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Submitted to SDDC Planning on 1st September 2026:

The Repton Parish Council notes the ‘Design and Safety Justification’ document submitted in support of Planning Application DMPA/2026/0491.

However, whilst showing details of the interior of the pavilion it does not provide details of the exterior sufficient for the Council to comment (point 1 below).   In particular the coloured drawing in the document (Page 6) shows an eating area on the top of the pavilion.  A plan and drawings of the changes to the spectator stand and the area round it is still not available to us to make reasoned comments on.  The document does not also, we feel adequately, address point 2 below.

Repton Parish Council is still unfortunately limited in its ability to respond to this application because –

1.       The documents on the planning portal, available to us, do not seem to contain a revised plan of the exterior of the pavilion nor details of the seating on the adjacent bank.

2.       There is no document defining the proposed changes and the implication of these changes on the proposal and define the changes they involve in other supporting documents submitted under Planning Application DMPA/2023/0700.

In particular the removal of the roofing over the tiered seating is not discussed and its impact on the spectator’s weather protection and its ability to restrict access to the PV panels (safety concern) is not covered (Design, Access and Heritage Statement in DMPA/2023/0700). 

It is also noted that the direct access from the parking area forming part of the Design Statement is not supportable in this revised proposal.

The provision of seating in and on the banking next to the pavilion seating should have led to a review of the potential traffic, parking and the marshalling requirements together with the extra dining arrangement.

Whilst the Padel Court changes seem beneficial, the need for independent acceptance of the implemented proposal will still be required.

Due to the short time available to us (document submitted 24^th August – response required by the 4^th September) and the lack of any referencing in the ‘Design Changes and Justification’ Statement we are unable to see if any other statements in the DMPA/2023/0700 application supporting documentation need revision to enable us to arrive at a considered assessment of the application to modify condition 2 of the decision notice on application DMPA/2023/0700.

Given the above Repton Parish Council must object to the planning application DMPA/2026/0491 for the above concerns until we are able to comment properly on the proposal.  It does not see how the application can be approved when information is not in the public domain. 

A new defibrillator has been purchased by the Council. The Repton Clinic have kindly agreed to host it on the outside of their building. This is available to use for all, with no restrictions on access. Should you need to access the locked cabinet, call 999 and they will be able to assist you further. Thank you to Repton Clinic for hosting this defibrillator.

Refurbishment of the Mitre Field playing equipment is being carried out over the summer and will be completed soon. The Parish Council is pleased to note that together with the pump track the children of our villages have been kept active.

A solar streetlight has been installed on the footpath to the rear of the Butchers on Burton Road. This was funded by the Parish Council  with a safer neighbourhood’s grant from South Derbyshire District Council. 

The next meeting of the Parish Council is scheduled for Monday 21^st September 2026 at Repton Village Hall starting at 19:30.  All are welcome to attend.

The Clerk is available for any queries via telephone or email every Monday from 2pm until 5pm and every Thursday from 9am until midday, unless on annual leave. Outside of these times please do leave a voicemail or send an email, which will be picked up by the Clerk.

 You can contact Caroline Crowder – Clerk and Responsible Finance Officer for Repton Parish Council via mobile: 07341 907137 or email clerk@repton-pc.gov.uk. All Parish Council documents are available on the website www.repton-pc.gov.uk

Repton Parish Council Needs You!!

Would you or someone you know, like to be involved in representing the Repton Parish?  Repton Parish Council has a casual vacancy for a councillor.   This now means that the vacancy can be filled by co-opting a councillor. The post of Councillor would be held until the next local elections which are due in May 2027 for the Repton Parish, which includes not only Repton but also Milton.  The criteria below are the same for a Councillor that is voted in during an election or co-opted.

What is the Purpose of a Parish Councillor?

You are there to represent the views of all the residents within your parish.  You will be responsible for the running of services the Council provide, such as the burial ground, allotments, arboreta and recreation facilities at Mitre Field and Broomhills recreation ground.  You work to bring forward issues that are important to the residents that you represent and help to plan how the Parish Council can improve the Parish’s facilities.  The Council are trying to improve Youth Facilities in the area at the moment.  You can comment on planning applications in the area and represent the views of the residents that may be affected by the plans.  You must be willing to represent the views of the whole community.

What criteria must you meet to be a Councillor?

1. Over the age of 18 years and
2. Be a British citizen, an eligible Commonwealth citizen or a citizen of any member of the European Union and
3. Be registered as a local government elector for the parish OR occupy as an owner or tenant, land or premises in the parish for the past 12 months OR work in the parish as your principal or only place of work OR live within three miles of the parish boundary

What obligations are there?

1. You must sign a declaration of office before you can attend your first meeting.
2. You must abide by the Parish Council’s code of conduct, this can be found on the website
3. Complete a register of interests which will be published on the Parish Council’s website and that of South Derbyshire District Council.  This ensures that you have declared any interests that you may have of a financial nature or that may benefit you or could influence what decisions you make as a Councillor.

What will be expected of you?

Repton Parish Council has 11 meetings per year; these are usually held on the second Monday of the month at 19:30 (excluding August).  Usually held in Repton Village Hall, the October meeting is held in Milton Village Hall. You should attend as many of these as possible.  You will be expected to have read the agenda and previous month’s minutes before the meeting.  The meeting is your chance to present your views and that of the residents that you represent.  Committee meetings are also held for Finance and Human Resources.  The Council has various working groups that you should try and involve yourself with, hopefully these will encompass areas of the parish that you may already have an interest in.

Still interested or think you may know someone that is?

Application forms and details of the co-option process can be found below or by contacting the Clerk, details shown below. 

Application forms need to be submitted to the Clerk.  The co-option will occur at the next meeting. 

Any queries please contact the Clerk on 07341 907137 or clerk@repton-pc.gov.uk or speak to any of the Councillors.

Important Information for Families and Visitors

Following recent inspections of the burial grounds, it has been identified that the Burial Ground Regulations are not being consistently adhered to. In particular, a number of items have been placed on, around, or adjacent to memorials where they are not permitted under the regulations.

The Council fully recognises that items placed at graves and memorials are often done so with love, care and remembrance. However, the Council also has a legal responsibility to ensure that burial grounds remain safe, accessible, and properly maintained for all who visit or work within them.

This includes:

• Families and friends visiting loved ones
• Members of the public
• Council employees
• Contractors carrying out maintenance
• Funeral directors and other service providers

Items placed outside of the permitted regulations can create health and safety risks, obstruct maintenance work, and increase the risk of accidents or damage.

A copy of the Burial Ground Regulations can be found on the Council’s website: www.repton-pc.gov.uk/services

This notice will be displayed on Council noticeboards in Repton and Milton, at the burial ground gates, on the Council website, the Council Facebook page, and in the Village News to ensure all users of the burial grounds are informed.

Permitted Items and Regulations

To provide clarity, the following rules apply within the burial grounds:

• Spring bulbs are permitted in the grassed areas; however, their foliage will be cut as part of routine grass maintenance.  No other plants are permitted to be planted in the ground.
• A maximum of two stone or earthenware containers may be placed on a grave or ashes plot immediately adjacent to a monument. Each container must not exceed 250 mm in diameter and 250 mm in height (10 inches x 10 inches). These may be used for planting or cut flowers.
• Plastic, metal, or glass vases or containers are not permitted.
• No other ornaments, bottles, jugs, jars, vases, stones, crosses, kerbstones, or any other items whatsoever are permitted to be placed on a grave or ashes plot.

These requirements are in place to ensure consistency across the burial grounds, to support safe and efficient maintenance, and to protect the safety of all visitors and staff.

Scheduled Removal of Items

To ensure compliance with the Burial Ground Regulations and to maintain a safe and well-managed environment, the Council will undertake a scheduled programme for the removal of unauthorised items.

The process will be carried out in the following stages:

Stage 1 – Opportunity for Families to Remove Items

Families and friends will be given advance notice, where possible, and asked to remove any items/plants that do not comply with the Burial Ground Regulations by 30th September 2026.

Stage 2 – Council Removal and Storage

After 30th September 2026, any remaining unauthorised items/plants will be carefully removed by the Council and stored securely for a limited period until 30^th November 2026.

Stage 3 – Collection of Items

During the storage period, families and friends may contact the Council to arrange the collection or return of their items/plants.

Stage 4 – Disposal

Any items/plants that are not collected by 30^th November 2026  will be disposed of by the Council.

Ongoing Compliance

Following completion of this programme, regular inspections of the burial grounds will be carried out to ensure continued compliance with the Burial Ground Regulations.

Where unauthorised items are identified in future, the Council may remove them in accordance with this procedure without further notice.

The Council appreciates that burial grounds are places of remembrance, reflection, and personal significance. These measures are not intended to cause distress, but to ensure that the burial grounds remain safe, respectful, and accessible for all visitors, while allowing essential maintenance to be carried out safely and effectively.

If you have any questions regarding the Burial Ground Regulations or this programme of works, please contact the Council for further advice and assistance.

WHEN: 26th October 2026 to 3rd November 2026 08:00 to 18:00
WHERE: Unnamed Section Of C241 Between Ingleby Lane And Main Street, Milton between Brook Farm and Ingleby.
REASON: To facilitate Civils Excavation.
ALTERNATIVE ROUTE: Unnamed Section Of C241 Between Ingleby Lane And Main Street, Ingleby Lane, Main Street,
Ticknall Road, Repton Road, Burton Road, Rose Lane, Stanton Hill, Unnamed Section Of A514 From Stanton Hill To
B587, Derby Road, Swarkestone Bridge, and vice versa.
Access will be maintained, whenever reasonably possible, on the affected length of road. The road will re-open as
soon as the work is finished. This may be earlier than advertised.
Anyone needing further information should ring Call Derbyshire on 01629 533190.

You can view the order on this link  https://one.network/?tm=GB151017754

For any queries please email TTM.mailbox@derbyshire.gov.uk

Derbyshire’s Police and Crime Commissioner, Nicolle Ndiweni-Roberts, has launched an important survey on Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG). This survey invites women and girls across Derby and Derbyshire to share their experiences, perceptions of safety, and views on gender-based violence. All responses are completely anonymous, and the insights gathered will play a key role in shaping future services and support.

We would greatly appreciate your help in sharing this survey with your networks, including those who may have been affected, to ensure as many voices as possible are heard.

Every year some 2,000 deferred Armed Forces pensions go unclaimed and the sums involved can be significant. The latest MoD report from 2025 states that more than 15,000 pension benefits still remain unclaimed, down from 17,100 in 2023. This is progress but more needs to be done which is why the Forces Pension Society Charitable Fund is supporting the Unclaimed Pensions campaign. The aim is to raise awareness and signpost eligible Veterans to unite them with their pension benefits.

For further information see the link below:

Veterans’ Unclaimed Armed Forces Pensions Campaign

Further advice can be found through the Veterans UK site. See the link below:

Veterans UK – GOV.UK – Armed forces pensions – GOV.UK

The link below also has advice on Deferred Pensions:

https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/664dca9e4f29e1d07fadcc77/A_Guide_to_Deferred_and_Preserved_Pension_Entitlement.pdf