Our Road Safety Team are reminding people to check trailers & caravans are safe and legal before setting off on each journey. An annual service & daily check is recommended. This video contains useful tips on safe towing orlo.uk/Caravan_Safety…

We have declared an internal critical incident due to a power outage affecting a number of our hospitals in Bristol city centre.

We are asking the public not to attend our hospitals until the incident is resolved. Please use alternative services in the area. (1/2)

🕑 Over the early May bank holiday weekend, there may be a change in opening times for some NHS services, such as pharmacies and GP surgeries.

💊 Make sure you get your prescription medicines in good time, and check pharmacy opening hours here: orlo.uk/Pharmacy_Openi…

The result of the Avon & Somerset Police & Crime Commissioner elections held on 2 May 2024 has been declared.
Clare Moody Labour & Co-operative Party has been elected. For details avonpccelection.org.uk
Bristol City Council North Somerset Council Somerset Council South Glos Council Avon & Somerset Police & Crime Commissioner

Thank you to everyone who turned out to vote.

The polling stations are now closed and our staff will be working through the night to count the votes.

The results will be published will be published on the orlo.uk/Results_Centre… and on our website orlo.uk/qQuYU

We are getting ready to count your votes in the Avon and Somerset Police and Crime Commissioner election and the New Cheltenham ward by-election. If you haven’t voted yet, the polling stations are open until 10pm but don’t forget your voter ID. Read more: orlo.uk/How_To_Vote_YW…

Not been able to post your postal vote for the Avon and Somerset Police and Crime Commissioner election? You can hand it in to any polling station by 10pm tonight - you won’t need photo ID but you will need to fill in a form. Find a polling station: orlo.uk/Find_Your_Poll…

Taking children to polling stations – Children are welcome at polling stations as it's a great way to learn about the democratic process but they are not allowed to mark your vote on the ballot paper.

Go to orlo.uk/Avon_And_Somer… details of the election.

Polling stations are open for the Avon and Somerset Police and Crime Commissioner election and New Cheltenham by-election (where applicable). Your polling station should be printed on your polling card and don’t forget to take voter ID with you.

More info:orlo.uk/Voter_ID_fWPLe

Today is Maternal Mental Health Day.

As a parent or carer, it is essential to look after your own mental health and wellbeing, for yourself and for your family.

For resources and activities to try with your child, visit: orlo.uk/Happy_Parent_H…

#MaternalMHMatters

Would you know what to do if you saw a woman being harassed or abused?

Everybody can play a part in challenging violence against women and girls, and in our joint campaign with Kingswood RFC 🤎💙, we highlight several safe ways to intervene.

More info here: orlo.uk/Tackling_Viole…

The West of England Combined Authority's Business Innovation Fund is now accepting applications, to provide financial support to businesses to develop new products, and may receive a grant up to £25k. The application window is open now until 23 May, 2024👉 orlo.uk/Business_Innov…

A Bristol man has been ordered to pay a total of £1,298 in fines and costs after South Gloucestershire Council prosecuted him for waste offences following the discovery of a fly-tip on a residential street.

Read more 👇
orlo.uk/Fly_Tip_gfXH5

Have you been a victim of hate crime in #SouthGlos in the last two years? We are holding a 'voices of victims' discussion on 22 May and want to hear from people who have experienced abuse, threats or attacks because of who they are. Email [email protected].

🚴 Encourage your staff to hop on a bike and you could be in with a chance of being awarded up to £1,000.

Active Travel Grants are available to community groups and businesses with under 250 employees.

To apply, email [email protected] before 31 May.

💉 If you're aged 75 or over, a care home resident or have a weakened immune system, you may be eligible for a Covid-19 spring booster.

📅 You can book an appointment via your GP or on the NHS app. Walk-in vaccination clinics will also be offered, visit orlo.uk/Get_Your_Covid…

This week (29 April to 5 May) is Maternal Mental Health Awareness week.

Raising awareness of maternal mental health issues, reducing stigma and helping more people access care and support.

To find out more visit orlo.uk/Maternal_Menta…

#MaternalMHMatters

Yate Heritage Centre + partners are holding a WW2 exhibition on Jun 8 at the Whirlpool factory, BS37 5HR. The free exhibition focuses on the devastating attacks on the factory. Find out more 👇 orlo.uk/WWII_First_Aid…

Whooping cough can affect people of all ages but for very young children it can be particularly serious.

Getting the whooping cough vaccine in pregnancy is a highly effective way to protect your baby in the first few months following birth.

More info: orlo.uk/Whooping_Cough…

We've teamed up with Kingswood RFC 🤎💙 to highlight how we can all play a part in challenging violence against women and girls.

To find out how you can safely intervene if you witness acts of harassment or abuse, watch our video: orlo.uk/Kingswood_RFC_…

#VAWG #kingswoodrfc #enough