Sandyford and Goldenhill

Vehicle Damage on Sandyford High Street

Staffordshire Police have reported that on Sunday 27th June; offenders have smashed the side window of a blue Daihatsu car whilst parked up on the Eleven Club on Sandyford High Street.

If anyone has witnessed the antisocial activity or have any CCTV then please call 101 or private message on Facebook/twitter quoting serial number SP-20210627-0819 or crimestoppers anonymous on 0800 555 111.

City Council Approve Plans For New Units at Sandyford

Stoke on Trent City Council have approved plans today for Network Space to have new units built in Sandyford.

The new units will be built at its Tunstall Arrow site on the north side of James Brindley Way; where the company say the development will bring much needed business to the city and provide new employment for the Stoke on Trent area.

Sandyford & Goldenhill Residents Association and a resident from the Brindley Village Estate put their cases forward at today’s meeting in an attempt to compromise the developments visual impact where residential and business come together.

The residents association supports the application by Network Space in regards to the new development; creating additional business to Sandyford and Stoke on Trent as a whole, and bring additional employment to the area which is much needed, although the residents association did say it has reservations that Network Space takes into account and supports the area with the following recommendations.

It is reported that nearby properties are 32 metres away, and it is recommended that sufficient treeline/hedge screening is provided with mature foliage & NOT as in many cases where saplings are planted, which can take many years to grow and serve their purpose. The developer confirmed that mature planting of trees and hedgerow would now take place.

Cladding where applicable, similar to that of Blue Planet/JCB at Chatterley Valley that is tapered shades of green would also soften/mask the view to residents who live near to the buildings, which includes Russell Road properties as well as those on Brindley Village. The developer explained the reasons to why this was not suitable as in vandalism etc. but after pressure was presented, including councillor support then Network Space agreed to look into the situation further.

Sandyford & Goldenhill Residents Association would also like to have confirmation to who would be maintaining the green space foliage so the area is kept clean and presentable at all times. This was confirmed would happen by the developer through a contract company taking charge of the work.

The resident representing Brindley Village said that the largest of the buildings, which is also the tallest is the one nearest to nearby properties, which means, it would have been better to have replaced it with one of the smaller units and asked for this to be taken into consideration. The developer went into great lengths to explain that mine shafts are in the area and there layout meant this was not possible, and to make the units viable needed them to be of a certain size.

It was reported that almost £45,000 will be donated through the development due to loss of biodiversity in the area, and the residents association, along with the resident representing Brindley Village is requesting it is used in Sandyford & Goldenhill to put something back in the area, especially since it has lost so much greenspace due to extensive house building and business development. Stoke on Trent City Council Planning Team as well as the City Councillors stressed the need that the biodiversity money should be spent within the Sandyford/Goldenhill area. The residents association recommended that hedgerow and trees would strike a balance, but would like to be involved/consulted before any decisions are made to their planting and location.

Noise pollution was also an issue brought up by councillors at the meeting, and stressed that this needs to be addressed with considerate care to residents by putting in measures to reduce any such disruption. Network Space confirmed that any such works taking place would be carefully looked into, and where possible the effect to keep the noise down would be addressed.

The resident representing Brindley Village, along with Sandyford & Goldenhill Residents Association understand that progress to move the Sandyford area along with the rest of Stoke on Trent is important to all of us as a city, but as much consideration as possible is needed to ensure that business and the community are able to live in harmony with each other whilst moving Stoke on Trent forward to a better city which we all want.

Criminals Damage Car & Put Windows Through at Goldenhill Residence

In the early hours of Sunday 6th June in Wilson Way, Goldenhill at approximately 03:00 a car was damaged and the same house had its windows put through by an unknown offender. The offender’s then made off in a vehicle out of the Cul-De-Sac.

If anyone has any information regarding this incident then please call Staffordshire Police on 101, crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or private message on Facebook/Twitter quoting serial number SP-20210606-0098.

Staffordshire Police would like to thank you for any help you can provide with this incident.

Sandyford Says Goodbye to Former School Teacher Mary Bennett

Sandyford Says goodbye to Mary Bennett who was a former school teacher, and a previous Secretary of Sandyford & Goldenhill Residents Association (SAGE) who sadly passed away on Thursday 27th May.

Mary who was a school teacher at Hollywall Lane, which is now the newly named Star Academy taught many children in the Sandyford & Goldenhill area as well as being the first secretary of SAGE when it was formed back in 1999.

Mary was well known for her caring attitude towards looking after the environment, whether it was keeping the area clean and tidy to encouraging green space growth.

Family, friends and neighbours will sadly miss the lady who has given so much to the community that she cared for over her many years of being a Sandyford resident.

Covid Volunteers Receive Unexpected Gift of Kindness

Whilst volunteers supervised car parking facilities at Goldenhill Medical Centre yesterday due to people receiving their covid vaccination, they were surprised to receive free cans of pop from a resident who lives in Elgood Lane, Goldenhill.

The resident said he was so appreciative of the work the volunteers were doing in the blazing sun, and thought it would be a good gesture to show his gratitude for their involvement supporting the local community.

Sandyford and Goldenhill Residents Association who arrange additional volunteers to help out at these sessions believe it is a good opportunity to show support in these difficult times we are now living in.

What was more surprising to the car park volunteers is that on occasion they do receive a back lash from drivers who do not appreciate being requested to park their vehicles in alternative safe locations, and are of the opinion they can leave their vehicle exactly where they want, which makes receiving an unexpected piece of kindness that extra bit special.

Part Time Job Vacancy @ Iceland

At Iceland we like to do things differently. We are a fair and ethical retailer, who believe in investing in our people and making a difference.
We are now recruiting for a Retail Assistant to join our supportive Iceland family. As a Retail Assistant, you are at the heart of our operation and we are looking for individuals who share our energy and passion and will contribute to our ongoing success.
It’s important for our colleagues to take pride in what they do, and we can offer a role that will allow you to use your own initiative, in a fun and engaging team environment. We work hard to build a strong team dynamic which supports our colleagues to deliver to the best of their ability in the challenging role of Retail Assistant.
Your role is to ensure that you deliver great standards and a store to be proud of so that our customers have the best experience possible when shopping with us. We expect a lot from our colleagues, and you’ll get a lot back in return from us.
Offering part-time hours gives you flexibility and a variety of shift patterns. There is also a great rate of pay and the opportunity to become part of a supportive and connected family of colleagues who look after our own.
Unfreeze your potential and develop a fantastic career with an ever-growing company where people are key to our success. Be a part of our future success story. Be Iceland.
On applying for the role you will complete an online interview that will take around 20 minutes. Please be prepared to answer the five questions to the best of your ability. Good luck with your application.

To apply for the position follow the link https://app.kallidusrecruit.com/Iceland/VacancyInformation.aspx?VId=101673&m=p&source=indeed&utm_source=Indeed&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=Indeed

Self-driving cars could be on our roads this year

The self-driving technology – known as Automated Lane Keeping Systems (ALKS) – aims to make driving safer and easier. But insurance experts are expressing concerns.

In April, the government announced that cars with self-driving technology could be on our roads later this year.

The self-driving systems it’s referring to are Automated Lane Keeping Systems or ALKS. These are automated systems that can take control of a vehicle at low speeds.

The Association of British Insurers and Thatcham Research have questioned the government’s decision. They say that the systems aren’t fully self-driving, but only assist drivers.

This could put drivers as risk, as when an ALKS is enabled drivers might assume that the vehicle is fully in control of itself.

ALKS are designed to make driving safer and easier, but are UK roads ready for them. If it were to happen then would Stoke on Trent roads be in a position to accommodate this new technology?

Future Plans for Former Goldenhill Golf Course

Former Goldenhill Golf Course

The City Council has confirmed that suggestions of the former golf course at Goldenhill could be sold off to business is untrue. The local authority says that the land is unsuitable for building redevelopment, and it is in the middle of a green belt area so it is very unlikely it can be used for such a proposal.

Sandyford & Goldenhill Residents Association has now been advised that the former golf course is to remain in council ownership, and they are looking at having football pitches at the location as well as considering other options to further recreational activity in the north of the city.

Job Vacancy, Lidl – Customer Assistant (21 to 30 hours)

£9.50 up to £10.70 per hour* (pro rata) – This isn’t stacking shelves. This is feeding families.

As a Customer Assistant at Lidl, no shift is the same and you get out what you put in. Starting at 5am some days to set up the store bakery for the day or finishing at 11pm on others to close the store and ensure the store is ready for another day of customers, you’ll keep moving and keep business booming. Every day is different, so you won’t just be working deliveries or working on the till; you’ll be doing all of it and more. You could even train to be a freshness specialist, non-food specialist or a bakery specialist. It’s your hard graft that puts food onto dinner tables and keeps our customers coming back.

Our Customer Assistants work together as a team to ensure their store is clean, tidy and well-ordered so that customers can get the products they love and need. You’ll be part of a close-knit team who will soon become friends. Shifts include the weekends, but whether you have family commitments, are studying or have an extraordinary hobby, we make sure our rotas are available 3 weeks in advance so you can get the most out of your days off. This isn’t just a challenge, this is a challenge with great rewards – because at Lidl, you get out what you put in. If you love keeping busy and want to do a job that matters, find out more below and apply for a career a Lidl less ordinary.

As part of your application, you will be asked to complete three online exercises taking fewer than 20 minutes, designed to provide us with a more in-depth understanding of you and your potential as a member of our team. If everything goes well, someone from the recruitment team will get in touch to chat about your application over the phone and following this you may be invited to face to face interview. To apply follw the link: https://careers.lidl.co.uk/jobs/customer-assistant-21-to-30-hours-gb-062405?utm_source=Indeed&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=Indeed

What you’ll do

Unpack stock as deliveries arrive in store
Providing excellent customer service on the tills
Help our customers with any questions or queries, and locate items around the store
Ensure the bakery stays topped up by baking fresh goods
Ensure shelves are looking good, checking for sell by dates, ensuring quality and freshness for our customers
Merchandising and maintaining our middles aisles of non-food products

What you’ll need

Some experience of working in a fast-paced environment
The flexibility to start an early shift at 5am or finish a late shift at 11pm
The ability to react positively to changing priorities
The initiative to identify tasks that need to be completed
The drive to work hard and contribute to the success of your store
A friendly communication style with your team and customers
Experience in providing excellent customer service

Please note your employment is conditional upon the Company’s receipt of satisfactory references and if requested by the Company, a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service check.

Abandoned Cars

Staffordshire Police have said that a report came in of abandoned car’s on the car park at the end of Taylor Street/Brakespeare Street in Goldenhill recently.

These cars have been on the car park for a while showing not to have the correct documentation. They were subsequently reported to the correct agencies and action has been taken with the council to have them removed.