Bracknell Forest self-isolation payment scheme
Bracknell Forest residents, like others countrywide, must self-isolate if they test positive for COVID-19 or risk breaking a new law.
The new law came in to force on Monday 28 September.
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Update from council leader - 6 October
This week I would like to thank any resident who is self-isolating or has done so.
Black History Month
This October the UK celebrates Black History Month. The main aims of Black History Month are to celebrate the achievements and contributions of black people not just in the UK, but throughout the world.
Quit smoking with new council service
Bracknell Forest council is pleased to announce its new smoking cessation service ‘Smoke Free Life Berkshire’, that launched this week in line with the national Stoptober campaign.
Tesco fined £160,000 for out of date food
Tesco was convicted at Reading Magistrates’ Court on Friday 25 September 2020, after pleading guilty to having 46 food items on shelves at their store in Warfield, past their used by dates.
Update from council leader - 28 September
This winter will be one of the most challenging ones we have faced in recent years. We all have a responsibility to help protect the most vulnerable in our borough.
Eligible residents encouraged to get flu jab
This winter, Bracknell Forest Council is urging residents that are eligible to book their free flu jab.
Loved ones remembered through online Annual Memorial Service
Easthampstead Park Cemetery and Crematorium is giving families the opportunity to remember their loved ones through their Annual Memorial Service.
This year the service has been pre-recorded and is available online.
Over 3 tonnes collected at recycling day
Over 3 tonnes of electrical items and clothing were collected at this year’s recycling day on Saturday, 19 September.
Construction starts on new Bracknell youth centre
Construction of the new Braccan Walk Youth Centre has officially begun after the council handed over the site to its contractor, Beard Construction, on Monday, 14 September.