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Crime Prevention During Festive Season

Please be aware of opportunistic criminals this festive season who will look to target houses and businesses for high value items, such as designer goods and jewellery. Criminals will look for easy entry points into dwellings and businesses, through insecure windows or unlocked doors, including cars. Please be mindful to take all precautions necessary to secure your property and don’t leave anything on show which would be easily accessible. Please report any suspicious behaviour to the Police as soon as possible.

圣诞节期间注意安全

请注意节日期间是偷窃事故的高峰期。贼人会把注意力放在一些可能有贵重物品的家庭和商店,比如名牌商品和珠宝。

没有关好的窗户或未上锁的门(包括汽车)是容易下手的机会,简单的防范措施包括:

  • 做好一切防范措施
  • 不要把贵重物品放在当眼处
  • 若发现任何可疑行为,请尽快报警。

也欢迎亲临斯旺西警民服务开放日在每个星期五,上午9点至中午12点,斯旺西大剧院一楼。

Problems in Winter (2nd) – Burst Pipe & Flood 

屋外的水管会因气温变化冻结和解冻而爆裂。建议用保温材料将室外的水管、水表设施缠绕裹紧,背阴处的供水设施应加厚绑扎。

如果水管爆裂,您可以采取以下步骤:

  • 如果您发现其中一根水管可能被冻结,请立即关闭在屋内的水龙头总开关和锅炉。它通常位于厨房水槽下方,但也可以在楼下的浴室、厨房橱柜、车库、地窖和楼梯下找到。

  • 然后打开其它的水龙头,尽快排空系统,如果可以的话,用水桶中接水,用于冲厕所和洗手。当水停止流动时,就把所有水龙头关上。

  • 用毛巾吸干流出的水以止损。

  • 致电给 WaterSafe 批准的水管工,他们是拥有资格帮您修理水管的单位,浏览官网寻找您家附近的水管公司 https://www.watersafe.org.uk/

  • 如果电器附近漏水,请勿触摸它们,到保险丝盒去切断电源。

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Problems in Winter (1st) – Carbon Monoxide 

人们接触一氧化碳的最重要来源是安装不良、故障或使用不当(包括通风不足)的烹饪或其他燃料燃烧器具。例如,家用锅炉安装不正确,以及在室内、帐篷内使用烧烤炉和便携式发电机。

由于一氧化碳减少输送到心脏或大脑的氧气量,所以对某些人群例如孕妇和小孩以及患有冠心病、心绞痛、哮喘或贫血的人来说就面临一氧化碳中毒的风险。

The UK Fraud Reporting Centre 

Different types offraud are now getting so bad that people are suspicious of every piece of information they receive. The government is now actually taking action to hit back at this cybercrime. They invested £ 30 million to help investigate these crimes. They announce that in the future if any elderly people received any calls about their retirement pension, it’s definitely a fraud because the government has put a ban on these calls.

Guidance on Powered Transporters

“Powered transporters” is a term used to cover a variety of novel and emerging personal transport devices which are powered by a motor, including e-scooters.

This information sheet aims to provide guidance to users and purchasers of these vehicles, as well as to help retailers, manufacturers, hirers, and importers to understand the law about their use.

Click to read in full.

Japanese knotweed
Beware of this plant because it is extremely invasive and causes huge problem for home owners that causing damage to the property and house value dropped by thousands of pounds.
Note :The article is written in Chinese.
Hay Fever
Hay fever is usually worse between late March and September, especially when it’s warm, humid, and windy. This is when the pollen count is at its highest.
What causes hay fever?
Hay fever is an allergic reaction to pollen, typically when it comes into contact with your mouth, nose, eyes, and throat. Pollen is a fine powder from plants. ( Click to read on )

A Change in Speed Limit – 20MPH 

From 17 September 2023, most 30mph speed limits in Wales, are changing to 20mph.

This will make Wales one of the world’s first countries to have a default 20mph limit where people live, to keep our communities safer and improve quality of life.

The speed limit is changing on residential and busy pedestrian streets to:

·make our streets safer, reducing the number of people killed or injured (as well as reducing the impact on the NHS)

·encourage more people to walk and cycle

·help to improve our health and well-being

·safeguard the environment for future generations

Get ready for 20

The evidence from around the world is very clear – reducing speed limits reduces collisions and saves lives.

When a pedestrian is hit by a vehicle travelling at 30mph they are around five times more likely to be killed than when hit by a vehicle travelling at 20mph.

Making streets safer

A recent public health study estimated that the 20mph default speed limit could result in:

·40% fewer collisions

·saving 6 to10 lives every year

·avoiding between 1200 and 2000 people being injured every year

This would save around £92m in prevention during the first year alone.

Encouraging walking and cycling

Most people in Wales support a lower speed limit where they live.

In a public opinion survey, 62%of people agreed they ‘wished everyone would slow down a bit on the roads’ and 55% agreed that ‘streets would be a lot nicer for pedestrians with a 20mph speed limit’.

Vehicle speeds are one of the main reasons why people do not walk orcycle or allow their children to walk or cycle to school.

Lower traffic speeds will encourage more walking and cycling.

Supporting 20

You can help create safer streets and healthier communities by driving at 20mph or below, on residential and busy streets.

GoSafe and the Police will continue to enforce 20mph, like any other speed limit, to make our roads safer for all users. They will also be helping to engage and educate motorists.

See street lights? Think 20

From 17September, when you see streetlights, you should assume that the speed limit is 20mph, unless signed otherwise.

These streets will generally be residential or busy pedestrian streets.

Not all streets will change to 20mph.

Your local council will consider which streets should remain at 30mph and where they do, there will be 30mph signs to tell you this.

You can find out more about exceptions to the new speed limit onGOV.WALES or your local council website.

Tackling Fuel Poverty in Wales Together

Warm Wales offers free advice and support to ensure people across Wales have warm and safe homes.

Their Healthy Homes Healthy People (HHHP) project aims to help to reduce energy bills, apply for schemes and support those affected mentally by fuel poverty.

A team of Community Workers offers a range of advice, support, and referral options tailored to the needs of the household. Healthy Homes, Healthy People is open to everyone, but some of the services we refer to have their own eligibility criteria. These criteria usually relate to whether someone is on a low income, on certain means-tested benefits and / or have health conditions. The Community Workers are extremely knowledgeable and discuss all criteria with individuals before making referrals.

From energy-saving advice to income maximisation support; call for more information or help:From energy-saving advice to income maximisation support; call for more information or help:

Call : 01656 747 622 / 01656 747623

Email : [email protected]

Website:https://www.warmwales.org.uk/about-warm-wales/

Or call CIWA for assistance: 01792 469919

Leave your car, get on your bike!
Healthier! Greener! And good for your pocket!!
You and your bicycle
 
Safety tips:
  • you have the right size and type of cycle for your comfort and safety
  • the lights and reflectors are kept clean and in good working order
  • the tyres are in good condition and inflated to the pressure shown on the tyre
  • the wheels spin freely
  • the gears are working correctly
  • the chain is properly adjusted and oiled
  • the saddle and handlebars are adjusted to the correct height.
  • you should fit a bell to your cycle.
You MUST
  • ensure your brakes are efficient
  • have white front and red rear lights lit when cycling at night
New Cyclist or have not ridden for a while
 
IF you are an inexperienced cyclist or have not ridden for a while, consider taking a cycle training course. Bikeability offers hourly on-site sessions for all ages and all abilities at a very reasonable price.
They also teach traffic signs and the rules of the road, planning routes, safe road positioning, and signaling (particularly at junctions), and basic cycle maintenance. For more information, see https://www.bikeabilitywales.org.uk/what-we-provide/

Stay Vigilant and Avoid Unreliable Brokers

People are easy targets when they are vulnerable and fall into a scam. With the steep rise of energy prices, struggling families and business are looking for cheaper supply, but unfortunately this is where problems start.  Unregulated energy brokers are leaving people and small business open to scams. In the past year, broker complaints made up 382 – or roughly 10 per cent – of the issues reported to the Energy Ombudsman from small firms.

A spokesman for the Ombudsman says: ‘Mis-selling is a major source of complaints, with firms saying they weren’t given the full facts on pricing by the broker.

‘Currently, brokers are unregulated and fall outside our remit as an ombudsman. This means we are unable to require a broker to take steps to put things right.’

To protect ourselves, we should only use reliable and trustworthy energy brokers or supplier. If you are not sure which one to use, you can ask CAB for advice. If you think you are scammed, report to the police straight away.

 

Swansea Citizen Advice CAB

Address : Second Floor, City Gates, 50a Wind Street, SWANSEA,SA1 1EE

Website : http://www.citizensadvicesnpt.org.uk/

Email : [email protected]

Contact number : 0808 278 7926

Contact Action Fraud’s specialists by calling 0300 123 2040

To find out more, you are welcome to contact CIWA!

Tackling Gambling

GamCare is a national provider of free information, advice and support for anyone affected by problem gambling.

Research suggests that only a tiny proportion of women affected by gambling-related harm are currently reaching out for support. GamCare is concerned that many people still think of gambling as a ‘male issue’, and that stigma and shame prevents women from coming forward.

GamCare will provide FREE training, resources and ongoing support to staff, volunteers and professionals in organisations across Wales to help them recognise and respond to signs of gambling-related harm so that more women are empowered to access treatment and support services.

If you would like to know more, please contact CIWA. All enquiries will be confidential.

Problems in Winter (1st) – Carbon Monoxide 

人们接触一氧化碳的最重要来源是安装不良、故障或使用不当(包括通风不足)的烹饪或其他燃料燃烧器具。例如,家用锅炉安装不正确,以及在室内、帐篷内使用烧烤炉和便携式发电机。

由于一氧化碳减少输送到心脏或大脑的氧气量,所以对某些人群例如孕妇和小孩以及患有冠心病、心绞痛、哮喘或贫血的人来说就面临一氧化碳中毒的风险。

The UK Fraud Reporting Centre 

Different types offraud are now getting so bad that people are suspicious of every piece of information they receive. The government is now actually taking action to hit back at this cybercrime. They invested £ 30 million to help investigate these crimes. They announce that in the future if any elderly people received any calls about their retirement pension, it’s definitely a fraud because the government has put a ban on these calls.

Guidance on Powered Transporters

“Powered transporters” is a term used to cover a variety of novel and emerging personal transport devices which are powered by a motor, including e-scooters.

This information sheet aims to provide guidance to users and purchasers of these vehicles, as well as to help retailers, manufacturers, hirers, and importers to understand the law about their use.

Click to read in full.

Japanese knotweed
Beware of this plant because it is extremely invasive and causes huge problem for home owners that causing damage to the property and house value dropped by thousands of pounds.
Note :The article is written in Chinese.
Hay Fever
Hay fever is usually worse between late March and September, especially when it’s warm, humid, and windy. This is when the pollen count is at its highest.
What causes hay fever?
Hay fever is an allergic reaction to pollen, typically when it comes into contact with your mouth, nose, eyes, and throat. Pollen is a fine powder from plants. ( Click to read on )

A Change in Speed Limit – 20MPH 

From 17 September 2023, most 30mph speed limits in Wales, are changing to 20mph.

This will make Wales one of the world’s first countries to have a default 20mph limit where people live, to keep our communities safer and improve quality of life.

The speed limit is changing on residential and busy pedestrian streets to:

·make our streets safer, reducing the number of people killed or injured (as well as reducing the impact on the NHS)

·encourage more people to walk and cycle

·help to improve our health and well-being

·safeguard the environment for future generations

Get ready for 20

The evidence from around the world is very clear – reducing speed limits reduces collisions and saves lives.

When a pedestrian is hit by a vehicle travelling at 30mph they are around five times more likely to be killed than when hit by a vehicle travelling at 20mph.

Making streets safer

A recent public health study estimated that the 20mph default speed limit could result in:

·40% fewer collisions

·saving 6 to10 lives every year

·avoiding between 1200 and 2000 people being injured every year

This would save around £92m in prevention during the first year alone.

Encouraging walking and cycling

Most people in Wales support a lower speed limit where they live.

In a public opinion survey, 62%of people agreed they ‘wished everyone would slow down a bit on the roads’ and 55% agreed that ‘streets would be a lot nicer for pedestrians with a 20mph speed limit’.

Vehicle speeds are one of the main reasons why people do not walk orcycle or allow their children to walk or cycle to school.

Lower traffic speeds will encourage more walking and cycling.

Supporting 20

You can help create safer streets and healthier communities by driving at 20mph or below, on residential and busy streets.

GoSafe and the Police will continue to enforce 20mph, like any other speed limit, to make our roads safer for all users. They will also be helping to engage and educate motorists.

See street lights? Think 20

From 17September, when you see streetlights, you should assume that the speed limit is 20mph, unless signed otherwise.

These streets will generally be residential or busy pedestrian streets.

Not all streets will change to 20mph.

Your local council will consider which streets should remain at 30mph and where they do, there will be 30mph signs to tell you this.

You can find out more about exceptions to the new speed limit onGOV.WALES or your local council website.

Tackling Fuel Poverty in Wales Together

Warm Wales offers free advice and support to ensure people across Wales have warm and safe homes.

Their Healthy Homes Healthy People (HHHP) project aims to help to reduce energy bills, apply for schemes and support those affected mentally by fuel poverty.

A team of Community Workers offers a range of advice, support, and referral options tailored to the needs of the household. Healthy Homes, Healthy People is open to everyone, but some of the services we refer to have their own eligibility criteria. These criteria usually relate to whether someone is on a low income, on certain means-tested benefits and / or have health conditions. The Community Workers are extremely knowledgeable and discuss all criteria with individuals before making referrals.

From energy-saving advice to income maximisation support; call for more information or help:From energy-saving advice to income maximisation support; call for more information or help:

Call : 01656 747 622 / 01656 747623

Email : [email protected]

Website:https://www.warmwales.org.uk/about-warm-wales/

Or call CIWA for assistance: 01792 469919

Leave your car, get on your bike!
Healthier! Greener! And good for your pocket!!
You and your bicycle
 
Safety tips:
  • you have the right size and type of cycle for your comfort and safety
  • the lights and reflectors are kept clean and in good working order
  • the tyres are in good condition and inflated to the pressure shown on the tyre
  • the wheels spin freely
  • the gears are working correctly
  • the chain is properly adjusted and oiled
  • the saddle and handlebars are adjusted to the correct height.
  • you should fit a bell to your cycle.
You MUST
  • ensure your brakes are efficient
  • have white front and red rear lights lit when cycling at night
New Cyclist or have not ridden for a while
 
IF you are an inexperienced cyclist or have not ridden for a while, consider taking a cycle training course. Bikeability offers hourly on-site sessions for all ages and all abilities at a very reasonable price.
They also teach traffic signs and the rules of the road, planning routes, safe road positioning, and signaling (particularly at junctions), and basic cycle maintenance. For more information, see https://www.bikeabilitywales.org.uk/what-we-provide/

Stay Vigilant and Avoid Unreliable Brokers

People are easy targets when they are vulnerable and fall into a scam. With the steep rise of energy prices, struggling families and business are looking for cheaper supply, but unfortunately this is where problems start.  Unregulated energy brokers are leaving people and small business open to scams. In the past year, broker complaints made up 382 – or roughly 10 per cent – of the issues reported to the Energy Ombudsman from small firms.

A spokesman for the Ombudsman says: ‘Mis-selling is a major source of complaints, with firms saying they weren’t given the full facts on pricing by the broker.

‘Currently, brokers are unregulated and fall outside our remit as an ombudsman. This means we are unable to require a broker to take steps to put things right.’

To protect ourselves, we should only use reliable and trustworthy energy brokers or supplier. If you are not sure which one to use, you can ask CAB for advice. If you think you are scammed, report to the police straight away.

 

Swansea Citizen Advice CAB

Address : Second Floor, City Gates, 50a Wind Street, SWANSEA,SA1 1EE

Website : http://www.citizensadvicesnpt.org.uk/

Email : [email protected]

Contact number : 0808 278 7926

Contact Action Fraud’s specialists by calling 0300 123 2040

To find out more, you are welcome to contact CIWA!

Tackling Gambling

GamCare is a national provider of free information, advice and support for anyone affected by problem gambling.

Research suggests that only a tiny proportion of women affected by gambling-related harm are currently reaching out for support. GamCare is concerned that many people still think of gambling as a ‘male issue’, and that stigma and shame prevents women from coming forward.

GamCare will provide FREE training, resources and ongoing support to staff, volunteers and professionals in organisations across Wales to help them recognise and respond to signs of gambling-related harm so that more women are empowered to access treatment and support services.

If you would like to know more, please contact CIWA. All enquiries will be confidential.

Problems in Winter (1st) – Carbon Monoxide 

人们接触一氧化碳的最重要来源是安装不良、故障或使用不当(包括通风不足)的烹饪或其他燃料燃烧器具。例如,家用锅炉安装不正确,以及在室内、帐篷内使用烧烤炉和便携式发电机。

由于一氧化碳减少输送到心脏或大脑的氧气量,所以对某些人群例如孕妇和小孩以及患有冠心病、心绞痛、哮喘或贫血的人来说就面临一氧化碳中毒的风险。

The UK Fraud Reporting Centre 

Different types offraud are now getting so bad that people are suspicious of every piece of information they receive. The government is now actually taking action to hit back at this cybercrime. They invested £ 30 million to help investigate these crimes. They announce that in the future if any elderly people received any calls about their retirement pension, it’s definitely a fraud because the government has put a ban on these calls.

Guidance on Powered Transporters

“Powered transporters” is a term used to cover a variety of novel and emerging personal transport devices which are powered by a motor, including e-scooters.

This information sheet aims to provide guidance to users and purchasers of these vehicles, as well as to help retailers, manufacturers, hirers, and importers to understand the law about their use.

Click to read in full.

Japanese knotweed
Beware of this plant because it is extremely invasive and causes huge problem for home owners that causing damage to the property and house value dropped by thousands of pounds.
Note :The article is written in Chinese.
Hay Fever
Hay fever is usually worse between late March and September, especially when it’s warm, humid, and windy. This is when the pollen count is at its highest.
What causes hay fever?
Hay fever is an allergic reaction to pollen, typically when it comes into contact with your mouth, nose, eyes, and throat. Pollen is a fine powder from plants. ( Click to read on )

A Change in Speed Limit – 20MPH 

From 17 September 2023, most 30mph speed limits in Wales, are changing to 20mph.

This will make Wales one of the world’s first countries to have a default 20mph limit where people live, to keep our communities safer and improve quality of life.

The speed limit is changing on residential and busy pedestrian streets to:

·make our streets safer, reducing the number of people killed or injured (as well as reducing the impact on the NHS)

·encourage more people to walk and cycle

·help to improve our health and well-being

·safeguard the environment for future generations

Get ready for 20

The evidence from around the world is very clear – reducing speed limits reduces collisions and saves lives.

When a pedestrian is hit by a vehicle travelling at 30mph they are around five times more likely to be killed than when hit by a vehicle travelling at 20mph.

Making streets safer

A recent public health study estimated that the 20mph default speed limit could result in:

·40% fewer collisions

·saving 6 to10 lives every year

·avoiding between 1200 and 2000 people being injured every year

This would save around £92m in prevention during the first year alone.

Encouraging walking and cycling

Most people in Wales support a lower speed limit where they live.

In a public opinion survey, 62%of people agreed they ‘wished everyone would slow down a bit on the roads’ and 55% agreed that ‘streets would be a lot nicer for pedestrians with a 20mph speed limit’.

Vehicle speeds are one of the main reasons why people do not walk orcycle or allow their children to walk or cycle to school.

Lower traffic speeds will encourage more walking and cycling.

Supporting 20

You can help create safer streets and healthier communities by driving at 20mph or below, on residential and busy streets.

GoSafe and the Police will continue to enforce 20mph, like any other speed limit, to make our roads safer for all users. They will also be helping to engage and educate motorists.

See street lights? Think 20

From 17September, when you see streetlights, you should assume that the speed limit is 20mph, unless signed otherwise.

These streets will generally be residential or busy pedestrian streets.

Not all streets will change to 20mph.

Your local council will consider which streets should remain at 30mph and where they do, there will be 30mph signs to tell you this.

You can find out more about exceptions to the new speed limit onGOV.WALES or your local council website.

Tackling Fuel Poverty in Wales Together

Warm Wales offers free advice and support to ensure people across Wales have warm and safe homes.

Their Healthy Homes Healthy People (HHHP) project aims to help to reduce energy bills, apply for schemes and support those affected mentally by fuel poverty.

A team of Community Workers offers a range of advice, support, and referral options tailored to the needs of the household. Healthy Homes, Healthy People is open to everyone, but some of the services we refer to have their own eligibility criteria. These criteria usually relate to whether someone is on a low income, on certain means-tested benefits and / or have health conditions. The Community Workers are extremely knowledgeable and discuss all criteria with individuals before making referrals.

From energy-saving advice to income maximisation support; call for more information or help:From energy-saving advice to income maximisation support; call for more information or help:

Call : 01656 747 622 / 01656 747623

Email : [email protected]

Website:https://www.warmwales.org.uk/about-warm-wales/

Or call CIWA for assistance: 01792 469919

Leave your car, get on your bike!
Healthier! Greener! And good for your pocket!!
You and your bicycle
 
Safety tips:
  • you have the right size and type of cycle for your comfort and safety
  • the lights and reflectors are kept clean and in good working order
  • the tyres are in good condition and inflated to the pressure shown on the tyre
  • the wheels spin freely
  • the gears are working correctly
  • the chain is properly adjusted and oiled
  • the saddle and handlebars are adjusted to the correct height.
  • you should fit a bell to your cycle.
You MUST
  • ensure your brakes are efficient
  • have white front and red rear lights lit when cycling at night
New Cyclist or have not ridden for a while
 
IF you are an inexperienced cyclist or have not ridden for a while, consider taking a cycle training course. Bikeability offers hourly on-site sessions for all ages and all abilities at a very reasonable price.
They also teach traffic signs and the rules of the road, planning routes, safe road positioning, and signaling (particularly at junctions), and basic cycle maintenance. For more information, see https://www.bikeabilitywales.org.uk/what-we-provide/

Stay Vigilant and Avoid Unreliable Brokers

People are easy targets when they are vulnerable and fall into a scam. With the steep rise of energy prices, struggling families and business are looking for cheaper supply, but unfortunately this is where problems start.  Unregulated energy brokers are leaving people and small business open to scams. In the past year, broker complaints made up 382 – or roughly 10 per cent – of the issues reported to the Energy Ombudsman from small firms.

A spokesman for the Ombudsman says: ‘Mis-selling is a major source of complaints, with firms saying they weren’t given the full facts on pricing by the broker.

‘Currently, brokers are unregulated and fall outside our remit as an ombudsman. This means we are unable to require a broker to take steps to put things right.’

To protect ourselves, we should only use reliable and trustworthy energy brokers or supplier. If you are not sure which one to use, you can ask CAB for advice. If you think you are scammed, report to the police straight away.

 

Swansea Citizen Advice CAB

Address : Second Floor, City Gates, 50a Wind Street, SWANSEA,SA1 1EE

Website : http://www.citizensadvicesnpt.org.uk/

Email : [email protected]

Contact number : 0808 278 7926

Contact Action Fraud’s specialists by calling 0300 123 2040

To find out more, you are welcome to contact CIWA!

Tackling Gambling

GamCare is a national provider of free information, advice and support for anyone affected by problem gambling.

Research suggests that only a tiny proportion of women affected by gambling-related harm are currently reaching out for support. GamCare is concerned that many people still think of gambling as a ‘male issue’, and that stigma and shame prevents women from coming forward.

GamCare will provide FREE training, resources and ongoing support to staff, volunteers and professionals in organisations across Wales to help them recognise and respond to signs of gambling-related harm so that more women are empowered to access treatment and support services.

If you would like to know more, please contact CIWA. All enquiries will be confidential.

From 17 September 2023, most 30mph speed limits in Wales, are changing to 20mph.

This will make Wales one of the world’s first countries to have a default 20mph limit where people live, to keep our communities safer and improve quality of life.

The speed limit is changing on residential and busy pedestrian streets to:

·make our streets safer, reducing the number of people killed or injured (as well as reducing the impact on the NHS)

·encourage more people to walk and cycle

·help to improve our health and well-being

·safeguard the environment for future generations

Get ready for 20

The evidence from around the world is very clear – reducing speed limits reduces collisions and saves lives.

When a pedestrian is hit by a vehicle travelling at 30mph they are around five times more likely to be killed than when hit by a vehicle travelling at 20mph.

Making streets safer

A recent public health study estimated that the 20mph default speed limit could result in:

·40% fewer collisions

·saving 6 to10 lives every year

·avoiding between 1200 and 2000 people being injured every year

This would save around £92m in prevention during the first year alone.

Encouraging walking and cycling

Most people in Wales support a lower speed limit where they live.

In a public opinion survey, 62%of people agreed they ‘wished everyone would slow down a bit on the roads’ and 55% agreed that ‘streets would be a lot nicer for pedestrians with a 20mph speed limit’.

Vehicle speeds are one of the main reasons why people do not walk orcycle or allow their children to walk or cycle to school.

Lower traffic speeds will encourage more walking and cycling.

Supporting 20

You can help create safer streets and healthier communities by driving at 20mph or below, on residential and busy streets.

GoSafe and the Police will continue to enforce 20mph, like any other speed limit, to make our roads safer for all users. They will also be helping to engage and educate motorists.

See street lights? Think 20

From 17September, when you see streetlights, you should assume that the speed limit is 20mph, unless signed otherwise.

These streets will generally be residential or busy pedestrian streets.

Not all streets will change to 20mph.

Your local council will consider which streets should remain at 30mph and where they do, there will be 30mph signs to tell you this.

You can find out more about exceptions to the new speed limit onGOV.WALES or your local council website.

Tackling Fuel Poverty in Wales Together

Warm Wales offers free advice and support to ensure people across Wales have warm and safe homes.

Their Healthy Homes Healthy People (HHHP) project aims to help to reduce energy bills, apply for schemes and support those affected mentally by fuel poverty.

A team of Community Workers offers a range of advice, support, and referral options tailored to the needs of the household. Healthy Homes, Healthy People is open to everyone, but some of the services we refer to have their own eligibility criteria. These criteria usually relate to whether someone is on a low income, on certain means-tested benefits and / or have health conditions. The Community Workers are extremely knowledgeable and discuss all criteria with individuals before making referrals.

From energy-saving advice to income maximisation support; call for more information or help:From energy-saving advice to income maximisation support; call for more information or help:

Call : 01656 747 622 / 01656 747623

Email : [email protected]

Website:https://www.warmwales.org.uk/about-warm-wales/

Or call CIWA for assistance: 01792 469919

Leave your car, get on your bike!
Healthier! Greener! And good for your pocket!!
You and your bicycle
 
Safety tips:
  • you have the right size and type of cycle for your comfort and safety
  • the lights and reflectors are kept clean and in good working order
  • the tyres are in good condition and inflated to the pressure shown on the tyre
  • the wheels spin freely
  • the gears are working correctly
  • the chain is properly adjusted and oiled
  • the saddle and handlebars are adjusted to the correct height.
  • you should fit a bell to your cycle.
You MUST
  • ensure your brakes are efficient
  • have white front and red rear lights lit when cycling at night
New Cyclist or have not ridden for a while
 
IF you are an inexperienced cyclist or have not ridden for a while, consider taking a cycle training course. Bikeability offers hourly on-site sessions for all ages and all abilities at a very reasonable price.
They also teach traffic signs and the rules of the road, planning routes, safe road positioning, and signaling (particularly at junctions), and basic cycle maintenance. For more information, see https://www.bikeabilitywales.org.uk/what-we-provide/

Stay Vigilant and Avoid Unreliable Brokers

People are easy targets when they are vulnerable and fall into a scam. With the steep rise of energy prices, struggling families and business are looking for cheaper supply, but unfortunately this is where problems start.  Unregulated energy brokers are leaving people and small business open to scams. In the past year, broker complaints made up 382 – or roughly 10 per cent – of the issues reported to the Energy Ombudsman from small firms.

A spokesman for the Ombudsman says: ‘Mis-selling is a major source of complaints, with firms saying they weren’t given the full facts on pricing by the broker.

‘Currently, brokers are unregulated and fall outside our remit as an ombudsman. This means we are unable to require a broker to take steps to put things right.’

To protect ourselves, we should only use reliable and trustworthy energy brokers or supplier. If you are not sure which one to use, you can ask CAB for advice. If you think you are scammed, report to the police straight away.

 

Swansea Citizen Advice CAB

Address : Second Floor, City Gates, 50a Wind Street, SWANSEA,SA1 1EE

Website : http://www.citizensadvicesnpt.org.uk/

Email : [email protected]

Contact number : 0808 278 7926

Contact Action Fraud’s specialists by calling 0300 123 2040

To find out more, you are welcome to contact CIWA!

GamCare is a national provider of free information, advice and support for anyone affected by problem gambling.

Research suggests that only a tiny proportion of women affected by gambling-related harm are currently reaching out for support. GamCare is concerned that many people still think of gambling as a ‘male issue’, and that stigma and shame prevents women from coming forward.

GamCare will provide FREE training, resources and ongoing support to staff, volunteers and professionals in organisations across Wales to help them recognise and respond to signs of gambling-related harm so that more women are empowered to access treatment and support services.

If you would like to know more, please contact CIWA. All enquiries will be confidential.

This service is currently sponsored by: