Every child deserves the opportunity to grow up safely supported by their family & community Results show that Bury's Family Safeguarding approach is helping families get support earlier, with 46 fewer children entering care & more children able to remain safely at home 1/2🧵

Be prepared: Yellow Wind Warning Strong winds and heavy rain are expected over the weekend with the possibility of some disruption Our Highways team are checking gullies at hotspots Operational teams will be on standby to respond to any incidents such as fallen trees 1/2🧵

Why does Bury Council need to make savings? More people need support, particularly in adult and children’s social care, and the cost of providing services continues to rise. Some planned savings have also taken longer to deliver. Have your say – link in the comments.

We’re keeping comments closed on these posts so that views are captured through the formal consultation and can be considered as part of the decision-making process.

Have your say about Bury’s budget We’re considering changes to some council services and charges as we work to balance next year’s budget. The consultation is open until 30 November. Read the proposals and tell us what you think – link in the comments.

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To mark Allied Health Professions Day, Bury Council recognised the vital contribution of occupational therapists and other allied health professionals who help residents live healthier, safer and more independent lives. Read more in the thread 1/2🧵

Two nurses employed by the NCA and working as part of our Urgent Community Response Service have been selected to receive the prestigious Queen's Nurse Award The service has also been shortlisted for the University of Manchester's External Partner of the Year award More 1/2🧵