Resources available to help local community
Drones
CAA information
The CAA is the Civil Aviation Authority and it is the CAA that grant licences for professional drone pilots.
A solicitor’s take
Solicitors, albeit they are touting for business, recognise the law with regard to UAV flights over built up areas, schools and generally being a nuisance.
CCTV
Government advice
Government guidance on using CCTV systems on your property
Information Commisioners Office (ICO)
On the ICO site is very good guidance on Domestic CCTV systems – guidance for people being filmed.
Pet/Animal welfare
Dogs
Dog walking / protection – Dog training – Dog hotel – Dog walking
Dog protection
Dog theft and abuse
There is a growing number of dog thefts and though this is a scary prospect it is still relatively uncommon but dog owners can still benefit from following simple and sensible advice.
local reports and advice
- Dog collars with minimum information on. It is illegale to not have your name and phone number on a dog disk, however that can make your dog a target for dog-napping.
- Resist posting pictures of your dog(s) on social media with the location switched on. Modern phones often record your location by default, when you post the image switch the location off.
- Watch for irregular visitors to your regular walking spaces. e.g. cars hanging around with 2/3 people in that do not look local
- Train your dog to not be so sociable to strangers. e.g. try and stop them wandering up to just anyone to say hello.
Dog training
renowned trainer
Lisa Jackson is a locally renowned dog trainer who has built an incredible reputation for sensible, quick and easy dog training techniques.
You can visit her school in Kempsey or visit her website for training advice, courses (beginners to advanced, puppy to rescue, etc.), dog care and dog stay-overs
Simple training makes life easier
- Choose a healthy snack and keep armed with lots of them
- Learn dog emergency techniques (assisted respiration, Heinlick maneauvour, first aid, etc.)
- Take a small ruck-sack or good-bag
Extra lead, snacks, water and [collapsable] bowl, etc.
Dog walkers
We have dog walkers in the community
Government guidance on using CCTV systems on your property
Other information
Dog hotel
stay-over dog hotel
other information
Local company’s used locally
There are expert companies for various jobs, which can be found on websites like Check a Trade. This section shows the work done and the companies that locals have used.
Share your suggestions in the comments if they are from Worcester/Worcestershire or nearby and used by people on the Arbo.
| Work | Company or worker | Rated? |
|---|---|---|
| Carpenter(s) | ||
| Chimney sweeps | Firefly Stoves: 01905 339696 | |
| Cleaning companies – regular or deep-clean | ||
| Door / window fixing/alignment (particularly metal frame doors and windows). | ||
| Electricians | Lee Harding: 07973 510721 | |
| Garden maintenance / landscaping | ||
| General builders – large jobs | Simon Buffong 07458 165872 | |
| General builders – small jobs | Simon Buffong 07458 165872 | |
| Locksmith | ||
| Odd jobs | ||
| Painters & decorators | Nick Singleton: 07714 314280 | |
| Roofers | ||
| Window work – new and repair (sash windows) | ||
| Woodwork (shelving, cupboards, etc.) | ||
| Moving and removals | Anyvan | Trustpilot |
Here is some advice hints and tips from experts. If you want to add suggestions or advice, please add a comment here.
If you’re a local business or want to promote something locally at the Arboretum, please inform us here.
Issues
REPORTING ISSUES
If it is of concern to you and your neighbours – log it here – whether it is reported to the police or not.
The more data we can pass to authorities, the better able they are to respond in the right places and the right times.
Chestnut Community Action Group 