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Next Council Meeting The agenda has now been published for the next Parish Council meeting on Weds 3rd March. You're welcome to have your say at the Open Forum at 7:15pm and observe the meeting in full. The agenda and details of how to join the online meeting are on our Meetings page.
Planning Applications A new Planning Application for Old School House has been recieved. There is also a live consultation concerning a new home on the B3180. More details on our Planning page.
Litter Thanks for all your help with litter picking and reporting. If you're curious the Litter Log is here, showing the recurrent and random problems that the Council is getting sorted.
Lockdown Breaches If you want to let the Police know about breaches of the Lockdown rules use this link.
Census 21 Just to give you advance warning about the 2021 Census which takes place this year. You'll hear a lot more in the run up to Census Day on Sunday 21st March.
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Beware of Covid Pandemic Scams
We have been alerted ,
by different sources, to a scam that is now in
wider circulation. It
starts with a text and advises the user that they
are eligible to apply
for the vaccine.
Users are then
invited to click on the link in the text message and are
taken to a web
page, again that looks very convincing. It goes on to ask
for some
personal information, for them to apply
for the vaccine.
The details asked for:
• Name • Address • Date of birth • Proof of address
• Card payment details
With the recent
approval of multiple vaccines in the UK, these types of
scam attempts
are likely to continue, as fraudsters continue to take
advantage of the
rollout to so many people.
An example of the
Fake Text published by the National Neighbourhood Watch Network is shown here. Recipients are advised to report this to
Action Fraud on 0300 123 2040 or
www.actionfraud.police.uk.
Trading Standards have issued advice on doorstep, phone and online scams too. They also encourage reporting attempts or problems to Action Fraud. Read their advice here.
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We're in National Lockdown
Stay at Home
For a summary of what you can and can't do please follow this link to the Government's webpage.
If you want to know the restrictions for any area the BBC has a really useful service on this webpage. Just enter a postcode and the restrictions are clearly explained.
Remember the instruction to wash hands, protect your face and keep socially distancing.
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Can you help if there's problems this winter?
You may well have seen the survey in Topics that the Council is using to know what help people are able to offer if there's winter emergencies. Anything you can offer would be much appreciated. Maybe you have a sleeping bag or some spare blankets you could lend someone if they have no power or heating. Perhaps you've got a 4x4 or a tractor and can help rescue someone stuck in a flood.
Complete the survey online here.
Alternatively, post the survey back to Jim (the clerk) at 8 Little Silver, Exeter, EX4 4HU, email a picture of it or text the picture to 07768 457590.
Hopefully we won't have any problems with bad weather this winter, but it's best to be prepared.
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The Play Area is Open
The Play Area will be open throughout the lockdown but everyone will need to be aware of Covid-19 when using the equipment. The virus is spread by touch so please clean the gates, equipment etc before use. We've posted this sign to advise users
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More Covid-19 (Coronavirus) Information
Please stay safe and follow the guidance from the government.
If you think you may have the virus use the NHS 111 online service here.
If you want to know what the symptoms are and how to protect yourself check here.
For details of Council services, advice for residents, businesses, employers and employees go to the EDDC website here.
If you're worried about money there is a hardship fund. More details here.
The latest update from East Devon District Council for residents is here (19th February). It opens the relevant page the EDDC website.
The dedicated EDDC update for business (22nd February) is here.
The latest update from Devon County Council (23rd February) is here.
If you need help and cannot get hold of friends or neighbours you can use this window notice.
The Council has set up a local group in response to the
Covid 19 crisis, it's called ALERT (Aylesbeare Local
Emergency Response Team). By now you should have received this guidance note through your letterbox.
If you or someone
you know needs help please email Aylesbearepc@yahoo.com or telephone 01392 202692.
ALERT is also looking for volunteers. If you would like to
offer support please email Councillor Anna Thompson cllrannathompson@hotmail.com
The Parish Council will continue to operate throughout the virus period
so contact the Clerk (Jim Roberts, 07768 457590 or 01392 202692, clerk@aylesbeareparishcouncil.co.uk) if necessary.
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Beware of Covid 19 Test and Trace Scams
Criminals are trying to cash in on the new NHS Test and Trace process by sending out emails and texts, or phoning directly, to tell people that they have been in contact with a person who has the virus. They then demand money for tests or tracing information. Remember - Ignore these messages; you NEVER have to pay for an NHS Covid 19 test or trace.
The NHS Test and Trace website says
The NHS Test and Trace service will not:
- ask for bank details or payments
- ask for details of any other accounts, such as social media
- ask you to set up a password or PIN number over the phone
- ask you to call a premium rate number, such as those starting 09 or 087
For more information please check the NHS website.
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Citizens Advice Bureau Ready to Help
Last year the CAB helped 16 residents of Aylesbeare and, despite the lockdown, they are still here to help. The offices may be closed but there is a service 5 days a week online via their website, email, the CAB Facebook page or on the phone.
........................................................ Reminder About Footpaths & Coronavirus
Please remember to
- Close all gates safely using gloves (the virus can live on surfaces)
- Keep dogs under control
- Stick to the designated footpaths
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Community Infrastructure Levy
We have received funds from local developers (called the Community Infrastructure Levy or CIL) that we can spend in our Parish, subject to certain conditions. Up to March 2020 we had received £807.28 with more being paid to us this year. The Council are holding on to the money and may spend it on some new sports and/or play equipment that the community has identified.
The report of the income and expenditure is here.