News Archive 2007
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Council Achieves Top Business Award - 10th January 2008
After 18 months of working towards a wide range of stringent targets, North Norfolk District Council has achieved the Investors in People standard, one of the top awards available to business organisations, recognising excellence in their ways of working, especially in involving and developing their staff.
Polling Places Review - Changes in Two Parishes - 24 December, 2007
A review of polling districts and polling places in North Norfolk is establishing new venues for voting in Beeston Regis and Little Snoring.
Clean Up After Your Dog - Wherever You Are - 17 December, 2007
A new dog fouling order makes it an offence not to clean up after your dog in any public area in North Norfolk.
New Licensing Requirements for Private Hire Vehicles - 13 December, 2007
Taxis and private hire drivers will have to meet stricter standards under new rules coming into force in January. Now North Norfolk District Council is organising a seminar in February for drivers who work for the voluntary sector, who may also be affected by the change in the law.
Local Development Framework - Examinations Begin - 3 December, 2007
An inspector is considering more than 800 comments about proposals for District-wide planning policies, in the latest phase of the creation of a Local Development Framework (LDF) for North Norfolk.
Recycling Messages at Christmas Markets - 28 November, 2007
North Norfolk District Council's recycling team will be at two forthcoming markets with information and advice about what to do with seasonal waste.
Two Hours' Parking Free on Saturdays Before Christmas - 27 November, 2007
Parking in North Norfolk District Council's car parks will be free for up to two hours on the four Saturdays before Christmas.
Supporting North Norfolk Tourism Business - 20 November, 2007
One of the most important tools in promoting tourism in North Norfolk, the North Norfolk Coast, Countryside and Broads Guide for 2008 will be launched at a gathering including many local tourism businesses at Wolterton Hall on 6 December, with a keynote speech from Norman Lamb MP.
Blue Flag Water Quality at Cromer, Mundesley and Sea Palling - but Not at Sheringham - 20 November, 2007
Summer rain washed out Sheringham's hopes of flying a Blue Flag for bathing water quality in 2008.
Cromer Pier Reopens for Business - 15 November, 2007
Cromer Pier has reopened for business following the repair of damage caused by the storm surge and high tide of 9 November.
Chance for local residents to influence Conservation Area Appraisal - 14 November, 2007
North Norfolk District Council is inviting residents of Aldborough and nearby Thurgarton to comment on its new draft Conservation Area Appraisal, with an exhibition and a public meeting.
Melton Constable Conservation Area Appraisal - 14 November, 2007
North Norfolk District Council is asking for views by 7 January on a draft Conservation Area Appraisal for Melton Constable which includes proposals for future management.
Clearing Up After the Surge - 12 November, 2007
Cromer and Sheringham promenades are still closed to the public as clean-up work goes on in the wake of Friday's storm surge, which left areas of the seafronts damaged and unsafe. Overstrand's prom is now also being closed.
Proms Closed at Cromer and Sheringham - 9 November, 2007
Cromer and Sheringham Promenades are closed while high winds continue to batter the North Norfolk Coast, and while North Norfolk District Council cleans up the damage and debris left by Friday night's storm surge.
Christmas Gift in Remembrance of Fallen Anglians - 23 October, 2007
North Norfolk District Council's Chairman will be foregoing the tradition of sending civic Christmas cards this year, deciding instead to give a donation towards a permanent memorial to members of the 1st Battalion, the Royal Anglian Regiment, who lost their lives in Afghanistan.
Solution Sought to Cromer Traders' Street Promotions - 16 October, 2007
Action against traders who put signs and goods on the streets of Cromer has been suspended as officials develop a solution that helps businesses promote themselves while staying within the law.
The Big Draw - Come and Have a Go, as We Think You're Arty Enough! - 8 October, 2007
A national campaign to get people to dabble in drawing will bring extra colour to North Norfolk, when local people's contributions adorn the hoardings for the District's new Information Centre.
Helping Over-55s Get Active - 21 September, 2007
A new set of physical activities for older people kicks off in North Norfolk , with a new programme of free one- to four-mile walks as part of the Norfolk-wide Fit Together initiative for those in mid-life and beyond.
Design Award for New Church Inspired by Age-Old Style - 19 September, 2007
A new church that reinterprets the iconic and traditional Norfolk round tower has won this year's Graham Allen Award for Conservation and Design, awarded by North Norfolk District Council.
A Warmer Welcome at Bacton Wood - 17 September, 2007
The visitor facilities at Bacton Wood have been enhanced thanks to £8500 investment by local councils, the UK Government and the European Union.
North Walsham Tetra Mast Inquiry Grants Planning Permission - 6 September, 2007
A Planning Inspector has granted planning permission for the Tetra telecommunications mast at North Walsham police station, ruling that the mast can stay and be operated as there was no reason to set aside Government policy on phone masts in this case.
Turn Your Dream of a 'Green' Home into Reality - at Green Build - 6 September, 2007
Do you want to save money by making your house more energy-efficient? Are you planning a self-build project, extension or renovation at home? Are you a builder or architect looking for new developments in the industry? Would you like to find ways to change your family's lifestyle to make better use of resources and preserve our precious environment? Then a free family event run by North Norfolk District Council, in association with the National Trust, on the weekend of 15 and 16 September is for you.
The Practicalities of Polling - Help Us Pick the Right Places to Vote - 31 August, 2007
North Norfolk District Council is embarking on a review of its polling districts and places, to make sure voting is convenient for people and polling stations are up to scratch.
Fruit trees for Africa? Can do! - 7 August, 2007
A fruit tree will be grown in Malawi for every tonne of aluminium drinks cans recycled in North Norfolk through the Twin Bins household rubbish and recycling collection service.
Help the Mobile Gym Win a National Award! - 24 July, 2007
North Norfolk District Council's mobile gym is in the running for a national award, and needs your vote to get past the semi-finals.
Views Sought Over New Dog Control Order - 20 July, 2007
North Norfolk District Council is seeking residents' views by 3 August over proposals to simplify the dog fouling rules across the District.
Last Chance to Comment on Long-Term Planning Policies - 20 July, 2007
The 30 July deadline is approaching for comments to be received on the Core Strategy of the Local Development Framework for North Norfolk - the planning policies that will shape development in the District up to 2021.
Third Green Flag for Holt Country Park - 17 July, 2007
Holt Country Park has earned a third Green Flag in three years for its management and visitor facilities - one of only two sites in Norfolk to have one.
Winners of the 2007 Environment Awards - 12 July, 2007
A wildlife conservation centre near Holt, a new birdwatching and visitor centre on the North Norfolk coast, a school grounds project, and the conservation of the village common at Southrepps have been rewarded with North Norfolk District Council Environment Awards.
£200k for Places to Play - 2nd July, 2007
"Do not play on the grass." "No ball games." A look at the signs around North Norfolk's parks and open spaces could leave you thinking that having fun there was forbidden.
Now, thanks to a £200,000 grant from the Big Lottery Fund, North Norfolk District Council is putting the 'play' back into the District's play areas.
NNDC has adopted a new approach to play facilities, which will see a host of new activities designed with play, rather than over-protectiveness, in mind.
Another Chance to Comment on Development Plans - 11 June, 2007
North Norfolk people get another chance to comment on new planning policies that will shape the look and livelihood of the District for the next 15 years, when a six-week consultation starts on 18 June.
NNDC responds to the Norfolk Primary Care Trust "Our Health, Our Care - Have Your Say" Consultation Document - 4th June 2007
Norfolk Primary Care Trust has been consulting on their proposals for intermediate care services. If implemented this would mean in North Norfolk that community hospitals such as Benjamin Court (Cromer), St Michaels (Aylsham) and Cranmer House NHS beds (Fakenham) could close...
Enter Now for Prestigious Building Conservation Award - 31 May, 2007
Sensitive renovation projects and new buildings which make innovative use of traditional features and detailing have just one month to enter for an award from North Norfolk District Council.
District Council meets problem with garden bin payments - 30 May, 2007
As part of its drive to reduce waste and increase recycling North Norfolk District Council has distributed around 12,500 garden waste bins across the District over the past three years.
Smokefree Event 1st June 2007 - 29th May, 2007
Councils from across Norfolk are joining together for an event to be held on Cromer Pier on Friday 1 June to remind everyone that there is just one month to go before all public places in England become 'Smoke-Free'.
All About Composting - 30 April, 2007
Home Composting Awareness Week takes place from Friday 4 to Sunday 13 May, spreading the message that composting is a really simple thing to do at home to help the environment, reduce rubbish and get a valuable resource for gardens.
Enter now for the North Norfolk Environment Awards! - 19 March, 2007
Do you know of a project in North Norfolk that's designed to clean up our environment? Are you involved in a scheme to protect a corner of our beautiful District? Is there work being done in your town or parish to promote the sustainable use of resources? Those projects could be in line for a North Norfolk Environment Award.
North Norfolk District and Parish Council Elections 2007 - 12 April, 2007
All 48 seats on North Norfolk District Council will be up for election on 3rd May this year. A list of the candidates standing for election in Wards in the District is now available to download.
New Planning Application for Tesco at Sheringham - 13 February, 2007
Tesco Stores Limited has submitted a new planning application for a retail store, car parking and associated works on land at Cromer Road, Sheringham.
Stalham Sports Centre Closes After Wiring Problems Unearthed - 9 February, 2007
Owing to the discovery of problems with electrical cabling Stalham Sports Centre at Stalham High School will be closed for indefinite period.
Swipe Cards Cut Down on Payment Paperwork - 8 February, 2007
North Norfolk residents who pay their council tax bills in person at council offices, banks and post offices will find it easier from April, with the introduction of swipe cards to replace the old paper payment slips.
Recycling Rates Rocket in North Norfolk - 8 February, 2007
North Norfolk people recycle 43% of all household waste, new figures show, making them among the best recyclers in the country.
Giant Woodsman Gets a Name - 30 January, 2007
The friendly giant who welcomes visitors to Holt Country Park now has a name: he is called "Thol", a mythical-sounding moniker that is an anagram of "Holt".
Holt Country Park Closed Because of Storm Damage - 19 January, 2007
Swathes of North Norfolk District Council-owned woodland are closed to the public after yesterday's storm (18 January) brought trees and branches down across paths or left them hanging precariously.
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