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Welcome to the North Tamerton Parish website, and thank you for visiting the official website for North Tamerton Parish Council. This website is dedicated to the residents of North Tamerton, and is intended to be a one stop shop for information on all aspects of community life, from how your Parish Council serves you through to your bin collection dates. We hope you will find this website a valuable resource.

Recent News


Parish Council Meeting 18/03/2024

Notice is given that North Tamerton Parish Council will be holding a parish council meeting, in Victory Hall on Monday 18th March 2024 at 7:30pm.
If you would like to share your views on an agenda item, but are unable to attend, please email your comments to northtamertonpc@gmail.com no later than midday on Friday 15th March.


To view the agenda CLICK HERE and associated paperwork HERE. 

Fourth CIL fund round launches

Community groups, not-for-profit organisations and local councils can now apply to the fourth round of the Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL) Fund.

With grants available of up to £100,000, the fund aims to support infrastructure projects which help ease the impact of a development or help a new development to happen.

The deadline for applications is 30 April 2024.
Find out how to apply

Why you should get your blood pressure checked

An estimated 4.2 million adults in England are living with undiagnosed high blood pressure. Left untreated, it can significantly increase your risk of a fatal heart attack, stroke, kidney disease or vascular dementia . 

If you’re aged 40 and over, you can get a free blood pressure check at a local pharmacy.  Click on the yellow button below to find a pharmacy that offers free blood pressure checks near you. There’s no need to book!
Visit the NHS website

Norovirus is increasing in Cornwall

Cases of the nasty Norovirus are increasing across Cornwall, and we need your help to stop the spread. 
 If you have sickness and/or diarrhoea, please do not visit a healthcare setting (GP surgery, hospital or care home).  
 Instead stay at home, keep hydrated and keep washing your hands regularly with soap and water (alcohol gels won’t kill norovirus). Stay off work (or school) and away from others until you have not been sick or had diarrhoea for at least 2 days. 
How to stop Norovirus spreading

Help if you’re struggling to pay your Council Tax bill

If you have no income, or you’re on a low income, you might be able to apply for help to pay your Council Tax bill.

You can claim Council Tax Support if you own your own home or rent.  You can also claim if you are working or unemployed.Entitlement to Council Tax Support is based on how much income, capital and savings your household has.If you’re already in arrears please get in touch with our team. We can help you work out a plan, which might help you worry a little less. 

We also have lots of information on other financial support that might be available if you, or someone you know, is struggling on our worried about money webpage.
Council Tax Support

Bookings are now open for Time2Move Easter activities for children aged 5-16.

Activities are taking place across Cornwall during the Easter holidays, from 2-12 April.

Sessions are FREE to those eligible for free school meals with a unique code. Activities including multi sports, forest schools, circus skills,water sports and lots more. And every session includes a healthy meal for all children

Book now!

Eat well – spend less

Tune in to episode eight of our Eat Well, Spend Less cookery video series from our Healthy Cornwall team!

We’ll give you tips on how to eat healthily on a budget with everyday ingredients from your local shop. In this video we create Cottage Pie – a good option for a completely adaptable meal which could be vegan or veggie – made with any sort of mince.

It’s packed full of vegetables too – at least 2, or even 3 of your 5 a day. Perfect comfort food after a busy day.
Watch the video

Free climate change course

We’re offering free climate change training to help individuals and community groups learn more about how to reduce your carbon impact. The sessions will run during March and April.The one-hour online course is aimed at anyone wanting to learn about:·            the science behind climate change·            how global warming will impact Cornwall·            the role of government, local authorities, businesses and individuals in tackling the issue.To book a place click the button below or for more information visit Lets Talk Cornwall. The site also includes a dedicated Employer Hub and a Hub for people with special educational needs.
Book your place

Voting staff needed

Do you want to be part of the democratic process and earn some extra money?
 

We’re looking for people to work at our polling stations or count venues at the upcoming elections:Police Crime Commissioner election – 2 May 2024General Election (date to be announced)Local Unitary and Town and Parish Council elections – 1 May 2025We’re looking for staff across Cornwall at our 450 polling stations – particularly in North and South East Cornwall. We need a presiding officer and poll clerks at every polling station on the day and count staff able to work from 10pm overnight to help us count the votes.
 
All polling station staff receive full training and are paid a fee plus travelling expenses. The gross fee for a Presiding Officer is currently £295, with Poll Clerks receiving £221 before tax. Count staff receive £12.00 per hour.
 
We welcome applications from all backgrounds, identities and ages (over the age of 18). Don’t miss this chance to be part of history and have some fun at the same time!
Find out more

Could you be Cornwall’s first climate commissioner?

Could you be one of the first commissioners for the Cornwall and Isles of Scilly Climate Commission?

A new Cornwall & Isles of Scilly Climate Commission is recruiting its first Commissioners to work with the region’s leaders, organisations and communities to tackle ecological issues. If you’d like to step forward or know someone who’d like to, click the button below. The deadline is 8 April.

The commission is an independent organisation bringing together people and organisations to help drive, support, and track climate action.
 
Find out more

Join the ‘Healthy Families Pilot’ Programme

Do you want to help your family live a healthier lifestyle? Do you have a child aged 5-12 who is above their ideal weight? If so, you might be eligible for a new free programme from Healthy Cornwall and Gro Health.This programme will give you and your family access to the Gro Health app, which is an award-winning tool to track your nutrition, activity, sleep and mood. You will also get personalised support and guidance from a health coach from the Healthy Cornwall team.To apply you need to have at least one child aged 5-12 in your household who is above their ideal weight for their height and age. You can check this using this easy NHS BMI calculator.But hurry, this is a pilot scheme and there are only 60 places available. Don’t miss this chance to make a positive change for your family’s health and happiness!
Find out more

New jobs and careers website for Cornwall

There’s a new website for jobs, careers, courses, and skills for residents and businesses in Cornwall.
 

The website, created by Cornwall Council, aims to boost the economy by highlighting local career and training opportunities for people of all ages.
 
As well as jobs and apprenticeship opportunities, the website is full of useful information and tools for young people, adults, employers, teachers and parents. It provides information on upskilling, exploring new careers, getting your first step on the career ladder, preparing for interviews and more.

The site also includes a dedicated Employer Hub and a Hub for people with special educational needs.
Find out more

Measles: it’s not just a kids’ problem

Teenagers, young adults and anyone who has missed their MMR vaccination can get measles.

Symptoms to look out for include:

  • high fever
  • rash – sometimes starting around the ears
  • sore red eyes
  • cough
  • aching and feeling unwell

If you think you may have measles call your GP first before attending a clinic, or contact NHS 111.

Make sure you have had your 2 doses of MMR vaccine. If you haven’t contact your GP now.

Little moments together

The more we chat, play and read with our kids, the more we help build their brains. Any time, anywhere, whether at home or out and about, it all adds up.

There’s no need to buy lots of toys or have big days out. Wherever you are, simply chatting back and forth, answering your child’s questions and sharing special moments together all help their brain to grow and develop secure and strong connections. Just what they need to get off to the right start at school.

The Start for Life website is packed with simple ideas from other parents on how to build these little moments into each day. It includes lots of examples of tips and activities for you to do together with your child at different ages, as well as links to find further support in your local area.
Get little moments together ideas

New planning rules to limit short term lets in Cornwall

We’re welcoming the government’s introduction of new rules requiring planning permission for properties to be used as short term lets.
 
The changes, announced by Michael Gove MP, Secretary of State for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities on a visit to St Agnes last week, are aimed at limiting the number of short-term holiday lets.
 
It means that a planning application will be needed for anyone renting out their main or sole home for more than 90 nights a year, and are intended to provide support in areas where short-term lets are preventing local people from renting or buying a home. The new rules also propose other changes including a national mandatory register of  short term lets.

The new rules won’t come into immediate effect and we’re waiting for more details from the Government. 
Read more

Stop. Think Fraud!
Criminals are great pretenders. They may contact you pretending to be a trusted person or company.

A new national campaign Stop! Think Fraud aims to help you understand the different types of fraud and the tactics which criminals can use against you. 
 
The website helps you learn the tactics criminals use so you can see the different types of fraud, how to better protect yourselves and the people you know, as well as ways to report if you have been a victim of fraud. 
Learn fraudster tactics and stay safe

The NHS and Government have launched a dental recovery plan to give patients fairer, simpler and easier access to dental care.

The plan includes offering dentists ‘golden hello’ cash incentives for working in under-served areas and taking on more NHS patients.

It will also send teams into schools to treat children’s teeth.

You can read the plan on the Government’s website.

You can now get on-the-day appointments at primary care hubs if you’re suffering from the symptoms of minor illnesses.

The hubs are run by a GP or other healthcare practitioner experienced with minor illness, who can offer advice and onward care including issuing prescriptions.

Contact your GP surgery in the usual way and, if appropriate, an appointment will be made for you at a nearby hub.

The aim is to ease urgent, on-the-day demand for GP appointments, allowing surgeries to focus on their patients with long-term conditions. Hubs are being set up across Cornwall, with at least 8 in place already and more being added.

Find out more about the new primary care hubs.

Free NHS talking therapies can help
Are you or someone you care about struggling with feelings of depression or anxiety?

Free NHS Talking Therapies could help. They’re confidential, delivered by accredited NHS practitioners, and can help if you’re suffering with excessive worry, panic attacks, social anxiety, obsessive thoughts, compulsive behaviours or post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).You can access free help – in person, by video, over the phone or as an online course – by referring yourself to an NHS Talking Therapy service, or by asking your GP to.
Find an NHS talking therapy

Household Waste Recycling Centres

Some of Cornwall’s Household Waste Recycling Centres (HWRCs) are trialling new recycling services, including paint reuse, wetsuit reuse, and free DIY waste disposal.

Paint reuse

Truro HWRC has introduced a new paint reuse service. Residents can drop off new or good quality left over paint for others to collect, free of charge. The service will be rolled out across more HWRC sites later this year. 

Wetsuit reuse

After a successful launch at St Erth (Hayle) and Newquay, three more HWRCs are now collecting old wetsuits – St Day (United Downs), Falmouth and Penryn, and Bude. All wetsuits are donated to the Wave Project to help support surf therapy programmes. 

DIY waste

Charges have now been removed for the disposal of asbestos, plasterboard, soil/rubble, and tyres at eight HWRCs, for an initial six month trial from 2 January. Residents can now dispose of up to eight bags or four sheets of material per week at St Erth (Hayle), Falmouth and Penryn, Truro, Newquay, St Austell, Tintagel (Bowithick), Bude and Saltash. 

Please note that during this time Bodmin, Connon Bridge, Redruth (Pool), Helston, Launceston and St Day (United Downs) HWRCs are unable to accept this material. 

There’s more information on all these services on www.cornwall.gov.uk/hwrc.

The successful skills training programme Train4Tomorrow has won funding from the Department for Education to boost employment opportunities across Cornwall and Devon. 

The programme, led by Devon County Council and delivered in partnership with Cornwall Council, will get £6.4million in 2024/2025 to enable more than 2,000 adults to access Skills Bootcamps in a variety of dynamic sectors.

Skills Bootcamps are available in a range of sectors. New for this year will be Skills Bootcamps in childcare, heavy goods vehicle driving, and creative sectors such as film production, photography, and media.

Find out more about Train4Tomorrow.

Did you know that millions of people in the UK are using the NHS App to manage their health the easy way?

From viewing their health records and test results to ordering prescriptions, the NHS App makes managing your health easier.

Find out how you can order repeat prescriptions using the NHS App.

Find out how you can securely view your health records in the NHS App

A brilliant place for children

Pupils from 9 primary schools helped launch a new wellbeing journal at the Hall for Cornwall in Truro this week.

Called My Brilliant Place to be ME! the journal has been created for the young people of Cornwall. It’s all about helping them learn to look after their wellbeing and feel good!

Headstart Kernow have created the journal with help from primary school children across our communities and it contains a range of activities and information that young people can work through at their own pace, at school, at home or on the move. The launch coincided with this week’s Children’s Mental Health Week.

The journal is free and available to everyone online. Printed copies will also be available to local children through schools.
Find out more

Sign up for e-billing and make managing your council tax easier. 

Need your council tax bill? No need to scrabble under the bed, rifle through the filing cabinet in the garage, or waste time trying to locate the right ‘pile’.

Register for e-billing and access your bill whenever you want. If you need it for proof of ID, you can just log in and download it. And, you’re helping the environment by saving paper.

Watch this video to see how to set up an online account or sign up now, if you’re feeling confident, If you’ve already registered, check your account online here.

PARISH COUNCIL VACANCY

ARE YOU INTERESTED IN BECOMING A MEMBER OF NORTH TAMERTON PARISH COUNCIL?

Are you passionate about your community? Do you have the desire to help your community? Do you have concerns about a specific issue and want to do something about it? We need people from all backgrounds and experiences who reflect their community to put themselves forward for co-option to the Parish Council.

A statutory notice to advertise the vacancy in North Tamerton was posted on the 12th January 2024 and no by election was called for therefore North Tamerton may co-opt to fill the vacancy.  

No special qualification is required to be a councillor and the position is voluntary.

You must be:

  • an elector for the parish; or
  • has resided in the parish for the past twelve months or rented/tenanted land or other premises in the parish; or
  • had their principal place of work in the parish; or
  • has lived within three miles (direct) of the parish.

You must not:

  • hold a paid office under the local authority;
  • bankrupt;
  • have been sentenced to a term of imprisonment (whether suspended or not) of not less than three months without the option of a fine during the five years preceding the election; and
  • been disqualified under any enactment relating to corrupt or illegal practices.

For more information on North Tamerton Parish Council see our website https://northtamerton.com/

If you think you’d like to join the Parish Council please email the clerk a personal statement which includes:
• Any relevant information you
• Why you are interested in becoming a councillor
• Confirmation that you are not disqualified from holding office as a councillor and are also qualified to do so.

If more people indicate their interest in becoming a Parish Councillor than the number of vacancies available, the Parish Council will make their decision by a majority vote at the next meeting.

What do Parish Councillors do?

North Tamerton Parish Council is made up of 6 voluntary Councillors. They meet once a month to discuss and act on issues that are important to the local community.

The Parish Council sets a proportion of local taxes to be spent in the Parish, comments on planning applications in the Parish and run projects that help maintain, improve or enhance the local area. 

Becoming a councillor is a rewarding experience as you will be able to make a change in your community to help improve residents’ lives. 

Please see the following resources for more information:

All About Town and Parish Councils  prepared by The National Association of Local Authorities (NALC)

Make a Change, Become a Councillor Campaign from NALC to encourage people from all backgrounds to put themselves forward to join Parish and Town Councils.  The site includes a number of short films collated where you can hear from Parish Councillors about why they joined their council and what difference they hope to make.

Email your letter of application to the Clerk: Julie Gray northtamertonpc@gmail.com

Health advice messaging service launches

A new messaging service called ChatHealth has been launched in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly, connecting children, young people and their families with health visitors and school nurses.

You can text the service about a variety of topics and get a call back within 48 hours on topics including:SleepChild developmentSupport with behaviourToiletingFeeding and nutritionKeeping safe and healthyChildhood illnesses and support with medical conditions at schoolEmotional, mental health and wellbeingRelationshipsSmoking and vapingDrugs and alcoholThere are three dedicated numbers which operate Monday to Friday from 9am to 5pm (excluding bank holidays):

Young people aged 11-19 can text 07312 263 096 
Parents or carers of children aged 0-5 can text 07312 263 423
Parents or carers of children and young people aged 5-19 can text 07312 263 499

When you send a text message you’ll get an automated reply confirming your message has been received. A trained healthcare professional within the health visiting or school nursing teams will be in touch within 48 hours.
Find out more

New health programme supporting armed forces veterans 

A new ‘social prescribing’ programme, has been launched in Cornwall aimed at supporting our armed forces community with their mental and physical wellbeing. 

Two Armed Forces Community Social Prescribing Link Workers – both of whom have served in the armed forces themselves, have been recruited. Their job will be to help veterans and their families access help like medical care and mental health support, as well as support with housing, finances and employment. 

Research shows that ex-service personnel are more likely to present with complex healthcare needs in comparison with the UK general population and around 60% of military personnel with mental health issues do not seek help. 
Find out more
Childminders to get £600 golden hello
Leaving school or looking for a job, a new career or way to work from home while looking after your family?

Set yourself up as a childminder and you could get a £600 grant from the government to cover your start-up costs.You don’t need qualifications to be a childminder but you will need to show you’ve got an interest in early years education and register with Ofsted.
Find out more

Are you a multi-skilled plumber and bathroom fitter?


We need qualified and trustworthy contractors, sole traders and businesses to take on bathroom adaptation jobs in Cornwall.

The work you do will help to ensure disabled and older people can carry on living comfortably and safely in their own homes when they want to.

You’ll need to be Trustmark accredited to work with us – but if you’re not already, we can talk you through the process in one quick phone call.

For more details please call  0300 365 4050 or email us at
support@incic.org.uk.

FREE healthier relationships courses for parents in Cornwall
Whether you’re parenting together or separately, one of the best things you can do for your child is to improve the relationship between you as parents.

And no matter where you are in your parenting journey, you can learn to manage stress and communicate more effectively with one of our workshops, groups or courses.
 
The courses can be accessed online, entirely on your own, or through a group workshop at which you meet other parents and professionals face-to-face and include:Me, You and Baby Too – a course for all new or expectant parentsArguing Better – a course for parents with a child of any ageGetting it Right for Children – a course for separating or separated parents
Find out more

This New Year it’s time to get Healthy Cornwall
Whether your New Year’s resolution is to get active, lose weight, or quit smoking, Healthy Cornwall can help you make changes for a happier, healthier lifestyle.

From walking groups to kids’ activity clubs, not to mention our hugely successful weight loss football league, Healthy Cornwall has a whole host of free support sessions available across Cornwall, throughout January and beyond.  Find a group that’s right for you by visiting the website at www.healthycornwall.org.uk/whatson

And if meeting in person isn’t your thing, Healthy Cornwall still has plenty to offer, including online weight loss support programmes and their Smokefree text message service.  Just text SMOKEFREE to 82228 to receive regular support before, during and after your quit attempt.

Or why not join others in one of Healthy Cornwall’s Facebook groups, offering advice on healthy eatinggetting active and quitting smoking. Or you can get regular top tips direct to your inbox, by signing up to Healthy Cornwall’s regular emails.
Find out more

Could you be saving money on your childcare?
Families in Cornwall could be saving money on their childcare costs but some simply don’t know what support is out there.

The Childcare Choices website brings together all the existing childcare offers in one place so parents can get the help that fits their family, including:tax-free childcare30 Hours childcareUniversal Credit childcareYou may be able to take up more than one childcare scheme at a time and more help is on the way:some working parents with children aged 2 will be able to access up to 15 hours of childcare from April 2024some working parents with children aged 9 to 23 months will be able to access up to 15 hours of childcare from September 2024 some working parents with children aged 9 months to school age will be able to access up to 30 hours of childcare from September 2025There will be more support for primary-school aged children coming too. 
Check what you’re entitled to

Free evening parking in our car parks
Did you know that there’s free parking in the majority of Cornwall Council’s car parks from 4pm-9am every day until March 31, 2024?

You can find all the information on the car parks which are participating using the yellow link below.


And don’t forget, next weekend there’s free parking in Council Car Parks and Truro Park and Ride on 2 December to support Small Business Saturday.
Find a car park

Drive to get Cornwall charged up for greener travel.

Electric vehicle drivers now have access to 226 new public charging points installed at 42 council-run car parks across Cornwall thanks to the Drive EV2 Project.

The project has also produced a Guide to Electric Vehicle Charge Points in Cornwall that shows drivers exactly where to find them and how to use them. 

Funded by the European Regional Development Fund and Cornwall Council in partnership with SWARCO, the scheme aims to prepare Cornwall for the 2035 Government ban on the sale of new petrol and diesel cars. 

Now in the top 20% of local authorities for the total number of charging points, the Council is applying for further funding for more charging infrastructure and working on an Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Strategy.

Ready, Steady… Grow – bookings open!

Healthy Cornwall now have dates available to book onto their new, FREE Ready, Steady…Grow prenatal and postnatal health and wellbeing programme.

The sessions focus on the health and wellbeing of both baby and you, discussing a variety of health topics such as healthy nutrition and getting active, in a relaxed, informal and comfortable environment.

Sessions are now available to book in a variety of locations throughout Cornwall and online. Head to the Healthy Cornwall website now to book.

New Library Service PINs
From December The Library Service are introducing PIN numbers to all library memberships.

You’ll need a PIN to reserve books, use our public network computers or access our online app PressReader. 

In December, the Library Service will set all library card PIN numbers to the last four digits of the account number on your library card. After this date, please log into your account on the Library Catalogue to reset your PIN to something more memorable to you. If you need help, please come into one of our libraries and ask a member of staff to give you a hand.

Keep an eye out for flyposting

There is no formal definition of flyposting, but it is generally taken to mean the display of advertising material on buildings and street furniture without the consent of the owner. 

Unauthorised flyposting on both public and private property is a criminal offence. It can result in fines being given out by the Magistrates Court, or a fixed penalty notice up to £80 being issued by Cornwall Council or the Police. 

Please advise local residents of this if you are approached for advice. Also, if you are aware of examples of flyposting and can identify the perpetrator, you can report this to Cornwall Council for investigation using these links:

Stop Spreading the germs…

We are aware of lots of people coming down with coughs and colds and feeling generally unwell.  Help stop the spread of germs by taking simple steps to protect yourself and others:

  • Use tissues to trap germs
  • Wash your hands often with warm water and soap
  • Put used tissues in the bin as quickly as possible.

Catch it. Bin it. Kill it.
If you don’t feel well enough to go to work or carry out your normal activities, please try to stay at home and avoid contact with other people. For more information visit People with symptoms of a respiratory infection including COVID-19 – GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)

Recent Events

Pancake Brunch 2020

This event took place on Saturday 22nd February, and, as can be seen from the accompanying photos, it was well attended and enjoyed by all. A huge thank you must go to the many people who contributed the fillings, worked tirelessly behind the scenes and set the whole thing up.

Burns Night

The event in Victory Hall was again an outstanding success, and thanks must go to all who helped to put it together for the 70 people who attended!

Community Groups

There are a number of different groups within the village, with some being:

Parish Council

The Parish Council meet every third Monday of the month to discuss issues on the Agenda, meetings are open to the public and we welcome anyone to come and join.

The Parish Council policy is to be as open about its work as the law allows. Part of that commitment is to provide access to Parish Council documents.

Chairman

  • Richard Snowden

Councillors

Clerk

  • Julie Gray northtamertonpc@gmail.com

Register of Interests

Grant Applications

If you would like to apply for a grant from the Parish Council please download the document below and then email it to the clerk.

Grants forms by application to the Clerk via email northtamertonpc@gmail.com

Parish Council Facebook

https://www.facebook.com/northtamertonparishcouncil/