More Northumberland schools get ready to re-open
Northumberland County Council is working with head teachers in schools across the county to support them in the implementation of safety measures based on their risk assessments, in line with Government guidance. Pupils in Year 6, Year 1 and Reception will be welcomed back once safety measures are in place. It is expected that in the week beginning 1 June 86 schools are planning to be open for some or all of the identified year groups, with the remaining 60 schools planning to open by 15 June.
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Applications open today for new grant fund for Northumberland small businesses
This new Northumberland grant fund is aimed at small businesses which have not been eligible previously for the Small Business Grant Fund or the Retail, Leisure and Hospitality Fund, and applications open today online.
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Groups of up to six from different households can exercise outside under new rules
There have been many recent changes regarding the lockdown rules so here is the updated public guidance for the return of outdoor sport and recreation. Groups of up to six people from different households will be able to exercise outside as long as they remain at least two metres apart. Gatherings of more than six people from different households are still not permitted.
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New speed indicator signs installed
Three more vehicle-activated speed signs have been installed in Cramlington, this time at Northburn Edge and Horton Drive. The electronic signs inform drivers of the speed they are doing along the stretches of road that have 20mph limits.
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New rules allow Cramlington Bowling Club members to return to the green
Cramlington Bowling Club has resumed play having adapted their rules to adhere to new restrictions in place due to the coronavirus pandemic and because staff from Cramlington Town Council’s Partnership Team have been maintaining their normal cutting routine throughout.
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