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The following is a local policing update for your neighbourhood

Fake Irish notes

Police are warning retailers to be vigilant after reports of fake Irish notes being used in stores across the county.

There have been a number of reports today (Wednesday 31 August 2016) of fake Irish £20 and £50 notes being handed over at stores in the North Norfolk, Kings Lynn and Great Yarmouth areas.

Retailers are being urged to be vigilant and to take crime prevention measures, such as using a UV light or a testing pen which will indicate whether a note is genuine.

Police issue warning about bogus callers

Police are urging residents to be vigilant following a number of suspected bogus caller incidents in recent weeks.

Officers have received reports of incidents in the Norwich, Blakeney, Great Yarmouth, Horning, Poringland and Costessey areas. In each case a man has knocked at the door claiming to be there to either read a gas or electricity meter, or to check the boiler.

Police are reminding householders to be vigilant when dealing with cold callers and offer the following advice:

·          Close and lock the back door before answering the front door.

·          Use a spy hole or window to look at the caller before answering the door.

·          If you do not recognise the caller, speak to them through the closed door.

·          If the caller is selling something or offering work on your home, tell them you are not interested and ask them to leave.

·          If they do not leave or you need assistance then call the police.

·          If the caller is valid still always ask for proof of identity. Phone the company or organisation the caller claims to be from while the caller waits outside.

·          Tell someone you trust about the uninvited callers to your home.

·          If necessary, report it to police with a description of the people involved and details of their vehicle if possible.

To report suspicious activity call Norfolk Constabulary on 101. In an emergency always dial 999

The following is a local policing update for the Rural Flegg Villages neighbourhood

Weekly crime summary 25 August 2016     

Norfolk Police are reminding residents of the importance of water safety as the current warm weather looks to continue over the bank holiday weekend.

We would urge people to be aware of the potential dangers of swimming in the sea or diving into rivers, lakes and reservoirs.

·         Beware of powerful tidal waters and always read and obey any safety signs.

·         Do not jump or dive into rivers. Quick entry into cold water can cause your body to go into shock. Low water temperature can numb limbs and claim lives.

·         You won’t be able to judge the depth of water just by looking and there could be submerged hazards such as weeds, rubbish or pollution.

·         There may be strong currents, which could pull you downstream or under the surface of the water.

·         Never go into water if you have been drinking alcohol.

·         Don’t assume because you can swim in a pool that you can deal with the challenges of open water swimming. Swim in safe areas, or where there is supervision and/or a lifeguard.

 Advice to motorbike and moped owners

We continue to see a number of mopeds and low cc motorbikes stolen across the neighbourhood, which are very appealing to thieves due to how easy they are to steal and pass on.  Frustratingly some of these have been bikes with very few security measures protecting them.  Even very basic security measures can deter the opportunist thief.

·         Never leave your keys with the motorbike or moped.

·         Try to use a designated motorcycle parking place with a stand and security loop. If you have a garage, fit strong locks and invest in a ground anchor.

·         Cover your machine if possible

·         Always put the steering lock on

·         If you have a security device, use it

·         Fit an industry approved electronic immobiliser – this may also help reduce your insurance costs

·         Register your vehicle at www.immobilise.com

 

We are also asking members of the public to be vigilant for suspicious activity around motorbikesand would urge anyone with information about the thefts, or who has been offered a bike for sale in suspicious circumstances, to get in touch with police on 101.

 Pilot launch to help residents in Gorleston access more police services

Norfolk Constabulary is working with Norfolk County Council’s Library and Information Service to test a new way of helping residents access more police services in libraries.

The six month trial will run from the end of September in Gorleston and will involve library staff signposting customers to police services, while also helping them complete online self-reporting forms, a function which will soon be available as part of the Constabulary’s new website.

Library staff will also be able to help customers with online enquiries about lost and found items; however members of the public will not be able to take these items to the library.

Members of the public who require an emergency response from Norfolk Constabulary should call 999 or dial 101 for less-urgent crime reporting or to speak to a specific officer or member of staff.

Police Connect

 Please note that due to the introduction of new software the Police Connect service has altered.

We will continue to provide a weekly update and overview for your area and will highlight any crime trends or issues that you need to be aware of.  Urgent crime updates or appeals for information will also be issued as necessary.

News, appeals and information can also be accessed 24 hours a day, 7 days a week atwww.norfolk.police.uk

 

Are there any particular type of exercise class you would like to see at the Community Centre?  Please let the Parish Clerk know;  clerk@martham.gov.uk  or telephone 749938

Following the resignation of Cllr Wendy Llewellyn the Parish Council has notified Great Yarmouth Borough Council that there is a vacancy.

The Borough Council will generate notices which will give members of the Parish the opportunity to request an election to fill the vacancy, these will be on all noticeboards.

If an election is called, the normal process will be followed with those putting themselves forward for nomination via Great Yarmouth Borough Council and a poll taken.

If no election is requested the vacancy will be advertised and those interested will apply to the Parish Council who will fill the vacancy by co-option.

If you  have any questions, or would like to discuss becoming a Councillor, please contact the Parish Clerk or any Councillor who will be pleased to discuss this with you.