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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)
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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
Now Online
Project and
Current Status
(350 new homes)
410 Homes
now approved
Linden Homes
Web Site
Flagship Homes
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More anger and uncertainty – so what now for local councils?A decision on local government reorganisation is delayed once more. Will it ever happen in the East?
On the frontline of social care as PM promises reformWhat are the experiences of those working in the sector, and what improvements do they want to see?
Approval of £1.5m regeneration funding recommendedCambridgeshire and Peterborough Combined Authority is expected to consider the funding on Monday.
Police praise victims of Army Cadets sex abuserA police officer says work is ongoing to identify further victims.
New 20mph speed limits introduced in two villagesThe restrictions are on selected roads in Elm and Friday Bridge, Cambridgeshire County Council says.
Couple's spooktacular event aims to raise thousandsRob Sheehan and Liam Collis are hoping to raise £15,000 this year for a local cancer charity.