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Remember, only buy tickets from the venue’s box office, official promoter or agent, or a well-known and reputable ticket site.
Think you know how to spot a scam? Fraud is getting more sophisticated.In the past 6 months we have have very few ‘reported’ incidents of dogs attacking people here in Whittlesey & Villages.
Below is an article in today’s BBC News of what to do if you are attacked by a dog.
Dog attacks in England and Wales have increased in recent years and while they remain rare, fears have grown due to serious and fatal attacks, such as that on 68-year-old Esther Martin earlier this month.
So is there anything you could do to protect yourself if faced with an aggressive dog?
The first thing to note is that despite a significant rise in the number of dog attacks recorded by police in England and Wales in the past five years, it is still an extremely rare event.
Not all attacks are reported to the police, but the latest data shows that in 2022 there were nearly 22,000 cases of out-of-control dogs causing injury.
The estimated UK dog population is 11 million.
Deaths are even rarer. The government says 23 deaths have been caused by dog attacks since the start of 2021.
But if you were unfortunate enough to find yourself in such a situation, would there be any dos and don’ts?
“The worst thing you can do if you’ve got a dog that’s rushing towards you is to run away,” says animal behaviourist Rosie Bescoby.
“I know that’s difficult when it’s probably part of our flight instinct, but there’s a risk of falling over.”
The RSPCA also advises against running as it may encourage the dog to chase you, as well as screaming, which “can trigger a more predatory response”, Rosie says.
Crossing your arms against your chest will make it harder for a dog to bite onto them or your sleeves, she says, and giving them as much space as possible can avoid confrontation.
“It’s one of those situations where you want to try and get a barrier between the dog and the person as well,” she said. “So if you can, get something to ram between them and then get the person behind a closed door.”
If you are in the street or a park, a bench, a lamp post or a litter bin may serve as an adequate barrier, says the RSPCA. If cycling, you could use your bicycle.
Read the full article by Clicking Here
Cambridgeshire’s chief fire officer has announced his intention to retire.
Chris Strickland, who has held the position for the past eight years, will step down from the role in September.
Having joined Cambridgeshire in 2007, after serving 24 years with Hertfordshire Fire and Rescue Service, Chris arrived as assistant chief fire officer.
He was promoted to deputy chief before becoming chief fire officer in 2016 and will retire having served over 40 years in the fire service.
Read complete article from Cambs Fire Service Click Here
(Thanks to PD)
So far this month we have also visited:
We would like to remind you that it is illegal to park on double yellow lines and zig zag markings. Furthermore, there are signs around some of the schools stating that you should not park there during specific times.
We understand that finding parking in the areas around the school can be frustrating, but it is all done to keep everyone safe, especially the children.
Our patrols will continue, issuing tickets to any vehicles found to be parked dangerously.
Your local neighbourhood team is doing this work due to the concerns that you have raised to us. If there is something that you would like to make us aware of, you can do so by filling out our community survey.
RG Note : I agree with some other Councillors comments that it is time the Police Stopped giving words of advice and issue more tickets to those who park ‘illegally’.
Our lovely WTC project the QEII Jubilee Wood project is developing nicely.
Part I of Phase II just completed last month with replacement tree’s for the 3 that did not survive their first year. Plus another 25 or so from sponsors and WTC.
Now the Idiot(s) have arrived, riding some type of motorbike across and around the field.
Some 125 tree’s have now been planted by our helpful volunteer group, and in the spring it is hoped that ‘The Friends of Jubilee Wood’ will be formed.
Further enhancements are coming to this lovely peaceful area later this year.
(Motorbikes permitting).
 
