Lots of different organisations in Wiltshire are working together to make lives better for families. A variety of health services, schools and early years settings (e.g. children’s centres, nurseries, etc), council services, family support services and others would like to hear about your experience when things got difficult and what support worked best for you. … Continue reading Families and Children’s Transformation Programme (FACT) survey
Burglary Crime Prevention Advice
Most burglaries are opportunistic. Always close and lock doors and windows when you go out – even if just for a short time – and when you go to bed at night. Don’t forget doors into garages and conservatories. Make sure your locks and security measures comply with your insurance requirements. Keep keys, including shed … Continue reading Burglary Crime Prevention Advice
Precautionary Testing At Wiltshire Air Ambulance
As part of the ongoing operation into the Amesbury poisoning, specialist teams will now undertake precautionary testing of the Wiltshire Air Ambulance station, emergency vehicles and kit worn by responders involved in the initial response to Charlie Rowley and Dawn Sturgess. The highly precautionary process, is designed to ensure that no onward contamination has taken … Continue reading Precautionary Testing At Wiltshire Air Ambulance
A National Campaign to find England’s Favourite Conservation Area
The campaign coincides with the anniversary of the Civic Amenities Act which first established conservation areas in 1967. Civic Voice – the national authoritative voice for the civic movement – has today called for civic societies, conservation groups and local councils to nominate their favourite conservation area to help find England’s Favourite Conservation Area. This … Continue reading A National Campaign to find England’s Favourite Conservation Area
Update on Salisbury Plain Fire
We are supporting our partners and monitoring air quality levels as they deal with issues arising from the smoke from the Salisbury Plain Fire. Dorset & Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Service has published the following information below including advice from Public Health England. Smoke from the on-going fire on the Salisbury Plain impact area has been … Continue reading Update on Salisbury Plain Fire
Safety Warning On Use Of Bioethanol Fires
Dorset & Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Service is reminding owners of bioethanol real flame fires to always follow the manufacturer’s instructions when using them. Firefighters were recently called to a blaze which started when a bioethanol fire was used outside under a sun parasol. Station Manager Dave Geddes, who attended the incident, said: “The … Continue reading Safety Warning On Use Of Bioethanol Fires
History Centre Summer Events
The Wiltshire & Swindon History Centre have a really great programme of events coming up this summer: Churchwardens' Accounts - Tuesday 17 July 10.30am Explore this wonderful source for local and family history, which includes details of goods and services bought by the church, (giving names of local officials and suppliers), and the names of … Continue reading History Centre Summer Events
Wildfire Warning After Heatwave Is Forecast
Dorset & Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Service is reminding people to take care around heathland and open spaces during this warmer weather, as the heatwave the UK is experiencing means a heightened risk of wildfires. DWFRS Wildfire Tactical Advisor Andy Elliott said: “With a period of hot, dry weather being forecast, we would urge people … Continue reading Wildfire Warning After Heatwave Is Forecast
Raft race at Melksham Food & River Festival
Fit fundraisers are invited to compete in one of the highlights of this year’s Melksham Food & River Festival. The annual raft race is due to take place on Saturday September 1st from 12noon. Teams compete along a kilometre of the River Avon, starting and finishing next to the Adventure Centre in King George V … Continue reading Raft race at Melksham Food & River Festival
Last Chance To Have Your Say On Rural Crime And Policing In Wiltshire
There are just a few days left for rural communities to have their say on crime and policing where they live. The National Rural Crime Survey comes to an end on 10 June and is asking key questions to ensure the voice of the countryside is heard. Do you think rural crime has gone up … Continue reading Last Chance To Have Your Say On Rural Crime And Policing In Wiltshire
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