Our Goole - February 2023

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INTRODUCTION

Hello and welcome to February’s edition of Our Goole!

Well January is now over, and for many, it can be a hard month. But February is now here, the month of love, and those lighter nights are just around the corner.

We have plenty of offers from local businesses in our area as well as a selection of feel-good stories from the community.

This month we talk to Families In Goole, a local parent group based at Junction, Goole, who put on a variety of activities and events in the area.

We have also put together a good guide to help our readers with the cost of living, sharing some top tips from our local council and quick fixes we can do to save energy.

Our front page image was taken by Sarah Davey.

As always, if you would like your business to be featured in the magazine or have a story, please get in touch with a member of our fantastic team who will be happy to help.

Distribution Assistants:

Jamie Walton, Justin Newton, Mitchell

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kim dowson sales executive

LISA WARRENER EDITOR

RACHAEL LIDDLE DISTRIBUTION MANAGER

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Families in Goole is a local parent group that runs a free weekly drop-in session for parents to come and socialise and make lasting friendships. 10

FROM A POLICE PERSPECTIVE

The policing team chats to us about spiking and what to do if you think your drink has been tampered with.

16 HELP FOR HOUSEHOLDS

As the cost-of-living crisis is still at the forefront of everyone’s minds, Our Goole wants our readers to know there is help out there and has put together some easy tips that you may benefit from.

Local parent group hugely

Families

If you are looking to meet people or get involved in some local projects, this group could be perfect.

Our Goole had a chat to Joanne Ellis, who runs the group, to find out more about the group and what parents can expect if they join.

Joanne said: “We are located at Junction Goole in the upstairs community room every Friday from 9:30am - 11:30am and all are welcome. People can drop in for five minutes’ peace or stay for the whole two hours. You can bring your children or come alone and enjoy five minutes peace! People can enjoy a free cuppa, and a biscuit and a chat. We also offer internet access and have tablets available at our weekly group for use by parents or children. Children

friendships

can use them to help with their homework and parents can access the internet, emails, search for jobs, etc. These tablets were donated to us by HEYSmile and have been a huge bonus to our group.

“Digital inclusion is an important issue and we’re so happy to be able to help with this. As well as our drop-in group, we have organised various activities and trips. We had days out to Bridlington during the school summer holidays with the help of Goole Go-Far. At Easter and Halloween we ran colouring competitions with prizes that were donated by Morrisons. We also had a visit from Sam’s Safari where the children met various animals and a visit from Goole Fire Brigade which were all very much enjoyed by

in Goole is a local parent group that runs a free weekly drop-in session. This is for parents to come and socialise and hopefully make lasting

hugely popular in Goole

families. We plan to do more of the same in the future!

“We ran a well-attended Winter Fayre on November 5th, where there were local craft stalls and children could make reindeer food or write a letter to Santa. The elves were hard at work behind the scenes and the children who wrote a letter to Santa received a personalised reply.

“As a lovely end to the year, we held our second children’s Christmas party. Due to the success of the first Christmas party we held two this time. There were party games, dancing and a visit from Santa with a present for the children. The present was very kindly given by Howden Rotary and Home Start Goole.

“Families in Goole was started in September 2021, and is run by Kerry Kirkpatrick, Joanne Ellis, and Coleen Connett as well as some much appreciated helpers.

“Demand has grown to the point that we are

planning a second group which will run in the evening. This will allow people who are perhaps working during the day to still attend. We are so proud of what we have done and it just goes to show what three mums sitting around a kitchen table can achieve! We were nominated this year for the Mayor’s Citizen of Goole awards and were humbled to be included in a category with so many people dedicated to improving the local community.”

Keep your eyes on the group’s Facebook page for updates. You can find it at www.facebook.com/Familiesingoole or email familiesingoole@gmail.com

These days most homeowners suffer from a lack of storage space. So many precious items that need to be kept – but where to store it all? That’s where Yorkshire Loft Ladders come in.

These days most homeowners suffer from a lack of storage space. So many precious items that need to be kept – but where to store it all? That’s where Yorkshire Loft Ladders come in.

The company, based locally, offers homeowners the opportunity to maximise their storage space with a loft ladder, 50 sq ft of boarding and a light all fully fitted in less than a day from just £277 + VAT. But it’s not just the affordability of the package the company offers that makes Yorkshire Loft Ladders stand out as manager Warren Ingleson explains:

The company, based locally, offers homeowners the opportunity to maximise their storage space with a loft ladder, 50 sq ft of boarding and a light all fully fitted in less than a day from just £277 + VAT. But it’s not just the affordability of the package the company offers that makes Yorkshire Loft Ladders stand out as manager Warren Ingleson explains:

‘Our watchwords are Quality,

‘Our watchwords are Quality,

Integrity and Value. Quality in the materials that we use for all our installations and the fact that all our loft packages are fitted by time served tradesmen so our customers are assured of the best job. Integrity in that we will turn up at the time we say and make sure the house is spotless when we leave, and Value in that we offer our services at a price people can afford. Our business relies on referrals and we got a huge amount of our calls from people who have been referred to us by our existing customers - that simply wouldn’t happen if we didn’t adhere to our overriding principles.

Integrity and Value. Quality in the materials that we use for all our installations and the fact that all our loft packages are fitted by time served tradesmen so our customers are assured of the best job. Integrity in that we will turn up at the time we say and make sure the house is spotless when we leave, and Value in that we offer our services at a price people can afford. Our business relies on referrals and we got a huge amount of our calls from people who have been referred to us by our existing customers - that simply wouldn’t happen if we didn’t adhere to our overriding principles.

lead to more happy customers is true and we work hard to make that happen for every installation we carry out!’ So, if you want to make use of your loft space, however big or

lead to more happy customers is true and we work hard to make that happen for every installation we carry out!’

So, if you want to make use of your loft space, however big or

small, call Warren on 0800 612 8359 and he’ll be happy to pop round and give you a no obligation quote so you too can make use of your loft!

small, call Warren on 0800 612 8359 and he’ll be happy to pop round and give you a no obligation quote so you too can make use of your loft!

At the end of the day the old adage that happy customers

At the end of the day the old adage that happy customers

FROM A POLICE

The dangers of spiking

This month, Goole policing team talks to us about the dangers of spiking drinks and what to do if you believe yours has been tampered with

“It can be difficult to tell if your drink has been spiked but if you notice any changes to the appearance or taste of your drink, stop drinking it. If you’re in a bar or club tell staff or security immediately”

POLICE PERSPECTIVE:

Spiking is when someone puts alcohol or drugs into another person’s drink or body without their consent or knowledge.

People can also be a victim of ‘needle spiking’, which is injecting someone with drugs without their consent.

Spiking can happen to anyone, anywhere and can be carried out by strangers or people you know.

Spiking someone could come under a number of criminal offences, which can carry sentences of up to 10 years in prison; even when no other offence, like theft or assault, has happened.

The signs of being spiked

It can be difficult to tell if your drink has been spiked but if you notice any changes to the appearance or taste of your drink, stop drinking it. If you’re in a bar or club tell staff or security immediately.

If you think you or a friend have been spiked, there are a range of things to look out for, including:

• Confusion

• Nausea or vomiting

• Hallucinations and paranoia

• Disorientation or poor coordination

• Loss of ability to communicate properly

• Unconsciousness

It can be difficult to spot the symptoms as they vary depending on what you have been spiked

with and can be similar to having excess alcohol. If you start to feel strange or more drunk than you think you should be, seek help straight away. If you think you’ve been spiked

If you think you or a friend has been spiked it’s important to tell someone as soon as you can.

• Alert a member of staff or security if you’re at a venue.

• Stay with your friend and keep talking to them.

• Don’t let them go home on their own or leave with someone you don’t know.

• Report to the police online, on 101 or, in an emergency, call 999.

If you or someone else have symptoms

• If you are worried call 111.

• Call an ambulance if the symptoms get worse.

• If you think there may have been a sexual assault go to your nearest sexual assault referral centre (SARC) for specialist care and support.

Letting people know gives the best chance of them looking after you and gathering any evidence where a crime may have taken place.

We know it can be scary to report being spiked, but the police are here to help you. They will listen to you and take you seriously.

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Help for households

East Riding Council

‘YOUR money’ team

If you need financial advice to help with longer-term stability, or emergency assistance with your financial or mental health, our local council has services that may be able to help you. Their dedicated ‘YOUR money’ team can help with even the most complex situations. They will ensure you are claiming all the benefits, grants, and discounts that you are entitled to. They can also give debt advice and help with budgeting.

Contact them for a free and confidential appointment by emailing yourmoney@ eastriding.gov.uk

Budgeting

Their online budgeting tool will help you create your own personal budget plan to help you take control of your

finances.

Use our budgeting tool to find tips on how to:

• Reduce your expenses

• Maximise your income

• Pay off your debts

• Save for the future

For more information visit, budget.entitledto.co.uk/ eastriding

Healthy Homes scheme

This can provide money to help with the cost of repairing or replacing your household’s heating system. The scheme is available for both owner occupiers, and private tenants who are responsible for repairing the property’s heating system.

You may be eligible for a Healthy Homes payment if someone in your household has a long-term health condition which is made worse

by the cold or damp, and you are in receipt of any of the following benefits:

• Pension credit (guarantee)

• Income Support

• Employment and Support

Allowance (income related)

• Universal Credit

• Working Tax or Child Tax

Credit with a total household income less than £30,000.

Cost of Living Payments

The government has announced when further Cost of Living Payments will be

As the cost-of-living crisis is still at the forefront of everyone’s minds, Our Goole wants our readers to know there is help out there and has put together some of the initiatives in our local area and some easy tips that you may benefit from

made between spring 2023 and spring 2024. These payments are:

• Up to £900 for people on an eligible low income benefit

• £300 for pensioner households

• £150 for people on an eligible disability benefit

Further guidance will be published when more details have been announced, including the qualifying dates.

If you’re eligible, you’ll be paid automatically in the same way you usually get your benefit or

tax credits.

Quick and easy no-cost actions

Here are some quick actions that you can take immediately to help reduce the amount of energy you use and hopefully see you saving money.

• Turning your combi boiler flow temperature down to 60°C could save you up to £100 a year

• Turning down radiators in rooms you aren’t using or use less could save you up to £70 a year

• Turning appliances off at the

socket could save you up to £70 a year

• Washing clothes at a lower temperature could save you up to £40 a year

• Using your tumble dryer less could save you £70 a year

• Closing all your curtains and blinds at night

• Track your energy usage using an app

For more information, please visit https:// helpforhouseholds.campaign. gov.uk/energy-savingadvice/#no-cost-actions

Property of the month

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This property has a stairway to the first floor with two bedrooms, a sizeable living room, a kitchen with a range of fitted units finished in white laminate and laminate work tops and a bathroom. Contact Screetons on 01430 430201 to arrange a viewing.

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What is an apprenticeship?

An apprenticeship is a paid job where the employee learns and gains valuable experiences. Alongside on-the-job training, apprentices spend at least 20% of their working hours completing classroom-based learning with a college, university or training provider which leads to a nationally recognised qualification.

An apprenticeship includes:

• Paid employment

• Hands-on-experience in a sector/role of interest

• At least 20% off-the-job training

• Formal assessment which leads to a nationally recognised qualification

Who can apply? An apprenticeship is a great paid work opportunity for people over the age of 16 who are:

• Early in their career

• Looking to upskill in their current job

• Looking for a career change

• Not in full-time education

Apprenticeship levels

Different levels equate to different qualification levels.

An apprenticeship can start at any level, but some may require:

• Previous qualifications such as English or maths GCSEs

• Additional training in English or maths to ensure the apprentice is at the right level Levels start at Intermediate – Level 2 and equivalent to GCSE, through to Degree levels 6 and 7. Alongside on-the-job training, apprentices spend at least 20% of their working hours completing classroom-based learning. Off-the-job training is delivered by subject experts and can include:

• Teaching theory (e.g. classroom lessons and online learning)

• Practical training (e.g. shadowing, industry visits)

• Learning support and time to write assignments

The training can take place in or out of work. Some employers will offer in-house training, others may work with colleges, universities etc. The training must equate to 20% of the overall contracted hours for the duration of the apprenticeship. It can be daily, weekly, or as a block release.

Apprenticeship benefits

A paid option for anyone wanting to gain experience, upskill or change career because they offer

the chance to earn whilst working and studying.

The benefits to completing an apprenticeship include:

• Experience and skills development

• A nationally recognised qualification (with no tuition fees)

• Employee benefits and a wage

• Exposure to industry professionals

Apprenticeship wage

Earnings will depend on the industry, location and the level of apprenticeship chosen. If aged between 16 and 18 or in the first year, the apprentice is entitled to the apprentice rate. If aged 19 and over and you have completed the first year, they are entitled to the National Minimum Wage. This is the minimum an apprentice can earn, many employers offer apprentices a competitive salary.

There are no student loan or tuition fees because it is funded by the government and the employer. The apprentice will need to cover the cost of their day-to-day expenses, such as lunch and travel. If aged 16 to 24 and a care leaver, they will receive a £1,000 bursary payment to support them in their first year.

This month, Jobcentre Goole explains what an apprenticeship is, what the benefits are and how it can be a great route to go down when starting your career

HOROSCOPES

Aquarius

(20th Jan-18th Feb)

You have not connected with your family much this past month. Set aside some time to visit them and check on their health and wellbeing.

Pisces

(19th Feb-20th March)

Plans may have changed in the last few months, but you have an exciting event coming up and you will gain lots of new memories that will last forever.

Aries

(21st March-19th April)

A memory from the past will begin to keep you awake at night. However, don’t panic, revisiting the past can sometimes give you the closure you need.

Taurus

(20th April-20th May)

Make note of those who make time for you and stop relying on those who don’t give you a second thought.

Gemini

(21st May-20th June)

A huge, dramatic change is about to happen in your life in the upcoming weeks. You will need to remain calm and not rush into a big decision.

Cancer

(21st June- 22nd July)

Your friendships are going to begin to change a little. Not to worry, it’s just time to reflect on who the true ones are.

Leo

(23rd July-22nd Aug)

Be careful with your spending this month. Blowing all your money at the start and having none left for the rest of the month is not wise.

Virgo

(23rd Aug-22nd Sept)

You aren’t in the mood for company or to listen to gossip. You have too many important things on your mind.

Libra

(23rd Sept-22nd Oct)

People are willing to talk about matters they have been keeping to themselves. You will need time to come to terms with issues that are new to you.

Scorpio

(23rd Oct-21st Nov)

You are smashing work at the moment and the hard work is not going unrecognised! Keep it up and a promotion will be on its way.

Sagittarius

(22nd Nov-21st Dec)

You are nagging a lot at your partner and it will soon get on top of them. Take a step back and work out what is making you angry.

Capricorn

(22nd Dec-19th Jan)

You are doing a great job at focussing on your health and well-being, keep up the good work!

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