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The 7th Newsletter is attached, containing lots of information about plants for sale.
Please send any horticultural or environmental stories or news to add to future newsletters to Carol Miller doctorcarolmiller@gmail.com
“Recent Crimes over the last 10 days suggest that we have had an increase in robbery from the person. These crimes seem to take place in and around parks, Cannon Hill Park in particular. Offenders described are of different appearance. What can be seen is that there is generally more than one offender.
The victims have been teenagers who have been using bikes in the park.
If you are a parent or carer of a young person, make them aware that they need to be extra vigilant in parks whilst on their bikes. Bicycles can be some of the easiest vehicles for thieves and vandals to target.
Protect yourself from becoming a victim by following some simple steps:
•Please be vigilant and observant of persons around you, avoiding locations that are secluded, whilst cycling in the park. Do not leave your bike unattended.
•Get a good bike lock
•Lock your bike to something secure, even if only for a few minutes and avoid isolated places – leave your bike where a potential thief can be seen
•Lock up removable parts (e.g. wheels) and take light fittings with you
•Have your bike’s frame security-marked or engraved. Register it here.
•Take a clear colour photograph of your bike and make a written record of its description, including any unique features
•At home, keep your bike in a secure garage or shed and keep the door locked.”
This information is from Birmingham Open Spaces Forum:
“The Future Parks Accelerator (FPA) programme is a national scheme which Birmingham is part of – the programme seeks to embed the value of green spaces across our Council and communities.
The team has produced some engagement material to start a (virtual) community conversation on some of the ideas we want to test out – please see this link for more information.
This details our proposals and also has a link to an engagement survey. It also details how you can follow us on social media. We are also planning 10 virtual meetings for June and we will share registration details for these ASAP.”
Like so many other charities and along with its vendors, The Big Issue is struggling to survive.
You can find out here how you can continue to buy a copy either direct or from some supermarkets.
The update issued on Friday 22 May is attached. It covers a wide range of local and national information ranging from the proposal for a 20mph speed limit across the city to the tortoise collection at Birmingham Wildlife Conservation Park, all of whom are excellent examples of how to keep to speed limits.
