This page is intended to act as a notice board for events occuring in the parish - should you have an event you want publicised here please contact us. For regular events and further information please use the link to the left hand side of
the page 1.From Herefordshire Council: You@Home.The Herefordshire Handyperson Scheme Eligible : anyone over 16 who finds the pressures of maintaining their home difficult on account of illness, disability or life
experience. Available to owner-occupiers, private tenants and tenants of Registered Social Landlords who do not offer a handyperson scheme themselves What kind of jobs? : small home repairs and one-off house or
garden clearing that will take no more than about 2 hours. E.g. unblocking sinks and W C's; replacing broken windows; repairing garden gates to allow safe access. Costs of materials used are charged only. Work must be
necessary for safety reasons or to stop your being evicted. Further details: Home Improvement Agency Tel: 01432 260757 email: yah@herefordshire.gov.uk Herefordshire Council 84 Whitecross Road Hereford HR4 0DH
Leaflets at The Swan, Edde Cross St, Ross or with the Clerk (01989 563213) 2. From Herefordshire Council:
Herefordshire Affordable Warmth Strategy. Grants available to help contribute to reducing fuel poverty.
CONTACT: HEAT Team (Herefordshire Energy Action Team) on 01432 260398 for energy efficiency advice, grant assistance. Leaflets at The Swan, Edde Cross Street or with the Clerk (01989 563213)
PACT (Police and Communities Together) Meeting Tuesday 5th August 2008
Herefordshire Core Strategy'Developing Options Consultation' from Forward Planning Dept. 4 Strategic Options:
A. Focus on Economy (emphasis on economic objectives) Focus new housing and employment to Hfd, Leominster & market towns (Ross Ledbury, Bromyard) B. Focus on Society (emphasis on social objectives or regeneration) Focus on deprived areas in Hereford and Leominster and access to services in rural areas. C. Focus on Environment (emphasis on environmental objectives being the driver in accommodating new growth) Devt in Hereford and market towns, protect/enhance high priority areasD. Focus on a New or Expanded Settlement no sites determined yet for new settlements
ROAD SHOW; ROSS-ON-WYE MARKET SQUARE 8TH JULY 10am TO 1pm SUMMARY LEAFLETS AVAILABLE AT INFO OFFICE (THE SWAN) AND QUESTIONNAIRES FOR YOUR OWN RESPONSE.
FULL DOCUMENT CAN BE VIEWED AT THE SWAN, LIBRARY and at www.herefordshire.gov.uk/ldf
WARNING ABOUT ANIMAL THEFTWPC has received reports of dogs stolen from the areas of Howle Hill, Bulls Hill and Leys Hill Make sure you know where your animals are and that they are tagged Climate Change - Herefordshire Newsletter The greenhouse effect
is reaching dangerous levels; climate change is already occurring. We are experiencing more extreme weather conditions that will continue
to increase, affecting humans, animals and ecosystems if nothing is done to stop it. Burning of fossil fuels
for heating, electricity and transportation produces carbon emissions that cause the greenhouse effect. Human impact is thought to be the main contributor to climate change.Reducing our
energy loss and wastage through energy efficiency measures will reduce carbon emissions and help to slow the greenhouse effect. 10 simple energy saving measures that won't cost you anything and
will save you money:
§ Close curtains at dusk to reduce the amount of heat lost through the windows§ Unplug chargers when not in use as they still use electricity § Energy saving light bulbs - each saving you up to £9 per year on your electricity bill § When buying new appliances always choose ones which are A or B rated if possible § Fill your washing machine/dishwasher/tumble dryer to full or use the half load/economy selection § Set the timer on your heating correctly §
Turn your heating thermostat down by 1C § Fill your kettle with only as much water as you need
§ Always turn lights off when you leave a room § Turn appliances off standby when not in use
Loft and cavity wall insulation, draught proofing, thermostatic radiator valves, radiator panels and hot water tank jackets
are minor energy efficiency measures you can install. There are grants available for these works, to find out how much you may be entitled to contact Isabel or Harry at Herefordshire Council (01432 260398 or 261887) or the Energy Efficiency Advice Centre (0800 512012).
Cars are a major source of carbon emissions – a small car produces 2.5 tonnes of carbon per year, this is more than an average family house! So, every time you go to get in your car, think about whether
you can walk, cycle, catch the bus or get a lift? Can you car share to get work each day? www.twoshare.co.uk
provides information about other people in your area that want to share lifts. |
