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A30 closure, where to go for weekend health care, applying for a postal vote
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Give your child the best Start for Life
Happy Father’s Day for Sunday to all the dads out there!
We all want to give our children the best start in life. But becoming a parent is a big change and sometimes - for lots of different reasons - our journey as parents can be tricky to navigate.
The good news is there’s lots of help available to all parents and carers, not just dads. From pregnancy until your child is two, the Start for Life service can provide you with trusted information, advice and support on things like:
* Scans, screening and vaccinations
* Choosing where to give birth
* Infant feeding and nutrition
* Health and development
* Keeping your little one safe
* Mental health and wellbeing
* Physical health and staying active
You can also access support in your local area from one of the 23 Family Hubs dotted around Cornwall. Family Hubs offer things like:
* Activities for parents and children
* A meeting space for parents and professionals
* Parenting courses
You don't have to navigate your parenting journey alone. No matter what you’re facing, there is support help available.
Get advice and support
Apply now for your postal vote
Thinking of voting by post in the general election on 4 July?
Here’s what you need to know:
* Deadline alert! Apply by 5pm on 19 June
* Already vote by post? No need to re-apply
* Recently applied? You might get a standard poll card, but your postal vote pack is on its way
* When will my pack arrive? You'll get your pack by the end of June
Return your postal vote before 4 July and remember to complete your postal voting statement - your vote won’t count without it!
Apply for your postal vote
A30 closures for resurfacing work
The A30 between Chiverton and Summercourt closes this weekend from 9pm tonight, Friday 14 June, until 6am on Monday 17 June.
Local access north and south at Chiverton and via the B3284 at Chybucca will be maintained throughout.
The link from the A39 to the north will be maintained via the B3285.
All closures are now focused on surfacing and infrastructure work along the route as National Highways prepares to open the new dual carriageway.
More from National Highways
New Family Information Service website launched
Our Family Information Service has launched a new and improved website to make it easier for families to find the help they need.
The new website is designed to act as a single front door to parents, carers and young people looking for childcare, activities and support for children who are disabled or have special educational needs.
The single front door webpage leads to our Together for Families web pages, which provide information about parenting support, school admissions and other useful stuff.
You'll also find details about family-friendly activities in your area, so whether you’re looking for help or just something to do at the weekend, why not check out
right now?
Check out the new FIS website
Be tick aware
Ticks enjoy warmer weather as much as we do, so watch out for them if you and your pets are spending more time outdoors.
Ticks can live in woodlands, moors and grassy areas, including parks and gardens. You should check for ticks because they can transmit Lyme disease, and in very rare cases, encephalitis.
Here are some simple actions you can take to help protect yourself and others from tick bites:
* Use tick repellent
* Wear long sleeves and long trousers to reduce direct skin exposure
* Keep to clearly defined paths and avoid brushing against vegetation
* Regularly check for ticks and brush off any you find immediately
* When you’re back indoors, check for any ticks on you, your children and pets
* If you find a tick, safely remove it as soon as possible
Find out more
Need health care over the weekend?
Earlier this week some local NHS services were impacted by IT issues at our hospitals and other NHS locations.
Some areas are still under pressure and we are reminding people to choose where is best
as your nearest may not be your quickest.
Thank you for your understanding, support and patience over this time.
Looking to build, convert or extend your business premises?
Join our FREE webinar on Thursday 11 July at 2.00 pm and learn about:
* What development is permitted without a planning application
* Breaches of planning conditions - what to avoid and the enforcement process
* Advertisements - what's permitted, what's not and the criminal penalties for displaying unauthorised Adverts
We will also talk about various advice services we offer to help businesses navigate their development projects successfully.
Book your place now
We’re supporting Marmalade Trust's Loneliness Awareness Week from 10 to 16 June.
This year's theme, Random Acts of Connection, encourages everyone to increase those simple, everyday moments of connection which help us feel happier and less lonely.
Find out more by visiting the Loneliness Awareness Week website.
This week is Carers' Week and we want to say a heartfelt thank you to all of Cornwall's unpaid carers who selflessly give their time and energy to support others.
In this video
, has advice about what support is available for carers in Cornwall.
News in brief
It's Bike Week and we're highlighting the beautiful cycle routes and trails we have across Cornwall. Each one offers something for all types of cyclists and many hours of enjoyment as well health and fitness benefits. Find out more
We want to hear your thoughts about the rubbish and recycling collections and street and public open space cleaning services provided by our contractor Biffa. Hurry! The survey closes on June 18. Take the survey
We're in Penzance next week for a waste and recycling drop-in roadshow event! Come along to hear more about the changes to food waste, recycling and rubbish services. Monday, 17 June, 5pm-7pm at St John's Hall, TR18 2QW.
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