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Benefice Newsletter 14th January 2022

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Reporting a problem on the road

Alerting SCC to potholes or a host of other problems on the road is now easier and quicker – and you can track its progress after you’ve reported it.

Gone is the need to make phone calls or send emails – thanks to a new upgraded online system with an improved interactive map, members of the public can report a problem 24/7 and the Highways team will get on the case. From potholes, blocked drains and broken manhole covers, to overgrown vegetation, damaged pavements or cycle paths, faulty traffic lights or missing markings – they can all be reported in just minutes from a smartphone, tablet or computer.

The full range and how to report is available here  www.somerset.gov.uk/roads-and-transport/report-a-problem-on-the-road/.

The new development means that if you’re reporting a fault, you can now track its progress. If it’s safe to pull over, all you need to do is take a quick picture of the fault, then visit the Report It site on your phone, answer a few simple questions and upload your picture. You’ll be sent a link which enables you to track its progress.

Please click here to read the full press release.

Police Alert

We have been made aware that the TV Licencing scam email appears to be going round again, no doubt a lot of you may have seen this before, if you have not, an example of what to look out for is attached to this alert. It is worth noting it may look different in other versions of the scam so do please remain alert and watch out for the obvious errors, such as:

– Sent from a random email address

– Spelling mistakes

– Poor grammar

– Obvious attempts to gain your personal details

A second scam has also been highlighted following fraudsters claiming to represent the Postcode Lottery. A withheld number called one of our members stating they had won £349 and an amount of Holiday vouchers. As the call progressed the NHW member began to suspect all was not as it seemed and at the point the gentleman with the oversees accent asked for updated bank details the call was fortunately terminated.

Do please remain aware of these attempts and if in any doubt, stop and check.

Attachments:

• tv-licence-scam.pdf

Tuesday 1st February 7.30pm Film: Minari Friday 11th February 7.30pm Tribute Band: Cold Place Monday 14th February 7.15pm ROH special screening: Romeo & Juliet  Friday 18th February 7.30pm Live band: – Lollypops & Moptops – 50’s /60’s  Saturday 19th February 7.30pm Film: West Side Story (Cert 12A)  Friday, 25th February 7:30pm ‘Piano Lessons’:  piano/vocalist Peter Gill & band Friday, 4th March 7:30pm Live band: Sounds Of The 60s From The Zoots Tuesday 8th March 7.30pm Exhibition on Screen: Frida Kahlo Encore …for details & more events see www.regaltheatre.co.uk

I could never go to a yoga class.

I could never get into those shapes…

I can barely reach to tie my shoes.

I definitely can’t touch my toes.

My balance is terrible.

I can’t sit and ‘do nothing’ and I can’t ever switch off my mind!

I’ll let you into a (sadly) little known secret…

… You don’t have to!

Yoga, when it’s taught well, and safely, will help you get closer to your toes, help you to improve your balance, and help you to tame some of the reeling and churning that might take hold of your thoughts.

All this comes gradually, with practice, over time.
All you have to do is show up – as you are – and begin.

Yoga for 2022 begins on Monday 10th January!  

Wootton Courtenay Village Hall ,10-11am

Wheddon Cross Moorland Hall, 7-8:30pm

Book yourself a space here:

https://shiatsuyoga.co.uk/inpersonyoga/

If you have any questions about whether these classes are suitable for you, feel free to send me an email:

terry@shiatsuyoga.co.uk

Exmoor National Park Authority is seeking views on the Local Plan as part of the 5-year Local Plan Review process.

All Local Planning Authorities are legally required to undertake a review of their Local Plans within 5 years to assess whether they need updating. The Exmoor National Park Local Plan was adopted in July 2017, and the 5-year review therefore needs to be completed by July 2022. Exmoor National Park Authority is currently reviewing the Plan to establish whether it remains effective and if any changes are needed although this does not automatically mean a full or partial review of the Local Plan needs to be carried out.

The survey provides an opportunity to have your say on whether the Exmoor National Park Local Plan policies remain effective and up to date. The survey is based on the interim conclusions that have been drawn from the evidence and analysis carried out so far and which we are seeking your views on.

Further information on the 5-year Local Plan Review, and evidence and interim topic papers prepared as part of the review, are available on the following webpage: https://www.exmoor-nationalpark.gov.uk/planning/planning-policy/local-plan/local-plan-review-survey where a link to the survey can also be found. The survey is arranged into three sections although it is not necessary to respond to all sections or all questions if you do not wish to do so. Responses will be accepted until 28^th February 2022.

Yours faithfully

Ruth McArthur

Policy and Community Manager

Exmoor National Park Authority

Exmoor House, Dulverton, Somerset TA22 9HL

Tel: 01398 323665

Direct Line: 01398 322253