What is a
Parish Plan ?
Its an opportunity for all those who live , work or visit the
community to have a say in the planning of a sustainable future;
and it represents their views and opinions on economic
recreational, environmental and development issues in the
Village.
Why did we do it ?
The Parish Plan can be used as a tool to influence the
relevant Local Authorities and other Agencies. To enhance funding
opportunities for identified projects eg. Community facilities; and
to allow everyone to contribute their ideas and be involved in the
future of the community.
How did we do it ?
In October 2009 a public meeting was held in the
Gislingham Village Hall to discuss the idea of a Parish Plan
and to see who might be willing to help produce it. There was a
favourable response to the idea from those present, and a number of
people, not part of the Parish Council, offered their
assistance. At an initial meeting of those interested on 26th
October, a Parish Plan Group (steering committee) was formed.
The group had regular meetings and carried out a number of
information gathering events throughout 2010 and 2011. A
Questionnaire was produced and delivered to everyone in the
village, the results were analysed and the Parish Plan was
produced.
The Plan identifies the needs, issues and concerns of the community
together with a prioritised Action Plan to make changes.
The Gislingham Parish Plan 2011 was launched in September
2011.
The Parish Plan Group are grateful to all those who contributed to
the Parish Plan.
If you have any questions, or wish to offer your help, you can
get in touch with the committee at any time by emailing us at
gislingham@googlemail.com