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The David Scott charity can contribute towards heating costs for local over 80s

Applicants must be resident in Newport Parish. Applicants must be aged 80 or over by 01/12/2025.  Applicants must live independently or with a spouse or partner. Only one grant per household is payable. The amount of grant depends on the number of applicants but could be approximately £30.

For more information contact  Rosy Retallick – Clerk to the Trustees of David Scott Charity. 27 Main Road, Newport HU15 2PR New applications must be made by 30th NOV 2025 If you would be interested in becoming a Trustee of the David Scott charity please contact the clerk to the trustees.

The NHS Humber and North Yorkshire Integrated Care Board are pleased to share that the engagement report on Goole and District Hospital (GDH) and wider community health services has now been published. You can read the full report on the Goole Hospital engagement page at the Next Chapter: Goole and District Hospital.

Between May and August 2025, they had around 760 conversations with people in Goole and the surrounding area about their experiences of local health and care services, as well as their thoughts on the future of Goole and District Hospital (GDH). Through a mix of listening events, community group visits, youth workshops, exit surveys, and an online (and paper) survey, people told them what matters most to them — what’s working well, and where improvements are needed.

The findings show a deep sense of connection to Goole and District Hospital, alongside concerns about service changes, travel challenges, and communication gaps. These valuable insights reflect the lived experiences of local people and will play an important role in shaping the ongoing work to develop sustainable, future-focused services that truly meet the needs of the Goole community.

There is also an updated joint position statement from Humber and North Yorkshire Integrated Care Board and the Humber Health Partnership you can access from the same page.

If you have any queries, please reply by email.

Email: hnyicb.communications@nhs.net

Communications, Marketing and Engagement Team

NHS Humber and North Yorkshire Integrated Care Board
www.humberandnorthyorkshire.icb.nhs.uk

The Save Goole Hospital Action Group have asked if Newport Parish Council would share the attached template with with a view to sending it to Dr Simon Cox, East Ridings Place Director at the North Yorkshire and Humber Integrated Care Board to support them with this new area of their work, as part of the Save Goole Hospital campaign. They are asking him to reconsider the current proposal to make the current temporary opening hours at Goole’s Urgent Treatment Centre of 07.00hrs to 20.00hrs permanent. They believe this not in the best interests of all residents in the area and also places undue extra pressure on the Emergency Care Departments at larger hospitals.

They have spent the last few weeks highlighting to the public the importance of completing the survey that the Integrated Care Board have advertised and are also in discussions with the Communications Director to see if the engagement process can be longer as currently it is due to end on 16th  November. 

The next Newport Parish Council meeting is at Newport Primary School (The Hall entrance) at 7pm on Tuesday 11th November 2025 – all village residents are welcome. Access to the meeting room is through the main gate on the Village Hall side of the school and to the rear of the building.    

Public Forum – The Public Forum will commence at 7.00pm. The period designated for public participation shall not exceed 15 minutes. Each member of the public may only speak once and for no longer than 3 minutes.

The Agenda and Meeting Pack is available via the following link.

The Trustees of Newport Village Hall, East Yorkshire are pleased to announce the appointment of a new team of trustees who will guide the Hall into its next exciting chapter of development.

The new trustees bring a range of skills, energy, and commitment to continue the long tradition of community spirit at the Hall. They succeed outgoing trustees who have dedicated many years of voluntary service to maintaining and improving this much-loved community facility. On behalf of the residents of Newport and surrounding villages, the new Trustees wish to extend heartfelt thanks for their tireless efforts, generosity, and contribution to village life.

A Hub for the Community

Newport Village Hall is at the heart of the community and provides a welcoming space for a wide range of activities and events. Facilities include:

• A spacious main hall with stage, suitable for performances, parties, and large gatherings
• A well-equipped kitchen for catering and community meals
• Meeting room for local clubs, groups, and societies
• Accessibility features to ensure all residents can enjoy the Hall
• Car parking and outdoor space for seasonal events and activities

The Hall is already home to a busy programme of community groups, fitness classes, children’s activities, celebrations, and social events.

Looking Ahead

The new trustees are committed to ensuring that Newport Village Hall continues to serve the whole community. Plans for the future include:

• Upgrading facilities to make them more sustainable and energy-efficient
• Expanding the range of activities and events on offer
• Exploring new ways to support local groups, charities, and businesses
• Creating more opportunities for residents to come together and strengthen community life

Get Involved

For nearly 100 years the Village Hall has relied on the goodwill, skills, and enthusiasm of local people. The Trustees warmly invite anyone who would like to volunteer their time, ideas, or expertise to get in touch. Whether helping with events, maintenance, repairs, fundraising, or communications, every contribution makes a difference.

Those interested are encouraged to contact the new Chair of Trustees, email  nvhsec@amtltd.com to find out more about how you can help in creating the exciting future of this treasured place. 

You are also warmly welcomed to attend the Annual Meeting at the Village Hall on the 3 November at 7.30pm to learn more about our future plans and how you may be able to help make them happen.

The Annual Newport Village Hall trustees open meeting will take place on Monday November 3rd 2025 in the main hall starting at 7.30pm.

All are welcome to attend

The next Newport Parish Council meeting is at Newport Primary School (The Hall entrance) at 7pm on Tuesday 9th September 2025 – all village residents are welcome. Access to the meeting room is through the main gate on the Village Hall side of the school and to the rear of the building.    

Public Forum – The Public Forum will commence at 7.00pm. The period designated for public participation shall not exceed 15 minutes. Each member of the public may only speak once and for no longer than 3 minutes.

The Agenda and Meeting Pack is available via the following link.

The renovation, improvement and extension of Newport Children’s Play area has been completed, and the play area is now open following the handover completed with Phil Tonks (Managing Director of Team Sport and Play) and representatives from Newport Parish Council.

The much-improved Newport Play area is officially open following the handover attended by Cllr H Robinson (Vice Chair) and Cllr G Shields along with A Barker (Clerk to Newport Parish Council) at the play area on Friday 27^th June 2025. 

A teen Multiplay unit, a full inclusive flush roundabout, inclusive Maze Race and Find the Pairs play panels, and a cone climber have been installed along with additional safety surfacing. Improvements have also been made to the existing equipment with bonded rubber mulch wear mats installed. The work was funded by a £49,257 grant from FCC Communities Foundation.

Cllr Gordon Shields is delighted that the project is now in use. He says: “This vital facility is going to make a real difference to those who use it, as well as the wider Newport community. We are extremely grateful to FCC Communities Foundation for providing funding as we would not have been able to go ahead without its support.”

FCC Communities Foundation is a not-for-profit business that awards grants for community projects through the Landfill Communities Fund

Penny Horne, FCC Communities Foundation grant manager, says: “It’s wonderful to see something we have funded finally open and ready to make such a difference to the young people and families within Newport. FCC Communities Foundation is always happy to consider grant applications for projects that benefit local communities, and this is a great example of what can be achieved.

The balance of funding has been provided by Newport Parish Council and the East Riding of Yorkshire Council’s Do It for East Yorkshire Community Grant. If you would like further information about the DIFEY grant please visit  www.doitforeastyorkshire.co.uk/#community-grant’  The Parish Council would like to extend its thanks to all who have contributed thus enabling the project to go ahead.

Media information:

For further press information please contact the Newport Parish Council Clerk via clerk@newportpc.org.uk  

A formal inspection based on the Institute of Cemetery and Crematorium Management guidelines will commence in July 2025. Notices will be displayed in the Churchyard and Cemetery.

• The Burial Authority is responsible under the HASAWA 1974 and the Occupiers Liability Act 1967 to ensure the site is maintained in a safe condition. See also the Local Authorities Order 1977.
• The grave owner is responsible for maintaining it in a safe condition, and the Memorial Mason is responsible for erecting it safely.
• The Mason is legally liable under the Consumer Protection Act 1979, the General Product Safety Regulations 2005 and the Directive on Liability for Defective Products 2003.
• Memorials will be allocated 1 of 3 priority ratings.
• Priority 1 – Immediate action to be taken to make the memorial safe and stop anyone accessing the memorial.
• Priority 2 – Memorial is not in immediate danger but is not fully stable and will therefore need to be monitored every 12 months.
• Priority 3 – Memorial is perfectly stable and safe. Reinspect in 5 years.
• Should immediate action be required due to safety concerns this could include – Refix the memorial to the current standard, Temporary fix, Stake and band, Cordon off, Monolith (Sink in the ground) or lay flat to ensure the danger and risk of injury is removed.

If further information is required please contact Alan Barker at clerk@newportpc.org.uk

The next Newport Parish Council meeting is at Newport Primary School (The Hall entrance) at 7pm on Tuesday 8th July 2025 – all village residents are welcome. Access to the meeting room is through the main gate on the Village Hall side of the school and to the rear of the building.    

Public Forum – The Public Forum will commence at 7.00pm. The period designated for public participation shall not exceed 15 minutes. Each member of the public may only speak once and for no longer than 3 minutes.

The Agenda and Meeting Pack is available via the following link.

Phil Tonks, Managing Director of Team Sport and Play is pictured with Alan Barker of Newport Parish Council as work starts today to install the improved and extended children’s play area. This project is made possible thanks to a grant of £49,257 from FCC Communities Foundation, and the extra land adjoining Main Road (B1230) purchased by Newport Parish Council.  

The construction work will extend the existing public play area and transform and repurpose existing play equipment. The aim is to enhance play value, provide a range of play opportunities, and encourage a fun yet safe environment.

Following feedback from many pupils at nearby Newport Primary School, Newport Pre School and residents a new accessible roundabout, a cone climber and a multiplay-unit will be installed to supplement existing play equipment.

The area is to look as bright and attractive as possible yet be sympathetic to its environment at the centre of the village. Existing equipment will be reused, refurbished and re-positioned which will save on additional costs. Also, by improving many of the play area surfaces we aim to make them safer and more accessible.

Newport Parish Council believe the new facility will make a big difference to the families living in the area especially to the residents of Newport. The Chair of the Parish Council, Sharron Mansell said, “It’s fantastic that FCC Communities Foundation has awarded us this money and we’re really looking forward to the area taking shape over the next few months.”

FCC Communities Foundation is a not-for-profit business that awards grants for community projects through the Landfill Communities Fund.

It is anticipated the play area will be completed by August 2025.

The balance of funding is being provided by Newport Parish Council and the East Riding of Yorkshire Council’s Do It For East Yorkshire Community Grant. If you would like further information about the DIFEY grant please visit  www.doitforeastyorkshire.co.uk/#community-grant’  The Parish Council would like to extend its thanks to all who have contributed thus enabling the project to go ahead.

 Media information:

For further press information please contact the Newport Parish Council Clerk via clerk@newportpc.org.uk