Hand Car Wash at The Vineyard Restaurant
We are delighted that the Planning Inspector has dismissed an appeal for a hand car wash in the car park of the former Vineyard restaurant. Read more about Hand Car Wash at The Vineyard Restaurant
Community
Crime Update – puppy and dog theft
Crime levels have been low during the Lockdown puppy and dog theft is also very high at the moment as the pandemic has led to an increase in pet ownership. Read more about Crime Update – puppy and dog theft
Handyperson
The Parish Council are considering employing a handyperson to undertake light physical duties which will be predominantly outdoors; routine maintenance and inspection under the direction and management of the Council. Read more about Handyperson
Fly-tipping – it needs to stop!
It is disappointing to see that there has been an increase in the amount of fly-tipping in the village. Read more about Fly-tipping – it needs to stop!
Coronavirus Support – don’t suffer in silence
All kinds of support is available if you need it and more locally. The BART churches and the Parish Councils in Birling, Addington, Ryarsh and Trottiscliffe have come together to offer community support – it’s a village network to give help to anyone who may need it. Read more about Coronavirus Support – don’t suffer in silence
Working from home/home schooling?
Do you suffer from poor broadband speeds? If you do we would love to hear from you. Read more about Working from home/home schooling?
Launch of the Help to Care app in Kent and Medway
The Design and Learning Centre has been working hard with our NHS partners to support the invaluable work done by carers and care workers through a free mobile app called Help to Care. Read more about Launch of the Help to Care app in Kent and Medway
Household Waste & Recycling Centres opening
KCC are reopening their Household Waste and Recycling Centres from Friday 15 May. Residents will need to book a slot. Read more about Household Waste & Recycling Centres opening
KCC & Medway Public Health: Mental health crisis support via text
A new text service has been launched across Kent and Medway for people of all ages needing mental health support. Read more about KCC & Medway Public Health: Mental health crisis support via text
BART Community Support
We are revising our scheme in BART to help people who may be self-isolating (having to stay at home because of the Coronavirus) or who may just need a helping hand. Read more about BART Community Support