Briefly . . .
Forest Neighbourhood Council (FNC)
represents the views of residents by acting as a channel for consultation with the County and District Councils and other community bodies
COVID-19 VIRUS
VACCINATIONS ARE OUR WAY OUT OF THE PANDEMIC
It's important that those aged 18-29 are vaccinated. Take-up is lower in this age group than others.
Book a vaccination appointment with your surgery.
HELP AND INFORMATION PAGE
NEW! Adults in West Sussex who have to leave home for work or caring responsibilities can now book a symptom-free Covid-19 test.
This may include those that cannot work from home, or those that need to leave home to volunteer or provide care to others.
If you have already been vaccinated, you should still book a test as it’s possible to still carry and spread the virus.
Testing takes around 10 minutes and advance booking means no waiting and a result within 30 minutes.
Support and advice for young people and parents throughout August
# Wellbeing Centre drop-ins for young people and parents
# Supporting your child’s mental health over the summer
# Youth Work Sessions in Horsham
# ‘Talking Tents’
Public Realm Strategy & Design
Horsham District Council hopes to secure government funding to help boost key areas in the town such as the Carfax, Causeway and Albion Way.
Notes from Council meeting in July 2021
BENNETTS FIELD
There are some additional posts preventing vehicle entry but FNC is attempting to arrange for the field to be further secured.
SPEEDWATCH
This initiative is continuing but new volunteers are needed for St. Leonard’s Road. If you would like to be trained, please contact us through our email address: fnchorsham@sky.com
THE LOCAL PLAN
It is understood that Regulation 19 of The Local Plan is to be discussed at HDC on 27th July 2021.
Forest Neighbourhood Councillors are pleased to learn that Rookwood is no longer in The Local Plan, but we are keen to be involved in the 2-year consultation as to its future use.
Next Council Meeting
Monday 16th August 2021 at 7.30 pm
Until otherwise advised, future meetings will be taking place using Zoom video communication system. If you have any queries or concerns, please contact us by mail or email. We have every intention of carrying out our roles as much as possible!
IMPORTANT: Members of the public are welcomed at Forest Neighbourhood Council meetings usually held on the third Monday of each month (but usually the second Monday in December) in the Salvation Army Hall, Booth Way. However, due to the restrictions caused by the Covid-19 virus, we are using Zoom. If you would like to join a meeting as a member of public, please contact The Clerk for an invitation. Email: fnchorsham@sky.com
MINUTES OF MEETINGS
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Forest Neighbourhood Council Membership
Vacancies
We have councillor vacancies and will welcome enquiries about the councillor role from residents within the Forest Neighbourhood.
Whilst we are a non-statutory council, we are a voice for local matters and liaise with Horsham District Council.