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A planning application to demolish a number of properties along the Bridge and Commercial Road and create a new gated vehicle entrance to Leale's Yard has been broadly welcomed by the Vale Constables.

A reminder of the north of the island's colourful and competitive past is set to go on display later this summer thanks to the Vale and St Sampson's Douzaines and some diligent detective work by the North Regatta Association.

The age of the Neolithic tomb at Les Fouaillages on L'Ancresse Common may be determined more accurately, making it even older, if Planners allow States Archaeologist Dr Philip de Jersey to carry out a limited and specialised dig there.

A wide range of topics were covered at the May Douzaine surgery and one of the Vale douzeniers attending said afterwards that it was clear parishioners appreciated the opportunity of speaking directly to a States member who was also resident in the parish.

Another Vale Douzaine surgery is being held on Saturday and it has just been announced that the special guest this week will be Bruno Kay-Mouat, a parish resident deputy who entered the States at the general election last year.

A tireless campaigner for the Bridge who wants to provide a safe space for youngsters is being supported by the Vale Constables in her latest battle to reopen a refreshment stand for them.

Odd devices that have appeared on roads in the Vale have been revealed as sophisticated traffic detectors that will be used to monitor traffic in the north of the island and elsewhere.

A wide range of topics were discussed on Saturday at the Vale Douzaine's second parish surgery, which was chaired by Anne Setters with Deputy Lee Van Katwyk and the Neighbourhood Police Team's PC Alex Moore as special guests.

Older Vale parishioners who remained in the island or who were evacuated during the Occupation are being reminded that they have just a few days left in which to try to claim a free commemorative Liberation Day hamper.

The second Vale Douzaine surgery is being held on Saturday and parish resident deputy Lee Van Katwyk will be there along with Vale Douzeniers to meet parishioners and listen to the topics they raise.