Perhaps it was the potential danger from such external activities that would explain the non-arrival of the potential new female Parish Councillor and thus this appointment was deferred until a later date.

Planning matters included the application of Caton's Cabs to have a permanent change of use for their office premises. There was general agreement as to the benefit of having a taxi service conveniently situated within the village albeit concern that the limited parking spaces in that area might easily be filled with 'taxis' or that they might be parked in unacceptable areas that could cause a nuisance or obstruction. Time will tell as to whether such concerns are realised or whether the benefits of such a business blend into the needs of the village without any detrimental impact.

There is activity on the tree planting front with our three Tree Wardens involved in the planting of two old varieties of apple in the apple orchard and plans for a Red Oak to be planted somewhere on the common.