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Safer Internet Day – Tuesday 9th February

Safer Internet Day 2021 will be celebrated in the UK with the theme: An internet we trust: exploring reliability in the online world.

At a time when Dorset has recorded 9.1 victims of cybercrime per 1,000 people – the third highest rate compared to other areas in the UK – today marks the 10th year of the Safer Internet Centre’s mission.

The partnership was appointed by the European Commission as the Safer Internet Centre for the UK in January 2011 and is one of the 31 Safer Internet Centres of the Insafe network. Communication is the key to identifying online misinformation.  The centre has three main functions:

  1. Awareness Centre: to provide advice and support to children and young people, parents and carers, schools and the children’s workforce and to coordinate Safer Internet Day across UK.
  2. Helpline: to provide support to professionals working with children and young people with online safety issues.
  3. Hotline: an anonymous and safe place to report and remove child sexual abuse imagery and videos, wherever they are found in the world.

This year the UK Safer Internet Centre is celebrating the amazing range of information and opportunities online, and its potential to inform, connect and inspire us, whilst also looking at how young people can separate fact from fiction. The campaign focuses on how we can know what to trust online, whilst supporting young people to question, challenge and change the online world. It will explore how influence, persuasion and manipulation can impact young people’s decisions, opinions and what they share online.

In 2020, they reached 49% of young people aged 8-17 and 26% of parents. They invite everyone to join in to help create a better internet on Tuesday 9th February 2021 and throughout the whole year.

Quiz:

They have even designed a quiz which is designed for 8-13 year olds, but you can test your own online safety skills and it can be played by anyone! Start online HERE or download it in Pdf format HERE. (These links may not work after the date has passed by)

They offer a range of short films to accompany their resources for 5-11s, 11-14s, parents and carers, as well as a campaign film outlining the theme of the Day – Click HERE.
(These links may not work after the date has passed by)

The UK Safer Internet Centre are a partnership between Childnet International, Internet Watch Foundation and South West Grid for Learning, part-funded by the European Union and part of the Insafe-INHOPE network.

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2021 Census Officers Sought

The census only happens every 10 years and counts every person and household in England and Wales.  Thousands of people are being hired in a range of exciting temporary roles to make Census 2021 a success.

If you like being out in the community and talking to people, this is the role for you. You will be working alone but with the support of your team of up to 12 Census Officers and team leader. Knocking on doors, you’ll encourage residents to complete the census. This involves visiting different properties in an assigned area, sometimes several times, making return visits when necessary.

Census Officers contribute to the overall success of the census. The goal is to make people aware why the census is important and feedback information that keeps the address register up to date.

Census Officer:

  • Location – 26,500 roles across England and Wales.
  • Salary – From £11.22 per hour dependent on location.
  • Hours – 2nd & 3rd Intake; 15, 25 or 37 hours per week.
  • Contract duration – 2nd Intake; 16 March to 29 April 2021, 3rd Intake; 23 March to 29 April 2021,
  • Application window – 2nd Intake; 21 December 2020 to 11 February 2021, 3rd Intake; 4 January to 19 February 2021

There are no fixed daily normal working hours. However, you are required and agree to work your duties within the hours detailed below:

  • Monday to Saturday, between 9am and 8pm.
  • Sundays and Bank Holidays, between 10am and 4pm.

In addition, a minimum of 60% of these hours are to be worked during the following times:

  • Monday to Friday, between 4pm to 8pm.
  • Saturdays, between 9am and 8pm.
  • Sundays, between 10am and 4pm.

The main purpose of your role is to encourage the people in your area to complete their Census 2021 online questionnaire.

When you apply for any role on the census, you’ll need to complete a number of steps as part of your application. They have outlined these steps in detail, to help you understand what to expect – Click HERE.

To register you will be asked to provide:

  • Your full name (this will be your Legal name as on official documentation)
  • Full postal address
  • Email address
  • Mobile number

Register HERE.

The Office for National Statistics (ONS)is carrying out this census in partnership with the Swiss company Adecco.  Adecco is reported to be the world’s second largest Human Resources provider and temporary staffing firm.Scroll#Broadwindsor,#Burstock,#Blackdown,#Drimpton,#Hursey,#Kittwhistle,#Seaborough,#Dorset,#WestDorset,#Census2021,#ONS,#Adecco,#CensusOfficer,#Community,#StayAtHome,#BeSafe,#StaySafe,

Quick fixes to speeding up your broadband during lockdown.

Dorset Community Action have published the following information: Quick fixes to speeding up your broadband during lockdown.

Trying to work or school from home can be a nightmare if you have slow broadband, however, help could be at hand. Digital Dorset is highlighting potential quick fixes to speed up your broadband.

In the first instance check if you can get an upgrade. Some areas in Dorset have received full fibre but the improvement in speed is not automatic – you have to sign up for an upgrade. To see if you can upgrade click HERE.

If your broadband speeds are less than 10 Mbps you could be entitled to help from BT/OFCOM’S Universal Service Obligation (USO). The USO either offers you a 4G Home Hub solution or subsidy towards full fibre if you live in a 4G blackspot. The 4G Home Hub is the quickest solution as fibre can take a while to be installed. For more information on the USO – Click HERE.

You can still get a 4G Home Hub even if your speeds are greater than 10 Mbps from a range of providers.

What is 4G home broadband?

This is a portable, and sometimes more affordable, alternative to regular broadband 4G broadband, is just like the regular broadband found in most homes – you receive a steady internet connection, you can connect all your devices and you pay a monthly fee. However, unlike regular internet which runs through cables and Wi-Fi signals, 4G broadband works in the same way as your phone, operating through a SIM card and mobile signals. This means you don’t need a phone line; you don’t need to pay set-up fees and you can take it on the go. You should also be able to receive it relatively quickly.

If you live in a poor mobile connectivity area the 4G solution may not work. However, don’t just go by your current mobile phone deal as some mobile providers have a better network than others. Find a list of 4G home broadband providers HERE.

Satellite broadband

If 4G is no good for your property, then satellite broadband could be another option. It uses a satellite dish to provide two-way access to broadband services but speeds which used to be lower, have improved with download speeds of up to 30 Mbps available.

The main advantage of satellite broadband is that it can be provided virtually anywhere in the world, so long as you have a clear line of sight to the south generally. There are satellite broadband providers in Dorset and several local companies who fit it.

Broadband too expensive?

If the cost of broadband is out of your reach, help could be available. People receiving means tested benefits can apply for the BT Basic service, which provides a phone line and broadband for around £10 per month. More information available on BT Basic HERE.
Virgin Media also offers a £15 month deal for those on Universal Credit register for essential broadband – Click HERE for more information.
Virgin Media Mobile phone operators have also been launching unlimited data SIM card deals via schools for children in receipt of free school meals. The applications are generally done via the schools. If you think you could be entitled to help contact your school office and ask them about unlimited SIM-card deals. Find out more on How to Get Free Data for Home Schooling During Lockdown – Click HERE.

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6pm Clap for Captain Tom

At the Prime Minister’s suggestion – at 6pm, clap for Captain Sir Tom Moore and all those in the front line combatting the Coronavirus.

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This Week’s Specials & Curry Weekend At The White Lion

For this weekend, Vikki’s Specials are:

  • Homemade Sweet and Sour Pork with Rice
  • Homemade Turkey and Ham Pie with fresh Vegetables and Chips or Mash
  • Homemade Cod Florentine topped with a cheesy mash (Cod fillet and Spinach)

There are more of Molly’s squidgy Triple Chocolate Brownies available @ £3.00

For Sunday, there is the choice of Roast Beef, Roast Turkey or Roast Lamb @ £8.50. Collect between 12 noon – 2.00pm.

The White Lion, BroadwindsorPlease pre order by 5pm the day prior.
Telephone 01308 867070 or
email: info@whitelionbroadwindsor.co.uk

 

For Valentine’s weekend this year,  you can spice up your plate with some delicious curries and accompaniments. There are four homemade curries to choose from:

  • Lamb Rogan Josh
  • Beef Madras
  • Chicken Korma
  • Vegetable Balti

All are served with Rice or Chips and the following sides:

  • Naan bread
  • Homemade Onion Bhaji
  • Homemade Saag Aloo (Potato & Spinach)
  • Poppadom
  • Pickle & Chutney

All dishes are gluten free except Naan bread.
All for £10.00

Again, please pre order by 5 pm the day prior to avoid disappointment: 01308 867070 or email: info@whitelionbroadwindsor.co.uk

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February’s Marshwood Vale Magazine

Not appearing in print this month, here is February’s Marshwood Vale magazine:

 

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Captain Tom Moore In Hospital With Covid-19

Captain Tom Moore’s daughter Hannah released this statement earlier this evening:

The remarkable and truly inspirational man, Captain Tom Moore was appointed an honorary Colonel to mark his 100th birthday on 30th April 2020 in recognition of his exceptional efforts that has raised almost £30 million for the NHS.

The Nation’s thoughts and prayers go out to him and all of his family.

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Trees Planted At Hursey Common

At Hursey Common this morning, 30 saplings were planted. 

A massive thank you & well done to David Leader with the group of volunteers: Stefan, Kirsty, Eden, Linda, pictured above with Peter and Hazel, pictured below.

Photo: David Leader
Scarlet Elf Cup at Hursey
Sarcoscypha coccinea – Scarlet Elf Cup Photo: David Leader

The fungus shown in this photograph is the Scarlet Elf Cup (Sarcoscypha coccinea) – though not poisonous, it is considered inedible.  It can be spotted in several places throughout the common at this time.

We are so lucky to have this woodland on our doorstep – please help look after it and take any litter home.

Read the Woodland Trust’s A-Z guide to British trees from native species to naturalised and widely planted non-natives – Click  HERE.

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Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards

The Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards launch on Monday 1st March.

This is the third year that the team of Paul, Tom and Michelle (and Rosie and Coco the Spaniels) from Surrey, UK have held the competition. The overall winner in 2020 was Mark Fitzpatrick with Terry the Turtle flipping the bird. The other images used were all finalists in last year’s competition. 

To enter the competition, you must visit their website*, complete the online entry form and upload your entry(ies) before the deadline of 11.59pm, BST on 30th June 2021. They state: “We do not control the internet, and are not computer geeks, so we can’t take responsibility for any technical problems. It is up to you to ensure your entries reach us on time, no excuses.”
This is a wildlife photography competition and that means no domestic animals and no animals that live in zoos or other captive environments.

Please read all the Terms & Conditions before entering HERE.

Yaron Schmid
– The look on his face! That was brilliant!

Competition Categories:

  • You can enter a total of up to 10 images, 4 portfolio entries AND an additional 6 entries into the other categories, and 2 videos – that’s it, no more.
  • You can enter up to 3 images into each category, except the Amazing Internet (and they are…) Portfolio category where you have to enter 4 pictures. (More info on the categories below.)
  • The total number of images across all categories must not exceed 10.
  • There is only one category for video.
Muhammad Faishol Husni – I love you darlin’

Here are all the Categories with details of what they are asking for:

The Alex Walker’s Serian Creatures of the Land Category

Enter up to three of your funniest pictures of wildlife which lives on the land. Couldn’t be simpler. Don’t panic if the animal, like a squirrel, for example, looks like he is flying, it still lives on the land, so bung it in here. Another thing, remember if your pic is hilarious but in the wrong category, fret not they will put it into the right category, simple as that.

The Spectrum Creatures in the Air Category

You guessed it, birds, bats and any other creatures that fly. If you have a funny pterodactyl image, put it in, seriously, although that might mean the image is more than 99 years old, so wouldn’t be acceptable, but perhaps worth trying.

The ThinkTank Photo Junior Category

This is a category for kids with a talent for taking great and funny wildlife pictures. You have to be less than 16 years old by 11.59pm 30th June 2020 (BST). So, if you are 15 and turn 16 on July the 9th, bummer big time!! Enter your funny pics into the other categories! If you have a query, fret not ping us an email; PJ and Tom (who run the competition and write this drivel are desperate for emails, as they have no friends.)

The Amazing Internet Portfolio Category

Amazing Internet websiteThis is a brilliant category and to be honest a hard one. They want a collection of 4 images which are a collection, or portfolio, (that clue is in the category title) of really funny wildlife images. You can put 4 unconnected images in, as your portfolio, but you will get more points if the 4 images are connected, say “4 African Mammal Funny pics” for example, or they can be 4 images which are really funny from a single scene, I think you get where they are going with this one.

The Underwater Category

Ok, you can put an underwater picture of an elephant swimming and farting at the same time, but they  would move it into Creatures of the Land, so this category is for creatures (fish mainly to be honest) which live in water. There are a few marine mammals, amphibians and reptiles and so on which live in water so the spectrum is broad.

The Video Clip Category

Listen carefully; this is the category where you can enter up to 2 video clips and each one can be no more than 60 seconds. They should be a maximum resolution of 1080p HD at 30fps with a maximum file size of 150MB but any resolution below that is acceptable too. Videos will be uploaded to Vimeo which accepts most major and popular video types. Please check the Vimeo website if you have any questions.
Please do not add music, captions or anything like that to the video (don’t worry about peoples voices that’s ok), but do make sure you edit it as judiciously as possible. Much better you send them a 15 second clip which is short, sharp and brilliant, rather than them having to trawl through 45 seconds of dull video to find the funny 10 seconds at the end.

To view their Gallery of all previous finalists and winners – click HERE.

*Enter the Competition from 1st March 2021.

If you have any queries, please email info@comedywildlifephoto.com
Competition Director & Chair of the Judging Panel : tom@comedywildlifephoto.com

Daniel Friend – Oh what have I done…

This year the Comedy Wildlife Awards are supporting a wonderful grass roots conservation project; the Gunung Palung Orang-utan Conservation Program in Borneo, which helps to protect the environment that the wild Orangutans inhabitat, so they can survive and hopefully flourish. You can go to their website HERE and have a look at the incredible work they do and spread that word as well.

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Donations Needed For Dorchester & Yeovil Hospitals

Here is a small, easy and practical way for you to show your support for those brave front liners:

The following list of suggested items has been drawn up with the hospitals advice. 

  • Hand Cream
  • Lip Balm
  • Shower/Bath Oils & Soaks
  • Moisturisers
  • Eye Masks
  • Relaxation & Sleep Treats

Please leave any donations at our village shop, Broadwindsor Community Stores. Collections are every Friday.

Please note:

  • No Food or Snacks please – even if sealed!
  • All Items should be unopened and sealed.
  • All items should be within their ‘sell buy’ & ‘best before’ date .
  • All items will be sanitised prior to distribution.

If you would prefer to make a monetary donation,

Please direct any queries to: Jemma Loveridge, 07787 515470

Thank You!

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