Welcome to Pett on the Net – the Community website for Pett & Pett Level.
This website is provided by Pett Parish Council for the community of Pett and Pett Level. If you want to post a news item of interest to the community, publicise an event, your group, society, or organisation, or report or comment on local events, then please contact our webmaster, Tim Rothwell, at tim.rothwell@pettnet.org.uk
Any views expressed on this website are not necessarily those of Pett Parish Council or the webmaster.
We also have a Facebook Page – Pett on the Net Group – which complements the website. If you would like to ask to join the FB Group, just click here
If you are visiting, or planning to visit, Pett and Pett Level, this is our website where you will find information about the area, including latest events, church services, local history and adverts for local services, including B&B, accommodation, pubs etc.Our Village Magazine, which can be accessed here, also contains local advertisements and other useful information.
Emergency telephone numbers and useful addresses can be found here
We hope you enjoy your stay.
Latest News/Notices/Articles
Neighbourhood Watch Update: 3 October 2019
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Rother Neighbourhood Watch News: 2 October 2019
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WEIGHT WATCHERS – PETT VILLAGE HALL
Because of a change of coach, there will be no Weight Watchers sessions at Pett Village Hall from Tuesday 8 October through to Tuesday 22 October. The next session will be at the Village Hall on Tuesday 29 October starting at 5pm as usual.
Keep Your Money Safe – The Latest Frauds in Sussex and Surrey
Each month we see many incidents of fraudsters targeting our residents in an attempt to defraud them. We’re working hard to prevent this and support vulnerable victims of fraud or scams. By following our tips and encouraging family, friends and colleagues to do so too, you can reduce the risk of becoming a victim.
Identities stolen to order mobile phones
An elderly man from East Surrey received a knock on the door from a delivery driver with a mobile phone in his name which he had not ordered.
The man took the parcel in to inspect and then received a call saying that the phone had been delivered to the wrong address and someone would come to collect it.
Quite rightly suspicious, the gentleman called the police and it became clear his identity had been used by criminals to buy the phone.
We have seen this type of fraud in both of our counties, with victims’ identities being used to buy goods and their addresses used for delivery.
Quick support app scam
A man was contacted on the phone, out of the blue, by someone who advised him to download an app called ‘Quick Support’ via the App Store. The caller said this was to remove a global virus affecting mobile phones. The caller kept the man on the phone for over an hour and a half, during which he did download the app. After this, the caller persistently asked the man to call his bank to see if any money had been taken from his accounts because this virus.
Fortunately the victim was suspicious and knew the tricks scammers use such as spoofing official phone numbers and keeping the phone line open at their end to pretend to be the bank, and no crime was committed in this case.
It’s wise to assume any call out of the blue from someone you don’t know could be a fraudster, and the safest thing to do is put down the phone.
Police impersonation frauds
It’s great to hear that more and more people like the man in our last example can spot the tricks and lies that fraudsters employ to lure us in.
But sadly we do continue to hear that fraudsters are telephoning elderly and vulnerable people and persuading them to part with their money, credit cards or personal details by masquerading as police officers. Over the last month we’ve heard that criminals have claimed to be DC Simmonds from the Metropolitan Police or DC Martin Rose from Surrey Police.
As you’ll know from this newsletter, this is an ongoing issue. We have a really effective scheme across both counties to protect people once they’ve been preyed on by criminals in this way, but we need to stop if before it happens and the best way of doing that is to simply hang up the phone. There are then various preventative measures you can take, such as changing your phone number or getting a call blocking device for your phone.
PPI (Payment protection insurance) frauds
We’ve noticed fraudsters calling people saying they are owed a PPI refund of several thousand pounds, but that in order to release the refund they need to pay an upfront ‘admin’ fee.
Scammers often ask people to make the payment by purchasing a voucher – such as Amazon gift cards or a Paysafe card – and calling them back to give the voucher code numbers. This helps them claim the money without it being traced.
Keep your money safe
Be suspicious of unexpected calls, especially if you’re asked to make an upfront payment or to give your bank account details.
Avoid making a payment to a company or person that contacts you out of the blue, especially if you’re asked to purchase a voucher, pay directly into a bank account or use a money transfer company.
Look for signs that a phone call, text message or email may not be genuine, such as a mobile or overseas phone number, or an email address from a hotmail or gmail account. Scam emails and letters often contain spelling mistakes and poor grammar.
How you can help us If you or someone you know is vulnerable and has been a victim of fraud call:
Surrey Police on 101 or visit www.surrey.police.uk Sussex Police on 101 or visit www.sussex.police.uk
Report fraud or attempted fraud, by contacting Action Fraud at http://www.actionfraud.police.uk/report_fraud or call 0300 123 204
There’s some really comprehensive advice on avoiding becoming a victim of identity theft on Action Fraud’s website.
https://www.actionfraud.police.uk/a-z-of-fraud/identity-fraud-and-identity-theft
Help us keep Sussex safe
Seen something suspicious or have information about a crime or incident? Please contact us online, email us at 101@sussex.pnn.police.uk or call 101.
Alternatively you can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111, or online at www.crimestoppers-uk.org
Village Voices: Update October 2019
Village Voices – October 2019 Update
All new members are welcome as always.
Brown Bins: Rother reopens Garden Waste Applications
Email from Rother Councillor Andrew Meir received today.
Dear Resident,
Andrew
Neighbourhood Watch Update – 29 September
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Neighbourhood Watch Update: 28 September
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M23 Roadworks – Update 27 September
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Saturday 28 and Sunday 29 September 21:00 to 05:00 Full closure of J10 exit slip Southbound. Diversion to J10a and back. Additional traffic is expected on the network this weekend due to a large football match at the AMEX on Saturday and open days at Sussex University. Monday 30 September to Friday 4 October 21:00 to 05:00 Full carriageway closure from J10 to J8 plus slips J10 and J9 Northbound. 1st Diversion for M25 via Copthorne Road, A22 and re-join at J6 M25. 2nd Diversion for Gatwick A2011 Crawley Avenue, A23 London Road, Airport Way. Gatwick contractors have works starting this week at the South terminal roundabout to refurbish the arch into the airport. There will be lane closures, which may lead to delays exiting. These works will continue for 3 weeks. If you’re interested in joining Neighbourhood Watch, or want to find out more, visit www.sussexnwfed.org.uk or send an email to enquiries@sussexnwfed.org.uk. |
| Message Sent By Derek Pratt (Sussex) (NHWN, Administrator, Sussex) |
Roadworks – Pett Road: 23 September – 2 October
Residents in Pett may have already received this notification from East Sussex Highways about roadworks and road closure to through traffic in Pett Road from 7pm-4am from Monday 23 September until Wednesday 2 October. Pett Parish Council has received no prior notice of these works. Apparently residents will be able to access their homes although ‘there may be delays’.
The map is not easy to read but it appears that the area affected is from the bottom of Chick Hill all the way up Pett Road/Friars Hill to the junction of Friars Hill and the A259 by the White Hart.
If any further information is received it will be published on Pett on the Net and the Pett Facebook page.
Rother Neighbourhood Watch Report: 14-24 September
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Leave a Light On
Don’t let burglars know you are not home.
Once it gets dark, make sure you leave a light on.
Stay secure – the nights are drawing in and autumn is now well and truly here.
Here are some home security tips – do you pass the burglary prevention test?
Daily security
Keep all wallets, purses, credit cards and car keys out of sight and out of reach.
If you leave your house empty, even if you are in the back garden, lock all the doors and windows.
An intruder alarm can be an effective deterrent against burglars, seek advice to ensure it is the most suitable for your needs.
Make it a habit to mark your valuables by using your postcode and house number or name.
Some articles are unsuitable for marking so photograph them next to a ruler.
Register your property at www.immobilise.com
After dark
Leave some lights on if it will be dark before you get home.
When you go out in the evening, always leave a light on in a room that cannot be peered into from the road.
Fit security lighting – either dusk to dawn energy efficient lighting that will come on automatically as dusk sets in, or infrared activated lighting which draws attention to movement.
Front door security
Don’t let anyone into your home that you don’t know. Always ask for identification – official visitors won’t mind being asked for ID.
Fit a door chain or bar, and if you have a solid front door, a wide angle door viewer.
In the garden
Ensure gates or access to the rear of the house are locked and secure.
Trim overgrown plants – don’t give burglars a hiding place.
Secure garden tools and ladders in a locked shed or garage to prevent them being used to break into your home.
The best defence against burglary is prevention.
For more advice on crime prevention visit www.sussex.police.uk
In an emergency, or if you see a crime in progress always dial 999.
Help us keep Sussex safe
Seen something suspicious or have information about a crime or incident? Please contact us online, email us at 101@sussex.pnn.police.uk or call 101.
Alternatively you can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111, or online at www.crimestoppers-uk.org
Pett and Pett Level Village News: October 2019
Mike Wilkins, the Editor, has uploaded the October 2019 edition of Pett and Pett Level News to Pett on the net. It can be read here Pett Village News October 2019
Smuggler, Pett Level: Planning Decision
The decision of the Planning Committee of Rother District Council relating to the change of use application in respect of the Smuggler, Pett Level, can be read here
Neighbourhood Watch and Pett Parish Council Meeting: 17 September
Prior to the meeting of Pett Parish Council on 17 September, Ted Kemp (Chairman) (Chairman@rothernhw.co.uk) and Chris Ashford, Treasurer, of Rother Neighbourhood Watch gave a presentation to local residents. Ted and Chris outlined the role Neighbourhood Watch plays in the community and gave details of how to become a member. You can join by visiting www.rothernw.co.uk
Although individuals can join without there being local (unpaid) Co-ordinators, it would be very helpful if there were at least one or ideally more Co-ordinators for Pett and Pett Level. Neighbourhood Watch Co-ordinators have to be Police checked before they can start work. If you are interested in becoming a Co-ordinator, please contact Tim Rothwell in the first instance at tim.rothwell@pettnet.org.uk
Tim is acting as the Communications Facilitator for Pett Parish Council in respect of Neighbourhood Watch.
More details on the presentation, and other issues relating to the current work of Pett Parish Council can be read in the September report of the Chair of the Parish Council, David Penfold, here
Operation Sceptre – Targeting Knives and Knife Crime In Sussex
The campaign to take and keep knives off Sussex streets continues with a second specific focused week of activities.
Operation Sceptre running between September 16-20, supports the work Sussex Police carry out all year round to ensure residents are safe from knife crime in their communities.
Originally started by the Metropolitan Police Service, Operation Sceptre is a twice-yearly run campaign that aims to tackle the danger that knife crime poses by educating those most at risk and carrying out proactive work that takes knives off our streets.
Inspector Simon Burroughs said: “We are keenly aware of how much focus there is on knife crime at the moment and in recent weeks, we have had incidents that have led to people being injured, sometimes seriously. We now need everyone to help in keeping our county safe.
“Operation Sceptre gives us a chance to talk about knife crime in a realistic and open fashion: we want to give young people the chance to stay safe, we do not want to demonise them. It is imperative we remind them they have choices in life, and that help is out there if they do not feel safe.
“Talk to the young people in your life, drop off your dangerous and unwanted blades to our knife amnesty bins and if you need to talk to someone anonymously, Crimestoppers can be reached on 0800 555 111. As always, you can report crime online or via 101. In an emergency, always call 999.”
As well as the educational side, targeted patrols will take place across the county, including at transport hubs with officers working alongside British Transport Police colleagues. Other prioritised activity includes target stop and search, particularly against known habitual knife carriers, and test purchase operations.
There is also a knife amnesty where people are encouraged to drop off their dangerous or unwanted knives and blades at police stations across Sussex. These amnesty bins are in place all year round, and there will be no consequences if weapons are disposed of safely here. Knife amnesty bins are located at the following stations: Worthing (Chatsworth Road), Shoreham, Chichester, Bognor Regis, Littlehampton, Midhurst, Horsham, Crawley, Eastbourne, Lewes, Seaford, Newhaven, Haywards Heath, Burgess Hill, East Grinstead, Hastings, Bexhill, Battle, Rye, Hailsham, Uckfield, Crowborough and Brighton.
Test purchasing will be carried out throughout Sussex, where officers, PCSOs and cadets will mystery shop to see which premises allow them to buy knives without their age being asked for.
The week is being supported by Sussex Police and Crime Commissioner Katy Bourne. She said: “Getting killed, having life changing injuries or a prison sentence because of knife crime are not choices anybody would rationally make. However, we are still seeing far too many young people putting themselves at risk by carrying a knife.
“This is why our Reboot programme is working across Sussex to tackle serious violence at its earliest stages and is already providing invaluable support to nearly 400 vulnerable young people.
“As part of this we are educating them on the dangers of criminality and how to recognise when they are being exploited. By doing so, I hope to stop young people having their lives ruined by knife crime or any other form of criminality.”
Help us keep Sussex safe
If you saw or heard anything, or have any information about any incident in this message please contact us online, email us at 101@sussex.pnn.police.ukor call 101, quoting the reference number provided.
Alternatively you can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111, or online at www.crimestoppers-uk.org
Message Sent By
Lee Melbourne (Police, Prevention Support & Engagement Officer, Sussex)
