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Local Hero nominations We’re giving people in the Borough the opportunity to nominate individuals, organisations or volunteer groups for two different awards to celebrate their contributions to the community. Nominate your Local Hero This year has been challenging for many people across the Borough as coronavirus has continued to have an impact on day to day life, it has also brought people together and we have seen people go above and beyond to help others. As a community, people in the Borough have pulled together to support each other during this time, whether they are vulnerable and shielding or a struggling small business, the kindness many people have shown has been great to see so we are giving people in the Borough the chance to nominate their ‘Local Hero’. If you know an individual or group who you think has helped significantly during the coronavirus
pandemic, you can submit your nomination at eastleigh.gov.uk/local-heroes. If you are nominating an individual, please ensure you get their consent first. If you aren’t able to complete the online form, please detail the story in approximately 300 words and send to Harry Stow, Eastleigh House, Upper Market Street, Eastleigh SO50 9YN. Nominate your Citizen of Honour Do you know someone who has made a substantial contribution to the community or has helped to make the Borough a better place? If so, they could be made one of the Borough’s Citizens of Honour. The Citizen of Honour award is granted every two years to people who have given long and exceptional service to their local community. If you would like to recommend someone for the Citizen of Honour award, please send their name and the reasons why you think they should be nominated to the Mayor’s Office, Eastleigh House, Upper Market Street, Eastleigh SO50 9YN or email mayorsoffice@eastleigh. gov.uk by 5 January 2021. All nominations will be treated with the strictest confidence.
Make fireworks less frightening for animals If you want to enjoy fireworks as part of celebrations over the next few months please remember there are a few steps you can take to help make them less frightening for pets and wildlife;
• Never set off fireworks near livestock
• Only let fireworks off on traditional celebration dates such as Diwali, Bonfire night, Christmas, New Year’s Eve and Chinese New Year
• Check bonfires before lighting for animals such as hibernating hedgehogs
• Use low noise fireworks
For more information visit: rspca.org.uk/ adviceandwelfare/pets/general/fireworks
• Let your neighbours know well in advance
• Fireworks disturb wildlife too so don’t let them off by habitats such as lakes and woodland with roosting birds
• Pick up firework litter after it has cooled down
Have fun – but please don’t smoke out your neighbours Given that social distancing rules mean that organised bonfire and firework displays will not take place this year, we know many people may be planning their own at home (remember the Rule of 6). However, before you plan a bonfire, please check with neighbours – remember that smoke pollution can be unpleasant for many, but particularly during the coronavirus pandemic. If you’re having a bonfire, don’t burn aerosols, tyres, canisters or anything containing foam or paint - many produce toxic fumes which are not just unpleasant, but can be dangerous. Don’t leave the bonfire unattended and, once it has died down, spray the embers with water to stop it from reigniting.
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Together let’s stay safe and social: Take-away available For full guidance, please visit www.thepointeastleigh.co.uk/hang-out
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Construction & Maintenance services proves a big hit Following our article in the last edition of Borough News about services our Construction and Maintenance team can provide for local residents, we have been inundated with requests for quotes and subsequent work. Our highly skilled and experienced team can provide a range of external construction and grounds maintenance work at a competitive price by a team you can trust; • Dropped kerbs - a great way of ensuring 24-hour access to your property for vehicles, as it prevents other road users from blocking the entrance. • New driveways - what’s the best choice for you, tarmac, resin or block paved? • Fencing - we can remove and/or install a new fence for you • Paths - we can install a range of new paths We are now taking bookings for the new year so if you would like more information visit eastleigh.gov.uk/candm or for a free competitive quote simply call our dedicated Support Team on 023 8068 8384 or email us on constructionandmaintenance@ eastleigh.gov.uk
Keeping the electoral register up-to-date During August, your household should have received a form from the Council showing the names of residents who are registered to vote at your property. Please check the information and make sure the details are correct. If the information needs to be updated, please visit householdresponse.com/ eastleigh to make any changes - it’s quick and easy. The information is used to confirm who, at your address, is eligible to vote. This information can also be used when applying for credit, such as a mortgage or personal loan.
Not being registered means that you cannot vote at the local elections and can risk you being refused credit. Please help us by responding as soon as you can to prevent reminders being sent and to avoid the need for additional contact with you, which is particularly important at the moment with the impact of COVID-19.
