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UKRANIAN DISASTER FUND: YOU CAN MAKE DONATIONS HERE
See our Local Groups page to find out what's on.
the Agenda for our next meeting on 28th June can be read here.
The end of Year Accounts to 31st MARCH 2022 are available for public inspection here or in hard copy on application to the clerk.
Download the EDDC App to your smart phone: You can report issues that are of concern, such as potholes, rubbish, repairs etc.
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Our thanks to Lord Clinton's Charitable Trust, which has awarded the Parish Council £1,320.00 to purchase a defibrillator. This has now been fitted in the Yettington phone box and is operational.
We have also been granted £2,875.00 towards a "Slow Down" sign, by Vision Zero which, subject to agreement with Highways, will be moveable, so we may now choose three different sites to use from time to time
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We need your assistance.
We have four vacancies on the Parish Council and need new members who care about the Parish and want to be involved in its development. Please get in touch if you would like to know more about becoming involved in your local community.
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Community Pub purchase of the Sir Walter Raleigh Public House
The Parish Council supported the purchase of the Sir Walter Raleigh public house. It is now owned by the Community. See www.sirwalterraleigh.co.uk for further information. |
Link to COVID ASSISTANCE AND INFORMATION FOR INDIVIDUALS, FAMILIES AND BUSINESSES
FLOODING: Be prepared. See our Emergency Plan for guidance |
LATEST NEWS
Open Up To Skills
A new initiative is being launched to provide training opportunities
for people working in
Devon’s catering, hospitality, leisure, retail and tourism sectors.
The “Open Up To Skills” project will support 700 additional training places to improve workforce skills and will also benefit businesses within these sectors as part of Devon County Council’s economic recovery response to the coronavirus pandemic.
The £450,000 project will provide training which will either upskill employees within their existing workplace or deliver new skills to improve the opportunities available to those seeking alternative employment within other sectors.
A wide range of skills support will be on offer covering everything from digital, financial and operational management skills to diversification into areas such as food hygiene, and other practical skills including customer service.
See details for Businesses and Employees:
https://skillslaunchpad.org.uk/skills/open-up-to-skills/
A new initiative is being launched to provide training opportunities
for people working in
Devon’s catering, hospitality, leisure, retail and tourism sectors.
The “Open Up To Skills” project will support 700 additional training places to improve workforce skills and will also benefit businesses within these sectors as part of Devon County Council’s economic recovery response to the coronavirus pandemic.
The £450,000 project will provide training which will either upskill employees within their existing workplace or deliver new skills to improve the opportunities available to those seeking alternative employment within other sectors.
A wide range of skills support will be on offer covering everything from digital, financial and operational management skills to diversification into areas such as food hygiene, and other practical skills including customer service.
See details for Businesses and Employees:
https://skillslaunchpad.org.uk/skills/open-up-to-skills/
Act Early PREVENT Safeguarding Campaign Counter Terrorism Policing campaign to encourage family and friends to be aware of the signs of radicalisation and share concerns. Campaign includes a short film and partner toolkit. You can also direct members of the public to the national PREVENT advice line: 0800 011 3764. Act Early has also teamed with Net Mums to raise awareness with parents & families. View the campaign here. Digital Safety - Counter Terrorism Policing’s Digital Safety resource with messages and signposting information for use in public facing comms. Online radicalisation – Safer Devon’s public facing campaign and short film to raise awareness of online radicalisation. Learning and development resources E-learning is an easy and effective way to increase your awareness of radicalisation and violent extremism. We encourage you to take ½ hr to refresh your knowledge. Current e-learning includes:
To report extremist online material, visit: https://www.gov.uk/report-terrorism or use the new iREPORTit app – download from Apple iOS Store and Android Store To report a hate crime or incident contact the police on 101 |
Business update: https://eastdevon.gov.uk/coronavirus-covid-19/latest-updates
Residents’ fortnightly update: https://eastdevon.gov.uk/coronavirus-covid-19/latest-updates
Devon County Council Updates. How to Stay Safe. Volunteers can support the NHS in a variety of roles.
Sign up to Priority Services Register if you are one of those identified as vulnerable by the NHS. This will help prioritise assistance in the event of a problem with power of any kind. Also see information on attending if there is a gas emergency.
Residents’ fortnightly update: https://eastdevon.gov.uk/coronavirus-covid-19/latest-updates
Devon County Council Updates. How to Stay Safe. Volunteers can support the NHS in a variety of roles.
Sign up to Priority Services Register if you are one of those identified as vulnerable by the NHS. This will help prioritise assistance in the event of a problem with power of any kind. Also see information on attending if there is a gas emergency.
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GREEEN HOMES GRANTS
Visit this site to find out if you are eligible for a grant towards home improvements/energy efficiency/ Solar Panels https://greenhomesgrant.campaign.gov.uk/ Also see www.ourplaceourplanet.org for ideas on how to help towards a carbon neutral future. This covers suggestions on Travel, Energy, Waste and Food Grant to Assist Installation of Electric Charging Points for Electric Cars – Electric Vehicle Home Charging Scheme. https://www.edfenergy.com/electric-cars/government-grants |
What to do if Covid-19 has impacted your personal and household finances More information about financial and food support for families and individuals in Devon is available on the Devon County website. The Government has published some useful advice if you are self-employed, claiming benefits or needing to make a claim for benefits and statutory sick pay – www.gov.uk/government/news/coronavirus-support-for-employees-benefit-claimants-and-businesses Assistant for families with data for Mobile Phones. See assistance Universal Credit Claims can be made |
ASSISTANCE AVAILABLE
Princes Trust opportunities for young people aged 18 to 30
Assistance in preparing to apply for work: www.wikijob.co.uk/
Assistance in preparing to apply for work: www.wikijob.co.uk/
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The NHS Every Mind Matters website provides expert advice, practical tips and information about how to look after your mental health and wellbeing and "make inside feel better"
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If NHS Test and Trace calls you by phone, the service will be using a single phone number which is: 0300 0135 000. The only website the service will ask you to visit is: https://contact-tracing.phe.gov.uk. Contact tracers will never ask you to dial a premium rate number, for bank or password details or to make any form of payment.
This is the most effective way of reporting problems such as fly tipping, fly posters, traffic problems, grass cutting. (You can also report potholes from the EDDC website). These automatic reports will get attended to much quicker than emailing a busy person in the department. Go to Google or Apple store to download. the app.
FLY TIPPING. Report it. Use the EDDC App on a smartphone for a quicker response.
To use the free GOV.UK Coronavirus Information Service on WhatsApp, simply add 07860 064422 in your phone contacts and then message the word ‘hi’ in a WhatsApp message to get started.
FLY TIPPING. Report it. Use the EDDC App on a smartphone for a quicker response.
To use the free GOV.UK Coronavirus Information Service on WhatsApp, simply add 07860 064422 in your phone contacts and then message the word ‘hi’ in a WhatsApp message to get started.
SCAMS IN THE AREA
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Phone calls are being received in respect of Loft Insulation. This is a scam. Do not respond and do not let anyone into your house. Police are aware.
Emails are being received that look like genuine Tax documents about a refund. This is a scam. HMRC will always write to you if you are due a refund. Emails are being received, looking as though they come from a parishioner, requesting financial help. This is a scam. If in doubt always telephone the person first on a local number to check. Text messages and emails are being received warning it is your last chance to update NHS information. This is a scam |
National Trading Standards Press Release on scam risks at https://www.nationaltradingstandards.uk/news/beware-of-covid19-scams/ Useful information available at https://www.friendsagainstscams.org.uk/
Talktalk scam email says your credit card details need updating. Do not click on the link. If in doubt check with www.talktalk.co.uk Royal Mail. Email says you must pay to receive a parcel. This is a scam. Do not give personal information. Emails are being received sayig your Census information is not complete. This is a scam. |
TRANSPORT
Local Management Outbreak Plan
Bus Timetables
https://www.traveldevon.info/bus/latest-news-service-updates/ Travel Devon
https://www.stagecoachbus.com/promos-and-offers/south-west/covid-19-timetables Stage Coach
Passenger Guidance https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/government/uploads/system/uploads/attachment_data/file/884507/passenger-guidance-infographic-document.pdf
Bus Timetables
https://www.traveldevon.info/bus/latest-news-service-updates/ Travel Devon
https://www.stagecoachbus.com/promos-and-offers/south-west/covid-19-timetables Stage Coach
Passenger Guidance https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/government/uploads/system/uploads/attachment_data/file/884507/passenger-guidance-infographic-document.pdf
LOCAL FOOD TAKEAWAY
Tom of The Wandering Pig, makes fresh Pizza outside the Village Hall every Tuesday evening.
Tom of The Wandering Pig, makes fresh Pizza outside the Village Hall every Tuesday evening.
OTHER NEWS
HELPING TO REDUCE FLOOD RISK IN EAST BUDLEIGH
If you own a property adjoining the Budleigh Brook in East Budleigh, you are also highly likely to own part of the adjoining brook, and if so, you are responsible for maintaining the bed and banks of the brook - an essential maintenance task to help minimise the risk of flooding. If you own a property adjoining the brook, please read the document "Help Reduce Flood Risk in East Budleigh". This is important, as if an owner fails to suitably maintain their part of the brook, they may face legal action!
In case of flooding in East Budleigh, new sand bags are now stored at the side storage shed of the East Budleigh Community Shop. If emergency access to these sand bags is required, please contact John Tresidder on 07999 837686
BLOCKED DRAINS IN THE ROAD
Have you noticed any blocked drains in the roads around the Parish? Want to get them cleared? You can report a new problem by calling Devon County Council's Customer Service Centre on 0345 155 1004. Alternatively, go to the Report a Problem page on Devon County Council Web site and select Flooding and Blocked Drains (this gives you a map on which to pinpoint the location, and a text box to describe the issue - and you can even upload photos if you wish). Once this has been reported, you should then be able to then track progress on the issue by going to go to Devon County Council web site
BONFIRES
We ask our Parishioners to be considerate to others when thinking of lighting a bonfire. The smoke can be both irritating and a health hazard. Lighting a bonfire should always be a last resort. EDDC's guidance on bonfires can be viewed here.