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Don’t forget gardening club on Monday at 7.30pm in the church. The talk will will be on  ‘SUB TROPICAL’ plants a useful  subject with our change in climate. Subs are due of £10 and £1 per talk, £3 for visitors. No need to be a gardener, all the talks are interesting and informative. Refreshments afterwards and a raffle. Don’t forget the best flower in your garden for the monthly competition. Look forward to seeing you there.

Elisabeth

Adult Social Care strategy is set to be renewed in 2026

Somerset Council is asking residents, unpaid carers, and organisations to have their say in shaping the future of care and support across the county. 

Its current Adult Social Care strategy is set to be renewed in 2026 and will set out key priorities for the next three years. Your feedback is important to help shape the strategy as you know your communities best .

The aim is to ensure the new strategy, covering 2026–2029, reflects what matters most to those who live and work in local communities. 

The online consultation is now open, making it easy for everyone to contribute their views.

The consultation is open until Friday 27^th March.

Date/Time: Approximately 3pm on Wednesday 25th Incident Type: Rogue Traders / Aggressive Doorstep Caller Elderly residents in Parkhouse Road were targeted by rogue traders. At around 3pm, a male—described as around 50 years old, with short dark hair, wearing a white T shirt—knocked on the door claiming there was an issue with a tree on the garden boundary. Due to his pushy and insistent manner, the residents reluctantly agreed to let him complete the supposed work. He later returned for payment and forced his way into the property, pushing past the residents. Two younger males remained waiting outside. A dispute over payment then followed, during which the residents felt pressured and intimidated into handing over additional money before the male left the address. Residents are reminded: • Do not agree to work from unexpected doorstep callers. • Do not allow unknown individuals into your home. • Do not hand over money or bank details to unsolicited callers. • Always use trusted, pre vetted traders—preferably recommended by friends/family or listed on approved trader schemes. • If you feel pressured or unsafe, close the door immediately and call 999. • For suspicious activity or concerns about rogue traders, report via 101 or the police online reporting service.