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ISSUE 1 - MAY 09
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Local Matters - views from our MP and Local Councillor David Ruffley MP Signs we are moving in the right direction I want Bury St Edmunds to buck the trend of gloom and doom. And there are hopeful signs we are in the right direction. Many retailers, both in the arc and existing town centre, have achieved higher than expected sales recently. It was also good to see Asda opening its doors in Western Way after the long campaign by local residents, which I supported.
I'm backing Bury and encourage local residents to do so too. We need to show our support for local businesses by shopping locally and using local services whenever possible. The going is tough for many but I believe the future will be bright if we support our local economy.
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Cllr Trevor Beckwith Can the town accommodate further growth?
It's good to see the launch of the Bury St Edmunds & District Flyer and I wish it David Ruffley MP every success. There's a great deal Businesses in Bury St Edmunds appear to be holding up better happening that will affect Bury now and than in some parts of East Anglia, and some are expanding, Cllr Trevor Beckwith the distant future; some good and creating new jobs. Small and medium size businesses, and some bad and I'm sure we all have the local people who work in them, are the backbone of our opinions. I've been asked to give you mine and it will be local economy. interesting to hear your response. Inevitably some sectors of the local economy have suffered. I have been contacted by companies who are struggling and, when this is the result of Government policy, I have taken up the issue with Ministers. A local manufacturing company expressed concern that government funding for social housing, promised in the 2008 Pre-Budget Report, was not getting through to the commissioning organisations. I raised this with the Housing Minister, urging her to ensure that funding reaches the social housing bodies without delay, to avoid further job losses.
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I turn immediately to local planning, my perpetual hobby horse. To generalise, I don't like what's happening and I know many share that opinion. The future of Bury seems to be at the mercy of ill-conceived policies emanating from all levels of government. For example, the latest diktat is that Bury must take 3500 new dwellings until 2031. To put that into context, that's significantly more than the existing Moreton Hall and I simply cannot see how that number can be integrated without an adverse impact on existing communities. This is where the fundamental difference between the policy enforcers and myself exists. Yes, we need dwellings, particularly for the key workers who we all depend on and yes, the housing has to go somewhere. I say it should not be crammed into existing communities where the infrastructure is already creaking, a fact always denied by the highway agency and other experts who do little except promise utopia once we get a top class public transport system. So where does it all go? It's well documented that many villages are struggling because children born there have to leave them to find housing. Surely it makes sense to let some villages expand if they want to. If we still can't cope, the option of a new village has to be a consideration. They simply cannot keep adding huge chunks to a market town and expect it to maintain the character that existing communities want to preserve. Nimby? I don't think so, particularly after all the expansion during the past few decades. Bury can and should expand but not as it has been doing and not how the experts propose. Many people support my stance and after all, it's them I represent, not the bureaucrats.
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Cllr Trevor Beckwith Independent Moreton Hall
Also see: Cllr Mark Ereira-Guyer's editorial under the Green Issues section on Page 13.
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Editors Note - Contents Welcome to the Flyer from Richard Livall Appliance Repairs
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I wish you a very warm welcome indeed to the new monthly Bury St Edmunds & District Flyer magazine which is packed with interesting business and community news and features for your local area. It is an exciting time for Bury St Edmunds with a number of important developments having just been completed over the last few weeks:
Richard Livall arc Shopping Centre - the new town centre shopping development West Suffolk House - the newly opened Council offices at Western Way Asda Superstore - the new retail development at Western Way All the schemes have had their opponents, including myself, raising issues such as the impact on existing traders, the design of the buildings, the location and the traffic congestion that may arise. However, it is important to recognise that when the respective consultation periods were over there were those elected members and officials that had to make brave decisions to ensure that a sound future for our town is secured. At the same time they faced tight budgetary constraints as well as challenging timescales. All the developments represent a huge amount of work and those that have played a part in their development are to be congratulated on their achievement. The arc Bury St Edmunds and West Suffolk House in particular will represent a lasting memorial to the town that with time will be more comfortably assimilated into the townscape and accepted as good examples of early twenty-first century development.
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When I first arrived in Bury St Edmunds there was a lot of controversy and adverse publicity about the impact of the Cornhill Walk shopping development on the historic heart of the town and Moyses Hall in particular. Nowadays Cornhill Walk's contribution to the townscape sits much more sympathetically in our eyes and represents a fine example of late twentieth century architecture.
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Cornhill Walk shopping centre Similarly, the multi-screen cinema at the Parkway created a lot of opposition at the planning stage but now most residents in the town accept what a wonderful facility Cineworld and the related food outlets are for the youngsters of the town.
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The Flyer May 2009 Page 2 Local Matters - views from our MP and local councillor Page 3 Editors Note - Contents Page 4 arc Shopping Centre Page 5 Local Authority News West Suffolk House Page 6 Entertainment News Bury Festival Page 7 Pub and Restaurant of the Month - The Bush Inn, Shimpling Page 8 Health News Page 9 Local Business News Page 10 Local Business News Local Community News Page 11 Sports News - Bury Town Football Club Page 12 Environmental Initiatives - Green Light Trust Page 13 Green Issues - Traders Guide - Small Trader of the Month Page 14 Traders Guide Page 15 Traders Guide The Bury St Edmunds Flyer - Est 2009 Proprietor & founder Richard Livall Well Cottage, The Street, Lawshall, Bury St Edmunds. IP29 4QA
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Green Issues / Traders Guide / Small Trader of the Month
arc Shopping Centre arc brings Bestseller and Blacks to Bury St Edmunds Less than a month since opening, arc, Bury St Edmunds is delighted to announce great new fashion and clothing brands joining its line-up. International fashion company, Bestseller is bringing its two leading brands, Vero Moda and Jack & Jones, to arc and will be opening in the prominent curved unit opposite Debenhams. Outdoor specialist, Blacks is to open in the shop between River Island and Paperchase. Paul Haynes, Centre Manager of arc, Bury St Edmunds com-
Debenhams can open an almost full-size store here tells me just about everything I need to know. The town offers the right kind of customer profile for us; until the opening of arc it didn't have enough shopping for its population; and the new development presented us with a very attractive environment." Advanced talks are underway with another international brand and interest from other retailers in the remaining smaller units continues to be strong. The 265,000 sq ft arc shopping centre officially opened its doors in Bury St Edmunds on the 5th March and is the only completely new shopping centre to be opening in England during 2009. Just over two thirds of the ÂŁ100 million development is currently open to the public, including the 85,000 sq ft Debenhams store.
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Debenhams ments: "We are very excited to be welcoming yet more exciting retailers to arc. Since opening the centre less than a Paul Haynes, the Centre Manager, has confirmed that the month ago we have seen a further five stores open, and team remains busy talking to a number of national and interhave now got even more to look forward to. national retail brands about units at arc, and they look for"As far as Bestseller is concerned, this is the first time the com- ward to the openings of our remaining signed brands, includpany has taken a store in a town of this size and it will be their ing HMV which is due to open in May. tenth store in the UK, which confirms that both arc and Bury St Edmunds are proving a major draw for retailers."
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Cllr Mark Ereira-Guyer Credit Crunch & Climate Crunch
z Investing in new skills training for the expanding green economy. Half a million jobs could be created and households could save money, whilst reducing our dependency on oil There is a dark side to this economic reces- imports and tackling fuel poverty. Across Europe there is a sion: credit crunch coinciding with climate need for measures that will help the environment and create crunch. In 2009 we face huge economic jobs. and environmental challenges. The time is In the UK we are already lagging far behind other European now. Radical change and action is countries in green jobs and technology. To give just two required; we need a Green New Deal. examples: Portugal (a country very close to my heart) gets Bailing out the failed banks isn't the only 40% of its energy from renewable sources, while the UK gets a option. Not only does the party I represent meagre 5%. Germany has 250,000 jobs in renewable energy want to see the tackling of manmade cliand more than 1.8 million jobs in environmental protection. Cllr Mark mate changes; we are proposing a package We are a creative and energetic country. The really good Ereira-Guyer of sensible, long-term policies for jobs, energy news is that we can do it - failing to act now will have devassecurity and a more resilient economy. The Green New Deal tating consequences - and live happier more comfortable means: lives. z Investing in renewable energy, public transport and other The Green New Deal is a light out of this economic darkness. green industries : creating thousands of 'green-collar' jobs Councillor Mark Ereira-Guyer - Green Party that cut CO2 www.eastern.greenparty.org.uk z Taxing pollution not taxing protection of our environment P. S This June everyone will have a chance to send a strong z Increasing spending on affordable housing and improving Green message to the old politicians. The Greens are standhousing ing in the European Election and could with your support z Free insulation for every household : cutting energy bills return at least one Green MEP in this proportional election. and CO2 Come and join the campaign for a Green Future z Closing tax havens and tackling tax avoidance : restoring ONE WORLD. ONE CHANCE. 4th June 2009 trust and funding the Green New Deal
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required for the many different areas of motor repairs that can be undertaken. Tony and Arron are able to carry out all Father and son motor repairs enterprise types of work including servicing, general repairs, MOT preparation and remedial work, TD Vehicle is a father and son motor repairs business that is paintwork, welding and situated on the Barton Road Trading Estate in Bury St diagnostics, on all cars, Edmunds. Tony Downey has been based at Barton Road for commercial vans, and the last 7 years and has over 30 years experience in servicing 4x4s all at competitive and motor repairs. He is a skilled technician in body and rates for quality work. paintwork and servicing and undertakes a lot of insurance Free quotes are work. Tony was joined by his son, Aaron, in the business four provided and a car is years ago with the joint mission to cater for everyone. available on request when available. The workshop has excellent facilities and all the equipment
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Environmental Initiatives - Green Light Trust Community-owned WildSpace with the Green Light Trust The Green Light Trust is a dynamic environmental organisation that is based at The Foundry, Bury Road, Lawshall. With independence and self sufficiency as the goal, the Green Light Trust works with both urban and rural communities to help communities find land, design, plant and manage their own wild spaces. This can involve the planting of a new woodland or the rejuvenation of an existing woodland, orchard, wildflower meadow or wetland. Ever-evolving, each project provides wide scope for local people to work, learn and celebrate together - now and into the future. "Without the enthusiasm and expertise of the Green Light team I am certain our project would never have started, as the range and depth of knowledge required was initially quite daunting," - Sue Hollister, Wildwood, Needham Market.
CHILDREN - motivating children and young people to become responsible custodians of the natural world COMMUNITY SPIRIT - galvanising community spirit and pride through long-term involvement WILDLIFE - building wildlife habitats to increase biodiversity GLOBAL KINSHIP - forging environmental links with communities overseas Our method - To hand on to others our practical experience gained since 1993 with our own project, Forest for Our Children, our planting programmes for the Woodland Trust, and our partnership with a rainforest people in Papua New Guinea.
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Two councils, one building, big savings and better services that's the idea behind the move by the Bury St Edmundsbased services of St Edmundsbury Borough Council and Suffolk County Council to West Suffolk House. The opening of the new landmark building in Western Way on Monday 30th March marked the start of a new era with simpler access for customers to services provided by the two councils. West Suffolk House brings together staff from three sites - Borough Offices, St Edmundsbury House and Shire Hall under one roof for the first time.
West Suffolk House from Beeton's Way need for mechanical - and costly - air conditioning. The modern, open plan environment and single site will help staff to work together more easily which will benefit customers. For example, calls from people about the maintenance of street lighting or roads can easily reach the correct person as both county and borough transport staff will be working next to each other in West Suffolk House. The move of services to West Suffolk House happened over three weekends at the beginning of April. Both councils have kept their main switchboard numbers - St Edmundsbury's is 01284 763233 and the county council's is 01284 352000.
West Suffolk House from Western Way
Hay raking by local children The mission of the Trust is to bring communities to life through working with nature and to encourage each individual to play their role in safeguarding the future. They aim to rebuild communities through common purpose - inclusive of all age groups and abilities and all cultural and ethnic backgrounds. If you would like to create and develop a natural wild space for your community, please contact the Trust today on: 01284 830829 or email jane@greenlighttrust.org
Tree planting at Golden Wood Their approach - In all their work the Trust focuses on 4 key elements:
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Their progress to date Over 50 rural and urban projects in 8 counties Mostly in East Anglia with others in Yorkshire, Kent and London Over 60 hectares under community management Over 1000 committed volunteers Over 3000 children engaged in continual school programmes Many uncommon and endangered species already colonising the woodlands
Community woodland at In all their work the Trust welGolden Wood, Lawshall comes partnerships with local authorities, developers and other environmental and community organisations. An in-depth service to help you create your own WildSpace project. How they do it? - As facilitators the Trust offers 2 to 3 years of in-depth guidance to the community, which includes: An illustrated presentation to inspire community support Guidance in forming an effective project steering group Mentoring an annual school programme - to involve children, teachers and parents Exploring ways of acquiring land Training in WildSpace management Maintaining affiliation with Green Light - for ongoing assistance and advice
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Councillor John Griffiths, St Edmundsbury Borough Council Leader, said: "This exciting move makes sense for everyone. It will improve services for Council Tax payers in St Edmundsbury by providing long term savings and better, more joined up services. We are looking forward to the move and the benefits it can provide for both our staff and customers." Councillor Jeremy Pembroke, Leader of Suffolk County Council, said: "We know from experience following our move to Endeavour House in Ipswich that a modern and flexible working environment can bring great benefits to the people for whom we provide services. I'm sure this is the start of a very exciting and positive partnership between our two councils." West Suffolk House provides the opportunity for the two authorities to work more closely together to provide better-coordinated, cost-effective local services. The move will reduce overheads as the new building will be much more efficient to maintain than the current older buildings and the two councils will be able to share facilities such as a reception area and meeting rooms. There are also benefits for the environment - West Suffolk House has many 'green' features, which will reduce the carbon footprint of both councils. The building has been designed to be energy efficient, including solar panels which track sunlight providing around 25% of the hot water and a rainwater collection system to flush the toilets. A ground source heat pump will reduce energy costs and the building has been designed in a way that lets air circulate to avoid the www.flyeronline.co.uk
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Sports News - Bury Town Football Club
Entertainment News - Bury Festival
The Bury Festival the town's premier arts event The 24th Bury St Edmunds Festival, one of the best-loved cultural events in East Anglia, runs from Friday 8 May to Sunday 24 May, 2009 bringing acclaimed performers and exciting events from all over the world and attracting record audiences to the historic market town at the heart of the Suffolk countryside. This year's festival 17 day programme offers another enriching fresh mix of contemporary and classical music, concerts, jazz, theatre, opera, film, poetry, comedy, talks, walks, street theatre and more in some spectacular settings. Festival manager Nick Wells strives to find new events that are 'refreshing and different' to combine with old favourites; a winning formula that ensures there's always something for everyone to enjoy and a few surprises. The 2009 festival will for the first time feature two drive-in movies at Rougham airfield with screenings of Dirty Dancing on May 8 and Mamma Mia on May 9. Poetry combined with music and film are also among the new listings for 2009. The popular outdoor gigs series in the Abbey Gardens has also been refreshed with new bands and themes, and a chance for local talent to shine.
This year, the Festival's successful youth & community programme will give young people the opportunity to compose with Indian musicians and sing alongside one of the country's finest choral groups. The Bury St Edmunds Festival is managed by St Edmundsbury Borough Council. The full programme of events is available at www.buryfestival.co.uk and the Theatre Royal box office at www.theatreroyal.org, or call 01284 769505.
Spotify the Music Website of the Month Launched a couple of months ago by two Swedish entrepreneurs, Daniel Ek and Martin Lorentzon, Spotify is fast becoming the most talked-about new site on the internet and has been hailed as the "21st-century jukebox". Users can pick from a huge library of millions of songs, both pop and classical, listen to them for free over the internet and, like commercial radio, hear a few adverts along the way. They also have the option of becoming a premium subscriber - where there are no adverts at all - for ÂŁ10 a month. With catalogues ranging in extent from all the tracks and albums of The Feeling to Roger Whittaker, it is the website (www.spotify.com) that we soon will all be using.
Bury Town - a club moving in the right direction Whatever the remainder of the season brings, this will go down as one of the most successful in the history of Bury Town FC. Still in with a realistic chance of making the play offs to gain promotion to the premier division of the Southern League, there is still plenty to play for as the season reaches its finale. Earlier in the season it was the cup exploits that hit the headlines as they reached the first round proper of the FA Cup for the first time in over forty years, and followed this by reaching the same stage of Goalmouth action at Ram Meadow the FA Trophy. The league cup was the next success story, as they reached the semi final of this competition only to be beaten in a penalty shoot out. They are currently on a fourteen match unbeaten run in the league as they strive to reach the all important fifth place. Team Bury, which is ostensibly the Bury Town second string, are also having a great season and are currently top of the Essex and Suffolk Border League. They are hoping for promotion to the first division of the Ridgeons League.
who organise fund raising and social events, and give whatever assistance is required by the board. On the playing side a very stable management team consists of Director of Football Trevor Collins, team manager Richard Wilkins, and assistant manager John Zdrenka, all of whom have been More action against with the club for many years. The Atherstone Town team is made up of a blend of graduates from the West Suffolk College Academy, and players signed from clubs in the surrounding area. The future of the club is very exciting with plans going ahead for a move to a new ground near the Flying Fortress within the next three years, with two full size pitches and good social facilities. The club can always do with as much support as it can get, so why not come along to Ram Meadow and see what non league football is all about. Brian Wadsworth
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The under 18`s have also had a good season and are still in two cup competitions. There has also been plenty of activity off the pitch with the "Football in the Community" programme seeing St Edmundsbury and Sebert Wood primary schools coming to Ram Meadow as guests of the club. Strong links have now been forged with the Bury youth football organisation, which are sure to be to the benefit of both parties. A charity bed push, organised by the members committee, with all proceeds going to the St Nicholas Hospice was due to take place on 4th April. At the end of the season, on the 21st of May, a Sportsman`s Evening is being held at the club with special guest Peter Shilton and comedian Geoff Jukes. In the final month of the season up to fifteen local Saturday and Sunday League finals are held at Ram Meadow with the club providing all the facilities, including bar, refreshments and p.a. announcer. The club is run by a hard working committee led by chairman Russell Ward who really leads from the front. They are supported by the members committee
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Local Business News / Local Community News Ideal Interiors Ideal Interiors, a family run business, based at Stonham Barns, has been established since 1987, supplying kitchens bathrooms and fitted bedrooms.
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New Affordable Housing Schemes completed
On 16 March 2009, the completion of eleven new homes was celebrated in the village of As a small company our aim has always been to work with our clients to ensure that they receive the best possible results Troston. The houses and bungawithin their budget. We have a highly skilled team of design- lows were developed by the Havebury Housing Partnership (Havebury) following the underers and fitters who will work with you every step of the way to taking of a local housing needs survey in the village, and the ensure that your dream becomes a reality. homes will be for local people. The Council supported a bid On production of to the Homes and Communities Agency for funding for the this magazine we scheme, which was allocated a grant of £180,000. are prepared to The second scheme is in Kings Road, Bury St Edmunds and offer clients a 10% discount be this was officially named at a ceremony on 17 March 2009. it for a downstairs Now known as 'Goodfellows', the twelve flats are the first in the loo or a fully fitted Borough to achieve an 'excellent eco homes' rating for a 'low kitchen. Although carbon emissions, low maintenance and energy efficient' building. This innovative scheme was awarded a grant of we always feel £150,000 from the Homes and Communities Agency, and fitting your new again was supported by the Council and developed by the room is best in Havebury Housing Partnership. our hands we know that some The third scheme is in Queens Road, Bury St Edmunds. This is of you are a scheme of fourteen affordable homes, which includes one incredibly good wheelchair-adapted flat. It was developed following the at DIY so we are demolition of the Council-owned Queens Close sheltered happy to supply you with everything you require, including advice (if you need housing scheme, and the sale of the land to Havebury. Extensive consultation on it's design was undertaken with the it that is) for you to do it yourself. local community. We are always being asked about cleaning products and Cllr Sara Mildmay-White, Community Portfolio Holder with St therefore starting in April we will have a "shop" in the showEdmundsbury Council stated that "it is reassuring to know that room selling organic cleaning products. They not only work homes are still being provided to meet local needs in this well but are also kind to the environment. When we were looking at products we also found some wonderful pamper- current difficult economic climate. The Council continues to ing products and just could not resist them so do come and work in partnership with Registered Social Landlords to bring forward new have a look (and most importantly a smell!). We guarantee that you will love them! They will also make the perfect Easter schemes to provide accommodation presents for those who cannot indulge in chocolate! where it is needed the most, and for Come in, have a coffee with us and discuss your requirethe applicants on ments. We are here to help you achieve the perfect room. the Housing Register." We are looking forward to seeing you.
The Bush Inn, Shimpling
Jo, Paul and family would like to welcome you to the Bush Inn and Restaurant in the beautiful village of Shimpling. We moved here from Kent in October 2008 and pride ourselves in running a welcoming and family orientated free house.
On the warmer, sunnier days why not enjoy a drink in our lovely, large landscaped garden?
Jo and Paul, proprietors of the Bush Inn
The rear garden of the Bush Inn
The Bush Restaurant, separate from the bar can cater for Our comfortable bar has an open fire lit daily in the colder weather and serves a comprehensive range of cask ales and approximately 100 people and serves food from 12-2pm and 6.30-9pm. Choose from our delicious, extensive menu lagers as well as a good variety of fine wines and spirits. including a variety of starters, steaks cooked to your liking on We are open 12-3pm and 5.30-11pm every day except our griddle, freshly battered fish, home made pies, curries etc. Monday's when we close during the day and open at We also provide a range of vegetarian dishes. Why not finish 5.30pm and Sunday evening we open at 7pm. your meal with one of our wickedly tempting desserts? We offer a 'specials' menu (main and dessert) starting at We have a range of toys for your children to play with and £4.90 on Tues, Wed and Thurs lunchtimes which tempt many the garden in completely fenced in for their safety. and therefore booking is advisable!
On Sunday lunch times we serve a traditional 2 course roast dinner, with all the trimmings for £7.95 which means you can avoid the hassle of cooking and of course that dreaded washing up. The Bush Inn can also provide a function room facility for private parties, receptions, meetings etc, please feel free to contact us for details. Here at the Bush we are proud to support our local Hospice in Bury St Edmunds. Raffles, Bungee jumps and even hair shavings have raised almost £3000.00 so far. We feel this is a very important role for us to facilitate. We look forward to meeting you here at the Bush very soon.
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Health News Hypnosis and Hypnotherapy
plete control. You are not asleep as many think - you will hear everything and be able to talk and understand conversations. No one is made to look silly or become a belly dancer or cluck like a chicken like you see on TV.
Not all Hypnotherapists are qualified to the same degree. Piers Day who works at Croasdales in the Heart of Bury St Edmunds uses 5PATH Hypnosis which is more advanced that other types of Hypnosis used locally by therapists. 5PATH was developed in Amercia and is proving to be one of the fastest growing Piers Day styles of this Hypnotherapy in the world. Piers Day will be travelling to America to train as a trainer to teach 5PATH to other therapists here and in Europe so hopefully everyone will have access to a 5PATH Hypnotherapist in the near future.
What is Hypnotherapy? Hypnosis and Therapy- where a well trained therapist will work with the subconscious mind to find out where certain behaviours or beliefs came from and to re-educate the mind to make changes.
Piers Day at Croasdales - 01284 754700 www.suffolkhypnotherapy.co.uk
15 centuries of dedication! Dedicated staff who have together clocked up 1,425 years' service at West Suffolk Hospital have been presented with long service awards in recognition of their achievement. A total of 64 staff, including midwives, nurses, housekeepers, office administrators, porters and gardeners, have received certificates celebrating their long careers at the hospital, which together span nearly 15 centuries. 43 people were given 20 year awards, 13 were handed certificates for 25 years service and eight were recognised for careers spanning 30 years.
Jan Bloomfield, executive director of workforce and communications at West Suffolk, said: "Our staff are the very bedrock An example of this is for a person who is anxious. Some thera- of our hospital and we are proud to have so many loyal and dependable people working with us. pists will teach the person ways of dealing with the anxiety 5PATH hypnotherapy finds out where the anxiety came from and deals with it. The person is left safely without the problem. "Those who have received long service awards have shown enormous dedication to the hospital throughout their careers, If you get to the root cause the problem dissolves away. and we are extremely grateful for their hard work and comDuring a session with Piers Day at Croasdales you are in com- mitment."
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The ancient art of reflexology
Debt Management
In the current economic climate more people are finding it difficult to manage their finances. Loss of job or reduction in hours means managing your debt can become stressful. It is important to face your financial problems as early as possible Welcome to the first of our regular columns looking at comto stop them getting worse and there are several ways plementary health and lifestyle choices, this month we disAttwells Solicitors can help you. cuss the benefits of the ancient art of reflexology. Your Mortgage Payments About reflexology: Reflexology is a popular and relaxing holistic treatment based on the principle that reflex points on For most people their mortgage is their principal the soles, tops and sides of the feet are connected to corre- debt and must be serviced in order to retain the sponding areas throughout the body. In this way, the feet can family home. If you are having trouble paying your mortgage payments there are options that be seen as a "map" of the body. Origins of Reflexology: It dates back to Ancient Egypt, India need to be explored: z Can you change the payment type of your and China and works on the premis that reflex areas on the mortgage? Rebecca feet and hands are linked to other areas and organs of the z Can you extend the mortgage term? Thomas body within the same zone. It has been observed that conz Can you explore deferred payments or a payment gestion or tension in any part of the foot is mirrored in the corholiday with your lender? responding part of the body. It is important to keep in touch with your lender and tell them How can reflexology help me? This gentle but powerful ther- as soon as you know that you won't be able to make your apy encourages the body to work naturally to restore its own monthly payments. Most lenders will start to think about prohealthy balance. Reflexology has been shown to be effecceedings for repossession after 3 months of non payments. tive for: migraine, constipation, irritable bowel syndrome, You should also give priority to council tax, rent and heating menopausal issues, infertility, back pain, arthritis, and stress bills and these suppliers can agree reduced payments to related conditions. Other benefits of reflexology can include: assist your cash-flow. reduced stress, feelings of deep relaxation, increased energy Other Debts levels, improved circulation. For other secondary debts, such as credit cards and unseCan everyone enjoy reflexology? Reflexology is suitable for cured loans the following options can be explored: all ages and may bring relief from a wide range of acute z Administration order and chronic conditions. Many doctors, consultants and other z Individual Voluntary Arrangements (IVA) health care professionals now recognise reflexology as a well z Debt management plan z Debt consolidation established, respected and effective therapy. You should also check what benefits you are entitled to, the What happens when I go for a treatment? On the first visit main ones being council tax benefit, child benefit, housing the reflexology practitioner will have a preliminary chat with benefit, income support and jobseekers allowance. Also you to determine your present and past health and lifestyle. consider whether you can contact you local Council or housA treatment lasts for approximately an hour. You remain fully ing associations for alternative housing arrangements. clothed, simply removing shoes and socks. Reflexology can If after taking action you still do not have enough money to also be carried out on the hands and face. repay your creditors it may be that bankruptcy is an option. How will I feel after a reflexology treatment? After one or two treatments your body may respond in a very definite way. This will take the immediate pressure of creditors away and the money you owe will be written off, although it may preMost people note a sense of well-being and relaxation. It is vent you from obtaining credit in the future. important to drink plenty of water over the next few days to How Attwells Can Help help flush away the toxins. If you have any queries, don't hesiIf you are facing hard financial times and think you may tate to ask your therapist for advice. benefit from a consultation about the options that are For more information on reflexology or to experience a treat- available to you please contact Rebecca Thomas at Attwells ment please call the self centre on 01284 769090 or visit our Solicitors LLP on 01473 746079 to arrange a FREE 30 minute website at www.the-self-centre.co.uk appointment.
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