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’
Top field at Cheshunt Common
Back to nature in Goffs Oak. Let's preserve our greenery
Pandemic in Cheshunt Common, May 2020
What a lovely day in Cheshunt Common. The public footpath goes from Crouch Lane to Broxbourne Woods via Wormley Woods. Once back to normal opening hours take a detour to the Woodman and Olive, West End, Wormley for a swift half and / or bite to eat.
Child Online Safety Resources for Parents and Carers
Dear Watch Member, The national Child Exploitation and Online Protection (CEOP) team have told us that their third #OnlineSafetyAtHome pack is now available with new activities for parents and carers to use at home. To support parents during COVID-19 and the closure of schools, CEOP we will be releasing new home activity packs each fortnight … Continue reading Child Online Safety Resources for Parents and Carers