The Derbyshire Guardian Issue 17

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Club in Heanor loses licence over underage drinking and anti-social behaviour A club in Heanor has lost its licence after police received complaints of underage drinking and anti-social behaviour at the premises.

Amber Valley Borough Council’s Licensing Board have revoked the licence of the Coronation Club, on Derby Road, following a hearing at Ripley Town Hall in April.

The action came after the panel heard evidence that children as young as 13 were being sold alcohol, including one occasion where they were served 10 times in one day.

Officers had also received reports of alcohol related disorder, such as fighting and anti-social behaviour in and around the premises.

PC Jamie Pendrill, licensing officer for the Amber Valley area, said: “We have received reports of underage drinking and antisocial behaviour over a number of months and have tried to work with the club to help resolve the issue and ensure they complied with the license conditions.

“An investigation has been carried out with the help of the Heanor Safer Neighbourhood Policing Team not only on the sale of alcohol, but also around offences committed by the young people themselves for purchasing alcohol.”

PC Pendrill added: “It is disappointing that it has reached this stage as we will always do everything we can to avoid having to take such action, but the sale of alcohol to under 18s just won’t be tolerated.

“I hope that this decision sends out a clear message to local residents and licensees that we are committed to reducing underage drinking and any associated disorder to ensure our area stays safe.”

The licensee has 21 days from the date they received the decision notice, which was sent on Thursday, April 24, to appeal the decision.

Anyone with information or concerns about underage drinking or anti-social behaviour should contact Derbyshire police on 101, the non-emergency number

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The World’s most watched cycle race the Tour de France – sweeps into Derbyshire on Sunday 6th July this year!

Around two-hundred of the globe’s most competitive cyclists will be testing their pedal powers along a six mile stretch along some of the Peak Districts most challenging roads.

The Derbyshire section of the annual event is part of stage two of the Grand Depart Yorkshire.

Starting out in York, the main bunch of riders – known as the peloton – will steer its way on a 200km course towards Sheffield.

Gearing up for a “King of the Mountains” ascent, the pack will cross the border into Derbyshire on the A6024 near to one of the great cycling climbs at Holme Moss, before descending along the A628 Wood head Pass towards Barnsley and beyond.

The riders are expected to enter Derbyshire around 3pm with the Tour’s caravan and 150-strong vehicle procession running through beforehand at about 1pm.

Around 40,000 spectators are expected to line the county’s part of the route – or there’ll be the chance for a birds-eye view from one of the several dedicated vantage points.

Behind the scenes, much work is being done to make the 2014 tour a race to remember – arrangements to accommodate local residents and visitors are being carefully planned.

Councillor Andy Botham, Deputy Cabinet Member for Jobs,

Economy and Transport said: “We’re really excited to see the World’s biggest cycle race passing through part of Derbyshire.

Our county is a haven for cyclists with breath-taking scenery and routes ranging from flat, family-friendly paths to rugged terrain with plenty of hill climbs.

We hope the tour will bring with it a boost in tourism and inspire more people to get out and get pedalling!”

Communities are already benefiting from funding grants as they prepare for the global spectacle which hits the Peak District during day two of the race as it wends its way from York to nearby Sheffield.

A peak District National Authority spokesman said: “The communities involved in the tour route – including Bradfield, Penistone, Langsett and Holme – will go all out to involve local people and entertain visitors and the authority is helping with grant support.”

The Department for Transport is pumping £5 million into the authority’s Pedal Peak District Project to strengthen cycle links with nearby cities and £2.5 million more is coming from Derbyshire County Council and Sheffield and Barnsley councils.

Work on the cycle links started this year and by 2016, it is hoped The White Peak Loop connecting the High Peak and Monsal Trails will be complete as well as the

Little Don Cycle link, connecting Sheffield and Barnsley to the TransPennine Trail.

The Hope Valley link will provide a continuous cycle route along the Hope Valley from Hathersage to Castleton and there will be a Staffordshire Moorlands Cyclelink connecting Stoke-on-Trent to the Roaches and Waterhouses.

As part of the Pedal Peak District Project communities and business can also apply for grants of up to £10,000 for facilities, equipment and services for improvements as part of the cycling boom.

Improvements could be include secure overnight cycle parking, bike lock at cafes, cycle racks, inner tube vending machines and bike pumps.

Bamford’s community pub – The Anglers Rest – is using a grant for cycle racks and pumps and the Arkwright Society is creating a cycling hub at Cromford Mill.

Community groups like LeTourHolmfirth will be coordinating related Tour de France events, including family cycle rides, a streetbikes community ride, cycle-cross for novices as well as cycling club and cycle themed events during Holmfirth film and arts festivals.

LeTourHolmfirth organiser David Cumming said: “The day of the race will be phenomenal but we want it to have a legacy that lasts into the future by getting more people out on bicycles and keeping fit and having fun.”

Handbag stolen from woman who was riding mobility scooter

Thieves stole a handbag from a woman on a mobility scooter after stopping to tell her she had a flat tyre.

close to the Derby Engineers’ Club, when she was stopped by two men. They showed her that one of the tyres on her scooter was flat, before walking The 67-year-old victim was off towards the city centre after riding along Osmaston Road, the incident, which took place at

about 3.45pm on Sunday, May 25. The victim later realised that her handbag, which contained cash and a mobile phone and had been in the scooter’s basket, was missing. A member of the public later found the bag but

the valuables were missing from inside. The offenders were white, had dark hair and were wearing blue trousers and blue tops. Police want to hear from anyone who may have seen the men talking to the victim or might know the

people responsible. Witnesses or anyone with information should call Derbyshire police on 101,quoting crime reference 21597/14

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L-R) High Sheriff David Coleman, Chief Constable Mick Creedon, Ken Blakeman and Police and Crime Commissioner Alan Charles.

Derbyshire’s Chief Constable and Police and Crime Commissioner have donated £5,000 to aid the county’s mountain rescue teams.

The money was donated to mark Peak District Mountain Rescue Organisation’s 50thanniversary this year.

The organisation is split into seven teams, all of which are run entirely by volunteers who aid police in a variety of emergencies.

These can range from searching for missing people to rescuing walkers stranded or injured in remote parts of Derbyshire.

Chief Constable Mick Creedon and Alan Charles, the county’s Police and Crime Commissioner, handed a cheque to PDMRO president and Derbyshire High Sheriff David Coleman, and the organisation’s chairman, Ken Blakeman.

Three men arrested in connection with theft from vehicle in Bakewell

The organisation, which relies solely on donations to continue running, will use the £5,000 donated from police funds - to cover a range of purposes including training costs, kit and vehicle maintenance.

Mr Creedon said: “I cannot overstate the contribution that our mountain rescue teams make to public safety and by extension policing in Derbyshire.

“They assist in the most trying of circumstances, in any weather at any hour of the day or night 365 days a year. Lives are saved on a regular basis by the Peak District’s entirely voluntary mountain rescue teams.

“I cannot praise their dedication or professionalism highly enough.”

The Peak District Mountain Rescue Organisation is split into seven teams – Buxton, Derby, Edale, Glossop, Kinder, Oldham and Woodhead. It also includes the Search and Rescue Dog Association for the Peak District.

In 2013 alone, the teams spent a total of more than 14,700 hours

on rescue operations in the Peak District, which amounted to over 300 individual call-outs.

Commissioner Alan Charles said: “The mountain rescue team does a wonderful job, not just on the wilder hills of Derbyshire but also, for example, when they help the police in searches for missing persons, which saves us valuable resources and funding.

“Members of the team donate their time freely and often risk hazardous conditions to help other people.

“I don’t think I am alone in my gratitude for their work - after 50 years of service there are a lot of people who have learnt, firsthand and with great relief, that the mountain rescue team is, like the police, a 24/7 emergency service. I’m delighted to be able to help them with this donation.”

Mountain rescue volunteer and organisation chairman Ken Blakeman said: “It is an extremely valuable donation and a tremendously generous one.

“We receive no funding at all but

PLANS LAUNCHED FOR ‘MADE IN DERBYSHIRE’ YEAR OF CELEBRATIONS A campaign to attract more visitors to the county and to support the local economy has been launched by Derbyshire County Council.

‘Made in Derbyshire’ will take place throughout 2015. The campaign will promote the Derbyshire economy locally and nationally through culture, heritage and sporting events, products and festivals. It will bring together existing events and activities and promote them to wider audiences. A particular focus will be highlighting events and products unique to the county.

Derbyshire County Council Deputy Cabinet Member for Health and Communities Councillor Ellie Wilcox said: “We have a rich cultural heritage in

Officers have arrested three men in connection with theft from a vehicle in Little Longstone, Bakewell.

Police received a report from a resident living in Little Longstone that the headlights had been stolen from their vehicle that was parked outside a property on Main Street.

The victim was alerted to the incident after hearing the alarm of their blue Land Rover Discovery being activated.

A search was carried out by responding officers which subsequently saw a vehicle being stopped and the alleged stolen headlights were recovered.

The incident took place at around 12.40am on Wednesday, May 14.

Three men aged 18, 21 and 30-years-old have been arrested for suspicion of theft from a motor vehicle. All have been released on bail pending further investigation.

To report suspicious activity in your area call police on 101 or

999 if the crime is in action.

we are also not strictly a fundraising organisation, and so donations of this kind really are what keep us going.

“Even though nobody gets paid, we still have costs such as training and equipment hire so that we can do our job as effectively as possible.

“We are very grateful for this donation and the money will go a long way to helping us continue our work.”

David Coleman, who is the PDMRO’s president and Derbyshire’s High Sheriff, added: “It is fantastic that the Chief Constable and the commissioner have donated this money.

“It recognises the fantastic service and support that the mountain rescue teams have been providing for 50 years.”

Members of the public can donate to Peak District Mountain Rescue Organisation by visiting www. pdmro.org.uk and clicking ‘Funding’.

this county that we can be very proud of.

“This exciting campaign will celebrate Derbyshire’s distinctive local culture and showcase the county’s grassroots talent, art, crafts to create benefits far beyond 2015.

“It will also boost our local communities by increasing tourism and visitor spend and encouraging people to join together to organise events.”

Established festivals like the county council’s Food and Drink Fair and Literature Festival will benefit from extra promotion, while more recent events like this year’s cycling festival will be in the spotlight as well. ‘Made in Derbyshire’ will also promote community-based events like well dressings and town festivals along with performing arts events

and visitor attractions.

The campaign will also build on the county council’s current work to create new routes into employment for young people who want to work in the heritage skills sector. These skills are seen as vital to continue protecting the buildings and landscape unique to Derbyshire and include options such as landscape management, dry stone walling, carpentry and ironwork.

Made in Derbyshire 2015 is being organised by Derbyshire County Council in partnership with the Culture Derbyshire Partnership Board, which includes district and borough councils, arts and leisure organisations, English Heritage and the University of Derby.

For more information visit w w w. a r t s d e r b y s h i r e . o r g . u k / madeinderbyshire

Number plate security event Man absconds from for motorists in Hilton Derbyshire prison Residents living in South Derbyshire have the chance to pick up free anti-theft number plate screws next week.

Safer South Derbyshire Partnership is joining up with local officers to offer the security screws to motorists in the Hilton area.

The screws are special ‘one way’ devices which simply replace the standard screws which are fitted to number plates to prevent it from being removed by a thief.

Community Manager Chris Smith

from the Partnership said: “We’re offering these simple devices to local residents to help reduce the potential of number plates being taken by offenders who may switch them onto another vehicle.

“They can then potentially commit crimes such as driving off from petrol forecourts without paying for fuel or are able to avoid speeding or parking penalties but having these fitted will make it much harder for the plates to be stolen.” Officers from the local Hilton Safer Neighbourhood

Policing Team will be on hand to assist and provide further crime prevention advice to motorists.

A member of the Community Voluntary Sector (CVS) will be fitting the security screws free of charge. The number plate event will take place on Monday, June 2 between 3.30 and 6.30pm at Hilton Brook Public House car park on Eggington Road in Hilton.

To contact your local team call 101, the non-emergency number or emailsouth.neighbourhoods@ derbyshire.pnn.police.uk|.

Keiran Staff absconded from HMP Sudbury

Staff was convicted on September, 7, 2012 at Nottingham Crown Court and sentenced to five years imprisonment for possession of firearm and ammunition without a certificate.

He is described a black, 30-years-old, 5ft 8ins tall, slim build, short black shaved hair, beard and moustache, brown eyes and has a Midlands accent.

His last known address was in Nottingham.

Anyone with any information about the whereabouts of this man is asked not to approach him but to immediately contact their local police or Crimestoppers anonymously 0800 555 111.

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SAVE MONEY BY USING REAL NAPPIES New parents are being urged by also put you in touch with one of Derbyshire County Council to our Nappy Advisors. think about using real nappies - which could save them up to “We can also loan £500 per child on the cost of you a nappy lending disposables.

Real nappies are easy to use.

Gone are the days of struggling with folding and safety pins - they come with easy to use fastenings or poppers and there is a wide choice of colourful, fun designs.

Some are made of bamboo fibremaking them extra soft on babies’ bottoms. Councillor Joan Dixon, Derbyshire County Council’s Cabinet Member for Jobs, Economy and Transport, said: “If you are thinking about using real nappies and don’t know where to start then we’ve got plenty of advice on our website and we can

SPECIALIST MACHINES’ STAY IN COUNTY EXTENDED

Two specialist ‘jetpatcher’ machines are to stay in Derbyshire until mid-July to continue work to fix potholes across the county.

Derbyshire County Council’s Deputy Cabinet Member for Jobs, Economy and Transport, Councillor Dean Collins said: “We’re pleased with the work that the Jetpatchers are doing across the county and are able to extend their work for another 10 weeks.

“The extreme wet winter weather has taken its toll on our roads, but I can assure people that we are doing all we can to repair our roads as soon as possible.”

The jetpatcher uses a high velocity air stream to clear existing holes of any debris and water as well as laying and compacting new asphalt.

Extending the hire of the machines will cost a further £500,000. It’s all part of work to help the council clear the backlog of urgent repairs caused by the extreme wet winter weather. The council’s roadworkers are already working flat out to help fix the backlog of potholes, and the jetpatchers will give an extra boost to their work. The county council looks after around 3,500 miles of roads and pavements.

kit which will help you to decide if real nappies are for you.”

There is no need to soak or prewash nappies, just wash them at 40-60 degrees with a nonbiological detergent. Some styles are designed to dry quickly after washing so there is no need to worry about having a house full of wet nappies. Many washable nappy providers offer lending kits for parents to try before they buy.

The county council currently has three nappy lending kits

available to loan on a two-week basis for a small fee of £5 plus a refundable deposit of £50. The kits contain different styles and types of nappies to try together with a range of waterproof covers and a nappy bucket.

Advice and support is also available through several Nappy Advisers based across the county. For more information visit w w w. d e r b y s h i r e . gov.uk/realnappies Real Nappy Week runs from 28 April to 4 May 2014.

New Inspector set to tackle crime and build on community links in Glossop and New Mills

A new Inspector has taken over the lead on policing in the Glossop and New Mills areas of the High Peak.

Inspector Barry Doyle has took over management of the Safer Neighbourhood teams and is now responsible for policing Glossop Town, Gamesley, St Johns, Hadfield, Tintwistle, New Mills and Hayfield.

Insp. Doyle holds 25-years of policing service which has seen him experience a number of roles and sections, including working in public order policing, firearms and alongside the Roads Policing Unit. When Barry joined Derbyshire Constabulary he was first posted in Derby before moving to Glossop as a constable in 1990, where he has since been based for most of his career.

Inspector Doyle’s previous post at Glossop was as a Safer Neighbourhood Sergeant where he performed the role between 2007 and 2012. During this time, he worked alongside local licenses to create the successful Pubwatch scheme and developed contacts with partnership agencies.

Inspector Barry Doyle said: “I am proud to have been given the opportunity to police the Safer Neighbourhood sections and I have a genuine desire to make Glossop and the surrounding areas an even safer place to work, live and visit.

“During my time at Glossop I have made many friends and contacts within the community that has enabled me to understand the problems that we need to tackle across the section.

“I believe that a strong relationship between the police and the local community is vital, so I plan to improve on the existing neighbourhood links that the policing teams already have in place.

“Glossop is an area of relatively low crime but I believe that there are still areas that we can to continue to improve by tackling crime from local people and also by travelling criminals. I will make sure that these criminals are targeted, identified and brought to justice for their actions.

“Together we can continue to work on tackling the problems that matter to the people we serve.”

To speak to your local Safer Neighbourhood team call 101, the non-emergency number for Derbyshire police

ARTISTS URGED TO GET CREATIVE

ABOUT DERBYSHIRE LIFE AND LANDSCAPES Artists are being urged to get creative about local life and landscapes and enter Derbyshire County Council’s Open Art Competition.

The competition has been running for 32 years and is open to amateur and professional artists of all ages.

Entries should show why Derbyshire is special. The subjects can be landscapes, views of a town, local people, representations of local legends or still life. Artists are invited to use a variety of mediums including oils, acrylics, watercolours, drawings, collages, photographs, manipulated digital imagery or three-dimensional work.

Derbyshire County Council Deputy Cabinet Member for Health and Communities Councillor Ellie Wilcox said: “This is a wonderful opportunity for local artists of all ages

and abilities to celebrate their county and we are always delighted with the quality and range of entries we receive.

“For us it’s also a valuable opportunity to showcase what Derbyshire has to offer to the thousands of visitors and tourists who will see the exhibition this summer.”

Prizes totalling £2,350 including a £750 first prize - are up for grabs along with the opportunity to display work at the county council’s Buxton Museum and Art Gallery which is running the competition.

Artists can submit up to two works which must be handed in to the museum in Terrace Road, Buxton between 10am and 4.30pm on Friday or Saturday June 13 or 14.

An independent panel of four judges will select the winners of ten prizes, including for sculpture and work by artists aged under 22 and under

16. Visitors will also have the chance to choose their favourite while the exhibition is on - the visitors’ choice will be announced on Friday 1 August.

The exhibition is supported

by Tarmac Lafarge and the Friends of Buxton Museum and Art Gallery.

Entrants can view the rules and prizes and pick up an entry form at www.derbyshire.gov.uk/ buxtonmuseum Postal requests can also be made by post by sending a stamped, A5 self-addressed envelope to Buxton Museum and Art Gallery, Terrace Road, Buxton, Derbyshire SK17 6DA. For more information call 01629 533540 or email buxton. museum@derbyshire.gov.uk The judges’ selection including the winning pieces will go on display at the museum and art gallery from Saturday 28 June until Friday 5 September.

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COMPANY FINED AFTER OVERWEIGHT LORRY USES HISTORICAL BRIDGE A food wholesale company has been fined after its lorry broke weight restrictions while using a historic Derbyshire bridge.

Derbyshire County Council’s trading standards team prosecuted Teatime Tasties Limited, of Tyne Tunnel Trading Estate, North Shields, Tyne & Wear, for breaking the weight restrictions at Swarkestone Causeway, near Derby.

The bridge is a scheduled ancient monument and is covered by a 7.5-tonne weight restriction to protect it from damage under the Derbyshire County Council (Swarkestone Causeway) (Weight Restriction) Order 2004.

Trading standards officers were carrying out spot checks on the bridge in January when they saw the vehicle crossing the bridge.

Checks revealed the lorry had a maximum gross weight of 17.8 tonnes - more than double the legal limit.

Derby Magistrates Court yesterday (15 May) fined Teatime Tasties Limited £265 after it admitted the charge. The company was also ordered to pay court costs of £115.

County council trading standards officers regularly monitor the area in response to complaints from residents and historical groups concerned about the structure of the bridge and it being used as a short cut by heavy vehicles.

Derbyshire County Council Deputy Cabinet Member for Health and Communities Councillor Ellie Wilcox said: “The weight restriction orders on Derbyshire roads are in place for good reasons, to improve safety for residents, pedestrians and other road users and, in this case, to protect a local heritage site. I hope other lorry drivers will think twice about breaking the law in the future.”

TASTY TREATS TEMPT THOUSANDS OF VISITORS TO THE DERBYSHIRE FOOD AND DRINK FAIR 2014 Thousands of people visited the Derbyshire Food and Drink Fair at the weekend to sample food and drink from some of the county’s finest producers.

Derbyshire County Council held its thirteenth annual event on Saturday and Sunday in the grounds of its Elvaston Castle and Country Park for the second time. And thousands of visitors enjoyed tucking into various delicious foods at around 150 stalls including Caribbean food, homemade crepes, Spanish churros, artisan breads, local cheeses and much more.

Councillor Andy Botham, Derbyshire County Council Deputy Cabinet Member for Jobs, Economy and Transport, said: “We were delighted to welcome so many people to our Derbyshire Food and Drink Fair and it was fantastic to see them enjoying themselves. “Derbyshire is blessed with a host of talented local businesses and it was great to meet some of them and find out how much they enjoyed the weekend too. “The fair has gone from strength-to-strength since it launched and it provides a real boost to the local economy by helping to support our food and drink producers.” Celebrity cook and author Dean Edwards shared his skills in the cookery theatre, sponsored by McArthur Glen East Midlands Designer Outlet, and there were demonstrations by leading local chefs throughout the weekend. There was also an arts and crafts section with local

artists displaying their wares which ranged from contemporary art to traditional craftworks.

Toyota Motor Corporation sponsored the Japanese Pavilion and a delegation from Toyota City demonstrated some special recipes made with traditional green tea leaves, with items for sale including sake, green tea and washi (traditional handmade paper). Derbyshire Food and Drink Fair was launched by the county council in 2002 to showcase local produce and has previously been held at Bolsover Castle, Kedleston Hall and Hardwick Hall. David McLaren, owner and head brewer of Staveley-based Spire Brewery, said: “This is our seventh year at the Derbyshire Food and Drink Fair. I wouldn’t miss it!

“It’s not just important for the brewery but all Derbyshire producers who are able to showcase what they do because a lot of people don’t know what goes on in Derbyshire.”

Pharmacist Julie Small and her husband Chris only set up their Mugginton-based company Julie’s Pickles and Preserves in October 2013 so this year’s event was a first for them. “The Derbyshire Food and Drink Fair is the perfect event to showcase what we do,” said Julie. Cake

maker Catherine Winstanley has gone from visitor to exhibitor with her stall laden with beautifully decorated delights. Her Ilkestonbased company Simply Cakes has been going for about two years. “I came to the food fair at Elvaston Castle last year to look around and decided to exhibit this year. It is a great way to show what we can do,” she said.

The Owen Taylor stand was one of the most popular throughout the day with people snapping up its award-winning burgers, sausages and speciality pies.

The Leabrooks-based butchers

and bakers was founded in 1922 and now employs 120 staff.

Factory manager Chris Gillott said the company had been selling its wares at the food and drink fair for about six years. “It is promoted and advertised well and it is very well organised.

We do very well and it is the only show that we do,” he said.

“The organisation of the event is second-to-none” enthused Keith Daily of The Derbyshire Winery, based in Bakewell. It’s the second year owners Keith and Joy Davies have exhibited at the Derbyshire Food and Drink

Fair and they are full of praise for the event. “It is brilliant and the venue is wonderful. It is great for people to taste our wine and see us face-to-face. It gives it that personal touch,” added Keith.

Quirky gifts and accessories were on offer from Belper-based Sundial, run by Mark Greening, who has been to the event for the past four years.

“The fair is great because so many people get the opportunity to see you. You get a lot of people who visit you afterwards who said they didn’t know about us until they saw us at the fair.”

Sight Support Derbyshire would like to introduce three remarkable brothers.

From left to right , George 100 , Ron 92 and Harold Wilson 90.

The three brothers held a joint party and asked for donations instead of presents.

Patron: The Duke of Devonshire KCVO, CBE, DL

On the 13th May they presented a cheque for £850 to Sight Support Derbyshire . All three brothers have sight loss and are extremely grateful of the help Sight Support Derbyshire have provided over many years. Over 74 family members attended from all over the Country and The Sanctuary in Mackworth held a party for George and made a very special gesture of matching the amount that was donated by family members. For further information please contact Debbie Haynes Fundraising and Marketing Project Worker 01332 287 008 debbie.haynes@ sightsupportderbyshire.org.uk www.sightsupportderbyshire.org. uk

The Wilson Brothers

RESIDENTS TO HAVE SAY ON FUTURE OF MOBILE LIBRARY SERVICE

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Residents are being asked for their views on the future of Derbyshire County Council’s mobile library service in the second stage of a consultation to help the authority deal with budget cuts.

The council has to cut £157 million over the next five years and is looking at making changes to services across the council.

Its mobile fleet currently consists of two large maximum capacity vehicles (MCVs) and eight smaller standard mobile libraries.

It costs the authority £720,000 a year to run the service which currently employs 26 people equivalent to 18 full time staff.

Thousands of residents took part in the first stage of the mobile library consultation earlier this year and gave their feedback on a range of options, including to stop the service completely, withdraw some mobile vehicles or to encourage community groups to provide the service.

Their comments have now been used to develop a more detailed second stage of consultation outlining a proposal to maintain two standard mobile libraries working to a monthly timetable.

Further comments on the full range of options and alternative

suggestions about how the mobile library service should be provided in the future will also continue to be welcomed.

Derbyshire County Council Cabinet Member for Health and Communities Councillor Dave Allen said: “The option to keep two vehicles received the greatest support and many respondents said they’d rather see the frequency of the service reduced than not have one at all. “We’ve taken these comments on board to develop the second stage of our consultation with a proposal which would make a significant saving while still operating two vehicles on a monthly timetable.

“But I need to stress all options remain open and we’re keen to hear a full range of responses and fresh ideas. “I’d like to thank everyone who’s already taken the time to have their say and feedback so far and no plans will be finalised until we’ve considered all the responses we receive in this second stage.”

Out of 383 communities currently visited, the proposal developed from the initial public feedback would allow at least 140 (37%) of them to continue receiving the service with one stop per community. It would also allow the service to be retained at

selected locations, some of which are too inaccessible for the larger MCVs to reach. A draft timetable has been drawn up with proposed stops selected using the following criteria: • Current mobile library use • Distance from a branch library • Local social and economic considerations such as health, employment and housing

• Car ownership Eligible residents would be offered the home library service if their existing mobile service were no longer available.

More than 6,200 residents took part in the first stage of the consultation between January 13 and March 1. Councillor Allen added: “Sadly we have no alternative but to review services - the council is facing

extraordinary and unprecedented budget pressures so it’s inevitable that many of our services will be subject to change.” Stage two of the consultation starts today (Monday 19 May) and will run until Saturday 9 August.

Questionnaires are available in all county council branch and mobile libraries and GP surgeries or can be completed online at www.

derbyshire.gov.uk/mobilelibraries Copies can also be requested from Call Derbyshire on 01629 533365. It is expected final proposals on the future of the mobile library service will be presented to the council’s Cabinet for consideration in September.

For more information about The Derbyshire Challenge visit www. derbyshire.gov.uk/challenge

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Police clamp down on drugs in pubs and clubs

Police in Derby, Erewash and South Derbyshire are clamping down on drugs in pubs and clubs.

Officers working in the police licensing team have been working in conjunction with Pub Watches and staff at licensed premises to tackle the issue of drug misuse.

Members of the licensing team have been visiting popular nightlife spots with a poster to be displayed within the premises.

The poster urges people to call Crimestoppers with information on drug misuse and highlights that any calls made are anonymous.

Sergeant Mark Lomas from the Derby licensing team said: “At the beginning of the year work was undertaken that highlighted that the use of drugs in the night time economy had risen from that of previous years.

“As a result of this the licensing team joined up with the management of licensed premises in the areas to enforce a ‘no tolerance’ approach to drugs.

“If you are caught taking or dealing drugs you could be faced with a police caution, fine or even a prison sentence.”

Businesses and shoppers to be alert after fake £20 notes are used in Heanor Police are urging both traders and residents to be alert to fake £20 notes after two incidents at a store in Heanor.

A total of eight counterfeit bank notes have been discovered by staff at the Tesco store, who reported them to officers on Thursday, May 15 and Friday, May 16.

PC Sarah Allcock of the Heanor and Loscoe Safer Neighbourhood Policing Team said: “Enquiries are being carried out but we are also advising local businesses and shoppers to be vigilant and make the necessary checks to ensure the notes they are given are genuine.

“If you discover that you are in possession of a fake note, or come across anyone trying to use one, then report it to police.

Please do not try and use it or pass it on.”

People are advised to check the features on all banknotes, such as the feel of the paper and raised print, the metallic thread, and the watermark.

You should also check the features which are specific to certain notes, such as the holographic strip on the £20 note and the motion thread on the £50 note.

A number of training DVDs and CD-ROMs about spotting

counterfeit currency, produced by the Bank of England, are also on offer to local retailers through the Amber Valley Community Safety

Partnership.

Anyone with information should contact Derbyshire police on 101, or call Crimestoppers

anonymously on 0800 555 111.

To get hold of the training DVD or CD-ROM contact Sgt. Dave Harrison, of the Chesterfield and

Amber Valley Community Safety Partnership on 01773 841652 or email communitysafety@ ambervalley.gov.uk.

Association of British Insurers Police seek information relating to distraction thefts in the High Peak Police seek information after a number of distraction thefts in the High Peak.

Officers investigating a series of thefts where people have been distracted are appealing for witnesses who may have seen anything suspicious.

On Wednesday, May 21 at 4.45pm two men entered Café Nero on Spring Gardens in Buxton, one of the men distracted a customer whilst the other stole her mobile phone. A member of staff caught up with the man and recovered the phone.

At 5.30pm on the same day two

Telematics Car and Fleet Insurance (Black Box Insurance) Guide by Active Fleet Solutions Telematics private car insurance is also known as black box insurance, or “pay how you drive” insurance. If you are a good and responsible driver, telematics could help lower your insurance premium for good behaviour. For the fleet driver this can also be used to track the vehicle by the owning company but can also be used to monitor fuel usage, driver behaviour and in most cases help identify fraudulent accidents by third party drivers especially when used with a front facing windscreen camera. Geo fencing is also used to alert the insurer of unauthorised movement of the vehicle particularly outside of normal working hours. Virtually every leading insurer in the UK is implementing some sort of telematics scheme based around the private driver or more sophisticated solutions for fleet operators who want to bring down the cost of accidents, thefts and insurance premiums while also focusing of driver efficiency and reducing overall fleet operating costs. The systems focus on how

well you drive. We are taking into account things like hard braking, or unsafe cornering when calculating an insurance premium. Some of the systems are sophisticated enough to know when you are speeding and where. It is not just drivers and fleet operators who are experiencing great benefits from telematics insurance. Insurers have a lot to gain by being able to adjust their client’s premium based on how well that specific client drives. It eliminates many of the unfair practices of overcharging good fleet operators. There is evidence that this new type of insurance is also

causing people to drive better by rewarding their good behaviour and punishing risky behaviours.

Insurers are using companies like Active Fleet Solutions to monitor poor driving behaviour and it is even possible for you to be alerted every time you are engaging in dangerous behaviour. As car insurance costs continue to rise, black box insurers are becoming increasingly more appealing to fleet operators. Without the valuable data from telematics, insurers are forced to rely on actuarial data that focuses on aspects like age and how many claims fleets have had in the past.

men walked into the White Hart Hotel on Market Street, Whaley Bridge. They distracted staff by showing them leaflets and stole a set of car keys from behind the bar.

Later that day at 5.55pm what is thought to be the same men entered Wicked World on High Street in Buxton and attempted to steal a mobile phone. The staff realised what was happening and the men left the shop.

There were two similar incidents that happened the week before at The Paper Shop on George Street, Glossop and in Rachel’s Flowers on Market Street,

Chapel-en-le-Frith.

One of the men was described as wearing a dark coloured baseball cap, with a light coloured peak and small red logo on the front.

He was wearing a white t-shirt with CK on the front, tight blue ripped jeans and blue trainers with thick white soles.

The second man had short dark hair and was wearing a grey long sleeved t-shirt with ‘G Star Raw’ printed on the front, blue jeans and dark coloured trainers.

They were both described as Eastern European

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DERBY COMEDY FESTIVAL UPDATE AFTER ASSEMBLY ROOMS FIRE Derby audiences love to laugh, and they will soon have plenty to tickle their funny bone, as the first Derby Comedy Festival looms ever closer.

Derby LIVE are working alongside other arts organisations in the city, including Dèda, Derby Theatre, Funhouse Comedy Club, Furthest From The Sea, QUAD and Sinfonia Viva, to bring a wide range of great events over ten days running from Fri 13 - Sun 22 Jun 2014. The festival will feature all sorts of comedy including: stand-up, improv, puppetry, children’s comedy, burlesque and theatre. With a programme packed full of the hottest comedic talent, from local comedians to rising stars, the festival will bring a host of vibrant and appealing events to Derby.The news that the Assembly Rooms has to be closed for at least 18 months has had an impact on the festival and unfortunately Dawn French, Morecambe, Jimmy Carr and Knightmare Live! have had to be cancelled. We have also lost Derby Pomp & Stomp from the Darwin, as we were unable to re-home this event. However, the festival will still be going ahead, as we have arranged a Festival Tent in the Market Place that will now house the Ben Norris, Comedy Club 4 Kids, Funhouse Comedy and Norman Lovett performances. There is more good news, as Comedy Moves will now begin in the Guildhall Theatre Large Clubroom before moving to the Council Chamber as planned, both Scottish Falsetto Sock Puppet Theatre performances will also take place in the Guildhall Theatre Large Clubroom. Interrobang has been moved to The Book Café and Britain’s Got Talent favourite Steve Hewlett will now be closing the festival in the Derby Theatre Studio.To keep up to date with the latest line-up and news around the festival visit derbycomedyfestival.co.uk, pick up a festival guide and keep up to date via @DerbyComedyFest on Twitter and the Derby Comedy Festival page on Facebook.

Tickets can be booked online at derbycomedyfestival.co.uk or direct with the venue/organiser through their box office.

The Derby Comedy Festival programme now looks like this: Ben Norris – Fri 13 Jun, 8pm Festival Tent £10 Ben Norris hits the road on his own after supporting Ed Byrne last year. His TV credits include Mock The Week and Never Mind The Buzzcocks. Book through Derby LIVE 01332 255800/www. derbycomedyfestival.co.uk

Comedian – Fri 13 & Sat 14 Jun QUAD £8.50 A screening of the film starring Jerry Seinfeld A candidly revealing, intimately observed, and often very funny look at what it takes to be a comedian. Book through QUAD 01332 290606/www.derbyquad. co.uk

Comedy Club 4 Kids – Sat 14 Jun, 2pm Festival Tent, Market Place £7.50 Assembly Rooms Darwin - Cracking entertainment for everyone over six from the best comedians on the circuit doing what they do best...without the rude bits. Book through Derby LIVE 01332 255800/www. derbycomedyfestival.co.uk Funhouse Comedy – Sat 14 Jun, 7.30pm Festival Tent, Market Place £12 To celebrate the Derby Comedy Festival we have a special Funhouse Comedy Club and will be welcoming some very special guests; headline act Phill Walker, David Trent and Sully O’Sullivan. Of course the event will be compered by the brilliant Spikey Mike, so don’t miss this night of hilarity! Suitable for age 14+ Book through Derby LIVE 01332 255800/www. derbycomedyfestival.co.uk Norman Lovett Old and New Sun 15 Jun, 8pm Festival Tent, Market Place £12 Norman will continue with The Sugababes debate amongst many more subjects. The show will feature his iPad attached to the microphone stand from which he will depict images onto a screen to delight and astound you. Book through Derby LIVE 01332 255800/www. derbycomedyfestival.co.uk Lyngo Theatre The Fish’s Wishes - Mon 16 - Tue 17 Jun, 1pm and Tue morning 10:30am Guildhall Theatre £7.50 A little fish who lives in a glass of water gets knocked over and finds himself in our airy world of up and down. With lots of questions, he needs answers and he needs them now. Philosophical cabaret for those aged 3-6. Book through Derby LIVE 01332 255800/www. derbycomedyfestival.co.uk Funhouse Comedy Club Should I Stay or Should I go? – Mon 16 Jun, 8.30pm Bar 1 £4 in advance, more on the door Comedy’s answer to the XFactor and Britain’s Got Talent.

15 comedians battle it out.

Audience judges vote on who to keep on and who to send off!

Book through funhousecomedy. co.uk/www.derbycomedyfestival. co.uk Funhouse Comedy Club and Derby LIVE

Comedy Moves - Tue 17 Jun, 7:30pm Guildhall Theatre Large Clubroom and then Council House - Council Chamber £13.25 The evening kicks off in the Guildhall Theatre Large Clubroom where you’ll see the fabulous Steve Day – warm, witty and engaging, whilst dealing with the dilemmas of being a deaf man in a hearing world. Once you’ve grabbed a half-time drink, we’ll move over to the council chamber for the headline act Derby-born Jonny Awsum, with his likable style and trusty guitar.

Suitable for ages 14+ This event is BSL interpreted. Book through Derby LIVE 01332 255800/www. derbycomedyfestival.co.uk Furthest from the Sea & MissImp Interrobang – Wed 18 Jun – 7.30pm The Book Cafe £5 The only show of its kind in Derby, Interrobang features an improvised comedy jam in which everyone can take part followed by a showcase of the best improv in the region. Book through Derby LIVE 01332 255800/www. derbycomedyfestival.co.uk Heffernan & Fletcher Roll It In Sequins – Thu 19 Jun, 8pm Derby Theatre Studio £10 It’s Monday morning. Driven by boredom and the desire for something different two office girls channel their inner showgirls.... The award-winning

double act create a gaggle of misfit office characters in this quirky sketch show come cabaret night.

Book through Derby Theatre 01332 593939/www. derbytheatre.co.uk Alfie Moore – Fri 20 Jun, 8pm Guildhall Theatre £13.25 Police Officer turned comedian – with a whole host of stories to tell.

Audiences have the right to remain silent but won’t be able to help themselves. Suitable for those aged 16+. Book through Derby LIVE 01332 255800/www. derbycomedyfestival.co.uk Deda and Scarlett Daggers present La De Da Burlesque Cabaret – Fri 20 Jun, 8pm CUBE - Déda £10 Hosted by flirtatious lyrical lothario Stage Door Johnny with performances from red-hot red-head Scarlett Daggers and pint-sized comedy powerhouse Abigail Collins, see an exclusive preview of Derby’s cheekiest night out. Book through Deda 01332370911/www.deda.uk.com Eddie Murphy Raw – Fri 20 Jun QUAD £7.80 A screening of Eddie Murphy’s Raw. Uncensored. Uncut. Irresistible.

Raw, the record-setting No. 1 concert film of all time, is Eddie Murphy doing what he does best: making people laugh. Suitable for

those aged 15+. Book through QUAD 01332 290606/www. derbyquad.co.uk Scottish Falsetto Sock Puppet Theatre Fri 20 Jun, 6:30pm £13.25, includes a light meal - see www.derbylive. co.uk for choices & information.

Suitable for those aged 12+. Sun 22 Jun, 1pm Guildhall Theatre Large Clubroom £7.50 The socks are back - in outer space. Earth’s funniest footwear bring their 5 star sci-fi themed show to town. From The Avengers to Star Wars, Alien to Doctor Who, all alien life is here.

In space no-one can hear you laugh. The second performance on Sunday is suitable for all the family. Book through Derby LIVE 01332 255800/www. derbycomedyfestival.co.uk Furthest from the Sea Festival – Sat 21 Jun, 11am onwards Market Place and throughout the Cathedral Quarter FREE entry A day-long community-led festival in the heart of Derby, featuring live music, crafts, poetry, theatre, dance, and comedy. No booking needed Sinfonia Viva Sounds Like Fun with Alasdair Malloy - Sat 21 Jun, 11:30am & 2pm Guildhall Theatre £7.50 Chuckling classics and merry melodies for 6-11yr olds to enjoy. Comedic Capers

include Mozart’s A Musical Joke (yes, parents and carers... where have you heard that tune before?). Grey’s infectious Laughin Policeman, Anderson’s Waltzing Cat (with audience supplied sounds effects!) and Johann Strauss II’s Cuckoo Polka where Alasdair may need help from young ornithologists...

A fun concert to put a smile on your - and your youngster’s face!

Book through Derby LIVE 01332 255800/www. derbycomedyfestival.co.uk Funhouse Comedy Club Edinburgh Festival Preview Alldayer – Sun 22 Jun, 1.30pm onwards Bar 1 £7, watch as many shows as you like With comedians Ivo Graham, Paul McCaffrey, John Robins, Eddy Brimson, Martin Mor and Rob Rouse. Book through funhousecomedy.co.uk/ www.derbycomedyfestival.co.uk Steve Hewlett – Sun 22 Jun, 7.30pm Thinking Inside the Box Derby Theatre Studio £19 Fresh from his stunning appearance on Britain’s Got Talent, Steve now embarks on a major theatre tour with his hilarious friends.

Now Steve and his cast of zany characters bring you a spectacular show to delight and amaze the whole family.

Book through Derby LIVE 01332 255800/www. derbycomedyfestival.co.uk

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The schools have broken up and the summer holidays are upon us. Get off to a great start by packing yourself and your family up for a day at Mablethorpe where celebration’s for the summer will kick off with the annual Illuminations event, set to take place on Saturday 26th July 2014.

From 10am, you will be able to browse round a crafty street market on the high street, visit all the shops that the town has to offer and wander down to the beach to get involved with the sand sculpting with Love Architecture. Watch out for the mischievous Bonny & Clyde, Rhubarb Theatres’ latest hilarious masked characters and Mablethorpe’s very own Tennyson Players who are back to perform their latest work!

Along with traditional Punch & Judy, the circus, face painting and music on the beach… There will be something to do for the whole family!

And the fun doesn’t stop there! Ensure to get yourself a comfortable spot on Mablethorpe Promenade as from 7pm, the evening will come alive with music on the beach from Louise Chapman, local band Two Step and Lincolnshire’s premier band Stolen Fridays. We are pleased to welcome the sensational LED drumming group Spark, who will wow you with their dynamic choreography and beautiful lighting designs. The evening will finish with a magnificent firework display.

The event is being organised and

funded by East Lindsey District Council in partnership with Mablethorpe Town Council and Mablethorpe Area Partnership Community Interest Company. *Programme information are

correct at time of printing.

However, East Lindsey District Council reserves the right to alter the programme or to substitute facilitators at events if circumstances make it necessary.

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Fri 6 Jun, 7.30pm Guildhall Theatre Legendary comedian Billy Pearce will perform at the Guildhall Theatre on Fri 6 Jun, 7.30pm as part of his 57 date National theatre tour.

Enjoy a full day of Countryside Fun at this year’s Melton Mowbray th Country Fair on Sunday 29 June in the Town Estates Park at an event that grows year on year.

With a host of cookery demonstrations and our annual BIG BAKE competition, food lovers will be spoilt for choice.

Join us in the “Make, Bake, Stir and Shake” marquee to try pie making, bread baking, cake decorating, smoothie cycling and much more. . This year we would like to double the amount of entries – so put on your aprons and let’s get baking. Don’t forget to bring or send us a copy of your favourite cake or bread recipe to share. Breakfast, lunch and tea will be provided by local producers, offering tasty options many made with Leicestershire Produce. Children will love a trip to the livestock area with calves, sheep, lambs, pigs, poultry and smaller pets to see and touch

alongside the ever popular Interactive Bee Tent. This year we have “The Knights of the Damned” jousting demonstration plus the “Quack Pack” and “Sheridan the Sheepdog” to entertain during the day. There are a number of musicians playing in the bandstand and around the site.

The annual Novelty Dog Show has 12 classes with great prizes for dogs and owners donated by Mars in the Community when they compete for “wiggliest tail” or “Musical Sit”. So don’t be shy bring Rover over! The Fair would not be complete without our multitalented arts, with decoupage, spinning, lacemaking, pottery, pyrography workshops and lots of lovely handmade craft stalls.

We have music to enjoy with your cream tea or in the Belvoir Ale tent. Barrie Thomas of Leicestershire Food Links who organises the Fair said “The Country Fair is special – it offers a taste of our local heritage, food and countryside and gives

everyone the chance to try new crafts and activities in the relaxed and beautiful surroundings of the historic Town Estates Parks. This year we are providing more free activities for families to enjoy.

We will also be giving away free tickets through the Melton and Oakham Midlands Coop stores.”

Leicestershire Food Links is a non profit making social enterprise and relies on the goodwill of local business, schools and people to make the day a success. We are always looking for local people to get involved i.e. demonstrate their crafts, display their vintage/ classic cars, busk, showing livestock or as a volunteer on the day. So if you would like to be part of the event please contact us now. Everyone is encouraged and welcomed.

For more information about how you can get involved please contact Barrie Thomas on 07856599424 or visit www.meltonmowbraycountryfair. co.uk or email barrie.thomas@ leicestershirefoodlinks.org.uk

A National treasure, and without doubt one of Britain’s most talented and best loved comedians, multi award-winning Billy Pearce, has won just about every comedy award going, including a British comedy award, Solo comedian of the year, and Best television comedy newcomer at the London Palladium. There are few stages upon which Billy has not appeared, and he’s broken Box Office records at a number of National Theatres. In 1993, Billy was honoured to be chosen to host The Children’s Royal Variety Performance screened by the BBC. His success in this prestigious show can be judged by the fact that he was invited to appear on the same show a year later. In total, Billy has performed in five children’s Royal Variety shows and three Royal Variety shows. Billy always delivers a great stand up show, and promises enough material for at least one joke for each member of the audience. His jokes flow one after another and with such

velocity that it’s like being on the receiving end of a machine gun.

Although many of the themes Billy jokes about are of an adult nature, unlike other comedians, he never descends into the quagmire of crudity nor does he rely on obscene language. Billy was recently awarded the 2013 Yorkshire Arts & Entertainment Award. An accolade presented to the outstanding Yorkshire personality in the fields of art and entertainment with previous

awards winners including The Grimethorpe Colliery Band, Clare Teal, The Kaiser Chiefs, Chris Moyles, John Godber and Gaynor Faye. “In a live situation there is quite simply no one like him” The Stage “Billy Pearce absolutely nails his stand-up routine, packed full of punchlines” Chortle Tickets priced at £19.75 can be purchased from the Derby LIVE Box Office on 01332 255800 or online at www.derbylive.co.uk Suitable for those aged 16+ only.

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D-Day Darlings Songs That Won The War

Thu 5 Jun, 2pm Guildhall Theatre

Mr Bloom comes to Carrington ….

This years Carrington Rally is set to welcome the popular Cbeebies television presenter Mr Bloom (Ben Faulks) to officially open the show on Sunday 25th May at 12.15pm, followed by the Mr Bloom show in the main ring.

as an unlikely sex symbol, the married, dad-of-three jokes, It’s all down to the make-up department.

However, the actor says he does not often get recognised in real life without his character’s trademark hat and welly boots. The Carrington Steam and Heritage Show this year showcasing The star of Mr Bloom’s Nursery is everything from steam engines, adored by millions of kids – and vintage and classic tractors to their mums – as he appears on cakes and crafts and children’s screen in his trademark wellies train rides. Feature tractors at and trilby hat. The happy-­ go-­ the South Lincolnshire event lucky, singing gardener runs will be Ford and Fordson with his own nursery, complete with Ransome Implements. As ever singing vegetables (the Veggies) the show will boast a large and Raymond the Squash, Sebastian varied number of exhibits from the Singing Aubergine and vintage and classic enthusiasts others, a belching compostarium across the UK and Europe for (Compo) and lots of little children all sections of the Rally including (the Tiddlers) whom he teaches steam engines, commercials, children about the goodness of cars, model engines, motorbikes vegetables and how they are and horticultural machinery. The grown The softly-spoken actor, show takes place from Sunday who was born in Cornwall, also 25th May to Monday 26th May, proves a hit with female viewers with an auto jumble and car with lusty mums airing their boot on site on Saturday 24th crushes on the website forum May.Hosting a large number of Netmums.Asked about his status market stalls showcasing a wide

variety of home, fashion, and garden-themed products There will be food and drink stalls with local producers and farmers showcasing their specialties.

Alsofeaturing live music including brass bands, and other local performers, playing across the weekend, there is sure to be something for the whole family.

“Tiddlers” are all invited to enter the Mr Bloom Completion and to draw a steam engine to appear on next year’s programme. More details to be found in the special children’s tent on site where your Tiddler can meet Mr Bloom.

For more information visit www. carringtonrally.co.uk or visit our facebook page Admission prices (all on the gate) are £8.00 Adults, Children FREE. Camping and caravan facilities are available on site £55; the full weekend price includes entrance to the Rally.

For further information call 07702 208518, email: enquiries@ carringtonrally.co.uk or visit the website: www.carringtonrally. co.uk.

The D-Day Darlings visit the Guildhall Theatre on Thu 2 Jun, 2pm with a concert full of the most popular and beautiful music of the 1940s wartime era, featuring songs

by Vera Lynn, Gracie Fields, Bing Crosby, The Andrew Sisters, Frank Sinatra and more.

Songs That Won The War includes recognisable songs like; The White Cliffs of Dover, Pack up your troubles in your old kit bag, Goodnight sweetheart, Bless

em’ all, There’ll always be an England, Land of hope and glory, Chattanooga Choo Choo, Every time we say goodbye and We’ll meet again. The show brings the spirit of wartime Britain alive and will bring back fond memories for all. Tickets for the concert at priced at £13, concessions £11, with group rates available and can be booked via the Derby LIVE Box Office on 01332 255800 or online at www. derbylive.co.uk Derby LIVE have also introduced the

option of booking a Cream Tea in advance of selected matinee shows, including this one. Enjoy tea or coffee and a scone with cream and jam. Cream Teas are served in the foyer 30 mins before the matinee performance. £3.50 each. They need to be booked in advance online at www. derbylive.co.uk or by calling the Derby LIVE Box Office on 01332 255800. For more information, please contact louise.wilks@derby.gov.uk

Funhouse Comedy Club

Sat 31 May, 8pm, The Silk Mill (moved from the Assembly Rooms – Darwin) Mock The Week Star Zoe Lyons at Comedy Club’s 10th Anniversary Show Funhouse Comedy hosts a big 10th anniversary show on Sat 31 May to celebrate a decade of running shows in Derby.

Local comedian, Spiky Mike originally started running the shows at The Blessington Carriage in 2004. The success of the club, which still runs fortnightly on Mondays has hosted comedy shows at other city venues including Bar One, the Greyhound, Vie Lounge and The Brunswick and was set to launch weekend shows at The Assembly Rooms. Due to the fire at The Assembly Rooms, the 10th Anniversary show will now take place at The Silk Mill with a premier league bill, including Zoe Lyons, who has appeared several times on the Mock The Week panel, as well as on Michael McIntyre’s Comedy Roadshow.

Funhouse founder Spiky Mike said, “we have had some wonderful shows at our Derby venues, especially memorable was 3 years ago when comedy legend Jasper Carrott appeared unannounced at the 70 capacity Blessington carriage to test out some new material, which

absolutely blew the crowds minds when I announced him onto the stage!” Appearing on the night will be Ivan Brackenbury (Top ten Fosters Comedy God, Best Established Comedian Nomination at Adelaide Fringe 2010, Edinburgh Comedy Award nominee 2007), a bungling hospital DJ. The character was created by Tom Binns who earlier in his career was a breakfast radio DJ on London’s XFM. The hospital DJ combines inapt records, with hilarious cues, misjudged dedications and patient requests, to leave the audience in ‘fits’ of laughter. A stay in hospital with him as the DJ would certainly be a unique experience. Zoe Lyons, has a genuinely warm and lively persona which her audiences are immediately attracted too. Zoe’s comedy life started back in 2003 with her first five minute spot, in an open night act. The following year she won the national Funny Women Competition and went on to become a finalist in ‘So You Think You’re Funny?’ 2008. That same year she was the Winner of ‘Dave TV, Funniest Joke of the Fringe’ at the prestigious Edinburgh Festival. Zoe takes a sideways view of life, picking out the many absurdities and turning them into hilarious routines which

she delivers with tremendous energy. She performs her diverse material with utter conviction leaving everyone wanting for more. A radio artist and familiar face on TV, she regularly features as a panellist on Mock The Week as well as appearing on Michael McIntyre’s Roadshow and The Wright Stuff. Also appearing is the spookily skillful spirit comedian, Ian D. Montford. An amazing deadpan pseudo-psychic who contacts dead celebrities. Having made a number of appearances on radio in February this year he had his own series, ‘Ian D Montford is Unbelievable’ on BBC Radio 2. With his jokes and quick banter he engages the crowd before starting to communicate with the ‘other side’. His incredible results leave his audiences gasping with incredulity. Tickets are priced at £12, with doors opening at 7pm and the show starting at 8pm. This event is suitable for those aged 14+, under 18s must be accompanied by an adult. Tickets can be purchased through the Derby LIVE Box Office on 01332 255800 or online at www.derbylive.co.uk or www. funhousecomedy.co.uk For more information, please contact louise.wilks@derby.gov. uk

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Doug Segal I Can Make You A Mentalist

Sun 8 Jun, 8pm Guildhall Theatre (moved from Assembly Rooms – Darwin) ThreeWeeks Editor’s Award: Edinburgh Fringe 2012, Best Cabaret Act: Brighton Fringe 2012 “His ability to manipulate the masses is simply brilliant” *****.

Matlock Bath will light up your life!

Matlock Bath Illuminations in Derbyshire feature a unique parade of illuminated and decorated boats on the River Derwent every weekend throughout September and October.

Each boat carries a decorated model and as darkness falls the boats disappear into the blackness below, leaving the models apparently gliding along just above the water. On certain Saturday nights there are also spectacular firework displays at 9.00pm.

The parade of decorated boats is led by a traditional candle lit boat, using in excess of 90 tea lights and is rowed by 82-year-old George Holloway of Matlock Bath.The Matlock Bath Illuminations have a long established history dating back to 1897 – first held to celebrate Queen Victoria’s Diamond Jubilee. It was the recollections of an earlier visit to Matlock Bath, by the then Princess Victoria that inspired the Illuminations.

She recalled how, when staying in Matlock Bath, she looked out of her hotel window and saw the candle lights were reflected in the River Derwent that flows through the centre of the village.

The twinkling lights made a lasting impression on the young Princess. Today, the event still features the decorated and illuminated boats that are produced by the members of the Matlock Bath Venetian Boat Builders Association and rowed by them each Saturday and Sunday evening during the Illuminations season. The Arkwright Cup, donated by

Sir Richard Arkwright in 1903, is awarded to the winning design. The 2014 Matlock Bath Illuminations season will run from Saturday 6 September to Saturday 25 October. Prices: Adults, £5.00 Over 60s/ disabled, £4.50 Children FREE

Fireworks displays will take place on the following Saturday evenings: 27 September, 4 October 11 October, 18 October 25 October www.derbyshiredales.gov.uk/ illuminations

The Scottish Sunday Express “Imagine if Derren Brown were funny” The Evening Standard **** The Sunday Mail “Well if this was the 14th Century, I’d be piling up firewood and kindling and preparing to burn Doug Segal alive. Fab show” Al Murray After two live sell out tours, award winning entertainer Doug Segal is embarking on a brand new comedy mind reading tour that turns the audienc into mind reading mentalists. Beginning in Leicester on 8th February, expect comedy, animation and interaction as well as mind blowing miracles performed by you, the audience.

Pushing the boundaries of comedy mind reading, Doug will find a random audience member and turn them into a mind reading mentalist (via the Brainmatiser 3000™). The audience member will perform all the mind reading in the show with Doug simply acting as guide, a feat that has never been done before. Along with physical and prop based comedy, animation, live music, evil 70’s mentalist, Victorian detectives, a Buddhist monk and goats, comedy sketches are also interwoven into the narrative thread. These are both live and also live interaction between pre-recorded video, starring the two people on stage Doug and the audience member.

There is absolutely nothing spooky or supernatural in what Doug is doing. Everything is achieved

using one or more of the following skills from Doug’s background in psychology & advertising: persuasion techniques, statistics, reading body language, subliminal influence and two key advertising skills: “Cheating & Lying”, all done with laughs, rakish charm and a rock & roll attitude.

Part two handed sketch comedy show, part astonishing acts of mind reading and mind control in this show – the audience are the star. Come on the ride of your life as Doug opens the doors to his Brain Academy. He has appeared on BBC One’s New Years Eve coverage with two live spots with Natasha Kaplinski & Claire Balding. The audience of 9.5 million live viewers is a record for any performer of this type in the UK and a worldwide record for live performance. He has also performed a trick on BBC3’s Mischief with the presenter, Becca Wilcox. He has also predicted the results of the 2012 Olympics on BBC Radio Scotland, performed

for Nippon TV in “London Entertains”. Doug is a regular guest on Holland’s highest rated chat show Jensen!

On RTL5. He has been described

by Time Out magazine as “the UK’s best kept entertainment secret”. The Metro newspaper said “one of the funnier more entertaining mental illusionists”.

He has won awards for the Best Cabaret Brighton Fringe 2012, and the Three Weeks Editors Award for being one of the ten best things (out of 2,700) at Edinburgh Fringe 2012. Other live performances include; two sell out UK tours, two sell out nights headlining the comedy and cabaret section of The Hull Freedom Festival 2012 and headlining the penultimate night of The Quartz Arts Festival.

Tickets are priced at £16.25 and can be purchased from the Derby LIVE Box Office on 01332 255800 or online at www.derbylive.co.uk Suitable for those aged 15+.For more information, please contact louise.wilks@derby.gov.uk

Mark Grist Rogue Teacher Fri 23 May, 8pm The Silk Mill (moved from the Assembly Rooms – Darwin)

Mark Grist burst onto our screens in 2012 when a film of him defeating a teenage grime artist in a rap battle went viral racking up thousands of views aday (now up to a whopping 3.7 millions views!). Fast forward to 2014 and he is on a nationwide tour.

Which includes a gig at The Silk Mill on Fri 23 May, 8pm (moved from the Assembly Rooms – Darwin, after the fire). Previous to his explosive rap battle debut, the former school teacher and poet laureate of Peterborough, performed and toured as half of Dead Poets with MC Mixy, a double act fusing spoken word with hip-hop, earning a string of excellent reviews at Edinburgh Festival in 2010. When he’s not out challenging the stereotypes of poetry and hip-hop on the road, Mark is an educational consultant and has recently been working

on a several TV and film projects.

This autumn/winter he will be starring in a new Channel 4 6-part documentary series alongside Mr Drew the deputy head of popular series Educating Essex.

To see Mark’s fusion of poetry and hip-hop at its fiercest, and to witness the film that made him ‘an internet sensation’ (Sun), click this link: http://www.youtube.com/ watch?v=tp4wEewrQdU And if mum cusses aren’t your thing, how a bit of love poetry from this ‘unlikely heart-throb’ (Guardian): h t t p : / / w w w. y o u t u b e . c o m / watch?v=rWwXJT4LA5A Finally check out his website at: www. markgrist.com Tickets are priced at £13.25, with concessions £11.25 and can be purchased from the Derby LIVE Box Office on 01332 255800 or online at www.derbylive.co.uk Suitable for those aged 16+. Ends For more information, please contact louise.wilks derby.gov.uk

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Heanor Musical Theatre takes Sounds of Summer on tour

For the first time ever Heanor Musical Theatre Company is going on tour across Derbyshire.

Their summer revue of music and comedy sketches will be performed in Heanor, Little Eaton and South Normanton. Kim Harris, the chairman, says that following their very successful pantomime Aladdin performed in Heanor in February the members and children from their youth wing Rising Stars have been busily

rehearsing. Included in the revue are songs from the Beach Boys, The Drifters, Nina Simone, the Electric Light Orchestra and the Beatles. There will be hilarious sketches and monologues – an evening full of summer fun. The musical director is Charlotte Daniel. Sounds of Summer will be performed at: Wilmott Street Centre, Heanor on Friday 20th and Saturday 21st June at 7.30pm – tickets £6, The Post Mill Centre, South Normanton on Friday 27th June

at 7.30pm – tickets £5, Little Eaton Village Hall, St Peter’s Park on Saturday 28th June at 7.30pm – tickets £6, TICKETS CAN BE OBTAINED FROM THE BOX OFFICE 07472 003095 Kim Harris added: “For the first time in our 40+ years’ history the company is going on tour with this summer revue. As well as performing in our home town of Heanor we are delighted to be visiting Little Eaton and South Normanton. We are rehearsing hard to produce a fun evening of

lively music and hilarious comedy – a great night out. We hope new audiences will turn out to support us and also enjoy themselves.”

Charlotte Daniel, the company’s new musical director, said: “I have really enjoyed working with the company to prepare this fun and uplifting mix of songs which really are the Sounds of Summer. We have something for all the family to enjoy, including a small live band to really get you in the holiday spirit.” www.heanormusicaltheatre.com

The music of James Taylor performed

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Sat 7 Jun, 7.30pm Guildhall TheatreAccomplished duo, Sweet Baby James (Brian Dales & Jon Chamberlain),

Tvisit Derby’s Guildhall Theatre on Saturday 7 June, to share the music of legendary troubadour, James Taylor.

In the intimate surroundings of the Guildhall Theatre, this will be a relaxing evening of James Taylor’s hits (including You’ve Got A Friend, Fire & Rain and Carolina in My Mind) plus more of the many varied songs that make up Taylor’s repertoire.

Sweet Baby James has been touring the UK throughout 2013 enjoying enthusiastic responses wherever they go. On guitar, Brian Dales effortlessly mimics Taylor’s original playing style.

On keyboards,Jon Chamberlain

recreates the varied textures of Taylor’s music including electric pianos, sweeping pads, intimate strings and powerful Hammond organs.For Brian in particular, perfecting this music has been a lifelong quest and the result is truly authentic. Whilst Brian’s journey with James Taylor’s music goes back many years, this current musical line-up is in its relative infancy. Having only played with Jon since June 2012, Brian says this is the most comfortable he has ever felt playing this music: “It’s great to perform with Jon as we are both on the same wavelength, and I don’t just mean in terms of the music. This project came together as much

through a shared love of tea and Monty Python as it did through James Taylor’s song-writing!”

While James Taylor plays to sellout stadiums all over the world, this is a rare opportunity to hear his music in a smaller, intimate venue, performed as it once was.

You can find out more and listen to ‘Sweet Baby James’at www.sweetbabyjames.co.uk Tickets are priced at £12 and can be purchased from the Derby LIVE Box Office on 01332 255800 or online at www.derbylive.co.uk For more information, please contact louise.wilks@ derby.gov.uk

Lyngo Theatre The Fish’s Wishes Co-produced by the Half Moon Young People’s Theatre A show by Marcello Chiarenza from an idea by Raffaella Meregalli Adapted and performed by Patrick Lynch Original Music by Carlo ‘Cialdo’ Capelli Design assistant Elena Marini Mon 16 Jun, 1pm – Tue 17 Jun, 10.30am & 1pm Guildhall Theatre.

A little vegetarian fish who lives in a glass escapes into our airy world to eat bubbles, collect tears and drink stars from a bowl. He’s got lots of questions like ‘why is the sky blue?’ and ‘where is the sea?’ and just like many small creatures we know and love he needs answers and he needs them now. From the company that bought Snow Play to the Guildhall Theatre, The Fish’s Wishes is a highly interactive philosophical cabaret for a younger audience.

Accompanied by amazing theatre toys - like an umbrella with builtin rain, a bowl full of stars and a pot full of bubbles – Patrick Lynch (Mr Green from Snow Play) floats through a show full of laughs, surprises and some real scientific explanations where our young audience finally get some of their constant questions answered.

‘If your tears are salty it’s not a surprise, it’s just the sea coming out of your eyes.’ Tickets, priced at £7.50, with group and school rates available, can be purchased through the Derby LIVE Box Office on 01332 255800 or online at www.derbylive.co.uk This show is part of Derby Comedy Festival.

For more information, please contact louise.wilks@derby.gov. uk

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WE INVITE YOU TO JOIN ONE OF OUR GREAT RAIL JOURNEYS THIS YEAR! ABTA member Compass Tours is now one of England’s longest established Rail Excursion providers, specialising in days out and short breaks by specially chartered train. With comfortable Intercity style carriages, plus among the friendliest and most approachable on board stewards in Britain, you can be assured that you will receive a great day out with a “warm” on-board atmosphere! You board locally at a nearby stations and are whisked through some of the country’s finest scenery often to interesting and historical destinations – ALL without the need to change trains once during the journey (in either direction)!

As well as each trip offering a more relaxing and “green” alternative to the motor car we endeavour to be one of the best value rail excursion options in England.

(and the Royal Borders Bridge) and along the East Coast of Scotland to our destination. Choose your boarding point from SPONDON, LONG EATON, BEESTON, NOTTINGHAM, LANGLEY MILL, ALFRETON, CHESTERFIELD and DRONFIELD with adult fares for this truly unique experience beginning at £79 with a first class option.

Saturday 16th August (The Heart of Wales Scenic Rambler) sees a final day excursion running via the beautiful “HEART OF WALES LINE” to CARDIFF, with options to board including NOTTINGHAM and TUTBURY & HATTON (for Burton area).

Adult fares begin at £69 with first class seating still available to book.

PLEASE VISIT US AT www.compasstoursbyrail. co.uk or call us on 0151 722 1147 for information or to book on any of our excursions or join our In addition to our 2 Settle and Carlisle rail newsletter. excursions advertised in this edition (a must-do scenic rail journey), we travel from Derbyshire and We look forward to meeting many of you aboard East Midlands stations to a number of other places one of these special trains in the very near in 2014. future!

JOIN US ABOARD THE SPECTACULAR “CUMBRIAN MOORLANDER” JOURNEY!

On Saturday 12th April (The White Rose To CARLISLE including a run over the scenic, world famous “Settle & Carlisle Railway” Express) our diesel hauled Intercity “charter train” sets sail for a day out from EAST MIDLANDS We are delighted to invite you to travel with the “best value” rail excursion organiser in the area in comfortable carriages on our private charter train, with on-board buffet services throughout the day, reserved seating and “approachable” friendly stewards available to assist during the journey. All our day PARKWAY for the Yorkshire Coast seaside town excursions are by direct train and return you to your boarding stations in the evening. of SCARBOROUGH, home to among the best fish and chips in England as well as all the usual family WE OPERATE THIS EXCURSION ON attractions and “fun by the sea”. An historical cliff FRIDAY 7TH MARCH + SATURDAY 17TH MAY ONLY FROM YOUR CHOICE OF: LANGLEY MILL, ALFRETON & CHESTERFIELD railway stations railway offers an interesting way to travel from the town down to the beach, which has won many an Both dates are routed via the Aire Valley and Craven Dales, then the world famous Settle to Carlisle Railway featuring the 24 arches of Ribblehead viaduct, award in recent times! Adult fares start at £69 with Dentdale and the Eden Valley (see www.settle-carlisle.co.uk). Carlisle (break of 2 hours requested) is home to a popular castle, as well as an array of attractions, shops and places to eat. The same train returns you to boarding stations in the evening with an opportunity to enjoy the finest of English scenery first class seating options also available. en route.

On Wednesday 28th May (The Canterbury Tales Explorer) we travel from stations including GRINDLEFORD, CHESTERFIELD, ALFRETON, LANGLEY MILL and EAST MIDLANDS PARKWAY direct to the historical cathedral city of CANTERBURY in Kent. This will be a great day out for all the family and there’s plenty to see and do as this famous destination. Of special note to any rail enthusiast readers is that this tour will be hauled by 2 heritage “DRS” class 37 diesel engines. Adult fares begin at £79 for this longdistance day excursion, with first class seating remaining available.

This Saturday 9th August (aboard the Forth and Tay Bridge Explorer) prepare to “wowed” by 2 of Britain’s most amazing architectural achievements to date as we whisk you on a several hundred mile return daytrip to DUNDEE, travelling not only across the world-famous FORTH BRIDGE but also gasping at the majesty of the “Kingdom of Fife” as we cross the few miles over the lesser known but equally impressive TAY BRIDGE. If that’s not enough then be sure to enjoy our ride along the East Coast through North Yorkshire, County Durham, Tyneside, Alnmouth Bay, past Lindisfarne, Berwick

FARES ON BOTH EXCURSION DATES ARE: £69 (STANDARD CLASS adults), £54 (child under 16 – STANDARD CLASS) & £109 (FIRST CLASS – all ages).

CALL 0151 722 1147 (10am-6pm weekdays) to book FOR FURTHER DETAILS, JOINING OUR NEWSLETTER & ONLINE BOOKING visit us at www.compasstoursbyrail.co.uk All tickets are booked subject to our booking conditions (see website or contact us for a copy).

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FEAST OF FUN AT WIRRAL’S CLAREMONT FARM

Previously known as Wirral Food and Drink Festival, the new and improved Farm Feast – a fully fledged family festival of food and drink, music and farming fun will take over Claremont Farm this May Bank Holiday (May 25 and 26 2014)

Keeping quality local, seasonal and artisan food and drink at its heart. Save the date now, as this family bank holiday feast of good wholesome fun is set to be the perfect start to the summer!

Set in the idyllic rolling fields of Claremont Farm, Farm Feast boasts a wide range of family friendly activities and events suitable for all ages, from mouthwatering demonstrations to live

music from established and new local artists. Elements of the old festival that visitors know and love, such as the farmers’ market, a wide variety of stalls from the region’s top food and drink producers and exhibitors, and the ever popular ‘Sheep Show’ will also be making their way back to the site. Adults can enjoy a Beer and Cider Festival, with over 40 ales and ciders showcasing the quality and diversity of the region’s brewers and Liverpool’s renowned Berry and Rye and Aloha, will have a stunning range of cocktails on offer. Other attractions will include Vintage Village where retro fashionistas can rummage through campervan thrift shops, learn to swing dance to gypsy jazz music or visit the

tea tent and savour on vintage style street food. For delicious taster sessions and hands-on workshops, visit The Good Life Marquee, which will feature plenty of special demonstrations, talks and ʻhave a goʼ exhibits.

This is set to be a fascinating and engaging area of the festival where visitors will have a chance to learn skills such as how to make sausages, brew beer and keep bees. An International Street Food Market will be taking place on site where a fantastic selection of traders from across the country will deliver an abundance of dynamic street food in celebration of the colours, flavours and aromas of culinary cultures from across the world.

The Chef’s Demo Stage will focus

on clever and innovative cooking of fresh ingredients by some of the Northwest region’s most talented chefs including Great British Bake off finalist Brendan Lynch who will wow visitors with his flamboyant and beautiful baking talents, Curry guru Nisha Katona and TV’s gastronomic chef Stefan Gates who will show visitors the science behind cookery in an explosive fashion! These celebrity chefs will be joined by several acclaimed local and regional food heroes including Adam Franklin, chef at Liverpool Yacht club, arguably the purveyor of Liverpool best Sunday roast, and the brand new head chef at Liverpool’s acclaimed London Carriageworks, Dave Critchley.Other demonstrations will include a master chocolatier demo from The Chocolate Cellar, Cheese Making with The City Cottage and Chorlton Cheese, a Butchery Masterclass from Edge & Son, and a Drinks and Punches Masterclass with cocktail expert Pedro Hunter. Kids won’t be bored as they will have their very own Little Feasters area, jam packed with interactive storytelling, bush craft workshops, and educational fun and games. The Food and Farming Tents, one of the most popular areas of the festival, will have live animals on show such as calves, pigs and sheep. From a fascinating birds of prey display to cookery lessons, and everything else in between, kids will have loads to explore. The festival’s

two daytime music stages can promise an eclectic line up.

Liverpool promoters Mellowtone and The Dovedale Social, both well known and respected on the city’s music scene, present the Courtyard Stage and Main Stage respectively. Sunday 25 May will see Beaten Tracks DJs, Emilio Pinchi, Charley Blue, David Hirst, The South Bound Attic Band, Mikey Kenney, Mike Badger & the Shady Trio and Rob Vincent (acoustic) grace the Courtyard Stage. The Sunday line up on the Main Stage will feature The Rangoon Sons, Roxanne Jones, The Levons, Springtime Anchorage, City Walls, Rob Vincent, Ottersgear and Reva.

On Monday 26 May, Main Stage audiences will be entertained

by Wirral Ukulele Orchestra, Dominic Dunn, The Ragamuffins, Silent Sleep, Mono LPs, Natalie McCool and Sugarmen, while the Courtyard Stage will play host to The Hazel Empire, Sparkwood & 21, Cousin Jac, Paul Straws, Silent Sleep (acoustic), The Mono LPs (acoustic) and Beaten Tracks DJs. The weekend will also feature a separate festivalstyle evening music event Livestock! Located at the Lower Meadow, the event will take place on the evening of Sunday 25 May from 7-11pm and will feature Joy Division and New Order’s Peter Hook with his current band The Light, supported by multi-instrumentalist and singer-

songwriter Dan Croll, Liverpool’s own indie-folk trio Stealing Sheep and Merseyrail Sound Station 2013 winners Soho Riots. The site will include all the best food traders from Farm Feast’s International Street Food Court, a fantastic cocktail bar and a Beer & Cider Festival tent.

Tickets are currently available at a £15 advance ticket price.

Livestock, like Farm Feast, is open to all ages but under 16s must be accompanied by an adult. Farm Feast is a held in the lush green fields of Claremont Farm. The Farm is located in beautiful countryside in the heart of the Wirral and famous for its asparagus, strawberries and potatoes. This idyllic setting is the perfect backdrop for this exciting event.

www.farmfeast.co.uk Tweet @FarmFeastFest Facebook.com/FarmFeastFest Tickets on sale NOW, exclusively from See Tickets: http://www. seetickets.com/event/farmfeast/claremont-farm/755316 Claremont Farm is situated on Old Clatterbridge Road, Bebington, Wirral CH63 4JB Directions and public transport information can be found here: http://www.claremontfarm.co.uk/ contact.html

Norman Lovett Old and New Sun 15 Jun, 8pm Festival Tent, Market Place, Derby (moved from the Assembly Rooms – Darwin)

The stand-up legend and Red Dwarf star Norman Lovett returns to Derby on Sun 15 Jun, with a show which contains the continuation of The Sugababes debate amongst many more subjects. The show will feature his iPad attached to the microphone stand from which he will depict images onto a screen to delight and astound you. The title of the show is exactly that, a title.

“Few comedians inhabit their stage persona as completely as Lovett does his. In other words, it’s not an act: the man really is funny” Scotsman “A true master of his craft” Chortle.co.uk Tickets are priced at £12 and can be purchased through the Derby LIVE Box Office on 01332 255800 or online at www.derbylive.co.uk and www. derbycomedyfestival.co.uk This show is part of Derby Comedy Festival.

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Bakewell Green Festival : Celebrating Sustainable Living in the Peak District

A must for your diary is the Bakewell Green Festival which will be held on Saturday July 12th at the Bakewell Agricultural Centre. Entry is free.

There will be stalls selling local food and crafts: activities involving all the family from bird-box making to willow weaving: dance and music and poetry from local dancers, musicians and poets: short talks given by people passionate about their sustainable ideas: discussion with our

local MP on the politics of sustainability: demonstrations about renewable energy and energy saving: and farm animals showing their value to our local economy.

Festival team leader, Jeni Edwards, enthused “The way people work together in the Peak District and the tremendous support of the community for all sorts of local initiatives needs to be celebrated. More than a tourist destination, we are a place full of creative and vibrant characters. As the world’s economies creep

closer and closer to meltdown, it is the strength and attitudes of the people around us who know how to work with our environment, building up its resources rather than overusing them, which will show the way to the possibility of a green and pleasant future.”

A hard working team of local Quakers and other volunteers have spent the last year planning and developing this one-off event for everyone to enjoy. For more information visit www. bakewellgreenfestival.org or the facebook page.

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caravan/camping is available by pre-book on our website

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Fri 13 Jun, 8pm Festival Tent, Market Place, Derby (moved from the Assembly Rooms – Darwin)

After a fantastic time supporting Ed Byrne on his national tour Ben Norris is hitting the road on his own.

Ben’s TV credits include Mock The Week (BBC2), They Think It’s All Over (BBC1), and Never Mind The Buzzcocks (BBC2). He will visit Derby as part of the Derby Comedy Festival on Fri 13 Jun, 8pm, performing at the Festival Tent on the Market Place.Other interesting facts about Ben: he’s the cousin of actor and hobbit, Martin Freeman, and the father of triplets, 2 girls and a boy. “Ben Norris may not be a household name, but then very few really

Hot Date for your diary!!

Three months to go to the first East Midlands Chilli Festival which will be held on the 16th and 17th August at the Newark Showground NG24 2NY. An event for chilli, non-chilli lovers and children we already have an exciting line-up of over 60 stalls which includes an impressive list of East Midlands and UK wide artisans, street food and drinks vendors to suit all tastes. For chilli lover we have a chilli eating competition on both days and also on the Sunday a chilli cook-off – winners of which will receive £200 and entry into the national cook-off.

Children are not

forgotten and for a nominal entry fee, activities such as theatre, a workshop, face painting and bouncy caste are free. Also they can enter competitions specifically for them. During the two days entertainment will consist of East Midlands bands, competitions and demonstrations, whilst on the Saturday evening there is a music festival. Make a weekend of it… Newark Showground has pre-book camping and caravan facilities for individuals and rallies – Saturday only or Friday/ Saturday options available.

As the East Midlands covers 6 counties, apart from free parking, we are also able to take coaches for those wishing to travel as groups. Please let us know beforehand so we can plan for your arrival.

Discounted tickets are now available from the website www. em-chillifest.co.uk along with caravan/camping bookings. If you plan a rally, please get in touch directly with Chilli Bob on 07901820914 or email festival@em-chillifest.co.uk We look forward to seeing you here. Chilli Bob.

good comedians are these days.

He has been touring steadily for the past two decades, and he’s developed a razor sharp act in the process; it’s hard to think of anyone on the circuit who works an audience with as much skill and flair”. The Scotsman “The term “circuit legend” is overused, but Norris is one of a handful that have been headlining for more than two decades and rarely departs a stage without leaving it torn to shreds in his wake. A master of the craft, this will be an hour of the most polished stand –up you are likely to see”. GQ Magazine

“well-stocked arsenal of sharp lines and the wherewithal to work any crowd make Norris one of the more engaging and enjoyable comics” Chortle “Truly a sight to behold” Ed Byrne Tickets are priced at £10 and can be purchased through the Derby LIVE Box Office on 01332 255800 or online at www.derbylive.co.uk and www.derbycomedyfestival. co.uk This show is part of Derby Comedy Festival.

The Samuel Fox Inn The Samuel Fox is a beautiful country Inn, set in the tranquillity of Bradwell, Hope Valley, Derbyshire.

Serving exquisite traditional and contemporary cuisine, using only local, fresh ingredients and home-made produce. It has extremely well appointed en-suite bedrooms and it’s the perfect location in the picturesque village of Hope Valley for exploring Derbyshire’s beautiful Peak District National Park.

The Samuel Fox is extremely close to Castleton, Hathersage, Edale and the Pennine Way, and within easy reach of Chatsworth, Matlock, the spa town of Buxton, and the many extravagant historical houses run by English Heritage and the National Trust.

Since James Duckett took over as the chef/proprietor of the Samuel Fox Country Inn in October 2012, there have been a number of excellent reviews, for example in December 2012 in the Sheffield Telegraph, in the April 2013 edition of Profile

Magazine on pages 56-58 and in the December 2013 issue of Westside Magazine.

James is a chef with international experience having travelled widely and worked in the kitchens of some of the very best restaurants, in the UK, France, Holland and Australia. He has also ran his own restaurants in Spain and more recently in Devon.

The Samuel Fox is James’s first pub venture where, given his background and experience, you may be sure that the food on offer is of the highest standards.

However, James is keen to see that the Samuel Fox also plays host to villagers and visitors alike who may wish to just enjoy a drink in convivial surrounds.

James lives just above the shop which ensures that there’ll always be the very warmest of welcomes for residents, diners and those enjoying a drink with friends and family.

The village of Bradwell in the Hope Valley lies at the heart of the Peak District National Park,

an area rich in natural beauty, history and heritage. With four beautifully furnished en suite guest rooms, fine food and a welcoming bar, the Samuel Fox is an ideal base from which to explore all that the Park has to offer. Nearby are the Chatsworth Estate, Haddon Hall, Peveril Castle, and many other English Heritage and National Trust sites; the beautiful villages of Castleton, Bakewell, Matlock, and the larger spa town of Buxton, with its famous waters and opera house;

and the wild beauty and desolate moorland of Kinder Scout, the show caves of Castleton, and the reservoirs and dams of the beautiful Derwent Valley.

Whether you choose to stay, to dine or just to enjoy a drink at the bar or on the terrace, James and his restaurant and bar managers, Sabrina and Gareth all look forward to welcoming you to the Samuel Fox Country Inn.

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Summer line up, NEC Birmingham, 12-15 June 2014 The BBC Good Food Show Summer returns to the NEC Birmingham, promising to be one of the best days out of summer 2014! With a top class celebrity line up visitors can expect a food experience like no other.

Talent Line Up Two-Michelin-starred chef Atul Kochhar is one of the most critically acclaimed chefs in Britain for his take on modern Indian cuisine. Atul was the first Indian chef to receive a Michelin star, and has been awarded a number of accolades including

the TMG Cordon Bleu Award and an Honorary Doctorate Degree to recognise the work that he has contributed to the culinary industry.

His work ethic and talent have not gone unnoticed as he has had the privilege to cook for Prince Charles at St. James’s Palace.

Si King and Dave Myers, aka The Hairy Bikers, have been cooking together for over twenty years.

They have created haute cuisine dishes with Michelin-starred chefs and have travelled the world in the pursuit of great food. The stars of several hit television shows, are the UK’s third most popular cookery book writers. Their first diet book toppled Fifty Shades Of Grey from

the top of the bestsellers charts in summer 2012 and remained in that position for six weeks.

James Martin is a familiar face in living rooms across the nation.

His culinary skills have led him to present many television programmes, write multiple books and open several restaurants.

He has been awarded the title of Honorary Professor by the University of West London and the London School of Hospitality and Tourism, and was honoured with The Craft Guild of Chefs Special Award last year.

Jason Atherton started out working alongside great chefs such as Marco Pierre White and

Gordon Ramsay and then went on to launch his own restaurant company. His flagship restaurant ‘Pollen Street Social’ opened in April 2011 in Mayfair and was awarded a coveted Michelin star within just six months of opening. It was awarded 4 A4 Rosettes by the AA Guide, named The Good Food Guide’s ‘Best New Restaurant’, hailed the sixth best restaurant in the UK, and was awarded ‘Chef Of The Year’ by ‘Caterer and Hotelkeeper’. Jason is on his way to world denomination with restaurants in Hong Kong, London, Shanghai, Singapore and soon Dubai.

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TAKE TO THE TRAILS IN THE PEAK DISTRICT National Trust Teams Up Again with Jog Derbyshire To Launch Another Family-Friendly Trail Run

Following the success of Jog Derbyshire’s monthly, family-friendly trail runs at the National Trust’s Kedleston Hall near Derby, we are proud to be introducing another monthly, Sunday morning trail run round the Longshaw Estate near Hathersage in the Peak District. (http://www.nationaltrust.org. uk/longshaw/).

The first run in our new ‘Take to The Trails’ series will be Sunday 8th June with further dates announced soon. Runners can choose from a 3 or 1.6 mile route. There will be a rolling start.

Registration is open from 9 to 9.30am. It costs just £2 for adults and is free for children. Spot prizes will be available. Participants can also meet up afterwards with fellow Jog Derbyshire members, friends and family in the National Trust café (open from 9am) and enjoy a special 20% off discount.

Jog Derbyshire Project Manager Cathy Rooney said: “Nearly 500 people have crossed the finish line of our monthly runs round the grounds of the 18th century mansion house at Kedleston since their introduction last April.

We’re delighted to announce another totally contrasting run at the other end of the county, taking in some of the most beautiful scenery in the Peak District.”

“It’s wonderful to be able to extend our partnership with the

National Trust. There is a natural synergy between their campaign to get people to reconnect with the great outdoors and provide activities that families can enjoy together and our drive to get more people more active and making friends with our locally based groups led by qualified volunteers.”

Jog Derbyshire Coordinator Michelle Simmons said: “Like Kedleston, Longshaw promises the perfect combination of a relaxed atmosphere and amazing location. The gently undulating trail and choice of distances makes this an accessible introduction to off-road running against a backdrop of dramatic, rugged moorland. The rolling start takes away the stress of setting off against the clock.

And there’s the added bonus of being able to catch up with friends and fellow Jog Derbyshire members over a cup of tea and a piece of cake at the end.” Ruth Tweedie, Sports Development Officer, National Trust Longshaw Estate, said: “We are delighted to be working in partnership with Jog Derbyshire to put on the ‘Take to the Trails series of runs here at the Longshaw Estate.

The National Trust is committed to encouraging people to try new sports and activities in our wonderful natural spaces, and the splendour of the Longshaw Estate makes a beautiful backdrop for runners of all abilities to enjoy.”

£7.5M INVESTMENT TO BOOST TOURISM WITH PEDAL POWER

Tourism in Derbyshire has been given a multi-million pound boost now a Derbyshire County Council-led project to enhance traffic-free cycle trails into the Peak District has been given the green light.

Pedal Peak is designed to put an estimated 3.5million people within reach of the Peak District National Park cycle network - either directly by bike in less than an hour or following a short train ride.

And plans moved a step closer today when the Department for Transport announced it would stump up £5M for the project. It means people living in Greater Manchester, Sheffield, Stoke-onTrent, Derby, Nottingham could soon have better cycle access into the Peak District National Park for a day out as well as people living in Derbyshire. Four new trails are proposed as part of the project which also involves the Peak District National Park

Authority, Staffordshire County Council, Barnsley Metropolitan Borough Council and Sheffield City Council. They are: White Peak Loop - 11 miles, Little Don Link - 12 miles, Staffordshire Moorlands Link - 14 miles, Little John Route and Hope Valley Link - 3 miles Councillor Joan Dixon, Derbyshire County Council’s Cabinet Member for Jobs, Economy and Transport, said: “We will consult fully with local people on each of the routes and we will need to gain planning permission before any work can start.” Tony Favell, chair of the Peak District National Park Authority, said: “This is wonderful and exciting news for the Peak District. It is great for family cycling and for walkers too. It gives road cyclists alternative routes and eases traffic congestion. It will boost healthy living for people in the big cities of Sheffield, Derby, Nottingham and Stoke and at the same time benefit national park residents and rural businesses.

“There is a huge amount of work involved in opening up these four cycle-ways and there will be public consultation on the precise routes to be taken, but investing in traffic-free trails is a win, win situation for everyone and the environment.” White Peak Loop - would link the High Peak Trail and Monsal Trail with two new sections - one between Matlock and Bakewell and another between Buxton and Hurdlow.

Visitors from Nottingham and Derby would be able to reach the loop by taking the train to Matlock.

And its link to Buxton train station would mean it’s in easy reach of people living in the north of the county and Manchester. Little Don Link - would run from Beeley Wood in Sheffield to Winscar Reservoir near Penistone, South Yorkshire, linking with the Trans Pennine Trail through Derbyshire and the Peak District National Park. The route would cross and run parallel to part of the route for the 2014 Tour de France and will

help provide a permanent legacy from the event. Material from recycled tyres would be used to build the new cycle path which would follow the route of a disused railway line skirting Langsett and Underbank reservoirs.

Staffordshire Moorlands Link - a new trail would be built between The Roaches gritstone outcrop in the Peak District National Park and Stockton Brook, linking with an existing route into Stokeon-Trent. The section between Stockton Brook and Cheddleton would follow the Caldon Brook

towpath. Another section would be built between Cheddleton and Waterhouses, linking with the existing Manifold Trail into the National Park. The Moorlands Connect demand-responsive bus service operates in this area providing access to and from Stoke and Staffordshire Moorlands. Little John Route and Hope Valley Link - Hope Valley Link would provide an off-road route between Bamford and Hathersage. It would bridge the gap between existing cycle routes into Sheffield and

Manchester, connecting to the Little John Route between the two cities. This is the second phase of the Pedal Peak project.

Phase one to extend and enhance the Monsal Trail was carried out last year by the Peak District National Park Authority.

The project involved opening up disused railway tunnels along the Midland Railway Line Planning applications for the four routes are expected to be submitted over the next year and the routes are expected to be completed by 2016.

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“Keeping Your Child Ahead” you really should take advantage of the extra training available for your child.

Kip McGrath have a unique way of keeping your child ahead and developing the knowledge they already hold, with an interactive method of learning Kip McGrath ensure your child is improving lesson after lesson.

Martin Smith and his team at Kip McGrath Burton offers the best in private tuition in basic subject areas such as, Reading, Grammar, Spelling, English and Maths, for children aged between 6 and 18.

Offering personal tuition for the 11+ entrance exam, SATs, GCSEs & A-Levels.

There are many reasons as to why Kip McGrath are so successful, the programmes of study have been designed to improve knowledge, confidence and the enjoyment of learning and they are delivered by teachers who have many years of experience; Each of which is CRB/DBS checked and holds full, enhanced disclosure certificates. They are enthusiastic about learning and fantastic motivators.

At Kip McGrath Education Centre

Burton, they offer professional tuition in English and Maths to children aged 6 - 18. They create a dynamic, interactive and stimulating environment where children feel confident and enthused about learning.

Teachers are supported by some of the best integrated computer based systems available worldwide which are fully integrated with the English National Curriculum. This is supplemented by comprehensive written and audio resources, thus

keeping all the senses stimulated and keeping the child’s full attention.

From the initial assessment is free of charge and part of the programme, your child will have their own individual programme designed to build on and stretch their existing knowledge. Your child may be the most capable of learners or find schooling a little difficult or you have made the decision that they need to be in the next set above.

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Are financial markets being too optimistic about UK economic prospects?

Despite being slightly less than anticipated, the preliminary UK GDP figures for the first quarter of 2014 were well received by financial markets.

The economy has officially been in recovery mode since the final quarter of 2009, but what was really important about the 0.8% increase in activity was that it was the fourth consecutive quarter of clearly above trend growth. Over the last 12 months the UK economy has now expanded by some 3.1%; better than any other G7 economy (apart from China), including the United States.

Even so, such has been the severity of the Great Recession that, even now, national output remains some 0.6% beneath its 2008 Q1 cyclical peak and a massive 10% below the level that would have prevailed had the economy remained on its pre-recession trajectory. This is a measure of the “lost output” attributable to the financial crisis and its aftermath and the spare capacity that remains within the economy. But even before these “flash” figures were published, the Bank of England had already raised its growth projection for 2014 as a whole to 3.4%. And in timehonoured tradition, the consensus in the forecasting community has

duly followed suit. What we find particularly interesting about this is that many of the commentators who are now eulogising about the UK economy’s growth prospects are the same ones who were warning, before the recovery set in, that it wouldn’t recover at all as long as the Coalition continued with its austerity programme. Often their pessimism was overlaid by the claim that the Monetary Policy Committee’s asset purchase programme (or quantitative easing) had been a failure or that it would inevitably result in substantially higher inflation. So what has happened to bring about such a dramatic change in the consensus’ view of UK economic prospects? In short, the economy has recovered! In my experience, most City commentators don’t have a coherent view of how the economy works or what are the main drivers. Instead all they appear to do is focus on recent trends in coincident (or worse) lagging indicators (such as economic growth over the last couple of quarters) and extrapolate these almost indefinitely into the future. The economy has started to recover, so it will continue to recover! Such an approach might work for sometimes quite long periods of time when the economy is “trending”, but it’s

a guaranteed recipe for missing key turning points. By contrast, at GHC we prefer to focus on what we consider to be leading indicators of the economy. More specifically the central tenet of our model is that the level of nominal national income is a function of the quantity of money, broadly defined to include most private sector bank deposits.

This doesn’t mean that nominal GDP follows monetary growth in every single quarter or even over a six month period. However, over the long run there is a stable relationship between the quantity of money and nominal GDP. Thus, the collapse in the quantity of money in early 2008—exacerbated by officialdom’s requirement for the banks to hold substantially higher capital reserves relative to their assets—warned of the Great Recession that was to come, whilst its subsequent return to sustained positive rates of growth in 2011 paved the way for the ensuing recovery. But with the whole world and his wife of the view that the GDP growth experience of the last four quarters will continue for the foreseeable future, nobody (and that includes the Bank of England) appears to have noticed that in recent months monetary growth has slipped beneath the 5% annualised rate of growth that

we believe is necessary to maintain above trend economic growth.

In many ways, this shouldn’t be that surprising given that the MPC has not added to its stock of asset purchases since October 2012. True, new mortgage lending has picked up markedly over the last six months or so, but with existing borrowers still keen to reduce their outstanding

liabilities, net mortgage lending per month remains extremely modest by pre-crisis standards. This may well change in the months ahead, but if it doesn’t there is a real risk—just as investors are becoming increasingly optimistic—that economic growth could disappoint later this year or in early 2015. Bank of England governor Mark Carney

urgently needs to stop looking at the unemployment figures and focus instead on what’s happening to the quantity of money.

John Clarke GHC Capital Markets Limited Source for Chart: Bank of England

Junior football in Derby aces with local sponsor

Alvaston-based Neish Consultancy is delighted to have sponsored Derby Junior Aces Football Club during its first year competing in the Derby Junior Football league where they secured 6th place in Group 1.

Formed in 2012, the youngsters trained hard and gelled fantastically as a team under their coaches, Howard Laycock & Chris Meyer. Neish Consultancy was delighted to present the U10s team with Nike jackets earlier this year that carry the Neish Consultancy logo on the back and Club Emblem on the front. Commenting, Shona Neish said, “As a provider of personal development training in companies across the UK, we understand the importance of sport in the development of young people. We’re really proud to have followed the lads’ progress throughout the season and pleased that the rain jackets we provided helped make training more comfortable in the poorer weather!” The lads were really excited about receiving their jackets and mum Jo Merriman said, “My Owen is planning

to sleep in his jacket tonight!”

Coach of Derby Junior Aces Howard Laycock added, “Thank you to Shona & Gez of Neish Consultancy for backing us and supporting us in this way.” Neish Consultancy also sponsor Derby County Community Trust’s “Rams In Kenya” scheme that supports volunteers going out to Kenya as well as disabled children in the local Derby area.

For more information on Neish Consultancy please visit www.neishconsultancy.co.uk . Derby Junior Aces will be playing as Under 11s next season and are searching for new players to strengthen their squad. If you know of any aspiring players please feel free to contact Rebecca on

07854 012542 or e-mail: derbyjunioracesfc@ gmail.com or visit w w w. c l u b w e b s i t e . c o . u k / derbyjunioracesfc.

To All Employers

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Auto-Enrolment is coming to you, Are you ready?

The Government’s introduction of auto-enrolment has begun! Autoenrolment commenced for the largest employers in October 2012 and will rolling out to your company and all employers by 2018. Are you ready for your responsibilities?

The aim of Auto-Enrolment is to provide a basic level of income for the population in retirement, probably with a view to reducing the dependency upon means-tested benefits. It is being complemented by the proposed changes to state pension benefits that will introduce an increased flat-rate pension while removing the current means tested pension credit.

regulations now and in the future.

Sift workers into categories: The three categories are Eligible, Non Eligible and Entitled Eligible: These members must be automatically enrolled into the scheme. They can choose to ‘opt out’ within 30 days of joining. To do this they must contact their scheme provider, their employer must not assist them in this or persuade them to do so. You, the employer, will automatically re-enrolled them again in 3 years’ time. Pension contributions must be paid for these members that remain in the scheme.

Non Eligible: These members have the right to join the pension scheme if they so choose, and if This is the company’s deadline to they do choose to join, pension comply. The maximum fine for non- contributions must be paid for compliance is up to £10,000 per them. day!

Entitled: These members can join What employers will be required the pension scheme if they choose, but the employer does not have to to do: make pension contributions on their Register a workplace pension behalf. scheme with the Pensions Scheme Regulator (TPR): The employer can This sifting process must take place choose to set up their own qualifying each and every payroll reference workplace pension scheme or use period, i.e., weekly or monthly the National Employers Savings depending on the regularity of the Scheme (NEST) which has been set payroll. This is because workers up by a non-departmental public can move between the categories. body which operates at arm’s length Communicate with the workforce: from the government.

NEST’s The employer will need to inform scheme administration is delivered and educate their employees

by Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), regarding auto-enrolment and the which is part of the Tata Group. effect this will have on them. Letters Employers who offer an existing containing legal notices will need to workplace pension scheme will be distributed to the workforce as need to review that scheme to well as welcome packs or joining ensure that it complies with the new packs. In addition the employer

may choose to hold group staff pension presentations delivered by a pension adviser or offer one to one meetings with a pension adviser. These events provide the opportunity for the workers to ask questions. It is important that the employer only offers information they must not give advice to staff.

Minimum Contributions: There is a minimum contribution level for employees and employers based on a band of earnings called qualifying earnings.

Qualifying earnings include salary, bonus, overtime, commissions and statutory sick, maternity or paternity pay. This

schemes definition of pensionable salary. The following options are available: 7% of all earnings 8% of pensionable salary provided 85% of total payroll is pensionable

Staging Date:

requirement will be phased in over a period of time.

The table below sets out the total minimum contribution required and how much of this the employer must contribute.

Options: As an alternative to using the qualifying earnings definition above, you can use certification.

The minimum contributions will be based on the scheme definition of pensionable salary, for example ‘basic salary only’ could be the

9% of pensionable salary A combination of the options available can be used across the workforce. The employer must decide what contribution option or combination of options they wish to adopt. The employer must be able to deduct contributions from pay.

Optional - Salary Sacrifice: This is an agreement between you and your workers where each worker agrees to sacrifice part of their salary in return for a non-cash benefit such as employer contributions into a pension scheme. It is a tax

efficient way for workers to make contributions into the scheme as they won’t pay NICs on it. It also means the employer will not pay their NICs either on amount sacrificed.

sweeping up any opt-outs every 3 years. Don’t under estimate the amount of planning that will be required to position your company for Auto-Enrolment. Don’t delay act now! Start the process by contacting The Pension House Co Ltd for Investment Decision: Decide on a your auto enrolment briefing For default investment option for the guidance, information and advice from a ‘Specialist Pension Adviser’ contact The Pension House Co Ltd. TALKING PENSIONS – THAT’S WHAT WE DO Telephone: 01604 588293 Email: enquiries@pensionhouse. org.uk For more information: www. pensionhouse.org.uk

scheme. It must take account of the likely characteristics and needs of the employees. There needs to be a balance between risk and return for the profile of the membership.

There will be an on-going responsibility of governance of the default option during the lifetime of the scheme.

Implement and run the scheme: Make the deductions from payroll each payroll reference period and pay over the contributions to the scheme. Issuing new joiners packs as necessary along the way and

WATCH THIS SPACE FOR AUTO ENROLMENT NEWS & INFORMATION

Growth Voucher Scheme Welcome to my third article and for this one I thought I would focus on the Growth Voucher Programme introduced to help support small businesses.

At the end of January, the government launched a £30 million research project to test the value to small businesses of accessing professional advice. The subsidised business support will be delivered in the form of allocated Growth Vouchers, enabling businesses to receive a 50% subsidy towards the cost of obtaining advice on 5 key topics that help businesses to grow.

this programme will be allocated vouchers to spend on strategic advice from suppliers in the private sector, matched with their own funds, on one of 5 categories of support.

Do they apply to me?

The Growth Vouchers programme is available to small businesses in England who have been trading for at least one year, have 49 employees or less and have not sought strategic business advice before in the last three years, see Enterprise Nation website for full eligibility and terms and conditions.

On what kind of support can I What are Growth Vouchers? spend my Growth Voucher?

Announced by the Chancellor in Growth Vouchers can be used to the 2013 Budget and championed obtain strategic advice on any of by the PM’s Enterprise Adviser, the following categories: Lord Young, the Growth Vouchers programme will deliver subsidies cashflow, late to help businesses access the Managing advice they need to help them payments and negotiating finance grow. The majority of small businesses that participate in Developing skills and taking on

staff

Improving Leadership Management

and

Marketing, attracting and keeping customers Making the most of digital technologyWhat is the value of a Voucher?

The Government will match your spend up to a maximum value of £2,000. This means you can spend as much or as little as you want on the advice but the maximum contribution from the Government will be £2,000. For example: You spend £1,200 on support: £600 from you and £600 matched from government You spend £4,000 on support: £2,000 from you and £2,000 from government You spend £5,500 on support: £3,500 from you and £2,000 from government On

the

Enterprise

Nation

marketplace you will find suppliers who meet the minimum standards required to be suppliers as part of the Growth Vouchers programme and with whom you can spend your vouchers. As the small business owner, you pay the supplier and then claim back up to £2,000 from Government.

How can Voucher?

I

get

a

Growth

You can apply on a government website www.gov.uk/applygrowth-vouchers. If you meet the criteria, you will then be

guided through a diagnostic filter which will help you assess your business needs. The process will be done either on-line or through a face to face meeting with an adviser. After this, you will be notified if you have received a voucher.

Founding Trade & Professional Bodies so the quality of advice they offer is assured.

The above is a summary covering some of the key points within the scheme and I am pleased to advise that Ashgates Corporate Services are an approved With a Voucher in hand, what supplier, therefore should you do you do next? wish to discuss the Growth Voucher scheme further and how You visit the Enterprise Nation this could help your business marketplace website and find please give Ian Johnson a call on a supplier/advisor with whom 01332 380691. you can spend your voucher.

Suppliers are members of

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HOW are your finances?

Do you even know?

Do you have a licence for that . . .

As the Derbyshire Guardian designer of the year I am pleased to be able to use this blog column, to both entertain, enlighten and inform you on graphic design, myself Linda Wild and my business Wild Ideas www.lindawildideas.co.uk ……. picture? My whole motto on images for a long time has been to create or use your own and take them yourself. I pride myself on being original, and any of you who have read my website will be familiar with the paragraph asking: Are you comfortable using a photograph on your project that everyone else could use on theirs? Do you have the photo editing skills to create your own? But in the end it comes down to time, money and resources. So we all have to use the inevitable image library sometimes. And that’s what it came down to this last week or so with a couple of clients. There are plenty of libraries out there offering very competitive pricing, and some free images available, if you are willing to give a credit and a link when you use the image, and most of the pictures are royalty free. But what does that really mean? well you can use it as much as you like on whatever you like, you pay once and then its yours….or so I thought but wow! such a minefield, when I started looking into the licensing - there is a bit more to it - so just be careful to understand what you are doing, so you get it right. I am reliably informed that if you try to buck the system with an incorrectly licensed image, there is softer out there just trawling the web to check - and the first we here about it is the surprise invoice letter on the doormat. The particular image site I am using is Dreamstime.com, who have some great images, (at pocket money prices). As a designer, when I purchase an image to use for a client, I input purchaser details ( so usually my clients name, address etc) when I buy my credits or download limit, and those details go onto the invoice for that payment. And those details are binding for the ownership of that payment Then when I use those credits or downloads to pay for my images, the purchaser details (my client) are transferred to the license of the image. I can view all of the licensing details linked to my image downloads. So it is the name on each particular invoice that is the owner of the image, and that is the person who is allowed to hold the image file and use the image as many times as they like on their own projects and only pass it on to other parties who are handling their projects for them. (like their designer). And if, as a designer I buy an image (in a clients name) I cannot use it for another client. To do this I have to buy it in Wild Ideas name, then I can use it for any of my clients projects, but not give the image file to them. This is just the tip of the iceberg for standard usage of most images - if you want to do tens of thousands of print runs, or put your image on a product to sell on, etc etc, then there are lots more licenses to buy for more money. So now I have my head around it, I am OK, but I still favour doing your own, if you can. Which is just what my son is doing. He is a real chip off the old block, and has finally worn me down, after asking many times - and we have set up his ‘wild books and pictures’ website so he can upload his drawings. We have even ordered some printed business cards too. I have a potential project coming up which may need a child type themed design, and I am sure he would be thrilled if one of his drawings might be suitable to be adapted into a logo. So despite feeling like I am cheating myself by using an image library sometimes, as a creative, I am always able to make an image my own, by modifying it enough from the original with skilled control of my photo software editing tools. so it’s not the end of the world. And I do take my own images too, whenever I am out and about I try to get creative with the camera - in this digital age, where 300 shots are as free as 24, then it really is a no brainer, and you don’t need a licence to take a photo……… and incidentally, you can even upload your own photos to the image library and start getting paid for them - so that’s something to think about! Happy snapping you can contact me via my website. www. lindawildideas.co.uk

Thanks for reading Linda x

For many of us, managing our money – especially long-term investments and pensions – is a tedious business, something to get around to ‘one day’.

But that could be to our considerable cost. Because we could all be missing out on better returns – or paying too much to the taxman, says private client adviser Rick Wyse.

Rick runs Bakewell-based Sapphire Wealth Consultancy LLP, providing independent financial advice to private and corporate clients.

“Clients often have policies and say they don’t know what they are worth,” he explains. “People’s finances are usually a mess because it’s the last thing you think about when you get home from work.

I put – and keep - clients’ finances in good order.”

Sapphire offers wealth management expertise to help customers maximise the potential growth of their investments and pensions and reduce the tax payable, where appropriate.

Rick worked for Pearl Assurance for a decade before setting up his own business 16 years ago.

He says: “I offer a personal service, mostly home visits and office visits.

“A lot of my business comes from people whose portfolios are performing poorly or are frightened of the government taking most of their money off them in tax or long term care costs.”

He adds: “I find most people aged over 70 are worried about having to fund their own care costs.

But with forward planning and putting their affairs in order they can avoid certain pitfalls.

“Also, many people haven’t got a will and, if they have, it is outdated. If you don’t keep your will updated, you can end up giving too much to the tax man.”

Equity release is another key area: “People are often sitting on a lot of equity in their property because house prices have risen significantly,” says Rick. “They can release capital to enjoy their lives or to help their children. Many people raise money on their property to use as deposits on their children’s first home.”

Whatever investments people have, management is crucial, he insists: “I look at what clients have got now, ask what they want their money to do and sort it out. Then I continually keep that plan on target – that’s the secret, keeping in touch and regularly reviewing policies.

“You can reduce how much tax you pay by keeping on top of your finances and can improve performance just by tweaking investments. It’s all about peace of mind. Regular reviews take the strain out of financial concerns.”

Sapphire Wealth Consultancy (01629) 814485 / 07896 766321 Rick.wyse@sapphire-wealth.co.uk www.sapphire-wealth.co.uk

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The number of ‘likes’, followers, friends or re-tweets can provide a starting point from which to measure your digital online performance.

However, your organisation also needs to measure and report on the number of conversations, leads and closes your business is achieving as a result of your online marketing and PR efforts and which content your audience engaged with. You can do this by utilising quantitative metrics when

measuring online conversations such as: How much activity are you generating e.g. link-banks, comments, re-tweets, comments on content etc?

Which conversations result in leads, client retention and/or brand exposure?

Are your conversations reflecting the key strategic messages of your organisation, product, service or area of expertise?

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The company was established in 1986 and has assisted many hundreds of large and small organisations to establish Quality Management Systems and gain Certification from Independent, UKAS approved, 3rd Party Assessment Bodies.

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Technology In Business Page 40. Issue 17 : Derbyshire Guardian.

App Institute

By Nabeena Mali

Mobile app specialist App Institute are based in Nottingham’s Creative Quarter and are becoming leaders in the UK market for affordable mobile app technology.

Finalists in the Nottingham Post Business Awards 2014, Small Business category, App Institute have already secured a £150,000 Grant from the Nottingham Tech Grant Fund, and have provided local businesses within the Creative Quarter with £20,000 worth of free app development and continue to support local and small businesses. Our cloud based platform aims to provide small businesses with affordable mobile app solutions, and affordability really is key here. The mobile app builder is completely free to use and incredibly easy too. It’s designed to enables users without any coding knowledge or tech skills to build various business apps by using one of our pre-built or blank templates. The intuitively designed workspace allows users to drag and drop commonly used modules with pre-designed functionality onto a mobile simulator. Simply decide what you want your App to do, choose from the selection of modules you want to use, be it our form builder, m-commerce solution, gallery and more, and drag the module icon into the mobile simulator to edit. Include your branding logo, personalise your colour scheme, and within minutes users can have their own app. Alternatively for £497, use our Premium Business App services and let one of our expert app builders do all the work for you. We’ll build your app with perfect attention to detail from start to finish and submit your app to both Android’s GooglePlay and

Apple’s AppStore. Despite mobile app technology being relatively new, the growth of the mobile consumer marketing is one that is increasing exponentially. With over 72% of the UK population now owning smartphones, we recognise the importance of mobile apps and the benefits it has within small businesses. With it’s ease of functionality and the attraction from a customer loyalty point of view, allowing customers to access your business within a few swipes through an app is as important as being open for business every day of the week.

We hope our user-friendly mobile App technology can assist with the growth of small businesses and alike without the fear of expensive development costs. Restaurants, takeaways and cafe are among one of the many business types that have taken advantage of our app services. We have 45 live apps in this industry alone which has already lead to over 5,000 orders being placed and an impressive total spend of over £100,000. The average spend is £20.14 per order with the top 3 selling items being Pilau Rice, Onion Bhaji’s & Poppadoms with 8-9PM on Friday being the golden hour for ordering. Our business apps include an In-App ordering and payment system which allows customers to quickly and easily order menu items within a few swipes and clicks of their smartphone. Payment details are securely stored and customers can easily view their order history to allow quick repeat ordering for those indecisive days. Special offers, meal deals and loyalty schemes can be promoted effectively within the app via Push Notifications which have a 97% read rate compared to 4% of emails. A business app is a great

way to reach out and connect with both existing and new customers.

One easy way for businesses to encourage app downloads is by simply offering a small incentive for downloading the app and also by including exclusive app-only discounts and offers. With these two simple techniques, not only do you encourage customers to download your app, but you also retain them. London based takeaway, Royal Tandoori (www. royaltandoori-brockley.co.uk) are a positive example of this and offer a 10% discount on all in-app orders. The same can be said for any type of m-commerce app. We currently have 30 Apps that focus on m-commerce transactions, with a total spend of over £55.5K going through our apps and an average spend of £129.30 per order. The average spend is higher with mobile app transactions due to customers not having to rush, and being able to browse through products at their leisure wherever they are. 41% of smartphone owners have made a purchase from their mobile phone and by 2015, it is predicted that mobile shopping will account for £96.5billion in sales worldwide, that’s 12% of global e-commerce turnover. Data from Mobile Planet* confirms that 25-34yr olds are the highest ranking user group of mobile purchases, growing from 34% in 2011 to 49% in 2013. Even the older generation are getting on board, with the percentage of 45-54yr olds increasing 23% to 33% from 2012-2013, that’s an incredible 10% increase in one year! (*source: http://think.withgoogle. com/mobileplanet/en/) Business apps also offer an accessible platform for informational and directory services. Craft Candy (www.craftcandy.co.uk) who

have already had 1.5K Apple downloads alone, allow app users to search for events, workshops, markets and meet-up groups in their creative community.

Users can search for listings by keywords, category and distance, and then view event details, get directions, register, save pages to their favourites and share with friends via social media outlets. (*Please view www. craftcandy.co.uk/app for screen shots of the app.) Robin Lane Medical Practice who won the GP Enterprise Award for Outstanding Practice Team 2013 (http://www.

gponline.com/gp-enterpriseawards-2013-outstandingpractice-team/article/1186939) have also followed suit in the mobile app revolution. The practice’s smartphone app allows patients to book appointments, order prescriptions, send secure text messages to clinicians and set appointment reminders. In-App booking is a time saving solution for both the practice staff and their patients. How often have you tried to book an appointment to see the nurse or GP only to spend half the morning listening to a busy dial tone? Allowing in-app booking not

only reduces patient waiting time, but it also saves on employee phone time allowing phone lines to be kept free for more important calls. According to app analytics firm Flurry, which tracks app usage on a staggering 300,000 apps on over a billion active mobile devices, out of an average of 158 minutes of every day spent on smartphones and tablets, 127 minutes of that is in an app,with only 31 minutes surfing the oldschool web through a browser.

It’s official, The mobile war is over and the app has won: 80% of mobile time is spent in Apps.

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Derbyshire patients with mental health problems are getting some of the best treatment in England, according to latest figures from the Department of Health.

Derbyshire patients who are experiencing mental health problems such as depression and anxiety now have access to talking therapies and can chose from five providers. The four clinical commissioning groups (CCGs) responsible for planning and buying the county’s healthcare are all in the top 30 of more than 200 such groups nationwide for percentage of patients recovering from common mental health problems such as anxiety and depression, and having access to talking therapies. The target for 2014/15 is that at least 50 per cent of people receiving help recover. NHS North Derbyshire and Southern Derbyshire CCGs both recorded recovery rates of over 52 per cent, against a national average of 44 per cent while NHS Hardwick CCG, the CCG that leads on the mental health contracts for all four

groups; and Erewash CCG, recorded scores slightly below the 50 per cent target with scores of 49 per cent and 48 per cent respectively. All four CCGs comfortably outstripped the national average of 11 per cent for patients accessing face-toface care sessions called talking therapy. North Derbyshire and Southern Derbyshire achieved 15 per cent while Hardwick and Erewash achieved 13.5 per cent.

The target for 2014/15 is 15 per cent. A key factor in the strong Derbyshire performance has been the CCGs’ contracting of five providers of psychological therapy, which means greater choice for patients. People can access the service themselves or be referred by their GP. The organisations are as follows: Insight Healthcare – tel.

0300 555 5582; web www. insighthealthcare.org Let’s Talk Wellbeing – tel.

0115 956 0888; web www. nottinghamshirehealthcare.

nhs.uk/our-services/localservices/lets-talk- wellbeing

Steps2change – tel. 0303 123 4000; web www.steps2change. nhs.uk Talking Mental Health – tel. 0300 123 0542; www.derbyshcft.nhs. uk/tmhd Trent PTS – tel. 01332 265659; web www.trentpts.co.uk.

Derbyshire’s achievements were recognised recently when the CCGs joined other top performers to brief Health Minister Norman Lamb on their success factors.

Meanwhile, the CCGs are investing in better mental health services at Chesterfield Royal Hospital and Royal Derby Hospital for patients who are admitted with physical health problems but who are also suffering from mental health issues. The CCGs are to open a new mental health ward this month while plans are being drawn to make mental health nurses available to people calling

NHS 111. Dr Steve Lloyd, Chair of NHS Hardwick CCG, said: “Increased investment in mental health services is a top priority for Derbyshire as one in four of us will experience mental health

problems at some point in our lives. “It is good that there are more talking therapy services available but we can all improve our mental health and wellbeing by taking more exercise, getting

more sleep, drinking less alcohol and making more time to talk to friends.” General advice on mental health can be obtained by visiting www.rethink.org or www. samaritans.org.

Put your best foot forward for Marie Curie’s Walk Ten this summer Whether you’re a seasoned walker or fancy an evening stroll with family and friends in beautiful surroundings, Walk Ten at Chatsworth on 5th July is the perfect excuse to put on your walking shoes, pack a picnic and join the experience.

Walk Ten at Chatsworth is part of a series of 10k evening walks at 19 stunning locations throughout the UK this summer.

The Chatsworth event starts at 5:30pm and following the walk you’ll enjoy entertainment for the whole family including live music, entertainment and picnics.

Registration is £10 per person (children under-16 go free; on the night adult registration is £20) and everyone is asked to raise as much as possible in support of Marie Curie. All the funds raised will help Marie Curie provide more care, free of charge, to terminally ill people in their own homes.

Walk Ten participants will have exclusive access for a evening stroll through the grounds of the Chatsworth Park - which was used in the filming of the 2008 film ‘The Duchess’ and the 2005 film ‘Pride and Prejudice’ - enjoying the wonderful venue as the sun sets over its woodlands and lake.

Christine Meehan has been a local Marie Curie nurse in Derbyshire for 28 years. Christine lost her mum to breast cancer when she was just 6 years of age. “Having had the experience of losing someone close to me I felt by being a Marie Curie nurse it was my way of supporting patients and family’s when they are going through such a stressful time” “Walk Ten is a fun event that gives people the chance to enjoy a summer evening walk in beautiful

surroundings with family, friends and even the dog! I attended the Derbyshire event last year and after finishing a week of night shifts I didn’t intend to stay until the end, but I couldn’t leave and stayed all evening! The band was fantastic and the atmosphere was brilliant, it really is an event for everyone.” “My job is both rewarding and challenging, I’m there to make sure that patients get the very best care. By signing up for Walk Ten at Chatsworth and raising funds, you’ll be helping to make it possible for Marie Curie Nurses like me to provide more care to terminally ill patients, and vital emotional support to their families, at the time when they need it most.”

Register now for your Walk Ten at www.mariecurie.org.uk/walkten or for more information call 0845 052 4184. For further information, please contact: Gemma Chance, Senior Partnership Manager 07703 717301 Gemma.chance@mariecurie.org. uk

Rekah Thaker, (right) pictured with her family at Walk Ten 2013

Weight loss: NHS for Providing access to “lose a little, keep it Talking Therapies in off” approach Derbyshire Derbyshire Guardian. Issue 17: Page 43.

The National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) wants overweight people sent to slimming classes with the aim that Britain will incur a 3% total weight loss.

NICE said that even a small loss could potentially cut blood pressure, greatly reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes and even some cancers.

With two in three adults in England being classed as overweight, the “lose a little and keep it off” approach to obesity is going to have to become a rule to live by for the majority of UK citizens.

Professor Mike Kelly, the director of the centre for public health at NICE, said the guidelines were about lifelong change rather than yo-yo dieting, when the weight is piled back on after initial success.

He said that required achievable

Long gone are the days of waiting to see a therapist in a stark room.

goals: “We would like to offer an instant solution and a quick win, a much greater ambition if you like, but realistically it’s important to bear in mind this is difficult.”

“People find it difficult to do - it’s not something you can just wake up one morning and decide I’m going to lose 10 pounds, it takes resolve, it takes encouragement.”

Gill Fine, a public health nutritionist who led the team devising the guidelines, said

a sustained 3% drop in weight would alter the trajectory of ever-expanding waistlines. She commented: “If people think they’ve got to lose over a stone, they don’t lose a stone and they get disheartened and they go back up - that isn’t going to help them. “But if they can just lose a little bit, keep that weight off then that is going to give them a health benefit.”

Insight Healthcare prides itself on bringing its talking therapies services to you.

The service, that has been available in Derbyshire since 2013, seeks to provide its therapies within community based, familiar venues.

Amanda Balshaw, regional manager at Insight Healthcare comments ‘the benefits of providing therapy from these venues are vast. Often people feel a level of anxiety about seeing a therapist and by providing these sessions in familiar, non clinical community spaces then we

often find that this puts the service user more at ease.’

Insight currently provides a range of talking therapies including; counselling, CBT therapy and EMDR as well as delivering therapy over the phone or online where suitable. These therapies have been delivered in a range of community based venues including; community centres, pharmacists, village halls and even Asda!

Amanda continues ‘we find that by placing our service within these venues it reduces not only the anxiety but the stigma of attending psychological therapies. All of our therapists travel within

Derbyshire and are often able to make appointments at venues that are convenient for the service user and we find this really helps their progress.’

Insight Healthcare accepts referrals from GP’s but it is also possible to self refer to the service using an online form or calling the Derbyshire service. Anyone can access the service who lives within Derbyshire and is aged 18 or over.

For more information visit www.insighthealthcare.org or contact 0300 555 5582

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Forever Living Products

My Journey

Forever Living Products and its’ affiliates is the world’s largest grower – producer of responsibly sourced Aloe Vera – the world’s largest bee keepers, 36 years old this month with a $2.6 billion global turnover – cash rich and debt free credentials – uninterrupted growth since 1978!!

In the UK since 1993, the sales topped £50 million last year. In all booming market places – daily care – skincare – beauty – nutrition – weight management and sport, serviced by Forever’s wonderful products.

I was almost at the end of a 40 year teaching career when I was invited to look at the Forever opportunity.

11 Years ago I started my business with a box of the best selling products and my passion developed because of the benefits to myself, family and friends. I became confident to speak from experience about the benefits of the products and recommend to other people

from the heart.

The flexibility and part-time nature of the business meant that at the beginning of my journey with Forever I could find ‘pockets of time’ to build my business. Eleven years on I have developed our business here in Derbyshire, around the UK and in Southern Ireland.

I love this business for one simple reason – in order to be successful you need to help and coach others to do the same. Another positive about Forever – everyone has the same starting point – so it is genuinely an equal opportunity for all which, if you are prepared to put the work in, can enable you to achieve your goals.

So what kind of people are open to take a look at the information about the opportunity?

Graduates – pensioners - busy mums – career mums – people who have been made redundant – people fed up at work – people

who have great income but are time poor – indeed, anyone with a personal reason, Forever is a diverse company! There are many mums who found Forever because they want to work from home – mums who want a career without the cost of childcare – mums who just want to be there to attend special school days – mums who want to spend quality time with their children and build something for themselves. If this resonates with you and you’re thinking ‘me too’, do give me a call for more details.

I feel privileged to have found Forever, an amazing company – ever expanding and helping more people in over 150 countries around the world.

For more details:- Ros Dalton, Independent Distributor of Forever Living Products, Head Office, Longbridge Manor, Warwick, CV34 6RB Forever is a member of the Direct Selling Association.

Police cadets give crime prevention advice to residents in Spondon and Alvaston Police cadets have been working with officers to prevent burglaries and car crime in Alvaston and Spondon.

Safer Neighbourhoods officers were joined by the cadets on the initiative aimed at increasing home and vehicle security.

The team gave property marking kits to 47 houses on Hatfield Road and Bracknell Drive in Alvaston and also spoke to residents about crime prevention.

They also checked more than 200 cars around the streets of Spondon for valuables left on show and any unlocked doors or open windows that could offer thieves an opportunity.

Of those checked 18 were found to be insecure. The team sought out the owners of those vehicles and reminded them that they should be security conscious at all times. The initiative was carried out following a number of thefts from cars in the area.

If you would like more information on crime prevention contact your local Safer Neighbourhood team on 101 or via the website www. derbyshire.police.uk.

Cadets Helen Howl and Laura Savage (right).

Man charged with burglary and shoplifting in Derby A 31-year-old man has been arrested and charged with burglary and shoplifting in Derby.

Lee Dickinson, of no fixed abode, was arrested on Monday, May 19 and subsequently charged with burglary from a house on Kiwi Drive, Alvaston and shoplifting from Wilkinsons in Derby.

Dickinson has been remanded in custody until Monday, June 2 pending further enquiries.

Feature - Alternative Fitness

Katy Robinson is a dance and fitness specialist and choreographer.

Katy has danced since an early age and has travelled the world as a professional dancer on cruise ships.

Katy has been teaching dance from the early age of 16 and has been teaching fitness and blending the two since 2002.

She now runs her own company, Katy Robinson Fitness Fusion, where she works with women of all ages who have a passion for dance and want to improve their fitness, confidence, co-ordination and stamina, whilst having fun and learning to dance ‘On Broadway’.

She believes that every woman should have a bit of ‘me’ time each week and be able to escape into make believe for a little while and do something they love doing! Katy’s motto is ‘dance like no one is watching!’

Katy trained at Constance Grant Dance Centre in Sheffield and was taught and inspired by the late Judith Silvester.

Katy offers FREE taster sessions

for her unique ‘On Broadway’ classes - so why not come to a class and reveal your ‘inner show girl!’.

Contact Katy to find out more or book your place on a FREE

taster class by calling her on 07803906114 or email Katy at katylrobinson@hotmail.com or visit her website www. katyrobinsonfitnessfusion.co.uk

Free Taster Session Extra Dates Thurs 10th July - Nethergreen Methodist Church,89 Nether Green Road, Sheffield, S10 7.30pm - 8.30pm Sun 6th July - Dronfield Dance & Theatre Academy 10.30 11.30am Sun 13th July - Dance Unlimited, Little London Road, Sheffield S8 10.30am - 11.30am

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ARE YOU UNHAPPY WITH THE SAVINGS RATES YOU ARE BEING OFFERED? THEN THIS IS

THE OPPORTUNITY FOR YOU. You will be in a position to help people obtain a much higher rate of return on their savings than they are able to at the moment.

You will be able to discuss two products that outstrip inflation easily, one of which is totally without risk, the other one, whilst

promising higher returns, can be a little volatile. Mr. Patchett has been with the company just over a year and started off by

BY MARK SLATER

answering an advert in the paper just like this one. He retired three years ago and says that this opportunity came along at just the right time. Life on a pension was proving to be quite a challenge for him, what with escalating fuel bills coming in among other things. This opportunity has transformed his life.

His income last month exceeded £1300 which supplements his pension nicely and as you will see when you get involved this will grow as time goes by. Put as much time into it, or as little, as you wish, it’s entirely down to you. Mr. Patchett will guide you through the all-important early stages and while computer literacy is desirable it is certainly not essential.

This is quite an exclusive ‘club’ at the moment but the company is now ready to extend the invitation to join to people who are not satisfied with the financial side of their lives and who want to do something about it. You can get started right away for just over £1 per day.

So confident is Mr. Patchett that you will succeed with this company with his guidance that he will sponsor the first ten people who join for three months. After that time your income will be well underway and you will be more than selfsufficient. In addition to Mr. Patchett, the company office in Sheffield is also there to provide you with all the help and assistance you may need.

Want more cash?

Telephone Mr Patchett and you never know, this may also transform your life!

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Electric Bikes for Fun and Fitness

A fun, fresh way to exercise “All the patients and staff loved and see the sights, electric it. The bikes are all pedal assist bikes are perfect for any family. so the harder you pedal the more assistance you get, which Choose how much exercise you is great as each person got a want and how much effort you put good workout but were still using in. We promise any hill that stands less energy. They are great for in your way becomes an absolute everyone: people with arthritis, breeze. Juicy Bike is a business people with weight problems and based in the hills of Peak District, people who have not cycled for but those hills, whilst spectacular, a long time. Quite a few of our can be pretty daunting for even patients and staff have gone on the most experienced cyclist; to buy e-bikes after using ours, many people wouldn’t dream which is precisely what we want of taking a bike out around our from the scheme: a commitment local town of Buxton, which we to exercise that’s easy to keep.” think is a real shame. Electric Seeing cycling as a leisurely bikes change all that. Already activity that can be easily in many homes across the incorporated into everyday trips country, people are catching on to the shops or bike rides to work to the many benefits of e-bikes. makes it much more enticing: They’re simple, safe and easy to almost exercise in disguise. ride. With a range of around 30 Studies show that electric bike miles, they’re perfect for a long users cycle further and more family bike ride or just to use as frequently than owners of ordinary a practical way of commuting , bicycles and, whilst e-bikes are much more enjoyable than the more expensive, ultimately they car and easy to park anywhere. are a sensible money-saver, They’ve been used by doctors as what with the ever increasing fuel part of healthcare initiatives. Juicy costs we face. With the average Bike spoke to Doctor Antony car journeys at less than 5 miles, Watts regarding the success of these are distances easily tackled an electric bike scheme in place on an e-bike. Juicy Bike are proud at his medical practice.

to provide high quality, great value e-bikes, backed up by a commitment to customer support and the best service. The best way to find out if they are right for you is to try one out. You can call us today, visit our website or visit one of our stores. You can also get a Juicy Bike through Cycle to Work, just click the Cycle to Work Scheme tab on the website, and put in your details, we’ll then email the quote to you. We look forward to introducing you to the joys of electric bike

Further advice issued following reports of courier fraud in Derbyshire Police are urging Derbyshire residents to remain address to collect a credit or debit card. They now have vigilant following further reports of suspected the PIN, the card and an appetite for shopping on their bank account. “Remember, the police would not cold courier fraud. call about a suspected offence, the banks will never A victim living at a property in Derby received a phone suggest for you to hand your card to a courier and call from a man purporting to be a police officer from the banks and police would never ask for your PIN or the London area. The man stated that the victim’s credit bank card. “We have noted that recent incidents have and debit cards had been stolen and that an offender been primarily targeted at the elderly and vulnerable was in custody in relation to this. The victim was then members of society, and while they are not the only advised to pass on their card details and PIN in order victims of the crime, we would like to urge everybody for the offender to be interviewed. They were then to pass on this message to their parents, grandparents advised that a courier would later attend the address to and elderly neighbours. “By spreading the message we collect the cards. The victim subsequently handed over can aim to stamp out fraud and protect more people their bank cards to the courier who visited the address from falling victim to the crime.” Officers are urging later that day. Derbyshire officers attended the property Derbyshire residents to never give out their card and advised that all bank cards to be immediately details, PIN or bank card to anyone and to always end cancelled. The incident took place at around 3pm on any suspicious calls immediately before reporting the Sunday, May 18. In recent weeks, police have received incident. For more advice around fraud and to watch a number of reports from residents living in the Derby an example of this scam in action, visit the dedicated area relating to courier fraud, all of which follow a Stamp out Fraud webpage. If you think that you have similar scenario. Detective Inspector Rob King, Head been a victim of fraud, contact the non-emergency of the Derbyshire Constabulary Economic Crime Unit, number for Derbyshire police on 101 or Action Fraud said: “Fraudsters are finding new ways to target their on 0300 123 2040. victims and this is a particularly sophisticated fraud. Report any suspicious incidents to the police “Not only does the fraudster deceive the victim but immediately by phoning 101 or 999 if the crime is in they also arrange for someone to attend their home action.

Especially for you Especially for you is a newlyopened flower arrangements specialist.

Despite only being opened for just one month now, especially for you are already gaining brilliant feedback from many more

than satisfied customers. Visually pleasing arrangements are available to suit your own personal requirements and with anything to order, how could you resist?

Offering such a huge range of various coloured and styled fresh, fake and silk flowers whether it go into a display or an arrangement, Especially for

you can always get the job done.

Also offering extravagant Mirror, candle, martini glass and Tall glass arrangements, what more could you want?

You’ll find that especially for you certainly has the flower power to turn your special occasion into an unforgettable display of beautiful meaning.

Cancer Treatment Hair Loss Derbyshire Guardian. Issue 17: Page 47.

Hair loss (also called alopecia) is a potential side effect of chemotherapy and Not all chemotherapy causes radiation therapy. hair loss; your doctor or another member of your Hair loss may occur health care team can provide throughout the body, including more information about the head, face, arms, legs, which drugs are most likely underarms, and pubic area. to cause hair loss. When hair Hair may fall out entirely, loss does occur because of gradually, or in sections. In chemotherapy, it is usually some cases, hair will simply not immediate. Most of the become thin and sometimes time, hair begins to fall out unnoticeably it may become about two to three weeks after duller or dryer. Hair loss beginning chemotherapy and related to cancer treatment tends to increase one to two is usually temporary. In most months into treatment. cases, hair will grow back.

Chemotherapy. Radiation therapy.

Radiation therapy only affects the hair that is located within the field of radiation. For example, if you are treated with radiation therapy to the pelvis, you could lose hair in the pubic area. Hair loss depends on the dose and method of radiation treatment.

Hair typically grows back in the area of radiation therapy after several months, although it may be thinner or of a different texture. When very high doses of radiation

Hair loss as a result of chemotherapy is not inevitable.

Unfortunately it is still a common belief that chemotherapy treatment automatically means total hair loss.

In fact this is not the case! As a family business borne out of our Chairman’s wife losing her hair whilst receiving chemotherapy for breast cancer, Paxman know first-hand that this is often devastating.

Besides the initial diagnosis of cancer itself, hair loss continues to be the most traumatic and distressing psychological side effect that many cancer patients will experience. Hair loss is seen as a constant reminder of the disease and can cause negative changes in body image, decreased social activity, and altered interpersonal relationships.

These practical and emotional problems can result in a patient’s reluctance, even

refusal, to accept treatment.

Whilst hair loss is a welldocumented side effect of many chemotherapy regimens often scalp cooling treatment can help to save a patients hair.

In keeping their hair individuals are able to choose who they tell about their illness as they are able to maintain an outwardly ‘normal’ appearance whilst undergoing their chemotherapy treatment.

hospitals throughout the UK, with systems at Leicester Royal Infirmary, Royal Derby Hospital, Nottingham University Hospital and North Staffordshire Hospital.

“For me, hair loss is the only sign of being a breast cancer patient. Some of your hair will fall out. You have to be prepared for it. My key piece of advice is that you have to believe in the treatment. If you think it won’t work, chances are Patient care is at our heart and it won’t. it is our goal to ensure that everyone, no matter where in The cooler was so successful; the World, has the opportunity my hairdresser said my hair to maintain their dignity and has never been in such good normality by keeping their hair. condition. I am eternally grateful for the Paxman cooler, With over 1800 Paxman which made my cancer journey scalp cooling systems in just a little bit more bearable” use throughout the world Paxman are the preferred Ask your nurse for further scalp cooling provider of major information today. private hospitals, Healthcare at Home providers and NHS

are used to treat cancer, the hair may not grow back or it may grow back thinner in the area where radiation therapy was received.

Learning how to manage hair loss before, during, and after treatment occurs may help you better adjust to this side effect. For many people, hair loss because of cancer treatment is more than just a change in physical appearance. Losing your hair can be a psychologically and emotionally challenging experience that may affect your self-image and quality

of life. Talking about feelings related to losing your hair with a counsellor, someone with a similar experience, family member, or friend may also provide comfort. It may also be helpful to talk about potential hair loss with family and friends, especially children, before it occurs. If children know to expect changes in the physical appearance of someone they know and love, it helps reduce feelings of fear or anxiety.

After several hours of research we have come across a company called

Paxman Coolers Limited and a product designed and invented by them called the cooling cap, reading what is involved in cancer treatment and specifically “Hair Loss” this seems to be a fantastic way to improve these symptoms as well as improving your quality of life. Paxman have written a very short and brief editorial on their product below for you to read, if you have any questions regarding the treatment please get in touch with Paxman as they will be more than happy to help.

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Police issue advice to protect Derbyshire residents from ticketing fraud Police are issuing advice to protect residents in Derbyshire from becoming a victim of ticketing fraud after reports reveal that the fraud cost victims over £3.7m last year alone.

Ticket fraud can relate to flights as well as music, sporting or religious events. The crime can vary but typically, tickets are being sold to victims which either don’t exist or materialise.

Officers are urging Derbyshire sports fans not to purchase tickets from non-official sources ahead of the weekend’s football match, which sees Derby vs.

QPR at Wembley Stadium.

Detective Inspector Rob King, Head of the Derbyshire Constabulary Economic Crime Unit said: “Millions of pounds were lost last year after fraudster’s conned people into buying tickets to watch their favourite sporting events or attend popular festivals,

Number plate security event for motorists in Hilton Residents living in South Derbyshire have the chance to pick up free anti-theft number plate screws next week.

Safer South Derbyshire Partnership is joining up with local officers to offer the security screws to motorists in the Hilton area. The screws are special ‘one way’ devices which simply replace the standard screws which are fitted to number plates to prevent it from being removed by a thief.

Community Manager Chris Smith from the Partnership said: “We’re offering these simple devices to local residents to help reduce the potential of number plates being taken by offenders who may switch them onto another vehicle.

“They can then potentially commit crimes such as driving off from petrol forecourts without paying for fuel or are able to avoid speeding or parking penalties but having these fitted will make it much harder for the plates to be stolen.” Officers from the local Hilton Safer Neighbourhood Policing Team will be on hand to assist and provide further crime prevention advice to motorists.

A member of the Community Voluntary Sector (CVS) will be fitting the security screws free of charge. The number plate event will take place on Monday, June 2 between 3.30 and 6.30pm at Hilton Brook Public House car park on Eggington Road in Hilton.

To contact your local team call 101, the non-emergency number or emailsouth.neighbourhoods@ derbyshire.pnn.police.uk|.

which simply did not materialise.

“These figures may appear worrying but thankfully there are simple steps that we can all take to safely purchase tickets online and enjoy our events without becoming a victim of ticketing fraud.

“I would urge the public to remain vigilant and to only buy tickets from a venue’s box office, promoter, official agent or reputable ticket exchange website, especially in the run up to the summer months and festival seasons.

“Just remember, if it sounds too good to be true then it probably is. Purchasing a ticket from an unofficial seller, either face-toface or online, is just not worth the risk.”

Tony Neate, Chief Executive of getsafeonline.org added: “Criminals have a captured market of fans that will do anything to get a ticket, which makes festivals and concerts a prime target for fraud.

“It’s incredibly frustrating for many festival goers, especially if they’ve waited months for the event. Get Safe Online is concerned to see such a high proportion of these figures relating to online fraud.”

The Association of Chief Police Officers (ACPO) has launched a focus week on ticketing fraud.

This will run from Thursday, May 15 to Thursday, May 22.

Derbyshire detectives are raising awareness of the scam as part of the week-long Stamp out Fraud drive to protect residents from falling victim to the crime, which runs from Monday, May 19 to Saturday, May 24.

If you think that you may have been a victim of ticket fraud report it to Action Fraud on 0300 123 2040 or visit http://www. actionfraud.police.uk.

For more information about protecting yourself online visit the Stamp out Fraud website, Get Safe Online at www. getsafeonline.org.

Emergency Services Day to take place at Buxton’s Pavilion Gardens Residents are invited to attend the upcoming Emergency Services Display Day to gain an insight into the work of the police, ambulance and fire and rescue services.

Officers from the Buxton and Fairfield Safer Neighbourhood Team will be showcasing how police help to keep the communities safe during the free event on Sunday, June 8.

The policing team will be hosting a stall at the Pavilion Gardens Promenade in Buxton and will be chatting to passes by about the steps that they can take to protect themselves and their property from criminals.

The officers will be giving visitors a closer look behind the scenes to see what operations and initiatives they have been involved in to help keep the local neighbourhoods safe.

This includes Operation Jericho which focuses on tackling speeding and nuisance drivers on roads in Buxton and surrounding areas.

The 17th Emergency Services Display Day also showcases the other organisations that work with emergency services in the Peak District and High Peak, including mountain rescue, cave rescue, the Search and Rescue Dogs Associations, the air ambulance, Community First Responders, Red Cross Fire and Emergency Support, Neighbourhood Watch and

many more.

There will be static displays by each of the emergency services where you can ask questions, pick up information, tips and advice, or take a look at their specialist

equipment and vehicles.

Throughout the day there will be arena displays, with a simulated road traffic accident, and a fire call.

Children attending the event will

have the opportunity to try out a mock cave, climb on board a fire engine and also explore the Smoke House tent.

The free Emergency Services Day takes place at Buxton’s

Pavilion Gardens from 10.30am to 4.15pm on Sunday, June 8.

To speak to your local Safer Neighbourhood Team call 101, the non-emergency number for Derbyshire police

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Don’t Move Improve

For a beautiful new kitchen . . . just change the doors

Many people believe they need to replace their entire kitchen in order to achieve something beautiful, which can be a very disruptive and long-winded process. Instead, why not consider a kitchen makeover.

There are many benefits to refacing instead of replacing.

A Dream Doors kitchen makeover will save you up to 40% on the cost of a full replacement kitchen.

And that’s not all you’ll save.

Makeovers will save you time.

A Dream Doors makeover will typically take just 1 or 2 days to install. And that’s it! Replacement kitchen doors and new drawer fronts can be fitted in just one day. Add new worktops, taps, a sink, some appliances, and in an extra day your transformation is complete. You’ll be amazed and

delighted by the quality of your new kitchen and wonder why you even considered ripping out the whole thing; and with made-tomeasure doors fitted onto your existing units, you don’t even need to empty your cupboards.

If you want three different colours and six different door sizes, or if you want to add top-brand appliances and nifty storage devices while keeping your work surfaces in place, it really is no problem. The options are virtually limitless. Dream Doors genuinely is a one-stop-shop for all your kitchen makeover needs.

Since 1999, Dream Doors has grown into a network of over 54 kitchen showrooms across the UK, and there’s a brand new one about to open in Derby. The allnew Dream Doors Derby service is already operational, visiting

homes across Derbyshire with a wide range of door samples and providing top quality products, advice and services. Why choose Dream Doors for your new kitchen makeover? According to Steve, the man behind the new Dream Doors Derby service: “It’s all about ideas. We aren’t just here to bring your dream kitchen to life, we’re here to help build that dream in the first place. From our extensive range of doors, soft-close hinges and smoothglide drawers to our wide choice of worktops, accessories and appliances, we’ll help to shape your dream kitchen . . . and then bring it to life.”

For your FREE survey and noobligation quotation call Steve on 01332 897823 View www.dreamdoors.co.uk.

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STAFFORDSHIRE HOUSEHUNTERS FLOCK TO DOVES KEEP Miller Homes Midlands has now opened the doors at its brand new sales centre in Staffordshire and the development is already proving popular with househunters.

The award-winning house builder is inviting buyers to visit its new Doves Keep site on Burton Road in Tutbury and take a look at the plans for 47 new three, four and fivebedroom homes. Buyers have already been taking advantage of the chance to reserve off-plan and have a hand in shaping their dream house Pat Kimber, sales manager at Miller Homes Midlands, explains why the development is already proving to be a hit with buyers: “Tutbury is a fantastic village surrounded by miles of open countryside yet close to Burton on

Trent and Derby city centre, giving buyers the best of both worlds. “Doves Keep is a desirable development of beautiful homes and househunters are keen to get their hands on one of our new properties here.” Pat went on to say that there are some great benefits to reserving early: “It gives buyers the opportunity to work alongside us throughout the building process and help make decisions about interior finishes. “From selecting the ideal plot from the plans, to watching their new home being built and choosing those final touches, this development is offering the buyer a ‘hands on’ experience.”

Amongst the first properties to be released for sale is the five-bedroom London, which boasts a host of luxury features including an impressive living space,

complete with a fabulous dining kitchen area. Five double bedrooms, a dressing room and ensuite area to the master bedroom, make this an impressive family home. Also available will be the three-bedroom Pushkin style property, which offers a spacious dining area with French doors leading to the garden and an ensuite to the main bedroom.

Prices at Doves Keep start at £194,950 and there are a range of flexible purchase options available on properties there, including Help to Buy and Part Exchange. For more information on Doves Keep call 0808 274 0709 or visit www.millerhomes.co.uk. For more details and to view the plans, visit the sales centre open Thursday to Monday between 10am and 5pm.

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This Months Car Reviews

By Syd Taylor.

attaching an aura of swanlike grace to this most utilitarian vehicle? Just as the serene appearance of the swan belies the efforts below the waterline, so the manifest mechanical heft suggests an incorporeal evocation of majesty. Let us not forget that our Sovereign Lady has a

soft spot for a Defender’s unquestionable charms.

And yet - is that the chink of workmanlike chains? The growl of the new 120bhp 2.2 4 cylinder diesel with its single-mass flywheel and built in indestructability?

Under the bonnet everything has moved and been re-engineered - and sound deadening has been improved also.

With the range starting at just over £21,000 and the higher specified test car costing just over £30,000, Defenders are expensive but we’re talking of a national treasure and maybe the last opportunity to buy one. Wherever you go in one you’re not far from utilities deep furrowed brow - and that is what makes the Defender 90 a true son of the soil. Forever a box of tools and never a box of tricks, it blazes a trail in pursuit of those values that are quintessentially ‘countrywise’.

As a driver you’re taken back to a golden age of non existent ergonomics and ‘chunkiness’ of controls with a big gearstick and big

steering wheel. It’s quite simply robust and only lacks a starting handle.

Passengers (It has just four seats including the driver) love the ‘strong as an ox’ sense of security and (Yes - it had to happen!) there’s now enough comfort, like heated seats and air conditioning, for all but the dyed-in-thewool Marie Antoinettes.

But this big hearted, red blooded machine comes with classless status. Now reasonably quiet on the highway at speed - thanks partly to improvements in the six speed gearbox (there’s low range, of course for off-roading and towing) and the better engine - and you can cruise all day at near maximum speed of 90 mph ‘ish and feel quite relaxed. Handling on-road is interesting. You fly straight and true once you’ve learned to relax at the helm but manoeuvring one of these at low speed needs a bit of muscle - and with a turning circle that makes turning a super tanker look as if it’s a taxi, you must accept that tight

corners and parking bays require a steering wheel shuffle the likes if which you won’t have experienced since you tried to park your Dad’s Stanley Steamer. Offroad, it’s second only to a mountain goat and will take you to places you’ve never dreamed of. Tractors might beat it in the mud - but only just. And as for towing you could probably tow the said super tanker.

Isambard Kingdom Brunel levels of engineering guarantee indestructibility so you feel well protected and ‘ordinary’ motorists defer and keep a respectful distance from ‘two tons and a solid chassis’. Sadly, now that the lunatics have taken over the asylum and set silly rules that are harder and harder to meet, it’s days are numbered and it will become one of motorings greatest casualties. By the Lord Harry! It’s slow and a bit noisy, but it has real character and is as sanguine as a pair of hobnailed red satin slippers.

incompetents or cowboys, Fords magic ‘Key Safe’ lets you programme in speed restrictions. As an exNASA astronaut I awarded myself the priviledge of exploring the envelope.

All I can say is ‘Kapow!’

And I can attest from the reactions of my passenger that there is never any alarm attached to the alacrity.

Yes - its springing isn’t as soggy as an old settee but its firmness is neatly tailored to fully supportive functions. Sir or madam,

your fillings are safe. And I mean that in more than one sense, for seldom has a car of such sporting potential achieved such invigorating economy at the pumps. At nearly 48mpg combined (Not if you drive it like it begs to be driven though!) you won’t be out of pocket with this rocket. ‘Coo!’ said Doreen, my passenger ‘This car’s nippier than you might think.’ To which I replied ‘What do you think it is - a lobster? ‘Why do you say that? This car is bright red.’

‘I speak in jest’ I retorted as I turned the wheel, relishing the responsiveness and smoothness of progress.

You can trust Ford to come up with a party piece at just the right time and at what is surely a bargain price of £17,995. My advice to all who can is to get your pleasure motoring done now while it’s still just possible. Too often hedonism gets a bad press but the road ahead is never brighter than when at the wheel of a hot Ford.

Don’t forget: the mindset

of mediaeval Europe was generally a morbid one. I say this. ‘Why extend it to the twenty first century?’

Banish gloom and let’s have a Fiesta! Listen to what Dante had to say about such matters. ‘Midway upon the journey of our life I found myself within a forest dark, For the straightforward path had been lost...’ That, of course, was before he had acquired a Fiesta ST. Afterwards he was naturally as pleased as punch. (That’s the way to do it!).

Land Rover Defender 90. 2.2 D XS Station Wagon 3door ‘Hard as hurdle arms’ as the poet Hopkins wrote, the Land Rover Defender 90 lives on. Its genetic lineage stretches back sixty five years to the days when Biggles ruled the skies, AA patrolmen saluted you and chariots of iron forged in the fiery furnaces of our industrial heartland throbbed through Olde Albion.

There is something deeply brilliant about the Defender: a piece of living history instead of a recycled coke can. Flawed, yet adored, it is the epitome of no-nonsense rugged motoring: an institution with traditional virtues that has attained iconic status on the basis of iconoclastic design born out of the soil of our sceptred isle. In what else could you cross the shifting sands of the Sahara, straddle boggy

terrain with aplomb and look completely at home in Park Lane? And so - when I was in Stratford-On-Avon I wondered if this yeoman vehicle of stalwart qualities was the metallic and rubber counterpart to the doughty heroes the ‘Bard of Avon’ wrote about so unforgettably. Am I alone in

Ford Fiesta ST-2.

The only way to introduce the new Fiesta ST-2 is to blast a Tijuana fanfare from the massed brass of the best brass bands. It’s a true inspirational carnival of a car that lives up to the carefree jollity of its name while strewing motoring satisfaction like manna on the highways and byways of motoring Britain.

If I’m beating the drum it’s because my heart is beating with excitement.

I’ve just been shedding the years, losing my cares and breezing along, singing a song, full of Fiesta spirit.

‘Oh to be in England’ I declaim now that the Fiesta ST-2 is here. But just in case you think I’ve lost my marbles I hasten to point out that this is no ordinary Fiesta. ( Though even the standard model of this make rides high in the acclaim of the motoring press ). The ‘ST’ stands for... well does it really matter? Let’s just

call it St. Fiesta because this canonised little cannon of a pocket rocket is the nearest you can get to a saintly driving experience with a modern hot hatch - and St. Fiesta certainly answers the prayers of motoring aficionados who want to pep up the experience of taking to the roads before the last pleasures are denied us. In plain terms, here is a hot hatch that has its rivals in this fiercely contested market niche shivering in apprehension. It’s that good it’s hard to see where it can be bettered. And because it’s a Ford you can afford to depend on it. That’s what a long standing reputation does for you. Buy a Ford and you know that it’s going to be as dependable as a rock and as stylish as a twinkling sapphire: a gemstone in short. With the new 1.6 EcoBoost 182PS engine it goes like stink all the way to near 140mph. Should the car have to be lent to

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Vehicle lock-outs on the decrease

A surprising 26% of drivers lose their car keys at some point according to a recent survey. Let’s be honest, it’s easily done.

They could fall out of your pocket, you could put them down at the till point when you’re out shopping and forget to pick them up, or you could put them in the ‘safe place’ and forget where that is!

Have you ever stopped to think of the impact losing your vehicle keys would have on your day to day life? How would you get to work? How would you pick the kids up from school? How would you get your weekly food shop home?

If the worst happened and you did lose your vehicle keys, would you have a spare key? It’s always better to keep a spare in a safe memorable place so that it’s easy to find if you ever need it.

If you haven’t got a spare, or have lost your car keys the best way to purchase a replacement is to contact 3D Autokeys. Unlike the car dealerships, we are a fully mobile service and can come to your vehicle anywhere within a 40 mile radius of Nottingham city centre, so you won’t incur expensive towing costs. 90% of the time we are cheaper than

the dealerships and the quote VAT. you receive from us is the price Call 3D Autokeys for your quote you pay. All of our quotes include today 0115 952 2772. parts, labour programming and

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It all started for Derby at home on the 4th August last year.

Tying with Blackburn, it was definitely not Derby’s most impressive match, with Manager Nigel Clough commenting: “We did not intend to sit back, it is just that Blackburn played very well on the day. We had enough chances in the second half to get the second goal but overall a draw was probably fair.”

“Johnny Russell was lively, he had a chance in the second half as well. We are pleased with him. It was nice for us to score a penalty because I think we have missed our last six.”

Derby County then claimed their first win of the Championship season against Brighton, with two goals from striker Chris Martin, Derby were back in the game.

With 25 wins, 10 draws and 11 losses thereafter, Derby were flying through the championship, earning 85 points and putting them third behind Burnley and Leicester City.

Derby County striker Johnny Russell admitted that reaching the Championship play-off final and challenging for promotion has come sooner than expected.

Russell, 24, said he was lured to Derby from Scottish side Dundee United by the club’s Pre-

mier League ambitions.

“I didn’t think for a second it would be in my first season,” said Russell.

Russell continued: “When I signed, that was one of the main things we spoke about - we wanted to be pushing into the play-offs.

“We’ve worked hard to get there and there is no way we are going to be giving it up without a fight.”

Since former Rams boss Nigel Clough signed Russell for about £750,000, the Scot has scored nine goals in 42 Rams appearances.

Russell played a part in Derby’s third against Brighton on Sunday with George Thorne volleying home after the Seagulls’ defence failed to clear the striker’s initial threat The Rams, who led 2-1 after the first leg, extended their advantage before half-time with Will Hughes flicking in a Jamie Ward cross.

Chris Martin, Thorne and Jeff Hendrick completed the convincing victory before Kazenga Lua Lua netted a late consolation for the visitors.

Derby defender Richard Keogh said carrying momentum from the emphatic semi-final to Wembley was very important indeed for Derby.

“To win that way was fantastic

– it’s such a shame we couldn’t just keep that going and finish the job off,” he said.

“We’ve had a fantastic season, played some great stuff, scored a lot of goals and played entertaining football, and that is what our mentality has and always will be.” As we all know, Queens Park Rangers clinched promotion to the Premier League in the most dramatic style as they beat Derby County 1-0 in the Championship play-off final thanks to Bobby Zamora’s 90th-minute winner, despite being reduced to 10 men after an hour. On a tense afternoon at Wembley, QPR had to withstand a Derby onslaught in the second half after Gary O’Neil’s straight red card for a foul on Johnny Russell.

But Zamora, who hit a play-off winner for West Ham in 2005, pounced in the final minute to dash Derby’s dreams and secure a return to the top flight for QPR just a year after being relegated.

It meant a sad return to Wembley for Rams boss Steve McClaren, back at the scene of his lowest moment in football when he sheltered under an umbrella as his England side crumbled against Croatia in 2007 to miss out on qualification for the following year’s European Championship.

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Mel Morris becomes a new owner and a Director at Derby County Football Club with immediate effect.

I am delighted to be joining Derby County as a Director and am looking forward to what is an exciting future.” Mel Morris Derby County Football Club are pleased to announce that wellknown local businessman Mel Morris has become a new owner and a Director at the Club with immediate effect. Morris, who is 58, was born in Derby and has lived in the area for most of his life. He was previously a Director at the Club during 2006 and 2007. Morris, regarded by many as Derby’s most successful businessman, has taken up a significant minority shareholding within the Club and joins as a co-lead investor. Morris is also a shareholder in, and nonexecutive chairman of, King Digital Entertainment Plc, the publicly quoted company behind the range of highly successful smartphone and mobile games including Candy Crush Saga, Farm Heroes Saga and Papa Pear Saga, with more than 350 million monthly users. He was also behind the 1998 launch of

the dating website uDate and the internet security company Prevx.

Morris, having been in regular contact with Derby’s Board of Directors during the course of this season, has been delighted with the direction and progress of the Club over the past several years. In his discussions, he has revealed a considerable eagerness to be part of the Club’s drive towards the Premier League. With Derby already in a strong financial position under the current Ownership Group, Morris will join the board to invest in and support the Club’s promotion ambitions moving forwards.

He has been impressed with the running of the Club by the Rams’ senior executive team and management staff, and has also taken a particularly keen interest in the Academy, Scouting & Recruitment areas within the Club. Morris said: “I am delighted to be joining Derby County as a Director and am looking forward to what is an exciting future.

The last 12 months has seen this Club make considerable strides in the right direction. From

the outside looking in, I have been very impressed with the professionalism and humility at all levels. To have been within a whisker of making the Premier League shows how well the team, under the exciting and capable guidance of Steve McClaren and his coaching staff, performed on the pitch this season. It is evident to me that Derby County is a very well-run operation and I hope, by coming on board, I can further strengthen the incredibly positive position that the Club enjoys both on and off the pitch.” Morris continued: “As I said a few weeks ago publicly, the atmosphere at the iPro Stadium against Brighton & Hove Albion in the Play-Off Semi Finals was simply electric. I think that was the best game I’ve seen since the Club moved from the Baseball Ground for excitement and the style of play, and I am sure there’s more to come next season. While Wembley was a disappointing outcome for us all, I am confident that everyone will learn from this experience and be much better for it in the fullness of time.” Derby County’s President

& Chief Executive Sam Rush said: “We are extremely pleased to welcome Mel to the Club as a significant investor and as a Director. He is a highly respected local businessman who is well known across Derby and his arrival is a great opportunity to help drive the Club forwards towards the Premier League.”

Derby County Chairman Andy Appleby commented: “Mel’s appointment confirms our ambitious plans to accelerate our efforts to move Derby County forward. The current owners came together in 2007 with a desire for Derby to become an established Premier League club. We have been challenged in many ways but have persevered because we believe in Derby County Football Club – in its legacy – and in its supporters from around the world.

As a supportive and motivated ownership group, we understand the importance of not resting on what has been achieved both on and off the pitch this season. Our sincere desire to return Derby County to the top flight.” Like Leicester City Have.