For those of you that are getting a tad bored, you can read about what is going on in the South Downs National Park HERE The link doesn’t work in the email.
Category: Parish Council
Apr 11
Volunteers
For those of you in the village who are helping others, and there are lots… Here is a handy “Cue Card” with government guidelines to keep safe.
Apr 11
No Bonfires Please
Please do not burn garden waste, or any other waste, under any circumstances. With many people currently in their homes it is important to be considerate of your neighbours in Poynings. Smoke and smells from bonfires can aggravate respiratory problems such as asthma and bronchitis and affect those with heart complaints. Please either compost your …
Apr 07
Help the West Sussex Record Office document these unprecedented times
West Sussex Record Office has closed its doors for the first time in over 70 years because of coronavirus (COVID-19), but their great work continues, and they need residents’ help. The team are inviting residents across the county to record a diary that will be kept alongside other pandemic related records. These will then be …
Apr 07
EMERGENCY GRANTS PROGRAMME
The Prince’s Countryside Fund is a member of our Rural Services Partnership The Prince’s Countryside Fund is inviting applications for emergency funding from farming and rural community support groups, who are providing assistance to counter the effects of isolation during the Coronavirus pandemic With thanks to Players of People’s Postcode Lottery, groups can apply …
Apr 06
Urgent carer recruitment appeal launched to help our most vulnerable residents in West Sussex
Local people who have lost their jobs due to the impact of coronavirus are being urged to come forward and apply for jobs in the care industry to support elderly and vulnerable residents. Care homes and home care providers in West Sussex are anticipating a huge demand for their services as the outbreak continues. …
Apr 03
Parish Council Meetings and the Annual Parish Meeting
Due to the Coronavirus and social distancing, the regulations for Parish councils have been changed so that until 7 May 2021, Parish Council Meetings can be help remotely. The Annual Parish Meeting has been cancelled this year and the Chair can continue to next May, although councils may elect a chairman at an earlier meeting …
Apr 03
Small business Grants
MSDC has now received an initial £28m from Government to distribute to certain types of businesses via grants in line with the Chancellor’s announcements. We are writing to businesses we believe are eligible and are working with business associations but please help get the word out. Businesses will need to register online for …
Apr 03
West Sussex Library Services still available online
Let us entertain you! Struggling with self-isolation? Then the West Sussex Library Service want residents to join them online. Anyone who is currently not a member of their local library, can join for free at www.westsussex.gov.uk/elibrary. Once a welcome email has been received, they will have access to the e-library service, where there …
Mar 31
Dispersing Groups/Gatherings
I have had questions regarding what to do if residents raise concerns that they have seen groups/gatherings. The link below is Sussex Police page and an FAQ on ” Can I disperse groups of more than 2 people”. https://www.sussex.police.uk/police-forces/sussex-police/areas/campaigns/campaigns/coronavirus-our-response/ Volunteers – how to help safely There have been a number of communications around keeping volunteers …