Although this question has been asked before, there was not a great response. So would really like your input on what you think could be done with the additional green Open Spaces in Goffs Oak. With the recent national and Borough guidance on Open Spaces, this allows these areas to have special protection and importance … Continue reading Use of Open Space in Goffs Oak
Items for Goffs’s Oak Scrapbook
During this pandemic period, a new Goffs Oak scrapbook is being put together 1991 onwards. So if you have any articles of interest and would like to pop it into the scrapbook, please make contact. If you would like to review what has been done so far - once the Library has opened again, to … Continue reading Items for Goffs’s Oak Scrapbook
Watch out for scammers for contact and trace
Genuine contact tracers will: • call you from 0300 013 5000 • send you text messages from ‘NHS’ • ask you to sign into the NHS test and trace contact-tracing website • ask for your full name and date of birth to confirm your identity, and postcode to offer support while self-isolating • ask about … Continue reading Watch out for scammers for contact and trace
Text and Trace scams – beware
Message from neighbourhood Watch Avoiding Test and Trace scams Dear Watch Member, Hertfordshire Constabulary is warning residents to be aware that scammers are posing as NHS Test and Trace contact workers. The new Test and Trace system is being rolled out across the country, meaning contact tracers are now getting in touch with those who … Continue reading Text and Trace scams – beware
Storm brewing over Cheshunt Common
Taken by budding Photogapher from Goffs Oak. Hi Cheshunt Common - A Summer storm is looming. Hope the horses won’t be too wet!
Recycling facilities in Goffs Oak
If you see the Recyling in Goffs Oak in such a state - contact Broxbourne Borough. It will only be sorted if you report it. You can do this on line or call 01992 785555 bwww.broxbourne.gov.uk/report Note: well done to the voluntary litter pickers who helped clear the playing fields in the last couple of … Continue reading Recycling facilities in Goffs Oak
Planning process
Planning and Regulatory Committee, Borough of Broxbourne Council - next meetings Here is an extract from the planning section on the (BoB) website, which may help with understanding their process. The Planning and Regulatory Committee decides on applications for planning permission. The committee is also responsible for other regulatory matters, such as licensing and enforcement. The committee meets … Continue reading Planning process
Planning and Regulatory Meeting 27th May 2020- Newgatestreet Road, opposite Masons Parade
. Planning and Regulatory Meeting 27th May 2020. The Committee refused permission of the proposed development of 41 dwellings. See below for the Councils notes The development proposed is considered by officers to be unacceptable in its present form. The siting of the building, its height and significant level of fenestration, which is also at … Continue reading Planning and Regulatory Meeting 27th May 2020- Newgatestreet Road, opposite Masons Parade
‘An act of kindness’
Neighbourhood watch (NHW) week 7-14 June This is held each year this year is being held in a different way. Normally we would be holding public events. Instead we will be looking for a neighbour, friend or relative who has gone the extra mile or shown “an act of kindness” during these challenging times. They … Continue reading ‘An act of kindness’
Guidance on the use of facemasks
Message from Herts Healthwatch New guidance on face coverings for the general public in Hertfordshire Dear Watch Member, The government is now advising the public to wear a face covering in some circumstances, such as enclosed spaces where social distancing may not always possible. Face coverings do not protect you from contracting coronavirus. However, if … Continue reading Guidance on the use of facemasks
