A428 Crossroads Closure
/in News /by ClerkA428 Road Closed 27th May – 2nd June for speed reduction changed and painting of dragons teeth
Local Elections May 2025
/in News /by ClerkIn the recent Election nominations, 7 people have nominated themselves for East Haddon Parish Council. As there are 9 seats this election is uncontested.
Notice of Election 2025
/in News /by ClerkCommunity Responder Volunteers Wanted
/in News /by ClerkPlease see the attached poster if you can help by becoming a Volunteer Community Responder
Free Mature Drivers Roadshow – 7 May 2025
/in News /by ClerkFree Mature Drivers Roadshow – 7 May 2025
Are you a mature driver (aged 60+)? Live in Northamptonshire? Rely on being able to drive? This FREE roadshow is for you!
Driving is an important part of our everyday life and we (Northamptonshire Safer Roads Alliance (NSRA)) are keen to help to keep mature drivers driving safer for longer.
Our driving ability to drive changes over time for different reasons, especially as we get older. It’s important that we recognise whether and how our driving is changing so we can stay safe and protect both ourselves and those around us.
This Mature Drivers Roadshow is aimed at drivers 60+, and will cover all different aspects of driving. There will be a short talk and then plenty of time to meet informally with our many stand holders. Free advice will be available on car adaptions, eyesight, how your prescription medications may affect you, and much more.
There will be Free IAM RoadSmart Mature Driver Assessments available to book.
Our aim is to keep mature drivers driving safer, for longer.
Book your Free tickets via Eventbrite:
https://www.eventbrite.com/cc/northants-mature-driver-roadshows-4099083
The event is being held at the Holiday Inn Corby, A43, Geddington Road, Corby, Northamptonshire, NN18 8ET (what3words.com/soaks.tamed.flag) with two sessions, 9.30am and 1.00pm.
Road Works 3rd March – 30th May 2025
/in News /by ClerkThe planned road works are being carried by Cadent Gas and will be controlled using temporary traffic lights from 3rd March – 30th May 2025
Do you support someone with a disability or long term health condition?
/in News /by ClerkDo you support someone with a disability or long term health condition?
Who cares for you?
Northamptonshire Carers are a registered charity supporting unpaid Carers across and within the Northamptonshire county boarder.
Working in partnership with North Northamptonshire Council (NNC) and West Northamptonshire Council (WNC), we are embarking on a ‘roadshow’ of ‘One Stop Shops’ for Carers across Northamptonshire, funded by the Accelerating Reform Fund.
The purpose of this roadshow is to help people living in the community who support people with disabilities and long term health conditions to identify themselves as ‘Carers’ and to encourage them to come forward for support and information. This is to help Carers keep themselves well and to help prevent them from becoming isolated without help and support.
Carers are those (without payment) who can give as little as an hour a week supporting someone who is ill or has a long term health condition up to those who are in a 24 hour, 7 days a week caring role.
Our intention is to inform you on the following:
· Where to go for help | · Benefits signposting |
· Information on Carers Assessments | · Information on equipment |
· Specialist information on Dementia | · Help to access on-line training |
· Localised groups and activities for Carers to help keep you active and engaged | |
· Specialist information on caring for someone with a life limiting condition | |
· Specialist information for parents looking after children with SEN (Special educational needs) | |
· Long term conditions such as diabetes, heart failure, breathing difficulties, sickle cell etc. | |
· What happens after your caring roles ceases | |
· Minority groups such as LGBTQ+, Travellers, Ethnic minority groups and more | |
· Help for Carers who are juggling a caring role with working commitments | |
· And anything else YOU want to ask us…… |
We welcome enquiries or further information for Carers on support or the roadshow can be obtained from:
Further information contact 01933 677907, option 1 or community@northamptonshire-carers.org
Visit our website at: www.northamptonshire-carers.org
Booking.com users targeted with scam messages
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New warning issued following latest courier fraud incident
/in News /by ClerkOfficers at Northamptonshire Police are encouraging people to make their elderly relatives or vulnerable members of the community aware of courier fraud after two incidents last week.
Courier fraud involves fraudsters telephoning a potential victim, claiming to be from their bank, the police, or another law enforcement authority, and tricking them into revealing their PIN number, bank card and personal details. The latest incidents occurred on Wednesday, January 22 and Thursday, January 23, after two separate vulnerable people in the Kettering area were contacted by fraudsters claiming to be police officers from the MET and Scotland Yard, who told them their bank accounts had been compromised. In one of the incidents, the victims were informed it was a scam after attempting to withdraw money at a supermarket. However, unfortunately, fraudsters were able to use the bank card of the second victim, who handed them over along with the PIN. Fraudsters tend to target a specific area over a short period, which has prompted officers from the Force’s Economic Crime Unit to raise awareness of this incident. They would like to hear from anyone who may have been approached in a similar manner recently. Detective Sergeant Matthew Crick of the Economic Crime Unit said: “The criminals carrying out these scams are exceptionally clever and know how to manipulate their victims by making them feel panicked and rushed into actions they will later regret. “We would urge everyone who is involved in a caring or supportive role for an elderly loved one to start conversations about the tactics used and warning signs to look out for. “Just having that conversation, especially if their loved one is not particularly tech savvy, could be the difference on whether someone becomes a victim of this trust-eroding crime. “Under no circumstances would the police or banks ask you to withdraw money from your account, or transfer funds into another account for fraud reasons, nor would they ever ask you to become part of an undercover investigation. “Our advice is that if you receive any call where you are asked to provide personal or financial information, is to take a few moments to reflect on the situation and stay calm. Never assume a phone call is genuine, even if the caller knows basic details about you, such as your name and address. “You should also know that criminals can make any telephone number appear on your phone handset, so even if the number shown seems authentic, never trust this. “If you receive a phone call of this type, have the confidence to end it. A genuine organisation will never mind you taking the time to think things over or to contact them back on a number you have verified, for example from your bank statement or payment card. “If the caller is claiming to be a police officer, the relevant force can be contacted on 101 and will be able to verify if a caller is a genuine officer or member of staff.” Signs of courier fraud are: • Courier fraud usually starts with an unsolicited telephone call to the victim • Typically, the suspect will pose as a bank official, police officer or a computer or utility engineer • Courier fraudsters will usually request the victim purchases high value items such as Rolex watches and gold bullion, withdraws cash or provides a bank card for collection from a courier • Fraudsters will instruct victims not to tell any family or friends about what they are doing • When carrying out courier fraud, criminals will request the victim hangs up the phone to ring their bank for confirmation while keeping the line open. The suspect then purports to be bank official and provides false confirmation • Fraudsters will also plan for a courier to meet the victim to collect the item they have purchased. If you think you have been a victim of fraud you should report it to Action Fraud, the UK’s national fraud reporting centre online at www.actionfraud.police.uk or calling 0300 123 2040. It’s also important to report all fraud-related incidents to Action Fraud to help build a national picture and help prevent others falling victim to scams. |