Chilton Town Council - Telephone: 01388 721788 - Email: townclerk@chiltondurham-tc.gov.uk

Chilton Town Council

Chilton Town Council

Town Council Office Opening Hours for the Public

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As we move out of lockdown the Town Council offices will re-open to the public from 10am until 12 noon on Tuesdays and Thursdays to deal with all Town Council related face to face enquiries.

Please note that only one person will be allowed in the reception area at a time.  Masks must be worn (unless you are exempt) and hand sanitiser is available for your use.  Anyone with Town Council related enquiries can contact the office via telephone on 01388 721788 between 8am 2pm Monday to Friday or by emailing townclerk@chiltondurham-tc.gov.uk

Covid-19 Testing

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Please see important information below from Durham County Council.

COVID 19 Testing poster

There has recently been an increase in positive Covid-19 cases in your local area.

With 1 in 3 people showing no symptoms of the virus, you are encouraged to take part in regular Lateral Flow Device (LFD) testing, even if you have had your vaccination.

LFD tests are for people without symptoms of Coronavirus. They are free and quick and you should have your result within 30 minutes.

Your nearest testing site is located at:

  • Chilton Library, Durham Road, Chilton, DL17 0EX

Home LFD testing kits can also be collected at Community Collect sites and pharmacies across County Durham. In Chilton these are currently available from:

  • Intrahealth Pharmacy Limited, Chilton Medical Centre, Dale Terrace, Chilton, DL17 0HQ
  • Norchem Healthcare Limited, Norchem House, Chilton Industrial Estate, Chilton, DL17 0PD
  • Chilton Library, Durham Road, Chilton, DL17 0EX

For more information on where testing centres are located or where you can receive home testing kits please visit durham.gov.uk/CovidLFT

Charlie Wayman Playing Fields – Closed with immediate effect

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It is with regret that the Charlie Wayman Playing fields facility has been locked and will be CLOSED with immediate effect due to vandalism and attempted arson at the skate park.

This has been reported and we are trying to organise a repair as soon as possible to minimise the inconvenience.

The police have been informed and once a crime number is received we will publish so that anyone with information they feel is relevant to the incident can get in touch with the police.

 

His Royal Highness the Duke of Edinburgh 1921 – 2021

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Black and white picture of His Royal Highness the Duke of EdinburghIt is with great sadness that we learnt on Friday 9th April of the passing of His Royal Highness The Duke of Edinburgh.   As a mark of respect, the flag was immediately flown at half-mast.  On Sunday 11th April in accordance with the Town Council’s protocol the Mayor and Deputy Mayor laid wreaths at Hutton House on behalf of the community.

We are aware that many people will want to express their condolences. We are following national guidance and would ask the public to be mindful of the national public health advice too. During the current public health situation there will be no physical books of condolence available. Instead, anyone wishing to express their condolences can do so through an online book of condolence available to sign on The Royal Family website at www.royal.uk/condolence

The Royal Family has suggested that members of the public may wish to consider making a donation to a charity of their choice in memory of His Royal Highness, instead of leaving floral tributes. More information is available at www.royal.uk/donations

Statement from the Town Mayor

“We are greatly saddened to hear of the passing of The Duke of Edinburgh. Our thoughts are with the Queen and the Royal Family at this very sad time.”

 

His Royal Highness the Duke of Edinburgh 1921 – 2021 initial response

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Picture of His Royal Highness the Duke of Edinburgh

It is with great sadness that we have learnt of the passing of His Royal Highness The Duke of Edinburgh.

Arrangements are currently being made to mark his passing and we will update you with further details as soon as they are confirmed.

Statement from the Town Mayor

Councillor Elizabeth Bruce, Town Mayor said:

“We are greatly saddened to hear of the passing of The Duke of Edinburgh. Our thoughts are with the Queen and the Royal Family at this very sad time.”

Our address:

Hutton House
Durham Road
Chilton
Ferryhill
DL17 0HE

T: 01388 721788
E: townclerk@chiltondurham-tc.gov.uk

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