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Minutes of the Meeting of Broughton Community Council on Wednesday 30 June 2026

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Members

Cllr. J Pettigrew (Chair)*

Cllr. C. Williams (Vice Chair)

Councillor C Lovett Councillor Mrs B Parry-Jones

Councillor S. Evans-Turner Councillor F. Derbyshire

Councillor Mrs E Jones Councillor A Lovett*

Cllr. J. Williams* Cllr. N. Williams Cllr. S. Feely Cllr A Hughes* Cllr G. Davies Cllr. S. Billington

Cllr. A. Humphreys* Cllr. M. Chowhdury*

26. APOLOGIES FOR ABSENCE

Ap0logies were received from Cllrs. J. Pettigrew, J. Williams, A. Humphreys, A. Lovett, M. Chowdhury.

All apologies were accepted.

27. PRIDE IN PLACE

The Clerk reminded Members of the details of the Pride In Place Government Initiative, which could result in a grant of £ 44,117.64. The community council had agreed, at its meeting on 30 April 2026 to apply for the grant to purchase play equipment at The Memorial Park, Brynteg, Solway Banks, Southsea and Gatewen Road, New Broughton.

The Clerk informed Members that he had met with six suppliers , all from Wrexham CBC’s Approved Supplier’s List.

Members considered the quotes.

Members agreed to purchase the play equipment from KOMPAN Ltd at a cost of £69,916.40.

28. DELEGATED POWERS

Members agreed to give the Chair and Vice Chair, in conjunction with the Clerk, delegated powers until the September meeting.

Minutes of the Meeting of Broughton Community Council on Wednesday 17 June 2026

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Members

Cllr. J Pettigrew (Chair)

Cllr. C. Williams (Vice Chair)

Councillor C Lovett Councillor Mrs B Parry-Jones

Councillor S. Evans-Turner Councillor F. Derbyshire

Councillor Mrs E Jones Councillor A Lovett

Cllr. J. Williams Cllr. N. Williams Cllr. S. Feely Cllr A Hughes* Cllr G. Davies Cllr. S. Billington

Cllr. A. Humphreys

*Absent

16. APOLOGIES FOR ABSENCE

Apologies were received from Cllr. A. Hughes. The apology was accepted.

17. DECLARATIONS OF PERSONAL INTEREST

None.

18. VACANCY – NEW BROUGHTON WARD

The Clerk reminded Members that two applications had been received, copies of which had been attached to the agenda papers.

A vote was taken and it was agreed that Mr, Mohammed Chowdhury be appointed to the vacancy.

Cllrs. B. Parry-Jones and S. Turner-Evans abstained from the vote.

19. INDEPENDENT REMUNERATION PANEL FOR WALES – MEMBER ALLOWANCES

The Clerk outlined the main proposals in the above report. An allowance of £156 was payable and the Clerk requested Members to complete a form to indicate whether or not they wish to claim it. Local Authority Executive Board Members are not eligible.

20. MINUTES OF THE MEETINGS HELD ON 13 MAY AND 2 JUNE 2026

The minutes of the meeting were accepted as a true and accurate record.

Matters Arising 13 May 2026

Page 2- Appointments to Working Groups / Outside Bodies

It was agreed to delete the Brymbo Heritage group as it no longer exists.

Page 3 – Accounts

The Clerk informed Members that he had submitted the necessary information to the internal auditor.

Page 5 – Xmas Lighting

The Clerk reminded Members that it had been agreed to purchase additional Xmas lamppost motifs. He asked whether Members could provide him with details of the type and locations as soon as possible.

Page 5 – Correspondence

Pentre Broughton Bowling Club

The Clerk updated Members on the current position, having spoken to Mr. Tony Jones from the Bowling Club. Mr. Jones had received a final demand for a water bill, threatening further action if it was not paid.

Cllr. N. Williams stated that he was awaiting a response to an email he had sent to the Leader of Wrexham CBC.

Page 5 – Lamp columns, Holborn Crescent

The Clerk informed Members that he had received a quote from Mega Electrical for three solar powered additional lamp columns.

It was agreed to accept the quote at a cost of £3,960 plus VAT.

Page 6 – Cemetery Top Field

The Clerk informed Members that the top field had now been cut.

Matters Arising – 2 June 2026

Cemetery Container

The Clerk informed Members that he had arranged to meet with a contractor to discuss the cost of the erection of a container at the cemetery.

In addition he had received three quotes for the preparation of plans and a planning application .

It was agreed that Diogel be appointed at a cost of £600 plus VAT.

21. FINANCE

Members agreed income amounting to £5900.00 and payments amounting £12,738.46 respectively in May 2026.

SUMMARY OF INCOME AND EXPENDITURE – MAY 2026

(Payments inc. VAT where Applicable)

Income

Date #Payee Method of Payment Amount £

15 May 2025 Roberts Bros – Burial Fees BACS 5900.00

TOTAL 5900.00

Expenditure

Date Payer Method of Payment Amount £

1 May 2026 Scribe Accounting – Cemetery DD 38.40

1 May 2026 Scribe Accounting – Financial Accounting DD 88.80

4 May 2026 AVOW – May Salaries BACS 2991.28

15 May 2026 Audit Wales -2023-24 Audit Fee BACS 274.00

15 May 2026 Wrexham CAB – Outreach Service BACS 2250.00

15 May 2026 Inst. Cemetery Management – Annual Subscription BACS 110.00

15 May 2026 Wrexham CBC – Safety matting at Solway Banks Play Area BACS 2941.73

15 May 2026 Mega Electrical – Faults Jan to March 2026 BACS 359.00

15 May 2026 Aaron Badrock – Cemetery Grasscutting BACS 1074.00

16 May 2026 Audit Wales – Audit Fee 2019-20 BACS 200.00

16 May 2026 Aaron Badrock – April Cemetery Grasscutting BACS 2148.00

26 May 2026 Grosvenor Garden Centre – Plants – Env Budget (Gwenfro) Visa 233.85

29 May 2026 B & Q – Plants – Env Budget (Gwenfro) Visa 29.40

TOTAL £12,738.46

Bank Balances at 31 May 2026 :

Business Account : £ 179,938.74

Deposit Account : £ 119,286.89

Total : £ 299,225.63

Members also authorised payments to be made amounting to £18,134.57

INVOICES FOR AUTHORISATION- JUNE 2026 MEETING

(Available for Inspection)

Invoice Date Supplier Amount

31 May 2026 Mega Electrical – Replace Concrete

Street Lighting Columns £ 3,948.00

3 June 2026 Drax – Energy Costs – April & May 2026 £ 2,202.61

10 June 2026 Wrexham CBC – Play Area Inspection & Maint.

– April to Sept 2026 £ 8,269.96

13 June 2026 JDH Business Services – Internal audit Fee

– 2025-26 £ 732.00

15 June 2026 Aaron’s Services – Cemetery Grasscutting

inc. Top Field – May and June 2026 £ 2,982.00

TOTAL £ 18,134.57

Finance – Internal Auditor’s Report

The Clerk informed Members that he had received the Internal Auditor’s Report and had prepared an Action Plan in response. A copy of both were attached to the agenda papers. Members agreed the report and gave authority for the Clerk to submit the report, together with other required information to Audit Wales.

22. PRIDE IN PLACE IMPACT FUND

The Clerk updated Members on the current position relating to the quotes and the application.

It was agreed to meet on 30 June 2026 to look at the quotes and to agree on a contractor.

23. PLANNING APPLICATIONS

None.

24. CORRESPONDENCE

· Email from Linda Wheat (Crafty Ladeez Group) expressing disappointment that the request for a donation had been turned down – Noted.

· Request for a donation towards the Palace Day Centre Garden Development Project.

It was agreed to donate £500.

· Request for donation towards an event organised by the Wrexham Bangladeshi Education, Religious, Welfare and Cultural Association, to be held at Belle Vue Park.

Due to the fact that it is not an event taking place in the Broughton community it was felt that no donation be made.

· An application for a wooden bench to be installed in the new section of the cemetery had been received.

A Member stated that the council had previously agreed that no benches be placed in that section. The Clerk said that he would attempt to find the minute which referred to this.

Cllrs. C. Williams and N. Williams had declared a personal and prejudicial interest as being related to the applicant and left the meeting for that item.

Members agreed to refuse the request, pending further information.

· An email from Carla Hinde, Wrexham CBC, outlining the requirements for installing play equipment at the identified sites. – Noted.

· An email from Wrexham CBC informing the community council of an audit of salt bins across the county borough – Noted.

· An email from Ian Pope, Rainbow Foundation, informing the community council that Claire Partridge, our Community Agent, was leaving due to the ending of funding.

The Clerk was asked to contact Ms. Partridge, thanking her for her service.

· An email from Richard Thomas, Wrexham CBC Youth Service, informing Members that a six week intervention period was in place due to increased anti-social behaviour. It was felt that Wrexham CBC could do more through the Parents’ Housing Tenancy Agreement – Noted.

· A schedule from Mega Electrical of the three yearly inspection of the street lighting columns. None had been identified as requiring immediate attention. – Noted.

25. MEMBER REPORTS

· A request for a donation for a community event being arranged by the Glanrafon Residents’ Association.

It was agreed to create an annual budget of £250 per ward for such events.

· Cllrs. B. Parry-Jones and C. Lovett agreed to replant the containers at the cemetery.

Minutes of the Meeting of Broughton Community Council on Wednesday 13 May 2026

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Members

Cllr. F. Derbyshire (Chair)

Cllr. J. Pettigrew (Vice Chair)

Councillor C Lovett*                      Councillor Mrs B Parry-Jones

Councillor A. Humphries             Councillor A. Hughes      

Councillor S. Evans -Turner       Councillor Mrs E Jones  

Councillor C Williams                   Councillor A Lovett*                                       

Cllr. J. Williams                               Cllr. N. Williams

Cllr. S. Feely                                    Cllr. S. Billington

Cllr. G. Davies

*Absent

  1. APPOINTMENT OF CHAIR

It was agreed that Cllr J. Pettigrew be appointed as Chair for the coming year.

Cllr. F Derbyshire was thanked for his term of office as Chair.

  • APPOINTMENT OF VICE CHAIR

It was agreed that Cllr. C. Williams serve as Vice Chair for the coming year.

3. CHAIR’S ALLOWANCE

It was agreed that the Chair be paid an allowance of £300 for the coming year.

4. APOLOGIES FOR ABSENCE 

Apologies for absence had been received from  C. Lovett and A. Lovett. Both  apologies were accepted.

     5. DECLARATIONS OF PERSONAL INTEREST

None.

    6. SCHEDULE OF MEETINGS 2026/27

    The Clerk had circulated a proposed schedule as part of the agenda papers.

    He proposed that the June meeting be put back one week until 17 June, which will   

  hopefully do away with the need for an additional meeting  later in the month to    

 consider the Internal Auditor’s report..

    Similarly he proposed that the December meeting be put back until 16 December   

    to allow for the preparation of information to assist in agreeing the 2026/2027 

    Precept.    

Members agreed the dates.   

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7. APPOINTMENT OF REPRESENTATIVES TO WORKING GROUPS/ OUTSIDE BODIES

(i)   Brynteg Primary School Governing Body                                        –   Cllr. S. Feely              

(ii)  Ysgol Penrhyn Governing Body                                                        –   Cllr. C. Lovett

(iii)  Black Lane School Governing Body                                                –   Cllr. F. Derbyshire

(iv) Brymbo Heritage Group                                                                    – Cllr. S. Williams MBE

– Cllr. B. Parry-Jones

(v) Cemetery Working Group                                                                   –  Cllr. S. Feely

–  Cllr. E. Jones

                                                                                                               –  Cllr. A. Lovett

                                                                                                                     –  Cllr. N. Williams

                                                                                                                     –  Cllr. C. Williams

                                                                                                                     –  Cllr. B. Parry-Jones

                                                                                                                     – Cllr. F. Derbyshire

(vi) Events Working Group   – It was agreed to invite all Members to this group.

(vii) Street Lighting Working Group                                                               – Cllr. B. Parry- Jones

– Cllr. C. Lovett

                                                                                                                             – Cllr. S Feely

                                                                                                                             – Cllr. A. Hughes

                                                                                                                             – Cllr. N. Williams

                                                                                                                             – Cllr. Pettigrew

                                                                                                                             – Cllr. J. Williams

(viii) Youth Provision Working Group

It was agreed to delete this group.                                                              

8. MINUTES OF THE MEETING HELD ON 8 April 2026

The minutes were accepted as a true and accurate record.

Matters arising

Page 1 – Vacancy

The Clerk informed Members that he had been informed that no election would be required. He would therefore advertise for the vacancy to be filled through co-option.

Page 3 – Planning Application, Bryn Hyfryd, Cleyton Road, Pentre Broughton

The Clerk informed Members that he had reported Member objections to Wrexham CBC Planning Department.

Page 4 – Meeting with Planning Officer

The Clerk informed Members that he was not aware on a meeting haven taken place.

9. ACCOUNTS – 1 APRIL 2025 TO 31 MARCH 2026

The Clerk presented the accounts to Members, reminding them that this was the first year of using the Scribe Accounting system.

He outlined the main details of the accounts and answered Member questions :

  • A Member queried whether there was a need to include items with a value of less than £500 on the Asset Register or could such items be written off after 3 years.

Members agreed the accounts and authorised the Clerk to submit them to the Internal Auditor.

SUMMARY OF INCOME AND EXPENDITURE  – APRIL 2026

(Payments inc. VAT where Applicable)

Members agreed to income and expenditure amounting to £63,273.33 and                  £14,291.20respectively.                                                                                     

SUMMARY OF INCOME AND EXPENDITURE  – APRIL 2026

(Payments inc. VAT where Applicable)

Income

Date#PayeeMethod of PaymentAmount £
7 April 2025Wrexham CBCCR63,273.33
TOTAL 63,273.33

Expenditure

DatePayerMethod of PaymentAmount £
1 April 2026Argos – EquipmentVisa236.00
1 April 2026Scribe Accounting –  Accounting SoftwareDD127.20
7 April 2026AVOW – April SalariesBACS3,016.26
9 April  2026SSE  – February EnergyDD1410.68
9 April 2026One Voice Wales – Annual SubscriptionBACS1279.00
9 April 2026Mega Electrical – 3 Solar Lighting Columns, School LaneBACS3.960.00
13 April 2026Mega Electrical – Replace Damaged Column Bersham Road, New BroughtonBACS2,921.03
21 April 2026SSE – March Energy CostsDD1,341.03
TOTAL                                                                                                                                        £ 14,291.20

Bank Balances at 30 April 2026 :

Business Account : £ 179,977.14

Deposit Account :    £ 119,289.89

Total :                        £ 299,267.03

Members also authorised the Clerk to make payments amounting to  £9,356.73

INVOICES FOR AUTHORISATION

                                                MAY 2026 MEETING

(Copies Available for Inspection)

14 July 2025             Audit Wales – Audit Fees 2019-20                                   £   200.00

23 July 2025             Audit Wales- Audit Fees 2023-24                                     £   274.00

1 Jan 2026                Citizen’s Advice – Quarter 4 Invoice                                £ 2250.00

30 Mar 2026              Aaron’s Services – March Cemetery Grasscutting        £ 1074.00

1 April 2026               Inst. Of Cemetery Management – Annual Subscription £  110.00

7 April 2026               Wrexham CBC – Replace Safety Meeting at                 

                                    Solway Banks                                                                       £2941.73

17 April 2026            Mega Electrical – Fault Repairs, Jan-Mar 2026             £  359.00

1 May 2026               Aaron’s Services – April Cemetery Grasscutting

– 2 cuts                                                                                   £ 2148.00

TOTAL                                                                                                                      £9,356.73     

10. PRIDE IN PLACES GRANT  

The Clerk reminded Members that they had met on 22 April 2026 to consider consultation responses.

10 responses were received in total :

  • One for a play area in Lodge.
  • One for raised vegetable beds at Brynteg tennis courts.
  • Three for the creation of a football pitch on Gatewen.
  • One to refurbish Brynteg tennis courts.
  • Four for additional play equipment at Gatewen.

                                                      

Members agreed to continue with the original intention to use the grant to purchase additional play equipment at Brynteg Memorial Park, Solway Banks and possible Gatewen Road. Potentially additional funding from balances could be added to the grant amount.

11. Xmas Lighting

The Clerk reminded Members that a decision had been taken to include a figure of £10,000 in the 2026/27 Precept to purchase additional Xmas lamppost lights. The Clerk reminded Members that this amount would include a one off cost of approximately £350  per lamp column for an electrical transformer and there would be additional ongoing costs for erection, dismantling, storage etc each year.

It was agreed to allocate up to £2,500 per ward.

Members were requested to identify the type of lights, locations etc in readiness for the June meeting.

12. EMPLOYMENT OF HANDYPERSON

 It was agreed thar a Working Group of Cllrs. J. Pettigrew,  J. Willliams, A. Humphreys, S. Billington,  F. Derbyshire, S. Feeley, E. Jones, G. Davies and N. Williams be created, with a meeting to be held on 2 June 2026 at 6.30 pm.

13. PLANNING APPLICATIONS

None.

14. CORRESPONDENCE

  • An email from the  Crafty Ladeez Craft Group requesting a donation of £520 for the annual cost of hiring a room at Brynteg Memorial Hall for fortnightly meetings. Members felt that, with only 11 members and the fact that  there are numerous other such groups in the community, the community council would have to decline the request.
  • An email from Wrexham CBC stating that the bowls pavilion was not part  of its asset portfolio and therefore it had no responsibility for maintenance, water charges etc.                                                                                                    Cllr. N. Williams would take up the issue the Wrexham CBC Council Leader.

15. MEMBER REPORTS

  • A request on behalf of Glanrafon Residents Association for a donation. It was agreed to discuss it further at the next meeting.
  • Graffiti in Southsea. The use of an artist to paint over the graffiti was considered but it is likely that the cost would be unrealistic. The community council would need permission to remove it or paint over it.
  • The website requires updating in terms of Member photos.
  • The Clerk was asked to obtain a quote for solar lamp columns, similar to those on School Lane, for Holborn Crescent, Brynteg.

  • Members were informed that the WCBC weedkiller spraying was twice per year.
  • An Environmental Day was to be held in the Gwenfro Ward.
  • The field adjoining the cemetery needs to be cut. The Clerk would contact the grasscutters to request that they cut it next time they cut the cemetery.
  • Concern about the condition of WCBC owned hedges, particularly on Rockwood Road, Holborn Crescent,  Quarry Road and Gatewen Road.
  • Dangerous car parking on Wrexham Road , Brynteg, on the humpback crossing on Gatewen Road, New Broughton and in Ffordd Powell, New Broughton.
  • The new solar lights on School Lane, New Broughton do not stay on long enough. The Clerk would raise the issue with the street lighting contractor.
  • Extra police presence on Darby Road, Brynteg due to increased anti-social behaviour.
  • A revised Code of Conduct had been produced by Wrexham CBC. It was agreed that the community council adopts the new guidance.

Minutes of the Meeting of Broughton Community Council on Wednesday 8 April 2026on Wednesday 8 April 2026

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Members

Cllr. F. Derbyshire (Chair)*

Cllr. J Pettigrew (Vice Chair)

Councillor C Lovett                       Councillor Mrs B Parry-Jones

Councillor S. Evans-Turner       Councillor T Alan Edwards*

Councillor Mrs E Jones*              Councillor C Williams*                 

Councillor A Lovett                         Cllr. J. Williams

Cllr. N. Williams*                             Cllr. S. Feely

Cllr A Hughes                                 Cllr G. Davies*

Cllr. S. Billington                            Cllr. A. Humphreys

*Absent

In the absence of the Chair it was agreed that Cllr. J. Pettigrew, the Vice Chair, would chair the meeting.

The Chair welcomed Cllr. A. Humphreys to the meeting.

108. APOLOGIES FOR ABSENCE  

Apologies were received from Cllrs. A. Edwards G. Davies, F. Derbyshire, E. Jones, C. Williams and N. Williams. All apologies were accepted.

109. DECLARATIONS OF PERSONAL INTEREST

Cllrs.  S. Billington and A. Humpries declared a personal and prejudicial interest in relation the Pride in Place grant as members of Brymbo Lodge Football Club.

110. RESIGNATIONS

The Clerk informed Members that he had received email from Cllr. A. Edwards, informing him that he was resigning.

The Clerk was requested that he thank Cllr. Edwards on behalf of Members for his service to the community both as a community councillor and as a County Borough Councillor.

The Clerk requested to put in place the necessary arrangements to advertise the vacancy.

111. MINUTES OF THE MEETING HELD ON 11 MARCH 2026

The minutes of the meeting were accepted as a true and accurate record.

Matters Arising

Page 1 – Cemetery

Cllr. Billington had been to the cemetery and cleared the paths. Members thanked him for his work.

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In addition the Clerk informed Members that their decision to increase the fees to £1500 for re-opening a grave for non-residents would mean that, technically, purchasers would be paying twice for purchasing the plot.

Members reviewed their decision and agreed to revert back to previous £750 fee.

112. FINANCE

Members agreed income amounting to £22,296.45 and payments amounting to £32,231.43 respectively in March.

SUMMARY OF INCOME AND EXPENDITURE  – MARCH 2026

(Payments inc. VAT where Applicable)

SUMMARY OF INCOME AND EXPENDITURE  – MARCH 2026

(Payments inc. VAT where Applicable)

Income             

DatePayeeMethod of PaymentAmount £
6 March 2026HMRC – VAT Refund 2024-25CR19,869.73
6 March 2026HSBC – InterestINT       426.72
26 March 2026S. Price Memorials – Headstone feesBACS   2,000.00 
TOTAL 22,296.45

Expenditure

DatePayerMethod of PaymentAmount£
2 March 2026Scribe – Accounting & Cemetery System – March 2026DD         127.20
9 March 2026AVOW – March SalariesBACS     3,016.28
12 March 2026Wrexham CBC – Play Sessions 2024-25BACS16,049.54
12 March 2026Hafren Dyfrwdy – Cemetery Water – April 2026 – March 2027BACS          412.39
16 March 2026Wrexham CBC – Youth Sessions 2024-25BACS   11,275.02
16 March 2026Broughton Church – Grasscutting DonationBACS         750.00
17 March 2026Ysgol Penrhyn – Defibrillator PadBACS        122.40
17 March 2026Black Lane School – DonationBACS        200.00
23 March 2026B & Q – Hanging Baskets & CompostVisa           41.00
31 March 2026Defib Store – Defibrillator PadsVisa        237.60
TOTAL                                                                                                                                        £ 32,231.43

Bank Balances at 31 March 2026 :

Business Account : £ 130,995.03

Deposit Account :    £ 119,286.89

Total :                        £ 250,281.92

Members also authorised payments to be made amounting to £ £ 9,570.71.

INVOICES FOR AUTHORISATION

APRIL 2026 MEETING

(Copies Available for Inspection)

20 March 2026         Mega Electrical – 3 Solar Lights on School

Lane, Southsea                                                       £ 3,960.00

20 March 2026         Mega Electrical – Replace damaged column

                                    on Bersham Road, New Broughton                     £ 2,921.03

26 March 2026         SSE – February Energy Bill                                   £1,410.68

1 April 2026               One Voice Wales  – Annual Membership            £ 1,279.00

TOTAL                                                                                                          £ 9,570.71                            

113. PRIDE IN COMMUNITIES IMPACT FUND

The Clerk informed Members that a consultation process informing the public of the community council’s initial decision to spend the above grant on additional play equipment, the closing date being 21 April 2026.

It was agreed that Members meet on Wednesday 22 April 2026 at 7 pm via Teams to consider the consultation responses before a final decision is taken.

114. PLANNING APPLICATIONS

P/2025/0817 – Application for the erection of a dwelling at Bryn Hyfryd, Clayton Road, Pentre Broughton

Members considered the application and agreed to oppose it on the following grounds :

  • Access
  • Overdevelopment
  • Traffic / visibility issues

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The Clerk would pass on Member concerns to the Wrexham CBC Planning Department.

115. CORRESPONDENCE

  • Email from Wrexham CBC informing Members that schools had been invited design a sign re. dog fouling.
  • Email from Matthew Phillps explaining why there are no Section 106 monies available for off-site contributions for the two housing developments in New Broughton. Members were unhappy with the explanation. It was agreed that the Wrexham County Borough councillor arrange a meeting with Mr. Phillips to express the community council concerns and report back to the community council.

116. MEMBER REPORTS

  • Concern that rubbish is blowing off the housing development and signage is inadequate. In addition there appears to be unsafe working practices.
  • There is again graffiti on the Southsea Road flyover.

Minutes of the Meeting of Broughton Community Council on Wednesday 11 February 2026

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Minutes of the Meeting of Broughton Community Council

on Wednesday 12 February 2025

Members

Cllr. K. Jones (Chair)

Cllr. F. Derbyshire (Vice Chair)

Councillor C Lovett                       Councillor Mrs B Parry-Jones

Councillor N Davies                     Councillor T Alan Edwards                    

Councillor Mrs S Williams MBE*Councillor Mrs E Jones  

Councillor C Williams                   Councillor A Lovett                                       

Councillor T Williams*                  Cllr. J. Pettigrew

Cllr. J. Williams                               Cllr. N. Williams

Cllr. K. Robinson                           Cllr. S. Feely

*Absent

83. RESIGNATIONS

The Clerk informed Members that he had received resignations from K. Jones and K. Robinson. Members reluctantly accepted the resignations.

The Clerk was requested to write to both of them to thank them for their service.

The Clerk was also requested to put the necessary processes in place to advertise the vacancies.

It was agreed that Cllr. F. Derbyshire be appointed as Chair, with the decision on the Vice Chair being deferred until the Annual Meeting in May.

84. APOLOGIES FOR ABSENCE / DECLARATIONS OF PERSONAL INTEREST

Apologies were received from  T. Williams, and S. Williams.. All apologies were accepted.

However the Clerk informed Members that Cllr. T. Williams  had not been to a meeting for over six months.

Given her current personal circumstances Members agreed to defer the issue until the Annual Meeting in May.

85.  DECLARATIONS OF PERSONAL INTEREST

None.

86. PCSO REPORT

Members considered the January 2025 monthly report, with the following points being raised :

  • Concern about the level of youth anti-social behaviour in the area. PCSO Jones informed Members that it appeared youths from Caia Park and Rhos were targeting the area.
  • Members were asked to identify three priorities. These were  community engagement, illegal parking and youth behaviour.

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  • A Member informed the PCSO that the local police had been given a speed gun which, presumably, they still had. The PCSO stated that she would make enquiries.
  • Members expressed concern once again that issues they were either aware of or had reported personally did not appear in the report. PCSO Jones informed Members that the reporting format was being reviewed. Members hoped that the new reports would be more accurate, comprehensive, identify more clearly actions taken and the location of road traffic collisions.

PCSO Lowri Jones was thanked for her attendance.

87. MINUTES OF THE MEETING HELD ON 15 JANUARY 2025

The minutes were accepted as a true and accurate record.

Matters Arising  

Page 1 – Community Agent

The Clerk informed Members that a meeting of the trustees of Community House had not yet taken place.

Page 4 – Planning Applications

The Clerk informed Members that he had submitted a response to the planning application P/2025/0004 (Pat’s Coaches).

Page 5 – Bus Shelter

The Clerk and the local County Borough Member were both still awaiting a response from Wrexham County Borough Council.

Page 5 – Bellway Homes

The local County Borough Council Members informed other Members the decision to allow a layby / additional temporary entrance had been taken by WCBC Planning Officers under delegated powers. However other Members felt that this constitutes a major alteration to the planning application.

The local County Borough Council Member stated that she would request further clarification.

88. FINANCE

Risk Assessment Report

The Clerk presented the report highlighting that it contained both the financial risks and controls and the main service risks. Whilst Members accepted the report a request was made to include an additional risk relating to the need to  back up the cemetery registers in some way.

The Clerk would make enquiries as to available options.

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Members agreed income amounting to and payments amounting to £250.00 and  £ 17,757. 47  respectively.

SUMMARY OF INCOME AND EXPENDITURE  – JANUARY 2025

(Payments inc. VAT where Applicable)Income –

DatePayeeMethod of Payment  Amount £
20 Jan 2025Buckley Memorials – Headstone FeeCR250.00
TOTAL                                                                                                                                        250.00

Expenditure

DatePayerMethod of Payment  Amount £
12 Jan 2025AVOW – January SalariesBACS2729.34
19 Jan 2025B. Parry-Jones – Reimbursement for batteriesBACS        8.00
19 Jan 2025Memsafe – Headstone RepairsBACS4305.60
19 Jan 2025Wrexham CBC – Playground Insp. & Maint – Oct 2024 to March 2025BACS7962.18
19 Jan 2025Pretty Greenery – Bowling Club  Hedge cuttingBACS  800.00
19 Jan 2025Mega Electrical – Street lighting repairs Oct to Dec 2024BACS  691.78
22 Jan 2025SSE – Dec Energy CostsDD1255.57
25 Jan 2025HSBC – Bank ChargesDR        5.00
    
                                                      TOTAL                                                                            17,757. 47

Bank Balances at 31 January 2024 :

Business Account : £ 146,064.14

Deposit Account :    £ 116,880.69

Total :                        £ 262,944.83  

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Members also authorised the Clerk to make payments amounting to                   £  9,030.84           

INVOICES FOR AUTHORISATION

                                    FEBRUARY 2025 MEETING

(Copies Available for Inspection)

16 Jan 2025              TWM – Speed sign , Forge Road, Southsea         £ 2,814.00

21 Jan 2025              Blue Ribbon Solutions (formerly Landscapers

                                    That Care) – Weedkiller on paths, cutting rough

 area  and hedge cutting)                                          £    990.00

23 Jan 2025              Mega Electrical – Remove & Store Xmas Lights   £ 3,465.00

23 Jan 2025              Defib Store – Defibrillator for Pleasant View          £ 1,641.84

28 Jan 2025              Mega Electrical – Repairs to damaged

Xmas Lights                                                                   £  120.00

TOTAL                                                                                                             £ 9,030.84                                                                                                                                                      

89. YOUTH PROVISION – 2025/26 SERVICE LEVEL AGREEMENT

Members reflected on the proposed Service Level Agreement for 2025-26, with the following comments being raised :

  • Members still felt that losing a full hour for preparing and packing up out of  a total three hour session was excessive and felt that a half hour should be adequate.
  • Consideration be given to replacing one youth session with more detached working.
  • The Clerk would obtain  quotes for installing a concrete base and ancillary work for a container to be sited at Solway Banks.
  • A review of the service to be undertaken in September 2025 prior to consideration of the service for 2026-27.

The Clerk was given authority to pay the 2024/25 invoice amounting to £32,495.01.

90. PLANNING APPLICATIONS

P/2025/0074 – Change of Use of Existing Commercial Office to Residential Use at Yew Tree Cottage, Church Road, Southsea , LL11 5PG

Noted.

P/2025/0060 – Single Storey Front Extension and Erection of Porcha, Smithy Road, Southsea LL11 6PN

Noted.

91. CORRESPONDENCE.

  • The Clerk shared details of an initiative from Keep Britain Tidy relating to posters aimed at reducing dog fouling.

Members agreed to purchase the package at a cost of £1600.

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  • Details of the National Joint Council Pay Award, applicable from 1 April 2024 – Agreed.
  • Compulsory survey from the Office of National Statistics  to be completed quarterly, in relation to employee vacancies.

The Clerk was requested to complete it.

  • The Clerk informed Members that he had received confirmation that the owner of the original bench at the cemetery was willing to allow a new bench to be installed.
  • The Play Area Inspection and Maintenance Service Level Agreement for 2025-26 at a cost of  £13537.30 plus VAT.  – Members agreed to renew the SLA.

92. MEMBER REPORTS

  • A Member reported that some branches were blocking the new speed sign on Forge Road, Southsea. A Member stated he would get them cut back.
  • In addition the speed sign on Southsea Road is not working. The Clerk stated that it had been reported but he would report it again.
  • A Member queried why the speed sign on Broughton Road, Lodge had not been converted to mains. The Clerk stated he would check.
  • Click and Collect boxes have been installed at the junction of Westminster Road and Wrexham Road, allegedly without planning permission, which is causing parking and traffic problems. It had been reported.
  • A Member asked for an update  in relation to the replacement lamp column on Windsor Road, New Broughton. The Clerk stated that he had spoken to Mega Electrical and they were waiting for permission from Wrexham CBC to close off the road.
  • A meeting of the Street Lighting Working Group needs to be arranged in the near future.
  • The Clerk stated that the annual subscription to the SLCC was due.  Members agreed to its renewal.

Signed  …………………………………… (Chair)

Date …………………………

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Minutes of the Meeting of Broughton Community Council on Wednesday 14 March 2026

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Minutes of the Meeting of Broughton Community Council

on Wednesday 12 March 2025

Members

Cllr. F. Derbyshire (Chair)

Councillor C Lovett                       Councillor Mrs B Parry-Jones*

Councillor N Davies                     Councillor T Alan Edwards                    

Councillor Mrs S Williams MBE Councillor Mrs E Jones  

Councillor C Williams                   Councillor A Lovett                                       

Councillor T Williams*                  Cllr. J. Pettigrew

Cllr. J. Williams                               Cllr. N. Williams

Cllr. S. Feely

*Absent

93. APOLOGIES FOR ABSENCE  

Apologies were received from  T. Williams, and  Parry-Jones. Both  apologies were accepted.

94.  DECLARATIONS OF PERSONAL INTEREST

None.

95. BELLWAY HOMES HOUSING DEVELOPMENT, GATEWEN ROAD, NEW BROUGHTON

As there were members of the public in attendance  specifically for this issue it  was  agreed that this item be brought forward.

A planning proposal had been submitted to Wrexham County Borough Council by the developer for a second temporary entrance to the site.

The general consensus was that the community council oppose the application on the following  grounds :

The Planning Department  had concluded that, due to the fact that it is only a temporary access during construction, that public consultation is not required and the decision can be taken under delegated powers. 

  • Given the negative impact that the development is already having on residents and the additional impact a temporary entrance would have the community council strongly disagrees with this view.
  • It was felt that such an approach by Wrexham County Borough Council greatly benefits the developers but at the expense of local residents. The community council feels that this is a totally inappropriate approach.
  • The community council’s understanding is that a temporary entrance should only be in operation for a number of months. It is likely that  this development could take up to four years to complete. 

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  • Gatewen Road is relatively narrow. There is already a layby quite close to the proposed second entrance, with cars regularly parking there and also cars legally parked on the other side of the road. This results in there being no      clear splay. It is therefore totally unsuitable for a second entrance.  In addition there is a crossing used by pedestrians near to the proposed entrance which is heavily used by children and parents walking to and from the nearby school and by dog owners and children wanting to use the nearby play area and MUGA.
  • Gatewen Road and the nearby Dale Road, which would also see a significant increase in traffic, is a prime walking route for children and parents to the nearby school. It would appear no consideration has been given to the dangers that such a proposal would create.
  • Very soon another development on Berse Road, the other main thoroughfare through the village, is likely to start. This will further exacerbate the current problems, even without the temporary entrance. 
  • Bellway Homes are vastly experienced in developing such sites and should have foreseen such problems.
  • The community council is extremely disappointed that the Highways Department has not been consulted, given the issues which may result from a second entrance.  
  • The community council would therefore request a site meeting with Officers from the Highways and Planning Department.

It was agreed therefore that the Clerk write to both the Head of Planning and Head of Environment to notify Wrexham CBC of the concerns.

96. YOUTH PROVISION

The Chair welcomed Mr. Gareth Stacey, Manager of Youth Provision at Wrexham CBC, to the meeting.

The following points were raised:

  • Concerns about the value for money of the youth provision in Broughton, given the relatively low number of attendees and the fact that there seemed to be no impact on levels of anti-social behaviour.
  • In addition Members had serious concerns about the amount of setting up time and putting equipment away. This was perceived as nonproductive time. Does it require all three staff to be involved in this ?

Mr. Stacey pointed out that this time was important and valuable in ensuring the delivery of quality services and that this was the delivery model used across the County Borough. He also pointed out that such time ensured that plans could be developed to ensure that provision is in line with what those attending actually wanted. In terms of attendance the target of 12 youths/children per session was the target used across the County Borough and was being achieved. Approximately 750 youths will have attended sessions this year.

  • Mr, Stacey also stated the relation between the youths and staff was unique and not the same as, say, a PCSO.

Mr. Stacey was thanked for his attendance.

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Further discussion then took place.

It was agreed :

That  the Clerk be given authority to sign the Service Level Agreement at the proposed cost. However that one youth session be utilised for detached youth work.

In addition it was agreed to defer the decision on the siting of a container until a review of the service is undertaken in September 2025.

97. VACANCY

The Clerk informed Members that only application had been received for the vacancy.

It was agreed that Ms. Lisa Speed be appointed.

98. PCSO REPORT – Noted.

99. MINUTES OF THE MEETING HELD ON 12 FEBRUARY 2025

The minutes were accepted as a true and accurate record.

Matters Arising  

Page 2 – Community Agent

Members were informed that some monies had been allocated but there were still additional funds available for use by the community agent. Discussions were continuing amongst the Community House trustees.

Page 2 -Bus Shelter

The Clerk informed Members that Wrexham CBC had informed him that they was a waiting list for shelters and that the offer of a community council contribution would not affect that decision.

Page 2 – Back up Cemetery Registers

The Clerk informed Members that information relating to 1600 of the 1800 burials in the registers had been backed up on an Excel Spreadsheet.

He had received quotes of between £2000 and £3000 to photograph and back up the actual registers themselves.

It was agreed to review this further at in the future.

Page 5 – Speed Sign, Broughton Road, Lodge

The Clerk informed Members that the speed sign had already been converted to mains.

98. FINANCE

Members agreed income amounting to and payments amounting to £3,450 and  £ 14,319.55  respectively.

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SUMMARY OF INCOME AND EXPENDITURE  – FEBRUARY 2025

(Payments inc. VAT where Applicable)

Income –

DatePayeeMethod of Payment  Amount £
19 Feb 2025Roberts Bros – Burial FeesBACS3450.00
    
TOTAL                                                                                                                                         3,450.00

Expenditure

DatePayerMethod of Payment  Amount £
5 Feb 2025Information Commissioner – Annual RegistrationVisa40.00
10 Feb 2025AVOW – February salariesBACS3,696.25
15 Feb 2025TWM – Speed Sign at Forge Road, SouthseaBACS2,814.00
15 Feb 2025Adam Badrock – Cemetery WorkBACS990.00
15 Feb 2025Mega Electrical – Removal and Storage of Xmas LightsBACS3,465.00
15 Feb 2025Defib Sore -Defibrillator for Pleasant View, Pentre BroughtonBACS1,641.84
15 Feb 2025SLCC – Annual subscriptionBACS190.00
17 Feb 2025Timpson – Office KeysBACS21.90
24 Feb 2025SSE – January 2025 Energy BillDD1,255.57
25 Feb 2025HSBC – Bank ChargesCHG5.00
26 Feb 2025McAfee -Annual SubscriptionVisa79.99
27 Feb 2025Mega Electrical – Remove damage Xmas LightsBACS120.00
                                                      TOTAL                                                                             14,319.55                                      

Bank Balances at 28 February 2025 :

Business Account : £ 135,194.59

Deposit Account :    £ 116,880.69

Total :                        £ 252,075.28

Members also authorised the Clerk to make payments amounting to                   £  9,030.84

INVOICES FOR AUTHORISATION

                                    FEBRUARY 2025 MEETING

(Copies Available for Inspection)

16 Jan 2025              TWM – Speed sign , Forge Road, Southsea         £ 2,814.00

21 Jan 2025              Blue Ribbon Solutions (formerly Landscapers

                                    That Care) – Weedkiller on paths, cutting rough

 area  and hedge cutting)                                          £    990.00

23 Jan 2025              Mega Electrical – Remove & Store Xmas Lights   £ 3,465.00

23 Jan 2025              Defib Store – Defibrillator for Pleasant View          £ 1,641.84

28 Jan 2025              Mega Electrical – Repairs to damaged

Xmas Lights                                                                   £  120.00

TOTAL                                                                                                             £ 9,030.84                                                                                     

Financial Regulations

The Clerk presented a report relating to the Council’s Financial Regulations.

Members agreed the regulations.

Investment Strategy

The Clerk presented a report relating to the Council’s Investment Strategy.

Members accepted the strategy.

Statement of Internal Controls                                                                              

The Clerk presented a report relating to the Council’s Statement of Internal Controls

Members accepted the report.  

The Clerk reminded Members that they nee to review the cemetery fees for the coming year

It was agreed to leave the fees as the same as the previous year.

100. PLANNING APPLICATIONS

P/2025/0056 – Formation of Vehicular Access at 53 Bryn Hedd, Southsea

Noted.

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P/2024/1297 – Section 78 Appeal at 34 Millfields, New Broughton 

Noted.  

101. CORRESPONDENCE.

  • Letter from SSE informing of changes to unmetered street lighting

supply charges – Noted.

  • Quote from JDP Landscaping for a concrete base for the proposed container. As it had now been agreed not to proceed with the container at this stage it was noted.
  • Details of the recommendations from the Independent Remuneration Panel for 2025/26.

It was agreed not to pay Members a sum of £52 for the office consumables. However Members could claim by providing actual receipts.

The Clerk was requested to complete the questionnaire on behalf of the community council.

  • A request from the Church for a donation towards grasscutting costs.

An amount of £500 was agreed.

102. MEMBER REPORTS

  • Concerns that the fencing which was put in place around the sink hole on Solway Banks was now dangerous.
  • It was pointed out that names on the Mayor’s Ribbon of Office had not be updated since 2006/2007.

The Clerk was asked to try and identify those who had served as Chair since that date and to obtain quotes for a new ribbon and tags.

  • It was agreed that the Clerk be authorised to obtain a quote for wind turbine / solar powered streetlights for the corner of Heritage Way and Bersham Road and on Southsea Road.

Signed  …………………………………… (Chair)

Date …………………………

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