Maidenhead & Windsor

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Old Windsor’s new neighbourhood police officer has spoken of her plans to continue the good work of her predecessor who recently retired after 25 years.

PC Frances Ailward, who joined Thames Valley Police in 2004, replaced neighbourhood officer PC Nick Preston in November.

“I realise that having a new neighbourhood officer after 25 years is a big change for the community, especially considering that Nick Preston was a very popular figure in Old Windsor,” she said. “However, I am committed to tackling the issues which matter most to residents and I want to reassure people that I aim to carry on Nick’s good work by providing an easily accessible, high-visibility police presence around the village.”

Over the next few months, PC Ailward hopes to become a familiar face in Old Windsor, attending neighbourhood action group (NAG) meetings and forging close links with residents and community partners.

“I will be working from the day centre on Straight Road more often - making it easier for me to interact with the community, with the added benefit of being close at hand to deal with any incidents that occur,” she said. “Also, I encourage residents to get in touch with me on the phone or stop and say hello if they see me out and about in the village.”

PC Ailward, and other members of the Old Windsor neighbourhood team, can be contacted via the 24-hour Police Enquiry Centre on 0845 8 505 505. If they are not immediately available, just leave a message and one of the team will call you back as soon as possible.

The neighbourhood team for Old Windsor comprises:

Insp Jackie Phillips
Sgt Mike Darrah
Neighbourhood Specialist Officer Marc Phillips
PC Frances Ailward
Police Community Support Officer Andy Aldridge

Thames Valley Police ~ Windsor

Norden Farm Centre for the Arts, Maidenhead: 6 January - 12th January 2008
Altwood Road
Maidenhead
SL6 4PF
01628 788997

6th January in Maidenhead

* Performances
* 3:00 pm
And When Did You Last See Your Father (12A)
* 7:30 pm
And When Did You Last See Your Father (12A)
* Workshops and other events
* 10:00 am
CHROMA

7th January in Maidenhead

No events planned

8th January in Maidenhead

* Performances
* 8:00 pm
Elizabeth: The Golden Age (12A)
* Workshops and other events
* 10:00 am
Chi-Kung
* 2:00 pm
CHROMA

9th January in Maidenhead

* Performances
* 10:30 am
Elizabeth: The Golden Age (12A)
* 2:30 pm
Elizabeth: The Golden Age (12A)
* 8:00 pm
Elizabeth: The Golden Age (12A)
* Workshops and other events
* 2:00 pm
CHROMA
* 2:30 pm
Thames Valley Tai Chi

10th January in Maidenhead

* Performances
* 8:00 pm
Elizabeth: The Golden Age (12A)
* Workshops and other events
* 2:00 pm
Writing a Novel for Publication
* 2:00 pm
CHROMA

11th January in Maidenhead

* Performances
* 8:00 pm
Control (15)
* Workshops and other events
* 2:00 pm
CHROMA
* 4:30 pm
Norden Lights Youth Theatre Group G

12th January in Maidenhead

* Performances
* 8:00 pm
Michael Messer
* Workshops and other events
* 9:30 am
Kathak Advanced Dance
* 10:00 am
CHROMA
* 10:30 am
Kathak Intermediate Dance
* 11:30 am
Kathak Beginner Dance

Windsor and Maidenhead Drivers who park illegally in the Royal Borough will be on notice from the beginning of January – park correctly or you could get a £60 penalty charge notice.

During the first two weeks of the New Year the Windsor and Maidenhead council will be making its final preparations to take over responsibility for parking enforcement from the police. Parking attendants will be issuing warning notices to drivers who park where they shouldn't, reminding them that if they do so after Monday January 14 they will be penalised.

Cllr Colin Rayner, lead member for Windsor and Maidenhead highways, transport and environment, said: "Residents and businesses have had enough of the thoughtless, selfish parking of non-residents who seem to think they can leave their vehicles where they like despite causing serious issues for pedestrians, other road users and businesses. In central Windsor non-residents also take up spaces in residents' parking permit areas. All show casual disregard for the law.

"The council is determined to restore order when we take over enforcement from the police, who will then be freed up to do what they do best – fight crime."

Cllr Rayner added: "We realise that for central Windsor residents in particular there is an acute shortage of parking. That is why we are also reviewing the parking spaces and regulations with a view to creating more spaces for residents in this area to take effect between March and May 2008."

Resident parking permit holders who can't find a parking space near their home in the evening can use their yellow Advantage card to get free parking in one of the Royal Borough's convenient car parks in Windsor and Maidenhead.
Maidenhead: Stafferton Way, Grove Road, West Street and the Town Hall (Park Street entrance).
Windsor: Victoria Street, East Berkshire College, Alma Road, Alexandra Gardens, King Edward VII (Datchet Road), Romney Lock and York House (Sheet Street).
(In Windsor free evening parking in the above car parks is also available with a resident's parking permit).

The Windsor and Maidenhead council has applied to the Department for Transport to become a Special Parking Area (SPA) and is expecting the result any day. This will mean the council can take over responsibility for yellow lines and limited waiting, as well as its own residents' permits. Existing parking and waiting restrictions will remain the same, the only change being that the council will be in charge of enforcement instead of the police.

Parking attendants will not get bonuses or incentives for issuing a certain number of tickets. They will enforce parking regulations openly, fairly and consistently for all. They will also act as council ambassadors, providing advice and assistance to the community by reporting problems such as litter, graffiti and flytipping.

Further information is available by:

* visiting the Royal Borough's website www.rbwm.gov.uk
* writing to The Parking Team, Town Hall, St Ives Road, Maidenhead SL6 1RF
* calling 01628 683880
* emailing parking@rbwm.gov.uk

From January 14 maps will be available on the Royal Borough's website so drivers can check where parking restrictions are in force on local streets and roads.

The Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead

Parents of children at two Royal Windsor and Maidenhead Borough schools are being asked for their views on plans to change the schools' designated areas from September 2009.

If proposals get the go-ahead, the designated area for Holyport Primary would be extended while the designated area for Oldfield Primary would be reduced to reflect the increased demand for primary school places in eastern Maidenhead – fuelled by rising birth rates and new housing.

Cllr Eileen Quick, lead member for Windsor and Maidenhead education, said: "We have consulted with the headteachers of both schools and now we are asking parents what they think of these proposals. Both are very popular schools and there are some children living within Oldfield's designated area who are finding it difficult to obtain places.

"This means that without changes, children living on the edge of Oldfield's designated area may not gain a place at either of these popular schools.

"We hope that as many parents as possible will give us their views on these proposals – but they can all rest assured that we will do everything possible to ensure that one designated area will not be changed without the other."

The consultation period runs until Friday January 25. Views should be submitted in writing to Ben Wright, education planning officer, Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead, Town Hall, St Ives Road, Maidenhead SL6 1RF or emailed to ben.wright@rbwm.gov.uk

The outcome of the consultation will be discussed by cabinet at its meeting on Thursday March 27 2008. As a community school, the decision about Oldfield's designated area rests with cabinet. In respect of Holyport, which is a voluntary aided school, the decision on the proposals will rest with the school's governing body, which will meet to consider the issue on February 6 2008.

For further information please contact Ben Wright, education planning officer, on 01628 796572.

The Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead

Norden Farm Centre for the Arts, Maidenhead: 30 December - 5th January 2008
Altwood Road
Maidenhead
SL6 4PF
01628 788997

30th December in Maidenhead

* Performances
* 3:00 pm
Atonement (15)
* 7:30 pm
Atonement (15)
* Workshops and other events
* 10:00 am
Alice Pennefather - Eyes of Others

31st December in Maidenhead

No events planned

1st January in Maidenhead

* Performances
* 7:30 pm
New Year's Day Concert
* Workshops and other events
* 2:00 pm
Alice Pennefather - Eyes of Others

2nd January in Maidenhead

* Performances
* 8:00 pm
Once (15)
* Workshops and other events
* 2:30 pm
Thames Valley Tai Chi

3rd January in Maidenhead

* Performances
* 8:00 pm
Once (15)
* Workshops and other events
* 9:00 am
Creative Writing: Making Yourself Heard
* 2:00 pm
Writing a Novel for Publication

4th January in Maidenhead

* Performances
* 8:00 pm
And When Did You Last See Your Father? (12A)
* Workshops and other events
* 2:00 pm
CHROMA

5th January in Maidenhead

* Performances
* 3:00 pm
And When Did You Last See Your Father (12A)
* 8:00 pm
And When Did You Last See Your Father? (12A)
* Workshops and other events
* 10:00 am
CHROMA

Windsor and Maidenhead Councillors and staff in the Royal Borough have sent their warmest best wishes to the Mayor for his speedy recovery.

Windsor and Maidenhead Cllr Leo Walters went into hospital for a prostate operation on Friday December 14 and the latest news is that he is making good progress. His wife, Margot, says he is looking forward to recovering at home over Christmas.

Cllr David Burbage, council leader, said: "We send the Mayor our warmest best wishes for a speedy recovery. This is his second term as Mayor and I know he will miss his normal round of engagements. He was particularly looking forward to meeting residents and members of local voluntary organisations over the Christmas period but we hope this break from his usually-packed diary will give him time to recuperate and that he will be back in action before too long."

The Mayor's programme of engagements is being maintained as far as possible by the Deputy Mayor, Cllr Dorothy Kemp.

The Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead

'Give some goodwill to the environment this festive season' - this is the message from Royal Windsor and Maidenhead Borough waste officers who are encouraging residents to be sparing in how much rubbish they 'give' to landfill.

Cllr Colin Rayner, lead member for Windsor and Maidenhead highways, transport and environment, said: "In the UK, we create around three million tonnes of waste over the festive period, which amounts to a staggering 50kg each. So we’re urging residents to have a green Christmas and reduce the amount of rubbish they generate.

"Every time you buy a Christmas present, think green! We need to reduce the amount of waste going to landfill sites. Why not buy a tree to plant? This will produce oxygen when it grows and absorb carbon dioxide."

Here's how Windsor and Maidenhead residents can make a difference before Christmas:

* buy recycled presents which are made from recycled goods. Try www.recyclenow.com/shopping for inspiration
* consider buying a present which will last the whole year, such as sponsoring an animal, or a 'gift experience' such as theatre tickets or days out
* use rechargeable batteries for any toys or gifts which need them
* decorate the house with holly, twigs, leaves and berries which have fallen off trees and bushes – although always ask the landowner for permission
* re-use shopping bags, rather than getting new ones.

After Christmas, continue the 'green' theme and:

* ensure you recycle wrapping paper, plastic and cardboard packaging wherever possible
* recycle jars and containers for items like cranberry sauce and pickle
* don't buy too much or use overly-packaged food – make a list and stick to what you need
* put vegetable peelings on the compost pile for next year's gardening
* recycle Christmas cards by taking them to a Tesco (not Express), a high street branch of WHSmith or TK Maxx or re-use any part of them for labels for next year. Alternatively, put them in your black recycling boxes to be collected by the council
* if you have a real tree, ensure you recycle it at one of the borough's 23 tree recycling sites (see below for details).

Residents can recycle their real Christmas trees by taking them to one of 23 collection points around the borough, which are open from Friday January 4 to Friday January 18. They are:

ASCOT The Grange car park, High Street and Gainsborough Drive
BRAY The Car Park, High Street, Bray
DATCHET Recreation Ground, Green Lane
ETON Car park, Meadow Lane
ETON WICK Recreation ground car park, Haywards Mead
HOLYPORT Youth club next to Memorial Hall, Moneyrow Green
HURLEY Car park, High Street
KNOWL HILL Village Hall off Bath Road
MAIDENHEAD Braywick Civic Amenity Site, Stafferton Way
Ockwells Park, Ockwells Road
Boulter’s Lock car park, Ray Mead Road
OLD WINDSOR Church Road allotments
Recreation Ground, Robin Willis Way
SOUTH ASCOT Recreation Ground car park, Victoria Road
SUNNINGDALE Broomhall Recreation Ground, Broomhall Lane
SUNNINGHILL Victory Fields Recreation Ground, London Road
WINDSOR Clewer Memorial Recreation Ground, Dedworth Road
Foster Avenue open space.

GARDEN CENTRES
Wyevale Country Garden, Dedworth Road, Windsor
World of Water, Wraysbury Road, Wraysbury, Staines
Squires, Maidenhead Road, Windsor
Stubbings Nursery, Henley Road, Maidenhead.

Christmas refuse and recycling collection holiday schedule:

NORMAL COLLECTION DAY - REVISED COLLECTION DAY
Monday December 24 - No change
Tuesday December 25 - Thursday December 27
Wednesday December 26 - Friday December 28
Thursday December 27 - Saturday December 29
Friday December 28 - Monday December 31
Monday December 31 - Wednesday January 2
Tuesday January 1 - Thursday January 3
Wednesday January 2 - Friday January 4
Thursday January 3 - Saturday January 5
Friday January 4 - Monday January 7
Monday January 7 - Tuesday January 8
Tuesday January 8 - Wednesday January 9
Wednesday January 9 - Thursday January 10
Thursday January 10 - Friday January 11
Friday January 11 - Saturday January 12

Normal collection resumes from Monday January 14

Cllr Rayner added: "Everyone at the council would like to wish all our residents a very happy Christmas and New Year – and a very green festive season.

"After the festivities, please recycle all your recyclables at the centres. We all need to help protect the planet."

For further information, see Recycling at Christmas, or call the council’s customer service centre on 01628 683800.

The Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead

It has been years in the planning and months in the construction – and on Tuesday December 18 a major milestone is reached when the final brick is placed on the extension to 4 Marlow Road in Maidenhead to provide a new youth and community centre.

Local Maidenhead councillors, the design team, staff from organisations that will use the centre and young people will gather to celebrate the topping out ceremony on the long-awaited centre, which will replace the popular Castle Hill Youth and Community Centre in High Town Road.

The council has been working for many years to find a replacement for the rundown Castle Hill centre to provide town centre services for young people and the wider community.

The extension sits alongside the existing Grade II listed building which used to house social services and was originally the local technical college – and which is undergoing internal refurbishment.

In one of the Royal Windsor and Maidenhead Borough’s most ambitious community projects, the enlarged premises – scheduled to open in late spring – will provide an up-to-the-minute centre with meeting rooms, a dance studio, café, games hall and youth club facilities.

As well as youth activities, the centre will be home to four community organisations – the Citizens’ Advice Bureau, Relate (relationship counselling), the No 22 youth counselling service and Connexions (youth service).

Cllr Jesse Grey, lead member for Windsor and Maidenhead leisure and culture, said: “This is one of the most exciting and important community projects ever undertaken by the council. We already have a fantastic range of leisure facilities in the borough, including two of the top-rated leisure centres in the country, well-stocked parks and open spaces and a popular nature centre.

“The addition of a centre designed especially with young people in mind will mean even more choice for our young people.”

Cllr Eileen Quick, lead member for Windsor and Maidenhead children’s services, said: “This project reflects the high priority we place on providing first class facilities for our young people, giving them the opportunity to develop talents and friendships, and seek advice, in a safe, welcoming environment.

“Once complete, the centre will be an excellent venue where young people can gather and take part in a whole range of activities.”

The project has been funded from the proceeds of the sale of the Castle Hill site.

The Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead

The government announced on 06 December 2007 the provisional Revenue Support Grant settlement for 2008-09 to 2010/11. At first sight the headline announcement looks promising as the average annual increase nationally is some 1.5% over inflation.

However, the government believes that Royal Windsor and Maidenhead Borough, along with many authorities in the south of England, should collect much more money from local residents through council tax and the new calculation for formula grant suggests that we should receive £9.5 million less than we will.

Recognising the impact this sort of reduction would have locally the government has put in place a safety net, or floor protection, which means that formula grant will increase by just 2%, 1.75% and 1.5% over the next three years. Taking inflation into account this means a cut in grant in real terms.

The government has also reduced the funds available to support the capital programme. By "converting" cash grants into borrowing approval the government has cost the Windsor and Maidenhead Borough close to £1m a year. In many authorities this transfer has minimal impact but the "conversion" gets caught up in the safety net and the Borough loses out. It is clear that any capital expenditure incurred in the Borough, no matter how high on the government’s "wishlist", will need to be met from the Borough’s own resources.

Cllr David Hilton, lead member for Windsor and Maidenhead finance said: "We have become very used to poor grant settlements and this year is no exception. A poor settlement has been factored in to the considerable work we have done on next year's budget and we have focussed our attention on driving forward efficiency savings."

Cllr Hilton further commented: "The government's statements that it will replace specific grant to support school buildings, the Local Transport Plan and other capital expenditure by Supported Capital Expenditure when no funding is actually provided is typical of government double speak.

“Having said that I am most concerned about the government’s stated aim to phase out the safety net. We know that this will not happen in the next three years but it represents the one of the major financial risks that the council faces beyond 2010/11."

Cllr Hilton concluded: "This Conservative administration pledged to keep council tax increases at or below inflation and we intend to keep that pledge."

The Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead

Norden Farm Centre for the Arts, Maidenhead: 23 December - 29 December 2007
Altwood Road
Maidenhead
SL6 4PF
01628 788997

23rd December in Maidenhead

* Performances
* 11:00 am
Monster Hits
* 2:00 pm
Monster Hits
* 8:00 pm
Stardust (PG)
* Workshops and other events
* 10:00 am
Alice Pennefather - Eyes of Others

24th December in Maidenhead

* Performances
* 11:00 am
Monster Hits
* 2:00 pm
Monster Hits

25th December in Maidenhead

No events planned

26th December in Maidenhead

* Performances
* 2:00 pm
Monster Hits
* Workshops and other events
* 2:00 pm
Alice Pennefather - Eyes of Others

27th December in Maidenhead

* Performances
* 11:00 am
Monster Hits
* 2:00 pm
Monster Hits
* 8:00 pm
Evening 12A
* Workshops and other events
* 2:00 pm
Alice Pennefather - Eyes of Others

28th December in Maidenhead

* Performances
* 2:00 pm
Monster Hits
* 8:00 pm
Atonement (15)
* Workshops and other events
* 2:00 pm
Alice Pennefather - Eyes of Others

29th December in Maidenhead

* Performances
* 11:00 am
Monster Hits
* 2:00 pm
Monster Hits
* 8:00 pm
Atonement (15)
* Workshops and other events
* 10:00 am
Alice Pennefather - Eyes of Others

Maidenhead Arts Cafe,
Methodist Church Hall,
High Street,
Maidenhead,
Berkshire,
SL6 1EF.
Friday 1st February

Rob Halligan combines edgy acoustic rock with soulful ballads that will both challenge you and bring you hope with songs born from first hand experience of drug and AIDS victims as well as being directly affected by the terrorist events of September 11th 2001 in which his father was killed.

Rob's musical influences are as diverse as John Mayer, Jeff Buckley, Billy Bragg and the Clash and he has gigged across the UK in venues from local cafes, rock bars and folk clubs to festivals and venues with crowds up to 3000 people.

He has also written articles for the Independent newspaper and the Christian Herald and appeared on local and national television and radio.

Originally from Brighton on the South Coast of England, Rob moved up to the Midlands when he was 16. "I'd played in bands at school and we'd gigged around a bit. My biggest moment was playing at the Pavilion Hall in Worthing for a variety event. We were a rock band, before us was an opera singer and after us was a flautist! We weren't asked back!"

But after a successful Album, a charting independently released single (which also raised over £3000 for charity) and a gruelling two years of constant touring that culminated in Ireland in December 2005, Rob Halligan has built up a fanbase and reputation as an "... archetypal troubadour whos stand-up acoustic is full of subtle power"

The cafe provides high quality entertainment in relaxed, informal surroundings. Events take place in the recently refurbished hall of the Methodist Church at the top of the High Street in Maidenhead. Drinks (Tea, Coffee, Cappuccino, J2O's, Coke etc) are available from our bar, along with various light snacks throughout the evening.

Entrance is by ticket (£5:00 available on the door, or in advance). Contact us on info@artscafe.org for details or tickets.

Maidenhead Arts Cafe

The Royal Windsor and Maidenhead Borough is to recognise the “bravery and dedication” of local members of the armed forces currently serving in Afghanistan with a march past and civic reception in Windsor next spring.

Councillors last night (Tuesday) agreed unanimously to hold the event to welcome home the troops from the regiments based at Windsor’s two barracks following a motion proposed by Windsor councillor James Evans and seconded by Windsor and Maidenhead Cllr Alison Knight at the council meeting in the Guildhall.

Families of troops from the Household Cavalry based at Combermere Barracks and the 1st battalion the Coldstream Guards based at Victoria Barracks, currently on active duty in Afghanistan, will be invited to attend the march past and reception.

Cllr Evans, ward councillor for Clewer south ward said this week: “I am delighted to have the support of all my council colleagues for my proposal. I understand that there are more than 700 personnel from both regiments currently serving in Afghanistan.

“As ward councillor representing many of the families affected by the deployment, I feel it is important to take the lead in helping to show the council’s appreciation of the bravery and dedication of all our troops.

“A civic parade and reception gives us the opportunity to put party politics aside in a show of support for their courage and service.

“In proposing the motion I am following the lead of our Mayor, Cllr Leo Walters, who first called for a civic parade in October.

“Following the decision by cabinet in July to give the armed forces equal status in the borough’s housing allocations policy, a parade will emphasise the council’s commitment to and respect for the troops and their families as members of the local community.”

Cllr Leo Walters, Mayor of the Royal Windsor and Maidenhead Borough, agreed. He said: “The army plays a large part in the community of the town of Windsor, and I am honoured to be involved in hosting such a fitting tribute to the men and women who serve our country so proudly.

“Our gratitude must also go to the families of the troops who provide such unstinting support for their loved ones and keep the home fires burning as their soldiers go on tour to carry out the jobs for which they have been trained.”

Details of the event – to be held in the spring at a date still to be confirmed – will be released as early as possible in the new year.

The Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead

The Royal Windsor and Maidenhead Borough’s dedication in getting a better financial deal for residents has led to its ‘money-saving’ team being shortlisted for a prestigious national award.

The work of the Windsor and Maidenhead council’s procurement team in making significant savings for Royal Borough residents has been shortlisted for the Local Government Chronicle* (LGC) National Procurement Award 2008. The Royal Borough is the only Berkshire local authority nominated in any of the categories this year.

Gary Richardson, the Royal Borough’s head of business development, submitted the council’s entry for the award. In it, he demonstrated the considerable progress his team has made in reducing the council’s costs of goods and services since he joined the borough in October 2004.

Cllr David Hilton, lead member for Windsor and Maidenhead finance, said: “The council spends more than £86million each year on buying the goods and services we need to provide and maintain services to residents. The borough’s procurement team ensures we provide the very best service at the best price and I am delighted that the work they put in to making such extensive savings for us all has been recognised by the LGC award judges.”

Mr Richardson added: “The team has made huge amounts of progress in saving our taxpayers’ money at the Royal Borough and to be shortlisted for this national award is testament to the huge achievements we’ve made so far.”

Mr Richardson has been asked by the judges to give a more extensive presentation of his team’s achievements later in the month. The winners will then be announced at an awards ceremony on March 17 2008 at Grosvenor House in Park Lane.

The Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead

Pupils at Royal Windsor and Maidenhead Borough primary and middle schools have once again proved they are “on the up” and well above average by scoring top marks in the latest national curriculum tests.

Official figures released last week for Windsor and Maidenhead SATS test results at key stage two in English, maths and science show that pupils have not only improved their own aggregate scores* but have also outstripped the national average at both levels four and five in the tests taken by 11-year-olds during the summer.

They have also proved they are top-class performers in the recently-introduced “contextual value added”** measure – which assesses individual pupils’ progress between key stage one and key stage two - taking the borough to 11th place in the country with a score of 100.4 (compared with the national average of 100).

Test results showed significant percentage increases in Windsor and Maidenhead maths and science at level four:
· maths 81% (up from 79% in 2006)
· science 91% (up from 89% last year)
In English, pupils maintained their 83% score. The aggregate total for these three results is 255, up four points from 251 last year and 10 points up on the national aggregate.

At level five all three subjects showed increases, with English topping the improvement polls at 41%, up 5% from its score last year. Maths results show an increased score of 38% (up from 36% last year) and science 53% (up from 50% last year).

The aggregate of the level five results has leapt 10 points to 131, compared with 121 last year, and well above the national average aggregate of 113.

Cllr Eileen Quick, lead member for Windsor and Maidenhead education, said: “What great results for Royal Borough schoolchildren and their teachers! And so very well deserved!

“The continued improvements in these national curriculum tests only serve to demonstrate the hard work and commitment of both pupils and teachers in our schools – and everyone involved should be justifiably proud of these achievements.

“We must also acknowledge the continued support of both governors and parents in helping to promote the council’s aim of providing all our young people with the opportunity to achieve their very best. This is a real team effort – and everyone involved is to be congratulated.”

The Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead

The consultation on proposed further expansion at Heathrow airport over the next 20 years – including a third runway and a sixth terminal – will reach the Royal Windsor and Maidenhead Borough on Monday December 17 and residents are being urged to make sure they have their say.

Cllr David Burbage, Windsor and Maidenhead council leader, has issued a call for as many people as possible to visit the Department for Transport’s public exhibition at Windsor Leisure Centre (10am to 8pm) so that the community will be fully aware of what the government and BAA are planning.

He said: “If these proposals go ahead, the expansion will have an immense effect on everyone living in our borough and other communities around Heathrow. We must take advantage of the local exhibition to get fully up to speed with the proposals and make informed responses to this consultation.

“This is likely to be one of the biggest and most significant government initiatives ever in our area and it is vitally important that we have full community participation to ensure local views are heard.”

The DfT document – Adding Capacity at Heathrow Airport – discusses proposals for:

* the development of a third 2,200 metre runway (wiping out 700 properties, including the entire Sipson community in the London Borough of Hillingdon
* the construction of a Terminal 6
* optimising the current runway capacity at Heathrow by introducing ‘mixed mode’ use of runways from as early as 2011 (this would raise the number of aircraft movements from the current ‘capped’ 480,000 per year with T5 to 540,000 by 2015)
* continuing to promote the growth in the number of flights to more than 700,000 per year by 2030 (after the construction of runway three and Terminal 6)
* ending the Cranford Agreement and runway alternation (although retaining westerly preference).

The document also claims that the expansion and increase in flight numbers can be achieved within existing noise limits and in accordance with EU air quality standards.

Cllr Colin Rayner, lead member for Windsor and Maidenhead highways, transport and environment, said the council was currently going through the consultation document with a fine-tooth comb and would be bringing forward its considered response in the very near future.

He said: “This is a complex, technical document with a package of proposals that appear to raise very serious issues for local homes and families because of the severe impact on everyone’s quality of life. This is why we need a huge turn-out for the Windsor exhibition so that everyone is well-informed and then we can all work together to make sure our voices are heard.

“We recommend that you don’t respond to the consultation there and then. We have until February 27 to have our say and once the council has formed its position on this document we will keep residents up to date and ensure that the government is left in no doubt about our views.”

The key issues are likely to be noise, air quality, traffic and surface access and conservation of the built and natural environment versus the perceived economic benefits of expanding the airport.

As well as the exhibition at Windsor, the DfT is also organising public exhibitions at: Cranford – Sheraton Skyline Hotel and Conference Centre (December 12); Hounslow – Montague Hall (December 15); Stanwell – Stanwell Village Hall (December 19); Colnbrook – Sheraton Heathrow Hotel (January 14); Brentford – Holiday Inn (January 16); Richmond – Adult Community College (January 18); Egham – The Jurgens Centre (January 21); Langley – Langley Community Centre (January 23): Central London (two days – dates and venue to be confirmed). Exhibitions have already been staged at Barnes and West Drayton.

The council is a member of the 2M Group – an alliance of local authorities concerned about the environmental impact of expansion at Heathrow on local communities.

Full details of the consultation are available at www.dft.gov.uk/heathrowconsultation or by calling 0845 6004170.

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Increasing the amount of legal on-road parking available to residents living in town centres is set to be the focus of a review by the Royal Windsor and Maidenhead Borough proposed for early next year.

Aimed to tie in with the introduction of decriminalised parking enforcement (DPE) – which will bring parking enforcement under the control of the Windsor and Maidenhead council instead of the police when it comes into effect on January 14 – the review will consider as many opportunities as possible to change double yellow lines to singles, shorten lines near junctions and create more parking for residents.

The matter will be presented to Cabinet on Thursday December 13 for approval.

Councillors were invited to identify roads in their wards where there was a potential for line changes, and they proposed a total of 62 sites throughout the borough, more than half in the terraced streets of central Windsor.

Cllr Colin Rayner, lead member for Windsor and Maidenhead highways, transport and environment, said: "Over the past few years there has been a steady rise in the number of cars parked overnight on double yellow lines. Currently the majority of central Windsor parking bays allow anyone to park after 6.30pm, which has resulted in many commuting residents returning home and finding that the only place to park is a double yellow line, often a long distance from their homes.

“The introduction of DPE provides the council with the opportunity to bring the situation back under control.

“Moving forward, priority will be given to residents in the evening, and visitors will have to park in car parks or on single yellow lines.

“We hope that by making parking in the majority of central Windsor bays resident-only in the evenings and weekends, residents will not have to park illegally. Resident visitor vouchers will still be accepted in the evening.

“While we need to ensure that cars are parked legally, safely and with consideration for other road users, we also fully appreciate the difficulty for residents of town centre terraced houses in finding a suitable place to park their car at night.

“This review will flag up areas where we can amend yellow lines to provide additional on-street parking.”

David Scott, head of Windsor and Maidenhead community services, said: “We will look at a number of methods of increasing the amount of legal on-street parking in our town centres, while ensuring safety isn’t compromised or other traffic issues created.”

These are:

· reducing the length of yellow lines at or near junctions to allow for more parking space
· converting double yellow lines to singles to provide residents with more parking space in the evening and at weekends while maintaining restrictions during the day
· in key areas, increasing the amount of parking available for the exclusive use of resident permit holders
· increasing the amount of off-peak residents-only parking by changing the balance in favour of residents in areas where they share with daytime pay and display areas
· increasing awareness of free use of off-street car parks for residents
· introducing resident-only parking areas at key times during commuter travelling times.

Many of the yellow lines on streets in the Windsor and Maidenhead borough were put in place as far back as the days of Berkshire County Council and the introduction of DPE provides an ideal opportunity to review their positioning. It will also enable the council to act against illegal parking on verges and footpaths where restrictions apply on the adjacent road.

The first phase of confirming the changes identified will be undertaken before January 14, so that following the introduction of DPE the legally required advertising process can be started with a view to making the changes by March 3. Second and third phases would follow once the impact of the first was assessed.

Free evening parking for residents
Resident parking permit holders who cannot find a parking space near their home in the evening can take advantage of free parking in one of the Royal Windsor and Maidenhead Borough’s convenient car parks in Windsor and Maidenhead.

Use free evening parking with a resident’s yellow Advantage Card at the following car parks:
Maidenhead: Stafferton Way, Grove Road, West Street and the Town Hall (Park Street entrance)
Windsor: Victoria Street, East Berkshire College, Alma Road, Alexandra Gardens, King Edward VII (Datchet Road), Romney Lock and York House (Sheet Street).
(In Windsor free evening parking in the above car parks is also available with a resident’s parking permit.)
See car park tariff boards for details.

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Norden Farm Centre for the Arts, Maidenhead: 16 December - 22 December 2007
Altwood Road
Maidenhead
SL6 4PF
01628 788997

December in Maidenhead

16th December in Maidenhead

* Performances
* 11:00 am
Monster Hits
* 11:45 am
Lunchtime Concert: Taplow Choir Concert
* 2:00 pm
Monster Hits
* 7:30 pm
The Singer
* Workshops and other events
* 10:00 am
Alice Pennefather - Eyes of Others

17th December in Maidenhead

No events planned

18th December in Maidenhead

* Performances
* 10:30 am
Monster Hits
* 1:00 pm
Monster Hits
* 8:00 pm
As You Like It (12A)
* Workshops and other events
* 2:00 pm
Alice Pennefather - Eyes of Others

19th December in Maidenhead

* Performances
* 10:30 am
As You Like It (12A)
* 2:30 pm
As You Like It (12A)
* Workshops and other events
* 2:00 pm
Alice Pennefather - Eyes of Others

20th December in Maidenhead

* Performances
* 11:00 am
Monster Hits
* 2:00 pm
Monster Hits
* 8:00 pm
A Mighty Heart (15)
* Workshops and other events
* 2:00 pm
Alice Pennefather - Eyes of Others

21st December in Maidenhead

* Performances
* 11:00 am
Monster Hits
* 2:00 pm
Monster Hits
* 8:00 pm
Across the Universe (12A)
* Workshops and other events
* 2:00 pm
Alice Pennefather - Eyes of Others

22nd December in Maidenhead

* Performances
* 11:00 am
Monster Hits
* 2:00 pm
Monster Hits
* 7:30 pm
Salvation Army Maidenhead: Christmas Presents
* Workshops and other events
* 10:00 am
Alice Pennefather - Eyes of Others

Smarter travel and reducing carbon emissions will be on the menu at the December meeting of the Royal Windsor and Maidenhead Borough’s Thriving, Cleaner, Greener Ambition Group.

In a bid to enable more businesspeople to attend the quarterly gatherings – where ideas to improve the borough’s appearance, transport, economic development and tourism are discussed – the time has been changed to early morning.

Participants can tuck into a breakfast of croissants and bacon sandwiches in the Desborough Suite, Town Hall, Maidenhead, on Thursday December 13 from 8am to 9.30am while they hear about ways of taking actions to reduce their companies’ or organisations’ carbon footprint.

The key priorities of the group and its partners are to:
· improve the appearance of the borough
· assist the movement of people on our roads, footpaths and streets
· promote sustainable and healthy lifestyles
· support our residents and businesses to achieve their economic potential and promote tourism.

Work is carried out through sub-groups – focusing on economic well-being, getting about, the public realm and sustainability – who report back to the group on a quarterly basis.

Cllr Christine Bateson, lead member for Windsor and Maidenhead community, partnership and consultation, said: “Through the TCG group the council and business can work together to develop practical ways of improving the borough. I would encourage as many businesses as possible to get involved and help make a positive contribution to the community.”

Anyone interested in attending the meeting should contact Jonathan James, head of strategy and resources, on 01628 796539 or at jonathan.james@rbwm.gov.uk

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Shoppers in Windsor will have access to extra parking spaces in the town centre during the busy days leading up to Christmas, thanks to the opening of the Royal Borough’s coach park to cars.

The Alexandra Gardens coach park has room for up to 120 cars and it will be open from 10am to 4pm daily from Monday December 10 to Monday December 24. Parking will cost just £2 for the entire day.

The Windsor and Maidenhead council is also reminding shoppers about two pay-and-display car parks close to the town centre that are available for parking at weekends:

* York House, Sheet Street – 80 spaces (also available in the evenings)
* Windsor Dials – 200 spaces (accessed via the council’s car park at Alma Road).

Cllr Colin Rayner, lead member for Windsor and Maidenhead highways, transport and environment, said: “Christmas brings added pressure to car parking in Windsor and by opening up the coach park we are able to offer cheap, long-stay convenient parking for people coming into the town to do their shopping.

“It’s also worth remembering the extra weekend parking available at York House and the Dials. Both are under-used by shoppers and visitors to the town and offer excellent alternative parking not just at Christmas but all year round. We also have very good bus services in and around Windsor and two excellent rail services so I appeal to as many people as possible to take the green option and use public transport.”

Windsor and Maidenhead Cllr Rayner is also asking local businesses to encourage their staff to use the borough’s weekday park and ride facility at Home Park for easy access to the town – thus freeing up town centre parking spaces for shoppers.

He added: “To help ease the pressure on parking, if any businesses have free spaces at weekends we would very much like to hear from them to discuss the possibility of making them available for public use during this very busines period.”

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Pupils, staff and governors at Waltham St Lawrence Primary have been given an early Christmas present by Ofsted inspectors who have praised the school in a glowing report.

The report - published this week - follows a two-day inspection earlier this month when inspectors visited the 100-pupil school to observe teaching methods and speak to staff, children, governors and parents about their perception of the school.

The report’s opening paragraph sums up the inspectors’ findings. “Waltham St Lawrence is a good school. Pupils enjoy school very much which is not surprising because the staff provide an outstanding curriculum”. It goes on to praise the ‘energetic and innovative staff’, ‘effective and creditable governors’ and the ‘enthusiastic pupils’.

The school was assessed according to eight categories, including overall effectiveness, achievement and standards, curriculum and other activities, teaching and learning and leadership. In each case it is rated either ‘outstanding’ - grade 1, or ‘good’ - grade two.

Other key points in the report include:
· the quality of teaching is consistently good and particularly effective in maths
· pupils’ spiritual, moral, social and cultural development is excellent
· personal, social and health education is promoted extremely well
· the headteacher, assistant headteacher and governors work as an effective team
· pupils behave extremely well and there is an effective balance of welfare and care
· children work and play safely
· there are strong links with parents and the local community

The inspectors recommend two areas for improvement - that more focus is placed on improving pupils’ writing skills, and that teachers improve the systems in place to assess pupils’ performance.

Judi Jeffries, headteacher, said: “This report is a great reward for everyone at - and associated with - our school. I cannot praise the staff and pupils enough for their hard work, dedication and enthusiasm in making Waltham St Lawrence Primary School the happy and high-achieving school it is today. I also want to thank the governors and parents for supporting us so well.”

Richard James, chair of governors, said he was delighted with the report. He said: ”I was particularly pleased that the inspection graded the school as outstanding in personal development and well-being. The warm and courteous atmosphere of the school generates almost universal comment from first-time visitors. The inspectors offered helpful advice which we anticipate will help our professional staff and all who support them make this wonderful school even better. Meanwhile, they all have reason to be very proud of this early Christmas present!”

Cllr Eileen Quick, lead member for children’s services, said: “Congratulations to all the dedicated staff and pupils for this first class achievement. The high quality of education that pupils receive at Waltham St Lawrence is second to none and helps to give these young people a good start in life.”

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Staff at Royal Windsor Information Centre are again celebrating after a ‘mystery shopper’ scheme found the service they provide to be the fourth best in the South East - and the centre was ranked 16th in the UK overall.

The mystery shopper assessment involved representatives from VisitBritain - the national tourism agency - posing as customers and visiting, telephoning and emailing tourist information centres in the UK to assess their services. Each site received two enquiries by telephone, two by email and one agent visit. The information centres were judged on many different factors, including staff attitude, the value of information provided, the efficiency of the service, the centre’s accessibility, signage and cleanliness and the display of leaflets.

Cllr Elisabeth Barton, chairman of the visitor management forum, said: “This is wonderful news for the dedicated staff who provide an invaluable service to the millions of visitors who come to the Royal Borough each year.”

Julia White, Windsor and Maidenhead visitor manager, said: “This recognition is an incredible achievement and testament to the talented staff. When we were surveyed last year - during our move from High Street to the Old Booking Hall - we were ranked at the lower end of the scale in relation to other information centres, so to be in the top 20 is amazing after just 12 months’ work. I’m sure next year we will make it into the top 10.”

Royal Windsor Information Centre is based in the Old Booking Hall, Royal Windsor Station.

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Pre-school children can experience the wonder of Christmas early in a series of free, fun activity and storytime sessions at libraries around the Royal Windsor and Maidenhead Borough.

Aimed at Windsor and Maidenhead youngsters up to the age of five, the sessions will include the telling of Christmas stories, colouring and crafts.

Parents and carers are invited to bring along their little ones to any of the following sessions:

· Tuesday, December 11 Eton Library 2.15-2.45pm

· Wednesday, December 12 Cox Green Library 2-2.30pm

· Thursday, December 13 Dedworth Library 10.30-11am

· Monday, December 17 Cookham Library 2.15-3pm

· Tuesday, December 18 Ascot Library 10.30-11am

· Tuesday, December 18 Maidenhead Library 2.15-3pm

· Tuesday, December 18 Old Windsor Library 2.15-3pm

· Friday, December 21 Windsor Library 10-10.30am

· Friday, December 21 Datchet Library 2.15-2.45pm

The Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead

Ofsted inspectors who spent two days in Datchet St Mary’s C E Primary School recently have given it top marks, not only describing it as ‘outstanding’ but agreeing with a pupil who wrote: ‘I think our school is extraordinary because it caters for our own uniqueness’.

The comment, says the inspection report, captures the essence of the Windsor and Maidenhead school, where achievement is outstanding for all 251 pupils, whatever their backgrounds or abilities. Overall they make excellent progress and attain well above average standards – in fact, based on their achievements, value added data puts Datchet St Mary’s among the highest performing schools in the country, a position it has maintained over the past few years.

The Windsor and Maidenhead school, which caters not only for local children but also for those from the travelling community (most of them of Romany or Gypsy heritage), has been rated Grade 1 (outstanding) in every category in the inspection report.

The inspectors write: “A majority of children enter school with attainment that is below average, particularly for boys in communication, language and literacy. From this starting point excellent teaching in the Foundation Stage enables all children to make rapid progress. Teaching is outstanding in all other year groups and as a consequence, this rapid progress is maintained. Pupils who are new to the school soon settle, make friends and achieve extremely well.”

‘Outstanding’ is also used to describe pupils’ personal development and well-being and their spiritual, moral, social and cultural development. Their behaviour, attitudes, commitment and enjoyment of learning are exemplary. Racial harmony is very strong and relationships at all levels are excellent.

“These factors make a significant contribution to the well above average standards pupils attain and their achievements across an excellent, exciting and relevant curriculum,” the report continues.

There is praise too for the Windsor and Maidenhead ‘outstanding’ leadership and management that underpin all that the school achieves. The report adds: “The headteacher and senior managers are excellent role models in their commitment to meeting the needs of all pupils. There is outstanding team spirit and staff are not complacent about the high standards.”

Almost all parents have a very positive view of the school, with one quoted in the report as saying: ‘The school deserves to be highly commended. It is a wonderful school with a friendly, caring and understanding approach to each child’s needs.’.

The inspectors make just one recommendation to help the school improve even further – improve standards in writing for boys to bring them more in line with the very high standards attained by girls.

A delighted chair of governors, Rev Chris Mattock, said the report was a fine tribute to the hard work and dedication of everyone in the school community.

He said: “We are a team here at Datchet St Mary’s – from the very youngest pupil to the oldest governor and member of staff. We work together for the good of each other and we share our problems and successes. This close and supportive environment is the cornerstone of the school’s achievements.”

Jean Pinkerton, headteacher, said she and her staff were thrilled by the outcome of the inspection. She added: “We are delighted that the inspectors really appreciated the ethos of the school and gave us such a glowing report. There is a lot of hard work going on in Datchet St Mary’s but we never forget that learning should be a joy and we have a well-developed sense of fun!”

The Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead

Maidenhead Shopmobility and Active Community Employees (ACE) are extending a festive helping hand to people with disabilities and frail older people at a special Christmas shopping evening on Thursday December 13 from 6pm to 8pm.

Anyone who has difficulty walking and would like help with their Christmas shopping can book transport from home to the Shopmobility office in the Nicholsons car park and back, use of a wheelchair, and volunteers to push and help with the shopping – all free of charge.

To add some seasonal spirit, traditional Yuletide entertainment will be provided in the Nicholsons Shopping Centre by the Cookham Handbell Ringers and carol singers from the Rainbows, Brownies and Guides.

The Shopmobility Christmas shopping evening is an annual event organised by Shopmobility and ACE members including the Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead, Hitachi, Lloyds TSB, People to Places and the Nicholsons Shopping Centre.

Advance booking is essential. Further details are available and booking can be made on 01628 543038 or by emailing shopmobility@rbwm.gov.uk

The Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead

Residents in the Royal Windsor and Maidenhead Borough are benefiting from ongoing improvements to adult care services, thanks to the council’s continued focus on better outcomes for service users, support for carers and help for those who want to remain in their own homes and communities.

That’s the message in the annual performance assessment (APA) published today by the Commission for Social Care Inspection (CSCI) which says that the borough’s social care services for adults:

* are good at delivering outcomes for service users and carers and
* have a promising capacity for improvement in the future.

Individually, there are good judgements for the way the borough delivers services that contribute to:

* improved health and emotional wellbeing
* improved quality of life
* making a positive contribution
* increased choice and control
* freedom from discrimination or harassment
* economic wellbeing
* maintaining personal dignity and respect.

Cllr John Story, lead member for Windsor and Maidenhead adult services, said the APA reflected continuing improvement that put service users at the heart of all priorities and plans.

He said: “I am very pleased that the APA highlights the council’s focus on improving quality of life for all users of adult services and their carers. It also points out how we respond to people’s preferences and allow them to make choices about their care. These priorities are absolutely essential if we are to maintain and improve services and ensure they remain relevant to the needs of the most vulnerable members of our community.

“I thank all staff who work in adult services for their high standards of professionalism and commitment to providing high quality services. I would also express my sincere thanks to the huge band of carers and other volunteers who make such a massive contribution to care services across the borough. We value their support and significant contribution to planning for the future.”

In a detailed report, the CSCI also focuses on the Windsor and Maidenhead council’s capacity to improve and comments on the ‘consistent and effective leadership’ in the learning and care directorate, where the director and his staff have ‘a proactive approach to modernising services for the benefit of service users’.

The APA underlines a wide range of key strengths in adult services, including:

* strong partnership working with health
* a very well-established intermediate care service
* excellent performance on hospital stays (no delayed transfers, so no fines)
* significant increase in use of direct payments, including for people from minority communities – the council is a national leader
* good performance in residential and nursing care provision
* greater independence offered to older people by the free provision of the first six weeks of intensive rehabilitation to enable them to stay in their own homes.

Jim Gould, corporate director of Windsor and Maidenhead learning and care, said: “This is a very encouraging assessment of our work over the past year. However, we are not complacent and appreciate that we must continue to improve if we are to serve our residents as they expect and deserve. The APA makes a number of recommendations for improvement and we will be taking these forward enthusiastically through our action plans in the year ahead.”

The APA for adult services will feed into the overall Comprehensive Performance Assessment of the council, due to be published next month.

The Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead

Norden Farm Centre for the Arts, Maidenhead: 9 December - 15 December 2007
Altwood Road
Maidenhead
SL6 4PF
01628 788997

9th December in Maidenhead

* Performances
* 11:00 am
Monster Hits
* 2:00 pm
Monster Hits
* 7:30 pm
Opera Jawa (15)
* Workshops and other events
* 10:00 am
Alice Pennefather - Eyes of Others
* 1:30 pm
Norden Lights Youth Theatre Group D
* 4:00 pm
Norden Lights Youth Theatre Group E

10th December in Maidenhead

No events planned

11th December in Maidenhead

* Performances
* 10:30 am
Monster Hits
* 1:00 pm
Monster Hits
* 8:00 pm
Hallam Foe (18)
* Workshops and other events
* 2:00 pm
Alice Pennefather - Eyes of Others

12th December in Maidenhead

* Performances
* 10:30 am
Monster Hits
* 1:00 pm
Monster Hits
* 7:45 pm
Christmas Concert
* Workshops and other events
* 2:00 pm
Alice Pennefather - Eyes of Others
* 6:45 pm
Norden Lights Academy

13th December in Maidenhead

* Performances
* 10:30 am
Monster Hits
* 1:00 pm
Monster Hits
* 7:45 pm
Christmas Concert
* Workshops and other events
* 9:00 am
Creative Writing: Making Yourself Heard
* 2:00 pm
Writing a Novel for Publication
* 2:00 pm
Alice Pennefather - Eyes of Others
* 6:15 pm
Norden Lights Youth Theatre Group F

14th December in Maidenhead

* Performances
* 10:30 am
Monster Hits
* 1:00 pm
Monster Hits
* 8:00 pm
Albion Christmas
* Workshops and other events
* 2:00 pm
Alice Pennefather - Eyes of Others

15th December in Maidenhead

* Performances
* 11:00 am
Monster Hits
* 2:00 pm
Monster Hits
* 7:45 pm
Cabaret Night with Helena Blackman
* 8:00 pm
The Singer
* Workshops and other events
* 10:00 am
International Film History: Development, Theory and Analysis
* 10:00 am
Alice Pennefather - Eyes of Others