News from our local PCSOs

Please note the Have Your Say at Steeple Claydon Library on 20th Sept at 2.30 - 5pm

Speeding
Speed enforcement commenced in the area on 24 August in Main Street, Padbury, (07:45-09:20). 3 fixed penalty notices were issued, 38, 39 and 42 mph.
One further motorist was given advice for driving at 35 mph.

Local crime
Again, total reported crime is down; by 4 incidents in the 3 month period ending July
2011 compared to July 2010. Serious acquisitive crime, which relates to offences
such as burglary and robbery as well as motor vehicle theft , is up by 4 incidents.
Again, most of the increase is theft from vehicles. Therefore, the Neighbourhood
teams are continuing Operation Aim until Christmas which provides patrols to the
beauty spot car parks to disrupt criminal activity. This operation will still include the successful Clear Car campaign in a bid to continuously educate drivers and their families about the removal of valuable items from vehicles when unattended.
Serious violent crime remains at zero.
Criminal damage is down by 4 incidents with a slight increase in public order offences. Non-dwelling burglaries have again decreased compared to this time last year.

Have your say
Come and meet your Neighbourhood team to discuss any issues you may have. The next
opportunities are: Henry’s in Winslow High Street on 27/9/11, Whitchurch Surgery on
29/9/11 (both 1000-1200) and Steeple Claydon Library on 20/9/11 at 1430-1700.

ASB
Reports of anti-social behaviour problems occurring in Winslow.
It is believed that groups of young people have been drinking alcohol and using illegal drugs at these locations on a regular basis due to the litter and
paraphernalia left behind. It is also believed that similar activity has been occurring at the Steeple Claydon recreation ground. Extra police patrols have been carried out at all these locations over the past weeks and as a result two young people have been dealt with by Police of drug offences.
Buckingham South NHPT will be liaising with Addiction workers to carry out joint agency patrols aimed at engaging with all groups of young people in these communities and with a view to educating them about the dangers of drug and alcohol abuse and discouraging anti-social behaviour.

Countryside crime
Thames Valley Police attended the Bucks County Show on 1 September. The Force tractor was on display and drew large numbers of farmers and landowners again, who were interested in crime prevention ideas to disrupt the theft of farm plant and machinery. The Thames Valley Horsewatch trade stand moved from its usual location in the police area to a central position amongst the horse show rings which improved footfall immensely. A lot of interest was shown for tack marking. A Countrywatch stand was erected in the National Farmers Union trade stand which enabled officers to
talk about the benefits of the scheme to NFU visitors.
The new Aylesbury Vale Dog Watch scheme was launched. Details of the scheme were also held at all these trade stands. Aylesbury Vale District Council Community Safety team also promoted the scheme.

News on road repairs

There is some good news at last from the County Council on road repairs in the Claydons, thanks to the increased road maintenance budget for Bucks over the next 2 years.

The road from Botolph Claydon to Quainton is due to be resurfaced by the end of October this year, and the road from Botolph Claydon to Calvert is due to be resurfaced in 2012/13.

Also, the road bridge over the disused railway between Steeple Claydon and Twyford will be reopened this month after temporary repairs. Congratulations to all those who made their voices heard through a local petition.

The road sign at the junction of Addisons Road and West Street, which has been defaced, is also due to be replaced.

The Local Area Forum in June also allocated funding from its 2011/12 transportation budget for new salt bins in East Claydon and Botolph Claydon, and for a vehicle activated speed warning sign in East Claydon.

Consultation on local buses

The County Council are currently launching a public consultation on local bus services. Don't miss this opportunity to make your views heard. Contact details are below:

Consultation – bus routes 16, 17 & 18

The Transport for Buckinghamshire Passenger Transport Team are undertaking a
consultation as a result of a review of bus routes 16, 17 & 18. These routes serve
Waddesdon, Steeple Claydon and Marsh Gibbon and the surrounding villages and
currently provide links to Aylesbury, Buckingham and Bicester.
Information has been circulated to the LAF and any feedback or questions should be
directed to Andy Clarke, Passenger Transport Manager, by Wednesday 19th October.
Email: passtrans@buckscc.gov.uk
Post: Passenger Transport
Transport for Buckinghamshire
County Hall
Walton Street
Aylesbury
Bucks, HP20 1UY

Keep your Land Rover safe

A new campaign has been launched to help reduce the number of Land Rover thefts in Aylesbury Vale.

The Love your Land Rover initiative, set up by the Aylesbury Vale Community Safety Partnership, aims to encourage owners to take simple steps to reduce the risk of their 4x4 vehicles being stolen.

Over the past 12 months there has been a significant increase in Land Rover thefts – particularly older Defender models as they don’t have the most modern security systems.

The majority of thefts have taken place in rural areas with many on farm premises. It is believed the vehicles are being stripped down and the parts either sold in this country or exported.

In light of these incidents owners are urged to be extra vigilant and ensure their vehicles are secure. The Community Safety Partnership strongly recommend the following:
• Always lock and alarm your Land Rover
• Park in a locked garage or other locked secure area or in a well-lit open space or where there is passive lighting
• Don’t leave keys in the ignition or near the front door at home
• Fit a transponder based security marking system and tracker device and etch all windows with your vehicle identification number
• If your Land Rover is over ten years old also fit an alarm and either fit an immobiliser or use a steering wheel lock

New Business advice website for Aylesbury Vale

A new website designed to encourage new businesses to invest in Aylesbury Vale as well as providing essential help and advice for start-up and existing firms is now online.

The website www.investaylesburyvale.com will act as a single point of contact for business advice and support provided by Aylesbury Vale District Council and partner organisations.

Commissioned by AVDC, the website has been designed to provide user-friendly information and interactive tools for start-up, growing and relocating businesses. From the homepage users can choose which journey they wish to take, with each pathway providing tailored resources and information for the user.

The site includes lots of hints and tips, information about the support AVDC and partners can provide and signposting to other sources and help, including:
• Grants and access to sources of finance;
• Premises and commercial agents;
• Business networks and support; and
• Colleges and training organisations

There is also information about the quality of life living and working in Aylesbury Vale offers and case studies from a wide range of companies who have recently established themselves in the area who are keen to give their perspective on doing business in the Vale.

Local businesses or those thinking of relocating will also be able to sign up to the council’s online business directory and carry out commercial land and property searches.

The new website is just part of a package of support AVDC can offer businesses, including a start-up grant for businesses with a three-month trading history and directing start-ups to a range of serviced accommodation in Aylesbury Vale, including the AVDC-supported Aylesbury Enterprise and Innovation Centre, where businesses can network or hot desk, depending on their office needs.

HS2 consultation roadshow comes to Calvert Green

The government's consultation roadshow event on the proposed HS2 rail scheme will come to Calvert Green Community Centre on Thursday 26th May.

The roadshow will give local people the opportunity to find out more about the project and discuss specific concerns with experts from HS2 Ltd and the Department for Transport.

There will be maps and information available, including all the documents which were used to develop the proposals and the strategic thinking behind them. There will also be explanatory factsheets on a wide range of issues including local impacts and benefits. DVDs containing all the documents and maps will also be available.

All the information will also be available on the website http://highspeedrail.dft.gov.uk/, with the documents also available as DVDs. The public can also contact the HS2 public enquiry team on 020 7944 4908 or hs2enquiries@hs2.gsi.gov.uk

The roadshow will be held on 26 May from 8am to 8pm at:

• Calvert Green Community Centre Car Park, Cotswolds Way, Calvert Green, Bucks, MK18 2FJ

Other roadshows are being held across the other areas affected by HS2 and there is a link to these details on the consultation website. The consultation is open until 29 July.

Gardens in East Claydon and Verney Junction open for charity

On Sunday May 29th three gardens in East Claydon and one in Verney Junction will be open for the National Garden Scheme. All proceeds go to charity.

Combined admission £4, children free. Opening times 2-6pm.
Homemade teas in the village hall.

Gardens Open in East Claydon:

9, Church Way (plants for sale)
Inglenooks
The Old Vicarage (plants for sale)

Garden open in Verney Junction:

3, Jubilee Cottages

For more information about the gardens and to see the charities supported by the NGS see The Yellow Book, or visit www.ngs.org.uk