6th of November By-Election
https://www.uttlesford.gov.uk/article/9927/Parish-Council-by-elections-Thursday-6-November-2025
Notice of Vacancy
**NOTICE OF VACANCY ON HATFIELD BROAD OAK PARISH COUNCIL** Notice is hereby given that a vacancy has occurred in the office of parish councillor arising from the resignation of Susan Brown. An election to fill the vacancy will be held if notice in writing of a request for such an election is made by ten…
Transferring the Village Green Leaflet
Please see a copy below of the leaflet that includes information on transferring the Village Green. Leaflet
Disposal Notice Responses and Report
Please see the report below detailing the responses received to the Disposal Notice for the land known as the Village Green. Report Further information and documents can be found here: Village Green – Hatfield Broad Oak Parish Council
Parish Poll – March 11
Please see the notice below for a Parish Poll on March 11, 2025 at the Village Hall. https://hatfieldbroadoakpc.gov.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Notice-of-Parish-Poll_11-March-2025.pdf
Public Engagement Session Part 2
Parish Public Engagement Session Part 2 The parish council working group has listened to residents’ concerns about a sublease to transfer responsibilities for the village green, and the length of financial support, to the HBO Sports and Community Club charity and has considered the further options available to it. There will be a second public…
Disposal Notice – Updated 15/01/2025
A public notice will be placed in the papers for the disposal of land. Please see the attached document below to view the disposal notice and corresponding map. The notice will run in the following papers on the following dates: Dunmow Broadcast – 22nd January for 2 weeks Disposal Notice (pdf) Important Update…
Salt Scheme – Volunteers Needed
We are looking for volunteers to help salt the footpaths around the High Street and Village Hall before icy conditions set in this winter. Your support will help keep our community safe and accessible during colder months. If you’re interested in lending a hand, please get in touch! Email: parishclerk@hatfieldbroadoakpc.gov.uk
Public Engagement – 20 November 2024
Last Wednesday, the Parish Council held a public engagement session to address concerns around the Village Green and the potential sublease. We were pleased to welcome 30 members of the public who attended and shared their thoughts. Concerns that were raised have been carefully noted – we are committed to ensuring that residents’ voices are…
Have Your Say on Community Safety in Uttlesford!
Have Your Say on Community Safety in Uttlesford! Uttlesford District Council would greatly appreciate it if you could take a few moments to complete the Community Safety in Uttlesford Survey, sharing your thoughts from your town or parish’s perspective. This is your chance to let UDC know: How safe you feel when out and about…
Public Engagement Session on Wednesday 20th November 2024
Public Engagement Session Announcement Please see below the details of an upcoming engagement session regarding the Village Green, Heads of Terms and potential Sublease to the HBOSCC. A detailed report, including the solicitor’s advice is accessible on our website with a direct link here: Village Green Sublease – Review of the Advice Received – Hatfield…
Village Green Sublease – Review of the Advice Received
The Parish Council has sought advice from solicitors regarding public law advice and the draft heads of terms to write the proposed sublease of the Village Green to the Hatfield Broad Oak Sports & Community Club (HBOSCC). A comprehensive report, compiled by Councillor Artus, summarises the legal advice received. Attached also is the legal advice…
Neighbourhood Plan Questionnaire Survey Report 2024
The report that was compiled by the Rural Community Council of Essex (RCCE) on the questionnaire that was handed out to the residents of Hatfield Broad Oak earlier in the year, has been posted. It is available under the Neighbourhood Plan menu > Plan and Documents. You can also view it directly here.
Important Notice – October 1st Meeting
Meeting PostponedThe proposed meeting scheduled for October 1st, as mentioned in the Parish Council draft minutes from the September 13th meeting, is being postponed.This meeting was planned subject to solicitors’ advice being returned in time. As the advice is expected within 14 working days, we are keen and eager to hold the meeting as soon…
Neighbourhood Plan: Call for Sites Invitation
The Neighbourhood plan have sent out to all landowners a call for sites invitation. This is available to view here.
Hatfield Broad Oak Sports and Community Club Business Plan Proposal for Maintenance of the HBO Village Green
For the upcoming Extraordinary Meeting that is to be held on the 3rd of September, please see the additional background paper (bp) for the HBOSCC Business Plan Proposal regarding the maintenance of the Village Green. The proposal can be access by clicking here.
Council’s Response to Residents Questions
Please see the link below which leads to the document put together by the Parish Council in response to the questions from Residents handed to the council on 11th June 2024. Thank you for your patience and understanding while the response was compiled. Parish Council Response
Return of Result of Uncontested Election and Notice of Uncontested Election
Please see below the two notices regarding the return of the results of the uncontested election and the official notice of the uncontested election. These are the results for Hatfield Broad Oak – Village Ward. As it is uncontested, there will be no election on July 24th.
Winter Salt Bag Scheme – Volunteers Needed!
We are pleased to announce that our Parish Council has joined the Essex Highways Winter Salt Bag Scheme. This scheme is free to join and provides us with 40 bags of salt, each weighing 25kg, to store at priority locations throughout the village for use during the winter months. Below is a photo of the…
Public Questions regarding the Village Green
At the meeting held on June 11th, the Parish Council received a comprehensive 13-page document comprising questions from residents of Hatfield Broad Oak concerning various matters. We wish to assure all residents that these questions will be thoroughly addressed. However, due to the volume of queries, we anticipate that it will take some time to…
Hatfield Broad Oak – Notice of Election
Please see the Notice of Election below for the Hatfield Broad Oak By-Election for the Village Ward for the position of 1 Parish Councillor. Nomination Packs are now available on Uttlesford’s webpage by following this link: Uttlesford Elections – Hatfield Broad Oak By-Election
Community Update: Butchers Planning Application
Community Update: Butchers Planning Application You may have seen that the planning application UTT-24-0950-FUL to convert the butchers into residential accommodation was withdrawn and then resubmitted under UTT-24-1374-PAM3. This important topic was discussed at last night’s parish council meeting, and we wanted to keep you informed on the latest developments. The parish council is actively…
Hatfield Broad Oak By-Election – 24/07/2024
Please be aware below of the timetable of proceedings for a by-election on WEDNESDAY 24 JULY 2024.
D-Day : 80th Anniversary
D-Day: 80th Anniversary Ahead of the 80th Anniversary of D-Day, the Parish Council have place two ‘Unknown Tommy Figures’ near the Village Pump and Memorial Tree at the Village Green. Thank you to Cllr Artus for installing them today. FOR THE FALLEN – By Laurence Binyon With proud thanksgiving, a mother for her children, England…
Update regarding Bunting 2024
IMPORTANT UPDATE ON BUNTING INSTALLATION Dear Residents, Recently, we informed you about the testing of the anchor points holding the bunting on High Street. Unfortunately, the tests revealed that all anchor points failed to meet the required threshold set by Essex Highways. These tests are crucial as they ensure the anchor points are secure enough…
Parish Council Response to Planning Application UTT/24/0950/FUL
The Parish Council have prepared and submitted the following in response to planning application UTT/24/0950/FUL – Proposed change of use and conversion of butchers to residential dwelling. Cage End, Hatfield Broad Oak. To view the response please click here
Final Response to Night Flight Restrictions at Heathrow, Gatwick and Stansted airports
Please see the Press Release for Stansted Airport Watch. It can also be viewed on the website at https://stanstedairportwatch.com/…/your-community…/ The most important public consultation for a generation about the future impact of Stansted Airport is currently underway. At stake is the prospect of the Government removing all of its current statutory restrictions on night flights at…
Parish Council’s response to Night Flight Restrictions at Heathrow, Gatwick and Stansted airports
Please see the Press Release for Stansted Airport Watch. It can also be viewed on the website at https://stanstedairportwatch.com/…/your-community…/ The most important public consultation for a generation about the future impact of Stansted Airport is currently underway. At stake is the prospect of the Government removing all of its current statutory restrictions on night flights…
Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner Elections 2024
Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner election for Essex – Uttlesford District Council An election will take place on Thursday 2 May 2024 for electing a Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner for the Essex Police Authority Area. Please click the link above to find out more information.
Deadline Extension for Neighbourhood Plan Questionnaire
Important Announcement: Deadline Extension for Neighbourhood Plan Questionnaire We have some important updates regarding the Neighbourhood Plan questionnaire that we’d like to bring to your attention. 1. Deadline Extension: Due to popular demand and to ensure that everyone has ample time to participate, we have decided to extend the deadline for submitting your responses to…
VACANCY for Neighbourhood Plan Steering Committee
Call for Neighbourhood Plan Steering Committee Nominations! Do you have a passion for community development and enhancing the quality of life in our parish? We’re seeking dedicated individuals to join our Steering Committee and help shape the future of HBO. We have 2 vacancies remaining on the Steering Committee, and we’re reaching out to those…
Green Skip for 2024
The Green Skip service will start Saturday 16th March and will be at Barnfields from 12:45 – 13:45 every week with the last one on Saturday 7th December. Please note, UDC have advised that the start date is provisional and may be subject to change.
Changes to handling postal votes
Dear Residents, Please click the link below to see the notice from Uttlesford District Council regarding changes to the handling of postal votes. Changes to Postal Votes
Statement from EALC
Dear Residents, Some of you may be familiar with the Essex Association of Local Councils (EALC). Many councillors and clerks will have undergone training or sought out the advice from those at the EALC and more specifically Ann, the EALC’s legal advisor and Mike Letch himself. Today they shared this sad news. Please read the…
Defibrillator Training Event
Dear Residents, Mark your calendars because we’re thrilled to announce an upcoming Defibrillator Training Event that you won’t want to miss! ???? Date: Thursday, 22nd February, 2024 ???? Time: From 7pm (lasting for approximately 1 hour) ???? Location: St Mary’s C of E School Hall Learn how to be a lifesaver in just a…
Further missed bin collections
Important Notice: Temporary Disruption in Refuse and Garden Waste Collections Dear Residents, We regret to inform you that there will be a temporary suspension of refuse and garden waste collections in the area due to an ongoing administrative issue. Unfortunately, this means that waste collections will be unavailable until the matter is resolved. Uttlesford District…
Missed Bin Collections Update
Please see the Uttlesford District Council page for news regarding the recent missed waste collection. To ensure you’re always in the know, head over to Uttlesford District Council for the most up-to-date information on missed bin collections and any delays in garden waste pickups. Domestic (black bin) waste will be picked up in Hatfield Broad…
Christmas Tree Update – December 2023
Dear Residents, We understand the Christmas Tree this year has been a contentious topic due to it’s new placement. Updates were posted at the start of December regarding the tree on the Parish Council Facebook page at www.facebook.com/hboparishcouncil. Additionally, mention of having to find a new location for the tree were placed in the Village…
Response to Uttlesford District Council’s Local Plan – Reg 18
The parish council has completed its response to the District Council’s Local Plan consultation and have hosted a copy below. We thank those that responded to our newsletter and hope that the document encompasses the key issues. Other points made will be addressed during the development of our own Neighbourhood Plan. Read our response here
Parish Council Reserves
There has been comment on social media about the council having £70 k in the bank. The council is required by our auditors to hold sufficient reserves to be able to cope with the day to day running of the council business. The Good Councillor Guide recommends that there is between 3 months and 12…
UDC Planning Designation Notice
UDC Designation Notice Please Click here for full information
National Planning Policy Framework
The National Planning Policy Framework is available to view or download via the link below Click Here
