All recycling centres across Cambridgeshire are closed, and many of the operators who empty clothing and other recycling banks at our recycling points are unable to collect from them. Tempting as it is to have a spring cleanout during this period, to avoid overflowing and making a mess at the…
COVID-19 Scams
A number of COVID19 related phishing emails have been reported to Action Fraud. These emails attempt to trick you into opening malicious attachments which could lead to fraudsters stealing your personal information, logins, passwords, or banking details. As people spend more time online, there is also a huge rise in…
COVID-19 gov.uk updates
The UK government have set up an email alert system that sends subscribers with instant or daily or weekly updates when the government publishes or changes anything on GOV.UK about COVID-19. To subscribe, goto https://www.gov.uk/email-signup?link=/government/topical-events/coronavirus-covid-19-uk-government-response.
Buddy Scheme
As the virus spreads, we are warned by the Government that people showing symptoms and those categorised as vulnerable (including over 70’s) will be asked to self-isolate for a significant period of time. With this in mind, the Parish Council and Parochial Church Council are setting up a ‘Buddy’ scheme…
Cambridgeshire libraries closed
A message from Cambridgeshire and Peterborough Association of Local Councils (CALPAC): Following the Prime Minister’s words on Friday 20 March, increasing social distancing by closing many social venues, we are striving to maintain key functions of the library service across Cambridgeshire. We must do this in a way which minimises…
16A Bus Service Timetable Change
Commencing from 29th March, a revised time table will be in effect for the 16A bus to/from Cambridge, as well as other bus services in and around Cambridge. For a complete list of changes, please visit the Stagecoach website. 16A Revised timetable.
Red Lion, Horseheath meat boxes
This might be of interest to villagers. Update21 March. Out of stock and not taking any more orders but will be ordering more supplies next week. Try phoning them.
Green bin collections suspended
Green bin collections across Cambridge City and South Cambridgeshire will not take place between Monday 23 March and Monday 4 May. The Greater Cambridge Shared Waste Service, a partnership between Cambridge City and South Cambridgeshire District Councils, has made the decision in order to support staff and the recycling and…
Coronavirus Scam
Coronavirus scam costs victims over £800,000 in one month. From protective clothing and malicious attachments through to revealing sensitive personal and financial information, unscrupulous scammers are attempting to cash in on this tragedy. [Read More]
Don’t be conned:
- Don’t click on links or attachments in suspicious emails
- Do not respond to unsolicited messages asking for personal/financial information
- Install latest software and updates on devices
- If you are looking at making purchases on sites you don’t know or trust then make sure you do research of the company first before making the purchase, ask family and friends for advice
- If you do decide to make payment use a credit card as the majority of credit card providers insure purchases made online
- Keep in contact with your loved ones, especially if elderly or more vulnerable and make sure they are safe and comfortable
LVC – Year 9 to study from home from Wed 18th March
Dear Parent/Carer Year 9 Students to Work From Home As the situation is changing daily I would like to update you on the College’s position and reassure you that we are taking as many steps as possible to protect your children. In line with Government advice, the College remains open, however…