Tags: Communication
Shops & Businesses Re-opening Today
Dursley Town Council would like to "welcome back" the shops and businesses who are re-opening today and those who have plans in place to re-open over the next few weeks.
The Town Council would ask all residents and visitors to support our local businesses, many who have not been able to trade since March.
We do need to be mindful that the Covid-19 virus is still a threat and would advise all those visiting... Read More »
Posted: Mon, 15 Jun 2020 09:36 by John Kay
Annual Reports 2019/20
The Annual Reports for Dursley Town Council, Councillors (GCC & SDC) and Community Groups are normally released at the town's Annual Assembly meeting in May.
Due to the current social distancing restrictions this year's Annual Assembly will not be held. However the annual report's are now available to view online.
Paper copies of the reports will be available in Dursley library and Jacob's House... Read More »
Posted: Fri, 15 May 2020 10:27 by John Kay
Re-opening of Tennis Courts on the "Rec"
Following the Government's announcement on 10th May 2020, the tennis courts on the War Memorial Recreation Ground have reopened for public use today (Wed 13th May).
Due to the closure of The Pulse Leisure Centre the courts will remain unlocked and no key/deposit is required. This will be reviewed if there are any instances of anti-social behaviour on the courts.
Players must adhere to the government... Read More »
Posted: Wed, 13 May 2020 09:20 by John Kay
Notice of Council Vacancies - May 2020
There are two vacancies on Council due the recent resignations of Cllrs Reynolds and Thirlwell.
The vacancies are for the Central and Highfields wards of the Council.
If you are interested in filling one of the vacant positions please contact the Town Clerk or any current Councillor to find out more about this important community role.
Posted: Thu, 07 May 2020 14:48 by John Kay
75th Anniversary of VE Day on Friday 8th May 2020.
The Royal British Legion has announced a programme of activities to mark the 75th Anniversary of VE Day on Friday 8th May 2020.
No longer able to attend the planned VE Day 75 events, the Royal British Legion is calling on the nation to get involved from the safety of their homes in a programme of events to pay tribute to the entire Second World War generation from British, Commonwealth and Allied Forces,... Read More »
Posted: Tue, 05 May 2020 09:10 by John Kay
Planning Committee - Online
Last night (21st April) saw Dursley Town Council host their first ever "online" meeting.
Following the government's lockdown restrictions to combat the Covid-19 pandemic it was not possible for Town Council to host a public meeting. This resulted in the cancellation of the scheduled meetings in April until last night's Planning Committee meeting.
Legislation approved by Parliament now permits Town/Parish... Read More »
Posted: Wed, 22 Apr 2020 09:29 by John Kay
Covid-19: Extension to Lockdown Period
Following yesterday's extension to the lockdown period for a further three weeks, the single most important action we can all take, in fighting coronavirus, is to remain staying at home in order to protect the NHS and save lives.
The restrictions in place remain:
1. Requiring people to stay at home, except for very limited purposes.
2. Closing non-essential shops and community spaces.
3. Stopping all... Read More »
Posted: Fri, 17 Apr 2020 10:59 by John Kay
Covid-19: Extension to Lockdown Period
Following yesterday's extension to the lockdown period for a further three weeks, the single most important action we can all take, in fighting coronavirus, is to remain staying at home in order to protect the NHS and save lives.
The restrictions in place remain:
1. Requiring people to stay at home, except for very limited purposes.
2. Closing non-essential shops and community spaces.
3. Stopping all... Read More »
Posted: Fri, 17 Apr 2020 10:59 by John Kay
Garden Bonfires
Dursley Town Council would like to share the following message on bonfires from Stroud District Council.
Bonfire smoke may cause particular problems for people with underlying health conditions such as asthma, bronchitis and heart conditions. We all now know that Covid-19 is a respiratory disease. During the pandemic, more people than normal are at home, working, caring for their family and/or self-isolating.... Read More »
Posted: Thu, 16 Apr 2020 09:42 by John Kay
Covid 19 - The Use of Play Equipment
Dursley Town Council would like to remind all visitors to the War Memorial Recreation Ground, Highfields Play Area and Kingshill Play Area that the play and gym equipment should not be used under any circumstance at the current time.
This is part of the government's guidance on green space areas and to reduce the risk of catching the Covid-19 virus.
Signage has been placed at each location but we are... Read More »
Posted: Wed, 15 Apr 2020 09:04 by John Kay
