Liberal Democrat candidates who have been delivering election communication door to door have caused concerns, with the leader of Herts County Council believing they are disregarding lockdown rules. In a meeting on Tuesday, February 23, Cllr David Williams reported that Hertfordshire Lib Dem members had been spotted across the county …
Read More »How my Stratford postman saved precious letters from my mother
Some of the less frequently recognised heroes of lockdown have been our postal staff. Here, Stratford resident MANYA CHADWICK pays tribute to her postie, Matt Shadbolt, with the amazing story of the rediscovery of her mother’s lost letters. A WEEK ago, I was eagerly awaiting two envelopes that should have …
Read More »Royal Mail provides update on post issues across Colchester
COLCHESTER’S MP has spoken to Royal Mail due to residents experiencing post delivery issues across the borough. Residents of the town have been reporting post problems for several months, caused by the impact of coronavirus on services and staff. A cold snap in February also badly affected services, with roads …
Read More »South Central Ambulance Service COVID-19 response
South Central Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust (SCAS) is one of ten ambulance NHS Foundation Trusts in the UK. SCAS provides 999 and 111 services in Hampshire, Oxfordshire, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Patient Transport Services across the same footprint as well as in Surrey and Sussex. SCAS relies on location data …
Read More »What the papers say – March 9
The fallout from Harry and Meghan’s explosive TV interview gains saturation coverage in the nation’s papers. The Daily Mirror says the interview has triggered the “worst royal crisis in 85 years”, since the abdication of King Edward VIII. The Daily Mail turns a blowtorch on the couple with a large …
Read More »Grantonians get scam warning from local post office
The manager of Grantown’s Total Mail delivery office has posted a warning to customers about a text scam aimed at the town Beware the scammers, says local PO . Allan Cameron last night posted: “Hi my name is Allan CameronDelivery Manager with Royal Mail. I was hoping to share with …
Read More »Uinsure launches tech platform | Mortgage Introducer
Uinsure has launched a technology platform that aims to remove insurance complexity for advisers and their clients. In addition, it has unveiled a brand refresh for the first time. The new platform enables advisers to receive an insurance quote across home, buy-to-let and non-standard in three questions, name, date of …
Read More »cheapest bouquet delivery for your mum
IF you’re planning to treat your mum to a bouquet of flowers on Mother’s Day, it’s about time to decide where to get it from. Mother’s Day is this Sunday, March 14, and a bunch of blossoms is a lovely way to show your appreciation. 2 B&M Flowers is selling …
Read More »Final member of international Northampton dark web gang that shipped £2.7million of Class A drugs jailed
Filip Hmelnicenko is the fourth and final member to be locked up for his part in a dark web drugs operation. The final player in a Northampton cartel that used a dark web marketplace to sell millions of pounds worth of Class A drugs has been jailed. Filip Hmelnicenko was …
Read More »Knitted tribute to frontline workers brings joy to Clacton community
A COLOURFUL and heart-warming tribute to frontline workers fighting the coronavirus pandemic is helping to lift spirits within a seaside community. Homeowners in Coopers Lane, Clacton, were given a joyous boost after a Royal Mail post-box was found decorated with a knitted covering. The touching show of appreciation features a …
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