News Archive 2005
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Holidays in North Norfolk - At Any Time of Year - 23 December, 2005
North Norfolk's 2006 holiday brochures are now available, and not just for people planning their summer holidays - there's something to do throughout the year.
Christmas Parking Bonus for North Norfolk Shoppers - 2 December, 2005
Car parking in North Norfolk's market towns will be free for two hours on the four Saturdays before Christmas, in a festive gesture by NNDC - and to bring shoppers into the towns at this critically-important time of year for the retail sector.
Stalham Help and Advice Surgeries End - 2 December, 2005
North Norfolk District Council's twice-monthly surgeries at Stalham for people with benefits, council tax, business rates and other inquiries have ended after almost three years.
Christmas and New Year Office Closure - 2 December, 2005
North Norfolk District Council's offices will close for business at 4pm on Friday, 23 December for Christmas through to the New Year, and will reopen at 8.30am on Tuesday, 3 January.
Reminder: New Opening Hours - 29 November, 2005
North Norfolk District Council's Revenues and Benefits section opens later on Wednesday mornings from 7 December, 2005, to allow weekly staff training sessions.
Speakers Named for North Norfolk Business Forum Launch - 11 November, 2005
Two speakers will bring a wealth of knowledge to North Norfolk's new business forum and explain what benefits it will bring, when the forum launches in November.
Weekly Staff Training Brings Benefits - 9 November, 2005
From 7 December, the benefits and revenues office at North Norfolk District Council's headquarters in Cromer will open later on Wednesday mornings to allow regular weekly training for staff.
Hindolveston Homes Give Locals a Start on the Property Ladder - 2 November, 2005
Four new shared-ownership homes will be available at Hindolveston in the New Year to people in need of affordable housing, thanks to a new building project by North Norfolk District Council and Broadland Housing Association.
North Norfolk Business Leaders Gather for Lunch - and Launch - 2 November, 2005
North Norfolk's top businessmen and women will gather at Wolterton Hall, near Erpingham, later this month for the first formal gathering of the North Norfolk Business Forum.
A Fifth of North Norfolk Homes Have Not Registered Electors - 21 October, 2005
As many as 10,000 registration forms out of 51,000 have not been returned after the annual canvass of electors. Anyone who has not returned their form is asked to do so by 4 November.
Nelson and Trafalgar 200th Anniversary Events - 21 October 2005
Join our Trafalgar 200th Anniversary tree-plating celebration at Holt Country Park on Saturday, 22 October - and find out about other Nelson-themed events!
Children's Crucial Lessons About Staying Safe - 29 September, 2005
Hundreds of North Norfolk's nine-year-olds will be converging on RAF Neatishead next month for a week-long event aimed at promoting good citizenship, preserving personal safety and combating antisocial behaviour.
10,000 Garden Bins Help North Norfolk Reach Recycling Targets - 26 September, 2005
It's easy to reduce the amount of waste going into landfill, as people across North Norfolk are discovering. With the 10,000th order for a garden waste bin, NNDC is on target to reach high recycling levels.
North Norfolk Council Plucks a Green Apple - 26 September, 2005
North Norfolk District Council has pipped the competition to a Green Apple Award for its annual exhibition to promote sustainable construction and renovation.
Carers' Information Days - Caring for the Carers - 19 September, 2005
A series of drop-in days is being run next month (October) across North Norfolk, to help those who look after people who are ill, disabled or frail.
Older People's Forum Looks at the Future of Health and Social Care - 19 September, 2005
The provision of health and social care services in North Norfolk is changing. Now the North Norfolk Older People's Forum is giving people the chance to quiz health trusts and local authorities about how they will be affected.
Wanted: an Organiser for Green Build and Environment Awards 2006 - 15 September, 2006
NNDC is looking for a consultant to organise its 2006 sustainable construction event and the annual North Norfolk award scheme that recognises local efforts to improve and protect the environment. Here's how to apply.
Disability Forum's Future in the Balance - 6 September, 2005
The future of the North Norfolk Disability Forum is up for discussion at a special information day for disabled people and their carers on Wednesday, 14 September.
Reply to the Canvass or Lose Your Right to Vote - 1 September, 2005
Canvass forms are now being sent to all the District's homes for the compilation of North Norfolk's new register of electors. If you don't reply, you will be unable to vote, might have trouble getting credit, and could face being fined.
Restoration Reigns at the Heart of Holt - 1 September, 2005
The four-year transformation of a busy Holt café into an upmarket bed and breakfast, dining and retail 'complex' has earned its owners a Graham Allen Award for conservation and design from North Norfolk District Council.
Improving NNDC's Benefits Service - 19 July, 2005
NNDC is working with the Benefit Fraud Inspectorate's Performance Development Team to improve its benefits service over the next two years, after a BFI assessment found the Council to be falling short of national performance standards.
Winners of the 2005 North Norfolk Environment Awards - 14 July, 2005
North Norfolk District Council has given its annual Environment Awards to the projects that have done most in the last year to preserve and enhance the District's precious environment, at a ceremony at Pensthorpe nature reserve.
Recognition for Great 'Green' Projects - 12 July, 2005
Schools, businesses, community groups and environmentally-friendly buildings are rewarded this week for their contribution to sustainability in North Norfolk.
New Head of Housing Operations at NNDC - 5 July, 2005
North Norfolk District Council has appointed David Williams to be Head of Housing Operations in the run up to the transfer of its housing stock to the new North Norfolk Housing Trust next year.
Death of Councillor John Sweeney, Chairman of NNDC - 4 July, 2005
Councillor John Sweeney, Chairman and former Leader of North Norfolk District Council, has died. He was 74.
New Affordable Homes at Great Ryburgh - Find Out More - 13 June, 2005
North Norfolk District Council and Wherry Housing Association are holding a consultation event for people who want to find out more about plans for nine new affordable homes at Great Ryburgh.
Funding Advice for Local Communities - 13 June, 2005
Voluntary organisations and everyone starting up projects that meet a community need can get help with the confusing business of getting funding, with North Norfolk's first ever funding event at North Walsham's Community Centre on Monday, 18 July.
Enter Now for Conservation and Design Awards - 13 June, 2005
Sensitive property renovation projects and new buildings which make innovative use of traditional features and detailing could be in line for an award from North Norfolk District Council.
Help and Advice Surgeries End at Holt - 9 June, 2005
Surgeries at Holt for people with benefits, council tax, business rates and other inquiries have ended after an eight-month trial, because of lack of demand.
On the Road to Wellbeing - 7 June, 2005
A new fitness facility rolls into North Norfolk on 14 June, and residents are invited to see how it can help them get into shape without them having to travel for miles.
Building a Better Environment - Green Build 2005 - 8 April, 2005
Find out about green features that can save energy and protect the environment at the Green Build 2005 exhibition at Sheringham Park on Saturday and Sunday, 16 and 17 April.
All Aboard for a Great 'Day Out in North Norfolk'! - 8 April, 2005
The Day Out in North Norfolk travel trade show pulls onto the Poppy Line on 22 and 23 April to build up a head of steam for the best of the District's attractions.
Housing Area Meeting Postponed - 8 April, 2004
A meeting of North Norfolk District Council's Eastern Area Panel of tenant representatives, District Councillors and housing officers on 12 April has been postponed because of a clash of dates with another meeting involving many panel members.
Public Meeting - Older People's Forum Asks: "How Will Health and Social Care Services Changes Affect Us?" - 7 April, 2005
The North Norfolk Older People's Forum scheduled for Friday 15 April 2005 in North Walsham has been cancelled due to its proximity to the General Election.
Tenants Back Council's Housing Transfer Plan - 4 April, 2005
North Norfolk District Council's proposal to transfer its housing to the newly-formed North Norfolk Housing Trust has received the go-ahead from tenants in a ballot following a major consultation exercise.
Reminder - Changes to Refuse Collections in Cromer - 16 March, 2005
Cromer residents are asked to remember that their rubbish collection arrangements have changed and that, like the rest of the District, their collections now alternate between recyclables one week, and normal household rubbish the next.
Building Sustainability into Your Home - 15 March, 2005
The new eco-friendly visitors' centre at Sheringham Park will host this year's Green Build exhibition on 16 and 17 April, bringing experts in the field of sustainable construction and restoration together under one roof.
Barbara McGoun is New North Norfolk District Councillor - 23 February, 2005
Liberal Democrat Barbara McGoun was named the new District Councillor for St Benet Ward after a byelection yesterday (Tuesday, 22 February).
Bankruptcy Rulings for Non-Payment of Council Tax - 18 February, 2005
Council tax defaulters in North Norfolk have received a stark warning: pay up or face bankruptcy.
We're Cracking Down On Foul Play - 3 February, 2005
North Norfolk District Council has had success in catching dog owners who allow their pets to commit fouling offences. And the message to owners is: "We can catch you any time, any where."
Kelling to Lowestoft Ness Shoreline Management Plan Roadshows - January 28, 2005
A series of roadshows has been organised to help people understand and formulate responses to draft plans for the coastline.
St Benet Ward Election on 22 February, 2005 - 28 January, 2005
An election will be held for a new District Councillor to represent North Norfolk's St Benet Ward on Tuesday, 22 February, following the death of Councillor Colin Haddow in December.
Council Tax and Housing Benefits Computer Upgrades Under Way - 18 January, 2005
North Norfolk District Council is currently upgrading the computer system used by its benefits service, to introduce new features that will improve the way the service works.
Overhaul of Summer Car Parking Arrangements Proposed - 14 January, 2005
North Norfolk District Council is to seek views on a possible new system for the District's car parks, which could see many of them reclassified as long-stay, short-stay or tourist car parks during the summer months.
Village Hall Improvements - Apply Now for Grants - 4 January, 2005
Grants of up to £3000 are available towards the cost of modernisation and repair of village halls in North Norfolk, but applications must be in by 25 February, 2005.
Get Registered to Vote in May Elections - 4 January, 2005
North Norfolk residents must register by 11 March if they wish to vote in the County Council elections - and possible General Election - on 5 May.
Carers' Information Days - Giving Help to the Helpers - 13 January, 2005
A series of drop-in days is being run next month (February) across North Norfolk, to help those who give up hours of their time to look after people who are ill, disabled or frail.
NNDC Loses North Walsham Radio Mast Appeals - 18 January, 2005
A planning inspector has found against North Norfolk District Council in appeals by MMO2 Airwave Ltd against the Council's refusal of planning permission for radio equipment, and against the enforcement notice issued by the Council.
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