THE PARISH COUNCIL HAS SUPPLIED A SUMMARY OF THE ROADMAP ANNOUNCED ON FEBRUARY 22ND. SEE LINK BELOW. THE PLAYGROUND IS STAYING OPEN. THE PLAYING FIELD IS OPEN. STAY COVID SECURE WHEN USING THE PLAYGROUND EQUIPMENT. Please observe social distancing. If you have the NHS Track and Trace app, please scan the QR code on the equipment (or by the front door). Please DO NOT use any of the equipment if you, your family or your group have any symptoms. Please wash your hands or sanitise before using the equipment and when you get home. Bring sanitiser with you. If government guidelines change, we may have to close the playground at short notice.
THIS PAGE WILL BE UPDATED VERY REGULARLY WITH GOVERNMENT GUIDELINES, USEFUL LOCAL INFORMATION AND CONTACT NUMBERS. THERE IS LOTS OF INFORMATION BY CLICKING ON THE LINKS AT THE BOTTOM OF THIS PAGE
In the meantime - please keep an eye out for scams relating to Covid-19 vaccinations - there are at least two currently circulating as phone calls, emails or texts asking for bank details and/or suggesting you can have a vaccination due to family genetics or medical history. REMEMBER the NHS will never ask for your bank details, the vaccine is free and you have to wait to be called in for it. Do not reply to or click on anything if you are in the slightest doubt.
FEBRUARY 19th 2021 We have been alerted to the fact that there is a film crew around in the Blakeney area and they have rented holiday lets for the cast and crew all over the place, including Binham. The police are aware and it is all above board. However, if you are concerned about Covid related breaches in Binham or Cockthorpe you can report it via the 'Report It' tab on the Norfolk Constabulary website. The police are taking reported breaches very seriously (they went to investigate one of the holiday lets the film crew have rented) so if you worried about it, let them know.
IN THESE UNPRECEDENTED TIMES, HERE IS A LIST OF PEOPLE YOU CAN CONTACT IF YOU NEED TO : The following have agreed to be contactable and help with picking up urgent supplies, prescriptions and/or shopping or just available for a chat : Mrs Liz Brown - 01328 830519 or abbot.farm@hotmail.com Mrs Jan Hewitt - 01328 830652 or janethewitt@hotmail.co.uk Mrs Liz Brady - 01328 830830 or 07973 820632 or lizsdavenport@gmail.com Mrs Alex Smith (Arthur Howell the Butchers) - 01328 830239 or alex@arthurhowell.com (to bring back provisions from Wells - milk, bread, cakes etc, meat and pies) The Rector, Rev Ian Whittle, can be contacted on 01328 830246 for anyone wishing to talk. If there is anyone else in the village who would like to be included in the CONTACT LIST please contact Liz Brady as above. Please pay attention to the advice as it is issued by the government and delegated authorities and if in doubt please check the village noticeboards or contact any one of the above. If you're struggling with your mental health or know someone who is, then don't hesitate to use the link button just below this!
FOLLOW THIS LINK TO THE ROADMAP ANNOUNCED ON FEBRUARY 22 (keep everything crossed!) pc_summary_steps.docx
***************************************************************************************************************** THE HALL NOW HAS A QR CODE : if you have the NHS Test and Trace app, please use it. Children’s play area equipment is re-opening on Thursday December 3rd. Please observe signs on the playing field and equipment about staying Covid safe.
The Chequers Inn Takeaway food and drinks will be available Friday and Saturday 4 -8pm and Sunday. 12 -6 during November. Call 01328 830297 or email thechequers@candscatering.co.uk with your order. We look forward to seeing you soon Local Lynx – the Local Lynx will only be published on-line until at least Easter 2021. There will be a limited number of copies of each issue available and if anyone would like to have a copy, please contact Liz Brady on 01328 830830 and she will post one through your letter box. You can access on line www.locallynx.co.uk or via the new dedicated page on this website which takes you straight there.
************************ YOU CAN SPREAD THE VIRUS EVEN IF YOU DON’T HAVE SYMPTOMS ************************* We have had the following information through from the NHS as part of a nationwide initiative called 'Improving Access to Psychological Therapies' : Throughout this difficult time, it’s natural to be feeling unsure, concerned about the future and cut off from others. We are here to help, offering support by telephone, video call, instant messaging and webinar. We offer a range of courses, talking therapies such ascognitive behavioural therapy,counselling for depression,interpersonal therapy and couples counselling, and access to online social events to help us feel connected. Our social events are based around the ‘5 ways to wellbeing’ and range from quiz nights to gardening. We also have a variety of regular online webinarswhich focus on ways to look after your mental health during the Coronavirus pandemic. Should you wish to talk to one of us directly, you can self-refer for a telephone assessment.More information about this can be found here.The Wellbeing Service is an NHS IAPT service which offers a range of psychological therapies to help and supportpeople to manage stress, low mood and anxiety, whatever the cause. We aim to reduce the onset of these difficulties, prevent deterioration, and promote recovery by offering a range of flexible services tailored to meet specific needs. Our Peer Support Workers have lived experience of mental health and use thisexpertise to support your recovery journey. Our service provides support to anyone age 16 or over. For more information please visit our websitewww.wellbeingnands.co.ukor call: 0300 123 1503 For further information, please follow them on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter. ********************************************* NORFOLK YOUNG CARERS We'd like to let you know that a new campaign has been launched aimed at Norfolk's young carers. Led by Norfolk Safeguarding Childrens Partnership and supported by carers organisations Carers Matter Norfolk and Caring Together, Heroes at Home recognises the vital role young carers play in supporting their loved ones at home and highlights the range of support available to help them. It is estimated that in Norfolk over 11000 children and young people from as young as 5 are cares, helping to look after or support a family member or friend who is ill, disabled or misuses drugs or alcohol. This figure is likely to be higher as many children do not identify themselves as a carer but may still fulfil a regular caring role for a family member. For support and advice or a live chat online visit www.youngcarersmatternorfolk.org or call the Carers Matter Norfolk advice line on 0800 083 1148. This helpline is still available during the coronavirus pandemic. ******************************************* KEEP SAFE AND WELL ************************************************************************************************************** As the lockdown eases, do keep an eye out on posters and info around the village. UPDATED GOVERNMENT INORMATION IS AVAILABLE BY CLICKING LINKS ON THIS PAGE (they seem to position themselves randomly around the place - I'm working on it!). LINKS WILL BE REMOVED ONCE THEY BECOME OUTDATED.