The Swanwick, Riddings, Leabrooks & Somercotes Edition - May 2018

Swanwick, Riddings, Leabrooks & Somercotes

May ‘18

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Editor’s Message I hope you all love our funky front covers this month! They are a special design to celebrate Star Wars day. For those who don’t know it’s May 4th i.e. “May the fourth (force) be with you”. A big thank-you goes out to Angie of AlfDesigns.co.uk who produces these brilliant pictures as part of her @PurpleTrees_Alf profile on twitter – give her a follow for more of the same, she really is very talented!

As our magazines continue to grow (keep an eye out Crich!) we find ourselves in need of a little help here at Voice HQ and we’re looking for a new sales person to help Dave and I build on our fantastic band of loyal advertisers. The role will be shared with a fantastic I.T company who are really going places quickly, see below for more details.

On that note, we are still looking for a distributor in Blackwell, so if you are interested or know anyone who might be, give us a tinkle via the details below.

As usual the mags are choc-full again this month and with the improving weather it’s the perfect time to try a new hobby or activity or get along to one of the great events, whether you want to try your hand at sailing or launch a rubber duck down the Derwent, so make sure you check out ‘Things To Do’!

A big part of the joy of doing these magazines is seeing new businesses start-up and grow. In fact we have even had a few advertisers take a break from the magazines as they’re just too busy! All these local businesses are local people, so remember every time you shop local you are supporting real people and their families in your community.

On that note Congratulations to Charles of CB IT who has opened a new store in Alfreton. He has been advertising for a while now and it’s great to see him doing so well. (See page 31 for more) Finally, a quick foster-dog update. Flake is here and he is a little charmer! This one is going to be hard to part with I can tell you!

Happy Reading,

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Voice Magazines & Affirm IT are looking for a:

Sales Representative Full Time – 39 hours per week

The role will be split across two businesses; one based in South Normanton, one in Heanor. Both workplaces offer a fantastic opportunity for the right person to learn and grow, earning a good starting salary with significant potential for career development.

We are looking for a self-motivated natural communicator who is resilient, highly driven and eager to learn and develop. Applicants with previous sales experience preferred.

Salary: From circa. £18k per annum (depending on experience) Send CV and covering letter to:

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Emily To advertise contact...

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David on: 01773 549 035 or 07976 182 589 david@voicemagazines.co.uk

Upcoming Submission Deadline for Advertisers and Contributors June Edition – 4 th May July Edition – 8 th June Printed by Newman Thomson and distributed to 5,000 homes in Swanwick, Riddings, Leabrooks & Somercotes. Disclaimer: No responsibility is accepted by Voice Magazines Ltd for claims, errors or omissions made in advertisements appearing in this issue. All advertisers are accepted in good faith and we are not responsible for views expressed by contributor or other sources. Reproduction of the contents of this magazine is not permitted without the prior consent of the publisher.

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Things to do Chesterfield AreA WAlking festivAl 12 th – 20th MAy 2018

Enjoy the Chesterfield Area on foot combining a walk with a boat trip along the Chesterfield Canal or discover George Stephenson’s connection with Chesterfield on a walk ending with a talk from George himself at Chesterfield Museum. With 54 walks to choose from there’s got to be one that suits you. Ranging from just 2 or 3 miles up to a 34-mile trek.

Most walks are free. All are led by a fully trained guide who knows the history, wildlife and the best countryside to walk through (as well as the best pubs to visit) in the beautiful Chesterfield landscape. www.chesterfieldwalkingfestival.co.uk

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Charity Golf Day

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Tee off will be from 12.30 pm, teams of four £130 including coffee and bacon roll on arrival and a two-course dinner after the golf.

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Alfreton & District rAmblers club Bring a drink and packed lunch.

Suitable footwear and clothing required. New faces made welcome.

Contact either Dave on 07543 100 655 or terry on 07891 517 057 for more information or visit our website

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uPcoming WAlks

All walks meet at 9:30am at Alfreton Library Car Park • Thurs 3 rd may John & Janet Dovedale • Sun 6 th may TBC • Sun 20 th may Keith & Shirley Four Dales (10 miles) • Sun 3 rd June Brian Savage Morton (8.5 miles) • Thurs 7 th June Terry Alport Heights (5 miles)

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Things to do Ey Up Mi DUck RacE Now is the time to get your ducks in a row ready for the colourful Ey Up Mi Duck Race, which returns to Derby on

Saturday 9th June

This year’s race takes place at a new venue – behind Riverlights at Derby River Gardens.

It is accompanied by a family fun day with stalls, refreshments and more from 11am to 3pm. The race will start at 1.30pm, with the winners announced at 2.45pm.

Giant yellow ducks are now on sale for £30 each, ready to be decorated and entered in the hotly-contested Best Dressed Duck competition, which is judged at 12pm on race day.

Duck race updates can be found at www.sightsupportderbyshire.org.uk/events or follow the Facebook event from our Facebook page at www.facebook.com/SightSupDerbys

Give SailinG a Go

The Royal Yachting Association’s ‘Push The Boat Out’ give you the chance to try sailing and windsurfing for free or low cost in Derbyshire this month. There are At least nine venues across Derbyshire are hosting events throughout May. All kit and safety equipment is provided so just bring a pair of old trainers you don’t mind getting wet and your sense of fun. Refreshments will be available with a host of shoreside activities and entertainment to enjoy too. Find your nearest event at www.rya.org.uk/ptbo

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Slimming World Recipe Speedy Chicken and Vegetable Rice I often find the hardest thing to do when trying to lose weight is avoid a cheeky takeaway. Well Slimming World have a few tricks up their sleeves when it comes to this. Why not try this recipe or get down to one of their groups to hear about their fabulous ‘fakeaways’.

Method: 1. Spray a large non-stick frying pan or wok with low calorie cooking spray and place over a medium high heat. Add the garlic, ginger and stir-fry vegetables and stir-fry for 4-5 minutes.

2. Turn the heat to high and stir in the cooked rice and shredded chicken. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes or until piping hot.

3. Add the soy sauce, stir-fry for 30 seconds and then drizzle over the beaten egg. Cook for 2-3 minutes or until the egg has scrambled.

4. Remove from the heat and stir in the spring onions. Serve immediately garnished with spring onion slivers.

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Serves: 4 Ready in: 30 minutes Syns per serving: FREE

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• 400g cooked, skinless chicken breast, roughly shredded • 425g cold, cooked white long grain rice • 300g pack crunchy stir-fry vegetables • 4 tbsp light soy sauce/tamari • 2 eggs, lightly beaten • 6 spring onions, finely sliced • 1 tsp grated root ginger • 2 garlic cloves, peeled and crushed or grated • Low calorie cooking spray • Spring onion slivers, to garnish

If you have a recipe that you’d like to share then please send it to: info@voicemagazines.co.uk

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Mandy’s Travel Page There are so many amazing places in the world and in my job I seem to be in a different part of the world every day; working on your bucket lists and dream holidays or simply getting you the best deal for your annual holiday or a quick romantic getaway.

I can help you with it all.

Last month I was telling you all about visiting Liverpool, prior to that we have gone Cruising and before that we went to India and Florida. So as we embark upon the traditional holiday season, beautiful Bali springs into my mind, as I recently had an enquiry. The couple told me they wanted to see elephants, monkeys and temples with some time on the beach.

Here is the Itinerary I have suggested for them: Ubud is in many ways the cultural heart of Bali and a great place for a 4 night stay. It’s in the mountains, but only an hour away from the airport. It is an artistic place with markets and a relaxed pace. In the centre you will also see Puri Saren Royal Palace. A walk down the boutique lined Jalan Hanoman leads you to the Ubud monkey forest. You are surrounded by beautiful river valleys and rice terraced landscapes. In northern Ubud you can visit the elephant park set in lush botanical gardens and jungle where you can get up close and personal with the 31 Sumatran elephants.

Beaches as you can imagine Bali has quite a few beach resorts and they are all different so it is important to choose the right one for you.

Seminyak is Bali’s most stylish and upscale beach resort. It has the chic restaurants, hotels and boutique shopping. In the evening it has a lively classy nightlife scene.

Kuta Beach is Bali’s most famous beach. A once simple & quiet fishing village is now a very busy place with lots of traffic, attracting visitors especially the surfers. It has an exciting nightlife scene with all the bars and nightclubs with international DJ’s. This isn’t the place if you are looking for peace and quiet.

Sanur Beach is one of Bali’s original beach resorts. It has retained its original charm and attracts mainly European visitors. It has a lower key, laidback atmosphere compared to the other beaches I’ve mentioned, as well as a wealth of arts and culture.

As you can see, all the hard work of research and planning has been done and all they have to do now, like all my clients, is sit back and enjoy their stress free holiday!

I am available 7 days a week to take your enquiries and 24/7 whilst you are away in the event of an emergency.

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Out & About

A daily guide to some of the local clubs and groups in your area

Monday

st. andrews Baby & toddler group The Old School House, Swanwick. Term time - 10am - 11.30am. From young babies to school age.

Contact Sara t: 01773 608083 m: 07736 927854 dog obedience classes Vacancies for this continuous class at Pentrich Village Hall, 7pm until 9pm. Call Margaret for more info on 07917 854486 amber Valley Voices Friendly Community Choir that meets at Swanwick Methodist Church Hall 7.30pm. Call Angie 01773 605050 for more info. soroptimist International amber Valley The Women’s International Service Organisation - a global voice for women. Meets every 2nd Monday, 7-30 pm at Firs House, Firs Gardens, High St. Alfreton. Contact 01773 745082 or 748606 south normanton gardeners association Friendly group that meets on the 2nd Monday of the month at the Post Mill Centre, SN at 7:30pm. Call Nigel on 01773 811429 e.m.J.J.a Jiu Jitsu & kobudo cub Monday at Alfreton Community Hall, Mansfield Road, Alfreton.

7.30pm -9.00pm. £5.00 per lesson. First lesson free. Contact Sensei D Kershaw on 07840 327134 or email darrenker@sky.com dizzy days playgroup Church of Christ Colledge Street, Riddings, from 10am – 11.30am. Contact Beverley on 07880 816298, email enquiries@oscari.org www.oscari.org

Tuesday

amber friendship group Meets on the 2nd Tuesday each month 2:30 to 4:30pm at Swanwick Methodist Church Hall for entertainment & afternoon tea. Call 01773 604204 for more info. dance group Riddings Community Centre, West Street, Riddings, DE55 4EW - 8:30pm - 10:30pm. Come and join a friendly group.

Coffee Morning Swanwick Baptist Church, Derby Road, Swanwick, DE55 1BG, hosts coffee, chat and crafts from 10am until 12pm. swanwick cygnets toddler group Meet at the Old School House, Swanwick. Term time - 9.15am 10.45am. Contact Angela - 01773 606329. luncheon club At Swanwick Methodist Church, Derbys Road, Swanwick. DE55 1AB. Contact Gill on 01773 607860 for more details. starter & sweet lunches Held on the 4th Tuesday of each month, 12-2pm at St James Church, Riddings. Contact Mrs Allsopp 01773 607590. somercotes choral society Rehearses every Tuesday at 7.15pm at Swanwick School and Sports College, Hayes Lane.

No auditions. A great hobby. We perform two concerts a year.

More information from David 07949 322 717.

NRAS Chesterfield (National Rheumatoid Arthritis Society) On the 1st Tuesday of each month at 6.30pm until 8pm at The Community Room (found at the back of the store), Tesco Extra, Clay Cross, Chesterfield. S45 9LU. 01628 823524 socially motivated ladies group - Church of Christ Colledge Street, Riddings. 10am till 12. Crafts, chat, cuppa and cake.

Contact Beverley on 07880 816298, email enquiries@oscari.org www.oscari.org pentrich Historical society The third Tuesday of each month (September to June).

7:15pm. Pentrich Village Hall. Talks on various historical subjects. Light refreshments served. £3 per meeting. For more info visit www.facebook.com/Pentrich-Historical-Society or contact Michael Parkin on 01773 603071 oscari men social group - Church of Christ Colledge Street, Riddings. 1pm till 3pm. Chill, chat, pool, activities. Contact Beverley on 07880 816298, email enquiries@oscari.org www.oscari.org Zion methodist, market street Coffee Club, 2nd & 4th Tuesday of the month, 10 – 11.30am Contact: Freda Ludlam 01773 811875

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alfreton model railway’s society club Open from 7pm for our club nights. The model railway is open for running most weekends and school holidays 11am to 5pm. Contact secretary.arms@btinternet.com, Fb: pg/ alfretonmrs/about/, Butterley Station, Ripley, Derbyshire, DE5 3QZ, T: 07838 002459. over 50’s club Held at Riddings Park Community Centre, DE55 4EW. 10am to 12am, come and enjoy a friendly cuppa, Bingo, Raffle and a chat. somercotes st thomas ladies group Meet in Somercotes Village Hall every Tuesday except the first Tuesday in the month starting times 8pm and finishing at around 10pm.New members welcome please turn up on the night and the group will be very pleased to see you.

Wednesday

Baby group Held at Pinxton Nursery School, Kirkstead Road, Pinxton. NG16 6NA. 1 – 3pm, All under 1’s welcome. Call 01773 863105 derbyshire wildlife trust Meets on the 2nd Wednesday of every month at Riddings Community Centre, West Street, Riddings.

Each month there is a rafle and speaker with topics of interest. swanwick wI 3rd Weds each month at Swanwick Methodist Church Hall, 7:30 - 9:30pm. Call Pam 01773 602335 for more info. oakwood royal British legion Meet at the Oakwood Community Centre, 8:30- 10:30pm. All welcome for socials & branch meetings. Call 01332 679282. alfreton town Juniors u14’s 7-8pm at Somerlea Park astro pitch, call Ben on 07972 927236. watchorn tots parent and toddler group Watchorn Church, Derby Road, Alfreton. Term time - 10am - 11.30am. For further details contact Judith via www.watchornchurch.com over 50’s sequence dancing Riddings Community Centre, West Street, Riddings, DE55 4EW. 2pm - 4pm. Small friendly group enjoying light exercise and friendship. Rafle tea and biscuits. Contact 01773 607907 greenhillock’s fellowship Over 50’s club at Wood St Methodist Church, Ripley. Wed 2pm to 3:30p. Call David on 01773 423854 aVrufc senior section Training during close season takes place at Amber Valley RUFC, Lower Somercotes (opposite Pye Bridge Ind Est.) starts at 7pm - 8.30.

Contact Stuart Artliff 07966 867946 or Gareth Pilkington 07772 366157. south normanton dramatic society We meet at the Post Mill Centre in South Normanton, 7:30pm until 10pm. Contact Ian at sthnormds@gmail.com or FB www.facebook.com/SNorDS for more information. e.m.J.J.a Jiu Jitsu & kobudo cub Wednesday at Alfreton Leisure Centre, Church Street, Alfreton.

7.00pm – 8.00pm. £5.00 per lesson. First lesson free. Contact Sensei D Kershaw on 07840 327134 or email darrenker@sky.com J28, the common Wednesday Club 6.30 – 7.30 pm School Years 1-5, term time only Contact: 01773 810410 / j28church@btconnect.com / www.thejunction28church.com salvation army, market street Wednesday Night Fellowship @ 7pm Contact Ruth Sheppard 07855 455093 / Joan Mellors 01773 783386 swanwick men’s shed Now open to new members 3:30pm Wednesday and Thursday. Tea, cake and wood working projects. Turners Lane, Off Crays Hill, DE55 1AS. Contact Charlie Parkes 07967 378305 swanwick reading group We meet on the second Wednesday of each month at the Boot and Slipper pub in Swanwick at 7pm. For further details please call Gary on 07941 766448 or email garynwood@hotmail.com creative youth group Under 9’s welcome with an adult. Church of Christ Colledge Street, Riddings, from 4pm – 5.30pm. Contact Beverley on 07880 816298, email enquiries@oscari.org www.oscari.org

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alfreton society of painters Going for over 70 years. New members welcome. 7-9pm at the Genesis Centre, King Street, Alfreton. Call Carol for more info on 01773 603707. alfreton & district u3a Meet every second Thursday of each month at Christ the King Church Hall, Nottingham Road, Alfreton at 2pm. Contact Gill on 01773 608863, email gilldawe.egd@gmail.com leabrooks cougars fc Training sessions for U13’s. 6-7pm at Swanwick Hall School. Contact Andy on 07811 227720. alfreton male Voice choir rehearsals 6:45pm at Palmer Morewood Social Club, Hall Street. New members welcome- no audition, just a love of singing. 01773 833391 ripley poetry reading group, Meet at Ripley Library, Grosvenor road,2nd and 4th Thursdays of each month, 2pm to 4pm.

Contact Janet Dawson, 01773 513247, for further details. salvation army, market street Drop-in Centre / Café 9.30 – 12.30 Contact Ruth Sheppard 07855 455093 / Joan Mellors 01773 783386 Zion methodist, market street Youth Club for ages 5-11 @6.30pm Contact: Freda Ludlam 01773 811875 J28, the common Platinum Seniors, 1st Thursday of the month Contact: 01773 810410 / j28church@btconnect.com / www.thejunction28church.com crafty cuppa and cake with optional crafts - Church of Christ Colledge Street, Riddings, from 10am – 12. Contact Beverley on 07880 816298, email enquiries@oscari.org. www.oscari.org oscari social cafe - 2 course home cooked meal, £2.50. 12 – 2pm.

Church of Christ Colledge Street, Riddings, from Contact Beverley on 07880 816298, email enquiries@oscari.org. www.oscari.org Coffee Morning For All 9.30am to 11.30am at the Riddings Park Community Centre (DE55 4EW). Come and enjoy a drink in pleasant company, all ages welcome, come and enjoy & make new friends. swanwick men’s shed - Now open to new members 3:30pm Wednesday and Thursday. Tea, cake and wood working projects. Turners Lane, Off Crays Hill, DE55 1AS. Contact Charlie Parkes 07967 378305

Friday riddings wI Meet on the 3rd Friday of each month at Hathersage Drive Community Centre, Leabrooks. 7-9pm. New Members welcome. Contact Marion on 01773 607104. alfreton rendezvous group Now meets at the Palmer Morewood Social Club on Hall Street.

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J28, the common The Zone. School Years 6 – 11. 7.30 – 9.30.

50p entry plus tuck shop Contact: 01773 810410 / j28church@btconnect.com / www.thejunction28church.com shining stars youth group for under 12’s Church of Christ, Colledge Street, Riddings, from 6:30pm – 8pm every week. Contact Chris on 07738 221330 for more information. alfreton model railway’s society club Open from 7pm for our club nights. The model railway is open for running most weekends and school holidays 11am to 5pm. Contact secretary.arms@ btinternet.com, Fb: pg/alfretonmrs/about/, Butterley Station, Ripley, Derbyshire, DE5 3QZ, T: 07838 002459.

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a.d.a.s.c football club Various training sessions for 5 - 16 year olds. Availability for 5 year olds to start training next season and 6 & 7 years olds required for the summer league. Contact Barry on 01773 836017 Monthly Coffee Morning From Saturday 1st August held each month on the first Saturday from 10 am to noon. We will have a fantastic selection of scrumptious home-made cakes, Plants in variety and so much more. Entry is free. Held in Somercotes village hall, next to St Thomas parish church. Everyone Welcome.

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salvation army, market street Drop-in Centre / Café 9.30-12.30 Contact Ruth Sheppard 07855 455093 / Joan Mellors 01773 783386 st michaels & all angels parish church, church street, south normanton Coffee morning last Saturday of the month from 10:00am to 12noon. Cakes and goods for sale to raise money for the building fund. Everyone welcome! Contact: Rev Stephen Potter: 01773 811273 email: stephen.potter55@gmail.com

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greenwood archery Meet at Swanwick Pentrich Road Football Club on High@ield Road at 10am. Call Simone on 01773 602605 for more details. amber Valley Junior rugby Coaching for kids from 4yrs to 16yrs at Lower Somercotes (opposite Pye Bridge Ind Est). Sundays 10am. Contact Stuart 07966 867946 or Gareth 07595 520537. alfreton Heritage trust The Heritage Chapel on Rodgers Lane is open between 2 & 4pm. Visitors are welcome to browse & test the knowledge of Trust members. Contact Rachel Walker on 01773 832349 or visit www.alfretonheritage.org.uk café church A time to enjoy music and conversation in a relaxed atmosphere with refreshments - all welcome. Church of Christ Riddings, Colledge Street from 3pm. Call Chris 07738 221330. church of christ sunday service Meets every Sunday at 3pm at Colledge Street, Riddings. Everyone Welcome. table top sales At the Riddings Park Community Centre, West St, Riddings, DE55 4EW. First Sunday of the month, 10am to 12pm.

Entrance 20p. Sellers from 9am - £5 per table. To book ring Pat on 01773 541794 Zion methodist, market street Morning Worship @ 10.45am Contact: Freda Ludlam 01773 811875 J28, the common Morning Service @ 10.30am with ‘Energise’ children’s club. Evening Service @ 5pm Contact: 01773 810410 / j28church@btconnect.com / www.thejunction28church.com salvation army, market street Sunday Worship @ 10.30am followed by refreshments in the Drop-in Centre / Café Contact: Ruth Sheppard 07855 455093 / Joan Mellors 01773 783386 Community Church, Birchwood Room, Postmill Centre, off market street. 10.45am All Welcome.

Children’s activities during the meeting. Mark Oldershaw 07971547555 snccpastor@gmail.com swanwick Baptist church - Morning worship 10.45am every Sunday.

Occasional 6pm services and other activities are listed on our website www.swanwickbaptist.co.uk or contact Brian on 01773 833109 st michaels & all angels parish church, church street, south normanton We warmly welcome you to our services. 9:15am Holy Communion 1st Sunday of the month. 10:30am Cafe Church in the Church Hall each week. 4:30pm Evening Prayer or Holy Communion.

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Guiding offers opportunities in the following sections: Rainbows age 5-7yrs • Brownies aged 7-10yrs Guides aged 10-14yrs • Adult Leaders 18yrs + Senior Section aged 14-25yrs If you or your daughter would like to know more about Joining visit www.girlguiding.org.uk/interested or call 0800 1 69 59 01 amber Valley gymnastics club monday to friday evenings and all-day saturday. Sessions range from beginners to competitive levels. With pre-school classes during term time ranging from parent and baby sessions to structured independent sessions. For more information email ambervalleygymnastics@outlook.com stonebroom pre-school We are open monday, tuesday, wednesday, thursday & friday, term time, 9.00am - 12.00pm. We offer places for children aged 2 - 5 years.

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Rambles with Rafa So Rafa was back to flying solo this month as we’re between foster dogs for this walk. However, it was not for long as our latest foster pup, Flake, is in place and should be with us when we do next month’s walk.

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Mike’s Musings When I saw the title to this month’s entry I thought, “at last, we’re going high-brow”.

Well I should have known better! Having said this Mike had me guffawing over my coffee with this one!

Saving the Planet

I had a big response to the suggestion from George that I relayed to you last month. He was essentially asking if, once the Union of Clever & Intelligent People (UCIP) had a working majority at Westminster, would legislation be introduced ensuring that only men had the power to alter the thermostat settings on any domestic or workplace based central heating system.

“Ah’m no happy aboot whit yir proposin’ to dae aboot thermostat control bein’ a joab fur men only.” By way of explanation, you ought to know that Morag was brought up in Kirkintilloch! She went on to tell me that “Ma man, Angus, can be affa cruel sometimes and whan ah turn the heatin’ up a degree, he jist gaes an’ opens anither windae.”

Broadly speaking, from the letters, texts and emails that I’ve received or conversations that I’ve had, it would appear as if approximately 50% of the population would be in favour with the other half (and that was often the appropriate description – just think about it!) steadfastly against.

These two examples, whilst possibly a bit extreme, are typical of the sort of response I’ve had. Clearly, to combat the effects of manmade influence on climate change, and ensure that our grandchildren still have a planet to live on, something has to be done. The problem for UCIP however, is that if they promote the type of policy that George advocates, it looks as if they’ll alienate just as many voters as they are likely to attract.

To give you a flavour, here’s what Jeremy had to say.

UCIP would definitely get my vote if this eminently sensible proposal was one of the key elements of their manifesto. For far too long, we’ve been needlessly wasting valuable finite resources ensuring that half the population are comfortable at home or at work. It’s got to the stage where I no longer suggest ‘just put your coat and gloves on my pet if you’re feeling a bit chilly’, whilst I’m sitting in my armchair ay home wearing just a vest and shorts. As the thermostat is raised a couple of notches I now just mutter a little under my breath and................... take off my vest.

To balance this I was stopped in the street last week by Morag who ‘bent my ear’ as she told me............

NB – George, who has all the makings of a future Minister for the Environment in a UCIP led government, has come forward with another radical proposal to help ‘save the planet’. Bet you (ladies in particular!) can’t wait to hear that. All will be revealed in June.

~ This month’s quiz is a little easier than normal.

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There are some reasons to be optimistic but with the controversy surrounding the new owner is there light at the end of this very long tunnel?

It’s been a long old season at Nottingham Forest, and one that many of us will be glad to see the back of. It began with much fanfare, new owners and a manager that seemed to be perceived by many as the one that would play the kind of football the City Ground regulars had been craving.

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There’s a reason they’ve been out of the top flight for almost 20 years, they haven’t been good enough.

This is a club that should demand high standards, players with desire, with courage and ones who want to fight to get Nottingham Forest back into the Premier League, because let’s be honest, barring two play-off campaigns under Billy Davies, this is a club that have spent more time at the bottom end of the second tier than the top.

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Mansfield Mansfield Road Road Sutton-In-Ashfield • NG174HH• •NG174HH 01623 510777 •www.draycotts.net Sutton-In-Ashfield 01623 510777 www.draycotts.net Fuel consumption in mpg (l/100km) for the models shown: Urban 29.1(9.7)-47.9 (5.9), Extra Urban 47.9(5.9)-74.3 (3.8), Combined 38.2 (7.4)-61.4 (4.6), CO2 emissions 170-106g/km. MPG figures

are official EU test figures for comparative purposes and may not reflect real driving results. Models shown: Picanto ‘GT-line S’ 1.25 83bhp 5-speed manual at £14,250 including optional chargeable Clear White paint at £250, All-New Stonic ‘First Edition’ 1.0 T-GDi 118bhp

6-speed manual ISG at £20,245 including premium chargeable Blaze Red with Black roof paint at £545 and cee’d ‘GT’ 1.6 T-GDi 201bhp 6-speed manual at £24,025 with standard Track Red paint. Specification varies across the range and is subject to change without notice.

Fuel consumption in mpg (l/100km) for the models shown: Urban 29.1(9.7)-47.9 (5.9), Extra Urban 47.9(5.9)-74.3 (3.8), Combined 38.2 (7 *£2,000 (inc. VAT) scrappage saving available to private customers excluding Personal Contract Hire when registering a Picanto, All-New Stonic or cee’d between 01.04.2018-30.06.2018 in the United Kingdom, Isle of Man or Channel Islands. This offer is conditional on the

scrappage of a vehicle, of anyfor make, originally registered on or before 30.06.2011 owned by the customer for at least three months prior to shown: the new vehicle’s registration date. The saving is 5-speed in lieu of all other offers. Only scrappageincluding payment can optional be claimed chargeabl are official EU test figures comparative purposes and mayandnot reflect real driving results.

Models Picanto ‘GT-line S’scrappage 1.25 83bhp manual at one £14,250 each vehicle scrapped. 7 year / 100,000 mile manufacturer’s warranty.

6-speedfor manual ISG at £20,245 including premium chargeable Blaze Red with Black roof paint at £545 and cee’d ‘GT’ 1.6 T-GDi 201bhp 6-speed manual at £24,025 with standard Track Red paint. S *£2,000 (inc. VAT) scrappage saving available to private customers excluding Personal Contract Hire when registering a Picanto, All-New Stonic or cee’d between 01.04.2018-30.06.2018 in the Uni scrappage of a vehicle, of any make, originally registered on or before 30.06.2011 and owned by the customer for at least three months prior to the new vehicle’s registration date. The scrappage sa for each vehicle scrapped. 7 year / 100,000 mile manufacturer’s warranty.

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