Wimbish: The Parish Pump (Debden)

The Parish Pump was founded in 1979, bringing together the Church and Village magazines into a single publication to reflect the life and news of Debden. It is financially supported jointly by the Parish Council and the Parochial Church Council, and is distributed free to each home in the village by volunteers. Each published edition can also be viewed online at www.debden.org

The magazine has two editors but no official reporters. Consequently, an interesting magazine depends on articles coming from people in the village. The closing date for submitting content for publication is the 12th of each month.

Information provided by Wimbish HIVE

NHS - Protect your child from MMR

Around 1 in 10 children in the UK aren’t vaccinated against measles, mumps or rubella (MMR).
The MMR vaccine is safe and offers the best protection for children and their community. If you can’t remember if your child has had their MMR vaccines, check their personal child health record (red book) and speak to your GP practice to book their first or second dose. Visit ​NHS-MMR vaccine for more information.​

Weeton: Armed Forces Community Support Group - Service Leavers and Veterans Support sessions

The Foundation is pleased to announce the launch of our #VeteransSupport Group.

Sessions are open to anybody due to leave the Armed Forces, and will be taking place Monday and Thursday at Weeton Barracks.

For more info, email lee.geraghty@afcfylde.co.uk

www.afcfyldefoundation.co.uk

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Kirkham: Walking Football sessions for men and women every Wednesday

Walking Football!

  From 10-11:30.
  Refreshments afterwards.
  First 4 sessions free of charge!
  Fylde Sports and Education Centre, PR4 3JZ

OurWalking Football sessions are for men and women 50+ and no need to book!

For more information e-mail Michael.Whittle@afcfylde.co.uk 

Information provided by Preston & Weeton HIVE

DIO: Action Plan to tackle damp and mould

Investment and Action Plan to tackle damp and mould in Service Family Accommodation

Providing Service personnel and their families with safe, warm, dry, and compliant homes that are free of damp and mould is a critical priority for DIO. We fully acknowledge that not enough has been done in the past to ensure all homes are free of damp and mould and we are working hard to ensure all homes are to a standard that befits the many sacrifices Service personnel and their families make on behalf of the nation.

Over the years we have been working hard to improve homes. Last year we invested £123m to improve the quality of our homes in the UK and this year we are investing a further £143m. This will see significant improvements to around 45% of our homes, benefitting around 22,000 Service families.

However, we realise more needs to be done. DIO is therefore planning to invest £73m this year on replacement windows, doors, roofs and upgrades to thermal efficiency and ventilation to reduce the occurrence of damp and mould in homes.

We are also improving our process, through a Damp and Mould Action Plan, to provide a more proactive approach through earlier intervention and prevention. From April, there will be a dedicated hotline for families to report issues with damp and mould in their homes and we will communicate this new number to families as it goes live.

Together, these initiatives will make a big difference for thousands of military families.

Read more about the DIO Damp and Mould Action Plan here.

Blackpool: Free Event - Park run in Stanley Park - every Sunday

What is Blackpool parkrun?
A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it's up to you!

When is it?
Every Saturday at 9:00am.

Where is it?
The event takes place at Stanley Park, West Park Drive, Blackpool, Lancashire, FY3 9HQ. See Course page for more details.

What does it cost to join in?
Nothing - it's free! but please register before you first come along. Only ever register with parkrun once and don't forget to bring a scannable copy of your barcode (request a reminder). If you forget it, you won't get a time.

How fast do I have to be?
We all take part for our own enjoyment. Please come along and join in whatever your pace!

Blackpool parkrun needs you!
It is entirely organised by volunteers - email blackpool@parkrun.com to help.

We're friendly!
Every week we grab a post parkrun coffee in the Art Deco Café, Stanley Park - please come and join us!

Information provided by Preston & Weeton HIVE

Preston: Free Event - Park run at Avenham and Miller Parks - Every Sunday

What is Preston parkrun?
A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it's up to you!

When is it?
Every Saturday at 9:00am.

Where is it?
The event takes place at Avenham and Miller Parks. See Course page for more details.

What does it cost to join in?
Nothing - it's free! but please register before you first come along. Only ever register with parkrun once and don't forget to bring a scannable copy of your barcode (request a reminder). If you forget it, you won't get a time.

How fast do I have to be?
We all take part for our own enjoyment. Please come along and join in whatever your pace!

Preston parkrun needs you!
It is entirely organised by volunteers - email preston@parkrun.com to help.

We're friendly!
Every week we grab a post parkrun coffee at the Riverside Cafe - please come and join us.

Information provided by Preston & Weeton HIVE

Action For Happiness Calendars

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Wimbish: ESS Recruiting

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Northumberland: Mental Health Resources