With the guidance to stay at home, it is recognised that there may be pressure in households for those who are experiencing or feel at risk of domestic abuse. Domestic abuse is unacceptable in any situation, no matter what stresses a person could be under...
Update: 15/04/20 - West Berkshire Council have released an update and guidance on waste collections in West Berkshire during the Coronavirus pandemic. Waste Services- If you are unsure of your bin collection days, you can check using the following link: https://citizen.westberks.gov.uk/binday- All recycling and rubbish bins should...
West Berkshire Council has issued a news scheme to make a small amount of money available as a refundable float for community groups and their volunteers that are supporting households who cannot shop for themselves during the Covid 19 outbreak. The Float is designed to ensure...
The government is advising people who face the highest risk of being hospitalised by the virus to stay at home to protect themselves and others. People falling into this extremely vulnerable group include: Solid organ transplant recipients.People with specific cancers:people with cancer who are undergoing active chemotherapypeople...
The Government has launched a free Coronavirus Information Service on WhatsApp. The new service aims to provide official, trustworthy and timely information and advice about coronavirus (COVID-19), to further reduce the burden on NHS services and prevent the spread of false information. The service links users...
Following the Chancellor’s announcement of a variety of Income Support Schemes especially for the self-employed, a new wave of scam emails, calls and text messages claiming to be from HMRC have started to circulate. They are offering financial help in exchange for your bank details...
On Monday 30 March 2020, an Extraordinary Council meeting was convened by the Mayor of Newbury, Cllr. Elizabeth O’Keeffe, to enable the Council to respond to the Coronavirus emergency. The meeting was held ‘virtually’, with Councillors, Council Officers and members of the public able to join the meeting safely, whilst adhering...
Newbury Markets remain open for essential retail stalls, such as grocery and food In line with Government guidelines, our Thursday and Saturday markets will continue to trade grocery and food. So come along for some of the best local, fresh produce, including fruit and veg, meat,...
The Town Council is closing some of its play areas in Victoria Park, City Recreation Ground, Wash Common and other areas around the town in order to slow the spread of Coronavirus. Enclosed playgrounds, including the tennis courts and the Bowls Club in Victoria Park,...
Following a discussion this morning, as a temporary measure until Members have meet as a full Council and agree an action plan, it is proposed that the TOWN HALL is closed at the end of today to public enquiries at the Reception area. This is in...