Banffshire Community Planning

Community Information for Banffshire - Community Planning Partners respond to the aspirations and needs of the people and communities in Banff & Buchan.

[NHS Grampian @NHSGrampian]

(THREAD 2/2) All other Aberdeenshire centres - Stonehaven, Macduff, Banchory, Peterhead, Fraserburgh, and Huntly - are open for walk-in boosters.

If you would prefer to book an appointment, please do so at https://t.co/cmzcnZn3Ct or by calling 0800 030 8013.

[Aberdeenshire Council @Aberdeenshire]

There was a Covid briefing today. You can watch what the First Minister said at the link below, with a focus on urging a re-think on Christmas parties, getting vaccinated and boosted asap, and on testing for people without symptoms. #staysafe #omicron #COVID19

[Scottish and Southern Electricity Networks @ssencommunity]

Following the extensive impact of Storm Arwen which caused significant damage to the electricity network in the north of Scotland, we are offering enhanced support to our customers and communities affected by the disruption.

To read more on this, click: https://t.co/D3Lu2NOkit

[NHS Grampian @NHSGrampian]

If you or someone you know needs help with day-to-day living because of a serious or complex illness or disability, you may be eligible for NHS funded social care. Call 0800 011 3200. #RightCareRightPlace https://t.co/Erj9MkhYVr

[Aberdeenshire HSCP @HSCPshire]

3 #Aberdeenshire Vaccination Clinics are offering drop-in booster and flu jabs this weekend!
Banchory 11 Dec, 9am - 5pm
Peterhead 11&12 Dec 08.30am - 5.30pm
Inverurie 11&12 Dec 10am - 4pm
@NHSGrampian @Aberdeenshire

[Aberdeenshire VAWG Partnership @AberdeenshireV1]

Day15 #16DaysofActivism2021. As we come to the end of the 16 days, sharing a video clip of @LeighLjolly, chair of our VAWP sharing some of her thoughts and experiences on violence against women and gender inequality in this clip. https://t.co/8oXd2cimyK

[Citizens Advice Scotland @CitAdviceScot]

Electric heating sometimes comes with a complex meter and the different rates can be tricky to understand. Trained advisers at your local CAB offer free and confidential advice
Visit https://t.co/yUEZDljMSp
#BESW

[Vale Community FC @valecommunityfc]

COMMUNITY HUB SUPPORT
We are on the lookout for any business who would be keen to sponsor a midi van in support of our Community Hub to allow deliveries and pickups. We are seeing unprecedented support required from families in our community. SC050709 🙏

[Active Schools & CSH Aberdeenshire @ASAberdeenshire]

Its still not to late to sign up to this years virtual run - Run up to Christmas 🌲☃️

Thanks to everyone who has signed up so far!

To sign up and help contribute to the total distance, sign up at the link below!

Sign up link -> https://t.co/UhCP6KGeoy

[Aberdeenshire Council @Aberdeenshire]

We are keeping welfare facilities open tomorrow, just in case anyone needs them. You can find out where they are on our website: https://t.co/MzrGi67EhH And don't forget the Powertrack website to keep an eye on the small handful of outstanding SSEN faults https://t.co/CUCbNsOwjT

[AberdeenshireEconDev @EconDevAbshire]

🎗️ Reminder - #community groups, #charities & #SocialEnterprises in #Aberdeenshire that support or encourage active or #SustainableTravel may be eligible for the 'Community Sustainable Travel Grant' via @Nestrans

🚴‍♂️ https://t.co/5edEJEAK8f

[AberdeenshireEconDev @EconDevAbshire]

ℹ️ Some welcome & necessary #FinancialSupport for our vital #Aberdeenshire based #Fishing & #FishProcessing industry & also some of the essential #local #Ports & #Harbours that service them via the #MarineFundScotland has been announced 🐟

📰 https://t.co/dQrwfUX411

[Scottish Fire and Rescue Service – Your Safety @SFRSYourSafety]

Get all our key winter safety tips in our new poster.
Download your copy here: https://t.co/BNMxy4wo7S
From candles to fairy lights, Christmas trees to smoke alarms, you’ll find a series of essential tips to keep everyone safe this winter!

[Aberdeenshire Council @Aberdeenshire]

SSEN have just added another hot food location - One Pot Shop (which sits in the lay-by near the Banff Springs Hotel). Open now and will offer hot food until 3pm today for anyone off supply.

[Aberdeenshire Council @Aberdeenshire]

If you need any welfare support - call us from 08:45 on 0808 196 3384
Check our FB page for a full list of Welfare Centres https://t.co/kCLjGKQXli

[Banffshire Community Planning @BanffMacduffCP]

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[Aberdeenshire Council @Aberdeenshire]

Storm Arwen/Barra: For the latest information on welfare arrangements across Aberdeenshire and key contact information, please click the link below.

https://t.co/ShQpuIXWrk

[Banffshire Community Planning @BanffMacduffCP]

Our Community Testing continues this week. This is a mobile testing programme for people who do not have COVID-19 symptoms. You can also collect tests to use at home later.
You can view the schedule each week via this link
https://t.co/E9UvalvpCr

[Aberdeenshire Council @Aberdeenshire]

So great to hear that SSEN have completed all of their fault repairs. ‼️ This means they have got to the end of the list of faults that they know about. If you or anyone you know of remains without power it is essential you contact SSEN as a matter of urgency. Call 105 right away

[Aberdeenshire Council @Aberdeenshire]

@aberdeenshire chief exec Jim Savege reflects on what has been a massively tough week for families and communities

‘We've witnessed a truly amazing effort of support from communities, energy providers, partners, council teams and emergency services'

https://t.co/gWLNyIUeuz