Grass Cutting Contract 2025 - 2028

North East Derbyshire District Council on behalf of Shirland and Higham Parish Council are looking to invite quotations for the carrying out of grass cutting services in the parish for a three year period commencing on 1st April 2025.


All details can be found on the electronic tendering system - Bolsover Disctrict Council Electronic Tendering Site - Home






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Declaration of Result of Poll - Shirland and Higham Neighbourhood Referendum

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xtreme Wheels

All young people aged 9 plus from all areas of the Parish are welcome to attend

​The Great Grid Upgrade - Chesterfield to Willington

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Extreme Wheels are back!

All young people aged 9 plus from all areas of the Parish are welcome to attend
 
Sessions are to be held at:
Mickley Recreation Ground Wed 29th May 2024 1-3pm
Stonebroom Sportsground Friday 31st May 2024 6-8pm
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Stonebroom Pavilion 



The Pavilion located on the Sportsground is available for use for a suggested donation of £12 per hour.
Ideal for meetings, small gatherings and craft groups the venue benefits from a large car park and kitchen facilities.
If you wish to have a look around or enquire about making a booking please contact the Parish Clerk on 07912 270066, email address [email protected]
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Extreme Wheels

​The Parish Council are pleased to inform residents that Extreme Wheels will be returning to Mickley Recreation Ground on Monday 30th October from 12 -2pm. Young people from all villages in the Parish are welcome to attend.

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​The Parish Council are pleased to announce that the successful Extreme Wheels programme will be returning to the Parish duing the Summer holidays 2023.

The programme is aimed at young people from the age of 9 years. Young people from all villages in the Parish are welcome to join any of the sessions.

The sessions will be held as follows:

Stonebroom Sportsground - Monday 24th July and Monday 31st July from 1pm - 3pm
Mickley Recreation Ground - Monday 7th August and Monday 14th August from 1pm - 3pm
Shirland Village Hall Playing Fields - Monday 21st August and Thursday 31st August from 1pm - 3pm


​District and Parish Elections Thursday 4th May 2023


​Declaration of Result of Poll


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Community Governance Review of Stonebroom

The Working Group from North East Derbyshire District Council will be holding a public meeting at 6pm on Thursday 2 March 2023 at Shirland Village Hall.  Further information can be found at the following link ​Stonebroom Community Governance Review - North East Derbyshire District Council (ne-derbyshire.gov.uk)


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Temporary Vacancy for Part-Time Caretaker - Stonebroom Pavilion

Initially for a period of 3 months to cover Maternity Leave
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Start date – April 2023
 
We are looking for a self-motivated, hard working person who will ensure that the building is kept in good order, clean and safe and who is welcoming to our users.
We are seeking to appoint a part-time Caretaker to deliver high quality, efficient customer focused caretaking and cleaning services.
 
Key responsibilities include:
  • Opening and closing of the building for bookings and football fixtures
  • Cleaning including general areas, changing rooms, kitchen and toilets
  • Dealing with contractors and deliveries
  • Basic maintenance and inspections of the premises
  • Organising replenishment of consumables and ensure adequate stock of cleaning and hygiene supplies
  • Carrying out litter picking of the play area and sportsground
 
Desirable knowledge and skills required:
  • Experience in delivering high quality, efficient, customer focused caretaking services
  • Ability to work well with Councillors and the Clerk
  • Possess excellent communication skills
  • Flexible attitude as the role will carry ‘on call’ responsibility
  • Self-motivated with the ability to use your own initiative
 
Hours: 10 per week
Salary : £10.42 per hour
For more details or to send your CV please contact: Shirland and Higham Parish Council, 11 Broughton Close, Riddings, Derbyshire, DE55 4DQ.
Tel: 07912 270066
Email: [email protected]
Closing Date: 15th March 2023




​HIGHWAYS ACT 1980 SECTION 119

NOTICE OF MAKING OF AN ORDER

THE DERBYSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL

(PUBLIC FOOTPATH NO. 25 (PART) – PARISH OF SHIRLAND AND HIGHAM)

PUBLIC PATH DIVERSION ORDER 2022

THE ABOVE ORDER made on 30 November 2022 under Section 119 of the Highways Act
1980 will divert the whole width of that part of Shirland and Higham Public Footpath No. 25
commencing at Point A (Ordnance Survey Grid Reference (“GR”) SK 3897 6039) and
proceeding in a generally westerly direction to Point B (GR SK 3877 6040), a total distance
of 198 metres or thereabouts to a 5 metre wide natural ground surface footpath measured
from a point 2 metres from the base of the hedge line, at Valley View Farm in the Parish of
Shirland and Higham commencing from the aforementioned Point A (GR SK 3897 6039) and
proceeding in a generally west north westerly direction to Point C (GR SK 3894 6040), then a
5 metre wide natural ground surface footpath measured from a point 4 metres from the base
of the hedge line proceeding in a generally west north westerly direction to Point D (GR SK
3878 6045) and then a 5 metre wide natural ground surface footpath, measured from a point
2 metres from the base of the hedge line proceeding in a generally south south westerly
direction to Point B (GR SK 3877 6040), a total distance of 241 metres or thereabouts as
shown on the Order map.

A copy of the Order and map are available to view on the Council website at:
www.derbyshire.gov.uk/rightsofwaynotices . Documents can also be seen free of charge at
County Hall, Matlock during normal office hours where copies may be bought at the price of
£1.00 or at Shirland Post Office, 49-51 Chesterfield Road, Shirland, Alfreton, DE55 6BN
during normal opening hours.

Any representation about or objection to the order may be sent to the Director of Legal and
Democratic Services, Derbyshire County Council, County Hall, Matlock, Derbyshire DE4 3AG
or by email to [email protected] not later than 15 January 2023. Please state
the grounds on which it is made.

If no such representations or objections are duly made, or if any so made are withdrawn, the
Derbyshire County Council may itself confirm the order as an unopposed order. If the order
is sent to the Secretary of State for the Environment for confirmation any representations or
objections which have not been withdrawn will be sent with the Order.
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Dated 15 December 2022
Helen Barrington
Director of Legal and Democratic Services
Derbyshire County Council
County Hall
Matlock
Derbyshire DE4 3AG AJH/104649


​NORTH EAST DERBYSHIRE DISTRICT COUNCIL

COMMUNITY GOVERNANCE REVIEW OF SHIRLAND AND HIGHAM

TERMS OF REFERENCE

Introduction

North East Derbyshire is carrying out a Community Governance Review (CGR) in the Shirland and Higham Parish in accordance with Part 4, Chapter 3 of the Local Government and Public Involvement in Health Act 2007.
The Council has received a valid Petition from residents of Stonebroom requesting a CGR to consider a separate Parish for Stonebroom.  This could remove Stonebroom from the Parish of Shirland and Higham, making 2 Parish Councils.  The Petition contained 187 valid signatures from residents indicating that they were electors of the Stonebroom area.  The Council must therefore undertake a CGR in accordance with Section 83(2) of the Local Government and Involvement in Public Health Act 2007 (LGIPHA 2007) as amended.
The petition was accompanied by a map showing the area to be considered.  These are attached at Appendix 1. 
The Council is required to have regard to Guidance on Community Governance Reviews issued by the Secretary of State for Communities and Local Government in 2010. This guidance has and will be carefully considered during the CGR.
Section 81 of the Local Government and Public Involvement in Health Act 2007 requires the Council to publish its Terms of Reference in a CGR.  These Terms of Reference will be published on the Council’s website and that of Shirland and Higham Parish Council.

The matters the CGR is to consider are set out later in these Terms of Reference.

What is a Community Governance Review?

The Community Governance Review is the process used by the District Council to consider whether Shirland and Higham Parish Council should be replaced with 2 separate Parish Councils, one to cover Stonebroom, the other the remaining parts of Shirland and Higham.
There are a number of options with regards the outcome of the review depending on the results of the consultation. The CGR could recommend to Council that:
a there should be no change to the existing arrangements
b the existing parish should be replaced with 2 separate parishes
c a parish council should be established for one or both of the new parishes and if so, the boundary, names and the electoral arrangements for each i.e. how many councillors on each and the election cycle
d an ‘alternative style’ for one or both of the areas should be established
Note - The Local Government and Public Involvement in Health Act 2007 enables a parish council to be alternatively styled as a "village council", "neighbourhood council" or "community council”.

Under Section 93 of the Local Government and Public Involvement in Health Act 2007 a CGR has to ensure that community governance within the area under review will:
  • Reflect the identities and interests of the community in that area, and
  • Be effective and convenient
In accordance with the Secretary of State’s 2010 guidance, a CGR has to take into account the following factors:
  • The impact of community governance arrangements on community cohesion and
  • The size, populations and boundaries of a local community or parish
It must also take into account any existing arrangements such as community or residents associations or neighbourhood councils.
There are 2 stages to a CGR.
The first will gather opinions on whether Shirland and Higham Parish Council should be divided into 2 separate parishes, one for Shirland and Higham and one for Stonebroom.
The second will be the Council’s recommendation on the way forward.  The public will be able to comment on this.

Parish governance in our area
The Council believes that parish councils play an important role in terms of community empowerment at the local level. The government has also emphasised; “Ultimately, the recommendations made in a community governance review ought to bring about improved community engagement, better local democracy and result in more effective and convenient delivery of local services.”
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Who undertakes the CGR?
North East Derbyshire District Council is responsible for undertaking the CGR.  The District has decided to set up a working party of councillors to carry out the CGR and report back to the Council.  The decision on the CGR outcome will be taken by North East Derbyshire District Council at one of its meetings. 
A full consultation exercise will form part of the CGR so that full account of the views of local people can be taken.  The Act requires the Council to consult the local government electors for the area under review and any other person or body who appears to have an interest in the CGR and to take the representations into account by judging them against the criteria in the legislation.
The consultation will include:
  • The publication of a notice and these terms of reference on the Council’s website and copies available for inspection at the Council’s main offices.
  • A copy of the Terms of Reference being sent to the Parish Clerk at Shirland and Higham Parish Council.
  • Shirland and Higham Parish Council to be asked to publish the terms of reference on their website and display on their notice board if they have one.
  • The Petitioner organisation be asked to publish the Terms of Reference on their website and/or display on their notice board (if they have one).
  • Sending a copy to the relevant County Councillors for the area.
  • Sending a copy to the Member of Parliament for the area.
Before making any recommendations, we will take account of any representations received.  The Council will publish recommendations as soon as practicable and take such steps as it considers sufficient to ensure that persons who may be interested in the CGR are informed of the recommendations and the reasons behind them.
The Council will notify each consultee and any other persons or bodies who have made written representations of the outcome of the Review.
The Council has notified Derbyshire County Council that a CGR is to be undertaken and that these are the terms of reference for the CGR.
How to contact us
You can submit your views online at [email protected] or by writing to
 
Stonebroom Community Governance Review
North East Derbyshire District Council
2013 Mill Lane
Wingerworth
Chesterfield
Derbyshire
S42 6NG
 
A timetable for the Review
 
Stage
What happens
Timescales
New Date

Commencement
A Community Governance Petition received
 
16th June 2022

Preparation
The Petition is validated; desk research and information gathering; local briefings and meetings; Terms of References for the review are prepared and  published
3 months
16th June –
Council 3rd October 2022.

Stage One
Initial Submissions are invited
2 months
3rd October 2022 to 14th November 2022.
 
Council 28th November 2022.

Stage Two
Consideration of submissions received – Draft recommendations are prepared.
2 months
From consultations being submitted until 14th November 2022

Stage 3
Draft recommendations are published – consultations on them
3 months
5th December 2022 to 16th January 2023.

Stage 4
Consideration of submissions received – final recommendations are prepared
2 months
16th January to 19th January 2023.

 
Final recommendations are published – concluding the review
 
20th January 2023 (day Council agenda is published)

 
Council resolves to make a Reorganisation Order
 
Council on 30th January 2023.

 
Republication of Register of Electors.
 
14th February 2023*

 
Publication of the Notice of Election for the District and Parish Elections on 4 May 2023
 
Not later than Monday 27 March 2023

 
What area is being reviewed?
The area being reviewed is the area on which the petition was based.  This is Stonebroom in Shirland and Higham Parish Council area.  This is shown on the map attached which was submitted with the petition.
In proposing any parish arrangements for this area, the Council is not bound by the area referred to in the petition or shown on the map accompanying the petition. 
As part of the CGR the Council has to provide the number of electors in the area.  If the Council recommends that a parish council should be set up, this information will be used to decide on the electoral arrangements, e.g. how many councillors on each parish council.
The Council has used the current Register of Electors in providing the existing electorate figures.  These are:
 
Current number of electors
Projected Electorate

Stonebroom
1467
1467

Shirland and Higham (without Stonebroom)
2559
2733

 
Will there be any additional costs to residents of the area?
It is recognised that there are potential additional costs associated with the establishment of a parish council.  The level and detail of these costs are something that would be determined by each parish council at the time a decision was made on the establishment.  It will be the responsibility of each parish council to determine the nature and level of its costs which will be linked to its activities and the level of support required to deliver these e.g. associated salaries, premises and any assets that might be transferred.
Reorganisation of Community Governance Orders and commencement
The CGR will be completed when the Council adopts the Reorganisation of Community Governance Order (the Order).  Copies of this Order, the map that shows the effects of the Order in detail and the documents which set out the reasons for the decisions that the Council has taken (including where it has decided to make no change following a CGR) are deposited at the Council’s Offices, on the Council’s website and at any contact points.
In accordance with the Guidance issued by government, the Council will issue maps to illustrate each recommendation at a scale that will not normally be smaller than 1:10,000.  These maps will be deposited with the Secretary of State at the Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities and at the Council Offices at Mill Lane.  Prints will also be supplied, in accordance with regulations to Ordnance Survey, the Registrar General, the Land Registry, the Valuation Office Agency, the Boundary Commission for England and the Local Government Boundary Commission for England.
An indication of when the provisions of the Order would take effect should be given.  For financial and administrative purposes this will be on 1st April in the designated year.
The electoral arrangements for a new or existing parish council will come into force at the next elections to the parish council.  These might be the next ordinary elections.  However, where the next ordinary elections are not for some time, the Council might resolve to modify or exclude the application of Sections 16(3) and 90 of the Local Government act 1972 to provide for the first election to be held in an earlier year, with councillors serving a shortened first term to allow the parish electoral cycle to return to that of the District.
Consequential Matters
General principles
The Council notes that an Order may cover any consequential matters that appear to the Council to be necessary or proper to give effect to the Order.  These may include:
  • The transfer and management or custody of property;
  • The setting of precepts for new parishes:
  • Provision with respect to the transfer of any functions, property, rights and liabilities:
  • Provision for the transfer of staff, compensation for loss of office, pensions and other staffing matters.
In these matters the Council will be guided by Regulations that have been issued following the LGIPHA 2007.  In particular the Council notes that the Regulations regarding the transfer of property, rights and liabilities require that any apportionments shall use the population of the area as estimated by the Proper Officer of the Council as an appropriate proportion.
Furthermore the Council notes the Regulations regarding the establishment of a precept for a new parish and their requirements.
District Ward and County Electoral Division boundaries
The Council is mindful that it may be necessary for it to recommend to the Local Government Boundary Commission to make alterations to the boundaries of wards of the District or Electoral Divisions of the County Council to reflect the changes made at parish level.  The Council notes that it will be for the Local Government Boundary Commission to decide if related alterations should be made and when they should be implemented and that the Commission may find it appropriate to conduct an electoral review of affected areas.
The Council notes that the Local Government Boundary Commission will require evidence that the Council has consulted on any such recommendations for alterations to the boundaries of District Wards or County Electoral Divisions as part of the review.  Of course, such recommendations for alterations may only become apparent during the course of the review.  Even so, the Council will endeavour to include any such draft recommendations for alterations at the earliest possible opportunity for consideration that will arise after they become apparent.
Where any such consequential matters affect the Derbyshire County Council, the Council will also seek the views of that Council with regards to alterations to Electoral Division boundaries in accordance with the government’s guidance.
Date of publication of these Terms of Reference
6th October 2022 
 
 

What is a Community Governance Review?
A Community Governance Review enables a principal council such as North East
Derbyshire District Council to review, put in place or make changes to town and
parish council arrangements; for example, by creating, merging, abolishing or
changing town or parish council boundaries.
What is Community Governance?
Community Governance is the way in which local communities are represented at a
local level through the involvement of community groups, local people and statutory
and voluntary organisations. It provides the opportunity for local people to have
some input into decisions which affect them.
Who undertakes a Community Governance Review?
North East Derbyshire District Council is the principal council and is responsible for
conducting such reviews. The Full Council will approve the Terms of Reference,
Review Timetable and approval of draft and final recommendations.
What is a Town or Parish Council?
A Town or Parish Council is made up of Councillors who are democratically elected
every four years. The Town or Parish Council will hold regular meetings to discuss
issues which affect the area. Members of the public can attend the meetings. The
Parish Council will have a Chairperson. The Parish Council will have a paid Clerk
who implements decisions and provides independent advice.
What does a Town or Parish Council do?
A Town or Parish Council represents the interests of its community by providing local
services to meet local needs and improving the quality of life and community well-
being. They are responsible for local issues such as allotments, footpaths, open
spaces, community centres and supporting local crime initiatives.
How are Town and Parish Councils funded?
Town and Parish councils are funded through a sum of money called a ‘precept’ –
this is a separate charge which is added to the Council Tax and is collected by North
East Derbyshire District Council on behalf of the Parish Council.The Town or Parish
council sets its own precept to finance the services and facilities it provides.
How can residents have their say on the Community Governance Review?
All interested groups and residents will be invited to give their views. Where changes
to existing parish arrangements are proposed, we will consult with local residents by
writing out to each household and holding a public meeting.
SHIRLAND AND HIGHAM PARISH COUNCIL
 
VACANCY FOR CO-OPTION OF A NEW COUNCILLOR
 
Notice is hereby given that a vacancy has arisen in the Office of Councillor for Shirland and Higham Parish Council and we invite applicants to apply for co-option.
If you would like to make a difference, and be involved in shaping the future of your local Community, why not step forward and apply to become a Parish Councillor?
 
Applicants should note that Councillors are expected to attend monthly meetings which are held on the 3rd Thursday of each month excluding December. 
 
The Council wishes to invite interested and eligible people to submit their applications for the role by way of a letter or email outlining the following:
 
• the contribution you believe you could make to the work of the Council;
• the personal qualities that you would bring to the role and your interests in the Parish;
• your availability for attending meetings.
 
Please make sure that you include your home address, telephone number and e-mail address in your letter.
All applications must be received by noon on Thursday 13th October 2022.  All applicants will be asked to attend the Parish Council meeting on 20th October 2022 when all applications will be considered.
 
Interested persons must be a qualifying Commonwealth or EU citizen, aged 18 years or over and:
  • Have lived in the Parish or within three miles of it for the preceding twelve months
  • Be a registered elector in the Parish: or
  • Have occupied as owner or tenant any land or premises in the Parish for the preceding twelve months: or
  • Have their principal or only place of work in the Parish for the preceding twelve months
  • Must not be disqualified from holding office as a Councillor
 
Helen Dowson, Parish Clerk, Shirland and Higham Parish Council, 11 Broughton Close, Riddings, Alfreton, Derbyshire, DE55 4DQ.
[email protected]
Tel. 07912 270066
                              
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Queen Elizabeth II 1926 – 2022
 

 
The Chair, Councillors and staff at Shirland and Higham Parish Council would like to express our sorrow at the news of the death of HRH Queen Elizabeth II.
 
The official Book of Condolence can be found at https://www.royal.uk/send-message-condolence
 
Our thoughts are with the Royal Family and our community at this very sad time.
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​Due to the very sad death of HM Queen Elizabeth II the Parish Council meeting scheduled to take place this week has been postponed. The meeting will now take place at 7pm on Thursday 29 September 2022 at Shirland Village Hall.
NOTICE OF VACANCY IN OFFICE OF COUNCILLOR

Parish of Shirland and Higham

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that due to the resignation of Peter Allsop, a vacancy has arisen in the Office of Councillor for the Parish Council. If by 26 September, 2022 (14 days excluding Dies Non, after the date of this notice) a request for an election to fill said vacancy is made in writing to the Returning Officer at the address below by TEN electors for the said Parish, an election will be held to fill the said vacancy, otherwise the vacancy will be filled by co-option.

​If an election is called, it will take place not later than 25 November, 2022. Dated 5 September, 2022 Sarah Sternberg Returning Officer District Council Offices 2013 Mill Lane Wingerworth Chesterfield Derbyshire S42 6NG

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​The Shirland and Higham Parish Neighbourhood Plan

Information regarding the plan can be found here https://shirlandhighampc.neighbourhoodplan.uk/
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​SHIRLAND AND HIGHAM PARISH COUNCIL
 
Shirland Village Hall Play Area
 
Please note that this play area will be closed from Monday 1st August 2022 for approximately 7-10 days to allow the installation of new play equipment. 
 
Access to some parts of the playing field will also be restricted.
SHIRLAND AND HIGHAM PARISH COUNCIL

Job Vacancy

 Part-Time Parish Warden
 (Fixed-term 12 month contract)
 
Shirland and Higham Parish Council is recruiting a Parish Warden to help keep areas clean and tidy with the regular removal of litter across the public open space and footways.

This will be carried out in accordance with the relevant legislation and with specific emphasis on health and safety. All equipment will be provided.

The Parish Warden will also act as the “eyes and ears” for the Council, reporting any concerns or areas requiring attention to the Parish Clerk including any health and safety issues observed whilst undertaking the role.
  • The role is responsible to the Parish Clerk for day-to-day issues and the hours of work will be 15 hours per week, worked flexibly to accommodate the needs of the service.
 
  • The rate of pay is the National Living Wage, currently £9.50 per hour for anyone aged 23 or over. 
 
  • There are 20 days annual leave plus 8 statutory leave days (pro rata based on 37-hour week).
 
Please note that access to your own vehicle is essential to allow travel around the Parish.
 
If you would like to know more or receive a copy of the job description please contact the Parish Clerk – 07912 270066 [email protected]
 

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Stonebroom Pavilion



The Pavilion located on the Sportsground is available for use for a suggested donation of £10 per hour.
Ideal for meetings, small gatherings and craft groups the venue benefits from a large car park and kitchen facilities.
If you wish to have a look around or enquire about making a booking please contact the Parish Clerk on 07912 270066, email address [email protected] here to edit.

Grass Cutting Contract 2022-2025

​Shirland and Higham Parish Council invite quotations for the carrying out of grass cutting services for a three-year period commencing on 1st April 2022.
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Prospective Contractors should contact the Clerk for a copy of the quotation document and must ensure that they are completely familiar with the nature and extent of the obligations to be accepted by them if their quotation is accepted.  Any queries should be addressed to the Clerk.  The Clerk can be contacted at [email protected] or by telephone on 07912 270066.

All quotations should be returned to the Clerk by 5pm on Friday 25th February 2022.


​Shirland and Higham Parish Neighbourhood Plan Survey

​Have your say!

The  Shirland and Higham Parish Neighbourhood Plan Group want to understand YOUR preferences, opinions and ideas for the area and what goes on within it. 

The Plan is a vision for the future.  It cannot challenge the overall number of dwellings which the District’s Local Plan sets but it does give the community a direct say in defining the look and feel of new developments, the type of housing required and the design of each site to make it more acceptable for the community at large.  The Plan also enables us to identify the key strategic issues facing the area: e.g. traffic, environmental impact and how we want our green spaces and leisure facilities to grow and develop.

The survey can be found at the following link Survey (neighbourhoodplan.uk)

Paper copies are available by request from the Clerk - please call 07912 270066 or email [email protected].  Copies are also available from the following outlets in the Parish:

Higham - Higham Stores, The Greyhound PH.
Mickley - The Hut, the shop.
Shirland – the Village Hall, The Hay PH, the butchers, the welfare, Adastra petrol station, The Red Lion PH, St Leonard’s Church and Ti Amo Hair and Beauty.​
Stonebroom – the barbers, the hairdressers, the chip shop, the estate shop, St Peter’s Church, the Methodist Church, the Community Centre, the Chinese takeaway and the Post Office.

Completed forms may be posted back to the Parish Council or placed in the envelopes at the above places.


Please tell us what you think and shape the future of our Parish for the next 15-20 years.

MICKLEY BMX TRACK - CLOSED

Due to further deterioration meaning parts of the track are dangerous the track is now closed.

The track will re-open following remedial work which is due to take place week commencing 11th October 2021. An order was placed with a specialist contractor for this work back in May 2021. The Parish Council accept no liability for anyone using the track during this time.

A number of notices have been posted on the site this evening.

COMMUNITY SPEEDWATCH SCHEME

The Parish Council are keen to hear from any residents of the Parish that would be willing to volunteer their time to help with a Community Speedwatch Scheme. Full training is offered by Derbyshire Constabulary.

If this is something you are interested in please contact the Clerk – [email protected]

SHIRLAND AND HIGHAM PARISH COUNCIL

Temporary closure of Shirland Village Hall Playing Field

Please note that there will be no public access to the Playing Field from Wednesday 22 September 2021 for approximately 2 weeks. This is to allow drainage improvement works to be carried out. The play area will remain open for the time being.
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The Parish Council apologise for any inconvenience caused.
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Stonebroom Sportsfield
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At the Parish Council meeting on Thursday 17th June 2021 a resolution was passed for the purchase of a set of permanent goalposts for the children’s football pitch at a cost of £1019 plus delivery. The Council had agreed at a previous meeting to provide the goalposts for the children’s football team and the quotes obtained by Richard Hill were considered before the Clerk was requested to place an order.
THE SHIRLAND AND HIGHAM PARISH NEIGHBOURHOOD PLAN
Neighbourhood planning gives communities the direct power to develop a shared vision for their neighbourhood and shape the development and growth of their local area
 
Are you interested in helping us to put together the Shirland and Higham Parish Neighbourhood Plan that will help shape the Parish we live in?
 
If you live in the Parish and are interested in joining the Steering Group please contact the Parish Clerk on 07912 270066[email protected]

PROPOSED BUS SHELTER MAIN ROAD SHIRLAND 

Following representations from local residents, the Parish Council has held discussions with Derbyshire County Council’s Highways Department about the siting of a new shelter on Main Road Shirland just up from the junction with Church Street.  

The Parish Council would like to hear the views of Residents about this proposal, we would particularly like to hear from people that catch the bus in the village.

If you could please email your views to the Parish Clerk [email protected] by 28 March 2021 it would be much appreciated.  Alternatively if you would like to provide your comments by telephone the Clerk can be reached on 07912 270066

CHAIR THANKS LOCAL COMMUNITY GROUPS

At the February meeting of the Parish Council Chair of the Council ​Cllr A Brown took the opportunity to thank the following community groups and individuals who have gone above and beyond during the pandemic:
Danny, Lee and friends at Mickley for providing entertainment to families, dressing up at Halloween and handing out sweets and providing Santa and the sleigh at Christmas handing out selection boxes to the children in the village.  As well as Mickley the sleigh also visited other local villages.
Sara Street, Headteacher of Mickley School for collecting food from supermarkets each day and ensuring it is available at the school for local families.
Shirland 2020 – over 100 Christmas shoebox hampers were put together and distributed to residents aged 70 plus in Shirland and Higham.  These boxes were provided following nominations and distributed personally by members of the group.
Cllr A Brown mentioned that if she had missed any individuals or groups, if they can please let the Clerk know and she will then publicly thank them at a future meeting.
SHIRLAND VILLAGE HALL, PLAY AREA AND PLAYING FIELD

The Parish Council are delighted to announce that S106 monies applied for back in 2013 have now become available.  These funds are to be spent on providing indoor facilities inside the Village Hall and/or enhancing the adjacent play area and playing field.

We are keen to hear your views on what you would like to see provided in this area. 

The Parish Council are aware that works to improve the drainage of the site are a priority.

If you could please email any suggestions and ideas to the Parish Clerk – [email protected] or alternatively give the Clerk a call on 07912 270066.

All ideas received by 1st April 2021 will be considered by the Council at a future meeting.

Proposed Bus Shelter A61 Shirland
Following representations from local residents, the Parish Council has held discussions with Derbyshire County Council’s Highways Department about the siting of a new shelter on the A61 just up from the junction with Strettea Lane Shirland.  

The Parish Council would like to hear the views of Residents about this proposal, we would particularly like to hear from people that catch the bus in the village.

If you could please email your views to the Parish Clerk [email protected] by 12 March 2021 it would be much appreciated.  Alternatively if you would like to provide your comments by telephone the Clerk can be reached on 07912 270066



Planning Application 20/01282/FL Proposed Solar Farm in Shirland

Kronos the company that have submitted the application have arranged an online consultation for the community on Thursday 11th February 2021 at 6pm.  A link will be placed on their website on that day https://alfreton-solar-farm.co.uk/



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SHIRLAND VILLAGE HALL PLAYING FIELDS

The Parish Council have been made aware that a number of cows strayed onto the playing fields on Monday 9 Nov 2020.
 Unfortunately this has left a number of holes and cow pats.  Users are urged to take care when walking dogs or using the field with small children. 




​MESSAGE TO CHESTERFIELD AND NORTH EAST DERBYSHIRE RESIDENTS FROM DERBYSHIRE’S PUBLIC HEALTH DIRECTOR
Hello, I’m Dean Wallace, Director of Public Health for Derbyshire.
It’s my job to protect the health of Derbyshire people and a huge part of mine, and my team’s work, is to help prevent the spread of coronavirus in our communities.
Despite all of our best efforts in sticking to the rules and doing the right thing, confirmed cases continue to rise across the county as they are nationally.
The Boroughs of Chesterfield and North East Derbyshire have now been placed on ‘high’ alert under the Government’s new three tier Covid system.
This means the following restrictions are now in place in Chesterfield and North East Derbyshire
  • Different households or support bubbles should not mix indoors – at home, someone else’s home, pubs, restaurants, hotels or other hospitality venues, leisure centres or shops
  • Outdoors people should stick to the Rule of Six, including children
  • If going on holiday, this should only be with the people they live with or that are in their support bubble
  • Family and friends can provide informal childcare as part of a childcare bubble. The bubble is limited to two households only so informal childcare is provided by the same carers each time
  • Only visit care homes in exceptional circumstances
  • All businesses, leisure facilities and other places that are allowed to open by law can remain open providing they meet Covid-19 secure guidance
  • Pubs, bars and restaurants and other hospitality venues close at 10pm. Drive-through services, click and collect and delivery services can continue after 10pm
  • You can take part in sport and physical activity outdoors but organised indoor exercise classes are only permitted if it’s possible to avoid mixing with people you don’t live with or share a support bubble with. There are exceptions for people with a disability.
You can read the full restrictions at www.derbyshire.gov.uk/restrictions
Test and Trace data should continue to be collected in venues including pubs, restaurants, cafes, hotels and hairdressers and also cinemas, theatres and concert halls.
Of course we should all continue to wash our hands, stay 2 metres apart where possible and wear a face covering, unless exempt to avoid contracting the virus and passing it on.
I’d like to ask you all to follow this guidance to keep yourself and your loved ones safe. For parents and carers it also means making sure teenagers and young people are following the rules as they can pass the virus on to elderly or vulnerable relatives.
We all have a duty to do everything we can to stop the spread. I’m really proud of the way our communities have supported each other through this epidemic but this isn’t over – we simply cannot afford to take our eye off the ball.
I understand that it is frustrating but it is more important than ever that we all stick to the rules.
Thanks for your time – let’s all stick together and do this for Derbyshire.
You can find the latest information about cases in Derbyshire here
www.derbyshire.gov.uk/coronaviruscases
For more information on how to stay safe visit:
www.derbyshire.gov.uk/coronavirus
 
 
 
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Outdoor Fitness Equipment
The Parish Council are pleased to announce that new items of outdoor fitness equipment have been installed at Stonebroom Sportsground.
Instructions are displayed on the items of kit and users can also download the Proludic Sports App. on their smart phones.

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PLEASE NOTE THAT THE PARISH COUNCIL MEETING DUE TO TAKE PLACE ON MONDAY 20TH JULY 2020 HAS BEEN CANCELLED.  THIS IS DUE TO AN INSUFFICIENT NUMBER OF COUNCILLORS WILLING TO ATTEND.


MICKLEY BMX TRACK
The Parish Council are pleased to announce that the BMX track re-opened on Wednesday 24th June 2020.
All users are asked to comply with government advice with regards to Coronavirus (Covid-19) and social distancing.
The Parish Council would like to thank residents for adhering to the closure of the track over the last three months.





REMINDER ABOUT THE CLOSURE OF PARISH COUNCIL PLAYGROUND FACILITIES:
Following government guidance these facilities remain CLOSED until the 4th July 2020:
Shirland Play Area
Stonebroom Play Area
Stonebroom Woodland play equipment
Mickley Play Areas
The playing fields/woodland at these locations are still accessible allowing people to exercise, however it is vital that people follow the Government guidance regarding social distancing.
The Parish Council would like to thank all residents for their continued understanding of this.




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Shirland and Higham Parish Council
Vacancy for Part-Time Caretaker - Stonebroom Pavilion
 
We are looking for a self-motivated, hard working person who will ensure that the building is kept in good order, clean and safe and who is welcoming to our users.
We are seeking to appoint a part-time Caretaker to deliver high quality, efficient customer focused caretaking and cleaning services.
 
Key responsibilities include:
  • Opening and closing of the building for bookings and football fixtures
  • Cleaning including general areas, changing rooms, kitchen and toilets
  • Dealing with contractors and deliveries
  • Basic maintenance and inspections of the premises
  • Organising replenishment of consumables and ensure adequate stock of cleaning and hygiene supplies
  • Carrying out litter picking of the play area and sportsground
 
Desirable knowledge and skills required:
  • Experience in delivering high quality, efficient, customer focused caretaking services
  • Ability to work well with Councillors and the Clerk
  • Possess excellent communication skills
  • Flexible attitude as the role will carry ‘on call’ responsibility
  • Self-motivated with the ability to use your own initiative
 
Hours: 10 per week
Annual Leave: 4 weeks per annum (pro rata)
Pension Scheme: Available
Salary : £8.72 per hour
For more details or to send your CV please contact: Shirland and Higham Parish Council, 11 Broughton Close, Riddings, Derbyshire, DE55 4DQ.
Tel: 07912 270066
Email: [email protected]
 
Closing Date: 3 July 2020





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​REMINDER ABOUT THE CLOSURE OF PARISH COUNCIL FACILITIES INCLUDING MICKLEY BMX TRACK.
Following government guidance the following facilities remain CLOSED:-
 
Shirland Play Area
Stonebroom Play Area and Multi-User Games Area
Stonebroom Woodland play equipment
Mickley play areas
The closures will remain in force until further notice.
The playing fields/woodland at these locations are still accessible allowing people to exercise, however it is vital that people follow the Government guidance regarding social distancing.
 
Regarding Mickley BMX track; last week the Parish Council reached a decision that the track remains closed for the time being.  Current guidelines state that whether tracks are opened depends on local decisions and asks users to respect that:
https://www.britishcycling.org.uk/zuvvi/media/bc_images/bc_recreation/2020/Statement_on_use_of_open_access_cycling_facilities_v4.doc.pdf?fbclid=IwAR3umhnb_CqecYYgnZ-DFfrhrG-QwzarR4WLNdwG0yyac7EMjQdgLshjtm4
The Parish Council will be reviewing this decision on a fortnightly basis and updates will be posted on Facebook and the Parish Council website.
 
The Parish Council would like to thank all residents for their continued understanding at this difficult time.
 

Vacancy
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Shirland and Higham Parish Council
Vacancy for Part-Time Caretaker - Stonebroom Pavilion
 
We are looking for a self-motivated, hard working person who will ensure that the building is kept in good order, clean and safe and who is welcoming to our users.
We are seeking to appoint a part-time Caretaker to deliver high quality, efficient customer focused caretaking and cleaning services.
 
Key responsibilities include:
  • Opening and closing of the building for bookings and football fixtures
  • Cleaning including general areas, changing rooms, kitchen and toilets
  • Dealing with contractors and deliveries
  • Basic maintenance and inspections of the premises
  • Organising replenishment of consumables and ensure adequate stock of cleaning and hygiene supplies
  • Carrying out litter picking of the play area and sportsground
 
Desirable knowledge and skills required:
  • Experience in delivering high quality, efficient, customer focused caretaking services
  • Ability to work well with Councillors and the Clerk
  • Possess excellent communication skills
  • Flexible attitude as the role will carry ‘on call’ responsibility
  • Self-motivated with the ability to use your own initiative
 
Hours: 10 per week
Annual Leave: 4 weeks per annum (pro rata)
Pension Scheme: Available
Salary : £8.72 per hour
For more details or to send your CV please contact: Shirland and Higham Parish Council, 11 Broughton Close, Riddings, Derbyshire, DE55 4DQ.
Tel: 07912 270066
Email: [email protected]
 
Closing Date: 19 June 2020
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Theft from planters
​The Parish Council are extremely disappointed to be informed that on the evening of Sunday 31st May 2020 a large number of plants were stolen from four planters on Quarry Lane Stonebroom. These planters were provided by the Parish Council but are planted up, maintained and watered by two very kind residents who purchase the plants themselves and keep the planters looking beautiful for the benefit of local residents.

The Police have been informed and if anyone with any information could please pass it on by using the 101 number or emailing the details to [email protected]



REMINDER ABOUT THE CLOSURE OF PARISH COUNCIL FACILITIES - 12/05/2020
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​Following Government guidance the following facilities remain CLOSED:-

Shirland Play Area
Stonebroom Play Area and Multi-User Games Area
Stonebroom Woodland play equipment
Mickley play areas and BMX track

The closures will remain in force until further notice.
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The playing fields/woodland at these locations are still accessible allowing people to exercise, however it is vital that people follow the Government guidance ensuring you are two metres apart from anyone outside of your household.
The Parish Council would like to thank all residents for their understanding of this.

Parish Council Meetings

Please note that there will be no Parish Council meetings held until further notice due to the Coronavirus crisis.  If you wish to contact the Parish Council please contact the Parish Clerk using the 'Contact Us' page of our website.
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Coronavirus (COVID-19)
 
Closure of Parish Council Facilities – Shirland Play Area, Stonebroom Play Area and Multi-User Games Area and Mickley BMX track.

In line with Government guidance the above facilities are now closed as are the play areas in Mickley which are maintained by North East Derbyshire District Council and the play equipment at Stonebroom Woodland, land of which the Parish Council are trustees.  The closures will remain in force until further notice.

The playing fields/woodland at these locations are still accessible allowing people to exercise, however it is vital that people follow the Government guidance ensuring you are two metres apart from anyone outside your household.

The Parish Council would like to thank all residents for their understanding at this time.

The Government guidance regarding staying at home and away from others can be found here https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/full-guidance-on-staying-at-home-and-away-from-others/full-guidance-on-staying-at-home-and-away-from-others    
 
Community Support Team

North East Derbyshire District Council has set up a Community Support Team to help provide advice and support to those affected by the COVID-19 virus.

The Council is inviting residents who are in need of assistance, to register with the Support Team. This will help to direct resources to the most vulnerable in the District. The necessary form can be found here https://www.ne-derbyshire.gov.uk/coronavirus-covid-19 or residents can telephone the District Council on 01246 231111.

Once registered the Council can co-ordinate and target support and help residents to access the services available. District Council staff will also be able to provide a friendly voice on the phone, giving callers someone to turn to if they need reassurance.

The Council is working with other organisations across the District including Shirland and Higham Parish Council to co-ordinate this response.
 
Latest Police Update

You will be aware that, as of 8.30pm last night, further measures have been put in place across the country to limit the movement of people, to help stop the spread of the coronavirus.

The new directions from the Prime Minister are that you may only leave your house for:

• shopping for basic necessities;
• one form of exercise a day;
• any medical need;
• travelling to and from work when “absolutely necessary.”

People are warned that:
• They should not meet friends or family members who they do not live with
• Shopping is only permitted for essentials like food and medicine, and people are advised to do it “as little as you can.”

Officers will disperse groups of more than two people who do not live in the same household, but we would anticipate that the vast majority of people will follow these new directions.

These are unprecedented steps for our county, region and country and we would urge everyone to help protect themselves, their families and the whole nation, by following the direction of the Prime Minister.


COVIS - 19 VIRUS

Click the link below to see the latest information regarding the Covid-19 virus and to register with North East Derbyshire District Council Support Team

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​https://www.ne-derbyshire.gov.uk/coronavirus-covid-19

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The Shirland, Higham, Stonebroom and Mickley Healthy Futures Partnership - Community Activities and Services Survey.

The Shirland, Higham, Stonebroom and Mickley Healthy Futures Partnership (the Partnership) wants to improve its knowledge about what activities, services, groups and classes are currently provided locally within Shirland, Higham, Stonebroom and Mickley. 
 
A Shirland, Higham, Stonebroom and Mickley Healthy Futures Partnership - Community Activities and Services Survey has been formulated in order to gather information from local residents.  The purpose of the survey is to inform the Partnership what people are currently attending and what they feel is missing from their community in terms of community services, activities, groups, sessions and/or classes within the Shirland Ward.
 
The Healthy Futures Partnership would be grateful if local people could complete the survey. Shirland, Higham, Stonebroom and Mickley Healthy Futures Partnership - Community Activities and Services Survey.  Completing the survey should not take no more than five minutes. The deadline for the survey to be completed is the 14 February 2020.
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    Stonebroom Sportsground

    The Parish Council would really appreciate your views on what type of children's play equipment you would like to see provided at Stonebroom should the current children's play area be extended in the future.  If you  could complete the following short survey by Friday 7th February 2020 it would be much appreciated.

    This consultation is being carried out following recent requests from a number of residents for additional play equipment and now the Parish Council is very keen to see what type of equipment residents would like to see provided.

Derbyshire County Council - Your Voice Survey
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The County Council has launched the first annual Your Council Your Voice survey which is open to all Derbyshire residents. The survey will be close on Sunday 1 December, the questionnaire is an online questionnaire available at
www.derbyshire.gov.uk/yourvoice
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    Outdoor Fitness Equipment - Stonebroom Sportsground ​- Consultation now closed.

    As a result of the recent consultation the Parish Council is currently seeking quotations for the installation of a fitness bicycle, a rower and a stepper at Stonebroom Sportsground.


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    The Parish Council would really appreciate your views on the possibility of the provision of outdoor fitness equipment in Stonebroom and would be grateful if you could complete the following survey by Friday 18th October 2019.

    ​This consultation is being carried out following requests for this type of equipment from a number of parishioners and now the Parish Council is very keen to find out what residents of the Parish think to this idea.

    Photograph for illustration purposes only
    Thank you for taking the time to complete this survey, the Parish Council will publish the results following the close of the consultation.



​Snow Wardens 
We don’t know what this winter will bring but we don’t want to be caught off guard.  This is why we would like to hear from you now if you are interested in keeping main pavements and other footpaths in your local area clear.  Full training is provided by Derbyshire County Council and all grit is supplied in 25kg bags.
If you would like to volunteer to help clear snow and ice and grit footways in your local area please register your interest with Helen Dowson, Parish Clerk at the following e-mail address [email protected]
                                                           

Statement regarding Stonebroom Forest School

The Parish Council would like to make it clear that it has absolutely no intention of closing the Forest School.  The Parish Council appreciates the work done to maintain and improve this valuable asset and wishes to continue working alongside the Forest School Team.
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Shirland and Higham Parish Council
Vacancy for Part-Time Caretaker - Stonebroom Pavilion
 
We are looking for a self-motivated, hard working person who will ensure that the building is kept in good order, clean and safe and who is welcoming to our users.
We are seeking to appoint a part-time Caretaker to deliver high quality, efficient customer focused caretaking and cleaning services.
Key responsibilities include:
·         Opening and closing of the building for bookings and football fixtures
·         Cleaning including general areas, changing rooms, kitchen and toilets
·         Dealing with contractors and deliveries
·         Basic maintenance and inspections of the premises
·         Organising replenishment of consumables and ensure adequate stock of cleaning and hygiene supplies
·         Carrying out litter picking of the play area and sportsground
Desirable knowledge and skills required:
·         Experience in delivering high quality, efficient, customer focused caretaking services
·         Ability to work well with Councillors and the Clerk
·         Possess excellent communication skills
·         Flexible attitude as the role will carry ‘on call’ responsibility
·         Self-motivated with the ability to use your own initiative
 
Hours: 10 per week
Annual Leave: 4 weeks per annum (pro rata)
Pension Scheme: Available
Salary : £8.21 per hour
For more details or to send your CV please contact: Shirland and Higham Parish Council, 11 Broughton Close, Riddings, Derbyshire, DE55 4DQ.
Tel: 07912 270066
Email: [email protected]

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Newly Elected Parish Councillors

Details of your newly elected Parish Councillors can be found on our Who's Who on the Council page of our website.

Statements of Persons Nominated

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Notice of Election

Battle's Over

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The Parish Council would like to thank everyone that attended the events in the Parish on Sunday evening.  Thank you to everyone that contributed to the collections for ABF The Soldiers' Charity, the total raised was £127.72.

Remembrance Events

The Parish Council would like to thank everyone who came along to the Centenary Remembrance Services held in the Parish on the morning of Sunday 11th November 2018.

​St Peter's Church Stonebroom
St Leonard's Church Shirland
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Chairman of the Parish Council Cllr Barry Barnes, Father Chris Andrews and Cllr David Williamson at the lighting of the beacon at St Leonard's Church Shirland.
​At the Parish Council meeting held on Monday 19h November 2018 Cllr Barnes spoke about the success of the events in the Parish and thanked everyone involved.





















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​Your Council working for Your Community

Shirland and Higham Parish Council owns the Village Hall and its site in Shirland, the Parish Sportsground, Pavilion and MUGA in Stonebroom, the Shirland Cemetery, Play Areas in Shirland and Stonebroom, a selection of bus shelters, grit bins and lamp posts,   and holds the Stonebroom Recreation Ground in Trust.  It also administers allotments in Mickley and Stonebroom.  It is responsible for dog and litter bins, oversight of footpaths and hedges etc., and is consulted on planning matters by the District Council.  In order to ensure proper representation of local matters it works closely with County and District Councils, the police and other agencies. 

In order to ensure proper representation of local matters it works closely with County and District Councils, the police and other agencies.  Twelve Councillors are elected for a period of four years and the Council meets every month except December at Santos Higham Farm.  The public are welcome to attend and 15 minutes is allotted to the public for them to raise issues or comment on parish matters.  A separate Parish Meeting is held in March when the public can raise any matters and vote on resolutions – although the Council is not obliged to act on them.  The Annual General Meeting of the Council is held in May when the Chairman and committees are elected.  
The Parish of Shirland and Higham is the southernmost parish in the District of North East Derbyshire and is extensive geographically, extending from Oakerthorpe in the south to Stretton in the north and bounded between west and east by the River Amber and the Morton Brook.   The four villages which make up the Parish each have their separate and distinct identities and characteristics.