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COVID-19
Dear resident,
Many people, understandably, are taking this period of forced isolation to have a good clear out. That's great but please store what you want to dispose of until the municipal waste sites and charity shops re-open. Both were closed partly because of the need for social distancing but mainly because of the risk of staff becoming infected from the virus being on the goods disposed of/donated.... Read More »
Posted: Mon, 06 Apr 2020 14:26 by Rowan Scholtz
Covid-19: COMMUNITY INFORMATION, ADVICE & SUPPORT HUB
Use the link below to access Rutland County Councils Community Information, advice and support hub for:
Information for businesses, employees, and the self employed.
Information, advice and services offering help to people living in Rutland.
Information and advice for educational settings, parents and carers.
Media enquiries.
Changes and closures to Council Services.
Crisis helpline for vulnerable people.... Read More »
Posted: Mon, 06 Apr 2020 11:29 by Rowan Scholtz
Suspended Council Services
A number of Council Services have been suspended temporarily as part of Rutland County Councils response to Covid-19.
A full list of all suspended/remaining services can be found on Rutland County Councils website
Posted: Mon, 06 Apr 2020 11:14 by Rowan Scholtz
SUPPORTING THE COMMUNITY DURING CORONAVIRUS
A group of volunteers from all around Empingham have come together to create a plan to assist all our elderly and more vulnerable friends and neighbours through this challenging and difficult time due to the coronavirus outbreak.
If you, or a relative, are affected and need support please know that we are here to help.
We are working closely with both the Empingham Medical Centre, our local village shop... Read More »
Posted: Mon, 23 Mar 2020 15:03 by Rowan Scholtz
Council Leader's statement on COVID-19
Please use the link which will take you to Rutlands Council Leader's statement on COVID-19
Posted: Fri, 20 Mar 2020 14:17 by Rowan Scholtz
Bus Service Notice
Information for the Town and Parish Councils
The local public bus operators will try to run their journeys as normal for as long as possible and are certainly hoping to carry on for the rest of the week. However, they are also having to look into potential service changes to cover any problems that may arise due to Covid-19. Rutland County Council will endeavour to keep passengers notified of any changes,... Read More »
Posted: Wed, 18 Mar 2020 16:01 by Rowan Scholtz
Coronavirus Related Scams
There are unfortunately always people who will take advantage of any situation. Some have already been doing this for the corona virus.
Please see the attached guidance / warning around such scams. This is issued by the City of London Police but equally relevant to all.
Posted: Wed, 18 Mar 2020 13:11 by Rowan Scholtz
New guide to care and support in Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland – a crucial time for information
New guide to care and support in Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland – a crucial time for information
A new, updated Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland Adult Care and Support Services Directory has been published in association with Leicester City Council, Leicestershire County Council and Rutland County Council. It gives readers crucial information on how to access, and pay for, care services... Read More »
Posted: Fri, 06 Mar 2020 11:10 by Rowan Scholtz
Rutland Learning Trust Admissions Consultation
ADMISSIONS CONSULTATION FOR 2021
The Rutland Learning Trust (RLT) is consulting on the 2021 admissions policy for the schools listed below:
- Empingham CE Primary School
- Great Casterton CE Primary School
- Uppingham CE Primary School
The policy will be implemented for entry into the above schools for September 2021 and 'in year' admissions for the school year 2021/22 and will operate until further notice.
There... Read More »
Posted: Wed, 15 Jan 2020 12:56 by Rowan Scholtz
NOTICE OF VACANCY IN THE OFFICE AS COUNCILLOR
NOTICE OF VACANCY
IN THE OFFICE OF COUNCILLOR
PARISH OF EMPINGHAM
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN
Pursuant to section 87(2) of the Local Government Act 1972, that as a result of the resignation of Margaret Pollard, a vacancy exists in the office of Councillor for the said Parish Council.
If by 9 December 2019 (14 days* after the date of this notice), a request for an election to fill the said vacancy is made in... Read More »
Posted: Wed, 20 Nov 2019 14:08 by Rowan Scholtz