News - Drayton Bassett Parish Council

The Local Government Act 1972 requires local councils to convene an Annual Parish Assembly of the Parish – this is a forum for local government electors to discuss things specific to the parish. It is NOT a council meeting but the parish council will arrange. This year’s assembly will be held on Tuesday 15th April at 7pm in the WI Hall, Drayton Bassett. Read More...

Quotes invited

Published: 25 Feb 25

The parish council are inviting quotes for work to improve the village green in Drayton Bassett. To see the tender document please use the link below. Read More...

Revamped pothole reporting system

Published: 29 Jan 25

Information received from the County Council on the new way to report potholes. Read More...

Fancy a Walk?

Published: 29 Jan 25

Drayton Bassett is surrounded by countryside. here is a link to the local public footpaths around our village. Read More...

Rural Bus Service

Published: 22 Jan 25

Your flexible, on-demand bus service for rural villages Read More...

Friendly reminder for dog users in the park.

Published: 7 Jan 25

Please see the attached reminder that during this trial period, dogs should be held on a short lead and ALL dog mess picked up and placed in the bins. Read More...

Problems with flooding?

Published: 6 Jan 25

Councillors have been receiving messages from residents concerned at local flooding following yesterdays rain. Read More...

Carols in the Croft 2024

Published: 10 Dec 24

Here are the words needed for the Christmas Carols in the Croft on 20th December at 7pm. A QR will be available at the event for you to link direct to the song sheets. Read More...

Outcome of Dog Survey

Published: 20 Nov 24

Below is the link to see the full results from the dog survey undertaken in the village in November 2024. Read More...

Lichfield Local Plan 2022- 2043

Published: 18 Nov 24

Give your views to help shape the future of development across our district up to 2043 - Local Plan 2043 Issues and Options Consultation. Read More...

Notice of Consultation on dogs in the village park

Published: 22 Oct 24

Between the 2nd - 9th November, Councillors will be visiting residents to get their views on whether dogs should be allowed in the village park. Please see attached for more information. Read More...

Applications for Parish Councillor sought

Published: 15 Oct 24

There is 1 vacancy for a parish councillor. Please see advert and application form below. Read More...

Looking for part time job in the village?

Published: 7 Oct 24

Please see the attached advert for Lunch Time supervisors at our local village school. Read More...

If you are thinking of becoming a parish councillor - here are some Q & A's which may help.

Published: 17 Sep 24

Applications sought for new parish councillors

Published: 16 Sep 24

Are you looking to be a help in your local community and want to be a parish councillor? Read More...

Become a parish councillor

Published: 16 Sep 24

Parish Council meeting update

Published: 3 Sep 24

Please read the attached for an update on the future of the parish council. Read More...

Councillor Resignation

Published: 9 Jul 24

Please be advised of the resignation of Rosemary Bridge. As this is the 6th resignation from the Council, Lichfield District Council will be in charge of the appointment of replacement Councillors. Read More...

Councillor Resignation

Published: 1 Jul 24

Please see attached the notice relating to the resignation of another councillor. The Parish Council is now no longer quorate and matters will lie with Lichfield District Council Read More...

Cancellation of Dog Survey

Published: 28 Jun 24

Following the resignation of 3 Councillors, the dog survey will no longer take place. Read More...

Councillor Resignation

Published: 28 Jun 24

We have received another Councillor Resignation. Please see the attached notice. Read More...

Councillors Resignations

Published: 27 Jun 24

We have received the resignations from three of our Councillors. The public Notice is attached. Read More...

Dog Ban Survey

Published: 25 Jun 24

The parish council have been asked to reconsider the current ban on dogs in the village park - please complete our survey on 4th July. Read More...

Blocked Highways Drains

Published: 19 Jun 24

At a recent parish council meeting the problems of blocked drain came up. if you want to report these, please use this link.... Read More...

Best Kept Village and Community Update

Published: 19 Jun 24

Final judging took place on 4th June. We await the final decision with fingers crossed!! Read More...

Public Footpaths

Published: 26 Mar 24

We have a wealth of footpaths in and around our village. We are delighted to see this directional sign up in place to help walkers find their way. Read More...

Spring 2024 Newsletter

Published: 19 Mar 24

We are pleased to share our spring newsletter for the Parish. Read More...

Tennis Court

Published: 17 Mar 24

Tennis court reopens Read More...

What to do if your home is flooded due to heavy rain etc

Published: 8 Feb 24

People affected by flooding can contact Lichfield District Council for information about recovering from a flood………More, click title link. Read More...

New bird boxes and Planters for the village

Published: 5 Feb 24

All the bird boxes donated by BBV have now been put up in the village park in time for the nesting season. We hope they will find new ‘owners’ shortly. Read More...