Scam Information

The National Fraud Intelligence Bureau (NFIB) is warning the public to be vigilant of scam calls that appear to be coming from numbers similar to their own. Commonly, the first seven digits (07nnnnn) match the victim’s own number.

The calls impersonate well-known government organisations, or law enforcement agencies, and will ask the recipient of the call to “press 1” in order to speak with an advisor, or police officer, about unpaid fines or police warrants.

In May 2021, Action Fraud received 2,110 scam call reports where the caller’s number matched the first seven digits of the victim’s own phone number. Of these, 1,426 (68%) referred to HMRC or National Insurance.

Victims have also reported receiving these types of calls, and messaging, via widely-used messaging apps, such as WhatsApp

What you need to do:

• Government and law enforcement agencies will not notify you about unpaid fines or outstanding police warrants by calling or texting you. Do not respond to any calls or texts you receive about these.
• Always take a moment to stop and think before parting with money or your personal information, it could prevent you from falling victim to fraud. Remember, it’s okay to reject, refuse or ignore any requests. Only criminals will try to rush or panic you.
• If you receive a suspicious text message, you can report it by forwarding the message to 7726. It’s free of charge.
• Suspicious telephone/mobile calls can be reported to Action Fraud via their website: http://www.actionfraud.police.uk/report-phishing

For more information about how to protect yoursefl online, visit http://www.cyberaware.gov.uk or http://takefive-stopfraud.org.uk/about/take-five/

Every report matters:
If you have been a victim of fraud or Cyber Crime, report it to http://www.actionfraud.police.uk/ or by calling 0300 1232040

Latest Guidance 12th July 2021

Where and when you can you get a walk-in Covid-19 jab in County Durham?

• Friday 30^th July, Kelloe Working Men’s Club, 2pm – 6pm

First & second doses of Pfizer and AZ

AUGUST

Wednesday 4^th August, Aldi Car Park, Horden, Peterlee, 2pm – 6pm

First & second doses of Pfizer and AZ

Tuesday 10^th August, Ferryhill Market Place, DL17 8JW, on June 15, from 12pm – 6pm

First & second doses of Pfizer and AZ

Monday 16^th August, Asda Car Park, Byron Place, South Terrace, Seaham, SR7 7HN, 12pm – 7pm

First & second doses of Pfizer and AZ (same second doses must be at least 8 weeks from first dose)

*More clinics will be added as the vaccination programme continues.

Thank You

The new Parish Clerk Lisa Blondrage has been appointed on 1st May 2019

The Parish Council has entered Northumbria in Bloom the last 2 years having taken a break for some year.  The Parish Council would like to encourage residents to participate in decisions about this competitions.  We would like to set up a Residents committee to help organize planting etc. Are you interested – if so please contact the clerk.  If you have experience of gardening please get in touch.  We would very much like to improve on our Bronze Award for 2017.

The Parish Council has agreed to fund replacement of several benches in the village, removed by the County Council. It is anticipated the order will be placed in May 2013 and installation completed ready for the Summer weather.

Our Parish Website was originally launched on 17 January 2011, it has since been updated and all minutes and agenda are available for the public to see.  If you have any problems accessing the information please contact the clerk to the Parish Council.  We are continuously adding information but if you have any suggestion please contact the clerk.