Village News – 19 March 2020

ST. BARTHOLOMEW’S CHURCH

The service on Sunday 22nd March is “Mothering Sunday”, starting at the usual time of 9:15am, and again everyone is welcome.

PARISH COUNCIL VACANCY

Following retirement, Sutton cum Lound Parish Council is seeking to appoint a Clerk and Responsible Financial Officer. The Parish Council is seeking to appoint a new Clerk who can manage the Council’s statutory obligations, organise and record the Council’s activities. The Clerk to the Parish Council will be the Proper Officer of the Council and as such is under a statutory duty to carry out all the functions of this role. The Clerk is also the Responsible Financial Officer and responsible for all financial records of the Council. The Clerk is not required to live in the Parish but will need to attend the meetings held in the Parish, usually on the second Wednesday of the month and the Clerk may also be required to represent the Parish Council at local authority and partner meetings.

The role would ideally suit a candidate from a sound administrative and accountancy background, and previous knowledge of local government administration would be an advantage, although not essential. The applicant should hold the Certificate in Local Council Administration (CiCLA) or be prepared to obtain it within 12 months of commencement. The Parish Council will arrange any in-service training considered appropriate. Hours: Average 7 hours per week flexible (some evening work required). Pay: In accordance with NALC recommended National Pay Scales for Clerks and based upon experience.

For further information and job description or to apply for this post please forward your CV by 12 April 2020 to chair@suttoncumlound.net

MEET THE NEIGHBOURS

Please note the latest information received from the Neighbours Team!

We have had a number of people cancel their places at this month’s get-together due to issues related to the out-break of Covid-19. We have therefore taken the difficult decision to cancel the March Meeting of The Neighbours in an attempt to keep everyone safe and healthy until all the sensationalism calms down and we have a much clearer picture regarding the spread and possible cure for this virus. I know this is disappointing but I’m sure you will all see the reasoning behind it. Hope to see you all fighting fit on 15 April at the usual time.

SUTTON AND BARNBY MOOR W.I.

When the WI members met on Wednesday 18th March 2020 in Sutton Village Hall, this was the groups AGM.   During the evening the election for President took place, presentation of annual reports and nominations for committee members followed. A buffet was provided on the night. Members old and new always welcome! A report will follow when to hand.

CHURCH SERVICE

The service on Sunday 15th March was a “Family Service” at St. Bartholomew’s church. Parishioners were invited to come along and bring the family! The service on this occasion was conducted by Lay Reader Joan Herrington ably assisted by Worship Leader Janet Webb. After a very warm welcome, a reading from the Gospel was narrated by Janet Webb: John:4 5<>42. Intercessions: Joan Herrington. Organist :Geof Webb.

QUIZ NIGHT

If you are a Brain of Britain, Knowledge Lump, a Mastermind, or just a well-informed person, you are more than welcome to come along and try to out-wit the regulars on our village Quiz Night. The quiz continues to take place in the Village Hall every Sunday night, £1.00 entry per person which is paid back as prize money! The bigger the crowd – the bigger the prize! New contestants always welcome. Following the quiz “Play your cards right” – Cash Prize! Can you beat the local teams? Come along and try. 8:00pm start and bar open.