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Bassetlaw District Council e-Newsletter

Community testing now available in Bassetlaw  

Rapid COVID-19 testing sites for people without symptoms are now available in our district at Manton Sports, Retford Road, Worksop and Crown Place Community Centre, Sandy Lane, Worksop.

One in three people with COVID-19 have no symptoms, that’s why a regular test - ideally twice weekly - can help protect colleagues, families and the wider community. It is especially important that higher risk workers who cannot work from home or come into contact with the public are tested regularly.

There is a public health interest in targeted communities, those who cannot work from home and those who live and work near to a community testing centre. However, rapid testing is available for everyone who lives and works in Bassetlaw. We encourage people working in retail, manufacturing, food production, transport, public sector and front line services to make use of the testing sites.

Community testing - opening times and what you need to know 

Looking out for Vaccine scams

Bassetlaw residents are being reminded to be wary of a number of Covid-19 scams that are using the pandemic as a way to trick them into handing over money or their financial details. In one of the latest scams highlighted by Neighbourhood Watch, a convincing looking text message claims that people are eligible for the Covid-19 vaccine. Scammers have also been phoning people directly and impersonating NHS or pharmacy staff to target their victims. It is important to remain alert and remember that the NHS will: Never ask for a payment (the vaccine is free) Never ask you for your bank details Never arrive unannounced at your home to administer the vaccine Never ask you to prove your identity by sending copies of personal documents (Such as your passport) More information

Job Vacancies at the Council

We are currently recruiting for a number of positions. check out the Council's jobs site for more information.

Notice of Vacancy

NOTICE IS GIVEN in accordance with Section 87(2) of the Local Government Act 1972 that due to the resignation of Councillor Paul Nicholls, a vacancy has arisen in the Office of Councillor for the Ranskill Ward.

Live Cabinet Meeting

The next Bassetlaw District Council Cabinet Meeting will be streamed live on Thursday 11th February. Visit the Watch council meetings - Cabinet webpage for more information.

Voting Safely in the 2021 Elections

Local Elections are scheduled to take place across the country on Thursday 6^th May, including in Bassetlaw, where residents will be asked to have their say on who represents them at Nottinghamshire County Council and as Nottinghamshire Police and Crime Commissioner.

While the elections are some time away, the Elections Team in Bassetlaw are working hard to ensure that you are able to stay safe while casting your vote. 

There are a number of ways to have your say in the elections - you can vote in a polling station, by post, or by appointing someone you trust to vote on your behalf, which is known as a proxy vote. You can find out more and download an application form via the How to Vote section on our website.  

Elections in Bassetlaw on 6th May

New Canch Toilets

Plans to create a brand new refreshments kiosk, toilet and Changing Places facility at the award-winning Canch park are set to take a major step forward this month.

The new Bassetlaw District Council facility will include a refreshments kiosk and outdoor seating, a Changing Places facility, a disabled toilet, a baby change and parent WC in addition to four unisex toilets. It will be situated opposite the splash pool, within an area of the sensory garden and work is expected to start on site in the next two weeks.

More Information

Garden Waste

There’s only a month to go until the start of the 2021 season of our Garden Waste Collection Service, with the first collections set to take place at the beginning of March!

The service includes a fortnightly collection of a 240 litre wheelie bin (per subscription), in which you’ll be able to place grass cuttings, hedge trimmings, leaves, small branches and twigs, dead plants, weeds and cut flowers at the cost of just £32 per season (per bin).

There’s still time sign up and you can find out more on our website: 

Garden Waste Information