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WILTSHIRE CONSTABULARY
Malmesbury
Community Bulletin
July/Aug/Sept/ 2006
Produced by PC Michelle Weston & Beth Spurway
IN CONJUNCTION WITH THE COMMUNITY SAFETY DEPARTMENT, MELKSHAM
IN ALL
EMERGENCIES: Dial
999
NEW SINGLE
NON-EMERGENCY NUMBER:
0845 408 7000
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DECRIMINALISATION OF PARKING ENFORCEMENT From 4th September 2006,
North Wiltshire Council take over the enforcement of parking restrictions
from Wiltshire Police. New parking attendants will patrol streets and
council owned car parks to clamp down on problem vehicles breaking parking
regulations. The remaining offences that will still fall within the remit of
the police will be obstruction and dangerous parking offences and parking
within the zig-zags of a controlled crossing.
Why the changes in enforcement?
Dangerous and illegal parking, and increased traffic congestion are
causing problems for all road users, the new enforcement system will help
by: Keeping Wiltshire moving, as main roads will be kept clear of illegally
parked vehicles, particularly during peak times. Short-term parking outside
local shops will be patrolled more frequently to ensure that time limits are
observed therefore increasing the potential for more local trade. Supporting
town centre needs by encouraging commuters and shoppers to use long-stay car
parks to free up short-stay car park spaces for people who need them.
Improving benefits to blue badge holders by ensuring disabled parking spaces
are only used by blue badge holders. The district councils are working in
partnership with Wiltshire County Council to ensure that motorists park
vehicles safely and responsibly.
How will the council enforce the restrictions?
From September 4th 2006, under the powers of the Road Traffic Act 1991,
enforcement will be undertaken by Parking Attendants working for the
district councils. They will enforce all waiting and parking restrictions in
the district. Drivers who fail to comply with the parking restrictions
(indicated by signs and road markings on the street and in council car
parks) will be issued with a parking ticket. Wiltshire Police will continue
to enforce parking at pedestrian crossings and for other motoring offences,
including causing an obstruction.
The Penalty Charge
The penalty for breaking a parking regulation will be £60. If the
penalty is paid within 14 days of issue, then it will be reduced to £30.
Parking attendants will not be working to targets, their job is simply to
ensure that drivers obey parking and waiting restrictions, so please Think
before you park!
FREE SMOKE ALARM FITTING SERVICE
As part of an ongoing campaign to make our communities safe from fire,
Wiltshire Fire Brigade is offering to fit a 10 year battery operated smoke
alarm, on each level of your home for free. We are targeting people living
in our rural communities, because we believe it is vitally important to
ensure that they are given early warning of a fire occurring in their
homes. The Brigade will make every effort to get a fire engine to your home
as quickly as possible, but when a fire occurs seconds count and a working
smoke alarm can be a lifesaver. We are presently speaking to your parish
councillors and asking them to use their local knowledge to identify those
in your community who might need our help. Members of our Community Safety
Team will make an appointment to see you, give advice on the fire hazards in
your home and where necessary fit smoke alarms. This service is totally
free. If you would like to arrange a visit please call us on our Freephone
Number 0800 389 7849. A member of our team will contact you.
Melanie Jezzard, Community Safety Adviser, Tel: 01380 731188 Mobile: 07740
095575
email:-
melanie.jezzard@wiltsfire.gov.uk
REPORTED CRIME IN JULY/AUGUST/SEPTEMBER 2006
Officers at Malmesbury are keen to hear any information about any of the
above reported crimes. If you would prefer to report it anonymously please
do so by ringing CRIMESTOPPERS on 0800 555 111. You may be line to receive
an award!
CORSTON, RODBOURNE, HULLAVINGTON
At 0927 on 6 July a vehicle was reported abandoned at Kingway Bridge.
At 0800 on 12 July a burglary was reported at The Street, Hullavington.
Credit cards and an estimated £700 were stolen.
At 0426 on 24 July a suspicious person was reported driving a vehicle on a
farm at Rodbourne. Whilst making enquiries police discovered a vehicle which
had been broken into and items removed form within.
At 2044 on 26 July a number plate was reported missing on a vehicle parked
in Rodbourne. The owner was unsure if it was stolen or had fallen off.
At 0158 it was reported that a Mitsubishi Shogun had just been stolen from
Corston. A van that had been blocking the Shogun’s movement had a smashed
window and was pushed onto the road out of the way.
24-hour number 0845 408 7000 / CRIMESTOPPERS 0800 555 111
ARE YOU NOW ON LINE? www.nhw-wilts.org.uk
Receive this bulletin by e-mail –
beth.spurway@wiltshire.pnn.police.uk
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