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HRH Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh 1921-2021
Hagley Parish Council are sad to hear of the death of His Royal Highness Prince Philip, the Duke of Edinburgh. We extend our condolences to Her Majesty the Queen and Members of the Royal Family. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Those wishing to place flowers can do so at the Hagley War Memorial at the top of Park Road. Please remove all plastic wrapping before you lay your flowers. The flowers laid will be removed the week beginning 19th April. Please ensure social distancing rules are adhered to should you visit the war memorial. |
Covid-19
We would like to express our thanks to all residents who are helping relatives and neighbours during these challenging times and hope you are able to continue to do so. If you are in need of help or know someone who needs help or you would like to offer your assistance, please contact: Life Central Church in partnership with Hagley Parish Council are able to help, please call 0121 501 3542 or email clerk@hagleyprsihcouncil.gov.uk or Worcestershire Here2Help website (www.worcestershire.gov.uk/Here2Help) which is the County website where anyone in Worcestershire can register if they are in need of support or would like to offer their help. BDC, RBC, BARN and others are working with colleagues at the County Council to try and help ensure co-ordination locally. or ‘Support Bromsgrove’ www.supportbromsgrove.com – For anyone in need or would like to help across Bromsgrove District during this COVID-19 outbreak BARN (local volunteer centre) has set up this new website, working with local voluntary and community groups, including three local foodbanks. The telephone number and email address for anyone in need of support is linked to the Bromsgrove Community Support Facebook Group (www.facebook.com/groups/BromsgroveCommunitySupport) which has over 4000 members. |
Corona Virus
Telephone: 0121 501 3542 or email clerk@hagleyparishcouncil.gov.uk If you are self-isolating due to COVID-19 or are in a particularly vulnerable category (i.e. elderly or with underlying health conditions), Lifecentral Church in partnership with Hagley parish Council can help with: Picking-up shopping/prescriptions A phone call Posting mail Pet support Other urgent supplies |
Cleaner domestic burning of solid fuels and wood
DEFRA has released information regarding cleaner domestic burning of solid fuels and wood, following a consultation carried out in 2018. This BBC article provides an overview and the full consultation response is on the DEFRA website This may well be generating some interest in your wards/parishes.
Changes will mean:
It is not banning wood or coal burning stoves.
The reasons behind this legalisation and other advice around burning the right things in the right way is to reduce the risk of: · air pollution and associated health problems · carbon monoxide poisoning · chimney fires/house fires
Worcestershire Regulatory Services are responsible for providing technical support in respect of air quality in Bromsgrove and Redditch and have some links on their ‘Smokeless Zones’ page to useful information for anyone with a solid fuel appliance/wood burner, whether or not they are in a smokeless zone. https://worcsregservices.gov.uk/nuisances/smoke/smokeless-zones.aspx |
Neighbour disputes
Message from locl Policing Team We would all like to live in peace with our neighbours, but unfortunately that is sometimes not how things work out. Here is what you can do if you are having problems. Unless a crime has been committed or someone is in immediate danger, the police are unlikely to intervene in neighbour disputes. However, we will put you in touch with the groups and organisations who can help. Examples: “I am having a dispute with a neighbour about our property boundaries”. If you can not find an amicable solution with your neighbour, we suggest seeking the advice of a solicitor to resolve this. You could also contact your bank, building society, or whoever holds your deeds, to confirm the boundary lines. The following resources may also be of use: The Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) www.rics.org The Land Registry www.gov.uk “I am having a dispute with a neighbour about their CCTV camera pointing at my property”. Many people are installing closed circuit television (CCTV) as a home security measure as it has proved to be an effective tool in fighting crime. Cameras used for limited household purposes are not subject to the Data Protection Act 1998. However, if the footage covers areas beyond this, such as neighbouring streets or other properties, problems may arise. There could be issues regarding privacy and harassment if you are being recorded in your home. In the first instance, speak to your neighbour to see if it is possible to reposition the camera so that it does not point at your property. If this is not successful, and you want to take further action, we recommend seeking legal advice from a solicitor. To find a local independent solicitor visit The Law Society web site www.lawsociety.org.uk This information is provided courtesy of Ask The Police “My neighbour plays music to an excessive level”. The GOV.UK site allows you to submit a noise complaint to your local council online. If you live in a rented property or local housing then please contact your landlord or the housing association who will be able to provide relevant support and guidance. Further advice on what to do to resolve a neighbour dispute can be obtained from the Gov.UK website www.gov.uk This independent website also offers advice www.problemneighbours.co.uk If you live in a rented property or local housing then please contact your landlord or the housing association who will be able to provide relevant support and guidance. |
Protecting yourself from fraud
Message from West Mercia Police - cyberbullying and online harassment
Advice on cyberbullying and online harassmentCyber bullying and online harassment can be extremely distressing. It can be classed as a criminal offence but there is lots of help available to support you. Tips to stay safe online Think before you post - when posting or commenting on the internet, consider what you say and what effect this may have. Never post comments that are abusive or may cause distress to others. Keep personal information personal - avoid saying things or publishing pictures that might later cause you or someone else embarrassment. Be aware of what friends post about you, or how they reply to your posts, particularly about your personal details and activities. Make the most of privacy settings - keep your profiles closed, allowing access only to your chosen friends and family. Report cyberbullying to internet service providers - lots of content on social media that is offensive or upsetting is not necessarily a criminal offence. However, cyberbullying often violates the terms and conditions established by social media sites and internet service providers. Report cyberbullying to the social media site so they can take action against users abusing the terms of service. Social media help sections can show you how to block users and change settings to control who can contact you. You can get advice and support on using the following social media sites, including the ability to report content to them. Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/help/ Twitter - https://support.twitter.com/ Instagram - https://help.instagram.com/ LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/help/linkedin Google+ - https://support.google.com/plus#topic=6320382 YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/yt/policyandsafety/en-GB/reporting.html Pintrest - https://help.pinterest.com/en Tumblr - https://www.tumblr.com/abuse Snapchat - https://support.snapchat.com/en-GB If you believe that you are the victim of an offence, always keep a record of the content by taking a screenshot, for example. If you are worried that your child or a loved one might be the victim of cyberbullying here are some signs to look out for: Low self-esteem Withdrawal from family and spending a lot of time alone Reluctance to let parents or other family members anywhere near their mobiles, laptops etc Finding excuses to stay away from school or work For further signs and advice visit bullying.co.uk |
Message from West Mercia Police - Reporting a crime
CCTV - Message from West Mercia Police
CCTV, can I use it? Do I need it?There a number of ways in which you can help improve the security of your home and property. You may wish to consider purchasing a CCTV system. CCTV can help deter, detect and identify criminals. CCTV can be an effective tool. It can discourage anti-social behaviour and reduce crime because offenders do not want to be caught on camera. The first thing you need to consider is if you really do need CCTV. In the first instance you may wish to consider looking at other, less costly ways to improve the security of your home before considering purchasing a good quality CCTV system. If you own the property then it is perfectly legal to install CCTV to protect your property against intruders and trespassers. However, you cannot put cameras up on other peoples property without their consent. Whilst it is lawful for you to monitor your own property for security purposes, you should however make sure that your field of view does not extend beyond your boundaries or focused on adjacent private areas. For more information visit the Information Commissioner?s Office (ICO) website: https://ico.org.uk/for-the-public/cctv-on-your-property/ for their CCTV codes of practice document. You can also phone the ICO helpline on 0303 123 1113, the helpline is open from 9am to 5pm, Monday to Friday. |
Parish councillor vacancy
There is a parish councillor vacancy. If you are interested please email the clerk at clerk@hagleyparishcouncil.gov.uk or call 01562 886239. |