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The Parish Council is aware that somebody has tried to block the cycle path by placing drawing pins on it. Whatever the motivation behind this, it is illegal to block or try to block a public right of way, which would include leaving dangerous hazards on the route. In addition there is a high risk […]

Sharing this from North Somerset Council: Opening of sites The opening of the sites is planned as follows: ·       Weston-Super-Mare recycling centre (Aisecome Way) will open on Monday 18th May. The centre will open on extended hours for the first five days Monday (18th) – Friday (22nd) from 6.30am to 7.30pm. From 23 May and thereafter revert to the usual summer […]

This week’s tips and activities during lockdown are money saving, planet friendly ideas.  See what you could save below. Ignoring food ‘best before dates’ Do the washing at a lower temperature Change your light bulbs Switch to green energy Save water Turn down the thermostat Ignoring food ‘best before’ dates – saves up to £700 […]

A heads up on an upcoming consultation: Residents and businesses will have the opportunity to engage in a two-stage consultation process this year on a plan that will shape the future growth of North Somerset. The North Somerset Local Plan will guide housing, business investment, transport and infrastructure in the district until 2038. North Somerset […]

It’s week two (week one is here) of our tips and activities during lockdown and this time it’s all about helping and attracting wildlife. With the arrival of spring all the birds, mammals, amphibians and insects are busily foraging for food, building nests and preparing for new arrivals. Here are some easy projects you can do […]

There is a series of government support schemes for businesses, to help them weather the COVID-19 crisis. This article by Business in North Somerset summarises all the the various schemes that are available to access. These include tax support, grants and loans, rates holidays/relief, sick pay compensation, retail grants, a job retention scheme and a £10K grant […]

In case anyone was wondering about the importance of Fairtrade to communities in the developing world, please take a look at this post from Fairtrade International: The news we’re hearing from the fields is devastating. Tens of thousands of workers in the tea and flower sectors have lost their livelihoods, most without any financial safety […]

Welcome to the Parish Council Climate Emergency Group lockdown tips and activities for you and your family and friends. We hope some of the ideas, web links and information below will help you keep busy and entertained at home, in the garden or if you are managing a daily walk. We’re starting with ideas for […]

Hope everyone’s keeping safe and well and hopefully enjoying your gardens and our outside spaces 🙂 This is just a reminder to all who collected a tree from the community market in January to please remember to water your newly planted tree as we’ve hardly had a drop of rain for a month! A good […]