Notes from APM 07.05.2026
Thornton Le Fen Parish Council – Annual Parish Meeting
Notes of the Annual Parish Meeting of Thornton Le Fen Parish Council held in the school hall of Gipsey Bridge Academy on Thursday 7th May 2026 commencing at 6:00 p.m.
In Attendance: Cllrs: Liz Quiney, Tim Harris, Karen Harrison, Lucy Holland, Patric Corke, Laura Wise and Briony Czornookyj.
District Cllrs Niel Jones and Thomas Ashton.
County Councillor Sean Matthews.
Public: There was three members of public present.
The Chairman declared the meeting opened at 6:00 p.m.
AGENDA
1. Welcome from the Chairman
The chairman welcomed all present.
2. Approval of Minutes from the Annual Parish Meeting held on the 8th May 2025
It was:-
Proposed by Councillor L. Holland and Seconded by Councillor T. Harris and Resolved.
3. Chairman’s Report
The chairman started by thanking the councillors that have joined this year is it truly amazing to see such a great group of people working together for the benefit of the community. They have archived so much over the last year some of which include the creating of the micro green areas, addition of planters and noticeboards, additional litter bins, remembrance wreath holder, celebration tree, military figures and decoration of electric box.
The chairman thanked the District and County Cllrs for their support and she thanked members of the public because without them they would not be doing it.
The council has established a cohesive village between Gipsey Bridge and Bunkers Hill. The council also now has an active Facebook page, website and tri-yearly newsletter. The council will continue to work together to build and shape the community.
4. Parish Council’s Future Plans
The council will continue to work on stopping the pylons, school parking and safety with LCC, funding and the creation of a community space, history of the village map/lectern, more bulb planting, community engagement, pride in the local area and the erection of village markers/gates.
5. Questions from the Public
None.
The meeting closed at 6:13 pm, and refreshments were served.
Signed by chairman: 00May 2027