Neighbourhood Alert - Are You Leaving The Door Open For Hackers? 22/12/2021

Are You Leaving The Door Open For Hackers?

Why are software updates important? Software updates are an important part of staying secure online. But why? You’ll often hear about the new features or performance improvements in a software update, but what isn’t talked about as often are the bug fixes and security improvements. Out-of-date software and apps contain weaknesses. This makes them easier to hack. Companies fix the weaknesses by releasing updates. When you update your devices and software, this helps to keep hackers out. Why would cyber criminals target me? Your device contains a lot of personal data that is highly valuable if it fell into the hands of a fraudster. The likelihood is your device will contain your full name, date of birth, address, bank details, passwords, as well as many other forms of personal data such as private photos or videos. Improve your online security by using automatic software updates We understand it can sometimes be annoying to remember to update your devices every time a new update is released, that’s why we encourage you to enable automatic updates wherever it’s available. That means you don’t have to manually install updates every time they’re released.  We’ve provided some useful links below where you can find step by step instructions on how to enable automatic updates for your devices and apps. Apple - Mac (opens in a new tab) Apple - iPhone and iPad (opens in a new tab) Microsoft Windows 10 (opens your MS settings) Windows 7 is no longer supported. You should upgrade to Windows 10 Android smartphones and tablets (opens in a new tab) Android apps (opens in a new tab)   For more of the government’s latest advice on how to stay secure online, visit the Cyber Aware website: www.cyberaware.gov.uk   Thanks for reading! If you found this information useful, please help us spread the word by forwarding this email to your friends.

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Refuse and Recycling Collection Dates

To find out what day your bins should be put out you can enter your postcode into https://my.cheshirewestandchester.gov.uk/en/AchieveForms/?form_uri=sandbox-publish%3A%2F%2FAF-Process-0187a2f6-15cb-413a-8a3f-b6d14d63da57%2FAF-Stage-e18b38ff-be8a-45f4-ac14-f8821024f0c4%2Fdefinition.json&redirectlink=%2F&cancelRedirectLink=%2F&category=AF-Category-328c6fc1-4db1-4eb1-9904-f6c0192ba618&fbclid=IwAR36cQY1aTC4X2HBx0w3Url9ppRUr6UWK3xetRn9cqQBlNBDumoGO3umAeo and print off your calendar.

Also, if you are awaiting the new bin service to start you can get further details here https://my.cheshirewestandchester.gov.uk/en/service/Check_your_recycling_bin_delivery_date

Do You Know Where To Report Scam Messages? 18/12/2021

Do You Know Where To Report Scam Messages?

Fake emails and text messages are a common tactic used by cyber criminals, their goal is often to convince you to click a link. Once clicked, you may be sent to a dodgy website which could download viruses onto your computer, or steal your passwords and personal information. In order to try and convince you that their messages are legitimate, criminals will pretend to be someone you trust, or from some organisation you trust. This could be your Internet Service Provider (ISP), local council, even a friend in need. And they may contact you by phone call, email or text message. Reporting suspicious emails: If you have received an email which you’re not quite sure about, you can report it by forwarding the email to the Suspicious Email Reporting Service at: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. As of 31st October 2021, the number of suspicious email reports stands at more than 8,100,000, with the removal of more than 67,000 scams and 124,000 URLs. Thank you for your continued support. *In a small number of cases, an email may not reach our service due to it already being widely recognised by spam detection services. The vast majority of reports do reach our system so please keep reporting any suspicious emails you receive. Reporting suspicious text messages: You can report suspicious text messages to your mobile network provider, for free, by forwarding the text to 7726. If you forward a text, your provider can investigate the origin of the text and take action, if found to be malicious. If 7726 doesn’t work, you can find out how to report a text message by contacting your provider. (On many Android devices and iPhones, pressing and holding on the message bubble should present the option to forward the message) For more of the government’s latest advice on how to stay secure online, visit the Cyber Aware website: ncsc.gov.uk/cyberaware Thanks for reading! If you found this information useful, please help us spread the word by forwarding this email to your friends.

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Higher Heyes Development - Updates September 2021

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Updates from September 2021

Please see the latest development update from Torus Homes with regards the Higher Heyes development.  It appears that the positions of some of the dwellings is slightly different to the approved positions and, as such, the developer has been advised by Cheshire West & Chester planning department that this would need to be considered under a new planning application.

Torus themselves have offered the following update and request that any questions or comments be directed to their Sales team - This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.