Getting vaccinated against seasonal flu and Covid-19 will provide protection for you and those around you against both these serious illnesses.
Anyone 50 and over by 31 March 2022 can get a free flu jab as well as for example those who are pregnant, have certain health conditions, receive a carers allowance or live with someone who is more likely to get infections. You can check out whether you are eligible at nhs.uk/wintervaccinations A free nasal flu spray vaccine is also available to children and you can find out more at nhs.uk/child-flu
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16-17 year olds can get their Covid jabs at drop in centres
Last weekend the Department of Health and Social Care announced that all 16 and 17-year-olds can now book their first Covid-19 vaccination appointment online.
They can now book online a jab at either a vaccination centre or pharmacy or find a Covid-19 vaccination walk-in site without needing an appointment. The nearest walk-in centres for Teignbridge are at Exeter’s Greendale Vaccination Centre or at Plymouth Albion in Devonport, Plymouth.
Where young people can’t book on line, they can call 119 free of charge to book one
Neither under 16s and or those waiting for booster covid jabs can use walk-in sites to get vaccinated and should wait to be contacted by the NHS.
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Get active with our Sports Camps at Dawlish Leisure Centre and Newton Abbot Leisure Centre.
 Our leisure team is running more Sports Camps at Dawlish and Newton Abbot Leisure Centres during the October half term.
All sessions at the camps are fun, creative and well organised. They are delivered by fully qualified and experienced coaches, with a full DBS check in place, and will run for multiple days throughout the school holidays. Each day is different to ensure children get the most out of them.
Aimed at 5-14 year olds, the camps enable children to try new things, learn new skills, work as a team and most importantly have fun whilst getting active. All abilities are welcome and equipment will be provided. More information about the activities are on the Teignbridge Leisure website
Dates and times of the October camps are also on the Teignbridge Leisure website.
Dog restrictions lifted
If you have been longing to exercise your dog on many of Teignmouth beaches, today's the day when summer restrictions are lifted.
Our Dog PSPO, which is currently being reviewed, continues to apply so enjoy the sandy coastal walks but remember to clear up after your dog.
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Maintenance work to start on Teignmouth Eastcliff promenade
South West Water (SWW) will in the coming days be undertaking an excavation of the Surface Water Sewer on the promenade at Eastcliff Walk, Teignmouth.
The work will involve closing the lower (wider) promenade. Pedestrian access will only be via the top promenade with SWW installing temporary ramp access to enable wheelchair/pram access to Network Rail’s sea wall and coastal footpath.
Access to the coastal footpath and toilets will be maintained while the work, which is expected to be completed in a fortnight, takes place.
Traffic lights to be installed at Newbridge in Chudleigh Knighton
Traffic signals are to be installed at a bridge in Chudleigh Knighton in order to improve safety, reduce congestion and protect the structure.
Devon County Council will start installation of the traffic lights on Sunday 10 October and work is scheduled to be completed by Saturday 6 November. Clay Lane will be closed for the duration of the work, and a signed diversion route has been agreed with Highways England along the A38 between the Chudleigh junction and Drumbridges junction..
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Stoptober starts today
If you haven’t kicked the habit and want to try to give up, Stoptober is designed to help you do so.
If you are a smoker, quitting is one of the best things you can do for your health, allowing you to start moving better, breathe more easily and save money. Join the thousands of others and start your quitting journey this October. Just search ‘Stoptober’ for more information and free tools to help you quit.
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What are you proud to be?
October is Black History Month when we celebrate the accomplishments of Black Britons throughout our history.
As part of the celebrations a new ‘Proud To Be’ campaign, inspired by Black Lives Matter, has been launched.It invites people of all ages throughout the UK to share what they are proud to be. For example, Proud To Be Black, Proud To Be Brown, Proud To Be Black & LGBTQ+, Proud To Be Me.
Black History Month UK is also inviting public figures to get involved and share what they are Proud To Be – as a way of inspiring as many people as possible to get involved and take part. Activities and events are taking place across the country throughout this month.
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Free training for Teignbridge landlords
Teignbridge landlords are being offered free online training to help them navigate the complex business of letting.
Training is being delivered by Training for Professionals and is being organised in conjunction with South West Landlord Association. This comprehensive training covers everything to successfully set-up, manage and end a tenancy.
On completion of the course, attendees will be offered free, first year annual membership to the South West Landlord Association, among other benefits, members will be able to access free advice, free downloadable letting related documentations, newsletters, trade discounts etc.
The next training day is Thursday 21 October Landlords can book a place for the course on Friday 2 July via our website.
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 Wild About Devon - an initiative to help communities and Parish and Town Councils take action for wildlife and help tackle the Ecological and Climate Emergencies - have three webinars in October which can be Booked via Eventbrite and are free to attend.
The Importance of Hedges, 7pm Wednesday 13 October – this webinar is the next in our Wild About Devon community webinar series covering the benefits our hedges bring to society, hedgerow management and survey techniques.
Wildlife webinar, Devon Dark Skies Week, 7pm Monday 25 October – this wildlife webinar focuses on moths, with Richard Fox (Butterfly Conservation) detailing their importance, and Doug Boyes (Centre for Ecology and Hydrology) sharing the findings from his recent paper on LED lighting and moths.
Dark Skies webinar, 7pm Thursday 28th October - the importance of keeping the night sky dark and the impacts of night lighting.
New October activities at Alice Cross
The October newsletter is now available, highlighting the activities Alice Cross provides to support people in Teignmouth. These include a new free ‘Computers for beginners class’ starting on 4 October and digital drop in sessions for those who are in need of help with mobiles and Tablets/iPads.
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New Platinum Jubilee website
The Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport has launched the government’s new Platinum Jubilee website, including an interactive map which will display all the events and activities that will be taking place right across the UK, as part of The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee in 2022.
The map is open for anyone to add their events and everyone is encouraged to upload any events and activities they may be planning to mark the Jubilee.
The website is to support and complement the Royal Household website and details the many ways individuals and organisations can get involved in the Platinum Jubilee celebrations.
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