Blakelaw & North Fenham Community Council

Northumbria Police Survey (Updated 26/07/2020)

Northumbria Police is committed to providing an outstanding service to its communities. We want to understand how safe you feel in your neighbourhood and how effective you think our feel our policing service has been.
Your views will help us to shape the future of local policing in your area.
You can take our survey here: https://www.smartsurvey.co.uk/s/NorthumbriaPolPublicPerceptions20/ 

Stay Safe, Shop Local (Updated 26/06/2020)

Please find attached information about plans for changes to shopping areas on the West Road and Adelaide Terrace. Visit the website https://newcastledistrictshoppingcentres.commonplace.is/ for more information and to have your say. 

Adelaide Terrace email with links[11971].pdf

West Road email wth links[11970].pdf

Test, Track and Trace Update (01/06/2020)

NHS-test-and-trace[11881].pdf

Public Health England COVID19 Surveillance Summary(29/04/2020)

Public Health England Survellienace Report COVID19 Epidemiological Summary.pdf

Northumbria Police - Domestic Violence Update (29/04/2020)

For two million victims of domestic abuse, home may not be the safe place it should be.

We can help support you if you are experiencing domestic abuse, you can contact Northumbria Police by telephone on 101 or 999 in an emergency.

If you dial 999 and are unable to speak, the emergency operator will ask you to dial 55 and to follow their instructions to quickly put you in touch with police.

You can also get information and report incidents online via our website www.northumbria.police.uk

There is also a wide range of support services that we work closely with to support victims of domestic abuse.

These services are available across our force area and offer fantastic support to victims in need of advice and information.

Area specific:
Northumberland
DASN – Domestic Abuse Service Northumberland
01670 820199

North Tyneside
Harbour
0191 2513305

Gateshead
Domestic Abuse Team Gateshead
0191 4333333

Newcastle
NIDAS- Newcastle Integrated DA Services
0191 2146501

South Tyneside
Impact Family Services
0737 5788835

Sunderland
Wearside Women In Need
0800 0665555

General:
Angelou Centre
(support for BME/refuges)
0191 2260394
National Domestic Abuse Helpline
0808 2000247
Men’s Advice Line
0808 8010327
National LGBT+ Domestic Abuse Helpline
0800 9995428

Extract from the press release on "www.gov.uk" w/ebsite from the Department of Education (updated 20/04/2020)

Disadvantaged children across England are set to receive laptops and tablets as part of a push to make remote education accessible for pupils staying at home during the coronavirus outbreak.

Devices will be ordered for children in the most vital stages of their education, those who receive support from a social worker and care leavers.

The government will also provide 4G routers to make sure disadvantaged secondary school pupils and care leavers can access the internet – where those families do not already have mobile or broadband internet in the household.

The country’s major telecommunications providers will make it easier for families to access selected educational resources by temporarily exempting these sites from data charges.

Newcastle City Council (Link updates automatically)

www.newcastle.gov.uk/coronavirus 

Waste Collection Updates - Coronavirus (COVID-19): advice to local authorities on prioritising waste collections

Travel & Transport Guidance - Coronavirus (COVID-19): transport and travel guidance

Coronavirus Leaflet - April 2020(updated 10/04/2020)

april coronavirus-leaflet[11303].pdf

Blakelaw Post Office Closure(update 10/04/2020)

Whilst we are aware that the Blakelaw Post Office had closed at the end of March 2020 due to the current COVID-19 pandemic, the Post Office have provided the below notification to BNFCC on the 9 April:-

"Dear Sir/Madam

We’re writing to advise you about the unplanned temporary closure of the above Post Office.

For further information please visit our Consultation Hub via the link below:

Consultation Hub - NE5 3PN

You can also refer to our FAQs on the Coronavirus Pandemic and Changes to the Post Office Network on our Consultation Hub home page www.postofficeviews.co.uk. We will update this as more information becomes available.

A customer information poster will be displayed in branch.

Yours faithfully

Audra Mirjah-Clarke
Post Office Ltd" 

 Northumbria Police (update 10/04/2020)

We're asking you to stay vigilant after it’s been reported thieves are targeting valuable items left in parked vehicles or in insecure homes and garages.
As a result our officers across our force area will be carrying out targeted patrols in key areas to deter thieves as well as continue enquiries to locate suspects and recover stolen items.
We’re reminding you to take extra steps to make sure your valuables are secured to prevent yourself falling victim to crime.
Remember to:
• Not leave valuables in your car
• Don’t leave your car keys in porches or near to the front door
If you are concerned of anyone acting suspiciously in your neighbourhood please report it online via our website.
Always dial 999 in an emergency.

Online Support and Guidance(update 31/03/2020)

The Government has today announced that additional online support and guidance will be offered for people struggling during the #COVID19 pandemic. You can find the resources here 👉https://bit.ly/3auwRWP

Blakelaw and North Fenham Community Council Food Bank Donation(updated 28/03/2020)

In order to support our local community in this ever changing COVID-19 crisis, Blakelaw and North Fenham Community Council have agreed to make a donation in the sum of £500 to the Newcastle West End Food Bank in support of their ongoing work.

In the coming days and months if you find yourself in a position where you need to use this type of support please locate your nearest Citizens Advice(click on the link) “your nearest Citizens Advice” who will be able to make a referral. You can also be referred by a charity, someone like a GP or a social worker.

Blakelaw and North Fenham Community Council would also encourage all residents to come forward with other suggestions that we can consider and progress. We are however unable to provide personal donations to residents.

Please look at our website for reliably sourced updates information www.blakelawnfenhamcommunity-council.com

And remember:

“the world came together as the people stayed apart” 

 Stay safe everyone!”

Thomas Walling Newsletter and Statement (updated 28/03/2020)/

Thomas Walling Newsletter 27March2020.docx

"This week has been turbulent for all the Academies each facing their own challenges and pushing through these no matter the obstacles presented with. All pupils should be commended for the effort they have taken this week to log in and complete the work provided on-line.

Staff within the Trust have been using Google Classroom to upload work, take classes and set tasks. Attendance of pupils at the Academies is being monitored closely along with those pupils who have not been attending also. This has been a large job for staff especially the welfare teams to check and manage all of our vulnerable children.

Moving forward the Trustboard are in discussions in regards to a fantastic new virtual learning environment which they hope to be launched after Easter.

The next stage of the strategy is to develop a way pupils can complete written work which can then be submitted and marked by the teacher.

Staff have also been given the opportunity to volunteer for the NHS with line manager approval.

100 Things to do with the Kids (updated 26/03/2020)

Tips for entertaining kids[11034].docx

Streetwise Young Peoples Project (updated 26/03/2020)

If your child or children /young people you know are stuck in the house looking for something to do, you can point them in the direction of Streetwise Young People’s Project. The Youth Workers are broadcasting live 3 times a day on Instagram @Streetwise_Newcastle 2pm 4pm 7pm Mon-Friday & 2pm 4pm Saturday. The broadcasts are aimed at young people between 13-25yrs old. Streetwise are also offering mental health and wellbeing support in the form of Skype, messenger and phone calls, to young people who need it. If you would like more information you can email them at admin@streetwisenorth.org.uk, check out their website Streetwise Newcastle, their Facebook Streetwise Newcastle or call them on 07852 107803.

NHS - Advice (link updates automatically)

https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/coronavirus-covid-19/

Citylife Line  (updated 28/03/2020)

As of today (Friday March 27), residents who need help accessing essential services, or who need support as social distancing and isolation measures impact on their existing support networks, can alert Newcastle City Council of their situation.

This can be done online at www.newcastle.gov.uk/citylifeline or by calling 0191 2778000. This number will go live at 11am on Friday March 27

Please read, share and support where you can, the new Citylife Line is now open. Read more about how this works and watch a short video clip on our website.

Citylife Line has been set up for people wanting to volunteer their time while also providing a service for people to register their need for assistance.

It has launched today (Tuesday March 24) with a webform at www.newcastle.gov.uk/citylifeline for people wanting to volunteer their time to support the wide range of established community organisations across the City or offer another type of support service to the City.

Coronavirus (COVID - 19)(Link updates automatically)

This page focuses on information and updates from a variety of reliable sources:- 

For updated information please access the websites below:-

https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/public-health-england

Increased COVID - 19 Related Fraud (updated 19/03/2020)

Please see link to below which highlight the issue of increase fraud related to COVID 19.

https://www.actionfraud.police.uk/alert/coronavirus-related-fraud-reports-increase-by-400-in-march

Kooth.com - online support for young people(updated 24/03/2020)

Services Kooth Statement Supporting COVID19 BCP[11028].docx 

Safe Guarding Adults information for those self-isolating (updated 24/03/2020)

Safeguarding adults info for self-isolating (004)[11033].pdf

2019 - 2020

Draft accounts for 2019 - 2020 are prepared however due to the current COVID-19 pandemic and restrictions regarding holding meetings the accounts are not able to be agreed and signed off by the Community Council prior to being sent to our external auditors PKF Littlejohn Ltd.  This will be undertaken once face to face meetings resume.

2018 - 2019 

AGAR 2018 - 2019  - if you require a copy, please contact the Clerk to the Community Council

Accounts 2018 - 2019

Copy of B&NFCC 18-19 accounts.xlsx

Asset Register & Risk Assessment 2018 - 2019 

Asset Register.xlsx

Risk assessment 2018-19.docx

2017 - 2018

AGAR 2017 - 2018  - if you require a copy, please contact the Clerk to the Community  Council 

Accounts Certificate March 2018.pdf

Accounts 2017 - 2018

Copy of B&NFCC 17-18 accounts.xlsx

Asset Register & Risk Assessment 2017 - 2018

Asset Register.xlsx

Risk assessment 2017-18.docx

2016 - 2017

AGAR 2016 - 2017  - if you require a copy, please contact the Clerk to the Community  Council

Accounts 2016 - 2017

Copy of B&NFCC 16-17 accounts.xlsx

Asset Register & Risk Assessment 2016 - 2017

Asset Register.xlsx

Risk assessment 2016-17.docx

2015 - 2016

AGAR 2015 - 2016  - if you require a copy, please contact the Clerk to the Community  Council

Copy of B&NFCC 15-16 accounts (1385).xlsx

Asset Register & Risk Assessment 2015 - 2016

Asset Register.xlsx

Risk assessment 2015-16.docx

Blakelaw and North Fenham Community Council aim to provide a community newsletter 4 times per year.  If you would like to contribute to our newsletter.  Please email bnfcc@outlook.com with your request.  Our Newsletters are below:

March 2020

BNFCC Newsletter MARCH 2020[10699].pdf

June 2020 

BNFCC Newsletter JUNE 2020[11955].pdf

Free accredited distance learning course

Starting January 2020

The Blakelaw and North Fenham Community Council is committed to improve the service we offer to local residents.

As part of our community mental health and well-being project we are now working with Newcastle College to offer a range of Free accredited courses to the residents of Blakelaw and North Fenham.

NCFE Level 1 Certificate in Well-being 

Start Date by end of January 2020

This course is aimed at learners who would like to develop awareness in Well-being both at home and the community.

The course will develop your knowledge in Stress Awareness, Alcohol Awareness, Personal Safety and Dementia Awareness.

Course Material can be sent by email or posted to you

Completed Course work submission date 2nd March 2020

This is a distance learning course, you will be allocated a college tutor to answer any questions about your course work or give you support where required

To apply or for more information please email: BNFCC@outlook.com

Parish Boundary Map 

BLAKELAW ward map.pdf

Standards and Codes

The Standards (Parish/Community Councils) Sub Committee, oversees the operation of the codes of conduct by providing guidance assistance and training. See the Code of Conduct Code of conduct 2019.pdf

Election Notices 

Notice of Uncontested Election 2019.pdf

Useful Links 

Newcastle City Council, Civic Centre, Barras Bridge, Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 8QH

Telephone No. 0191 278 7878

www.newcastle.gov.uk 

Projects4change

www.projects4change.org    

MAY 2020 

“COMPETITION TIME - AND WE HAVE A WINNER”

Blakelaw and North Fenham Community Council held 2 competitions due to the postponement of their Whitby trip and charity night – these events WILL both be rearranged when it is safe to do so.

Well done to you all, our winners of the raffle are:

1.  Marie Vincent (42) - Hamper
2. Gemma Middlesmas (14) - Candle Set
3. Katherine Christie (8) - Harding and Bayliss Set
4. Michelle Keenan (31) - Perfume Set
5. James Gill (32) - Ringtons Hamper
6. Alan and Elaine Richards (30) - Ringtons Hamper
7. Carole Josling (34) - Ringtons Hamper
8.  Margaret Taylor (7) - Ringtons Hamper
9.  Samantha Gibson (24) - Ringtons Hamper
10. Liz Patton (75) - Ringtons Hamper
11. Tanya Marshall (29) - 2 Ringtons Union Jack Mugs

Our second competition was for our children and young people. Blakelaw and North Community Council had an excellent response, we have some very talented artists in our community.  Sadly, we were only able to select one design to be printed but everyone is a WINNER  - well done to you all.  

Our WINNER was Mason with the below design.  Mason will have his card printed and sent as a thank you to key workers, those who work within a caring role and our NHS - you are all truly hero's in our eyes.  

Winning Design 

Well done Mason 

Runners up 

Well done to Jack, Leo and Callum 

Well done Lola 

Well done Isla 

Well done Hannah - Image to follow