COVID-19
Covid-19 Updated: Friday 14th January 2022
Westbury Town Council Response to COVID-19
The town council:
- will follow the Government Roadmap, actioning the guidance and steps as and when required.
- are working and receiving calls 01373 822232 and emails info@westburytowncouncil.gov.uk The public can call us during office hours 9.00 to 17.00 (Mon to Thurs) and 9.00 to 16.30 (Fri).
- will continue to work with partners to provide a joined-up service. This will include (among others) Wiltshire Council, Crosspoint, White Horse Ministry.
- has been overwhelmed by the generosity of local business, groups and individuals who have made so many donations. The town council has and continues to redistribute food to those who need it most. Despite the difficulties we continue to face, Westbury is a fantastic community to live and work in.
More information on the Food Bank and Community Fridge, can be found here.
Our Website and Facebook pages are kept up to date with the latest news from the town council and our partners.
We would like to take this opportunity to thank you for your patience and understanding during these difficult times.
For more information, please contact
Mrs Deborah Urch, Town Clerk at info@westburytowncouncil.gov.uk or call 01373 480912
Mrs Julie Dyer, Team Leader at info@westburytowncouncil.gov.uk or call 01373 480913
Mr Andrew Thomas, Town Caretaker at info@westburytowncouncil.gov.uk or call 01373 480916
Mr Ryan Child, Events Manager at events@westburytowncouncil.gov.uk or call 01373 480915
Mr Norman Burgess, Facilities at the Laverton at facilities@westburytowncouncil.gov.uk or call 01373 480919
On our website you will find the councillors contact details
Remote Meetings
Westbury Town Council uses Office365 Teams, live events, to hold remote meetings. This is secure, allows the council to invite guests and up to 20,000 members of the public could watch and hear the meeting live. It also has the ability to record meetings, share information (agendas, minutes and reports), chat and the public can choose to turn on captions.
You can use Teams on the following mobile platforms:
- Android phones and tablets
- iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch
Information source – Westbury Town Council will act on information and guidance provided by the following organisations:
Organisation | Website |
|---|---|
| General Government Information for the Public | https://www.gov.uk/guidance/coronavirus-covid-19-information-for-the-public |
| Government Action Plan | https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/coronavirus-action-plan |
| NHS Symptoms and Advice | https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/coronavirus-covid-19/ |
| BBC Practical Information | https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-51048366 |
| Government Roadmap (22.02.2021) | https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/covid-19-response-spring-2021 |
| Government Roadmap (22.02.2021) | Step 1 and 2 / Step 3 and 4 |
Wiltshire Council:
Information | Links |
|---|---|
| Website | http://www.wiltshire.gov.uk/public-health-coronavirus |
| Latest Updates | Covid-19 Update – 05.01.2022 Plan B Covid-19 Update – 09.12.2021 Vaccination Update – 15.12.2021 Wiltshire News – Government Autumn Winter Plan – 14.09.2021 Wiltshire News – Covid-19 Roadmap – 23.02.2021 Wiltshire Council’s Leader, Cllr Philip Whitehead – 23.10.2020 Wiltshire Council dismissing lockdown suggestions – 02.07.2020 Household Recycling Centres (17.05.2020) – reopened Monday 18th May 2020. From Monday 8th June 2020 you need to book a visit – more information is available on Wiltshire Council website Phased return to school and early years settings 1st June onwards – 04.06.2020 |
| Community Pack – to support you and your community | Community Pack |
| Volunteer Pack – to support volunteers | Volunteer Pack |
| Advice and Support for Parents – looking after yourself and looking after your children | Advice and Support for Parents |
| Support and grants for businesses and the self-employed | Business Support (and other information) 28.04.2020 Support for businesses and the self-employed 30.04.2020 Email: covid-19businesssupport@wiltshire.gov.uk Website: http://www.wiltshire.gov.uk/business-advice-support-covid19 New Discretionary Grant Scheme opens for applications 09.06.2020 |
| Activity Packs – a list of resources across a wide range of subjects to try and provide something of interest for everyone, if you are at home struggling with ideas of things to do, staying active or just to keep your mental health in a positive place | Activity Packs |
| Wiltshire Wellbeing Hub – if you need support or know someone that does Opening hours: | Call: 0300 003 4576 Email: wellbeinghub@wiltshire.gov.ukWiltshire Wellbeing Hub – Provider/Partner Agency Briefing Document – updated 09.06.2020 – Launch of Wiltshire Wellbeing Hub (Covid-19 Community Resilience Hub) |
| Mental Health Hotline for Children and Young People | Information The helpline will operate 24 hours a day, seven days a week and can be contacted as follows: Useful websites: |
| Mental Health Hotline for Adults | Information Contact number: 0300 303 1320 |
| Westbury Library | Information from Westbury Library 27.04.2020 |
| Leisure Centres reopening from 3rd August 2020 | Information |
| Domestic Abuse – there is help available | An open letter to those suffering in silence – December 2020 |
Useful Information & Support:
Information and Support | Information and Links |
|---|---|
| Open Westbury – Covid 19 – Support, Help and Volunteer Facebook Group | Log onto Facebook and search for the group |
| Community Fridge | https://www.facebook.com/Westbury-Community-Fridge-305334356819087/?modal=admin_todo_tour |
| Crosspoint | Closure Notice 24.03.2020 |
| MIND – for better mental health Health guidance | https://www.mind.org.uk/information-support/coronavirus-and-your-wellbeing/ |
| Wiltshire Police | Reiterates Commitment To Protecting the Public Following Latest Government Announcement 24.03.2020 |
| Wiltshire Police | All Wiltshire Police Enquiry Offices Have Temporarily Closed Following New Social Distancing Advice 26.03.2020 |
| Westbury – Play Areas and Public Toilets | Closure Notice 24.03.2020 Play Area – Closure Photos 25.03.2020 |
| Warminster Food Bank | 01985 214463 |
| Wiltshire Police – Chief Constable and Police and Crime Commissioner | An Open Letter 26.03.2020 |
| GOV.UK | https://www.gov.uk/coronavirus |
| Action Fraud | Advice from Action Fraud 30.03.2020 |
| Support and Help for Westbury Residents | Do you need help with food, medication or just a chat? If you are over 70 or vulnerable please call the team: 01373 859669 – Monday-Friday, 2pm-5pm See the poster for full details: |
| Wiltshire Police | 101 Non-Emergency Police Calls free 01.04.2020 |
| Westbury Town Councillors Westbury Residents – if you are worried or have any concerns during these uncertain times, the Councillors are available to speak to you | Westbury Town Councillors |
| Wiltshire Police | People urged to stay at home and avoid unnecessary travel this Easter 09.04.2020 |
| Support for victims of Domestic Abuse | Support Charity Splitz also offers support during the week |
| The Wiltshire Bobby Van Trust | The Wiltshire Bobby Van Trust – services still available to those of 60 or 18+ with a registered disability |
| Wiltshire Police | Residents are urged to be vigilant following Burglary Reports 14.04.2020 |
| Wiltshire Police | Tips to Staying Safe while Staying at Home 14.02.2020 |
| Wiltshire Police | Give a Heart to Domestic Abuse Victims 17.04.2020 |
| White Horse News – Local Hero | Nominate your local hero – email news@whitehorsenews.co.uk |
| Every Mind Matters – looking after your mental health | https://www.nhs.uk/oneyou/every-mind-matters/ |
| Wiltshire Police | Six crimes linked to Coronavirus pandemic recorded in Wiltshire between 13th-19th April 2020, 22.04.2020 |
| Wiltshire Police | Be cautious of cold callers 23.04.2020 |
| Our Frontline – to offer health, care, emergency and key workers round-the-clock support, by call or text, from trained volunteers | https://www.mentalhealthatwork.org.uk/ourfrontline/ |
| Westbury Library | Information from Westbury Library 27.04.2020 |
| Neighbourhood Watch | https://www.ourwatch.org.uk/ |
| The Independent Living Centre A registered charity based in Semington offering free and impartial advice to older people and people with a disability or long term medical condition living in Wiltshire or BaNES, about how to remain independent in their own homes | Contact information 30.04.2020 |
| An important message from NHS Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire Clinical Commissioning Group | Don’t delay seeking medical help because of coronavirus 01.05.2020 |
| Mental Health Foundation | https://www.mentalhealth.org.uk/ |
| Wiltshire Police | Positive response from the public over Wiltshire Police approach to Covid-19 06.07.2020 |
| Shop Local | An interesting article encouraging people to shop locally |
| Wiltshire Police | Public urged to be vigilant to scam Covid-19 vaccine messages – 08.01.2021 |
| Action Fraud | Important information from Action Fraud – Coronavirus Vaccination Scams – 08.01.2021 |
| Wiltshire Police | Remain vigilant of scam messages as NHS begins sending text alerts for Covid-19 Vaccine – 11.03.2021 |
Transport:
Information | Links |
|---|---|
| Great Western Railway | Changes to Great Western Railway 20.03.2020 |