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NORTH BADDESLEY ROAD IMPROVEMENTS
North Baddesley borough councillor Steve Cosier has asked the County Council to consult North Baddesley residents before implementing improvements to the transport network in the village.
Money from the Borden Chemicals development has been earmarked by county officials to encourage alternative modes of transport in and around North Baddesley.
Under the agreement the County Council wants to have a controlled crossing at Rownhams Road in the vicinity of Fleming Avenue, an off-road shared pedestrians/cyclists facility along Rownhams Road and Rownhams Lane, as well as improved access to school at Fleming Avenue and traffic calming along Rownhams Road, Nutburn Road and Hoe Lane.
Ward member Mr. Cosier said ‘Though I would welcome any help in reducing the amount of cars that go through North Baddesley and support greener modes of transport, I strongly believe that the people living in Baddesley should be part of any consultation process.’
The Parish Council have been asked to comment on these proposals and will be meeting soon to submit their response.
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Some 40 members of North Baddesley Over-60’s Club were at North Baddesley Parish Council’s AGM on Tuesday 13th May to support Dennis Peckham as Parishioner of the Year.
They clapped and sang their club song, which “proves the old are young at heart”, and records their affection for their village.
Mr Peckham attended North Baddesley School from 1928 to 1934 and recalls one of his teachers there saying “We should all strive to make North Baddesley a better place.” He added, “We now have a village to be proud of.”
After attending Romsey C of E School Mr Peckham joined Wills Nurseries at Romsey in 1937 and served in the RAF during the war. Altogether he spent 43 years with Wills, the last 10 as Nursery Manager before retirement in 1980.
He moved back to Baddesley, to his present house in Sylvan Drive, in 1987 and the next year joined the Over-60’s Club. He has played an active part there serving as entertainment officer for 15 years and has been chairman and vice-chairman. “I am very supportive of our club which brings much pleasure to a lot of people,” he said.
Mr Peckham, who is also a member of Nursling and Rownhams Retired Men’s Fellowship and Romsey Royal British Legion, was presented with the award by Council Chairman, David Knight. Thanking those who had nominated him, Mr Peckam added, “They seem to think I have done something useful. I hope they are right!”
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Are you available to attend 6 evening full governing body meetings per year, during term time, and other occasional meetings?
Would you like to be a critical friend to our school?
If the answer is yes to these questions, would you consider becoming a community governor at North Baddesley Infant School? We are a committed, friendly and approachable team and would welcome fellow members of the community to assist with the strategic management of our wonderful school. It is not necessary for you to have a child at our school in order to apply.
Governors receive training and support from Hampshire County Council as well as an induction to the role of a governor at North Baddesley Infant School.
If you would like more information please either contact the school on 023 8041 2412 or Sue McFaull on 023 8073 8897. Alternatively try the Hampshire County Council web site: www3.hants.gov.uk/education/governors/governors-govrecruit.htm
North Baddesley Infant School and Hampshire County Council are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Criminal Records Bureau checks along with other relevant employment checks.