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Firefighters from Plympton visited the children’s wards at Derriford Hospital on Christmas Eve to bring some festive cheer to young patients and staff who were working. It was a busy time for the children’s wards - with lots of visitors in the run up to Christmas. See story on page 6

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Council takes the reins on litter louts

Plymouth City Council is taking back control of the fight against litter louts.

Since March, Kingdom Services Group have worked in partnership with the council to deliver enforcement aimed at deterring littering, fly-tipping, fly-post and dog fouling and control.

In a move designed to allow a more flexible approach to keeping the city clean, this service will now be delivered in-house.

Sally Haydon, Cabinet Member for Customer Focus and Community Safety, said: “We have enjoyed a very good working relationship with Kingdom over the past nine months but we’re now keen to go our own way and focus on our own priorities.

“We as a council have full responsibility for cleaning our city, so it make sense both ethically and operationally that we take full responsibility for enforcement as well.

“We always had this break clause in the contract with Kingdom and we have parted amicably. I’d like to thank Kingdom for their professionalism and wish them well for the future.”

The council’s Corporate Plan sets out a clear aim to ensure that Plymouth is a green and pleasant city and entered a contract with Kingdom to enforce against a number of different environmental crimes, through Fixed Penalty Notices.

Data shows that a majority of Fixed Penalty Notices issued by Kingdom were for dropping cigarette butts in the city centre, and whilst it remains important to make sure that people know this is unacceptable and will be enforced against, the council wants to take a broader approach.

By having the enforcement facility inhouse, there will be more scope to move away from the city centre and target specific areas based on intelligence from other services. There will also be freedom to support targeted campaigns, similar to the current crackdown on dog fouling.

Councillor Haydon added: “Just because we are now enforcing ourselves, it doesn’t mean that those who blight our beautiful city with their irresponsible actions will get away with a slap on the wrist.

“Although our officers will be trained to interact and educate with residents more than in the past, environmental crimes will still incur Fixed Penalty Notices.”

The cost of FPNs are set by the government and will stay the same.

All of the revenue received will go into paying for the service, with surplus invested into infrastructure and equipment to help keep the city clean.

It is anticipated that Kingdom will continue to work with the Council until early 2019.

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Facelift for Ernesettle community centre

Happy with the facelift...two of the regular users of the centre

An Ernesettle community centre has been given a fresh lease of life - thanks to residents of Plymouth Community Homes.

Three residents who are taking part in Plymouth Community Homes Construction Skills Certification Scheme were given the chance to carry out work experience with Cornwall College at the Space Centre in Ernesettle.

The trio - Karl, Louise and Sarah - gave the centre, which is owned by Plymouth Community Homes, a complete makeover.

The learners painted the walls and Steve Maunder, of Cornwall College, said: woodwork - and would have worked on the “For a small team, they have achieved a lot.” courtyard but were hampered by bad weather.

Ernesettle resident Val Sneddon is a regular A special unveiling was held to show centre user of the centre. She said: “I’ve been using users the improvements. the Space Centre since the tea and toast café Union Street tenant Louise McGuigan was was set up. We do need other things in here one of the participants. as well, but all in good She has been doing time. I’m very impressed cleaning work, but is with what they’ve done. hoping the free skills I just hope it can be kept course can open up more clean.” opportunities for her.

Her friend Gwen She’s now hoping to go on Wengradt added: “The to do a health and safety revamp was overdue. It’s a course. lovely little hub here. It’s a She said: “I’d like really useful centre.” to look at doing more PCH communities construction work now. team manager Alice Louise, Karl and Sarah...carried This course has given me a Potter said: “This space out the work bit more variety.” is so important to the

community. Our tea and toast sessions have become legendary. This space was looking so tired. Thank you to the contractors who provided materials and time. Our Construction Skills Certificate courses are giving amazing opportunities to local residents and the community.”

Contractors Ian Williams helped out by painting and decorating the ceiling and Bell Group contributed materials.

Steve Edwards, Ian Williams contracts manager, said: “We’re delighted to be involved in this initiative. As a locally-based employer for over 30 years, it’s important that we contribute to the social wellbeing of everyone living in Plymouth.

"In doing this we can help to ensure that Plymouth remains an attractive place to live and work and provides learning opportunities for everyone.”

Labour Parlimentary candidate Charlotte Holloway

Call for action on city's health issues Labour's Parliamentary candidate for Plymouth Moor View has welcomed the £30 million funding for a new Urgent and Emergency Care Hub at Derriford Hospital - but has called for more money to address major health challenges in Plymouth.

Charlotte Holloway said: "To stop this new money being nothing more than a sticking plaster for the city’s wounds, we must now urgently address our other health challenges.

Derriford had a difficult CQC report in the summer and faces a structural deficit of millions.

"The dedicated staff there do a great job, but they need support. The Government must properly boost long term funding and invest in NHS staff.

"When I visited A&E with chief executive Ann James in August we spoke about Derriford’s bid for the money announced for the new facility and I’m absolutely thrilled

for the hospital team that they secured this.

Credit to the cross party political support across the city.

"Whilst the new funding is good for Derriford, I also want us to be realistic about the major challenges ahead for healthcare in our city."

She said there were six key priorities which need to be addressed to meet Plymouth's future needs. These were: • Reinstatement of nursing bursaries to deal with the shortage of 40,000 nurses across the UK. Too many considering a career in nursing are being put off.

• Staff retention. The good will of NHS staff which is holding things together in the face of low morale and difficult conditions. Putting up with public sector pay caps hasn’t helped.

• Greater effort to meeting cancer

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targets, an area Plymouth is falling behind on. More health funding is needed for Plymouth and she will campaign for a young person’s cancer fund.

Reducing waiting times.

The lack of smooth transition from hospital into social care. This causes blockages, meaning beds aren’t freed up as quickly as they could be, and stop people from getting home where they feel comfortable.

Urgent action to address the primary care crisis in Plymouth. GP leaders have given stark warnings that the system is on the brink of collapse.

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Caroline's incredible milestone

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Christmas comes early for Plymouth Samaritans

Christmas came early for Plymouth Samaritans - thanks to Co-op members!

A cheque for £4,380 from the Co-op Local Community Fund has been presented to the charity at Hoegate Street Co-op.

The Co-op Local Community Fund helps pay for local projects that their members care about. Every time a member shops at a Co-op one per cent of what they spend on selected own branded projects goes to help fund community projects where they live. Money is also raised from shopping bag sales.

The money will help Plymouth Samaritans to develop their outreach work within the local community, particularly work with schools and colleges.

Plymouth Samaritans director Janet Sherriff said: “I would like to thank Co-op members for their generous contribution to Plymouth Samaritans. Our job is made that much easier by generosity such as this. The donation will help us to do more work with local schools and colleges.”

Hoegate Street Co-op manager Kim Bickford said: “Its an absolute pleasure to have been able to support the Samaritans on this round of local causes and to understand more about how they work in the city. With the generosity of our members it’s fantastic to make a real difference in the local community.”

Derriford mother of two completes 100 marathons A Derriford mother of two has achieved a magnificent milestone completing more than 100 marathons to raise funds for the international animal welfare charity, The Donkey Sanctuary.

Caroline Williams, 49, started on her epic challenge four years ago and completed her 100th marathon in the shadow of the white cliffs of Dover at the end of November.

It was her 36th marathon in 2018 alone and since reaching 100 has gone on to complete two more in Milton Keynes and Walton-on-Thames.

Caroline's husband Neil has taken part with her in many of the marathons - encouraging and supporting her efforts.

However, she has had to endure searing summer temperatures that at times made her want to quit.

Caroline said: “What a journey this has been.

It has been four years in the making, but shows you can achieve anything if you put your mind to it. I have been through so many emotions, it has been exhausting and overwhelming, but to complete 100 marathons is such an amazing feeling.”

Caroline started running in 2010 after Neil had taken part in his first Plymouth Half Marathon. "I was often at home alone when Neil was training, so I decided I would have a go at taking part - even if it meant walking half the course."

Since then Caroline, who is a machine operator, has become a dedicated runner and when she heard about the 100 Marathon Club she decided to take up the challenge - and raise money for The Donkey Sanctuary at the same time.

She added: “I am so thankful for the support that I have received along the way, especially from my husband Neil, who is also a member of the 100 Marathon Club. All the hard work was worth it in the end, to complete the challenge and help the beloved donkeys.”

Caroline has always had a love of donkeys and chose to support The Donkey Sanctuary after hearing about the work of the charity from a friend.

Justin Wylie, head of fundraising at The Donkey Sanctuary said: “Caroline’s achievement is inspirational. To complete 100 marathons is truly incredible and it is simply wonderful that she has chosen to support The Donkey Sanctuary by doing so. Well done Caroline, we salute you!”

The Donkey Sanctuary works to transform the quality of life for donkeys, mules and people worldwide through greater understanding, collaboration and support, and by promoting lasting, mutually lifeenhancing relationships.

To help with Caroline’s fundraising please visit her ‘Just Giving’ page: www.justgiving. com/fundraising/caroline-williams56

Cameras help tackle anti social behaviour in Whitleigh Levels of anti-social behaviour have fallen in a city neighbourhood after CCTV cameras were installed.

Footage from the cameras around Whitleigh Green has been used by housing association Plymouth Community Homes (PCH) and the police to crack down on crime locally.

PCH and Plymouth City Council have jointly paid for the cameras, which were installed after requests from residents for them.

PCH housing officer Kristina Browning said: “We had a lot of issues at the rear of the shops with flytipping but we’ve managed to address these thanks to the CCTV. “The police have also viewed footage and solved some crimes because of it. Somebody

was making hoax 999 calls from the phone box on the green and they were caught after police viewed the footage.”

Councillor Sally Haydon, Plymouth City Council Cabinet Member for Customer Focus and Community Safety, said: “We are delivering on one of our key pledges to invest in more CCTV outside of the city centre.

“We know that CCTV is really valuable in helping to make our communities feel safer and we do not take issues of anti-social behaviour, such as making hoax calls, lightly in Plymouth. I am very pleased that this has been a success.”

Councillor Sally Haydon (Centre) with Plymouth Community Homes staff.

History Festival dates Dates for the 2019 Plymouth History Festival have been confirmed and next year’s event will run from May 4 to 31.

This will be the seventh year in a row that the festival has taken place with the aim of highlighting Plymouth’s diverse history and heritage.

Since it began in 2013 the festival has featured hundreds of events which have been attended by thousands of local residents and visitors.

From talks, guided walks and behind the scenes tours, to performances, family activities, exhibitions and displays – there’s always something for everyone on the jam packed programme. Entries for the festival programme are now open and can be submitted up to 6pm on January 31, 2019.

Celebrating Plymouth is always the central theme of the festival. For 2019, event providers are also being asked to consider the themes of ‘Empowerment’, ‘Journeys’ and ‘The Great Outdoors’. To submit an event send the title, date(s), start and finish times, venue address including a postcode, booking information, a contact number and/or email address and event description to museumevents@ plymouth.gov.uk.

For more information visit www. historyfestival2019.wordpress.com. You can also follow the festival on Facebook and Twitter using @plymhistoryfest

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Out and About Your guide to events in the local community and beyond

Teapot Making Workshop Jan 9 Flameworks Creative Arts Facility. Come and learn how to make teapots and a little bit about their history. In the first session, you’ll make vessels by hand, making the elements, the body, spout, lid and handles from a variety of clay bodies, and then put them all together to create your teapot with decorations. You will learn quick methods of making vessels, how to join them securely, and in the second session, you’ll learn how to decorate. Allow your imagination and creativity to create a piece that is not only functional, but playful, artistic, decorative and fun.

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Snow White Jan 12 William Sutton Hall, St Budeaux 2.30pm and 7pm. Western College Players Theatre Company are celebrating their 90th anniversary this season, so have some great productions coming up.

They are returning to their roots as a ‘community’ theatre group, performing their own unique style of pantomime with Snow White. It will have an emphasis on big laughs for all the family, and should help combat the January blues when all the Christmas decorations come down. It will be the fairest and funniest of the all, so you’d be Dopey to miss it! Call 01752 299938 or visit www.wcptheatrecompany.com for tickets and further information.

Plymouth Global Book Club Jan 16 Rolle Building 117, University of Plymouth 7pm to 8.30pm. The discussion will be on Poverty Safari.

Understanding the Anger of Britain’s Underclass

by Darren McGarvey (2017) People from deprived communities all around Britain feel misunderstood and unheard. Darren McGarvey aka Loki gives voice to their feelings and concerns, and the anger that is spilling over. Anger he says we will have to get used to, unless things change. He invites you to come on a safari of sorts. A Poverty Safari. But not the sort where the indigenous population is surveyed from a safe distance for a time, before the window on the community closes and everyone gradually forgets about it. Winner of the Orwell Prize 2018.

Pinocchio Jan 18 - 26 The Soapbox Children’s Theatre, Devonport Park.

A heart-warming tale about Giuseppe, a carpenter, who carves a puppet out of wood and names him Pinocchio. One night, a fairy comes to visit and hears Giuseppe wish that he came to life. She grants him his wish on the condition that Pinocchio is always good. Join Pinocchio and his friend, Grasshopper, as they meet unsavoury characters and get caught up in mischief. This is a wonderful adventure for the whole family, with beautiful puppets, fantastic storytelling and much more. Contact 07754 177678 for details.

Andy Eastwood Jan 25 Plymouth Athenaeum Andy’s act is an upbeat blend of dazzling instrumental artistry, foot-tapping songs and bright and breezy humour. He is considered one of the world’s foremost ukulele players and his tour schedule of major theatres and cabaret venues worldwide prompted The Stage to call him ‘the busiest man in showbusiness’.

Tickets are available: Online via the Barbican Theatre website (24 hours a day, 7 days a week) in person at the Barbican Theatre & The B-Bar or by telephone through the Box Office on 01752 267131.

The Chancel Burns Night 2019 Jan 25 Crowne Plaza, Armada Way. Your chance to dust off your dance shoes and dance the night away with the fabulous Ceilidh Band. Dress to impress, black tie optional. Tickets £49.95 including a four course dinner, a tot of whisky to toast the Haggis, a Military Piper, live band and dancing. Tickets available from 01752 226264.

Plymouth Area Police Choir Concert Jan 25 St Edward’s Church, Eggbuckland at 7.30pm. Tickets £5.

Feb 15 St Stephen’s Church, Saltash at 7.30pm. In aid of

Polar Bear Explorer Until March 3 Polar Bears need our help and they’re bringing an important message to Plymouth this winter. From now until March 3, a total of 20 Polar Bear cubs will be let loose across Plymouth’s Waterfront. The cubs will be hiding in Sutton Harbour, The Barbican, Hoe, Millbay and Royal William Yard. Each cub will have a Bear Fact with them, telling us about the Arctic and the oceans, how plastic is affecting their home and how we can all help. Your task is to become a Polar Bear Explorer and find each of the Polar Bear cubs with their Bear Facts. For more information and to download the Polar Bear Explorer brochure and map go to www.visitplymouth.co.uk British National Diving Cup 2019 Feb 1 - 3 Plymouth Life Centre Plymouth has a host of best of British divers, including multi Commonwealth and European Champion Jack Laugher, European Champions Grace Reid and Lois Toulson, and will also see the competition return of Olympic medallist Tom Daley. This event will be showcasing the best of Britain’s diving talent, as the focus is on for the Olympics in Tokyo in 2020. church funds. For tickets please contact Steven Hookaway on 07855600241. Tickets also available on the door.

Mum2Mum Market Jan 26 Harewood House, Plympton 10am to 12 noon Over 20 stalls packed with nearly new bargains for bumps, babies and children up to six years old. With top brands in great condition, get all you need for your little ones. From nursery equipment, pushchairs, baby/children’s clothes, toys, books (and everything in between)... all for a fraction of their high street prices, saving you a fortune! £2 on the door (free for kids) and FREE entry after 11.30am. If you would like to bring a friend to help carry your bargains, then why not download a 2 for 1 voucher at www.mum2mummarket. co.uk/2-for-1-voucher. There will be coffee/tea and yummy cakes available for a pit stop and a chance to catch your breath and catch up with your friends. Free car park and regular bus services.

Ecstatic Material Feb 7 KARST 22 George Street, Stonehouse Ecstatic Material is a newly commissioned dynamic sound sculpture by musician and producer Beatrice Dillon and visual artist Keith Harrison, which will expand and contract over back to back performances at venues across England. This live experiment with sound and substance will be conducted through a modular system made up of malleable plastics, coloured light and multi-channel audio which is constructed, choreographed and diffused by the artists into the performance space. Tour support comes from DJs Copper Sounds who spin copper dubplates, ceramic pots, and heavy icelandic rocks, using these materials to create a primitive and tactile form of turntablism. They will also lead a daytime workshop at each tour venue, where participants can design and cast their own playable wax 7 inch and take it home with them.

Details and tickets Tel: 01752 222676.

Silly Science & Water Powered Rockets Feb 9 The Barn, Kit Hill Crescent PL5 1EJ Organised by Dangerous Dads Plymouth for all Holocaust Cantata Jan 26 Buckfast Abbey. Brent Singers will be presenting their second performance of the Holocaust Cantata SHOAH written by Philip Arkwright, the former musical director. The performance is to raise money for the Holocaust Education Fund and choristers from the Abbey will be joining in. Tickets available from www. buckfast.org/boxoffice or on the door.

Story Stomp Feb 15 The Soapbox Children’s Theatre, Devonport Park.

Come for an adventure in the park, and then it’s back to The Soapbox for a craft session with the nature that you collected. This will be followed by an original storytelling performed by our resident story teller.

Contact 07754 177678 for details.

The Crucible Feb 19 to 23 The Tamaritans are staging Arthur Miller’s The Crucible

dads, granddads and male carers with children of all ages. Be a scientist and make a rocket for blast off. All equipment and materials supplied.

Free event from 1pm to 4pm. For more information contact Ian on 07731 795160 or visit www. dangerousdads.org.uk Rich Hall’s Hoedown Mar 23 Red House Theatre, Millbay Rich Hall’s critically acclaimed new show begins its second leg of touring. There has never been a better time to be an American comedian in the UK. Tickets from www.laughablecomedy.com Tamar Bridge 10k Mar 24 A new running event staged by the organisers of Britain’s Ocean City 10k and Britain’s Ocean City Half Marathon. A chance to make history by taking part in the first 10k challenge across the Tamar Bridge. The race starts at 8.30am at Kings Tamerton Community Centre and the route takes runners across the bridge and along a circular route around St Budeaux before finishing at Kings Tamerton Community Centre. Registration is now open at www.runplymouth.co.uk as their winter production. One of the greatest plays ever written, The Crucible will be performed at The Red House at Plymouth School of Creative Arts from February 19 to 23. Set in the round, the play directed by Richard Haighton - will bring the action, and Miller’s astonishing dialogue, even closer to the audience. Tickets available at 01752 291309 or at www. wegottickets.com and search for Tamaritans.

The Mermaid’s Magical Purse Mar 14 - Apr 6 The Soapbox Children’s Theatre, Devonport Park Pirate Captain Penelope and Bosun Bill set out across stormy seas looking for treasure, when they come across the Mermaid’s Purse. Inside the purse are enchanted pearls, which when cracked open, are full of rich stories beyond their wildest dreams, from all around the world; stories with unicorns, dragons, mermaids and giants. Join in the fun on this magical adventure of storytelling theatre with amazing puppets, delights and surprises along the way. Contact 07754 177678 for details.

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BOOK TROLLEY ROUNDS Royal Voluntary Library Service Derriford Hospital needs help for the book trolley ward rounds weekdays between 10 am - 12 noon. If you are interested in the service and can spare the time, please contact Pat Hamilton on Thursdays 9.30 am - 3.30 pm on 01752 430880 for further information.

SUPPORT WORKER The Candle Trust are looking for a support worker who understands the needs of people with autism, works in a person centred manner, can engage positively with service users, can undertake personal care, can be flexible with their shifts and has got at least a NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care. For more details, please ring Linda on 01752 212168 BODY REPAIR/PANEL BEATER/SPRAYER Westover Bodyworks is looking for someone to help part time with accident repair, dents, scratch removal and bodywork repair. Based in a busy workshop environment, you will be required to be adaptable to all accident and vehicle repairs; car and light commercial. Experience in car repair is preferable.

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Plans for a major new cycling and pedestrian route in the north of the city have been revealed.

Argyle stars bring joy to Derriford Hospital Plymouth Argyle players brought smiles to the faces of children and their families at Derriford Hospital when they walked in, armed with presents.

Players and backroom staff visit the children’s wards laden with gifts every year. This year they visited play areas on the children’s wards, the Teenage Cancer Trust breakout room and the children’s Emergency Department.

Together with Pilgrim Pete and Father Christmas, the players and staff spent the afternoon talking to children and their families and giving out jester hats, beanies, Lego, selection boxes, cars and other assorted goodies.

Manager Derek Adams said: “We’re delighted to come to Derriford Hospital again to visit the sick children, some of whom will be having to stay in over Christmas. So it’s about just bringing a wee bit of enjoyment and some Christmas presents to them. It’s nice to do that.”

Ryan Edwards, who was diagnosed with cancer earlier this year, met with teenagers also affected by cancer. He said: “I just want to say a huge thank you to Kerry and Lucy and the Teenage Cancer Trust. It was great to come back and see patients

who have been through similar to what I’ve been through.

"It’s great to see them getting stronger and getting through something which I know is very tough. I’ve been there myself so I’ll be there to support them and it’s great to see them up and well. I just want to say thanks from myself and from Plymouth Argyle.”

Players and staff from the city’s other top sports clubs - Plymouth Raiders and Plymouth Albion also visited the wards before Christmas.

Other groups included the Music Makers, who made their third visit to the wards, bringing special guests including Princess Ana and Elsa from Disney’s Frozen, Spiderman and Batman.

Meanwhile Staff at Capita Plc Money Centre delivered a fantastic selection of toys and gifts to the children’s wards. Donations from staff and friends of Capita will continue into the New Year to help purchase new items for the Activity Centre on Woodcock Ward.

Craig Wassall from Capita said: “We all wanted to provide a little Christmas spirit to the children’s wards and thought this would benefit those children who have to be in hospital over the Christmas period.”

Award for The Garden House The Garden House at Yelverton has been presented with a Chief Fire Officer’s Award in recognition of its support for a member of staff who is a retained firefighter.

on behalf of The Garden House team,” said Donna Wadham. “David is a crucial member of the gardening team here, but we have been able to demonstrate that it is also possible to enable him to also serve Station manager the wider community, by Simon Carey presented supporting his firefighting the certificate to Donna work. We hope this acts Wadham, general manager as an inspiration to other of The Garden House, who employers considering manages the property on supporting other on-call behalf of The Fortescue firefighters.”

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Simon Carey said: The certificate recognised “This certificate was the support provided by The presented as a thanks Garden House in releasing and appreciation to The a member of staff to Garden House for releasing undertake on-call firefighting David to undertake on call duties. David Milburn has firefighting duties - but been the garden foreman for also to thank David for 31 years and has been an on Donna Wadham, Simon Carey and everything he has done call fireman for all of that David Milburn over the last 31 years. We time, based at Yelverton fire hope others will follow this station. example and join our on-call firefighting team.”

Known as ‘one of the finest gardens in England’ The award is designed to highlight the The Garden House is located on the fringes importance of supporting on call firefighters in of Dartmoor and employs a team of 40 staff the local community and to attract more on-call and volunteers, who look after its 10 acres of firefighters. Anyone interested in becoming an exceptional gardens, shop and cafe. on-call firefighter should visit www.dwfire.org.uk/ “We are delighted to receive this certificate working-for-us/on-call-firefighters

The scheme will provide a completely off-road link between Southway and Plymbridge Woods.

Beginning at Pendeen Crescent, the route will run past Southway Shopping Centre, up to the George Junction and then along Plymbridge Road, all the way to Plymbridge Woods.

The improvements will serve Oakwood Primary School and also connect Southway to the many employers located off Plymbridge Road. New pedestrian crossings for Southway Drive are also in the plans.

A consultation period is now underway so that residents and businesses can feedback their views on the scheme.

Public consultation events on the project will be taking place at the George Park and Ride from 4pm to 7pm on January 8 and from 10am to 1pm on January 12.

Councillor Mark Coker, Cabinet member for Strategic Planning and Infrastructure, said: “These proposals represent another step forward in our plans to make walking and cycling a real option for people so that we are able to improve health, air quality, and congestion.”

Councillor Jeremy Goslin, Plymouth’s Walking and Cycling Champion, added: “This cross city project will provide a great route to some of the most beautiful parts of the city and I look forward to hearing the views of the public during the consultation.”

The new route is designed to join up with the existing popular route 27, which snakes through Plymbridge Woods and up to Dartmoor, and also the improvements made as part of the Derriford Transport Scheme.

To help make Plymbridge Road safer for pedestrians and cyclists, the proposals include a reduction in the speed limit to 30 mph. There have been 23 accidents on Plymbridge Road in the last five years, three of which have resulted in serious casualties.

Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents data shows that just a one mile-per-hour reduction in average speeds on faster urban roads can be expected to reduce accidents by three per cent.

The plans do involve the removal of some trees and vegetation, but replanting a range of native tree species, and giving people alternatives to driving will help ensure that the scheme is good news for the environment.

Cycling is becoming a more and more popular way of getting around Plymouth with Department for Transport statistics revealing a 56 per cent increase in the last seven years.

The majority of the funding for this project is being provided by the Growth Deal funding from the Department for Transport and also from Section 106 contributions.

Residents can find out more and tell Plymouth City Council what they think about the plans by visiting the website at www.plymouth.gov.uk/ southwaytoplymbridge

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Eggbuckland apprentice Nathan reaches finals of skills competition

A City College Plymouth joinery apprentice from Eggbuckland has fought off tough competition to be awarded Bronze at the prestigious national finals of the WorldSkills UK Competition.

Nathan Summerfield, 25, competed against other joiners from all over the UK in front of over 70,000 visitors at WorldSkills UK LIVE. The three-day event welcomed competitors from over 60 skill areas to go head-to-head for a chance to represent the UK in the International WorldSkills Competition.

Nathan said: “I can’t quite believe it but I am really happy to have been awarded bronze. There was a lot of competition and I just enjoyed being part of it so receiving an award was an unexpected bonus.

“Competitions like Skillbuild allow you to test out your knowledge and skills as well as meet people within the industry. It’s a good way to get your name out there and see what level other apprentices and students are working at. It was an overall great experience.”

Nathan’s tutor, John Bolt, said: “We are so proud of Nathan and his success at Skillbuild.

The college is a great supporter of skills competitions and encourages students to pit their skills against each other and students from other colleges in both regional and national competitions. Their achievements show the outstanding skills that our students develop while they study with us.”

Those interested in learning a new trade or exploring any of the apprenticeship opportunities available at City College Plymouth can find out more on the website - cityplym.ac.uk/events - or by calling 01752 305300.

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8 January 2019 The community of Ernesettle is leading the NSPCC’s flagship Together for Childhood programme with organisations across Plymouth working with local residents to develop and test ways to best protect children. Here the Together for Childhood team provide the first in a series of monthly updates on its work to keep children safe from sexual abuse.

The team have been bowled over by the level of support in the community since the launch of Together for Childhood in Ernesettle towards the end of last year.

Between then and now, the partnership has been welcomed by many different members of the community, keen to work together and start to explore what will work well for local children and their families.

NSPCC workers have been meeting plenty of local people and community leaders, attending Tea and Toast, SPACE Shot Youth Project, the parent and toddler group and community forum.

All have been opportunities for the community to feed into how projects within the programme will be shaped locally to prevent child sexual abuse from happening in the first place.

Listening to the views of the community and working closely with them is fundamental to ensuring Together for Childhood works for them. What works well will then be shared as best practice across the whole of the city.

The team want children to feel they can speak out about a worry or concern, in the knowledge that adults will act to keep them safe.

Young people at SPACE Shot Youth Project, through project work funded by People’s Health Trust’s Active Communities Fund, have been telling the team about places they feel safe in the community.

One idea they’ve had is to develop a logo that will help identify the areas in their community where they already feel safe,

Young and old alike in Ernesettle playing their part in Together for Childhood programme such as their youth centre, local schools or the Scout hut.

Director of Barefoot, Richard Marsh, has been involved in this work, alongside Debbie Burton from Plymouth City Council, considering at ways that the community can look out for each other.

It’s critical that the community takes responsibility to protect their children, with support from organisations that can help by providing information and advice. The young people have suggested building a trusted network of adults in the community, like the SPACE Shot Youth workers and local scout leaders, that that they feel comfortable talking to.

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Young people from SPACE Shot Youth Project have been feeding in their ideas to the Together for Childhood programme

It’s important that talking about feeling and being safe, in person and online become ordinary topics of conversation between children and adults.

Sometimes children won’t understand that what’s happening to them is abuse, especially if it’s taking place over the internet. They may be groomed, shown pornography or encouraged to watch or listen to sexual acts.

If communities can educate their children from a young age, in a simple way, about healthy and unhealthy relationships this can go a long way to breaking the silence around child sexual abuse.

The Together for Childhood team will be

looking at the best way professionals can support adults to feel confident normalising these conversations. Taking action as a community will keep the youngest members of society safe.

To find out more about Together for Childhood contact the NSPCC in Plymouth at Plymouth.Servicecentre@nspcc.org.uk or 01752 422577 or visit the NSPCC website.

Adults with a concern about the welfare of a child can contact the NSPCC’s helpline for advice and support on 0808 800 5000 or help@nspcc.org.uk Children can contact Childline on 0800 1111 or childline.org.uk 24/7, 365 days a year.

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Big-hearted Bridget is making every moment count When you have been diagnosed with a terminal illness every moment counts, so putting others before yourself and thinking how best you can help them in the time you have left, takes a very special person.

In just three weeks, fuelled by her passion to make a difference while she can, inspirational local woman Bridget Horrell has gone from receiving the devastating news of a terminal cancer diagnosis to fundraising for St Luke’s Hospice Plymouth by having her head shaved.

Bridget decided to bravely lose her locks for the local charity by having her head shaved at the Two Bridges pub in Saltash, where she worked as landlady for 13 years.

The generous customers there have already helped her raise £392.

It was following her diagnosis at Derriford Hospital that Bridget – who lives in Mainstone - was helped by the St Luke’s team based there, where they use their expertise to advise the doctors and nurses on end of life care for terminally ill patients. It was this team who liaised with the St Luke’s community team to ensure the seamless transition of Bridget’s care so that, in accordance with her wishes, she could be looked after by the charity’s specialist staff at home.

This bespoke care has included helping Bridget through pain management and symptom control so that she’s as comfortable as possible, supplying her with a wheelchair so she can more easily get around, and bringing in a new bed. St Luke’s has also been supporting Bridget’s family – the ‘best thing in her life’ – including her partner, Keith, whom she met at school.

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Carry on Christmas Bridget said: “Everything has happened very quickly since I was diagnosed, but I always thought, if something happened to me, I would want to be looked after by St Luke’s. They’re there for me and my family 24/7 when we need them and are helping us all the way. I could write a whole book about how amazing they are!

“My head shave has been my way of saying thank you and trying to help other people who need their compassionate care, too.”

St Luke’s specialist occupational therapist Shaen Milward said: “I was bowled over by Bridget when I met her. She’s so full of life and great fun to be around. Even though she’s really poorly, there’s a big part of her that’s about enjoying life and giving back as well. She really is a very special person who’s making every moment count in the time she has left.”

Every year, St Luke’s cares for over 3,500 patients at end of life and needs to raise at least £4million to provide this vital service across the community.

If you’d like to show your support and donate to Bridget’s fund, please visit the St Luke’s Facebook page.

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Special pamper treat in Crownhill for mums-to-be Two local mums joined forces to provide a special pampering session for mums-to-be in Crownhill.

Nicky Wooderson and Rosie Gilderthorp

that was making the women we work with miserable. The problem was that pregnant women never seemed to have enough time.

"Relaxation and looking after themselves Nicky Wooderson runs Blossoming Bumps always seemed to come last after a long list and Babies, providing a range of antenatal of 'must dos' including looking after everyone classes and post natal services, including and everything else. baby massage and parenting support, while Dr "We both believe passionately that in Rosie Gilderthorp runs group and individual order to enjoy hypnobirthing pregnancy, classes and birth and individual parenthood, psychological and to be the therapy for parent she pregnant wants to be, women and every mum new parents. needs to take They time to care organised an for herself. afternoon However, as of luxury at busy working Crownhill mums – with Family Centre six children to boost the between us mental health we know how of pregnant hard this can ladies in the be. So the idea area. for a Pregnancy Pamper Afternoon was born!"

Rosie, who is a clinical psychologist, said: The free two-hour event included input "Nicky and I got together a couple of months from a range of local businesses dedicated ago to try and solve a problem we had noticed to helping mums to feel good. As soon as mums- to-be entered the family centre they were greeted by luxury personalised goody bags.

The mums-to-be could choose from a series of activities each designed to help them relax and feel good. They were also able to take their pick from luxuries such as massage with N Baker therapies, aromatherapy from KM Health oils, aloe vera products from Yolanda Davey and festive food and drink including cakes from Plymstock Pantry.

Waterbabies, Turtletots, One Fit Mama, Jenny South Photography and Mandy Chapman from the local latch-on group were also there to show women how they can help them to feel good inside and out in 2019.

Quotes from women who attended the event: “A fantastic event, lots of useful information and knowledge! A very warm welcome. Generally a lovely event.”

“I fully enjoyed everything. Lovely event, very well organised” Rosie added: "Nicky and I both run businesses that are committed to helping women to feel empowered as they enter parenthood. We created this event as a way of making sure that the pregnant women of Plymouth started the festive period with self-care in mind so that they can enjoy this special time of year, and their lives. We aimed to take away all the pressures for a couple of hours and let them relax, refresh and recharge.

"As the event was received so positively by the mums-to-be we are planning bigger and better events for pregnant women and new mums in 2019."

Rosie's website can be found at www. mindbodyandbaby.net while Nicky's Facebook page is atwww.facebook.com/ nickywoodersonantenatalpractitioner/

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MPs join forces to save Barden factory

Council Leader Tudor Evans with Luke Pollard MP, Coun Ian Bowyer, Johnny Mercer MP and Gary Streeter MP

Plymouth's three MPs have joined forces to call for the Barden Corporation factory in the city to be kept open.

Barden's parent company announced earlier in the year that because of uncertainty over Brexit, it would close the Estover plant with the loss of 400 jobs.

MPs Luke Pollard, Johnny Mercer and Gary Streeter have united to send a joint message to the German owners of Barden calling for urgent talks to avoid the closure.

In discussions held in Westminster, the three MPs have agreed to work together to present a united front for the good of the

Fly-tipper fined after council investigation A fly-tipped bank statement has led a Plymouth man to a hefty fine.

The 20-year old dumped several household items on Drunken Bridge Lane in Plympton in October last year.

Plymouth Magistrates Court heard how the man had been living with his partner, step-brother and step-brother's partner at Merafield Road.

However, when the two couples decided to go their separate ways and move into different properties, the step-brother moved out first, leaving a number of bin liners for the man to get rid of.

Instead of disposing of the waste in a responsible manner, by taking it to household recycling centres at Chelson Meadow or Weston Mill, he dumped it on the verge along Drunken Bridge Hill.

A nearby resident found the rubbish, made up of food waste, dog and cat food pouches and toiletries, and was able to retrieve a bank statement addressed to the man’s stepbrother at Merafield Road.

Subsequent investigations by the Council identified the man as the person who had dumped the waste and he was issued with a fixed penalty notice which was not paid.

He was therefore summoned to court, and thanks to an early guilty plea, was ordered to pay a fine of £320, £400 costs and a £32 victim surcharge.

Councillor Sally Haydon, Cabinet member for Customer Focus and Community Safety, said: "This gentleman already had the waste in bags, only to dump it in the road. It would have taken him less than 30 minutes to drive to one of our facilities and dispose of it correctly.

"This moment of madness has cost him a serious amount of money and a criminal conviction. I'm glad that the court took an equally dim view of this as we do."

city in asking Barden’s owners to think again about the closure.

The company is currently consulting with its staff over the closure and plans to wind down the site over the next two years transferring work and equipment to other sites around the world.

Gary Streeter MP said: “Barden is part of the local economic landscape. We will move

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heaven and earth to prevent its closure.”

Luke Pollard MP said: “The campaign to keep Barden open just stepped up a gear with all the city’s MPs working together. Our message is simple: we are determined to keep Barden open and we will go the extra mile to defend jobs in Plymouth.”

Johnny Mercer MP said: “We will leave no stone unturned, including flying to Germany

in the new year, if necessary, to persuade the German owners of Barden to think again.”

The cross-party campaign follows meetings with Ministers in Westminster and Luke Pollard raising the issue in the House of Commons recently. Plymouth City Council Leader Coun Tudor Evans and Opposition Leader Coun Ian Bowyer are also supporting the campaign.

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Harry’s an inspiration, says charity boss The boss of a charity for special children has spoken of an inspirational local teenager who took part in this year's Team Rickshaw challenge for BBC Children in Need.

Friends and Families of Special Children is a local charity, based in Plymouth, and supports families who have children with disabilities and additional needs in the city and the surrounding areas, including Ivybridge, Tavistock and Liskeard.

This year’s BBC Children In Need Rickshaw Challenge Team included local teenager Harry Parker, a student at Hele's School in Plympton.

When Harry was just one year old he was diagnosed with quadraplegic Cerebral Palsy and Worster-Drought Syndrome which affects his facial muscles. Over the years he has had numerous operations to enable him to use his legs more easily. Harry can find speaking difficult so to communicate he uses a combination of speech, a tablet app and sign language to make sure he is understood.

Harry is very determined and wanted to take part in the Rickshaw Challenge to show the world that he can do anything.

Staff and students at Hele's School paid tribute to Harry's incredible achievement.

Harry joined Hele's in 2012 and has proved an inspiration ever since.

After completing a full suite of GCSEs the summer before last, Harry returned to the Sixth Form and is now in Year 13 studying A level Maths and Level 3 qualifications in Applied Science and Information Technology.

Heather Hollick, who was Harry’s teaching assistant for five years, summed up his positive mindset by saying: “In all the time at Hele’s, Harry has never, ever said ‘I can’t’.

Harry always gives 100% effort to whatever he applies himself to, demonstrating perseverance, resilience and a ‘can do’ attitude at all times. He lets no barrier stand in his way, has a wonderful sense of proportion and a good sense of humour.”

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Christine McNamara, Harry’s previous head of house, said: “Just the mere presence of Harry always helped everyone around him to push themselves, to tackle new challenges head on and to overcome difficulties”.

Harry’s enthusiasm in the classroom regularly carries into lunchtime where, according to Kairn Stone, director of Post-16, Harry can often be seen playing football, taking risks and pushing himself. “At Post 16, we have seen Harry grow into a strong and independent learner at every opportunity”, said Mr Stone.

Principal, Justine Mason, one of the many staff and students to climb aboard a static bike in the Post-16 Centre and clock up the miles to try to keep pace with Harry and his peers completing the Rickshaw Challenge, is full of admiration for Harry.

She said: "Everyone at Hele’s has been following our boy’s progress with great interest! We are so proud of Harry for his remarkable endeavour, for the money he has raised by putting his body and mind on the line for this gruelling challenge, but most of all for putting a smile on the faces of people the country over.”

“Harry has been a great role model for everyone in our school community for so long, and I’m thrilled that he is bringing so much joy and hope to people across the UK. He is such a positive ambassador for young people and, quite simply, a kind and beautiful soul.”

Friends and Families of Special Children has supported Harry and his family for many years through their various services and have been very excited to see him take part in the challenge. “We are so proud of Harry, he really is such an inspiration,” said Kay O’Shaughnessy, Chair of Trustees at the charity.

The charity's services include providing social and leisure activities for families to enjoy, that they might not otherwise get the chance to take part in such as surfing,

Harry gets into training for the Rickshaw challenge

swimming and bowling. Not only is access sometimes a concern for some families with children in wheelchairs, for example, but some families can find it very difficult to enjoy being out as a family because the public might not understand the complexities of having a child on the autistic spectrum.

The charity's activities are fully inclusive and allow families to have fun as a unit, but also with other families similar to theirs.

The activities are where the charity really started, but it has gone on to develop the Fun and Freedom Club, which is exclusively for young and sibling carers; a lending library to allow families to try out specialist equipment before they commit to a purchase themselves; a family support service through which parents and guardians can access support drop-ins, advice on funding and advice on what else is available to their families within the city.

“The charity has been around since the early 2000’s but it is still so important to them that as many people as possible know their name and know about the difference

they are making to so many local families.

They welcome any support that people would like to give them, whether they would like to spare some time to volunteer, would like to organise a fundraising event, or donate a raffle prize.

"Whatever it is, we love hearing from supporters!” said Hannah Whiting, lead Fundraiser.

At its recent meeting Plympton Community Council resolved to write a congratulatory letter to Harry and had a whip around among members to provide a donation to his Team Rickshaw efforts.

His Hele's fellow students also put out 'welcome home Harry' banners for his arrival back at school after his Team Rickshaw travels.

For more information about Friends and Families of Special Children and the services they provide and if they can help your family, or if you would like to support the charity in some way, please call 01752 204369.

(Story courtesy of www.PlymptonPodcast. org.uk and Hele's School)

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Appeal for skilled trades people to help disabled children A special school in Estover is appealing for help from skilled trades people to use their talents to make a big difference to the lives of young disabled children.

Each month, hundreds of children use the hydrotherapy pool at Cann Bridge Special School. Known as ‘Guy’s Pool’ it was made possible by a donation from the Special Families Trust some five years ago. It’s now showing signs of wear and it might mean the pool goes out of service.

So when founder of the Special Families Trust, Charmian Evans, heard of the plight of the pool, she put her thinking cap on.

“The Trust has been running many years and over time we have learned that the people of Plymouth have huge hearts” said Plympton resident Charmian. “We’ve raised money through their generosity and had work done by skilled tradespeople offering their services” And now the Trust, alongside Cann Bridge School, are looking for willing and kindhearted tradesmen or women who might donate a few hours of their time to get a few jobs done.

“The skylight over the pool needs improving and we are hoping to put in a stained glass one” said headmaster Michael Loveman. “It would be a lovely sensory addition for the children to see coloured lights as part of their hydrotherapy session.

“We’ve also got some plumbing issues, and a few tiles need putting back and the place needs a lick of paint. We’ve been offered some money but it won’t cover the work we need to do”.

Cann Bridge Special school looks after nearly 90 severely disabled children with complex needs. Michael Loveman added: “The pool is in full time use and children benefit hugely both physically and psychologically from it.”

Any workmen or women that feel they can contribute their time (and of course financial contributions would be welcome) will have their generosity recognised in a plaque at the school and they will, if they would be willing, be included in ongoing publicity about their help.

Please contact Charmian Evans: 01752 336945 or Michael Loveman on 01752 207909.

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Day in the life of a store detective The work of a store detective will be revealed at the monthly meeting of Moor's Edge U3A in January.

Guest speaker Julie Turner will give an insight into the role at the meeting, which starts at 2.30pm on January 10 at the Woolwell Centre.

Future meetings in 2019 will include a talk on family history by Graham Naylor on February 14 and a speaker from Jeremiah's Journey on March 14. The group's annual meeting will also take place on this date.

Moor’s Edge U3A group meet on the second Thursday of the month at the Woolwell Centre. People who are retired or semi-retired are welcome to attend.

They can attend twice as a visitor before needing to join.

During the last few weeks the Jazz and Music Group have been out and about, including visiting Plympton St Mary’s for the Poppy Appeal concert featuring the Plymouth Military Wives Choir.

Others went to St Andrew's and enjoyed two of Vivaldi’s Four Seasons and other music played by the London Concert Chamber Ensemble. On a return to the Plymouth Jazz Club at the Crownhill Royal British Legion, the group thoroughly enjoyed The Drat Pack who played swing and Latin numbers.

The Weekenders went to the Tamar View Garden Centre where they had lunch and an opportunity to shop and listen to the ‘Singing Reindeer’ at the Grotto.

The Singing for Fun Group were invited to perform Christmas Carols for the Woolwell Residents' lunch at the Woolwell Centre while the Wine Tasting Group chose fortified drinks to taste for their last gettogether before Christmas and took along a selection of festive nibbles to share.

The Darts Group returned to the Burrator and will be going back there again next month. The Photography for Fun Group reviewed some of their pictures taken at Shaugh Bridge and had to guess the words spelt out by a series of photographs that had been put together by the members.

There are too many interest groups to include everything in this report so why not visit our webpage http://u3asites. org.uk/moorsedge/home and Facebook page for more detailed information and see more about us plus photos and some video clips of our activities.

Moor View U3A look forward to welcoming visitors and new members in 2019.

City firms back Lady Astor statue appeal Some of the biggest firms in Plymouth have stepped up to support the Lady Astor Statue Appeal to see a statue raised to the first woman to take her seat in the Houses of Parliament.

Lady Astor was voted in by the people of the city in 1919 just one year after some women were given the vote and she continued to serve the city as MP for another 26 years.

The appeal has been launched to see her stand in Plymouth again - 100 years to the day since she was voted in by the men and, for the first time, women of the city.

Her passion for the city was legendary and although American by birth she was totally devoted to Britain’s Ocean City, considering herself a returning Pilgrim and descendent of those on the Mayflower who had left Britain for America so many years before.

Before her election Lady Astor said: “If ever I had to choose a constituency it would be the Sutton division. I love Plymouth, it reminds me so much of my home in America.

It reminds me of America and also makes me proud of my Cornish ancestry.”

Now the latest city business to donate £1,000 to the appeal is multi-award-winning Sponge UK, run by owner-founder Louise Pasterfield.

She said: “Sponge is delighted to support the Lady Astor Statue Appeal. As a fellow American calling Plymouth her home I believe that it’s the same pioneering spirit that saw Plymouth vote Nancy into parliament 100 years’ ago that today puts this city on the map as a digital innovation hub.

We’re proud to be part of that movement at Sponge.”

Another American-led city firm M-Subs run by Brett Phaneuf was one of the first businesses to make a £1,000 donation and buy their VIP ticket to the eventual unveiling on The Hoe. Dozens of other top businesses are also stepping up with their support including Bishop Fleming, Plymouth City Bus and others.

More donors have pledged their support: Jo Lines of Novahomes Lettings said: “A wonderful way to pay tribute to Lady Astor and to showcase Plymouth for taking the lead in change and giving women a voice. Proud to be a part of it and to show my support.

Catherine Rhys Stevens said: “We must remember and celebrate those who have the courage to stand up and fight for equality giving a voice to all members of society.”

Pam Buchan: “Lady Astor braved the biggest British boys club and stood her ground. She changed the face of parliament and for that she deserves commemoration.”

Donor Andy said: “First woman MP voted

in by Plymothians. I can't believe we don't already celebrate this historic achievement.

Let's do this.”

Comedienne and Plymothian Dawn French who donated £200 said: “Glad to support this great idea.”

Former Plymouth Sutton MP Alison Raynsford said: “Nancy Astor was a woman of her age, she nevertheless was a pioneer and changed the face of Parliament empowering women to follow in her footsteps.

“I was privileged to have been one of those women. This statue is important not just for Plymouth but nationally.”

Elaine Dalton-Fyfe said: “Women are still not represented equally for their achievements, this will make a huge difference and is vital to this cities history.

We need more people to back this important project.

Katherine Bourke from South West Growth Service said: “The main dangers in this life are the people who want to change everything... or nothing." Here's to the woman who changed so much for so many by taking up her seat in Parliament.”

To donate and for more information go to www.ladyastorstatue100.co.uk www.facebook.com/ladyastorstatue Twitter: @ladyastorstatue

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The Gold Dust Appeal raised a staggering £125,000 to refurbish the Level 12 concourse and Children’s Wards. The appeal was launched in late 2015 and was supported by people from around the community.

Thanks to the dedication and generosity of supporters; Gold Dust hit its target ahead of plan.

Individuals, businesses and community groups from across the area showed fantastic support for the Gold Dust Appeal. They were invited into the hospital recently to see the difference they have made.

Before The concourse and wards have been transformed, creating a colourful, welcoming area for children and young people at Derriford Hospital. The theme for the Gold Dust project was ‘bringing the outside in’.

“The Gold Dust Appeal has meant we have completely refurbished our children’s areas.” said Anita Dykes, Matron for Children’s Services. “We have done it by involving young people and asking their views about what they want in their area of the hospital.

“We listened to them and it became obvious that when they’re in After the hospital the thing they miss most is the outdoors and being outside.

“Working with a local design company, Bluestone 360, we used the areas of outstanding natural beauty surrounding Plymouth and the beauty of nature generally as our inspiration and as our starting point.”

The bland, clinical looking corridor has now been transformed into a bright welcoming area with lots of colour, fun images and child friendly way-finding. Whichever way patients arrive on level 12, they are welcomed

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On the wards, the theme continues, providing a more comfortable, relaxed environment for patients and their families.

Fifteen year old Poppy Lee Rodgers spends a lot of time in hospital having treatment for cystic fibrosis and type 1 diabetes.

“Out of every 12 weeks, Poppy spends three and half in hospital having intravenous medicine and intense physio,” said Poppy’s mum, Kirsty Burgess.

“The change is unbelievable. The wards are now bright, welcoming, fun and less intimidating. It feels more like a bedroom for Poppy than being in hospital.”

In the waiting area, there is a ‘magic mirror’ games console which projects interactive images and games and there is also a mobile unit which can be used in patients rooms to ensure that less mobile patients don’t miss out on the fun.

Along with the magic mirror, there is also a ‘magic carpet’ in the concourse leading to the Children’s Wards which has over 500 games to choose from.

“Before I would hear children moaning as their parents led them to their appointments in the hospital,” said Anita.

“Now I hear them begging their parents not to leave, because they just want to play with the interactive technology a little bit longer. If anything sums up the difference Gold Dust has made, it’s that.

“Our ward for older children and teenagers is different from our play room and areas for younger children – but there is a theme which runs through.

“We now have 90 interactive games children can play from their beds and we hope you will agree that level 12 of Derriford Hospital now looks more like a children’s hospital – modern, colourful, fun and in places, a bit cheeky and funny. That’s what our younger patients told us they wanted.

“None of this would be possible, however, without the support of so many people – from our donors and individual supporters, to those people behind the scenes such as our fundraiser and communications team. There was so much warm support for the Appeal and it was a great feeling when we reached and then exceeded our target.

“To everyone who skydived, ran, baked cakes, sold toys or put a pound in the collection tin – a massive thank you. We hope that you can see today the real difference that you’ve helped make.”

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Lions Club honour local members of the community Plymouth Lions Club have presented special awards to five local people as part of celebrations to mark 100 years of Lions Club International.

An Outstanding Achievement Award was presented by Lion President Graham Hyde to Hilary Knight for her unwavering help at the Shekinah Mission in feeding and attending to the needs of the homeless of Plymouth.

Before retiring Hillary was deputy headmistress of a special school in Plymouth and on retirement turned her attention to the homeless, by assisting with the preparation of meals at the Shekinah Mission which she has now been doing for more than 10 years.

Hillary is also a stalwart of the regular soup runs throughout the city and coordinates all the various charitable organisations that keep this service going day after day.

Centennial Certificates of Appreciation were also presented by Lion President Graham Hyde to Alan and Maureen Stockdale for their unstinting efforts in managing and supporting the Plymouth Special Olympics Team and Irene Wills for her services to the Pisces Swimming Club and to the wider community in Plymouth.

Meanwhile Lion Philip Barnicoat presented a Centennial Certificate of Appreciation to Mark Vidler for his efforts and community spirit at Devonport Park and surrounding community.

The Special Olympics Plymouth club has successfully entered a growing number of athletes to the Special Olympic Games in 2013, 2015 and 2017 with an ever increasing success rate and intend to enter a team for the 2019 Special

New service launched in city to help people recover at home More people will be helped to stay at home safely and recover from illnesses and injury thanks to a new service that has started in Plymouth.

An average of 150 people a week will benefit from Plymouth’s new Independence@Home service, run by Plymouth City Council with support from Livewell South West.

The service is designed to help people leaving hospital who need short term care and support in the community for up to six weeks.

It is hoped that the service will ease pressure on the hospital, reducing the backlog of patients who are fit to leave hospital but have to stay because of a lack of appropriate care or support at home.

Plymouth City Council stepped into run the service, which had been due to be run by another provider, until they withdrew from the procurement process last month.

Under the service, people who are discharged from hospital will get an assessment in their home within two hours.

A care and support plan is put together to ensure a speedy recovery and staff work with clients to see what they need to help them to regain their confidence and abilities after a hospital stay.

It could be extra support to wash, help with the cooking or aids to help them become more mobile.

Earlier this year, the council set out its intentions for the Plymouth Health and Wellbeing System up to 2020: • Improve health and wellbeing outcomes for the local population • Reduce inequalities in health and wellbeing of the local population • Improve people’s experience of care • Improve the sustainability of our health and wellbeing system

@PlymChronicle Mark with his award presented by Phil Barnicoat

Hillary Wright with President Graham Hyde

Olympics World Summer Games in Abu Dubai.

The club provides opportunities for all people with learning disabilities so that they can develop skills and confidence and overcome the barriers that they face in mainstream life.

Although all of their athletes have learning disabilities, they all come from different walks of life and have varying levels of ability. The occurrence of learning disability knows no boundaries.

It cuts across the lines of racial, ethnic, educational, social and economic background.

For every athlete who has been given the opportunity, Special Olympics helps people with learning disabilities participate as productive and valued members of society.

The aim of the Pisces Swimming Club is to provide a friendly and safe environment where the members, together with their families and carers, can swim in comfort and privacy and provide the opportunity for members to attend galas held at various locations around the country.

Sessions are also held most Sundays in the year and the venue has an extensive set of facilities THE

Experience We celebrate His birth at Christmas and every January we at Cross Rhythms endeavour to start this column off with a focus on the Person of Jesus Christ. Both divine and human, Jesus is the cornerstone and foundation of the Christian faith.

Alan and Maureen Stockdale with President Graham Hyde

Irene Wills receiving her award

to enable members to enjoy each session to the full, including wheelchair access to the poolside, disabled toilets, flotation aids and a range of equipment to enable easy and safe access from the poolside to the pool.

Irene has previously been awarded the British Empire Medal for her work as chairwoman of War Widows' Association of Great Britain.

Devonport Park also known as ‘The People’s Park’ is a beautiful Victorian park, in use as such since the mid-1800s. Mark Vidler has a willing

spirit, he is quickly and actively involved with anything in and around the community assisting in any way he can at fayres and community gatherings at both Devonport and Victoria Park.

The Lions Club of Plymouth always welcome new members, should you feel you would like to become involved in raising funds for the Local Community and National/International disasters, please contact the membership secretary, Lion Lionel Marsh on 01752 345623 email: lionel. marsh@btinternet.com

Madman, liar or somebody to be taken seriously - who is Jesus Christ?

we call the incarnation - quite literally, Heaven invaded Earth.

But who is Jesus to you and me?

According to Pew Research Agency, as of 2010 A couple of hundred years ago, Napoleon there were 2.2 billion Christians around the world, Bonaparte had this to say: “I know men and I tell or about one-in-three (31%) people worldwide. you that Jesus Christ is no mere man - Alexander, This makes Christianity the world’s largest Caesar, Charlemagne, and I have founded empires religion. The world‘s Christian population is - upon force. Jesus Christ founded His empire expected to grow to 2.9 billion by 2050. upon love; and at this hour millions of men would Christendom, or structured Christianity in the die for Him.” West, is challenged as it endeavours to adapt In 1926 Dr James Francis wrote the following: to social changes since World War 2, but global “Here is a man who was born in an obscure Christianity continues to grow. village, the child of a peasant woman. He grew up According to ancient scripture (the Bible); in another village. He worked in a carpenter shop historic tradition; history itself and the belief of until He was thirty. Then for three years He was an orthodox biblical Christianity itinerant preacher. through the ages, Jesus Christ is “He never owned a home. He the focus of global Christianity.

Ian Pilkington never wrote a book. He never held Christ lives in the heart and an office. He never had a family. He experience of those who believe never went to college. He never put who He is with lives confirmed by His foot inside a big city. He never the Holy Spirit. travelled two hundred miles from the C.S. Lewis wrote that there are place He was born. He never did one only three options of opinion of the things that usually accompany open to us when we consider greatness. He had no credentials but the claims Jesus makes about Himself... himself: madman, liar or Son of “While still a young man, the tide God... of popular opinion turned against For Christians, Jesus is the him. His friends ran away. One of one and only Son of God, He has them denied Him. He was turned existed with the Father and the over to His enemies. He went through the mockery Holy Spirit for all eternity, and He came to earth of a trial. He was nailed upon a cross between as a man 2,000 years ago in the mysterious act

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two thieves. While He was dying His executioners gambled for the only piece of property He had on earth - His coat. When He was dead, He was laid in a borrowed grave through the pity of a friend.

Nineteen long centuries have come and gone, and today He is a centrepiece of the human race and leader of the column of progress.

I am far within the mark when I say that all the armies that ever marched, all the navies that were ever built; all the parliaments that ever sat and all the kings that ever reigned, put together, have not affected the life of man upon this earth as powerfully as has that one solitary life.”

The foundation of the Christian faith is that Jesus Christ has existed for all time and beyond time. He created us and the world we live in.

‘Gentle Jesus meek and mild,’ He may be, but He is also ‘tougher than hell,’ and he defeated death, rising again to life to empower men, women and children with grace to carry on where he left off.

He enables us to defeat fear with love in the power of His Holy Spirit. He sits now, ‘the lamb Who was slain‚‘ on a throne beside his Father‘s in heaven and his Father has given Him charge of everything that He has reclaimed with His own life. He has promised He will one day return to bring His peace and the rule of righteous Love in the world. Prophetic scripture confirms this.

This is who Jesus is, for me, and I believe it‚‘s who the Bible says He is... what about you?

From all at Cross Rhythms, have a powerful and influential 2019, especially in these challenging times.

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Former Ofsted inspector is temporary chief at City College City College Plymouth has appointed former Ofsted inspector Penny Wycherley as interim principal and chief executive. She will assist in the recruitment of a permanent principal in 2019 following the resignation of Garry Phillips in November.

Penny, who is also former principal of Waltham Forest College, brings a wealth of senior management experience and knowledge of the further education sector.

Penny started her working career in the NHS where she spent ten years combining high-level management roles with bringing up her young children. After having her third child, and wanting to spend more time with her family, Penny and her husband started their own business buying up failing businesses and turning them around.

Yearning for another challenge, an opportunity arose for her to teach on the Access to Higher Education Programme at Chichester College.

Within three years she was running a large access and basic skills provision and then moved to become Director of Curriculum at this large and successful College Fast-forwarding to 2001, Penny added to her remit by becoming an Ofsted inspector and in 2006 became Principal of the troubled South Kent College.

She moved from this to specialising in quality and financial improvement in

a wide range of education settings. In 2011 she became interim principal at Great Yarmouth College where, in just three and a half years, she led its move from a grade four ‘inadequate’ and financially weak college to a grade two ‘good’ college.

Since retiring from Great Yarmouth in 2014, Penny has continued to specialise as an interim principal at Waltham Forest College in Walthamstow, London.

When Penny joined the college in 2015 it was graded poorly in both quality and finances, however it moved to good financial health and quality.

At the recent annual Association of Colleges Conference, Ofsted’s Chief Inspector, Amanda Spielman praised Waltham Forest College for its 'notable improvement in performance' during Penny’s leadership.

Penny said: “I am delighted to be joining City College Plymouth, one of England’s successful and important colleges. I believe that colleges serve their communities and City College Plymouth does this well.

“I am very much looking forward to working with its talented students and dedicated staff and governors to further develop the college’s services to the community.

“The college’s success rates are excellent and it’s clear that students come to the college because they know they will succeed and create the future for all of us.

“It’s an exciting time for the college with so many opportunities for it to serve and develop. Although there is much publicity about the challenges

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that staff in further education colleges face, including City College, the staff do amazing work in educating and training millions of young people and adults.

Why make a will?

I have often heard people say “what’s the point in making a Will, my next of kin will get everything when I die”.

However the problem with this common misconception is that unfortunately that may not be the case.

If you don’t have a Will then the law sets out what happens to your possessions, money and property under the rules of intestacy – and you might not like the result of this.

Statistics show that over half of the adults in the UK die without having made a Will.

So what could happen if you don’t have a Will?

Firstly, your estate could be

divided up between relatives you might not want to benefit.

Secondly, these relatives could be further down the family tree so that you might never have heard of them, let alone want them to receive a share of your hard earned money.

Making a Will also has added benefits, it can be used to set out your funeral wishes, appoint guardians for your children and help reduce inheritance tax if your total estate is worth over the inheritance tax threshold.

A Will can also shield your home from care home fees.

I understand that making a Will often worries people and sometimes people feel that it is

At City College Plymouth, the financial challenges are being addressed and the College is working hard to ensure that any losses from the current workforce

“tempting fate” in some way. However, a Will is simply a document which sets out how you want your possessions, money and property to be divided and between whom.

There is nothing worrying about that. I for one would rather have a say in who received my hard earned money, than for it to be left up to the rules of intestacy, which could see my estate passing to a distant relative or relatives I don’t even know.

Once you have made the decision to make a Will, it is essential that you receive the right advice.

Whilst many Will writing companies can often be seen as the cheaper option in the short term, they may sell you services which you don’t need thus costing you more money in

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reforms and consultation process are kept to the absolute minimum.”

As part of her role leading the college, Penny will be supporting the process of recruiting the permanent principal and CEO early in 2019.

City College Plymouth chair of Governors, Pauline Odulinski, said: “The governing body is keen to ensure it is ‘business as usual’. It’s essential that we continue the outstanding teaching and learning we provide for our students and that stakeholders are assured that the college has a bright future.

“Penny will bring a great deal of knowledge and experience to the senior leadership team and support us in the recruitment for the permanent post of Principal and CEO. I am very much looking forward to working with her.”

Commenting on why she has taken on the role at the college, Penny said: “I retired last March but working with the team at City College Plymouth attracted me back. I know that the college is highly regarded by its stakeholders and is most definitely an essential and valuable part of the fabric of this wonderful city.

“I am looking forward to being a part of the success of this thriving College with its outstanding work with young people and adults.”

Penny has five children and currently three grandchildren - all of her children benefited from studying in further education. In her spare time, she is a passionate gardener, historian and student of the world today.

the long term or, they might not be able to provide the bespoke service which an experienced lawyer would be able to provide.

At the end of the day, wouldn’t you prefer to leave your family secure in the knowledge that you have made a Will setting out exactly what you wanted rather than it being left to chance?

If you would like to discuss making a Will in more detail, please contact Catherine English at Howard and Over Solicitors on 01752 556606 or by email at Catherine.english@howard-over. co.uk

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Judges seeking out penguins!

Plymouth’s city centre retailers pulled out all the stops this Christmas with outstandingly creative window displays to welcome 20 life size LEGO brick penguins to the city.

The LEGO brick trail was a brand new event for Christmas launched at the beginning of December. As the trail has already been so successful, the team have extended the finishing date to January 7, giving families more time to take part. The closing date for all entries to be submitted is January 14.

One of the penguins at Cathy’s Flowers

Nineteen Rockhopper penguins and one Emperor penguin have been hidden in stores across the city centre and families are encouraged to find the names of all 20 to enter a competition to win some great prizes.

The participating retailers were also given the chance to win big, with a prize of £150 to spend at The Treasury for the best window display. Holly Reynolds, marketing manager of Plymouth City Centre Company and Sara Tapp from Plymouth City Council’s marketing team were joined by Mrs Hanson and six children from Pilgrim Primary School to judge the best display.

Holly said: “We have had such a great time judging the best dressed window display and it’s been a real pleasure to have the help from school children of Pilgrim Primary School and to see them enjoying the trail. It was great to see many other school groups across the city centre joining in the trail too.

“We all came to the decision that the most deserving winner is Michael Spiers, whose penguin was appropriately decorated in pearls and jewels."

The trail cards can be collected from participating retailers, libraries or the Tourist Information Centre, or downloaded from visitplymouth.co.uk.

Women march in centenary celebration Women from across the city took part in a march to celebrate the centenary of some women being given the opportunity to vote for the first time in the UK. The 100 Metre March, each metre representing a year of women being able to cast a ballot, involved women from politics, business, academia and charities. It was followed by a short gathering at Elliott Terrace to speak with others about the value of women using their vote, supporting the Electoral Commission’s #Vote100 campaign.

Councillor Sue Dann, Cabinet Member for Environment and Street Scene, she said: “100 years ago today millions of women voted in a general election for the first time. Not every woman mind, only those over 30 and those with property, but still, this was a huge step and something that opened up opportunities for all of us here.

"We are here not only to celebrate the amazing achievements of women in this city, but to encourage more women of all ages to take part in democracy and use their right to vote.”

Centenary celebrations will continue over the next year, with other key democratic moments being marked.

a doctor in Belgium, she recruited suffrage women from North Hill for war work. She also started the first women’s Soroptimists group in Plymouth.

Jacquetta Marshall, born in 1878, who became Plymouth’s first Lord Mayor. Malvina Henrietta Julia Borchardt, Headmistress of Devonport High School for Girls in the 1880s. She later opened a hostel for women students in London.

Alison Vickers, Garland art teacher, lecturer and writer who sat on the Executive Committee of the Union of Practical Suffragists. She was the first woman to address the Indian National Congress in 1899 and was part of the Forward Suffrage Union deputation to Asquith and Lloyd George.

Selina Frances Latimer, President of the Devon Union of the Women’s Liberal Association and involved with the custody and care of female prisoners at Plymouth Police Station.

Beatrice Mary Crowe, broadcaster, lecturer and manufacturer active in the suffrage movement before the First World War, and a member of the Conservative and Unionist Women's Franchise Association. During the First World War she was a nurse – but also set up a Ladies Rifle Club here.

She was one of the first women in the local police force.

Suffrage plaque unveiled outside College of Art Almost 100 years to the day since women voted in a General Election for the first time (December 14, 1918), a new blue plaque highlighting the location of two venues linked to the women's suffrage movement of the early 1900s has been unveiled outside Plymouth College of Art. It's one of a number of new plaques set to be unveiled by the City Council before Christmas and can be found on a custom-made concrete plinth outside the main entrance to the college on Tavistock Place.

The plaque commemorates the Maud Slater

Michael Spiers won best dressed window display, for a penguin decorated in pearls and jewels

Suffrage in Plymouth Many know about Plymouth’s strong links to women’s democracy, mostly famously for Nancy Astor, the first female MP to take her seat in parliament, being elected in the city.

But Suffragettes also campaigned heavily in the city. In 1913 they even planted a bomb at foot of Smeaton's Tower with ‘Votes for women, death in ten minutes’ painted on the bomb.

Suffragettes also cut telephone lines and painted graffiti on the Hoe in a demonstration against Winston Churchill, then First Lord of the Admiralty, coming to inspect the fleet in Plymouth Sound.

Emmeline Pankhurst was arrested in Plymouth Sound aboard the Majestic cruise liner and taken to Exeter prison. 5,000 Suffragettes from across the country had gathered at the dockyard to welcome her return, some of whom boarded a tug to try and assist Mrs Pankhurst. Police used battleships to evade the tug.

Here's just a few Plymouth women who made their mark in history: Dr Mabel Leida Ramsay, secretary of the Three Towns and District Branch of the National Union of Women’s Suffrage Societies. As well as serving as

Shorthand and Typing School which was situated at Clarence Chambers, 107 Tavistock Road from 1910-1918, and a former Suffragette Shop which stood more or less opposite at 8 Tavistock Road from 1913-1914.

The bottom end of Tavistock Road no longer exists, its route now crossed by present day Charles Street and built over by Drake Circus.

Maud Slater's Shorthand and Typing School was a meeting place for local suffragists as well as a recruitment centre for women's war work.

Propaganda and suffrage literature were created and given out at the school. Meetings and fundraising activities were also held there.

From 1912 to 1914, Slater was joined in her suffrage work by the Reverend Hatty Baker, a pioneer female preacher who was a strong supporter of 'Votes for Women' and who would go on to campaign for the ordination of women.

The Suffragette Shop was located across the road from the Typing School.

As well as being a place where women could purchase literature, postcards and the tricolour ribbons the suffragettes came to be recognised for, it was also used a contact point for supporters of the suffragette leader Emmeline Pankhurst when she was arrested in Plymouth on December 4, 1913.

Deputy Leader, Councillor Peter Smith said: "With the centenary of votes for women this year and the recent anniversary marking 100 years since women could stand as MPs. this is a

really timely plaque to unveil.

Plymouth has a really interesting but often little-known story connecting it to the suffrage movement. We hope this, and some of the other plaques we'll be unveiling before the end of the year, will highlight it and some of the key characters involved more."

In preparation for the unveiling of the plaque, Foundation Diploma in Art & Design students from Plymouth College of Art learned about the history of female politicians in Plymouth.

They were also visited by Councillor Margaret Corvid to hear more about what it means to be a female politician in the city today and debate the importance of women being granted the vote.

Nineteen-year-old student Tigi CampbellCombe said: "After finding out about the history of women in politics in Plymouth, we learned a lot from Councillor Margaret Corvid's visit. She brings a new perspective. As a group we decided that we want to be role models for the next generation of young women and not to stay quiet about the things we care about."

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£2,000 raised for local cardiac rehab service

A team of local people have taken part in a series of events to help raise funds for their cardiac rehabilitation service at YMCA Plymouth. The group has raised more than £2000 in that two months to support the service, which the majority attend each week.

With help from cardiac instructor Suzanne Sanderson, the team recently took part in a series of fundraisers that included the Plymouth 10K, a badminton tournament as well as supporting a Quiz Night in aid of the cause. Suzanne said: “I’m really proud of the huge efforts by everyone who got involved to help support our service. We’re so thankful to them and their family and friends who donated and sponsored.”

The funds raised will help the YMCA train another member of staff to help deliver the cardiac sessions; something the charity says is vital to maintaining its quality of service and future sustainability. Managing director Andrew Robertson said: “Due to government cutbacks in the last few years, our medical fitness programmes have been ever more squeezed for resources - so fundraising efforts like this are a big help for us, and I’d like to thank everyone who’s supported us.”

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YMCA Plymouth’s cardiac rehabilitation programme is led by certified instructors and is suitable for anyone living with a stable cardio vascular disease and pulmonary condition. The sessions run three days a week at the YMCA site on Honicknowle Lane and are also applicable for anyone post-recovery who wants to keep up a healthy lifestyle in a fun and social environment.

Neil Clarke, who has attended the club for 12 years and ran the Plymouth 10K to support the service said: “This club has really helped me improve my health, but it’s much more than just that; the mental benefit we get from coming here is probably even more important. As a group we’re able to support each other and have a laugh with others that have had similar experiences. Giving back to the club is just a natural part of being part of something that has been of huge benefit to me in a lot of ways.”

Another fundraiser and member of the club Mike Squire said: The staff are what make these sessions special and keep me coming back so we’re glad to help give back.”

To find out more about YMCA Plymouth’s cardiac rehab and medical fitness programmes visit ymcaplymouth.org.uk/ fitness or call 01752 201918

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Community groups boosted by Mayflower 400 grants Thirteen proved lucky for some as the first round of Mayflower 400 Community Sparks bursaries were confirmed.

From choral works to quilts and town criers to tea dances, 13 Plymouth projects have been awarded bursaries in the first round of funding from ‘Mayflower 400 Community Sparks’.

The scheme supports grass-roots community, arts and cultural activity with small bursaries of up to £3,000 – or £5,000 in exceptional circumstances.

Funding is available for projects that can be delivered by November 2020 – particularly those with a link to the Mayflower 400 themes of imagination, humanity, freedom and futures.

Councillor Peter Smith, Deputy Leader of Plymouth City Council said: “This is an initiative that will really give community groups the chance to make their mark during our Mayflower commemorations. I’m looking forward to seeing and experiencing the end results of all thirteen, as well as the other projects that will get the green light in future funding rounds.” A grant of £4,000 has been awarded to North Prospect Community Choir to produce a new celebratory choral work exploring the theme, Sounds of the Ocean City. This funding will give the choir the opportunity to work with composer Adrian Hull to produce new music for their adult choir and Mayflower Community Academy’s children’s chorus. £4,000 goes to Low Profile for a living artwork called ‘You Have Arrived’. The large-scale horticultural message will be realised in plants and flowers and will become a new landmark for Stonehouse/Millbay.

£4,000 goes to the Joyce’s Quilt Women’s Group for a unique quilting project called ‘Pilgrim Mothers – A New World’. The project will be launched on International Women’s Day in 2019 and will work with women’s groups around the city.

Participants will design and sew squares that explore how life could have been different if women had taken the lead instead of the Pilgrim Fathers when they landed on the shores of Massachusetts. £3,000 will finance The Mayflower Morris Muster in 2020, which will see a dozen Morris sides from across the UK, the Netherlands and the US dancing at various venues in Plymouth to celebrate the history and diversity of this unique style of dance.

Plymouth Cruise Ship Volunteers have received £3,000 to give the Welcome Caravan at Millbay Docks a much-needed makeover. Funds will also be used to buy uniforms for the volunteers and banners to create a vibrant and exciting first glimpse of the city on arrival.

A bursary of £3,000 will enable Stoke Traders and Residents Association to run kite workshops at the 2019 and 2020 Stoke Village Fun Day. When the kites are finished community members will write their hopes and dreams on them. These will then form part of a Mayflower procession through Stoke Village and up to the Blockhouse where they will fly their kites sending their dreams into the skies.

Age UK Plymouth has linked up with a care home called Cozy Corner in Plymouth, Massachusetts to develop an exciting art project for older people called Friends Across The Sea. This transatlantic project will be run

Celebrating the Mayflower bursaries (from left) : Nic Sharpe and Matt Thomas of Royal Adelaide Art & Yoga CIC, Charlie Rankeem, By Design Collective; Fiona Evans, Mayflower 400 Community Sparks producer, Lynne Hodgson, Age UK Plymouth, David Walters, North Prospect Community Choir and Bobby Inman, Royal Adelaide Art & Yoga CIC.

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The project will be supported with a bursary of £2,938. Royal Adelaide Art & Yoga CIC has secured £2,900 to run the Mayflower Postcard Exchange and Exhibition, which will invite local people and individuals in the USA to send postcards to RAAY for a unique cultural exhibition.

There are 30 towns and cities named after Plymouth across the United States and the residents will be encouraged to share life in their Plymouth through the art of postcard writing. £2,318 will bring the popular tea dances organised by Lady Astor bang up to date. All Nations Ministries will host an inter-generational and cross-cultural tea dance with a difference on the Hoe in 2020.

Popular dances to Swing and Big Band music will be complemented by African, Filipino and Thai dance displays. This special event aims to break down barriers between different cultural groups. £2,150 has been awarded to Hoe residents Penny Tarrant and Debbie Jones, supported by the Hoe Neighbourhood Forum, to run a competition to find a new Town Crier. The competition will be open to anybody residing in Plymouth and will be held in the city centre for everyone’s entertainment.

The successful Town Crier will promote all the exciting activities happening for Mayflower 400.

A new variety of apple named the ‘Pilgrim 400’ will be brought to the city by the Plymouth Tree Partnership. This commemorative tree produces a medium sized fruit, round in shape and of a rosy appearance and is most suitable for cooking.

A bursary of £1,750 will help the partnership provide low cost apple trees and a certificate of authenticity to schools and civic groups in Plymouth.

Plymouth Zine Library will receive £1,500 to run workshops across the city to teach people the art of zine production. Zines are self-created, selfpublished small magazines which come in a variety of formats from comics, to collage to Illustration.

In the workshops, Plymothians of all ages which will explore how they feel about Mayflower 400.

The larger zine will be produced and will be free at different venues across the city.

Finally, the Minster Church of St Andrew has been given £1,500 to run a programme of events including a flower and quilt exhibition to commemorate Mayflower 2020. The church will also host an exhibition of children’s art and creative writing.

The second round of ‘Mayflower 400 Community Sparks’ is now open. The deadline for applications is January 31, 2019.

More information and an application form can be downloaded from www.theboxplymouth.com/ mayflower400-community-sparks. ‘Mayflower 400 Community Sparks’ is a partnership project between The Box, Plymouth, Mayflower 400, Plymouth Culture, Plymouth City Council and Vital Sparks.

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Your guide to community events in your area Crownhill Library Rhymetime Tuesdays, 2.15pm - 2.45pm Songs and nursery rhymes for babies and toddlers.

Libraries also run regular story times for under 5s.

Chatterbooks Tuesdays, 4pm - 4.45pm Chatterbooks are reading groups for children aged between 8 and 12.

Pebble Art Thursdays, 3.30pm - 5pm Join in the fun during this pebble art activity session.

Book Group Second Thursday of the month, 2.15pm - 3.15pm Meet up to talk about what you’ve been reading. Each month there will be a different book to read and discuss.

Estover Library Grandparents Session Fridays, 2pm - 3pm Join in on the weekly drop in session for grandparents and carers of the under 5s with stories for the little ones.

Craft Group Second and last Monday of the month, 10.30am 11.30am For anyone who enjoys sewing, knitting, embroidery, crochet or any other crafts. Bring along what you’re working on or drop in for a chat.

Southway Library Work Club Mondays, 9.30am - 11.30am Get help with searching for jobs, CVs, basic IT skills, interviews and more.

Feel Better with a Book Tuesdays, 10am - 11.30am Enjoy the power of great novels, stories and poems read aloud in a small, friendly group.

Book Group First Tuesday of the month, 2pm - 3pm First Wednesday of the month, 4.45pm - 5.45pm Meet up to talk about what you’ve been reading. Each month there will be a different book to read and discuss.

Rhymetime Wednesdays, 10am - 10.30am Songs and nursery rhymes for babies and toddlers.

Libraries also run regular story times for the under 5s.

Memory Café Thursdays, 10am - 12pm Drop in for a reminiscence, arts and crafts, singing or to see a friendly face and have a cuppa.

Lego Club Thursdays, 4pm - 5pm The Lego is supplied, you supply the imagination and building skills.

Writers Group On the second and last Thursday of the month, 6pm - 7.30pm For anyone with an interest in writing stories or plays.

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Family History Group Fridays, 2pm - 4pm Get help and advice on tracing your family history.

West Park Library IT for Beginners Tuesdays, 3pm - 4pm Aimed at beginners, find out what you can do online by signing up to ‘Learn My Way’. Or bring along your own device, staff will be on hand to help.

Lego Club Wednesdays, 3.30pm - 4.30pm The Lego is supplied, you supply the imagination and building skills.

Book Group Second Thursday of the month, 2pm - 3pm Meet up to talk about what you’ve been reading. Each

month there will be a different book to read and discuss.

Events at Mainstone Community Centre Beginners line dance class 6.15 pm -7.15 pm Thursday evening. Cost £4; Bingo every Wednesday night,cost £6; healthy activities hour, Monday 11 am to 12 noon.

Free to all ages, all abilities.

Plymouth Musical Activities Club Thursdays Youth music group for nine to 18 year olds. Meet at Courtlands School Eggbuckland (term time).

Staffed by volunteers who teach guitars, keyboards, drums, singing and flutes and clarinets. We support local events and twice a year hold concerts in the Devonport Playhouse. The children are only charged £1 per week. www.plymouthmac.co.uk Dancing Duo Fortnightly Saturdays With Henry and Jeannie at Elm Community Centre in Estover (near Asda) for ballroom, Latin and sequence, old time and more. Time 7.45pm to 10.45pm free parking. Entry £6. Bring your own drinks and and snacks.

Coffee Morning and Book Stall Thursdays Crownhill Methodist Church hall from 10am to 11.30am. Join us for a cup of tea or coffee, biscuit and a chat. All welcome.

Plymouth Dog Training Club Meets at St Edward’s Church Hall, Eggbuckland on Wednesday evenings. For details call 01752 350788.

Plymouth Marjon Hockey Club Hockey for all ages and abilities from age 5 through to 60+ with weekly coaching and regular matches based at the University of St Mark & St John. Tuesdays & Thursdays 5-6pm age 7-11 boys and girls. Girls age 10+ and senior ladies Tuesday evening. Men’s Club training Wednesday 7.15-9pm. Boys age 10+ and senior men Thursday evening. Sunday mornings boys and girls aged 5 to 14 years. For details visit www.pmhc.co.uk Parents, Babies and Toddler Group Tuesdays and Fridays Come and join us, meet new friends during term time at Crownhill Methodist Church Hall, 10am-11.30am.

Booking recommended as places are limited. Call Anne 07791332503.

Plymouth Striders Running Club Twice weekly Meet at Widewell School, Lulworth Drive, Widewell (behind The George at Roborough). Mondays and Thursdays 6.30pm. Over 16 years and all abilities welcome. For info contact widewellstriders@yahoo. com or check out our website www.widewellstriders. co.uk Off Key Singing Group Mondays For people who love to sing in the shower! Mondays 5.50pm to 6.50pm at Derriford Health & Leisure Centre, function room. Girl Guide Hut in Plympton 10.30am to 11.30am. Call 07770 683 314 for more info.

Coffee Afternoon Thursdays Mainstone Community Centre hold a weekly coffee afternoon every Thursday at 2pm Lets Work It Out! Mondays Weekly drop-in at the Efford Youth and Community Centre (Blandford Road PL3 6HU). Friendly help and support for all ages and abilities in a relaxed environment Mondays 2-5pm. Basic computer skills, job searching and CV/application writing, voluntary/ work placements and training courses, benefits advice and free tea and coffee! Starting March 14.

To find out more call Becky on 07933916513 or email letsworkitout@mail.com Bumps & Babes Group Fridays Make new friends with other parents and parents-tobe. A weekly group welcoming all parents, parentsto-be and carers held in Crownhill. Organised by NCT

Boost for Elizabethan House renovation plan

Plymouth’s plan to restore and reopen its Elizabethan House for Mayflower 400 has been given a welcome boost from the Coastal Revival Fund.

The Ministry for Housing Communities and Local Government has announced a grant of £44,208 for the project.

Plymouth City Council is fully restoring the building so that it can play a key part in the Mayflower 400 commemorations and beyond.

The grant will fund development of the final designs for the restoration and the interpretation phases of the project.

The restoration work of the building includes a small two storey extension to the back of the building, which will provide space for new toilets, a kitchen for staff and storage. It will also support the deteriorated rear wall of the Grade II star listed building.

Deputy leader of the Council, Councillor Peter Smith said: “We’ve just unveiled our full plans for Mayflower 400 and this amazing building is going to play its part in attracting visitors and telling local people the stories of those who lived in this house.

“Funding is always a challenge, so this is extremely welcome news. The work will ensure that the historic fabric of the house is preserved but at the same time ensure it is fit for the public to visit.”

Plymouth and West Devon branch. Refreshments, chat and toys. £1 donation to the NCT Charity. More information Sally Hall 07702 738757 The Filling Station, Yelverton Every fourth Friday Top up spiritually: we are not a church but an informal way of expressing the Christian faith at monthly meetings. Everybody is welcome. Meet at Yelverton Golf Club Golf Links Rd, Yelverton at 7.30pm. For details visit www.thefillingstation.org.uk or contact Les and Di Wood 01822 854877.

Singing 4 Fun Thursdays We welcome new members. St Pauls Church, Torridge Way, Efford from 2pm to 3.30pm. For details call Janette 07854 850830.

Moors Edge U3A Second Thursday of the month New members welcome. Meets at the Woolwell Centre PL6 7TR. Guest speakers and a variety of social events. Growing number of interest groups including bridge for beginners, wine tasting, weekenders, jazz, Spanish, art appreciation and still more to start.

Socially, we will be enjoying ‘High Tea’ at Yelverton Golf Club and our date for Xmas Lunch has been set for December 15. Details of our Groups etc can be found on the Moors Edge website, Facebook and reminders are now put on Streetlife.

Bingo Night Wednesdays Mainstone Community Centre with eyes down at 7.30pm. Eight page book plus one flyer costs only £6.

Raffle every week and tea or coffee, or if you prefer something stronger there is a bar.

Whitleigh: Tea, Toast and Timebanking Wednesdays 10-12.

Four Greens Community Trust Hub, 15 The Green, Whitleigh. Share a cuppa and a chat with local people. Everyone welcome. 01752 875916 Whitleigh: Mini Allotment Group.

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Once re-opened, the events and activities in the house will directly support the Mayflower 400 commemorations and complement the content of The Box’s Mayflower exhibition, the proposed Mayflower heritage trails linking the Barbican to the city centre and The Box and the existing Mayflower Museum. and potter in our little garden. No experience necessary. 01752 875916 Regular events at Leigham Community Hall Tuesday Man Shed. 11am to 4pm. For details ring Ryan on 01752 388361. Wednesday Knit and Knatter.

11am to 1pm. Refreshments available. Bingo. Eyes down 7pm, 8 page book and 1 flyer, just £6. Over 18s.

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Barnardo’s Children’s Centre, Whitleigh Monday: Parenting Groups. Call 875933 for more information; Garden Time - come and play outside 11.30am to 12.30pm Tuesday: Sensational Babies - sensory experience for pre-walkers 9.30am to 10.45am; Bump Buddies - for pregnant ladies and partners 1pm to 2.30pm. Booking essential.

Wednesday: Garden Time - come and play outside 11am to 12 noon; Thursday: Midwife clinic appointments only 9.30am 4pm; Latch-On group 10am to 11.30am; Step by Step for children with additional needs 1pm to 2.15pm; Friday: Community cafe 9.30am to 11am.

For more information call 01752 875933 Regular Events at William Sutton Village Hall, Crownhill Mondays: New Age Kurling for over 50s 12.30pm to 2pm; ACT Community Theatre group 7pm to 9pm; Tuesdays: Knit & Natter 1.30pm to 3.30pm; Wednesdays: Lace making 7pm to 9pm (except summer holidays); Fridays: Yoga 10am to 12pm (except school holidays); Saturdays: Bingo 2pm to 4pm; Katie Su School of Dance Mondays 10am to 11am and 4pm to 6.30pm; Wednesdays 4pm to 6.30pm and Saturdays 9am to 1pm. Every second Sunday 11am to 1pm Plymouth O Gauge model railway group.

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morning is held each month and there is also a scrabble group and bridge club. For further information you can contact our Secretary Jenny Homeyard on 01752 781291.

Sensational Babies Tuesdays and Wednesdays A baby group with some sensory experiences for prewalkers. Tuesdays at Whitleigh Children’s Centre 9am to 10.45am; Wednesdays at Southernway Children’s Centre 9.30am to 10.45am.

Playtots Baby & Toddler Group Tuesdays and Thursdays 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.

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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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Adult Children of Alcoholics Meetings Tuesdays 6pm – 7.15pm. St Barnabas Church, The Lounge (enter by separate entrance to left of surgery), St Barnabas Terrace, Pennycomequick, Plymouth PL1 5NN. Visit the website at www.adultchildrenofalcoholics.co.uk.

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Badminton Club Fridays Non league club meets on Friday evenings at Whiteford Road, Plymouth to play casual badminton.

All adults welcome including over fifties. For further details contact rcbeasley@btinternet.com Book Stall, Social Call Second Saturday of month Join in the games and fun at Plymouth Unitarian Church, Notte Street. Books, tea, coffee and cake for sale. 2pm to 4pm. Proceeds to support the local Samaritans and the Smile train, an overseasd medical charity, repairing hair lips and cleft palates.

Breathe Easy Plymouth First Tuesday of the month Breathe Easy Plymouth, a local support group for anyone with a lung condition, their carers or anyone interested in supporting the group, meets regularly at Tothill Community Centre at 1.30 pm on the first Tuesday of each month. Entry is free and there is tea and coffee with biscuits, then usually a speaker. All are welcome. For more details phone Anne on 01752 402310 or Christine on 01752 220919 Buddhist meditation classes Weekday lunchtime meditations 12.15pm - 12.45pm, Wednesday evenings - Introduction to meditation class - 7.30pm - 8.30pm, Thursday evenings - 7.30pm - 9.30pm Meditation - The Art Of Positive Thinking, Sunday mornings 11.30am - 12.30pm Find Inner Peace, Sunday mornings - Children’s classes - 10.30am 11.15am. Held at Ashoka Kadampa Buddhist Centre, 33 Sutherland Road, Plymouth. Tel 01752 224137 www.meditationinplymouth.org

Plymouth will host the finish of the 2019 Rolex Fastnet race having marked the end of the biennial yacht race since its inception in 1925.

Starting in Cowes on the Isle of Wight, competitors cover a course of 608 nautical miles and round the Fastnet Rock off the southwest coast of Ireland before returning via the Isles of Scilly to finish in Plymouth. The race has a huge worldwide following and has seen continued growth over recent years, with the limit of 300 boats having to be increased to over 340 due to high demand.

Deputy Leader of the Council, Pete Smith said: “I’m delighted that the Rolex Fastnet is returning to its historic home once again in 2019. We are working closely with the organisers of the Rolex Fastnet race, the Royal Ocean Racing Club, to enhance the experience of the thousands of sailors who arrive in Plymouth after competing in the race.”

Yachts come from all over the world to compete in the race, which will start on Saturday August 3 2019. The first yachts are expected to arrive in Plymouth in the early hours of Monday August 5. The Plymouth race village will be located at Yacht Haven at Mount Batten and will be open to the public from August 6 to August 8, with live music, family friendly activities and

Clog dancing Thursdays A fun way to exercise! The Plymouth Maids clog dancers are a small, friendly group of women who welcome new members. From the beginning of October to the end of April we practice at St Bartholomew’s Church Hall, opposite the Life Centre, on Thursdays 8 - 9.45pm. During the summer we dance out on Thursday evenings at various pubs and other venues in and around Plymouth. We also dance at occasional folk festivals and days of dance. No previous dance experience is needed, just a sense of rhythm. Come along and give it a try. For details contact Jacqui on 07814 355844.

opportunities for local people to try their hand at on-water activities like sailing, kayaking and Stand Up Paddleboarding.

Councillor Smith continued: “The race is hugely significant for the city, helping to put Plymouth on the map and attracting visitors to see the finish of one of the world’s most famous yacht races. We want to make sailing more accessible for people living here and encourage more participation in the sport.

Hosting internationally renowned events like this is important to help motivate and inspire participation.”

Royal Ocean Racing Club racing manager, Chris Stone said: “Plymouth’s waterfront position is one of the most dramatic and beautiful in the UK and the city has amazing facilities for yachts and sailors.

“We are pleased to be working closely with Plymouth City Council to make the race bigger and better and provide a warm welcome for the 350+ boats descending on the city. It is also a great opportunity for local people to come and experience our sport and understand how much fun it is and easily available to all.”

The Rolex Fastnet will be followed by the Britain’s Ocean City Blues n Jazz Festival from August 9 to August 11, rounding off a week of celebration.

Costa Healing Rooms Meet at Costa, New George Street, c/o Old Town Street every Wednesday 2.30pm - 4.30pm CSPA Second Tuesday of the month The Civil Service Pensioners Alliance meet at the Raffles Club, 5 Ermington Terrace, Mutley from 10.30am to 12 noon. All members of the Plymouth and District branch are welcome to attend. For more information call 01752 946896.

Club Focus Camera Club Meets at the Future Inn, William Prance Road, Plymouth. Meets first and third Monday of the month from 7.30pm to 9.30pm. For details see www. clubfocusplymouth.co.uk

Dancing Duo Fortnightly on Saturdays The Elm Community Centre, Estover PL6 8EU 7.45pm to 10.45pm with Henry and Jeannie. Ballroom, Latin, Sequence, Old Time and more. Free parking. Entry £6. Bring your own soft drinks and snacks. For more information call Jeannie on 01803 325905 or visit www.dancingduo.co.uk

Community Dance Classes Exim have weekly Toddle Together dance classes on Mondays at Plymouth School of Creative Arts on Mondays from 9am to 9.45am. Parent/carer toddler sessions open to all ages crawling to four years. £3.50. Children’s contemporary dance (6-10 years) Thursdays in term time at Plymouth School of Creative Arts 4.30pm to 5.30pm. £4.50 per class. Adult just for fun contemporary dance at the same venue 6pm to 7pm Thursdays. £4.50 per class. Also Spaceshot dance classes every Wednesday at St Aidan’s Church, Ernesettle every Wednesday from 6pm to 8pm. A mixture of street dance, fitness and contemporary.

Free. Details e-mail Kerrie at kerrie@eximdance.org.uk

Devon Army Cadet Force Voluntary uniformed youth organisation which allows young people aged from 12 to 18 to gain a wide variety of skills and experiences. There is no commitment to join the military, you don’t even need an interest in the military. Parade two nights a week at eight different locations in the Plymouth and surrounding areas. For details of local detachment and further information please call 01752261525. This is not manned 24 hours so please feel free to leave a message.

Dartmoor Gliding Friendly Flying on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays, weather permitting. Call 07873 483001 for details or Google Dartmoor Flying.

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Eddystone Model Flying Club Provide help and free instruction for flying radio control fixed wing. Members fly 24/7 weather permitting. New members are welcome as well as experienced fliers. For details visit www.eddystonemfc. net or phone Dave on 07941 040633 or Mike on 01752 403124.

Families Need Fathers (FNF) Second Wednesday of every month Monthly support meeting 7.30pm to 10pm at the RAOB Club, 41 North Hill, Plymouth, PL4 8EZ. If you are separating or divorcing and are worried about not seeing your children, please come to our monthly meeting for support, information and advice. Talk to people in a similar situation or who have been through similar experiences and understand the family court process. FNF is a registered charity founded in 1974 that helps thousands of parents every year. We believe that each parent has a unique contribution to make to their children’s development and that children have a right to enjoy a loving relationship with both parents after separation.

Meetings are open to mothers and fathers and to family members and friends who would like to attend with or on behalf of a parent. For more information, please call Andrew Bull (general secretary) on 01752 793 325, e-mail us at info@plymouth.fnf.org.uk, or visit the website at plymouth.fnf.org.uk GraceNotes Acapella Group Mondays, Burraton Community Centre, Saltash.

7.30pm to 10pm. GraceNotes Acapella is a ladies close harmony acapella chorus who sing a wide and varied repertoire from traditional barbershop songs, through to modern Disney classics! Competing both locally and nationally, as well as performing at many singouts throughout the year, new members are always welcome! Rock up to a rehearsal and see what we do!

Email gracenotessaltash@gmail.com or find them on social media for more information.

Harbour Centre Recovery Café Fridays Female-focused social group for those in recovery from drugs and alcohol. Tea, coffee, regular activities promoting independence, empowerment and positive social/support networks in recovery. Child-friendly.

11am-2pm at Unit 2, 1st Floor, Hyde Park House, Mutley Plain. For more information and support to attend please contact Lynn McKenzie (Harbour Drug and Alcohol Services) on 01752 434299 or email lynn. mckenzie1@nhs.net Healing Rooms Meet at Shekinah Traning Centre, 24 Stonehouse Street, Plymouth on Mondays at 7.30 - 9pm (Not bank holidays) National Trust Plymouth Centre (NTPC) The group helps members to make even more of their NT membership and meet like minded people. During the winter months there are talks as listed: April on Mrs Ronnie, the Royal Matchmaker by Janet Crawford.

In addition there is usually coach events each month from April to September. Membership is only £4 or £6 for couples. For more information and application form call Russell on 01752 266608 Kreative Kidz Tuesdays Crafts, Science and cookery- age 6 months - preschool 12.30pm to 2pm. £5 or £4 if booked in four week blocks. To book email: info:wkuk.org Unit 34 Scott Business Park, Beacon Park Road, Plymouth.

Krafty Kidz Tuesdays Childrens activity workshops from ages 5 to 16. Cooker, crafts and STEM activities. £5 per session includes materials. 5.30pm to 7pm.To book email: info@wkuk. org. Unit 34 Scott Business Park, Beacon Park Road, Plymouth.

Wk’d Wednesdays Adults activity workshops - activities range from crafts, cooking, woodworking, furniture up cycling, sewing. £10 per session includes materials. Accompanied children welcome. To book email: info@wkuk.org. Every Wednesday 6pm to 8pm Unit 34 Scott Business Park, Beacon Park Road, Plymouth.

Mayflower Offshore Rowing Club Various dates We meet on Tuesday and Thursday evenings at 5.30pm and Sunday mornings at 9.30am at Richmond Walk Devonport. We row out to sea, in The Sound and up the Tamar & Plym rivers. Ages from 14 and all abilities welcome. We run learn to row sessions. Contact secretarymorc@hotmail.co.uk or Jeff Keast 07865 228800.

Moors Edge U3A Second Thursday of the month New members welcome. Meets at the Woolwell Centre PL6 7TR. Guest speakers and a variety of social events.

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Growing number of interest groups including bridge for beginners, wine tasting, weekenders, jazz, Spanish, art appreciation and still more to start. Details of groups etc can be found on the Moors Edge website, Facebook and reminders are now put on Streetlife.

Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and Phobias Support Group Meets on Mondays at the Estover Elm Centre at 6.30pm. For details contact Daniel on 07500 837703 Pensioners & Fifty Plus Action Group If you are more than fifty years old and live in the Plymouth area we invite you to come to our regular meetings and meet some new friends. On the second Friday of each month we have free meetings and invite MPs, local councillors, local businesses, anyone able to speak on issues that affect older people, to come and talk to us. These meetings are held in the Wolseley Trust Community Building (next to Sheila’s Café) in Wolseley Road, Plymouth, PL2 3BY behind the Co-operative Superstore, just down from Milehouse traffic lights going towards St Budeaux.

These meetings start 10.30am and end at 1pm, many buses stop outside the Co-op and if you come by car – parking is usually available. We also have regular social meetings and would like to advise everyone that these will now be held at the Oak Villa Sports & Social Club in Ferndale Road, Plymouth (PL2 2EL) just down the road from Weston Mill Cemetery. The No 13 Target Travel bus stops quite near it, and there is a large car park virtually next door to the hall. These meetings are from 2pm to 4.30 pm and we supply a very good buffet and as with all of our meetings we do have a raffle. Members of our group have free access but non-members will be asked to pay £2. Anyone intending to come regularly to these meetings would find it more economical to pay the £12 single/£20 double annual membership fee, and would also be eligible to take advantage of our subsidised taxi scheme (£2 each way). Members are also able to enjoy our regular meetings when we have short mat bowls, darts and other activities, and come to the two meals out every year. So anyone looking for good company and interesting meetings and would like more information please contact the secretary Mrs Margaret Williams 01752 350498 /email tomag42@hotmail.co.uk Performance Training (5-25s) Barbican Theatre’s dance and theatre workshops enable young people to build their confidence and learn new skills and techniques alongside professionals. Visit www.barbicantheatre.co.uk or call 01752 267131.

Play-writing, Performing, & Creative Writing The Playwriters Organisation meets on Monday nights (6-8pm) for Creative Writing & Acting, Wednesday nights(6-8pm) for Acting & Theatre Production, Friday (10.15am-12.30pm) for Play-writing & Creative Writing.

All sessions are at the Playwriters mini-theatre above The Noah’s Ark, Courtney St (behind WHSmith).

Contact on 01752786777 for more details or go to www.playwriters.org.

Plymouth Archers Tuesday and Friday Archers who are registered with Archery GB are very welcome to come along. We run taster and beginner’s sessions throughout the year and have very good indoor and outdoor facilities at Stoke Damerel Community College. For more information visit www.plymoutharchers.co.uk or contact the chairman on 01752 784051 mobile 07443432375. The club is open to anyone over the age of 10 and the school has very good disability access. We also arrange social activities throughout the year. Sessions take place between 7pm and 9pm.

Plymouth Petanque Club A friendly club and a great way to be active for people of any age and ability. We meet for social games every Sunday and Wednesday afternoons throughout the year. Average attendance is about 25 -30 players.

These sessions are suitable for new players as we play to basic rules with the emphasis on fun, and we always stop halfway through for tea and biscuits (or cake for celebrations!) and a chat. We play at Brickfields Sports Centre and further information can be found on our newly updated website. www. plymouthpetanque.org.uk Plymouth Karate Academy Various dates Based in Faraday Mill Cattedown the club is managed by Sensei Stuart Hick (4thDan), Sensei Jon Eaton (3rdDan) and Senpai Luke Irving (2ndDan). With more than 45 years combined experience all of the instructors are DBS checked, and teach Shotokan karate. Tuesday / Thursday Kids only Karate class 6.15- 7pm; Tuesday/ Thursday Adult Beginners - Intermediate - Advanced from 7pm onwards ; Saturday Morning class Kids

Talented young musicians thrilled concert audience

Three of Plymouth’s top young musicians thrilled the audience at the Sherwell Centre in a showcase concert of the 25th Interantional Concert Series.

All had come through the Plymouth Music Accord’s Young Musician’s Platform for aspiring professional musicians. Two from last year were receiving their prize of a professional concert and a previous winner was making a guest appearance.

Clarinettist Laura Deignan, now studying for her Masters in Orchestral Performance at the Royal Welsh College of Music graduated last year with a First Class Honours Degree. She has played with the Welsh National Opera Orchestra and with New Generation Festival Orchestra in Florence. Laura captivated the audience with her exquisite playing of pieces by Burgmuller and Lovreglio.

Indira Falle, a lyrical soprano, who has just finished GCSEs, sang a range of work by Purcell, Sondheim, Brahms, Head, Coulais. She ended showing her strength in music theatre, by making the audience laugh at her lively performance of The Girl in 14G by Tesori.

Finally, Sehyogue Aulakh, a previously successful winner,

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Friday evenings at 7pm, or Monday, Tuesday and Thursday afternoons at 1pm. It is thought that learning a foreign language or playing bridge is conducive to maintaining a healthy brain. The former is difficult whilst the latter is much easier. We also offer teaching for beginners and intermediates either Monday mornings at 10.15am or Thursday evenings at 7pm. Why don’t you call Steven Lacey on 07990 521570 or email admin@plymouthbridge.co.uk and come along and join our friendly and conveniently situated members owned club, just off Mutley Plain.

Plymouth Magic Circle Every second Thursday We meet the second Thursday of every month at The Walrus, Athenaeum Street, from 7pm to 9pm. If you would like to join us, come along to a meeting. A list of current events is at www.plymouthmagiccircle.co.uk Plymouth Children’s Theatre Workshop Saturdays A theatre company for children and young people aged 6 to 18. Try your hand at performing, set design and construction, costumes and props, stage make up and much more. St Bartholomew’s Church Saturdays 1 till 4. Tots 3 - 5 years 12 till 1. www.plymouthchildrenstheatreworkshop.co.uk or 07760467857 or see our Facebook page Plymouth Philatelic Society First Wednesday of every month St. Edwards Hall, Home Park Avenue, Peverell from 7pm to 9pm. For details contact David on 01752 402981.

made a guest appearance wowing the audience with her marimba playing of works by Glennie, Bach and Sammut.

She is currently studying percussion at Chethams in Manchester and took part in this year’s First Night of the Proms and the opening night of the Edinburgh Festival.

All the young musicians showed the audience why they had been successful and they have what it takes to be successful in a musical career.

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Karate class 10am onwards. For more info: Stuart Hick 07970379268 or stuart.hick@plymouthkarateacademy. co.uk Plymouth Handball Club Thursdays Between 6pm and 7pm at Plymouth Life Centre.

Come and play an Olympic sport. A fun/recreational session for adults 18+. All levels and abilities welcome. Session is £3 (1st session free) Contact Dave 07983605639, Facebook Plymouth Handball Club, email plymouthhandballclub@hotmail.com Plymouth Musical Activities Club Thursdays A music group for young people aged 9-18 supported by volunteer staff members. At Pmac we teach flute, clarinet, drums, keyboards, singing and guitar. Meet every Thursday at Courtlands School in Eggbuckland from 7.15pm to 9.15pm. The charge is just £1 a week and people of all abilities are welcome. The group plays at lots of different venues and events throughout the year such as Devonport Playhouse, Lord Mayor’s day, Eden Project and many more. If you are interested in joining please call our treasurer Angela fuller on 01752 773482 or check out the Pmac website www.plymouthmac.co.uk Plymouth Numismatic Society Third Tuesday each month 7:30pm Coin collection and study can be an absorbing and rewarding pastime. New members are welcomed to informal meetings to share interest and knowledge of coins, providing the opportunity to give talks and presentations on any aspect of numismatics. This can range from studies of coins in historical, cultural or artistic context, to acquisitions, valuations and investment. Or members can just listen, learn and enjoy the company. Contact Bryan on 01752 480394 for more details and current location of meetings.

Plymouth Lymphoma Support Group Second Thursday of the month The Plymouth Lymphoma Support Group aims to offer friendship and support to anyone who is affected

by Lymphoma (Hodgkins or Non Hodgkins Disease), whether patient (past or present), carer, family member or friend, and meets on the second Thursday of each month at the Derriford Health and Wellbeing Centre from 3pm to 4.30 pm. For information, please call Pam on 01752 785094 or Scott on 01752 661035

Platform every two years and is looking for applications for next year’s auditions in June.

All candidates are given advice and those who reach the standard through the auditions will be given a professional performance or helped in various ways in their musical development.

Anyone wishing to find out more should visit Plymouth Music Accord website or contact Clive Jenkins on clivejenkinsmusic@ btinternet.com

Plymouth Play Association For hire of resources for play, recycling scrapstore and arts and crafts. Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday & Saturday 10am-2pm, Thursday 10am-7pm.

Details 01752 256633.

Plymouth Proprietary Library Weekdays except Friday The Library has moved into new premises in the former doctor’s surgery in St Barnabas Terrace in Stoke. The library is now open and continuing to run its usual activities which range from reading and poetry groups to monthly lunchtime talks and coffee mornings. Suggestions as to new groups and ways which the library can reach out to the wider community are always welcome. Open every week day except Friday from 11am-3pm. So why not take advantage of the free parking and call in for a coffee and a look round?

Plymouth Shakespeare Society Meets twice a month from September to May at the Burgess Hall (behind the Unitarian Church) Notte Street, Plymouth from 2.30 - 4.30 p.m. Everyone welcome. Further details call 257764.

Plymouth Skywatch Meet at St Budeaux Parish Church Hall every third Friday of the month at 7.30pm. The meeting usually consists of highlights of the night sky for the following month followed by a talk on an astronomy-related subject. There is a break in between with tea and coffee available.

Plymouth Visually Impaired Bowls Club We play in the Plymouth Life Centre at the bowls hall on Tuesday morning from 10.30am to 1.30 pm and Friday morning from 12 noon to 2 30pm. In the summer we play on Tuesdays and Fridays on The Hoe from 10 30am to 1.30pm .If you require any more information please contact Colin Harris on 01752 222184.

Plymouth and District Advanced Motorists Group Monthly meetings on the third Monday of each month at the United Reformed Church Hall, Powisland Drive, Derriford. The meeting begins at 7.30p.m. with doors opening at seven. Guest speaker each month. Details 01752 405926 Plymouth Bridge Club We meet for sessions on Monday, Wednesday and

Plymouth Radio Club Second Tuesday of every month.

The Plymouth Radio Club meets second Tuesday of every month at the Weston Mill Oak Villa social Club, Situated in Ferndale Road, Weston Mill, Plymouth.

Commencing 7.30 pm. For all licenced Radio Amateurs and anyone interested in amateur radio. For those wishing to obtain a licence, email pippa117@hotmail. co.uk or telephone 07815542477.

Plymouth West Country Embroiderers Various dates Started in 1972. A friendly group of enthusiastic needleworkers who enjoy sharing their knowledge and expertise with others. Trainees (age 8-15) meet first Saturday each month from 11am to 3pm. Adults meet on second Thursday and fourth Saturday each month from 10.30am. We welcome experts and beginners of all ages. Contact Mary 01752 200047 for details.

Plymouth Woodturners Third Friday of the month Meet at Pilgrim Church, St Levan Road at 7pm. Also demonstrate and sell at Otter Nurseries, Brixton, the first weekend of every month. New members always welcome, just turn up on the night.

Plymouth Meet Up Group First Tuesday of the month A social group for people with disabilities. Meets at Igrow Workspace 25 Phoenix Street from 4pm to 7pm for a chat and games and a short walk to the nearby Mount Pleasant pub for a meal. £2 for members and £3 for non-members. For more information call David on 017523 268777.

Plymouth U3A Second Monday of the month If you are retired, looking for new interests and to make new friends, then come along to the next monthly meeting of the Plymouth U3a and listen to our speaker. We meet at The Crowne Plaza from 10.30am to 12.30pm. Coffee available on arrival and an option to stay for a reasonably priced two course lunch in the restaurant. U3A (University of the 3rd Age) is organised and run by volunteers, there are over 60 groups to find out about and maybe join, creating opportunities for continuation of learning. A non member can attend as a visitor, further information can be obtained via the welcome and promotions desk on the day, or in advance by telephoning 01752 563551, joining on the day is also an option. We look forward to meeting you.

Plymouth Fishkeepers Society First and Second Wednesday of the Month. 8pm at the Hyde Park Social Club. If you are interested in the hobby of keeping tropical fish and want to learn more, then why not come along to one of our meetings.

Interests among members are diverse, and there is without doubt someone in the society who can answer questions covering most aspects of the hobby. The society caters for newcomers to people who have been in the hobby for a long time. Just bought your first fish tank? Then Plymouth Fishkeepers Society is the place for you.

Plymouth & District Egyptology Society First Saturday of the month We are a society of some 50 members whose passion is all things related to Ancient Egypt. Between the months of September of one year to May of the next, we meet on the first Saturday of each of those months, including

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Day Schools, and long weekend visits to UK and European cities to view Museum Egyptology Exhibitions, enjoying the local sights etc. The Society meets at the The Quaker House on Mutley Plain. Timings 2 pm until 4.30 pm for a normal lecture. Contact Details: janis. naylor@aol.co.uk Pray Plymouth Every Wednesday morning Organised by Churches Together in Plymouth from 7am to 8am at Open Doors Language School, 14-15, Woodland Terrace Lane, Greenbank, Plymouth.

Breakfast from 8am to 9am. Details 01752 249187.

Plymouth Community Choir Monday Evenings Meet at Salvation Army Congress Hall, Armada Way, Plymouth from 7pm to 9pm. New members are welcome, just come along for a free taster session at the beginning of the term, or contact the choir leader.

Terms are 12 weeks long and we sing a variety of music such as gospel, contemporary, sacred, world folk, pop, funky bass lines etc. No previous experience is necessary and you don’t need to be able to read music as we learn ‘by ear’ and repetition. Come and give us a try and see what you think! Our choir leader is Sarah Pennington and she can be contacted on 01392 437792 or by email plymouthcommunitychoir@ gmail.com. We look forward to seeing you!

Plymouth Cycling Touring Club Meet Sundays for a leisure cycle ride. For our latest rides list and meet time/place see www.plymouthctc. co.uk or contact Graham Black 01752 606650 or Andy Prideaux 01752 345170 for more information.

Plymouth Die-Cast Model Collectors Club First Wednesday of the month A club for anyone interested in or a collector of old toys, Dinky, Corgi, Tinplate etc. Meetings are quite informal, any club business is discussed along with a good gossip over a cup of tea or coffee. The meetings are held at the Jan Cutting Centre, Beacon Park Road, Plymouth from 7pm - 9pm. New members are always made very welcome with no charge for a first visit.

For further details or information please contact Paul Simmons, telephone 01752 846250, or check out the Club web site www.plymouthdiecastclub.com.

Plymouth & District Koi Keepers Society First Wednesday of the month If you are interested in koi keeping, or thinking of building a pond and want to learn more, then why not come along to one of our meetings. We have guest speakers, presentations, visits to club member’s ponds before finishing the evening back at the clubhouse. At the weekends trips are arranged to visit other koi club’s ponds and koi shows and these are excellent days out. Meet at 7.30 pm in the lounge of the Tamar View Community Centre, Miers Close, Barne Barton, Plymouth. New members always welcome.

For more details of club activities please visit www. plymouthanddistrictkoikeeperssociety.org or ring Sandra Crocker on 01752 210118.

Plymouth Pisces Swimming Club for all Disabilities Sundays 11.15am to 1.15pm at Plymouth Life Centre.

Adults £2.50 per session, children £2 per session.

Under 5s free. Annual membership £5.

Plym Ramblers First and third Sunday in the month A well estab lished walking organisation offering regular walks by experienced leaders all within 20 miles of Plymouth. The group meets every first and third Sunday in the month and also hold interesting social events. For details contact the secretary on 344048 or the chairman on 405132. Plym Ramblers have now published their walking book “On the beaten track 4” the fourth book in a popular series of local walks.

Plymouth Inter Varsity Club We are looking for lively, interesting people who want variety in their social lives and would like to mix with others in a friendly, local social group run by its members, for its members. We enjoy a wide range of activities eg meals out, cycling, themed party nights, walking, canoeing, theatre, reading group and weekends away. Want to know more? You can go to our website www.plymouthivc.org , look at what we do and complete an enquiry or contact 01752 550492 or 07810065982.

Boys’ Brigade Various dates and Venues For more information visit www.boys-brigade.org.uk or Facebook, Boy’s Brigade Plymouth. 1st Plymouth Salisbury Road Baptist Church (Fridays); 2nd Plymouth - Ridgeway Methodist Church (Mondays); 4th Plymouth - St Judes Church (Wednesdays); 5th Plymouth - Mount Gould Methodist Church (Fridays); 7th Plymouth Pennycross Methodist Church (Fridays); 8th Plymouth

Dates for Lions Club fund raising events announced Plymouth Lions Club are encouraging people to sign up for their popular annual fund raising events.

The Swimathon, to be held at the Saltash Leisure Centre on March 17 2019, is a popular fun event for teams of five contestants to swim as many 25m lengths as possible in 50 minutes.

Working together as a relay, contestants of all ages and swimming abilities are invited to help raise funds for this year’s Lion charity ‘Keep Me Close’, an appeal to provide parental accommodation for parents of babies in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit at Derriford Hospital. Funds raised, through sponsorship, will also be split 50/50 for a charity or good cause of your own team’s choice.

The team raising the most sponsorship will be awarded the Lions Club of Plymouth Trophy and each participant aged 16 or under on the day of the event will receive a medal. These will be awarded at a date and venue to be confirmed, with all the charities also being presented with their cheques by hopefully the Lord Mayor of Plymouth. For details or entry forms contact Lion George Poad on 01752 491444 or Lion Roy Russell on 01752 347 547.

- Ford Baptist Church (Wednesdays). New members very welcome. Age groups: Anchors (5-8); Juniors (8-11) and Company/Seniors (11-18). The Boys’ Brigade can help your church in its mission to children and young people.

5th Plymouth Company Boys’ Brigade and Girls Association We meet at Mount Gould Methodist Church, term time, and are looking to recruit both boys and girls aged 5-8yrs (6.30pm-7.45pm), 8-11yrs (6.30-8pm) and 11-18yrs (6.30-9pm). Our programme is very varied and includes craftwork, cookery, games, computer work, interactive challenges, sports competitions, sponsored fundraising and much more plus the year ending event - summer camp (8yrs+). Many of the skills learnt here can help prepare them for adult life. Interested - then come along to the church on Friday or contact Hugh Porter, 01752 667513, or email porterbb@blueyonder.co.uk 7th Plymouth Company Boys’ Brigade and Girls’ Association Fridays We meet at Pennycross Methodist Church in term time, Anchors (5-8 years) between 6.15pm and 7.15pm; Juniors (8-11 years) from 6.30pm to 8.30pm and Seniors (12-18 years) between 7pm and 9.45pm. There is a full programme of activities including crafts, games, drama, music, cookery, interactive challenges, national sport competitions and much more. The year culminates in a week-long summer camp. Our programme enables youngsters to learn many various skills and prepares them for adult life. Simply go along on Fridays to find out more or visit 7plymouth. boys-brigade.org.uk Plymouth Writers Circle Tuesdays Do you have a problem with plotting or characterisation. The Plymouth Writers Circle meets on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month from 10am to 12 noon at the Plymstock Community Centre (except in the summer holidays).

Plymouth Clarion Choir (Male Voice) Tuesdays Rehearsals between 7.30pm and 9.30pm at Crownhill

The Sponsored Knitting Event is extremely popular with the knitting communities of Plymouth and further afield and will be held at the Emmanuel Church Hall, Compton Avenue, Mannamead, on April 13 2019.

The event will comprise of everyone knitting squares, which when completed, will be made up into various sized blankets and throws which will be distributed to hospitals and homes throughout the area.

Trophies and prizes will be awarded to the person who knits the most squares in the given time period, with an additional trophy presented to the person who raised the most sponsorship.

Knitters will be treated to tea and biscuits on arrival, with a pasty lunch followed by jelly and trifle. A quick talk will be given by representatives of the two main charities benefitting from the day, Little Things and Co, offering emotional support and bespoke services for parents who have suffered baby loss, and Meningitis Now (South West).

For details or entry forms contact Lion Norma Pycroft on 01752 606632 or Lion Roy Russell on 01752 347 547.

Methodist Church Hall with break in between for refreshments. Nice friendly atmosphere and a variety of music sung. Why not come along and see what it is all about. Musical director Catherine Davies, accompanist Olga Drougaleva. For details call Darell Jago on 01752 266434.

Plymouth School of Aikido Non-profit well-respected community based Martial Arts club founded over 35 years ago. Classes at Woodview Learning Campus (off Lancaster Gardens, Whitleigh) on Mondays and Coombe Dean School, Elburton, Plymstock on Fridays. Times: 7- 8pm Juniors, 7-9pm Adults. Aikido is a Japanese Martial Art suitable for both Men and Women learning and working together. Enjoyable, interesting, useful, physical, family-friendly activity with Child Safeguarded/DBS Nationally qualified Instructors leading to recognised gradings appropriate for students of all ages 7yrs to 70yrs. Fees with concessions; excellent value. Quality equipment including clothing available for purchase at non-profit prices. Checkout www.plymouthaikido. co.uk or Facebook Page. Contact Tre or David Worsley 403325, or Phil Smith 219355 for more information.

Plymouth Hockey Club Sundays Plymouth Hockey Club is the oldest junior club in the city and has recently achieved the highest award for organisation and safeguarding. The club is operated by parents for all children and young people. The club trains every Sunday between 10am - 1pm at Bull Point ATP. The club cater for young people from 4-16 years and no previous experience is required. The first 6 weeks are free to new members and everyone who trains gets to play. For more information, please see the website at www.plymouthhockeyclub.org.uk or contact Rob on 07861 250682.

Port of Plymouth Canoe Association Mondays , Thursdays and Saturdays May until September. Offering various introductory, taster and child ( 8-11 ) sessions throughout the spring and summer. For more information please contact Tracy Jones 01752 510653 email intro@ppca-club.org.uk or visit www.ppca-canoe-club.org.uk

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RAF Association (Plymouth Branch) After a very successful celebration of the 100th anniversary of the formation of the Royal Air Force throughout the UK, by all RAF Association Branches, it is now time to settle down and get on with local duties! The branch AGM will be on Wed March 6 2019 at 12noon, followed by lunch at Raffles club. We look forward to meeting members old and new. Please help to keep the branch going.

RASC/RCT/RLC Assoication (Plymouth Branch) The first meeting for 2019 will be the branch annual general meeting on Tuesday Jan 8 at 8pm at the Army Reserve Centre, Brest Road, Derriford. The Corps Association Annual Dinner, will be held on Friday Jan 25 (7.00/7.30) for details Tel: 01752 769169. Please show your support for the continuance of the Plymouth Branch of the Association.

Road to Recovery Group of Alcoholics Anonymous Open Meeting every Friday at St Matthias Church Hall, North Hill. Doors open 6.30pm. Meeting 7pm- 9pm. If you think you have a problem with alcohol, you are welcome to attend. Family, friends, health professionals etc also welcome. Contact: Matt 07766 006 153 or Jo 07918 141715. AA Helpline: 0800 9177 650.

Snack ‘N’ Chat Tuesdays Friendship group for the bereaved and those who live alone. From 10.30am to 12.30pm in the Coffee Corner in the Minster Church of St Andrew in the city centre. A community project run by two trained Counsellors and two trained listeners. Come and enjoy coffee, tea and home made cake and talk through how things are for you. Only 50p per session.

Solaris Yoga Enjoy vital relaxation, strengthening and toning muscles. Pregnancy yoga, mum and baby yoga and adult yoga held at Plymouth Swallows, St Andrew’s Cross, Church of the Holy Spirit Southway, Crownhill Fort and Jump. Please call Shilpa on 0771 1899 530 for times of classes.

Soundhouse Brass and Soundhouse Youth Brass Academy Thursdays Want to play with one of the finest Brass Bands in Devon then why not come along and give us a try.

We also have a thriving Youth Band for younger players which is supported by Plymouth Youth Music Service. Both groups practice at The Soundhouse, Torbridge High School, Estover on Thursday evenings (Juniors 6p.m. to 7.30p.m. and Seniors 7.30-9.45p.m) Come along any evening, visit our website www. soundhousebrass.co.uk or ring Alan 01752844108 (Senior Band) or Garry 0744618977 (Youth Band) for further details.

South West Chamber Choir Wednesdays Marjon Chapel 7.30 to 9.30 pm. We are a friendly auditioned choir of 25 to 30 singers specialising in unaccompanied singing, with a programme of madrigals, partsongs and sacred works. We give four concerts annually as well as a weekend of sung services at a cathedral each July. A reasonable standard of sight-reading is needed to join. We welcome enquiries. www.swcchoir.org.uk Shotokan Karate Club Shotokan Karate club in Devonport High school for Girls on Monday and Friday evenings for all ages and grades starting at 6pm. This is an authentic Japanese art, taught in the same disciplined manner instilling personal responsibility for actions, promoting confidence and self esteem.

Karate taught in this environment is deemed to be beneficial for all ages and genders. All Instructors DBS checked, safeguarding and first aid trained.

Contact club secretary Steve on 07518471142 or Colin on 07968061887. Shotokan Karate Club in Eggbuckland Community college Drama studio on Wednesday evenings from 7.00 to 8.30 for all ages and grades. . An authentic Japanese art, all Instructors DBS checked, safeguarding and first aid trained. Contact Georgina on 07807184279. Children’s Shotokan Karate Class in St Budeaux parish church hall, specifically for ages 7 to 12 years old, parents can train alongside their children in a relaxed and friendly environment. All Instructors DBS checked, safeguarding and first aid trained.

Saturday mornings 10am to 11am Contact Georgina on 07807184279 Tea Morning Wednesdays Plymouth Unitarian Cafe 10am - 12 noon. Why not drop in for a bit of relaxation, a cuppa, knitting, a game, some reading or colouring? Or just have a sit down and rest. Dementia friendly. Tea/coffee and a

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biscuit 60p. All money taken goes to our charities for the year, Plymouth Samaritans and the Smile Train The Specials Wednesday Club For adults with learning disabilities. YMCA Plymouth, Honicknowle Lane from 6pm to 8pm £3 per week.

Further information www.sopd.org.uk The Arts Society South Devon We are part of The Arts Society, the National Association, and have about 250 members. We hold monthly evening lectures on a wide range of Arts topics, occasional morning lectures, Study Days, Tours, Visits and Concert visits. We would be pleased to welcome new members and introductory guest visits are available. See website for programme information and other details (www.theartssocietysouthdevon. org.uk) or contact Jim Stevens, Membership Secretary (jst74@hotmail.co.uk).

Tai Chi Beginners Classes Various dates Established in Plymouth since 1995. A friendly group covering all aspects of Tai Chi training for health and well being. Tai Chi is a gentle way to exercise and build strength. For those more keen, it is a complete form of body and mind martial arts system from ancient China suitable for all ages 5 to 95! To get more information, please drop into the class held every Tuesday 6.45pm at Mount Street Primary School, Greenbank, or any other class advertised on www.wutan-plymouth.co.uk.

Tel. 07949 839088 Tamar Valley Westerners Sundays Established for more than 20 years, Tamar Valley Westerners run a country and western evening and line dancing at the Hyde Park Social Club from 8pm to 11pm. Live entertainment every week with a brilliant atmosphere, all types of dancing and bar for refreshments. Members £5, non members £6. All welcome.

The Pythagorean Society First Friday of the month held at Plymouth Natural Health & Healing Centre, Outland Road, PL2 3PY. 7 pm – 9 pm. We have a different topic each month with a guest speaker, covering a wide range of esoteric subjects. Please see our website for details www.pythagoreansociety.wordpress.net or email mail@pythagoreansociety.net The Plymouth Regional Head & Neck Cancer Support Group Our group is specifically aimed at head and neck patients, their partners and/or carers. Our support group will also welcome anyone who wishes to join us for whatever reason. You don’t have to be a cancer patient to join us but those cancer patients without a support group of their own will be made especially welcome. Due to the nature of this particular disease, most of our members are from the older age group.

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Smeaton’s Tower is turned green for NSPCC campaign

Smeaton’s Tower turned green at the beginning of December to raise awareness of the NSPCC’s Christmas campaign, focusing on neglect.

‘Light For Every Childhood’ aims to highlight those children experiencing neglect through the Christmas period and the rest of the year.

The NSPCC Helpline hears from around 55 concerned adults every day on average about children being left unsupervised or with inadequate living conditions, clothing or food.

Julie Campbell, NSPCC local campaigns manager said: “We’re absolutely thrilled that Smeaton’s Tower turned green to help us shine a light on every childhood.

“By highlighting the issue of neglect, we hope more children who aren’t having their most basic needs met can get the help they need.

“We all have a responsibility to keep children safe - neglect is the most common form of child abuse, with one in 10 children experiencing it.

“It affects children in all communities and from all backgrounds, but so often neglect goes unnoticed, leaving children feeling alone with nowhere to turn.”

The NSPCC’s Schools Service team helps teach primary school children about neglect. Speak Out Stay Safe assemblies were delivered to more than 6,000 primary school children across Plymouth during the last academic year.

The NSPCC’s Plymouth Service Centre delivers therapeutic services for children who have been affected by sexual abuse, and for children displaying harmful sexual behaviour.

The children’s charity has teamed up with Plymouth City Council and other child protection agencies in the city to work on a programme of work, called Together for Childhood, which aims to prevent child sexual abuse.

Information about how to support Light for Every Childhood can be found at www.nspcc.org.uk/ christmas

NSPCC also released figures on December 4 showing that the number of child cruelty and neglect offences reported by Devon & Cornwall Police increased four-fold in five years, up from 78 in 2012 to 320 in 2017 Adults worried about the welfare of a child can call the NSPCC helpline on 0808 800 5000. It provides specialised 24/7 support and advice for anyone with concerns about a child’s safety or wellbeing.

Children who have a concern or worry can contact Childline on 0800 1111 or childline.org.uk. Both helplines are available 365 days a year and free to call. Callers can remain anonymous if they wish.

somewhere away from the clinical environment. We might also be able to help with transport if necessary.

Please contact: Geoff Read on (01752) 563 800 or email Secretary.PlymouthHNC@gmail.com

to 12 noon. The Burrator Inn, Dousland, nr Yelverton Tuesdays 10am to 12 noon. Easy car parking at both venues. For more information call Janet on 07742 983311

Watercolour Art Sessions for Adults Thursdays Beginner and experienced artists welcome.

Chaddlewood Farm Community Centre Thursdays 10am

Yankee Yoga Various days All abilities yoga classes set to sweet tunes.

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National Trust Plymouth St Peter’s Lutheran Church, 19 Larkham Lane, Plympton. Meetings are held on the last Wednesday of the month at 2pm. For more information regarding membership please contact Judy Unitt on 01752 290437 or email judy.ntt@gmail.com Plymouth and District Parkinson’s Group Gentle exercise led by a fully trained physiotherapist every week at four locations. Tuesdays 10.30-12 noon at St Bartholomew’s Church Hall Milehouse contact 556651; Tuesdays 10.15-11.45 at Plymstock United Church Plymstock Road: contact 402340; Wednesdays 10.30-12 noon at Mount Gould Methodist Church Hall: contact 560289; Wednesdays 1.15pm-2.45pm at Emmanuel Church Hall Mannamead: contact 768890.

A monthly meeting is held on the second Tuesday of every month at Emmanuel Church Hall; Monthly Drop In with Dance Session: Contact 55665; Carers coffee meet first Monday of the month: contact 704075. Other activities include lunches, outings, and an annual holiday Dartmoor Rambling Club The Dartmoor Rambling Club is a long established Rambling Club based in Plymouth. We have a regular programme of walks on alternate Wednesdays and at some weekends. The Wednesday walks generally use public transport from Plymouth City Centre to the start of the walk. Wednesday walks are usually about 8 to 10 miles on Dartmoor or on the coast and are taken at a pace to suit the participants. The weekend walks may use cars for transport and may go a little further afield. We are a small group looking to welcome new members. Our annual subscription is just £5. We can email you our programme if you email johnskinner@ tinyworld or more details can be obtained by phoning John (Chairman) on 01752 782454, John (Treasurer) on 01752 218476 or Ron (member) on 01752 674230.

Plymouth City Roller Derby Roller Derby is in your city and recruiting now! The only Roller Derby club in the West Devon - East Cornwall region, Plymouth City Roller Derby has been an active bouting club since 2010, achieving a clean sweep of wins for our female travel team at all our 2018 British Championship bouts. We are a skater owned and operated CIC and accepting new starters. Roller Derby is a full contact sport, participants must be 18+. sessions Wednesdays 8-10pm at YMCA John Kitto for all new recruits, 1st taster session free, £5 per session thereafter. 2nd session 2 participants for the price of one if bringing a friend. No skating experience required to begin. see www.plymouthcityrollerderby.co.uk/ join-us for more details.

Shakespeare children visit pantomime - thanks to Honicknowle councillors Labour Councillors Mark Lowry, Pam Buchan and Pete Smith, gave £600 to Shakespeare Primary School in Honicknowle, to help send the pupils to experience theatre in the city centre, free of charge, watching Dick Whittington.

Karen Menis, headteacher at Shakespeare Primary School, said: “The pantomime is a firm favourite! This supports the children's understanding of traditional tales, the difference between live and recorded performances, as well as immersing them in the magic of theatre. Thank you to our local councillors who have supported the funding of the trip this year, enabling pupils to attend the pantomime, which would be 'out of reach' for many of our families.”

Shakespeare Primary School is committed to providing a varied, enriching curriculum for its pupils, including taking the children, free of charge, to see a live theatrical performance every two years. Ward councillors recognise that this enables every child to experience a high quality performance and to enjoy what the city has to offer, regardless of their family circumstances.

Cllr Mark Lowry, Cabinet Member for the city centre, said: “We have a vibrant city centre and wealth of venues for performing arts in Plymouth, which should be accessible to residents in Honicknowle. We’re delighted to help the children of Shakespeare Primary experience this seasonal treat and cultural experience.”

Cllr Pam Buchan said: “When I visited the school before the summer holidays, I was blown away by the quality of the school and the hard working ethos displayed by all the children. It can be difficult for families to get into the city and take a trip to the theatre, but I think every child deserves to have a cultural opportunity like this.”

Cllr Pete Smith, Cabinet Member in charge of Culture, said: “Research consistently shows the advantages that children and young people receive from access to the arts, in their school education, such as the likelihood of going on to attend university, to vote and to secure employment as adults. These benefits should not be restricted to young people from affluent areas or to the families that can afford to pay for them.

As Labour ward councillors, Mark, Pam and I are all in complete support of Shakespeare Primary

School’s work to broaden access to the arts for their pupils.”

Shakespeare Primary School prides itself on providing opportunities for all children to take part in drama, music and the arts, across the curriculum. Emphasis is placed on Oracy, across all curriculum subjects, giving children the opportunity to communicate and have their voice heard, whilst developing their confidence to speak aloud. Attending the pantomime biannually, provides the children with inspiration and raises their aspirations for their own performances that include: class assemblies, Christmas productions,

Harvest celebrations and a leavers show in Year 6.

Karen Menis added: “Shakespeare Primary School truly values the arts, alongside the core curriculum subjects, and look for opportunities to embed the arts within all curriculum areas. Pupils embrace opportunities to express themselves in a wide range of different genres. Visiting the theatre as a whole school gives an equal opportunity for all to experience and enjoy the awe and wonder that comes from a visit to the theatre at this magical time of year. Previous visits have inspired some high quality outcomes for pupils across the whole school.”

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Artist Ramona Peters

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The first commission for The Box’s major ‘Mayflower 400: Legend and Legacy’ exhibition is its first-ever work by a Wampanoag artist.

Ramona Peters, who specialises in traditional ceramics, will create a new cooking pot based on historic Wampanoag designs.

Peters, also known as Nosapocket, is a member of the Mashpee Wampanoag Nation. As a potter, she has helped revive traditional Wampanoag clay craft from the 1600s.

The Wampanoag, also known as the People of the First Light, are one of the many Nations of people who lived all over North America long before the Europeans arrived.

Today there are two Wampanoag Nations in Massachusetts – the Mashpee and Aquinnah. Together they have a population of just over 5,000 people.

Peters and Wampanaog cultural agency SmokeSygnals will work with The Box over the next year to realise the piece before bringing the cooking pot to Plymouth for 2020.

Nicola Moyle, head of Heritage, Art and Film at The Box said: “This is a significant and symbolic commission for The Box and the city, as well as an opportunity for us to showcase traditional Wampanoag craftsmanship. Working with the Wampanoag, whose ancestors met the passengers of the Mayflower 400 years ago, helps us understand the past and the present and explore the legacy of the Mayflower story.”

Artist Ramona Peters said: “My work allows me the honour of reviving my ancestors’ art through time and the pot is a representation of a 1600s Wampanoag cooking pot like the ones that were used inside traditional family dwellings.”

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In the ‘Mayflower 400: Legend and Legacy’ exhibition, the cooking pot will be displayed alongside historic Wampanoag materials, which are coming on loan from the National Museum of the American Indian in Washington.

Once the exhibition is over the pot will become part of the city’s permanent collections. The funding for it has come from the Friends of the City Museum and Art Gallery (FCMAG).

Dr Stefan Aloszko, chair of FCMAG said: “We are really pleased to be able to support The Box’s first artistic collaboration with the Wampanoag people and can’t wait to see it on display in an exhibition that we feel is going to help change perceptions of the Mayflower story.”

The ‘Mayflower 400: Legend and Legacy’ exhibition will be on display at The Box from April 2020 to late summer/early autumn 2021. It will explore early English attempts to colonise America, recognise conflict and coexistence with Native America, address the political and religious context for the sailing of the Mayflower in 1620, detail the lives of its passengers, and consider the cultural, demographic and personal legacies of the story.

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The name of the UK’s largest bronze sculpture which will be installed outside Theatre Royal Plymouth in Spring 2019 has been revealed. Sculptor Joseph Hillier has formally named the piece ‘Messenger’.

The monumental sculpture catches a young actor in mid-performance, embodying the energy and creativity at the heart of the Theatre Royal and cultural life in Plymouth. Standing at seven metres (23ft) tall, nine metres (30ft) wide and weighing in at nine and a half tonnes, Messenger is the largest lost wax bronze sculpture to be cast in the UK and by far the largest bronze sculpture by volume at 25.6 metres cubed.

Joseph Hillier said: “The title Messenger refers to the pivotal role the performer takes to breathe life into the words of a writer and the intent of a director.”

Hillier’s inspiration for the sculpture

came from a split-second pose struck by an actor during rehearsals for Othello, Theatre Royal Plymouth’s award-winning and explosive co-production with Frantic Assembly in 2014.

The sculpture has been created using 3D scans taken from the actor, who was poised, before bursting forward into the choreographed chaos of the play.

Messenger is currently in the process of being created at the Castle Fine Art Foundry in the tiny Welsh village of Llanrhaeadr Ym Mochnant, using the ancient technique of lost wax casting.

More than 200 bronze panels have been individually cast and are in the process of being welded together by master craftsmen and women to create the giant figure.

On schedule for completion in the New Year, the sculpture will be installed and unveiled to the public in Spring 2019.

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Derriford’s £30 million Emergency Care boost

Forder Valley Link Road takes next major step

Management and staff at Derriford Hospital are celebrating after it was announced that it has been awarded £30 million to build a new Urgent and Emergency Care Hub. However, building work will not start until 2020.

Plymouth’s Forder Valley Link Road has reached another major milestone, with the final business case being given the green light for submission to the Department for Transport (DfT).

After months of detailed planning and design work the business case will be submitted in January and hopefully release a £22.56 million investment earmarked for the scheme.

The Forder Valley Link Road will create an additional route from the east of the city to the north, avoiding the often heavily congested Manadon Roundabout and A386 Tavistock Road.

This will not only reduce journey times and improve traffic flow between the A38 and Derriford but also provide essential infrastructure needed to unlock growth in the north of the city, identified in the Plymouth and South West Devon Joint Local Plan.

The new link will make it easier to get to destinations such as Derriford Hospital, the University of St Mark and St John and Plymouth Science Park, open up the potential for new bus links from the east of the city and

Artist’s impression of the new link road

provide safer walking and cycling routes.

Planning permission was granted in July and most of the pre-construction civil engineering and design work is now complete, along with more detailed costings.

The total delivery cost of the scheme has increased to an estimated £54.78m, mainly due to unfavourable ground conditions being detected during investigations and an increase in the width of the main link road, which will require more biodiversity measures such as hedgerow, vegetation and tree planting and wildlife habitats.

Work to reduce these costs is ongoing and different construction options and funding opportunities are being explored to make savings wherever possible.

Councillor Mark Coker, Cabinet Member for Strategic Transport and Infrastructure, said: “The Forder Valley Link Road will provide vital extra capacity on Plymouth’s road network and help deliver new jobs and homes in the north of the city.

“A great deal of work has gone into scoping and costing the scheme and preparing a strong business case that will hopefully secure the funding already earmarked for this regionally significant infrastructure project.”

A decision is expected from the DfT this Spring and if funding is approved further details about the scheme and construction will be released then. The scheme has already been successful in securing £4.7m from Highways England.

New pond dipping site for Ernesettle residents Plymouth Honicknowle Labour Councillors Mark Lowry and Pam Buchan have given £1000 to the residents of Ernesettle, via the Active Neighbourhoods Project, to provide a community pond dipping facility in Budshead Woods. The platform will be installed in early 2019.

The Active Neighbourhoods Project is funded by the Big Lottery Fund for three years, and has received other pots of money including from local councillors. It is a partnership between the Natural Infrastructure Team of Plymouth City Council, Devon Wildlife Trust and Plymouth Public Health. The project has established 'Friends' groups to take over when the project ends in 2019, creating local community ownership and improving the quality of green spaces.

Ernesettle resident, Raymond Morton, has volunteered with the Active Neighbourhoods Project since it began and is a warden of Budshead Woods at Ernesettle.

“I've been an Active Neighbourhoods Project volunteer for three years,” Ray said. “During that time we’ve repaired nature trails and steps, cleared paths and laid hedges, made bat and bird boxes, and been joined by scouts and local

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“We've performed wildlife surveys with Ivybridge Dove, Plymouth Evolve volunteers and local schoolchildren, and run free family events during the school holidays to encourage families to make the most of their local green spaces. I’ve trained as a Walking for Health Walk Leader with Livewell Plymouth and ran some successful walks, particularly along the recently rejuvenated Ernesettle Headland Path. It’s been a team effort, working across Plymouth and has really helped to spur my interest and knowledge in wildlife flora and fauna.”

The Active Neighbourhoods Project has worked at five green spaces in Plymouth: Budshead Wood, Ernesettle Creek, Kings Tamerton Wood, Efford Marsh and Teats Hill.

Cllr Mark Lowry said: “We’re lucky to have volunteers like Ray in Ernesettle to help lead community initiatives like this one and raise awareness of the

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value of our local environment. I hope that everybody living in the area, particularly families with young children, will take advantage of these pond dipping facilities when they’re ready. Thanks to Ray and all the volunteers for working so hard on this project, and so many others in the area.”

Cllr Pam Buchan said: “I’m really keen on local environments being used by the community and taken good care of. Healthy green and blue places are good for our wellbeing.

There is lots of scientific research showing the benefits for our fitness from getting active outdoors, and connecting with the natural world undoubtedly makes us happier.

“Ernesettle is an area with a fantastic natural environment, with the tidal Ernesettle Creek bordering the Tamar Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, and along the creek, the Budshead Wood nature reserve. The Active Neighbourhoods Project has helped improve access to these areas with better paths and tidier hedges. Our donation will help people find out what lives in freshwater ponds and get up close and personal with local wildlife.”

A further £12 million is being invested in new diagnostic scanners and digital histopathology across Devon and Cornwall. The bulk of the money will be used to build a state-of-the art integrated facility, replacing the existing Emergency Department at Derriford Hospital.

The existing Emergency Department was built in the late 1970s, with cubicles to treat 120 patients per day.

Over the last 40 years, with a growing and ageing population, demand for emergency are has increased considerably and the physical space required has changed dramatically.

Chief executive Ann James said: “As a Major Trauma Centre and specialist hospital, we require more space, people and technology within the department to deliver care to the critically ill and injured. This means our existing facilities are no longer big enough.

“Although some improvements have been made since 1970, our staff regularly see and care for 300 plus people per day in a unit that can quickly become cramped and overcrowded.

“This new hub will allow us to meet the increasing health and care needs of people who use our urgent and emergency services from Plymouth and beyond.

“The bid for a new Emergency Department has been a long time in development and many people have worked really hard behind the scenes to make it happen. It has been a real team effort on behalf of the whole local health and care community and we’re thrilled.”

Labour MP Luke Pollard said: “At last, ministers have started to realise that they cannot keep underfunding Plymouth’s NHS. I’ve spent time alongside Derriford’s amazing doctors, nurses and support staff in the Emergency Department and their dedication and professionalism is unmatched.

“The problem is that the facilities and building they work in is dated and desperately needs investment.

The £30m boost will give our city the Emergency Department we really need, want and deserve.

“This has been a cross-party effort backing Ann James and her team at Derriford. All the credit for winning this money needs to go to Ann and her team at Derriford who has spearheaded this campaign with the city’s MPs acting in support.”

Cllr Tudor Evans, Leader of Plymouth City Council, said: “This is an important investment for local people and for those who use these services from across Devon and Cornwall.

“I would like to acknowledge the campaigning on behalf of the hospital by the council and by our local MPs on a cross-party basis to win this much needed investment.”

Chronicle in Derriford and North Plymouth will be published on February 8, with a copy deadline of January 28.

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