Crewe, St Barnabas - Councillor James Pratt
PYMS LANE TIP CLOSED 6TH & 7TH DECEMBER
Just a heads up that the Crewe Household Waste and Recycling Centre on Pyms Lane will be temporarily closed for essential site maintenance on Wednesday 6 December and Thursday 7 December. It will re-open as normal at 8.30am on Friday 8th December.
Further details of Christmas and New Year opening hours are available here:
www.cheshireeast.gov.uk/waste_and_recycling/using-household-waste-recycling-centres/using-household-waste-recycling-centres.aspx
Crewe, St Barnabas - Councillor James Pratt
SCHOOLS VISIT - UNDERWOOD WEST & LEIGHTON ACADEMY
Yesterday, PSCOs Jen & Andrea Crewe St Barnabas Police, Lindsay from Crewe Town Council and myself, visited Underwood West Academy and Leighton Academy primary schools to talk about the recent regeneration of Leighton Brook Park, our competition for the schools to design some new signs for the park and to talk about our local police.
We had a lovely time and were impressed with both schools - all the children were extremely well behaved. It was also nice to see how enthusiastic all the pupils were about what we have been doing.
Thank you to both Leighton Academy and Underwood West Academy for allowing us the time to come and visit and disrupt your busy days!
Crewe, St Barnabas - Councillor James Pratt
MONKS LANE ALLEY CLEAR UP
Thank you to the @crewetowncouncil Rangers who have been out and cleared the alleyway from Monks Lane to Minshull New road after I recently reported the overgrown weeds in this area. After their work it is now much easier to pass through especially for those who may be using a wheelchair, buggy or mobility scooter.
Crewe, St Barnabas - Councillor James Pratt
WHEELMAN ROAD - FRANK BOTT FIELDS
I met with The Guinness Partnership this morning to discuss issues with fly tipping to the rear of Wheelman Road on to the Frank Bott fields.
Work is now being scheduled to clear the waste, and further discussions are ongoing to look at the best way to prevent recurrence of the problem.
Fly tipped waste is not only illegal, it’s an unattractive addition to our local communities. Additionally, the waste being fly tipped can be dangerous to the environment, to wildlife and to people.
Fly tipping costs Guinness Housing and Cheshire East Council thousands to clear, which ultimately we all pay for from our council tax and service charges. This money could be much better spent on improving other services for tenants and residents!
Crewe, St Barnabas - Councillor James Pratt
ALDER DRIVE / REDWOOD DRIVE - REPAIRS COMPLETE
It is good to see the repairs to the 'trip hazard' kerbs are finally complete on Alder Drive and Redwood Drive. I've been pushing Taylor Wimpey to do this for some time.
The curbs have been replaced and sections of the footpaths resurfaced.
Persistence get things done! I'm now chasing a few other outstanding issues around the estate.
If there's an problem you see that needs tackling, please let me know.
Cllr James Pratt
www.crewestbarnabas.org.uk/contact/
Crewe, St Barnabas - Councillor James Pratt
LEIGHTON BROOK PARK - CCTV CAMERA 🧿
You may have noticed the CCTV camera I campaigned to have installed at Leighton Brook Park by the playground. But how does it work and what does it do?
I went to visit the CCTV control room to find out more!
The camera may be discreet, but it can see everything and everywhere as I found out. Not only can it see in the dark, but also looks all around and can zoom in on areas far away.
The camera is always recording, with control room operators monitoring the camera 24 hours a day, they have direct contact with the police if needed.
So next time you're in the park, remember to look up and give them a wave as they work day and night to look after our park and keep our community safe. 👍
Crewe, St Barnabas - Councillor James Pratt
OPERATION SCEPTRE - FRANK WEBB AVENUE
Last week I joined PSCO's Jen, Penny and Liz of Crewe Police to take part in operation Secptre at Leighton Brook Park where we carried out a knife sweep around the park. I am pleased to report nothing was found in the park, nor have any articles been previously found here.
Visits were then made to local schools to educate the dangers of carrying a knife.
The message is clear!
If you carry a knife you could be sent to prison, and you increase your risk of being seriously injured or killed.
#KnivesTakeLives #operationsceptre
Crewe, St Barnabas - Councillor James Pratt
FRANK WEBB AVENUE - 🍁 LEAF CLEARANCE 🍂
It's been a hive of activty today on and around Frank Webb Avenue to clear the bulk of the leaves on the pavements and road. This was something I recently asked to be addressed due to how slippery the surfaces had become.
Thanks to Tim, Ian and the rest of the Ansa Environmental Services Ltd team, they absolutely worked their socks off using two road sweepers, trucks, blowers and sheer determination to clean the huge amount of leaf fall here.
If you live in this area and recently received my tree survey, please don't forget to respond. Thank you!
Cllr James Pratt
Crewe, St Barnabas - Councillor James Pratt
PROPOSED REDUCTIONS TO GRASS CUTTING OF GREEEN SPACES.
🚨TIME IS ALMOST UP TO SUBMIT YOUR FEEDBACK ON THESE PROPOSALS!🚨
Cheshire East Council are proposing to reduce grass cutting to several green spaces in OUR AREA.
You have until 24th November to HAVE YOUR SAY on these proposals.
EMAIL randc@cheshireeast.gov.uk and make your thoughts known!
Remember to refer to the relevant green space areas in your feedback.
MORE DETAILS:
www.crewestbarnabas.org.uk/cuts-to-grass-cutting-reducing-maintenance-of-green-spaces/
Crewe, St Barnabas - Councillor James Pratt
WEEKEND WORK!
On Saturday I worked alongside PSCO Jolley of Crewe Police to carry out a knife sweep as part of Operation Sceptre and with Crewe Clean Team to help out with their 119th litter pick.
It was great to see 22 members out in force making a real difference to the community collecting an incredible 43 bags of litter.
If you'd like to get involved with the Crewe Clean team visit their facebook page, or email enquiries@crewecleanteam.co.uk
Great work everyone!
Crewe, St Barnabas - Councillor James Pratt
FLY TIPPING - IT'S NOT OK!
This guy who was probably on his way to work at 5AM this morning thinks it's okay to fly tip an item of furniture on Rolls Avenue.
It's not. Fly tipping is illegal. You and me are paying thousands of pounds in our council tax to clear up these incidents which cost Cheshire East Council £239,000 in the last year.
If you have any information on this incident please call 0300 123 5011 reference 5228508.
The maximum penalty for the offence of illegally tipping waste is currently £50,000 and/or a term of imprisonment.
Crewe, St Barnabas - Councillor James Pratt
CREWE TOWN CENTRE - POST OFFICE UPDATE
Following the closure of the Post Office branch inside the former WHSmith, a new Post Office is expected to open January 2024 in Unit 3 the Victoria Centre in the town centre, which was previously 'Liberty Sports & Leisure'.
Until then, the alternative locations for Post Office services are 171 West Street, 20 North Street and 'drop and collect' services at 2 Tollemache Drive and 78 Queen Street.
Crewe, St Barnabas - Councillor James Pratt
It was great to talk to local residents at this mornings drop in surgery at Leighton Brook Park, and to see the newly updated play area being enjoyed by children.
I am grateful that thanks to officers across the force we have daily patrols, and that we have constant CCTV monitoring by our camera colleagues.
If you have any information to share or want to voice concerns then please email jen.jolley@cheshire.police.uk
Crewe, St Barnabas - Councillor James Pratt
PROPOSED REDUCTIONS TO GRASS CUTTING OF GREEEN SPACES.
Cheshire East Council are proposing to reduce grass cutting to several green spaces in OUR AREA.
This includes the green space at LEIGHTON BROOK PARK off FRANK WEBB AVENUE
The proposal is to reduce the cutting frequency from 12 to 14 cuts to 8 cuts a year.
You have until 24th November to HAVE YOUR SAY on these proposals.
EMAIL randc@cheshireeast.gov.uk and make your thoughts known!
Remember to refer to the relevant green space areas in your feedback.
MORE DETAILS:
www.crewestbarnabas.org.uk/cuts-to-grass-cutting-reducing-maintenance-of-green-spaces/
Crewe, St Barnabas - Councillor James Pratt
MINSHULL NEW ROAD ROUNDABOUT CLEAN UP
Hopefully you will have noticed the difference at the roundabout outside Morrisons Local on Minshull New Road. It is looking so much better recently.
The Crewe Town Council Rangers have done a brilliant job of weeding around the area. We also litter picked here during our last Community Litter Pick with local residents working to improve where we all live. How to get involved:
www.crewestbarnabas.org.uk/crewe-st-barnabas-litter-picking-group/
I am hopeful that further work can happen in this area to improve it even more including repairing the railings and tidying up the roundabout planting.
Crewe, St Barnabas - Councillor James Pratt
FRANK WEBB AVENUE - WORKING FOR YOU
Earlier this week I caught up with Mark from the Crewe Town Council Rangers on Frank Webb Avenue. Mark was working to remove some dangerous tree branches overhanging the footpath on the junction with Badger Avenue which I had recently reported as they were rotten and looked like they were ready to fall at any moment! Thank you to Mark and the Rangers team for the work they do for us.
If there's an issue you have noticed, please let me know. Cllr James Pratt
www.crewestbarnabas.org.uk/contact/
Crewe, St Barnabas - Councillor James Pratt
DROP IN SURGERY - THIS MORNING 10.15AM
I'll be at Leighton Brook Park off Frank Webb Avenue this morning, joined by PSCO Jolley of Crewe St Barnabas Police.
Please feel free drop by to raise any concerns, discuss any issues or just say hello!
You can also register your interest to take part in the new Community Speedwatch scheme or find out more about the Hollie Guard app.
🕙 10.15AM
📌 Leighton Brook Park, off Frank Webb Avenue
Crewe, St Barnabas - Councillor James Pratt
UNDERWOOD WEST ACADEMY - ROAD SAFETY MARKINGS
I have had recent discussions with Underwood West Academy with regards to road safety outside the school. I requested that Cheshire East Highways repaint the school road safety markings, and I am pleased to see that this work has now been completed.
For everyone's safety please park responsibly and keep the zig zag area clear when parking during school drop off and pick up times.
Parking will be monitored by Crewe St Barnabas Police so please ensure you don't end up with a ticket!
Crewe, St Barnabas - Councillor James Pratt
PROPOSED REDUCTIONS TO GRASS CUTTING OF GREEEN SPACES.
Cheshire East Council are proposing to reduce grass cutting to several green spaces in OUR AREA.
This includes the green space opposite WINDSOR AVENUE
The proposal is to reduce the cutting frequency from 6 cuts to 1 or 2 cuts a year.
You have until 24th November to HAVE YOUR SAY on these proposals.
EMAIL randc@cheshireeast.gov.uk and make your thoughts known!
Remember to refer to the relevant green space areas in your feedback.
MORE DETAILS:
www.crewestbarnabas.org.uk/cuts-to-grass-cutting-reducing-maintenance-of-green-spaces/
Crewe, St Barnabas - Councillor James Pratt
GET INVOLVED - COMMUNITY SPEED WATCH 🚗
I've been hearing from residents and seeing for myself the problems with speeding vehicles in our area. I've attended recent TruCam speed check sessions with PSCO Jolley but I wanted more to be done to tackle this problem.
I asked at a recent meeting with Crewe Police if we could set up a Community Speed Watch to help tackle the issue. I'm pleased to say that the Community Speed Watch scheme is now being launched in our area.
If you would like to volunteer to work as part of a team to help keep our roads safe, please email jen.jolley@cheshire.police.uk or let me know so that you can be invited to the training event.
Cllr James Pratt
www.crewestbarnabas.org.uk/contact/
Crewe, St Barnabas - Councillor James Pratt
TEMPORARY ROAD CLOSURE MONDAY 13TH NOVEMBER - WEST STREET SECTION
I have asked Cheshire East Council to address flooding issues on West Street. Works are now scheduled to be carried out which will require a short road closure.
The section of West Street between Dunwoody Way junction and Underwood Lane will be temporarily closed for gully clearance from 9.30am to 3.30pm on Monday 13th November to accommodate these works.
Crewe, St Barnabas - Councillor James Pratt
PROPOSED REDUCTIONS TO GRASS CUTTING OF GREEEN SPACES.
Cheshire East Council are proposing to reduce grass cutting to several green spaces in OUR AREA.
This includes the green space BETWEEN FRANK WEBB AVENUE AND BROOKLANDS GROVE
The proposal is to reduce the cutting frequency from 6 cuts to 1 or 2 cuts a year.
You have until 24th November to HAVE YOUR SAY on these proposals.
EMAIL randc@cheshireeast.gov.uk and make your thoughts known!
Remember to refer to the relevant green space areas in your feedback.
MORE DETAILS:
www.crewestbarnabas.org.uk/cuts-to-grass-cutting-reducing-maintenance-of-green-spaces/
Crewe, St Barnabas - Councillor James Pratt
CONCESSIONARY BUS PASS HOLDERS
You may need to renew your bus pass.
As an older person, if you have used your pass during the past 12 months, then you need not be concerned as the pass will renew automatically and you will receive the new one before the old one expires.
Holders of a concessionary bus pass who have not used it since 1 November 2022 will not see their pass renewed automatically, but they can re-apply online or by visiting their Crewe library or customer service centre at Delamere Street, Crewe.
Disability passes, which are held by people of all ages with a disability, are NOT affected by this process and their existing pass will continue to be renewed in the usual way.
Apply online:
cheshireeast.mybuspass.co.uk/
Crewe, St Barnabas - Councillor James Pratt
WINDSOR AVENUE / WESTBOURNE AVENUE ALLEYWAY CLEAN UP
Residents on Windsor Avenue contacted me and asked if the alleyway between Windsor Avenue and Westbourne Avenue could have a clean up. The Crewe Town Council Rangers have done a great job as always. This area looks much better without all the weeds! Thanks guys!
If there's an issue in our area that you'd like me to look in to please let me know.
Cllr James Pratt
www.crewestbarnabas.org.uk/contact/
Crewe, St Barnabas - Councillor James Pratt
COMMUNITY LITTER PICK - THANK YOU! 😊
A massive thank you to local residents who were out in force this morning taking part in our community litter pick in St Barnabas.
Over 20 bags of waste were cleared from the park and surrounding streets. These are local residents dedicating their time to improve where we all live.
WE NEED YOUR HELP NEXT TIME! Keep an eye on this Facebook page for details of our next litter pick date or sign up for my email newsletter.
📰 www.crewestbarnabas.org.uk/newsletter/
Thank you also to Crewe Town Council and Ansa Environmental Services Ltd for providing equipment and dealing with the collected waste. 👍
WELL DONE EVERYONE! Cllr James Pratt
Crewe, St Barnabas - Councillor James Pratt
GETTING POTHOLES FIXED - BROOKLANDS GROVE
Over the past few months I have been working hard trying to get on top of the roads in our area. I only have a limited budget but reporting and getting potholes fixed is a priority before winter comes.
I recently reported this nasty pothole in Brooklands Grove (along with many others!) which has now been fixed.
If there's a pothole or other issue you've seen, let's get it fixed!
www.crewestbarnabas.org.uk/report-an-issue/
Crewe, St Barnabas - Councillor James Pratt
Hey all! Join us tomorrow (Sunday) morning if you can. Come and help out with our community litter pick.
Weather is looking okay for the morning but old trainers or boots recommended.
Young, old and families, everyone welcome! Litter pickers, gloves and bags provided.
Come and help make our area cleaner and better for everyone. 👍
🕙 Meet by the playground off Frank webb Avenue at 10am. See you there!
Crewe, St Barnabas - Councillor James Pratt
BOWEN COOKE AVENUE - STREET LIGHTS OUT 🌙
I have noticed a large section of street lights around Bowen Cooke Avenue which currently are not working. I have reported these and requested that they are repaired.
I also recently reported the street lights near Leighton Hospital on Smithy Lane which were not working, this was an issue for those walking to or from the hospital. They are now back in operation. 💡
If you notice an issue in our area, please let me know! Cllr James Pratt
💬 www.crewestbarnabas.org.uk/contact/
Crewe, St Barnabas - Councillor James Pratt
BADGER AVENUE - WORKING FOR YOU
I was out this morning on Badger Avenue discussing various local issues with residents which I am working on for them.
I also caught up with Craig and his colleague from Ansa Environmental Services Ltd who were working hard to give the street a clean up despite the rain! 🌧️ Thank you for your work guys! 👍🏻
Don't forget we have a community litter pick happening this Sunday at 10am in Leighton Brook Park, Frank Webb Avenue. 🌳 Meet at the playground if you can join us!
www.crewestbarnabas.org.uk/community-litter-pick-sunday-5th-november-10am/