Toft 2020

September
We end the month with national concerns about the increase in Coronavirus cases now with around 7000 a day.  At the beginning of the month 3 deaths a day were recorded but this has risen up to 70 by the end of the month. Linda has kicked off the community response team once again.
So, still not much activity in Toft.
As recorded elsewhere, the fine work that Jenny and Justin did to support the community during the lockdown was recognised with a village collection and a cheque has been presented to them. Unfortunately, the pleasure of this appreciation was tinged by news of a planning application for a new Co-op next to Bennell Farm. A petition in opposition was signed by over 500 people and many residents have posted comments online on the SCDC planning website.
The other issue of concern is the East West Railway, which is currently proposed to run within a few hundred yards of the village. There are other possible routes being pressed for by various parties, including the PC. It will be Jan 2021 before the detailed route options are presented for consultation by EWR.
But are we downhearted? Well yes, just a little.