Following the Cottered & Throcking Parish Council meeting on Tuesday 9th March 2021 Cllr. John Harwood Bee, Cllr. Allen Chamberlain and Cllr. Murchie, along with a piece of his machinery with a very big ‘bucket’ cleared the mud from the footpath between Lower Farm drive and The Guide Centre. They were ably assisted by two nearby residents who helped to load the bucket and supply much needed tea.
Who and how are we helping?
We continue to operate a remote advice service which has enabled us to help over 7,269 people (as of end January) since the first lockdown in March, up 31% on 2019. We are seeing an increase in demand for our support with issues becoming more complex. Benefits and Housing are the biggest areas of need and we are fundraising to be able to offer more specialist casework support in these areas.
Since 23 March, we have helped 2,396 clients – 36% more than the same time period last year – with advice on a range of issues. Employment continues to be the top issue for clients, with advice needed on furlough and redundancy etc. We are also continuing to help with practical support such as Foodbank referrals and local community links and are working with East Herts Police and other local Citizens Advice to raise awareness of Covid-related scams.
A copy of the report investigating the feasibility of placing a pedestrian crossing on the A507 in Cottered is attached.
East Herts Safety Advisory Group (SAG) would like to know if you are organising an event as they can provide a one stop shop providing advice on running a safe and successful event. Click on the link for further information.
An update on the New Homes Bonus is available via this link.
Coming to Cottered and Throcking EVERY MONDAY Starting on 1st October 2018.
Please click on the links for a guide to times and pick up points.
Details of the full service can be found on the Buntingford Town Council website https://www.buntingford-tc.gov.uk/bcat.html