Dr Nam Nguyen is a GP and the clinical lead for the NHS website.
In this short video from the YouTube NHS channel he shares information about coronavirus (COVID-19) symptoms, when you will need to stay at home and importantly, how long for.
Message from the Council Waste Services Department
The following announcement has been made by Newcastle City Council’s Waste Services Department:
In order to improve recycling levels, it is important to separate glass from other recyclable materials, and also to ensure that recycled waste is dry.
Ensure you have a caddy and working lid on your recycling bin
With this in mind, please ensure that your bin has a caddy and a working lid.
Replacement caddies and bin repairs are free and can be arranged by contacting Envirocall online at https://envirocall.newcastle.gov.uk/ or by telephone at 0191 278 7878
Residents are encouraged to put house numbers on their bins and caddies to aid identification
Don’t leave bins in back lanes
Residents are encouraged to bring bins in as soon as possible after collection to improve access in rear lanes and keep the area tidy
The bin collection calendar is distributed twice a year and is available to view at www.newcastle.gov.uk/bin
The above news story was issued by Newcastle City Council.It has been included here for information and does not necessarily represent the views of High West Jesmond Residents’ Association.
The next Annual general Meeting of High West Jesmond Residents Association (HWJRA) will be held at the Trinity Church on Gosforth High Street at 7pm on 8 April 2019 at 7pm.
All members are invited and anybody who is a resident of High West Jesmond* and wants to join the association is welcome to come along.
(* Please note that, for the purposes of the Residents Association, it is planned, at the AGM, to define High West Jesmond as the area bounded by Lodore Road to the west and Honister Avenue to the East. The area comprising Beatty Avenue, Sturdee Gardens, Keyes Gardens, Cromer Gardens, Hillcrest Gardens, Willowbank Gardens and Matthew Bank is covered by the Admirals Five Residents Association.
Not a member? Why not join HWJRA?
HWJRA is one of the most successful residents’ associations in Newcastle upon Tyne.
There are approximately 600 households in our area and, from that, we have approximately 180 members. This rates very highly compared to several other associations.
That said, we would still like more members. It costs nothing to join and is by far the easiest way for you to keep in touch with local news and events.
If you live in our area and would like to join the association then all you need to do is send an email with your name, postal address and email address to our membership secretary, Jeffrey Fox.
Would you like to join the Residents’ Association Committee?
HWJRA are looking for some new committee members to inject some fresh thinking and to ensure a better balance of representation of all ages from across our area.
Being on the committee does not involve a significant time commitment – around 6 meetings a year – and it’s a great way to get to know the people in the area and keep up to date with what is happening locally.
If you would be interested in joining the committee then please let our membership secretary, Jeffrey Fox know.
Newcastle University and Newcastle University Students’ Union have recently launched their Best Neighbour on Campus competion
The aim behind Newcastle University’s Best Neighbour On Campus competition is to recognise and celebrate the positive behaviour of many of the University’s students, living in Jesmond and other parts of the city.
Nominations could range from students who have gone above and beyond to volunteer and have made an active contribution to their neighbourhood, through to students who are simply considerate of those around them.
Nominations will be judged on a monthly basis, by a panel comprising representatives of Newcastle University and Newcastle University Students’ Union, as well as local councillors, Nick Brown MP, the Business & Communities Editor of the Journal – and a number of local residents.
From this process Newcastle University plans to promote good examples of neighbourly behaviour shown by the city’s students, which we hope others will follow.
Watch the video to find out more
Newcastle University has launched a short video – watch this short film to find out more.
Nominate your student neighbours
So, do you know a student household that’s made a real difference to your community – and if so, please nominate them by visiting www.ncl.ac.uk/community-living/.
On these new pages you will also find more information about Newcastle University’s support for residents (see below also).
The winning student household will receive up to £1,000 to help with living costs such as utility bills, food shopping and rent payments.
Students invited to be a good neighbour
Newcastle University has also information for students on its website with suggestions on how to be a good neighbour.
Newcastle University notes that the city has a diverse and interconnected community, which means people of all backgrounds and professions are your neighbours.
Although your university years are an exciting time, it’s important to think about the people living around you. Developing a respect for each other is a great step in having the best living situation in your community.
To be a good neighbour you could:
introduce yourself to your neighbours when you first move in
keep noise limited – be considerate of your neighbours and the noise they might hear
avoid bringing your car unless it is absolutely essential
if you have a car, try not to park outside your neighbours’ property
keep the areas of your property that are visible to neighbours clean
Newcastle University has a dedicated page of information for residents where the university notes that it understands that, at times, problems can arise between students and permanent local residents.
The university states that “We take concerns very seriously and are committed to resolving potential issues quickly through our formal complaints procedure. If a friendly word has not helped, and you are seeking advice or would like to make a complaint, use the following contacts.”
Noise
Contact Newcastle City Council (0191 278 7878).
Staff are available from 08:30 and 16:30 (Monday to Friday).
Calls received after this time are dealt with by a 24-hour Call Centre staffed by ‘Your Homes Newcastle’ and are sent to the relevant City Council team for investigation the next day.
Operation Oak
This is an emergency anti-social behaviour contact number: 07504 898 148.
It is available between 11:00pm and 4:30am on Friday and Saturday nights.
Please text this number rather than call, as the Police/Council Officers may be attending a different incident and may not be able to answer a call immediately. If you send a text they will respond at the earliest opportunity.
Rubbish
Contact Envirocall at Newcastle City Council for all environmental services, including street cleaning, rubbish and recycling and vandalism.
Visit the Envirocall website or call 0191 278 7878 and ask for Envirocall.
Antisocial behaviour or criminal damage
Call Northumbria Police on 101.
General noise, nuisance or other complaints
Newcastle University Student Progress Service – email casework@ncl.ac.uk.
Newcastle University and Newcastle University Students’ Union have recently launched their Best Neighbour on Campus competion
