Annual Governance Statement 2019/2020
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Alfreton Town Council presents Halloween!
Halloween Scarecrow Competition – Rules of entry
Only residents of Alfreton Town can enter (Properties within the boundary of Train Line, A38, Brook and Chesterfield Hill)
Only residential properties can enter. No businesses.
Picture of your scarecrow to be submitted by 23.59pm on Sunday 1st November 2020. Through messenger or email to office@alfretontc.co.uk
Please confirm full name and address with entry.
Only one picture per household can be entered.
A person who is an employee, officer, member, volunteer or contractor of Alfreton Town Council may enter a scarecrow for fun and will not be entered into the competition.
All photos will be placed on a post by Alfreton Town Council.
Winners to be chosen and announced after 12 noon on Thursday 5th November 2020.
1st £100
2nd £50
3rd £25
Walking Festival – Autumn Footprints 2020
Autumn Footprints 2020
Unfortunately Covid-19 has put a stop to our usual plans for this year!
Walks in Amber Valley and Erewash in Derbyshire
However we want you this September to discover with your family/friends the great range of local walks in Amber Valley and Erewash which have been produced over the last 20 years.
Walking is very good for both mental and physical health – so why not see what is on your doorstep.
Please keep to the government guidelines, ensuring social distancing and currently no more than 6 people meeting from different households. Please see full list of walks below.
Link to the Autumn Footprints website
** Competition Time **
VJ DAY PICNIC AT HOME
Rules of entry:
Follow Public Health England Guidelines and enjoy a safe picnic.
Only residents of Alfreton Town can enter (Properties within the boundary of Train Line, A38, Brook and Chesterfield Hill)
Only residential properties can enter. No businesses.
Picture of your tasty picnic to be submitted by 23.59pm on Sunday 16th August 2020. Through messenger or email to office@alfretontc.co.uk Please confirm full name and address with entry.
Only one picture per household can be entered.
All photos will be placed on a post by Alfreton Town Council
Winners to be chosen by the Town Mayor and announced after 12 noon on Thursday 20th August 2020.
1st £50
2nd £25
3rd £10
Same to amount to charity (TBC)
David Nieper takes Community Support Online
Alfreton based fashion firm David Nieper has launched a new online forum
The Spirit of Alfreton as part of their ongoing commitment to the local community.
The aim is to give the community a voice and provide a forum for local people to come together, share information, help each other and provide a solid base of support for the town as we navigate these difficult times.
The family business has been at the heart of the community and one of the town’s largest employers for almost 60 years, during which time they have been have been proud to create local jobs, sponsor and improve the local school and offer specialist training.
David Nieper CEO, Christopher Nieper commented:
“We are facing unprecedented days which are impacting every member of our community. I believe the best way for us to come through and prevail is to stand together.
This site is our contribution to overcoming the challenges ahead. It is a means to stay in touch, share thoughts, support vulnerable people in our community and communicate important information.
This is a space where help, encouragement and the spirit of our remarkable town will be displayed for all to see and benefit.”
Spirit of Alfreton Editor, Laura Hammond added:
“The site is designed so that that the whole community can benefit, there are sections for families, parents, schools, businesses and community groups to chat and share their news.
It is easy to use, simple to register and we welcome your feedback. It is also completely free – so do please join in. You can send us your ideas, offer to help vulnerable neighbours, pass on suggestions and exchange views.
Our goal is to work together as community to help bring Alfreton to better times.”
For further information contact
David Nieper Press Office
Lauraine.jordan@davidnieper.co.uk
07904 257687
#StayHome #ProtectTheNHS #SaveLives
Alfreton Town Council
The Town Mayor of Alfreton, Councillor Marlene Bennett MBE and Members of Alfreton Town Council want to pass on their thanks to all the people of Alfreton who have rallied round to help each other in many different ways during these difficult times.
We are particularly grateful to all those people who have put themselves on the frontline to care for people in hospitals and homes, those who are ensuring we get access to food and supplies and those who are keeping our Town and homes safe.
Please help our NHS and where you can ‘Stay at Home’
Keep smiling!
Our offices are closed but staff will be working from home if you need to contact the Town Council please view our website https://alfretontowncouncil.co.uk or Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/alfretontc