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Just B – Hear to Help support line  

Feeling grief and loss after the death of someone you may never have met is natural – they may have been an important icon in our lives for many years, and we may have shared in important milestones in their lives. The news may trigger feelings, memories and emotions from a personal bereavement – whether recent or a number of years ago.

Grief is a natural response to loss. Sometimes the pain of loss can feel overwhelming. You may experience all kinds of difficult and unexpected emotions, shock or anger, disbelief, and profound sadness.

These are normal reactions to loss, and if you need to talk, the Hear to Help support line is available seven days a week, 8am – 8pm for children, young people or adults across North Yorkshire: (01423) 856 799.

The Energy Savings Trust – advice and information to help to save money on bills and reduce your carbon footprint.

Whether that involves being more energy efficient, generating your own renewable energy, switching to a green tariff or insulating your home to keep the heat in, the Trust has advice and information to help.

Need help with Winter fuel costs?
 
Winter Fuel Payment will usually be paid automatically without claiming. However, if a person has never had a Winter Fuel Payment before they will need to claim if they do not get benefits or State Pension. The form is here.

Arrangements following the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II

A period of national mourning will continue until the state funeral on 19 September. The Government has issued guidance for the public, organisations and businesses for observing the period of mourning, including information on ceremonial events in central London.

The North Yorkshire County Council website has information about Books of Condolence across the county and the online Book of Condolence available from The Royal Family

The National Moment of Reflection will take place at 8pm on Sunday 18 September.
 

HARROGATE & KNARESBOROUGH AREA CONSTITUENCY COMMITTEE

A meeting will be held on Thursday 15 September 2022 at 10.00am in the Council Chamber, Harrogate Civic Centre,
St Luke’s Avenue, Harrogate, HG1 2AE

This meeting will be available to view on the County Council’s website once the meeting commences at www.northyorks.gov.uk/livemeetings Recordings of previous live broadcast meetings are also available there.

Issues to be discussed will include:-

•   20mph Speed Limit and Zone Policy
•   Harrogate Transport Improvement Programme Update
•   Cultural Framework for North Yorkshire
•   River Nidd Water Management – Member Discussion
•   Questions and statements from members of the public, subject to valid notice being served

NORTH YORKSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL

County Hall Northallerton North Yorkshire DL7 8AD

Phone: Ruth Gladstone on 01609 532555

Email: ruth.gladstone@ northyorks.gov.uk

For further information, please contact Ruth Gladstone of Legal and Democratic Services. The full Agenda is available on the County Council’s website.

OFFICIAL

ALL MEMBERS OF THE PUBLIC ARE VERY WELCOME TO ATTEND

Staveley and Copgrove Parish Council would like to offer their thanks for the selfless dedication of 70 remarkable years given as our Queen.

Her Majesty has been a source of courage and inspiration as she has led us through both dark and positive times.

On behalf of Staveley and Copgrove, the PC would like to offer deepest condolences and sympathy to the Royal family at this sad time. Thoughts and prayers are extended with our gratitude, for a long life of dedication and commitment to duty.

May she now rest in the peace of God’s love.

Final pop-up parties set to come to local parks

The final two free pop-up parties are set to come to Knaresborough Castle grounds and Ripon Spa Gardens tomorrow and Saturday for the whole family to enjoy. They’re perfect for younger children with a mix of performances and activities including juggling shows, magic shows, circus shows and character mini discos. The parties will be taking place at Knaresborough Castle tomorrow (26 August)  and Ripon Spa Gardens on Saturday (27 August). Each event starts at 11am and finishes at 4pm. Find out more at: www.harrogate.gov.uk/events Enjoy!!!

Have your say on new council tax reduction scheme for North Yorkshire. Currently, we all have slightly different council tax reduction schemes, and by law North Yorkshire Council must introduce a single scheme covering the whole of the North Yorkshire area. Council tax reduction is a discount that helps people on low incomes pay their council tax bill. The proposal is to introduce an income-banded scheme that is more supportive, with the maximum level of reduction for the people most in need. The changes to the council tax reduction scheme will affect working-age households in the North Yorkshire area who will get council tax reduction from 1 April 2023. Pension-age households will not see any change as the scheme to support this group is set out by central government. Most applicants will get the same support as they do now and many will be better off. Although some households will have a little more to pay, the proposals set out plans for a hardship fund so that anyone affected who needs additional help will be supported. You can let Harrogate Borough Council know what you think of the proposals for a new council tax reduction scheme for North Yorkshire Council by taking part in the consultation online. You can have your say up to midnight on 18 September.

The Man Who Captured Sunlight, The Story of Soul, end-of-night anthems and side-splitting comedy

For the first time, the remarkable story of one of Harrogate’s most meteoric figures is brought to dramatic life at the Royal Hall that he was instrumental in building. Written by Doctor Who writer Gavin Collinson, The Man Who Captured Sunlight on 23 September tells the story of Samson Fox, Mayor of Harrogate (1889 to 1892) and ancestor of Britain’s most famous acting dynasty. As an inventor, he helped spearhead the industrial revolution and famously ‘bottled the sun’ as Harrogate’s streets became the first thoroughfares in the world to be lit with his Fox Water-Gas. Or…. Let your hair down for a crazy night of non-stop singalong favourites at Don’t Stop Believin’ on 22 September. Or… follow Britain’s Got Talent’s Mel Day and a talented cast on a journey of sweet soul music in The Story of Soul on 25 September. Or… For those who love a good laugh, the hilarious Sarah Millican is back on tour with a Bobby Dazzler of a new stand-up show on 24 September. For details on more upcoming events at Harrogate Convention Centre and Royal Hall visit the venue’s website.

You are not alone

Harrogate Borough Council know times are hard at the moment as day-to-day costs go up and will continue to do so for some time. There is local support available to you if your financial situation has changed and you need help with household payments, debts or living costs. Harrogate have launched a new website page that lists financial help and support available from HBC and partners. As well as advice on keeping warm and making your home as energy efficient as possible. If you require support for any of our services and wish to speak to someone you can call on 01423 500600. The Energy Savings Trust also has information on how to reduce your carbon emissions and lower your energy bills. So, whether that involves being more energy efficient, generating your own renewable energy, switching to a green tariff or insulating your home to keep the heat in, they’ve got advice and information to help.