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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
Stagecoach Temporary Timetables from 30th March 2020
Stagecoach services and timetables are temporarily changing due to COVID-19
Following government advice to limit non-essential travel, Stagecoach are making changes to their services and timetables from Monday 30 March 2020.
The changes ensure that essential routes are maintained wherever possible. Please make sure you've got the most up-to-date information.
At the moment, the latest information won't... Read More »
Posted: Tue, 24 Mar 2020 13:14 by Liz
Calling all good samaritans and community volunteers - please register
CALLING ALL POP-UP SAMARITANS AND COMMUNITY GROUPS IN THE FIGHT AGAINST COVID-19
Pop-up Good Samaritans and community groups keen to get involved in the fight against the Coronavirus are being urged to make themselves known to the Northamptonshire COVID-19 Community Resilience team, to ensure there is adequate support across the county for people in at risk groups, those living alone and those self-isolating... Read More »
Posted: Tue, 24 Mar 2020 11:16 by Liz