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VILLAGE NEWSLETTER February 2021 Marston Moreteyne Parish Council VILLAGE NEWSLETTER February 2021 PARISH COUNCIL – CHAIRMAN’S UPDATE Budget and Precept 2021/2022 The Council at its January meeting agreed a budget and precept for 2021/2022 which will mean a 0% increase for Band D households. In this way we have been both fiscally prudent and mindful of current economic conditions. Our new Parish Councillor - Jeanette Little The Council is very happy to welcome on board our new Parish Councillor - Jeanette Little. Jeanette is fizzing with fresh ideas about how the Council can be more proactive in crime prevention and engaging with young people which is long overdue and especially relevant today where Covid restrictions close of the opportunities for young people to enjoy life to the full. Noticeboards Two new noticeboards have been ordered for the village as we are aware that the present ones need replacing as it has become difficult to read the information. Sadly, we had hoped they would be delivered this month but due to difficulties the delivery has been put back to the end of February. Cemetery Plans are now in place to enhance the cemetery and provide a new sign, another seat within a contemplation garden, hedge planting to show the different areas and some new flower beds. Some outside funding has been secured from Central Bedfordshire Council to help with this and it is hoped to start fairly soon. A timetable will be formulated for the various items although, of course, the planting will be done in the spring. Marston in Bloom The Parish Council has decided to revitalise the Marston in Bloom scheme and a Working Party has just been set up. It will meet soon to consider the outcome of a recent review of the planters around the village, some of which need replacement or repair and consider other initiatives that would improve the appearance of the village. It’s very important to emphasize this is a community wide project and those with green fingers are welcome to get involved and that hopefully with renewed sponsorship this will be a largely self-financing project. Covid-19 It is very important that we all follow the HM Government & NHS advice and do not help the spread of the virus. The published advice is that "1 in 3 people have no Covid-19 symptoms and are spreading it without knowing. It is now highly likely that someone near you has it. So, Stay Home, 1 only go out if it is essential. Do not meet anyone outside your household or support bubble, except for exercise. Find out more at gov.uk/coronavirus." We should look forward to our vaccinations but recognize that even then Covid restrictions must be followed and are likely to be a feature of our everyday lives for a long time to come. A full update on the Covid-19 situation from Central Bedfordshire Council is contained elsewhere in the newsletter. War Memorial Centenary The War Memorial was originally unveiled on Sunday, March 13th, 1921 and we had hoped to mark the centenary to the day this year. However, Covid restrictions make it impossible to plan any public gathering. Quite rightly public safety is paramount, and we are liaising with the local Royal British Legion, religious leaders, and the school to see how we can do this safely hopefully later in the year. Community Building Hopefully, we will take receipt of the new Community Hall later this year and are in discussions with Barratts about ensuring the building is satisfactory for our purposes. We will also need to make sure it can be Covid proofed to ensure the safety of the public and that it is adequately staffed and maintained and central to its success will be launching our social media platform. Bus Shelter The Council has agreed to the relocation of the Bus Shelter that was on Station Road by the junction of Browns Close and was originally donated to the Parish in memory of Allan Peter Howe. The Shelter is now on Bedford Road with the plaque in memory of Alan still in place and hopefully improve the residents bus travel experience. Rookery South and Bin Lorries Residents will have noticed that both Central Beds and Bedford Borough Councils have entered into contracts for the collection of household waste by Veolia who will then take it to the Energy Recovery Facility at Rookery South. The Council are monitoring this very carefully to ensure that the route to and from the Facility by bin lorries is not via our village and the agreed transport route to Green Lanes is adhered to. Captain Sir Tom Moore The Parish Council was saddened to hear the news of Captain Sir Tom Moore’s passing on Monday 2nd February, and our thoughts are with his family at this difficult time. Snow The recent snowfall was a welcome diversion from the ongoing problems and provided many residents and their families with an opportunity to build snowmen - opposite is one example. Take care and continue to keep safe. Cllr Hugh Roberts Chairman, Marston Moreteyne Parish Council Photo kindly supplied by Karen Mulheron 2 Parish Council Meetings. The Council and Committee Meetings continue to be held by Zoom and members of the public can join the meeting by requesting joining information from the Parish Clerk at [email protected]. Agendas are available to view on the council’s website: www.marstonmoreteyne-pc.gov.uk The following are the dates of upcoming meetings: Tuesday 16th Feb 7.00pm Planning & Environment Committee 7.30pm Full Council Tuesday 2nd March 7.00pm Planning & Environment Committee 8.00pm Finance & General Purposes Committee Weekly figures The number of new COVID-19 cases in Central Bedfordshire (in the week ending 24 January) fell to 964. This is a decrease of 250 cases from the previous week. The number of weekly positive cases per 100,000 population is now 334. Whilst the number of new cases continues to fall, pressure on our health service remains significant. Very sadly, the report shows that 40 residents have died. To continue the reduction in new cases we must carry on following lockdown guidance and remember the simple advice to wash our hands regularly, wear face covering appropriately and continue social distancing. These simple measures will help us all to protect the NHS and save lives. Here is the latest data from our neighbours. • Milton Keynes – 1,115 new cases (413 cases per 100,000) and 39 deaths • Luton – 1,233 new cases (578 cases per 100,000) and 34 deaths • Bedford – 840 new cases (484 cases per 100,000) and 46 deaths Click here for weekly local coronavirus figures for Central Bedfordshire: Weekly reports 3 Information from Central Bedfordshire Council Are you struggling to cope? Advice and support are available, so please ask for help. The Coronavirus pandemic is tough on all of us. It can be especially hard for people living on their own and people who cannot get out and about as much as others. Help with getting food. You can also locate other volunteer schemes that cover your area at www.cvsbeds.org.uk The easiest way to get food without visiting or contact Advice Central (see contact a shop is to order online for delivery. details opposite). Perhaps you can ask family and friends to help you to do this if you are unsure. Help if you are self-isolating. If you already have a priority delivery slot, Making sure those who have COVID-19 (and that will continue; you don't need to do those who have been in close contact with anything further. them) can self-isolate is one of our most If someone else is going to the shops for powerful tools for controlling the spread of you, most major supermarkets have ways coronavirus. you can pay for your shopping, such as e- Self-isolating, where friends and family or vouchers or gift cards. You can buy these delivery services bring supplies to your door, online and the person shopping for you can helps prevent your family, friends, and use them in store. To find out about community from catching the virus, as well payment options, visit your supermarket’s as helping to protect the NHS. website. The government has introduced a new grant If you don’t have anyone who can help you to support people in work on low incomes to with your shopping, contact your local Good self-isolate. You may be able to claim a £500 Neighbour Scheme or local volunteer lump sum payment if you cannot work from scheme for help (see below). home and are required to self-isolate. Help with medicine. For more information visit www.centralbedfordshire.gov.uk/self- In the first instance, ask a friend, family isolationpayments member, carer to collect your medicines for you. If no-one else is available to collect your Financial advice and support medicines, contact your local Good Department for Work and Pensions - Neighbour Scheme for help (see below). www.understandinguniversalcredit.gov.uk/e Good Neighbour and local mployment-and-benefits-support/#east volunteer schemes Advice Central – We have a network of volunteer-led groups www.advicecentral.org.uk and local Good Neighbour Schemes, who or call 0300 303 6666 might be able to assist you with shopping, Citizens Advice (Dunstable) - collecting medication and checking that you www.dunstablecab.org.uk are OK. or call 01582 670003 or 07367 457 834 You can contact them directly at Citizens Advice (Mid Bedfordshire) - [email protected] or call 01234 838771. www.midbedscab.org.uk or call 01525 4 402742, 01525 841217 and 01767 601368 Focus on the present – try not to worry.
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