Category Archives: News

A605 Road Closures Coming – Managed ‘Poorly’……. Part 1

Posted on August 14, 2026 by Roy Gerstner Admin

Months and months of talks with several of the ‘Stakeholders’ we have now been informed that ‘what was planned’ will now not happen for varying reasons and excuses. Our Councillors have worked tirelessly to try and minimise the disruption that … Continue reading →

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Someone Asked – How Many Asylum Seekers In Fenland

Posted on August 13, 2026 by Roy Gerstner Admin

I am providing the official figures by the Government. Recently FDC Leader Cllr Boden was asked by a resident, his figures more or less confirmed these Gov’t Figures. I have included some comparisons. (Note these stats do NOT include those … Continue reading →

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Bower Footbridge Concerns & Issues….

Posted on August 13, 2026 by Roy Gerstner Admin

Thanks to CCC Cllr Michael Fisher who has been the lead in getting information and action from CCC Highways……Public and we councillors are not experts in structural matters and leave it to those who are qualified…. Good morning Cllr Fisher, … Continue reading →

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A Proposed Reservoir In the Fens – Invitation to Teams briefing – 14 Sep

Posted on August 13, 2026 by Roy Gerstner Admin

Dear Councillor, I am writing to share an update on our proposals and invite you to attend an online briefing.  Following our phase three consultation which closed in December 2025, we’ve been making great progress in developing our plans. This includes reviewing … Continue reading →

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Neighbourhood Police Meeting

Posted on August 13, 2026 by Roy Gerstner Admin

Dear Roy, Do you have a concern you would like to talk to your neighbourhood officers about? Or perhaps you would like to hear about the work we have been doing? If you answered yes to the above, then come … Continue reading →

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Planning Decisions Made by Delegated Powers @ FDC

Posted on August 12, 2026 by Roy Gerstner Admin

July 2026 – Below, are planning applications which have been decided by delegated powers – Planning Officers @ FDC – these have not been put before the planning committee for a decision.

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The Eclipse Is Tonight

Posted on August 12, 2026 by Roy Gerstner Admin

August 12th…..check many websites for more details……

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Day Two – Planning Inspector Visits Site In Coates

Posted on August 12, 2026 by Roy Gerstner Admin

You can view the Planning Application (350 documents) @ Fenland District Councils Web Portal/Planning  Click Here….. Day one report on Cambs Live News  Click Here….. Part of their remit is to make an actual visit, several others attended today including … Continue reading →

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Action On Nuisance Vehicles, Drug Crime & ASB

Posted on August 12, 2026 by Roy Gerstner Admin

Action on nuisance vehicles, drug crime and anti-social behaviour. Dear Roy, Your March Neighbourhood Policing Team continues to focus on the priorities identified by local communities: Tackling vehicle-related anti-social behaviour and road traffic offences Disrupting drug activity and safeguarding vulnerable … Continue reading →

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Bower Footbridge Update 110826

Posted on August 11, 2026 by Roy Gerstner Admin

Message from CCC Cllr Michael Fisher – According to his records, the bridge was last inspected on 7 July 2026, with no major concerns identified by the engineer at the time. However, following the recent concerns that have been raised, … Continue reading →

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Saxon Pit: Survey Reminder & Recent BBC News Report

Posted on August 11, 2026 by Roy Gerstner Admin

A quick reminder that the Saxon Pit Community Health Impact Assessment survey closes on Sunday 23 August. If you have not yet completed it, please do make  time to do so. Whether your experience of living locally has been positive, negative … Continue reading →

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Important Planning Appeal @ FDC Being Heard Today & Tomorrow

Posted on August 11, 2026 by Roy Gerstner Admin

In reference to the refusal of 200 houses in Coates, the applicant has appealed to the planning inspectorate  and evidence is being presented today and tomorrow. Ward Councillors Bob Wicks and Haq Nawaz gave evidence of issues supporting the refusal. … Continue reading →

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