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A5 Pedestrian Safety Assessment Report, March 2020
The attached pedestrian safety report was commissioned by Towcester Town Council to look into concerns of pedestrian safety and vehicle speeds travelling along the A5 between Jenkinson Road and the new Furlongs housing estate opposite Towcester Racecourse. The data was collected at the beginning of March and recorded the volume and speed of vehicles as well as pedestrian movements along this section... Read More »
Posted: Mon, 11 May 2020 15:13 by Lizzi Bucklow-Holt
Besse's Lane Temporary Closure 1-5 June
Wilby Tree Surgeons are intending on carrying out tree works along a section of Besse's Lane between Burcote Road and Earls Farm Way. To undertake these works safely will require that the road is closed from the 1st June for up to five days.
The closure and diversion can be viewed here https://one.network/?tm=117244306
Posted: Mon, 11 May 2020 09:10 by Lizzi Bucklow-Holt
Celebrate VE Day 75 from home
Everyone is being invited to participate in VE Day 75 on Friday 8th May 2020 from the safety of their own home. There are a number of ways people can take part in the celebrations:
- The Royal British Legion has announced a programme of activities including:
- National moments of Remembrance and thanksgiving, including a Two Minute Silence at 11am
- A live VE Day 75 livestream at 11.15am
- A VE Day learning pack... Read More »
Posted: Tue, 05 May 2020 10:13 by Lizzi Bucklow-Holt
Stay home. Stay connected. Stay Cyber Aware
Cyber Aware is the UK government's advice on how to stay secure online during coronavirus.
Many of us are spending more time online. Keep yourself and your family secure by following our advice.
Reports of fraud, scams and phishing emails, particularly relating to the coronavirus, are on the increase. Here are some tips:
Don't click on the links or attachments in suspicious emails, and never respond to... Read More »
Posted: Tue, 21 Apr 2020 10:48 by Lizzi Bucklow-Holt
Towcester Steps Up To Combat Coronavirus
Towcester Town Council has produced an A4 leaflet which gives details of the Coronavirus helpline set up by Northamptonshire County Council for vulnerable residents and a link for volunteers to register to help, as well as current advice to reduce the spread of the virus.
The plan is to distribute batches of leaflets around Towcester to shops and outlets that remain open and will be available to pick... Read More »
Posted: Mon, 20 Apr 2020 15:10 by Lizzi Bucklow-Holt
Consultation for development of land at Tiffield Lane
Developers IM Properties, have released online consultation documents in place of a public exhibition, due to the Covid-19 outbreak, for the proposed development of land at Tiffield Lane.
All consultation documents can be accessed at www.landattiffieldlane.co.uk
Feedback on the proposals should be submitted by Friday, 8th May in the 'Have your say' section of their website.
To request copies of the consultation... Read More »
Posted: Mon, 20 Apr 2020 10:56 by Lizzi Bucklow-Holt
Support for South Northamptonshire businesses
An online system through which businesses can apply for grants during the Coronavirus emergency, has been launched by South Northamptonshire Council (SNC).
The grant support scheme is aimed mainly at supporting small businesses which were forced to close by the UK Government.
To apply, and to read the Governments FAQs on the scheme, visit - www.southnorthants.gov.uk/COVID-19-business-grants.
SNC is set... Read More »
Posted: Tue, 07 Apr 2020 12:10 by Lizzi Bucklow-Holt
Home Support App To Help Victims of Crime During Social Distancing
Voice for Victims and Witnesses - the free, confidential support service for victims and witnesses of crime in Northamptonshire - has released the Voice Home Support Hub app, to help people cope and recover from the effects of crime during social distancing.
The app is available for download now, for free, here…
The lockdown measures imposed to help stop the spread of Covid-19 have, for many,... Read More »
Posted: Mon, 06 Apr 2020 09:59 by Lizzi Bucklow-Holt
New Coronavirus support line launched
A new support line has been launched to support the most vulnerable members of our community.
The new support line - which can be reached on 0300 126 1000 (Option 5) - allows those who cannot leave their homes under current restrictions and those who have nobody to call upon for help, to request support in getting access to food, prescriptions and other vital services that they require.
There are a large... Read More »
Posted: Thu, 02 Apr 2020 09:06 by Lizzi Bucklow-Holt
Covid-19 Health & Safety Risk Assessment for Businesses
Covid-19 Health & Safety Risk Assessment for Businesses
HSENI has produced an example risk assessment which shows the kind of approach HSENI expects a small business or workplace to take when carrying out a risk assessment for COVID-19 in the workplace.
Click link above for more info.
Posted: Mon, 30 Mar 2020 15:58 by Liz
