East Rudham

SPRING 2021 MEMBERS OF PARISH COUNCIL

Tony Elburn (Chairman) 01485 528 273 Malcolm Pearson(Vice Chairman) 01485 529 086 John Dawson 01485 528 356 Rosemary Weeks 01485 576 138 Hedley Mines 01485 529 297 Susan Jones 01485 528 243 Richard Bramley 01485 528 903 Rachel Wade 01485 528 921 Pauline Daisley-Brown 07584 192 846 Jodie Bond(clerk) 07703 464 409

Meetings of East Rudham Parish Council start at 7.15pm.

The March meeting will be held on Tuesday 16th. The April meeting will be held on Tuesday 20th. The May meetings will be held on Tuesday 18th. At the Rudhams Village Hall (or currently via Zoom) These dates may be subject to change please refer to our website for updates. The news letter is funded and produced by East Rudham Parish Council [email protected] www.eastrudhamparishcouncil.norfolkparishes.gov.uk

2 News from the Parish Council…….. Hello all! We have seen some very wet weather recently! The Parish Council are working closely with West Rudham Parish Council, the Houghton Estate and County Highways to implement a flood plan to ensure that future flooding is avoided as much as possible. If you have any knowledge or plans of the local drainage systems, please get in touch, as this information will be very useful. We have a water pump located above a spring fed well, which is located behind The Crown Pub, we have had a few reports of it appearing to flood and gush, however this is the nature of the pump and it is the way of releasing the pressure. If the pump was not there the water would escape via other routes and possibly cause damage to the surroundings. It is not the responsibility of Anglian Water or the County Council. It’s quite a natural wonder, to be enjoyed. Fund raising is still in progress to obtain all the money required to completely revamp the children’s play area and we hope to be able to start work on this by the Summer. The Parish Council are keen to support the local community and local businesses, especially during these tough times, and from the 1st April (subject to Government guidelines) temporary tables and seating will be installed on the Village Green thanks to Jane’s Coffee Corner and The Crown for the use of visitors and to accommodate people buying food and takeaways from The Crown and Jane’s Coffee Corner. The Speed Awareness Machine (SAM2) is moved around the village and is monitored by Cllr Mines, with data being down loaded and presented at our meetings. Cllr Mines does a fantastic job overseeing this and we are grateful for his hard work. Also, in an effort to reduce speeding further, a ‘Village Gateways Working Group’ will be set up within the Parish Council to liaise with County Highways, to survey and assess the most beneficial sites for further gateways. As always, we welcome members of the public to attend Parish Council meetings. Jodie , Parish Clerk

3 The Return Of The Red Kite

D Red kites sightings in have increased as their population has risen over the last 15 years. The greatest number of sightings are along the coast but there are more being reported in central Norfolk. With its distinctive forked tail and reddish-brown plumage the red kite is master of the skies and a joy to watch.

Conservation status Due to persecution, the breeding population of red kites reduced to a small number of breeding pairs in mid-Wales by the 1920’s. However, a reintroduction programme started in the 1970’s in Wales and red kites bred in and Scotland for the first time in 1982 and are continuing to spread. The red kite has green conservation status in the UK because red kites are successfully breeding here, but globally it is a near threatened species. In Norfolk, the numbers continued to increase with the Norfolk Bird and Mammal Report 2016 reporting 8 pairs breeding, or attempting to breed, in the County. There are many more now, 6 were seen flying together north of East Rudham recently, and they are often spotted soaring over the A148 either singly or in pairs.

PUBLICISE YOUR SOCIETY OR EVENT We welcome contributions from villagers, local groups and societies for printing in the East Rudham Parish Newsletter. Please send to [email protected] by May 10th 2021 For inclusion in the Summer edition, delivered to every household and also published on our website Advertisements are also very welcome, ½ page at £6/issue, full page at £12/issue.

4 READY STEADY CENSUS 2021 The decennial census is almost upon us. Census 2021 will provide a snapshot of modern society Households across East Rudham are being asked to take part in Census 2021. The census is a once-in-a-decade survey that gives us the most accurate estimate of all the people and households in England and Wales. It has been carried out every decade since 1801, with the exception of 1941. It will be the first run of breeding pairs in mid-Wales by the 1920’s. However, a reintroduction programme predominantly online, with households receiving a letter with a unique access code, allowing them to complete the questionnaire on their computers, phones or tablets. “A successful census will ensure everyone from local government to charities can put services and funding in the places where they are most needed,” Iain Bell, deputy national statistician at the Office for National Statistics, said. “This could mean things like doctors’ surgeries, schools and new transport routes. That’s why it is so important everyone takes part and we have made it easier for people to do so online on any device, with help and paper questionnaires, available on request, for those that need them.” Census day will be on March 21, but households across the country will receive letters with online codes allowing them to take part from early March. The census will include questions about your sex, age, work, health, education, household size and ethnicity. For the first time, there will be a question asking people whether they have served in the armed forces, as well as voluntary questions for those aged 16 and over on sexual orientation and gender identity. Results will be available within 12 months, although personal records will be locked away for 100 years, kept safe for future generations. The national marketing and advertising campaign has started and will now build momentum. A postcard will shortly go to every household in England and Wales informing people that the census is coming and calling upon recipients to look out for their census pack in the post. Census packs will start being delivered in early March The census website www.census.gov.uk is updated daily and has a local authority section which you should find informative together with a downloadable resources section.

5 TRACING YOUR FAMILY TREE

Have you ever wondered who your ancestors were and what life was like for them? Researching family history is a hobby that’s becoming more and more popular, especially since archives became accessible online and shows such as ‘Who do you think you are?’ have been on television. What’s genealogy all about? The word Genealogy stems from the Greek for 'generation' and 'knowledge'. Essentially, it’s the study of families and the tracing of their lineages and history. Your approach to genealogy will depend on your particular interests. For instance, you might want to find out if you’re related to somebody famous, or discover the truth about a family legend. How do I get started? It can be tempting to dive straight in and search for a particular ancestor but this tends to produce a lot of results which can be confusing. So it’s best to start with yourself and then work backwards, finding proof that connects each generation together. Through public records you can find evidence in birth certificates, marriage certificates and Wills for instance. Talking to people and writing to relatives could also provide clues and ultimately your detective work could take you anywhere from local graveyards and memorials to record offices abroad. Tracing your family tree can be a very time-consuming hobby, but don't underestimate the thrill of unearthing results! Some days will be more successful than others so you can expect peaks and troughs as you gradually piece parts of the puzzle together. You may also find that you can share some of the work load when your research over-laps with someone else's. That's just one reason to make contact with people who are connected to your family tree. In fact, a large part of the fun is about sharing research and stories, so it's not all about paperwork. What do I do with all the information? Take care to keep all of your research well organised so you can come back to it at any time. A loose leaf folder with separate pockets can be very useful. Many of the dedicated websites will guide you through the process of building a family tree online which you can update as your research progresses. These websites can also alert you to anyone else researching the same people as you, giving you the opportunity to share your work. 6 Many websites offer a 7 or 14 days free trial although they do require you to sign up for payment at the end of the trial. If you wish to cancel the subscription remember to do so the day before it is due for payment. However if you are serious and want to continue it can be an interesting and absorbing challenge. What else you do with the information will depend on which aspects take your interest. You may decide to learn more about a particular ancestor, or the social history of a certain time or even connect with living relatives from a different family line. As well as these websites the UK government's official archive holds records which can help you find out about people's lives, deaths and careers. Visit the National Archive website Visit the General Register Office website

Do not put off your search,. The longer you leave it, unfortunately, the fewer older relatives you will have with knowledge to share of past generations. Always check which John/Mary etc. you are searching for, many families carry the name through for each generation and through different branches. This can mean an apparent slight age gap is in fact a cousin , uncle or even an unrelated person that sends you off in the wrong direction and is very frustrating. If some of your relatives were from a different part of the country try finding out if there is a Parish newsletter that can publicise your request for information. also provide clues and ultimately your detective work could take you anywhere from Remember that many facts about our ancestors are from previous censors that have been carried out since 1801. Because of the 100 year rule we cannot look up all census records, the 1921 census will be available from January next year. However records of births marriages and deaths are available as far back as 1837 from the General Register Office website There are also records of electoral registers and the 1939 pre war register. Although women were able to stand for Parliament from an Act passed in 1918 they were not allowed to vote until 1928 when everyone over 21 should be on the electoral roll which can be of great help in any search.

GOOD HUNTING 7 Symptom-Free Rapid-Result Testing In West Norfolk Over the coming days and weeks, residents who have to go to work because they are unable to workBrighten from home, are being offered access to symptom-free rapid-result testing at sites across West Norfolk. Currently the number of cases is coming down, but not as swiftly as they are in other parts of the county or the country.

Taking part in this type of testing can help stop the spread early, which could help reduce the number of cases that are being seen in west Norfolk. One in every three people who have coronavirus, may show no symptoms. This is a quick-and-easy way to identify where there might be cases, ensuring that those who need to self-isolate do so and that they can access any support they may need if they are not able to work while they are isolating. To find out if there is testing available in your area and to book an appointment, scan the QR Code or visit www.norfolk.gov.uk/rapidtesting. This will take you to a Norfolk County Council webpage where you can search for your nearest testing station, and book in for a test. When attending for an appointment, residents should wear masks, observe social distancing and ensure they have a valid mobile phone number so that they can receive their results. Test results are usually provided within 30 minutes. Anyone receiving a positive result will be advised to self-isolate immediately. They will be referred to test and trace and will need to ensure that anyone in their household also self-isolates. The latest roll out of testing follows on from a pilot that has been running for a few weeks. This initially involved testing staff from the council and partners such as Freebridge, DWP, Kier and the police, before moving on to offer the testing to local businesses in the Town, South and West Lynn area and in the Gaywood area. Rapid-result testing (Lateral Flow) is a new kind of technology that can be used to test a higher proportion of symptom-free people, better enabling the identification of those who may be carrying the infection and need to isolate. This helps to break the chain of transmission. Anyone testing positive for the virus in England will be contacted by NHS Test and Trace to help them track their contacts. This will help people to identify who they may have been in close contact with, protecting others from further transmission. Close contacts of those testing positive will also hear from NHS Test and Trace, asking them to stay at home for 10 days to prevent them from unknowingly spreading the virus. They will be advised to also book at test if they develop symptoms. 8 SIMON WADE Electrical Engineering Services

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10 Voting Safely At Elections In May

On Thursday 6 May 2021 residents in King’s Lynn & West Norfolk will go to the polls to have their say on who represents them as both Police Crime & Commissioner and in the Norfolk County Council elections.

Even though elections are not until May, plans are already being made to help you stay safe while casting your vote. There are a number of ways to have your say - you can vote in a polling station, by post, or by appointing someone you trust to vote on your behalf, which is known as a proxy vote. Lorraine Gore, Local Returning Officer for King’s Lynn & West Norfolk said: “Elections are very important – they are an opportunity to make your voice heard and have a say on who represents you on issues that directly affect day-to-day life here in King’s Lynn & West Norfolk. “Preparing for an election at any time is resource intensive, preparing for an election during a pandemic is a whole different challenge. The elections planned for 6 May 2021 are still scheduled to go ahead. We are arranging for these elections now so that, however you choose to cast your vote in May, you can do so safely. We will be putting arrangements in place to help you stay safe at the polling station but you also have the option to apply to vote by post or by proxy.”

If you’re thinking about voting by post, you can apply now. This will make sure your application is processed early, and your postal vote can be sent to you more quickly. It’s easy to apply and you can find out how by visiting the Electoral Commission website or by contacting Kings Lynn and West Norfolk Council. You need to be registered to vote in order to have a say at the elections – the easiest way to register is online at www.gov.uk/register-to-vote” Do You Fancy Trying A Different Walk? Hopefully we will be able to travel further afield soon, when we can why not look at this website www.walkinginengland.co.uk/norfolk . It has hundreds of walks from ½ mile to 12 miles plus long and tells you whether they are suitable for pushchairs and wheelchairs. Download them and print them - free.

11 Jane and Rachel Welcome You To

Jane’s Coffee Corner Is Open. Pizzas Available For Take Away. Home Delivery Available Please Call 01485 528 921 To Check Current Opening Hours 12 MUGA Report Spring 2021 At the time of writing the MUGA is still closed due to the current COVID related regulations. As soon as there are any changes and we are able to open we will. Up to date information will be posted on the notice board so please check on this. As a committee we have continued to meet via this virtual world and keep in touch with each other. To this effect we organised a new electric floodlight box to be installed in January. The old one was disintegrating and now this better quality one should last for many years to come. Our thanks go to Peter Lawton, our new committee member, who organised the work with Simon Wade who carried out the job without charging us for his labour as he saw it as a worthy community project. We shall have to make a decision later in the year about annual subscriptions, they are usually due in May. We deferred them for a few months last year because of the court closure and then started taking them again before we had to close again. We still have to pay a yearly insurance, have a ROSPA inspection and carry out maintenance so we hope you will be happy to continue with your subscriptions when asked. Thank you for your support and understanding in these difficult times and most of all please keep yourselves safe.

Reflector By Email While we cannot print and distribute copies of the local Reflector newsletter each month we have kept it going by sending out email editions. The subscription is just £3 for the year, unless you would like to donate a little more, and all the money collected is to support St Mary’s Church, East Rudham. If you had not realised you can still get a copy and would like to receive our virtual Reflector each month please let me know at [email protected] with the following information: Your name and your Email address The subscription is payable through a bank transfer to: East & West Rudham Parochial Church Council Sort code 20-30-81 Account number 40345326 Reference: Reflector plus your initials/surname if space allows. Or you can drop the £3 (in a named envelope) through the letter box at 4 Broome Cottages, Back Lane, East Rudham.

Thank you. Maggie Pattison

13 STONEPIT WOOD 2020

As we are all aware 2020 has been a year like no other and it is gratifying to see more people using the wood for recreation. There has been a steady increase in the amount of wildlife using the wood and we would like to remind people to keep to the paths, not climb the trees and not disturb the animals and birds. Please keep dogs on a lead and clear up after them.

The bird population is now well established and we supply extra food to ensure they stay. Many thanks to Sue and Barry for feeding whilst we are on holiday. Occupancy of the 22 bird boxes was slightly up on the previous years with 94% occupation of boxes with entrance holes. The open boxes continue to be unused for nesting but are used for roosting. We believe that there is now sufficient dense cover for the likes of robins and blackbirds to nest.

The wood continues to thrive with most of the trees and shrubs putting on better than expected growth this year. We think this is due to the fact that we are gradually improving the soil by mulching with leaves, grass clippings and bark chippings, and the amount of rain we had this year. The boundary hedges are particularly impressive which is probably because the soil here is better than the rest of the site. They will receive their second hard cut in January 2021 to encourage bushiness at the base, the majority of their tree guards have also been removed to promote this.

As an example of the diversity in the wood, one of the bird boxes was taken over by a colony of hornets. They completely filled the box and also covered the whole of the outside with a nesting structure.

14 We continue to mow and strim the paths and ‘rides’, control the brambles, spread mulch, prune where necessary and generally manage the wood to ensure it continues to provide a mini conservation and wildlife area. The final planting in the North East corner is now complete and it has several buddleia to provide food for butterflies. We are also trying to establish a beetle bank.

After 10 years of spraying, cutting and digging out dead roots, we appear to have finally got rid of the Japanese knot weed, but we will remain vigilant.

We were very lucky to be given a shed by Sue and John Jones which we will convert to a wildlife watching hide, it will be put opposite the main bird feeding station. We were also given a generous donation by Dave Tutt who lives in Pockthorpe which has paid for the refurbishment of the shed.

Once again several people have kindly donated materials and services, without which our job would be much harder so we would like to thank: Adam Neave and family Michael Heading Neil and Trevor Williamson James and Antony Ringer Eileen and Michael Barrett Lawnwise Ltd in Fakenham Rob McGregor (manager of the pig unit) Robbie and Richard Cross

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15 West Norfolk to receive over £700k funding to create long-term homes for rough sleepers. The Communities Secretary, Robert Jenrick MP, has announced new government funding of over £700,000 for West Norfolk to create new, safe, long-term homes for rough sleepers. The borough council submitted a funding application in August to the Next Steps Programme for funding to support people who had been provided with accommodation during the ‘Get Everyone In’ government led drive at the start of the pandemic to get people off the streets. Cllr Adrian Lawrence, Cabinet member for Housing said: “I’m delighted to hear this funding has been secured. The support from James Wild MP has been crucial in getting help and a roof over the head of some of the most vulnerable people in West Norfolk.”James Wild, added: “When Covid-19 hit the council, Purfleet Trust, Night Shelter, Freebridge Community Housing, Housing and other partners worked incredibly hard together to help to get people off the streets and into safe accommodation. Now we need to take further action to help eradicate rough-sleeping and I met the Minister earlier this month to champion this bid for longer term accommodation. This funding will help people in West Norfolk to turn around their lives through the Housing First model that provides vital additional support, as well as other flats for people moving from hostels.” ”Two proposals were submitted. The first is to provide 10 move on flats, by partner Broadland Housing Association, who will manage the accommodation for people leaving emergency accommodation or supported housing. There will be dedicated support for those people, with housing provided for the medium term until more permanent accommodation can be secured. This proposal will help release the emergency and supported housing for those in crisis now, including those who may otherwise be rough sleeping. The second proposal was an initiative for people who have higher support needs and may have had a pattern of rough sleeping over a number of years. Under a model called ‘Housing First’ it is planned that a number of units of accommodation (up to six) will be provided by Broadland Housing by March 2021 with a high level of support provided for a medium to long term. Cllr Lawrence continued: “Housing First is an internationally recognised based model of housing and support for those with chronic housing, health and social care needs. Housing First has been shown to be effective in supporting people with histories of street homelessness, or other types of homelessness where contact with services has been unsuccessful in breaking the cycle of instability. This will focus on the most complex and entrenched rough sleepers and will provide valuable resource in terms of intensive support, ending their rough sleeping and sustaining accommodation.”

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New Special School in Fakenham – Consultation SENDAT would like to offer you the opportunity to comment on our plans to open a new special school in Fakenham – Duke of Lancaster School – to serve children and families in Norfolk. In July 2020 the Department for Education approved our application to open a new special school. The school will open in January 2022 and be located on the site of the former Fakenham Sixth Form College, in Wells Road, as part of Norfolk County Council’s £120 million programme to transform special education. Information about the new school, its vision and ethos, curriculum offer and admissions arrangements are available, also as part of the consultation process we have prepared an online survey for all interested parties to complete and we would encourage you to let us know your views on the proposed school. All via the website at www.sendat.academy/dukeoflancaster Duke of Lancaster School will be a special school for children aged 5-16 with autism and complex communication and interaction needs. When full, the school will provide a modern learning environment for up to 100 children and young people whose parent/carers will have named Duke of Lancaster School on their Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP).

18 National Apprenticeship Week

Apprentices who work at the borough council were celebrated through an online campaign to mark National Apprenticeship week, 8 -14 February 2021. The council has run a successful apprenticeship scheme for 9 years, supporting employees by offering a broad spectrum of apprenticeships across a variety of fields. Elle Carroll, who is studying a Level 4 Revenues and Welfare Benefits Practitioner course, says: “The most rewarding part of my apprenticeship is that I was able to carry on working during the pandemic and help out the local community. I believe doing an apprenticeship is a great way to learn on the job and I didn’t want to go to University. I believe it has put me on the right path for the future.”

Sophie Nicholls, who studied for a Level 3 Team Leader/Supervisor Apprenticeship, adds: "Having been out of education for over 10 years and working full time, I didn’t think returning to education was ever going to be an option. My apprenticeship showed me that it’s never too late to gain more qualifications or learn new skills.”

Cllr Brian Long, Leader of the Borough Council of King’s Lynn & West Norfolk, said: “As a council we really feel that the apprenticeship scheme is worthy of our support. We encourage lifelong learning and an apprenticeship scheme is an excellent way of achieving career progression for individuals and an improved workforce for the council.” Lorraine Gore, Chief Executive of the borough council, added: “The borough council has supported apprenticeship schemes for many years. The council-run apprenticeships provide opportunities for individuals to access training for qualifications and develop relevant work-based skills across a wide range of the council’s activities. Apprenticeships are an extremely good route to achieve personal development for the individual and provides the organisation with trained and highly motivated staff and also means they can give back more to the organisation.” “Because of our positive experience we would encourage other local businesses to consider developing their own apprenticeship scheme”

This is part of the campaign that has been run by the Local Government Association since 2017.

19 What is Lily?

From 1 July 2018, the Lily service expanded to include everyone over 18, not just those in later years. Lily provides a comprehensive range of support in west Norfolk to combat loneliness and social isolation in adults of all ages. The project is linked to the 'No Lonely Day' initiative, and encourages our residents to develop friendships and engage in their local communities.

Lily also has a strong focus on community development by: Helping groups to arrange activities and encouraging volunteering. Providing community events and onsite information sessions. Providing support for employers, schools, and colleges.

Accessing Lily You can access Lily in a variety of ways: The Lily online directory, by telephoning 01553 616200, at community groups, locations and events and home visits from a Lily Advisor. The Lily online directory lists organisations, services and activities that help people to live healthy, active and independent lives. It is expanding to include more and more information relevant to adults of all ages.

Topics include: Learning, work and volunteering, what’s on, things to do, travel and getting around, money matters, staying safe, caring for others, care and support for you, news, childcare and family support, advice and advocacy, housing and care homes.

To request that a Lily Advisor comes along to your event, or find out where they'll be in attendance, please telephone 01553 616200 and ask for the Lily Coordinator, or email [email protected].

20 You can also find the locations on the 'Lily in your community' page of the Lily online directory. If you would like your own event or organisation to be included on the directory, please get in touch. Trained Lily Advisors can provide support over the phone or face to face to help people overcome feelings of loneliness and social isolation. Lily Advisors will work with clients to consider how engaging with the community can support their health and wellbeing. To request support either for yourself or someone else, please call 01553 616200 or email [email protected]

**************** Careline We supply Careline alarms, pendants and key safes, providing round the clock assistance at the push of a button. © Careline Community Service | Borough Council of King's Lynn & West Norfolk Telephone 01553 616200 Care and Repair We support disabled and older people to live independently at home by providing adaptations, equipment and a handy person service. Care & Repair, King’s Court, Chapel Street, King’s Lynn, PE30 1EX - Telephone: 01553 616200

************* Annual Village Litter Pick

The Parish Council normally arranges a litter pick in the village during March, before the growth of vegetation hides the rubbish dropped over the previous months. This year we have to postpone it until Government guidelines allow it to take place in safety. Now the Parish Council have its own litter picking kit we can arrange it at short notice. It only takes about an hour and a half and the village looks so much better afterwards. So keep an eye on the notice board and parish website.

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W Criminals Will Take Advantage Of Any Situation, They Look For People Who Are Vulnerable Or Appear So

In the present pandemic they are in their element.

Never deal with cold callers looking to do work on or around your property.

Never agree to have work done by somebody who is ‘just passing’ or take their word that it needs to be done at all.

Never allow a cold caller access to your home, roof or gardens even if they are offering to do tasks for a small fee or free.

Never pay for work before it is completed.

When looking to have work done on or around your property, only deal with reputable companies you have researched and chosen yourself and have obtained a written quotation from before they start the work.

Please make use of the ‘ NO COLD CALLERS ‘sticker enclosed.

MOBILE POST OFFICE OPENING TIMES

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22 CURRENT SCAMS East Rudham Parish Council receive regular information from Norfolk Police about Scams and Criminals active in our area. To enable this to be passed on to those living in our village, the information has been put on the parish council website. This is updated regularly as new information is received. For more urgent situations, there is a Stop Press section www.eastrudhamparishcouncil.norfolkparishes.gov.uk Please have a look

SOME OF THE RECENT SCAM ALERTS We are reminding residents to continue to be Scam Aware following the restrictions in England. Action Fraud have put together a list of scams we should all be aware of regarding Covid-19 and lockdown. These include: Fake Government/HMRC emails offering grants and tax reductions Emails offering to assist with universal credit applications Fake phone calls supposedly from Amazon Fake phone calls from BT about sim cards asking you to press 1 Fake e mails offering Covid vaccine Fake phone calls offering loft insulation

For more information on these scams, and advice should you receive one, can be found on the Action Fraud website or by calling 0300 123 2040 The Friends Against Scams partnership have also created a fact sheet to help raise awareness on coronavirus scams. Friends Against Scams help to protect and prevent people from becoming victims of scams. The fact sheet as well as information about becoming a Friend Against Scams and the free online awareness training available can be found on the Friends Against Scams website . ************** Do not ever give out Passwords Pin numbers Bank details Personal details

23 USEFUL TELEPHONE NUMBERS

Title Name Number Badminton Tony Dessant 01485 528 514

Community Car Scheme 01485 520 823

Fakenham Surgery 01328 863 241

James Wild MP james.wild.mp@ parliament.uk Horticultural Soc. Trevor Williamson 01485 528 302

Litter/fly tipping hotline 0800 2532687

Massingham Surgery 01485 520 521

Docking Surgery 01485 521 135

MUGA Maggie Pattison 01485 528 842

POLICE 101

Oil Buying Scheme Susan Jones 01485 528 243

Rudham Primary School 01485 528 230

Village hall bookings Julie Rouse 01485 528 376

WI Jane Whewell 01485 528 159

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