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Parish Council Meeting
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So where are we exactly?
PM Boris Johnson has announced last week that some of the proposed changes to the rules in August will be postponed for at least a fortnight. This is to keep the virus under control. Read his full statement here: https://gov.uk/government/speeches/prime-ministers-statement-on-coronavirus-covid-19-31-july-2020
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Something else to worry about.
As well as the usual warnings about Lyme Disease, which you really don’t want to get, residents and visitors urged to be tick aware as first UK-acquired case of Babesiosis is identified in #Devon.
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When to wear a mask
The government have extended the requirement to wear a face covering to other indoor settings where you are likely to come into contact with people you do not normally meet, such as museums, galleries, cinemas and places of worship.Read the full list of locations here: http://soc.devon.cc/NPvDo#DoItForDevon
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Dartmoor bred meat available in North Bovey Friday 31st July
Sue Martin from Pizwell Farm Postbridge will be selling fresh beef this FRIDAY 31st JULY in the field opposite Greenawell Close North Bovey.TQ13 8RUShe will also be bringing frozen sausages and lamb chops and some fruit and veg.Orders in advance very welcome by e mail pizwellfarm@hotmail.co.uk or phone 01822 880223
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Planning – Site Meeting
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Face Coverings in Church
In line with other areas of public gatherings the Diocese of Exeter have issued new guidance related to the wearing of face masks during church services. “We strongly advise that face coverings should be worn by all those attending a place of worship,including ministers, worshippers, staff, volunteers, contractors and visitors, where there may be otherpeople present; remembering that they are mainly intended to protect other people, not the wearer,from coronavirus COVID-19 and that they are not a replacement for physical distancing and regularhand washing.” It would be appreciated if all those entering the church could abide by the new guidelines.
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Face Coverings Become Mandatory In All Shops and Retail Premises
Being socially responsibleFrom Friday, July 24, Government COVID-19 legislation changes mean it is mandatory to wear a face covering in all shops and retail premises.The measure will see all shops able to prevent entry to the premises to anyone not wearing a face covering. The new measure will see police given powers to issue a fixed penalty notice to anyone refusing to comply with the legislation, although Devon & Cornwall Police will be adopting an educate, engage and encourage approach with enforcement as a final option. Assistant Chief Constable Glen Mayhew said: “The Government has announced the change to COVID-19 legislation in order to further protect the public and those…
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Comet Neowise
Fabulous photo by the intrepid Mike Rego of Comet Neowise. Mike writes: This is the view on Monday 20th July of Comet Neowise over North Bovey, at about 11:45pm. I have never really tried astrophotography before, it is quite a challenge! Without a star-tracking device, it is difficult to avoid star trails, and also quite hard to focus the lens in the dark. Plus it is cold sitting around in the dark fiddling around with the camera controls by torchlight. And just as you get it about right, a car drives through the village with headlights on full beam, upsetting the exposure, or an aircraft or satellite flies across the…
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For the clinically very vulnerable
For our shielding residents, the Government is advising that you can visit shops, places of worship and outdoor spaces from 1 August 2020. Up-to-date guidance is available on our website and support is still available for you http://soc.devon.cc/xi2x7
