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This site has been run and funded by a Burwell resident since it was established back in 1999. It is not for profit but hopes to provide a platform to promote the village and provide information to residents. The more information and contributions received, the better. (Apologies for the rough edges but time is limited)
I don't have or want a Facebook account so if you have community information 'hidden' on a closed Facebook page and want it to appear on this site please contact me.
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For everyone and especially parents the following guide provides useful advice on:
Mobile phones and apps
Streaming content and smart TVs
Gaming consoles and online games
Social media
Cyberbullying
Privacy and information security
Viewing inappropriate content online
Online predators
Version 1: The Ultimate Parent Guide for Protecting Your Child on the Internet Version 2: The Ultimate Parent Guide for Protecting Your Child on the Internet
See also these guides from www.antivirusguide.com
Internet Safety for Kids: The Definitive Guide [2022] The Ultimate Social Media Safety Guide for Kids [2022] The Definitive Guide to Parental Control [2022]
Postal Code: CB25 (Changed 2006-2007 from CB5)
STD CODE: 01638
Latitude: 52:16:26N (52.274)
Longitude: 0:19:43E (0.3287)
GeoNames: 2654195
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Project and
Current Status
(350 new homes)
410 Homes
now approved
Linden Homes
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Flagship Homes
Sex, lies and police spies: The disputed story of the 'creepy' undercover officerAndrew Coles denies claims he deceived a young woman into sex while infiltrating an activist group.
Council agrees £2m to tackle EHCP assessment delaysCouncil says hundreds of children have been waiting nearly two years for SEND support plans.
Estate records 'abundance' of wildlife despite droughtWimpole's "long-term approach to nature recovery" has seen more than 5,000 species recorded.
Wildfires are UK's 'new reality', MPs warnMPs say the UK needs firefighting aircraft, tougher prevention measures and a new wildfire strategy.
Busway project reduced in size after feedbackA barrister says the area of land intended to be acquired is no longer needed.
Leisure centre revamp plans face fresh delayIt is "disappointing" the decision has been delayed but a new report is needed, says council leader.
Pyrotechnic vicar Rev Ron Lancaster dies aged 95Lancaster, a retired chemistry teacher, is remembered as "a true pioneer of the British fireworks industry".
Bid to reduce council's £45m school transport billCambridgeshire County Council said about £3,600 per child is spent on home-to-school transport.
Woman bailed as baby death inquiry continuesA woman arrested on suspicion of murder over the death has been detained in hospital, say police.
Work begins to block cars from city's roadA retractable bollard is being installed in the middle of the tree-lined avenue for at least a year.
Ambulance service sees record 999 demandAs it goes into its busy winter season, the service says it is receiving more 999 calls for help.