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Corona Virus in Devon
New measures to contain and reduce cases of coronavirus in Devon and safeguard the health of local people have been revealed. They detail plans to provide a fast response to any future outbreaks of the virus across the county and help prevent it spreading. The plans involve close partnership working between local organisations like health, councils, police, schools and care homes alongside businesses and key industries such as tourism. And they will provide additional support for people who are particularly vulnerable to COVID-19 such as the elderly, those with underlying health conditions, black and ethnic communities and those with learning difficulties and autism. The new measures are detailed in the…
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Moreton Library to Reopen!
Good news for all book lovers from Christine Phillips: This is how it will work Devon Libraries website provides a catalogue of books in Moreton Library. Or we’re happy to select for you, if you tell us the genre you prefer. Moreton Library is open on Tuesday and Saturday from 10am to 12pm and Wednesday from 3pm to 5pm for phone calls and collection, or email any time.
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Teignbridge Council Update
In just over a week’s time (Saturday 4 July) – and not before – the Government will be further easing lockdown restrictions. Two metre social distancing remains the best way that we can all help control the virus. After a major incident was declared in Bournemouth, England’s Chief Medical Officer Chris Whitty made it clear that Coronavirus cases will rise unless we follow the scientific advice. Local people have mostly followed the rules over recent months, contributing to keeping infection numbers comparatively low in Teignbridge. But our beaches have this week been pretty packed with sun-lovers putting themselves and others at risk by ignoring social distancing and leaving behind picnic remnants…
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Don’t Go To Cornwall Tomorrow!!!!
Abnormal Load Drivers using the M5 and A30 Westbound are being warned about a large convoy which will be escorted by police tomorrow.On Friday 26 June 2020 at 9:30am police will be escorting a vehicle transporting a 53 meters long and 2.55 meters wide ship mast.The route is M5 Exeter Abload Layby – M5 J31 – A30 (E) – Bodmin – A30 Chiverton Cross – turn left onto A390 towards Truro – turn right at Arch Hill Roundabout onto A39 towards Falmouth.Police will be providing a full escort to the convoys and drivers can expect some disruption and possible delays during this time. That’ll be fun.
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Parish Council Accounts
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Armed Forces Day
A week of celebrations will begin on Monday when flags will be flown across buildings across the country – including Forde House – in tribute to our armed forces. The week’s focus culminates on Armed Forces Day on Saturday 26 June and provides everyone with the opportunity to show their support for the men and women who make up the Armed Forces community: from currently serving troops to Service families, veterans and cadets. Information from Teignbridge Council.
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Temporary Road Closure
Drumbridges to Newton Abbot A section of the A382 into Newton Abbot will be closed for two weeks from Monday 22 June. Devon County Council say the road will be completely closed between Greycoat Lane/Staplehill Road and Whitehill Cross, as part of the ongoing upgrade of the link between Newton Abbot and the A38 at Drumbridges roundabout. The closure will enable two culverts to be installed under the road. The road will be closed 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, although access will be maintained for residents only. We are contributing £5.1 million to the A382 upgrades, which will bring safety and congestion benefits as well as a…
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Current Government Advice on Covid-19
The government’s COVID-19 recovery strategy has been updated and to help control the virus the government says you must: stay at home as much as possible work from home if you can limit contact with other people keep your distance if you go out (2 metres apart where possible) wash your hands regularly Do not leave home if you or anyone in your household has symptoms. Latest Guidance Guidance for contacts of people with possible or confirmed coronavirus infection who do not live with the person Meeting people outside your household Guidance on Walking, cycling, and travelling in vehicles or on public transport Updated social distancing guidelines Accessing green spaces How to wear and…
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Mobile Covid-19 Testing in Newton Abbot
If you think you have symptoms of Covid-19 it is essential that you are tested as soon as possible to reduce the risk of the Coronavirus spreading. As part of the government’s expanding testing regime a mobile Testing Centre is currently operating from the Cattle Market car park in Newton Abbot from 10am – 4pm – until Tuesday (23 June). Full details about testing are on the government website and people can also apply for a test on the website. People who do not have internet access and think they should be tested can ring 119.
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Visiting Hospital?
From this week if you’re going into hospital as a patient or visitor you’ll need to wear a face covering This will help to keep hospitals in the #southwest safe from #coronavirus. Find out how to make a #FaceCovering here and help protect #Devonhttp://soc.devon.cc/ZpIAH #WeAreDevon