Police warn of advert scam

Cumbria Police repeatedly advise and warn local communities about telephone, computer and cold calling scams that they become aware of in their area.

Recently information has been received relating to a scam caller targeting local businesses purporting to be from Cumbria Police.

The caller claims that they are selling advertisement space for a website called communityguardian.co.uk.  Cumbria Police can confirm that these calls are not affiliated to the force and that police would never request money from businesses or members of the public.

Police advise people to ignore or hang up calls of this nature. They also advise to be wary that they may ring back immediately following been hung up on and police ask that this be simply ignored.

Inspector Jon Sherlock, Community Safety Unit, said “Police officers will always identify themselves by name and the station they are attached to. Unfortunately there are people out there who will attempt to gain money fraudulently. I strongly advise anyone who receives calls like this to hang up immediately.

“If you are ever unsure if a call from the police is genuine, ask for the person’s name and then hang up. Using a different phone, as the caller may still be linked to yours, dial 101 and ask for that specific person – if they are genuine, the Communications Centre will be able to put you through to them.”

For more advice, please contact Action Fraud at www.actionfraud.org.uk or contact the Action Fraud Hotline on 0300 123 2040.

Signal Films - a fantastic opportunity to be in with the chance to create work for Channel 4’s Random Acts short film strand!

We’re excited to be hosting a free workshop as part of Random Acts North, an amazing opportunity for young people aged 16-24yrs to create stunning short films.

The workshop takes place on Saturday 4th July 1pm – 4pm at Signal Film and Media. This is a fantastic opportunity to be in with the chance to create work for Channel 4’s Random Acts short film strand!

The Random Acts Centre for the North is looking for Short Film Ideas by 16-24 Year-Olds. From dancers and poets, to filmmakers and artists, we’re looking for young people with the boldest and freshest ideas for short films. If you are aged between 16 and 24 and live or study in the North of England (Cumbria, North East, North West or Yorkshire) you can apply to make a film with a budget of £4000.

The Information and Ideas Workshop at Signal Film and Media - Saturday 4th July 1-4pm
An information and creative ideas workshop where you will get chance to find out more and meet the team from the Random Acts Network Centre to find out what they’re looking for, how you can get involved and get help with the application process.
Please email or call to book a place:
steph@signalfilmandmedia.co.uk / 01229 838592
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Further information on the overall scheme led by Tyneside Cinema can be found by clicking here or you can just contact steph@signalfilmandmedia.co.uk / 01229 838592
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What is Random Acts?
They are bold expressions of creativity delivered in short film form. They come in many flavours: live action, animation, serious, cheeky; made by dancers, visual artists, poets, musicians, writers, filmmakers; they are between 90 seconds and 3 minutes long. To get inspired check out the past work by clicking here.
The people behind Random Acts...
Random Acts is a partnership between Arts Council England and Channel Four. The Arts Council has appointed five Random Acts Network Centres across England that offer education, training and production support for 16-24 year olds working in a diverse range of art forms to create short films designed for inclusion as part of the Random Acts strand on television and online. Tyneside Cinema is the lead organisation for Random Acts Centre North, working in partnership with a wide range of organisations to enable young people to access this opportunity.

Thought for the Week

“What is done to children they will do to society.” Dr Karl Menninger 1893-1990

This Girl Can Campaign - Barrow

This Girl Can is a celebration of active women everywhere. It shows that whatever our size, ability or previous experience, sport can be a fun and enjoyable part of our lives.

It is a national campaign, developed by Sport England and delivered in partnership with a wide range of organisations.

Dancing isn’t just for the weekend – click on the link to find out more.

If you or your organisation would like to find out how to get involved, access marketing materials or learn more about the campaign then please register at Sport England.

Barrow #ThisGirlCan!

There are lots of healthy fun activities in Barrow!

Like our new Facebook page Barrow #thisgirlcan – click here

Job Vacancy at the Rugby Shop, Barrow

Due to the retirement of the current holder, Barrow Raiders are inviting applications for a Lottery and Shop Manager.

Organised and overseen by the Barrow Rugby League Auxiliary Association, you will be responsible for the following areas:-

·         Managing collections for the Barrow Rugby Gold Rush Lottery, Super Lotto and The Football Pools.

·         Responsible for the accounting and statutory returns of these lotteries to the Gambling Commission and local authority.

·         Purchasing and marketing of club and associated merchandise to potential customers.

·         Generating new clients and a proactive sales service.

·         Assisting Barrow RLFC in other duties as and when required.

For more details on how to apply, follow the link here

Family Friendly SkyRide – Sunday 14 June Barrow-in-Furness

Family Friendly SkyRide – Sunday 14 June

Barrow-in-Furness, Eat, Drink and Ride

Starting Point and Postcode: Tesco Metro store, Flass Lane, Roose LA13 0DZ

Overall Duration: 1 hours 30 mins (45 mins cycling)

Bike Type: Mountaine Bike, Hybrid (off road tyres), Hybrid (road tyres) and Suitable for child trailers

Accessible Route – British Cycling assessed with guidance from disability charities – this route is suitable for the majority of adaptive bikes.  The route will have no or low levels of traffic there will be plenty of space and a good surface throughout.

Read more at http://www.goskyride.com/Search/Details/60775#pxilwPPxYf7iurf3.99