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
THINK before you throw it away…
Dorset & Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Service is reminding people to be careful about what they throw away during this hot, dry spell of weather. Two recycling sites suffered significant fires yesterday (23 July) and, while the causes are unlikely to be established because of the scale of the incidents, the Service knows from experience … Continue reading THINK before you throw it away…
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
Better plastic recycling service comes into force 30th July
On 30th July, Wiltshire Council's new contract with Hills Waste Solutions begins. This means that Wiltshire residents will be able to recycle more plastic materials in their blue bins from that date, including: Plastic pots, tubs and trays Drink and food cartons. Effectively, this means that in addition to the current plastic bottles and cardboard, … Continue reading Better plastic recycling service comes into force 30th July
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
Recycle more plastic in blue bins from July 30th
Great news! We'll soon be able to recycle even more plastics and cartons in our blue-lidded bin! Wiltshire Council have announced that from 30th July 2018, the materials that people can recycle at home from the kerbside is changing. In addition to cardboard and plastic bottles, people will be able to recycle food and drink … Continue reading Recycle more plastic in blue bins from July 30th
Think you might like to be a Councillor? Deadline Monday 25th June 2018
We have now received notification to proceed with co-option for the post left vacant by the resignation of Graeme Collins. Applications for the vacancy of Councillor for Keevil Parish Council should made to the Clerk: Mr Richard Mills 39 Lower Road Bratton Wiltshire BA13 4RQ The closing date for this application is 25th June 2018
Electoral review of Wiltshire Council
The Local Government Boundary Commission for England (LGBCE) is currently conducting an electoral review of Wiltshire Council. This will first determine the overall council size, followed by determination of the shape of electoral divisions. Wiltshire Council made a submission to the LGBCE arguing that the most appropriate council size moving forward was 99, an increase … Continue reading Electoral review of Wiltshire Council
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