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A business based in North Plymouth is set to expand and create more than 40 new jobs after Plymouth City Council sold a five acre plot of land to the company. FULL DETAILS ON PAGE 2
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Search and rescue (SAR) helicopters bound for Derriford hospital have landed at Bickleigh Barracks, in Plymouth, the home of 42 Commando Royal Marines, for the first time. The Plymouth based Royal Marines offered their football pitch as a landing site after the hospital lost the use of their previous site at the nearby University of St Mark & St John. The first landing took place in January when an RAF Rescue Sea King, from Chivenor based 22 Squadron (A Flight), landed to transfer a casualty from elsewhere to a waiting ambulance. Sea Kings are too large for the current landing site at the hospital and require an ambulance to transport casualties over the final leg of their journey. A £2 million plan was announced in
September to build a new helipad at the hospital which will be capable of handling the huge SAR helicopters. The regular SAR landings will be just another feature of daily life at the busy Bickleigh Barracks as marines there prepare to leave for imminent training exercises in the icy temperatures of northern Norway. 42 Commando Royal Marines are one of three deployable units which form the global reach of 3 Commando Brigade.
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Land deal helps to secure and create jobs Plymouth City Council has sold a five acre plot of land at Plymouth International Medical and Technology Park to HellermannTyton, securing existing jobs and the company’s future in Plymouth.
Recently HellermannTyton had identified a need to expand their operation to meet growing demand. At this point the international company could have chosen to expand their business at one of several sites in the UK or at another of their world-wide locations.
HellermannTyton is one of the world’s leading suppliers of products for fastening, fixing and protecting cables, and has been operating a manufacturing site from their current location at Plymouth’s Medical and Technology Park since 2009.
Having selected Plymouth as their preferred location for expansion, Plymouth City Council secured their future in the city by selling them the plot at Plymouth International Medical and Technology Park, next to their existing facility.
The company operates in 34 countries around the world and has two manufacturing bases in the UK, one of them in Plymouth.
Plymouth City Council Leader, Tudor Evans, said: “I am delighted that the sale of this land at the Medical and Technology Park will secure the future of
HellermannTyton currently employ around 120 people in Plymouth.
HellermannTyton as an important business in the city. Safeguarding and creating jobs is the top priority for the city council. This land sale will do both.”
The council acquired the land at Plymouth International Medical and Technology Park from the South West Regional Development Agency in 2011. This land which is adjacent to HellermanTyton’s current site in Plymouth is now likely to be developed in two phases and create an additional 45 jobs. HellermanTyton intend to develop the site with an initial building of up to 4500 square metres including office, development, manufacturing and logistics space. They hope to follow this with a second phase on the northern part of the site.
Police, councillors and officials praise ‘bravery’ of residents
Closure order on Manadon flat after anti-social Skills Group’s donation to behaviour British Heart Foundation
Hayley Pollard and Stacey Smalley from the British Heart Foundation and Darren Pomfret from Contour Brickwork, outside the BHF shop in Cornwall Street
A closure order has been granted on a flat in Manadon following repeated complaints of anti-social behaviour.
Devon and Cornwall Police applied to Plymouth Magistrates Court for a closure order on 27 Hilton Avenue, Manadon following repeated complaints from neighbours about anti-social behaviour by tenant Colin Prouse, 47. They have been supported in the order by Plymouth Community Homes, who own the property, and Plymouth City Council.
Class A drugs The Order was brought due to extensive evidence that the property is associated with class A drugs and the anti-social behaviour associated with class A drugs. It follows the introduction of the new Anti-Social Behaviour, Crime and Policing Act 2014 in October. Councillor Chris Penberthy, Cabinet Member for Co-operatives, Housing and Community Safety for Plymouth City Council, said: “This granting of this Closure Order at Hilton Avenue gives a clear message that anti-social behaviour will not be tolerated in Plymouth, and demonstrates what can be achieved when everyone works together. “The courage of the residents in coming forward and giving evidence about antisocial behaviour was the catalyst that made this happen. “We are pleased to be able to work together with the people in the local community to respond to their concerns in this way.” Superintendent Chris Singer from Devon and Cornwall Police said: “The closure order highlights the determination of Devon and Cornwall Police to take positive action against antisocial behaviour when necessary. “Police have shared residents’ concerns about this address for some time and have used this new legislation to good effect to help those residents whose lives have been blighted by unacceptable antisocial behaviour from this property for many years.
“The new Anti-Social Behaviour, Crime and Policing Act helps us build on the solid foundations we have in Plymouth and strong history of partnership working and we will continue to work jointly with the council and PCH to tackle any reports of problems.
“Antisocial behaviour significantly impacts people’s quality of life and this can only be tackled by working with partner agencies and the residents themselves. “If anyone is suffering similar problems within their neighbourhood we would urge them not to suffer in silence and to come forward to talk to police or report concerns anonymously through Crimestoppers.” Clive Turner, chief executive of Plymouth Community Homes, said: “Our aim is always to try and work within the community and with the tenant involved before going to court to remove someone from their home.
Local independent training provider, Skills Group, has donated £2,115 to the British Heart Foundation, following a charity prize draw at the recent Skillsball. The Skillsball is an annual event that Skills Group organises to thank the many local employers that have apprentices with the training provider. As part of the evening a charity prize draw is held. The winning ticket holder gets to choose the charity that benefits from the fundraising. This year’s winning ticket holder was Darren Pomfret of Plymouth based Contour Brickwork. Darren said: “The British Heart Foundation was a personal
choice. A colleague’s brother had excellent care following a heart bypass at the age of 35, and the ongoing support means he is still with us today.” Mark Boulting, managing director of Skills Group, said: “I’d like to thank all the Skills Group guests for digging deep! We raised more money in the charity prize draw than we did last year and it is going to a great cause.” Stacey Smalley, community fundraising manager for the British Heart Foundation in Devon and Cornwall, said: “I am delighted to be accepting this donation from Skills Group, and thankful to Darren and Contour Brickwork for nominating the Foundation as the beneficiary of the Skillsball charity prize draw.”
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“Legal action is always a last resort for us, we look at early intervention projects and remedies before taking that route. Mainstone Community Centre has a busy programme of events coming up in 2015. “However, anti-social behaviour is something we take very seriously and it Weekly Wednesday Night Bingo sessions at 7.30pm offer prize money - depending on is not acceptable for our residents to feel attendance - plus refreshments and a weekly raffle. intimidated in their homes and immediate Thursday features a FANS (friends and neighbours) coffee afternoon from 2pm to 4pm neighbourhood. where visitors can do as much or as little as they like. Just a chat and a cup of coffee or “We have made a public pledge to provide craft making, line dancing, singing, in fact anything that people suggest they might like a high quality ASB service, putting the to do. There are regular speakers, coach trips and theatre trips. victims at the heart of any action we take. The popular monthly craft fairs start on Sunday February 8 from 11am to 3pm. A table Everyone has the right to live peacefully can be booked for £6. For more details ring Pat on 01752302923. It’s free entry to and safely in their home and community. customers with free parking and refreshments available all day.
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“In this instance, residents at Hilton Avenue were subjected to anti-social behaviour which had a terrible impact on their quality of life, including unwanted visitors and noise at all hours, and which left them afraid. “We would like to acknowledge the bravery of those local residents who gave evidence in this case to allow the legal action to go ahead, resulting in a safer community. “The closure will stop people gathering at the address and we are now seeking a possession order to make sure the problem is fully resolved.”
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Southway Playcare After School and Holiday Club Southway Community Centre, Southway PL6 6TB. After school club from 3pm £5 per hour; holiday sessions 8am to 6pm £18 per day; 10am to 6pm £12; 8am to 3pm £12; 10am to 3pm £8. Ofsted Reg No EY398796. Daily sessions throughout the summer holidays. For details contact Hayley or Wendy on 01752 703581. The Imaginators Various dates Plymouth City Museum & Art Gallery Fun, free sessions for pre-school children and their parents/carers. 10.30am to 11.30am on Wednesdays during term time. Advance booking is essential on 304665. Coffee Morning Jan 31 A coffee morning with cake-stall will be held in the Annex of Emmanuel Church in Mannamead from 10.30am to 12 noon. The proceeds of this event will go to the Shekinah Drop In Centre in Stonehouse. Everyone is welcome. Wild about Plymouth: Wriggly Rascals Jan 31 See creepy crawly specimens from the City Museum and Art Gallery’s collections and enjoy some fun mini beast craft activities. Then listen to author Celia Warren as she reads poems from her recently published book ‘Don’t Poke a Worm till It Wriggles’, plus other such as ‘Alex the Ant’. Little Shop of Horrors Feb 5 - 7 The Plymouth Theatre Youth Company burst on the stage at the Devonport Playhouse with the comedy horror show set in a flower shop in Downtown New York. One of the plants develops an unusual taste. Can she be satisfied and how does that help the nerdy Seymour win the heart of his beloved Audrey?” For tickets contact the Box Office on 01752 560726 or visit www.plymouththeatrecompany.com Charity Rock N Roll Evening Feb 6 Organised by the Friends of Ford Park Cemetery at the Royal British Legion Club, Crownhill featuring DJ Mike Hayward starting at 8pm. Tickets cost £4 in advance and can be obtained from the Cemetery Office (weekdays only) on Plymouth 665442 (10 am - 3pm) or £5 on the night. There will be a bar available. Glamour@Devonport Guildhall Feb 8 Get ready for Valentines weekend with a touch of glamour. There will stalls selling jewellery, fashion accessories, skincare and make up products. Alternative therapies and healthy living will be on hand too. You will also have the opportunity to have hair treatments, nail and hand treats, manicures, make overs, foot treatments and massages – you can’t afford to miss it. Get glammed up, relaxed and slip into something gorgeous ready for your weekend to come! The event is open from 10am to 4pm and is free to visitors.For further information please visit www.leapsw.com or if you are interested in trading, please contact Annette Laurie 07802 896505 or email her at annette.laurie@blueyonder.co.uk Devonport Guildhall Monthly Food and Craft Market Feb 14, March 14 Devonport Guildhall Come down for plenty of seasonal, locally sourced food, alongside a wide selection of craft supplies, gifts, and activities for all the family. Entry to the market is completely free of charge, giving customers an opportunity to spend more on tasty food and gifts for themselves or others, and free parking is available outside. Art Exhibition Feb 19 to 21 Trinity United Reformed Church is holding its annual Art Exhibition in February with paintings by local artists on sale. The exhibition is open from 10am to 6pm on February 19 and 20 and 10am to 3pm on February 21. Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland Feb 19 to 21 Presented by Western College Players at the Devonport Playhouse. Performances daily at 7.30pm with a 2.30pm Saturday matinee. Tickets priced at £10 adults, £9 OAPs and £8 children - will be available on the door - or on 01752 299938. More details on www.westerncollegeplayers.com or on Facebook and Twitter. Food, Gift and Craft Market Feb 21 Tasty treats, local produce, unique gifts and crafts - all on your doorstep. Come and support your local traders at the exciting Food, Gift & Craft Market, surrounded by lots of independent shops at the pedestrianised Plymstock
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Plymouth Albion host the world champions as England face Italy at Brickfields
England’s best young rugby stars will be playing the first home game of the Six Nations Under 20s tournament in Plymouth. Plymouth Albion will be hosting England Under 20s the current world champions - for the match against Italy Under 20s at the Brickfields Stadium. The star-studded match takes place on Friday February 13, with kick off at 7.45pm and a bumper crowd is expected to get behind England. Italian themed pre-match hospitality in the Midas Marquee is available with table bookings now being taken. For £60 per head the package includes a three course Italian themed meal with cheeseboard, a ground ticket to the game and a souvenir programme. Gates and bars open from 5pm and hospitality meals will be served at 6pm. Food and drinks will be available for drop-in advice at 18 Wilton Street, Stoke for any parent/ carer of child/children with additional needs either diagnosed or still going through the process who can get to us. Anyone interested can contact 07599 996389. Pensioners and 50 Plus Action Group Every second Friday We are a growing group of people (over the age of fifty) who meet every second Friday of the month. We usually have speakers, from local Members of Parliament, to companies like South West Water and local councillors etc. Meetings are held in the Wolseley Trust Community Building in Wolseley Road, Plymouth (next door to Sylvia’s Café), behind the Co-operative and Lidl Superstores, just down from Milehouse traffic lights. We welcome anyone over the age of 50 to attend these meetings, and the social events, so come and meet us and see what we do. For further details please contact Mrs Margaret Williams on 01752 350498. Emmanuel Tea Break Fridays, weekly at 2pm New members welcome to join our club for mainly over 60’s, meeting at Emmanuel Church Hall, Mannamead, on Fridays at 2pm. We offer a varied programme of indoor activities and occasional trips out. For more details call Mike on 669408 or Richard on 707894 Tothill Sequence Dance Club Saturdays Up to date dances at Tothill Community Centre every Saturday from 7.30pm to 10pm. Leaders Peter and Dorothy Wheatley. Admission £3. Contact Bill 01752 667484, Sue 01752 651004 or Dorothy 01752 260193. Duke of Edinburgh’s Award Every Monday Compton Duke of Edinburgh’s Award Group for young people aged 14 to 23 years. Meet 7.30pm at Compton Methodist Church. Details 01752 706056. 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
around the ground during the under 20s game including curries, pasties and other tasty bites. Spectators who attend the international match on Friday will also get £5 off a ticket for Plymouth Albion’s crucial match against London Scottish on Sunday February 15, kick off at 3pm. The international match and Albion’s game against London Scottish are among the highlights of a busy weekend’s entertainment at the Brickfields. The Plymouth Albion clubhouse will be opening at 1pm on Saturday February 14 to show the Six Nations games England v Italy at 2.30pm and Ireland v France at 5pm. On Sunday February 15 Scotland v Wales will be shown after the Plymouth Albion v London Scottish game. For more information visit the Albion website at www.plymouthalbion.com Arrows Kids Club Thursdays Held at Plymouth Methodist Central Hall every Thursday in term time. 6.30pm-8pm for all children aged 7-11 years. (Please note the Drake Circus Mall opposite the church is open till 8pm on Thursdays.) Games, Craft, tuck shop, Bible stories .. lots of fun. Only 50p per week. Aden Veterans Calling all Aden Veterans. Did you know that the Aden Veterans Plymouth Branch meets every fourth Tuesday of the month at the RAOB Club in North Hill at 7.30pm. Why not go along and meet like-minded people. Lipson Lions Junior Hockey Club Training every Wednesday 6pm until 7pm at Lipson Community College. Currently need players of all age groups and ability particularly girls. Age groups 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, and 9. First two visits are free. Go along and try it. Details from Samantha on 0790 555 2318. Pennycross Sequence Dance Club Meets at the Holy Family Church Hall, Beacon Park Road, Plymouth. Mondays 6.30pm beginners class with step by step instruction. 7.45pm sequence dance. Fridays at 7.30pm for sequence dance. Keep Fit Classes Wednesdays Jackie Hamlin’s ladies keep fit class Wednesdays 10.15am - 11.15am or 6pm - 7pm at Hyde Park Social Club KFA registered, insured, low fees. Contact Jackie on 01752 672685. All proceeds to Alzheimer’s Society. Baby & Toddler Group Every Friday Lipson Vale Primary School between 9.15am and 10.30am. New families welcome. Please call Kate Timonthy or Elaine Bromhead on 01752 224801. Plymouth Shakespeare Society Meets twice a month from September to May at the Burgess Hall (behind the Unitarian Church) Notte Street, Plymouth from 7.30 - 9.30 p.m. Everyone welcome. Further details call 257764. Twins, Triplets or more Support group held on a Tuesday morning 10am-12pm at Surestart Children’s Centre, 25 Manor Street, Stonehouse, (Tel 208650) or a Friday morning 10am -12pm at Sir John
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`• continued from page 4 Broadway between 10am and 4pm. There is free parking for visitors and the event is free to the public. Many traders are local to the Plymstock area and you can support Plymstock’ s own Guinea Pig Rescue as well.For further information please visit www.leapsw.com or if you are interested in trading, please contact Annette Laurie 07802 896505 or email her at annette.laurie@blueyonder.co.uk Ten Tors Orchestra Feb 28 Theatre 1, Roland Levinsky Building As part of the Peninsula Arts Contemporary Music Festival 2015: BioMusic. With Simon Ible as conductor. Programme includes Eduardo R Miranda: Corpus Callosum, Alexis Kirke: Orchestral Processing Unit. Full Festival details from www. pacmf.co.uk Disney’s Beauty & The Beast Junior Mar 5 to 7 The classic story is presented by DJR School of Performing Arts at Devonport Playhouse nightly at 7.30pm with a Saturday matinee at 4pm. Featuring Immy Bedaton as Belle and Matt Smith as the Beast. Tickets Adults £8 and concessions: £7 Family ticket: £25 and Block bookings: £6 each Box Office: 07856723225 Charity Concert - Celebrating Young Performers Mar 15 Showcasing some of the city’s brightest talent. Organised by Plymouth Soroptimists and the Rotary Club of Plympton the Celebrating Young Performers Concert will be at Plymouth University’s Roland Levinsky Theatre at 7pm. The concert will be introduced by David Webb, the Plymouth-born operatic tenor who wants to give something back to Plymouth. David, probably best known as a member of the ‘pop’ opera quartet Amore will be singing a duet with talented young singer Alice Vickery, who has just been awarded her first professional contract by the Plymouth Music Accord. The concert will raise funds for the Devon Air Ambulance and Royal Marines Charitable Trust. For further information/ tickets please contact 01752 774401 or visit www.plymsorop. org.uk Plymouth Scale Model Show 2015 March 21 Plymouth Guildhall This annual show, hosted by three local model clubs, will take place at the Guildhall in March. Numerous clubs from around the South West (and beyond) will be displaying their talents in scale model making. Various traders will also be there selling models, paints, tools and much more. Food, Gift and Craft Market Mar 21 Tasty treats, local produce, unique gifts and crafts - all on your doorstep. Come and support your local traders at the exciting Food, Gift & Craft Market, surrounded by lots of independent shops at the pedestrianised Plymstock Broadway between 10am and 4pm. There is free parking for visitors and the event is free to the public. Many traders are local to the Plymstock area and you can support Plymstock’ s own Guinea Pig Rescue as well.For further information please visit www.leapsw.com or if you are interested in trading, please contact Annette Laurie 07802 896505 or email her at annette.laurie@blueyonder.co.uk Jeanie Moore 22nd International Concert Series Mar 27 Featuring supremely talented guitarists Pete Oxley and Nick Meier – the Oxley-Meier International Guitar Duo – in the Ballroom at the Duke and guests will be able to enjoy a pre-concert dinner in the restaurant served from 6.30pm, with the concert starting at 8pm in the Ballroom. Tickets and further information from 01752 770345 or via email at jeanie@jeaniemooremvo.co.uk For more information about events at the Duke of Cornwall Hotel visit www. thedukeofcornwall.co.uk Tel 01752 275850. Wildlife Photographer of the Year Mar 28 to May 30 Plymouth City Museum & Art Gallery Witness the Natural History Museum’s annual exhibition which celebrates the drama and splendour of the natural world, with striking, creative and thought-provoking wildlife photography. This year’s exhibition marks the 50th anniversary and blends new and historic award-winning images to tell the story of how photographing the natural world has changed. With challenging documentary, intimate portraits, animal behaviour and atmospheric landscapes, ‘Wildlife Photographer of the Year’ showcases the power of images to magnificent effect, bringing the talent and vision of each photographer to all who visit.
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Mini Dance Machine Thursdays At Rees Youth Centre, Mudge Way, Plympton. Modern fun disco dance group for children. 4.15pm - 5pm for ages 4 to 6; 5pm - 6pm ages 6 to 10. £2 per session. Call Lisa 07896 105 479. Waterfront Writers Fridays Meet every Friday during term time at The Swarthmore Education Centre, Mutley Plain 1pm to 3pm. Anyone who wishes to share or listen to poetry and prose is welcome. Visit www.waterfrontwriters.org.uk for details. Friendly Luncheon Club Tuesdays & Fridays Tuesday 12.30pm & Fridays 1pm each week. For details and bookings call 01752 606317. Tothill Daytime Sequence Dancers Wednesdays Tothill Daytime Sequence Dancers meet at the Tothill Community Centre, Knighton Road, St Judes, Plymouth Sequence Tea Dance 2pm to 4pm. Everyone welcome. Portal Writers Tuesdays The Portal writers are a helpful group of writers who are dedicated to helping first time and have a go writer. Meet Tuesdays 10am to 12 noon at Southway Community Centre, Hendwell Close, Southway. Tea or coffee. Contact Gloria Lane on 01752772686.
Powerful drama focuses on slavery A powerful new play about slavery in 1800s Barbados is coming to Plymouth as part of a tour of UK cities with links to the transatlantic slave trade.
Muscovado is BurntOut Theatre’s scorching new play about slavery in Nineteenth Century Barbados, written by emerging playwright Royal Court alumnus Matilda Ibini. A heady mix of sexual intrigue, piercing choral music and extreme racial tension, Muscovado provides an unflinching portrayal of life on a sugar plantation in 1808, accompanied by original music and atmospheric soundscape performed live by the cast. Muscovado will be performed on April 19 (6.30pm) and April 20 (7.30pm) at Stoke Damerel Church as part of a tour visiting 15 cities around the UK with links to the transatlantic slave trade, including Hull, Bristol, Southampton and Brighton; theatres and site-specific venues to include Liverpool International Slavery Museum and Edinburgh Fringe Festival. It is hoped that matinee performances of the production will enable local secondary school students, particularly those studying Key Stage 2, to attend. Set between the Abolition of the Slave Trade Act
Boxing Classes Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays Carl’s boxing stable has opened a new gym in Colebrook training for all ages to compete or just get fit. 7pm to 8pm. Details from Carl on 07837 920150. Trinity Art Group Thursdays We are a small group of experienced artists who enjoy meeting and sharing our talents. We meet every week (ring for dates) at Trinity URC, Tor Lane, Hartley from 7pm to 9pm. If you are a beginner and would like to explore the enjoyable pastime of painting in watercolour or acrylics we could offer some assistance. We also welcome all levels of proficiency as our aim is to enjoy our time painting with time to socialise over a cup of tea or coffee and a biscuit, all for £2.50 each night. Contact Dave Crawford 01752 407047 for details. Circle Dance 2nd, 3rd and 4th Mondays of the month. Yealmpton Circle Dance Group. The Regency Room, Kitley House Hotel, Yealmpton. 7.30pm-9.30pm. A variety of dance styles from gentle and expressive to lively and joyful. Traditional and contemporary world music.Good for mind, body and spirit. Clearly taught and easy to learn. No partner needed. Friendly and fun. 01752 880196 for details. Country Music Venue First Friday every other month At the Aggie ‘Opry’. Agaton Club, St Budeaux. Top country acts being booked. Details 01752 362240. 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. Karate Club Mondays For those aged 11 years and over at Trinity United Reform Church, Tor Lane, Hartley between 6pm and 7.15pm. Details 07967 313285. Monthly Soup lunch for all the community Lst Wednesday of the month Lovely homemade soup, cake, tea & coffee all for £3 at the St Budeaux Church Community Hall, The Green, off Crownhill Road, Higher St Budeaux. from 12.15 - 2 p.m. A warm welcome awaits all those who come. Have a go at the quiz if you want, browse the jigsaw library or just enjoy the company. Coffee mornings Last Wednesday of the month Run by the Highbury Trust Community Support Service, Outland Road between 10.30am and 12.30pm. All members of the public welcome to attend. For details 01752 753711
and the Abolition of slavery, Muscovado tells the interconnected stories of a planter family and their slaves, shedding light on the British involvement in the trans-Atlantic slave trade. Muscovado was commissioned by BurntOut Theatre following the discovery of archives relating to artistic director Clemmie Reynolds’ family, who lived in Barbados in 1800s. Emerging Nigerian playwright Matilda Ibini recently became the youngest winner of the BBC Writersroom10 Award, is supported by a Prince William scholarship including mentoring by BAFTA, and is Soho Theatre’s Writer-in-Residence. Muscovado was first staged in 2014 at the Victoria & Albert Museum, and as part of Black History Month in the Clapham church where William Wilberforce campaigned for the abolition of the slave trade, gaining 4-star reviews and sell-out performances. The play was developed with historical support from slave trade expert Steve Martin, script development with Young Vic Theatre, and financial support from Arts Council England.
Plymouth Dog Training Club meets at St Edward’s Church Hall, Eggbuckland on Wednesday evenings. For details call 01752 350788. Lunch Club Tuesdays and Fridays An invitation to lunch at Welcome Hall Centre, Fore Street, Devonport. 12.30pm Tuesdays, 1pm Fridays. Friendly company. For details or to make a lunch appointment call 606317.
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For more information visit the BurntOut Theatre website at www.burntouttheatre.co.uk Laira Youth Brass Band Thursdays The City’s premier youth brass band meets at Woodford Methodist Church (next to the school) on Thursdays from 7.15 to 8.45 pm. Open to all youngsters from age eight upwards. Contact Tony Hollick on 01752 216784 for details. Community Activities Various dates Evening events at Keyham Community Sports Hall, Drake Primary School, Saltash Road. Monday: Karate classes suitable for children/families and adults. 5pm to 8pm; Tuesday: Keep fit classes. Making exercise fun and easy to do. 6.15pm to 7.15pm; Wednesday: Yoga classes. Beginners/intermediate - first tester session free. 7pm to 8.30pm. The Community Sports Hall has spaces available for hire, for further information contact Roy Burt Sports Development Coordinator at the school on 01752 567649. Toddlers Group 9.30am every Tuesday at St Michael’s Church in Albert Road, Stoke and 9.15am every Wednesday at St Barnabas Church in St Barnabas Terrace. Term time. All welcome just turn up! 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 Croquet Club Hartley Park Reservoir, Mannamead Road. New members welcome. Equipment and tuition available. For further information contact Plymouth 666801. 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 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. Tennis Club Mannamead Tennis Club, Eggbuckland Rd welcomes new
members. 4 hard courts and 2 grass courts. Coaching available. Contact info@mannamead.org.uk or phone 773652. Time Out Second and fourth Wednesday A group for individuals who are lonely and isolated. Come for a chat and make new friends. Plymstock United Church, 2nd and 4th Wednesday of every month, from 1.30pm 3.30pm. Refreshments £1. Contact Lin: 07818 254527. Plymouth Electronic Organ and Keyboard Society Meets 3rd Monday of the month Parkway Sports and Social Club, Ernesettle Lane, Ernesettle, Plymouth at 7.30pm. Players and listeners more than welcome to join our friendly club for an evening of music. 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. The Plymouth Laryngectomy Club (PLC) The club aims to offer support and understanding to Laryngectomees, and their families and carers. We also extend this invitation to all Head & Neck Cancer sufferers. Please get in touch and come and join us. Club Members usually meet up at 10.30 a.m. on the first Monday of each month. One month we meet at the Mustard Tree Cancer Support Centre at Derriford Hospital and the following month we take a trip somewhere – anywhere! Please contact Geoff READ on (01752) 563 800 or email him on geoffnread@gmail.com. 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 Family Time First Saturday of the month All welcome at the free family cinema club from 10 am with tuck shop & coffee bar at St Budeaux Church Community Hall, The Green, off Crownhill Road, Higher St Budeaux. The films, all suitable for 5 to 11year olds, finish at 12 midday and are followed by family time in the games hall & cafe until 2 p.m. For further information please contact Lyn on 01752 706728 Weekly Bingo Thursdays Tothill Community Centre, Knighton Road, St Jude’s 7pm. Entrance £1. Tea and biscuits 20p. Draw tickets on sale.
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Showcasing city’s talented young musicians at charity concert
A charity concert celebrating Plymouth’s young performers and showcasing some of the city’s brightest talent is taking place in March. Organised by Plymouth Soroptimists and the Rotary Club of Plympton the Celebrating Young Performers Concert will be on Sunday March 15 at Plymouth University’s Roland Levinsky Theatre at 7pm. It is the fifth Celebrating Young Performers concert and could not have been done without the support of Simon Ible, director of music for Peninsula Arts of Plymouth University. The concerts go from strength to strength and provide young people with the opportunity to perform in a professional environment. The concert will be introduced by David Webb, the Plymouth-born operatic tenor who wants to give something back to Plymouth David has worked his way up from being Head Chorister at Exeter Cathedral School, through the Royal College of Music to the Benjamin Britten International Opera School. He has been fortunate to sing in many prestigious venues such as, Wembley Stadium, Royal Albert Hall, Teatro Real Madrid, David Webb Glyndebourne Festival Opera and many more.
REGULAR EVENTS • REGULAR EVENTS • REGULAR EVENTS • REGULAR EVENTS `• continued from page 6 Plym Ramblers First and third Sunday in the month A well established 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 3” The 3rd book in a popular series of local walks. 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 Shirley on 01752 407676. Sequenced Dance Saturdays St Gabriels Church Hall, Hyde Park 7.30pm to 10pm Modern Sequence Dancing Tuesdays and Wednesdays Sequence dancing for all. Further details 01752 493311. 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 us direct on 07542 125575.
He is however probably best known as a member of the ‘pop’ opera quartet Amore. He will also be singing a duet with talented young singer Alice Vickery, who has just been Alice Vickery awarded her first professional contract by the Plymouth Music Accord.
Second-hand book stall Every second Saturday in the month 2pm-3.30 pm, at Plymouth Unitarian Church, Notte Street. In aid of The Motor Neurone Disease Association
The concert will raise funds for the Devon Air Ambulance and Royal Marines Charitable Trust.
Woodside Animal Welfare Trust Elfordleigh Your local sanctuary for most types of unwanted domestic pets. Good homes always needed - have a look at lovely animals, and what we do on www.woodsidesanctuary.org.uk. We don’t destroy any animal unless it’s beyond veterinary help or dangerous and we have special units for elderly residents. Please don’t allow your pet to breed, ask us for friendly advice, or about our spay and neuter scheme for owners on benefit instead. Tel 01752 347503.
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Mum2Mum Market baby and children’s nearly new sale There will be at least 20 parents selling their pre-loved maternity, baby and children items at the next nearly new sale at Trinity Church, Torr Lane, Hartley, Plymouth on Saturday February 28 from 10am. At every Mum2mum Market there is a huge choice of items for sale and everything offered for sale must be in excellent condition. All the venues are indoors and previous sales drew a large crowd with buyers queuing for up to half an hour before the sale starts to get the best bargains. The markets are aimed totally at families -- enabling those with preloved, gently used but outgrown maternity, babies and kids toys, equipment, books and clothes (basically from sterilisers to scooters and everything in between) to sell on their items to other parents in an indoor, safe and friendly environment. With a focus on sustainability and stretching family finances, Mum2mum Market sales are very community focused. With escalating costs kitting out babies and children, our markets provide a way of families doing this on a tight budget, but still buying great quality. Mum2mum Markets take place every month. For more upcoming events and information please visit www. mum2mummarket.co.uk Admission is £2 on the door, children are free and it is free admission for the last half hour of the sale. 2-4-1 vouchers are available on the website: www. mum2mummarket.co.uk 8
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Celtic Music with a Twist Every First Thursday Kitty O’Hanlon’s, 9pm. Three Strand Minstrels play lively Celtic acoustic music at Kitty O’Hanlon’s.
Plymouth Philatelic Society First Wednesday of every month St. Edwards Hall, Home Park Avenue, Peverell from 7pm to 9pm. For details contact Derek on 01752 360551 or David on 01752 402981. Pennycross Friendship Group Thursdays The group meet every Thursday at 2pm in the Pennycross Methodist Church, Pridham Lane off Beauchamp Road, Peverell. Interesting speakers and outings. New members always welcome. For details 01752 362099. The Boys Brigade Various dates For more information visit www.plymouth.boys-brigade.org. uk. 1st Plymouth - Salisbury Road Baptist Church (Fridays); 2nd Plymouth - Ridgeway Methodist Church (Mondays); 4th Plymouth - St Jude’s Church Halls (Wednesdays); 5th Plymouth - Mount Gould Methodist Church (Fridays); 7th Plymouth - Pennycross Methodist Church (Fridays); 8th Plymouth - Ford Baptist Church (Wednesdays). New members welcome. Age groups: Anchor Boys (5 to 7); Juniors (8-11) and Company Section (12-18). The Boys Brigade can help your church in its mission to children and young people. Contact the development team at plymouth. battalion@tiscali.co.uk or call 01579 346218. 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 (6pm-7pm), 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 for further information
All aboard the Pullman to raise cash for St Luke’s St Luke’s Hospice is to benefit as the luxuriously famous Belmond British Pullman comes to town. The British Pullman luxury heritage train will be in Plymouth on April 25 to support St Luke’s, donating a proportion of ticket sales booked direct with the charity. The British Pullman forms the first part of the journey on the famous Venice Simplon Orient-Express and transfers passengers to the channel. It is a working antique and is made up of a collection of 1920s and 1930s Pullman first class dining carriages. Guests will be welcomed to their table by uniformed train stewards who will look after their every need. Crystal champagne flutes, customised crockery, and starch white linen table clothes set the scene for a fine dining experience. Along with the champagne reception and table canapés there will be a sumptuous four course lunch with a bottle of wine per couple, coffee and petit fours. Howard Barclay, director of Sales at Venice Simplon Orient Express, said: “If we can help provide people with an excuse to enjoy themselves, with a little champagne, fine dining and wine in a luxury environment while helping St Luke’s raise money, then we are delighted to be working with them on our only Plymouth departure on the Belmond British Pullman Luxury fine dining train this year.” There are limited spaces to help raise funds for St
Luke’s, with a significant proportion of the ticket price being donated by Belmond British Pullman for every passenger the hospice fundraising team can book on the trip. Tickets for the journey on April 25 are priced £260 per person and can be booked via St Luke’s direct on 01752 246591.
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 http//:7plymouth. boys-brigade.org.uk
We meet at Hope Baptist Church Hall, Peverell Corner, Plymouth at 10 am till 11.30 am. For more information ring the church office on 01752 708090.
Mini Matts Parents & Toddler Group Mondays St Matthias Church Hall on the corner of Clifton Street & Bedford Park. 1.30pm to 3pm £1 per family per session. (during term time).
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 more information visit www.pmhc.co.uk
Plymouth Healing Rooms Mondays Christian based prayer for healing, open to everyone. Every Monday from 7.30pm – 9pm. The Chiropractic Centre, 152 Mannamead Road, Plymouth. Details 07941 670794. 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. Drake Probus Club Third Tuesday each month Are you a retired professional or businessman? If so we have a number of vacancies for membership. We invite you to come along to a meeting of the club at the Royal British Legion Club Tailyour Road, Crownhill. Meetings are held on the third Tuesday of each month at 9.30am for 10am.Our programme includes guest speakers at each of our monthly meetings. Other club activities, where wives and partners are very welcome, happen regularly, include monthly pub lunches and outings to places of interest during the summer months. Just come along. For further details please contact Jim Gettings on 661450 or Richard Hill on 318704. 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. Mums and Babies Tuesdays Mums and Babies is a support group for mums with babies from birth to eight months old. Come and meet other new mums and enjoy being spoilt by our sympathetic leaders with tea, coffee, biscuits and a listening ear. £2 a session.
Plymouth Proprietary Library Writers Group First Saturday of the month Located in the oldest library in Plymouth the group covers a wide range of genres in fiction, non-fiction and poetry. Encouragement is given in creative writing at all levels in the ambience of the oldest historic institution in the city (Est 1810). Full benefit of literary events and facilities is given to library members. Group meets 10am to 12 noon. For details call 01752 660515.
The 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 The Rainbow Experience First Tuesday of each month Social/Support group for older lesbian,gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) people (50ish and over) living in and around Plymouth. Meet at Plymouth Arts Centre, Looe Street, Plymouth, (near Bretonside bus station) at 2.30 pm on the first Tuesday of the month. It provides a safe, non judgemental and encouraging atmosphere for LGBT people to meet and share experiences. For more information contact David on 07722 019423. Singing for the Brain Thursdays A singing programme to enable people with dementia to express themselves through music. Carers are welcome, with refreshments provided. The sessions are also supported by volunteers. Meet every Thursday between 2pm and 4pm at Catherine Street Baptist Church PL1 2AD. Call Tracey Rousell at Plymouth Alzheimers Society on 01752 608900 or Paul King 01752 608909 Plymouth Clarion Choir (Male Voice) Tuesdays Rehearsals between 7.30pm and 9.30pm at Crownhill Methodist Church Hall. Seeking to fill vacancies in all sections and accompanist needed. For details call Darell Jago on 01752 266434.
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Waterfront cycling improvements completed Families can now enjoy some of the best views in the city from their saddles, thanks to improvements along Plymouth’s spectacular waterfront cycle route. The route is part of National Cycle Network Route 27 and connects the Barbican, the Hoe, Millbay and Royal William Yard. A new contraflow cycle lane now runs eastwards along Madeira Road, from the mini roundabout junction with Hoe Road and past the Citadel to the Elphinstone car park. Motorists should be aware that cyclists are now allowed to travel in both directions along this stretch of road and that a new 20mph speed limit is also in place. Improvements have also been made to help cyclists
and pedestrians cross Millbay Road and travel through Millbay roundabout more easily and safely. Work has included narrowing the space around the roundabout to slow down traffic and creating a cycle route that avoids the roundabout altogether.
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Both schemes – designed and built by the Council’s highways contractor Amey – make it easier and safer to explore the city’s magnificent waterfront and historic features by bike, which will in turn provide an economic boost to waterfront businesses. The improvements have been funded through the Coastal Communities Fund, along with the new bike hire hubs at the Royal William Yard and Commercial Wharf, which Rockets and Rascals have been running since last Easter. Councillor Mark Coker, Cabinet Member for Transport said: “Our waterfront is one of the best features of Britain’s Ocean City and these improvements make it easier for cyclists of all ages and abilities to enjoy the amazing views. “This isn’t just about providing a great experience for tourists; it’s also about encouraging people here in Plymouth to get on their bikes, explore their surroundings and stay healthy and active.” Sarah O’Leary, waterfront manager for the Plymouth Waterfront Partnership added: “The waterfront is one of our greatest assets and activities that encourage more people to visit are warmly welcomed. “The link between the Royal William Yard and the Barbican is critical in directly benefitting businesses right across the area.” David and Sharon Waldock with staff member Rebecca Eden (left)
A family-run fish and chip shop has won a Quality Award from the National Federation of Fish Friers. Honicknowle Fish and Chip Shop has been owned and run by Sharon and David Waldock for the last three years. Prior to owning the shop, Sharon worked for Premier Foods at the Ambrosia Creamery and David was a submariner in the Royal Navy. David said: “After attending the National Federation of Fish Friers Guide to Chip Shop Management Course, we took over Honicknowle Fish and Chip Shop with the aim of making it the best fish and chip shop in Plymouth. “To do this we ensured that the fish we purchased was sustainable and responsibly sourced and of the highest quality. The potatoes from which our chips are prepared daily, were also purchased from a local farm, as we found the quality was superior to potatoes that had travelled for hundreds of miles to get to us.
Quality award for Honicknowle chippy “The shop is fitted out to a very high standard, which creates a welcoming atmosphere for our customers to read the daily papers or watch television in comfort, whilst their food is being individually cooked to order.” Sharon said: “Customer service is another of our priorities, as we aim to treat all of our customers in the same way as we would want to be treated. A key member of staff that assists us with this is Rebecca Eden, who has been with us since opening. “We are extremely proud to have passed the NFFF Quality Award Assessment and will endeavour to maintain the very high standards that the award recognises.”
Young people in Dating him Plymouth encouraged to would be try ‘building’ their future dangerous
A city project is encouraging local people and companies to find out more about the increasing career opportunities and work in the construction industry. The free tasters aim to give a realistic feel for the different jobs in the industry and provide practical career advice, apprenticeships and links to employers and jobs.
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The construction tasters are part of the Building Plymouth project, a council-led partnership with the local building industry which currently supports over 5,500 jobs. It aims to link people with career opportunities in the local construction sector as well as strengthen the industry, which makes up about six per cent of the local economy. It’s estimated that over the next ten years 10,000 new jobs will be created in the construction industry. Council Leader Tudor Evans said: “This campaign is about telling people about the opportunities and doors that will open up to them. We want them to sign up, find out what might suit them and have a go and get into great careers. “Plymouth is growing fast and we want Plymouth people
doing the work, staying here and making this city great. The construction industry has limitless opportunities. It’s not just about bricklaying – although that’s obviously important. “The sector is looking for educated and able young people to join them in technical and very specific jobs such as surveyors, insulation and sustainable housing specialists that until a few years ago, were unheard of.” Careers in the building industry offer skills which, in many cases, can take people anywhere around the world, are transferable into other jobs and that provide earnings from day one. In the South West a qualified architect can earn £830 a week, a plumber £554 a week, engineer £544, electrician £625 and bricklayer £494 a week before tax. Anyone interested in finding out more about careers and training or booking a place on a taster session, please email building.plymouth@plymouth.gov.uk Applicants don’t have to be unemployed to go along as the information and tasters are free to all. To find out more about Building Plymouth visit the website at www. buildingplymouth.co.uk
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THE PLYMOUTH PLAN - HAVE YOUR SAY Residents, businesses and organisations are being asked to see if their views have been taken into account in the first draft of the Plymouth Plan.
The plan sets out an ambitious agenda as to what Plymouth could be like in 2031 and covers a range of subjects such as health, transport, homes, jobs and the economy, arts and culture and education. Part One of the draft Plymouth Plan was approved by Cabinet in December and sets out the direction for the entire city after extensive conversations and events, involving thousands of residents, community groups and partners. Part Two will be published for consultation in the autumn, will set out the detail about what changes are
proposed in different parts of the city.
Councillor Brian Vincent, Cabinet Member for the Environment, said: “The plan is a culmination of a major programme of cooperation and engagement over the last two years. We have listened very carefully to what local people and businesses have said to us, so it is already ‘the people’s plan’. But we want to know: have we got it right? “Now for the first time ever, we have our strategic plan for the city set out in one document. If you live in Plymouth, shop in Plymouth, work, learn or play in Plymouth, this plan will have an impact on you and we want to know if we are on the right track. “Have we put in place the right policies to guide development and change in the city in the next 20 years?
It’s a big document but simple summaries are being put together with easy-to-follow symbols highlighting the overall themes. For example: • Young families might be more interested in knowing what plans there are for schools and colleges, how the city plans to build enough homes for people to live in as well as where play areas could be • Keen runners might be interested in parks, green spaces and sports facilities • Developers would want detail about the number of homes being built as well as where the city is hoping to concentrate new communities and proposed roads in the pipeline • Companies looking to move to Plymouth would need to bear in mind links to other parts of the country; policies that would encourage graduates to stay
here and business support.
• Shoppers might be particularly keen to see how the city centre might develop or ideas to support more local shops on their doorstep. • Those passionate about the environment may be interested in plans to grow more food in the city, how we plan to cut carbon emissions as well as improve the quality of bathing water. Residents can comment on the plan until March 4. This can be made online using the consultation portal, by email or in writing. A copy of the plan is on the city council website at www.plymouth.gov.uk, in libraries and community venues. An interactive version will also be tested as part of the consultation to encourage people to explore and find the areas that interest them most.
Green travel campaign heads to Derriford The generation game...TBC’s two groups who performed at the Christmas party: left ‘Silly Old Sods’ and above ‘Misspent Youth’
Popular Tamar Blues Collective keeping the grooves alive Starting off as one man’s need to revive his passion for music has grown into a thirty strong blues collective, featuring guitars, harps, keyboards, drums and more, writes Naomi Girdler. Stoke based John Powles began the collective in September last year when reigniting his love for blues following an accident which left him unable to continue with his current band. After teaming up with a local bedroom guitar player, the idea struck him that there must be more musicians like themselves out there. John told me: “It provides people the opportunity to get involved with blues music, welcoming beginners or experienced players, and all standards in between.” The Tamar Blues Collective, also known as TBC, features more than 30 artists of all ages from a 16 year old guitar player through to self confessed septuagenarians, who get together every Monday evening at the Saltash Social Club. All are welcome to visit them, whether it’s to tap your feet, sing along or even brush off that long forgotten instrument and join in.
“I chose blues because it’s what I love. We do what we do for the love of it and to keep blues alive in the local area. I knew from the first practice that it was going to be something. It was just magic,” said John.
The £990,610 programme will build on the success of the current Plymotion campaign, which has focussed on the corridor between Devonport and Stonehouse in the west, through the city centre to the East End, Plymstock and Plympton in the east.
Celebrating the music that spawned rock and roll, the Tamar Blues Collective play blues inspired by jazz musicians such as Chris Barber and John Mayall, of John Mayall and the Bluesbreakers fame. Despite their bedroom project beginnings, the orchestra has grown to feature top level musicians and vocalists, with a real passion and love for blues and grooves.
The next phase will encourage sustainable travel in the north of the city (including the Derriford growth area) and to and from the Royal William Yard. It will deliver: • Personal travel advice to 20,000 households in Manadon, Widey, the west of Derriford, Crownhill, Widewell, Southway, Tamerton Foliot, Whitleigh, Honicknowle and West Park
The band celebrated Christmas 2014 in style by hosting a TBC Christmas party at the Saltash Social Club. Splitting the group into two, the ‘Silly Old Sods’ and ’Misspent Youth’ gave players with littleor no gig experience the chance to play in front of a live audience.
• An enhanced bus service between the city centre and Royal William Yard
With big plans for 2015, the collective hope to play festivals and band stands, and are available to hire for shows and events and are also keen to work with charities in the future. For more information, contact John on 07905 751014, or 01752 957297. The group get together every Monday evening at the Saltash Social Club between 7pm and 10pm.
• A comprehensive cycling programme for adults and children
TBC founder John Powles
Primary school children take part in new interactive breadmaking session A cultural venue in the heart of Devonport was the inspiring setting for almost 100 children as they took part in an interactive baking session.
provide children and young people with valuable real and purposeful learning opportunities. Whilst the children were given the chance to get creative baking bread, they also gained valuable skills around working together to create a tangible finished product.
The primary school children all aged five and six years, along with teachers from High View School in Efford descended on Devonport Guildhall recently for a half-day session baking bread.
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Head baker Gilles Defrance from Devonport Guildhall’s on-site artisan bakery, Column Bakehouse, taught the eager children how to bake bread in a hands-on workshop, taking them step by step through the process, from mixing the ingredients to kneading and shaping the dough.
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Schools consultants from the Real Ideas Organisation, the social enterprise which restored and now manages Devonport Guildhall, were also involved in both the session planning and delivery, with the aim of ensuring the children had a fun experience but also came away with some useful skills around following instructions and working as part of a group, and of course some basic bread-making know-how. The session was interactive so the children got to learn how to make bread and also carry out the process for themselves. The young bakers did far more than take part in a baking activity. They got to see what goes into
Youngsters from High View Primary School enjoying the breadmaking experience
a real working bakery and learn about the operation of the ovens and the chemistry of the ingredients, working collaboratively and most importantly solve a real learning challenge. They also became mini marketers, creating their own branding and packaging! After the dough was rolled and shaped, it went into the bread oven and the finished products were delivered to the school, allowing the children to see – and taste - the results of their efforts. The session was designed to take learning out of the school, demonstrating how hands-on experiences
Plymouth City Council’s Plymotion campaign is getting ready to hit the road for a fourth year after securing £710,110 from the Department for Transport to support smarter travel in the Derriford area.
Column Bakehouse recently won ‘Best Business Startup’ at the Western Morning News Business Awards and as an up and coming popular artisan bakery in Plymouth, it is now looking to expand its customer base and run even more bread-based ‘learning programmes’ such as this one. Column Bakehouse has also announced new breadmaking courses for 2015, where Gilles Defrance will teach small groups of keen bakers the basic techniques of breadmaking, as well as running more advanced courses. Places must be booked in advance and early booking is strongly recommended due to high demand. To find out more, visit www.devonportguildhall. org or call 01752 395028.
Like the current programme, the 2015/16 campaign aims to make it easier to get around Plymouth by bus, by bike and on foot, helping to ease congestion on Plymouth’s road network as well as improve health. It will include free cycle training for adults, free bike safety checks and subsidised bike maintenance courses, along with group cycle events. Travel advisors will once again be visiting homes to offer people free advice on greener, cheaper ways to get from A to B. Since starting their visits in 2012, the Plymotion travel advisors have knocked on more than 64,000 doors and spoken to over 13,000 residents. By the end of phase four the team will have knocked on more than 80,000 doors and visited 73 per cent of all households in the city. The Plymotion programme was due to end in March 2015 but a successful bid to the Department for Transport’s Local Sustainable Transport Fund means the project can now continue for another year. The DfT commended Plymouth’s bid for ‘building on the existing Local Sustainable Transport Fund project and linking coherently with longer term proposals and infrastructure improvements, with a focussed list of interventions with true potential to achieve the objectives of the fund.’ Councillor Mark Coker, Cabinet Member for Transport, said: “Plymotion has been a great way for us to engage with the community and let people know about the support that’s available to encourage them to use sustainable transport. Many people have told us their chat with our travel advisors was really useful and the team are looking forward to working with residents and businesses in the north of the city next year.” The Plymouth Shopper
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Spring into action! Happy New Year. 2014 was full of surprises and 2015 will deliver its own share of the unexpected (some pleasant, some not so good). As I write, petrol prices have tumbled to just over £1.10p per litre, and are set to fall further.
will the family nag you if they know there’s something amazing being planned and saved for?
A once in a decade opportunity The petrol price fall and the recently announced supermarket price war give consumers a wonderful opportunity to improve their financial position. The cost of basic commodities are beginning to fall and wage rises may finally outstrip inflation this year. This should start to put more money in our pockets.
Save the savings The cost of filling my car with diesel has dropped by about £10 over the last few months. Why not transfer that saving into a separate account every time you fill up? If prices fall further, as we expect, the rate of saving could increase. Perhaps you could do that every time you shop as well? I fill up about twice a month, so I could save nearly £250 in 2015 by doing this, and I probably wouldn’t notice!
to leave the fund undisturbed. It’ll make you feel like you are ‘robbing’ the family of something, and this can help you resist temptation.
Develop a saving habit Many of us can find money for the things we prioritise. For example, we can find the money for a night out, a takeaway or a special present. Paying part of your wages/ salary into savings on the day you are paid makes it much less likely that you’ll ‘fritter it away’.
But what if I have debts? Your action will depend on your situation, and the extent to which you are supervised (e.g. in an IVA or under a bankruptcy order). Take advice from your supervisor but in all dealings with them, be open and honest. They cannot help you if you treat them as the problem, rather than the solution.
Making the savings account more difficult to access can help resist the temptation to dip into the account before you are ready to make that wish list purchase.
Just do it The opportunity is there, and we can take advantage, but it won’t happen by itself. Make it happen and ‘spring into action’. Your family may well thank you for it!
The temptation (and this is encouraged by Government and the advertising industry) is to spend the ‘windfall’. How can you resist this pressure? Here are a few thoughts on how you can make the most of this unprecedented opportunity. Make a wish list Setting an objective makes it seem more real, and can give the motivation needed to stick at the plan. Saving for savings sake is not a great motivator. Last month, Tony talked about saving so you had a choice. This is a great motivator, and one I use to keep me on track. For example, would you like a new car, a holiday or a new tablet? How much less
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Shop around for the best price of that wish list, but understand that this is just to give you a target. The price will change during your savings period. Don’t be tempted by any ‘buy now, pay later’ offers; this is just debt by another name.
Give the savings account a name It may seem trivial, but if you are confronted with ‚‘family holiday fund’ every time you decide to access it, you will be encouraged
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Cornerstone Vision Distributor of the Month Every month a dedicated team of of more than 80 Cornerstone Vision distributors deliver the Plymouth Shopper, Plymouth Magazine. Torpoint Advertiser and customer leaflets to tens of thousands of homes across the city and in South East Cornwall. In this special column we pay tribute to the dedication and commitment of a member of the distribution team. This month:
Val Howard
Plymouth born and raised, Val Howard has delivered the Plymouth Shopper, Plymouth Magazine, the Torpoint Advertiser and a whole lot of leaflets since October 2013, and our distribution manager Tony Hodges has nominated her as February’s Distributor of the Month. “Val is faithful, helpful, takes on jobs that are difficult to fulfil and always does them well – she really deserves this recognition for all the hard work she does,” said Tony. Val, who lives in Stoke, now has regular rounds in Saltash, Torpoint and Woolwell, as well as filling in for people on holiday with Shopper deliveries in St Budeaux and Lipson. “My favourite part of the job,” said Val, “is on a summer day, and I’m delivering along the waterfront in Saltash or Torpoint with the sun shining on the water – lovely!” Val also loves meeting all kinds of people when she is out and about on her rounds. “There’s one lady in particular in Torpoint, who has a mini nature reserve in her front garden. You get a real surprise when you go through the front gate and see a pond, ducks, waterfowl and cats all getting along nicely together. “She invited me to see her back garden one day, and it was more of the same!” 14
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Although Val is a keen animal lover (she has five cats), she does have one ‘pet hate’ about her job: “It’s when people have a dog lurking in the garden or behind the letterbox, with no sign to warn you,” said Val. “That’s not such a nice surprise sometimes.” As well as delivering great newspapers and magazines, Val also runs ‘Revivals’ secondhand shop on Albert Road with her ex-brotherin-law Nigel. Every month, they donate part of the profits from Revivals to the Simon Adams Tribute Fund for Motor Neurone Disease (MND) Association. Simon was a well-respected Plymouth teacher, who taught Nigel’s son at Parkside Community College (now UTC), and who battled MND and raised funds for research into the currently incurable disease until his death in 2011. His tribute fund is still raising money on the Just Giving website, www.justgiving.com/ FatherAbraham. “We want to do more than just sell things in the shop,” said Val, “and this is one way to do that. We also have all adult clothing at 99p, and children’s clothes at 25p. “Where the shop is, people may not have so much money. It doesn’t matter if it’s a designer label or a Primark dress, they’re all the same price. It’s kind of a community shop really.” With prices so low and money going every
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month to the MND fund, Val enjoys the extra income that her delivery rounds earn her as a top up. ‘Revivals’ is open seven days a week, 10am – 5pm, and donations of clothing, furniture, CD’s and bric a brac are always welcome. “We could do with a van,” said Val, “so we can do some house clearances – but we just couldn’t get any support when we set up the shop so we can’t afford one yet.” 2015 sees the shop into its third year, and all of us here at the Plymouth Shopper wish Val, and the shop, a very prosperous and happy year with many more to come.
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REGULAR EVENTS • REGULAR EVENTS • REGULAR EVENTS • REGULAR EVENTS • REGULAR EVENTS is provided, there is no need to book so just turn up on the `• continued from page 8 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 Club Focus Camera Club Mondays Meets at the Future Inn, William Prance Road, Plymouth. Meets every Monday from 7pm to 9pm. Contact Membership Secretary 01752 231139 Website www.clubfocusplymouth.co.uk
Wedding Fair at Albion Plymouth Albion is hosting a Wedding Fair on Sunday March 1.
The Fair will be held in the Midas Marquee from 11am to 4pm and will feature 25 professional businesses specializing in weddings and parties around Plymouth and Devon.
Visitors will also have the opportunity to view the range of Plymouth Albion suites and facilities which are available not only for weddings, but also conferences, meetings and other events. A Sunday roast available along with other food and refreshments will be available and there is ample free parking.
Al-Anon Family Groups Are you concerned about someone’s drinking? A fellowship to help families and friends of alcoholics. Local meetings. Confidential Helpline 020 7403 088 www.al-anonuk.org.uk
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Rainbows Fridays 1st Devonport Rainbows, Salvation Army, Haddington Road, Stoke Every Friday 6- 7pm Call 01752 405027 for details. Keep Fit Classes Wednesdays 10.15am - 11.15am and 6pm - 7pm Hyde Park Social Club. KFA registered, insured, low fees.Details 01752 672685. Parent & 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. Exercise Classes for over 60s Wednesdays Keyham Methodist Community Hall 10.15am-11.15am Exercise classes for the over 60`s and registered disabled. Gentle exercises to music aimed at improving your core muscles and balance. Followed by a cuppa and time to chat and make new friends. For details call Bridget on 408951. Toddler Group Thursdays Plymouth Christian Centre 9.30am to 11 am, term time only £1.50 per family. Contact Liz Crudgington on 661019 for details or see the www.plymouthchristiancentre.org Plymouth Local Exchange Trading Scheme (LETS) Every second Saturday of the month (except August ) New members are always welcome. Meet in the Unitarian church hall in Princess Street from 2pm till 3.30pm. We exchange goods and services using our own currency ‘the plum’. For further details phone 706582 or visit the website www.plymouthlets.org.uk Ballroom & Social Sequence Dancing Various dates Plymstock Community Centre every Tuesday afternoon 2pm until 4pm and every third Monday of the month from 7.30pm until 10.30pm. Details 01752 251313 or 01752 668017. Plymouth Community Choir Mondays Choir meets from 7pm to 8.45pm at Salvation Army, Armada Way, Plymouth. New members welcome. Details from Alison on 01363 774324 (www.alising.co.uk) . Plymouth Woodturners Third Friday of the month Meet at Pilgrim Church, St Levan Road at 7.30pm. Also demonstrate and sell at Otter Nurseries, Brixton, the first weekend of every month. New members always welcome, just turn up on the night. Widewell 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 Exercise for Over 60s Tuesdays and Thursdays Life Centre Thursdays 1.30pm to 3pm in the Dance Studio. Plymstock Tuesdays 9.30-10.30 and 10.45-11.45 Gentle exercises to music aimed at improving your core muscles and balance. Followed by a cuppa and time to chat and make new friends. For details call Bridget on 01752 408951. 16
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The Midas Marquee set up for a wedding reception Watercolour Group Every Friday 10am to 12 noon at Onward House, 55 Greenbank Road, Plymouth. To join this friendly group just come along or ring the group leader Ray on 01 752 300633 for more information. Plymouth Magic Circle Every second Thursday We are a small friendly Magic Club who meets every second Thursday at The Walrus, Athenaeum Street, Plymouth from 7pm to 9pm. All budding magicians are welcome to join us. For details call Ian Marley on 07979 655018. Prince Rock Dog Training Club Puppies to adult classes, obedience training, socialisation. St Matthias Church Hall on Monday and Tuesday evenings, from 7.15pm. More details phone 01752 772411. Line Dancing Tuesday Evenings. All levels, from beginner to advanced. 99 per cent country music. Very friendly club. Pennycross Methodist Church Hall, Beauchamp Rd Peverell Tel: Kathy 07780 931456. 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 - 12 noon at Manadon Astro, off St Peter’s Road. 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. Community Herb Clinic Tuesdays 1-3pm Onward House, Greenbank Road. Walk-in for free general health advice or phone for appointments. Herbal medicine can be used in the treatment of any medical condition in an effective, integrated (and affordable) way to suit you. Details Sara Hills 01752 872960 www.herbs-work. co.uk Mums and Babies Group Tuesdays From 10 am till 11.30 am at Hope Baptist Church Hall, Peverell Corner, Plymouth. Mums and Babies is an informal group which offers support and friendship to new and old mums with babies up to 8 months old. Our sympathetic group leaders will spoil you with endless tea,coffee and biscuits whilst you relax. There is a charge of £2 per session. For details ring the church on 01752 708090. 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. Jelly Tots Baby & Toddler Group Fridays 9.30am to 11 am at St Budeaux Baptist Church (during Term Time). £1.50 per Family www.stbudeauxbaptist.org.uk
Coffee Afternoon Thursdays Mainstone Community Centre hold a weekly coffee afternoon every Thursday at 2pm Fitness and fun touch rugby Wednesdays Central Park Rugby Pitches 6.45pm-7.45pm OPM Rugby is the official Touch Rugby club for Plymouth. Come along and enjoy a great welcome. No rugby experience required. Have fun, get fit and make new friends. More details phone Ernie on 07809 209571 or www.opmrugby.com.
Every visitor to the event will receive a welcome drink and goodie bag and there will be talks and demonstrations throughout the day from the exhibitors.
Snack N Chat Tuesdays Friendship group for the bereaved and lonely from 11am to 12.30pm in the Coffee Corner at St Andrew’s Church. Community project run by trained counsellors and a student in training. Go and have coffee, tea, chat and a slice of home-made cake. All for 50p per session.
night and see Diana. Prices are £3 per hour or £5 for 2 hours. For further details contact Mike on 07792 849945.
Dartmoor Rambling Club Exercise by walking and talking, with our club. Wednesday walks 8 to 10 miles by public transport. Weekend walks 8 to10 or 10 to 12 miles by car share or public transport. Dartmoor, countryside, coast. eg. Fox Tor, Crow Tor, Bore Hill, Dewers Tor, Teignmouth, Cadover, Three Barrows. Call Russell on 01752 266608 for more info. National Trust Plymouth Centre Make the most of your NT membership and join the NTPC for even more activities. During the winter there are talks given at Saltram and lunches and other activities. In the summer there are coach outings to NT properties, houses and gardens. The walk group has walks on the first Saturday of the month (4 miles), ending with a pub lunch. For an application and information, call Rusell on 01752 266608. 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 7pm to 9pm at the Plymstock Community Centre (except in the summer holidays). 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 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.wutanplymouth.co.uk. Tel. 07949 839088 Tots Time - St Judes Mondays Looking for somewhere to take your toddler? Tots Time provides crafts, toys, bikes, snacks and singing for all 3 year olds and under, and a friendly welcome for their carers. Monday mornings during term time from 9.00 to 11.30, St Judes Church on Beaumont Road at a cost of £1.50. Just turn up! Call 01752 224178 for more details. Plymouth Life Centre Community Table Tennis Club Thursdays Adult only table tennis every Thursday from 8pm to 9pm and 9pm to 10pm, must be over 16 unless by invitation. Run by ETTA Plymouth Development Coach Mike Naylor, the club offers friendly, fun and affordable table tennis sessions that cater for all abilities. There are 15 tournament tables with two robot feeders that are fun but challenging coaching aids where you can take the 20 ball robot challenge. All equipment
Regular events at the Crown Centre, Stonehouse Monday and Tuesday Basic Computer course 9.30am to 11.30am free; Tuesday Art for all: try out a new skill 10am to 12 noon Tuesday Coffee morning; Thursday morning Spreadsheets and other computer skills; Thursday 2.30pm to 4.30pm Brush up on English; Friday afternoon 1.30pm to 4pm Job Club; First Friday of the month 4.30pm to 6pm Messy Church. Plymouth Squirrels Squirrels collect nuts. Sometimes these get out of control. We collect things and have the same problem. Do you? Perhaps we can help. We meet at 7pm at Pilgrim Church, St Levans Road. Easy Parking. Details 07752 351234 Market Stalls First Saturday of the month College Road Primary School, Keyham 1.30pm to 3.45pm. Clothes, jewellery, cards, cakes, knitted goods, toys, and more. Details 07948 315198. 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. Stay & Play Toddler Group Wednesday mornings during term time St Mary’s Church Pre-School, St Mary’s Church Parish Centre, Market Road, Plympton. 9.15am to 11.15am. Group is run by friendly and experienced early years practitioners from St Mary’s Church pre-school that was given an overall Outstanding outcome by Ofsted (July 2011). New and expectant parents welcome. A one-off donation per week to cover costs of £1.50 per adults (children under 12 months) £2 per adult (children over 12 months). Includes refreshments. Telephone 01752 348525 Mobile No: 07527 734990. Devonport Park Community Choir Mondays A friendly mixed group of singers meet in the Pavilion Cafe in Devonport Park every Monday evening from 6-7.30pm. Cost if £3 per session. No previous experience necessary. For more details telephone 318087. Coffee Morning and Book Stall Thursdays Crownhill Methodist Church 10am to 11.30am. Join us for a cup of tea or coffee, biscuit and a chat. All welcome. For details ring Pat on Plymouth 700404. Guitar Classes Guitar lessons for children aged from 6 - 12 years. Taught in small groups of 2 or 3. Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 3.45 or 4.30pm Fridays at 4pm Saturdays between 9.30 - 4pm For more details Tel: 01752 216456. Classes held in the Woodford area. Carers Support Group Last Tuesday of the month Are you a carer? Would you like somewhere to go for advice & info, to relax & unwind with other Carers? Come to our drop in session at St Budeaux Library 10am- 1pm on the last Tuesday of the month. Badminton Club Fridays Non league club meets on Friday evenings at Whiteford Road, Plymouth. Players wanted, of any age over 18. For further details contact rcbeasley@btinternet.com Watercolour Art Sessions for Adults Thursdays Beginner and experienced artists welcome. Chaddlewood Farm Community Centre Thursdays 10am 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: Mobile: 07742 983311
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Seeing is believing, or believing is seeing... I recently learned a lovely phrase regarding what it is to be a Christian today in the developed world. The phrase is ‘whole of life discipleship’. Those who as Christians recognise an authentic spiritual worldview, will understand that the Kingdom of God, which Jesus taught and exemplified through His life on earth, was both practical and spiritual and able to change the very heart of people who in turn were able to change society for goodness sake, despite the opposition. Since the establishment of the Judeo/ Christian faith birthed the church community through Pentecost it has progressed and developed and gone through ebbs and flows of influence within various cultures over the centuries.
live life in authentic discipleship. This is something that our anthropologists and social scientists can struggle to understand because these personal spiritual experiences can be seen in terms of changed lives, but are difficult to quantify. Like love between two people you cannot put it in a test tube and understand how it works. This is the same with people who have spiritually encountered God.
evil and establish peace, kindness and goodness by engaging with some horrendous circumstances. When folk say ‘if God is so good why does He allow evil?’, one response is that He created us for eternal life and not just the years down here. What we do down here impacts us eternally. The reality of our world is not only that over 34 per cent of humanity have some connection with Christianity, but that the developed world we live in was influenced and changed more by Christian thinking than any other social influence over the centuries.
billion followers globally as a Christian denomination or experience. The Christian community has never stopped growing globally. Perhaps the most important immediate precursor to Pentecostalism was the Holiness movement which issued from the heart of Methodism at the end of the Nineteenth Century. From John Wesley, the Pentecostals inherited the idea of a subsequent crisis experience variously called ‘entire sanctification,’ ‘perfect love,’ ‘Christian perfection,’ or ‘heart purity.’ It was John Wesley who posited such a possibility in his influential tract, A Plain Account of Christian Perfection (1766).
It was from Wesley that the Holiness Movement developed the theology of a ‘second blessing.’ Perhaps this is the reality of ‘seeing is believing or believing is seeing’. There This Holy Spirit experience has Life is messy both individually and is a Godly spiritual reality that only God impacted the entire Christian culturally and through our modern community whether Orthodox, Roman himself can impart through Himself. media we can now understand The last great awakening in our nation Catholic or Protestant and everything It has nothing to do with signing a how diverse our global Christian in between. in the 18th century through John government form every ten years communities are, especially when Wesley not only kept us out of the We all stand on the shoulders of giants on the census and saying you’re a we witness the persecution many revolution France went through, but and our role is to hopefully leave a Christian communities around the Christian because you live in Britain. established our foundation for civil legacy of goodness by just being all world encounter. As human beings we are made in His society, including defeating slavery, that He made us to be. So if you call Whilst on earth Jesus challenged the image, but without free will or free that the Victorians and Edwardians yourself a Christian today, seek Him religious, cultural and political powers choice there is no such thing as love, from you heart. built upon. within Israel. and love is more than a feeling - it is a If you want society to become more Now, John Wesley has also lifestyle that sees other human beings He came to His death on the cross loving and gracious, seek God from been credited as the father of the correctly. upsetting a world system by going to your heart. If you want to see revival of Pentecostal movement, which today the very source of evil. Through his society for good then seek God from It has courage to fight against since the early 1900s has half a crucifixion and resurrection your heart. Why the heart? He rendered the continued Because all the issues of life Chris Cole, is the founder of Cross Rhythms charity. He is also a Fellow power of evil, which come from the spiritual heart of the Royal Society of Arts (FRSA). Listen to his Cross Rhythms plagued the human heart, of man as it says in Proverbs. Experience programmes on 96.3FM or online at www.crossrhythms.co.uk/ potentially redundant for And God has placed eternity in the heart of men and those who put their faith in plymouth women. Him and are prepared to
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Hop aboard the Carousel
Sounds Musical Theatre Company presents the timeless classic Rodgers and Hammerstein’s musical, Carousel at the Devonport Playhouse, Fore Street, Devonport, from March 18 to March 21. Barne Barton Thursday February 12 7pm - 9pm Love Barne Barton Film Night, Tamar View Community Centre, Miers Close Colebrook, Newnham & Ridgeway Monday March 23 7pm Colebrook Community Centre, Peacock Meadow, Plympton Eggbuckland Thursday March 12 7pm St Edward’s Church Hall, Church Hill
This heart-warming tale depicts the recklessness and regrets of human behaviour, redeemed however, by the power of love and the human spirit. It includes immortal songs such as the poignant, If I Loved You, the uplifting June Is Bustin’ Out All Over and the iconic You’ll Never Walk Alone.
Goosewell Tuesday March 3 9.30am The Staddy, Staddiscombe Road, Plymstock
When young mill worker Julie Jordan falls in love with the rough bad boy charms of Billy Bigelow, the fairground Carousel barker, a chain of events unravel that suggests that Fate has already decided the rocky path that their relationship will take. Little do the lovers realise that Billy’s actions will end in tears.
Higher Compton, Mannamead & Mutley Joint Meeting Tuesday March 17 6.30pm The Parlour, Compton Methodist Church, 2 Revel Road.
Fifteen years later Billy Bigelow asks for permission to be sent down ‘from above’ for one day to try and make amends for mistakes he made on earth and
Ernesettle Wednesday March 11 6.30pm St Aidan’s Church, The Green
Manadon & Widey Tuesday March 10 6pm Crownhill Library, Crownhill Village Plymstock & Radford Wednesday May 13 7pm Plymstock Library, Horn Cross Road St Budeaux & Kings Tamerton Saturday February 21 10am -12.30pm Coffee Morning, St Budeaux Library, Victoria Road Turnchapel, Hooe, Oreston & Mt Batten Tuesday May 12 7pm Hooe Baptist Church, Hooe Road Widewell Wednesday February 4 5.30pm Oakwood Primary School, Pendeen Crescent, Southway 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. CoGS Kids Club Wednesdays in term time For primary age children at the Church Hall of The Good Shepherd, Marine Rd, Oreston at 3.30pm. Games, cookery. craft, stories, films. For details contact Steve on 213358 or Sue on 480568. Beit Ezra Saturdays We are an informal group looking at the Jewish roots of Christianity and the place of the Jewish people and Israel today. We meet from 4pm to 5:30pm at Kinterbury House, Kinterbury St, Plymouth. For details see www.beit-ezra.org.il or email david@beit-ezra.org.il Make A Difference, Plymouth Fridays in term time Support group for parents or carers in Plymouth of children with disabilities or special additional needs either diagnosed or still going through the process. From 10am at Tamar View Community Resource Centre Barne Barton. Open to any parent or carer who can get to us. For further information please visit Make a Difference Plymouth on Facebook or call Kerry on 07599996389. 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. 18
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Classique Dance Studios Based in Stoke we have classes available for all ages starting from three years old in ballet, jazz, musical theatre, cheer leading, and street dance. Classes run from Monday to Saturday. After February half term we are starting ‘A Day Of Dance’ every Saturday for children from 6 to10 years which includes musical theatre group, cheer leading, street dance, ballet and jazz classes from 10.30am-3.30pm. Anyone interested in joining Classique Dance Studios or the new ‘Day Of Dance’ on Saturday’s please email classiquedancestudios2014@gmail.com www.classiquedance-studios.com 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. National Phone 01590 610 936. Penlee Local Art and Craft Group Wednesdays Meet at the Diggin It Meeting Room at Penlle from 12 noon until 2pm. All welcome. This is a group for all levels of artistic or craftworkers to make friends and socialise, exchange ideas and perhaps even organise local exhibitions. Small contribution to room hire needed depending on numbers. Please telephone Teresa if you are interested on 07955 476727. 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 Hospital Health and Leisure Centre from 3pm to 4.30 pm. For more information, please call Pam on 01752 785094 or Scott on 01752 661035 Singing 4 Fun Thursdays 2pm - 3.30pm We welcome new members. St Pauls Church, Torridge Way, Efford from 2pm to 3.30pm. For more details contact Janette 07854 850830 Plymouth Youth Cycling. Various days Free coaching for 10-16 yr olds. Thursdays (mountain bikes) 5pm-6.30pm Life Centre and various locations across Plymouth; Wednesdays HMS Raleigh (road racing bikes). We can teach you manuals and jumps and how to ride like the Tour de France winners. No fancy gear needed. Bike, helmet and a sense of adventure! For locations and times find us on Facebook. Rainbow Singers Saturdays Come and join our happy band of rainbow singers sharing singing, fellowship and prayer. We meet at St Gabriel’s Church at 10.15 am most Saturdays. For more information please call 01752 262600 Singing for the Brain Mondays The Alzheimer’s Society hold Singing for the Brain on every
he is given a chance to undo some of the hurt he has caused. How Billy instils in both his teenage daughter and her mother a sense of hope and dignity is a dramatic testimony to the power of love.
The secondary plot concerns the contented marriage between Julie’s friend Carrie and the successful Enoch Snow, summed up by upbeat numbers, When I Marry Mr Snow and When the Children Are Asleep. This charming couple offer a wonderful comic counterpoint to the main couple’s volatile and tempestuous relationship. This is musical director’s Marcus-Leveson Alleyne of Plymouth’s Music of the Night Choral Foundation’s first collaboration with Sounds Musical Theatre Company and sees Jenny George, company musical director for the past 17 years play the pivotal role of Nessie, Julie’s cousin. So banish your winter blues and book a seat for the spring Clambake picnic and Carousel ride. Call the Box Office on 01752 510934, Performances 7.30pm, Saturday Matinee 2.30pm. Tickets: Adults £12, Concessions £11, Under 18s £6. Matinee: Adults £11, Concessions £10, Under 18s £6. Free on road parking Monday, ( not on Bank Holidays ) at the William Venton Centre, 8 Memory Lane, Plymstock. Do you enjoy singing? Why not go along and increase your well being with our singing for the brain programme specifically designed for those living with dementia. Carers are welcome too. Join them every Monday between 2pm and 3.30pm. Organic Gardening course Thursdays New course started in May based at Keyham Green Project. Thursdays 9-30am-3-30pm. The course will help teach learners about organic gardening and develop design skills in a beautiful green space in the heart of Keyham. Places are limited: please ring Sandie Morrison on 569340 to book your place email kgpcentre@hotmail.com or for more details about Permaculture email Tess Wilmot.eclipse.co.uk Broadway Organ Society Third Wednesday of the month Organ concerts held at Plymstock Community Centre, top of Broadway car park. Concerts start at 7.45pm. Everyone welcome. 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 The 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 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 Swarthmore Centre on Mutley Plain. Timings 2 pm until 4.30 pm for a normal lecture. Contact Details: janis.naylor@aol.co.uk Memory Cafe, Devonport Second and Fourth Tuesday of the month A new memory cafe has opened in Devonport. Sponsored by the Rotary Club of Plymouth, the cafe is for people with memory problems and their carers. The cafe, which is located at the Salvation Army Hall in Haddington Road is open on the second and fourth Tuesday of the month from 2pm to 4pm. The cafe is open for social, music, film, discussion and company. Exercise Classes Thursdays and Tuesdays For over 60’s and less abled people. St Margaret Mary’s Roman Catholic Church Tuesdays 9.30am to 10.30am and 11am to 12 noon. Thursdays Life Centre 1.30pm-3pm. Run by Birgitta Whight. Contact 01752 408951.
Rainbow Group Tuesdays The group meets at Mount Gould Church from 4.45pm to 5.45pm for girls aged from five to six and a half. For more information contact 07913697767 Sounds Musical Theatre Company Wednesdays Founded in 1911, we are a friendly, diverse group of people who love Musical Theatre and produce two shows a year. In March/April we perform our annual full musical production, with a musical revue in October. Rehearsals are every Wednesday 7.30pm to 9.30pm in Oreston Methodist Church Hall, Plymstock Road, Oreston. Join us from November onwards for rehearsals for Rogers and Hammerstein’s Carousel. Visit the website www. soundsmusicaltheatrecompany.co.uk for more information. Sequence Dancing for All Saturdays St Gabriel’s Church Hall, Hyde Park Peverell, 7.30pm to 10pm. With tea and biscuits. Everyone welcome. Yankee Yoga Various days All abilities yoga classes set to sweet tunes. Tuesdays 5pm @ The Art of Dance (Mutley Plain) 8pm @ Coombe Dean School; Plymstock/Elburton; Wednesdays 6pm @ Merlin Fitness (Crownhill); Fridays 7.30pm Special Class - Yoga for Athletes @ Taurus Gym (Mutley Plain); Saturdays 10am Special Class:Yoga Sculpt @ Merlin Fitness (Crownhill). Contact Emily on 07478 257080 Beckly Centre Regular events at the Beckly Centre at Mayers Way, Hooe Road, Plymstock include: Mondays 7pm to 9.30pm adult social group with a variety of activities including crafts, life skills, cooking quizzes bingo and outings; Thursdays 7pm to 9pm youth group providing social activities in a small friendship mixed ages and ability groups for young people with additional needs; Saturdays and Sundays 10.30am to 3.30pm weekend activity groups for mixed age and ability groups of children and young people with special needs offering good range of social and group opportunities; school holidays weekdays 10.30am to 3.30pm holiday playscheme activity sessions for small friendship groups of children and young people with special needs. For details call 01752 484433 or 07780 662391. 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. RASC/RCT/RLC Association Various dates The corps association will hold meetings next year on March 11, May 13, July 8, September 9 and November 11 at the Army Reserve Centre, Derriford at 7.30pm. New members welcome. For more information and any welfare problems call 01752 343492. Ford Park Cemetery Gardening Club Third Sunday of the month The Club meets outside the Visitor Centre at 11.30am and is always looking for new members. If you have a few hours spare, why not go along and join them. Beavers, Cubs and Scouts Thursdays Tavy Lodge Scout Centre, off Lisson Grove, Mutley. Contact 07527687804 or 9th21stplymouthscoutgroup@gmail.com 5-6pm Beavers; 6.15-7.30pm Cubs; 7.45 - 9.15pm Scouts. Open to young people from the ages of 6 to 14. Come along and join the winter adventures. Reading Group Third Tuesday of the month Like reading? Like to share your views on books? We are a small friendly group who meet at Tothill Community Centre on the 3rd Tuesday of every month at 2pm for approximately 1 hour to discuss chosen books and swap other reading experiences. You would receive a very warm welcome to any new mambers. Please ring 01752 513197 for further details. Male Carers Drop in Meets twice a month Held at Elspeth Sitters House, Hoegate St, Plymouth. 10.30am to 12.30pm. Carers can bring along the person they care for and they will be looked after while the carer has a break. December 4 and December 18. 2015 dates to fol low. Plympton Moving On Stroke Club Alternate Wednesdays Meet at Pocklington Rise, George Lane, Plympton, Plymouth, PL7 1JL 10.30am to 12.30pm. There is a small charge to cover the rent of the room, and for refreshments £2 per person. We tend to have a speaker one week, and an activity the next. Contacts Tony Stoneman 07834276371; Steve Sargent 07944691482 and Gloria Ward 01752 776978.
Spread the warmth this winter... manager at Age UK Plymouth said: “More and more older people are struggling to keep warm and healthy during cold weather and we have a responsibility to help those most vulnerable and in need.
Age UK Plymouth supports over 1000 older people each week across Plymouth and the local charity is this year appealing to people to get involved with their ‘Spread the Warmth Campaign’ this winter.
Winter can be a big worry for many older people as it brings a range of concerns from high fuel bills and housing that is hard to heat, to health problems and loneliness.
“Many people have to make the choice of ‘eating or heating’ and this causes extreme hardship in many cases.
Cold weather causes a massive spike in associated health problems for older people, they are not only at risk of heart attacks, strokes and respiratory problems, but also of depression, worsening arthritis, complications with diabetes and other chronic conditions. Every winter, 25,000 older people in England and Wales don’t survive the cold weather – many of these deaths could be prevented by helping those most vulnerable to access information and advice on energy efficiency and keeping warm and by providing practical and emotional support to
help them through the winter months. Age UK Plymouth is running their Spread the Warmth Campaign across the city where older people can get the help they need this winter. The charity offers free advice on saving energy and keeping warm plus provides thermal items such as gloves, hats, scarfs etc to those most in need. Advice is available at Age
UK Plymouth centres across the city or by telephoning their information and advice service on 256020. Loneliness in older people also increases during the winter months with over half of people over the age of 75 years saying that their main form of company is the television. Age UK Plymouth’s Valuing Lives project aims to help combat loneliness by providing volunteer befrienders to visit older people in their locally engage with their communities. Lynne Hodgson, fundraising and marketing
“As a charity we have limited resources to reach out to everyone who needs that extra support and I would urge any business or individual who would like to help with our Spread the Warmth Campaign to contact us as soon as possible. “Maybe you could consider volunteering some time to offer company to lonely older people or sign up to one of our volunteer training courses to help older people get online to learn how to save energy costs and be more fuel efficient. “There are lots of opportunities to get involved which can really help older people in your area.”
Why do we need a Spread the Warmth campaign? Each winter, one older person dies needlessly every seven minutes from the cold - that’s 200 deaths a day nationally that could be prevented. As we get older, our bodies respond differently to the cold increasing the likelihood of a heart attack, stroke, pneumonia, and breathing difficulties. Of the winter deaths that happen every year, 9 in 10 are older people. Age UK estimates that 1.7 million older people in the UK can’t afford to heat their homes, and over a third (36%) of older people in the UK say they live mainly in one room to save money. Cold weather adds to the financial worries of older people. 30% say they avoid heating rooms like the bedroom, bathroom or living room because they are worried about the cost. Every year 3.5 million older people in the UK say they are dreading the cold weather in winter. Over half a million older people spend Christmas Day alone. Cold weather also makes it more difficult for people to get around which can lead to depression, loneliness, and isolation. More information on how to keep warm and how to support the Winter Warmth campaign visit www.ageuk.org.uk/ plymouth/winter-warmth Anyone interested in finding out more about how they can get involved should call Age UK Plymouth on 256020 or visit www. ageukplymouth.org.uk
City Council apprentices hoping their orchard project will bear fruit in 2015 Brathay Challenge A team of apprentices from Plymouth City Council have launched their bid to become apprenticeship team of the year. Over the next six months they will be developing a community orchard near Lakeside Drive in Ernesettle. The project is part of the Brathay Apprentice Challenge, the official search for the apprentice team of the year supported by the national apprenticeship service. To win the Brathay Apprentice Challenge 2015, Plymouth’s team will compete in a series of work-related challenges which aim to benefit local communities, raise the profile of apprenticeships and raise money for charity. During the challenge they will have to demonstrate and prove their teambuilding, leadership, logistical and communication abilities. The orchard project that they have selected will also provide a sustainable green resource for one of the largest underutilised green spaces in Plymouth. Plymouth City Council Leader Tudor Evans said: “The beauty of this orchard project is that it helps us to deliver three of our important pledges: supporting our apprentices, making use of unused land to grow
crops which will benefit the community and growing our reputation for volunteering. I am fully supportive of our apprentices and wish them every success with this year’s challenge.” Once complete the orchard will consist of 25 local variety of heritage fruit trees that will not only provide a supply of free fresh fruit for the communities around Lakeside Drive, but also a new habitat and food for bees and hedgehogs. The pledges that this project aligns to are: • Improve the quality of careers advice for young people so whether they want to go to University, start an apprenticeship, start a business or get a job they have the additional help they need to succeed, through schools engagement with local schools
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• Encourage the use of unused land around the city to grow crops, fruit and vegetables via a new land-share scheme
Pixon Lane, Tavistock PL19 9AZ
• Use Plymouth’s recent designation as a ‘City of Service’ to grow our reputation for volunteering by developing a programme to encourage people and communities from across the city to work together
Sun 8 Feb 2015|7.30pm
For more information visit www.Plymouth.gov.uk/ communityorchards or go to Twitter.com/pccapprentices
Plymouth Guild offering carers free dementia insight workshops Free three hour dementia insight workshops for any carer who is supporting someone who has dementia are being offered by Plymouth Guild. The workshop covers types of dementia, the most common early symptoms, speech and behavioural changes, how sight may be affected and ways to overcome some of the problems this may cause, ensuring fluid intake and a balanced nutritional diet, recognising simple cost-effective changes that can enhance the environment and looking after yourself as a carer. The workshops are held on a monthly basis at the Plymouth Guild premises at 156 Mannamead Road. For further information or to book a place please contact Ellie Cannon on 01752 256020 or email chp@ plymouthguild.org.uk
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with Adura Ministries The University of St Mark & St John Chaplaincy Centre Derriford Road, Plymouth PL6 8BH
Rev Dr. Russ Parker was Director of the Acorn Christian Healing Foundation from 1995-2013. Russ’s contribution as Director was to teach, write, develop training materials and lead a dedicated staff of over 20 people. Russ is now Acorn's International Ambassador, a role in which he is responsible for developing partnerships for listening and reconciliation in 12 nations ranging from Rwanda, Burundi, Hong Kong and the United States. He is the author of several books, most recently “Rediscovering the Ministry of Blessing.”
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Regus business lounge at Drake Circus Shopping Centre opens for business Regus Express centre has launched a high-spec meeting space for local retailers and an office-on-the-go for mobile workers . Regus, the global workspace provider, has opened a drop-in business lounge and meeting rooms at Drake Circus Shopping Centre, in Plymouth, catering for local retailers and mobile workers who want to combine work, family life and leisure. The new Regus Express business lounge at Drake Circus, located next to The Entertainer and the food court on car park Level 1, offers a convenient, professional working environment with secure wifi, meeting rooms, co-working spaces, private workstations (called ‘Thinkpods’) and complimentary refreshments. The centre opened in December with a launch event in January. People will be able to use the space to work all day, or just touchdown for half an hour to print a document or meet a colleague. Consumers shopping at the centre will also have a convenient space to take work calls or pick up on urgent work tasks. In addition, the 70+ top UK brands at Drake Circus are expected to make considerable use of the meeting rooms, which can be booked online and by the hour, as a convenient and cost-effective location for team and management meetings. The opening extends the roll-out of Regus ‘third places’ around the UK, which bridge the gap between the traditional office and home-working. They offer workers the convenience of an on-demand workplace with a more productive atmosphere and facilities than home or coffee shops. The fast-growing Regus Express network around Britain already includes motorway service stations and airport business lounges at Heathrow, Gatwick and Birmingham. Regus is also in discussion with retailers,
transport operators and hotel chains to help make work more convenient. Greg Lumley, centre director for Drake Circus, said: “We are delighted to announce that a Regus drop-in business lounge and meeting rooms have opened at Drake Circus. As an organisation we also understand the importance of listening and responding to customers’ changing wants and needs. Regus Express caters for today’s local retailers and mobile workers who want to combine work, family life and leisure. Drake Circus offers the perfect partnership with that - a location well placed for public transport; car parking spaces and a broad range of retail and leisure facilities for those looking for a professional, convenient on-the-go office environment.” Phil Kemp, head of Third Place at Regus, added: “We know that more and more people are working flexibly, instead of the traditional 9-5 in the office. Regus Express is all about making it possible to work anywhere, so where better to open a business centre than at a major retail centre. “This centre caters for a range of users, including the retail tenants of Drake Circus; local home-workers and freelancers looking for a more professional environment; mobile workers such as sales teams; and corporate employees who work remotely for some of the week. Our research shows that a third of UK employers are offering more flexible working and facilities like Regus Express make it easier for workers to access the right facilities and do their jobs effectively.” There are two ways to access Regus Express centres: • Pay-as-you-go access priced at £5 per hour or £10 per day. • Regus Businessworld membership at £35 per month, which provides drop-in access to the business lounges at each of Regus’ 300 UK locations including Regus Express.
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A Universally popular book store After my article about the various shops at the bottom end of town in the 1960s and 1970s, Mike Evans, the owner of Universal Book Stores, kindly wrote to me. I loved the book store when I was a boy but, for some reason, in my article, I mistakenly called it ‘Bonus Books.’
Derek Tait looks shares some feedback from a reader who formerly owned Universal Book Stores in the city. Derek has had many other books published including Plymouth at War; Images of England: Plymouth; Saltash Passage; Memories of St Budeaux; Plymouth Hoe; Mount Edgcumbe; Plymouth Tales From the Past; Plymouth Through Time; Saltash Through Time and Rame Peninsula Through Time. Derek’s website can be found at www.derektait.co.uk
Mike wrote: ‘I’ve always enjoyed reading your articles in the Shopper newspaper but I must bring to your attention the second-hand bookshop you mentioned. The only bookshop in Frankfort Gate was Universal Book Stores which was owned by my father and myself. ‘My father opened his shop there in 1960, and I joined him in 1969, and we dealt in all kinds of second-hand books. By the middle of the 1970s, we were selling new remainder and last of run books as well as second-hand. Sadly my father passed away in 1990 and I carried on with the business until 1997.The rent and rates had escalated so much by then that I had no choice but to finish with the business. ‘My father started the business in 1947 in Tin Pan Alley in Plymouth, wheeling his books down there every day from his basement flat, eventually finding shops to run his business from. The shop he was mostly known for was in York Street. I can remember, in the early 1950s, working as his Saturday boy and people would be queueing outside the door for
Unfortunately, Peter died three months after the article appeared but Mike carried on with the shop for another seven years with the help of his wife. Incidentally, I’d forgotten about the shop next door which sold remote controlled helicopters and planes, which can just be seen in the photo from the 1980s. My dad always wanted one back in the 1970s but they were hundreds of pounds which seemed a fortune back then (he never got one!). I’m really pleased the Mike took the time to write to me and it was a a great reminder of the many happy times I’d spent visiting the shop, first as a boy buying comics and annuals and, later, buying photography and movie books in the 1970s and 1980s.
Peter Evans and his book stall in Tin Pan Alley in the 1940s
Peter and Mike Evans in the book store in the 1980s opening time at 8.30am. ‘Most of his stock came from service and merchant navy personnel returning home from abroad, hence the American comics and science fiction magazines, which are now collectors pieces.’
Mike kindly sent me some lovely photos which are shown here. I’m sure that many Plymothians will recognise both him and his father. An article about the shop appeared in the Evening Herald of Christmas 1989 under the heading ‘Heading for the Record Books.’ It read: A long established Plymouth shop proprietor is Peter Evans of Universal Book Stores who started his business during the dark days of World War Two. He remembers the make-shift shops erected after most of Plymouth’s city centre was bombed out in the blitz. Inside the book store in the 1950s
‘My son joined me in 1969 and through those last 20 years we have built up a really good selection of remainders and second-hand paperbacks.’
‘I started a book stall in Tin Pan Alley (called
Next month: The furore caused by David Soul’s visit to the city in 1977.
Drake Street before the blitz). It led though from the bottom of Saltash Street to the old Plymouth Pannier Market.’ he said. ‘I used to wheel the books down in a couple of tin trucks and wheel them home again every night. The stalls in Tin Pan Alley were constructed out of sheets of galvanised steel, the same as was used for making air-raid shelters. As there was no covering to protect the stalls, everyone erected their own canvas awnings strung across the alley which gave pedestrians and stall holders a little protection from the rain. I used to advertise even then and always bought the Evening Herald. I used to buy my stock for the stall and eventually saved up for a car to collect my stock from houses. After several years and various shops (including many years at 30 York Street), due to the construction of Western Approach, I received a compulsory purchase order to move but luckily was offered a shop in Frankfort Gate. This was in December 1960. Business was fairly quiet for several years.
York Street in the 1950s
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GENERAL – Leonard Cheshire Disability. West Devon Enabling Scheme. Do you have a few hours to spare a week? Would you like to make a difference in the life of a person with disabilities while having fun and gaining new skills. then Give me a call. No experience needed. expenses paid. Call Alex on 01752 331653 or email alexandra. dixon@LCDisability.org you wont regret it . SUPPORT WORKERS – Pulse Community Healthcare is looking for experienced Support Workers to work with our client who has complex healthcare needs, in his own home, in the Plymouth area. 12hr day and night shifts, For further information please call 01752 781699 GENERAL – Build an income to suit you. Your own business - No Boss! Work from home. Totally flexible hours to suit you around employment or family commitments. No selling, no stock, no staff, no pressure, no debts, no problems! For information including videos and testimonials please leave details at www.mtw1jcm.co.uk VOLUNTEERS - Royal Voluntary Library Service Derriford Hospital needs help for the book trolley ward rounds on weekdays between 10am 12pm. If you are interested in the service and can spare the time, please contact Pat Hamilton Thursdays 9.30am to 3.30pm on 01752 792857 for further information. CLEANERS – Professional, reliable home helper/ cleaners needed in Plymouth and Saltash, DBS/CRB preferable and own car. Hours to suit, good rates of pay. Call Claire 07801 931987
HAIRDRESSER - Dudes are looking for an experienced Barber/Hairdresser wanted on self employed basis full time or part time call Rob 07791234404 VOLUNTEERS - Plymouth Natural Health and Healing Centre is looking for a Receptionist, no experience necessary. Travel expenses paid. 175 Outland Road, Plymouth PL2 3PY. Please email plymouthnaturalhealthandhealing@hotmail.com or call 01752 770048. VOLUNTEERS - The Scout Association The 9th/21st Plymouth Scout group are looking for new adult volunteers to work with Beavers/Cubs/Scouts. Full training given. Lots of opportunities for trying new activities and CV building. We have our own scout centre on Mutley Plain. If you’re at a loose end on Thursday evenings, come along and join the adventure. Contact Jan: 07527687804 or 9th21stplymouthscoutgroup@gmail.com CLEANERS FOR PRE-VETTED PRIVATE HOMES – You choose how many hours a week you want to work between 10 and 20 and who you’re happy to work for. If you are mature, have good references and preferably a car and CRB, we have lovely clients who will appreciate you. To earn £8 an hour please call Maureen on 01752 227828. MAKE A DIFFERENCE – Volunteer with Plymouth Highbury Trust as a Citizen Advocate and you can support someone with a learning disability to have a quality of life that most people take for granted. We offer flexible hours and full training and support. Call Kate on 01752 753719
VOLUNTEERS - YMCA Plymouth currently has volunteering opportunities in its coffee bar and working in its grounds undertaking grass cutting and gardening.The coffee bar needs help on weekdays between 1200-1400 and on some Saturdays and Sundays. The grounds work would be any time between normal daytime hours Monday-Friday. All volunteers are entitled to free use of our gym and class facilities.For more information please contact Vic Hibbert on 01752-761004 or e mail at vic.hibbert@plymouthymca.co.uk
mature, have good references and preferably a car and CRB, we have lovely clients who will appreciate you. To earn £8 an hour please call Lynda on 01752 227828.
OCCASIONAL COMPANION AND DOG WALKER – For a 10 month old Shih Tzu. Quiet, friendly, good natured little chap would love some company and short, slow walks when owner is working occasionally. Someone in St. Judes/Lipson area would be ideal. Fee to be discussed. Please ring 01752 603620 or 07792188509.
GENERAL – Children’s Hospice South West are always looking for enthusiastic volunteers to work in their shops in Plymouth (City), Plymouth (Mutley Plain), Totnes and Tavistock. If you would like to gain experience in different areas of retail and could spare a few hours email plymouthshop@chsw.org.uk or pop into your local shop
VOLUNTEERS - Volunteering at Plymouth Mind. Come and get involved with Plymouth Mind to celebrate its 30th year. We have opportunities for fundraisers, artists, musicians, gardeners, and those who are looking for work experience. Contact Lesley@plymouthmind.com
DISTRIBUTORS WANTED – Cornerstone Vision, publishers of The Plymouth Shopper, are looking for new distributors, to help deliver leaflets across the city and surrounding area. Transport an advantage, own phone number essential. We are particualrly looking for people to help cover Efford, Ernesettle, Saltash, Ivybridge and Torpoint, although other areas maybe available. Please email Tony@cornerstonevision.com or call 225623
GENERAL - How committed are you to making your dreams a reality? I’m looking for hard-working, dedicated people with a real drive to succeed. Part-time work around your current commitments working alongside a global leader in the health and well-being industry. Quality, ethical products, full training and support. Anne 07815 778656 CLEANERS - For pre-vetted private homes. You choose how many hours a week you want to work between 10 and 20 and who you’re happy to work for. If you are
VOLUNTEERS - Green spaces are essential in a big city. Moor View Park, just off Mutley Plain, is one such green space, recently awarded the Green Flag for upkeep and community events. Volunteers needed to help build on the ongoing vision for this park . Email jeannehinton@ talktalk.net or ring 674885.
VOLUNTEERS – Royal Naval Pre-school Learning Organisation (RNPSLO) are looking to recruit volunteer trustees to assist in the management of the charitable organisation operating childcare sites in the Plymouth area open to service and civilian families.For more information contact J.Jenkins 01752 341963
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Legally Speaking By Greg Yates of Howard & Over Solicitors
We don’t need media hype on relationship breakdowns I write this article for the February edition of the Shopper as Christmas and the New Year are receding into the distance and people have already broken some of their New Year resolutions. I have noticed that there are now a lot more ‘special’ days than there were in the past. For example there was ‘Black Friday’ where it seems the rules of civilised behaviour went out of the window for the sake of buying a cheap TV. There was ‘Cyber Monday’ for online shopping and ‘Manic Monday’ for anybody who left their shopping late. All these names seem to be created by the press for the sake of a headline. I now read about ‘Divorce Day’. According to the media, this is where somebody suddenly decides to go to their solicitor to dump their spouse and fight them in court. It is true that there is a rise in family enquiries after the Christmas. This is probably because in difficult relationships people have struggled on to provide, perhaps, one last family Christmas for the children. What does concern me is that the media seem to treat ‘Divorce Day’ in the same way as they treat ‘Black Friday’. Early January is generally a quiet period for news. The media have to fill their space with something and in so doing treat the ending of a relationship in the same way as buying a cheap TV. It is, of course, far more serious and carries far more consequences for the people and children involved. Whatever the circumstances, it is a painful process for all those involved. It is for this reason that we promote our initial diagnostic interviews and encourage people to take advice early. There have been occasions when, following that meeting and having been made aware that the consequences of breakdown, a client decides to give their relationship another go. If the relationship has come to an end we do what we can to ensure that, as far as is possible, we deal with the legal issues in a constructive fashion. There are situations where circumstances mean that a more robust approach is needed (such as cases of domestic violence) but my experience has shown that more is achieved in approaching matters in a conciliatory way. My advice is take some time out to talk to us before deciding how you wish to proceed and go at your pace rather than one dictated by a so called ‘special’ day. Howard & Over LLP Offices at 114/116 Albert Road, Devonport, Plymouth and 254 Dean Cross Road, Plymstock Tel: 01752 556606 Also at 61 Fore St, Ivybridge Tel: 01752 690123
Lighting the way in energy savings While many councils across the country are turning off their street lights to cut costs, Plymouth is investing in a citywide lighting upgrade that will see its energy bill reduced by over £1 million a year. Around 11,000 energy efficient light emitting diode (LED) lamps have been installed so far as part of an £8 million programme to replace all of the City Council’s 29,000 street lights. The 18-month project began in August last year and installation is being carried out in phases by the council’s street lighting maintenance contractor Cartledge Limited, part of the Kier group. The new lamps emit a whiter and clearer light, similar to moonlight, which makes it easier for people to see and people in areas of the UK and abroad where LED lights have been installed say they feel safer as a result. White light has also been shown to improve visibility for drivers. The LED lamps are more directional, so there is less light encroaching onto people’s homes and less light pollution out into the night sky – which is better for stargazers as well as the environment. In most cases the units (supplied by Urbis Schreder) are flatter and squarer than existing lamps, but in areas with heritage lighting, care is being taken to use lamps that are similar in appearance to the existing ones. Councillor Mark Lowry, Cabinet Member for Finance, said: “While councils all over the country are turning their street lights off to make short-term savings, we’re taking steps to ensure we can keep ours on and still significantly reduce our energy spend. “By replacing our street lights with LED lamps we expect to see a 70 per cent reduction in energy use and carbon emissions – without having to turn any of our street lights off. That’s good news for the environment and good news for our Council taxpayers.” Plymouth is among the first wave of cities in the UK to replace all its street lights with LED units. For more information visit www.plymouth.gov.uk/streetlighting.
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Plymouth Citizens Advice Bureau have recently produced ‘The 3Ds: Disability + Disadvantage = Duty’ leaflet which is aimed at longterm sick or disabled Job Seekers Allowance claimants, as well as advisers and Jobcentre Plus staff. It explains the legal duty of the Jobcentre Plus to make reasonable adjustments and includes some useful examples of reasonable adjustments you could ask for. The leaflet has a brief summary about an individual’s protection under the Equality Act 2010. It includes a tear-off form for claimants to take to the job centre explaining their disability, how they have been disadvantaged, and the reasonable adjustments that should be made to their job seekers agreement. It has a practical and problem solving approach to achieving better outcomes for our clients. When looking for work there is a requirement to sign a Claimant Commitment this means you are agreeing to take certain actions to look for work. If you fail to do so, the Jobcentre Plus may stop your benefits: this is called being sanctioned. To prevent this happening, it is important to tell your work coach at Jobcentre Plus whether your long term illness or disability causes you difficulties in looking for work.
The 3D’s is a joint initiative between Ipswich and Suffolk Council for Race Equality and Ipswich and Suffolk District CAB and the original materials have been adapted to the meet the needs of Plymouth claimants. Advice Plymouth, funded by Plymouth City Council and the Big Lottery, provides a free, confidential and independent advice service to the residents of Plymouth.
For example; this might include getting The service, based at Ernest English to appointments, spending long hours on House, brings together four organisations job-seeking activities or doing certain kinds By Claire with unique specialities: Citizens Advice of jobs. Bower Bureau, Age UK, Routeways and Plymouth of Advice If you do have difficulties in looking for Guild. Plymouth work, or the signing on process, you Advice Plymouth, funded by Plymouth should ask for them to be written down in City Council and the Big Lottery, provides a free, your Claimant Commitment. confidential and independent advice service to the If you are appealing an ESA work capability residents of Plymouth. assessment decision, signing a claimant commitment will not affect your appeal.
In providing its services, the Jobcentre Plus has a legal duty to help disabled people overcome difficulties that are not faced by people who are not disabled. This is known as the duty to make reasonable adjustments. Jacki Williams, operational partnership manager, Plymouth and West Devon, Department for Work and Pensions said: “Plymouth Job centres have agreed to work with Plymouth Citizens Advice Bureau and see the leaflet as a supportive tool to help us better understand a person’s health condition and the possible reasonable adjustments that can be taken into consideration when a person is claiming JSA and has a disability.
The service, based at Ernest English House, brings together four organisations with unique specialities: Citizens Advice Bureau, Age UK, Routeways and Plymouth Guild.
Advice Plymouth is now on Twitter @Advice_Plymouth The public can access Advice Plymouth in a number of ways. Drop-in at: Ernest English House, Buckwell Street, PL1 2DA Mon, Tues, Wed, Fri 9am – 5pm; Thurs 9am – 8pm Telephone on: 01752 520052 or 08444 111 444 Lines open: 9am to 8pm and Saturday 9am to 12 noon Online at: www.adviceplymouth.org.uk
“The hope is that they will complete the section about their health condition in advance and bring it with them to an interview to help us identify when extra support is needed”. If you need reasonable adjustments made to your Claimant Commitment, you can either discuss it with your work coach at Jobcentre Plus or talk to Advice Plymouth to get advice or if you would like a copy of the leaflet from us or participating local advice agencies.
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New Year honour for Julie Julie McLean, director of workbased learning and school partnerships at City College Plymouth, has been awarded an MBE in the New Year’s honours list for services to education. Phil Davies, principal and Chief Executive of City College Plymouth, said: “This is tremendous news! A very well-deserved recognition for someone who is deeply committed to helping young people to achieve their full potential. “Julie has dedicated her career to raising the aspirations of Plymouth’s youngsters and supporting them in overcoming barriers to change their lives. I have no doubt that Julie will say this is a reward for all of her team and for those students who have worked so hard to transform their life chances.”
Plymouth City Councillor Chaz Signh has been named community champion for the South West at a prestigious awards ceremony. Drake Ward councillor Chaz received the award at the MTM South West Asian and Ethnic Minorities Awards in Bristol at the beginning of January. He received the award in recognition of his efforts in the Plymouth community and raising the profile of Sikhs in the city.
Chaz Singh with his award Photo by Nigel Barrett
an absolute privilege to be sat with so many VIPs and dignitaries,” he said. “We were sat with the Lord Mayor of Bristol, the Honorary Consulate of Romania and the wife and daughter of Batook Pandya, former director of Stand Against Racism and Inequality (SARI) who died last February.”
Chaz said: “I was notified that I had been nominated for the award towards the end of last year. I have no idea who nominated me and I still don’t know!”
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His latest recognition follows his invitation to the USA last year where he was commended for being a ‘strong Sikh leader’ and for his work in ‘breaking down barriers’ for the Sikh community at a banquet in Washington DC.
The Meet the Mast (MTM) awards celebrate the work of ethnic minorities in the South West from new businesses to young achievers.
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He became the first Sikh councillor in Plymouth four years ago and in 2012 he became the first Sikh deputy Lord Mayor for Plymouth.
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Chaz said: “The people who voted made this possible and that makes this even more of an honour. Anything which showcases Plymouth in a positive way is a cause for celebration.”
Julie has worked at City College Plymouth for 29 years and in that time has positively impacted 27,000 young people. The impact can also be seen on their families, the colleagues she works alongside and businesses alike. Originally unemployed and in her own words a ‘very challenging teenager’, Julie was placed on a government programme to help the unemployed into work and was subsequently employed by the Work-based Learning and Schools Partnerships department as a part-time clerk. She has since carved a successful career, becoming a director of the very department in which she started. Julie has worked tirelessly to support young people into employment through Apprenticeships and helping those not in education, employment or training (NEETs) through the highly successful Prince’s Trust programme, which recently celebrated its 200th team and innovative teaching models such as Jumpstart, which takes 14-16 year olds away from traditional teaching methods to reengage them in education.
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Julie said: “It’s an absolute honour to be recognised for doing something that I truly love. It has been a lot of hard work over the years but for me, seeing the positive impact on our young makes it all worth it.” For more information about Apprenticeships, the Prince’s Trust programmes or Jumpstart, visit www.cityplym. ac.uk, or visit the College Open Day on February 7.
History Centre exhibition design goes out to tender The partners of Plymouth’s History Centre have reached out to the world’s best designers and invited them to submit tenders for the exhibition design for the new History Centre.
given a detailed brief, which clearly reflects the consultations that have already taken place with the public, the extensive workshops with staff and meetings with interested parties. The brief also suggests some key themes that the designers could use in their development of the centre.
In January many of these designers visited the site on North Hill to see the scope of the opportunity for themselves and to experience the partners’ enthusiasm first hand.
The buildings and architecture that will make up the History Centre present the potential designers with another unique opportunity. They will have the use of the existing historic architecture of the Museum, Art Gallery and Library, and St Luke’s Church. In other spaces the architecture will be formed from a new contemporary extension.
During their visit, they had an inspirational introduction to the project by Leader of the Council, Tudor Evans who explained what the project really means to the city. They also had a tour of the Central Library building, St Luke’s Church and the existing Plymouth City Museum and Art Gallery, which helped them understand the space and the collections.
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The partners are looking forward to seeing how the bidders propose to use these spaces to their full potential, to maximize the users experience and to create an ‘exceptional immersive and fun environment’. The new designers will be chosen by April this year.
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