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Didcot and Surrounding Area infrastructure improvement update
Consultation to update local people on the proposed package of infrastructure improvements in Didcot and surrounding area.
Posted: Tue, 21 Apr 2020 13:00 by Admin Assistant
Open Letter to Didcot Town regarding Covid-19
Dear Residents of Didcot,
Firstly, I must thank everyone for adhering to the Government's advice to stay in and only going out when essential. When I go on my daily walk with my family, I have noticed the roads and pavements are very quiet. If I do see anyone, I see people observing social distancing by crossing the road or moving to one side.
I want to thank all the residents who have volunteered in... Read More »
Posted: Mon, 20 Apr 2020 14:20 by Admin Assistant
PUBLIC REMINDER
Didcot Town Council would like to remind everyone that the Skate Park in Ladygrove is closed for public use, as is all outdoor gym equipment and playgrounds.
This is in line with the Government's recommendations and we encourage everyone to adhere to this.
Posted: Wed, 15 Apr 2020 09:50 by Planning & Environment Officer
ALLOTMENT BURN DATES IN APRIL - CANCELLED
Due to the Government's advice on staying home during the COVID-19 crisis, the Emergency Committee decided to cancel the April 2020 burn dates across ALL of the allotment sites.
Whilst it is still ok to tend to your allotments for exercise and mental wellbeing, please adhere to all the Government's advice on social distancing and hygiene.
Posted: Mon, 06 Apr 2020 16:15 by Planning & Environment Officer
Oxfordshire residents warned against coronavirus scams
Residents have been warned to be on their guard against criminals and scammers exploiting the coronavirus situation.
In Oxfordshire, County Council's Trading Standards has received reports of scams targeting people via emails, text messages, and on the doorstep.
Full details and advice from OCC Trading Standards team here:
https://news.oxfordshire.gov.uk/oxfordshire-residents-warned-against-coronavirus-scams/... Read More »
Posted: Fri, 03 Apr 2020 16:05 by Admin Assistant
Message from the Mayor of Didcot
During this period, we all find ourselves in unprecedented times.
Didcot Town Council's top priority is the safety of our staff and members of the public.
The Council continues to operate, but some services may experience interruption.
Our office staff are working from home where possible; outdoor staff are doing the necessary to ensure the open spaces remain safe - and Council Meetings are currently... Read More »
Posted: Thu, 02 Apr 2020 16:30 by Admin Assistant
Didcot Town Council's COVID-19 Crisis Management meeting update
After the Didcot Town Council's Covid-19 Crisis Management meeting on Monday 30th March 2020, the updates are as follows:
- DTC and Civic Hall to remain closed until at least 30th April 2020.
- DTC services still open but only by phone and email. All DTC staff working from home. See https://www.didcot.gov.uk/
- DTC's Covid-19 Action Plan in operation. Civic Hall will be available for our emergency services to use if and when... Read More »
Posted: Tue, 31 Mar 2020 10:22 by Planning & Environment Officer
Public Announcement
After the meeting of the Council's COVID-19 Crisis Management Team, we have decided that Didcot Town Council and Civic Hall will remain CLOSED until 30th April 2020, when we will review the policy based on Government advice and guidelines.
The council will be providing services via phone, email and on the website www.didcot.gov.uk Please do keep checking our website as we will be communicating advice... Read More »
Posted: Mon, 23 Mar 2020 14:05 by Planning & Environment Officer
PUBLIC ANNOUNCEMENT
Following on from the Government's advice, all Didcot Town Council and Civic Hall staff will be working from home where possible.
This may mean there are a few delays with replying to emails.
For Cemetery and Allotment enquiries, please phone Lucy Blake on 07395909267 (Tuesdays-Fridays)
For Events and general enquiries, please phone Chelsey Lordan on 07395957010
For Outdoor Services, please phone Tony... Read More »
Posted: Wed, 18 Mar 2020 12:26 by Planning & Environment Officer
PUBLIC ANNOUNCEMENT
Didcot Town Council/Civic Hall Emergency Committee has agreed that Didcot Civic Hall will be closed due to the outbreak of COVID-19 (Coronavirus).
The Civic Hall will be closed from 21st to 31st March.
This Committee will meet again on Monday 30th March to assess any risk of cross-contamination and an update will then be given.
Before making a wasted journey please check that the event you are attending... Read More »
Posted: Mon, 16 Mar 2020 14:30 by Admin Assistant