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Havering Council...hot weather statement

Fans have been issued to every resident of RJC where they had none

·         All clients deemed vulnerable by care management have been  contacted this has resulted in one increased care package and two respite placements where clients were in difficulty

·         Commissioned providers have been put on alert to respond to emergency referrals from care management

·         Commissioners have issued the 2013 PH Heat wave plan to all providers and asked them to risk assess existing clients and liaise with care management where required

·         All Day centres issued with above guidance and outdoor activities risk assessed and ceased where appropriate and bottled water will be provided by transport to and from services

·         All supported living providers issued with above guidance

·         Front door report no increase in demand arising from heat wave to date

 

Sports news

YOUTH SPORT

Havering School Sports Collective is working with the Council and schools throughout the borough to promote participation in school sport festivals, sports development opportunities, disability sport and teacher development programmes. For more information please see http://www.haveringsportscollective.org.

 

NEW SPORTS CENTRE APPROVED

Permission has been granted for a new public sports centre in Western Road inside the Ring Road, including an 8-lane swimming pool, new ice rink, gym and fitness centre.

 

Bank Hollies Day!

Make it a Bank Hollies Day

The Hollies will headline at this year’s Havering Show held from 11am to 6pm, on the August BankHoliday weekend. The top pop 60s group will perform their hits such asHe Ain’t Heavy, He’s My Brother and The Air That I Breathe on Monday 26 August at the free two-day event in Harrow Lodge Park, Hornchurch,

Silence won’t be golden when The Tremeloes Twist and Shoutand ask Do You Love Me? as the headline act on Sunday 25 August. David Van Day of Bucks Fizz and Guys ‘n’ Dolls will appear on both days. 

Other entertainment includes the East Coast Freestyle Moto-x Display Team, a big top with circus performances, and more than 50 classic cars on display.

Bottle deposits

Bottle deposits to make a comeback

A bottle deposit scheme could reduce litter, increase recycling and create 4,000 jobs, the Campaign to Protect Rural England has told MPs. Bottle deposits used to be common in Britain 20 years ago but were phased out when plastic bottles and cans became cheap to make and discard. However, as the country runs out of landfill sites, the system could come back into fashion. Government studies found that returning drinks containers for 10p would increase recycling and reduce litter.

Havering over 50s

HAVERING OVER 50’s WEBSITE

Havering Over 50’s Forum have recently launched their new website which holds useful information for members and potential members atwww.havo50forum.org.  The Havering Over 50’s Forum is a non-political organisation that creates a platform for people aged 50 years and over, to have an effective voice within the community and the Council on matters that affect them.  The Forum holds monthly meetings at the Town Hall on the second Tuesday of each month, next meeting Tuesday 9th July 10.30am – 12.30pm.

Havering Music School

Musical open day

You can learn how to blow your own trumpet and other musical instruments at the free Havering Music School Open Day, tomorrow (Saturday 6 July), from 1pm to 4pm, at Havering Sixth Form College, Hornchurch.  There will also be live music from bands showcasing their skills along with stalls, and food and drink. Although entry to the event is free, it is by ticket only, available at the door or reserved in advance by emailingmusicschool@havering.gov.uk

Harold Hill Festival

Summer festival set to shine

Donkey rides, inflatables, and local music acts are among the entertainment on offer at the Harold Hill Summer Festival, tomorrow (Saturday 6 July) at Central Park, from 12pm to 5pm. The festival, which is run by volunteers, will also give local people the chance to find out more about the progress of the Council’s Harold Hill Ambitions programme, which aims to regenerate the area.

Repairs to pavements and roads

PAVEMENTS AND ROADS

The Council will be carrying out pavement repairs in the following roads in the current financial year; King Edward Road, Hearn Road, Alexandra Road, Eastern Road (outside Ring Road), Kingston Road, Errol Road, Gilbert Road, South Street (between Dymoke Road and Melton Gardens), Park Lane (outside shops and school). There will also be road surface repairs in King Edward Road, Eastern Road (outside Ring Road) and South Street (Dymoke Road to Melton Gardens). The Council has raised 27 works orders for footpaths and potholes in Carlton Road after we were contacted by a resident. The mini “crater” at the junction of Repton Avenue and Repton Gardens has been repaired. We have reported a hole in the pavement in North Street underpass and a pothole in Globe Road near the junction with Hillcrest Road. A pothole inBrentwood Road near the entry to Tolbut Court has been repaired.

 

Travellers and green belt

Travellers face green belt ban

The Mail reports that Eric Pickles, the Communities Secretary, will issue new advice to councils barring Travellers from settling on green belt land in a bid to prevent disputes such as the one at Dale Farm in Essex. Mr Pickles said that in future planning officials must give "particular scrutiny" when letting caravan sites blight England's beauty spots and concentrate them in other areas.

Town Centre news

ROMFORD MARKET

A new food court offering freshly cooked delicacies from around the world has been established in the Market. From mid to late-July events will be organised in Romford Market and throughout the town to promote independent retailers and market traders. For more information please see http://www.havering.gov.uk/romfordmarket or follow the Market on Twitter @LBofHavering.

VICTORIA ROAD

The organisation Transport for London will decide whether to fund environmental improvements in Victoria Road (inside the Ring Road) and in The Battis at a meeting in July.

PARK LANE

Havering Magistrates upheld the Council’s decision to refuse longer alcohol licensing hours at Hornchurch Food and Wine. Many thanks to all those residents who took the time to attend the Court and express concerns at this application.