Ellington Parish Council

28/08/2026

eCops Beware phishing scams

The email claiming you've won a prize, the text message telling you you've missed a delivery, or the phone call from the bank to let you know there's been some suspicious activity on your account...

Most of us can spot phishing scams a mile off – the typos, the elaborate email addresses and the urgency to take action by clicking a link or divulging your details.

But before you dismiss these scams as something you won't fall for, remember, fraudsters are getting more sophisticated with their messaging, and it only takes one lapse in concentration while battling through the chaos of life to fall victim.

Stay alert!

For advice and tips on how to protect yourself and vulnerable loved ones, visit our website ->

If you suspect you've been the victim of fraud or have information about a potential fraudster, find out how to contact the police and Report Fraud.

28/08/2026

19/08/2026

Ever wondered what actually happens to your food waste?

Huntingdonshire District Council has released a short film explaining exactly what happens from the moment you put your caddy out for collection. Since the weekly collection began in March, residents have diverted around 1,500 tonnes from general waste. Watch it at

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DGmYQmENqYo

If you'd like to hear more, our next waste minimisation meeting is Thursday 10 September, 5:30–6:30 pm at Pathfinder House, Huntingdon. Reserve here:

https://forms.cloud.microsoft/e/MzDCRdUbmW

Find out what happens to your food waste after collection.

18/08/2026

Woodhatch Farm - Goods Vehicle Operatior's Licence
PE28 4NJ•Published 12/08/26

The Hunts Post • Publish a What is proposed?

Goods Vehicle Operator’s Licence

Green Circle Plant Ltd of Morley Court, Morley Way, Peterborough, PE2 7BW is applying for a licence to use Mick George Ltd, Ellington Transfer Station, Woodhatch Farm, PE28 4NJ as an operating centre to keep 10 goods vehicles and 5 trailers.

Owners or occupiers of land (including buildings) near the operating centre(s) who believe that their use or enjoyment of that land would be affected, should make written representations to the Traffic Commissioner at Quarry House, Quarry Hill, Leeds, LS2 7UE, stating their reasons, within 21 days of this notice. Representors must at the same time send a copy of their representations to the applicant at the address given at the top of this notice. A Guide to Making Representations is available at www.gov.uk/object-hgv-operator-licence

From

12-Aug-2026
To

2-Sep-2026

Need to publish a public notice?
If you need to publish a public notice, please contact The Hunts Post directly at:

[email protected]

01603 772636

Details of how to oppose heavy goods vehicle licence applications or the use of an operating centre.

18/08/2026

Roadworks 26/08/26 - 28/08/26

The Parish Council has been informed that Anglian Water will be carrying out utility repair and maintenance works, Thrapston Road between 26/08/26 - 28/08/26. Two-way signals will be in place during this time.

18/08/2026

eCops - Free motorbike course

Dear Resident

Motorbike riders from Huntingdon who are not on a full licence are being offered a free rider training course in Huntingdon.

Sadly, motorcyclists remain one of the most vulnerable road users making up 25% of road deaths. Despite representing 1% of road users.

The 'Ride Safe' one day session is aimed at those who have just passed their CBT or hold an A1, A2 or full A licence.

It is an ideal introduction course for young riders or those who regularly ride but don't have a full licence.

During the session riders will be given a classroom safety session and the chance to go on a ride-on with an expert tutor.

The event is being held by Peterborough and Cambridgeshire Advanced Motorcyclists and has been funded by Huntingdon Freemen's Trust.

Myself and advanced rider and driving school instructor, PC Darren Osker, will deliver some of the training.

The course is designed to help riders become smoother, safer and more confident.

There are 15 spaces available on a course on September 12. To book your space visit - https://pecam.org.uk/training/huntingdon-ridesafe/

Kind regards

PC AJ Boddington

Casualty Reduction Officer

15 PLACES AVAILABLE RIDESAFE – ONE DAY SESSION ON THE 12TH SEPTEMBER 2026 Open to ALL legal riders – CBT, A1, A2 & Full A licence holders. To apply, complete and submit the form below. We’ll let you know if your application has been successful by email together with full […]

14/08/2026

Do you like to shop in St Neots, Huntingdon or St Ives?

Plans developed by Capital & Centric in partnership with Huntingdonshire District Council, will transform the following carparks:

Tebbutts Road car park in St Neots into a mixed-use development. The proposals include two five-storey buildings with up to 83 homes, commercial units, a walled garden and a community pavilion surrounded by green open space.

The Cattle Market / Waitrose carpark in St Ives + Bus Station could become a neighbourhood with 120 homes, a gym and restaurants.

Princes Street car park and Huntingdon Bus Station into 78 new homes, a ‘centralised hub’ for business, and new green spaces.
The developers have submitted plans and a consultation is underway.

Further details on the St Neots proposals can be found here:

https://www.capitalandcentric.com/project/st-neots?fbclid=IwY2xjawTsGl9wZG9mAWV4dG4DYWVtAjExAHNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR6wnKLJyIiCUL7ilSHwAoKT2QaMaoJ_gRDcFrOLhOhgyeH6-B_xhKEBXNs78Q_aem_ClMcBy7x_QRNZD5e8M9XSw

Turning Tebbutts Road into a proper neighbourhood, packed with character and rooted in St Neots' story.

11/08/2026

Important roadworks information
A1 northbound Brampton Hut Interchange – bridge joint repair works

We're planning to carry out urgent bridge joint repairs on the A1 northbound at Brampton Hut Interchange between the exit slip road and entry slip road. We need to carry out this work to keep the A1 safe and in good condition.

We plan to complete this work over six nights starting Monday 10 August 2026. We will work between 9pm and 5am, weather permitting.

Closures and diversions

To carry out the work safely, we will need to close the A1 northbound main carriageway at Brampton Hut Interchange between the exit slip road and entry slip road and divert traffic as follows:

Drivers will leave the A1 northbound via the Brampton Hut exit slip road

At Brampton Hut roundabout, take the third exit

Rejoin the A1 northbound via the entry slip road

The diversion ends once traffic has rejoined the A1 northbound

Please note emergency vehicles will have access through the works with caution

I have included a map of the diversion below

How to find out more

I'm sorry for any inconvenience this work may cause and thank you for your patience.

If you would like more information, please contact us on 0300 123 5000, or by email at [email protected].

Yours faithfully

Tom Bevan
Service Delivery Manager
Operations East, Service Delivery Team

10/08/2026

Overnight Roadworks A14 between Junctions 13 and 22 - UPDATE

The Parish Council has contacted National Highways about the recent overnight roadworks. This is the response received:


"I spoke with our operations team last week and they have acknowledged the need for additional signs to be located in advance of the roundabout, despite this being entirely driver error.

In future, additional signage should be installed opposite the Grove Lane, Buffaload exit and again before the mini RAB at the top of the tie-in slip, in the event of a total closure on the A14 westbound.

Hopefully, this additional signage will give advance warning information to any drivers exiting Grove Lane. Letters do go out to all businesses in the area and we rely on the individual transport managers informing their staff of Traffic management & route deviations.

Thanks for bringing this to our attention, it has been extremely helpful in highlighting the negative impact our work can potentially have on local communities".

06/08/2026

Huntingdonshire Residents Invited to Have Their Say on New Food Waste Service

Residents are being encouraged to take part in a new survey about Huntingdonshire District Council’s weekly food waste collection service, which will run from 5 August until 3 September 2026.

The free service was launched in March 2026 after new legislation was introduced by central government. It aims to make food waste recycling easier for residents and contributes to reducing carbon emissions within the district.

To date, the waste collection crews have collected over 1,000 tonnes of food waste, averaging approximately 20 tonnes per day. That means around 206 trucks of food waste have now been diverted from landfill, and instead has been anaerobically digested into renewable energy and fertiliser.

Councillor Julie Kerr, Executive Councillor for Parks, Countryside, Waste and Street Scene, said “We are incredibly pleased with the positive response to the weekly food waste collection service since its launch in March. By diverting food waste from landfill and turning it into energy and fertiliser, we are supporting a more sustainable future for Huntingdonshire. I would encourage all residents to take a moment to share their experiences with the service, so we can understand what is working well and where we can improve the service further.”

The survey asks residents to give feedback on the service delivery and use of their food waste caddies. Residents who complete the survey in full will be in with a chance to win a £40 gift voucher.

Find out more about the weekly food waste service and complete the survey:

https://www.huntingdonshire.gov.uk/consultations/food-waste-collections-survey/