Asda’s have launched a dedicated volunteer shopping card to help the many people self-isolating and unable to go out to buy their shopping.
Customers can buy these shopping cards online, top up and give to their family member, friend, or NHS volunteer to pay for their shopping without the hassle of using cash or bank cards.
This also promotes a contactless way of shopping, essential for reducing risk to our self-isolating customers.
These volunteer shopping cards can be bought at asda.com/volunteercard
Apr 03
Asda Volunteer shopping card
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 the grant. Payments will start to be made next week.
All the details, including eligibility and how businesses can register, can be found here:
https://www.midsussex.gov.uk/revsandbens/business-rates/new-grants-for-business-rates/
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 is an extended range of downloadable books, audiobooks, magazines, comics and newspapers.
Newspapers and magazines are free to download and there is no limit on the number that can be downloaded at one time.
The library team is also investing in hundreds of extra e-book titles for adults and children, which are being added daily.
Duncan Crow, Cabinet Member for Fire and Rescue and Communities, said: “The library service has put in a lot of time and effort to make sure that people’s ability to read is not negatively impacted whilst the libraries are temporarily closed and they have seen an increase in the number of people signing up to their online services, which means that more residents are able to access e-books, newspapers and audiobooks.
“Knowing their library users well, they also took the decision to establish a virtual reading group on Facebook. You don’t have to be a member to join in the conversation and you’ll be able to have conversations with like-minded individuals.
“We are all spending much more time at home at the moment, but you can put that time to good use – why not try reading that book you’ve always wanted to, or try a completely new genre. We’re here to help you pass the time by as quickly as possible.”
Alongside things to read, the online library service has temporary access to Find My Past where residents can trace their family history and free online learning courses to build professional skills or carry on studying.
The team are also looking at innovative ways to have interactive rhyme time and knit and natter sessions soon.
Follow the West Sussex Library Service on Facebook (@WestSussexLibraries) or Twitter (@WSCCLibraries) to get the most up-to-date information or you can join the West Sussex Library Service e-newsletter by visiting www.westsussex.gov.uk and searching for ’email alerts’.
Apr 01
Truffles – 9am today (NOW) in the car park.
You’ve Just got time to catch the Truffles van today if you missed it yesterday, which was a great success.
Fulking shepherd and dog 8.45
Poynings playing field 9am
Shoreham Long shore pub 9.45
Lancing miller and carter 10.15
Sompting Howard road 10.30 and whippet car park 10.45
High salvington shop 11.30
Angmering community Center car park -12.15
Please note these are guide times, we will play a jingle that sounds like an ice cream truck.
Social distancing is a must. If not compliant this may result in you not being served.
Try and pay by card payment.
If you are vulnerable or ill then please do not come out. Instead please get in touch for non contact delivery.
These routes may change daily, we will update you all how we get on. Please be kind as this is our first week and trying to help the local community. Thank you.
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”.
Volunteers – how to help safely
There have been a number of communications around keeping volunteers and vulnerable safe during this time with all of the positive community support to help emerging. The Government website produced this basic guidance on 26th March that might help answer some questions.
Mar 31
National theatre Life
For those of you who want a change from Netflix, wine, chocolate etc, don’t forget you can watch every Thursday the much-loved National Theatre Live productions, free to stream on YouTube for seven days. One Man Two Guvnors is funny. (You can still have the wine and chocolates!)
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Mar 31
WSCC Message
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I know these are challenging, worrying and unprecedented times for everyone in West Sussex, the whole country and indeed the whole world. Our priority is to make sure we protect the vulnerable members of our community, working with colleagues across the NHS and all of our partners, to get them the support they need. I want to thank you for doing all you can to prevent the spread of COVID-19 by staying at home and for your understanding as we stop providing some of our services, services we take so much pride in delivering under normal circumstances. I am sure you will want to join me in thanking all of the dedicated council staff who continue to deliver services; social care staff supporting children, young people and their families; supporting our older residents and carers; and teachers who are keeping our schools open so that parents and carers can help in the fight against the virus. We will continue to do all we can to tackle this outbreak and keep West Sussex residents safe. We can get through this together by staying apart for now. |
Mar 31
Observe speed limits
Roads may be quieter, but the speed limit is the same – that’s the message from the county council’s road safety team.
With reduced traffic during the coronavirus outbreak, Sussex Police contacted the West Sussex Road Safety team to say some drivers had been tempted to drive too fast.
Roger Elkins, county council Cabinet Member for Highways and Infrastructure, said: “As well as being against the law, speeding at any time involves unnecessary risks.
“During the coronavirus outbreak, emergency services and the NHS are facing immense pressure – being tempted to speed now risks additional strain on services if there’s an accident.
“We urge all road users to follow Government guidance during the outbreak and stay at home: only travel if absolutely necessary. But if you do have to travel, always drive, or ride, within the speed limit and at a speed appropriate to road conditions at the time.”
Anyone witnessing anti-social driving is asked to report it via: www.operationcrackdown.org
Mar 30
Truffles Mobile Delivery
Truffles are coming to Poynings tomorrow at about 9am and will be at the playing field
Please ensure our vulnerable residents are made aware and let them be first…
Only take what you need, this isn’t a stockpiling opportunity, and keep you distance from each other.
If it works it will become a regular visit, so help them support us.
Listen for an ice cream jingle. Scroll down for more info.
Our routes tomorrow:
Route 1
Ashurst village hall -9am
Wiston-old post office 9.45am
Washington-village hall 10.30am
Sullington village car park 11.15am
Thakeham village hall 12pm
Pulborough outside florists 12.30pm
Southwater woodlands way off college road 1pm
Cowfold park car park 1.45
Route 2
Poynings playing field 9am
Shoreham Long shore pub 9.45
Lancing miller and carter 10.15
Sompting Howard road 10.30 and whippet car park 10.45
High salvington shop 11.30
Angmering community Center car park -12.15
Route 3
West end lane Henfield 9am
Court bushes car park 9.30
Alborne school 10am
Keymer grey hound pub 11.30
Lindfield park car park 12
Spring hills Henfield 12.45
Please note these are guide times, we will play a jingle that sounds like an ice cream truck.
Social distancing is a must. If not compliant this may result in you not being served.
Try and pay by card payment.
If you are vulnerable or ill then please do not come out. Instead please get in touch for non contact delivery.
These routes may change daily, we will update you all how we get on. Please be kind as this is our first day and trying to help the local community. Thank you.
Mar 30
Charges suspended in Mid Sussex car parks
Mid Sussex District Council is suspending parking charges in its car parks from Monday 30 March until further notice due to the Covid-19 outbreak.
The move follows an announcement by West Sussex County Council on Thursday that social care and NHS workers can now park free-of-charge in West Sussex County Council on street spaces.
Regular parking patrols will continue to ensure public safety and the free movement of traffic, especially for the emergency services, carers and deliveries. People are strongly advised to be mindful of this and not to park on yellow lines, loading bays and clearways.
Councillor Stephen Hillier, Cabinet Member for Economic Growth said: “We are suspending parking charges in Mid Sussex District Council car parks to help our residents park safely, support key workers and avoid road congestion during the Covid-19 situation.
“These are difficult times for everyone but particularly for those who live in areas with limited space to park. Key workers who return home at night after work are struggling to find free spaces and we want to do all we can to support them.
“Civil Enforcement Officers will continue to patrol the streets but their focus will very much be on enforcing yellow lines and loading bays so that essential vehicles can still travel freely on the network and not have to contend with dangerously parked cars.”