GROUP PARISH COUNCIL – At the May meeting, Tom Bennett was elected as chairman and Richard Skyrme as vice-chairman.

As part of the review of the county flood plan, the parish council has ordered a further 100 sandbags for use in the event of flooding within the group area.

The bags will be stored by Tom Bennett at Bannut Tree Cottage for supply as and when needed. Tom Bennett was appointed as emergency co-ordinator for the group and will be a key focal point for planning and responding to emergencies in the community. The parish freighter will visit Staunton-on- Wye in October. The next meeting will be held on Monday, September 14.