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Remembrance Day – St Matthews

There will be a Remembrance Day ceremony at the St Matthews Church War Memorial on Saturday 11th November 2023 – meeting at 10:45 hrs for 11:00 hrs

Twigworth War Memorial at St Matthews

The Reverend Joe Knight (Seven Tower Benfice) will be leading the service of remembrance, supported by the Vice Chairman of the Gloucester Branch of the Royal British Legion plus other RBL members, together with the Chairman and other members of the Twigworth Parish Council.

There will also be an ex Military Bugler in attendance to play the Last Post, which will be followed by two minutes silence, then finally, the Reveillie

All member of the public and military are welcome to attend

Flood alert!

Flooding is possible in this area.

Monitor local water levels and weather conditions. Avoid using low lying footpaths or entering areas prone to flooding. Start acting on your flood plan if you have one.

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New funding to support those in need

Tewkesbury Borough Council’s Household Support Fund provides crucial aid and essential supplies to those in

Tewkesbury Borough Council’s Household Support Fund provides crucial aid and essential supplies to those in need.

The fund provides financial support to a range of local organisations with the capacity to offer direct assistance to residents. These organisations can help in the form of food, fuel, household essentials, or a combination of all three.

Tewkesbury Borough Council’s Lead Member for Community, Councillor Cate Cody, said “The Household Support Fund was created to address the pressing needs of our community and offer a lifeline to those who need a helping hand the most.

“Access to necessities can make a world of difference to vulnerable households, and our goal is to ensure that no one goes without food, fuel and other essential supplies.”

For a full list of the organisations that have received funding from the borough council, including contact details to access available support, visit Household support fund – Tewkesbury Borough Council.

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