The O2 mast serving Parwich and neighborhood is expected to be repaired early next week.
Derbyshire Dales MP John Whitby said he had received confirmation from O2 today minutes before he was due to meet Parwich residents to discuss the impact of the three month outage.
Mr Whitby met about 40 Parwich residents at the British Legion who have been without a full O2 service and unable to receive vital messages from doctors, hospitals and banks.
O2 assured Mr Whitby that the “rare part” for the mast arrived Thursday evening and an engineer will be on site early next week. Some residents questioned why the repair wasn’t an immediate priority after the lengthy disruption to residents.
Mr Whitby said in a statement: “It is vital that remote, rural communities have mobile and digital connectivity; this is not a luxury, it is a necessity.
“I have visited Parwich and spoken with residents affected by the significant disruption caused by the outage and extended loss of the O2 signal. Without reliable access to essential services, vulnerable residents are left isolated. Doctors, hospitals, and health centres are unable to contact patients resulting in missed messages and missed appointments.
“Residents cannot access their bank accounts, or make payments.
“Local tradespeople are losing business and suffering financial loss.
“Energy companies are forcing customers onto higher charging rates because meter readings cannot be taken. None of this is acceptable.”
Mr Whitby added: “I have contacted O2 and been assured that it is now in receipt of the essential element of the mast that provides mobile connectivity. I have also been assured by O2 that a specialist engineer will be visiting the site week commencing 27th October 2025. I will be monitoring developments closely, and continuing to work with residents to ensure they have the mobile and digital connectivity they need and are entitled to.”
Mr Whitby said he proposed to raise telecoms issues identified by residents in an an oral of written question to Government ministers. He agreed it was time that the telecoms sector provided a service comparable with the electricity and water industries that begin repairs with urgency.
The car pictured is partially blocking Parwich Hall front gate. It is reported as having been parked there for a fortnight. Anyone know who it belongs to?
Please could whoever owns the white Peugeot on Parsons Croft kindly move it to the opposite side of the car park where the hedge has been cut or contact Phil K or Lucy M. Phil is trying to arrange the completion of the hedge cutting but this can’t be done till the car is moved. Thank you
Derbyshire Dales MP John Whitby is concerned about the O2 outage in Parwich which is making life difficult for a significant number of us. He plans to come to the British Legion on Friday 24 October between 11am and midday to hear about the issues his constituents are experiencing. He has been in touch with O2 but, like us, has received no satisfactory explanation for the outage and why it is taking so long to fix. My understanding is that he has been in touch with the appropriate minister at the Department of Science Innovation and Technology which oversees the sector.
So do come along on Friday 24 October to tell him how the outage is affecting you.
Thanks to everyone who has contributed to the bonfire it is now at its maximum size so please can we ask that you no longer bring anymore large items to site.
See you on the 5th November. Remember that Country Girls Grill will be on site from 6.30pm serving hot food so even if you don’t want to watch the fireworks you can always grab some food 😁.
Derbyshire Dales MP John Whitby is concerned about the O2 outage in Parwich which is making life difficult for a significant number of us. He plans to come to the British Legion on Friday 24 October between 11am and midday to hear about the issues his constituents are experiencing. He has been in touch with O2 but, like us, has received no satisfactory explanation for the outage and why it is taking so long to fix. My understanding is that he has been in touch with the appropriate minister at the Department of Science Innovation and Technology which oversees the sector.
So do come along on Friday 24 October to tell him how the outage is affecting you.
The new film picks up two years after Downton Abbey: A New Era, with much of the film’s action centred on the scandal a divorce.
Elsewhere, the question of Downton’s future is always on the table, with many wondering what will become of the fortune left from the wealthy family of Cora Crawley, Countess of Grantham (Elizabeth McGovern).
When Mary finds herself in a public scandal and the family faces financial trouble, the household grapples with the threat of social disgrace. The Crawleys must embrace change with the next generation leading Downton Abbey into the future. Bringing back original cast members, including Hugh Bonneville, Michelle Dockery, and Elizabeth McGovern, Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale follows the family and their staff as they enter the 1930s and lead Downton Abbey into the future.
Left over from plant sale. Just help your self to any of the shrubs, herbaceous plants and house plants as per the photos left by the road side outside Church Farm, Creamery Lane, Parwich.
This weekend’s rate is £0.5070 ppl* for the Parwich, Tissington & Bradbourne Heating Oil Club
Reports of a global oversupply means Brent Crude stays just below $64 a barrel this week. However, pre-winter demand for heating oil product in the UK has put strain on a number of terminals leading to a longer delivery times and higher prices in some areas.
PRE-WINTER TIP: Check your tank for access, cracks or damage – Drivers need to be able to inspect at least 3 sides of the tank to ensure there is no damage or cracks before they deliver fuel.
Estimated delivery times are currently 7 to 10 working days from when club orders close on Monday, and are subject to weather and supply conditions. If you are low, or have less than 5 weeks supply left, this order may not suitable.
* This weekend’s offer terms:
Rate:
£0.5070 (pence per litre excluding vat – 5% for Domestic use. There are no surcharges or admin fees)
Minimum order:
500 Litres (Please note some suppliers may make a surcharge if they deliver less than the min qty)
Heating oil type:
Kerosene (28 second) heating oil – Bulk rate.
Order and pay by date:
Orders with payment information submitted by 11.30 am Monday morning will be included with on this order. However the supplier may withdraw this offer at any time this weekend so please order early if you wish to order. (Closing time subject to change without notice so please add your order as soon as possible. Orders made after the group offer has closed will not be included. Please check the order screen for any updates)
*Estimated delivery window:
Estimated delivery within 10 working days from club order on Monday. If you are low on oil this order will not be suitable. This supplier has 4 wheeler & standard 6 wheeler tankers. (No baby/midi tankers) (Please allow plenty of time for delivery. If you are low this order may not be suitable) (Please note delivery times are estimated and subject to change due to adverse weather conditions or unforeseen circumstances.)
Debit Card:
The supplier accepts debit cards (No surcharge or admin fees).
Credit Card:
The supplier DOES accept credit cards (No Surcharge or admin fees).
Next order date:
Our next order date after this weekend is in 1 weeks time, on the 19th October 2025. order dates are subject to enough group orders to secure bulk rates.
The village bonfire and fireworks will take place on Wednesday 5th November, 7pm on Parsons Croft. Now the cricket season is over please start taking your branches to the same site as last year. Please respect the cricket square.
Country Girls Grill will be attending to keep us happy and fed. They will be serving from 6.30 – 8.30pm. Drinks will be available in the pavilion (proceeds go to the Parwich Carnival and Recreation Committee).
Any questions or if you have a prize to donate to the raffle just let me know lucywigley@googlemail.com
The joint Anglican and Methodist Harvest Festival Service will be held on Sunday 12th October @ 11.15am at St. Peters Church Parwich, the service will be led by Rev. Nicola McNally. We are collecting food for the Food Bank in Ashbourne who are asking for tinned vegetables, tinned meat, tinned main meals, coffee, toothpaste and any other foods or toiletries. Please leave your harvest gifts in Church or bring them to the Service.
There will be tea/coffee and cake/biscuits after the service so do come and join us.
The new film picks up two years after Downton Abbey: A New Era, with much of the film’s action centred on the scandal a divorce.
Elsewhere, the question of Downton’s future is always on the table, with many wondering what will become of the fortune left from the wealthy family of Cora Crawley, Countess of Grantham (Elizabeth McGovern).
When Mary finds herself in a public scandal and the family faces financial trouble, the household grapples with the threat of social disgrace. The Crawleys must embrace change with the next generation leading Downton Abbey into the future. Bringing back original cast members, including Hugh Bonneville, Michelle Dockery, and Elizabeth McGovern, Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale follows the family and their staff as they enter the 1930s and lead Downton Abbey into the future.
Thank you to all who have already bought plants. There are still trees, shrubs, herbaceous plants and house plants. The sale will continue until Monday 13th October with additional trees and plants now added.
The herbaceous plants are reduced to half the shown price.
If interested just knock on the front door for more information
Residents will see from the agenda that it includes provision to make arrangements for the retirement of the Clerk. After nearly ten years in this role I have decided that the time commitment necessary is more than I wish to continue to commit to. Unfortunately much of this is associated with the ever increasing requirements Parish Councils are expected to comply with. But I also hope that after this amount of time the Council will benefit from the fresh input and experience that another Clerk could bring.
The timing of this decision has been carefully considered in relation to the normal cycle of meetings, auditing, budgeting and Council elections so as to cause as little disruption as possible. None the less, some impact on the activities of the Council may be inevitable.
When advertising for the post begins it will be open to residents as well as those outside the village to apply. It is not necessarily a requirement that they have current, or previous, experience, or qualifications, as a Clerk. It is possible, as I did, to make use of suitable training and on-line resources to learn how to fulfil the role.
I will be supporting the Council, and residents, through this transition.
I have found my time as Clerk interesting to say the least. I would like to thank all those who have helped me over the years, especially present and former Councillors.
The joint Anglican and Methodist Harvest Festival Service will be held on Sunday 12th October @ 11.15am at St. Peters Church Parwich, the service will be led by Rev. Nicola McNally. We are collecting food for the Food Bank in Ashbourne who are asking for tinned vegetables, tinned meat, tinned main meals, coffee, toothpaste and any other foods or toiletries. Please leave your harvest gifts in Church or bring them to the Service.
There will be tea/coffee and cake/biscuits after the service so do come and join us.
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