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This week.. 4. Drinking hot tea 6. Loneliness Awareness Week 8. Project takeoff 12. Bristol Mum raises awareness 15. All having more IVF 16. One step at a time 18. Veggie picnic loaf 25. 5 easy home improvements 28. MP Luke Hall 32. Connect Pots 38. Whats on at the cinema 41. How to confront a friend 44. Supporters top block-book 46. Next 3 months And much more inside this week! @directlocal

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Does drinking hot tea in summer really cool you down?

I remember as a child, on the rare warm days that we used to get in Britain, my grandmother telling me to “have a cup of black tea … it will help cool you down”. As a seven-year-old, this seemed like a crazy idea, especially when all I wanted was a cold lemonade and another ice cream. But it appears that this old wives’ tale may actually be more Stephen Hawking than Stephen King. The idea of drinking hot drinks in warm weather goes back hundreds of years. Tea, or “chai” is one of the most popular drinks in India, and many of the leading consumers of tea per capita are in tropical or desert regions. Recently, evidence has begun to emerge that drinking hot drinks may really help to cool you down, too. In 2012, the first of a series of papers to see if drinking a warm drink can actually lower the amount of heat stored by the body compared to a cold drink. In this first study, volunteers were asked to cycle at a relatively low intensity for 75 minutes in around 24°C heat, 23% relative humidity, while consuming water at either 1.5˚C, 10˚C, 37˚C or 50˚C. The change in core temperature was slightly greater when 50˚C water was ingested compared to 1.5˚C and 10˚C water. However, when the authors considered the effect of drink temperature on body heat storage, which is a better indicator of total body temperature, the results were very different. Following the ingestion of the warm drink, overall body heat storage was actually lower following exercise than with cooler drinks.

The sweat factor

An explanation for these findings appears to be related to how sweating may be influenced by drink temperature. Sweating, and more importantly the evaporation of this sweat, is one of the key avenues for modulating body temperature and maintaining heat balance. Due to the increased heat load from drinking a warm drink, there is a compensatory increase in overall sweat output, which outweighs the internal heat gain from the warm drink. Consistently, a 50˚C drink results in a higher whole body sweat loss (around 570ml vs about 465ml for 1.5˚C). In practical terms, this means that more sweat is produced which is evaporated from the skin surface, increasing heat loss from evaporation and reducing body heat storage. Importantly, however, this study was conducted under conditions that allowed complete evaporation of sweat – in other words dripping sweat was limited by maintaining a good airflow and keeping humidity low. The results would likely be different in conditions where sweat evaporation is limited, such as in hot and humid conditions. In fact, drinking cold drinks may be more favourable in these circumstances, minimising inefficient sweat losses – dripping sweat – and consequently aiding an individual’s hydration status.

Mouth or stomach?

In a third study conducted in a lab, the team asked people to consume either 37˚C fluid or In a second study, the aimed was to estabice during exercise. In agreement with their lish the effect of drink temperature on local previous work, they showed that there was sweat rate, and to determine the location of a reduction in heat loss following ice ingesthermoreceptors that may influence sweating. tion compared to fluid at 37˚C, as a result They demonstrated that with differing drink of reduced sweat evaporation from the skin temperatures, colder drinks (1.5˚C) resulted surface. in reductions in local sweat rate compared to when warm drinks were ingested (50˚C), This has implications for endurance perdespite identical changes in core and skin formance in the heat. In essence, where temperature. changes in body temperature are known to influence performance, ice ingestion could Interestingly, however, differences in the result in an increase in body heat, negatively sweat response were found when fluid was influencing endurance capability. The ingeseither swilled around the mouth or delivered tion of an iced drink prior to exercise and in directly to the stomach via a nasogastric tube. hot and humid environments, however, should The data showed that only when cold drinks be beneficial. were delivered directly to the stomach did they result in reduced local sweat rate. This So, depending on your environmental data indicates that the sensors responsible for conditions, maybe reaching for that cup of tea influencing the sweat response, and therefore isn’t such a crazy idea after all. Plus the moral regulation of body temperature, reside of the story: listen to your grandmother’s adsomewhere in the abdominal cavity. vice – it’s based on years of experience. 5

Loneliness Awareness week 2021 Loneliness Awareness week 2021: Direct2Florist tackle with the ‘power-of-flower’ in support of The Marmalade Trust This week in Shirehampton courtesy of Beaus Bouquets keep your eyes peeled for flowers left for you to find and share with a friend, loved one or member of the community, to help spread joy & happiness. June 14th, 2021, marks the start of the 5th annual Loneliness Awareness Week. Hosted by Marmalade Trust, the week was designed to encourage people to see loneliness as a blank canvas on which they can paint new friend and experiences. Direct2Florist, and its network if over 800 local florists nationwide, are making the week by using the power of flower to spread a message of giving and connection. When asked about the power of giving flowers, Wendy Rea from D@F explained that “Having been on the front line of flower deliveries this last 12 months, we here at Direct2Florist have seen the joy that flowers can bring, especially when someone cannot be there to express their thoughts and love in person. “It has become very apparent that flowers really do sat we are thinking of you.” 6

During the week, florists across the country will be leaving a fresh bunch of posies in public locations for members of the community to find. The message behind this is simple: spread joy and brighten an unsuspecting person’s day with flowers. On each of the bunch of flowers there will be a short message of goodwill. Alongside this, the ambition is for finders of the flowers to pass these on to other unsuspecting ndividuals to continue the chain of giving. Wendy Rea goes on to explain why this has become a passionate project: “Delivery drivers often comment on the recipient’s reaction. Especially the elderly and people who are alone. “We wanted to do a little something during Loneliness Awareness week that highlighted how lovely it is to be thought about by sending flowers to people that would really apricate them. It really means a lot to us. “We may be getting round to some sort of normality but there are still people out there with no one to talk to or be with and we want to raise the awareness not just by sending flowers but by perhaps just saying hello.” So, during the week look out for those flowers and brighten up someone else’s day too.

BRISTOL INTERNATIONAL BALLOON FIESTA 2021

The owners have taken the decision to change their plans of holding Bristol International Balloon Fiesta at Ashton Court Estate in 2021, instead they are planning ‘Fiesta Fortnight’ with flypasts and ballooning spectaculars for the city this August. Due to the continued uncertainty regarding organising large scale events within HM Government’s roadmap out of Covid-19 lockdown, they said it will not be possible to stage the Bristol International Balloon Fiesta at Ashton Court Estate this year. They understand this will be a disappointment to the visitors, as well as the various businesses and organisations across the city and region that benefit from the significant economic impact of the event taking place.

It really is not a decision that they have taken lightly. They have considered a number of alternatives to deliver the fiesta using the various measures currently being trialled by public events, however, these significantly change the ethos and accessibility which is at the heart of the fiesta. Without any certainty that we will be able to stage the event with no limits on capacity in August, it means a huge financial gamble of a seven-figure sum. However, they said: “We are determined to continue to put a show on for the city and we will deliver a number of launches across the city and region during the first two weeks of August”. These events will be designed for members of the public to enjoy at a distance, from the safety of their own homes and communities. They will announce further details over the coming weeks, however, if you would like to to nominate the locations you would like to see balloons launch from by visiting this link – https://forms.office.com/r/nUp8QzfPVP 7

Foundation Launches 'Project Take Off' Basketball Development Programme Bristol Sport Foundation are proud to announce the newest addition to our Bristol Flyers Basketball community programme. The programme, called 'Project Take-off' aims to tackle inactivity and health inequalities in disadvantaged wards across the City of Bristol and West of England by supporting children from low-income families to start a lifelong enjoyment of basketball by creating a fun and inclusive first experience and by removing barriers to participation.

4. Finally, we support participants to help them join regular club sessions and/or starting on the performance pathway The programme will be funded, very generously, by our Nascence partner Coyne & Associates who are a Bristol based recruitment company. We are very grateful to Coyne & Associates for their continued support, especially in these most challenging of times. Steve Coyne, Managing Director at Coyne & Associates, said: "I was really keen to ensure we could impact as wide an audience as possible over a sustained period of time. Sport provides for both formal and informal education. It has the potential to improve lives, help with the means to escape deprivation and intensify educational achievement. It is undoubtedly a multifaceted force for change and has far-reaching and multiple influences.

Split into four phases, the programme will take people on a journey from their first experience through to regular club sessions, by… “It is generally accepted that concentrations of poverty in areas of multiple deprivation 1. Offering basketball sessions to targeted impacts upon education. Education through primary schools to create opportunities for sport interventions are proven to bolster children to experience our sport, many for the educational capability, confidence, mental first time health and other learning skills that help not just education levels but working and social 2. Working with schools to identify children lives. Its therefore great to be part of “Project who have shown a keen interest in the sport Take Off”.” and who would benefit from support and bursaries to attend our weekly development BSF’s Head of Programmes, Tom Monks, hubs and basketball centre, teaching the said: “Project Take Off, through Coyne & children the skills and competencies they Associates generosity, will ensure that the need to play a full basketball game most disadvantaged children in Bristol, whose physical activity levels have been affected the 3. We will further their enjoyment by inviting most by COVID-19, have a fun and inspirthem to our holiday camps where they can ing opportunity to play basketball with their apply their skills to gameplay in a fun friends. environment 8

“The progressive programme is designed to engage whole classes in basketball PE lessons, through the passionate and knowledgeable coaching delivered by our Flyers Community basketball coaches, whilst providing a clear participation and performance pathway for the children who fall in love with the sport and want to keep progressing.” Rob Webber, Head of Operations at Bristol Sport Foundation, said: “Project Take Off was created to highlight opportunities for children and young people living in high deprivation wards of Greater Bristol to start their journey towards a lifelong enjoyment of basketball. By combining our current programmes and initiatives and offering targeted bursaries and support we want to help remove financial barriers that are preventing people getting involved in our wonderful sport. “We couldn’t offer all of this for free without the support of great people and we are so grateful to Steve and the guys at Coyne & Associates for their continued support and advocacy of this initiative. Together we can help your Basketball journey ‘Take Off’.

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Dishy Dads: 1 in 4 Women Fancy their Fathers-in-Law In May 2021, the UK-based greeting cards company surveyed 2,419 married and coupled-up UK adults to find out just how many people have secret crushes on their in-laws! The study found that: • • •

More than 1 in 4 women in the UK (27.5%) are attracted to their Father-inLaw 1 in 5 (20%) have flirted with them 1 in 9 women (11%) are in love with their Father-in-Law

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Over 1 in 20 (5%) have kissed their husband or partner’s Dad And 1 in every 140 (0.71%) have had sex with their Father-in-Law

So, from Dad Bods to Yummy Mummys and everything in between, it’s quite clear that a large proportion of us Brits are harbouring serious secret crushes on our in-laws. But who’s the most desirable? Dishy Dads or Moreish Mums? To find out, Scribbler also took a sneak peak at Google search data over the last 12 months to discover more about the UK’s secret motherly fetishes and fatherly fantasies. Their analysis found that thousands of saucy search terms related are Googled every day in the UK, including more than a search every single hour indicating someone looking for some, ahem, adult material with a parental twist!

But why are so many people attracted to older men and women? To find out, we asked Sex & Relationship Advisor, Katie Lasson from the adult sex toy and designer lingerie company Peaches and Screams if she could shed some light on the matter; “When it comes to relationships with a big age gap, each of the partners’ hopes for something – one may want to become a popular person, the other dreams of money” says Katie. “Behind this union unknowingly lies an unresolved relationship with parents, as well as a possibly painful experience of previous relationships. “Probably, the youngest partner once experienced a serious disappointment in a relationship with a peer, so they might think it is better to choose an older partner. It is clear that an older person is more stable, but the coin has two sides. You can’t get everything at once. A 40-50-year-old spouse is indeed more stable, but you can’t have fun with him as often as you possibly could with your peer. When people understand how their daily relationships actually develop, frustration can arise.”

Bristol Mum Raising Awareness for Aperts Awareness Month Bristol Mum Raising Awareness for Apert Awareness Month Kaddy Thomas, founder of Elijah’s Hope, is keen to raise awareness of Apert syndrome over the next month during the worldwide awareness campaign. Apert syndrome is a genetic disorder characterised by skeletal abnormalities. A key feature of Apert syndrome is the premature closure of the bones of the skull (craniosynostosis). This early fusion prevents the skull from growing normally, and affects the shape of the head and face. Kaddy explains more, “I was born with Apert syndrome, as was my 14-year-old son, Elijah. My own experience of this genetic condition is probably more typical of what life with Apert is like, but Elijah’s experience has been more complicated due to a brain injury sustained following surgery when Elijah was 18 months old.

Elijah now needs 24-hour support from a large team of healthcare professionals due to his complex care needs. The media insists on using the term ‘Broken Doll’ to describe Apert and it’s a term that I dislike because it suggests we’re damaged in some way. People often treat us as such. I wonder how many other families are going through similar experiences or who are struggling with a different aspect of life with Apert, including preparing for surgeries or making their way in a world that tells us conventional beauty is everything.” Elijah’s Hope was born out of Kaddy’s lived experience. She now supports children, young people and families affected by Apert syndrome via an online community, blog, social media, resources and signposting to available services. If you need any support or further information about Apert, please do contact Kaddy via: https://www.elijahshopeforapert.org/

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SINGLE WOMEN, LESBIAN COUPLES AND OVER 40s ALL HAVING MORE IVF A report just published by the Human Fertilisation and Embryology Authority (HFEA) revealing a tripling of birth rates for IVF babies in the past 30 years and a huge increase in the number of single women, lesbian couples and women over 40 having more IVF, has been welcomed by a leading Bristol-based fertility expert. Dr Valentine Akande, who leads the team at Bristol Centre for Reproductive Medicine (BCRM), said: “It is so important for people facing potential hurdles in their quest to start a family to be aware of the opportunities now available to them. “In particular we are pleased to see the HFEA shine the spotlight on how modern fertility treatment now enables more patients with different partner types to have genetically linked families, and that the use of donor eggs and sperm has increased. “I think most people realise their chances of having a baby using IVF have increased, and the good news for would-be parents in the South West is that at BCRM we actually surpass the UK’s quoted success rate. “Our pregnancy rates per treatment cycle for women under the age of 35 years for the year 2019 was 47% compared to the national average of 39%, and our live birth rate per embryo transferred was 34% compared to a national average of 31% for women under the age of 38 years.”

In celebration of the HFEA’s 30th anniversary this year, this special version of their annual report not only analyses data from all fertility treatment across the UK it also focuses on the overall progress of fertility treatment since 1991. Dr Akande said: “The world of fertility has come on leaps and bounds in recent years. “For example, four times as many same-sex couples are having babies through IVF than two decades ago, and the number of single women having IVF babies has doubled. “The report also highlights the increased use of frozen embryo transfers – a procedure for which BCRM is among the leaders in the field, that means women can have return visits to us for more IVF babies without having to undergo egg collection each time. “Our team have done some ground-breaking work in this area, and it’s so good to see how much easier it makes life for the families who come to us for help.” BCRM supports private and NHS patients from across the South West and Wales, offering the full range of fertility treatments. More details here: https://www.fertilitybristol. com/

On behalf of Bristol’s Local Engagement Board, city leaders have come together to share a message of caution as the city remains in Step 3 of the government’s COVID-19 roadmap. Amid rising infection rates and an increased presence of the Delta variant (the variant first identified in India) across the country, the government has announced a four week delay to the further easing of national restrictions. On Monday 17 May, it was announced that the country was moving into Step 3 of the roadmap. This guidance will now remain in place until the next review, scheduled for Monday 19 July. Mayor of Bristol, Marvin Rees said: “I know this will be disappointing news for many of you after such a challenging past eighteen months. “I’m particularly conscious of the ongoing effect of current restrictions on our night-time and hospitality industries, and echo the concerns expressed by the Night Time Industries Association about the impact on the sector. Many of our venues have spent the last two months rebuilding from the ground up to prepare for reopening, and many people will feel anxious as a result of this postponement, including the approximately 32,000 people in jobs related to night-time cultural and leisure activities in Bristol. I want to reassure you that we continue to push calls for ongoing support for individuals and businesses while public health restrictions remain in place. 16

“However, the final step of the government’s roadmap is being delayed for a reason. Our infection rate in Bristol is rising sharply, as in other areas of the country. We have not met the four scientific tests to allow us to safely ease restrictions further. “Please be vigilant, to help us bring down infection rates and protect Bristol, so that restrictions can be eased in July. Do come forward for your vaccination if you are eligible, make full use of Bristol’s testing programmes and remember: Hands, Face, Space, Fresh Air.” Director for Communities and Public Health for Bristol, Christina Gray said: “It is concerning to see rates across Bristol and the rest of the UK are rising. Bristol’s rate of infection is now 73 cases per 100,000 population, meanwhile the England rate stands at 67 new cases per 100,000 population. “The rise in Bristol is being driven, in most part, by the effects of opening up and the presence of the Delta variant (B.1617, first identified in India). I know many of you were hoping for better news this week, but now is the time to get back to basics. This postponement gives us a bigger window to vaccinate more of the eligible population. Two vaccination doses, alongside COVID secure behaviours, is the best form of protection against severe illness. “The vaccination programme is progressing quickly, but we still have a long way to go.

If you were originally offered a vaccination and declined, but would now like to take up the offer, please visit the NHS website to find the best way to book in.

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People can meet with up to 30 people outdoors

“We all have a responsibility to be vigilant so we can bring rates of infection down, protect our communities and get back to the things we love. This means regular rapid testing; getting your vaccine when you’re called up; isolating if you have symptoms and doing the most you can to protect Bristol.”

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People can meet indoors as a group of six or as two households

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Continue to work from home if you can

For further advice and guidance on COVID-19, visit the local authority website. To view Bristol’s bi-weekly statistics and Director for Public Health narrative, visit the local authority website. Support is on offer through the We Are Bristol helpline for anyone who needs emergency assistance getting food, medicines or guidance about financial support to self-isolate. Call 0800 694 0184 for free if you need help. Bristol will remain in Step 3, but there have been some changes. From Monday 21 June:

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A traffic light system is being implemented for international travel, and you must follow the rules when returning to England depending on whether you return from a red, amber or green list country

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All holiday accommodation will be open (including hotels and B&Bs). This can be used by groups of up to six or two households

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When travelling within the UK, you should aim to do so safely and plan your journey in advance

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The number of people who can attend a wedding or civil partnership ceremony, a Entertainment wedding reception or civil partnership celebration, commemorative event following • Indoor entertainment and attractions such as cinemas, theatres, concert halls, a funeral such as a wake, stone setting or bowling alleys, casinos, amusement ash scattering, will be determined by how arcades, museums and children’s indoor many people a venue can safely accomplay areas can open with COVID-secure modate with social distancing measures measures in place in place

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A series of pilot events will take place to gather more evidence on reopening events safely. Attendees will need to show proof of vaccination or a recent negative COVID-19 test

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All care home residents will be able to nominate an essential care giver, who will • be able to visit the care home resident even if they are isolating

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Organised indoor sport will be able to take Out-of-school settings can organise domestic residential visits for children in place for all (this includes gym classes) consistent groups of up to 30 children. This replaces the current limit of 6 people Education or 2 households • All higher education students can return to in-person teaching

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Veggie picnic loaf Layer up the fillings in this giant picnic sandwich! It's bursting with flavour and perfect for sharing by the beach!

Ingredients ½ small butternut squash, halved 1 tbsp Olive oil 1 Courgette 1 Sourdough bloomer 170g Caramelised onion houmous 1 tbsp Chopped parsley 1 tbsp Basil leaves 100g Pickled beetroot, drained and dried on kitchen paper ½ Red onion, thinly sliced 100g Greek Feta cheese, cut into cubes 30g Baby spinach For the crudités 240g radishes, halved 3 celery sticks, sliced 2 carrots, cut into batons

Method Preheat the oven to 200°C/fan 180°C/gas 6 Put the squash in a baking dish, cut side up, and drizzle with a little of the oil Roast for 35-40 mins, until just tender, then set aside until cool enough to handle Cut the courgette in half lengthways, then cut into thick slices Toss with the rest of the oil and spread out on a baking tray Add to the oven for the final 10-15 mins of cooking time Meanwhile, use a bread knife to slice off the top of the sourdough loaf Use the knife to cut around the inside edge of the bread, leaving about 1cm of crust all the way around Pull the inner bread out and save to use as breadcrumbs in another recipe Once the squash is cool, scoop out the seeds and discard, then thinly slice the flesh Spread the inside of the loaf, including the lid, with some of the houmous Sprinkle the chopped parsley across the loaf and tear over the basil leaves Layer the rest of the fillings into the loaf, in thin, even layers Finish with the spinach and press the lid back on Wrap tightly in foil and chill for at least 2 hours, or overnight if you have time, with a plate on top stacked with something heavy (such as a few tins) to weigh it down To serve, cut into six thick slices Serve the rest of the houmous along with the crudités on the side

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Street drinking ban comes into force in Staple Hill to bid to reduce anti-social behaviour A ban on street drinking has been brought into force in Staple Hill to tackle increasing levels of anti-social behaviour. The Public Spaces Protection Order (PSPO) is being implemented on Friday and Saturdays from 9pm to 4am from the junction with Lower Station Road and Broad Street to the junction with Park Road. It means drinking alcohol in public areas within this location during these times will be prohibited. The order, which came into effect on Friday 11 June, will be enforced by the police and breaking it could result in a fixed penalty notice for £100, discounted to £75 if paid within 10 days (or liable on summary conviction to a fine not exceeding level 2, or level 3, on the standard scale depending on which offence the defendant is prosecuted for under the Anti-social Behaviour, Police and Crime Act 2014). Community safety and licensing teams from South Gloucestershire Council have been working with Avon and Somerset Police as the problem of street drinking and anti-social behaviour has increased in Staple Hill High Street, coinciding with the easing of lockdown restrictions. Licensed premises in the area are now closing at 10pm, which has led to significant numbers of people buying alcohol in off licences and continuing drinking in the High Street. This is leading to larger groups gathering, fighting and general nuisance behaviour. Over the past two months, there have been nine separate incidents of assaults and public order offences as well as reports of groups of up to 100 people gathering, verbal abuse towards members of the public, fighting with other members of the community, dealing in controlled substances and some evidence of individuals carrying knives and weapons. 22

Neighbourhood Police Inspector Clive Summerill said: “We’ve been working closely with South Gloucestershire Council to deal with these ongoing issues, which have become more prevalent since the easing of lockdown measures in the spring. Unfortunately, a small minority of people are continuing to engage in public disorder and anti-social behaviour, which is having a negative impact on the local community. “This PSPO gives us additional powers to tackle the root cause of the criminality we’ve been experiencing.” South Gloucestershire Council’s Cabinet Member for Communities and Local Place Cllr Rachael Hunt said: “We know the problems we are seeing in Staple Hill are the result of a minority of people and we will not tolerate it. Street drinking and associated anti-social behaviour is affecting other members of the community as well as businesses which have already struggled so much over the past year. “The PSPO will allow us all to prevent these issues and will also allow the police to manage this area positively, in turn reducing the anti-social behaviour and boosting confidence within the community.” As part of the wider plans to tackle this problem the Police and Licensing Teams will work with licensed premises to re-establish the Pub Watch Scheme in Staple Hill, which will introduce the ‘Behave and Be Banned’ Scheme. A copy of the order and a map showing the exact location is available on South Gloucestershire Council’s website.

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Staying so much indoors this year can have a toll on pretty much everything, especially if you are not lucky enough to have a house with a terrace or maybe a big apartment with a generous balcony you can relax in. There’s usually a big surge in home improvement projects in summer, but now the demand is higher. Besides the rising amount of time we are spending at home, we also have more free time to oversee all the new decor projects. I know I did a sturdy kitchen organisation a couple of weeks ago.

You may think that redoing your bathroom isn’t that cost effective, but according to HomeHow the cost for bathrooms such as modern or traditional bathrooms vary greatly. So, you can pick the right style and budget that fits your needs.

UPDATE YOUR GARDEN OR BALCONY Again, if you are lucky enough to have a garden this is the best time for a couple of updates. You can go for garden edging to give your garden a little extra touch of cheer. Don’t have a garden? No problem! Get cute pots and plant new flowers or even spices So, to help you better manage your home improvement projects, here are 4 easy home and make yourself a little garden on the balimprovement ideas to give your living space a cony, that can be easily transferred inside in fresh new look. Keep in mind that many of the the cold season. you do know may increase your home’s value IMPROVE YOUR STORAGE SPACE on the long term. I can’t get enough of storage space and I’m pretty sure I’m not the only one. This is the PAINT YOUR ROOMS right time to improve your storage space The easiest way for a new look is of course, without much of a hassle. You can go for new painting it. Whether you do it yourself or hire a professional to do the job, the effect on your kitchen cabinets or a new wardrobe, or even install new shelves to showcase your books home will be great. Depending on the room & art. you want to repaint, you can pick different types of paints. Matte emulsion for sleek look, DEEP CLEAN YOUR FLOORS silk emulsion for a silk sheen, oil- gloss for a higher sheen or water – based glosses for the Hardwood, carpet or vinyl, do a deep clean of your floors and you’ll see how this will change highest sheen. You can also go for a colorful the entire mood of your home. I have white wall to bring a little bit of spark to your room. parquet and let me tell you a see a big difference after a sturdy cleaning session. REDO YOUR BATHROOM Many people dread redoing their bathroom as it’s a bit of a process, but again, now we A great place to look for qualified trades have more time on our hands. In addition, a people is Bristol Business Directory. Just click bathroom remodel can increase the value of the image above to visit the site. your home greatly. 25

Coach firm helps charity's flagship fundraising event A convoy of coaches from Bakers Dolphin ensured fleet-footed walkers got the best possible start to a massive fund-raising effort at the weekend.

Bakers Dolphin Sales and Marketing Director, Amanda Harrington, said: “The pandemic has been an extremely challenging time for many businesses and organisations.

Ten full-size coaches from the South West-based travel company took people to their starting points for Weston Hospicecare’s Mendip Challenge, the charity’s flagship fundraising event.

“Many charities have been particularly hard, having been unable to open their shops or run their usual events, which provide vital income to support their work, so it was heart-warming to see the Mendip Challenge return. We are proud to be associated with it.

Like many charities, Weston Hospicecare was unable to run most of its usual fundraising activities in 2020, so there was a huge sense of relief that the Mendip Challenge was able to return this year. The event raises tens of thousands of pounds towards the charity’s vital work in providing palliative care for people living with life-limiting illnesses in Weston-super-Mare and surrounding areas.

“Our staff thoroughly enjoyed the amazing atmosphere that surrounds the event and loved being part of something which can make such a positive difference to the lives of people in this area. “It’s another sign of life slowly returning to normal, after we were finally able to get our coaches back on the road for some holiday tours on 17 May.”

Mark Flower, Fundraising and Communications Director for Weston Hospicecare, said: “Bakers Dolphin played an important role in the logistics of the Mendip Challenge which, this year, saw 1,003 complete the challenge. “We anticipate the event will eventually raise more than £70,000, profit which will help Weston Hospicecare support care given to people with life-limiting conditions and their families. “As a Bakers Dolphin customer, we really appreciate their services in order to help us generate this amazing figure.”

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MP Luke Hall switches on EV charging network at new Thornbury housing development The Electric Vehicle (EV) charging network for a brand-new community in South Gloucestershire was switched on today by local MP Luke Hall. Almost two thirds of the new homes now being built at David Wilson Homes' Morton Meadows, Thornbury, will have their own EV charge point. Luke Hall, MP for Thornbury and Yate, has been campaigning for more electric car charging points across South Gloucestershire and today became the first person to connect a vehicle to the network at the new development. Morton Meadows will deliver 130 much-needed new homes on the outskirts of Thornbury including 46 affordable homes. Offering a full range of homes from three, four and five-bedroom houses to one and two-bedroom apartments, the development also includes eight acres of public open space, a large play area and new allotments for residents. More than 200 trees will be planted on and around the site. 28

Switching on the new network for the first time, Luke commented: "I'm delighted to be able to switch on the new EV charging network here at Morton Meadows today which will ensure that almost two thirds of the people who move here will have the option to use electric vehicles, improving air quality and reducing our impact on the environment." The first show homes at Morton Meadows opened earlier this month and the community now under construction is already proving hugely popular with more than 1500 people registering their interest, one of the highest registration rates for a new development from David Wilson Homes South West. With 60% of the new homes including an electric vehicle charging point, this new development is helping Barratt Developments, parent company of David Wilson Homes, deliver on its commitment to becoming the leading national sustainable housebuilder and achieving net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2040.

The company has also pledged that 100% of the electricity it uses will be from renewable sources by 2025 and new home designs will be net zero from 2030. Welcoming Luke Hall to Morton Meadows, James Dunne, managing director at Barratt David Wilson Homes South West, said: "Luke has campaigned hard for more electric car charging points across the county and we're delighted he has switched on the new network here at Morton Meadows. Offering EV chargers on new homes and developments is an important contribution in helping to tackle the climate crisis by making clean technology accessible for everyone. "As well as EV charge points, Morton Meadows will offer large areas of open, green space, new allotments and a range of improvements and protections for wildlife, from 200 new trees to bird and bat boxes, hedgehog highways and swift nesting bricks built into homes." Luke Hall continued,

"David Wilson Homes is leading the way here, not only by adding EV charge points on so many of the homes, but in its wider commitment to sustainability and biodiversity. I look forward to watching this community grow." To find out more about the new homes or to register your interest in visiting the new show homes click the image above.

New research shows a seismic shift in the UK workforce as a quarter of all adults make permanent lifestyle shift to have “second jobs

A new report released today from global market research agency The Mix reveals a permanent shift to side hustling in the UK, with one in four adults taking on extra jobs.

This seismic shift to a quarter of the working population will profoundly impact how this new demographic interacts with business and brands.

While Dolly Parton famously sang about the 9-5 in the 1980’s – the pandemic has accelerated the shift to new ways of working for many different reasons.

While side hustles used to be male-dominated, women are increasingly involved with over 62% starting up in the past two years. Women are also more likely to have more than one side hustle (51% female vs 41% male).

The desire for extra cash and a passion for being your own boss are the primary motivators for this shift in work/leisure patterns, with side hustlers spending six to fifteen hours a week on second jobs in addition to their fulltime occupation, a significant new study from The Mix reveals. The UK is rapidly moving away from the 9-5 employment landscape that has traditionally dictated how we work, with the number taking on extra jobs soaring. The Mix’s deep exploration into the lives of side hustlers uncovered a fundamental shift in how people work in the UK spend their time outside their primary job. Side hustlers typically displayed a determination to work in the evenings and get up and go on a Sunday morning rather than lazing in bed. The “Hustle” study shows many as one in four adults are engaging in part-time money marking activities in addition to their primary job. Over a quarter of these (26%) have set up crafts style businesses through social media sites and selling on online marketplaces. Some 27% focus on wealth building by day trading or dealing in shares, forex or cryptocurrency. 20% are monetising digital and online services; 19% are involved in service/retail and delivery. 15% in health, food, beauty and wellness schemes; 13% in writing blogs or making podcasts. 10% have taken up odd jobs such as labouring or gardening.

The majority of side hustlers are motivated by money. Almost half of 35-54-year-olds say they want to make “lots of money”, while the over 55s enjoy the extra income that this work brings. However, for many others, it’s the experience that comes with being their own boss, especially among 18-32-year-olds, some 32%. Enjoying connecting and making friends with like-minded people is listed as a perk by 71%. Overall 92% say they are proud of the extra work they do and the skills they have developed though they often feel the need to hide it from their bosses, the HMRC and colleagues. Two thirds (65%) plan to carry on with their side hustle alongside their primary job, and a fifth (21%) would like to make the extra activity a full-time job. Gemma Mitchell, MD at The Mix, said: “In the context of side hustles, brands and businesses need to think about; audience definition, occasion spaces, communications, and brand role and purpose inside hustlers’ lives. There is a distinct lack of acknowledgement and support from big business models and the companies they work for.” She continued, “Entrepreneurs are starting to be spoken to – but not side hustlers. Nobody talks to them, about them, for them. Side hustling remains a huge but underground struggle that deserves amplification. It’s not a career change ambition – it’s a new way of life.”

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CONNECT POTS, FOOD WEBSITE Catering and hospitality is an ever expanding business. Every day new food and beverage ventures are popping up in towns and cities across the world. Even in a global pandemic the rise of such establishments has been impressive. Here in the UK we have had our fair share also. One such enterprising venture belongs to chef and restauranteur Chris Sheppard. Chris, has recently established a new type of online foodie business ‘Connect Pots’ connecting everyone who loves food, loves cooking it and also loves talking about it. The site enables users to find delicious recipes and cooking tips from some amazing home cooks as well as professional chefs from around the world. What’s even more unique about this site, is that you can add your own recipes and cooking tips too. Chris has a vast knowledge of food and drink from across the globe. Working with some exceptional chefs, he has combined all of that knowledge and experience into this amazing new website. ‘Connect Pots’ grew from Chris’s engagement with others through his social media accounts. Users would contact him asking for tip s and advice on allmanner of things food related. This became a regular thing so he decided to set up a purpose built website to keep his fans and followers happy. The website just doesn’t offer recipe ideas and cooking tips. For paid up subscribers there is an opportunity to hire a chef for a day. Along with two guest of your choosing you can Join Chris in his commercial kitchen for a one on one cooking lesson. For those already behind the stove of professional kitchens, there is also an opportunity for further training with Chris to really hone those professional skills. But if all of that sounds a bit too involved then why not book into Chris’s bistro located in Yatton for some top quality French style food by a top quality chef? For more information about Chris, the bistro and ‘Connect Pots’. Then why not find him on social media @chefchrissheppard on Instagram. Also don’t forget to check out and subscribe to www.chefchrissheppard.com

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See Bristols most fun tour – The Only Fools and Horses Tour Join the Only Fools and Horses Tour of locations from Bristol and see familiar locations from this classic British TV comedy. This 3 ½ hour coach tour is a perfect afternoon for fans of the show. Since Only Fools and Horses was first broadcast in 1981, it has won over legions of fans. Many people consider it to be Britain’s best sit-com of all time. Only Fools and Horses was set in Peckham in South East London and written by John Sullivan. However, the show was filmed primarily in West London and Bristol. From the late 1980s and particularly the 1990s, the show was made in Bristol until it ended in 2003. So it is here in Bristol where you will be taken to scenes that have become iconic in the history of British comedy. What you’ll see on tour Your guide, who is also a fan of the show, will take you to numerous outdoor locations around Bristol. At each stop you will be given behind-the-scenes facts on how the show was filmed. The tour will share information about characters, such as Del Boy, Rodney, Uncle Albert, Trigger, Boycie, and Marlene. Your guide will discuss John Sullivan’s scripts in detail too. 36

Starting from central Bristol, the coach tour will include sites in and around the city centre. There will be several stops and walking required as part of the tour, so please bring suitable footwear and clothing. Along the way you will see clips from the show and get behind the scenes information about how the show was brought to your TV screen. See the exterior to the bar that Del visits where the famous ‘Falling through the bar’ scene takes place. Discover the Adult Education Centre where Rodney met Cassandra. You can re-enact the scene where Del Boy and Rodney scare off the muggers whilst running through dressed as Batman and Robin. Stop off to get a pic outside Boycie’s fancy house. Where Rodney gets the photo developed in the very last episode. See if Sid is smoking whilst cooking at Sids Cafe. Pass by Boycies Motor showroom when Del and Rodney look over the Rolls Royce. Get a picture outside Nelson Mandela House and many other locations. So don’t be a plonker and book the Only Fools and Horses Tour today. You know it makes sense! To book a tour click the image above.

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This week’s movies previews Oscar Award Winner. Following the economic collapse of a company town in rural Nevada, Fern (Frances McDormand) packs her van and sets off on the road exploring a life outside of conventional society as a modern-day nomad. The third feature film from director Chloe Zhao, Nomadland features real nomads Linda May, Swankie and Bob Wells as Fern's mentors and comrades in her exploration through the vast landscape of the American West.

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Following the deadly events at home, the Abbott family (Emily Blunt, Millicent Simmonds, Noah Jupe) must now face the terrors of the outside world as they continue their fight for survival in silence. Forced to venture into the unknown, they quickly realise that the creatures that hunt by sound are not the only threats that lurk beyond the sand path.

A Quite Place 2 Vin Diesel’s Dom Toretto is leading a quiet life off the grid with Letty and his son, little Brian, but they know that danger always lurks just over their peaceful horizon. This time, that threat will force Dom to confront the sins of his past if he’s going to save those he loves most. His crew joins together to stop a world-shattering plot led by the most skilled assassin and high-performance driver they’ve ever encountered: a man who also happens to be Dom’s forsaken brother, Jakob (John Cena, next year’s The Suicide Squad).

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How to confront a friend who has let you down Good friends are there for us during good and bad times. They’re the shoulders to cry on after a nasty breakup, the individuals we laugh the most with and the people we call when we’re stressed or worried. They – along with family, work and partners – make up a considerable chunk of our overall happiness. So what happens when a friend hasn’t acted like a friend should? Good friends are there for us during good and bad times. They’re the shoulders to cry on after a nasty breakup, the individuals we laugh the most with and the people we call when we’re stressed or worried. They – along with family, work and partners – make up a considerable chunk of our overall happiness. So what happens when a friend hasn’t acted like a friend should? Whether it’s failing to be there for us during our moments of need, not having our backs or simply ignoring our texts and calls – there are a number of ways friends can let us down. A Local Wellbeing coach said: ‘Friendship is a relationship that always takes work on both sides. A good friendship is an equal partnership and one friend should not be the one that does more that another. 40

‘I am sure we all have had situations where we feel that someone has taken advantage in some way and it make us feel used and annoyed. ‘Friends are supposed to be there for us at the hardest time of our lives as well as the good times.’ Often these friendships are years in the making, so it can be particularly tough to swallow the idea of having to confront someone close to us. ‘When a friend has not been there for you or has treated you badly, it can hurt so much. ‘It can consume our thoughts and hurts deeply.’ Ultimately, if it’s something that you simply cannot let go, or that’s really affecting you, it’s important to deal with the situation. Otherwise it’s likely to explosively pop up in future and, if left unspoken about, could potentially ruin a friendship for good. Talking to a friend about the way they’ve treated you can feel awkward and uncomfortable, but experts have shared a few ways to approach it and some different things to keep in mind. Write down what you want to say Sometimes we plan for ages what we are going to say in a situation and then get flustered and forget in the moment. An easy way to remember exactly what you want to say is to write it down.

Gabriella, local therapist, says: ‘Write down your feelings, explain in deep details what you feel. If that friend is a good friend, they will be open to discuss and share the other side of the story. If not, you are saving yourself from an energy vampire.’ Remember the four rules of confrontation

She says: ‘See how your friend responds to your concerns. If their emotions are heightened and they respond angrily or defensively, it may be that they need time and space to resolve whatever issues they have. It doesn’t necessarily mean that the friendship is over, but you do need to give them that opportunity to deal with their problems alone, if that’s what they wish.

If you’re feeling nervous about the conversation, then use theses four different ‘Alternatively, if they admit the friendship things to remember when dealing with conflict needs work and are willing to talk things or confrontation: through, you have a great basis of honesty on which to go on and continue to build a Calmness – don’t shout or rant. long-lasting friendship.’ Listen and give eye contact.

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Explain your feelings and why you feel hurt.

We all behave badly sometimes and often this can come when we aren’t feeling good about ourselves.

Give specific examples of how they have treated you and the feelings. This rule-of four is a good guideline to follow when having any difficult chat. Try not to be aggressive Confronting someone about their actions doesn’t need to be aggressive.

So it’s important to consider that a friend might have let us down because they are having a difficult time themselves. Rather than go in all guns blazing, try to find out whether your friend is going through a tough time – which might explain their behaviour.

Dr Becky Spelman adds: ‘Start off the conversation gently by asking them how they’ve been lately and whether anything has been troubling them. This gives your friend A local Life coach wrote: ‘When you approach an opportunity to explain, so you can see if the situation, try not to be confrontational. they’re aware of how they’ve been behaving and whether or not there’s anything behind it. ‘A lot of this depends on how much you value the relationship. If you have been friends ‘Listen carefully to what they have to say and for years, then it is worth recovering it and offer your support if there is a problem in your clearing the air. If it is someone that you don’t friend’s life. know that well, then it may be a random thing that they do sometimes.’ ‘Once they’ve got it off their chest, you can then bring up your concern about the Whatever the situation, if you remain calm friendship. and collected, it’ll be much easier to have a more open and honest chat. ‘Emphasise that you’re only bringing it up because you are concerned about your friend, Don’t forget to listen care about the relationship and want to be there for them.’ Dr Becky Spelman, a local psychologist and clinical director of therapy Clinic, added that once you’ve got your problems off your chest, it’s vital to take a break from speaking and to simply listen. If it is, it can make the person on the receiving end extra defensive.

Another round-up of local news from your hardworking Lib Dem team Langton Court Bridge update

Local councillors have received the results of the consultation undertaken between December and February, asking for opinions on closing Langton Court Bridge to motor vehicles and what people’s priorities are. In summary: •

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We’ve written back asking council officers to try to speed up plans for a safe pedestrian crossing by St. Anne’s Infants School, something we were promised at the beginning of 2019 following our successful petition. Marina and Friends to close

Many local residents would have been saddened to learn that Marina and Friends Fundraisers have decided to shut up shop on Sandy Park Road after 18 years and more than £215,000 raised for the Society for Mucopolysaccharide Diseases: www.mpssociety.org.uk According to assistant, Sabine, the shop will be open for a few more days this week so pop in and grab a bargain. Thank you Marina and Friends for everything you’ve done over the years and especially your colossal fundraising efforts. You will be missed.

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The Colston statue: What next?

The deadline for EU nationals to apply to the EU Settlement Scheme is fast approaching, on 30 June. EU citizens must apply for the EU Settlement Scheme if they want to continue living in the UK after June 2021, even if they have lived in the UK most of their lives.

Last week saw the opening of a new exhibition at the M Shed, The Colston statue: What next? - nearly a year to the day since it was removed during protests in the centre of Bristol. The exhibition includes a survey with Bristol residents, drafted by the city’s History Commission, to discuss and debate what should happen next with the statue. The statue lies alongside a selection of placards from the Black Lives Matter protest of that day, as well as a timeline of key events. An online version of the display and survey is available for people who may be unable to visit in person. Early results show a big majority in favour of a permanent exhibition at the M Shed:

EU nationals who have lived continuously in the UK for five years or more should be entitled to settled status, meaning they are free to go on living in the UK indefinitely. If those needing to apply miss the deadline, they may lose their existing rights, like living and working here, access to free health care, and benefits. If you have any EU family, friends or neighbours, can you please remind them to register as soon as possible. You can find out more about the scheme and where residents can find help at: https://www.bristol.gov.uk/EUSettlement

https://www.bristolmuseums.org.uk/m-shed/ whats-on/the-colston-statue-what-next/ By Jos Clark, Liberal Democrat Councillor (Brislington West) Email: cllr.jos.clark@bristol.gov.uk Mobile: 07584 370429 & Andrew Varney, Liberal Democrat Councillor (Brislington West) Email: cllr.andrew. varney@bristol.gov.uk Mobile: 07584 183381 43

Supporters to block-book tickets to the museum Campaigners who want the statue of the slave trader Edward Colston restored to its plinth in Bristol are urging that supporters block-book tickets to the museum where it is on display daubed with graffiti, in a bid to prevent visitors seeing it. As the 19th-century bronze memorial went on display in Bristol, the Save Our Statues campaign group, which calls for the preservation of Britain’s “precious cultural furniture”, mobilised supporters to book tickets to the M Shed museum.

Some replies to the Save Our Statues Twitter post were critical of the action. One poster, who identified himself as Mat Ray, wrote: “So you’re called ‘Save Our Statues’ and you’ve deliberately stopped people seeing a statue. How does that work? Shouldn’t you call yourself ‘We demand statues on our terms or not at all!’?” Others were supportive. An account under the name Derick Norton quoted the original tweet and said: “Done with pleasure. Let’s get organised and block out the entire exhibition.”

“Tuesday is now booked up,” the group claimed in a Twitter post on Sunday. “Keep going with the rest of the week. It’s free to book (and it would be a real shame if nobody turned up ;).”

In a statement posted to Twitter, Save Our Statues said the protest was “a stand for due process” and criticised the Colston exhibit as “a celebration of criminal violence and mob rule”.

While tickets for Tuesday and Wednesday appeared to have been booked up on Monday morning, more had become available on the M Shed museum website by the afternoon. We contacted M Shed for comment on the protest by Save Our Statues, and to find out whether it was having an impact on visitor numbers.

It said the council had an obligation to repair the statue, which had been “a Grade II listed piece of UK heritage”.

“As a matter of democratic principle, the first step must be to repair and reinstate the statue, and then if the council wants to run a democratic process, it can,” the statement said. “Unlike what happened one year ago today, this is a peaceful and civilised way to exercise our democratic right to protest.”

Colston’s statue went on display at the M Shed museum in Bristol on Friday. 5th June. Visitors will find it supine and still covered in red and blue graffiti on a wooden stand, alongside placards from the protest on 7th June 2020 and a timeline of events.

On Sunday a plaque was placed at the spot where the Colston statue was pushed into the water to mark the anniversary of the incident. The plaque was designed by John Packer, a Bristol based artist, and installed by anonymous well-wishers.

On that day, protesters cheered as the statue was pulled down with ropes and dragged through the city to the harbour. It was pushed into the waters from Pero’s Bridge – named in honour of Pero Jones, an enslaved man who lived and died in the city.

An engraving on the plaque described the circumstances in which the statue was pulled down. It also includes an abridged version of the poem Hollow by Vanessa Kisuule, Bristol City poet 2020, which reads: “You came down easy in the end. As you landed/A piece of you fell off, broke away,/And inside, nothing but air./This whole time, you were hollow.”

On the day the exhibit opened, the historian David Olusoga said the statue had been transformed from “a mediocre piece of late-Victorian public art” into “the most important artefact you could select in Britain if you wanted to tell the story of Britain’s tortuous relationship with its role in the Atlantic slave trade”.

A spokesperson for the group said in a statement: “The toppling of Colston’s statue was a pivotal moment in a global popular uprising, and the enormous symbolic and historical significance of this event reverberated around the world. “We all want a fuller, richer understanding of British history – more history, not less – and we hope this plaque can make a small contribution to that shared goal.”

Next three months will be ‘game changer’ for hospitality industry Hoteliers in Bristol claim the next three months will be a ‘game changer’ for the hospitality industry in the UK as businesses struggle to find the number of staff they need. Raphael Herzog, chair of the Bristol Hoteliers Association (BHA), warned: “There are major staffing shortages in the hospitality industry that threaten to undermine the UK’s recovery.” Kate Nicholls, Chief Executive of trade body UKHospitality, said earlier this month that the hospitality sector in the South West currently has a 10% vacancy rate. There are positive signs for a brighter future for the hospitality industry in the region, but Mr Herzog said the businesses need to attract enough staff in order to meet the rapidly growing demand. He said: “This week I read that a VisitBritain survey said that just over one fifth of holidaymakers are seriously considering the South West as their preferred destination for their next overnight stay. “This is wonderful news, of course, and a very welcome vote of confidence in our region. It will be a very welcome boost to business, which is why it’s so important that we are able to get the staff we need in order to provide guests with the level of service they expect. “Many Bristol hotels are currently carrying a number of vacancies. “Many staff who were furloughed, but understandably concerned about whether or not they would have a job to come back to, have found alternative employment in other sectors, such as online ordering, distribution, delivery company driving, NHS and grocery shopping.

“Brexit has also had an impact; more than 30% of hospitality workers across the UK are thought to have come from Europe, but that rises to more than half for those employed in this region. “Hotels, Pubs, Restaurants and other venues have been hit with the double whammy of changes to immigration rules post-Brexit, and many workers deciding to return to their country of origin in Europe as a result of the pandemic. “We are asking to lobby against the changes to EU visa rules that have affected the sector since last year. The hospitality industry needs a coronavirus recovery visa to help bring foreign workers back quickly after lockdown, to support the local economic recovery. “The next three months are going to be a big game-changer for our industry in the UK. Good companies have many passionate hoteliers, owners and investors who will work hard to make it happen. “I understand that some hotels are planning to raise the entry level salaries for roles in hospitality, and we also need to ensure that the work-life balance is improved for staff. “We need the rules around weddings and events to be relaxed, too, as this makes a vital contribution to our income. “But staffing is the biggest challenge facing us. Getting our world-leading hospitality industry back on its feet will be vital for the UK’s economic recovery, but simply won’t be possible without the chefs, waiters, room attendants, bartenders, night porters and other key people at the heart of the industry. “Hospitality offers many young people their first step into the world of work. It’s more important than ever that we show them that there is a wide range of diverse, long-term, career opportunities and fantastic experiences to be had within our dynamic and diverse sector. “We know people want to enjoy our hospitality again, which encourages us to believe our businesses can recover from the pandemic and deliver a world-class summer of fun for our visitors, old and new.”

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