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Gillotts Funeral Directors An Independent Family Business serving Families for Generations Our Selston Funeral Home, located in the former Selston Police House at Wilde’s corner, serves families throughout a wide area.

Our dedicated team, including Funeral Directors Anthony Topley and Helen Ellis, and Funeral Arranger Danni Allen, are available to meet with you to discuss funeral arrangements or funeral planning either at our premises or in your own home. Our Selston Funeral Home: 133 Nottingham Road, Selston NG16 6BT Tel (24 hrs):01773 306909 Eastwood

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New Years Eve- Bournemouth 5 days (Mon 30th Dec – Fri 3rd Jan) Half Board, Entertainment, Fancy Dress, Beaulieu Gardens, & Motor Museum.

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2nd Tuesday of each month 9am – 12 noon – South Normanton Market Place 12.30 – 1.30pm – Somercotes Market Place Draycotts Kia Mansfield Road, Sutton-In-Ashfield, NG174HH

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Official fuel economy figures for the e-Niro: mpg N/A, CO2 emissions 0g/km and an electric combined range of 282 miles, to a city range of 383 miles. These figures were obtained after the

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battery had been fully charged. The e-Niro is a battery electric vehicle requiring mains electricity for charging. MPG figures are official EU test figures for comparative purposes and may not reflect real driving results. The figures shown here are for limited comparison purposes; fuel consumption is tested using WLTP and C0 2 emissions are NEDC equivalent. Only compare fuel consumption, CO2 and electric range figures with other cars tested to the same technical procedures. For more information about WLTP please refer to kia.com/uk. Model shown: All-New e-Niro ‘First Edition’ 201 bhp 1 speed automatic transmission at £33,560 (after. PICG deduction) including premium White Pearl paint at £565. Plug-in Car Grant is a £3,500 deduction from original OTR price of £37,060. Niro range available from £23,490. Specification varies across the range and is subject to change without notice.

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2nd Wednesday of each month 9.30am – 12 noon – Clay Cross Market Street 12.15 – 1.15pm – Morton Sitwell Arms

2nd Friday of each month 9am – 1pm – Ripley Market Place 3rd Tuesday of each month 9am – 12 noon – Blackwell Community Centre 12.30 – 1.30pm – Newton Community Centre

3rd Thursday of each month 9am – 1pm Alfreton Severn Centre Car Park (Outside B&M Bargains) 3rd Friday of each month 9am – 2pm – Sutton Market Place Portland Square (outside wilko)

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Things to do

Things to do Chesterfield Area Walking Festival 11th – 19th May With a range of walks from a 2/3-mile family ramble up to the 34-mile Chesterfield Round Walk, there is a walk for everyone. . Most walks are free but some charges may apply. Visit www.visitchesterfield. info/whats-on/walkingfestival for more information and to book online.

Saturday 11th – Sunday 12th May Newark Showground, NG24 2NY A great, traditional, family day out. Featuring The International Dzhigitovka Show – The worlds best Cossack Trick Riders and the return of popular Gardening Duo Frooj and Fred, plus lots of old favourites and some new exciting displays.

Tickets: Adult Advanced £10 (Gate £15). Under 17’s go FREE. Call 01636 705796 or book online www.nottinghamshirecountyshow.com

Plant Hunters’ Fair at Carsington Water

Plant Hunters’ Fairs return to Carsington Water on Bank Holiday Monday 27th May with their popular free to enter plant fair. Featuring highly respected specialist nurseries with a great mix of plants and specialities to delight plant lovers of every level of experience Full details of nurseries attending from www.planthuntersfairs.co.uk

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Sunday 5th & Monday 6th May – Beer and Bands at Crich – Beer festival with various bands of different genres playing. Sunday 19th May - Classic Transport Gathering - Welcoming classic vehicles built prior to 1979. See website for details.

South Normanton Gardeners Association upcoming events:

Saturday 25th May – Sunday 2nd June – Beside the Seaside - Family event bringing the seaside to Derbyshire. There will be a funfair, with rides at additional cost Further information at www.tramway.co.uk

Friendly group that meets on the

Knights Tournament at Bolsover Castle

Normanton at 7.30pm.

Have you been watching Game of Thrones on TV and wondering ‘how do I get myself a piece of that action?’. Well if you have maybe this event is for you. Immerse yourself in medieval life in the encampment, where you can meet people from the Middle Ages and try on a knight’s armour for yourself. Budding warriors can join in with drills out on the field, and even get a taste of medieval combat in the kids’ battle. Prices vary and tickets are available to purchase on site on the day.

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second Monday of the month at the Post Mill Centre, South

Saturday 25th – Monday 27th May. 11am – 5pm

Bank Holiday Monday 27th May. 10am – 4pm FREE ENTRY to Plant Fair & Country Park (charge to park)

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Slimming World Recipe Chicken Tikka Masala This is a true Slimming World Classic! Lot’s of people who follow the plan say the curries are amazing and this is one of the original and best. So why not try for yourself? Serves: 4

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Book Review

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The Penelopiad by Margaret Atwood

To say Margaret Atwood is a bit of a superstar writer is an understatement. In the wake of The Handmaid’s Tale on TV, which has introduced the Canadian author to a whole new audience, she’s arriving on our shores in autumn for a sell-out speaking tour of the UK. So fans are currently waiting for Testaments, described as a sequel to The Handmaid’s Tale. But in the meantime a short treat from Margaret Atwood is The Penelopiad, written as part of a series in which wellknown current writers such as Philip Pullman and Jeanette Winterson have re-told myths from ancient times. In the original story, Penelope is the perfect devoted wife of Odysseus, silently weaving and waiting for her hero husband to return covered in glory from a conquering voyage around the world. But The Penelopiad naturally gives us a slightly different version of events. Sly, feisty, clever and funny, Penelope is keeping the kingdom together while her husband slays dragons and sleeps with goddesses. She’s supported, if that is the word, by a chorus of “naughty” maids who, like most bit players in these kinds of story, come to a sticky end. Needless to say, the chaps in this telling of the tale don’t emerge covered in glory, but it is immense fun with some serious barbs and you don’t need any knowledge of Greek myths to get it.

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Out & About

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

Monday

Tuesday (cont...)

Soroptimist International Amber Valley Firs House Alfreton, The Womens International Service Organisation - a global voice for women, 2nd Monday of the month, 01773 745082 or 748606 South Normanton Gardeners Association 7.30pm, Post Mill Centre, 2nd Monday of the month, Contact Nigel, 01773 811429 E.M.J.J.A Jiu Jitsu & Kobudo Club, 7.30-9pm, Alfreton Community Hall, £5 Lesson first one free, Contact Sensei D.Kershaw, 07840 327134, darrenker@sky.com South Normanton Striders 6.30pm, Fredrick Gent School, Contact Rob, 07962 308933, www. activityderbyshire.co.uk/jog Newton & District - OAP Club, 7-9pm, Newton Community Centre, Musical Entertainment, 01773 873414 The Base Youth Club 5-7pm, The Base South Normanton, School Years 6-8, 01773 510882, www.snapyouth.org SNAP Detached Youth Work 5-7pm, South St Recreational Ground, School 6-11, 01773 510882, www.snapyouth.org Little Stars Toddler Group 1-2.30pm, St Helens Church Selston, Term time only. £1.50 for first child, extra children 50p each. Please bring a drink for your child/ children. Adults receive a hot drink with snack for children. Selston Community Church Bible Study/Teaching, 7.30pm, Centrepoint Church, Jacksdale, Contact Russ Clarke or Ryan Clarke, 07964 726385 or 07807 002201, selstoncommunitychurch@gmail.com Selston Community Church Monday Prayer Meeting, 8pm, Centrepoint Church, Jacksdale, Contact Russ Clarke or Ryan Clarke, 07964 726385 or 07807 002201, selstoncommunitychurch@gmail.com Kirkby Men in Sheds 9am - 12pm, St Thomas’ Church Hall, Kirkby In Ashfield NG17 7DX, Contact Chris, 07961 080284 Café 22 Community Café 9.30am - 12pm, The Ashwood Centre, Kirkby, Not Bank Holidays. Drinks/Café free to all, donations welcomed, 01623 758974 Rattle Rhyme and Roll, 10.30 - 11am, Kirkby Library, Ashfield Precinct, Kirkby, FREE, relaxed, friendly nursery rhyme sessions for babies and toddlers. During Term time only, 01623 753236

Mini Roarers Toddler Group 9.45-11.30am, J28 Church, South Normanton, Ages 4 & under. Term time only. £1.50 for first child, extra children 50p each. Please bring a drink for your child/children. Adults receive a hot drink with snack for children., 01773 810410, admin@j28church. com 1.30-3.30pm , Post Mill Centre, 3rd Tuesday of the month. For people and supporters of sufferers of lung related illnesses including asthma and COPD., Contact Ros, 01773 831990 South Normanton Dramatic Society 7.30-10pm, Post Mill Centre, 3rd Tuesday of the month, www. facebook.com/SNorDS@gmail.com for more details, Contact Ian, sthnrmds@gmail.com Messy Play 9.15-10.30am, Pinxton Parish Hall, 15months-3 years £2 The Base Lads Night 5.30-7.30pm, The Base South Normanton, Last Wednesday of the month, School Years 7 - 11, 01773 510882, www.snapyouth.org NEW Sensory Play Pinxton Nursery School, 0-18 Months The Base Girls Night 5-7pm, Pinxton Youth Centre, School Years 7-11, 01773 510882, www.snapyouth.org Derby A Capella, 7.30pm - 10pm, Chester Green Community Centre, City Road, DE1 3SA, Contact Gordon, 01332 518594, gordonsavage@yahoo.co.uk Kirkby Rotary Club 6.30 for 7pm, Summit Centre, Kirkby (2nd Tues), Coxmoor Golf Club (4th Tues), www.kirkbyrotary.org.uk, Contact Philip Hurt, 01623 305471 Seesaw Toddler Group 9.30am - 11.15am (term time), The Ashwood Centre, Kirkby, Free, 01623 758974

Tuesday

NRAS Chesterfield ( National Rheumatoid Arthritis Society) 6.30-8pm, Tesco Clay Cross Community Room, 1st Tuesday of the month, 01628 823524 SNAP Detached Youth Work 5-7pm, South St Recreational Ground, School 6-11, 01773 510882, www.snapyouth.org Forest Gump Joggers 6.15pm, Fredrick Gent School, Beginners Jogging Group, Contact Heather, 07983 51273, www.activederbyshire.co.uk West Ashfield Rotary Club 6.45pm for 7pm start, Derbyshire Hotel, Contact Mike, 01773 609942 Zion Methodist Coffee Club 10-11.30am, Zion Methodist Church Market Street, 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month, Contact Freda Ludlum, 01773 811875 Messy Kidz 4-6pm, St Helens Church Pinxton, £2 for snacks & Drinks, Contact Zynell Callaghan, 07866 029978, messykidzpinxton@gmail.com

Wednesday

Oakwood Royal British Legion 8.30-10.30pm, Oakwood Community Centre, All welcome for socials and branch meetings, 01332 679282 AVRUFC Senior Section 7-8.30pm, Amber Valley RUFC, For Training during closed season, Contact Stuart Artliff or Gareth Pilkington, 07966 867946/07722 366157 Baby Group 1-3pm, Pinxton Nursery School, All under 1’s welcome, 01773 863105 E.M.J.J.A Jiu Jitsu & Kobudo Club 7-8pm, Alfreton Leisure Centre, £5 lesson first one free, Contact Sensei D.Kershaw, 07840 327134, darrenker@sky.com Salvation Army Fellowship 7pm, Salvation Army Market Street, Contact Ruth Sheppard/Joan Mellors, 07855 455093/01773 783386 South Normanton WI 7.30pm, Post Mill Centre, Friendly Group with a variety of ages, 07580 635589 Selston Wednesday Club 10.15-12.15pm, Parish Hall, Selston, Active Group for the over 50’s. Table Tennis, Kurling, Dancing, Keep Fit, Carpet Bowels & Croquet, Contact Maxine, 01773 719444 Jacksdale Dollies WI 7.45pm, Westwood United Reformed Church, 4th Wednesday of the month, 07989 641345, Through Facebook Zion Methodist Freedom Project 9am - 1pm, Zion Methodist Church Market Street, South Normanton, open for all to drop in have a drink and get advice about housing ,benefits and the food bank, Contact Freda Ludlum, 01773 811875

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Alfreton Society of Painters 7-9pm, Hathersage Community Centre, Contact Carol, 01773 603707 Alfreton & District U3A 2pm, Christ the King Church Hall, 2nd Thursday of the month, Contact Gill , 01773 608863, gilldawe@gmail.com Alfreton Male Voice Choir Rehearsals 6.45pm, Palmer Moorwood Social Club, New members welcome. No audition just a love of singing, 01773 833391 Salvation Army Market Street 9.30-12.30pm, Salvation Army Market Street, Drop in Centre, Contact Ruth Sheppard/Joan Mellors, 07855 455093/01773 783386 Platinum Seniors 1st Thursday of the month, wwwj28church.com for more information, 01773 810410, admin@j28church.com Newton Toddler Group 1-3pm, Newton Community Centre, Term time only, Contact Kathryn, 01773 872031 Newton Methodist Church Coffee & Chat 10-11.30am, Newton Methodist Church The Base Pinxton 6-7.30pm, Pinxton Youth Centre, School Years 6-11 , 01773 510882, www.snapyouth.org Bible Study & Prayer Meeting 7-8pm, CentrePoint Community Church, Jacksdale, Alternating Bible Study & Prayer Meeting, Contact Paul, CentrePointOutreach@reborn. com Zion Methodist Stay and Play Toddler Group 9am - 11am, Zion Methodist Church Market Street, South Normanton, for parents and children from birth to school age , Contact Freda Ludlum, 01773 811875 Youth Club Drop-in 6 - 8pm, The Ashwood Centre, Kirkby, Term Time, 11-18s, Free, 01623 758974 Rattle Rhyme and Roll 2 - 2.30pm, Kirkby Library, Ashfield Precinct, Kirkby, FREE, relaxed, friendly nursery rhyme sessions for babies and toddlers. During Term time only, 01623 753236 St Wilfred’s Craft and Chat, 1.30 - 4pm, St Wilfred’s Church Hall, Kirkby, 01623 614867

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Tiny & Toddlers 9-11am, Pinxton Village Hall, 0-3 Years, Contact Are these the same group Toddler Group 9.15-11.15am, Pinxton Parish Hall, 0-4 years £1.50 month, 01773 834281/747072 Seesaw Toddler Group 9.30am - 11.15am (term time), The Ashwood Centre, Kirkby, Free, 01623 758974 Kirkby Men in Sheds 9am - 3pm, St Thomas’ Church Hall, Kirkby In Ashfield NG17 7DX, Contact Chris, 07961 080284 Ashfield Harmony Choir 7 - 9.15pm, The Hill Methodist Church Hall, Kirkby, New members always welcome.

Saturday

Salvation Army Market Street 9.30-12.30pm, Salvation Army Market Street, Drop in Centre, Contact Ruth Sheppard/Joan Mellors, 07855 455093/01773 783386 St Michaels & All Angels Parish Church 10-12pm, South Normanton Parish Church, Last saturday of the month, Cakes & goods for sale to raise money for the building fund., Contact Stephen Potter, 01773 811273, stephen.potter55@gmail.com Nimble Fingers 2017 10-1pm, Jacksdale Community Centre, 4th Saturday of the month, Craft Group, all crafters welcome, Contact Sue, 01773 606884 or 07860 523632

Sunday

Table Top Sales 10-12pm, Riddings Park Community Centre, Entrance 20p. Sellers from 9am £5 per table. First Sunday of the month, Contact Pat, 01773 541794 Amber Valley Junior Rugby 10am, Lower Somercotes Opp. Pye Bridge, Kids 4-16 years, Contact Stuart Artliff or Gareth Pilkington, 07966 867946/07722 366157 Zion Methodist Morning Worship 10.45am, Zion Methodist , Market Street, Morning Worship, Contact Freda Ludlam, 01773 811875 J28 The Common 10.30am, J28 Church, South Normanton, With “Rock Stars Children’s Club” Evening service @5pm first Sunday of the month., 01773 810410, admin@j28church.com Salvation Army Fellowship 10.30am, Salvation Army Market Street, Contact Ruth Sheppard/Joan Mellor’s, 07855 455093/01773 783386 Community Church 10.45am, Birchwood Room, Postmill Centre, Children’s activities during the service, Contact Mark Oldershaw, 01773 811273 St Michaels & All Angels Parish Church 10.30am, South Normanton Parish Church, Holy Communion 1st Sunday of the month,. 10.30am Café Church in The Church Hall each week. 4.30pm Evening Prayer or Holy Communion , Contact Stephen Potter, 01773 811273, stephen.potter55@gmail.com Bible Study & Prayer Meeting 10.30-12pm, CentrePoint Community Church, Jacksdale, Morning Service, All welcome., Contact Paul, CentrePointOutreach@reborn. com Bible Study & Prayer Meeting 6-7pm, CentrePoint Community Church, Jacksdale, Evening Service, All welcome., Contact Paul, CentrePointOutreach@reborn.com Selston Community Church Sunday Service, 10.30am, Selston Parish Church, Contact Russ Clarke or Ryan Clarke, 07964 726385 or 07807 002201, selstoncommunitychurch@gmail.com

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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 . 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 information or to join please 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. Stonebroom Village Hall, Cleveland Road. Tel: 07971 804 936 South Normanton Cricket Club is recruiting new players of any standard from the ages of 13 upwards. We play most Saturdays/Sundays at the Jim Simms Memorial Ground in South Normanton (next to the Boundry Pub) Meeting from 12.30. For more information please call 07984 316020

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A vaccination is an injection designed to make an animal’s immune system create antibodies against specific infections.

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When we give a vaccination we are injecting a small dose of a harmless version of the virus/ bacteria we want to protect your pet against. This allows the body to produce a protective response without having been in contact with the dangerous form of the disease. Once your pet has responded to the vaccine if it comes into contact with the virus/bacteria in later life it will have natural protection also known as immunity.

• Will it hurt?

There may be some mild discomfort associated with the injection although we do use small needles.

• Are there any side effects?

Vaccine reactions are uncommon and usually mild. They may include swelling or firmness at the site of the injection this will usually settle in time but if it does not we advise you get the swelling checked as in some rare cases they can develop into something serious. Your pet may be a little quiet and off their food or have a mild temperature.

• I don’t know if my new pet has been fully vaccinated what do I do?

If your pet has come to you with no vaccination history it is usually better to assume that they have not had vaccines and start the course of vaccines for them to ensure that they are fully protected. The other option would be to titre test them to assess their levels of antibodies.

• What happens if I miss a booster?

It depends on how long over their booster due date it has been there is some leeway with booster vaccinations but this varies so we would advise you check with your vets. If it has been too long after their last vaccination it may be necessary to re start the course as if they were a puppy or kitten

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Vaccinations are recommended every year in order to boost your pets immunity. We are aware people are worried about over vaccination and they feel that it is unnecessary to vaccinate every year and it is just a way of vets making money. It is true for only some of the diseases we vaccinate against however Leptospirosis and the viruses that cause cat flu and feline leukaemia do require yearly vaccination for this reason we use a rolling protocol for our vaccines which ensure that we only vaccinate those things that are needed to prevent over vaccination but ensures pets are protected

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Depending on what medication your pet is on it is often possible to continue with their vaccines as normal. Medicines that affect the immune system may affect the response they get to the vaccinations so they may have to be delayed. We would always advise discussing with your vet when vaccines are due if your pet is on any medication.

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I’ve said before that our resident rambler, David from JH legal is a master of finding some hidden gems, when it comes to working out these walks and this month is a prime example of that. It’s likely that I would’ve never have visited this area but it is well worth the short trip down the M1 for some lovely countryside, and a nice dog-friendly walk.

8. Continue to pass 2 more marker posts on your right. A short distance after the second marker post the hedge on your right ends. At this point be sure to keep left along a footpath and ignore a metal swing gate that you can see over to your diagonal right. 9. Continue along the footpath for a short distance then pass through some trees until reaching a marker post on your left and a tall signpost in front of you. At this point turn left following the arrow and the ‘Great

A medium length walk which should take you and your dog around 3-4 hours to complete. There are a couple of short sections of road so please take care. Most of the walk is on paths and trails but please wear appropriat1e footwear and please follow the countryside code..

walk along the road keeping a stone wall on your right. Continue to pass through a gap adjacent to a large metal gate to continue straight ahead along a gravel lane and signposted bridleway.

2. Follow the lane as it bends around to the left and crosses over the motorway. Immediately after and at a T junction of lanes turn left along a lane and signposted bridleway. The lane narrows and bends to the right then continues with a hedge on your left and open views to your right.

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10. Walk along this path for some distance ignoring any paths to the left or right until reaching a hand rail on your right and a set of steps down to a road. Turn left along the road for a short distance and then turn left to cross over a stile onto footpath marked for ‘Strelley’. Continue along the footpath to cross over another stile and into a field.

7. Follow the path back out of the trees and keep on it ignoring any other path to the right, keeping a drop to your right. You will head back into some trees for a short distance. At a yellow marker post on your left turn right ignoring the path uphill in front of you. Pass another marker post on your left to emerge back out of the trees.

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1. Standing with your back to the entrance to the hall, turn right and

Northern Railway Path’. Continue along the path with trees on your right and just a few trees and then open views to your left.

6. Turn left along the road until it ends then keep straight ahead along a marked footpath with some trees on your right. When the trees end, keep straight across an open section of field and then continue with trees on your right. Just prior to reaching the very far side of the field turn right into the trees along a footpath going downhill.

We begin outside Strelley Hall before crossing over the M1 and following a section of the Robin Hood Way to Swingate. We walk past the Swingate Water Tower and then loop through some nice countryside bordering Kimberley and Awsworth before heading back towards Swingate and retracing our steps back to the start.

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(are they all mouth and no trousers?) You may recall that last month we told you that George was recovering from a stress related illness and he’s asked me to pass on his appreciation for all the kind messages he’s received. It’s been a welcome change for him to hear people enquiring as to his own health rather than hearing them go on, and on, and on (and on again!) about what’s wrong with the world and some questionable – frankly weird - suggestions as to how to put things right. Well, although he has been making progress, he’s not yet ready to face the public and as a result, I’m unable to bring you the latest, occasionally surreal revelations on how we might ‘improve the quality of life’. All being well, he’ll be back in June. That being the case, and following a visit to Australia earlier this year, I want to share with you details of an incident that has made me question whether or not Australian men are all they would like us to believe. It may be a stereotype but I’m referring to the image of big hulking Adonises, with surf board under arm, who merely have to crook a finger to have the female of the species go all trembly at the knee.

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There seems to have been a worrying increase in the number of racist incidents in football over the last few weeks, and the game certainly has a very concerning problem which isn’t going away. Or does it? Football is a microcosm of society. Whatever happens in society, generally will be seen in football and that’s what is being reflected here. If we’ve learnt anything from the national disgrace that is the handling of Brexit, we now know just how big the divides are within society and we’re seeing those play out on the football pitch. Players should be safe from abuse. Players should be afforded the platform to go on and showcase their abilities, not be inhibited or scared and worry about what’s being hurled down from the stands, or in the case of Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang in the north London derby earlier this season, a banana thrown at his feet. The question is, what can we do about it? Football’s major international governing bodies, FIFA and UEFA appear utterly incompetent when it comes to dealing with the issue. They’re much harder on a

player wearing a sponsor on his undershirt than a club or country which allows its fans to bellow monkey chants at the likes of Danny Rose or Raheem Sterling. Until the authorities, and I include our own in that, take a stand and start dishing out some severe punishments, then people will continue to act as they see fit. Start dishing out jail terms, deducting points from clubs, making them play games behind closed doors and revoking their television money. Clubs at the top level and on the international stage exist for no other reason than to make a profit, so to hit them where it hurts could be an effective catalyst for change.

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