Chair Person: Lizzie Mawson
Website: http://www.seascaleparish.com/
Held on 5 November 2025 at the Methodist School Rooms, Seascale.
Lizzie Mawson (Chair) (LM), David Moore (Vice Chair) (DM), Zoe O’Hanlon (ZO), Jane Coltman (JC), Bran Harvey-Chadwick (BHC), Ken Mawson (KM), Catherine Harvey-Chadwick (CHC).
In attendance: Mary Bradley (MB) – supporting parish clerk.
7 members of the public.
JC declared a personal interest as she knew the applicant for the job.
It was resolved under the Public Bodies (Admission to Meetings) Act 1960 that the press and public be excluded from items 45/25 ii, iii and iv due to the confidential nature of the business to be discussed. These items were heard at the end of the meeting.
i) Minutes of the meeting held on 15 October 2025 were approved with minor amendments. Proposed LM, seconded JC.
ii) Minutes of the Extraordinary meeting held on 29 October 2025 – meeting was not quorate and cancelled.
iii) Placement of 2025 agendas and minutes on website – BHC confirmed this is now up to date.
i) Resignation of Councillor Louise Pegram (LP). A statement was read out from LP explaining her resignation and future plans. LM expressed disappointment and noted LP will continue to be involved as a citizen. MB will progress requirements to fill the councillor vacancy (referenced in excluded section).
ii) Interview for Clerk position and recommendation.
iii) Update on locum arrangements if required.
iv) Locum paper as sent by JC if required.
A statement was read from LP regarding her resignation. LM reiterated the loss of an enthusiastic councillor.
Representatives from the Sports Hall spoke about the mural project and the need for full public consultation.
Questions were raised regarding signage and Stagecoach using the car park.
Comments were made about LP’s resignation and the proposed mural. LM suggested a public meeting to discuss the mural.
DM reported he will walk round with the officer responsible for parking and requested areas of concern be sent to him. The Banks area was discussed (yellow lines, residents parking, HMO parking, holiday lets).
Police contacted DM regarding the impact of strikes. DM will forward a blank proforma for councillors and ensure businesses and services have copies to demonstrate impact.
Nothing to note.
Clerk’s email requires improved monitoring – MB to speak with BHC.
a) Christmas in Seascale – JC and LP project will not proceed due to LP’s resignation. DM will brief an electrician to put up lights ready for switch-on to coincide with the Winter Lights Festival.
b) Heart of Communities Task and Finish Group – first meeting held and progress on projects including Sports Hall solar panels, shore notice boards, soft play area, Bowling Club and phased public toilet upgrade. Second meeting 6/11, third meeting 14/11 with Community Fund to compose application. Funds hoped to be released in December with projects completed and paid by 31 March 2026. Urgent National Grid application required to confirm power capacity – DM to pass to LM for signature.
a) Foreshore Play Area – LP remains in contract with Callum (Cumberland) to inspect and submit monthly reports. Repairs progressing. JC requested inspection reports be shared with councillors.
b) Proposal to refurbish on hold pending funding.
c) Coniston Play Area – GDF bid approved locally, awaiting higher-level sign-off. Funds due shortly. Contract and maintenance agreement to be confirmed. MB to follow up.
a) Sports Hall – planning not required for mural; CTV refurbishment ongoing; tenants to get quote for urinal repairs; 5-year electrical inspection to proceed with AB quote £717 subject to lease responsibility; CCTV repairs completed.
b) Public toilets – LP to continue project.
c) Flag pole inspection to be progressed by ZO.
d) Library repairs – quotes being sought.
e) Incorrect final demand gas bill – MB to write formally to debt company.
f) Library replacement bid using GDF grant plus match funding – fresh scoping exercise required; MB and ZO to progress.
g) Defibrillator maintenance – MB to locate purchase invoices; JC to follow up.
a) Future of mower – GDF guidance confirmed tendering options and conditions for sale if not used by SPC.
b) Storage options unsuccessful – to be progressed as part of tender.
c) Grass cutting contract preparation – MB to meet with CHC to progress.
d) Replacement of missing fencing at car park disabled bay – agreed, ZO to progress.
16/10 Removal of sycamore tree – see parish council website – no comments.
16/10 4/25/22/66 – planning refused.
a) Proposal to meet with webmaster – date to be arranged.
b) Task and Finish Group – MB to meet with JC to ensure items are progressed for December meeting, including Standing Orders, policies and procedures, staffing committee recommendations and working group recommendations.
RFO Report 29 October 2025
Bank Balance at 29 October 2025:
Current Account: £27,241.19
General Reserves: £107,769.31
Unity Card: £100.00
Total: £135,110.50
| Date | Creditor | Debit (Gross) | VAT | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/10/25 | Dawn Dennett | £230.00 | Toilet block cleaning | |
| 14/10/25 | Octopus Energy | £35.38 | £1.68 | Toilet block electricity |
| 14/10/25 | Octopus Energy | £429.62 | £71.60 | Library electricity |
| 19/10/25 | Waterplus | £247.64 | Toilet block water | |
| 19/10/25 | Quality Cleaning | £162.00 | £27.00 | Litter bin emptying |
| 19/10/25 | WF Cascade | £37.04 | £6.17 | Toilet block supplies |
| 19/10/25 | PATA Payroll | £37.35 | Payroll services (late payment) | |
| 27/10/25 | EE Limited | £25.82 | DAV monthly SIM maintenance | |
| 31/10/25 | Unity Trust Bank | £7.80 | Service charges |
| Supplier | Description | Amount | VAT |
|---|---|---|---|
| Anja Phoenix | Seascale Beach Information Board | £500.00 | |
| Miller Roofing | Library repairs | £1,152.00 | £192.00 |
| Waterplus | Toilet block water | £432.11 | |
| Quality Cleaning | Litter bin emptying | £162.00 | £27.00 |
MB presented a paper showing budget and actual spend over 5 years, reserves position, and proposal for 2026/27. Councillors to review and MB will circulate questions for a second draft in December.
Drain issue in car park – seaweed blocking at low tide.
Community Governance Review by Cumberland – no targeted letter yet; may be agendad in December.
Cricket club items to be placed on next agenda.
All at 7pm in the Methodist School Rooms, Seascale:
3 December 2025 (confirmed)
7 January 2026 (to be confirmed)
Interview for Clerk position – not appointed, positive follow-up.
Locum arrangements – MB to cover December; LM to discuss further.
Locum paper from JC – not required at this stage.
Signed: E Mawson
Dated: 3 December 2025
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