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.1 Fireworks. It's the same message. Be careful, stay safe
(av -ok e Firefighter Greg Izon provides an update on activity over the last few months
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at Westlea Fire Station which covers West and North Swindon
As some of you might have no-
SERVICE
ticed, Westlea police station op-
14 Waterdown Close
posite the fire station has been
Taw Hill, Swindon
demolished to make way for a
01793 702098 housing development. This has
not affected us and our opera-
Mob: 07904 734 758 tions have carried on as normal.
www.carolespetsitting.co.uk In the past couple of months we
Taking the worry out of leaving have attended a variety of inci-
your pets dents, including several Road Traf-
whilst you're away fic Collisions (RTCs).
These seem to be on the increase
and, sadly, often have tragic con- Westlea POticr Station ott the way datan,
11 years after it was pitt uy at a cost of £3.5 rniltion
sequences. This is partly due to
drink driving, which is unaccept- It's the bonfire and firework • Keep pets indoors;
able and it really is dangerous. So, season again. Please: • When using sparklers, always
PETS AT HOME please, if you have had a drink • Keep fireworks in a closed box take care and dispose of them in
Worried who will look don't drive. and take them out one at a time; a bucket of water.
If you need more information
We have also had an increase in
after your pet whilst fires in the home. A lot of these • Always read the instructions and on the above or any home fire safety
use accordingly;
you're on holiday? have been caused by people leav- • Light the firework at matter, click on community safety
Pets At Home ing cooking unattended. Please, arm's length; at: www.wiltsfire.gov.uk
could be your answer never do this. Not only will your • Move to a safe distance Free smoke detector still on offer
food be burnt but you may also after lighting; Wiltshire Fire Brigade fit smoke
Pets At Home is a service have to call us out. • Never, ever return to a fire work detectors free of charge. Take ad-
which cares for all your pets We have been taking part in a once lit; vantage of this by calling 0800 389
(except dogs) in their
own home anywhere in project called BUSK. This involves • Keep a bucket of water handy; 7849.
educating Year 11 pupils from
the West Swindon area only
Hreod Parkway on the dangers of
Telephone Sheila Mitchell distracting bus drivers and also First steps into youth work
for further details on the dangers and consequences of Two courses are on offer in November for people working with young
01793 873062 or 07710 543197 irresponsible behaviour whilst people or thinking of doing so - and they're free to participants.
email: [email protected], travelling on a bus. The training is run by Swindon child protection."
10-18 Project, avoluntary organi- For more in depth work, the
sation which specialises in work- Level 3 course covers all areas of
ing with vulnerable young people. youth work. It takes 30 weeks and
Paul Pals The project hopes to attract any- is for people already working with
Pet sitting & dog walking one involved in youth work, in- young people.
eluding foster carers and volun- Call Julie Collar on 614487 for
teers. more details and to register.
Going away & need someone special to care for your pets? Leading to a Level 2 qualifica-
Looking for an alternative to the kennels and cattery? tion, an introductory course will Make a difference to a
cover issues such as child protec- young person
Dog walking - am/pm, lunchtimes tion, social and emotional devel- The Swindon Independent Visitors
Home visits for feeding, cleaning & cuddles opment, mental health and drug Scheme is looking for more adult
Overnight stays for scaredy cats! and alcohol awareness. It takes volunteers to befriend a child or
approximately three months, with young person (aged 8 to 18) who is
. s All animals cared for - large and small
one session a week. looked after by the local authority.
Insured, police-checked, references available Administrator, Amy Law, said A training course to join the
` Member of Petsitters International ,^^ "the course provides a basis of scheme starts in November. For
c u 3 ^^ I t^ knowledge so you can give advice details call Beverley Johnston on
'Call 01793 770759 or email infoCdlpaw-pals.co.uk Paw Pals to youngsters. It's good for people 615049 or by mail: spurgeons
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