The Public Toilets in Martham are still open. In order to save money Great Yarmouth Borough Council has fitted automatic locks – this means that the doors are closed, but you can get in from 8am to 8pm every day.
Police Safer Community Awards:
Norfolk Safer Community Awards (NOSCAs) 2016
Has your local police officer, member of police staff or community volunteer gone that extra mile for you?
Is there something they do for your community that you would like to acknowledge?
Norfolk Constabulary is asking you to show your appreciation by voting for them in our annual Norfolk Safer Community Awards (NOSCAs).
Now entering its ninth year, the NOSCAs offer people the opportunity to support the continued efforts of their local community and Norfolk Constabulary in keeping the county a safe place to live, work and visit.
Chief Constable Simon Bailey said he believed the NOSCAs helped to highlight excellence from police officers, staff and members of the community.
He said: “I am always delighted to recognise people who go that extra mile. I would urge you all to nominate and vote for those people from your local community who you believe through their actions and words have made a difference to the area in which we all live and work.”
Three new categories have been added this year including; the Police Cadet of the Year Award, the Outstanding Leadership Award and the Hannah Witheridge Special Recognition Award.
Chief Constable Bailey said: “It is very pleasing that we have introduced three new categories this year, particularly the Hannah Witheridge Special Recognition Award. This award recognises the compassion, time and commitment shown by dedicated Family Liaison Officers who assist families through traumatic times.”
Local communities will also get the opportunity to vote to award individuals who make an exceptional contribution to their neighbourhood, while the Chief Constable will be choosing recipients for the Special Recognition Award and acknowledging officers and staff with Bravery Awards, which recognise outstanding courage in the line of duty.
Followers of Norfolk Constabulary’s Facebook page will once again be asked to vote for the Police Dog of the Year –
https://www.facebook.com/norfolkpolice/photos/?tab=album&album_id=10153849929458090
As before, readers of the Eastern Daily Press will be invited to highlight exceptional service by choosing the Community Police Officers of the Year from a selection of officers nominated by district commanders. Voting forms will be available in the paper and online shortly.
The three other categories members of the public can nominate someone for are; the John (Cecil) Mason Volunteer of the Year, Young Citizen(s) of the Year and Community Citizen(s) of the Year.
Norfolk Safer Community Awards are funded by sponsorship from commercial and community partners.
Our 2016 sponsors are:
Eastern Daily Press
Office of the Police & Crime Commissioner for Norfolk
Reed Global
Shell UK Exploration and Production
City College Norwich
Dardan Security
Capita
East of England Co-operative
Norfolk Chamber of Commerce
Royal Canin
Holiday Inn
KPM
Reading Room
Voting closes in two week’s time on the 29 July 2016.
The winners and runners-up will be invited to a special awards evening taking place at Holiday Inn, Cromer Road, Norwich on Thursday 6 October 2016.
Full information about the awards and entry criteria is available on the NOSCAs website along with online nomination forms for all categories http://www.noscas.co.uk/
2016 Categories are:
1 Student Officer of the Year
2 The John (Cecil) Mason Volunteer of the Year
3 Special Constabulary Officer of the Year
4 Police Cadet of the Year
5 Police Staff Member of the Year
6 Young Citizen(s) of the Year
7 Investigator of the Year
8 Problem Solver of the Year
9 Outstanding Leadership Award
10 Community Citizen(s) of the Year
11 *The Chief Constable’s Special Recognition Award
12 *The Hannah Witheridge Special Recognition Award
13 *The Bravery Award
14a**Community Officer of the Year – Police Officer
14b**Community Officer of the Year – Police Community Support Officer (PCSO)
16 ***Police Dog of the Year
17 Outstanding Team of the Year
18 Safer Neighbourhood Team of the Year
*Chosen by the Chief Constable
**Chosen by EDP readers only
***Chosen by Norfolk Constabulary Facebook users
Policing update:
Weekly crime summary 12 July 2016
We are continuing to see a trend of walk-in burglaries in the Great Yarmouth area. Police are keen to remind householders to make sure all doors and windows are locked overnight and when you go out. Remember to always Close it, Lock it and Check it and make sure your home is secure.
Please could you also share this message with your friends, family and neighbours to make sure that they don’t fall victim to this distressing crime.
We would urge you to remain vigilant to unusual activity around your property and those of your neighbours and if you see anything suspicious contact Norfolk Constabulary on 101 or dial 999 if you believe a crime is actually in progress.
Police appeal for information following two walk-in burglaries
Detectives are appealing for witnesses following a walk-in burglary in Gorleston at the weekend.
The incident happened on Saturday 9 July between 3am and 6.30am when suspect(s) entered a property on Crab Lane through an insecure back door and stole a handbag from the kitchen. The bag contained a Radley purse, small amount of change, banks cards and keys.
Police would like to hear from anyone who may have seen anything suspicious in the area between the times stated.
Anyone with information should contact Det Con Laura Webb at Great Yarmouth CID on 101 or call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
The second incident happened in Almond Close between 3am and 6am on Saturday 9 July when suspect(s) entered a property via an insecure patio door before stealing cigarettes, a purse and a car key. The purse was dumped nearby with cards and cash missing.
Officers believe the incident could be linked to the burglary in Crab Lane and are keen to hear from anyone who may have witnessed suspicious activity in the area.
Anyone with information regarding this incident should contact Det Con Gill Dawson at Great Yarmouth CID on 101 or call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
ALLOTMENTS AVAILABLE:
If you would like an allotment at the Cess Road Allotment Site there are still a few vacant – please contact the Parish Clerk on 01493 749938.
Current consultations from Great Yarmouth Borough Council;
Great Yarmouth Borough Council currently have two surveys active seeking views on:
The Council Tax Reduction Scheme and also
Private Rented Sector Landlord and Tenant
They are both available here;
Policing Update:
The following is a local policing update for the Rural Flegg Villages neighbourhood
Weekly crime summary 5 July 2016
As we continue to enjoy the warmer summer months please don’t forget the importance of maintaining good home security. Always Close it, Lock it and Check it, even if you’re just going out to spend some time in your garden.
Also, don’t hand burglars the keys to your home. Most opportunistic thieves are looking for an easy target and leaving keys hidden somewhere around your property should be avoided as thieves know all of the commonly used hiding places.
Key safes are becoming an increasingly popular way of storing a spare key to allow visitors or health professionals access to property. The use of a code means you have greater control over who has access to your house keys.
Please make sure you consider the security of your key safe. They need to be fitted out of sight, be in good working order and you should never leave the access code where it could be found by an unauthorised person.
Appeal following a burglary in Gorleston
Detectives in Great Yarmouth are appealing for witnesses following a burglary in Gorleston on Thursday 30 June 2016.
The incident happened on Victoria Road at approximately 1.30am. The suspect has entered the property and made a quick search.
The occupant has then realised someone was in their property and challenged the individual.
They have made a quick exit stealing a red Radley purse containing cash and cards from the property.
Police are keen to hear from anyone with information concerning the incident or may have seen anyone acting suspiciously in the area during the crime times.
Witnesses should contact Det Con Richard Wallis from Great Yarmouth CID on 101 or contact independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111.