AN OUTBREAK of norovirus at a popular Wotton takeaway led to health officers closing the shop.
After health officers carried out tests and contacted customers who had been infected, trading was permitted to resume as of today.
A Stroud District Council spokesperson said: "As soon as we became aware of reports of people becoming ill, we arranged for the voluntary closure of the business on the same day (Monday, October 12); then inspected it the next day and took samples. Within 48 hours we had contacted most people who had experienced illness.
“Initial test results indicate the source is likely to be norovirus. To ensure that could not be passed on, the business remained closed for 10 days and can reopen today (Monday, October 26) following a deep clean on Friday.
“Our investigations continue and we are keeping public heath colleagues fully informed." ... See MoreSee Less
WAMA STEPS UP TO GOVERNMENT-LED VOTE AGAINST FREE SCHOOL MEALS
Important message just in from Wotton Area Mutual Aid:
Do you usually receive free school meal vouchers or will struggle to feed your children this week? Do you live in Wotton or the surrounding area (from Wickwar to Tortworth and Hawkesbury to North Nibley – or anywhere in between). WAMA will be delivering food boxes on Monday or Wednesday of half term. Please use this link to fill in a form and order a box for your child:
or call us on 07545 042794 and leave a message if you are unable to fill in the form.
A box includes items to make a meal for your child every day for the week (along with extras). It includes things to make hot meals as well as those for packed lunches.
If you know any families who are in this position, PLEASE SHARE this information.
We are also in contact with local schools.
We are unable to accept donations of food from individuals (if you are a company, please get in touch) but we have a gofundme page if you would like to make a contribution towards the cost of the boxes. uk.gofundme.com/f/wama-boxes
Thank you so much to everyone who has already donated.
Many thanks and happy to give more information should you need.
Laura On behalf of Wotton Area Mutual Aid (WAMA) ... See MoreSee Less
Wotton Area Mutual Aid is raising money for our WAMA Boxes. These are essential food and toiletries boxes… Shaenna Loughnane needs your support for WAMA Boxes
Lights, camera, action... Wotton-under-Edge & District Round Table 974 held the first of their two drive-in cinema nights at Renishaw's New Mills site this evening. First on the bill was the Disney Pixar movie, Trolls. To book tickets for tomorrow evening's showings visit: 974.life/?fbclid=IwAR1kWY9YLc_lNvcdM2Tq8SV-le3E8Zc47lAnZ8G2VlWBJJS3L6KvQAQwGWA Picture by Matt Bigwood ... See MoreSee Less
In thick fog, on the night of October 25th 1960, tankers the Wastdale H and Arkendale H collided in the River Seven off Sharpness. Five crewmen lost their lives when the vessels crashed into a pier of the Severn Rail Bridge, causing a span to collapse onto them. The cargo of oil and petroleum exploded, and reports spoke of the river being ablaze. Firefighters from across the county, including a crew from Wotton-under-Edge, attended the incident but the chief officer denied them permission to try to reach the wrecks due to the dreadful conditions. They reached the wrecks at first light the following day to search for survivors, though without success. The bridge was never repaired and demolished in the late 1960s. The wrecks of the boats can still be seen at low tide and serve as a reminder of the tragic events 60 years ago. (Video by Matt Bigwood) ... See MoreSee Less
The Wotton Times
1 day ago
Kebab shop resumes trading
AN OUTBREAK of norovirus at a popular Wotton takeaway led to health officers closing the shop.
After health officers carried out tests and contacted customers who had been infected, trading was permitted to resume as of today.
A Stroud District Council spokesperson said: "As soon as we became aware of reports of people becoming ill, we arranged for the voluntary closure of the business on the same day (Monday, October 12); then inspected it the next day and took samples. Within 48 hours we had contacted most people who had experienced illness.
“Initial test results indicate the source is likely to be norovirus. To ensure that could not be passed on, the business remained closed for 10 days and can reopen today (Monday, October 26) following a deep clean on Friday.
“Our investigations continue and we are keeping public heath colleagues fully informed." ... See MoreSee Less
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Glad they have been able to reopen 👍 following investigations
So it wasnt food poisoning . But norovirus
I certainly won't be ordering anything from there for a very long time if at all 😬😬
Luke Messer excellent news, Reggie's till I die
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Jessica Merriman didn't you get ill from here?
Pretty rough on Reggies. Hope they do OK when they reopen.
Great news can't wait to get my next order in
Literally was so Ill after eating a donor kebab there I used to love regies but I'm done now won't be going back
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The Wotton Times
2 days ago
WAMA STEPS UP TO GOVERNMENT-LED VOTE AGAINST
FREE SCHOOL MEALS
Important message just in from Wotton Area Mutual Aid:
Do you usually receive free school meal vouchers or will struggle to feed your children this week? Do you live in Wotton or the surrounding area (from Wickwar to Tortworth and Hawkesbury to North Nibley – or anywhere in between). WAMA will be delivering food boxes on Monday or Wednesday of half term. Please use this link to fill in a form and order a box for your child:
bit.ly/wamahalfterm
or call us on 07545 042794 and leave a message if you are unable to fill in the form.
A box includes items to make a meal for your child every day for the week (along with extras). It includes things to make hot meals as well as those for packed lunches.
If you know any families who are in this position, PLEASE SHARE this information.
We are also in contact with local schools.
We are unable to accept donations of food from individuals (if you are a company, please get in touch) but we have a gofundme page if you would like to make a contribution towards the cost of the boxes. uk.gofundme.com/f/wama-boxes
Thank you so much to everyone who has already donated.
Many thanks and happy to give more information should you need.
Laura
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WAMA Boxes, organized by Shaenna Loughnane
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The Wotton Times
4 days ago
Lights, camera, action... Wotton-under-Edge & District Round Table 974 held the first of their two drive-in cinema nights at Renishaw's New Mills site this evening. First on the bill was the Disney Pixar movie, Trolls. To book tickets for tomorrow evening's showings visit: 974.life/?fbclid=IwAR1kWY9YLc_lNvcdM2Tq8SV-le3E8Zc47lAnZ8G2VlWBJJS3L6KvQAQwGWA Picture by Matt Bigwood ... See MoreSee Less
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Just 3 tickets left for Onward tonight.
The Wotton Times
5 days ago
In thick fog, on the night of October 25th 1960, tankers the Wastdale H and Arkendale H collided in the River Seven off Sharpness. Five crewmen lost their lives when the vessels crashed into a pier of the Severn Rail Bridge, causing a span to collapse onto them. The cargo of oil and petroleum exploded, and reports spoke of the river being ablaze.
Firefighters from across the county, including a crew from Wotton-under-Edge, attended the incident but the chief officer denied them permission to try to reach the wrecks due to the dreadful conditions. They reached the wrecks at first light the following day to search for survivors, though without success.
The bridge was never repaired and demolished in the late 1960s. The wrecks of the boats can still be seen at low tide and serve as a reminder of the tragic events 60 years ago. (Video by Matt Bigwood) ... See MoreSee Less
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6 days ago
Fancy a Friday night at the movies? Wotton-under-Edge & District Round Table 974 are hosting a drive-in movie night this Friday, 23rd October, at the Renishaw New Mills site. More information on timings and tickets can be found here: 974.life/?fbclid=IwAR3KGK0WG5eN0QEaoUIQnyTnw1ea0sFg4095AV3x3cnnTdYwjKQIJuNIh-A ... See MoreSee Less
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