• Parish Council Meeting 13 July 2020

    Members of the public are cordially invited to attend the parish council meeting on Monday 13 July 2020 at 7.30 pm via Zoom. Please follow the link to the access the meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85255968983.  

    The agenda for the meeting can be viewed by following this link: Lt Sn Agenda 07 20

  • Virtual Parish Council Meeting 5 May 2020

    Members of the public are cordially invited to ‘attend’ the meeting of Little Snoring Parish Council via  Zoom Monday 11 May at 7.30 pm (max time 40 minutes). To join the Zoom Meeting please follow the link: https://us04web.zoom.us/j/71814886687  which will open in a new tab.

    The agenda for the meeting can be viewed by following this link Lt Sn Agenda 05 20.  If you would like to bring something to the attention of the parish council please email littlesnoringpc@googlemail.com

  • Coronavirus testing for Keyworkers

    Community coronavirus testing in Norfolk and Waveney now available to “key workers” (and/or household members with symptoms).

    The NHS in Norfolk and Waveney is offering local coronavirus tests to key workers* such as teachers or food industry staff, to help them remain in work and continue to support their communities. This also applies to members of their household who may have coronavirus symptoms causing the key worker to self-isolate.

    Testing will take place at three locations in Norfolk and Waveney:

    • The Centrum centre, close to the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital (NNUH)
    • The Queen Elizabeth Hospital, King’s Lynn (QEHKL)
    • The James Paget University Hospital (JPUH) in Gorleston.

    (See below if you would rather be tested at Ipswich, Stansted or Peterborough)

     To book using the Norfolk and Waveney service:

    People on the government key workers* list who need to be tested should ask their employer or line manager to register their organisation by emailing NorfolkRegistercovidtesting@nnuh.nhs.uk with their (employer) name, job title and contact number. The registration team at the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital will then contact the employer to register their organisation so they their key workers can then book an appointment. The employer will be given a unique reference number and further instructions.

    All applications will be checked to make sure people are well enough to attend a testing centre, and eligible for a test in line with Public Health England guidance.

    People will receive their test results within 48 hours or less, either directly or via their employer’s occupational health service, together with initial advice about to what to do next.

    Appointments at Ipswich, Stansted and Peterborough or other centres

    If you wish to be tested at any of the national drive-through testing centres, such as Ipswich, Stansted, Peterborough and elsewhere, then you must use the national booking service. For self-referrals, this is via https://self-referral.test-for-coronavirus.service.gov.uk.

    Who are key workers?

    * Key workers include many people working in education, transport, many public services, energy, power and water/sewerage workers, and those working to provide, distribute or sell food. The precise definition is available on this government web page: https://www.gov.uk/guidance/coronavirus-covid-19-getting-tested#key-workers.

  • Mental Health Helpline

    NHS Norfolk and Suffolk Foundation Trust

    First Response call 0808 196 3493 (freephone).

    A 24/7 service for people of all ages in Norfolk and Suffolk requiring mental health care, advice and support.

    For more information visit the Norfolk and Suffolk Foundation Trust NHS website

    The phone line 0808 196 3494  is open to anyone in Norfolk and Suffolk. Please remember to turn off your caller ID in your phone’s settings if you would prefer that the person answering your call doesn’t see your telephone number.

  • Domestic Abuse: information from the police

    With the current shielding and self-isolation in place for some families it is important that those who now have to live with domestic abuse in their lives are made aware they won’t be forgotten and we will still continue to support them.

    Domestic Abuse leaflet from the police

    Victims of Domestic Abuse: You are not alone

    We are acutely aware conronavirus will have a serious impact on women, children and men who already face domestic abuse in their homes.

    Fears over jobs, financial pressure, school closures, working from home and all the other current changes to our day to day lives are likely to result in an increase in domestic abuse.

    We do not want you to suffer in silence. As the situation changes daily, we want to ensure you feel you have someone there who can help.

    If you are in immediate danger you should call 999 or call the police on 101.

    More information on the Norfolk Constabulary website.

    There are many charities who can offer you support and guidance

    Leeway: 0300 561 0077

    Daisy Programme: 01953 880903

    Pandora: www.pandoraproject.org.uk/

    Norfolk and Suffolk Victim Care: 0300 303 3706

    The Harbour Centre: 01603 276381 (24/7)

    Women’s Aid: 0808 2000 247

    Refuge: 0808 2000 247

    GALOP (LBGT+ Anti-violence charity): 0800 999 5428

    Mankind Initiative (Male Victims): 01823 334 244

    Men’s Advice Line (Male Victims): 0808 801 0327

    Respect: 020 3559 6650 (working with abusers to change their behaviour and male victims of domestic abuse)

    If you’r a young person and domestic abuse is taking place in your home or relationship, call Childline on 0800 1111

    For more advice and support visit norfolk.police.uk

  • Watch out for SCAMS

    Be aware of telephone and internet scams

    Sadly, there are individuals at large taking advantage of others.  If you think you’ve been scammed or become aware of any such incidents, report them to Action Fraud on 0300 123 2040 or Norfolk Trading Standards by calling 0800 223 1133.  If you need advice, call the Citizens Advice Consumer Helpline on 0808 223 1133 and if you are in immediate danger, contact the police on 999.

    Below is a list of COVID-19 related scams compiled by Norfolk Trading Standards, you can sign up to receive scam alerts here.

    • Be aware of people offering miracle cures or vaccines for coronavirus – there is no specific treatment for coronavirus (COVID-19).  Treatment aims to relieve the symptoms until you recover.
    • People impersonating healthcare workers, claiming to be offering ‘home-testing’ for coronavirus – this is a scam and these kits are not currently available to buy.
    • Emails saying that you can get a refund on taxes, utilities or similar are usually bogus and they are just after your personal and bank details.
    • There are lots of fake products available to buy online that say they can protect you or cure coronavirus. These will not help and are designed to take your money.
    • There are new mobile phone applications that claim to give you updates on the virus but instead, they lock your phone and demand a ransom.
    • Your bank or the police will never ask for your bank details over the phone.
    • People offering to do your shopping or collecting medication and asking for money upfront and then disappearing.

    To learn more about different types of scams and how to protect yourself and others, visit www.FriendsAgainstScams.org.uk and complete the free online training.

    Information provided by Community Action Norfolk

  • Algy’s Drive-Through Farm Shop

    We, at Algy’s farm shop in Bintree, are supporting local communities with a supply of groceries. We have stock of most things, but supply is variable.

    We have set up a “while you wait drive-through service”: come to the shop, pick up the grocery list, choose your items, hand the list through the window, wait while we pick and pack, you’ll be called over to pay and collect.

    We have implemented this to keep a safe distance between staff and to enable customers to not be in close proximity.

    We are looking at rolling out a delivery service too, but this will take a week or so.

    Please see an example of the Algy’s Food Order Form. All items are subject to availability.

     

  • Little Snoring Good Neighbours

    Little Snoring Good Neighbours has a new telephone number 0333 335 5242. When you dial this number you will be directed to one of our volunteers. The line is open 9 am – 5 pm Monday to Friday.

    At other times please leave message – there will be just one beep after you have dialed the number indicating that the answerphone is ready. We will get back to you as soon as possible.

  • Cuppa in the Community

    Please note that Cuppa in the Community has been cancelled until further notice.

    If you need help with shopping, prescriptions or just need a chat do contact the Good Neighbours co-ordinator, Celia Lee on 01328 878789 or the Parish Clerk, Joanna Otte on 01328 822366.

    Stay safe and well.

  • Parish Council Meeting 9 March 2020

    Members of the public are cordially invited to the meeting of Little Snoring Parish Council on Monday 9 March 2020 at 7.30 pm in the Community Room. Please follow the link to view the Agenda.