Darling Magazine Wimbledon Spring 2019 by Darling Magazine UK

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MERTON MAKES THE CUT Lights, camera, action!

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Gender Balance The Challenge of our time

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Ten years on – and what an adventure it’s been! I started Darling Wimbledon in the spring of 2009 on nothing more than a whim and a prayer. Now, with over 40,000 readers in SW London and North Surrey, my original dream of giving local women a forum for all the news, views and business issues that matter to them, has become a wonderful reality. So this issue is dedicated to the many extraordinary and inspiring women who have graced our pages over the years, and more importantly, have become such good friends. Thank you all for your love and support, especially Marja-Leena Toseland, our Richmond/Kingston and co-editor on North Surrey and Phillipa Hennessy who took Darling to North Surrey in the early days. And that’s not to forget all the fabulous Darling men in our community too. So even though women will always be closest to our hearts, I’d like to thank the gorgeous males (and there are many), who have volunteered for my covers. Sorry chaps, as much as we like to be inclusive, that space is reserved for the fairer sex! So here’s to all of you – and to another ten years of Darling! Karine Torr Editor | info@darlingmagazine.co.uk For franchise enquiry for North Surrey Darling please email us.

CONTENTS 4 Darling on the lash! We’re 10!! 7 Lisa Lamberti – life on the bench 11 Charlotte’s peachy spring fashion 13 Power Women doing it their way 16 Love Local – support local 17 FilmMerton! Our very own festival 19 Richmond Hotel’s new look 21 Open your eyes at Nakedhealth 23 Stop grinding your teeth - Infinitidental 25 Revolutionary Method Putkisto 27 Your crowning glory at Wimblederm 29 Home Instead seniors ‘Love to Move’ 30 Cook’s Corner mango surprise 33 Pam says The Change is coming! 34 Peacock & Co reads the rules 37 Sophie Kahn keeping tabs on The Bill 39 Thembalitsha transforming lives in South Africa 40 Wimbledon Bookfest’s new spring season 40 Da Vinci’s Requiem premiere with WCS 41 Dr Nihara takes Stem4 to the Palace 41 The Fringe comes to Wimbledon! 42 Fashion with a conscience - Ali Clifford reports 45 Mimmo’s Italian Deli celebrates its decennial 47 New styles, new stripes at The Flooring Co 48 On the Social Scene 49 What’s Hot with Lady Wimbledon 53 Women’s Rights are Human Rights 54 Paul Mendelson’s Spring Bridge 55 Wimbledon’s oldest and finest at 105 56 Darling Diary highlights 57 Happy 30th Birthday David Lloyd Raynes Park! 58 Kate finally has a wedding… darling turns 10! 3

DARLING TURNS 10! Lady Wimbledon Event at the Dog & Fox Editors Karine Torr & MarjaLeena Toseland

COVER GIRLS: Meera Santoro, Debbie Knight, Lady W, Kim Peacock, Denise Waterman, Malory Torr, Charlo�e Broadbent, Danielle Sweeney Front: Lisa Lamber�, Karine Torr, Jini Reddy & Kim Salmassian

Darling owner Karine Torr with Mayor of Merton Cllr Mary Cur�n

Darling Team Editors Holly Candlish, MarjaLeena, Karine Torr and Darling designer Hermina Williams Rebecca Burt, Lady W & Gemma Fordham-Bryant

Photography Martijn Prins Sara Minton, Susan Cusack, Richard & Sarah Jane Holden Adrian Mills, Bhav Padhiar & David Frost

Victoria Norman & Andrew Morris

Star Baker, Zayner Sherwani ( Zay’s Bakes) & Karine Torr

Décor Café Debbie Blo� & Emma Mitchell & Nina Moeller

Alina Neukirch & Darling Photographer Taylor Torr

Jessica Kingsley, Rebecca Bre�, Lady W, Emma Cale & Linda Dantas

Philippa Tuaine, Lady W, Karine Torr, Dog & Fox GM Ben North, Ollie Molloy & Hannah Hodge

Hel & Mel Style bloggers with Mo Ashraf in the middle

Alex Gear from Nutri�on for Life

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Lady W & Cllr Janice Howard

Lisa Lamber�, Kim Peters & Jacqui Torr

Clare Alder,, Katherine Box, Verity Lester & Darling Fashion Editor Charlo�e Broadbent

Carol Andrews, Diana Sterck (CEO Merton Chamber), Danielle Sweeney, Caroline Cook and Julie Baker

SJ Burne� & Karthik Ganesan

Nicky Franklin, Rachel Angel & Sandy Reid

Sarah Buxton & Lynda Leith

Janie Smith & Jackie Schnieder

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rowing up in a large extended South African family of entrepreneurs, it never entered my mind that I would be a corporate worker. I was always going to own my own business and be in charge of my own future. After completing a Bachelor of Commerce (covering all those wonderful subjects like Economics, Accounting, Marketing, Finance) I came straight to the UK to work with the idea of saving enough pounds to be able to go back home to my beloved family and open a business, although I still had no clue what that business was going to be. While working and saving I learned some things about myself: I realised I had a capacity to work hard and be excited by it, and I found I had a skill for recognising talents in other people and helping them to develop themselves in that. Separate from work, I also discovered a fascination for the science of the human body, which surprised me since I gave up Biology for Accountancy at school. Three years of IT project management finally came to an end when I found Pilates. It was actually through our ‘dear friend’ Oprah Winfrey that I first heard about Pilates. I saw the equipment, I heard a bit about the principle of what it was, and in that moment I knew deep inside – THIS is going to be my business! I

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found the closest course I could, became a Pilates teacher, and began my journey. This was the year 2000 though and not many people knew what Pilates was so I just said ‘yes’ to any request to teach a class in a studio or gym, or to any client wanting a session at home, and anything I could get, and I ran from one end of London to another making it by the skin of my teeth wherever I went, 6 days a week. And I discovered I was really good! People liked my teaching and I became popular, it was so exciting! But it was tough to make any money this way, so I never managed to move back to SA, and ended up going all out creating my business here, in the UK. I started with a small home studio, then grew a little bigger to a new commercial one, then bigger again to where I am now at The Pilates Clinic, Wimbledon. I am so proud of it, as it is a place where clients are happy when they are there and feel better when they leave, and my incredibly talented teachers get to showcase their best skills day after day. It is like all my passions rolled into one. I was very lucky to meet my supportive husband in the early stages of building my business and he has been incredibly patient with my spending so much time and energy on it. We had our

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became a Faculty member first son when the studio for them, delivering the was still quite small, and training to students myself. our second son came I’ve even been a Finalist in along right when I was the Merton Best Business expanding to my big awards over the last few studio. Two joys arriving years. at the same time was so incredibly hectic that it all feels like a blur when I try It has been an incredible to remember it. I am crazy journey of overcoming about my kids, they are a physical challenges and fulfilment of a lifetime’s challenges of self-belief. First International Pilates conference in Southfields hosted and desire to be a mom. As There is nothing like organised by Lisa they have grown, I have demonstrating high level become a football mom, just another exercises in tight lycra to a group of many hats I wear. This job is one of students to get you over your I love – they are skilful and I am one self-imposed fears, to humble you of those annoying moms who shouts and to force you to just get on with from the side. living and being the best version of yourself on any given day. The Pilates school that I trained with, BASI Pilates, an International I am so fulfilled in what I do, that school of Pilates, has become like a despite the daily strains and heavy guiding light to my career. I trained load of running a business, a marriage, two kids and a dog, I just with them in 2004 and by 2013 my love the fact that I get to be involved studio had become a host studio to in creating an environment that enhances the lives run BASI Pilates courses, a great honour! A year of not only clients from our community, but my later, I was awarded the Licence (franchise) for teachers and my students all around the UK too. BASI Pilates for the UK and Ireland and in 2015

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Top tips from local women at the top of their game A Darling exclusive We have seen a big increase in the number of women setting up their own businesses, 45 per cent up between 2013-2016, compared to a 27 per cent rise for men. The Women in Business Council was set up by Teresa May in 2012 in order to advise Government on how women’s contribution to the economy can be optimised. They see an urgent need to broaden girls’ career choices and aspirations by bringing together schools, businesses, career development professionals and parents. To empower future generations of young women to consider entrepreneurship as a viable career option requires us to embed this female entrepreneurism in the education system. Working for yourself can be lonely, especially at the start, but there are support networks around. Women only networking groups are mushrooming everywhere. The members of these groups, us included, find them warm, supportive, fun and they help us grow our businesses.

Angela Auluck Founder of Dental Rooms Angela Auluck is the dynamic and glamorous founder of the Dental Rooms, a hugely successful dental practice in the heart of Wimbledon Village. Angela was a high achiever from a young age and her drive and motivation comes from believing everyone has the right to a beautiful smile. Her successes include winning the Gold Medal for dentistry from the University of London, recognition by the HRH The Queen as a Young Achiever, raising two children – and recently celebrating 20 years of marriage! My top tip: Build a perfect team. The Dental Rooms team is always working towards our goals and vision. They are the backbone of my business and my second family! dentalrooms.co.uk

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I spent 10 years in the City as a Senior Fund Manager before leaving to become a full-time mother. Four years ago, I founded Really Helpful Club, an online and offline community for positive, like-minded people to share their connections, advice and knowledge. It’s free to join and, with over 15,000 members, our community is buzzing. Our website features a directory of outstanding memberrecommended businesses, who can advertise their services to our unique and influential network. We also run informative, inspiring and interesting events covering all aspects of life, from health and wellbeing, to career advice.

I spent 20 years working for Cartier London, juggling career, business trips, motherhood and “doing it all”. Eventually I realised even the best of us need help and so as a born organiser, I decided I would offer that help to others. We all sometimes feel overwhelmed by unaccomplished tasks, domestic challenges and the chaos that forms when we don’t get on with them. From running errands, handling personal affairs and confidential matters to managing different projects, the scope is immensely varied, challenging and enriching. But the most rewarding aspect is to allow my clients more time to do things that inspire them.

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Clare Jefferies – Owner of Home Instead Senior Care, Wimbledon, Kingston & Richmond

Kate Kelk Co-founder of Cajun HR The reason Jenny and I decided to work for ourselves and set up our human resources consultancy was because it provided us with flexibility, variety and the opportunity to work with people we like. We operate in a myriad of different sectors providing practical straightforward and commercial HR advice. Qualified in our profession, we have a genuine passion for business. Our aim is always to help fellow business owners deliver their strategic plans through the development and management of their team of employees, without having a permanent HR professional on the payroll. My top tip: Enjoy your work! If you are not enjoying it understand why and make changes.

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Sophie Khan – Solicitor Advocate in civil liberties and human rights law I set up my niche law firm to specialise in civil liberties and human rights law in 2014 and opened a branch office in Wimbledon Village, two years later. My firm has an expertise in representing individuals who bring actions against the police and other state bodies, at inquests and in claims against the military. I am also the Founder and Director of Legal & Policy at the Police Action Centre, the first national organisation dedicated to providing a free, independent and confidential advice service on complaints against the police and other detaining authorities. My top tip: Never let other people define you and always be yourself. sophiekhan.co.uk

I love my job. My company provides highly personalised care and support to older people in their own homes locally. The care our clients receive is delivered from the heart, by people who really want to make a difference to their clients lives and my particularly passion is the subject of dementia awareness. Our care is rated Outstanding by the CQC and we’ve won numerous awards. Inspired by my own parent’s poor care, I can honestly say, they would be very proud of all that we do to prevent loneliness and isolation.

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Lisa Lamberti – Founder of The Pilates Clinic I always wanted to have my own business and I always wanted to do something where I could enable people around me to become better versions of themselves. I have also always loved movement and exercise with a deep interest in movement anatomy. The Pilates Clinic is the fulfilment of all these loves. I get to be inspired by our incredible teachers and I get to give them a platform to shine, grow and flourish, aligning with my mission to offer the best service possible. I love that my business is a shining light in such a great community. My top tip: Don’t be led by other businesses, be led by yourself and your own sense of truth, honesty, integrity and fairness. thepilatesclinic.com

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I told everyone I wanted to be a ‘dancing girl’ when I grow up, even as a toddler I had a dream of becoming a ballet teacher! We’ve just celebrated Siegeris Dance’s 10th anniversary with a spectacular show at the New Wimbledon Theatre. With 10 class locations in Merton as well as our dancewear shop, we are so proud of what we have achieved with the support of our local community. We’re extremely excited about what 2019 will bring - we’re expanding with the launch of a new Ballet Boutique in Kingston, and we’re expecting our 3rd child!

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ilmMerton is an exciting new initiative to develop a film culture in areas of the borough like Mitcham, where there are lower levels of participation in the arts. Throughout 2019 until Spring 2020 there will be screenings of film seasons chosen by a diverse range of community groups and high-profile guest curators. You can also look forward to a virtual reality festival showcasing the latest in immersive technologies.

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Finding Common Ground When local resident John Merriman decided to bring together an advisory committee to bid for London Borough of Culture, a team of talented entrepreneurs worked closely with the council and consultant, Sarah Tanburn, to write a bid entitled Common Ground. This had two key aspirations; firstly, to bridge the divide in Merton between the east and west of the borough and secondly to involve local communities in the decision-making so that Merton residents would choose the events that were delivered and the art that was made. Establishing FilmMerton Merton won the prestigious Cultural Impact Award to fund FilmMerton and the project has also received funding and support from Merton Council, which has been key to delivering the film seasons and commissions. This support has enabled FilmMerton to build a partnership with the British Film Institute, enabling local young filmmakers to access training and networking in 2019 and beyond. shop local

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after tighten and smooth the eye area, resulting in a fresher appearance. Mr Gateley has been delivering these treatments for many years and reports high levels of patient satisfaction saying that “patients immediately feel that they look younger and rejuvenated”. With many years experience in Plastic Surgery Mr Gateley fully understands the importance of minimising scarring and down time and that procedures need to be both safe and comfortable for the patient. To introduce the minor surgery service, Nakedhealth is offering free mini consultations with Mr Gateley. With a rise in the incidence of skin cancers in the UK all patients will be offered a free mole check. The Nakedhealth

Minor Ops Room has the latest monitoring and surgical equipment to ensure a safe, quick delivery of care. All follow ups will be by the resident medical staff. If required, lesions can be sent for examination under microscope to confirm the diagnosis.

‘Worried about a mole that has changed it’s appearance? Then jump the queue’ So, if you’re worried about a mole that might have changed in size, shape and overall colour or a cyst that has unusually increased in size, then jump the queue and contact Nakedhealth Medispa and book a mini consultation with Mr Gateley before the end of May. Nakedhealth MEDISPA 020 8944 5454 nakedhealth.co.uk 261-263 Coombe Lane, Wimbledon, SW20 0RH

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BRUXISM TEETH GRINDING AND CLENCHING Cracked, chipped and worn teeth! Ever thought why?

Bruxism affects over 10 million adults in the UK yet most of us do not know what it is. Many people grind and/or clench their teeth without problem. However, a large number suffer from severe symptoms, ranging from broken teeth and restorations to headaches, jaw and neck ache. Thankfully there is growing awareness of the condition and your dentist can help. Dr Anand Patel of Infinitidental clinic in Wimbledon has advanced his knowledge in this field and has revolutionised his approach to patient care.

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Whilst bruxism can occur during waking hours, nearly 80% of clenching and grinding occurs subconsciously during sleep and is typically associated with stress and/or anxiety. A dental examination provides a static representation of a lifetime of dentistry where many of the signs of bruxism can be detected: • Chipped or fractured teeth • Crack lines within the tooth and around restorations • Previous loss of teeth due to them splitting • Chipped or worn porcelain on crowns • Wear facets on teeth due to repeated sliding of tooth on tooth • Flattened teeth and cusps • Ragged incisal edges on the front teeth • Bone loss around molar teeth

sufferer. However, with symptoms not always involving the teeth, often there is little awareness that bruxism may be the cause of such painful symptoms.

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Dentists have traditionally concentrated on fixing the issues and complaints patients present with. Beyond this, Dr Anand Patel now strives to find out why these incidences occur and can recommend ways in which they can be minimised going forward.

The sleep clench inhibitor (SCI)

Patient tolerance with the smaller SCI dental splint is far superior to the traditional full arch devices and therefore patient compliance is much greater. Worn at night, the splint sits between your front teeth, preventing the back teeth from making contact. This is a key difference to traditional splints and by doing so clench intensity is minimised and grinding becomes almost impossible. By inhibiting the unwanted muscle activity, the tension that causes migraines, headaches, and jaw and neck pain is greatly reduced. Dr Anand Patel has found great success with the use of SCI splints in his practice to date and believes they are a great preventative treatment modality.

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HAIR RAISING! “Don’t let your hair lose its mojo,” says Bhavash Padhiar of Wimblederm, “Use your own blood to restore it”

emember the days when your reflection in the mirror was you with beautiful thick hair? And not your scalp shining through. Losing hair is a natural part of getting older. Everyone normally sheds up to 150 hairs a day. Don’t worry, most people have roughly a hundred thousand hairs on their head and for each hair that falls out, you will grow a new one. Thinning hair happens when hair naturally moults and doesn’t grow back as quickly or as thick as it used to. Over time the hair growth cycle slows down and eventually stops growing altogether. The thinning process of individual hair follicles can take up to ten years before baldness happens.

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The Answer Luckily you have a window of up to a decade after your hair starts thinning to be able to reverse the decline of those weak and flagging hair follicles before they are gone for good. Remember that time is ticking and the window is getting smaller. At Wimblederm, we use the healing properties of your own immune system to kick start the natural chain reaction that happens when you injure yourself. We make this process happen without the trauma of an actual injury. Bhavash has over two decades of training and experience as a clinical pharmacist in acute major hospitals working with some of the top consultants and surgeons in the country on hospital wards and during surgical procedures. He has developed the integration of pharmaceuticals, clinical knowledge of the scalp and skin, together with non-invasive surgical procedures to create an advanced system to quickly thicken and rejuvenate hair that’s lost its mojo.

Wimblederm uses the restorative components of your blood and combines with correct growth factors and nutrients and applied back to your scalp using shallow injections. The process is relatively pain free, quick and doesn’t involve you having to hide away for weeks on end as you would after surgery. A full consultation is required before any treatment to assess your suitability. We are based at the fabulous Lulu Blonde salon in Wimbledon Village. Their expertise and talent in hair care, colour and style fits perfectly with our hair thickening treatments to put the “Wow!” back into your hair.

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Love to Move Home Instead Senior Care, in partnership with the British Gymnastics Foundation, are launching a chair-based gymnastics programme specially designed to get older people moving and functioning better.

The science bit… Almost every part of this chair-based exercise programme works on bi-lateral asymmetric movement patterns. This benefits all older people including those with dementia and mild cognitive impairment, by enabling the left side and right side of the brain to process information independently, thus improving cognitive function, co-ordination and the ability to carry out activities of daily living more independently… so basically it’s great for all! Our programme runs every Monday at the Lantern Arts Centre, Tolverine Road, Raynes Park from 10.30am to 12noon and will run every Monday throughout the year. We will be serving tea, coffee, cake and biscuits in what will be a friendly and encouraging environment. We ask for a contribution of £3 to attend. For more information please contact Clare on 020 8942 4137 or clare.jefferies@homeinstead.co.uk www.homeinstead.co.uk/wimbledonandkingston

COOK’S CORNER Mango Mousse

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his recipe is so easy and lovely for spring. I find mangoes are often overlooked as a fruit, especially in recipes and they are starting to really come in to season March/ April time, being at their best in the summer. Obviously you can buy them all year round though as they are imported. With this recipe you can use either all-fresh mango or for a quick and easy cheats guide you can buy tinned mango pulp. A rich but very easy dessert to make for a dinner party/picnic/BBQ’s or, as Easter is coming up, for something sweet after your Easter

lunch. It is also a great dessert after something spicy like a curry. The decoration is up to you as well. I tend to put mango on top to make it a full on mango experience but have also used Kiwi fruit, passion fruit and raspberries to get some real tropical colour and taste. Play around with this recipe. Have fun!

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Ingredients 1 x 850g Fresh mango pulped loosely in a blender or you can buy a can of Mango Pulp if its easier 1 x 600g Double Cream 1 x 250g Mascarpone 2 Fresh Mangoes to decorate Mint Sprigs to decorate optional Method Whisk the double cream in a large bowl until semi thick. Add the Mango Pulp and whisk together until you get a smooth consistency. I tend to like a really smooth one with no lumps in, but some may prefer a bit of a bite to it. Add the mascarpone until the mixture is thick and creamy. I like to serve them in Martini Glasses but you can serve them in ramekins or smaller glasses if preferred. Just pour the mixture in to the individual containers/ glass and decorate with fresh chopped Mangoes or improvise with passion fruit or raspberries on the top. Fresh Mint is another great way to decorate with instant colour and fresh flavour. Easy…

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“Whatever we call it, the change, the pause or that time of life the menopause is a life changing event”, says therapist, Pam Custers

he emotional effects of the menopause effect our mood and our relationships. When a woman has her first hot flush it is a profound moment. Many women feel a sense of loss. We realise that our child rearing days are over and we start to take stock of what our life holds. We may also feel a sense of liberation. No matter how you may view this moment it may well shift our own sense of identity in the world. What we know is that for the average woman (is there such a thing!), menopause happens at the age of 51 whilst being peri menopausal starts at 45. Some woman start way earlier and others may start way later. In our practice we understand that it happens at a time when so much else is happening in a woman’s life. Careers may have reached a ceiling for them or their partners. Children may well be leaving home. Financial demands are at their highest and our long-term relationships have lost their mojo! Then just for good measure nature throws us a curved ball. We step onto a hormonal rollercoaster. Menopause effects women in a vast number of ways. It is as unique as each of us and impossible to provide one size fits all help. Women are often left stumbling around trying to find information that may or may not be useful to their unique set of circumstances. So what can we do? Find a medic that is knowledgeable and sympathetic. Talk. Talk to your friends to a counsellor, talking helps process what at times feels like we are at sixes and sevens with the world. Use mindfulness to reduce the stress and anxiety. Exercise to release the endorphins. Finally, you may be the one that is going through the change but so is your relationship. The menopause is a relational issue. We know that the difference between a good and a bad relationship is the difference between thriving or simply surviving. Have an open and frank

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Employing domestic staff is not like an ordinary “commercial” employment relationship, even though the same legal framework applies. In basic terms, domestic staff are employed so households can function smoothly whilst their employers get on with their business lives. Whether a nanny looking after the children of the household, or a live-in carer for an elderly person, domestic staff perform essential functions in close quarters to their employer. This article seeks to highlight some matters that could arise when employing domestic staff.

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Recruitment It is essential to ensure that you recruit the right person for a domestic role, especially a live-in role. As well as qualifications, consider the candidate’s character and “fit”. It is unlawful to employ anyone who does not have the right to work in the UK, or who is working in breach of the conditions under which they are permitted to stay in the UK. Employers must confirm that prospective employees have the right to live and work in the UK by carrying out “right to work” checks on documents evidencing of that right before allowing an individual to start work.

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If it transpired that an individual did not have the right to work in the UK, the employer could be liable for a civil penalty of up to £20,000 (per illegal employee), plus an unlimited fine and/or up to six months’ imprisonment. It is worth getting this right at the outset and a reputable recruitment agency will help.

the disciplinary and grievance procedures that apply to employees – often included in a Staff Handbook covering all relevant policies and procedures. No matter how many staff are employed, all employers should consider documenting the rules and procedures that apply, so that everything is clear on the face of the relationship.

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Regular catch-up meetings are also a good idea – but don’t allow big issues to fester.

All employees are entitled to basic written terms and conditions of employment within 8 weeks of starting work. I recommend issuing a written contract at the outset, so a probation clause can be included (see below) and to deal with matters like the employee’s entitlement to use the employer’s vehicles. Confidentiality will be an imperative. There is an implied term of mutual trust and confidence that should exist between all employers and employees; arguably domestic employers are entitled to expect a higher level of trust and confidence. Standalone Non-Disclosure Agreements are common for domestic staff, to prohibit any public statements about the employer or their family at any time, in any publication or on any social media platform. Those quotes about the latest celebrity divorce from “friends” or “someone close” to the person might be PR-managed - or could come unapproved from their domestic staff. Imposing a probation period is a good idea to give the employee time to settle in, and the family a chance to check all is working out satisfactorily, coupled with a minimal notice period for a quick separation if necessary.

During employment As a bare minimum, employers must publish

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After employment Perhaps oddly, it is best to anticipate and deal with post-termination matters at the start of employment. In the domestic environment, ensuring confidentiality, and avoiding prolonged, magnified publicity from a claim or negative media reports, will carry an intangible value to employers. It is often not simply a case of issuing a warning and carrying on after misconduct; the relationship, once dented, can be difficult to recover. Dismissal might be the desired outcome for even a minor transgression, owing to that higher standard of trust and confidence expected from domestic staff. Care should be taken to minimise risk of successful claims and ensure the employee’s contractual obligations as to confidentiality remain in force. Early legal advice can help achieve a managed departure.

If you would like more information on the matters summarised in this article, please contact Clare Chappell, Associate Solicitor at Peacock & Co, at clare.chappell@peacock-law.co.uk or on 020 8944 5290 peacock-law.co.uk darling turns 10! | spring 19

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REAL CRIME NEEDS REAL POLICE Sophie Khan, Solicitor-Advocate states her case

n November 2017, the London Mayor announced a decision to close 37 of the 73 police stations across London. The decision followed a consultation launched on 14 July 2017 by the Mayor’s Office for Policing and Crime on a Draft Public Access and Engagement Strategy (PAES) for London. The Mayor’s decision was judicially reviewed by Professor Paul Kohler, who had in 2014 been the victim of a violent attack in his home in Wimbledon. On 20 July 2018, the High Court found that the decision to close Wimbledon Police Station was unlawful, as the Deputy Mayor had “failed to ensure that there was consideration of a material matter raised in the consultation responses relating to Merton.” The material matter which had been ignored was “the need to test whether the new technology would reduce the amount of time officers needed to spend in the community.” The shift away from traditional policing methods to digital policing has already been explored by other police forces to include Kent Police. In 2013, Kent Police started to use the PredPol programme, a predictive policing algorithm which claimed that on a daily basis it can identify 180 crime hotspots, each 500ft by 500ft. Unsurprisingly, Kent Police has decided not to renew the £100,000 per year contract and in

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November 2018 launched “a new policy model that places victims and witnesses at its centre…” after evaluating “alternative options which will support a focus on both traditional and emerging crime types”. The unpredictability of the “new technology” has also been experienced by the Metropolitan Police in its trialling of Live Facial Recognition. The NEC’s NeoFace Technology, is said to identify a person from a digital image, held on a system database which contains the “watch list”, but there has been an almost 100 per cent misidentification rate. It has cost the Metropolitan Police £198,000 for the software and £23,000 on hardware, such as cameras. The future of the Wimbledon Police Station remains uncertain, but what is clear is that the experiment with digital policing has failed. It is difficult to see how the Mayor can remain of the view that “new technology”, can bring about savings to the police fund and safety to Londoners at the same time. If you wish to seek legal advice on whether you have a human rights claim against the police or a detention claim, if you have been arrested, contact Sophie Khan & Co, Solicitors and Higher Court Advocates on 07702 999 638 enquiries@sophiekhan.co.uk sophiekhan.co.uk

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Wimbledon BookFest Spring Weekend Festival Wimbledon BookFest is delighted to announce an inaugural Spring Weekend Festival in partnership with King’s College School, Wimbledon on 15-17 March 2019.

he Festival will feature a diverse programme of talks, interviews and debates featuring writers, commentators and acclaimed thinkers from the worlds of politics, global affairs, education, philosophy, history and more. Speakers include poet Roger McGough, philosopher Julian Baggini, writer and novelist Fatima Bhutto, broadcaster and author Tim Marshall and world renowned historian Peter Frankopan who will be discussing his latest book ‘The New Silk Roads: The Present and Future of the World,’ the companion volume to his international bestseller ‘The Silk Roads: A New History of the World.’ There will also be a debate on the private education system between Andrew Halls, Head Master of King’s College School, and

social historians Francis Green and David Kynaston. The Spring Weekend Festival will run in addition to Wimbledon BookFest’s annual ten-day Autumn event which takes place in a pop festival site on Wimbledon Common. This Weekend Festival will take place in the new Concert Hall at King’s College School and the beautiful historic house, Southside House. To book go to wimbledonbookfest.org

WIMBLEDON CHORAL SOCIETY’S WORLD PREMIERE OF Da Vinci Requiem Darling chats to composer Cecilia McDowall

eonardo da Vinci died in 1519. To mark the 500th anniversary in 2019 Wimbledon Choral Society commissioned Cecilia McDowall to compose Da Vinci Requiem. The world premiere is at the Royal Festival Hall on May 7th, with the Philharmonia, conducted by Neil Ferris, and soloists Kate Royal and Roddy Williams. You came to composing quite late When my children were in their teenage years, I was nearly 50 by that time, I did a Masters in composition, and I decided to focus on writing music. 40

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What are some of the milestones in your career? Oxford University Press said they would take me on as a house composer in 2010, that made a great difference, and I suppose when I won Composer of the Year for Choral Music in 2014. You have a family connection with da Vinci Yes, my mother gave my father the Leonardo da Vinci notebooks when they married in 1946. As a child I was absolutely fascinated by the drawings. There are a number of texts which align themselves very closely to the Requiem, so I’ve combined extracts from his writings with the Requiem liturgy. For tickets to the World Premiere of Da Vinci Requiem go to southbankcentre.co.uk or call 020 3879 9555 shop local

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Dr Nihara Krause Wins British Citizen Award Dr Nihara Krause, CEO, founder and Clinical Psychologist, has been honoured at the Palace of Westminster receiving a British Citizen Award for Services to Healthcare (BCAh) Dr Nihara Krause was presented her Medal by Dame Mary Perkins and Michael Underwood who hosted the event. Dr Krause is the CEO and founder of stem4, which was established in 2011 to help young people at risk of a range of psychological difficulties as well as their families, friends, teachers and healthcare professionals. One of the biggest impacts is Dr Nihara Krause’s creation of the Calm Harm App, which she developed in consultation with young people that wanted to self-harm. The App, which is free, has been downloaded around 900,000 times. Last month she created the Clear Fear App to help children and young people manage anxiety.

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ntroducing New Wimbledon Theatre’s #FromTheFringe season, new for 2019! For three weeks this June, each night the Theatre’s studio space will play host to something entirely different. Having been selected from the very best submissions, a range of exciting theatre-makers and comedians will preview their work before they take it off to various fringe festivals. And, for an inexpensive ticket price with multi-buy offers available, you can afford to experiment and find a new favourite artist or style, all whilst enjoying an icecold beer from Wimbledon Brewery, the official Beer of #FromTheFringe. From stand-up to drama, children’s theatre to sketch comedy and musical delights, they’ve got something for everyone! This season will

see the return of local favourites, comedy troupe Bad Clowns with a brand-new show Cult Classic, whilst Edinburgh Fringe sell-out In Loyal Company is sure to exceed your dramatic expectations. Regarding comedians you can see Ivo Graham, Tom Houghton, Kate Lucas and Simon Brodkin to name but a few. #FromTheFringe runs from 4th – 22nd June in New Wimbledon Studio atgtickets.com 020 8545 7915 41

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WEAR YOUR ETHICS ON YOUR SLEEVE Ali Clifford’s guide to guilt-free shopping

hether it’s spring, summer or autumn, or winter, every fashion choice you make comes at a price that isn’t always reflected on the tag.

David Attenborough’s Blue Planet II has opened our eyes to the devastating impact of plastic on our oceans. And Stacey Dooley’s shocking BBC documentary Fashion’s Guilty Secrets has pricked our consciences by showing the real cost of “fast fashion. But the ethical consequences of everything we wear, from head to toe and from luxury designs to casual summer outfits, are only now getting the attention they deserve. Navigating the ethical minefield can be tricky when you are trying to stay true to them. So – to keep it brief… let’s shop ‘ethical’ instead. • Sustainability - What is it made from? • Fairness for garment workers - who made it? And - it’s not JUST cheaper high street ‘fast fashion’ we should be contemplating; Even if we are going ‘high-end’ and luxury, let’s shop ‘ethical’ instead. Sustainable Fashion Stacey Dooley says in her BBC documentary FASHION’S DIRT SECRETS: “I’ve never associated clothes’ production with pollution before.” Cotton has been called the world’s dirtiest crop, owing to its heavy use of insecticides and water, high greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and land use. It can take over 15,000 litres of water to grow the cotton to make a pair of jeans. Alternatively, organic cotton or linen require less water and fares better in terms of environmental impact and toxicity. Party Shoes and Summer Sandals The fashion documentary on Netflix, “The True Cost Movie” shows leather tanneries responsible for chronic pollution with a toxic waste of chemicals such as arsenic and chromium flowing into India’s revered Ganges River, and the systematic poisoning of tens of thousands of people. Opt for

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vegetable tanned European chrome-free leather which will have been produced to higher welfare and environmental standards. There are plenty of sustainable vegan footwear options available too: Shoe brands such as Po-Zu.com use materials such as cork, linen, eco microfibre, organic cotton, Fairtrade rubber, and innovative vegan materials like Pinatex, a plant-based leather which is made from pineapple leaf fibres. Are you a Slave to Fashion? Well, that’s the greenhouse gases, the ocean plastics, leather tanneries and textile pollution covered - now let’s talk about the movement for greater transparency regarding the workers conditions and rights in the fashion industry. Campaigners such as Safia Minney MBE, founder of People Tree, and author Slave of Fashion, are highlighting modern slavery in the garment trade. Also, Fashion Revolution’s hashtag #WhoMadeMyClothes? This simple question gets people thinking differently about what they wear. As consumers, our questions, our voices and our everyday shopping behaviour has the power to help change things for the better.

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LADY WIMBLEDON’S FABULOUS LOVE BALL AT HOTEL DU VIN CANNIZARO HOUSE

Nadia Kfaiti, Lady W & Emma Dore, Hotel du Vin GM Dani Sweenie, Lady W, Suzie Kennedy (Marilyn), Flora Firth & Alice Bradley Darling Editor with Love Ball organiser Lady W Ana Pribylova & Anna Louise Scaife

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Nimal Fernando, Lady W, Jason Burrill & Claire Atallah with parrots Mikey & Mia

SPOTTED AT FILMMERTON! GALA LAUNCH AT THE NEW WIMBELDON THEATRE

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Alice Hammond, Sally Hammond, Ed Gretton & Rufus Shaljean Some of the women on the panel making FilmMerton happen!

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Photography Rebecca Cresta

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A Century of

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Celebrating the 105th birthday of Eileen Symonds by her youngest daughter Laura Conn Eileen on points at 10

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ileen Mary Symonds was born in 1913, in the City of London where her parents ran a pub in Fetter Lane. When only three years of age she and her brother were evacuated to a boarding school in the West Country to avoid the bombs. Eileen and her family later lived in Muswell Hill where she attended ballet lessons and showed promise. At 11 she was enrolled in a girls’ boarding school called St Catherine’s in Bramley, Surrey. Here she excelled in sport, playing in the top teams for cricket, hockey and lacrosse. She loved her school days and still remembers the happy years she spent there. On leaving school, Eileen spent time at home with her mother and later became a House Model for a couturier in Conduit Street in London.

Eileen and Bim on their wedding day

Being tall and very slim, she made an ideal model. Clothes have always played an important role in her life and even today at 105 she is smartly dressed and fashionable. Eileen met her husband ‘Bim’ through a school friend who was his sister and they married in 1938, settling in Thames Ditton. Angela was born in 1939 and Caroline two years later. Bim was away in Egypt and Italy during World War II and not long after his return the family, plus Eileen’s mother, moved to Worthing in Sussex. Laura was born in 1947 and all three of Eileen’s daughters trained in ballet and all forms of the Arts. Coming to live in Wimbledon in 1956 gave the girls closer connection with London and they all had successful careers in the theatre. Eileen has had five different homes in Wimbledon and over the years has made many friends. She loved to play bridge, and visiting the theatre for ballets and musicals was her delight. She has nine grandchildren, 20 great grandchildren and one great, great granddaughter, Beatrice! She has lived in Kew House for the last five years and has daily visits from family and friends. She still likes a whiskey from time to time and a cigarette! Always very strong and resolute, she drove a car until she was 98 – even longer than Prince Philip! A remarkable lady. Photographer David Bailey, Laura and Eileen

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Wow! Time flies. David Lloyd Raynes Park celebrates its 30 year anniversary this year. The second David Lloyd club to open, Raynes is now one of over 120 clubs in the UK and Europe

lthough tennis is the heart of the club it is now much more than just an indoor tennis club. It is a family club offering a wide range of sporting, recreational and social opportunities for members of all ages. We love to mix things up. As a great example, cardio tennis is a great way to combine the love of the game with a need for overall dynamic fitness. Cardio tennis takes place on court, with a tennis coach and really puts participants through their paces. If you want to raise your heartrate and get fit for sport, then cardio tennis is a great addition to your weekly regime. Socially, tennis is second to none. Most clubs will offer leagues, competitions and events, but for absolute beginners Raynes Park has a fantastic fast track programme. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s included in your membership and over four weeks focuses on the four main components of playing tennis. Once you know the rules and can have fun attempting to hit a ball a fantastic new hobby will open up.

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Something OLD, Something NEW By Kate Greenhalgh

tep aside! Future mother-of-thebride here - cancel everything, clear the diary, daughter has had a proposal of marriage from an eligible young man. So excited. Where to start? Obviously, the first thing is to rush out and buy a glossy magazine featuring a dewyeyed bride on the cover. Vital to scour its pages in order to avoid populist cliché. You will not catch me booking a flock of doves dyed in pastel colours for release as the happy couple ascend petalstrewn steps overlooking a lake lit by myriad floating candles reflected on water, while a choir sings a classical cover-version of something by Coldplay. (Hmm, but how lovely that sounds!) My first message of congrats was from a veteran Mama of Daughters: ‘So happy with the news! Warn brideto-be it is a NIGHTMARE booking a venue.’ So it has

proved. Everyone wants edgy weddings these days, not Princess Castles. Very sad. Hipster warehouse in Nunhead - booked out until 2020. Derelict chapel in Peckham - ditto. Condemned bingo hall in Luton - ditto. And no drinking or music after, like, 10pm, thanks to killjoy Nimbies who have forgotten what it is to be young and wide awake. Annoyingly, I just moved from a house with a garden big enough for a marquee. I wish eligible young man had spared a thought for his future mother-in-law, and proposed before I did this. On the other hand, it’s possibly quite good he did not spare a thought for future mother-in-law, as it will be Moi. It’s even rather romantic that he proposed DESPITE future mother-in-law. Daughter, who seems to think she has any say in any of this, (Bridezilla Syndrome - I was warned about this) wants

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a wedding which will be ‘inclusive’, by which I take her to mean all her Welsh relatives, half of Wimbledon, and anyone else I can think of. Or she might not mean that. But whatever. And Bridesmaids! I have yet three other daughters - they must not wear puce satin, unfetching to prospective suitors who may be amongst the Welsh guests. So much to think about and worry. So little time! Oh no, wait, due to lack of venues, far too much time, which is stressful, as danger of OVER planning; and groom getting cold feet, although I can’t think why he would, given his conscious choice of future mother-in law. But help is at hand. ‘No flowers in jam-jars - so over’ is the advice from one daughter, and my son has offered to organise a stag party in Bangkok for his future brother-in-law. I’m starting to feel more confident already. shop local

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