Messages from the Borough Council for the Easter Weekend….

Easter is on its way, but don’t forget the lock-down restrictions

There are lots of things to do while staying at home

Make the most of garden activities

With many more people now working from home, we are keen to encourage everyone to be respectful of their neighbours, for example, by keeping noise levels down or not having bonfires which may be disruptive. We would ask too that people look out for neighbours – safely – who may not have anyone checking on them.

Finally….Dog Mess Bins The Borough Council apologises but the regularity of collections of dog poo bins has reduced due to pressure on their services in these unprecedented times.  Please would people bag their dog’s poo as normal and place it in their black bin at home.

Community co-ordinating hub established and help getting out to those most in need

Appeal for Personal Protective Equipment

Looking for Volunteers

• We know that there are many people keen to help out at this time which is very much welcomed. If you are able to volunteer some of your time to assist others in your community, we really need your help. If you are a business and can help with services, vehicles or other resources, we would love to hear from you, as together we really can make a difference.  Individuals who want to volunteer should visit www.voluntarynorfolk.org.uk and businesses should email covidbusinessresponse@voluntarynorfolk.org.uk

• If any groups have set themselves up in your village or parish, please encourage them to get in touch with the Lily team at asklily@west-norfolk.gov.uk so that we can support each other through this.  They may be able to assist the group with help, advice and support, and the group may be able to help individuals that are referring through the countywide helpline.  Anything you can do to promote this would be very helpful.

Deliveries

Are you a business that is able to provide deliveries of groceries, sanitary products, cleaning products, or baby products (nappies and formula), for people who are isolated and unable to leave the house, but able to pay? Please get in touch with the Borough Council. They will help promote you on the askLily website. Please email communications@west-norfolk.gov.uk with your name, what you can provide, and how people can contact you.

The King’s Lynn Borough Council has an information hub webpage: https://www.west-norfolk.gov.uk/coronavirus
Find changes and updates to Council services here
And information about support for businesses here

UK Government: https://www.gov.uk/coronavirus

For Health advice – NHS: http://www.nhs.uk/coronavirus

Norfolk County Council: https://www.norfolk.gov.uk/care-support-and-health/health-and-wellbeing/adults-health/coronavirus

The Gayton PC website has been given a make-over. All the information has been carried over from the old website and an important new feature has been introduced

The Parish Council will now post news items on the website to let you know when additional PC meetings are being held, along with other useful information such as village events.

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