Announcements

Carers Rights Day Event - 21 November

Carers Rights Day event with the theme ‘Recognising Your Rights’ will be taking place on Thursday 21 November at 14:00-17:00 at:

Frank Hutchins Community Hall
Thatcham
RG18 4QH

There will be a range of organisations available on the day giving advice and information, as well as guest presentations.

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NOTICE OF VACANCY

PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to Section 87(2) of the Local Government Act 1972, that further to the resignation of Cllr Andy Noonan a casual vacancy has occurred in the office of Councillor for Stratfield Mortimer Parish Council.
If, within 14 days (excluding Saturdays, Sundays, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, Good Friday and Bank Holidays or a day appointed for public thanksgiving or mourning) after the date of this Notice, a request for an election to fill the said vacancy is made in writing to the Returning Off

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West Berkshire Council launches further Household Support package for residents facing financial challenges

As living costs continue to soar, West Berkshire Council is continuing to assist the local community through its Household Support Fund until spring 2025.

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New grants awarded from SMPC Community Grant Fund

The parish council's Community Grant Fund is available for community-based initiatives, and recently the council awarded the following grants:-

A grant of £1,500 to the Mortimer Pre-school for provision of music classes for pre-school children.

A grant of £1500 to Mortimer Music Live CIC for two heavy-duty gazebos.

A grant of £1270 to the Mortimer Table Tennis Club towards Youth Sessions.

Please keep an eye on our website for future rounds:

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West Berks Foodbank

If you're worried about money and struggling to afford essentials, call our free helpline for personalised support

0808 208 2138

Help Through Hardship Helpline

free phone service open Monday to Friday 9am-5pm (closed on public holidays)

The Help through Hardship helpline is a free phone service delivered in partnership with Trussell Trust and Citizens Advice.

For all other information call 07836 500610

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