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79-year-old named ‘Doctor of Letters’ By Sally Thurrell

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An Urdu short story writer has been awarded an honorary doctorate from Bradford University. Maqsood Sheikh was made “Doctor of Letters” in a ceremony last month because of his outstanding collection of work, the majority of which is modern Urdu literature.

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Throughout the month of Ramadan, hundreds of presents were donated through the ‘Give a Gift’ initiative, and last week the public’s generosity was highlighted as the presents were distributed throughout Leeds. The Children’s Heart Unit, at Leeds General Infirmary, and local children’s hospice, Martin House, were the grateful recipients of the gifts which were handed out during Eid by dozens of Muslim volunteers. A fantastic appeal saw over 500 items donated to the two causes as Muslims showed their generosity during the holy month. The Give a Gift concept was initially developed by a partnership of organisations that recognised the need for the Islamic Community to play a wider role within mainstream society. Ramadan represents a time for giving and thus the project was launched to help promote the importance of supporting local causes, as well as those overseas. With toys being dropped off at the Hamara Centre, Leeds, throughout Ramadan, they were then delivered to the LGI, whereby children, parents and carers, received the items. Hanif Malik, CEO of the Hamara Centre, was delighted with the projects final outcome and was overwhelmed by the response to the appeal. “We had hundreds and hundreds of gifts and toys donated to the cause which was an absolutely terrific response,” he said. “It was a fantastic communal effort, with the Muslim community showing their generosity throughout the month of Ramadan. Charity is an integral part of our faith and it showed with the Give a Gift initiative.” He added: “To see the response from the kids themselves that was the best part of the

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day for me; seeing smiles on the faces of the kids, some of whom were celebrating their Eid in hospital, was fantastic. “Parents were also delighted with the project...it is a difficult time for any parent in that sort of situation so it was good to be able to offer some sort of support through gifts for their children.” Wendy Haigh is a trustee at the LGI and was overwhelmed by the number of presents donated to the appeal. “It’s been absolutely marvellous,” she explained. “At the all the hard work they have all put in and the children have absolutely loved it today. “We have never had anything like this before, not to this extent. It’s overwhelming what the Muslim community has done here. “Children will now remember this occasion rather than their stay in hospital. It’s been like a Christmas day for them really, I think that’s what the project hoped to achieve and I think that is exactly what it has done.” The project was launched by the Hamara Centre, in conjunction with Leeds Grand Mosque, Iqra Centre, Building Bridges, Makkah Masjid, AlHassan education centre and AlHadiyah Mosque. With more events planned for the future, Hanif now hopes to make the initiative an annual event and continue to support local charities. The next event which will be launched under the Give a Gift initiative is a 5km run/walk on 6th October in Roundhay Park. For more information please visit www.giveagift.org.uk and get involved today. TEAM: A group of volunteers helped deliver the presents which were kindly donated over Ramadan

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COMMUNITY: People from all faiths and backgrounds came together to support the ‘Fly with Pride’ campaign

community comes together to celebrate being British By Ashley Grint

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Sikh Gurdwaras across the country united last weekend to fly the British flag as part of a nationwide initiative launched by One Britain One Nation. The “Fly with Pride” campaign aims to create a sense of national unity by engaging people from every culture, background and faith to instill a sense of patriotic pride, loyalty and dedication to our country. Celebrations and prayers took place locally at the Guru Gobind Singh Gurdwara, on Leeds Road, Bradford, on Sunday 11th August, whilst further activities across West Yorkshire were found at the Ramgarhia Board Gurdwara, Leeds; Hindu Mandir, Bradford; and at the Bradford Bulls Stadium, Odsal. Gurdwara Guru Gobind Singh Ji celebrated the occasion with guests from all communities, coming together to create a festival atmosphere with langar (free food for all) on offer to display a sense of

unity. A full brass band was on hand to provide live entertainment at the historic occasion, whilst special guests included: Lord Mayor Khadim Hussain, Deputy Lord Lieutenant Ramindar Singh MBE, Mr Dharni MBE, Chief Supt Simon Atkin, Chief Supt Angela Williams, and Chief Executive of OBON Kash Singh. Tony Robinson, Bishop of Pontefract, Chair of Kirklees & Wakefield Faiths Forum urged all communities to continue building strong relationships in the future. He said: “I want to encourage all people of faith in Britain to support the 'One Britain One Nation' campaign to create a real sense of pride and solidarity for Great Britain. “Over the coming months and years we need to unite together to foster a deeper sense of togetherness as we face many difficult situations nationally and internationally.

“Being 'Better neighbours' is a common theme and requirement in all faith traditions. By getting to know the strangers in our midst we will help to build better and more cohesive communities in Britain and stand against those who seek to divide and destroy all that is good.” Also supporting the event was local rugby league outfit, Bradford Bulls, who held a demonstration on the pitch before their clash with Catalan Dragons. Bulls Chairman, Omar Khan, was proud to be part of the campaign and explained: “Bradford is a city of great diversity and that has long been its strength. “Bradford Bulls are proud to be at heart of the City and we are looking forward to coming together with all religions and communities across Bradford in this celebration under the banner of One Britain One Nation.” Bulls Deputy Director Robbie Hunter-Paul added: “I urge all sporting bodies to join with us in celebrating this event. Sport is a great vehicle for bringing communities together and when I arrived in Bradford in 1994 I was immediately struck by the great diversity within the City. It is something we are very proud of in

REPRESENTATIVES: (L-R): Gurdwara Guru Gobind Singh Ji; Bradford South Chief Supt, Simon Atkin; and OBON CEO, Kash Singh

Bradford and this is a tremendous way to show that we are indeed One Nation.” Kash Singh, the CEO of OBON said: “It is our desire to see all people of all communities participate and celebrate the occasion in the spirit it is intended to create a sense of national unity and pride and I am so grateful to the team at Bradford Bulls for their heartfelt support and urge others to join in”. Celebrations and prayers were found across the country in a number of religious institutions in

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Planning permission for a prehistoric-themed “Jurassic Park” has been submitted to Bradford Council for a woodland trail complete with moving animatronic dinosaurs. The idea comes from former theme park designer Christian Cristobal who moved to Yorkshire from the Philippines ten years ago. He worked for years as a landscape artist but felt compelled to return to his roots to create a dinosaur attraction amongst the woodland at Tong Lane. The park itself would not be affected by the plans, which would fit in around the existing landscape, and visitors would have to enter the walkway through large “Jurassic Park” style gates. The dinosaur sculptures themselves wouldn’t be visible from outside the woodland, and even the tallest model stops well below the height of the surrounding trees. Replica moving dinosaurs and other cretaceous beasts will be included along the trail and Cristobal hopes the area will be used in early education and that it’ll become a popular school trip destination; he has even created a raptor which he wears and controls himself to make the whole experience more interactive for youngsters. Each dinosaur takes around three weeks to make from scratch, and Cristobal is currently working 12 hours a day in order to create the sculptures. Cristobel has been holding an exhibition for the sculptures at Trinity Church in Ossett to showcase his creations to the public, his models on display include a Woolly Mammoth, Neanderthal people and a T Rex, and he’s been wowing visitors with his Raptor costume. He said, “One day I woke up and thought, “I’m going to do it, I’m going to open my own dinosaur park”. I went out and told my friends and they all said I was mad. “We’re quite hopeful about getting planning permission. From my understanding it won’t alter the view and won’t be visible from the outside. The area is just overgrown trees at the moment. “What we’re working on at the moment is the wow factor, we’re working on the gimmicks to entertain people, like putting on the costume and chasing the children. They love it. We’re trying to bring some drama to the experience. “I’ve been living in Yorkshire for ten years now and no new attractions have been built. Instead of taking your kids away somewhere this park would be something to do locally. It’s a unique attraction.” Bradford Council are expected to make a decision on the application by October this year.

Theme park designer hopes to create a dinosaur attraction in woodland at Tong Lane site in Bradford

INTERACTIVE: The attraction will include a manually-controlled Raptor costume DINOSAUR PARK: Christian Cristobel has submitted plans for a ‘Jurassic Park’ in Bradford

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DOCTORATE: Maqsood Sheikh, here with Lord Mayor of Bradford, Councillor Khadim Hussain

Residents are being encouraged to attend this month’s Thackley Charity Gala Day, which will raise funds for the Lord Mayor of Bradford’s Charity Appeal. The free event will feature a football tournament, wellie throwing, and tyre trundling. Those wanting a more relaxed day can enjoy face painting, a cake stall, tombola, karaoke and much more. It will be held at Thackley Football Club, on Dennyfield, on Sunday, 25th August from 10am. The gala will operate an optional bucket collection with all proceeds being donated to the Lord Mayor’s charity, which is this year supporting Bradford Disability Sport and Leisure. The Lord Mayor of Bradford, Cllr Khaddim Hussain, said: "I hope that local residents and visitors have a great time at the Gala day. If the weather stays fine there should be a good turn-out for the fun event, which will also help raise money for a very worthwhile charity.”

Cliffe Castle Museum celebrates refurbishment

A celebration event is to be held to mark the official reopening of Cliffe Castle Museum following a major refurbishment programme. The Grade II listed building closed to the public for 15 months while work was carried out to restore the 1950’s Bracewell Smith Hall; install new costume and natural history displays; improve lighting; and re-paint and gild Victorian receptions rooms. Key new features at the Bradford Council site include a portrait of Queen Victoria that museum staff had tried to trace for over 20 years; an ancient burial urn unearthed in Stanbury; and a sea turtle that was served to guests at one of Keighley’s first mayoral functions. The celebration event on Saturday, 24th August will include a welcome at 2pm by Maggie Pedley, Bradford Council’s Museums and Galleries Manager, and Michael Scarborough, Chair of the Friends of Cliffe Castle.

Night time economy brings in new jobs into Bradford city centre

The evening and night time leisure economy is flourishing in Bradford city centre with pubs, hotels and restaurants set to take on 44 new staff thanks to the City Centre Growth Zone. The City Centre Growth Zone is part of a £35m initiative funded by Bradford Council and the Government’s Regional Growth Fund. Eligible businesses can receive rate rebates if they demonstrate that they are creating new jobs in Bradford city centre. Successful applicants could receive a business rate rebate of up to £16,000 for each new full time equivalent job created per year for up to three years. Bradford Council leader, Cllr David Green, said: "The City Centre Growth Zone is a fantastic opportunity for businesses to expand and the rebates available offer a boost to many companies.” To discuss your business’ eligibility for the Business Growth scheme contact Bradford Council’s Business Investment and Enterprise team on (01274) 437727.

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Maqsood Sheikh was presented with an honourary doctorate by Bradford University

Sheikh has also been recognised as being a key figure in supporting community cohesion within Bradford, and was the first Pakistani Justice of the Peace (JP) in the city in 1970. He is a renowned and internationally acclaimed short story writer who tackles modern subjects, and has been a key figure in the promotion of Urdu literature for over 60 years. For over 25 years Maqsood Sheik and his wife edited the international Urdu language magazine Ravi (Narrator) from their Bradford office, promoting the work of Urdu writers across the north of England and the Asian subcontinent. Mr Sheik endeavours to encourage less established Urdu writers, makes significant contributions to the research of others and often attends international conferences as a speaker. He calls himself “a family man” and took 18 family members with him to collect the doctorate, including a grandchild who was only 2-years old, who he “will show photographs and explain more when they’re older”. He said: “(receiving the doctorate) I am over the moon with anything that comes along and appreciates my work.” Sheikh also seems to have no intention of slowing down in his

retirement, he said: “I’m still involved in a children’s club I founded about 20 years ago and it was very successful, I hope it carries on. “Other people run it now but I’m still the main person behind it. I’m also a speaker about many various issues in everyday life.” Of his community work, he explains exactly why he has been recognised as such a pivotal figure in working in his local area, saying: “I was always very active, particularly connecting Pakistani people with English people and dealing with the relations between them. “English don’t usually talk to anyone if they’re not introduced; we helped give people the initiative to start talking. “We always had lots of campaigns going on to try and bring the communities together, even just getting Pakistani people to invite English to their homes and vice versa.” Deputy Vice Chancellor of the University, Sue Kershaw, said “The University of Bradford is honoured to have such distinguished guests at this year’s award ceremonies. “These eminent individuals are a credit to society and their respective professions. I hope their presence inspires our students to accomplish great things and to be driven in their future careers after they have graduated from the University.”

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New owner at the Cottage OWNER: Shahid Khan

Shahid Khan finalised his deal to buy Fulham last month

Over the past 16 years, Mohammad Al Fayed has helped guide Fulham from the third tier in English football to Europa League finalists. Yet last month, his triumphant rein at the helm came to an end as the club reached an agreement with Pakistani billionaire, Shahid Khan, to take full control of the club. Khan, who is officially listed by Forbes as the 491st wealthiest person in the world, replaced the outgoing Al-Fayed on the 12th July, as he assumed 100 per cent of the club. Pointing out his priority is to ensure the team, and Craven Cottage, each have a viable and sustainable Premier League future; the Jacksonville Jaguars owner also had praise for his outgoing predecessor. “Today, he (Mohammed Al Fayed) is giving me the privilege and responsibility of serving as the next custodian of Fulham Football Club,” Mr Khan said. “I am extremely honored to accept and want to thank him, on behalf of everyone who loves Fulham, for 16 years of exceptional service to the Club. “Mr Al Fayed rescued the club in its hour of need and has led it to a sustained place within the Premier League.” Speaking about his acquisition of the club, Khan reiterated his desire to help Fulham continue building on their Premier League foundations. He said: “Fulham is the perfect club at the perfect time for me. I want to be clear; I do not view myself so much as the owner of Fulham, but a custodian of the club on behalf of its fans. “My priority is to ensure the club and Craven Cottage each have a viable and sustainable Premier League future that fans of present and future generations can be proud of. A statement on Fulham FC’s official club website was also released by the outgoing chair, Mohammad Al Fayed, whereby he thanked all stakeholders in the South London outfit for their continued support. He said: “Fulham is now embarking upon its 13th season in the Premier League. I bid farewell comforted by the knowledge that Fulham is a very well-run Club that has never been in better shape. “I shall look to Shahid Khan to build on the success of the 16 seasons and to deliver the greater glory that the fans desire and deserve. I look forward to seeing you down at the Cottage where I shall return, on occasion, to cheer on the team. “Now a new era dawns. Come on you Whites!” Shahid Khan’s first competitive game in charge of the club will come this weekend, Saturday 17th August, as his side travel to Sunderland as they kick off their 2013/14 Premier League campaign.

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Anti-Racism classes

The latest initiative to be launched by English football’s governing body will see all football league players receive guidance through courses aimed at tackling racist language. As announced last week, the Professional Footballers Association (PFA) will now provide sessions before the new season kicks off in an attempt to prevent repeat cases which have scarred the Premier League in recent seasons. In 2012, Chelsea’s John Terry was sanctioned by the FA after calling

Anton Ferdinand a racist term whilst earlier that year, Luis Suarez was handed an eight game ban for using derogatory terms to address Patrice Evra. PFA chief executive Gordon Taylor hopes the new initiative will help eradicate such behaviour, saying: “We need to avoid any embarrassment again after recent cases.” In a letter sent to all 92 league managers, the PFA wrote: “We are looking to arrange this session in the near future and would appreciate you ensuring players attend as a matter of

PREVENTION: PFA chief executive, Gordon Taylor

priority.” The new program has received praise from a host of clubs yet the issue of racism has often stretched off the field and into the terraces. Earlier this month a Sunderland fan was banned from attending any matches for three years after being found guilty of racially abusing Chelsea striker Romelu Lukaku last season. The PFA classes will help players learn about racist and other discriminatory terms which are homophobic and demean people with disabilities.

Winter World Cup is ‘nigh on impossible’ Premier League chief slams plans to move Qatar World Cup dates CRITCISE: Premier League chief executive, Richard Scudamore

The English Premier League’s chief executive, Richard Scudamore, has openly condemned any plans to move the 2022 World Cup to the winter, stating that a change of host country would be a more viable solution. With temperatures easily surpassing 40 degrees Celsius (104 Fahrenheit) in the summer months in Qatar, discussions have been ongoing regarding tackling the heat. Stadium air conditioning systems and even man-made clouds have been discussed in the past, yet FIFA President, Sepp Blatter, is seemingly more open to changing the date of the tournament. This is a move which has already been widely criticised by European league officials, as it would severely hamper their league formats which commence through winter. Richard Scudamore, speaking

to Sky Sports News, believes changing the date of the tournament is not a viable solution. He said: “It's extremely difficult [to move it], nigh on impossible in our view. Where they award the World Cup is entirely the FIFA executive committee's decision; entirely their decision, not our business. “The international football calendar is one that has to be consulted though; it is not something FIFA can just decide because the whole of world football has an interest in that. “There is a whole series of complications around that and that consultation process has to be a separate consultation process with leagues and associations on a global basis, not just the Premier League and European Leagues, to make sure it works for everybody.” In February 2011, Sepp Blatter was asked about the potential for switching the tournament to the winter and responded that “everything is settled for summer”. However, last month he remained open to the switch adding: “If this World Cup is to become a party for the people, you can't play football in the summer. You can cool down the stadiums, but you can't cool down the whole country.” Qatar defeated bids from South Korea, Japan, Australia and the United States to win a ballot of FIFA's 22 executive members for the right to host the 2022 World Cup.

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(RIGHT) KICKBOXER: Monty shows off his skills at the Hamara centre, Leeds

WRESTLER: Mustafa Khan was the latest person to take part in the Role Model Series

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on, whilst the karate belt, which was supposed to wrap around waists twice, only went around his waist once. However, with the support of his instructor, Monty’s confidence grew by the day and he took the decision to enter a karate competition in December 1989. “To the amazement of everyone I won five fights and got to the final,” he explained to the on looking youths. “Before the final my father actually walked in and said ‘come on son let’s go home’, to which I replied ‘no dad I can’t go I am in the final’. “He was confused and couldn’t believe someone like me had made it this far. I was to face a guy with a chizzled body and bulging muscles and again my father insisted we left saying, ‘grab your stuff and let’s go you’re not going to win’. “For the first time in my life I built up the courage to say to my

own dad, ‘you’re my father, you need to back me up, sit there and support me for once.” The final result was inevitable; Monty won the 1989 Bob Reed Tournament. A few years later the martial arts enthusiast wanted to follow through with his dad’s dream of becoming a wrestler. He searched everywhere but could not find a gym and so trained, with a friend, in his basement before eventually finding a wrestling club in Stoke on Trent. After gruelling six hour sessions Monty adopted the ring name, Mustafa Khan, and a new face of wrestling was born. Under the alias of Mustafa, he now holds the Persian heavy weight title, the BWA heavy weight title and the UKW Tag team title. To find out more about the Role Model Series, or to get involved, contact Arfan on 01132 773 330 or Arfan@hamara.co.uk

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trained at Gloves ABC and got to know Asif well there. He’s always switched on and did a great job with Amir’s career from a young age so I’m looking forward to his input.” Meanwhile Asif Vali is delighted by the new role as he explained: “I’m excited and am really looking forward to this new challenge. In Tyson and Hughie we have future heavyweight world champions so it’s an honour to be working with them.”

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Just six days after parting ways with Team Khan, business manager Asif Vali has already embarked on his latest project as he joined Team Fury last week. Vali had been a representative of Amir Khan’s camp since he turned professional eight years ago and the news of the mutual split came as a surprise to many in the boxing world. With both parties seemingly wanting different things, Vali has made an immediate return to the sport with Team Fury whereby he will be overseeing business planning, and also advising on all major dealings. The businessman has had a long

standing relationship with the Fury’s and will now work alongside boxers, Tyson, Hughie and Phill, as well as trainer, Peter. Team Fury released a statement following Vali’s appointment and were delighted to have a person with such experience, and long time friend of the Fury family, on board. Tyson Fury said: “We’re delighted to have Asif onboard. I have no doubts he’ll be a strong asset to Team Fury and his experience at the top of the game will be hugely beneficial.” A blockbuster bout between the UK’s top heavyweight, Tyson Fury, and David Haye will be screened in September in what will be Vali’s first taste of action with his new team.

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Bradford MP warned to listen to ethnic minorities David Ward told he could face losing his seat by Operation Black Vote MP STANDS GROUND: Lib Dem MP David Ward argues he is doing enough already for his constituency

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Bradford MP David Ward has been warned that he could face losing his seat in Parliament if he dosen’t adequately cater for the ethnic minority vote. The group Operation Black Vote (OBV) found that the number of seats where the black and Asian vote could be the decider has rocketed by 70 per cent. Liberal Democrat MP David Ward representing Bradford East has been warned that his constituency may be up for grabs for competitors at the next vote. Ward disagrees with the report in its suggestion that he needs to change his campaign, and he argues that his constituency members are interested in the same core values and issues within their community. Bradford East is one of 168 marginal seats, with MP David Ward only beating Labour by a small majority difference of 365 votes. In the constituency area there are over 39,000 non-white voters. Simon Woolley, speaking on behalf of OBV, said: “It means that black and minority ethnic (BME) communities have a stronger political lever than ever. “This research is a political game-changer. Above all, if ethnic minority communities and politicians respond positively to it, democracy wins.” Mr Ward has been working within the constituency for 30 years said, including time as a councillor for 26 years and said he knows the area “from one end to another, like the back of my hand”. He argues that he doesn’t need

advice on who to focus his campaign on, saying: “If you have a lot of elderly in your constituency and they are the deciding factor, you listen to the elderly. If you have a high proportion of young people you listen to them and so on. “We have a growing number of people from ethnic minorities and we need to know their particular needs and concerns we need to understand and respond to them. “It’s a blinding flash of the obvious really.” Ward also believes that issues

within communities are the same whether members are of ethnic descent or not. “Most concerns are the same across the constituency. There will be some things that are different in different areas, but you just need to be in touch with them and their needs and understand things they find most important.” After the suggestions from OBV that he consider the ethnic minority vote, Ward stands firm with his belief that he’s already doing as much as he can, and won’t adjust his campaign following the

report. “We work very hard with all parts of the community; we have done for 30 years so we’ll just continue to do that. We work in one of the busiest offices in the country when it comes to dealing with immigration, but that’s just our local area... if we worked in a rural area we’d have to know about farming issues.” He added: “You need to respond and have staff who are competent and understand your constituents. It’s just being a good MP really. It’s just good politics.”

“We have a growing number of people from ethnic minorities and we need to know their particular needs and concerns we need to understand and respond to them. It’s a blinding flash of the obvious really.”

One year on from the Olympics and Paralympics more than half the adult population is doing the recommended amount of physical activity. Worryingly more than a quarter are not doing even 30 minutes a week and putting their health at risk, Public Health Minister Anna Soubry has warned today. Only a third of boys and a quarter of girls meet the recommendation for at least 60 minutes of physical activity a day and latest statistics also show that almost 30 per cent of adults are active for less than 30 minutes per week – prompting a call for everyone to get up and get active. To encourage this the Department of Health has today announced more than £5 million of funding to encourage children and families to exercise more. Public Health Minister Anna

Kris Hopkins speaks out to support Government’s new campaign

Keighley and Ilkley Conservative MP Kris Hopkins have given his backing to a new Government awareness campaign aimed at highlighting the problem of forced marriages. Ministers say there are increased concerns at this time of year about teenagers being taken abroad thinking they were going on holiday but being forced into marriage instead. Figures suggest cases are particularly common during the summer break, with the Government's Forced Marriage Unit receiving 400 reports between June and August last year. Hopkins has spoken out to support the UK Governement’s ‘Marriage: It’s Your Choice’ campaign, which seeks to help potential victims and advise them on how to get help. Mr Hopkins said, “It is important to differentiate between arranged marriages, which are perfectly legitimate and consensual, and forced marriages where one or both individuals do not consent and pressure or abuse of various forms is used. He goes on to label forced marriages as “shameful abuse”, and claims that very often young girls are forced into relations with older men. “We also need strong leadership from within local communities, and for them to work with the authorities to share information which will lead to the arrest and conviction of the criminals involved. He adds: “It is certainly the case that the risk of young people being taken overseas for a forced marriage increases during the school holidays, so the launch of this new initiative is very well-timed. However, high awareness must continue all year round if this illicit practice is to be ended.” “I also therefore strongly commend the Government’s commitment to publish plans for England and Wales to follow the example of Scotland by criminalising breaches of forced marriage protection orders. “This could mean parents found guilty of forcing their children into marriage may face a prison sentence, something that I am sure will have widespread public support.”

Get active, get healthy A year on from the Olympics and Paralympics and the public still aren’t exercising enough Soubry said: “It’s fantastic that more than half of English adults are doing the recommended amount of physical activity, but I am shocked that more than a quarter are not getting even 30 minutes of exercise a week. “We want to do everything we can to help people lead longer, healthier lives, which is why for the first time ever, we’ve given local authorities increased and ring-fenced budgets

to tackle public health issues in their local area.” Chief Executive of the Youth Sport Trust John Steele added: “This new funding is a major boost and will help to build an even stronger network of school sport clubs across the country, offering young people the opportunity to try a range of new sports. “Supporting schools to engage less active children in physical

activity and school sport and making this fun is vital to ensure they go on to lead healthy active lifestyles. We know that young people were inspired by what they saw last year, so now we need to turn this inspiration into participation; we don’t want them put off physical activity for life.” Regular physical activity can significantly reduce avoidable mortality and prevent conditions, such as stroke, heart disease and diabetes which cost the NHS £1 billion a year in England alone. There are already lots of initiatives and projects which encourage people to get involved in physical activity and later this month the government will launch its new Change4Life campaign encouraging families to kick-start the new school year by being more active and eating healthier.

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The council has issued a rallying call to residents in housing estates to help keep streets clean. Dedicated street cleaners are working in specific estates to give an extra boost and to support local residents to maintain tidy communities. These are in addition to existing estate caretakers and street cleansing staff. The extra staff are focusing their attention on those areas where the layout of estates hinders existing services such as emptying wheeled bins and pavement sweeping vehicles. Different approaches are being tried across the city to meet the different needs of each community and to allow the council to test which approach provides the best results. As well as providing this enhanced street cleaning service, the estates are benefitting from the advice and expertise of dedicated environmental action officers. They will be on hand to ensure people get to grips with their waste, storing and disposing of it properly, helping to avoid some of the littering issues that blight certain areas.

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Families across the Bradford district are being encouraged to take advantage of a great swim offer over the summer holiday. As part of Bradford Council’s activities programme, children can swim for just £1 during off-peak sessions at all Council run pools (excluding Ilkley Lido) from now until Saturday, 31st August. The offer is open during off-peak sessions. Customers can find details of when these run by visiting www.bradford.gov.uk/ swimming or contacting their local swimming pool. A host of other summer holiday activities are also on offer including junior keep fit, football, kids bootcamp, athletics, racket sports, climbing, cricket, dance, gymnastics, and cycling. The offers are part of the Council’s ‘B active’ campaign to encourage people of all ages and abilities to be more physically active and to experience the benefits that participating in sport can bring. For further information on events being held during the summer holidays, please visit www.bradford.gov.uk/summer

The next meeting of the Spen Valley Area Committee is to take place on August 20th at 7pm at Cleckheaton Town Hall. Officers from Kirklees Neighbourhood Housing Rent Assist Team and Kirklees Housing Solutions Service David Bennett and Tina Cooper will be present to update on the services available to support residents. Kirsty Dickinson from Kirklees Citizens Advice will also present information on the Citizens Advice Service, the type of issues people are generally bringing to them and how the Citizens Advice Service can assist. Cllr Steve Hall Chair of Spen Valley Area Committee said: "Money is tight for a lot of people so I welcome the update on some of the services available to support them. There will be some top ‘brass saving’ tips to pick up from the meeting. The Committee will also consider priorities for 2013/14 and a range of projects for funding.’’

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Sixth Form students at the Grammar School at Leeds celebrate a 99.9 per cent overall pass rate By Sally Thurrell sally@asianexpress.co.uk

Students across the country have been eagerly logging on to the internet, receiving texts and opening A-Level results. Students at The Grammar School at Leeds have been celebrating a 99.9 per cent overall pass rate, with 62 per cent of students passing with A*-A grades. This year the school introduced the external project qualification (EPQ) in conjunction with the universities of Leeds, Sheffield and York. Of the 21 students who took the qualification, 66 per cent attained an A* compared to 14 per cent nationally, while 90 per cent received an A*-A, compared to 19 per cent nationally. The EPQ is the equivalent of half an A-level and is increasingly being used by universities as a ‘tie-breaker’ when making offers. It’s been a long wait between exams and results for pupils across the board, and 300,000 students have been waiting nervously for their results to determine their next steps. Akbir Khan is a student at The Grammar School At Leeds, he said: “I woke up this morning way too early, I knew my results were online at eight o’clock, it was the first morning in ages I was up before ten o’clock, and today I was up at half past six. “I had an arduous hour and a half wait, got my results and felt quite taken back. It was a massive relief, I didn’t even realise how nervous I was.” Khan has left college with an exemplary four A* grades in Maths, Further Maths, Philosophy and Ethics and Physics; he is now planning to continue his studies in Maths and Physics at London’s UCL.

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“I offer my congratulations to all our students, staff and parents for the part they have played in these wellearned achievements.” Hamza Akhtar, also of GSAL, has collected his results today and has summed up the whole day in one word, “relief”. Akhtar said: “It hasn’t even sunk in properly as yet. The desire to focus on the career choice I have made, has made the anticipation of my results even more tense. “I got an A in Biology, A in Chemistry and A* in Geography. Now my plans are just to get through Manchester Medical School, that’s it really for the next five years.” With Akhtar having achieved 100 per cent in Geography, he voiced his love of the subject: “I feel that my love of Geography will assist me in my wider goals, once I’ve completed studying Medicine. I had the opportunity to go out to South Africa last year and worked at an orphanage. “I am eager and passionate to take the skills and knowledge of Medicine and work on a global level. My experience in South Africa and interest in Medicine definitely confirmed to me how much STUDYING MEDICINE: 18-year-old applying Medicine on a global level appeals Hamza Akhtar of Leeds has aspirations to me. All in good time, I suppose.” to apply Medicine on a global level

Fellow student Meena Deivanayagam said that she couldn’t sleep through her nerves the night before results day, and logged on straight away in the morning. “I got my results online, I logged onto the UCAS website first to see if I’d secured my place to do Medicine at Sheffield University. I knew I needed three A grades, and then I checked my exact results when I saw I was on the course,” she said. Deivanayagam surpassed her requirements and achieved an A* in Maths, an A in Biology and another A in Chemistry. Principal Mike Gibbons said: “I am delighted that 85 per cent of grades awarded were above a ‘B’. That demonstrates real quality of achievement and is the result of dedication and sheer hard work on the part of the students. “It’s also extremely gratifying to see the strength of our performance compared to the national average. We are continuing to improve year on year which is no mean feat. “I offer my congratulations to all our students, staff and parents for the part they have played in these well-earned achievements.”

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annual World Curry Festival, a three day festival where foodies from all over the world come to sample the best curry from India, Pakistan, Bradford’s curry chefs are working Bangladesh, Thailand, Caribbean, hard after the city has put a bid in to Malaysia and South America win “Curry Capital” for the third amongst others. consecutive year running. Each participating area Voting is open in the will nominate four curry annual contest, which restaurants to represent has seen a record area, and chefs will Last year over the number of entrants this have to work hard to year with 20 areas a quarter of a impress the judges. competing for the title. councils also million curry Local Last year over a explain the importance connoisseurs of curry houses are to quarter of a million curry connoisseurs communities in voted for their their voted for their favourite each respective city. favourite city city. Bradford was The restaurants awarded first place, representing Bradford beating Glasgow and are Omar Khan’s in Wolverhampton. Little Horton, Akbar’s The city’s dedication to curry has in Thornbury, Kipling’s in even extended to it being entered Greengates and Shilma Spice into the Guinness Book of Records in Keighley. for cooking up the world’s largest The accolade will be awarded as onion bhaji as part of their 2011 part of the UK’s national curry week Curry Capital bid. later this year, with the winner being Bradford also hosts the announced before the 13th October.

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Sheffield Eid Festival promotes sport in BME communities Thousands flock to Sheffield calling for more adult sports for BME communities

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Thousands of people from BME backgrounds flocked to Sporting Equals Sports Zone, at Sheffield Eid Festival on Saturday, to find out how they could get more involved in sports. Participation of BME communities in sport in the UK is low and the Sports Zone highlighted the benefits to communities of getting involved, as well as offering information and unique opportunities to try out different sports and box with an up-andcoming boxing star. Supported by Sport England, sports equality experts, Sporting Equals, joined forces with the National Governing Bodies of Boxing, Football, Tennis, Basketball and Table Tennis to set up their fully interactive Sport Zone at the Millhouses Park based Mela. Sheffield and Hallamshire FA ran

a penalty shoot-out and a football skill session; the LTA arranged for a local tennis club coach Adam Jameel to hold a mini tennis session; the ABAE arranged for Sheffield City Amateur Gym to hold a boxing demo; and Atif Shafiq held sparring sessions with members of the public. Umar Ahmed, Yorkshire Partnership Officer at Sporting Equals, explains how successful the event was saying: “Visitors to the Sports Zones enjoyed taking part and we had people of all ages trying out new sports. Many highlighted a need for access to adult sports, as well as those for kids, for BME communities in the Sheffield area. “As a result, Sporting Equals plans to develop close relationships with sports providers in Sheffield to enable easier access to sport for people of all ages and backgrounds.” Atif Shafiq, professional boxing prodigy from Rotherham, and Cllr Qurban Hussain (Labour) supported the event and even had a friendly spar with each other.

Shafiq said: “The day was a great success, with participants from all ethnic groups enjoying the different sports on offer. I tried to make the boxing sessions with me as fun and enjoyable as possible and I also thoroughly enjoyed the day. “I am honoured to be involved with such a great organisation as Sporting Equals and I will continue to support them. The work they are doing is fantastic and very beneficial to the BME communities.” Meanwhile Cllr Hussain added: “The sport zone was great. It’s really important that we get young people into sport and there is opportunity out there for them. Sport can do a lot to keep people fit and also it can help keep anti-social behaviour at bay. I encourage people of all ages, not just kids, to get involved in sport.I used to do a lot of boxing and it kept me focused. “I am thankful to Sporting Equals for the work they are doing and I hope we can continue to work to benefit the whole community.”

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Kirklees Council is looking for people who can spare a few hours a month to help support a vulnerable child or young person and make a difference to their life. Looked after children (children in care) throughout Kirklees need an adult who has time to spend with them, take them on activities and outings and be someone they can talk to and trust. The children and young people who would benefit from an Independent Visitor come from a wide range of backgrounds. Volunteers need to be committed to the safety and well being of children. They need to be over the age of 18 and have the skills to befriend, listen to and support young people and be able to commit to the scheme for at least a year. All Independent Visitors receive training to prepare them for this important role, together with peer support and on-going supervision and development. To find out more about the scheme and what is involved, visit http://www.kirklees.gov.uk/ independentvisitors

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Every minute counts when it comes to saving lives. That’s why Calderdale Council's Cabinet has agreed to a Defibrillator Policy – providing life saving defibrillator equipment in Council buildings with a high footfall. There are currently 12 defibrillators in premises across Calderdale, including a new unit at Mixenden Activity Centre. On top of this figure, the Upbeat fitness team also have three defibrillators to take to community locations when teaching. An additional six defibrillators will now be installed in Halifax Town Hall, Todmorden College, Shibden Park, and in the Customer First offices in Hebden Bridge, Brighouse and Elland. To provide this equipment the Council is receiving support from the NHS, the Ambulance Service, and the charity Sudden Adult Death Trust (SADS UK). The Yorkshire Ambulance Service are providing council staff and schools with free initial training, and SADS UK have so far subsidised each unit by £200.

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UKip member defends his language despite causing controversy across UK By Sally Thurrell sally@asianexpress.co.uk

A Yorkshire UKip MEP has defended his “racist” comments saying that British aid should not be sent to “Bongo Bongo Land” but has reluctantly issued an apology after pressure from his party. Godfrey Bloom was recorded speaking to UKip supporters in a video obtained by the Guardian and told listeners how aid was spent on superfluous items such as “Ray Ban sunglasses” and “apartments in Paris”. He also accused the British Government of committing “treason” and that aid was spent funding fighter plans in Pakistan. In the footage, recorded when speaking to the public in Wordsley, West Midlands last month, Bloom said: “How we can possibly be giving £1bn a month, when we’re in this sort of debt, to Bongo Bongo Land is completely beyond me. “To buy Ray-Ban sunglasses, apartments in Paris, Ferraris and all the rest of it that goes with most of the foreign aid.” “F18s for Pakistan. We need a new squadron of F18s. Who’s got the squadrons? Pakistan, where we send the money.” When questioned by the BBC he defended his comments, saying it was “absurd” that some found his comments racist. Bloom said that “Bongo Bongo Land” was “a figment of people's imagination. It’s like Ruritania or the Third World. It’s sad how anybody can be offended by a reference to a country that doesn’t exist.” He also said: “Look, it’s my job to upset the Guardian and the BBC – I love it, I love it.” After initially refusing to apologise he has since issued a statement saying sorry to any “genuine” offence caused after increasing pressure from UKip party leader Nigel Farage. Bloom said on Channel 4 news: “If you were genuinely offended by it, and so far I haven’t had a single person who is genuinely offended by it, I’ve had a lot of fake huff and puffing, but if you were genuinely upset and offended by it, I’m very sorry.” He also told Kristian Guru Murthy: “A billion pounds a month and we don’t know where it goes, that’s very important, that’s what we should all be talking about and it’s fair to say now we are. I’ve started a national

debate.” Louise Stewart is Political correspondent for BBC News, she said: “Godfrey Bloom is no stranger to controversy and he's not shying away from the comments he made. In fact he took to the airwaves to defend them. “The comments are embarrassing for UKIP as they come just days before the party is due to publish its list of approved candidates for next year's European elections. “Leader Nigel Farage has pledged to purge UKIP of intolerance and racism. Critics will argue that, if he's serious about that, he must now show that applies to everyone in his party.” David Cameron has also joined the debate over Bloom’s comments and has reasoned that there is a perfectly good discussion to be had over Britain’s foreign aid policy but Bloom’s comments would not be part of that debate. He told BBC Breakfast: “I think it is an offensive remark anyway, but what I think is wrong is this sort of ‘stop the world, I want to get off’ approach just doesn’t work.” “Britain is a very open, international country. The problems elsewhere come and visit us. So it makes sense I think to have an overseas aid programme that helps solve these problems at source.” Amjad Pervez is a business owner based in Bradford, he believes that you shouldn’t give sensationalist politicians too much time but believes that British aid is a topic which now has to be up for debate. He said: “Because some politicians are just so desperate to be noticed rather than to actually benefit society they’ll go to any extremes to provoke people and cause tension. “Whilst it seems [Bloom’s] remarks are over the top I think we need to take it into context of why he’s saying that and what is his motive. “If it was a mainstream political party representative who was making these comments I’d be worried, because it’s a representative from a fringe party I’m not too bothered about it – there are always people in society who mouth off. “We do need to look at our overseas aid – what is the purpose, where is it going... Obviously there is a lot of deprivation and underprivileged areas in the world and aid needs to be carried out in a proper and informed manner, rather than doing it in an emotional manner.”

@AlexandralSwann I doubt Bongo comments have truly offended anyone except professional offendees on the left,however bad language obscured strong point #ukip @mark_rhys #UKIP MEP Godfrey Bloom's 'bongo bongo' jibe was offensive but on foreign aid he speaks for the majority of the UK @ByronSanford The PC police from the #LibLabCon need to go back to Oxbridge, & stick a sock in it. Viva #UKIP! @danellisLAD Why make a legitimate comment and then ruin it with bongo bongo land? #ukip @LifeDonk Sad but true re: #BongoBongo #ukip quote. Appalling language, but certain foreign aid does need looking at. I would like full disclosure @Brownloather #UKIP MEP Godfrey Bloom's 'bongo bongo' jibe was offensive but on foreign aid he speaks for most of us @maxiesworld #GodfreyBloom: even if I was right wing& wasn't a journo I would still think ur deeply offensive & a disgrace to politics #bongobongo #ukip

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Baroness Warsi welcomes campaign on women’s rights in Afghanistan Baroness Warsi has underlined UK support for work to promote women’s rights in Afghanistan during a meeting with young Amnesty activists. Foreign Office Senior Minister, Baroness Warsi, has met young activists from Amnesty UK to discuss women’s rights in Afghanistan and the essential role of women in building a more stable and prosperous future for their country. The Minister received a petition from Amnesty and Gender Action for Peace and Security calling on the UK to continue its support to Afghan women. Welcoming the petition, the Minister praised the work of civil society organisations in protecting and promoting the rights of Afghan women, and reaffirmed the UK’s long-term commitment to working with them, the Afghan Government and other partners, to improve the

role and status of women and girls in Afghanistan. Baroness Warsi said: “I am proud that the young people of Britain are standing side-by-side with young Afghans to demand an equal role for women in Afghan society. Organisations such as Amnesty are doing outstanding work to ensure that the voices of Afghan women will never again be pushed into the background. “The UK remains absolutely committed to Afghanistan, and this commitment will continue after 2014 when our combat forces leave. Our work will go on supporting Afghan women and girls as they tackle the challenges and opportunities ahead. Women can and must play a crucial role in building the Afghanistan of the future.” The discussions highlighted the difficulties faced by many women in Afghanistan including a high level of

violence. Baroness Warsi noted the challenges of tackling these given the deeply conservative culture in many parts of the country. She reiterated the importance the UK attaches to encouraging the Afghan Government to uphold its commitments on women’s rights, including through the implementation of the Elimination of Violence against Women law. Baroness Warsi said: “Tackling violence and discrimination against women and girls is essential for a stable and peaceful Afghanistan, for building a stronger economy and a fairer society. Afghan women must be allowed to play their full part in Afghan public and political life, including as voters and candidates in the elections in April next year. “Women’s political parti-cipation gives voice to a marginalised section

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Patients in Yorkshire and Humber with long term conditions such as mental health problems, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), diabetes and stroke are set to benefit from £10m of funding awarded by the National Institute for Health Research (NIHR). The programme, called the NIHR Collaboration for Leadership in Applied Health Research and Care Yorkshire and Humber (CLAHRC YH), will test new ways of delivering and re-designing health services and tackling health inequalities. The research programme – which is being boosted by a further £14million pound investment from partner organisations across Yorkshire and Humber – will begin its work in January 2014 for a five-year period. The investment will see the development of health services through joint

working between patients and partner organisations. As well as projects to improve services for people with diabetes, COPD, mental health disorders, and stroke survivors, there will be projects on the use of remote health technologies, which can help patients with long term conditions through improved monitoring and self-management, and projects to improve diagnosis and services for the frail and elderly. Professor Sue Mawson, director of the Collaboration for Leadership in Applied Health Research and Care Yorkshire and Humber and Chair in Health Services Research at the University of Sheffield, said: “We are delighted to have been awarded funding for this major new initiative which will give us real opportunities to continue our activities and research in this important area.

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“Yorkshire and Humber has some of the highest levels of social deprivation and health inequalities in the country, and the North-South divide is growing, so this is a significant investment which will enable us to address some of the huge health challenges we face across our region. Lord Howe, Health Minister said: “This is great news for patients – this funding could potentially help the development of ground breaking treatments which could revolutionise care. With a growing elderly population, the need for innovative and effective solutions has never been more important. “We want the UK to lead the world in terms of health research and this announcement underlines that commitment. It is vital that we invest in health research, not only to create the opportunities for health research to grow – but also to help our economy thrive so we can compete in the global race.”

Streetvibe launches the Role Model Series to inspire youth of today

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The first instalment of the Streetvibe initiative, ‘Role Models’, proved a massive success with a memorable exhibition from the Dream Warriors and Raxstar. The musicians began the day attending a radio interview at Fever FM, with a video diary made and an exclusive track given to the radio station before they headed to Leeds to launch the latest project at the Hamara centre. With equipment already in place for the band upon their arrival they arrived to a warm welcome from over 30 young people, who had been waiting to see Raxstar. The session started with a

talk on how the band got together and the story of their struggle to get to where they are now, passing on important messages about success and failures. Raxstar talked about growing up in Luton and coming through a gang, but being able to walk away from that life style, pointing out how his music encouraged him to become a star. He touched on how difficult it was for him as he lived in a predominantly white area and how he overcame difficulties to reach his goals and fulfill his dreams. The personal talks were then followed by a question and answer session from the young people where there were some interesting questions and some very wise answers, the full interview is

available on www.rolemodelseries.com The finale was the band performance and as expected the young people sang along mesmerized and in awe of the roles models. An extraordinary opportunity to meet genuine celebrities was fulfilled by many young people. Will this be the inspiration they needed to make a positive change to their futures? To keep up to date with all the latest news and initiatives from Hamara, please visit their Facebook and Twitter pages. All sessions will be recorded and archived on www.rolemodelseries.com, Flickr and YouTube Channel. To find out more or to get involved contact Arfan on 0113 277 3330 or Arfan@hamara.co.uk

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Kumon Y’all get to work in helping tidy up retirement scheme gardens COMMUNITY: Youth group Kumon Y’all help local retirement scheme

Youth group work to better local community By Sally Thurrell sally@asianexpress.co.uk

Youth group Kumon Y’all have been working together to improve garden HELPING: The group work together to impro ve facilities facilities in a local retirement scheme. Members of the group now visit the Walker Street retirement home scheme in Thornhill drugs, Lees regularly, and have been helping with crime and anti-social behaviour as well as general gardening work, offering massages and beauty health, education and housing. Farook Yunus, group leader from Kumon Y’all, therapy treatments and joining in with exercise said: “Around 20 of us went down to do some classes and activities on the complex. Retirement scheme coordinator Jeanette West gardening and had a really great time. “There was so much laughter and the atmosphere has nothing but praise for the work the group do for between the young people and the residents was their elderly community. She said: “The young people are an absolute electric. “We’ve become almost like family, and it’s lovely godsend. They worked so hard in the gardens, doing all the weeding, clearing away any rubbish and some that something so little can bring a smile to people’s faces.” planting. “They seemed to really enjoy it and the residents loved having the young people here.” On their website, Kumon Y’all explain that their group consistently work to find problem areas within their local community, it says, “We say we can and we will do something about it. If we join together we can tackle the problems and overcome them. “If we want a crime free, well educated, healthy and socially cohesive society then we will have to work hard to achieve it.” The youth team also work to tackle issues such as

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The winners of a competition to name the new mascot of a popular visitor attraction in the city have been revealed. The competition launched in June and was open to all primary schools. Classes were asked to suggest a suitable name for the meerkat, who will represent Tropical World at Roundhay Park. Popular attraction Tropical World, which is currently undergoing a £720,000 revamp, is home to a wide-variety of animals, including meerkats, butterflies, birds, fish, reptiles, nocturnal monkeys, bats and crocodiles. After 56 classes from 22 schools across the city had submitted their suggestions, the Y2 class of St Patrick’s Catholic primary and class 2Pi of Chapel Allerton primary were named as the winners, following their proposal of the name ‘Mango’. At St Patrick’s, each class proposed a name, and three pupils in year six took on the task of collating the entries, and

then e-mailing the list to the Tropical World team. Following the announcement of the winning name, Mango paid a special visit to St Patrick’s to meet the pupils at their final assembly before the summer break. Councillor Jack Dunn, lead member for the environment said: “Tropical World really is a brilliant visitor

attraction for all the family, and it was great to see so many primary schools take part in this city-wide competition to name our meerkat mascot. “After a lot of deliberation ‘Mango’ was chosen as the winner, and well done to both St Patrick’s Catholic primary and Chapel Allerton primary on submitting the successful entry. “Mango certainly caused a stir when he visited the pupils of St Patrick’s, and judging by the enthusiastic reception, promises to be a very popular mascot for Tropical World.” Mrs Kneeshaw, Head Teacher of St Patrick’s Catholic primary school said: “It was a wonderful surprise for all the school to have Tropical World's fabulous new mascot visit school on our last day of term! “Many of the children said they hoped to visit Mango during the holidays when they visited Roundhay Park. Thank you again to the Tropical World team for bringing him to our school.”

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Glass ceiling “low” for Muslim women By Sally Thurrell

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Muslim women face triple-edged prejudice based on gender, ethnicity and religion Muslim women are still said to be facing prejudice in the work place and receive disparaging regularly comments about the way they dress. Some of the discrimination they receive relates to all women, including gender equality and unequal pay, but they also face extra difficulties. Last year an all-party parliamentary report found that Muslim women face “triple discrimination” based on their gender, ethnicity and religion. The report, compiled by the Runnymede Trust, found that Bangladeshi and Pakistani women were more likely to be made redundant, and generic assumptions were made about them, for example leaving work for good once they had children. Many Muslim women fear their professional identity may be impacted upon by the hijab in particular, and presumptions people have about it. Fauzia, 32, began working in the sector following her banking graduation, she claims she found she wasn’t taken seriously by her colleagues and her contributions were rarely acknowledged. She said: “They used to refer to me as 'the girl with the sheet on her head'. They thought it was funny, but it was incredibly hurtful. “I felt belittled every day. It was like they didn't want to acknowledge me as a real person by using my name.” Sara Khan is from the Muslim women’s rights group Inspire, she said,

“The glass ceiling is incredibly low for Muslim women. The Muslim women I work with say that they don’t understand why they aren’t given the same chances as other women. They question whether it’s their name or the way they dress. incredibly “It’s complex, the transition from leaving education to entering the labour market is where Muslim women can find themselves disadvantaged. “There’s an assumption that Muslim women will marry younger and have children younger whereas, really, there are so many Muslim women who want to work.” Many Muslim women are looking around for career support and advice, resources. There is an increasing number of networks available, with initiatives such as Muslim Women’s Network and Urban Muslim Women’s Show proving popular. Recommendations were raised on the back of the Runnymede Trust report but as of yet, few have been taken up.

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Leeds-Bradford cycle “super highway” go ahead A 14-mile cycle path connecting the two cities is to be built following an £18m investment

A 14-mile “cycle super highway” connecting Bradford and Leeds has been given the go-ahead following a £29 million investment. Up to £18m will come from the Department for Transport for the route, with £11m of local funding coming from the two councils and Metro. Work is set to begin later this year. Metro will pay around £7.5m while Bradford Council will pay 25 per cent of the remainder and Leeds Council 75 per cent, due to the fact that a larger portion of the cycle superhighway will fall under Leeds Council’s remit. The cash award from the Department of Transport is part of a £94m government fund to promote cycling in cities and national parks across the UK. James Lewis, Metro chairman, hopes the superhighway will “transform” cycling between the two cities. He said the path will “link local residents to employment sites, areas of housing growth and key economic regeneration sites.” Adding: “It will encourage more people to use their bikes for commuting to and from work and help reduce the dependency on private cars.” The Tour De France’s Grand Depart starts from Yorkshire in July next year,

and Leeds Councillor Keith Wakefield hopes the path with leave a “lasting legacy”. Transport Secretary Patrick McLoughlin said: “We have seen a significant growth in the number of cyclists in London over the last few years. But cycling shouldn’t be confined to the capital. “Today’s announcement shows we are absolutely committed to boosting cycling in cities and the countryside across the whole of England. I want to help open up cycling to more people and these measures to make cycling safer on our roads are an important part of that.”

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New information suggests higher local funding cuts than originally expected By Sally Thurrell sally@asianexpress.co.uk

New information suggests that local government is to be hit by higher funding cuts than previously expected. Information released by the government on the new spending round shows that local government is to be hit harder than initially thought following the Chancellor’s SHOCKED: Cllr Keith Wakefield said he is “astounded” by funding revelations

Statement in June. The cuts for 2014-15 and 2015-16 are much deeper than the ten per cent previously announced as the government intends to deduct money from the local government settlement baseline to meet new burdens in social care and for proposals to fund collaborative work between council’s and other parts of the public service. This will mean a £1.1bn national cut in local government funding

with the amount being in the region of 15 per cent rather than the 10 per cent announced. The effect locally will see Kirklees Council needing to find an extra £7m in 2015/16 and a further £13m if this pattern is replicated in 2016/17. Leader of Kirklees Council, Cllr Mehboob Khan, said: “The new information we have now suggests that the cuts in basic funding for local councils will be much higher

than previously indicated and that between 2015/16 and 2016/17 Kirklees will have to make savings of £20m which will severely damage our financial planning ability. “We would ask the Department for Communities and Local Government to reconsider this move as it will magnify the effect of cuts which are already significant and lead to a greater negative impact on local people who rely on services provided by the council. “Making cuts of this magnitude will have a detrimental effect on local people and we would ask that the government is much clearer on how much is being cut in real terms so that people will understand the actions that we need to take at local level to meet the challenge set. Money allocated to meet new burdens should not be sold to the population as a funding increase for local government when the way it is being funded is in fact a cut to other services.” Cllr Keith Wakefield, Leader Leeds City Council, said: “It is no exaggeration to say that the latest revelations about local authority funding will signal the end of many public services. I am astounded at the audacity of the Government in publicly announcing 10 per cent real term cuts for local government, fully in the knowledge that the reduction

would actually be 15 per cent. “In 2015-16 that will be an additional cut of £20m for Leeds on top of the £26m we were already aware of. By that time we will already have saved over £200m. In the face of yet more cuts our ability to protect vital public services and to avoid compulsory redundancies is becoming more restricted than ever. “We are already working differently, becoming a smaller organisation, transforming services and, in some cases, stopping services altogether. Despite the adversity we face and the increasing demand for services such as adult social care, we continue to drive economic growth, deliver jobs, encourage enterprise and lead major regeneration projects. “Government should know that local councils are vital to the fabric of all our communities - protecting our elderly, helping ensure children get a good start in life, delivering cleaner and greener environments. In Leeds it is the council dealing with the devastating frontline impact of Government welfare changes, tackling poverty and working to reduce health inequalities. “Ministers misleading the public about the scale of the cuts in 201415 and 2015-16, means services people rely upon are now threatened by closure.”

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Bradford celebrates Pakistan’s 66th Independence Day Annual flag raising ceremony held at the Pakistani Consulate By Sally Thurrell sally@asianexpress.co.uk

The 66th anniversary of Pakistani independence was marked last week with a flag raising ceremony in Bradford. turned out to Hundreds participate in the celebrations; the flag raising ceremony was held at 10am at Bradford’s Pakistani Consulate. The day, held on the 14th August, began with special prayers for integrity, solidarity, and development of Pakistan in mosques and religious places across the country. The annual celebration marks the day that Pakistan was declared a sovereign nation and gained independence from the British Raj in 1947. Tariq Iqbal Somoroo, the Consul General, read a special message during proceedings, and the room was filled with a large number of people in attendance from Bradford and its surrounding areas. The Lord Mayor, Councillor Khadim Hussain, was in attendance and was delighted to offer the of Pakistan his people congratulations. He said: “On behalf of all the people of Bradford we wish Pakistani people all the best for the future. “I hope that in coming years they will be prosperous in their resolve to

challenge the problems they are facing at the moment. They are overcoming difficulties and hopefully the democratic process they have started will continue. “We need strong institutions in Pakistan and they need their

own democratic process so they become part of the democratic world. They have unfortunately suffered in the past with military dictatorship but now they’ve been living under a democratic process and it’s been a very peaceful transition.

“I wish them good luck to continue on this path and the very best from myself and the people of Bradford.” The day following Pakistani Independence Day is Indian Independence Day, both are in their 66th year.

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“a problem” MENTAL HEALTH: Ranjit Thaliwal is a mental health solicitor

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Experts worry that mental health issues are seen as taboo and not dealt with appropriately It is well publicised that, every year, around 1 in 4 people will be affected by mental health problems, and these issues know no boundaries and can cause problems for people of any age, gender or culture. Experts have raised

fresh concerns with how Asian communities deal with mental health and have explained that some South Asian cultural tendencies can ease problems with those affected and others can harm their recovery. Reports suggest that mental health is sometimes perceived as the result of black magic and fears that those affected may be possessed by a jihn (evil spirit), meaning that many are reluctant to receive treatment in hospital and instead visit jihn healers to discuss their concerns. Ranjit Thaliwal is a mental health solicitor for Thaliwal Bridge Solicitors and explains that, in his experience, he has found common factors when dealing with these issues within Asian communities. He said, “Firstly, there is an extensive family system and usually a broad network of support, which is clearly positive. “One of the disadvantages is that if an individual comes across a mental health problem, the family may seek to try and cope with this in-house and prevent hospitalisation with the authorities becoming involved. “[This] then means that it takes a little longer for them to potentially make a recovery, as more treatment and support may be required on the inpatient basis. “Seeking help at an earlier stage may actually be far more beneficial to these individuals and make the relapse more manageable and preventable.” Thaliwal also explains that due to these sorts of issues being taboo within Asian communities families may be more “guarded”

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due to the uncertainty of the situation, and therefore less likely to seek external support. A report from Time to Change, a campaign group run by charities Mind and Rethink, outlined that the main reasons for problems regarding tackling mental health within Asian communities were social stigma, causes for illness weren’t understood, families can be caring yet isolating and social pressures including damaging marriage prospects. Dinesh Bhugra is Professor of Mental Health and Cultural Diversity at Institute of Psychiatry at King's College London argues that there is still a huge stigma attached to mental illness within South Asian communities and many still consider it something to be hidden from friends and family. Bhungra’s research also shows that many South Asians would rather search for support elsewhere than consult a medical professional. He said, “Research has demonstrated that although middle aged Punjabi women understand what depression is, they also see it as a result of life's ups and downs. They would rather go to the temple, gurudwara or mosque than the doctor for treatment or advice because these are less stigmatising places. “Taking these factors into account, community and spiritual leaders should engage with service providers to discuss service planning and delivery, research agendas and how the landscape

for interventions should be shaped. “In addition, communities can set up helplines, hold forums where issues related to mental health are explored and also perhaps nominate mental health champions.” Azheem Khan had a nervous breakdown during his final exams at school, feeling under “huge pressure” he went back to his home one day and “just lost it”. He said, “I threw my typewriter through the window, smashed up furniture and ended up holding the attending GP by the neck. “The next thing I knew I was in a psychiatric unit wondering what was going on. Dealing with feeling that I was losing my mind was terrifying. My family was in as much shock as I was. “We all live under the illusion that mental illness is something that happens to someone else until it happens to you.” Khan also said that he was let down when he requested support from a local Muslim priest who refused to answer calls or visit him in hospital, despite him pleading with him to help him. He said, “I believe that God and science can go hand-in-hand. They don’t have to be mutually exclusive – I take my tablets, speak to a psychiatrist and pray to God.” Khan adds, “Although the stigma attached to mental health isn’t unique to the Asian community, it is something future generations need to have a better understanding of so we can shed the misunderstanding of the subject, and help those when in need of support.”

Anyone with concerns can get in touch with Mind, who provide confidential information about mental health and where to get help. Telephone: 0300 123 3393 (9am-5pm Monday to Friday) Email: info@mind.org.uk Website: www.mind.org.uk/help/advice_lines

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14 Leeds taxi drivers have had their licenses revoked after 225 complaints were made, according to Leeds City Council. Over half the complaints were due to sexual, violent and serious driving offences. The largest proportion of complaints were made because of driving standards and inappropriate behaviour. 53 drivers have also been suspended so far this year, 11 of

which were due to being disqualified to drive, and 11 related to sexual offences, violence or drugs. Of the 225 complaints, 92 were made because of poor driving and parking standards. Other complaints related to plying for hire, overcharging, inappropriate behaviour and breaching licensing conditions. Leeds City Council has said they take reports of sexual and

Asian Express violent behaviour “very seriously”. Councillor Rebecca Charlwood, chair of Leeds City Council’s licensing committee, said: “A taxi driver is in a very key position of trust and we take any allegation of any kind very, very seriously. “The five cases do range from just talking and discussing sexual approaches to touching and then further. But we take them very seriously and we’ll revoke a license on that basis.”

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Police are reappealing for information after Ravi Naru Opticians in Shipley was targeted. Owner Navraj Naru was threatened by a man holding what appeared to be a taser, who demanded he give him his car keys. He left with the victim’s wallet and keys before driving away in his Black Golf GTI, registration NIA 858, just after noon last Wednesday. He allegedly drove the vehicle towards Manningham and the car is still missing. The suspect is described as 6ft 1ins tall, white, slim, and was wearing a black balaclava with eye and mouth holes, a black hooded sweatshirt with the hood pulled up, greay tracksuit trousers and black trainers with white stripes. Anyone with information should call Airedale and North Bradford CID, on 101, or Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.

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Sky Ride’s the limit for local cycling fun

A series of free cycle rides are taking place in Leeds over the coming weeks ideal for families and anyone eager to get out on their bikes. As part of the new partnership between Leeds City Council, British Cycling and West Yorkshire Metro’s go:cycling project announced earlier this year, a range of guided Sky Ride Local rides are available suited to riders of all ages and abilities during the remainder of the school summer holidays and beyond. The rides follow on from the firstever Sky Ride Leeds which last month attracted more than 8,500 people to take to the streets of the city centre for a traffic-free ride. The Sky Ride Local events are smaller rides aimed at encouraging people to go cycling together and explore the local area. All rides are organised and guided by British Cycling-trained Ride Leaders, who are on hand to offer guidance and support throughout. A variety of distances and challenges are available, ranging from short easygoing rides to more challenging tests for more advanced riders.

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A host of South Yorkshire communities united last month to celebrate the birth of the Royal baby in the holy month of Ramadan. Sheffield, Rotherham, Barnsley and Doncaster representatives attended an evening of entertainment in the Steel city which saw three Mayors come together for the first time in history. The Lord Mayor of Sheffield, the civic Deputy Mayor of Doncaster, and the Mayor of Rotherham were all in attendance of the event organised by Mukhtar Tufail, from the Anglo Asian Society, and Chaudhry Sajid Hussain, local restaurateur.

The pair were initially commissioned with the task of organising a universal event in which the whole South Yorkshire community would come together and celebrate the birth of the new Prince; hence a night of fine dining and entertainment was conceived. Over 400 people of all faiths attended the event which was staged at a time suitable for the Muslim community to break their fast. Following a rendition of the national anthem, various guests were welcomed to congratulate the royal couple, before a live performance from local and international artist, Ahmed Hussain, who as on hand to sing a Nasheed (religious hymn). During the Royal party two distinct British figures were acknowledged as being British icons and their righteous endeavours were endorsed. Harry Gration MBE, from BBC Look North, was presented with a bouquet of flowers and applauded for his contribution to the local and national media and acknowledged

“I am very honoured...to be hosting this event as it goes along way into showing firstly how committed British Muslims are in integrating and secondly how peaceful and open a religion we are.” for his place on the Queens Honours list. Mrs Muniza Baseer, mother of former Pakistani pop diva Nazia Hassan, was also given a life time achievements award for upholding the legacy of her daughter. Also joining the respective Mayors was the honourable Lord Nazir Ahmed, Councillors from Rotherham, Sheffield and Barnsley, and Parishes from Doncaster and Barnsley. Co-organiser, Chaudhry Sajid, was thrilled with the success of the

night. “I am very honoured...to be hosting this event as it goes along way into showing firstly how committed British Muslims are in integrating and secondly how peaceful and open a religion we are,” he said. Fellow organiser, Mukhtar Tufail, added: “I was asked to bring the entire south Yorkshire together and indeed that is exactly what I have done. People living in south Yorkshire must be very proud of what we have achieved today.”

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A fun-packed summer fair has donated to Islamic Relief, an been arranged by a group of international aid and local volunteers to raise money development charity, who are for the victims caught up in the currently operating in Syria and Syrian conflict. so can ensure that funds raised Since the beginning of the will get distributed as aid to the Syria uprising in 2011, over people who need it the most. 100,000 people have lost their The recent #Cakes4Syria lives and a staggering 3 million appeal was a huge success in people are now living as refugees raising over £80,000 for the cause - making it the largest refugee and it is hoped that this fair will crisis since the continue to Rwandan bring in much genocide in needed funds 1994. for the Western After hearing Asian country. of this plight, a The event team of Leeds follows on the based success of last fundraisers year’s Islamic decided to Relief fun day organise an at the Bilal opportunity Centre, where where families tens of Leeds fundraisers thousands of can enjoy a Sunday organise exciting pounds were afternoon raised for water event for serious together and, at solution cause the same time, projects in East help raise Africa. money for the deteriorating As well as responding to Syrian crisis. disasters and emergencies, The summer fair will take Islamic Relief promotes place this Sunday 18th August, sustainable economic and social between 12pm and 6pm, at the development by working with Bilal Centre on Conway Road. local communities - regardless of Admission is free and everyone race, religion or gender. is welcome to come and enjoy Islamic Relief registered the variety of food, charity number is 328158, and entertainment, funfair rides, more details about what the stalls and other attractions on charity does and how to get offer. involved can be found at: All proceeds raised will be www.islamic-relief.org.uk

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Blog questions the ‘halal’ food stamp By Anush Ansari anush@asianexpress.co.uk

“Halal certification agencies seem to be quite cagey about the criteria and the methods they use.”

In the wake of a series of food scares and examples of contamination of supposedly halal food products by materials such as horse meat and pig DNA, a British food professional has launched his own investigation into the value of halal food manufacturers’ claims. Faruk Vali is managing director of a Lancashire based halal food business and, having developed an insider’s view of the industry, he made the decision to launch his own blog. The site is intended to help ordinary Muslim consumers to make more informed choices about the foods that they eat by providing details about what ‘halal’ and ‘halal certified’ stamps really mean. Vali states: “I started the blog because it seemed to me that there is a great deal of uncertainty amongst consumers about halal labelling. There is a lack of clarity in the halal industry and so much of customer choice has to come down to a matter of trust. “I started by looking at the question of halal certification. In practice, there is very little to stop an unscrupulous manufacturer from sticking a ‘halal’ stamp on almost any item of food packaging, regardless of whether its ingredients have been checked and processed in accordance with halal requirements or not. “There are several different certification bodies operating in the UK and it’s clear that they operate according to very different principles. Some will accept stunning; others will not. Some appear to accept mechanical slaughter; others do not. Some check via a system of periodic ‘spot checks’ whilst others will only award certification if the company has a full time, independent inspector stationed on the

factory floor. “In short, there is still a great deal of difference between the various systems and when the consumer sees a ‘halal certified’ label on a product, it can still be very difficult to know exactly what that means. “The other big problem is that some of the certification agencies seem to be quite cagey about the criteria and the methods they use. “I work for a halal certified company, so I know what its particular monitoring agency looks for, but trying to obtain detailed information from some of the other bodies was almost impossible. If it’s difficult for me – as someone who works within the industry – to find out what a given halal-certified stamp means, then what hope does the ordinary consumer have? “The goal of the new blog is to produce an honest and accurate comparison between the different certification agencies – what they check for; how they operate and so on. I have been as accurate as I possibly could but it’s a difficult field in which to gather hard facts so I’m hoping that the agencies themselves will check the blog and write in with any corrections or updates. The blog is intended to help people make better choices about the foods they eat, so I’d ask the certification bodies to use it as an opportunity to give consumers clearer information about their work.” The early results of Faruk’s ongoing research can be found at www.choosinghalal.org.

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Oxfam will showcase a women's fashion show by entrepreneur and designer Neishaa Gharat at the London Mela to show the benefits of donating and buying clothes from Oxfam and how this helps fight poverty. The MELA will take place on September 1st 2013 at Gunnersbury Park, London and Oxfam will be raising awareness of its work in South Asia. Oxfam is the official charity sponsor for the London Mela which celebrates the culture and creativity of South Asia and last year attracted 82,000 people. Gharat said: “I love shopping at Oxfam because it is shopping for a good cause. It is not fast fashion that fades. It is clothes that have been loved and want to be loved longer. Shopping at Oxfam is not about following trends, it gives you an opportunity to create your own unique style. New picks that fit within your existing wardrobe to bring a unique twist to that day or evening look. “I have hand-picked some fantastic finds from Oxfam donations to create the ensemble called the 'Neishaa Gharat for Oxfam Collection'. We have also reconstructed key pieces with hand-made appliqué work. For example we have designed a butterfly garden on a Karen Millen dress. We are designing a scarf dress

with beautiful Oxfamdonated silk scarves.” Oxfam will show case 30 pieces for the catwalk. All ensembles will be restyled and recreated from donated Oxfam clothes and accessories. Aashni, Contemporary Indian High Fashion House, London, has donated three designer outfits to the collection. This is the second year of Oxfam's involvement with the Mela and last year saw the marking of 60 years of the organisation's work in India. Oxfam's Trading Director, Andrew Horton said: “Oxfam is very proud to be taking part in the Mela again this year. We look forward to highlighting the work that Oxfam has carried out in South Asia for more than 60 years, especially our work with women. “This year marks our 40th year of working in Pakistan and we will highlight some of the work which has helped pull millions out of poverty. What is really unique about this year’s event is a fashion show by Neishaa Gharat which will help create an experience that brings the audience closer to the ethos of re-use, recycling and recreating. It also identifies with Oxfam's organisational values, culture and work in south Asia. Pieces from the fashion show will be available to buy in the Oxfam online shop straight after the show. Be quick or you will miss out.”

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Leeds Train Station tops list by having highest number of injuries Statistic said to be caused by Leeds’ nightlife scene and drunken revellers losing their balance By Sally Thurrell sally@asianexpress.co.uk

Leeds train station has topped a national list to become the station with the highest number of injuries over the past year. The city’s busy nightlife scene is said to be partially to blame for the high number of people being hurt tripping in the station, falling down stairs and falling off platforms. Injuries included cuts, bruises and fractures. Network Rail have said that most incidents occurred in Leeds when people lost their balance after being out drinking in the city. Over the past 12 months Leeds saw 179 accidents within the station, followed by London Paddington with 177 and London Liverpool Street with 135. Nationally across Network Rail’s 17 managed stations the toll consists of, one fatality, 51 bone fractures, 19 dislocations, five concussions and dozens of bruises, cuts and abrasions as people have fallen on steps and escalators, over luggage and even off platforms between trains. Commuters using the station said they

believed the main offenders to be football supporters, students and groups out for hen and stag parties. Ahmed Abdalla, 20, told the BBC: “It’s the city centre, people are drunk everywhere. From the afternoon they start, early drinking, partying all the time. “They should be more careful, it’s stupid. They're putting themselves and people around them at risk. It’s mostly young college boys, uni boys, and girls sometimes.” Ifor Russell, 79, from Pudsey fell down a station escalator five years ago when another user pushed the emergency stop button. He said catching a train is “one big mad rush” and that he’s been nervous to use the station since. Network Rail has since launched a digital and poster campaign to promote train safety and encourage passengers to be more careful, especially after drinking alcohol. Dyan Crowther, Network Rail route managing director, said: “We do everything we can to make moving around our stations as easy and safe as possible but our teams deal with far too many people who have injured themselves where it appears alcohol has

been a factor. “We want people to enjoy their evenings and get home safe. The only thing I want to see fall is the number of incidents, so hopefully the campaign will be a gentle reminder for people to take extra care as they travel home through our stations.” British Transport Police Deputy Chief Constable Paul Crowther said: “Somewhat inevitably, drinking alcohol can impair people’s judgement and coordination. “Encouraging passengers to be more aware of their surroundings, particularly when they have had a drink, and to be alert to the inherent dangers that exist in stations will, we hope, reduce avoidable slips and falls across the network.”

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Hull and Sheffield Universities top region for student satisfaction The two Yorkshire and Humber Universities have been awarded the accolade because of STUDENT SATISFACTION: Both their student experience Universities were awarded By Sally Thurrell sally@asianexpress.co.uk

The Univeristy of Sheffield and University of Hull have been ranked joint top in the Yorkshire and region for student Humber satisfaction, according to the latest National Student Survery (NSS). With 45,000 students between them, both have collected first-rate feedback from students questioned as part of the survey. The NSS covers nearly all final-year undergraduates studying for higher education qualifications. 265,000 students Around responded to the survey this year, representing a response rate of 65 per cent, the highest rate in the seven years that the NSS has been running. Both Hull and Sheffield Universities have very active and popular student union facilities. Sheffield University’s union is currently undergoing a £20 million

refurbishment and was voted with a high satisfaction score of 93 per cent. Hull University Students’ Union is one of the most active unions in the country, with over 150 active societies, and last year won “Higher Education Students’ Union of the year” in the NUS awards. The Unversity of Hull also has the largest voluntary group in the region, the Hull University Social Services Organisation (HUSSO), who have won awards for their work in the past. Professor Paul White, Pro-ViceChancellor for Learning and Teaching at the University of Sheffield, said: “The fact that our students continue to be amongst the most satisfied in the country is fantastic and I’m delighted that the Students’ Union has scored so highly. “The results are a clear demonstration of our commitment to providing an outstanding student experience, excellent facilities and world-class teaching and support to our students.”

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WINNERS: (below) The University of Hull was joint top in winning the accolade

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Bradford students terrorised by robbers Two students at Bradford University were victims of a robbery gang ‘sullying’ the city’s inclusive multicultural reputation

GUILTY: Amaar Arif, 24, of no fixed address has been found guilty of robbery

A robbery gang, of which two members have been found guilty of victimising two Bradford students, have sullied the city’s proud reputation for welcoming people of all nationalities, a judge said this week. Waqar Ali, 19 of Ascot Parade, Horton Bank Top, Bradford, and Amaar Arif, 24, of

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no fixed abode, pleaded guilty to robbing Letang Matutu and John Mlazie at their student accommodation in Grantham Place, Bradford, on February 11th this year. Prosecutor Clare Benson said the two men were part of a three strong team who initially tricked Matutu to gain access to his address before Mlazie arrived at

their home and the two students were subjected to violence and their belongings were stolen. Judge Jonathan Rose locked sentenced Ali and Arif for a total of almost ten years for their actions. A jury heard how the two victims, originally from Botswana, returned home after the ordeal as they were so

upset, and felt afraid to go out alone and walk in the city. Judge Rose told them: “You have sullied the name of this city, creating fear among students with your violence and thuggery. “The crime will have been a terrifying experience. It caused injury and created fear and distress.”

GUILTY: Waqar Ali, 19, Ascot Parade, Bradford worked as part of a gang to terrorise university students

Bradford man jailed following rape of woman on night out

11 years for “serious risk” rapist GUILTY: Sajaket Khan, 25, has been jailed for 11 years after being found guilty of rape

GUILTY: Arshad Mahmood, 33, has been found guilty of attempted rape

Great Horton man “likely to be deported” after luring a 14-year-old boy into the cellar and attempting to sexually assault him

A Bradford barber who attempted to rape a 14-year-old boy when he came for a haircut has been found guilty and is now likely to be deported, a court heard. Arshad Mahmood, 33, of Arncliffe Terrance, Great Horton, lured the teenager into a cellar where he sexually abused him. Mahmood was convicted by a jury after a three-day trial for an offence which Judge Peter Benson called “a significant breach of trust”. Bradford Crown Court also heard the 14-year-old victim was white with shock following the attack. Judge Benson said, “Parents are entitled to expect that when they send their children to have their hair cut, they are not subjected to sexual abuse. “You were determined to have your way with this young man.” The boy, who cannot be named for legal reasons, went into the shop for a haircut. Mahmood initially tried to groom him by offering him money before asking him to come down into the cellar to help carry some towels. Mahmood then kissed the victim and attempted to remove the boy’s clothes whilst he struggled to get away. Judge Benson accepted that no physical violence or intimidation was used but stated that the matter was very serious due to the persistence of Mahmood, the breach of trust and the number of offences. Mahmood has been ordered to sign the sex offenders’ register for life and is now subject to an indefinite Sexual Offences Prevention Order, which prevents him having contact with under-16s. His barrister, Abdul Iqbal, said it was inevitable his client would be deported after serving his sentence.

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A Bradford man has been found guilty of rape and sentenced to 11 years behind bars. Sajaket Khan, 25, of Stillington House, Bolton Woods, Bradford, picked up the woman and locked her in the back of his car and forced her to perform sexual acts on him. Judge Jonathan Durham Hall labelled Khan “a serious risk to all lone women” and it has been revealed he has previous sexual convictions dating back to when he was 14years-old. Bradford Crown Court heard that Khan would spend the rest of his life behind bars if he committed any more sexual offences. Judge Jonathan Durham Hall said: “You clearly in your personality have a predatory urge which far exceeds any degree of normality. “You’re a very serious risk to lone females who you seek to identify, follow and, as it were, trap.” A jury heard how the woman, who cannot be named for legal reasons, told her friends that she was going to the bathroom, but her next memory was that of being in Khan’s car. David Gordon, prosecuting,

said: “By her own admission she’s got very drunk on a combination of wine, lager and something called jager bombs. “On one occasion he stopped the car and got in to the back seat with his trousers and pants down. “She tried to get out of the car door and found it was locked. She began to panic and the defendant told her to calm down and said he wouldn’t hurt her,” The woman said she decided to comply to get the ordeal over quickly. When she arrived home after the attack her husband immediately rang the police. On initial interview Khan claimed he was innocent, but a swab taken from the victim contained his DNA and during the trial pleaded guilty to two count of oral rape. His previous convictions include three counts of indecent assault and two of indecent exposure with intent to insult women. Judge Jonathan Durham Hall QC gave Khan credit for an early guilty plea and sentenced him to concurrent sentences of six years, with a five year extension, for each count. Khan was also made subject to a sexual offences prevention order and has been ordered to pay a victim surcharge. He must also comply with sexual offenders notification requirements for life.

Police appeal for witnesses after Bradford shooting Bradford South CID are asking for any information concerning a shooting incident in Holmewood Police are appealing for witnesses following a shooting incident in Holmewood on July 16th. Bradford South CID are appealing for anyone who has information to come forwards following the incident outside the Holmewood Social Club on Broadstone Way at about 5.45pm. Emergency services were called to the scene after a member of the public reported hearing what he believed to be a gunshot and, on attending, discovered a 28-year-old man with facial injuries. He was taken to hospital where he is being treated for his injuries which are non-life threatening. Active enquiries have been ongoing in the area to determine the precise circumstances of what took place.

DCI Simon Atkinson of West Yorkshire Police said: “We would like to speak to anyone who witnessed or has information about what happened. “Fortunately the victim received injuries which are not life threatening but it is important we catch those responsible as quickly as possible and are looking for witnesses to help us build a picture of what has occurred. “Such violence is totally unacceptable and will not be tolerated by the public or the Police.” Anyone who has information about this offence can contact Bradford South CID by calling 101. Calls to the CrimeStoppers charity can be made in total anonymity on 0800 555 111.

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Lord Mayor’s Curry Club comes to City Hall The Lord Mayor’s Curry Club continues with a delicious three-course meal to be held in Bradford City Hall

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restaurants across the district to raise money for the appeal. Other restaurants signed up to take part so far are Shama The Lord Mayor’s Curry Club continues Bingley, Aagrah, Akbar’s and the Midland Hotel. with a delicious three-course meal in City Lord Mayor Councillor Khadim Hussain Hall. said: “The Curry Club is a fantastic The meal will include a selection of opportunity for people to get together and starters, choice of four main curries and a share great food whilst raising money for a dessert. There will also be a non-alcoholic good cause. cocktail for diners on arrival. It will be held in the Banqueting Suite, “Bradford Disability Sport and Leisure Bradford City Hall, on Wednesday, 21 is close to my heart as I have a grandson August at 7pm. who is autistic and he has shown me that Tickets for the event cost £15 per person, with support from organisations of this with 50 per cent of the price being donated nature, disabled people can achieve great to the Lord Mayor’s Appeal. things.” This year the Lord Mayor of Bradford, Bradford is also home to an annual, Councillor Khadim Hussain, has chosen world-famous curry festival and has won the charity Bradford Disability Sport and the title of “Curry Capital” for two years Leisure, which offers year round training, running. competitions and sports and leisure To book at ticket or to find out more opportunities for disabled people from about the Lord Mayor’s Appeal phone across the district. 01274 434 965 or email Now in its sixth year, the Lord Mayor’s Curry Club meets once a month at lordmayorsappeal@bradford.gov.uk

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Ever tried to make your own ladoos and barfi for special occasions only to see them turn into rock-like disasters or a big pile of not-so-gorgeous goo? Well hereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s your chance to put things right with our delicious and foolproof sweetmeat recipes. All you need is some basic ingredients, a bit of time and a few humble tins of condensed milk. Enjoy!

Ginger Ladoo

Makes 20 Prep time: 15 minutes

Kheer Jewelled with Dried Fruit

This recipe is also delicious using dried chopped apricots; substitute the ginger for the apricot.

Serves 4 Prep time: 5 minutes Cooking time 30 minutes Ingredients 25g raisins 75g dried apricots, chopped 100g pudding rice 3 strands saffron pinch ground cardamom 397g can Carnation condensed milk 25g almond slivers 25g pistachios, chopped 1tbsp rose water

Ingredients 1tbsp butter or ghee 150g fine semolina 50g ground almonds 1 tsp ground nutmeg 25g crystallized stem ginger, finely chopped Half a 397g can Carnation condensed milk

To finish, chopped pistachio

To finish, strands of saffron Method Heat the butter or ghee in a pan and gently toast the semolina for a few minutes, take off the heat and stir in the remaining ingredients. Roll the mixture into 20 small balls and finish with strands of saffron.

Orange Scented Gulab Jamun Serves makes 20-30 Prep time: 15 minutes Cooking time 10-15 minutes Ingredients For the sugar syrup 365g sugar 250ml water 1tsp orange essence 310g plain flour 1 tsp baking powder 1 tsp bicarbonate of soda pinch ground nutmeg 397g can Carnation condensed milk ghee or ground nut oil to fry To finish, a sprinkling of toasted desiccated coconut Method Make a thin syrup, by boiling the sugar and water together for a few minutes, allow to cool then stir in the orange essence.

Sweet treats

Method Soak the dried fruits in a little hot water. Meanwhile place the rice in a pan with saffron and cardamom and 600ml water, heat gently and bring to the boil. Simmer very gently for 20 minutes. Add the dried fruits and condensed milk and heat for a further 10 minutes, stirring continuously. Add the almonds and pistachio and take off the heat. Serve warm, finished with chopped pistachio.

Toasted Coconut Burfi Prep time: 20 minutes

Pistachio and Chocolate Burfi Makes 20 Prep time: 20 minutes Ingredients 190g milk powder 150ml double cream 1 tbsp butter or ghee 1 tsp ground nutmeg 50g pistachio nuts, chopped 397g can Carnation condensed milk To finish 100g dark chocolate, melted gold or silver leaf

Sift together the dry ingredients into a bowl and stir in enough condensed milk to form a soft dough (approximately half the can).

Method Mix the milk powder and double cream in a bowl until it forms a thick and crumbly paste.

Shape the dough into small sausages approximately 2cm in length then fry gently in a pan of hot oil. You should aim to cook 3-4 jamuns at a time as they expand during cooking. Do not allow the oil to over heat as the jamuns will cook too quickly on the outside but not be cooked through in the middle.

Heat the butter or ghee over a low heat for a couple of minutes, stir in the nutmeg and pistachio and toast for a few minutes. Add the cream mixture and the condensed milk; the mixture will be solid to start with and will soften as you continue to heat it. Keep stirring until the mixture starts to come away from the sides.

Drain the jamuns onto kitchen paper then place into a clean pan with the orange syrup. Serve hot or cold with toasted coconut, to finish.

Pour into a non-stick tray and spread to a 2cm thickness. Spread over the melted chocolate and decorate with gold or silver leaf. Allow to cool and then cut into square shapes.

Ingredients 190g milk powder 150ml double cream 1 tbsp butter or ghee 50g creamed coconut, grated 25g desiccated coconut 1 tsp ground cardamom 397g can Carnation condensed milk To finish, toasted coconut. Method Mix the milk powder and double cream in a bowl until it forms a thick and crumbly paste. Heat the butter or ghee over a low heat for a few minutes and stir in both types of coconut. Toast for a few minutes, stirring and watching the mixture to prevent the coconut from burning. Stir in the remaining ingredients with the cream mixture. The mix will be solid to start with and will soften as you continue to heat it. Keep stirring until the mixture starts to come away from the sides. Pour into a non-stick tray, spread to a 2cm thickness and sprinkle with toasted coconut. To finish, cut into diamonds when cool. Alternatively roll into approx 20 balls and roll in toasted coconut.

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Business news Tastes of the world at Hasan’s

DINING: The upstairs dining area seats up to 46 people

RESTAURATEUR: Hasan Chaudhry

world of contemporary Indian dining is closer than you may think, with Hasan’s restaurant on Kirkstall Road capturing the rich tastes of South Asia. Having been established for almost four years, Hasan’s restaurant has fast become one of the top eateries in the area, drawing in a host of food enthusiasts eager to tantalise their taste buds. Split into two sections, the Punjabi eating establishment caters for up to 44 diners in the restaurant, whilst parties and functions of up to 40 people can be held in the modern downstairs area. A Bollywood theme runs throughout the lower level of the restaurant with characters from a selection of films creating a mural on the wall. Meanwhile, the space also benefits from having its own separate bar whilst customers can bring their own music to be played. Owner and chef, Hasan Chaudhry, has always had a passion for food, having grown up in a family, which owned restaurants. After initially graduating in accounting and finance, a young 25-year-old decided his place was in the kitchen rather than behind a desk and so decided to work with his father in the family restaurant, which has been running for over 25 years. Here, he honed in on the skills needed to become a fine dining chef, learning the trade before he could take the next step into management and ownership. In 2009, the move finally came for Hasan's when he opened up his own restaurant in the

heart of Leeds. A great amount of time was spent deciding which dishes to feature by the restaurateur and his team of qualified chefs; one of which previously worked at a five star hotel in Pakistan. The restaurant offers an extensive selection of traditional Punjabi cuisine such as Nihari, which is full tender lamb shanks cooked on the bone on a slow heat in different herbs and spices, whilst just a selection of the most popular dishes on the menu include the Butter Chicken Karahi, King Prawn grills, Lamb Chops, Chicken Masala Desi. Those that like meat on the bone often opt for dishes such as the Chicken or

Lamb Handi that is marinated and cooked with garlic, ginger, yogurt, tomatoes, herbs and spices. Fish lovers will delight in dishes such as the Fish Lasan cooked with baby garlic cloves. In terms of desserts, the restaurant offers ten different flavours of Movenpick ice cream and dishes such as chocolate brownie, Raspberry White Chocolate Cheese Brulee and the traditional favourite Ras Malai. “We offer traditional Punjabi cuisine in a modern and contemporary environment that is fresh and clean and our hygiene rating from the Leeds City Council Health Inspector is five stars,” Hasan explains.

STYLISH: Hasan’s Restaurant is situated on Kirkstall Road

“Although the feel and environment of the restaurant was important when we first set up, one of the main things was getting the menu right so we spent a lot of time finalising the details of our dishes and experimenting." Hasan believes in the restaurant trade, it is not just about giving the customer your best speciality dish but about offering them the right dish for them: “It is important to find out the types of cuisine and spices they normally have and then offer them a dish they will like. For example, if I offered a customer who normally has a Korma our speciality dish Nihari he or she may not like that because it is quite spicy so I would recommend a dish such as a the Chicken Makhani.” Although featuring dishes such as Rogan Josh, Korma and Madras on the menu, Hasan's emphasis is on specialities such as the Chicken Lasan and Lamb Nihari. This Summer has been a busy one for Hasan's who now also do even catering and also took part at the Leeds Food and Drink Festival and the World Curry Festival in Bradford where they provided fresh food cooking in a theatre styled stall. Hasan along with his chef has even cooked at the House of commons and won an award for it too. The restaurant was also recently highly commended in the prestigious Tiffin Cup Awards and is also a finalist in this year’s English Curry Awards, to add to its growing accolade collection.

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hether you’re looking for a place to keep fit, lose a few pounds, or just sit back and relax, Lister’s Ladies Gym in Bradford could be the place for you. With state of the art gym equipment, steam room and sauna, the 10-month-old company has already gained a valued reputation in excellent service. A brand new spin studio has just opened on site which will allow members to take part in classes, with expert instructors on hand to guide you through your workout. Prices have now been slashed to cater for every person’s pocket, with memberships starting from just £23.50 a month, with special packages available for OAPs and students. Located in corner of the Manningham area of Bradford, the gym welcomes all women, of all ages and sizes to come along and enjoy themselves in a stress free environment. Owner, Naseem Shah, explains how the gym is constantly growing to keep ahead of the competition. She said: “Over the ten months we have been open, we have been going through an expansion plan. We’re knocking prices down yet offering a lot more for your money as we continue to grow as a company. “A package that used to cost £33 a month is now only £26, and members have a much wider range of equipment at their disposal.” m Listers Gyill, New staff has also been recruited to the M rs Liste premises to ensure fully qualified personnel oad Heaton R 9 4SH are on hand to lend support, take classes and D B , rd fo d offer advice to all members. Bra Naseem continues: “We have gone 44 274 406 1 through a strategic shift in terms of our Phone: 01 g Times Openin ursday: business recently yet the core of our Th approach will centre on what our members Monday - 9:00pm m a 6:30 pm want.” 0am - 6:00 A community based business, built around Friday: 6:3y & Sunday: Saturda 6:00pm the needs of its members; Lister’s Ladies Gym 9:00am continues to push up the bar when it comes to fitness.

Council secures £1.5million to build extra care housing Leeds City Council has been successful in a bid for grant funding to support the provision of new build extra care housing in the city. Leeds is one of 86 agencies that have secured the money from the Care and Support Specialised Housing scheme delivered by the Department for Health. The council will now work with the Homes and Communities Agency to move forward with the delivery of the homes. The extra care housing will offer older people the chance to live independently, with the option of receiving practical care or help in their homes. Councillor Peter Gruen, Leeds City Council executive board member with responsibility for neighbourhoods, housing and support services said: “It is excellent that we now have £1.5million to bring extra care accommodation to the city. As

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part of our ambitions to become the best city to live in, it is important that we can offer a wide range of housing to cater for everyone’s needs, and this is a further step towards this. “Housing plays a critical role in helping older people to live as independently as possible and receive care and practical help in their own home.” Councillor Adam Ogilvie, Leeds City Council executive board member with responsibility for adult social care said: “It is very important that we are able to provide modern living conditions for older people in the city, especially with the ever changing demographic of Leeds, and it is our responsibility to react to this. “This latest award of funding will do just that and ensure we can put in place plans to deliver this as soon as possible.”

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Motorists have been warned about a new car accident insurance scam, which has been dubbed "flash for cash". The latest tactic sees cars lying in wait for innocent victims at exits from shops, car parks or fuel stations. Fraudsters flash their headlights, offering the victim a right of way to join the main road, but then speed up to ensure their car is hit side-on by the unwitting driver, according to automotive anti-fraud investigation specialist APU. "It is yet another example of how criminal gangs are becoming more sophisticated and attempting to stay one step ahead of suspicion," APU's director of investigative services Neil Thomas said. "By appearing to offer the right of way, the criminal simply continues his journey into a collision, holding the victim at fault for turning across him which, of course, cannot be denied under law." The new tactic is a variation on the existing 'crash for cash' scam where organised crime gangs using several cars to stop suddenly, in the hope a following car will cause a rear-end collision. According to the Insurance Fraud Bureau (IFB), crash scams cost £392m annually, with gangs netting an average of £1.7m. The IFB believes 14% of personal injury claims are suspected to be linked to 'crash for cash' scams. Metropolitan Police Traffic Command Detective Inspector

‘Flash For Cash’ Car Crash Scam Warning David Hindmarsh said the motor industry insurance scams could add an estimated £50 to £100 to each policyholder's annual premium. The organised gangs now use claims management front companies to 'milk' the system. "The issue with this new type of collision is that the police would not be called, and there would be no personal injury," Det Insp Hindmarsh told Sky News. "Organised criminal groups can set up claim management companies with the sole purpose of defrauding the industry. "Insurance costs would then be claimed for recovery of the damaged vehicle, storage while awaiting repairs and car rental during the period."

Association of British Insurers (ABI) director general Otto Thoresen said that across the whole insurance industry around 380 fraudulent claims are uncovered daily, worth nearly £1bn a year. Another £2bn in fraudulent insurance claims are estimated to be made annually across the sector. Det Insp Hindmarsh warned that utmost care should be taken when a driver offers you to join the traffic flow. He said: "The advice would be if someone flashes you, make sure they are either stopped or don't risk pulling out. "Always make sure it is safe to move before you do so."

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n order to establish a claim in passing off, a Claimant requires to show they have the necessary goodwill or reputation, that there has been a misrepresentation to the public (which may or may not be intentional) which leads the public to believe that the goods or services offered are those of the Claimant and that damage has been caused. The Trade Marks Act 1994 provides the owner of a mark with the right to prevent unauthorised third parties from using any sign which because of its similarity confusion may be caused to the public. In the case of Fine & Country Ltd and others –v- Okotoks Ltd and others [2013], the Claimant, F&C had since 2001 licensed to independent local estate agencies the use of the name “Fine & Country”. The name was used extensively in marketing materials, advertisements, for sale boards and office signage. F&C provided a marketing umbrella to which a significant number of independent estate agencies were licensees. “Fine & Country” had been registered by the Claimants as a UK Trade Mark and a Community Trade Mark in the European Union. The Defendants had since 2009 operated a number of national estate agencies under the name “Fine”. Their logo was frequently accompanied by the strap line “selling fine homes throughout the country”. The Claimants issued Court proceedings against the Defendants for passing off and trade mark infringement. The High Court found that the use of the word “Fine” for estate agency services amounted to passing off and trademark infringement. The Defendants appealed. The Court of Appeal upheld the decision of the High Court. The Claimants’ mark enjoyed a reputation and the Defendants’ use of the “Fine” mark took unfair advantage of that reputation. Interestingly, the Court of Appeal rejected the Defendants’ argument that the Claimants had no right to pursue the

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action as the licensor. The Court took the view that the goodwill was attributable to the licensor and the claim was therefore allowed. The ability of F&C to attract a licence fee was itself goodwill and if the brand was damaged then the ramification of that would be damage caused to the ability to generate licence fees. A trade mark should not be registered if it is devoid of any distinctive character or contains references which refer to the nature, quality, quantity or purpose of the goods or services that the mark covers in the trade in which it operates. In any of those circumstances, any person can apply to invalidate a mark granted in breach of those provisions, unless an element of distinctiveness in the mark has been achieved since the time of its registration. The Defendants had produced significant evidence to show that the terms “fine”, “finest” and “country” were used as descriptive terms by estate agents. They sought to argue that the “Fine and Country” mark was therefore descriptive and should be invalidated. Whilst the Court accepted that the terms were descriptive, it held that the registration of the mark was valid because the “Fine and Country” mark as a whole had developed a secondary meaning. The Court found that the use of the name, font, capitalisation, underlining, use of gold, the strap line and the overall impression combined to establish a claim in passing off. The Court indicated that the use of the word “fine” itself may not have been sufficient to establish the claim in the absence of other factors. In this case it was the combination of the similarities between the two marks and the use of the marketing slogan which led to a conclusion of passing off. Brand owners need to exercise caution so as not to cause confusion with the brands of their competitors when generating brands and marketing slogans. We at Blacks deal with all aspects of intellectual property, to include claims for passing off.

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Marlows traditional fish and chips By Ashley Grint ashley@asianexpress.co.uk

stablished in the heart of Leeds for over six decades, Marlows Fish and Chips truly is a Yorkshire delight. Offering the finest traditional British dishes, the restaurant and takeaway, located on Street Lane, Moortown is the perfect place to pick up the original ‘food to go’. No animal fat is used in the cooking of the famous fish or chips, rather vegetable oil, meaning it is suitable for all diners of all faiths and backgrounds. A bronze crust encloses a mouthwatering haddock, sourced from the North Sea, whilst chips are prepared on site from local potatoes to ensure the goodness is sealed in and fat content is reduced. Restaurateur Howard Cooper has owned the establishment for over 11 years and is thankful for the custom of his loyal customers. “It is a great place to come and get something to eat and we cater for all ages and all people,” he said. “It is fantastic to serve the people of Leeds even after 60 years of trading, and we always welcome new faces to come in and get a bite.” Marlows Fish and Chips

also have a range of fantastic offers available for both takeaway and restaurant diners. A loyalty card scheme is available and can be joined via the website, which provides special offers and ‘freebies’ after a number of visits to the site, including 25% off your meal at the fifth time of visiting. Howard adds: “We have a number of promotions to reward our loyal customers. “For diners with children, take advantage of our current offer which allows kids, with paying adults, to eat for just £1! “There are also special meals for senior citizens, three course set meals and meals for two. “Likewise, we arrange catering for off peak charity events for local good and if anybody is interested please contact Graham in the restaurant.” Whether you just want to pick up a quick fish butty, have a family meal or even hold a party, Marlows Fish and Chips is the perfect place for all food lovers.

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Marlows Fish and Chips 391 Street Lane, Moortown, Leeds, LS17 6HQ Take Away Opening Times: Monday to Saturday 11:30am until 9:30pm Sundays 12:00 until 9:30pm Restaurant Opening Times: Monday to Saturday 11:30am until 9pm Sundays 12:00 until 9pm Telephone: 0113 269 4981 http://www.marlowsfishandchips.co.uk/

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n A-Level results day parents are divided into two camps. If your son or daughter has achieved the grades they needed it’s time to celebrate, but if they’ve fallen short, as well as giving support and sympathy, it’s important to stay calm and be ready with plan B. In order to be able to do this you need to make sure you understand in advance how the Clearing process for places on degree courses works, rather than leaving it to the last minute. Clearing allows students, who meet the requirements, to take up a place on any course which still has vacancies. Last year more students than ever secured a place on a degree course through Clearing. A useful thing to do beforehand is to get out a map and decide on the geographical areas where your son or daughter may be prepared to go for their studies. This will speed up the decision making

process if they do enter Clearing. An increasing number of students are choosing to study closer to home in order to combat the financial costs of living away. Course content, work placements and employability are also factors to consider when choosing an institution. If your son or daughter’s grades do not meet requirements, but they have their heart set on a particular subject, there is also the option of studying a foundation degree that leads onto a bachelor’s degree. The Bradford College University Centre offers foundation degrees in a variety of subjects ranging from Law to Teacher training. All degrees are delivered in state-of-the art facilities by teams of knowledgeable and highly qualified lecturers with years of industry experience to pass on. Where appropriate, degrees include professional accreditation to further enhance job prospects.

The Bradford College University Centre, which is home to over 4000 students, has been offering university level courses for over 30 years. There are over 150 full time and part time degree level courses to choose from some of which will be available through Clearing. Bradford College is the largest provider of Higher Education in the UK – offering both Bachelors and Masters Degrees – outside the university sector. The College has a strong ethos and students are supported every step of the way. Not only does it provide a safe and secure environment, it also offers personal help to those looking to start a degree course by providing financial guidance and advice about fees. Excellent academic standards and support mean that Bradford College University Centre’s students are some of the most successful in academic study and employment in Yorkshire and surrounding regions.

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Foreign secretary urged to review “last Brit in Guantanamo” case William Hague is being called upon to investigate Shaker Aamer’s case over fresh concerns

GUANTANAMO: MP lobbying for release of Guantanamo Bay detainee Shaker Aamer

Amidst fresh reports that the final British detainee at Guantanamo Bay is being subjected to physical and mental abuse, an MP is calling upon to UK Foreign Secretary to raise the matter with the US Secretary of State. LETTER: Eric Pickles has replied to a letter from the Muslim Council of Britain

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The Secretary of State for Communities and Local Government, Eric Pickles, has written to the Muslim Council of Britain addressing concerns raised about the Government's response to the growing number of Islamophobic attacks in the UK since the murder of Drummer Lee Rigby in May. The MCB criticised the official response to the bomb attacks in the West Midlands and called for a "coordinated national effort" to tackle the significant increase in anti-Muslim incidents. Farooq Murad is Secretary General of the MCB, he said, "The community has patiently borne the brunt of these attacks despite condemning, in the strongest possible terms, the tragic murder of Drummer Lee Rigby. Despite this spike in incidents, there has yet to be a coordinated national effort to ensure that these sorts of attacks never happen again. "It cannot be right that a minority community is allowed to

A report in the Independent newspaper on the 31st July claims that Mr Aamer had said to his lawyer in a declassified phone call that he still faces “forced cell extractions” on a daily basis. This is despite the fact that Mr Aamer, who has been held in the Cuban prison for more than 11 years, has never been charged with any offence. Shaker Aamer, a Saudi national and British resident, has been detained in Guantanamo Bay since 2002. He has twice been approved for transfer from Guantanamo Bay, but new US legislation governing transfers from Guantanamo Bay, and

the British government’s failure to make effective representations seeking his release, means that Shaker remains imprisoned without charge. Sadiq Khan MP has raised fresh concerns with Foreign Secretary William Hague and is urging him to discuss Aamer’s case with US Secretary of State John Kerry. Khan has been a long-term campaigner for Aamer and has lobbied both the Foreign Office and the Prime Minister on many occasions attended demonstrations outside parliament. In April 2013, a petition calling for the detainee’s safe return to the UK

received more than 100,000 signatures. As a result the issue was debated in Westminster Hall. Sadiq Khan MP, said, “I remain extremely concerned for Mr Aamer’s welfare whilst he remains detained in Guantanamo Bay. These latest reports which come from him personally suggest that he is being mistreated on a daily basis. “I hope that the Foreign Secretary will take these allegations of mistreatment seriously and bring Mr Aamer’s case to the forefront of the United States government’s mind so that we can begin to seek an end to his incarceration. “We must remember that Mr

Pickles vows to tackle anti-Muslim hatred be targeted in this manner.” Aamer Anwar, a Scottish Sun columnist also noted the absence of statements of solidarity at the time of the fall-out and criticised political leaders at their failure to speak out against recent acts of terror, such as the detonation of a bomb near Kanz ul Iman mosque in Tipton during prayer time. Despite previous cynicism Pickles has written a reply confirming and outlining the Government’s stance on antiMuslin hatred and outlines current and future plans in place to deal with the issues raised. Pickles’ reply argues that immediate statements were made by Government officials following the Tipton bombing, including one from James Brokenshire, Minister for Security at the Home Office and also made one himself “praising the calm a measured response of West Midlands people” after the discovery of a device in Wolverhampton. He also states that specialist advisers gave dedicated security advice to mosques, Islamic schools and community centres in the West Midlands area, visiting all 216

Eric Pickles has outlined new Government plans to tackle Muslim discrimination in the UK mosques and Muslim centres and adds that extra police patrols were put in place where necessary. Pickles wrote, “A large part of our work in the Department for Communities and Local Government is centred on tackling anti-Muslim hatred and countering the narrative that being British and Muslim is not compatible. “With the centenary of the First World War approaching, we are looking at ways that the role Commonwealth soldiers, including the many thousands of Muslims who fought for Britain, can be highlighted and commemorated. He adds,” I hope this reassures you of our commitment to preventing and addressing hatred and extremism and hope you will communicate these assurances to your affiliates.” Justin Welby, the Archbishop of Canterbury, has also recently spoken out against anti-Muslin attacks committed in the fall-out following the murder of Drummer Lee Rigby in Woolwich in May. Talking to Featherstone High

School in west London last week, the Archbishop labelled the attacks as "unacceptable" and "inexcusable" and said, "The attacks on minority ethnic groups across the country that there have been over the last few weeks are inexcusable, unacceptable and a scandal to a tradition of hospitality in this country of which we should be deeply proud and which has contributed far more to us than it has taken from us." "I want, as I have already done, to acknowledge the pressure that our Muslim friends and colleagues have faced over the last few weeks. There have been terrible attacks, I know that the vast majority of those in this country and especially people of faith would join me in condemning utterly any act of violence against anyone because of their faith. "We want you to know that we stand with you, we will do so privately and publicly. We will do so persistently and, I pray in the grace of God, persuasively."

Aamer has remained in prison, away from his family, for 11 years – and all the while never being charged with an offence, let alone being allowed his day in court. “I will continue to push the Foreign Office to work with their US counterparts to ensure that there is a resolution to this case once and for all”. Aamer’s plight is currently gaining more publicity and momentum, with a well-publicised food strike from an 81-year old ex-human rights lawyer in Dorset and singer PJ Harvey releasing a new protest song “Shaker Aamer” to bring attention to his cause.

Crack down on rogue traders

Victims bullied or misled into buying goods and services are set to be given new rights to protect them against rogue traders whose unfair practices collectively cost consumers billions of pounds. Draft legislation outlined by Consumer Minister Jo Swinson indicates how consumers will also have access to clearer information about any additional costs and more generous time limits for returning goods bought online. The new proposals amending the Consumer Protection Regulations from Unfair Trading Regulations will also give consumers 90 days to cancel a contract and be entitled to a full refund if they were unethically sold it and new rights to recover trader payments when they have been bullied into paying money. Consumers will also have a right to claim compensation if they have fallen victim to any of these practices. Swinson also announced details of how the Consumer Rights Directive will be implemented, including measures which will increase the time limit for returning goods bought online and outline key information which consumers must be given before agreeing to purchase. In a 2009 report Consumer Focus calculated that the total detriment suffered by consumers as a result of misleading and aggressive practices was around £3.3 billion a year. Research found that over 60% of the population had been the target of an unfair commercial practice.

UK employment soars and hits a record high

The number of people in employment has reached a record high of 29.78 million, with a rise of 300,000 over the last year, according to figures released today. More than two thirds of the rise has been amongst UK nationals. According to the Office for National Statistics, the growth in employment has been fuelled by a rise in permanent jobs: up 110,000 over the last three months. The growth is accompanied by a drop of 4,000 in the number of people classed as unemployed over the last three months. The level is now 49,000 lower than this time last year. Today’s independent figures also show that the number of people claiming Jobseeker’s Allowance has fallen for the ninth month in a row - and is now at its lowest level since February 2009. The number of people signing on fell in every region and nation of the UK for the third month in a row.

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Celebrities back Leicester’s City of Culture bid

FAMOUS FACES: Gurinda Chadha has spoken out to support Leicester’s City of Culture 2017 bid

City sees huge amount of support coming forward to help and hopes to win the 2017 title

Asian Express UK officials meet Sikh Representatives about Professor Bhullar Meeting hopes to remove the Professor from India’s “Death Row”

DEATH ROW: Officals meet about Professor Bhullar’s case and hope to remove him from India’s “Death Row”

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year. Festivities, exhibitions and displays are held within the area and it is hoped to boost the profile of the winning city as well as having Famous names from the “significant social and world of film, literature and economic benefits”. dance have come forward to The initiative is administered show their support to by the Department for Culture, Leicester’s bid to become the Media and Sport and has been next UK City of Culture. running since 2008, with Gurinder Chadha, director Liverpool crowned as the first of the smash hit film ‘Bend it City of Culture. like Beckham’, has sent the City Mayor Peter Soulsby city her backing. has been overwhelmed by the She said, "Leicester is a enthusiasm that’s been shown perfect city of culture for me. “It wears its vibrant cultural for the city’s bid. “It’s clear that there’s a diversity like a proud medal groundswell of opinion locally there’s always something cool and culturally innovative going that it just might be Leicester’s time to shine,” he said. on there." “The enthusiasm that we’ve Award-winning Leicesterborn author Bali Rai is another seen from the public, and the generous support we’ve had big name to back the bid. from celebrities with Leicester He said, "I can think of no better place for City of Culture connections, is extremely exciting. 2017 than Leicester” “What we need to do now is “We've been a diverse, to harness all this energy and energetic and vibrant city for many, many years and winning channel it into our bid the bid would only set in stone document – and convince the judging panel that Leicester what we already know. It would make a great UK City would be the perfect winner." of Culture in 2017.” And Akram Khan, the Gurinder Chadha, Bali Rai dancer and choreographer who and Akram Khan are the latest studied at De Montfort celebrities to back the city’s University and took centre stage at the opening ceremony bid, with author Sue Townsend and actor/director Richard of the London Olympics last year, has also come forward to Attenborough having already pledged their support to the lend his support. city’s bid. “I wholeheartedly support The city will submit its final Leicester's bid as UK City of bid on 30th September and Culture in 2017,” said Khan. find out in November if it has “I created what I consider been successful in securing the my most groundbreaking and 2017 title. beautiful works – Vertical Dundee, Hull and Swansea Road and Desh – in a coBay are the other three cities production with Curve in still in the running for Leicester. selection. “In 2017, I will create a new People can back the bid on company work, in partnership Facebook and Twitter, through with Curve, with the hope and aim that my artistic bar will be Leicester’s City of Culture website – raised even further and that www.leicestercityofculture2017 our lives will be better for it.” .co.uk – or by adding their UK City of Culture is a title signature to a giant signing given to a city in the United wall at Curve. Kingdom for a period of one

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Over and out

England cricketer, Monty Panesar, has been fined by police after urinating on nightclub bouncers in Brighton last week. Panesar, 31, was charged with acting drunk and disorderly outside the Shooshh club on Monday 5th August just after 4am. A police spokesman confirmed the details issuing the following statement: “A 31-year-old man received a fixed penalty notice for being drunk and disorderly after being seen urinating in public near the Shooshh Club in King's Road Arches, Brighton, around 4:13am (0313GMT) on Monday.” His team, Sussex County Cricket Club said they were investigating the incident internally and released the following statement: “Sussex County Cricket Club can confirm that an incident took place involving Monty Panesar in the early hours of Monday August 5. “The matter is under full investigation and the club will make no further comment at this stage.” Following the act, Panesar was charged £90 by the police, to which he paid on the spot, and later released an apology via a spokeswoman who said he ‘apologised unreservedly for any offence caused’. The bowler has made 48 Test appearances for England and taken 164 wickets, yet his starring role in the series win in India before Christmas was his first Test match for nearly four years.

Minister of State for India, Rt Hon Hugo Swire MP, joined by Lord Singh of Wimbledon, met Sikh representatives to discuss the case of Professor Bhullar whose appeal for his death sentence to be commuted was rejected by the Indian Supreme Court on 12th April. Professor Devinder Pal Singh Bhullar is now a convict on death row in India after being declared guilty of killing nine bystanders in a 1993 car bombing intended to kill Indian Congress politician Maninderjeet Singh Bitta He was sentenced to death by hanging by split decision, which has created a a huge amount of controversy among judicial and human rights circles. Amnesty International have previously stated that Professor Bhullar's hanging would be hugely disappointing, and would be a step backwards for human rights in the country. There has been immense pressure on the Indian Government to acquit Bhullar for lack of evidence but no action has ever been taken. During the meet this week Mr Swire reiterated the UK Government’s opposition to the death penalty in all circumstances as a matter of principle, in India as elsewhere. The UK will continue to monitor the case of Professor Bhullar closely, as we will in all cases where the death penalty has been given as a sentence. We also continue to call on the Indian government to reintroduce a moratorium on the death penalty, with a view to formal abolition.

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Multi-faith Iftar

On Thursday 1st August the Manchester Multi-faith Centre was packed to the rafters as over 60 people of all faiths attended an iftar. This is the traditional ‘after the fast meal’ enjoyed by Muslims every night in the month of Ramadan to break their daily fast. The event was jointly hosted and organised by the FN4M (Faith Network for Manchester), the Muslim Jewish Forum of Greater Manchester and the Manchester Christian Muslim Forum, whilst guests were welcomed by the Chair of the FN4M, Reverend Bob Day. The Lord Mayor of Manchester, Cllr Naeem Ul Hassan, attended and spoke about the wonderful diversity of Manchester before his predecessor, Cllr Afzal Khan, continued to speak on the same theme and also gave an explanation about the customs and practices of Ramadan. Thereafter the guests were treated to plentiful buffets of Asian food, kosher sandwiches, fruit and Caribbean banana cake. There was a convivial atmosphere with considerable interaction between all guests. Heather Fletcher, Secretary of the Muslim Jewish Forum said: “I thoroughly enjoyed ATTENDEES: (L-R) Forum Secretary, Heather Fletcher; MJF Executive Members, Qaisra Shahraz and June Rosen; un-named journalism student; Lord Mayor Cllr Naeem Ul Hassan; the evening, it was so pleasing MJF Executive Member, Cllr Afzal Khan; law student, Daniel Tichbi; MJF Co-Chair, Mohammed to see so many people of all Amin; FN4M Chairman, Reverend Bob Day and FN4M Secretary Reverend David Gray faiths attending and

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SNEH JOSHI

March 21st - April 20th

There seems to be a danger of conflicts of duty between home and work. Your work is likely to take up a lot of your time which may generate some domestic strain. Try to balance these areas of your life. Some of you will be intent on expanding their mental horizons through meditation, yoga or by travelling.

TAURUS

April 21st - May 21th

Make a very conscious attempt to stick to main priorities. Organise your time so that it is not taken up entirely by the demands of other people. If you know your ground and are not afraid to stick your neck out, you can create your own opportunities. A good time for the affairs of the heart.

GEMINI

May 22nd - June 21st

It seems that the winds of change begin to gather momentum and put a strong focus on domestic and family matters. Besides spending more time tending to domestic affairs, the focus can be on cultivating and nourishing your inner foundations, so to speak. It will serve you well in getting things sorted out without upsetting anyone.

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You will find added scope and greater incentive to push full steam ahead with your cherished aims. You must be careful not to tread on other people's toes. This is the right time to talk things over with your loved one especially anything that has been worrying you or making you feel insecure.

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interacting with each other and even better to see that many were still there chatting to each other at 11pm.” Reverend Bob Day, Chairman of FN4M, added: “This wonderful occasion was the first of what we hope will be many in Manchester Multifaith Centre which aims to bring people of many faiths together to share their concerns, beliefs and hopes. “There was a real buzz of conversation and opportunity was taken to get to know each other and plan new actions together. I was also able to introduce Reverend Andy Williams, our new part-time Community Development Worker, to those present. “We look forward to Andy creating new initiatives across the city for understanding and joint action among people of faith.” Ahmed Siddiq, Co-Chair of the Manchester Christian Muslim Forum, stated: “The Manchester Christian Muslim Forum has been holding an interfaith fast and dinner for the last several years, and it was our pleasure to sponsor this year's event held at the Manchester Multi-faith Centre. “This provided an excellent venue and it was a pleasure to see so many attendees. It was a shame there was no time to hear individuals' stories about how they coped with their first try at fasting - not made easy by the warm temperature and long daylight hours.”

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You may find yourself hard at work behind the scenes, although that may not be apparent to others. You may find yourself caught up in a whirlwind of activity, with opportunities to advance on both the inner and outer level. There’s a sparkle to your social life and you will have fun communicating with others.

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LIBRA

September 24th - October 23rd

Sun's transit of your 12th Solar House indicates that experience will put you in a deeply reflective mood. This is a favourable time for getting away from usual routines and seeking a retreat for a few days. All the better if you are interested in such things as meditation, yoga and therapies that help you to get in closer touch with your inner self.

You have the dynamic planet Mars in your solar 10th house of work. This planet indicates a desire to push forward, to assert yourself mentally and physically. This also means that you want to improve your work prospects. Of course, there are still challenging issues on both a personal and practical level - tread carefully.

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October 24th - November 22nd

It seems that you will be in gregarious mood, intent on cultivating a wider circle of acquaintances. Mentally you will be in good form to make on-the-spot decisions and also get your ideas across to the right people. Ideas that you have been juggling with for quite some time will now be easily pulled into shape, allowing you to push ahead.

SAGITTARIUS

November 23rd - December 21st

Give top priority to important written work. This applies particularly to financial and commercial interests. If you can manage to get away from usual routines, this will prove to be highly enjoyable and have a beneficial effect on your physical and psychological well-being. Loved ones will be looking after you.

CAPRICORN

December 22nd - January 20th

It is certainly going to be a fortunate time for those already married or in an established relationship. The keynote is emotional enrichment through close interaction with a loved one. Facets of your life that have been a source of restriction and dissatisfaction will begin to loosen their hold.

AQUARIUS

January 21st - February 19th

You will have the distinct feeling that everything is moving ahead at a very satisfying pace. You will be in a forward-looking mood, more inclined to reflect on the future and its potentials. The power of destiny is very much in your own hands and that any major decision you make will have a profound effect on your future.

PISCES

February 20th - March 20th

With Venus traversing your opposite sign of relationships for some time to come, it will put you in the right mood if you intend to indulge your pleasure-loving instincts. Venus, the planet of love and romance throws a pleasing light on affairs of the heart. Existing emotional differences can be easily sorted out now.

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“Go home” adverts aimed at illegal immigrants are being reviewed by ASA

CONTROVERSIAL: Counter-campaign mocks the original Home Office campaign vans

Home Office vans spark controversy By Sally Thurrell sally@asianexpress.co.uk

A Home Office campaign which saw advertising vans driving around London calling on illegal immigrants to “go home or face arrest” has been faced with severe backlash. The scheme has stirred up controversy and is now being investigated by the ASA (Advertising Standards Agency) following 60 complaints. A spokesperson for ASA said that members of the public had come forward to express their concerns, particularly over the wording of the advert. Campaign group Liberty have launched a counter-message mocking the Government adverts, with the message “Stirring up tension and division in the UK illegally? Home Office, think again.” displayed on a van which followed the routes of the original campaign vans. The Home Office advert was showcased around parts of London including Barnet,

Houndslow, Barking and Dagenham. A spokesperson has said the pilot scheme has been successful, but hasn’t disclosed statistics on how many people have left the country. Critics of the campaign have said that it is designed to raise tensions in communities and that the wording “Go home” is reminiscent of racists slogans from the 1970s. Business secretary Vince Cable, a Liberal Democrat, has labelled the scheme as "stupid and offensive" and Brent Council leader Muhammed Butt has spoken out to say the project was "an act of desperation". Rachel Robinson is a Liberty policy officer, she said they had started their tour in Westminster. "We were outside the Home Office for a little while, and had some quizzical looks from officials. But it certainly seems to be having an impact." "We thought this was an excellent way to get the counter message out there. We want to offer an alternative message, which isn't about division and stirring up tension. That's what we're really trying to achieve."

Skin cancer wonder drug trialled at Salford Royal Hospital 40 patients participated in the trial and the drug will now be launched in the UK

A new ‘wonder drug’ pill has been launched after a successful trial at Salford Royal Hospital. The groundbreaking pill Erivedge, medical name vismodegib, treats advanced stages of the common form of skin cancer, a condition only previously treatable using radiotherapy or surgery. Doctors who completed the testing in Salford said the drug cures tumours in ten per cent of cases and shrinks 47 per cent of legions. The drug was developed in America but has now been

approved by UK regulators. Around 40 patients with advanced basal cell carcinoma participated in the trials at Salford Royal, each taking a daily tablet for nine months. Dr John Lear, consultant dermatologist at Salford and Central Manchester NHS trusts, was the lead investigator for the trials. He said: “This could transform the lives and in some cases save the lives of cancer patients. “On the trial we’ve had patients who have had ulcerated areas covering half

their face and within three weeks they have healed completely. "These are dramatic results. This is particularly crucial for patients where tumours are on their faces. It could save them from losing eyes, ears, their nose.” Basal cell carcinoma is the most common form of cancer in the world, with over 150,000 sufferers in the UK. The pill blocks pathways which cause tumours. The science behind the wonder drug was discovered by Britons working with Cancer Research UK.

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Crack down on rogue traders New legislation hopes to protect vulnerable and elderly consumers Victims, bullied or misled into buying goods and services, are set to be given new rights to protect them against rogue traders whose unfair practices collectively cost consumers billions of pounds. Draft legislation outlined by Consumer Minister Jo Swinson indicates how consumers will also have access to clearer information about any additional costs and more generous time limits for returning goods bought online. The new proposals amending the Consumer Protection Regulations from Unfair Trading Regulations will also give consumers 90 days to cancel a contract and be entitled to a full refund if they were unethically sold it and new rights to recover trader payments when they have been bullied into paying money. Consumers will also have a right to claim compensation if they have fallen victim to any of these practices. Swinson also announced details of how the Consumer Rights Directive will be implemented, including measures which will increase the time limit for returning goods bought online and outline key information which consumers must be given before agreeing to purchase. In a 2009 report Consumer Focus calculated that the total detriment suffered by consumers as a result of misleading and aggressive practices was around £3.3 billion a year. Research found that over 60 per cent of the population had been the target of an unfair commercial practice.

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Lancashire's Police and Crime Commissioner is celebrating after the county was named a "Pioneering Place". This accolade means that the area is proven to ensure Lancashire's vulnerable residents get help at the earliest opportunity, and also means Lancashire will be supported further in the future by the Early Intervention Foundation. Clive Grunshaw is one of only two PCCs to secure the status for their area and nationally only 20 areas have been successful. The Early Intervention Foundation is a community organisation offering help and support to residents in need at the earliest possible opportunity and tries to offer preventative help instead of just reactive support. The Commissioner said: “Early Intervention work is vital to minimise the harm being done to our communities, prevent

vulnerable people reaching crisis point and ensure public services are delivered effectively to the benefit of every single one of the county’s residents. “I recognised the importance of this work in my Police and Crime Plan, and I am delighted the Early Intervention Foundation has acknowledged the good practice already going on across Lancashire in awarding us this status. “I am looking forward to working closely with both the Foundation and our partners to establish what Early Intervention means for Lancashire, how we can share the excellent practices which have already been established and how new ways of working can be developed to achieve even better results for Lancashire.” The Foundation will offer support in the form of advice from expert practitioners and academics, who will give valuable support to the Police and Crime Commissioner's plan to develop an over-arching strategy for Lancashire. The idea is that the 20

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August 2013 - 2nd Edition places will provide real-life examples of Early Intervention in action, and will be able to share success stories. Donna Molloy, Director of Implementation at The Early Intervention Foundation, said: “Whilst most of us would agree Early Intervention is worth doing, practical advice and evidence about how to make this a reality is in short supply.

“The twenty places announced today are already Early Intervention pioneers in many ways, but want to go much further. The Early Intervention Foundation team are really looking forward to working with them to develop understanding about how to put Early Intervention into practice and which programmes, services and systems work best to support this. ”

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hit Pakistan Communities at risk from serious flooding which has already left 80 dead in recent weeks FLOOD: Pakistan has been hit by heavy flooding across the country with already devastating consequences

Australian MP mistakes Islam for a country

An Australian MP has mistaken Islam for a country in a TV interview, she has been widely mocked and has since apologised and quit the election race. Stephanie Banister of the One Nation Party was fighting for a parliamentary seat in Queensland, she had only been in politics for 48 hours. The interview has gone viral and been spread widely across social media on the internet. During the video Banister also confused the term “haram” (forbidden) with Quran, and suggested Jews worship Jesus Christ. She said during her TV appearance, “I don’t oppose Islam as a country, but I do feel that their laws should not be welcome here in Australia.”

Banister now claims the interview was edited in a way to make her look “quite the fool”, and she has apologised to her political party and to friends and family for any embarrassment caused. One Nation Party leader, Jim Savage, has said in a statement that Banister still has full support from the group, and expressed concern that she has been under enormous pressure since the incident, including receiving threats aimed at herself and her family. Banister has since said, although she feels she was ready to stand for election, that she was possibly too “inexperienced” and “still learning about the political side of life”. She stood down from the election race and will no longer stand for vote on September 7th.

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Aid workers in Pakistan are on high alert after heavy monsoon rains swept across the country with already devastating consequences. Further deluges are forecast over the next two days in Balochistan and Sindh, among other regions. “At least 84 people were killed, 44 were wounded and 81,341 were affected by recent rain and flooding,” a senior official in the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) told AFP. Pakistan has suffered from devastating flooding over the past three years, and have been criticised in the past for not preparing well enough for the disaster caused to homes and farmland. Rashid Javed is director for Plan International in Pakistan, an aid company, he said, “Our partners on the ground are coordinating with the district government and rescue services. “They’ve already taken part in

the evacuation - handing over boats to the rescue services for evacuating those affected.” Children are among the dead in the worst affected villages after heavy rain triggered hill torrents. With further poor weather likely, traditionally flash flood-prone areas, including Marden, Malakand and Hazara are being closely monitored. Plan International has been working in Pakistan since 1997, helping marginalised children to access their rights to health, education, livelihood and protection. The charity also intervened during the devastating floods of 2010 that affected millions of villagers across the country. “We’re closely monitoring the situation on the ground,” says Mr Javed. “We have staff trained in disaster response that can be mobilised to respond to current and emerging needs.” Even heavier rain is expected in the country next month and existing contingency plans remain in place.

Mysterious signs banning Muslims from using a Texan shopping centre’s car park appeared this week sparking huge outrage. The posters read ‘No Muslim parking in the Westview Shopping Center’ and were spotted in the car park last week, which is across the street from a mosque. It has been reported that the signs were installed to deter large crowds which were expected at the mosque during the holy month of Ramadan. A handful of employees have been said to privately express frustration at members of the mosque occupying

spots allocated for customers in the past. Worshippers in the area were infuriated by the signs, which also warned offenders that their cars would be towed if they did not comply. "I feel sorry for the person who wrote it," said Ahmed Hassan. "This is what comes to mind because obviously he has a lot of hate." “I’m very shocked because we live in a society that’s supposed to be very accepting and this is what we all preach”, he added. The posters have since been removed from the car park and police are looking into the matter.

World’s longest hunger striker due in court Civil rights activist Irom Sharmila due to appear in court over suicide charges Irom Sharmila hasn’t eaten in over 500 weeks after going on hunger strike over 12 years ago to protest against the bloody conflict between Indian militants and the state. She faces charges in court this month for “attempting to commit suicide” but she vehemently denies the charges and argues that she is “protesting by non-violence at my best level.” Sharmila, 41, began her protest after an incident in November 2000 in which 10 people waiting at a bus stop in Malom, Manipur, were shot dead by parliamentary forces. For the past 12 years she has

lived in a hopistal ward where, three times a day, nurses feed her a concoction of protein, carbohydrates, vitamins and laxatives through a tube in her nose. Sharmila hopes to get the Indian government to amend the Armed PROTEST: Irom Sharmila has been Forces Special Powers Act, which contains on hunger strike for over 12 years legislation outlining that authorities started applying to India’s premises without a warrant and “fire seven “disturbed” north-eastern upon or otherwise use force, even to the causing of death, against any states in 1958. who is acting in The act gives armed forces the person right to arrest people and enter any contravention of any law”.

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Californian Muslims hold first Eid festival

Muslim foodies gathered to celebrate the California’s first “Halal Fest.” Dozens of vendors sold everything from halal cupcakes to brisket soft tacos with all of the goodies prepared according to Islamic dietary standards. “Halal Fest” is the first ever Halal Food & Eid Festival in the US state. “I got the idea after I visited New York City,” said Irfan Rydhan of San Jose, 38, a self-described “halal foodie” and

American Muslim activist who is one of eight key California Halal Fest organizers. “I saw all these halal food carts and trucks, and I wondered why we couldn’t do that here. “This is going to be an historic event for California, celebrating halal food with our Eid festival,” Rydhan said. “We believe in the spiritual benefits of halal food. We believe if you put good things in your body, then good things will happen to you in your life.”

Immigration policies ‘not the most effective’ warns advisor

British Home office policies concerning illegal immigration are not necessarily the most effective, a government adviser has warned. Long-term member of the government’s migration advisory committee Martin Ruhs said the methods the British government implement to deal with immigration issues may not be as effective as it has been said by the officials. He said, “Some policies have an element of a spectacle. you want to

send a signal, and those policies aren’t necessarily the most effective.” “You have to draw the line somewhere. Different people will draw the line in different places over what is acceptable in how you treat people,” he added. The advisor’s comments come after reports non-whites have been targeted for query by UK Border Agency (UKBA) officers at London stations, in a series of stop-check operations which aim at arresting illegal immigrants working in the country.

50 years on and Pakistan will be part of the Oscars

After hiatus of about 50 years, Pakistan will once again attend the Oscars. Although the film to be submitted is yet to be chosen, Pakistan will be submitting an entry for the Best Foreign Language Film category. Each country is allowed one submission and can decide how that film can be chosen. The deadline for submitting foreignlanguage film submissions to the Academy is 1st October this year. The committee to Asian

choose the film is independent from the government even though they will be approving the selection. With 21 releases in the year so far, Pakistani cinema is having a revival of sorts, giving selectors a wide variety of movies to choose from. Historically, Pakistan has sent only two films to the Academy since the category was created in 1956, Akhtar J. Kardar’s “Jago hua savera” in 1959 and Khawaja Khurshid Anwar’s “Ghunghat” in 1963.

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The story of Malala Yousafzai is an inspirational one which has captured the hearts and minds of millions of people around the world. After her hometown was taken over by Taliban forces, the teenager began writing for BBC Urdu about life under their rule. Using the pen name Gul Makai, she often spoke about her family's fight for girls' education in her community. In October 2012, she was targeted by the Taliban and shot in the head as she returned from school on the school bus. Amazingly, she made a remarkable recovery to become one of the most prominent campaigners in the world today, being featured on the front of Times magazine and speaking on behalf of young women everywhere. Today, Malala has gone from a remote valley in Northern Pakistan to the halls of the United Nations in New York. At just 16-years-old, she has become a global symbol of peaceful protest and the youngest ever nominee for the Nobel Peace Prize. Last month, as she celebrated her 16th birthday, Malala spoke as the Pakistani advocate for girl’s education at the United Nations Youth Assembly. The speech touched upon her personal experiences and the importance of restraining violence at a time when wars are a prominent aspect in many societies and countries. Addressing her peers and fellow international representatives, she said: “Even if there was a gun in my hand and he (Talib) was standing in front of me, I would not shoot him. This is the compassion I have learned from Mohamed, the prophet of mercy, Jesus Christ and Lord Buddha. This is the legacy of change I have inherited from Martin Luther King, Nelson Mandela and Mohammed Ali Jinnah. This is the philosophy of nonviolence that I have learned from Gandhi, Bacha Khan and Mother Teresa. And this is the forgiveness that I have learned from my father and from my mother. This is what my soul is telling me: be peaceful and love everyone.” Malala continued by

explaining the power of peaceful campaigns and how important the right to education is for all children, worldwide. She added: “We realize the importance of our voice when we are silenced. In the same way, when we were in Swat, the north of Pakistan, we realized the importance of pens and books when we saw the guns. “The wise saying: 'The pen is mightier than the sword' — it is true. The extremists are afraid of books and pens. The power of education frightens them. They are afraid of women. The power of the voice of women frightens them. They think that God is a tiny, little conservative being who would point guns at people's heads just for going to school. “These terrorists are misusing the name of Islam for their own personal benefit. Pashtuns want education for their daughters and sons. Peace is a necessity for education (and prosperity). In many parts of the world, especially Pakistan and Afghanistan, terrorism, war and conflicts stop children from going to schools. We are really tired of these wars.”

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Divers struggle to search sunken vessel as 18 feared dead inside Iraq car bombs kill at Indian divers are struggling to search a submarine which has sunk following an explosion in a Mumbai dockyard. 18 sailors are feared dead inside the vessel, with rescuers yet to reach any of the crew, which sunk following two explosions. Divers are working through difficult conditions to bring the submarine back to the surface, but their efforts are being hampered by poor visibility, restricted space and equipment displaces following the blasts. It is unclear what caused the blasts and sabotage hasn’t been ruled out, although

officials deem it unlikely. The vessel is said to be full of sea water, and the heat of the explosion has welded parts of the interior, leaving some compartments close to impossible to access. India’s navy chief has warned the country to “prepare for the worst”. India’s Independence Day coincided with the incident, Indian Prime Minister Manmohan Singh has spoken of his sorrow upon hearing the news. He said: “We are deeply pained that we lost the submarine INS Sindurakshak in an accident yesterday. Eighteen brave

EXPLOSION: An Indian submarine has sunk following two blasts near Mumbai

sailors are feared to have lost their lives.” The two explosions on board INS Sindhurakshak occurred after midnight on Tuesday, dramatic images broadcast on Indian television showed a huge fireball illuminating the sky, and the ensuing smoke was seen from many parts of nearby Mumbai. Locals who witnessed the scene have reported to have heard a sound “like a jet engine” at the time of the incident. Many sailors were said to have jumped to safety following the blasts and some are being treated in hospital.

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Five car bombs killed at least 14 people and wounded more than 80 in Baghdad, Iraqi police sources said. One attack was very close to the “green zone” diplomatic complex. One bomb exploded 200-300 metres outside Baghdad's international zone, close to Iraq's foreign ministry, killing four and wounding 12 others, sources have said. The central zone is a highly fortified area of the capital housing western embassies including the US mission. The nearby foreign ministry has been a frequent target of previous attacks. Iraq is experiencing

some of its worst violence since US troops left a year and a half ago, with Sunni Islamist militants including al-Qaida waging an insurgency against the Shia-led government. Multiple car bombs explode every week, killing dozens of people, and the government has launched a security mission to try to round up suspected militants. Last week’s attacks targeted districts in central, eastern, northern and southern Baghdad, including Shia areas, police said. One bomb, on a trailer carrying gas cylinders in al-Shurta alRabaa district, killed four and wounded 18.

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turmoil Tension in Cairo rises as death toll climbs

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Cairo is reported as being “quiet but tense” following the past few weeks’ turmoil which has ensued since the ousting of Islamist President Mohammed Morsi by the Egyptian Army. Security forces have been working to clear protest camps at two locations in Cairo and the death toll is rising.

Tear gas is reported to have been used to disperse protesters and bursts of gunfire have also been heard across the city. Armoured bulldozers were also used to clear the protest camps. At least 149 people have been killed in the operation, according to the health ministry. The Muslim Brotherhood, which backs the protestors, put the number of deaths at more than 2,000. The two protest sites are made up of supporters of President

CAIRO TENSIONS: Turmoil has ensued following the ousting of Islamist President Mohammed Morsi by the military

Mohammed Morsi, who was removed by the country’s military following mass street protests against him. Morsi still has many supporters, who are now demanding his reinstatement and are defying authorities and continuing to stage sit-ins. The BBC's Khaled Ezzelarab is on the scene in Cairo, and has reported seeing at least 140 bodies wrapped in shrouds at Eman mosque close to the main protest camp at Rabaa al-

Adawiya Square. He said: “Hundreds of people gathered at the mosque this morning, mostly relatives of those killed. There are dozens of bodies wrapped in white shrouds inside the mosque. I counted 70 bodies and then I stopped when I realised this was less than half. “Relatives' nerves are frayed as they try to figure out how they can bury their loved ones while ensuring they get proper documentation. Families tell me that hospitals

refused to provide documents about the real cause of death. “While we were here, we heard gunshots as a military vehicle sped by, apparently shooting in the air to clear the street. Some people are now setting up barricades to the block the roads around the mosque.” The Muslim Brotherhood is likely to continue with its protests in the city. The group worked for 80 years to take power in Egypt and it is reported they feel that power was taken away from them unjustly.

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Hindu representatives are criticising international pop icon Lady Gaga for what they see as ‘trivialisation’ of yoga in her new video. In the clip she appears striking yoga postures completely naked, Gaga has previously said how much she appreciates the Hindu faith and would consider adopting it herself. Hindu statesman Rajan Zed, in a statement in Nevada (USA) today, said that yoga was a revered age old tradition and deserved more seriousness and respect. Such depiction by Gaga was kind of distortion of the esteemed practice for Gaga’s self-serving agenda and could be upsetting for the serious and genuine seekers and devotees. Zed, who is President of Universal Society of Hinduism, also agreed that yoga, referred as “a living fossil”, was one of the six systems of orthodox Hindu philosophy and was highly venerated in Hinduism. Rajan Zed points out that some sages have described yoga as the silencing of all mental transformations, which leads to the total realization of the Supreme Self. Some have used yoga attempting to gain liberation by removing all sensory barriers. According to Patanjali, author of the basic text, the Yoga Sutra, yoga is a methodical effort to attain perfection, through the control of the different elements of human nature, physical and psychical, Zed adds.

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Hinduism is the oldest and third largest religion of the world, has about one billion adherents and moksh (liberation) is its ultimate goal. There are about three million Hindus in the USA. According to an estimate, about 21 million Americans, including many celebrities, now practice yoga.

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Once Upon a time in Mumbai Dobaara Bad really is the new good as ‘Once Upon a Time in Mumbai Dobaara’ sees Akshay Kumar make the transition from the role of an archetypal hero to a flamboyant bad boy, Shoaib. He is joined by Imran Khan (Aslam) and Sonakshi Sinha (Jasmine). The film also sees the return to the silver screen of Sonali Bendre (Mumtaz) in a cameo, after a hiatus of almost ten years. Milan Luthria, who directed the

first installment of Once Upon a Time in Mumbai and India’s most celebrated film of 2011, The Dirty Picture, created this has romantic drama shot partly in the Sultanate of Oman, and largely in Mumbai, recreating the 80s. The stirring musical score has been created by Pritam. Sunil Rohra, Global CEO of B4U-

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Set against the backdrop of the Sri Lanka civil war and the assassination of a key Indian political leader, Madras Café, is billed as one of this year’s most tense political thrillers and will launch globally later this month. One of India’s leading film and entertainment companies, Viacom18 Motion Pictures, teamed up with Indian film actor John Abraham’s JA Entertainment to create this highly anticipated motion picture which is sure to keep audiences in suspense. Madras Café sees award-winning actor John Abraham turn producer for the second time in his career after the international success of the off-beat comedy Vicky Donor. At the directorial helm is avantgarde independent film maker and

producer Shoojit Sircar, who is responsible for such well-received films as Vicky Donor and Yahaan. The film features an accomplished cast, including Nargis Fakhri, Prosenjit Chatterjee, Rashi Khanna, Siddharth Basu and Agnello Dias whilst the stirring musical score comes from Shantanu Moitra. Madras Café is set against the backdrop of the tumultuous and controversial Sri Lankan civil war of the 1980s. July 2013 marked the 30th anniversary of the conflict, which finally ended in 2009 with the military defeat of the separatist Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE). The film provides a timely reminder of the gruesome conflict that claimed thousands of Sinhala, Tamil and Muslim lives and left millions of

the overseas theatrical distributor, was thrilled to be able to bring the film to such a global audience. He said: “B4U is very excited to partner Balaji on their biggest film of the year, and is looking forward to be part of the hugely successful Once Upon a Time in Mumbai franchise, Dobaara. We will bring our entire theatrical distribution expertise for the release of the film in global markets, besides backing it with our television platforms to make it a huge success.” Imran Khan, who will be playing the part of love-struck Aslam, was also delighted to be able to express himself in new ways which will surprise audiences worldwide.

He added: “I love playing around with my look and Once Upon a Time in Mumbai Dobaara gave me the right opportunity to do so. For the first time, the audience will see me in a new look and character. “I am highly inspired by the 1980s iconic stars - Anil Kapoor and Jackie Shroff. I love their “ada” (stylish) shoes, hairstyle and moustache. “The look in any film is of high importance, as the audience can connect and relate to the particular time period. Besides, every single detail is very important, like how collars are done and hair is styled. Moreover, it is imperative to convince the audience that the film has actually been set in that time period or the

people displaced and desolate. The war’s impact was felt across the world with both Eastern and Western nations involved in the negotiations for a resolution. John Abraham performs the role of Captain Vikram Singh, an accomplished Para Military Officer recruited by the R&AW’s (India’s external security agency) Indian head Robin Dutt – with the mandate to execute certain covert Intelligence operations in Jaffna, Sri Lanka, and conduct peaceful provincial council elections. However, as Vikram delves deeper into his covert operations against a faceless enemy in a daring game of cat-and-mouse, he suddenly becomes the hunted. Soon the beleaguered Vikram realises that there is a leak within his own group. As Vikram finds himself embroiled deeper into the ‘game’, he steps into a sinister and bigger plan - a conspiracy to remove an important Indian leader. Vikram’s primary task is to figure out the ‘who, when, why and what’ of this conspiracy, with very little time at hand. With Robin Dutt’s full support, he attempts to uncover and stop this conspiracy from happening. And that too against opponents that are shrewd, vile, unseen, unknown, besides having to deal with an internal, almost indifferent, sceptical political system. Vikram’s quest for the truth sees him team up with an ally in the field – an Indo-Western journalist named ‘Jaya’ (Nargis Fakhri). Together they set about finding the truth amongst a complex web of lies and deceit, and begin telling the world their incredible story. The film launches in cinemas worldwide on the 23rd August.

Madras Cafe When plans to oust an Indian leader are unveiled, it is up to Vikram Singh to save the day

audience will pull out of the film. They will stop believing that it is a 1980s film.” Speaking about the film, Imran was also keen to emphasise the originiality of the screenplay which is sure to be welcomed by fans of the Once upon a time in Mumbai franchise. “The script is very cleverly written and extremely witty,” he said. “Rajat (Aroraa) has done a great job. I love the one-liners in the movie. They are very catchy.” Once Upon a Time in Mumbai Dobaara promises a lot of drama, action and romance and guarantees film lovers an emotional rollercoaster ride from start to finish.

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HDA BOLLYWOOD PERFORMING ARTS ACADEMY ANNOUNCES OPEN DAY, NEW TERM & EXCITING BOLLYWOOD OPPORTUNITIES The UK’s Bollywood Ambassador, Honey Kalaria is inviting budding dancers and performers to join her Bollywood Performing Arts Academy for open days on Saturday 24th in East London and Sunday 25th August in North London, as it opens places for the new September term. Wannabe stars of the future can take part in a free Bollywood taster class, enjoy dance performances from current students and professionals, get advice from dance trainers and Honey Kalaria and learn about performing arts opportunities the Academy can offer. The HDA

Academy has created countless stars in the UK and previous alumni have gone on to perform in films, theatre and television. Recent achievements includes 22-year-old Karishma Bhandari, who has been with the Academy for four years. She has just returned from India where Honey helped to secure a lead role for her in the Bollywood film, ‘Club Dancer’, to be screened later this year. And keen to promote English talent in Bollywood, Honey is working with the same director again, looking to cast four lead artists with an acting age of 18-25 years old for a new project. “It was a dream come true being put forward by Honey Kalaria, getting selected and actually working in a Bollywood film. Since then many new opportunities have opened up for me and I’m looking forward to developing my career as an actress,” comments Karishma Bhandari. With the new term kicking off from Friday 20th September students can choose to enrol on a number of courses. For those wishing to learn dance, individual Bollywood and Bhangra classes will be held, in addition to dance classes combining Bollywood, Bhangra, Indian Classical, Latin American, Arabic, Hip Hop, Street, Jazz and many other dance styles. And for those wishing to develop their Bollywood performing arts skills

professionally, students can enrol on the professional course with the opportunity to take part in a Bollywood Musical at the end of the year in July 2014. All students will have the option of taking accredited Bollywood dance exams and medal tests, as well as gaining experience in singing, acting and presenting. “We hope people of all ages and levels will join us at the Academy. Dancing is a great, fun way to keep fit and make new friends. We also hope to help students build their confidence, self-esteem and career prospects within the international entertainment industry, as well as giving professionals the chance to develop as performers, dance instructors and choreographers,” comments Honey Kalaria. Students need to enrol at the beginning of the academic term to secure their place on the dance courses and a special price of £99 for the dance courses (normal price £129) and £149 for the professional course (normal price £199) will be offered to those booking their places before Sunday 25th August. Anyone interested in attending the open day or joining the Academy should call 07850 875087 or visit www.honeysdanceacademy.com. A percentage of all class enrolments will be donated to The Honey Kalaria Foundation to help a number of charitable causes.

Tariq Khan – SADQAY! BY ASHLEY GRINT

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Manchester based singer and music producer Tariq Khan has made his long awaited return to the studio with his latest track SADQAY, available now. The musician is renowned and respected in the music industry for his consistent delivery of an array of hits, from ‘Soney Di Taveetri’ to ‘Teray Sadqay Soniye’ and more recently ‘Desi Kudiyan’. The latter was not only well received; it went on to become a global smash hit and took Tariq and his label

forward. ‘SADQAY’ represents love for traditional Punjabi music which can be enjoyed by any age group and at any occasion. The heavy Desi Percussion's, thumping beat and catchy hook line is guaranteed to have everyone singing and dancing throughout. Produced by an artist with talent and one that is destined to remain in the industry for a very long period, SADQAY is sure to get your foot tapping. The single has been produced by the supertalented Tariq Khan and

is a result of Tariq’s dedication; time and passion for his art and his continual strive to maintain a high standard of musical output to his fans so be sure to look out for this EID blockbuster. SADQAY was released on EID, 8th August by Legacy Music Records and is now available for purchase from iTunes & all good digital stores. The single is taken from Tariq Khans forthcoming album to be released in 2014.

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When it comes to acting, Nargis Fakhri has a long way to go to establish herself as a bankable star but one thing is for sure, her good looks are to die for. No wonder she has had her share of link-ups even though the actor is just one film old. First, Nargis was rumoured to be dating Ranbir Kapoor and then there were reports about her being married to Dhoom 3 actor, Uday Chopra. While Uday has openly expressed his fondness for Ms Fakhri over a social networking site,

here’s sad news for the action man. Nargis recently said in her interview that she doesn’t believe in the institution of marriage. “I don’t believe in marriage. I don’t come from the same culture. It doesn’t make sense to me. So I have no plans to get married,” said the Rockstar actor. And that’s just not it. The B-town brunette is also confident that she doesn’t need a man just to support her. “I want to be an independent woman. I will make my own career and money, so it’s okay if I don’t get married at all,” added the actor.

Crackling chemistry After giving a dose of their infectious on screen chemistry in Vishal Bhardwaj’s Kaminey, two ex-lovers will reunite once more for Ekta Kapoor’s upcoming production. Priyanka Chopra and Shahid Kapoor, who had set the screens on fire with their love making scenes in Kaminey, will come together again. The two have been linked repeatedly after PeeCee was spotted at Sasha’s house time and again. The two decided part their ways amicably right after PeeCee started developing a special bond with the mighty Khan of Bollywood. But now will the old flames be ignited again?

According to some reports when Imran Khan turned down the offer to work with Tigmanshu Dhulia under Ekta Kapoor’s banner that has Priyanka Chopra in it, Shahid Kapoor was roped in to replace the Khan lad. Interestingly, Imran was keener to work in the Lootera director’s next untitled project rather than working with Ekta. Apparently, Imran has cited the mandatory ‘oh-mydates-are-clashing’ excuse, but the truth seems to be that he is keen to play a Gujarati character in Motwane’s movie.

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Ranbir in the dog house? Actor Ranbir Kapoor got into trouble after he allegedly mocked at the B-Town superstars Shahrukh Khan and Salman Khan in the trailer of his upcoming movie Besharam. But, according to the recent sources, the Kapoor lad believes that Besharam is his Dabangg. According to a leading daily, Ranbir Kapoor was the initial choice for Raj Kumar Santoshi's movie Phata Poster Nikla Hero. But later, Ranbir was replaced by Shahid Kapoor in the film. Finally, Ranbir became a part of the real Dabangg director

Anurag Kashyap's movie Besharam. Interestingly, Besharam has a Dabangg connection in it, and as per Ranbir, this will be his real Dabangg movie.

Secret snaps

The fuss around Bollywood actress Katrina Kaif's recent bikini act doesn't seem to die out soon. The gorgeous actress felt betrayed after the media encroached on her personal space by printing photographs of Ranbir Kapoor and her, on vacation. Kat was so upset over this issue, that she went on to write an open letter to the media. According to Katrina’s open letter, she is very upset since the pictures were clicked without her permission, that too when she was on a private vacation. "The pictures were taken while I was on holiday by someone who, in an act of cowardice, has shot without permission and then

used the pictures for commercial gain," the letter read. "I request that all media running these pictures please refrain from doing so. I have a wonderful relationship with the media and have been accessible to the media at all times. There is no reason for this furtive and invasive behaviour," the letter further read.

No Gentle Giant

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While many of Rishi Kapoor’s co-stars have been victim of his infamous mood swings, recently the veteran actor came down heavily on one of his fans. According to several sources, an old gentleman in his 60’s, followed Mr Kapoor inside the washroom at a party and asked for an autograph once the actor finished his business. But what followed left everybody present on scene

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surprised. Instead of an autograph, the fan had to withstand Rishi Kapoor’s anger and the poor old gentleman had no option but to make a hasty exit. In fact, rumours go as far as saying Ranbir Kapoor was so furious that he used offensive language to shoo away his fan.

Turning over a new leaf?

Salman Khan is usually known to leave the sets as soon as he hears the words ‘wrap up.’ However, recently while shooting for a commercial in Bandra, Mumbai, he stayed back at the studio to check his shots, taking everyone by surprise. How sweet, no? What more, after seeing all the shots, he

thought that some of them were not up to the mark and demanded to reshoot them! He waited back for another three hours and shot them again. We wonder if Salman is only finding ways to distract his mind from the other distractions in his life or is he genuinely being human this time.

Return of the golden oldies

Govinda and Vinod Khanna have been missing from the big screen since quite some time, but as per the latest gossip, the two veteran actors are ready to make comeback since the two have been approached for the remake of Hero. The film will mark the debut of Sooraj Pancholi

and Suniel Shetty’s daughter Athiya Shetty. The film is set to go on floors soon and the makers are busy wrapping up the casting process. According to the grapevine, the film will be directed by Nikhil Advani, and the makers have roped in Govinda and Vinod Khanna for the roles which were originally played by Sanjeev Kumar and Shammi Kapoor respectively. Apparently, the lead actors Sooraj and Athiya are taking acting workshops these days. The remake of Hero will be produced by Salman Khan’s banner Salman Khan Productions, and it will be very different from the original, which released in 1983.

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SaEuPgT 2013 THE WOLVERINE (ALSO IN 3D) STARRING: HUGH JACKMAN, FAMKE JANSSEN, WILL YUN LEE, TAO OKAMOTO DIRECTOR: JAMES MANGOLD GENRE: ACTION-ADVENTURE

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In this sequel to the hybrid live action/animated family blockbuster comedy ‘The Smurfs’, the evil wizard Gargamel creates a couple of mischievous Smurf-like creatures called the ‘Naughties’ that he hopes will let him harness the all-powerful, magical Smurf-essence. But when he discovers that only a real Smurf can give him what he wants - and only a secret spell that Smurfette knows can turn the Naughties into real UK RE Smurfs - Gargamel LEASE 31/07 DATE: kidnaps Smurfette and /2013 brings her to Paris, where he has been winning the adoration of millions as the world's greatest sorcerer. It's up to Papa, Clumsy, Grouchy, and Vanity to return to our world, reunite with their human friends Patrick and Grace Winslow, and rescue her! Will Smurfette, who has always felt different from the other Smurfs, find a new connection with the Naughties - or will the Smurfs convince her that their love for her is True Blue?

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Juke it your way

Nissan launches new personalisation programme

Car buyers with a creative streak now have the perfect canvas on which to bring their visions to life. Following its successful launch in 2012, Nissan is further expanding its innovative personalisation programme for Juke. As part of the new programme, 11 different exterior styling and design elements are now customisable and available in up to eight different colours and shades. The majority of the components, including 17-inch alloy wheels, roof spoiler, side sills and headlamp finishers are available in all eight available colours. This opens up an exciting world of possibilities for buyers. To mark the expansion of the

personalisation programme, three new trim colours will be added in the coming months: Electric Blue, Mat Black and Black Purple, along with a new design of 18-inch alloy wheel that can specified in silver, black and diamond cut metallic grey finishes. The expanded personalisation programme also includes a number of new cabin features. Four different areas can now be customised with the same colour palette as the exterior. The centre console, for example, can be specified in one of seven different colours or finishes, along with the door finishers. The tweeters and air vents are available with eight different options, while even the floor mats now come with optional colour stitching.

To help buyers visualise their tailor-made Juke before ordering, Nissan has created a new 3D configurator that allows users to see how each new element looks. Developed specially for Nissan, the powerful visualisation module allows users to rotate a high-resolution, photographicquality version of their Juke through any angle. Buyers can add and remove trim and wheel designs and switch between the eight body colours at the click of a mouse button. Once complete, users are given a unique personalisation code that allows them to access the design via the Nissan homepage. Buyers who wish to order the car can then take the code to a Nissan dealership, where their design can be accessed and ordered.

Bastien Schupp, Marketing Vice President for Nissan in Europe said: "Juke customers have always had an eye for bold, stylish design, and with the new personalisation programme, they have the potential to create a truly unique car. "The possibilities are now almost infinite, and we're really looking forward to seeing what exciting new looks our customers create with the new configurator. It gives Juke an even more powerful presence in the crossover sector, and further reinforces Nissan's drive to offer customers something extra."

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A third of motorists admit to driving without a valid MOT Shocking new findings show that a third of motorists have driven a car knowing it has no MOT. The Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) surveyed 1,000 UK motorists and found that, of those that have driven a car without a valid MOT, 67% admitted driving for up to a week before the retest, 24% for up to a month, 7% for up to six months and 2% for more than six months. By driving without an MOT, motorists risk fines of up to £1,000, as well as potentially invalidating their motor insurance, which itself counts as a driving offence carrying between six to eight penalty points. Cars older than three years also require a valid MOT before they can be taxed – with further fines for motorists who drive an untaxed car. The research suggests men are more likely to continue driving after their MOT has lapsed – 35% of all male drivers say they have done so, versus 31% of female drivers. There are significant regional differences in the findings. The East Midlands topped the table for remembering to carry out a car’s MOT, with just 15% of motorists in the region saying they have driven a car without a valid MOT. At the opposite end of the spectrum, drivers in the South West were most likely to drive without an MOT, with 41% admitting to forgetting (see full table below). The data also suggests that younger motorists are worst at remembering the test date, with 39% of drivers aged 18-24 saying they have continued to drive after

the MOT had expired. The most diligent motorists were 45-54 yearolds, with only 28% saying the same. To help motorists remember to have their car tested each year, SMMT has teamed up with the Trading Standards-approved garage network, Motor Codes, to offer car owners a free MOT service reminder. Available at www.passmymot.co.uk, the service will send motorists a reminder every year before their car’s annual test of roadworthiness is due. The SMMT research has been carried out in partnership with car manufacturers and their dealer networks throughout the UK as part of the industry's 'Minute Or Two' initiative, which encourages motorists to carry out 10 simple visual checks of their vehicle prior to the MOT test. The full 'Minute Or Two' checklist (also at www.passmymot.co.uk), includes checks of headlights, tyres, windscreen wipers and fluid levels. The website also features a video guide to the checks and a Garage Finder tool, enabling motorists to find their nearest dealer. The 'Minute Or Two' scheme is backed by every major car maker in the UK, with technicians at more than 5,500 manufacturer main dealerships committed to carry out a free 10-point pre-MOT visual inspection to help the vehicle avoid failing its test due to simple-to-fix issues. Manufacturer main dealers are the only outlets recommended by car brands, and all their MOT and service work is carried out by

manufacturer-trained technicians using the highest-quality diagnostic equipment and fully-approved parts appropriate to each specific vehicle. Using a manufacturer main dealer also assures the customer that any required software updates will be carried out to keep the car running at its best. "Each year, a significant proportion of motorists forget their car's MOT, risking safety, fines and penalty points," said Mike Baunton, SMMT Interim Chief Executive. "Manufacturer main dealers are the best place to go to be sure of the most highly-trained technicians, using the parts manufacturers recommend along with the best diagnostic equipment. "With more than 5,500 dealers across the UK carrying out free preMOT checks, along with an MOT reminder service run by Motor Codes, we are helping drivers to avoid basic MOT test fails by spotting simple-to-fix problems before the MOT lapses." Commenting on behalf of the national Franchised Dealers Association (NFDA), Sue Robinson, NFDA Director said, "The statistics show that a number of motorists are driving vehicles without a valid MOT, which could result in genuine safety risks to them and other road users. "For the motorist, a visit to their local franchised dealer will ensure the highest standard of customer care, in-depth training and knowledge of the vehicle and that their car meets all safety and legal requirements."

10 million vehicle owners have driven with no MOT.

67% admitted driving for up to a week without a valid MOT certificate; 24% for up to a month; 7% for as long as six months.

Men are more likely than women to drive after the MOT test has lapsed.

The South West is the most common region where people drive without a valid MOT; those in the East Midlands the least likely to forget the test.

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No more flat car battery Modern vehicles are crammed full of sophisticated electronics that constantly draw power from the battery, even when at rest. The constant draw combined with long periods of inactivity can lead to a battery running flat. A typical situation is leaving your car parked at airports Many motorists have often been left frustrated and stranded when they come home from holiday only to

find that their car will not start due to a flat battery. As we begin the holiday season help is at hand, with Ring Automotive’s range of 12v Solar Power Battery Maintainers. Simply plug into the vehicle’s 12v cigarette socket and position the solar panel onto the dash board for optimum charging. With 2.5 metres of lead the charger can be placed in the best position for maximum light.

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HALF OF CARS FAIL JUST AS WARRANTY COVER DIPS More than one in two used cars on UK roads break down as soon as the car reaches the 60-70k mileage mark, the point at which the level of most manufacturer warranty cover decreases. Automotive specialist Warranty Direct’s analysis of 50,000 live policies found that the average failure rate on a car with 60-70k miles on the odometer was 50.7%. The average cost to repair faults on cars in the 60-70k bracket is £420, but can run into thousands in parts and labour. Axle and suspension issues are most common, responsible for almost a quarter of all issues, followed by electrical components and systems, which account for 19.6%. Whilst some car makers have introduced

longer warranties in recent years, most still provide a standard three years of cover on new cars* and all manufacturer policies are subject to mileage limitations – typically 60,000 miles. Duncan McClure Fisher, managing director of Warranty Direct, said: “Even with the much-improved reliability of modern cars, mileage will take its toll on any vehicle and parts will naturally wear out. “You shouldn’t expect a new car to break down in its first three years but there is a reason that manufacturers, for the most part, limit their warranties to 3 years/60,000 miles and our research highlights that reason. “Even those manufacturers offering five or

seven-year policies will include loopholes in the small print that mean your level of cover takes a dip once you hit a certain age or mileage.” Chrysler owners pay the biggest garage bills - Warranty Direct found the average repair cost for problems occurring between 60,000 and 70,000 miles was £516, compared with the average across all manufacturers of £419. Fiat was the cheapest at £247 on average per repair†. Toyota faults take the most time to repair, at an average of 2.81 labour hours, compared to an average for all manufacturers of 2.29 hours. Fiat models spend the least time in the garage, requiring just 1.57 hours on average for repairs.

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A Division One title, FA Charter Standard Community Club award and Development club of the year – Albion Sports are doing something right when it comes to football. The local Bradford outfit had a stellar 2012/13 campaign at both junior and senior level, with the first team clinching promotion to the top tier of the Northern Counties East football league, whilst the youth setup received two official FA accolades. Having only set up the junior sides in 2001, Albion Sports now boasts 12 teams competing in leagues throughout West Yorkshire and over 200 players throughout the different age groups. With future plans to establish an Under-21 side and a girl’s team from the start of next season, it certainly is a club on the up. Further projects which have already been launched include summer camps, during holidays, and ‘Soccer tots’ on Saturdays for children as young as four-years-old. Albion are a community club, completely run by volunteers and are proud to be recognised by both the WRCFA and FA for their hard work in establishing themselves in the heart of Bradford. West Riding County FA Football Development Officer, Jack Matthews, explains why the club deserves all the recognition which comes their way. He said: “Albion Sports are a club with a real Community feel and a great example of what a Charter Standard Community Club are all about. “The club have worked really hard off the field to put an excellent application together which demonstrates how they meet the detailed criteria and includes a comprehensive five year club development plan. “The fact this award has come a matter of weeks after they became WRCFA Development Club of the year is a testament to club for continually look to raise standards.” Gerry Sutcliffe, MP for Bradford South and UK Minister for Sport 2007-2010, praised the club saying it is a community success story. “It’s a club that is rooted in the local community, run by committed and dedicated volunteers,” he said. “It fully deserves the recognition it has received from the FA, as a Charter Standard Community Club and as West Yorkshire Development Club of the Year. I know these awards will enable the club to go from strength to strength.” Albion Sports head coach, Kully Sandhu, added: “As a first team manager it gives me great pleasure to see so many of our youngsters doing well at professional clubs and also those who have made their debuts in our first team...Congratulations to our Junior section on their continued success story.” The club will be holding a festival and a tournament next year with further information available on the club’s website, www.albionsports.co.uk. Any players, coaches, managers or volunteers interested in joining the setup, please email bally@albionsports.co.uk or phone Bally Singh on 07939 081 147.

(Above) TEAM: Albion Sports junior side with a team of dedicated coaches

(Right) AWARD: Former Sports Minister Gerry Sutcliffe presents the FA Charter Standard Community Club Award