Applications for an Independent Lay Member of the West Mercia Police and Crime Panel are invited from members of the public. Closing date: 5pm on Monday 18 May 2020.
 
The Panel covers the geographical areas of Herefordshire, Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin and Worcestershire with support for the Panel provided by Worcestershire County Council.
 
The Panel is part of the governance arrangements for policing in the West Mercia area and its role is to maintain a regular check and balance on the performance of the directly-elected West Mercia Police and Crime Commissioner.
 
Information on Police and Crime Commissioners can be found via this link: http://www.worcestershire.gov.uk/info/20078/community_safety/861/police_and_crime_commissioners along with additional information on the recruitment process and an information pack.
 
Should you wish to apply, please download and complete the application form http://www.worcestershire.gov.uk/downloads/file/12481/independent_lay_co-opted_member_-_application_form  and return to Sheena Jones, Democratic Governance and Scrutiny Manager by 5pm on Monday 18 May 2020 either by email: sjones19@worcestershire.gov.uk or by post: Sheena Jones, Democratic Governance and Scrutiny Manager, Legal and Governance, Worcestershire County Council County Hall, Spetchley Road, Worcester, WR5 2NP
 
In addition to the Worcestershire County Council website, details of this position can also be found in the CALC newsletter, LinkedIn, Facebook and Twitter.
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Bonfires to get rid of collected waste have been discouraged by MHDC for reasons set out at enquiries@worcsregservices.gov.uk or by phoning 01905 822799

Coronavirus (COVID-19): advice for people with animals
Advice for pet owners and livestock keepers on maintaining the welfare of their animals during the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.
If walking your dog in areas used by other people, you should walk your dog on a lead to ensure you can safely keep 2 metres away from others. You can find further guidance for pet owners:
 
https://www.gov.uk/government/news/coronavirus-guidance-on-access-to-green-spaces
 

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​Good Morning,
 
I hope you are all well and coping with the current climate.
 
I wanted to inform you that unfortunately due to COVID-19 we have had to cancel our Spring Plant Fair in on 26th April. We are still planning exciting events for later in the year so as soon as we have confirmed plans for future events I will keep you informed.
 
We have updated our website with the latest update about how we are responding to COVID-19 please see here: https://www.ageuk.org.uk/herefordshireandworcestershire/our-services/coronavirus-update/ We are still available via phone Monday – Friday 9am-4pm to answer any questions or queries you or your loved ones may have – 01905 740 950
 
We are recruiting volunteers to help at this difficult time and are getting volunteering on board with a fast track process so if you or anyone you know would like to volunteer please get in touch with us: volunteering@ageukhw.org.uk
 
If you have any questions please don’t hesitate to get in touch with us.
 
Keep safe and well
 
Best wishes