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Appeal for Witnesses – Accident near Kingscote Thursday 8th June

Man in serious condition following collision near Kingscote

A man remains in a serious condition in hospital following a collision near Kingscote on Thursday 8 June.

Police are appealing for witnesses and dash cam footage following the incident, which happened at 9.20pm on the A4135 junction with the B4058 near Kingscote, which is between Dursley and Tetbury.

It involved a grey Yamaha motorcycle and a blue Peugeot 3008.

The motorcyclist, who is in his 60s, was airlifted to Southmead Hospital, where he remains in a serious condition. His next of kin has been informed and are being supported by specialist officers.

No other people were injured in the collision.

Officers from the Roads Policing Unit are now appealing for any witnesses who have not already come forward, or anyone with relevant dash cam footage, to contact them.

Anybody with information can share this through the Constabulary website, quoting incident 485 of 8 June: https://www.gloucestershire.police.uk/contact/af/contact-us/us/a-matter-involving-driving-vehicles-or-a-road-traffic-incident/

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Ash Dieback Work – Bagpath 12-16 June

Ash Dieback work on Bagpath Common / Scrubbetts Lane this week 12th – 16th June

I spoke to the foreman at the site this morning who explained how the team would be tackling the work and doing their best to allow access for residents when necessary. The team will be working on the section of Scrubbetts Lane where it passes the main area of the Common. They plan to tackle the worst affected trees and take them down in pieces so that the road isn’t blocked for any significant time.
The foreman also explained the measures that would be taken to protect wildlife (birds, bats, badgers etc) in the area.
Unfortunately, because of the difficulty of access and the need for small equipment, it is likely that only the trees most at risk on this section of road will be dealt with in the time available this week. Further work in the future seems likely to be necessary, both on the main area of Common and on the small triangle.

Tony Wooldridge
Chair, Kingscote Parish Council

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Ash Dieback Work – Bagpath 12-16 June

Letter to Kingscote Parish Council re Ash Dieback work on Bagpath Common / Scrubbetts Lane 12th – 16th June

Good afternoon, Mr. Hale,

Thank you for contacting us regarding the forthcoming road closure of Scrubbetts Lane for essential felling of diseased Ash trees. 

We are aware that road closure cause disruption to both residents and general road users. For Ash Dieback felling we restrict working times (09.30 to 15.30) to avoid peak traffic times. In the case of Scubbetts Lane it will be the residents in the main that may experience some inconvenience. Where possible we will try to accommodate residents with access requests, as and when it is safe to do so, however they may experience some delays. Of course, we would advise leaving Scrubbetts Lane prior to 09:30, however we also appreciate that this is not always possible. In the instance that a resident should need to gain access through the Lane we advise speaking with the gateman at either end of the closure, whichever is appropriate. They will relay to the Team on site to ask them when it will be clear to pass. If a resident has a specific medical appointment for example, or require careers / nursers to attend them, if we can have the details of whom they are and where they will be attending this would be most helpful. We can let our gateman know in advance. Emergency services access is provided during the closures, and our teams are fully trained and competent to deal with such matters.

Our team are most helpful and will accommodate requirements when it is safe to do so. They will be using smaller equipment for the work required rather than their standard equipment purely because the larger equipment would prohibit any passage of traffic. They are very aware and experienced of what will be required on a Lane such as Scrubbetts Lane. We would ask that residents, deliveries etc try to keep their movements along the Lane to a minimum during the period from 12 -16th June 2023 and are patient with the Team. Each time they are asked to stop work for safe passage of traffic will impact on the amount of work that can be completed. As you know this area was highlighted for work sometime ago so we certainly would like to achieve the best results possible in the week allocated. Working together will result in the completion of the essential work being a success.

During the week of 12th – 16th June 2023 we have been advised that the Team plan to start from the north/top of the Lane and moving south. Our Team will be on site from around 08:30 on Monday 12th June should clarification be required. With regards to having a contact number we would ask you to speak to the gateman directly who will contact the Supervisor on site or call 0800 0514514 asking to speak to Sara Noons or Laura Dennis.

Thank you in advance for helping us ensure safe and successful felling is completed and for your continued patience in this matter.

Kind regards

Laura

Laura Dennis

Ash Dieback Officer

AshDieback@gloucestershire.gov.uk

Gloucestershire County Council, Shire Hall, Gloucester, GL1 2TG

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Key dates and activities in Kingscote in the first week in May 2023

The Forerunner will follow in the coming days. In the meantime, these are key dates and activities to be aware of in the next week or so:

Sunday May 7th – Coronation celebrations
Coronation communion service in the church at 11am, followed by a Coronation ‘Street’ Party at the village hall from 12 noon (bring and share lunch with pay bar). We hope that as many people as possible can attend (either or both) these events.

Refuse collection – food waste only will be collected on 4th May.

Post office– will visit on Mondays and Thursdays in May apart from bank holidays.

4th May elections– anyone voting in person will be required to bring photo ID such as passport or driving licence.

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Acquisitive Crime In the Cotswolds

“Sergeant George Howe from the Cotswolds Neighbourhood Policing Team said: “We understand how much of an impact rural crimes can have on victims livelihoods when items like tools and machinery are stolen.

“Often victims lose out on a lot of money due to needing to replace the stolen items or are unable to work completely which is not acceptable.

“We are determined to identify the offenders and I would like to remind residents of the importance of submitting information they have, no matter how big or small, as it could be the one thing we need to catch those responsible and stop anyone else from being targeted. “

If you feel you have been a victim or could be a possible target, we can offer further crime prevention advice on a one to one basis. Please contact our team onneighbourhoodwatch@gloucestershire.police.uk

Message Sent By
Becky Lamb
(Gloucestershire Constabulary , Neighbourhood Watch Officer, Gloucestershire)