Welcome
Hello and welcome to Freuchie Community Council's website. This site will provide Freuchie residents with information on Community Council activities and keep you up to date with what's going on in your community. The website is for you so please provide us with feedback particularly if there is something which you want to draw to our attention or if there is other information you would like us to report on. Together we can work to make Freuchie a great place to live and work.
Please take time to look at the Minutes of Community Council meetings so that you are aware of the issues which the Community Council is addressing on your behalf. The Community Council meets on the second Wednesday of each month at 7.30pm in the Lumsden Hall. These are public meetings that you are invited to attend. If you have a concern please come along and have your say or contact us using the Contact Form. You will also find details of other organisations you may find helpful on this website..
Would you like to make a difference in your community?
Vacancies for Community Councillors
Freuchie Community Council has 2 vacancies for Community Councillors and would like to hear from you if you would like to be part of a team seeking to improve Freuchie for the benefit of local residents.
Community Councils are voluntary organisations, established by local government legislation and made up of people who have an interest in the wellbeing of their community. They are volunteers, although democratically elected, and their main purpose is to represent the views of their local community to the local authority and other public bodies. In particular Community Councils have the right to be consulted on planning and licensing applications within the area.
We also lead on projects in the village, often in partnership with other community groups. Examples of the types of project we have been involved in this year include the refurbishment of the playpark, fundraising for the school playground, an event to recognise all the great work which volunteers do in our village and the Christmas extravaganza of events culminating in the Christmas Lights switch on and light show.
If you would like to find out more contact the Janice laird , CC Chairperson at fcc.chairperson@gmail.com Closing date for expressions of interest is 10th February
Freuchie Community Action Plan 2024 - 2028
Freuchie's Community Action Plan is based on feedback from residents on issues that matter to you and things you would like to see improved in the village. Copies have been distributed to households in the village but if you can't find your copy or didn't receive one you can click on the blue button below for an electronic version. The Action Plan will form the basis of the Community Council's activities for its term of office. We hope you find it interesting reading and will help toward making it happen in whatever way you can.
The UK's Telephone Network is Going Digital
By January 2027, the old analogue network will be switched off and replaced by new digital landlines which will work using broadband. It is important that we help support members of our community, especially the elderly and more vulnerable, who may not be aware that change is coming. Many older people may not have broadband and could be confused if their telecomms provider tries to change their contract. Those who use a telecare device such as personal alarms, pendant alarms, lifeline devices and home care monitoring systems may find that their equipment is not compatible with the new digital technology. Users should be encouraged to make contact with their landline provider for support as soon as possible.
Newsletter
Click on the blue button below for a copy of the most recent newsletter.
Community Food Larder
Can you help?
The Lumsden Larder needs your support. If you can spare a few items of non perishable goods it would be much appreciated. The Larder exists to give our neighbours a helping hand when they need it. Donations can be left in the Foodbank box in the Spar or in the box in the Book Exchange at Lumsden Hall.
