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Singleton Parish Council
( Volunteers Clearing the River Lavant )
This website provides information about the activities of the Parish Council in the villages of Singleton and Charlton - pretty villages situated in the Lavant Valley, a few miles north of Chichester in West Sussex.
All of our councillors are volunteers and are committed to representing their community. They:
- give views, on behalf of the community, on planning applications and other proposals that affect the parish
- undertake projects and schemes that benefit local residents
- work in partnership with other bodies to achieve benefits for the parish
- alert relevant authorities to problems that arise or work that needs to be undertaken
- help the other tiers of local government keep in touch with their local communities
We want to work closely with our community and encourage residents to get in touch with us and attend meetings. Please get in touch and join our mailing list, mailchimp
How to report issues to WSCC
The WSCC Love West Sussex app can be used to report potholes, graffiti, fly tipping, damaged pavements and many more. Simply send in your report using the WSCC free mobile app, a text or picture message. Love West Sussex will deal with your report and we will send you a message when it's complete.
Plans for the Future
Latest Parish News
West Sussex Residents eNewsletter
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October 2024 West Sussex County Council eNewsletter |
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Chichester District Council - District Dispatch
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As we all know, our weather is becoming more unsettled throughout the year. During the winter months we’ve been seeing much more rain, which can increase the risk of flooding, along with sudden cold spells and extreme weather. This is why we are encouraging people to be prepared.
There are several things we can all do to make sure that our homes, gardens and businesses are ready for the months ahead and so we have collated some useful tips that we want to share with you.
If you experience a power cut during extreme weather, you should contact your electricity distribution operator by calling 105, and someone will put you through to your area operator. You can check the flood risk for your postcode area at:www.gov.uk/check-long-term-flood-risk. In many flood risk areas, you can also sign up for flood warnings by visiting:www.gov.uk/sign-up-for-flood-warnings. These warn of the risk of flooding from rivers, the sea and groundwater. You can receive alerts by phone, email, or text when flooding is expected. Please note that these alerts are not available in all areas.
It’s also worth familiarising yourself with where your mains water, gas and electricity shut-off is, in case you need to leave your home because of flooding. The location of these varies between properties. Gas shut-off valves are normally beside the meter. The mains electricity cut-off is usually a big red switch on your fuse box. If you can’t find your water stopcock, ask someone with practical experience, or a plumber to help you.
Sometimes no amount of planning and preparation can stop weather events from damaging your property. Insurance offers peace of mind so you know that whatever happens, your home and property is covered. It’s worth checking that your policy is up-to-date and covers what you need. When high winds are forecast, remember that this can turn everyday items like garden furniture and chairs into dangerous objects. Make sure they are secure, or stored away before a storm or when high winds are forecast.
Before it gets windy or a storm hits, it’s advisable to check your roof for loose tiles, slates, and flashing. It’s also worth removing dead branches from old trees. In winter, leaves can build up in your guttering and drainpipes. As a result, water may not drain away properly and will leak into the roof and sides of your house, so you may want to consider having your gutters cleared.
Be prepared for cold weather and make sure water pipes and water tanks in your property are covered with good quality insulation. This will help insulate your hot water system, helping you to save money and protect them from freezing. For the very latest weather warnings, you can also subscribe to the Met Office alerts by visiting:www.metoffice.gov.uk/about-us/news-and-media/media-centre/subscribe-to-email-alerts. We also share their updates and advice on our social media pages.
If you have a mobile phone, it’s also worth downloading our Chichester District Council app from the Apple app store or the Google Play store. This not only enables you to view your waste and recycling collection dates and sign up to handy reminders, but if you switch your notifications on, you will also receive live updates on your waste and recycling collections. This means that you will be notified if there are any changes to collections due to severe weather, or any other unforeseen problems. You can find out more about this at:www.chichester.gov.uk/chichesterdcapp
Best Wishes
Cllr Jonathan Brown
Deputy Leader and Cabinet Member for Environmental Strategy at Chichester District Council
Terri Foster |