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Local Plan and Neighbourhood Plan - what's the difference and how do they impact Cam?
STROUD DISTRICT LOCAL PLAN
Back in November 2015, Stroud District Council adopted a Local Plan for the District. This document sets out planning policies and proposals for new development and allocates land which is deemed suitable throughout the Stroud District.
Central Government increased the numbers of houses each district is required to build which meant Stroud District Council had to find more... Read More »
Posted: Tue, 22 Jun 2021 12:40 by Lucy Biddle
Neighbourhood Development Plan Adopted
The Cam community has supported an important planning document which will give more control in the shaping of future developments in the parish.
The Neighbourhood Development Plan was supported by more than 85% of the voters in the recent council elections and has now been adopted.
The plan took five years to produce and is a collaboration between residents, Cam Parish Council and the Neighbourhood Plan... Read More »
Posted: Tue, 01 Jun 2021 12:59 by Jo Lewis
NEW CHAIR TAKES THE HELM AT CAM PARISH COUNCIL!
Cam Parish Council has elected a new Chair of the council with Jonathan Fulcher taking over the role at the first meeting held since the May elections. Miranda Clifton is the new Vice-Chair.
Jon said the new appointment was a great honour and very humbling and vowed to bring fresh energy to the position while progressing exciting council projects and building on the community involvement and outreach... Read More »
Posted: Mon, 24 May 2021 14:48 by Jo Lewis
CAM’S HISTORIC STONE STILES RECORDED
A NEW survey has been completed of the nineteen historic stone stiles that can be found in Cam. The review is an update of an earlier study carried out in 2007 and includes an extra stone stile found at Jubilee Playing Field.
John Fowles carried out the survey between November 2020 and April 2021 to update the earlier report carried out by Cam Wildlife Group 15-years ago. Both reports can be found on... Read More »
Posted: Thu, 29 Apr 2021 14:00 by Lucy Biddle
Statement from Cam Parish Council
Cam Parish Council are deeply saddened by the recent events at Cam Sports Ground. The Councillors and staff wish to extend their sincere condolences to the victim's family and friends.
Guidance and support will be available from our youth service provider, The Door Youth Project which is accessible to all young people in the area.
More information is available on their website: Support For Young People... Read More »
Posted: Mon, 19 Apr 2021 14:52 by Jenny Walkley
Cam Parish Neighbourhood Development Plan Referendum
A Referendum relating to the adoption of the Cam Neighbourhood Development Plan will be held for the Cam Neighbourhood Area on Thursday 6 May 2021.
Neighbourhood planning was introduced under the Localism Act 2011 to give local communities more control in the planning of their neighbourhoods. It introduced new rights and powers to allow local communities to shape new development in their local area.... Read More »
Posted: Fri, 26 Mar 2021 06:00 by Lucy Biddle
Notice of Elections
Police and Crime Commissioner and Local Government Elections are taking place in Stroud on Thursday 6 May 2021.
- Cam East (Parish Election)
- Cam West (Parish Election)
- Stroud District Council (District Election)
- Cam Valley
For more information please visit the link below
Posted: Wed, 24 Mar 2021 12:27 by Lucy Biddle
Longfield Hospice's butterfly appeal
MONEY raised from a unique Butterfly Appeal will enable Gloucestershire and Minchinhampton based Longfield hospice to support many more patients and families across Gloucestershire and help families pay a beautiful tribute to their loved ones.
Longfield Hospice's appeal offers families a unique way to celebrate the life of someone special – a wonderful tribute to their memory and a chance to be... Read More »
Posted: Mon, 22 Mar 2021 10:27 by Lucy Biddle
Cam Parish Neighbourhood Development Plan Referendum
On 6th May, when you take part in the local elections, please consider your vote on the Cam Parish Neighbourhood Development Plan.
A referendum has been called to consider adoption of the "Cammunity" Plan, a plan which was created by its local residents to ensure that development in the area is not only sustainable, but in-keeping with the character of Cam whilst enhancing the area which we live. ... Read More »
Posted: Fri, 19 Mar 2021 16:08 by Lucy Biddle
Play equipment in Cam open
PLAY equipment in Cam has now been opened, although MUGAs, the skatepark and outdoor gym equipment remains closed.
Cam Parish Council has decided to open the play equipment at Woodfield, Cam Green and Jubilee Playing Field. These had been closed in line with Government regulations during the Covid pandemic.
However, the MUGA at Woodfield play area and the skatepark, MUGA and outdoor gym equipment at... Read More »
Posted: Fri, 19 Mar 2021 13:51 by Jo Lewis
