Buckland Newton Parish Council

in the heart of rural Dorset

Due to the impact of Coronavirus over 5.5 million people are claiming Universal Credit. Many of them are new to claiming Universal Credit having been negatively impacted by Coronavirus. The following is a link to the guide on their website and/or social media to help local people navigate claiming Universal Credit: https://www.jobcentrenearme.com/universal-credit/ Vaccinations: There is a FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions) sheet about vaccinations on the Cerne Abbas Surgery website.

Need help locally?

If you have to self-isolate and need assistance, please telephone any member of the Parish Council, who will put you in touch with the relevant voluntary groups in the village. Buckland Newton Parish Councillors are: Acting Chair: Mark Needham 01300 345293 Vice Chair: Roy Godwin 01300 345436 Councillors: Andy Foot 01300 345511 Chris Osmond 01300 345326 Lin Townsend 01300 345306 John Baker 01300 345386 Christina Manny 07876 567999 Mick Ames 01300 345497 Sheila Crouch sheilacrouchbnpc@gmail.com The Old Chapel Stores in Buckland Newton will take telephone orders for collection and/or arrange delivery. Telephone 01300 345 336.

Coronavirus Advice from Neighbourhood Watch

The Neighbourhood Watch organisation has issued some useful advice about protecting the isolated and vulnerable during the current outbreak. Click Coronavirus Advice from Neighbourhood Watch to read this.

Coronavirus - Support for Local Businesses in Dorset

Click Coronavirus - Support for Local Businesses in Dorset for more information from Dorset Council.

Covid-19 Information and Advice