Walton Focus Team

06/10/2026

05/10/2026

*Today is World Meningitis Day. What do you need to know?*

Meningitis is an infection of the protective membranes around the brain and spinal cord. It can develop quickly and can make people seriously ill.

Here are some of the symptoms to look out for:
• high temperature
• ⁠severe or worsening headache
• ⁠stiff neck
• ⁠⁠⁠dislike of bright lights
• ⁠vomiting
• ⁠confusion
• ⁠being very sleepy or difficult to wake
• ⁠a rash that does not fade when a glass is rolled over it

Babies and children under 5 may also feed less, have a high-pitched cry, be floppy or unresponsive, or have a bulging soft spot on the top of their head.

Not everyone with meningitis gets a rash. If you think you or someone else could have meningitis, call 999 or go to A&E immediately.

ℹ️ https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/meningitis/

_Forward this message to help others know the signs of meningitis._

01/10/2026

Check and plan ahead for the weekend...

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26/09/2026

Walton highway disruption late Sepember/October.

18/09/2026

In the coming week there are going to be several traffic disruptions in and around Walton.
Newport Road (South of Kingston Roundabout) closure between Kingston Roundabout and Dankworth Way closed 21 Sep 09:30 - 23 Sep 16:30 due to drainage jetting and maintenance, pavement, ground & utility investigation works.
Bletcham Way V11 To Britten Grove including Gregories Drive and the North end of Byre Crescent. Stop/Go traffic management due to survey work - expect delays 21 Sept 09:00 - 04 Oct 16:00.

17/09/2026

Did you know that many of these Tech Companies are based in Walton Ward?

Just under a month to go until Milton Keynes Tech Week 2026. From 12-16 October, Milton Keynes will become a showcase for the ideas, technologies and innovators shaping the future. With more than 35 events across the city, it's your chance to discover what's next in AI, robotics, digital innovation and entrepreneurship. More here: www.milton-keynes.gov.uk/one-month-mk-tech-week

15/09/2026

*It’s Sexual Health Awareness Week.*

Did you know sexual health clinics are *free* and available to *everyone*?

They offer things like:

- contraception
- testing and treatment for sexually transmitted infections (STIs)
- ⁠medicine to protect against HIV…
…and more!

📞 Whatever your age, gender, ethnicity or sexuality, you can call them up and book a visit.

Sexual health clinics are non-judgmental and reassuring. And anything you share is kept confidential.

Find your nearest one 👉 https://www.nhs.uk/service-search/sexual-health-services/find-a-sexual-health-clinic/

_Share this with someone who might need it._

12/09/2026

Twyford Lane in Walnut Tree will be closed on Wednesday 16th September 2026 between 9:30am and 4:30pm in order to complete highway maintenance and to reinstate a loose chevron sign. Alternative routes are shown below.

11/09/2026

TELECOMMUNICATIONS MAST, TIMBOLD DRIVE, KENTS HILL PARK
There is going to be an upgrade to the existing telecommunications mast on Timbold Drive that is opposite to Kents Hill Park Secondary School. Please go to https://www.be.milton-keynes.gov.uk/pr/s/detail/a0lWS000005AQ81YAG for further information including technical details and comments.

11/09/2026

MKUH New Hospital Building - Town Planning Consultation
Online and feedback form open until 25 September 2026. Visit https://www.mkuh.nhs.uk/mkview/ to have your say.
Milton Keynes University Hospital (MKUH) is delighted to be progressing plans to deliver the MKUH New Hospital Building on the current hospital site as part of the government’s New Hospital Programme. The new hospital building will provide a new home for maternity, neonatal and children’s services, alongside additional surgical bed capacity, supporting the delivery of high-quality patient care for our growing community.