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Secretary of State for Education Gavin Williamson visits UTC in Devonport Gavin Williamson Secretary of State for Education has made a special visit to the University Technical College (UTC) Plymouth.
City councillor is shortlisted for top award A Plymouth city councillor has been shortlisted for a top award.
Cllr Chris Penberthy has been shortlisted for the 2019 Cllr Achievement Awards for Innovation and Service Transformation. This year marks the tenth year that the Awards have been showcasing the achievements of councillors across England and Wales. The Cllr Awards are the only national ceremony to celebrate the important work of councillors. The Awards are a uniquely important way to highlight what local councillors do for their communities, a task that so often goes unrecognised. Competition was extremely tight again this year with nearly 250 nominations received, a record amount for the Awards. Some of the seven categories up for grabs include Leader of the Year, Young Councillor of the Year, Community Champion and Environment and Sustainability Pioneer. The winners will be selected by a group of judges made up of local government experts and councillors. Winners will be announced at the Cllr Achievement Awards ceremony taking place on November 5 at the Royal Horseguards Hotel in Westminster.
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Free school meals have been provided to many children in the UK since they were introduced by legislation under the Education (Provision of Meals) Act in 1906.
Essential for some, and a great benefit to many, school meals today are a valuable part of school life. CATERed provides school meals in Plymouth; it is a co-operative trading company which is jointly owned by 67 local schools and Plymouth City Council and they’re passionate about providing the high quality, great tasting and appetising school food to children and young people across the city. Over 86 per cent of their menu is made from scratch every day. Those of an older generation may scoff (excuse the pun) at the claims of quality and choice on offer today but to be fair, they had meals rather less tasty than those on offer now! CATERed’s menus are seasonal and are changed twice each year – parents and children can check out the menus at www.plymouth.gov.uk, type ‘catered school meals’ in the search bar. Plymouth City Council’s figures show that 5,500 children in Plymouth qualify for free school meals, so they can benefit from all those goodies provided by the CATERed team every school day. There are quite a few parents and carers who have not taken up the free meals offer, so Plymouth City Council is making the application process as simple as possible. To check whether you qualify for free school meals go to bit.ly/freeschoolmealslink or go to www.plymouth.gov.uk, type ‘free school meals’ in the search bar; or email fsm@plymouth.gov.uk or call 01752 307410 for more information.
On his visit to the Devonport college he was greeted by the Principal, Polly Lovell and chair of Governors Nick England. The Secretary of State was given a tour of the college facilities and also met students and staff. He had the chance to speak with several members of the Royal Navy who work alongside the teachers at UTC and was able to learn what the Navy offers the college. “I think it’s absolutely fantastic to have the Secretary of State here today,” said Captain Jim Band, Royal Navy Team leader for UTCs. “It’s allowing the college to showcase what they’re doing and show the inspiration that’s been delivered to the students and what they can take forward.” UTC Plymouth is literary just a stone’s throw away from Devonport Dockyard and this means the Royal Navy are able to link in with the community it serves. “It shows we are helping young people get into engineering and inspire them for what they do in the future, not just in the armed forces but across the world of engineering,” added Capt Band. Several of the students are also part of the colleges Combined Cadet Force (CCF). One in particular, 15-year-old Daniel Hambley from Callington, really enjoys the close links between the Dockyard and the college. “I’m aiming to join the Royal Navy as an
Gavin Williamson chatting with one of the UTC students
Engineering Officer so this really works for me. I really enjoy its location and the CCF is brilliant, its shot me off into things that I definitely wouldn’t have been able to do elsewhere.” Gavin Williamson said: “I worked in Manufacturing before becoming an MP, and
I know how important it is to have the right skills that this college provides. “When you talk to the students you get a true sense of their passion and enthusiasm that they have for the skills they are learning here. It is truly inspiring, and we need to be doing more of this.”
College students receive life-saving CPR training Stoke Damerel Community College has teamed up with a local health and care training provider to offer potentially life-saving CPR and rescue breath training to students in all years across the college.
The roll-out has just started, with 25 students from each year taking the one-hour ‘Restart a Heart’ course at Southwest Training Solutions in the neighbouring City Business Park in Somerset Place. During the course, the students watched a short DVD before being shown by trainer, Amanda Briggs, how to perform CPR (cardiopulmonary resuscitation) and rescue breath. They then got the chance to carry out the skills on dummies. To help students get the CPR ‘rhythm’ right, they were told to think of the beat to the songs ‘Staying Alive’ and ‘Baby Shark’. The training included the procedures they should go through before starting CPR - shout for help, dial 999 with the phone speaker on, and look out for any potential dangers around them. They were also shown the life-saving impact of having defibrillators in public spaces. Mrs Briggs said: “There is a worldwide initiative to train as many people as possible in CPR. At the moment in the UK, fewer than one in 10 people survive an out-of-hospital cardiac arrest. In Norway, that figure is four in 10. If we achieved that here, we would be saving 5,000 lives a year. “That’s why improving the survival rate is a key priority for the NHS.” Mrs Briggs is a former Navy medic and previously
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worked in A&E and the Medical Assessment Unit at Derriford Hospital: “I’ve seen at first hand how using CPR saves lives. The worst thing you can do is nothing,” she added. PE teacher Miss Le Page said: “These first groups of 25 students volunteered to do the training, and we now hope to repeat this for further groups - and staff - in the future. We also plan to
incorporate life-saving skills into the PE and Health curriculum.” The college is the first school to work with Southwest Training Solutions in delivering ‘Restart a Heart’ and students said it was a great idea. One sixth former said: “When you think about it, knowing how to save someone’s life is probably one of the best life skills we could ever be taught.”
Appeal for witnesses after dog walker punched
Police investigating an assault in Plymouth are appealing for witnesses to come forward. The incident was reported to have taken place in St Levan Park on Thursday September 26 at around 7.45pm. It was reported that the victim, a man in his 40s, was walking his dog when it became involved in a fight with another dog. The
victim split the dogs up and was punched by the owner of the other dog, causing a split lip. The suspect is described as white man, in his late 20s or early 30s and of heavy build. He is believed to have short brown hair and was wearing a black jacket and jeans. Investigating Officer PC Robert Rapson said: “We are keen to speak to anyone who
was in the area at the time and possibly witnessed this incident. “It is also thought that a number of people took photos and filmed the incident, so we urge those people to come forward and speak to us.” Anyone who witnessed the incident and anyone with information is asked to contact police on 101 quoting CR/087468/19.
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Children’s charity colleagues are praised by police for their work Two Plymouth NSPCC workers have been recognised by Devon and Cornwall Police for their work in the city, helping children and young people. Corinne Picton and Shelley Shaw received awards for ‘selflessness’ at the Plymouth Police Commander’s Autumn Awards ceremony at the Guildhall. Children’s Service Practitioner Corinne was recognised for her role in partnership work involving the NSPCC and Barnardo’s and their co-facilitated EMPOWER group. The group has brought together young people across the city to explore healthy relationships education, developing sessions that have already been delivered to local schools. Corinne was also involved in the co-creation and delivery of National Citizen Service sessions over the summer with Devon and Cornwall Police, helping to support a group of young people to design a series of posters focusing on child sexual exploitation and grooming, which signpost their peers to where they can access support. “I was incredibly surprised to be nominated for this award,” said Corinne, who lives in Yealmpton. “The work I undertook with the EMPOWER group and the National Citizen Service was a real pleasure, made so incredibly rewarding by a fantastic and inspiring group of young people who we worked alongside.” As development and impact manager for the NSPCC’s Together
for Childhood programme of work in the city, Shelley was commended for her partnership work to progress Plymouth in becoming a trauma informed city. This would see organisations and professionals place more focus and understanding about how experiences in people’s lives impact on their behaviours, and professionals are already exploring how they can work differently and adapt services with this in mind. This work includes the need to focus more effort on preventing abuse and adversities happening. Shelley, who lives in Milehouse, said: “I have really enjoyed being a founding member of the trauma informed network and I am delighted to have received this award for working in an area I feel passionate about. “I believe as professionals we have a real opportunity in this city to lead the way in taking a trauma informed approach, making the services we offer young people and families as safe, kind, and empowering as possible.” Together for Childhood sees NSPCC partner with organisations across the city on this preventative work, including Plymouth City Council, Plymouth Safeguarding Children Board, Devon & Cornwall Police, Livewell South West, Barnardo’s, community groups, children and families, the voluntary sector and schools. Oliver Mackie, strategic service centre manager for the NSPCC in Plymouth said: “I am incredibly
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Lions organise golf day to raise funds for Special Olympics group Plymouth Lions Club are holding a golf day at Staddon Heights Golf Club in October to raise funds for Special Olympics Plymouth and District.
The funds raised will help the Special Olympics team to stage a three day event at Plymouth Life Centre in April 2020 as part of the Mayflower 400 celebrations. It is anticipated that over 300 competitors from all over the UK, as well as the USA and Europe will be taking part in the event. The charity golf day is taking place on Friday October 25 and will involve teams of four players - ladies, gents or mixed - in a stableford competition. The day will include 18 holes of golf, breakfast baps on arrival and a meal after the round. Cost of entry is £160 for a team of four (Staddon members £20 each) and sponsorship is also being sought for hole sponsorship. There will be a range of trophies and prizes to be won. For details or entry form contact georgepoad2@gmail.com or tony.old2018@ outlook.com
Shelley Shaw and Corinne Picton pictured with their awards
proud that Corinne and Shelley have been recognised for their work helping to prevent child sexual abuse in Plymouth. “They work tirelessly on a challenging and often complex issue but always prioritise making the voice of the child and young
person or community as central to everything the Together for Childhood partnership develops. “This goes beyond professional responsibility to personal investment in Plymouth and making childhood safe in the city.”
MP Luke Pollard is appointed as champion for the Royal Marines in Parliament Plymouth Labour MP, Luke Pollard, has been appointed as the Royal Marines champion in Parliament.
Luke was co-opted by Members, and becomes the new Vice-Chair of the All Party Group responsible for the Royal Marines. The Armed Forces All Party Group is the cross-party forum for defence debate in Westminster, and is chaired by Conservative MP, James Gray. Anne-Marine Trevelyan MP, the pervious holder of the role, was promoted to become a Defence Minister in the recent reshuffle. Luke said: “The Royal Marines are an integral part of Plymouth’s past, present and future. Plymouth is the Royal Navy’s spiritual home, and it has the largest Naval base in Western Europe. “This, along with the fact my Dad was a submariner, means I have always been a big supporter of our Navy. Having completed the Armed Forces Parliamentary Scheme with the Royal Navy last year, I had a chance to see the training and expertise of the Royal Marines up close at RM Lympstone and on board Royal Navy vessels. “The Royal Marines are the finest fighting force in the world. I am proud to be taking on the role of chairing discussions on their role, future and capabilities in Parliament with the All Party Parliamentary Group for the Armed Forces. “It is a real privilege to represent the Royal Marines family as a constituency MP and now as Vice-Chair of the Armed Forces group in Parliament.” James Gray MP, the Conservative MP for North
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Production will focus on family’s Wartime Christmas Western College Players are celebrating their 90th anniversary with a brand new community based production to tie in with this year’s commemorations of the 75th anniversary of D Day and 80th anniversary of the outbreak of the Second World War.
Based on recorded events and experiences ‘Wartime Christmas’ follows the highs and lows of the Green family over the six Christmases of the Second World War. Featuring the popular wartime music and Christmas songs of the day- audiences will have the chance to singalong whilst they reminisce, or learn, about the trials and tribulations faced by those on the home front during this incredible period in history. WCP will be performing the play at Derriford United Reform Church Hall on December 7 with performances at 2.30pm and 7pm. Tickets are available now from www.wcptheatrecompany. com or call 01752 299938.
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Luke Pollard MP - key Royal Marines role in Parliament
Wiltshire and Chair of the Armed Forces All Party Group said: “Defence is a serious topic and since being elected I have seen Luke make serious contributions to debates on the future of the Royal Marines and the Royal Navy. “When Anne-Marie was promoted to become a Defence Minister there was only one logical replacement, as Luke has taken a real interest in the Royal Marines. The Armed Forces Parliamentary Group is a way of enabling parliamentarians to hear more about the Royal
Marines and the work they do. “It is a forum that improves the knowledge and connection between our armed forces and Parliamentarians and plays an indispensable role in these uncertain times.” In Luke’s new role as Vice-Chair of the Armed Forces Parliamentary Group he will chair all events relating to the Royal Marines starting with a private briefing with the Commandant General of the Royal Marines in Parliament at the end of October.
The charity ‘bash’ at Marjon University on November 9 features a number of bands with a range of music genres, including Britpop, Garage Indie Rock and Indie Rock n Roll. The event will also include Premiership Football on the big screen when league leaders Liverpool take on current champions Manchester City. Children’s games and entertainment will be provided during the live match. Bands appearing include Roadside, Disruptors, Sitting Pretty and Nighshift with special guest Charley Wildsmith. The ‘bash’ starts at 2pm with tickets costing just £5 including a free beer. Accompanied under 16s are free. Tickets are available from the bands or Barjon - the Marjon Students Union.
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Out and About Your guide to events in the local community and beyond
Plymouth Railway Circle Various dates All meetings take place at St Edward’s Church Hall, Home Park Avenue, Peverell starting at 7.30pm. Admission charge £1 (members), £2 (visitors). Visitors are very welcome. November 4: Annual General Meeting followed by President’s selection. November 18: Alex Green: Privatised or Nationalised - which is best for Britain’s railways? A debate considering the merits of nationalisation of the UK railways versus the case for their continued privatisation. Alex, who is a part time tour manager with Great Rail Journeys, examines the origins of our past and present management structures and debates the merits and disadvantages of each option. December 2: Barry Stirman: ‘The world of steam in sound and cine.’ Barry treats us to more of his recent travels through digital video. Table Top Sale Oct 26 Trinity United Reformed Church, Torr Lane, Hartley from 10am to 12 noon. To book a table (which will be provided) please ring Jill on 01752 249337. Coffee Morning Oct 26 Emmanuel Church, Mannamead Road in aid of Christians Against Poverty from 10.30am to 12 noon. Yummy cakes and preserves in abundance. The church is close to main bus routes on Mannamead Road. Autumn Fayre Oct 26 Pennycross Methodist Church, Beauchamp Road in aid of Horizon Plymouth and church funds from 10.30am to 12.30pm. Various stalls and refreshments. Family Light Party Oct 31 St Michaels’s Church, Albert Road, Stoke 4pm to 6pm. Come along and meet the donkeys. Quiz Night Fundraiser Oct 31 In aid of Provide Devon, a Plymouth charity which provides food for people in crisis. To be held in the Bidfood Marquee at Plymouth Albion RFC. Teams of eight £40 per team. Bar open from 7pm with pasties and sausage rolls available to purchase. Raffle with fantastic prizes. Booking and payment by October 4: contact Ayshea at providedevon@outlook.com. Plus Santander will match fund up to £2,500 raised on the night. The Asylum Oct 31 - Nov 2 The Soapbox Children’s Theatre, Devonport Park Dare you enter The Asylum for Naughty Children?! Plymouth’s most scary walk through experience opens its doors this Halloween. www.soapboxtheatre.org.uk Craft and Table Top Sale Nov 2 Organised by Chrissies Creations and Hope For the Homeless from 11am-4pm. In the Devonport Towers Community Centre (behind the Blue block). Christmas gifts at bargain prices, raffle and refreshments. To book a table (£2.50) contact Maggi on 07973 701490. Ocean Arts Designers Makers Winter Market Nov 2 and 3 Ocean Studios, Royal William Yard 10am to 4pm. Free entry. Whether you are looking for a special gift or just browsing, what better way to kick off the festive season than a trip to Ocean Artists Designers Makers Winter Market. With over 50 stalls offering a wide range of beautiful hand-made crafts, inspiring design and accessible art together with Open Studios and a packed itinerary of workshops why not drop by. Details www.ocean-market.co.uk Troubled by the Past: Hauntings, Apparitions and Presences Nov 2 Plymouth Proprietary Library, St Barnabas Terrace. 10am to 1pm. As the days darken towards winter and the nights draw in, the traditional ghost story comes into its own. Join us as we look at the ghost story’s enduring popularity, listen to a short story and enjoy some much-loved ghostly poetry. Members free,
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Bonfire Night Nov 5 Remember, remember the fifth of November! Plymouth Hoe will be lit up with a Bonfire and Fireworks display. Key landmarks across the Hoe, including Smeaton’s Tower, the Royal Citadel, and the Plymouth Naval Memorial will be spectacularly illuminated throughout the evening. The evening celebrations will begin at 4pm, with fairground rides and delicious food and drink on offer. The presenters of Radio Plymouth will be there to entertain with an exciting music programme on stage from 6.30pm. Located near to Smeaton’s Tower lighthouse, you’ll find the huge bonfire, built using pallets from Bandvulc – don’t miss it being lit at 7.30pm. Look out for Guy Fawkes sitting on top! A fantastic firework display will also take place, with an assortment of rockets, fountains and firecrackers firing from the Royal Citadel at 8pm. It’s a truly family friendly event, so wrap up warm, bask in the heat of the giant bonfire and enjoy the show. Christmas Lights Switch-On Nov 14 Plymouth Loves Christmas Lights! The Christmas holiday calendar officially kicks off with the switch-on of the fantastic Christmas lights and marks the start of late-night shopping in Plymouth City Centre. Illuminate Nov 28 to Dec 1 The incredible light-based festival returns to Plymouth’s historic Royal William Yard, marking the official start of the Mayflower 400 commemorative year. The festival offers an immersive experience, with projections and light installations set out across the yard along with live performances and interactive opportunities. Illuminate showcases projections and light art installations from local,
non-members £3, to include refreshments. No need to book, just turn up. Plymouth Area Police Choir Nov 8 Methodist Hall Saltash at 7.30pm in aid of the Sue Hooper Foundation. Plympton Fuchsia and Geranium Group Nov 12 Guest speaker Plymouth historian Chris Robinson. Meeting will take place in the Main Hall at Harewood House in Plympton starting at 7.30pm. Guests are always made most welcome and there is also a raffle. There is a refreshment break half way through the meeting where reasonably priced tea, coffee and biscuits are available. Plymouth Youth Concert Band Nov 15 Concert at St. Edward’s Church, Eggbuckland at 7pm. Tickets £5. Light refreshments available Autumn Fayre Nov 16 Crownhill Methodist Church 2pm to 4pm featuring lots of stalls plus refreshments. Free entry and adjacent free car-parking for up to three hours. Table Top Craft Sale Nov 16 10am until 2pm at Kings Tamerton Community Centre. Refreshments available. Cost £5 per table, to book a table ring 01752 298178 or 07955 962213. Christmas Fayre Nov 16 St Budeaux Parish Church Community Hall, The Green, Crownhill Road from 12 noon to 3 pm. Tables selling goods, including childrens toys, cards, gifts, glass and
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stalls, festooned with fairy lights, will house traders from the South West and beyond, selling everything from handmade jewellery and clothing, to artwork and homewares.
Plymouth Christmas Market Nov 28 to Dec 19 Pick up some individual and unique Christmas gifts at Plymouth Christmas Market, located in the heart of the city centre. Log cabins and other seasonal
Santa Fun Run Dec 8 Hundreds of Santas of all shapes and sizes will be taking to the streets of Plymouth City Centre for the annual fun event organised by Saltram Rotary Club. Money raised will go in the main to Hannah’s and Shekinah Mission. For more details or to register go to www.plymouthsantafunrun.co.uk
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Plymouth Broadway Organ & Keyboard Club Nov 20 Back by popular demand this month’s concert features organist Tony Stace who will be playing at Broadway Community Centre, Plymstock at 7.15pm. Admission £5 including tea/coffee. Free parking. All welcome.
Not Quite a Christmas Fayre Nov 30 Fundraiser in aid of the Plymouth Guide and Scout Gang Show. At the Betts Guiding Centre in Plympton (behind the police station) from 11am to 4pm. Trader tables, raffle, tombola, lucky dip, face painting and refreshments. Entry is free.
Christmas Fair Nov 22 and 23 Stoke Damerel Parish Centre, Paradise Road, Stoke. Friday 11am to 3.15pm, Saturday 11am to 2.30pm. Free entry. Delicious cakes and lunches. Plants, books, cakes, cards, preserves, crafts, jewellery, home furnishings and much more. Table Top Sale Nov 23 Compton Methodist Church from 10am to 12 noon. To hire a table at £5 each please contact Nigel Tel. 706056 or email. norris477@btinternet.com Christmas Craft Fair Nov 23 Harewood House, Plympton 10.30am to 4pm in aid of Friends of Derriford Hospital Kidney Unit. Christmas Fair Nov 23 Mount Gould Methodist Church from 11am to 2pm. Santa’s Grotto plus stalls, crafts, cake sale, raffle, tombola and much more. Christmas Bazaar Nov 23 Trinity United Reformed Church, Torr Lane, Hartley, Plymouth from 10.30 am until 2pm. Father Christmas
Christmas Lighting Festival Nov 30 St Edwards Church, Eggbuckland from 4pm to 7pm. Father Christmas abseiling down the church tower, Morris Dancers, choir, music, refreshments, including tea/coffee, cakes/mince pies and much more. Christmas Crafts Fair Dec 5 Dartmoor Zoo, Sparkwell 5pm to 8pm. A Christmas Fair with local, eco-friendly, responsible businesses with hand-made, recycled, reusable and wildlife focused products. Mulled wine, mince pies and Christmas snacks will be served in the restaurant. An indoor event. Free entry. Plymouth Flower Club Dec 6 Trinity Church Hall, Torr Lane, Hartley, Plymouth starting at 1.45pm. Pamela Lewis, a national demonstrator, will be giving a demonstration entitled Wishing You a Happy Christmas. Guests are welcome at a charge of £7 per person. Further details can be obtained on 01752 265242.
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Special free event for carers in city Caring for Carers are hosting a special free event in November.
The Carers Rights Day will be on November 21 at the Crowne Plaza Hotel from 11am to 2pm. The event is designed to ensure carers have the right information at the right time, including knowing their rights in securing legal, advocacy, mental health and benefits advice to support them in their caring role. Carers are invited to join the free event, try out a special taster therapy session and enjoy a cream tea. Caring for Carers own ukulele group Care2Uke will also be performing on the day. There will be a wide range of organisations present on the day to provide lots of information to support carers. For further information or to confirm attendance call 01752 201890 or email caringforcarers@improvinglives.org.uk
Heritage exhibition The current ‘Devonport Heritage’ exhibition at Ford Park Cemetery runs until November 18. The exhibition is open for public viewing on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10.30am to 3.30pm and Saturdays and Sundays from 12.30pm to 3.30pm. Entry is free but donations are welcome.
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Citizens Advice Plymouth recently marked 80 years of providing free, independent and confidential advice for people by throwing a party at Devonport Guildhall for staff, volunteers and stakeholders.
Originally set up during World War Two to respond to the issues faced by people in Plymouth, it originally operated out of Marlborough House on Marlborough Road by North Hill. Over the years the service has operated out of different locations across the city including Devonport Guildhall and near the Magistrates Court. Today its main offices are at Cobourg House on Mayflower Street. Last year over 19,000 clients who live, work and study in the city used the service either face to face, over the phone or digitally. Staff and volunteers helped these clients with over 118,000 issues and had a 97% satisfaction rating with a 100% of clients stating they would recommend our service. Emma Handley, chief officer said: “We were delighted to bring our staff, volunteers, trustees, stakeholders and funders together to mark 80 years of Citizens Advice with a look back at the
work we have done since the service launched during the Second World War. “I am proud of how our service has continued to adapt down the years to help people with whatever issue they may be facing. It was especially poignant to host our celebration at Devonport Guildhall where we had previously run our service from the cells in the basement “I would like to take this opportunity to thank everyone who has ever worked for, volunteered and supported Citizens Advice Plymouth down the years, we could not do what we do without the fantastic people who make up the core of what we do. “We may be 80 years old as a service, but our mission remains the same, to provide advice and empower the people who live, work and study in Plymouth to tackle the problems they and their families face.” Across England and Wales Citizens Advice helped 100.000 more people this year compared to last taking the total to 2.7 million people helped across the network. In Plymouth growth of the service continues with a bespoke debt advice drop in clinic operating out of Cobourg House, the Advice Plymouth face to face advice partnership
out of Ernest English House, Buckwell Street and the Universal Credit Help to Claim scheme. This is part of the commitment announced at the birthday event to look to the future and ensure that putting clients at the heart of everything they do continues. Last year Citizens Advice Plymouth recruited 62 new staff and volunteers to push forward with an ambitious programme of continual development of their service. Suzi Cumberland, chief operating officer said: “With Citizen Advice’s 80th Birthday it has been a time for us to reflect and plan for the future. We are conscious that we are only scratching the surface in terms of reaching those that need access to our service, and we are also mindful that the population of Plymouth will continue to grow. “Health and Wellbeing data supports the fact that Plymouth is, and will continue, to fall short of national averages across multiple areas and we are also aware of the need to diversify the clients we attract, particularly underrepresented groups. “These are some of the challenges we will be looking to meet in the coming months and years with an ambitious but important plan to bring our advice and services to more of those who need it.”
Plymouth student, 12, wins police award for his knife crime work Stoke Damerel Community College student Ricky Blight has received a special police award for his research work into young people’s perceptions and experiences of knife crime in Plymouth.
Year 8 student Ricky carried out the knife crime survey with fellow members of Plymouth Youth Parliament - and the findings are so informative that the survey is now being discussed by police nationally. Ricky was presented with his Superintendent’s Certificate for Selflessness by Chief Supt David Thorne at the Plymouth Police Commander’s Awards Ceremony at the Guildhall in October. Over 670 completed questionnaires were handed in to the Youth Parliament - many of them collected by Ricky, who was in Year 7 at the time. Ricky also presented an Assembly to all Year 7 students at the college. The award citation praised Ricky for being the ‘the key driver in leading the knife crime questionnaire within his school’. And it said: “The information he collected has been used by many agencies, including Devon and Cornwall Police, who have recognised the incredibly valuable data included and are using it to inform future planning. “He has exhibited a selfless attitude and has gone the extra mile to assist the Youth Parliament in being successful in raising awareness for young people and keeping them safe. “This is an ongoing piece of work which is now being discussed nationally. The Youth Parliament data revealed that 85% of
young people who responded have not considered carrying a knife and 68% don’t know anyone who carries a knife - but 64% say they are concerned about knife crime. Other findings included: 67% believed the purpose of protection was a very important or fairly important factor in people carrying knives 60% believed fear was a very important or fairly important factor in why people carry knives 49% felt that the purpose of committing a crime was a very important or fairly important factor behind people carrying knives 60% believed status and respect to be only a somewhat important or not important factor 55% believed that gang related activity or affiliation was only somewhat important or not important - but 62% also believed gang culture has a “significant effect” on young’s people
involvement in knife crime. Ricky said: “Mostly, students down here see knife crime as an issue that affects other areas, like London. But they also believe it is becoming more of an issue in Plymouth.” Jenny Way, professional youth worker at Plymouth City Council, said: “Ricky truly deserves this award. He worked really hard ensuring students at Stoke Damerel Community College had their voices heard in the knife crime consultation. “And he always works hard in the Youth Parliament - he is an asset to the group as a whole and to his family. He encourages new members and supports them as the advocate for Stoke on our behalf. He is a delight to work with and support.” Ricky joined the Youth Parliament after seeing how his elder sister enjoyed being a member: “It’s fun,” he said. “And I like to speak up for other people. But I didn’t think I’d end up getting an award for the work I do!” Seeing Ricky collect the award was a proud moment for his parents, Antony and Laura. Mr Blight said: “Ricky has a voice and he likes to use it positively. I think that needs to be encouraged. He collected hundreds of questionnaires as part of this project, which was a huge achievement.” Sally Bevin, learning manager for Year 8 at Stoke Damerel Community College, added: “The college is very proud that Ricky has achieved this award for work he is doing in the community, and with the way he is representing the college on something that is very much a hot topic nationally at the moment.”
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Two wells will be drilled 100 metres beneath Bath Street as part of the Council’s push for alternative sources of renewable heat and to install infrastructure to help tomorrow’s builders, developers and homeowners do their bit. Councillor Mark Lowry, Cabinet member for Finance said: “We have declared a climate emergency. Now we are turning words into action. “We need to reduce our impact on the environment. Not only are we drilling wells to provide innovative renewable heating and cooling but we will be installing interconnecting pipework to supply new developments. It means that as soon as new buildings go up along this boulevard, they can connect to a much more eco-friendly heating and cooling system.” As well as pipe work, an innovative drainage system will be installed beneath the road. Underground tanks capable of holding 240 tonnes of water will be going in which can contain water in the event of flooding particularly at times of high rainfall coinciding with high tides. Above these tanks, will be ‘rain gardens’ – sunken beds planted with coastal grasses and flowering plants arranged beneath an avenue of trees – these will be irrigated using the rain and flood water. The system is being developed with the Environment Agency and South West Water as part of the Water Resilient Cities Interreg Programme. Work is also due to start on a new public square at the Union Street end of Bath Street to make it a more welcoming entrance to Millbay Boulevard. Creating a link from the city centre is a long-held aspiration and the Council has been acquiring properties to enable its delivery. Millbay is changing. New apartment blocks now overlook the docks, there’s a new school as well as shops and restaurants. The new look boulevard will be lined with, up to 300 homes as well as a hotel development, shops and offices. The boulevard scheme costs £2.9 million and is being part funded by The European Regional Development Fund, Interreg 2 Seas and the Water Resilient Cities Programme, but also HeatNet NWE Programme. Other organisations involved include Plymouth Waterfront Partnership and Plymouth Pavilions.
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Big makeover for college’s Students’ Union Students at City College Plymouth are celebrating the launch of the newly refurbished Students’ Union – a dedicated space for students run by the student liaison team.
With funding from the college, the Students’ Union has undergone a huge transformation with improvements made to the interior space and facilities, to create a more comfortable and engaging environment. The whole area is now open, light and more accessible to all students, who range from school leavers through to higher education and adult learners. The renovations include: the installation of a new flooring and floor covering; the creation of a new chill out space, with easy chairs, sofa bean bags
and a new 65” ultra-high-definition TV; the addition of a new intervention suite, created to provide a quiet area for students to talk or study; and the creation of a new games zone which houses three pool tables, two table tennis tables, an Xbox and PlayStation 4. In addition, a stage has been installed in the entertainment zone of the Students’ Union with a view to hosting ‘open mic nights’; and a new gym has been installed in the activities room. This new gym space features spinning bikes, rowers, ski machine, weights as well as other equipment. A group of the college’s media students are currently working on developing wall graphics for the Students’ Union for the different zones, depicting sports, games, entertainment
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and chill out themes. Chaz Talbot, student liaison officer at the college, said: “This is now a fantastic space which has drawn nothing but positive responses from students of all ages. Those who’ve returned for the second year of their course have appreciated the amount of effort and financial backing that has been expended to improve this area. “I’ve been thoroughly impressed with all improvements made to the membership and running of the Students’ Union this term. The students are now beginning to take ownership of their space, under the supervision of the student liaison team, utilising resources available to identify with it. The footfall has increased significantly since the summer break and it is clear to see that students are enjoying the freedom they have within their own area.” To mark the occasion, Jackie Grubb, principal and chief executive at the college, cut a celebration cake that was made by the college’s catering students. The event also celebrated the launch of the college’s new well-being mile. This initiative encourages students and staff to take time out of their day to walk a mile-long route around the campus and forms part of the college’s commitment to the health and well-being of its community.
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Jackie Grubb, principal and chief executive, cuts the celebration cake made by the college’s catering students
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Teachers and staff at Stoke Damerel Community College have been entertaining students at an ‘Open Mic’ poetry recital to celebrate National Poetry Day.
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Fourteen members of staff took to the stage to read their favourite poems on the 25th anniversary of National Poetry Day in October. The recital, during break on ‘The Street’ in the college foyer, went down a storm with students, with the biggest cheers going to head of English Diane Henderson for her reading of ‘Pig’ by Roald Dahl. Among the other poems chosen were ‘The Road Not Taken’ by Robert Frost, ‘The Listeners’ by Walter de la Mare, ‘The Ant Eater’ by Roald Dahl, and ‘The Moon and the Yew Tree’ by Sylvia Plath. Year 7 student, Molly, said: “It’s a great idea for the teachers to do this, I really enjoyed it.” Ethan, also in Year 7, agreed and said: “I really liked ‘Pig’ and ‘The Ant Eater’. The Open Mic session was organised by Literacy Coordinator and English Teacher, Jodie Ekpoffiong. She said: “Fourteen is a pretty good turnout - even more wanted to do it but were busy with other duties. And it was nice to see so many of the students stop by and listen.” The readings were part of the college’s special day of poetry events, which saw every student in the college getting involved. “They’ve examined how poetry is relevant to them, and they’ve looked at poetry in the wider sense, such as songs and adverts,” said Jodie. “We’ve also put poems from other cultures on the walls so every student feels included, and these poems also help us to celebrate Black History Month.”
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Widening Horizons is bringing hope and inspiring young people in Stonehouse the programme when she wrote to Josanne: “Thank you so much for organising such a brilliant year, the children have really enjoyed their experiences. A brilliant opportunity for our students.” According to Plymouth City Council’s figures, Widening Horizons doesn’t just give a good over 9,000 children in the city live in poverty and experience to local primary school children. It in the West - in the Devonport, Ham and St Peter and the Waterfront wards - the picture for ‘multiple aims to develop long term change as part of deprivation’ is up to five times worse than those in the Millfields Trust’s overall aim to uplift the community’s self-esteem and put realistic hope the East, in wards like Dunstone. back on the agenda, even in tough times. Communities all over the city face their own A comment from a grateful Mum recently showed challenges, and given a chance people will rise to how they are managing to do that: “My son went meet them. Plymouth City Council, charities and to City College to look at construction industry an increasing number of businesses are working training and had the chance to make a wooden together to make things better. Tackling issues in the Stonehouse area, Widening key-holder in their joinery department. Now he wants to be a carpenter and so he is working at Horizons was launched by the Millfields Trust in school to achieve that.” 2008, supporting and enabling Year 5 pupils from Widening Horizons is providing real-world work the seven Stonehouse primary schools to explore experiences that inspire, encourage, and enable new and challenging learning experiences with children to believe enough in themselves to visits to a number of different workplace venues. overcome some of the difficulties that they face. As the programme grew, the Trust set up Millfields Along with others in our brilliant city they’re Inspired to deliver the work long-term. changing the landscape for the future and helping Children take part in up to seven work experience days in a school year, with a graduation Plymouth to realise its full potential. If you want to find out more, or if you’re a ceremony to celebrate their achievements in business owner who could provide support, mid-July. The aim is to inspire them to believe Josanne Stewart would love to hear from you. in themselves and a better future, and to realise Contact 01752 660837 or check out that their education can lead them out of the www.millfieldsinspired.com difficulties that many of their families face, into good employment opportunities. Businesses and organisations who provide hands on learning experiences for Millfields Inspired include: National Marine Aquarium, City College Plymouth, Plymouth University School of Medicine, Peninsula Dental School of Excellence, Brittany Ferries, Princess Yachts, Mayflower Marina, Foot Anstey, Plymouth Citybus, EE, KARST Gallery, Building Plymouth, DHSB, Scott College, Blue Screen IT, Well Connected and Antony Estate. “The children can experience a wide variety of roles in such a range of organisations,” said Millfields Inspired development manager, Josanne Stewart. “They get to go into a real workplace and experience what actually goes on. They have enquiring minds, they ask questions like ‘Can I do that?’ We aim to say to them ‘Yes, you can!’” This encouragement is often set against a backdrop of difficulties at home for complex reasons. Widening Horizons provides more opportunities for families in the Stonehouse area to engage with their children’s education. “When I first served as a local school governor, many years ago, we would see maybe one or two parents at a parents’ evening,” said Sam Philpott, a director at the Trust and one of the founders of Widening Horizons. “Our most recent graduation saw 85 parents applauding the efforts of their children. That means we’re reaching whole families as well as the young people.” Jill Braid is a teacher at St George’s primary school in Stonehouse. She voiced what many teachers from the seven local schools think about
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Works starts on next phase of Oceansgate Phase 2 of Oceansgate, Plymouth’s new marine Enterprise Zone, will now begin to take shape following a ground breaking ceremony.
Councillor Tudor Evans, Leader of Plymouth City Council, dug the first turf to mark the start of the build. Oceansgate is a key part of Plymouth’s plans to grow its flourishing marine sector and Phase 2 will see the creation of a new three story office building and 15 light industrial units, potentially creating up to 130 new jobs. Councillor Evans said: “The fact that 84 per cent of Phase 2 is under offer before it has even been built shows there’s a real appetite for this new facility, which is perfectly located being close to some of the biggest businesses in the city – such as Babcock and Princess Yachts. “We’re pushing ahead with our plans to support and develop Plymouth’s marine and maritime economy, attracting new businesses and supporting the growth of those already based here, which will pay dividends for the local economy. Oceansgate has a very big role to play in this.” Kier Regional Building will be building the second phase, using natural materials such as stone to ensure the development fits within its historic surroundings at South Yard. Doug Lloyd, Kier Regional Building area manager for Devon said: “We are delighted to start on site and begin work on this great
addition to Plymouth’s marine Enterprise Zone. “Plymouth is a city which is synonymous with marine development and this investment will enable the continued growth in the sector, supporting both expanding marine businesses and attracting new specialists to the area. “Kier has been established in Plymouth for over 90 years and we recognise the importance of continued investment to drive the local economy and investment in local people through employment and skills. “We will work closely with Building Plymouth, the local education establishments and employment organisations to provide this vital career support.” The £7.6 million project has been funded by the Council and a £2.25 million grant from the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF) and was procured through the Southern Construction Framework. JLL have been appointed property agents to market Phase 2. As an Enterprise Zone, businesses based at Oceansgate can take advantage of a range of business rate discounts. Any businesses in the marine sector that are looking for new workshops or office space can find more information and contact details on www.oceansgateplymouth.com. ABOUT OCEANSGATE Oceansgate is the anchor project for the Plymouth and South West Peninsula City Deal, a pioneering programme covering
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in Historic figureheads return Fourteen monumental Royal Naval figureheads will return to Plymouth shortly to be displayed in The Box, after being restored in a hugely ambitious conservation project.
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Weighing a combined total of more than 20 tonnes, the figureheads were originally carved in the 1800s and are on loan to The Box from the National Museums of the Royal Navy. They’ll start arriving on October 21 and will take two weeks to be delivered and installed. The figureheads have been saved from decay by three specialist conservation teams based in London, Devon and Cornwall. Over the last two years the teams have painstakingly analysed, repaired and repainted them, removing years of water damage and returning them to their former glory. Once built to adorn the bows of naval warships, from spring 2020 these icons of maritime history will be suspended in a huge sweep in The Box’s main entrance space. Thirteen figureheads will hang from the ceiling, secured in place with just three cables, to create the effect of a fleet of carvings floating in space. The 14th and largest figurehead will stand on the floor with a huge display of nearly 300 ship’s badges behind it. Councillor Tudor Evans, Plymouth City Council Leader said: “The figureheads are more than just wooden sculptures; they’re iconic symbols of the history of the city of Plymouth and the Royal Navy. They’re also fantastic representations of the craftsmanship and skill of the sculptors who made them over 200 years ago. “Right from the start when we were developing our original concepts for The Box we wanted to have a ‘flotilla’ of figureheads suspended from the ceiling of the new entrance in a nod to Plymouth’s important maritime history and as the place where great journeys start from.”
The largest figurehead is from HMS Royal William. Known as ‘King Billy’ he’s a 13 feet tall, 2 tonne standing figure of William IV carved in 1833. Others include an ancient Greek-inspired figurehead from HMS Sybille, which played an active role in the capture of Canton during the Second China War (1856-1860), and the figurehead from HMS Centaur which fought pirates off the coast of West Africa
and served during the Crimea War in 1855. Due to the scale of the figureheads, conservators have pioneered a new technique using Sonic Tomography scanning – a method designed for measuring decay cavities within living trees. Prior to this it had never been used to conserve large-scale wooden sculptures. The technique enabled the teams to accurately assess the amount of deterioration inside each figurehead. This, along with an analysis of the surface paint layers, enabled them to develop the most appropriate treatment methods. It’s an approach that has not only saved the original carved surfaces and the figureheads themselves, it’s also uncovered previously obscured craftsmanship that might have been lost forever. After securing the structural integrity and carrying out all the repair and restoration work each figurehead has been repainted u, sing a newlydeveloped colour palette.
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City centre revamp approved Plymouth’s shopping heartland is to get a new look as the city gears up for a new wave of visitors to come flocking in.
Exciting plans to transform Old Town Street and the upper end of New George Street have now been given the green light by the city’s planners as Plymouth gets ready for the opening of not one, but two, major developments. The countdown is now on for the opening of the £50 million Barcode complex with a 12 screen Cineworld cinema, 15 restaurants and bars, while next year, The Box, Plymouth’s epic new cultural attraction, which will house art galleries as well as museum exhibitions and archives collections, will open. Cabinet Member for Finance and city centre champion Councillor Mark Lowry said: “We’re on the cusp of massive change in the heart of Plymouth. We’re now counting down the weeks until these projects open and few cities will be able to offer visitors and residents so much in one place. “These projects are game changers, we need to make sure that people who come to the city centre to enjoy these new attractions are impressed with what they see at all points of their day. Making sure the spaces around these key new developments are attractive, modern and look good, is vital.” The programme is a collaboration between British Land (who own Drake Circus, The Barcode and the blocks which house House of Fraser and Debenhams) and Plymouth City Council, with the Council carrying out the public space improvements as part of the Better Places programme and British Land improving and expanding the retail offer in Norwich Union House and providing new Pavilions in the streets. The new look will see more trees and gardens planted to make the most of Plymouth’s 20th century modernist architecture. Spaces will also be created to encourage small events and places to linger or meet up and new play space. David Pollock, head of Major Retail Developments at British Land, said: “We are pleased to be working with Plymouth City Council on improving this key public space and repositioning parts of the retail offer around Drake Circus Shopping Centre and the new Barcode leisure complex. The work will serve to enhance both the existing offer and the new development which is due to open to the public in a matter of weeks.” The work is expected to begin next year.
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...and a starring role for the Prysten House A tired forgotten corner is to be turned into a new public square to show off one of Plymouth’s oldest buildings as part of Mayflower 400 preparations.
The area outside the 15th Century Prysten House is to get some love and attention with plans to replace the 1970s paving with beautiful granite paving and an Elizabethan Garden pattern marked out with cobbles. New trees will be planted and new street furniture installed. A planning application for listed building consent is being submitted this week by the Council so that the work directly outside the former merchant’s house can get underway in the new year. The location is also set to be included on the Mayflower trail. But it’s not just furniture and floors that are getting a makeover, flora and fauna will be putting on a show for Mayflower, thanks to volunteers from Minster Church of St Andrew’s and the Mayflower Makers. The group plan to add even more colour in the churchyard overlooking the newly created square and they are using the minister’s magnificent Piper window as inspiration. John Piper was a major contributor to the artistic landscape of 20th-century Britain. He worked as a painter, printmaker and designer of stained-glass windows and theatre sets. He collaborated with the likes of John Betjeman and Benjamin Britten. Janet Greaves Stocker, who is organising the volunteer group on behalf of the church, said: “We are bringing the stunning colours from the Piper
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added: “Prysten House is a stunning building which survived the Blitz and looks magnificent next to the Minster. But it is surrounded by some rather uninspiring concrete. “That’s going to change. With the help of the lovely volunteers at the minster and the Mayflower Makers, we are going to turn this corner into a place people want to sit and enjoy. Can’t wait.”
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Lottery funding for new projects in Plymouth
Local charity Timebank South West, is celebrating after being awarded almost £9,000 in National Lottery funding to support a new pilot project in Plymouth called ‘Plan It, Cook It, Share It.’
Bowden said: “We are delighted that The National Lottery Community Fund has recognised our work in this way. This project will count towards helping people to combat loneliness and to cook a healthy meal on a budget”. The project will provide a monthly Timebank South West has been sit-down ‘meal night’ to bring people running since 2011 and has eight together to have conversations and Timebanking Hubs based in Barne socialise over dinner. Barton, Devonport, Efford, Ernesettle, The funding will Honicknowle, create a new post North Prospect, for someone with Stonehouse, and south west community and Whitleigh. The cooking tuition pilot will initially experience to help guide residents run in Barne Barton and Whitleigh. and deliver training. Timebanking is a different way LiveWest housing association has people can volunteer their time and provided match funding and in-kind skills to help others. Its informal support to help the sustainability of and flexible approach fits around the project. people’s way of life so anyone can LiveWest’s Justine Cheffers, get involved as and when they can. community connector said: “We The only currency is time so for every already support timebanking in hour that someone gives they earn an Barne Barton and we are keen to hour in return to ask for something help our residents to take part in this back that they want or need from any great project. We will offer free food Timebank member. For example, an hygiene training to our participating hour of gardening is worth an hour of residents who want to enhance their dog walking or art tuition or baking or CVs to increase their chances of IT support. employment”. The new funding will help support It is hoped that the project will resident-led cooking sessions aimed have a lasting positive impact on at increasing skills to plan and cook health and well-being in the two healthy homemade meals and build communities through residents confidence to create new recipes that taking part, increasing their cooking can be shared and handed down to skills, building confidence to make the next generation. new recipes and handing down that Timebank South West’s chair Jo knowledge to others.
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Navy police raise funds for cancer support
Members of the Royal Navy Police at Devonport Naval Base have taken part in the 2019 World’s Biggest Coffee Morning in aid of Macmillan Cancer Support. The Royal Navy Police team, with support from their colleagues at the Ministry of Defence Police dog section, provided cakes and sweet treats galore, for everyone to support the Macmillan Charity Day. The role of the RN Police based at the Western HQ in Plymouth is to provide a vital policing and investigative service to
establishments, ships and units in the area, deterring, detecting and preventing crime. But one of the organisers of the Devonport event, Leading Hand (Police) Samuel Parfett, has his own personal reason to support the Macmillan charity. “We may be the RN Police, but first and foremost, we are sailors – and understand that unfortunately cancer is something that can effect anyone at any time. That’s why we’ve decided to put on this event in aid of Macmillan Cancer Support.
“I lost my grandmother to lung cancer when I was quite young. Every time she came to visit she would be carrying one of her famous fruit cakes. “So I’ve joined friends and colleagues in thinking of loved ones who’ve been effected by cancer, and those who have sadly lost their battles. Together we’ve raised lots of money for this really worthy cause.” In total the Royal Navy Police raised over £122 and would like to thank all those who took time out to join them and gave their support.
Win a festive date night! Spend some quality time with a loved one this Christmas, whether it’s your significant other or best friend, with our festive date night competition! This amazing prize includes a pre-theatre dinner for two and tickets to the Barbican Theatre’s Christmas show for adults (no kids allowed)! Start your evening with a three course, pre-theatre meal for two at The Mission. Tucked away in the quiet surroundings of John Hawkins Square, conveniently located between the city centre and the Barbican, The Mission is in a beautiful 19th century building. Their pre-theatre menu includes classic British dishes, freshly cooked and made with quality local produce. It’s the perfect spot for a romantic dinner or a gathering of friends before enjoying some of Plymouth’s cultural highlights. Following your delicious dinner, you’ll head to the intimate Barbican Theatre for A Grimm Christmas. This adult-only show is a fresh alternative to sickly sweet festive treats, promising a spin on the fairy tales you thought you knew – before Hollywood sprinkled sugar on them! Co-produced with The Wheel, the show sees the Brothers Grimm reclaiming the dark and gruesome tales that have become sanitised and sweetened for children. They’ll be retelling traditional folklore but completely uncensored, with plenty of menace and gore to thrill and delight you on A Grimm Christmas Night. It’s guaranteed to be a night to remember – and a special treat for adults to enjoy during the festive season.You can see it at the Barbican Theatre from 12 to 23 December. Head to visitplymouth.co.uk to find out more about what’s on in Plymouth this Christmas and discover plenty of inspiration for things to do! To enter the competition to win dinner and theatre tickets for two, answer this one simple question and complete your details:
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Devonport leads the way at school leaders conference
The Royal Navy in Plymouth and the City Council are leading the way with a conference to discuss opportunities to support service children in the region.
Held at HMS Drake in Devonport the conference focused on ideas across the local education sector to better support the unique aspects of service children’s education. Those attending heard from first-hand experiences of dealing with service issues and concerns raised through their current work. Along with the Royal Navy and Plymouth City Council, other organisations attending include the Naval Families Federation, Military Kids Club and infant and primary schools representatives. The conference also highlighted the particular challenges for commonwealth and veteran families. This first event was an opportunity to share with families the good practice across Plymouth that exceeds that of other local authorities, in terms of time devoted to schools with service children, the support networks drawn upon and, crucially the capacity Plymouth has to
respond to the voice of its young people. Commodore Peter Coulson ADC, Naval Base Commander, introduced the conference along with Councillor Pauline Murphy from Plymouth City Council. “The Royal Navy in partnership with Plymouth City Council, is holding this first School’s Leaders Conference in HMS Drake,” said Cdre Coulson. “The aim of the day was to increase awareness of the context and challenges surrounding the children of service personnel and veterans. We aim to share information and advice that will improve support for the schools, by the Naval Service and Service Charities.” Councillor Pauline Murphy, Armed Forces Champion, said: “We’re incredibly proud of our Naval heritage here in Plymouth, and supporting the children whose parents serve in the Armed Forces is something I care about enormously. “There is already fantastic work being done in Plymouth – we are leading the way, but highlighting the issues these children and families face and sharing our expertise will help us identify where further help can be given.”
Radical fund generates new wave of community activists The successful launch of a pioneering fund in Plymouth has seen more than £40,000 committed to small-scale community projects across the city and encouraged several hundred people to participate in social activism, some for the first time.
Plymouth Octopus Project, which supports city-based charities and social enterprises, says it has been overwhelmed by the response to its Street-to-scale fund which has led to a wide-variety of community initiatives being set up by a wide-variety of people. With most of the money allocated, the organisation, also known as POP+, has placed temporary restrictions on the fund while it considers what it can learn from the experience and what happens next. From Arabic to angels; fish to the flicks and medicine to musicians, the breadth of projects that have been funded to ‘do some good’ in Plymouth through the Street-to-Scale fund has been both imaginative and inspiring: Rock the Block recently held a community silent disco in Stoke; Bloody Marvellous has been set up to help reduce period poverty and Adelaide Angels are bringing together a community in Stonehouse. Cerys Lewis from Collective Good, which has received £1000 to provide hygiene packs to people at Plymouth hostels, said Street-to-Scale is helping individuals make a real difference where it is needed. “We’re providing essentials to
people like soap, toothpaste and socks, simple things that give people a bit of dignity. We know that people have to choose between food and toothpaste, and we know, you’re going to choose food, aren’t you?”. Cerys speaks from experience: when she was 17, she lived in a hostel and knows what a difference having – or not having - these basic items can make to someone’s life. Matt Bell, the CEO of POP+ said the fund is unlike anything he has seen before. He believes it is this originality that attracts and enables individuals who have an urgency to make a difference. “Street-to-Scale is like letting a thousand flowers bloom. We’re seeing projects spring up all over the place, helping all sorts of people, in all sorts of ways. It’s really exciting to see how we can build on this experimental phase to see what comes next,” he said. POP+ is now considering how the popularity and ease of Street-to-Scale might shape decisions regarding the next, imminent, period of funding. With more than £1m available, experiences-shared and lessons-learnt from this radical initiative may well influence the development of more significant funding opportunities across the city in the future and, in doing so, create further positive change for communities. For more information about the Street-to-Scale fund please contact POP+ on Plymouth 395131 or email info@plymouthoctopus.org
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Former hostage Terry Waite shares his story as part of Mayflower 400 anniversary Former hostage, humanitarian and author Terry Waite took centre stage at Devonport’s HMS Drake, at a themed talk commemorating the Mayflower 400 anniversary.
Welcomed to Devonport by Commodore Peter Coulson, Naval Base Commander, the event in the Warrant Officers and Senior rates mess saw Terry Waite share his story of his time as a hostage in Beirut, some 28 years since his release in November 1991. Terry spent 1,760 days in captivity and twenty years later he travelled back to meet his jihadist captors. His personal journey and
recovery are testament to the notion that hardship can often be a source of strength; and event organisers say his experiences can be assimilated to those of the pilgrims who set sail on the Mayflower some 400 years ago. Craig Moore, from Plymouth law firm Womble Bond Dickinson, and sponsor of the talk said; “We’re really pleased to support the Mayflower 400 initiative and to welcome Terry to this headline event in Plymouth. “Terry’s experience was unique and fascinating to hear him speak about surviving his ordeal and indeed how he came to terms with the aftermath.”
Terry Waite speaking at the event
Terry Waite shared his personal account of his ability to face the unknown, to build trust and the physical and mental capacity he had to exercise to deal with the hardships that he
faced. Terry also shared his insights into the importance of staying mentally active in the face of death as well as ways in which he was creative in situations where there was little or no support available. He believed that when forced to, humans discover resources that enable them to cope in extreme situations. “Over 400 years ago the Pilgrims set sail to find a new life for themselves in unknown territory,” said Terry Waite. “The personal qualities they required then are the same as those required today: courage, innovation and conviction. In remembering that voyage we can take inspiration from the fact that human beings have the capacity to adapt and change. History has much to teach us.” Mayflower 400 commemoration sits at the very heart of the special relationship between Britain and the US. The official programme in 2020 will comprise over 400 events that will span four nations – Britain, US, Netherlands and Wampanoag – and is anticipated to yield a significant impact on the business turnover across the UK Mayflower Compact destinations. The event was one of a series of seven themed talks that will take place over a two year period commemorating the Mayflower’s 400th year anniversary and the importance of the transatlantic relationship between the UK and the US.
Knowing your value and loving yourself THE
Experience A wise man once said ‘Love your neighbour as yourself’. The sentiment behind this statement is one which I am sure the majority of people agree with. Indeed living this out forms the foundation of a healthy society. Whilst it is easy to agree with the statement, putting it into action daily is the hard part.
A close friend commented to me recently that the key to this is in the second part, to love others as you love yourself. My instant reaction to that was it seems somewhat selfish. However the more I have reflected on it, the more I see it is true. We live in an interesting time in history. A time where through social media we publish more about ourselves than probably at any other time in history. A time where arguably the most popular photo is the selfie. According to research by Samsung the average millennial will take 25,000 selfies
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in their life, which is approximately one every day. That being an average, it means a significant number of people will take many more than that! Does all this focus on ourselves mean we love ourselves more than ever before? I would argue not. In fact I would argue we love ourselves less than in other times in history. Research by Dove in 2017 pointed out that 61% of 10 to 17-year-old girls in the UK have low selfesteem and according to the office for national statistics in 2018 the UK male suicide rate of 17.2 deaths per 100,000 represented a significant Dave Simpson increase from the rate in 2017. These are just a couple of sad statistics which suggest we don’t generally love ourselves well. We live in an age of constant comparison. Companies want us to compare ourselves with celebrities and online influencers
to buy products they are promoting. We compare ourselves with our friends and family members through the things they post about themselves on social media. Yet what we are shown is almost always the best bits of their lives and presents us with an inaccurate and highly edited view of people around us which can lead us to feel less successful, less beautiful, less valuable and generally love ourselves less. We are designed to know love. To be loved and to correctly love and value ourselves. When we know we are worth something we see more clearly that other people are too and we treat them better as a result. When we try to love others and we don’t know we are loved it leads to jealousy, frustration and can fester into bitterness. All ensuring we can’t genuinely love others at all. As someone once said, ‘you can’t give
what you haven’t got’. The next time you look in the mirror, really look. Recognise you are unique. As a result you are valuable and choose to love yourself. The wise man who made the statement to ‘love your neighbour as yourself’ was actually Jesus. Directly before he said this, he is quoted as saying ‘love God with all your heart, soul, mind and strength’. To love others is hard. To love yourself can be even harder. I don’t really believe it is enough to just choose to love yourself. I believe that love has to come from somewhere and it is my belief that to love yourself you have to know you are loved. This may be true in the relationships you have with people. In fact I hope it is and this is tremendously valuable. However there is one who loves you unconditionally and always has. It is in loving God and knowing his love for you that you can then love yourself and truly love others.
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Your guide to community events in your area Devonport Library RIT for Beginners Mondays, 2pm - 3pm Aimed at beginners, find out what you can do online by signing up to ‘Learn My Way’. Staff will be on hand to help.
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come & join us. The café is very informal and includes music, art and other activities. Contact: Rev Alison Richardson on 01752 562982. Contemporary Worship for everyone with the Worship Band at 6.30pm on every fourth Sunday of each month.
Work Club Wednesdays, 9am - 1pm Get help with searching for jobs, CVs, basic IT skills, interviews and more.
Sure Footing - Strength & Balance Exercise class Thursdays 10.30am-11.30am. Multi Purpose Room, Brickfields, Devonport, Plymouth PL1 4N. Cost £4.50 per class. Sure Footing classes offer chair based, chair supported and standing exercises with a focus on strength & balance. The Otago Exercise Programme is used for the prevention of falls. The class is suitable for people with reduced mobility, at risk of falling and those that have fallen and rehabilitating. To book a place and for more details call Rosie 07581 510498 or email activeartsforlife@gmail.com
Rhymetime Wednesdays, 10.30am - 11am Saturdays, 11am -11.30am Songs and nursery rhymes for babies and toddlers. Libraries also run regular story times for the under 5s.
Fun Fitness Sessions Various dates In the gym and in the park for children, teenagers, families and pram fitness. Call Fizz for more details 07976568477 Fizz Fitness Gym 180 Albert Rd, Plymouth
Lego Club Thursdays 3.30pm-4.30pm. We supply the Lego, you supply the imagination and building skills.
Community Cafe Every Thursday in term time Stoke Damerel Church, Paradise Road between 10.30am and 2pm Community cafe run by learning support students of City College Plymouth, serving tea, coffee and cakes baked and prepared by the students.
Hello World - Coding and Making Mondays, 4pm - 5pm Coding and digital making for children aged 8 to 13. Including: Scratch, CodeCombat, MakeyMakey, Micro:bit and more. No booking required.
Writers Group 3rd Saturday of the month 10.30am-12.30pm. Devonport Libraries writers group - for anyone with an interest in writing stories, poems or plays. North Prospect Library Rhymetime Tuesdays, 2.15pm - 2.45pm Songs and nursery rhymes for babies and toddlers. Hello World - Coding and Making Thursdays, 3.30pm - 4.30pm Coding and digital making for children aged 8 to 13. Including; Scratch, CodeCombat, MakeyMakey, Micro:bit and more. No booking required. Book Group Monthly, last Saturday of the month, 10.30am 11.30am Meet up to talk about what you’ve been reading. Each month, there will be a different book to read and discuss. Work Clu Mondays 10am-12. Get help with searching for jobs, CVs, basic IT skills, interviews and more. Chatterbooks Every other Tuesday 3.30pm-4.30pm. Chatterbooks are reading groups for children aged between 8 and 12. St Budeaux Library St Budeaux Library is now closed and the new library is expected to open in 2019. Hours at West Park Library have been extended until the new library opens. Pop-up library Every Wednesday Library Services will be at the Barn in Barne Barton with a Pop-Up Library from 10am until 4pm. Visitors will be able to browse a selection of books, pick up reservations and attend activities. Memory café On Fridays the team will be at the Community Centre in St Budeaux Square from 10am to 2pm which will include the popular Memory Café. Regular Events at St Budeaux Community Centre Monday Zumba 7pm to 8pm; Wednesday St Budeaux Water Colour Group 10am to 12 noon; Weekly Lunch Club 12 noon to 1.30pm; Bingo 1.30pm to 3.30pm; Thursday DC Disco for disabled 6.30pm to 9.30pm; Friday St Budeaux Library Memory Cafe 11am to 2pm; Bingo 6.30pm to 9.30pm St Budeaux Square Club Activities Monthly lunch club second Thursday each month 11.30am to 2.30pm to various destinations; last Wednesday of month A Gathering 11am to 4pm speakers, entertainment three course freshly cooked meal £6. Starting April monthly coach trips to varying destinations; Knitting & Crochet class second Tuesday of month 2pm to 4pm; Astorians Dance Band last Wednesday of month 7pm to 10.30pm. St Michael’s Open Church Project Every Tuesday St Michael’s Church, Albert Road from 10.30am to
Representatives from University of Plymouth Ladies Football Club (UPLFC) were thrilled to receive a cheque for £250 from Plymouth Soroptimists. The donation will go towards paying for transport to their matches. Plymouth Soroptimist President Jenny Jarvis said: “We are delighted to provide support to this fantastic group of young ladies and we wish them every success in their forthcoming fixtures. It’s great that UPLFC are clearly so committed to both their studies and women’s football.” 3.30pm. First and third Tuesdays craft day; bring something to do and some lunch to share. Second Tuesday coffee and cake in aid of charity. Fourth Tuesday lunch club: make a donation towards costs. Fifth Tuesday Drop in: the kettle will be on! Everyone welcome. For details contact Revd Tim Buckley on 01752 666544. Youth Club Wednesdays during term time For youngsters aged 7 to 16 meeting at St Budeaux Methodist Church. Details Plymouth 511857. St Budeaux Latch-on Group Wednesdays Tamar Folk, The Barn, Barne Barton 11am to 12 noon. Offers breastfeeding support to parents both ante-natally and post-natally. Trained professionals and peer supporters are on hand to help mothers overcome any feeding difficulties or to offer support in continued breastfeeding. Contact your midwife, health visitor or check out the website for more information www.plymouth-latchon.org.uk Blaze Family Fun Morning Second Saturday of the month St Budeaux Baptist Church, Fletemoor Road from 10.30am to 12.30pm Regular events at Weston Mill Oak Villa, Ferndale Road Monday Line Dancing from 7pm; Karate from 7pm; Tuesday Companion club for 45 years and over 1pm - 4pm; Junior Kickboxing 6pm -7pm; Wednesday Salsa from 7pm Thursday Junior Kickboxing 6pm-7pm; Sunday Music quiz with raffle from 9pm. Further details Tel 01752 363352 St Budeaux Tennis Club The Club has vacancies for new members, both senior and junior. Come along for free visits and see the facilities. Three all weather courts (two floodlit). All standards of play from beginners to league level. Cost only £95 a year for adults and £15 for juniors. Coaching available. For details call 01752 365526 or e-mail dwilliams66@toucansurf.com Regular Events at William Sutton Memorial Hall, St Budeaux Mondays: Stumblers and tumblers, parent and toddler group 10am to 12 noon See Facebook Stumblers and Tumblers and PM for more details. Wednesday Dance Exercise (ElderTree) 10.30am to 12.30pm; Better Together Friendship Group (ElderTree) 12.30pm to 1.45pm Thursday Billy’s Community Café 10am to 1pm; William Sutton Walkers Walking Group 10am 12 noon; Computer Club 10am to 12noon; Plymouth (St Budeaux) History Group 10am to 12pm;
Monday to Fridays Academy of Dance Freestyle Dance School 3.45pm to 9pm Academy of Dance, is a freestyle dance school based in Plymouth. We take part in national competitions, boys and girls welcome. See Facebook and PM for details! Adult Exercise/Fitness Sessions at the William Sutton Memorial Hall Wednesdays Circuits 6pm Thursdays Muay Thai (Thai style Kickboxing) 7.15pm; Fridays Kettlebells 6pm. See Facebook Bodhi Fitness and Wellbeing and PM or via text 07912628812 or email: info@bodhiltd.org for more details. For information about William Sutton Memorial Hall facilities contact 01752 211247, 07890257621 or Email: communitycentres@colebrooksw.org Barne Barton Coffee Morning Wednesdays (term time) For parents of children going through the process or already diagnosed with special needs or disabilities. If interested ring 01752 365658. Little Fish Toddler Group Wednesdays Organised by Devonport Baptist Church at the Devonport Live Cafe from 10.30am to 12 noon during term time. Open to all with no charge (refreshments are available from the café), all our staff and volunteers are fully DBS checked. Knitting Group Wednesdays The Real Friends knitting and crochet group meets every Wednesday in the function room in Devonport Park 2pm-4pm. It’s free. If you like knitting or you just want to make new friends do come and join us. Councillor Advice Surgeries Saturdays Meet your local St Budeaux Councillors Bowie, Winter and Wheeler. Every Saturday 10.30am to 12 at the St Budeaux Library St Budeaux Square. If you have a problem with Council Services or wish to discuss a matter in your area please drop in for advice. St Budeaux Writers’ Group Fortnightly on Thursdays Meetings are held every fortnight at St Budeaux Library on Thursday evenings 5.30 to 6.30pm. For more details, email sallytenbury@yahoo.com. There are writing themes each meeting, but if there is anything that writers would like to bring to the meeting, then they can do so. Stoke Christian Centre events Memory Cafe second and fourth Mondays of month from 2pm. If you have a relative or friend, with memory loss or dementia, then we would love you to
Baby and Toddler Group Friday mornings in term time St Pancras Church, Honicknowle Lane, Pennycross. The group runs from 10.00 until 11.30am every Friday during term-time in the church lounge. There is a large selection of toys, a craft table and the session concludes with nursery rhymes and action songs. A charge of £1.50 for one adult and accompanying child/children and £1 for extra adults covers all refreshments and craft materials. We hold occasional Tabletop Sales in the church hall to support the Children’s Hospice Southwest. Nifty Needles Quilting Group We are a small friendly quilting group who meet every Monday morning 9.45am - 12.30pm (Bank holidays and August excluded ) at St Budeaux Church community hall, The Green, Higher St Budeaux. Beginners and more experienced quilters welcomed. For details please contact Mary 01752 702247. St Pancras Playtime Thursdays St Pancras Church, Honicknowle Lane, Pennycross. 10am to 11.30am term time only. An activity morning for pre-school children and their carers. Lots of fun, craft, messy play, singing and dancing. £1.50 per session which includes a healthy snack for the children and tea/coffee for adults. Regular events at St Budeaux Baptist Church Tuesday 1pm to 3pm Senior Friendly Club 5pm to 6.15pm Noughts & Crosses primary age children’s club; Wednesday 7pm to 9pm craft group; Thursday 11am to 1pm lunch club once a month afterwards fellowship time; Fridays 9.30am to 11.30am Jelly Tots toddler and parent group. Sundays 10.30am Service & Explorers for children monthly family service. Red Velvet Cinema Every other Wednesday. Come along and watch a Classic film, such as Casablanca or Some Like it Hot, then share your memories of the film and where you saw it over tea and cake. We aim to take you on a trip down memory lane through conversation & companionship. If this sounds just the ticket then join us every other Wednesday at 10.30am at the Mayor’s Parlour in Devonport Guildhall. For more information 941342. Lunch Club Tuesdays and Fridays An invitation to lunch at Welcome Hall Centre, Fore Street, Devonport. 12.30pm Tuesdays, 1pm Fridays. Friendly company. For details or to make a lunch appointment call 606317. Country Music Venue First Friday every other month (not December) At the Aggie ‘Opry’. Agaton Club, St Budeaux. Top country acts being booked. Details 01752 362240.
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Monthly Soup lunch for all the community Last Wednesday of the month Lovely homemade soup, cake, tea & coffee all for £3 at the St Budeaux Church Community Hall, The Green, off Crownhill Road, Higher St Budeaux. from 12.15 - 2 p.m. A warm welcome awaits all those who come. Have a go at the quiz if you want, browse the jigsaw library or just enjoy the company. Community Activities Various dates Evening events at Keyham Community Sports Hall, Drake Primary School, Saltash Road. Monday: Karate classes suitable for children/families and adults. 5pm to 8pm; Tuesday: Keep fit classes. Making exercise fun and easy to do. 6.15pm to 7.15pm; Wednesday: Yoga classes. Beginners/intermediate - first tester session free. 7pm to 8.30pm. The Community Sports Hall has spaces available for hire, for further information contact Roy Burt Sports Development Coordinator at the school on 01752 567649. Whist Drive Wednesdays Kings Tamerton Community Centre want adults of all ages to come and join us in a game of whist. Wednesday afternoons at 1.30pm start, also The first Sunday in every month at 2pm start. Entrance is £1.50,which includes tea, coffee and biscuits. We are a friendly crowd and would like to see some new faces. City Bus No 16 stops right out side the community centre. Call Brenda on 350145 for more details. Rainbows Fridays 1st Devonport Rainbows, Salvation Army, Haddington Road, Stoke Every Friday 6- 7pm Call 01752 405027 for details. Playtots Baby & Toddler Group Tuesdays and Fridays in term time St Budeaux Church Community Hall, The Green, off Crownhill Road. Plenty of space for children to pay and parents, grandparents and carers to meet and make friends. Good variety of toys, crafts, snack, story and rhyme time all included in these fun sessions. From 9.30am to 11.30am. Just come along or contact Lyn on 01752 706728 for more details. Jelly Tots Baby & Toddler Group Fridays 9.30am to 11 am at St Budeaux Baptist Church (during Term Time). £1.50 per Family www.stbudeauxbaptist. org.uk Devonport Park Community Choir Mondays A friendly mixed group of singers meets at St Aubyn’s Church, Chapel Street, Devonport, PL1 4GJ, Monday evenings from 6pm-7.30pm. Cost is £3 per session. No previous experience necessary. New members please call Kate on 01752 564286 to check venue and holidays. Carers Support Group Last Monday of the month Are you a carer? Would you like somewhere to go for advice & info, to relax & unwind with other Carers?
Remembrance Festival Concert tickets on sale now
Tickets are now on sale for the annual Remembrance Festival Concert at Plymouth Pavilions on Friday November 8. Organised by the Federation of Plymouth & District Ex Services Associations, the concert will feature the Band of the Royal
Come to our drop in session at St Budeaux Community Centre 10am- 12 noon on the last Monday of the month. Beit Ezra Saturdays A Messianic Fellowship, meets on a Saturday (Shabbat) at Engage, St Levan Road, Milehouse, Plymouth PL2 3BG from 4pm to 6pm. Contact: 01752 922014 Make A Difference, Plymouth Fridays in term time Support group for parents or carers in Plymouth of children with disabilities or special additional needs either diagnosed or still going through the process. From 10am at Tamar View Community Resource Centre Barne Barton. Open to any parent or carer who can get to us. For further information please visit Make a Difference Plymouth on Facebook or call Kerry on 07599996389. Friendship Club Alternate Wednesdays For the over 55s at King’s Tamerton Community Centre. Meet new friends, bingo, raffle, tea and biscuits, and every month from May until September a
Marines Plymouth, soloist Rebecca Nelson from the Royal New Zealand Navy, the Ocean City Sound choir and the Plymouth Military Wives. There will also be a Drumhead Service and a cadet display by members of the Plymouth Royal Marines Volunteer Cadet
Corps and local Scouts. Tickets cost £10, to include a programme and flag, and are on sale at the Pavilions Box Office on 0333 772 7727 between 10am and 2pm) or alternatively online at www. theticketstore.co.uk.
trip to the coast. For details ring Ida 01752 368841.
rhyme time all included in these fun sessions. From 9.30am to 11.30am. Just come along or contact Lyn on 01752 706728 for more details.
Coffee Morning First Saturday of each month at St Budeaux Methodist Church Hall, offering free coffee, cake and chat. Also the chance to play board games such as Scrabble, Triominoes, Rummikub etc and even a game of table tennis. Join us each month from 10am-12 noon. Devonport Folk Music Session Stoke Inn Third Sunday of month Stoke Inn [opp Co-op] 2pm-5pm. Parking at the pub or free public car park in Church Street. Bring your voice, your instruments, your friends. Singers and listeners all welcome.Food menu available. Details stokeinnplymouth.co.uk 01752 515749 Buses 34, 70 - nearest stops on Devonport Road. TrainDevonport Station See www.flaxey-green.co.uk for details Playtots Baby & Toddler Group Tuesdays and Fridays in term time St Budeaux Church Community Hall, The Green, off Crownhill Road. Plenty of space for children to pay and parents, grandparents and carers to meet and make friends. Good variety of toys, crafts, snack, story and
Godly Play Club Tuesdays St Budeaux Church Community Hall, The Green, off Crownhill Road. From 4pm to 5pm for 4 to 11 year olds. An imaginative approach to storytelling using 3D figures and then doing some ‘wondering’ about the story. Children can choose which artwork they would like to do and each session is always followed by a feast! All children welcome to this free club. email lyn. crews@talktalk.net to book your child’s place.
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Students get the chance to quiz their local MP Students at Stoke Damerel Community College were given the chance to quiz local MP Luke Pollard on topics such as Brexit, the electoral system and the voting age, when he attended the college as part of students’ Extended Project Qualification studies.
Over 50 students aged from 16 to 18 took the opportunity to attend the hour-long event. During the discussion, the Labour MP for Plymouth Sutton and Devonport told the students he supported the ‘Votes at 16’ campaign and said: “Nobody born in the 21st century had a say in the Brexit referendum in 2016. Only people born in the 20th century had a say.” He urged the students to ensure they made their voices heard by registering to vote: “You can register to vote at 16. Have your say. Use your voice. Tell your story. Say what matters to you.” Some of the students agreed that the voting age should be reduced, with one saying: “If you’re old enough to join the Army at 16, you’re old enough to vote.” But others felt 18 was the right age, with one student commenting that “we don’t have the knowledge or experience” to vote at 16. Mr Pollard, whose constituency includes the college, explained both sides of the Brexit debate to the students - most of them sixth formers but
also a handful from Year 11 who expressed an interest in attending. The MP told them he was ‘a big remainer’ but that overturning the referendum without a second vote would be undemocratic as it would be ‘ignoring the views of people who voted leave in 2016’. During the talk, Mr Pollard asked the students to consider the opposite view to the one they hold, and he added: “I believe that all politicians go into politics for the right reasons, to make a positive impact. It’s just that they have different views on how to do that.” Afterwards, Mr Pollard said: “Young people’s voices are being routinely ignored in politics and the way to change that is to take time to listen to people, to give them encouragement that their voices matter. Not every young person has a vote but they have a voice and they should use it.” Assistant head of Sixth Form at the college, Debbie Corby, said: “We have a lot of students with an aspiration to go to university and these events broaden their cultural references and makes them more politically and socially aware - which can only be a positive thing. “Mr Pollard is our local MP for this area, but the college of course welcomes members of parties from across the political spectrum,” she added.
Some of the students stayed on at the end of the event to talk further with the MP - among them, Year 13 students Jessica and Libby and Year 12 student, Reynor. Jessica sits on Plymouth City Council’s Youth Parliament, while Libby is a former member of the Youth Parliament.
Jessica said: “It’s great to have a politician come and explain things to us because there is so much out there on the internet and you don’t know what’s accurate and what isn’t. So it was good to get some correct information, and hear all sides of the debate.”
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Mayflower funding still available for community projects and events
2020 may be fast approaching but there’s still time to apply for Mayflower 400 Community Sparks funding!
Mayflower 400 Community Sparks has been set up to support grass-roots community, arts and cultural activity in the city. Community grants of up to £3,000 (or £5,000 in exceptional circumstances) are available for projects that can be delivered by November 2020. If your group or local community are keen to commemorate the Mayflower 400 year, these grants could help make your ideas a reality. Two rounds of Community Sparks funding have already taken place with 29 projects having been given the go ahead. They include town criers, street parties, picnics, film festivals, tea
dancing and a host of creative projects. The deadline for the next funding round is midnight on October 31 and the scheme is looking for projects that enhance peoples’ wellbeing and explore at least one of the following elements: fun, adventure, legacy or inclusion. The overarching themes for Mayflower 400 are imagination, humanity, freedom and futures. You can find out more about the vision for this special moment in time at www. mayflower400uk.org To apply for Mayflower 400 Community Sparks funding, download an application form from www.plymhearts.org/ arts-and-culture/mayflower400community-sparks For help and support with your project idea email: fiona.evans@ plymouth.gov.uk
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The Marine Academy Primary mission The mission at Marine Academy Primary is ‘to provide an outstanding education that enables all our pupils to reach their greatest potential and live by life’s highest values.’ For Pre-Schoolers up to Year 6 Marine Academy Primary provides education from Pre-School to Year 6. Wrap-around care starts with Breakfast Club at 7.30am every morning and finishes in the evening at 6pm with the After School Club. The Academy is also open from 7.30am to 4.30pm during the school holidays to provide a safe, secure and fun environment for children during the breaks, while their parents/carers are at work. Marine Academy Primary is unique Marine Academy Primary is proud to have achieved a unique position in primary school education locally. In the South West Marine Academy Primary is both the first ‘marine’ primary school and first free school to be graded as ‘Outstanding’ by Ofsted. This means parents/carers can have total confidence that as their children grow and develop, their individual needs are catered for throughout their education at our school.
Supporting pupils and their families As well as supporting pupils, the school also provides regular adult learning classes for parents/carers, with the aim of developing positive and productive relationships both within its community and its families. The ‘Open Door’ policy ensures that one of the team is always available to answer any questions or solve any issues that may arise within the classroom environment, quickly and efficiently. The goal is to make Marine Academy Primary a place where the whole family can learn and flourish together. The Marine Academy Primary family The Marine Academy Primary team and its pupils are considered to be a family in which every child matters and every child is given the space to be able to evolve at his or her own pace. Pupils are encouraged to challenge themselves to stretch and develop new skills and competencies, preparing them for future academic studies, as well as everyday life. Marine Academy Primary’s highly experienced and qualified staff team, along with Watson the Academy dog, ensure that all children feel inspired to be the very best they can, to enjoy learning and have the confidence to interact socially with their peers. A firm foundation for a promising future.
Environmental focus for tenth celebration of Social Enterprise activities in Plymouth One of the UK’s leading celebrations of ethical business is returning to Plymouth in November for its tenth year.
The Social Enterprise City Festival started as a half-day event in 2010, but is now a week-long celebration showcasing the broad range of social enterprises in Plymouth and the impact they’ve had on the city and wider community. Chair of Plymouth Social Enterprise Network, Gareth Hart said: “This year’s theme is climate change and the environment. We recently made our own ‘climate emergency’ declaration and we want to find out more from people in the city about what changes they think social enterprises can implement to combat climate change.” There are already a number
of businesses in the city with an ecological focus, such as Plymouth Energy Community, Borrow Don’t Buy, Plymouth Play Scrapstore and Bikespace, and it’s hoped these businesses will provide insights which can guide the rest of the city. Last year’s event saw around 1,000 people take part in 15 events across the city covering topics as diverse as mental health support, energy poverty and a gin festival! This year’s event is set to be even bigger, with exhibitions, workshops, pub quizzes and a conference. There are 24 events across the city from Monday November 18 to Friday November 22, plus national speakers confirmed for the conference taking place on Thursday November 21. Gareth Hart said: “We believe that we all need to take action to
make a difference and I urge you to come along to our events to find out more about what social enterprises in Plymouth are doing to conserve, protect and enhance the precious world we live in.” To find out more about the events taking place, visit https:// plymsocent.org.uk/social-enterprisecity-festival-10th-anniversary or go to the Plymouth Social Enterprise Network Facebook page. This year the festival is sponsored by the Heart of the Southwest Enhance Social Enterprise Programme, School for Social Entrepreneurs Dartington, Plymouth Energy Community, Iridescent Ideas CIC, Real Ideas Organisation and PKF Francis Clark: Chartered Accountants & Business Advisers.
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A mentoring support scheme that will provide for women in the Royal Navy has had its launch at Devonport Naval Base.
Known as the Naval Servicewomen’s Network Mentoring Scheme, it is set to help women in the naval service by providing support and give advice as well as sharing knowledge, from others that have similar experiences. The scheme has been put together by Petty Officer Maggie Edwards, Commander Kara Chadwick, Lieutenant Mikaela Rees-Swindon and Leading Medical Assistant (LMA) Luena Thomas from HMS Vanguard. Luena said: “This is about spreading the word across the Naval Service, that there’s a mentoring scheme out there for Naval Service women. “A mentor can be anyone that has particular experience and is able to give advice to someone who lacks that experience. It’s about guiding people through to their goals and helping them achieve whatever they have a mind to do. With the correct mentoring and guidance, in a way which will help them accomplish the best they can possible do.” Organisers are keen to point out that everyone serving has experiences to share and are particularly in demand from those with less time served in the Naval Service. They ae currently putting together a database of mentors from across the Navy that will build a wealth of knowledge to share. “Difficulties vary, it could be something like having problems with a task book on ship or not understanding how a certain procedure with the
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divisional system works‚“ said Petty Officer Maggie Edwards. “We hope that people will sign up to be mentors and give their advice on how they overcame things during their career. I think it’s an absolute fantastic idea and something I would have used if it was available back when I was younger, during my earlier career.” Luena volunteered as a mentor because she thought her back story would interest others. Joining up into the Warfare branch she transferred initially to the medical service as a LMA, before qualifying to serve as a submariner. “I think I have a wealth of experience which
allows me to give advice and pass on my knowledge. I think this really starts in training and continues through your whole career. When I joined we didn’t have a network and were told what you needed to do or achieve, if you didn’t match up, that was it, but nowadays it’s all about coaching and guiding recruits. “My advice will always be, don’t be afraid to think you can’t achieve something, I’ve always put myself down a peg or two, but now I’ve come to realise that I can do anything I want, it’s all about that guidance and mentoring and getting that nudge in the right direction. And someone saying, you know what...you can do this.”
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learning so much, whether it is welding techniques, forming, pattern development or problemsolving. “Babcock and the college have supported me all the way through the competition process - they’ve given me lots of different opportunities to practice and develop the skills that I need. “I went into the regional competition thinking ‘let’s see what happens’, and now I’m going up to Birmingham NEC in November to compete at a national level!” For more information on the training options available at City College Plymouth visit cityplym. ac.uk, call 01752 305300 or visit the college Open Day onNovember 2, between 10am and 1pm.
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From more than three hundred UK BIDs, just nine projects have been shortlisted to receive the ‘BID Industry Favourite 2019’ award including a Plymouth Waterfront project. It’s now up to the public to choose the winner! The industry favourite award is new for the UK BID industry which celebrates the best of BID work across the country, decided by public vote. Plymouth Waterfront Partnership has already been shortlisted for Special Recognition from British BIDs for its efforts in reducing single-use plastics in partnership with local businesses and organisations including Environment Plymouth, Plymouth City Council, the National Marine Aquarium, the University of Plymouth and others during 2018. This partnership secured the ‘Plastic Free Plymouth Waterfront’ accolade from Surfers Against Sewage as a result of the commitments of businesses, community groups and schools to reduce their reliance on single-use plastic. This exceptional work was applauded as Plymouth Waterfront became the first city district in the UK to achieve the status and now the partnership work has been recognised for yet another national accolade. Cllr Pete Smith, Deputy Leader of Plymouth City Council and a Director of the Plymouth Waterfront Partnership said: “Plymouth City Council works together with partners to serve the best interests of our city and its communities. It’s great news that the city partnership that worked hard to secure the Plastic Free Plymouth Waterfront accolade is now being recognised within the national BIDs industry. I’ll be voting for Plymouth’s Waterfront and we’re keeping our fingers crossed that the public vote for Plymouth’s Waterfront too.” Plymouth Waterfront Partnership went on to further support the city’s efforts to reduce single-use plastic when the BID partnered with the National Marine Aquarium to put on last year’s Polar Bear Explorer trail. The trail is due to be repeated again this Christmas, this time adopting the theme of climate change. Sarah Gibson, Waterfront manager and chief executive of the Plymouth Waterfront Partnership said: “Plymouth Waterfront deserves this national recognition. For Plymouth Waterfront to be in the running for both a Special Recognition Award and the BID Industry Favourite 2019 Award is absolutely brilliant. It’s all down to the public vote so we need everyone who loves Plymouth Waterfront to vote now!” To cast a vote for Plymouth Waterfront, visit the British BIDs website awards page at: https://britishbids.info/services/national-bidawards. Voting closes on October 31.
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Rebekah Holden...painter and decorator apprentice
One of the Plymouth Waterfront Business Improvement District’s (BID) projects has been shortlisted for a national award within the UK BID Industry.
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In the painting and decorating category, Rebekah Holden, who is doing an apprenticeship with Eliza Tay’s all-female decorating team, will be representing the College and her employer in the final. Three Babcock apprentices, Rhys Jones, Connor Kent and Jake Plumley, will also be competing in the final - in the sheet metal work technology category. Rebekah Holden said: “It feels amazing to be selected for the UK WorldSkills painting and decorating final! I was shocked when I found out as I really didn’t think I’d get this far in the competition. “I’m currently in the final, third year of my apprenticeship and I’m really enjoying the experience of gaining professional work experience alongside studying at the college. “I decided to go into painting and decorating because I’m quite a creative and artistic person and I enjoy doing hands-on, practical work.” Rebekah’s lecturer at the college, Syd Dart, said: “She is very talented and has a lot of natural ability so we didn’t hesitate to enter her into the regional SkilBuild competition
earlier this year, where she scored one of the highest merits in the country, with an impressive score of 79.5%. “Rebekah is very composed, doesn’t let anything faze her and we’re really proud of what she’s achieved. “The work she produces is amazing - I believe she’s got a good chance of doing really well in the national final and may even be selected to compete in the next international WorldSkills Olympics.” Jake Plumley, who has just started the second year of a three-year fabricator apprenticeship with Babcock, said: “I competed in the regional contest and the score I achieved means I’m one of the lucky 12 from across the UK going through to the national sheet metal work technology final. “There are also two other City College and Babcock finalists competing in this category - Rhys and Connor; so we’re in a strong position, and very proud to represent our employer and the college in the final! “These competitions assess your individual capabilities and it’s a great opportunity to apply the knowledge and skills you gain at college and in the workplace in a competitive setting. “Getting through to the final really puts into perspective how much you do learn through an apprenticeship. I started my
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Four City College Plymouth apprentices have been selected for the national WorldSkills UK LIVE 2019 finals and are set to compete this November at the NEC in Birmingham.
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