyn

Teenage years are special years,Packed full with hopes and dreams and fears,With loves first kiss and friendships new,There's lots to learn and lots to do. From babe to woman you have grown,The seed of destiny has been sown, You'll need some help and guidance too,And I'll be here, always, for you.You may not think I know the score,When pain comes knocking at your door,When your first love has let you down,Don't hide your tears behind a frown.Take my hand and talk to me,By sharing things, you can be free,For all the things I say and do,I was sixteen,And just like you.

©Lyn C Thomas

The Friends of old St. Margaret's

Last month on a fine Sunday morning ten of our volunteers descended on the Millennium Garden to carry out planting of the summer bedding and other tasks.

This year we have planted a red, white, and blue colour scheme of Sa lv ias and Pelargoniums in the boat. The small bed inside the ruins has been planted with English Lavender and Rosemary. While we were on site the rose bed and island bed was weeded and edged.

The hedge along the Coast Road was cleared of undergrowth and given a trim. A large quantity of ivy branches were also removed near the rose bed.

Graham Mills

PG9Village News - Hopton-on-Sea

PG10 Read the magazine online at www.hopton-on-sea-parish-council.norfolkparishes.gov.uk

Look Beyond the Uniform

Anglian Water is urging people to take extra care to make sure they're protected from bogus callers. The advice comes as the longer, warmer summer evenings mean the number of attempted break-ins to business locations, like Anglian Water sites, generally increases. The water company works hard to prevent these intruders, thefts and invest in tighter security but they are still targets for crime. Recently Anglian Water branded clothing was stolen, hence the need for extra vigilance. The water company is asking local communities to be vigilant and carefully inspect ID cards of any doorstep callers. Sarah D o b s o n f ro m A n g l i a n Wa t e r s a i d : “Unfortunately we hear of cases of people targeting vulnerable or elderly customers. Criminals know Anglian Water staff are often t r u s t e d b y h o m e o w n e r s a n d l o c a l communities and need access to people's homes. Sometimes they impersonate genuine Anglian Water employees, but there are usually some tell-tale signs that something isn't quite right, such as arriving with no Anglian Water van in sight, hurrying you or being aggressive.

“We want all of our customers to feel safe in their own home which is why it's important they know what to expect from a real Anglian Water employee. Even if you don't think you are at risk of such a crime, please help share this message with a friend, relative or neighbour who might be more vulnerable.”

Top tips for staying safe

A genuine Anglian Water member of staff will always carry an ID card.

If you are unsure of a person's identity alert the police or call 0800 145 145. Our call centre team will be able to describe the person to you and confirm they are a genuine employee.

Most Anglian Water staff will arrive in Anglian Water branded vans.

Anglian Water staff would never force their way into someone's home.

“From time to time we do make unplanned visits to customers, to take water samples and carry out other checks. However, they will always be willing to wait and let you confirm they are who they say they are. We would never force our way into a person's home.

“All of our employees carry identification and will happily hand it to you while you check it. Calling our Freephone number 0800 145145 at any time of day will put you through to a member of our team who'll be able to describe the person to you and confirm they are a genuine employee.

“If in any doubt we urge customers to check with us and not be pressured into letting someone into their home.”

Customers in any doubt should close the door and phone Anglian Water, for free, on 0800 145145 or alert the police.

Photography competition launched to capture the sounds of Suffolk

Take a moment to imagine if you couldn't hear the birds singing, your friends talking in the pub, or your favourite song playing on the radio. This is reality for many people who experience hearing loss and a major new photographic competition is being launched by one of Suffolk's best-known businesses to raise awareness about the importance of hearing.

Titled 'Sounds of Suffolk' the competition is being launched as part of Deaf Awareness Week, a national initiative also aimed at h i g h l i g h t i n g h e a r i n g i m p a i r m e n t .Award-winning hearing care specialist, The Hearing Care Centre, based at Rosedale GP Surgery in Carlton Colville, is inviting amateur and professional photographers alike from across the county to enter the competition with pictures which demonstrate the incredible sounds that can be found in and around our beautiful county and may not otherwise be heard by those with hearing loss. “It could be the sea crashing against the shore at Southwold, birds singing at Minsmere, the bells chiming at Bury St Edmunds Cathedral or screaming thrill seekers on a ride at Pleasurewood Hills” says Karen Finch, Managing Director of The Hearing Care Centre. “In fact any picture which depicts the sounds of the county in a powerful way,” she says.

“People with good hearing often don't realise the impact even mild hearing loss has on the enjoyment of ordinary things around us – we want our competition and the campaign to draw attention to some of the sounds that hard-of-hearing people cannot hear.”

Karen explained: “It can take years for some people to decide to do something about their hearing loss - it's estimated that there over 119,000 people in Suffolk who experience hearing loss, yet so many have yet to do anything about it. We want to get the message across that they really are missing out on life and CAN do something about it.”The Hearing Care Centre, which has 24 centres across Suffolk and Norfolk, is putting up a top prize of £250 for the best picture, followed by £100 for second place and an annual subscription to Suffolk Magazine for third place.

The closing date for the competition is Sunday 30th July 2017. For full information about the competition and the entry details, visit

www.hearingcarecentre.co.uk/soundsofsuffolk

Twinning

Celebration lunch at The Model Village Great Yarmouth

The weekend at the start of the Great Yarmouth Festival of Arts and Music saw our household host four French people from to the Twinning group of Rambouillet. Two of the male members were drummers in the French band. The other two were a young married couple, the husband being the official French photographer. Delightful people, we had so many laughs with my poor French and their slightly better English, lots of sign language and gestures it was a tearful farewell when they left, with promises of a reunion in France next year.

We also went to the various concerts and events put on by the Arts Festival people headed by chairman Hugh Sturzacker. The concert in the Minster at Yarmouth was excellent, the orchestra being a youth orchestra from Norwich with a very high standard. Another event was a ballet at St Georges which too was of an excellent standard, finally we attended a coffee morning at St Georges where a pianist and soprano sang and played to music by Lloyd Webber and other composers. All in all a wonderful week of culture that I had not realised was put on in Great Yarmouth and which I will certainly look out for in future. Thank goodness we offered our home to the twinning association which began it all.

Michael & Shirley PearceHopton

Save the Datefor Hopton's Summer Fete

Sunday 20 August 2017

See poster inside for details