We welcomed Will Lovell to the Parish Council, who has stepped into the recent vacancy and brings us back up to full membership. My thanks also go to Vince, Ed, Zahra and Dorie for their continued commitment and hard work on behalf of the parish.

We recently ran our second first aid and defibrillator training session, which was very well attended. It is encouraging to see so many residents taking part and helping to strengthen our community resilience.

The council has voted to retain the current level of the parish precept for the coming year. As part of our forward planning, we are establishing a clearer framework for reviewing funding requests made to the council. To set expectations, as we have not increased the precept, our available funds are limited. Any grants will therefore be one-off payments only, focused on initiatives that make a positive difference to life in Elmore.

Thank you, as always, for your support.

Matthew Brandon – Chair Elmore Parish Council