The lockdown has been a challenging time for the council and our local community. We appreciate the effort and commitment Bilborough residents have made in helping to slow the spread of the virus and save lives. We also understand the reduction in income loads of people are facing and the delays in processing benefit payments.
As local Councillors we have been ensuring the latest information is getting out and continuing to support Bilborough residents and supporting local volunteer initiatives. The Council, voluntary and community groups and mutual aid groups have been working hard to support those in need- picking up shopping, collecting prescriptions and delivering meals to our most vulnerable and isolated residents.
This community spirit shows what can be achieved when we work together, give up time to help others and develop support networks covering the area. It makes our communities stronger, and this is despite the unprecedented challenges facing each and everyone of us. Together we will get through these difficult times.
Finally we thank all those key and essential workers who have continued to turn up to work and keep vital services running during the crisis - NHS staff & careworkers, those who empty our bins and deliver our mail, serve in our shops and drive our buses & trains. All the volunteers & supporters who have delivered, driven & befriended. So many have contributed in a huge collective effort and we thank them all.Â
While we have reached a new phase in the lockdown, safety remains the priority. Keep looking out for the guidance we issue locally, take care and keep staying safe.
Cllr Phil Jackson, Cllr Rebecca Langton and Cllr Wendy Smith
Here's Gary, he is part of the team with Evolve CIC.
Gary and team have been providing food in our community supplying food parcels, cooked meals and providing safe and well checks and also picking up prescriptions.
Listen to Gary explain how Evolve CIC are supporting people that need help.
"Although it's a difficult time, it's also a really positive time"Â Â None of this work could happen without the support of the local community groups and volunteers! Everyone has come together and there are more people been getting involved wanting to help! AÂ massive thank you to you all!Â
A range of support is available for people in Nottingham – from asking good neighbours to pick up some essentials, all the way through to NHS Shielding Measures and Adult Social Care support.
If you are self-isolating, and have no other means of support, you can call the Council. We can deliver a food parcel to your door for a small charge – parcels are free for extremely vulnerable people in NHS Shielding Measures. Simply call the Council’s Customer Hub on 0115 915 5555. This line is open 9am-5pm Monday to Friday or you can complete the online form at www.nottinghamcity.gov.uk/coronavirus
Want to volunteer? If you would like to help your community by delivering food packages or providing phone support, please become a volunteer with Nottingham Community and Voluntary Service www.nottinghamcvs.co.uk/volunteering/want-to-volunteer
Want more than a food parcel? Our Meals at Home service provides single person and family food options as well as vegan and vegetarian meals – everything can be delivered frozen ready for you to cook at home or hot meals can be delivered too. If you have an elderly or vulnerable relative, ordering a regular delivery can help you to feel better, knowing a hot meal has been delivered to your loved one by our friendly team. Simply call 0115 876 1847 or visit www.nottinghamcity.gov.uk/mealsathome
The information below is available in alternative formats including plain text, British Sign Language and different language translations: www.nottinghamcity.gov.uk/coronavirus/translations
 Sign up to receive an email bin reminder and we will send you an email you at 6pm the evening before reminding you which bin to put out the next day.
nottinghamcity.gov.uk/binreminders
From keeping the kids entertained to keeping well, we've pulled together the best we can find to support you and your family during these strange times.
Made possible with help from teams within in the council and partners across the city, as well as national organisations, this library of resources will keep growing over the coming weeks and months.
https://www.nottinghamcity.gov.uk/stayinghome/
 Nottstopping Festival -Â 23rd-24th May 2020
A bank holiday weekend line up of incredible entertainment provided by Nottinghamshire's Creative Community. nottstoppingfestival.com/
 Councillors will no longer be holding face to face surgeries
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