Archive for the ‘Lozells’ Category
Posted on 14th December 2011 by Jo Burrill
Message from Saeed, co-chair of Lozells Neighbourhood Forum:
“Your local Policing team and the Lozells Neighbourhood Forum are holding a community awareness raising meeting for anyone living or working in the community to find out about how we can ‘beat the burglars’.
There has been a spike in burglaries across our area again (we had a previous surge in May early this year). I know this is a concern for a number of local neighbourhoods too.
The full details of the meeting are:
Date:
Thursday 15th December 2011
Time:
6pm – a warm cuppa with biscuits & a chance to meet others
6.30pm – 7.30pm meeting (we will start and finish on time)
Venue:
St Pauls & St Silas Church Centre, 80 Lozells Road, Lozells, Birmingham, B19 2TL.”
Some tips for keeping your home and belongings safe:
Burglary Crime Prevention Advice
• Always lock doors and windows securely. Even if only going out for a few minutes.
• Keep valuables out of sight and ensure curtains are closed once it gets dark.
• Consider purchasing timer switches for your lights or leave a couple of bulbs on when heading out after dark.
• Install a burglar alarm as a visible deterrent.
• Ensure that sheds, garages and other out-buildings are securely locked.
• Cancel milk / newspaper deliveries if you are away from home for any considerable time.
• Never leave car keys or important documents near doors, letterboxes or windows.
• Always check before opening your door to strangers. If in doubt, keep them out.
Inside a burglars mind
• Burglars are usually opportunistic criminals that look out for insecure homes.
• A building that presents itself as unoccupied or insecure is far more likely to be targeted by a burglar than a home that is properly secured.
• Burglars usually break into homes which they believe offer the best opportunity to carry out their crime undetected.
Things a burglar may lookout for
• Ground floor windows left open.
• Side gates left open or insecure.
• Ladders left outside, allowing burglars possible access to otherwise inaccessible windows.
• Garden sheds left insecure.
• Easy access to garden tools that could be used to force entry into your home.
• Unlit houses with curtains open after dark.
Keeping your keys safe
• Never leave spare keys concealed near your door. Burglars know all of the hiding places.
• Prevent letterbox burglaries by storing house keys securely and away from doors.
• Never label your keys. If they were stolen or lost, a criminal could easily find your home and know which keys to use.
Make it look like you are at home
• Consider purchasing timer switches to turn lights on and off if you are not home.
• Encourage trusted neighbours to park their car on your drive if you are out.
• If heading out in the evening, make sure your curtains are closed and leave a light on.
• Ask trusted neighbours to remove any post or deliveries from your porch area if not at home.
Keeping your keys safe
• Never leave spare keys concealed near your door. Burglars know all of the hiding places.
• Prevent letterbox burglaries by storing house keys securely and away from doors.
• Never label your keys. If they were stolen or lost, a criminal could easily find your home and know which keys to use.
Going on holiday?
• Cancel deliveries such as milk & newspapers.
• Arrange for trusted neighbours or family members to keep an eye on your home.
• Always remember to set your burglar alarm.
• If you have family members living nearby, give them a spare key and ask them to open / close curtains and put the light on regularly.
Any Questions?
• For daily updates from local officers, please join @brumpolice on twitter.
You can view more home security advice online.
Posted on 14th December 2011 by Jo Burrill
Tags: burglary, burglary prevention, home safety, Lozells and East Handsworth Neighbourhood Police Team, lozells neighbourhood forum, saeed haque, safety, west midland police
Posted in Birchfield, Handsworth, Lozells, Safe, Clean and Green, Uncategorized | No Comments »
Posted on 26th October 2011 by Jo Burrill
Stay safe and secure this winter - Advice and information from Lozells and East Handsworth Neighbourhood police
The clocks go back on Sunday and the nights are getting darker as we head for wintertime. Officers in Lozells and East Handsworth would like to encourage local residents to think about their home security.
Unfortunately, burglary offences traditionally rise during the winter months. To help secure your home during the winter months, please consider the following advice: (more…)
Posted on 26th October 2011 by Jo Burrill
Tags: brumpolice, burglary prevention, home safety, lucy bird, neighbourhood watch, police advice, winter advice, winter advice Lozells and East Handsworth Neighbourhood Police Team
Posted in Birchfield, Birmingham, Health, Lozells, Safe, Clean and Green | No Comments »
Posted on 19th October 2011 by Jo Burrill
Did you know that….
Cherry Tree Children’s Centre can help you to look for a job or access to training.
They are holding a drop-in session at Lozells Methodist Church Centre to offer informal support on:
Tuesday 25th October between 10am and 4pm.
They can help with:
- Searching for a job
- Writing a CV
- Filling in an application form
- How to do well in an interview
- More information about getting work experience and volunteering
More information about:
Computer skills training
Food Safety/ Hygiene Certificate training
Customer Service training
Health and Safety training
Lozells Methodist Church
(Corner of Lozells street and Gerrard Street)
Drop in 10am – 4pm
Posted on 19th October 2011 by Jo Burrill
Tags: advice, cherry tree children centre, drop-in, Ellen Pugsley, Employment, Lozells Methodist Church Centre, training, Volunteering
Posted in Employment, Family and Children, Learning, Lozells, Succeed Economically, Volunteering, Young People | No Comments »
Posted on 26th September 2011 by Jo Burrill
Come along and meet your local councillors at the Lozells and East Handsworth Ward Committee meeting on:
Wednesday 5th October 2011 at 7.00 p.m.
at Welford Primary School, Welford Road, B20 2BL.
This meeting will be attended by a representative of AMEY, who are responsible for taking care of streets through a contract with Birmingham City Council. There will also be an update from the Neighbourhood Police on tackling local issues, especially ongoing problems that need to be tackled by a range of agencies. There will also be an update on progress with the My Place Young People’s facility in the area.
For more information on this meeting, have a look at
www.birmingham.gov.uk/democracy
For any further information please contact Louisa Nisbett by email:
louisa_nisbett@birmingham.gov.uk
Posted on 26th September 2011 by Jo Burrill
Tags: amey, Birmingham City Council, councillor don brown, councillor hendrina quinnen, councillor zaffar, Councillors, don b brown, hendrina quinnen, Lozells & East Handsworth Ward Committee, meetings, my place, waseem zaffar, Welford Primary School, Young People
Posted in Birchfield, Birmingham, Leadership, Lozells | No Comments »
Posted on 31st August 2011 by Jo Burrill
Sonia Hyman at Handsworth Social Media Surgery
There has been a lot of talk locally about the use of social media during the recent disturbances in the city. Some have blamed social media, some have praised it for its use in getting quick, up to date information out.
A social media surgery is a chance for our local voluntary and community organisations and active citizens to find out how to use it for themselves.
This isn’t the first time social media surgeries have taken place in Lozells, Birchfield and Handsworth – so what to expect? (more…)
Posted on 31st August 2011 by Jo Burrill
Tags: audioboo, nick booth, podnosh, social media surgery, sonia hyman
Posted in Birchfield, Birmingham, Handsworth, Learning, Lozells, Make a Contribution, Social Media, Voluntary and Community Sector, Volunteering | 1 Comment »
Posted on 31st August 2011 by Jo Burrill
Learning at Aspire and Succeed in Lozells. Copyright Aspire and Succeed
Dear Parent
This Saturday, 3rd September 2011 between 10am -12pm at:
Aspire and Succeed at The Carpenters Rd Hub, 3a Carpenters Rd, Lozells, B19 2BA, we will be holding our Annual Open morning for the new academic year. A team of experienced Teachers will be at hand to talk to parents about (more…)
Posted on 31st August 2011 by Jo Burrill
Tags: aspire and succeed, education, Open Day, school, Social Enterprise, tutoring
Posted in Birchfield, Birmingham, Family and Children, Handsworth, High Quality of Life, Learning, Lozells, Social Enterprise, Succeed Economically, Voluntary and Community Sector, Young People | No Comments »
Posted on 23rd August 2011 by Jo Burrill
Good governance lies at the heart of a well run voluntary or community organisation that operates in a responsible, organised way and that best serves the community that it seeks to benefit.
The Birmingham Leadership Foundation, with Anthony Collins solicitors and HW Controls and Assurance are offering a free day of practically based training for those involved in running community or voluntary organisations, or those seriously considering starting one.
Good Governance for Voluntary and Community Sector Organisations
11am to 4pm on Tuesday 20th September
Birmingham venue, confirmed on registration
Topics to be covered:
- What is Governance and why does it matter for voluntary and community sector organisations?
- Being distinctive: Governing documents, collaboration, the Equalities Act.
- How can charities ensure their resources are utilised effectively?
- Risk Management.
- The role of financial and social reporting: The limitations of external audit; How should Trustees use their annual statements? How should you audit your auditor?
- Audit Committees and Internal Audit: What are the fundamentals of an effective Audit Committee? What makes a good internal framework?
- How should the Board be set up?
- What is effective decision making? Common problems and their solutions.
To register for a place contact info@bleaf.co.uk by Monday 12th September 2011.
Full leaflet attached:
Good Governance for Voluntary and Community Sector Organisations no 2
Posted on 23rd August 2011 by Jo Burrill
Tags: anthony collins, birmingham leadership foundation, board training, Charity, community sector, decision making, governance, legal requirements, legal structures, management committee, Social Reporting, third sector, voluntary sector
Posted in Birchfield, Birmingham, Charity, Handsworth, Leadership, Learning, Lozells, Make a Contribution, Voluntary and Community Sector, Volunteering | No Comments »
Posted on 23rd August 2011 by Jo Burrill
Know Urself CIC is looking for young people interested in training to become a peer educator/mentor, especially around sexual health and healthy relationships.
This is a unique opportunity to gain experience and raise awareness amongst your peers whilst building experience and getting a qualification at the same time.
We will provide free training, qualification and expenses up to the value of £3.60 per day.
Successful candidates will need to be CRB checked through Know Urself C.I.C, be confident, have good communication skills, be willing to learn, able to work in a team, willingness to work in an confidential environment, passionate about helping within the community and able to commit to the programme from August 2011-July 2012.
To apply for this opportunity, send your CV to the e-mail below or call to obtain an application form. (Places are Limited)
If you have any questions about the organisation or the training course, feel free to contact Sherill Fuller at:
Email:knowurselfuk@yahoo.co.uk or Tel: 07930326127
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Posted on 23rd August 2011 by Jo Burrill
Tags: health, know urself cic, peer education, peer mentoring, sexual health, Volunteering, work experience
Posted in Be Healthy, Birchfield, Birmingham, Employment, Handsworth, Health, Leadership, Learning, Lozells, Make a Contribution, Succeed Economically, Volunteering, Young People | No Comments »
Posted on 23rd August 2011 by Jo Burrill
An event taking place at Lozells Methodist Church Centre, on the corner of Gerrard St and Lozells St this Saturday 27th August from 3pm to 6pm.
They are looking for performers – a great chance to showcase your talent and compete for some great prizes!
If you are interested in performing or to book a ticket – call 07783 880 159
£2 ticket entry £1 entry per act
Stalls for rent and refreshments provided.
Posted on 23rd August 2011 by Jo Burrill
Tags: loud and proud, Summer Activities, talent show, Young People
Posted in Be Healthy, Birchfield, Birmingham, Family and Children, Handsworth, High Quality of Life, Lozells, Make a Contribution, Succeed Economically, Young People | No Comments »
Posted on 17th August 2011 by Jo Burrill
Here is an invitation from Khalid Mahmood MP to attend a conference on Monday 22nd August and gives your views on the issues surrounding the recent rioting in Birmingham and ways of moving forward.
Please confirm your attendance for the event, which takes place at City College, Handsworth by emailing mahmoodk@parliament.uk by the end of Friday 19th August.
“Dear Friend
Following the unfortunate events of last week in Birmingham and across the country, I feel that it is important for key individuals across the community to come together to discuss the underlying issues faced by our communities and in particular young people.
The Parliamentary Home Affairs Select Committee is holding an inquiry into the lessons that may be learned from the wide-scale rioting and looting by predominantly young people. I am very pleased that the Chairman of the Home Affairs Select Committee, Keith Vaz MP has accepted my invitation to take evidence from Birmingham on Monday, 22nd August.
This will take place at the People’s Conference I am hosting on Monday at City College Handsworth Campus, Soho Road Handsworth Birmingham B21 9DP (10.00am – 4.30pm).
Please can you confirm your attendance by emailing mahmoodk@parliament.uk by Friday 19th August (5pm).
Please ensure you register to participate. Refreshments will be provided.
Please circulate across your contacts and networks.”
The agenda for the conference is as follows:
10.00am-10.30am Opening of Conference & Overview -
10.30am-12.30pm Workshops
1. The Role of Families & Parents
2. Community Cohesion
3. Young People in Birmingham
4. Community Safety.
12.30pm-1.00pm Lunch
1.00pm-2.30pm Discussion on Lessons Learnt with Keith Vaz MP
2.30pm-3.30pm Discussion on The Impact of Localism in Birmingham
3.30pm-4.30pm Discussion on Policing in Birmingham
Posted on 17th August 2011 by Jo Burrill
Tags: brimingham riots, keith vaz mp, khalid mahmood mp, people's conference, Police, riots
Posted in Birchfield, Birmingham, Handsworth, High Quality of Life, Lozells, Make a Contribution, Volunteering, Young People | 1 Comment »
