Coronavirus
Coronavirus has significantly impacted the entire country this year. It has devastated friends, family and our community, the health of people we love and has decimated out economy.
Keep up to date with how Coronavirus is affecting Newbury and more than ever, stay safe.
Latest Announcements
Covid 19: Step 2 Restrictions in England
From 12th April 2021, England will follow Step 2 Guidance
Setting up a Neighbourhood Watch Scheme in your area
Locals are invited to take part in setting up a NHW scheme in your area
Booking Your Coronavirus Vaccination
Those over 64 years of age are now able to book online to receive their Covid-19 vaccination.
Vaccine Fraud
Be alert to Covid-19 vaccination fraud
Financial Support for Local Businesses
West Berkshire announces financial support for local businesses impacted by National Restrictions
National Lockdown - Stay At Home
A National Lockdown was put in place on 5th January
Local Support
Volunteer
If you wish to volunteer locally or you are seeking help in the community, please visit https://www.westberks.gov.uk/ or phone
01635 503579
To contact the Community Support Hub or for the Volunteer Centre go to www.volunteerwestberks.org.uk.
Support Groups
There have been many local support groups springing up in the town. If you are in need of help such as shopping for food, collecting prescriptions and so on, please contact the Community Support Hub who can direct you to your nearest group.
Meals on Wheels
For meals on Wheels with the Fairclose Centre, please telephone either 0163540488 or 0163541294, or email: hello@fairclosecentre.org.
Do your bit
Newbury Town Council encourage everyone who can to participate in a local support group. If there is no support group local to you, think about setting one up, even if only for your street. Make sure you register your group with the Community Support Hub so people will know how to find you.
Other News
MAYOR PRESENTS CIVIC AWARDS FOR 2020 & 2021
The Mayor of Newbury, Cllr Elizabeth O’Keeffe, met with the winners of the Newbury Town Civic Awards for 2020 and 2021 as one of her final mayoral engagements before the end of her term in office.
04 May 2021 | 3 mins
NOTICE OF POLL - CLAY HILL
The election of a Town Councillor for Clay Hill Ward to be held on Thursday 6th May 2021, between the hours of 7:00 am and 10:00 pm.
28 Apr 2021 | 2 min
NEWBURY IN BLOOM LAUNCH 2021 – ENTER NOW!
The ‘Newbury in Bloom 2021’ campaign is now underway, and you can start to plan your entry and register now!
20 Apr 2021 | 3 min