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Voices of Freckleton - August 2020
Peter Shakeshaft has published his latest book. Due to COVID-19, a book launch is not possible. Mini distribution centres have been set up with the support of village residents. <Voices of Freckleton flyer>

Have your say on your roads - July 2020
You can have your say on your roads and transport locally by completing a short survey. As part of a
new campaign to promote the work of their highways service, Lancashire County Council is
encouraging people to complete the National Highways and Transport (NHT) survey, which
measures public satisfaction with services across different local authorities. <Lancashie Have your say on your road poster>

Draft North West Inshore and Offshore Marine Plans
The Government is currently consulting on the Draft North West Inshore and Offshore Marine Plans and would value your views. The consultation runs until 6th April 2020 <Draft North West Inshore and Offshore Marine Plans Poster>

Cosy Homes in Lancashire
The Lancashire Local Authorities are working together to make homes warmer and healthier through the Cosy Homes in Lancashire (CHiL) scheme delivered by Rhea Projects. CHiL currently has funding available for qualifying residents for the following measures:

First time gas central heating for properties that have never had central heating (to replace solid fuel fires, electric heaters, gas wall heaters)
Boiler replacements for owner occupiers
Loft insulation
Cavity Wall Insulation

Residents qualify if they are on certain means tested benefits or on a low income with health vulnerabilities. <Cosy Homes Poster>

Scam Awareness - June 2019
You can be scammed in different ways — online, by phone, by post or in person. It’s easier to spot a scam if you know what to look for. <Citizens Advice Could It Be A Scam Poster>

SCAMS - Online dating
Every year thousands of hopefuls sign up to dating Apps and websites looking for that special someone. For many this will end in a meaningful relationship but for others it could mean the end of their dreams and their savings. When looking for love online, watch out for people trying to commit a crime <Be in the know like Jo Poster >

Public Spaces Protection Orders for Dog Control
Further to the Fylde Council Consultation on Public Spaces Protection Orders for Dog Control, a sealed order for dogs on leads by direction came into force with effect from 1st October 2017. The order requires a person to put any dog in their charge on a lead if requested to do so by an authorised officer. Failure to comply with the order will result in a Fixed Penalty Notice of £100. This order applies to all public places except the places listed in the schedule at the end of the order. <Public Spaces Protection Order Notice>

We Love Running
The villages of Freckleton and Warton now have an official England Athletics affiliated running club. Mondays & Weds meet at 18:30 BAE lightning club, Mill Lane, Warton <We love running Poster>

ReachIT Digital Inclusion Project
If you live in Lancashire and are looking for work or want to improve your IT skills ReackIT can help. IT skills training and employment support for local unemployed people, especially those aged 40 and over. <ReachIT Poster>

Foster with Lancashire County Council and create memories
To start the year Lancashire County Council is running a campaign to encourage more people to come forward to become foster carers <Foster with Us Poster>

Police Notices
Beware of Cold Callers/Salesmen knocking on your door
Criminal behaviour order issued for Daniel Stride
Useful contact details and information
Useful details for Police re suspicious people or vehicles