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Happy half-term! Our customer service team is here to help with your questions and enquiries throughout the week. Love Basingstoke is hosting its Spooktacular Half-Term event in Basingstoke town centre from Wednesday to Friday, 11am to 3pm. Find out more: lovebasingstoke.co.uk/events…
A small child in a witch Halloween costume holding a Halloween pumpkin over their face. Basingstoke and Deane Borough Council logo. Text says: "Monday. Please get in touch, we're happy to help!"

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That’s a wrap for this week. Thanks for all your messages and have a fantastic weekend. Remember, the clocks go back on Sunday! ⏰
An analogue clock covered in autumn leaves pointing to two o’clock. Basingstoke and Deane Borough Council logo. Text says: "Friday. Have a great weekend.”

ALT An analogue clock covered in autumn leaves pointing to two o’clock. Basingstoke and Deane Borough Council logo. Text says: "Friday. Have a great weekend.”

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Respect others and keep the emphasis on treats not tricks this #Halloween – if nobody answers the door or a ‘no trick or treat’ sign is on display, be considerate and leave immediately. Not everyone enjoys Halloween.
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If you don’t want trick or treaters to call, you can download a poster by visiting: safernh.co.uk/wp-content/upl…
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Less scrolling, less searching, more knowing what's happening across the borough. It's one click to join our email newsletter. One sign-up gives you updates on sports facilities, ways to stay active, parks and play areas, local events, news and service updates.
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It's an easy way to stay connected with what's happening near you, with information arriving straight in your inbox when you need it. Sign up here: basingstoke.gov.uk/signup
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Happy Friday! 😊 We're here to help with any customer service questions, so get in touch if there's anything you need.
Seating benches at Eastrop Park by a pond. Basingstoke and Deane Borough Council logo. Text says: "Friday. Please get in touch, we're happy to help!"

ALT Seating benches at Eastrop Park by a pond. Basingstoke and Deane Borough Council logo. Text says: "Friday. Please get in touch, we're happy to help!"

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From community gardens to support groups, great local ideas often start small. Funding could help yours grow. If your community or voluntary organisation delivers services or activities to benefit residents, our Councillor Community Grant Scheme could give your project a boost.
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Each councillor has funding for grants from £250 to £2k. Councillors can combine funding, so projects may be eligible for up to £3k. You'll need to contact your ward councillor to discuss your idea and gain their support. Find out more and apply at: basingstoke.gov.uk/cllr-comm…
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If you're planning to go away, leaving your pet with a boarding service, make sure the provider is licensed. Check the ‘Paws on the Doors’ website to confirm operators are legally licensed and to see their star rating.
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👉 Find out more: basingstoke.gov.uk/boarding-… If you provide temporary pet care for payment (at home or elsewhere), you’ll need to speak to our licensing team. Dog walking services only do not require a licence.
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Need help with a council service? We're here to help - get in touch today! Missed bin? If your neighbours' bins were emptied but yours wasn't, report it online at basingstoke.gov.uk/missed-bi… The form confirms if we've been to your road and why your bin wasn't emptied.
Hands typing on a laptop keyboard. Basingstoke and Deane Borough Council logo. Text says: "Thursday. Please get in touch, we're happy to help!"

ALT Hands typing on a laptop keyboard. Basingstoke and Deane Borough Council logo. Text says: "Thursday. Please get in touch, we're happy to help!"

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Worried about your heating bills? Get tailored advice from our Green Team with a free home energy survey. Our trained advisors visit you in the comfort of your own home, giving you advice on where you can save money while still keeping your home warm in the winter.
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Visit basingstoke.gov.uk/home-ener… to book your free one-hour visit
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Good morning, please let us know how we can help. If you don’t already use your food waste caddy for all your uneaten food, now is a great time to start. Food waste is collected every week! Find out more at basingstoke.gov.uk/recycling
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ALT A close-up of jam biscuits shaped like hearts. Basingstoke and Deane Borough Council logo. Text says: "Wednesday. Please get in touch, we're happy to help!"

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Are you or is someone you know looking to improve balance and strength to avoid falls? We’ve teamed up with @HantsConnect to deliver new, low cost, pay-as-you-go Steady and Strong Classes. Classes are running at Popley Fields Community Centre, Oakridge Hall For All...
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... Basingstoke Aquadrome, Brookvale Village Hall and Tadley Health and Fitness Centre. Find out more and how to book by visiting: hants.gov.uk/socialcareandhe… Visit our website for more information on Steady and Strong and other wellbeing initiatives basingstoke.gov.uk/current-h…

Steady and Strong class locations and times

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An estimated seven million Halloween costumes are thrown away every year. Now that IS scary! It's adding to our plastic consumption without us even realising. Why not ditch the plastic this year and try these more sustainable costume alternatives:
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🎃 Use what you already have at home to make a costume 💀 Organise a costume swap with family and friends to bring last year's costumes back from the dead 👻 Visit local charity shops to find a costume instead of buying new
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Halloween and Bonfire Night are just around the corner, bringing plenty of seasonal fun for families and friends. To help keep our communities safe, our community safety patrol officers are working with residents, local businesses and partner organisations.
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They'll be visiting shops to offer advice on the responsible sale of items such as fireworks, flour and eggs and monitoring locations where bonfires have been built in previous years. Have fun, celebrate safely and remember to be considerate of others .
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