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The crash happened on Thursday afternoon in Brigg, Lincolnshire Police say.

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John Reid Trucking Limited, in Brigg, typically buys more than 20,000 litres of fuel a week.

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North Lincolnshire Council has approved a balanced budget that protects vital support for vulnerable residents while continuing to invest in roads, regeneration, flood resilience and local communities.

Despite reduced Government funding, rising costs and growing demand for essential services, the council has agreed a clear and disciplined financial plan focused on stability, protection and long-term value.

Around 80 per cent of council spending directly supports vulnerable adults, children and local communities – services that are not provided by any other organisation.

The budget safeguards care and support for older and disabled residents, maintains the council’s long-term financial sustainability and continues to back businesses to create secure, well-paid jobs.

Cllr Rob Waltham said: “This is a responsible budget for challenging times. We have protected the things that matter most – particularly support for vulnerable residents – while continuing to invest in North Lincolnshire’s future.

“National decisions have increased costs for councils without fully funding them. We will not hollow out essential services for short-term gain. This plan is balanced, disciplined and focused on long-term stability.”

Higher employer National Insurance contributions, Living Wage uplifts and sustained inflationary pressures have driven significant increases in workforce costs, with more than £6m added to social care costs alone this year.

The Government settlement does not fully fund those increases, leaving councils expected to bridge the gap.

Cllr Waltham added: “The Government has chosen to cut funding to councils. This budget is not about expansion – it is about protection.

“It preserves frontline support and ensures the council remains financially resilient in the face of externally driven cost pressures. More than 80 per cent of our capital investment programme is funded through external grants rather than local taxation, and our ongoing efficiency programme continues to reshape services around prevention and long-term value rather than crisis response.”

The budget commits more than £200m over the next four years to infrastructure, regeneration and community facilities – strengthening town centres, protecting homes from flooding, supporting economic growth and improving local environments.

Budget highlights include:

• £20m for highways improvements from April
• £10m investment in schools across North Lincolnshire
• £3m grant pot for rural communities
• Creation of an additional 100 new special educational needs school places
• Multi-million-pound leisure refurbishments at Pods and Riddings & Quibell Park
• Investment in Scunthorpe community centres
• Development of the Ashby Hub
• Tree-planting target increased to 750,000
• Free swimming during Easter and summer holidays for children and young people
• Free books for all children up to the age of five
• Free car parking in Ashby, Brigg and Scunthorpe
• Continued support for the Armed Forces community
• Weekly brown bin collections with no additional charge
• £5m for flood protection across the Isle and along the Humber bank
• Completion of the Burringham Bypass
• Expansion of Sir John Mason House, adding five new rooms

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The Brigg Neighbourhood Policing Teams community engagements for February 2026.

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Pensioners across North Lincolnshire are being urged to act quickly, with just 1,000 free air fryers remaining under the council’s hugely popular energy-saving cooking scheme.

Around 15,000 residents have already benefited from free appliances designed to help people eat well while cutting household energy bills. But with stock limited, this is a last opportunity for eligible pensioners who have not yet applied.

Cllr Rob Waltham, leader of North Lincolnshire Council, said: “This scheme has already helped thousands of pensioners save money and stay healthy – and now we’re down to the final appliances.

“If you’re eligible and haven’t applied yet, don’t miss out. Once these are gone, they’re gone.”

Each eligible household can receive one energy-efficient cooking appliance, including an air fryer, along with access to free healthy cooking sessions to help people get the most out of it.

Cllr Tim Mitchell, cabinet member for sustainability and transformation, added: “We’re genuinely sorry that the scheme is now drawing to a close, because we know how much of a difference these appliances make to people’s everyday lives.

“The last thing we want is for pensioners who would really benefit to miss out simply because they didn’t realise time was running out.

“If you’re eligible and haven’t applied yet, please do so now – this support is there to be used.”

How to apply – before it’s too late

Pensioners can apply quickly and easily by:

• Completing the online application form, or
• Visiting a local community hub in Ashby, Barton, Brigg, Crowle, Epworth or Scunthorpe, where staff can help with registration.
• Contact your ward councillor for help and assistance to apply.

Appliances are available for collection from community hubs.

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Brigg’s historic Buttercross is looking its best again, thanks to a community grant that has funded two brand-new flags proudly flying in the town centre.

The Union Jack and Lincolnshire flag have replaced the previous set, which had been in place since 2020 and were beginning to show signs of wear.

The refresh has brought a bright new look to the much-loved landmark, celebrating both national pride and Lincolnshire heritage.

In addition, a St George’s Flag has been purchased to fly at the Monument Roundabout War Memorial on St George’s Day, marking the occasion and honouring the town’s history and community spirit.

The new flags were made possible thanks to a £290 Community Grant from North Lincolnshire Council to Brigg Town Council.

Cllr Rob Waltham, leader of North Lincolnshire Council, said: “Brigg’s Buttercross is a real focal point for the town and somewhere people feel proud of. Sometimes it’s the small touches that make a big difference, and these new flags help keep the area looking smart and cared for.

“Our Community Grant Fund is all about supporting projects that matter to local people – whether that’s improving safety, celebrating heritage or enhancing public spaces. It’s great to see this funding helping to maintain such an important part of Brigg’s identity.”

Since launching in 2011, the Community Grant Fund has supported hundreds of projects across North Lincolnshire – from village improvements and safety schemes to sports, arts and cultural initiatives.

If you have an idea that could make a difference in your community, visit the community grants page to find out how to apply.

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Residents and businesses in Brigg can from tomorrow, Friday 23 January, access face-to-face banking services locally at the new banking hub within The Angel community hub.

The new hub allows customers of all major banks to carry out everyday banking transactions in one convenient location, including cash withdrawals and deposits, balance checks and bill payments. The hub will also offer access to community bankers on designated days, providing private, in-person support for more complex banking queries.

The banking hub is delivered by Cash Access UK, the organisation established to protect access to cash and essential banking services in communities across the country.

Cllr Rob Waltham, leader, North Lincolnshire Council, said: “The opening of a new banking hub at The Angel in Brigg is a really positive step for the town, protecting access to face-to-face banking while strengthening a community hub that already brings together services, learning, heritage and social space in one place.

“We have been working with local MP Martin Vickers and the banking hub for months to secure a site and are continuing to secure a permanent site, which we hope will be done in the next couple of months.”

Located within The Angel, the banking hub sits alongside the existing community hub offer, which includes a café, library services and space run by Brigg Heritage Society – further strengthening the building’s role as a focal point for the town.

Cllr Carl Sherwood, cabinet member for safer, stronger communities (rural), said: “For many people and small businesses, especially in rural areas, access to local banking services really matters.

“Bringing a banking hub into an established community space in Brigg makes services easier to reach, supports the town centre, and helps people continue to manage their day-to-day finances locally.”

The hub will be open Monday to Friday from 9am to 5pm, providing a practical solution for residents and local businesses who rely on access to cash and in-person banking, while supporting footfall and activity in Brigg town centre.

Residents can find out more about the services available at the banking hub, including community banker days, by visiting the Cash Access UK website.

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A new brown visitor sign is helping guide more people to one of North Lincolnshire’s most distinctive historic landmarks – the Wrawby Postmill.

Funded by North Lincolnshire Council through UKSPF, the sign is designed to make it easier for visitors travelling through the area to discover the Grade II* listed windmill, raising its profile and supporting the volunteers who keep it running.

Cllr Rob Waltham, leader, North Lincolnshire Council, said: “North Lincolnshire is rich in history and heritage, and it’s vital we protect and enhance it.

“Little things like this can make a big difference – helping people discover places they might otherwise pass by, supporting volunteers, and strengthening local pride in the places that make our area unique.”

Built in the late 18th century, Wrawby Postmill is one of fewer than 45 surviving post mills in the UK and one of the very few still operational. Sitting proudly on a hill overlooking the Ancholme Valley and the market town of Brigg, the mill remains a striking reminder of Lincolnshire’s agricultural past.

Susan Day, secretary, Wrawby Windmill Society,  said: “It’s like heading to Windsor Castle now – these signs tell you something special is nearby.

“For a place like Wrawby Post Mill, which is run entirely by volunteers, being clearly signposted makes a huge difference. It tells people this is worth visiting, worth protecting, and very much part of our national story.”

After falling into disrepair in the mid-20th century, Wrawby Postmill was rescued by the Wrawby Windmill Preservation Society in the 1960s and reopened to the public in 1965. Since then, it has been maintained and operated entirely by volunteers, who manually turn the whole body of the mill to face the wind using a traditional tailpole.

The mill is open to visitors on bank holidays between April and August, as well as selected Sundays during the summer. Entry is free, with donations welcomed. Group and school visits can also be arranged by appointment, offering hands-on learning about traditional milling, engineering and rural life.

With opening hours dependent on volunteer availability, the society is always keen to hear from anyone interested in helping to keep the sails turning – whether by supporting open days, assisting with maintenance, or getting involved behind the scenes.

More information about visiting Wrawby Postmill, arranging group bookings, or volunteering can be found via the Wrawby Windmill Society website.

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A major milestone has been reached in the delivery of the Barton link road, with a contractor now appointed to build the scheme – marking the move from plans to delivery.

North Lincolnshire Council has confirmed Jackson Civil Engineering Group as the delivery partner for the project, which will improve safety, reduce pressure on existing routes and create new opportunities for walking, cycling and healthier everyday journeys around Barton-upon-Humber.

Cllr Rob Waltham, leader, North Lincolnshire Council, said: “Appointing a contractor means this scheme is now firmly in delivery, turning years of planning into visible progress that will benefit people who live, work and travel in and around Barton.

“We committed to delivering this and we’ve kept our promise – many people have pushed hard to get things to this point, its great to see we are at the point of delivery.”

The road forms a key part of the town’s wider regeneration programme and will be delivered alongside improvements to the A1077 corridor.

Together, these works will make it easier to move around Barton, improve reliability for local journeys and create safer, more attractive routes for residents, businesses and visitors.

The scheme is funded through Barton’s £19.7m allocation from the Levelling Up Fund, focused on practical improvements that residents can see and use.

The wider programme of works includes new and improved active travel routes, making walking and cycling safer and more appealing and a mobility hub at Barton railway station, improving links between rail, cycling and pedestrian routes.

It also includes green corridors, with new tree planting and hedgerows to strengthen biodiversity, improve air quality and create more attractive routes through the town.

Cllr Chris Patterson, cabinet member for healthy lives and places, said: “This scheme is about creating healthier, greener and more connected places.

“By linking new cycle and walking routes with green corridors, tree planting and safer roads, we’re making it easier for people to build active travel into everyday life – whether that’s walking to the station, cycling to work or enjoying the town’s open spaces.”

Martin Vickers, MP for Brigg and Immingham, welcomed the announcement. He said: “What’s encouraging in Barton is that plans are now translating into visible progress. When community priorities are backed by investment and delivery on the ground, it builds real confidence that things are moving in the right direction.”

The road builds on wider recent investment in Barton-upon-Humber, including the adoption of the Barton-upon-Humber Neighbourhood Plan, backed by strong community support, and improvements to local parks and play spaces such as the Humber Bridge Play Park and Water’s Edge Country Park.

All works are scheduled to be completed by March 2027, with progress closely monitored to ensure the scheme delivers lasting benefits for Barton-upon-Humber.

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