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Town Council Calls Extraordinary Meeting over SSDC Planning Decision

Wed 21 Jan 2015
By John Smith
Town Council Calls Extraordinary Meeting over SSDC Planning Decision

Wincanton Town Council called an extraordinary meeting to discuss the SSDC decision to allow temporary access over the Memorial Car Park to the rear of The Dolphin Hotel.

Wincanton 'People Power' Shuts Down Dancing Lane Building Plans

Wed 7 Jan 2015
By John Smith
Wincanton 'People Power' Shuts Down Dancing Lane Building Plans

A District Council Area East meeting on Wednesday 10th December 2014, to include a planning application for new homes near Dancing Lane, was attended at Churchfields by local residents and "Wincanton in Crisis" protesters.

Your Town Council Wants to Talk to You!

Fri 14 Nov 2014
By John Smith
Your Town Council Wants to Talk to You!

Wincanton Town Council has set up a regular surgery to give you an easy way to talk to them and share your views about Wincanton. This is your chance to submit suggestions about how you want to see your community develop.

Town Council Grants - Applications for 2015 Now Available

Mon 20 Oct 2014
By John Smith
Town Council Grants - Applications for 2015 Now Available

Every year the Town Council accepts applications for grant funding from local charities and voluntary organisations. They are now looking for applications for the 2015 awards.

Election or Co-option? That is the question

Sat 6 Sep 2014
By John Smith
Election or Co-option? That is the question

On Monday 8th September Town Council meetings resume in Wincanton after the summer break. Following recent resignations they are looking to fill vancancies.

Councils Clash - Parking Meter Bullet Dodged in Wincanton

Mon 1 Sep 2014
By John Smith
Councils Clash - Parking Meter Bullet Dodged in Wincanton

A recent altercation between Wincanton Town Council and South Somerset District Council has finally cleared up some of the confusion caused by prior miscommunication that may have lead to the introduction of parking meters in Wincanton. We're now safe for at least three years.

A Summary of the Town Council Meeting on 10th March 2014

Fri 21 Mar 2014
By John Smith
A Summary of the Town Council Meeting on 10th March 2014

Given the heightened interest in, and concern about the future of car parking charges in Wincanton, the latest meeting of the Town Council on Monday 10th March was eagerly attended in hope of further information.

A Summary of the Town Council Meeting to Discuss Parking

Tue 4 Mar 2014
By John Smith
A Summary of the Town Council Meeting to Discuss Parking

On Monday 24th February, residents and business owners attended a meeting of Wincanton Town Council, with particular interest in a discussion about parking in the Town Centre. This is a record, as I understand it, of the options presented.

Parking Meters in Wincanton – The Debate Continues

Sat 22 Feb 2014
By John Smith
Parking Meters in Wincanton – The Debate Continues

The next Wincanton Town Council meeting this Monday, 24th February will see 'Parking' back on the agenda. Arguments may be put forward in favour of introducing parking meters after all. Come to the meeting and help our Councillors make the right decision!

Notice of Co-Option of a Town Councillor

Wed 15 May 2013
By Sam Atherton
Notice of Co-Option of a Town Councillor

A casual vacancy has arisen on the Town Council, due to resignation. Since no electors have called for an election, the Council will fill this vacancy by co-option at its meeting on Monday 10th June 2013.

Kids' Activity Bus at Wincanton Recreation Ground

Mon 27 Aug 2012
By Tim Cook
Kids' Activity Bus at Wincanton Recreation Ground

On Tuesday 28th August, the Yarlington Activity Bus will run fun children's activities at Wincanton Recreation Ground's car park. The theme is "Under the Sea". This is also an opportunity for you to consult with SSDC about the play area.

Let's Be Clear On How Town Cash Is Spent

Mon 6 Aug 2012
By Western Gazette
Let's Be Clear On How Town Cash Is Spent

Wincanton Town Council has written to other market towns over councillors' fears money from the town will be spent in Yeovil. Councillors say they don't want money for community facilities generated from agreements with developers in Wincanton going elsewhere.

SSDC Hosts Area East Community Forum on Tuesday 17th July

Wed 11 Jul 2012
By Lisa Davis
SSDC Hosts Area East Community Forum on Tuesday 17th July

Do you want help and ideas for your local fund raising or project? To influence and give feedback to local services such as Police, District Council, Fire, Yarlington Homes and the Balsam Centre?

Civil Parking Enforcement in Wincanton

Wed 27 Jun 2012
By Sam Atherton
Civil Parking Enforcement in Wincanton

I have recently received information regarding on-street parking with regard to civil parking enforcement in Somerset and an update for Town and Parish Councils.

Youngsters to Receive a Mug for the Diamond Jubilee

Mon 14 May 2012
By Western Gazette
Youngsters to Receive a Mug for the Diamond Jubilee

Special celebration mugs will be handed out free to school children from Wincanton this summer to mark the Queen's Diamond Jubilee. A Town Council jubilee committee was set up earlier this year to decide how to commemorate the event.

Taxpayers' Alliance Action Day Highlights Objections to Parking Charges

Mon 23 Apr 2012
By Nick Colbert
Taxpayers' Alliance Action Day Highlights Objections to Parking Charges

An action day in Yeovil to show public feeling against the District Council’s increased charges across the District, including Wincanton and Castle Cary, was well supported, with nearly 200 signatures collected in less than an hour.

Is Your Money Being Used to Provide Facilities for Yeovil?

Mon 23 Apr 2012
By Nick Colbert
Is Your Money Being Used to Provide Facilities for Yeovil?

Wincanton, Castle Cary and Bruton are having their money systematically taken from the area to provide facilities for Yeovil. People have been saying it for years and I am sorry to say it's true and we need to stop it.

District Council Question Time - What Would YOU Like Us to Ask? Updated

Sun 25 Mar 2012
By Mandy Cochrane
District Council Question Time - What Would YOU Like Us to Ask? <span style='color: red'>Updated</span>

Wincanton Window has been invited to attend a meeting in Yeovil with District Council executives to hear what they’re doing locally and to ask questions of our own. What would YOU like us to ask about?

A District Counsellor's View on SSDC's Annual Budget

Thu 15 Mar 2012
By Nick Colbert
A District Counsellor's View on SSDC's Annual Budget

South Somerset District Council has just passed their budget to inflict more pain on both the people and businesses in Wincanton and South Somerset.

District Councillor Henry Hobhouse Responds to Nick Colbert's Letter

Sat 10 Mar 2012
By Henry Hobhouse
District Councillor Henry Hobhouse Responds to Nick Colbert's Letter

District Councillor Henry Hobhouse responds to Councillor Nick Colbert's claims that the parking charges policy of the district council has been "bullying", short on consultation and "Illegal".

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