Parish Council July update
It was a welcome return to face to face meetings in June, albeit under continuing social distancing rules so we were in the main hall of the Victoria Rooms. The meeting included the following business:
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Some unsung heroes
These have been very difficult times for everyone. Village life in many ways came to a halt. The village shop and the Post Office have been life-lines and their support to the community obvious to
Continue readingWivey WiLDCATS zero to hero charity swim
Nine young children from throughout the 10 Parishes are training to swim 12km from Westbay to Lyme Regis, hoping to raise money to help secure the future of the Wivey outdoor pool. None swim with
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All our churches are open for private prayer: Ash Priors – every day during daylight hours Fitzhead – every day during daylight hours (door can be stiff, give it a shove) Halse – every day
Continue readingChanges to local government
As you know there is an ongoing proposal to create a Unitary authority in Somerset and there are two proposals: One Somerset – promoted by Somerset County Council to create a single new authority for
Continue readingVirtual careers fair for the care sector
A virtual careers fair for the Care Sector has been arranged for 24 November 2020 from 11am to 1pm, via Zoom, where organisations, businesses and training providers will be sharing their opportunities. Youtube videos from
Continue readingMilverton United Charities update
Because of the circumstances created by the Corona virus pandemic, and after much consultation, the Trustees of the Milverton United Charities have decided not to distribute Christmas vouchers this year. They are sorry if this
Continue reading100 Club winner for September 2020
The Victoria Rooms Management runs a 100 Club to help raise funds for the village hall. The winner list is located 100 Club webpage . “Membership of the 100 Club is now fully subscribed. Thank
Continue readingMindline Somerset
Mindline Somerset have extended their phone line opening hours to support people’s emotional health needs during coronavirus. Call 01823 279892 Available: Monday to Friday 9am to 11pm Saturday and Sunday 8pm to 11pm Please note:
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Somerset West and Taunton Council announcement Following the latest government advice to prevent the spread of the Coronavirus Somerset West and Taunton Council has closed its offices to protect our community and staff. Many of
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