Secondary school applications close 31 October
If your child starts secondary school in September 2027, apply for a school place by Saturday 31 October.
Emergencies and severe weather
Prepare for and get help in an emergency, flooding or severe weather.
In an emergency where lives are at risk, call 999.
Check for warnings
- Check for flood warnings and sign up for free alerts
- Met Office weather warnings
- Council service updates during an emergency
Flooding
We give out sandbags to homes at risk of flooding when a flood warning is issued. Call 01632 960 000, or 01632 960 004 out of hours.
Get ready
Make a plan and a grab bag with medicines, important documents, a torch and phone charger. If someone in your home relies on electricity for medical equipment, join your energy network's Priority Services Register.
Power cuts
Call 105 for free to report a power cut or get updates.