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Welcome to the HSE Weekly Digest eBulletin - 14 Jan 21
This week's digest contains advice and guidance on protecting homeworkers during the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. We also have information on spot check inspections during the national lockdown.
There are also links to a survey as we look for feedback from those who drive at work and details of HSE's recent enforcement activity.
For all the latest updates visit our website.
Posted: Thu, 14 Jan 2021 14:20 by Jon Chitty
Rising water levels - County and District Council responsibilities - Jan 21
rom: Morley, Oliver (Corporate Director - People)
Sent: 14 January 2021 11:55
Subject: Rising water levels locally
Importance: High
Dear Clerks,
We are aware from a range of sources around rising water levels in a number of areas in the district. We take our coordination role in relation to any potential emergency incident in our area incredibly seriously.
One of the key lessons from the issues around Christmas,... Read More »
Posted: Thu, 14 Jan 2021 13:52 by Jon Chitty
Bogus BT Telephone Call - 11 Jan 21
Beware of a scam telephone call recently received from 0208 0400389 by one of our partners. The call stated, in an automated voice, "This is to inform you that your BT contract will be terminated tomorrow due to illegal theft and hacking activities. To restore your account and resolve the current scenario press 1 to talk to our investigation team right now. Please press 1 now. Thank you."
You can listen... Read More »
Posted: Mon, 11 Jan 2021 11:02 by Jon Chitty
The UK has left the EU and new rules are here
The transition period has ended and the UK has left the EU, so new rules are here. Act now to keep your business moving.
Rules and procedures have changed for some industries but your responsibility to protect the health and safety of people affected by your work activities remain.
There are some new rules and procedures you must follow to continue to place chemicals, civil explosives and work equipment... Read More »
Posted: Fri, 08 Jan 2021 13:56 by Jon Chitty
Reports by Age UK for Cambridgeshire and Peterborough 2020
Schematic report into 6 months with Covid-19—1st April 2020 to 30th September 2020.
And the Annual Review and Impact Statement 2019/2020 Age UK Cambridgeshire and Peterborough.
Posted: Wed, 06 Jan 2021 12:27 by Jon Chitty
COVID-19 UPDATE effective 4th January 2021
COVID-19 UPDATE effective 4th January 2021
National Lockdown: Stay at Home
The Government has announced a national lockdown and published guidance on what you can and cannot do during this time.
With these new restrictions in place, including extremely vulnerable people being asked to shield again, our coronavirus case studies from previous lockdowns might provide useful ideas and inspiration to support... Read More »
Posted: Wed, 06 Jan 2021 12:07 by Jon Chitty
Who is responsible for managing flooding in the district
Huntingdonshire District Council provides sandbags if your home is in imminent danger of flooding. This would be if the flood water is within a few inches of your living area and still rising.
If this is the case, please call 01480 388388 during office hours or 01480 434167 out of hours.
We are responsible for maintaining some watercourses. We ensure that owners of land next to watercourses keep them... Read More »
Posted: Mon, 28 Dec 2020 10:24 by Jon Chitty
Move of Cambridgeshire into Tier 4 wef 0001hrs on 26 Dec 20
To all Councillors
We have this afternoon received notification that as of 00.01am on 26th December we enter Tier 4 for the purposes of Covid restrictions. This is a significant step and is one that has impacted all of the neighbouring areas in the east of England. The messaging is simple, stay at home, and we have just concluded our local emergency planning meeting to check... Read More »
Posted: Wed, 23 Dec 2020 18:05 by Jon Chitty
Revised dustbin collection dates - Christmas and New Year
Revised dustbin collection dates - Christmas and New Year
Posted: Fri, 18 Dec 2020 12:31 by Jon Chitty
Coronavirus update re Parish Council meetings
Coronavirus updates
NALC has reviewed and updated its coronavirus information. This includes an update on the position on council meetings. See the update below:
Local council meetings
NALC strongly advises local councils to continue to meet remotely, without the need for face-to-face contact.
Local councils have the powers to hold public meetings remotely by using video or telephone conferencing technology... Read More »
Posted: Thu, 17 Dec 2020 09:58 by Jon Chitty
