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What parish and town councils and councillors do
Parish and town councils and councillors make a massive difference to local people's quality of life. They are passionate about their communities and seek to make a change to help improve their residents' lives.
What parish and town councils do
Parish and town councils run numerous services, depending...
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Reducing Fire Risks in the Countryside
Follow the Countryside Code, avoid open fires except in designated areas, and always extinguish smoking materials completely before disposal
Key Prevention Measures
Avoid open fires in the countryside unless in safe, designated areas
Do not use barbecues. If you use barbecues only do so where permitted and follow manufacturer’s safety instructions.
Extinguish cigarettes fully before disposal; never throw them from ...
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North and South Unitary is the decision
The seven leaders of Worcestershire’s councils have issued a joint statement.
“The debate is now over and we have a clear direction from the Government. Today, we come together to express our commitment to work collectively to make these new arrangements a success for residents, businesses and communities across the county.
“The decision also provides important clarity for staff across our councils, allowing us to fully focus on ...
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What You Need to Know About Your Phone & Broadband Service Upgrade
We understand you may have questions about the ‘digital switch-over’ or why you haven’t yet been contacted about upgrading your service, so we’d like to explain how this process works.
Different providers, different timelines
Not all providers are upgrading their customers at the same time. Companies such as Vodafone, TalkTalk, Sky or BT all use the Openreach network, but each is moving ...
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You may be aware that by January 2027, the UK's old copper phone network will be switched off. For older or vulnerable residents, particularly those with telecare alarms or no mobile phone, it can be confusing and potentially risky if they're not prepared in time.
These changes will affect everyone who has or relies on a home phone, particularly for a telecare alarm, medical device, or burglar alarm. With less than a year to go before the switchover, ignoring provider messages mean th...
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On this page we attempt to answer your questions about being a Parish Councillor.
What does the Parish Council do?
The Parish Council is the lowest tier of local government – and represents the communities across Grimley Parish. This includes Sinton Green, Worlds End, Oakhall Green, Birchall Green, Monkwood Green, Moseley, Grimley and the community along Walton Lane. The council has little power but a reasonable amount of influence. A prime example of this is planning applicatio...
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