Nettlebed is getting a Deep Clean!

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South Oxfordshire District Council Deep Cleanse department will be spending a few days in each Parish/Town across South Oxfordshire to perform a deep cleanse. It will be Nettlebed's turn for a clean up for three days from 5-7 October, they will be litter picking, sweeping and removing weeds/moss on pavements. They will not spray weeds, cut grass or vegetation or remove weeds and moss that is on roads and will only clear land to which the public is permitted access and that is under the direct control of the district council. If there is anywhere in particular that you would like to be cleaned, please respond to parish.clerk@nettlebed-pc.org.uk Tel: 01491 614815 giving details of the work required which will be prioritised accordingly. ...
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Parking charges to be re-introduced from Monday 8 June

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SODC will re-introduce parking charges in our car parks.  This follows the government’s announcement that outdoor markets and car showrooms are to re-open on 1 June and non-essential retail on 15 June. This move will help to improve the availability of parking spaces as people start to visit local shops again and encourage them to consider using more sustainable travel methods when visiting our town centres. Car parks will operate as normal, so users must display a ticket, including the free charging periods.  Normal rates will apply.  We will also start issuing new permits and re-issuing permits to anyone who’s permit would’ve expired during the lockdown.   NHS staff and care workers who display a national COVID-19 parking pass can continue to park for free – to claim a pass, they need to email carparks.southandvale.uk@sabagroup.com, with proof of their employment ...
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Neighbourhood Watch

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With the lockdown remaining fully in place in Wales and measures in England altering, Neighbourhood Watch groups continue to support individuals and their communities to adapt, stay safe and manage the situation.We have been collecting stories of all the amazing work going on, several of which are in this newsletter. "The range of support offered is fantastic and a real testament to how Neighbourhood Watch groups all across England and Wales have stood up to support others and their communities".John Hayward-Cripps, CEO, Neighbourhood Watch NetworkWe are fast approaching the annual Neighbourhood Watch Week, 7th - 13th June, and there is lots of information in this newsletter on how to get involved and get active in celebrating your neighbours. If you have plans to get involved, let us know by emailing enquiries@ourwatch.org.uk so we can support you. This year we have slightly separate messages for our English and Welsh supporters in line with the Government's guidance.  Both versions can be accessed on our website here. Happy...
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Domestic Abuse Engage Session – Thursday 28 May

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Tomorrow, between 6pm – 8pm, Thames Valley Police and support organisations will be holding a live Domestic Abuse Q&A session on the TVP Engage website. www.tvpengage.co.uk Are you experiencing domestic abuse, or are you worried about a family member, friend, neighbour or colleague? You can send us your questions on the TVP Engage website and our panel of experts will be able to provide answers and guidance, both publicly and privately. How can I join the conversation and send my question? Go on the TVP Engage website www.tvpengage.co.uk between 6pm to 8pm.- Once you arrive on the TVP Engage website, you can type in your question;You will need to add a name that will appear next to your question in the question stream. If you do not want your real name to be displayed, you can use an alternative name;Questions will be visible in the questions stream only once they are answered, so it might take a few minutes until you will see your...
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Nettlebed Parish Council has two vacancies for Parish Councillors

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Do you want to make a positive difference in our village? Would you like to influence decisions that affect your community? You need to be willing to give up some of your time. How much time depends on you and your commitment to work for your community without being paid. The parish council meets on the first Wednesday of each month (except August and December). Meetings usually last up to two hours. You must be aged 18 or over, an elector and have been a resident or worked within 3 miles of the Parish for the last year. If you would like to be considered please contact the Parish Clerk with your application.em. parish.clerk@nettlebed-pc.org.uk Would you like to influence decisions that affect your community? You need to be willing to give up some of your time. How much time depends on you and your commitment to work for your community without being paid. The parish council meets on the first Wednesday of each month (except August and December)....
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Warning about COVID-19 related scams

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Please watch out for criminals attempting to use the publicity around COVID-19 as a chance to target you with fraudulent emails, phone calls, text messages or door to door services. To help you stay safe please follow this advice on Covid-19 related scams  from Thames Valley Police.  If you’d like to receive regular updates you can also sign up to Thames Valley Alert Community Messaging. ...
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