Galleywood Parish Council

03/09/2026

Tougher fines for fly-tipping

New legislation is bringing tougher on-the-spot fines for fly-tipping, with the maximum fine increasing from £1,000 to £5,000.

The increase is part of the Government’s wider Waste Crime Action Plan, aimed at tackling fly-tipping and illegal waste activity and protecting our countryside, communities and environment.

Fly-tipping can have a serious impact on our local area. If you see someone fly-tipping or suspect illegal waste activity, you can report it anonymously to Crimestoppers.

📞 0800 555 111
🌐 Crimestoppers

Please help us keep Galleywood clean and report waste crime when you see it.

03/09/2026

📢 Parish Council Grant Scheme Now Open

The Galleywood Parish Council Grant Scheme is now open for applications.

If you are part of a community group or club with members from Galleywood, you may be eligible to apply for funding to support your activities.

📄 Application forms are available from the Parish Office. Please contact us to request a form.

Applications must be submitted by Monday 2nd November 2026.

We look forward to supporting more of our local community groups and clubs.

02/09/2026

Flu National Booking System now open – winter toolkit and supporting resources available

The NHS National Booking System is now open for pregnant women, children aged 2 and 3, and children in a clinical risk group (aged from 6 months to 17 years) with flu vaccinations starting from 1 September. All other eligible groups – including those aged 65 and over, people with certain long-term health conditions and carers – can also book now, for appointments from 1 October.

People can book via the NHS App, online at nhs.uk/bookflu, or by calling 119. The 2026/27 winter vaccinations stakeholder toolkit, produced by UKHSA and NHS England, is available now on the Campaign Resource Centre, with key messages, statistics and ready-to-use social media assets to help you promote flu, COVID-19 and RSV vaccinations within your community.

Book, change or cancel a flu vaccination appointment

27/08/2026

The Parish Councils Grant scheme will open from 1st September.

Please email:

[email protected]
to request an application form.

27/08/2026

We are sorry to say that due to the weather this event has been cancelled.

26/08/2026

Telephone Box Library Temporarily Closed

The Telephone Box Library is currently closed while the telephone box is being refurbished.

Please do not leave any books near the telephone box during this time.

We will let you know when the library is ready to use again.

Thank you for your understanding.

26/08/2026

The Electrical Safety Fund is open for applications.


Applications for our Electrical Safety Fund are now open, with £1 million available to support projects which protect people from electrical harm.

Eligible organisations can apply for grants of up to £10,000 to deliver projects that:
• Improve electrical safety education
• Remove, repair or replace unsafe electrical products
• Address electrical installation safety issues
• Raise awareness of electrical safety risks and how people can stay safe

The Fund is designed to support organisations working with people who may be at greater risk of electrical harm, including those affected by the cost of living, rising energy costs, poor housing, age, disability, or other factors that increase vulnerability.
Who can apply?

Applications are open to:
• Charities
• Public bodies, such as Fire and Rescue Services or Trading Standards
• Other registered not-for-profit organisations

Projects should primarily benefit individuals and communities particularly vulnerable to electrical risk and injury.
Parish councils are important for connecting local organisations with opportunities to benefit residents. We would be grateful if you could share details of the Fund with relevant groups in your area.
Thank you for your help. If you have any questions, please email [email protected].

George Smith, Senior Grants and Outreach Officer
Electrical Safety First

Learn about Electrical Safety First's grants and funding programmes, supporting electrical safety projects and home improvements for vulnerable people.

20/08/2026

To every young person receiving their GCSE results today: be proud of how far you've come.

Your results are one part of your journey - they do not define your intelligence, talent, potential, or worth. Whether you're celebrating, feeling disappointed, or still working out what comes next, remember that there is always another path forward.

Believe in yourself, keep learning, and step into your future with courage. You are capable of more than any set of grades could ever measure. 🌟

Congratulations to you all! 🎉👏