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Milton Keynes City Council

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 Milton Keynes, England
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Our gritting crews will be out this evening from 8pm, gritting grid roads, bus routes and main roads, as surface temperatures are set to drop below zero degrees overnight. Do stay safe if you’re travelling overnight or early.
We'll be out gritting main roads this evening from 8pm

ALT We'll be out gritting main roads this evening from 8pm

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We’ve brought 150 people into safe accommodation with wraparound support in the last year, and we have enough space available. If you have a concern about someone especially as the weather gets colder, please let us know direct or through StreetLink. thestreetlink.org.uk/
Worried about someone sleeping rough? Our outreach team are out 365 days a year offering help. Speak to them of let us know your concerns through StreetLink. The team never gives up on anyone.

ALT Worried about someone sleeping rough? Our outreach team are out 365 days a year offering help. Speak to them of let us know your concerns through StreetLink. The team never gives up on anyone.

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Our gritters will be out this evening from 7pm, gritting grid roads, bus routes and main roads, as surface temperatures are set to drop below zero degrees overnight. We monitor the forecast every day, and we’ve already topped up grit bins in communities in case extra is needed.
We'll be out gritting main roads this evening from 7pm

ALT We'll be out gritting main roads this evening from 7pm

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Becoming a foster carer is a big but rewarding decision. Our foster carers receive great training and support, and competitive rates of pay. Find out more and hear from existing carers at mkcounciljobs.org.uk/foster
Every child should experience a safe and loving home. Could it be yours? Fostering is rewarding and we offer competitive pay and support.

ALT Every child should experience a safe and loving home. Could it be yours? Fostering is rewarding and we offer competitive pay and support.

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We're giving community groups and organisations a £100,000 boost to help them put on more warm spaces, community cafés, social groups and other help for local people, so everyone can stay connected and feel supported when they need it most. More here: milton-keynes.gov.uk/warm-sp…
£100,000 boost for warm spaces and community cafes

ALT £100,000 boost for warm spaces and community cafes

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Our crews were out today cleaning drain gullies in West Bletchley, part of our preparation for winter weather. We’ve cleared 26,000 gullies this year and the work continues.
We've cleaned out 26,000 drain gullies this year. Today we were in West Bletchley.

ALT We've cleaned out 26,000 drain gullies this year. Today we were in West Bletchley.

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NHS walk-in clinics are available for adults and children in Milton Keynes that have missed out on vaccinations. There’s no need to book and no cost.
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This Youth Work Week, we've been celebrating some of the wonderful organisations helping young people across Milton Keynes to thrive. UDOIT Dance Foundation uses dance, creativity and mentoring to help build confidence and learn new skills. Read more: milton-keynes.gov.uk/YPSafeP…
Spotlight on: UDOIT Dance Foundation. Empowering young people through street dance, mentoring and creative opportunities

ALT Spotlight on: UDOIT Dance Foundation. Empowering young people through street dance, mentoring and creative opportunities

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We’re investing an extra £202,000 in local sports and community facilities, using money we’ve secured from developers as the city grows, from floodlights at Sports Central to a new fitness space at Middleton Pool. More here: milton-keynes.gov.uk/boost-l…
Boost for local sports and community facilities

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We've been working with local schools to provide practical essentials to families in need such as winter coats and shoes, food, and equipment to help children study. Read more: milton-keynes.gov.uk/helping…
We've helped 31 schools across the city deliver essentials to struggling families.

ALT We've helped 31 schools across the city deliver essentials to struggling families.

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Today we're highlighting Lets Kick It, who run football classes and events for young people across the city. They're a regular part of our Holiday Fun and Food programme and also offer 1 to 1 support for children in schools. Find out more: letskickitedandsport.com
Spotlight on: Lets Kick It. A well loved football and sports coaching company which offers day camps, classes and alternative education.

ALT Spotlight on: Lets Kick It. A well loved football and sports coaching company which offers day camps, classes and alternative education.

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We’ve got around 56,000 streetlights in Milton Keynes and our crews are out and about making repairs and adjustments all the time, including on Silbury Boulevard today where water had got into this light. Thanks for taking extra care when driving near working crews.
Making sure streetlights are working as they should

ALT Making sure streetlights are working as they should

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We're investing more than £3 million in flood prevention schemes in Lavendon and Woughton to help better protect hundreds of homes from flooding. Read more: milton-keynes.gov.uk/major-f…
We're investing £3 million in major flood protection schemes

ALT We're investing £3 million in major flood protection schemes

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Want to learn more about adoption? Hear from local families and meet our dedicated adoption team. Click here to register for this free event: tinyurl.com/jcw6zyfe
Discover Adoption information session. Thursday 19 November, 3pm - 4:30pm at Central Bedfordshire Council offices.

ALT Discover Adoption information session. Thursday 19 November, 3pm - 4:30pm at Central Bedfordshire Council offices.

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It's Youth Work Week and we're recognising some of the incredible local organisations we work with. The Woad Farm Project uses outdoor learning and practical activities to help young people build confidence, learn new skills and improve their wellbeing. thewoadfarmproject.org.uk/
Spotlight on: Woad Farm Project A not-for-profit care farm offering therapeutic, animal and nature based support for young people in the local area.

ALT Spotlight on: Woad Farm Project A not-for-profit care farm offering therapeutic, animal and nature based support for young people in the local area.

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As part of Youth Work Week, we're highlighting local charity 5 On It Foundation. They deliver free sports, music and creative programmes that help young people build confidence and develop skills for the future, guided by inspiring role models. 5onit.co.uk/
Spotlight on: 5 On It Foundation. Offering inclusive sports sessions to help young people build confidence and develop positive skills for the future.

ALT Spotlight on: 5 On It Foundation. Offering inclusive sports sessions to help young people build confidence and develop positive skills for the future.

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This Youth Work Week, we're recognising some of the incredible organisations that we work with to support local young people. Today we're highlighting Bletchley Youth Centre, which offers regular clubs, activities and opportunities to develop new skills. byc-charity.org.uk/
Spotlight on: Bletchley Youth Centre. A safe place for young people to connect, learn new skills, stay active, build confidence and reach their potential.

ALT Spotlight on: Bletchley Youth Centre. A safe place for young people to connect, learn new skills, stay active, build confidence and reach their potential.

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Halloween is in full swing at our ten Family Centres! From spooky decorations to themed activities and events, families have been enjoying a week of Halloween magic. As well as having fun together, families can find out more about the support we offer. milton-keynes.gov.uk/family-…
Thank you to colleagues who have gone the extra mile to bring some Halloween fun to children and families across Milton Keynes.

ALT Thank you to colleagues who have gone the extra mile to bring some Halloween fun to children and families across Milton Keynes.

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Five new projects funded through our Green Business Fund are giving Milton Keynes businesses FREE access to practical support, expert advice and innovative solutions to reduce emissions and energy costs. Find out more here: milton-keynes.gov.uk/free-su…
Five new projects funded through our Green Business Fund. Cabinet Member for Planning and Sustainability, Cllr Jennifer Wilson-Marklew said “We’re pleased to back these five projects and give local organisations practical support to reduce costs, lower emissions and become stronger and more resilient.”

ALT Five new projects funded through our Green Business Fund. Cabinet Member for Planning and Sustainability, Cllr Jennifer Wilson-Marklew said “We’re pleased to back these five projects and give local organisations practical support to reduce costs, lower emissions and become stronger and more resilient.”

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Milton Keynes' new Local Plan is continuing through independent examination, an important step in shaping how our city evolves over the coming decades. It helps ensure future homes, jobs, transport links and facilities are planned in the right places. milton-keynes.gov.uk/plans-f…
Plans for the future of Milton Keynes move forward

ALT Plans for the future of Milton Keynes move forward

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