Hazelbury Bryan Village News Page

It seems that, a number of Dorset residents are still having problems with reception of one or more Freeview TV channels, even after switchover. This despite the promise made by Ofcom that “if you could receive analogue programmes before, you will receive digital after switchover” (the west has already switched over and parts of the North of the county will switch in March 2010).

The Dorset Broadcasting Action Group (DorBAG – supported by the County Council, & and other bodies in Dorset , has created a “TV Reception Problem Report” for residents to complete and return to DorBAG. DorBAG, Chaired by Oliver Letwin MP and Jim Knight MP will, once they have enough solid data, approach the heads of the appropriate Broadcasting Authorities to seek a solution to viewers’ problems.

Team Dorset is all about helping Dorset benefit from hosting the 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games in Weymouth & Portland and leaving a really significant legacy. What we do together before, during and beyond 2012 will shape our future.

The 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games are a ‘once-in-a-life-time' opportunity to boost improvement and change.

Get involved. Shake things up. Every one can join Team Dorset - just click the link to learn more!

The Parish Plan Questionnaires were collected over the weekend of 6/7th March.

If you did not receive your copy, please contact the Parish Clerk, via the Parish Council Link, or download here as a WinZip pdf file:-

Please drop your completed Questionnaires off at The Village Shop by 15th March

Around 100 villages in Dorset have already developed their Parish Plan and 13^th October 2009 saw Hazelbury Bryan launch theirs with a well attended meeting in the Village Hall.

There have recently been attempts by criminals to trick residents out of money or obtain their bank details by pretending to be council officials from North Dorset District Council.

Residents should be aware that if a council officer is going to call on you they will make an appointment and they will always carry and show official identification. The council never sends personal callers to collect money neither does it ever cold call customers to ask for their bank details.

If you are in any doubt as to the identity of a caller who says they are from the council or if they are anyone else you are not expecting you should follow the advice from Dorset Police:

Chain - Put the door chain or bar on the door before opening the door and always keep it on when talking to the person on your doorstep. If you can, look through a window to see who is calling.

Check - Ask for and carefully check their identity card. Take the card and close the door leaving the caller on the doorstep. Do not let them in. Do not phone the number on the card as this may be fake. If the caller states they are from the council or other authority, look the phone number up. You will then be able to check the caller is genuine. Take your time. If the caller is genuine they will be happy to wait.

If you do get any suspicious callers at your door asking to come in, call Dorset Police on 01202 222 222.

Age Concern North Dorset is keen to work with as many as possible to raise awareness about TV switchover to ensure older and vulnerable people are informed and know where to find help.

TV is changing in two stages from analogue to digital in our region on March 24^th and April 7^th and the BBC has set up the Switchover Help Scheme to assist older and disabled people make the switch. For many people, television is an important way of receiving information from the outside world, however, some are going to find it difficult at switchover time. That’s why it is so important for us to work closely with other charities and voluntary organisations to make sure everyone gets the support they need. We would like to ensure that people who need help are not left with a blank screen at switchover time.

Although all eligible people will have received the information, often people need to hear about things from more than one place before they take action. Many people who could benefit from the Help Scheme are amongst the most vulnerable in society. Your organisation is a trusted source of information. You and your staff deal with those who might need help on a daily basis and these people may turn to you for advice. We would like to work with you to ensure those who need it, have the relevant information about switchover and how to get help.

We would like to brief you so you can pass on the message about where to go for help, and invite you to one of our events at The Exchange, Sturminster Newton. This session will provide you with the right information and advice to make the switch to digital. There is no charge. Just book your place by responding to this email and confirm which time you would like to attend on Monday 8^th February 2010 (afternoon or evening).

You can contact the organiser, Jacqui Wragg, by telephone on 01258 473038. Alternatively, please email her on c.o.acnd@btconnect.com.

Age Concern North Dorset, Office 4, The Exchange, Old Market Hill, Sturminster Newton , DT10 1FH

DORSET INTERNET SAFETY DAY 2010

Parents, carers and children are to take part in an event aimed at raising awareness about ways to protect children when they use computers.

Schools in Dorset have been invited to a day-long session which will include interactive internet safety presentations about "Cyberbullying".

Those who take part in the police-backed scheme will also learn how to create safe social networking sites.

The event will take place at Poole's Children's Centre next Saturday.

Chief Inspector Dave Cregg, from Dorset Police, who is one of the presenters, said: "Criminal activity in relation to the internet is a growing problem. I want to make parents aware of the potential risks attached to the internet and give them information they need to help safeguard their children."

The scheme, organised by Dorset's Safe School and Communities team, is supported by Bournemouth Borough Council, Borough of Poole and Dorset County Council.

Safeguarding children on line is increasingly becoming more high profile, you may have seen cases in the media of cyber bullying and grooming. If you would like to learn more about this topic, and how we can help children and young people to stay safe when using the internet, you might like to attend one of the public events on 6th February at Weymouth or 13th February at Poole. Follow the link below for full details.

Sienna, owned by chef Russell Brown, 43, also boasts three AA Rosettes and is listed in this year's Good Food Guide and Harden's Restaurant Guide.

Mr Brown runs the restaurant, which he opened in High West Street, Dorchester, in 2003 with his wife, Elena.

It is thought to be the first Dorset restaurant to be bestowed with the award for more than 20 years. "It is a great accolade," he said.

Approximately 6km of the A303, between Willoughby Hedge and Mere, is reaching the end of its effective life.

Extensive works are essential to repair and strengthen the road, repair drainage and install new safety barriers. The road will also be widened by ametre where possible, to assist with drainage and provide additional space for breakdowns and maintenance. The scheme will greatly enhance thecondition of all aspects of the existing road.

Schedule:- 4 weeks overnight closures, commencing 16 November ‘09 from 22:00 to 06:00 - traffic to be diverted

4 weeks 24/7 single lane closure on existing 3 lane section (possible overnight closures from 19:30 to 06:00), commencing 18 January ‘10

5 weeks 24/7 full closure - traffic to be diverted - commencing 15 February 2010