Thorp Arch Parish Council

Spring is Here!

To mark the first Daffodils and the start of Spring we have a refreshed look for Thorp Arch Parish Council. We have redesigned our logo (BIG thanks to John Pendelton). This month you will find an insert in Causeway Magazine with lots of information on what the Parish Council have achieved this year and their plans for the future to improve the Parish.

We would love you to get involved.

Communities thrive when people get involved, give up their time and come together to take action on the issues they care about. If you think you could lend a hand or want to get more involved get in touch at clerk@thorp-arch. org.uk If you would just like to be kept more informed about what’s happening in the Village (anything from the latest information on bin collections, to updates on COVID or roadworks) then check out our website or sign up to our newsletter at www.thorp-arch.org.uk

Litter Picking Day

The Parish Council would like to say a big Thank-You to the Village Society for organising yet another successful litter picking day. Parish Councillors were delighted to join in and help clear the area of troublesome litter. Chairman John Richardson said: It was heart-warming to see so many residents joining in and working hard to help make Thorp Arch a cleaner environment for us all to live in.

The Parish Council have purchased a number of litter pickers and high-visibility vests, which can be borrowed by residents and community organisations.

Tree Work

A number of trees on The Green are due to undergo some work. The Parish Council have applied for permission to have the work undertaken to ensure the trees remain healthy and create a safe environment in the area and around the Memorial.

From time to time, trees in the Parish may require emergency attention. For example, they may be blocking a road or a pavement. This can be reported directly to Leeds City Council who provide a 24-hour emergency service. If a tree or branch is causing immediate danger to a person or property in a public space, call 0113 868 9929, 8am to 4:30pm, Monday to Thursday and 8am to 4pm, Friday. If the emergency is out of office hours, call 0113 376 0499. You will need to provide: • the exact location of the tree or branch

• a contact name and telephone number • If a tree is causing an immediate danger to highway users, call the Police on 999.