 You can search for other walk-in clinics online or make a specific appointment via the national booking service
Supporting Ukrainian refugees - update
Team Devon has launched a new website for all Devon’s local authorities to support local residents who want to provide sanctuary to Ukrainian refugees.
The website will be regularly updated with the latest guidance and information and is aimed at supporting families in Devon whose relatives in Ukraine are fleeing the conflict, as well as households who volunteer to accommodate refugees.
Devon County Council is receiving the latest information from the Government on the sponsors who have registered, and DBS checks on the sponsor families are being carried out.
And Teignbridge along with all Devon’s district authorities are using a common approach to assess each sponsor’s accommodation. A number of households in Teignbridge have registered their interest in providing accommodation for Ukrainian Refugees under the scheme and accommodation checks are starting today (1 April).
Work is underway with the community and voluntary sector in Teignbridge to develop a local network of agencies which can provide refugees and their sponsors with support tailored to their individual needs and local location. Teignbridge CVS will organise this support and has set up a telephone line (07918 205 356) and email address to answer any queries from sponsors or refugees who need advice or support.
The Government says it has now written to people who have expressed an interest in providing accommodation and has also published guidance for sponsors offering accommodation, as well as a welcome guide for Ukrainians, guidance on what they need to do before they travel to the UK and what to do after they arrive. A factsheet has also been published that explains how Ukrainians can apply to the Homes for Ukraine sponsorship scheme.
People can still register an interest in providing accommodation via the Homes for Ukraine campaign website and the Government is regularly updating its FAQs on the Homes for Ukraine scheme.
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Budget decisions implemented from today
The start of the new financial year today means that some of our fees and charges have changed in line with budget decisions approved by councillors in February. A schedule of new fees and charges is on our website.
Also from today, we have extended the Public Space Protection Order (PSPO) for a further three years until 31 March 2025. The PSPO aims to encourage responsible dog ownership and make Teignbridge an even cleaner and greener place. From today, the reduction of the lead length from two metres to a one metre fixed lead applies when walking your dog on a public highway, a footway, footpath or cycle track.
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Early diagnosis is key to survival
 Today sees the start of Bowel Cancer Awareness Month, an annual opportunity to raise awareness of the UK’s fourth most common cancer, with someone being diagnosed with the disease every 15 minutes.
Bowel cancer is also the UK’s second biggest cancer killer. However it shouldn’t be because it’s treatable and curable, especially if diagnosed early. Nearly everyone survives bowel cancer if diagnosed at the earliest stage but this drops significantly as the disease develops.
Bowel Cancer UK throughout April will be raising awareness of the symptoms of bowel cancer:
- Bleeding from your bottom and/or blood in your poo
- A persistent and unexplained change in bowel habit
- Unexplained weight loss
- Extreme tiredness for no obvious reason
- A pain or lump in your tummy
Other health problems can cause similar symptoms. But if you have one or more of these, or if things just don’t feel right, see your GP.
Visit their website for more information about bowel cancer and details of how to get involved in Bowel Cancer Awareness Month.
COVID-19 vaccination guides for parents
The government has published a series of information leaflets for parents of children aged 5 to 11. These include a vaccination guide for parents of children aged 5 to 11; a guide on what to expect after your child’s COVID-19 vaccination (to be given with record card to all parents) and a guide for parents of children (5-11) who are in an at risk group.
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Cases of flu, norovirus and Covid on the increase in Devon
Health officials are warning that cases of COVID-19 – and other diseases that normally circulate in winter – are rising.
Residents are being urged not to visit people in hospital or care homes if they have symptoms of flu, COVID-19 or norovirus. Checking visiting restrictions before leaving home is encouraged and if attending a hospital or GP practice face coverings continue to be required unless medically exempt.
Are you being paid the right amount?
The National Living Wage increases this month by 6.6% from £8.91 to £9.50 and the Government is advising workers to check their payslip to make sure they are being paid at the new rate
The hourly rate for the National Minimum Wage depends on your age and whether you are an apprentice.
- Age 21-22: increases from £8.36 to £9.18
- Age 18-20: increases from £6.56 to £6.83
- Age16-18: increases from £4.62 to £4.81
- Apprentice Rate: increases from £4.30 to £4.81 and applies in the first year of your apprenticeship or if you’re under 19.
If you are not being the correct amount you should:
- Talk to your employer
- Call Acas (0800 470 0615) for free, impartial advice if the problem is not resolved
- Make an anonymous complaint to HMRC.
You can also visit the Acas website for more information.
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Consultation on plans to reform the SEND system
Children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) should receive better support at school as a result of the Government’s review into special educational needs provision
The Department for Education’s alternative provision green paper sets out the Government’s vision for a single, national SEND and alternative provision system that aims to introduce new standards in the quality of support given to children across education, health and care.
A 13-week public consultation, which runs until 11:45pm on 1 July, gives families and stakeholders the opportunity to shape how the new system will work in the future.
Latest newsletter published
The April newsletter from Alice Cross is now available. Due to high COVID numbers in the area Alice Cross is encouraging people using the centre to use a face covering if possible and to try to remain socially distanced. This is to help protect vulnerable clients and volunteers.
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Farmers asked for views on plastic propositions
Independent researchers would like to talk to farmers to understand what they think about ideas that have been created to increase recycling of farm plastics.
This is part of a research project that Kantar Public are delivering on behalf of Defra and the Environment Agency to increase recycling rates of farm plastics. In the last six months, Kantar has worked with the sector to understand the context around waste disposal and to suggest solutions that could help farmers recycle more.
These ideas have been developed into working prototypes and the team is eager to understand what farmers think of them.
If you're a farmer willing to give an hour of your time, any time between 8am-7pm Monday to Friday, please email Maria Gaffario at Kantar or call 07951 890318.
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Construction of sea wall progresses
 South West Rail Resilience Programme's latest newsletter highlights the work taking place to improve the resilience of the railway line between Dawlish and Teignmouth.
It highlights the second phase of the Dawlish sea wall, the extension of the rockfall shelter at the northern end of Parson's Tunnel and updates on two other phases of the programme: Dawlish to Holcombe cliffs and Parson's Tunnel to Teignmouth.
Commemorating the Falklands War
Throughout the 40th anniversary of the Falklands War, the Royal British Legion (RBL) will be commemorating the service and sacrifice of all those involved, as well as sharing their stories and experiences of the conflict.
The War started on 2 April and the RBL’s commemorations will culminate in a national event to commemorate the end of the conflict on 14 June. The RBL is encouraging individuals and groups that would like to attend the event at the National Memorial Arboretum to register their interest via their Regimental Association. Full details are on the RBL website.
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