The 2021 Census – The Office for National Statistics has asked for the following  information to be passed on to residents

Households across Doncaster will soon be asked to take part in Census 2021.  The census is a once-in-a-decade survey that gives us the most accurate estimate of all the people and households in England and Wales. It has been carried out every decade since 1801, with the exception of 1941.

Census day is Sunday 21 March 2021 and it will be the first to be run predominantly online, with households receiving a letter with a unique access code allowing them to complete the questionnaire on their computers, phones or tablets from early March.

The Office for National Statistics (ONS) say:

• “A successful census will ensure everyone from central and local government to charities can put services and funding in the places where they are most needed.”
• “This could help with locating new doctors’ surgeries, schools and transport routes. That is why it is so important everyone takes part.”
• “That is why we have made it easier for people to do so online, using a range of devices, or with optional paper questionnaires for those who prefer or need them.”

The census will include questions about your sex, age, work, health, education, household size and ethnicity.  For the first time, there will be a question asking people whether they have served in the armed forces, as well as voluntary questions for those aged 16 and over on sexual orientation and gender identity.

Results will be available within 12 months, and personal records will be locked away for 100 years, kept safe for future generations.  For more information on how the census works and it can benefit our community visit www.census.gov.uk.

There are also full and part time job opportunities available in Doncaster, please see https://www.censusjobs.co.uk/ for more information and how to apply.

Draft Minutes of the Parish Council Meeting 10 December 2020 are available here.

COVID-19 VIRUS SUPPORT

If you are self-isolating you can register with DMBC using the link below to provide your details and your support needs.

DMBC link to Support Form if you are self-isolating.

Notice of Conclusion of Audit 2019-2020

The External Audit of the Council's financial activities for the year ending 31 March 2020 has been completed and the Notice of conclusion can be found here.

REQUEST FOR COMMUNITY ASSISTANCE RECEIVED FROM DMBC

Dear Community Members,

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic we are seeking members of the community that have the capacity in any way to help with:

• Shopping
• Collecting prescriptions
• Dog walking
• Assisting with daily roles that you may not be able to carry out yourself
• Providing essential toiletries/food packs

If you are keen to get involved and help out your community, please do not hesitate to contact us on the email below. The information we will require will be:

• Name
• Contact number & email address
• Address
• Any links to a community group
• Service willing to provide
• Vulnerability group you are willing to support
• Locality of support (eg. Finningley, Tickhill)

Please follow the Governments and NHS advice in regards to the pandemic and keeping safe, we are only asking those who are fit and healthy to get involved. This information will be passed onto your local Stronger Communities Team (DMBC).

Please could you email details to CommunitiesServiceSouth@doncaster.gov.uk.

Thank you and we appreciate your help and support during this time.

Stronger Communities Officer (Rossington)|Armed forces link officer|South Area Team|Holmescarr Centre|Grange Lane|Rossington|DN11 0LP

Posted 22/03/2020

DRONES

Doncaster Council is currently offering advice notices, at a cost, to post in open spaces throughout the Borough detailing the rules governing the use of drones in these areas.

Irrespective of whether notices are displayed, everyone should note that since July 2018, “You must not fly a Drone above 400 feet (120 metres) or within five kilometres (3 miles) of any airport or airport boundary” which means that drones should not be flown anywhere in Blaxton because of its proximity to the airport.  If you do fly a drone you risk a fine or prosecution.  If challenged, it is unlikely that compliance with all of the other rules governing drones would be a defence against a fine or prosecution.  Please exercise care.

CAP (Community Alcohol Partnership) Launch

CAP is an initiative that was launched on 25^th July with the aim of reducing underage drinking and drug use in our villages (Auckley, Branton, Blaxton, Cantley and Finningley) and associated anti-social behaviour. It is a multi-agency initiative involving SY Police, DMBC Youth Services and Officers, DMBC Ward Councillors, Parish Councils, local Stores, local youngsters and others who share the concerns.

In Finningley the problems occur mainly on the playing fields (teen shelter and children's play area) where some youngsters meet and behave inappropriately. They leave litter (not in the bins provided so they are liable to £150 fine), play loud music, and leave detritus that suggests they have access to alcohol and drugs.

The initiative has six aims:

1. Reduce incidents of alcohol sales to young people.
2. Reduce proxy purchasing and general supply of alcohol to under 18's.
3. Develop a responsible retailing ethos and effective partnership approach in the CAP area.
4. Reduce anti-social behaviour associated with youth alcohol consumption.
5. Increase young people's awareness of risks associated with drinking.
6. Improve general understanding of safe drinking limits and the law related to the sale of alcohol to young people.

The six-month programme is seen as "educational" rather than "enforcement" but it was made clear at the launch that enforcement is always an option.

Report an Incident Online to South Yorkshire Police

This link will take you to the non-urgent Online Reporting facility of the South Yorkshire Police website - https://www.reportingcrime.uk/

GENERAL DATA PROTECTION REGULATIONS MAY 2018

The General Data Protection Regulations (GDPR) became law on 25 May 2018.

You can find the Council's Data Protection Privacy Notice required by GDPR here.

The Parish Council hopes that you find this site interesting and informative.

If you have any information or photographs relating to Blaxton please contact us.

Planning Applications

DMBC notifies the Council about Planning Applications relating to developments in Blaxton and, if appropriate, the surrounding area.  Brief details are included on the Agenda for Parish Council meetings. 

Full details of Applications can be found on the DMBC 'Public Access' Planning website by using this link.  To view the details of an application you will need to enter the application number eg. 12/34567/FUL in the 'Application Reference' box.  Application numbers can be found on Parish Council Agendas and Minutes.  When you have found the application in which you are interested you will be able to view various details, make comments during the consultation period and view comments submitted by others.

You can also use the DMBC 'Public Access' Planning website to search for applications by Parish, address and various other ways as you will see if you click the link above.