Articles

Mary J Orton (on behalf of Last Minute Theatre) 

At least one person spotted the error in the hymn quoted in last month’s column. It is, of course, ‘Faithful One, so unchanging” not ‘Faithless One.’ Did you spot the error?

During the last weekend of November and the first weekend of December, MSTC and KTC performed the Playsical ‘For One Night Only’. Written by Ella Wright, who also directed, starred and choreographed the show. She doesn’t get out much! Featuring great show tunes, excellent choreography and, some jaw dropping vocal performances. We certainly kept our audiences entertained and have been very gratified by the wonderful feedback.

The parish council’s monthly public meeting was held on 28th November in the Studio at the Kibworth Community Hub.

Procedural –The minutes of the meeting on 24 October were approved.

Finances. All financial statements, reconciliations and payments were approved. It was resolved to approve the Electoral Split between the two Kibworth Parish Councils for 2024/25 as KBPC 66%, KHPC 34%. It was resolved to agree to increase the daily HSBC online banking payments limit to £10,000.

Chairman’s Report. It was agreed to approve the first draft of the Parish Action Plan and arrange a group meeting with councillors in a few months’ time.

Kibworth High School Foundation Trust - LCC have asked us to hold off enquiries for now as they are liaising with the Academy Governance team to understand their position on the proposals.

Clerk’s Report – The two Chairmen from both Kibworth Parish Councils have signed the transfer of the hedge behind Dairy Way to the parish councils. Anti-slip surfacing and new steps, but not a DDA compliant ramp, are proposed for the Tin Bridge from March 2024. The Parish Council agreed to support the Scouts for their project to tidy up and plant new hedging for the A93 from Fleckney Road to Smeeton Road Rec.

Planning. Plans for a new house on Gladstone Street (23/01441/FUL) have been withdrawn. New proposals for 4 Station Street (22/00814/FUL) were discussed and include six one bedroomed flats and four two-bedroomed bungalows and agreed to support the plans.

Kibworth Ladies Choir Concert
Thank you to everyone who joined us for a fabulous night of 'Music from the Movies' on 25 November, and especially to Kibworth Ladies Choir who worked so hard to truly make it a night to remember! We were delighted to have a full house at St Wilfrid's. The proceeds will be split equally between The Well, LOROS and St Wilfrid's, whose portion will be put towards an improved accessible entrance.

Everyone at GEMS Charity would like to thank the family of Jack Harling for donations after Jack’s recent passing. Jack was a great supporter and fundraiser for GEMS. This included numerous head and beard shaves, being open gardens car park attendant and donating his small change. Jack was always there if we needed him and will be greatly missed. 

Patients are playing a more active role in managing their health and care. The drive to improve patient empowerment has been gaining momentum in recent times and providing visibility of their health information is a part of this movement.

Free Tree and Hedge Scheme

After our usual service in St. Wilfrid’s Church in Kibworth, members of the Mothers Union gathered for their October meeting in the Church Hall to hear a talk by Liz Scott on her recent experience of hosting a guest from the Ukraine.

On a Monday night, whilst football players are in the cold and rain under floodlights in the dark, I am glad to repair to the Sports Hall at Fleckney Sports Centre, Leicester Road, LE8 8BG. Table Tennis is the ideal low-cost winter sport for beginners and improvers. All are welcome to a free taster of table tennis on our club night on Mondays. General play is from 7.45pm – 9.45pm and coaching from 6.45pm – 8.15pm. Coaches, Andy and Miriam, are ready to help you develop your skills. Three of our members play in Leicester’s Junior League and two of our juniors play with our 21 adults in the adult League. Players range in age from eight to 74; so don’t be shy, give it a go. What’s the worst that could happen?