Lockdown sheep shearing!

Lockdown sheep shearing!

14/05/2020

Following on from my earlier statement, I have asked Number 10 to ensure that the message from seaside communities is heard. I would like the upcoming Government Briefings for the weekend to promote a revised message: “STAY LOCAL- CONTROL THE VIRUS- SAVE LIVES”

⚠️Extension of the Job Retention Scheme⚠️ The Chancellor today has announced, that the Coronavirus

⚠️Extension of the Job Retention Scheme⚠️ The Chancellor today has announced, that the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme has been extended until the end of October to reflect the continuing coronavirus response measures. This will help businesses across the UK to continue protecting millions of jobs.

Time to remember that our bus and coach drivers have also been right up front during the pandemic. T

Time to remember that our bus and coach drivers have also been right up front during the pandemic. Thank you for your ongoing hard work!

Happy 100th birthday, Colonel Tom Moore.

Happy 100th birthday, Colonel Tom Moore. You are a true inspiration to all of us. Your courage, strength and tenacity is exactly what we need to see us through these difficult times. Thank you, you are a hero!

National Post Workers Party

📱Strode Parks 'Connect Residents With Their Families' campaign.📱

If people can make a donation on Strode Park Foundation's website they would be very grateful - https://www.strodepark.org.uk/event/donation/ Or if people have an old but useable device they would be willing to donate they can arrange collection of this by sending an email to fundraising@strodepark.org.uk with the details. Image may contain: 4 people, text

21/04/2020

The National Careers Service provides free, professional impartial advice and guidance to anyone aged 13+ and living in England. Individuals can now access that support using a multitude of alternative channels, including webchat, over the telephone, via video call, and through social media. Businesses are also being encouraged to promote the service to their furloughed staff, who may benefit from guidance on how they can continue their learning and training online.

17/04/2019

Local shops are playing a vital role in meeting needs during the COVID 19 pandemic. We must not forget them when it is over.

08/04/2020

The government has announced £750m of funding for the charity sector. Here are the key measures Chancellor Rishi Sunak revealed today. £360m directly to charities providing essential services and supporting vulnerable people, as we battle coronavirus. https://www.gov.uk/government/news/chancellor-sets-out-extra-750-million-coronavirus-funding-for-frontline-charities

08/04/2020

The government has announced £750m of funding for the charity sector. Here are the key measures Chancellor Rishi Sunak revealed today. £370m of that funding will support small, local charities working with vulnerable people. Please follow the link below for more details https://www.gov.uk/government/news/chancellor-sets-out-extra-750-million-coronavirus-funding-for-frontline-charities

08/04/2020

The government has announced £750m of funding for the charity sector. Here are the key measures Chancellor Rishi Sunak revealed today. Please follow the link below for more details https://www.gov.uk/government/news/chancellor-sets-out-extra-750-million-coronavirus-funding-for-frontline-charities

08/04/2020

The government has announced £750m of funding for the charity sector. Here are the key measures Chancellor Rishi Sunak revealed today. The government will match pound for pound public donations to the BBC ‘Big Night In’ charity fundraiser on April 23rd, starting with at least £20m to the National Emergencies Trust appeal. Please follow the link below for more details https://www.gov.uk/government/news/chancellor-sets-out-extra-750-million-coronavirus-funding-for-frontline-charities

01/04/2020 While we are working flat out to try to help people some April Idiot has found the time t

While we are working flat out to try to help people some April Idiot has found the time to vandalise our Birchington office windows - wasting time that we need to do our jobs. I am proud of my team. I hope those that did this are ashamed of their ill-targeted behaviour. For the record, post-pandemic Britain will still need aviation and we shall still need to fly freight in and out of what is planned be the ‘greenest’ airport in the World- Manston.

01/04/2020

Turning mindless vandalism into a good and clear message.

You should only leave the house for very limited purposes. Further details available here: https://

You should only leave the house for very limited purposes. Further details available here: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/full-guidance-on-staying-at-home-and-away-from-others/full-guidance-on-staying-at-home-and-away-from-others #coronavirusFAQs

28 March 2020 Education Secretary Gavin Williamson: "At the end of a difficult week, I would like to

28 March 2020 Education Secretary Gavin Williamson: "At the end of a difficult week, I would like to say a massive thank you to all the school leaders, teachers and staff who have shown immense dedication as they step up to help this country tackle #coronavirus."

26 March Public Join the nation at 8pm tonight to say THANK YOU to all health and social care staff

26 March Public Join the nation at 8pm tonight to say THANK YOU to all health and social care staff on the frontline, who are working tirelessly across the country in the fight against Coronavirus

26 March Want to be able to receive advice about and information about Coronavirus? The Government

26 March Want to be able to receive advice about and information about Coronavirus? The Government has launched a new Coronavirus Information service on WhatsApp. All you need to do is message ‘hi’ to 07860 064422.

26 March 2020 Team Gale having our daily meeting!

26 March 2020 Team Gale having our daily meeting!

A MASSIVE thank you to the 405,000 people who've already signed up to become an NHS Volunteer Respon

A MASSIVE thank you to the 405,000 people who've already signed up to become an NHS Volunteer Responder. This country is remarkable Join the growing army of volunteers. Sign up today: Play your part. #StayHomeSaveLives

Employment opportunity Thanet Earth is looking for people to work at their site. If you are intere

Employment opportunity Thanet Earth is looking for people to work at their site. If you are interested please get in contact with them through either of these numbers- • Pro-Force - 07387 015650 • Gap-personnel - 07740 824852

Today the government confirmed the details of a £500m Hardship Fund

Today the government confirmed the details of a £500m Hardship Fund to provide support, including council tax relief, in 2020 to 2021 to those who need it most. It will ensure help is available for the most vulnerable people in society who are struggling to pay council tax bills. For more details click the photo.

Employment opportunity

Caremark who are based in Margate. Are looking for Care and Support Workers to help look after the most vulnerable at this time. They are looking for both temporary and permanent members of staff. For more details please click the photo

Some very useful numbers