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Contents 4thAUGUST
4. Bristol Beacon presents: HOO-HA! Festival 6. Families of disabled people 8. Valley fest 10. Organised Chaos review 13. Bullet Train 14. Bristol gets growing 20. National son and daughter day 22. Sand point 24. Fire and furnishings 28. Banwell bypass 30. Bristol sport foundation 34. 5 interesting fact about Bath 46. New PM must cut VAT 50. Company insolvencies increase Published by
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Editor Michael Davies Journalist Lisa Davies Contributing Writers Andrea Sexton Martin Powell Daren Bane Kayleigh Penny Andrew Varney Jos Clark Corinna Ingram Kathryn Chatfield Jake Wattage
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HOO-HA! FESTIVAL Taking place at Bristol Beacon, Hoo-Ha! Festival is expected to bring fun for all the family this August, with a range of free activities on offer across three days, from Wednesday 17th to Friday 19th August.
For kids looking to get crafty, workshops run by Let’s Make Art and Aardman Animations in the Stalls Bar will spark their creative sides with a range of artistic activities. Visitors can expect to make their very own plasticine characters with the creators of Wallace & Gromit, and get creative with a supply of recycled fabric to make carnival headdresses and masks.
Visitors can expect three jam-packed days of music, dancing and activities for little ones of all ages and their families to get involved with, which is sure to burn off that excess excitable energy during the summer holidays. Attendees can even jump into an out-ofthis-world adventure by travelling across the The festival will kick off on Wednesday 17th solar system inside the Explorer Dome. August with a Relaxed Day for disabled and Curiosity is encouraged as children are neurodivergent people, or anyone who would welcome to ponder the stars, learn about the prefer a gentler environment. With reduced legends behind each constellation and lighting, lower noise levels and a maximum consider the possibility of life beyond Earth. capacity of 150 visitors, families can enjoy performances from Kid Carpet and sing along Children will also be able to bring their ideas with TJ Band on the main stage. to life through a host of scientific activities, including learning how to make their own scribbling robot using motors and switches, experimenting with sounds in a Noisy Toys workshop and controlling digital music by simply just plugging a cable into an apple with Conductive Music.
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Matt Aiken, Programmer at Bristol Beacon, and Julia Roderick, Head of Community Engagement, said: “We are delighted to be welcoming people of all ages from the local community into Bristol Beacon this summer for three days of family fun. We know that entertaining the kids during the summer holidays can often be a challenge, which is why we’ve curated a programme of events bound to appeal to everyone involved, from whacky science experiments, to creative workshops and out-of-this-world adventures. “We hope that Hoo-Ha! Festival has something for everyone, and we can’t wait to see smiles from far and wide hosted in Bristol Beacon’s multiple creative spaces.” There is an endless list of possibilities to explore, and no idea is out of bounds!
For more information regarding Hoo-Ha! Festival, please visit the Bristol Beacon website
A range of quieter activities will also be running throughout the three days, including an illustration workshop by Lucie Sheridan, who is returning to Hoo-Ha! Festival for her third year with her Live Art Booth, drawing “Rubbish Portraits” of her visitors. Independent harbourside bookshop BookHaus will also be taking up residence on the Terrace Bar, inviting listeners to explore magical realms and fictional worlds in their storytelling sessions. Workshops will take place throughout a variety of spaces in Bristol Beacon. The main stage on the lower ground floor will become a lively hub of activity, with Disco Shed raising the roof and getting bodies moving to the groove. The ground floor will transport visitors through a portal into outer-space, while level one becomes a creative centre for all things arts and crafts. The Terrace Bar on level 3 will welcome a calmer environment too, with a range of activities encouraging the ultimate zen, including tranquil music making and children’s yoga. Throughout the day, visitors can indulge in daily breakfast and lunch menus provided by the Bristol Loaf, which offers a tantalising range of food and drink options, from pastries and cakes to focaccia, ciabatta and artisan loaves. 5
FAMILIES OF DISABLED CHILDREN CALL FOR PERM PLAY, EXERCISE, AND SOCIAL CENTRE IN BRISTOL. Families of disabled children in the South West have called for more support for a campaign led by award-winning Bristol charity Gympanzees to open a permanent facility in the city. Project Home Appeal is raising funds to build the first-ever Gympanzees centre, which will support the 66,000 children and young people with disabilities living within an hour of Bristol. 77% of disabled children cannot access regular leisure facilities and are twice as likely to be lonely compared to their non-disabled peers. Gympanzees provide play, exercise, and social opportunities to disabled children and their families to improve health and help end this isolation. The charity was recently presented with a Queen’s Award for Enterprise: Innovation for their inclusive leisure facilities.
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72% of parents with a disabled child suffer mental health issues because of isolation. Leila, a parent from Bristol, said, “Leaving the house when you have a disabled child is almost like a military operation. You have to get ready, you have to think ahead, you have to do the research, about accessibility, about changing places.” Emma, from North Somerset, said,
“As a parent of a child with disabilities accessing fun and days out has been a challenge. Isabella was invited to her best friend's birthday party.
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It was a swimming pool party. And unfortunately, because Isabella is a full-time wheelchair- user, we were unable to go to the party because I couldn’t physically get her into the swimming pool. It was heartbreaking to say to your eight-year-old child, I’m sorry, you can’t go to the party.” Gympanzees have been running Pop Up play and exercise centres during the Easter and Summer holidays as they fundraise for a permanent home. The charity takes over a school and fills it with different themed rooms and specialist kit designed for all disabilities and abilities. They have seen incredible results, such as a 5-year-old who slept through the night for the first time after her session and a 3-year-old boy who had their first-ever laugh. Owen, a parent from Bristol, said, ‘The Pop Ups are brilliant, but they only Pop Up during the holidays and can become oversubscribed – a permanent centre would change that.’ Emma, mum to nine-year-old Isabella, said, “To have a permanent Gympanzees centre in Bristol would be life-changing for our family. It would give us a sense of belonging. We could come along with other families like us, Isabella could have her birthday party at Gympanzees, and it’s all accessible to her and her friends as well.” Gympanzees have had 10,000 visits to their Pop-Up facilities over the 70 days they’ve run. They’re currently holding their Summer Pop Up in Patchway, Bristol, between Monday 25 July and Friday 19 August and expect 2,500 visits.
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WHAT’S ON THIS WEEK Aug
5 VALLEY FEST 2022 Description:. This is the best-tasting music festival in the South West! A small family-friendly festival near Bristol with one of the best views in the UK. The weekend is perfect for first-time festival goers as well as families of all ages. You’re advised to arrive hungry. Tickets www.valleyfest.co.uk/tickets Venue: Denny Lane Chew Magna, Bristol, BS40 8SZ
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6 THREE LIONS FLAG DAY Description: The Three Lions Boozer Bs3 Famous flag day announced for Bristol City v Sunderland Saturday August 6th 2022. Three lions open from 10am so bring your flags early to get a flag spot.. Going to be a good one Venue: The Three Lions West Street Bedminster BS3 3NB Bristol
GROW WILDER MARKET Description: We’re delighted to DAIRY FESTIVAL be hosting our next PATTER POETRY EVENT Description: A celebration of beetleweight robot wars event Description: All profits go livestock, agriculture and local in the incredible former Ash to paying for transport fees producers of food and crafts. Pits of Brunel’s original station for travelling poets who are at Bristol Temple Meads bringing something different to Sheep shearing, milking fellow fabulous cities in the UK demonstrations, childrens rides and much more. Venue: Grow Wilder Venue: The Dark Horse-Bristol 181 Frenchay Park Rd Venue: Weston-Super-Mare 172-174 church rd Bristol Seafront BS5 9HX, Bristol BS16 1HB 8
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WIND IN THE WILLOWS Description: Wind in the willows – A play in a week workshop. For School Year 3-6. 10 am to 4 pm (with performance at 4 pm on Friday) Throughout the 5 days, SEA SHANTY FESTIVAL the group will create their own Description: Join us in Weston-super-Mare from 5th version of the story inspired August to 7th August 2022 for by the classic tale The Wind in another weekend jam-packed the Willows by Kenneth with Sea Shanties, Folk Music, Grahame. All children will need to bring is their and Pirates.Once again all willingness to get stuck in. proceeds will be donated to the Weston Lions and Weston Venue: Kelvin Players Theatre RNLI. 253B Gloucester Road BS7 8NY Venue Italian Gardens Bristol High Street Weston-super-Mare North Somerset BS23 1HU
JAMIE T LIVE Description: Indie icon Jamie T comes to Thekla for a special show
MINI ROBOT WARS Description: We’re delighted to Venue: Thekla be hosting our next The Grove BS1 4RB Bristol beetleweight robot wars event in the incredible former Ash Aug Pits of Brunel’s original station at Bristol Temple Meads
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CLIVE OSEMAN Description: Satellite of Love are proud to present Clive Oseman’s ‘What if They Laugh at Me?’ “What if they laugh at me?” is CLAVERHAM SOUNDS a one man comedy spoken Description: After the huge word show written and success of last years event, performed by Clive Oseman. Claverham Sounds is It tells the story of one returning to provide you with a person’s battle to overcome host of local bands playing a severe shyness. £6 (tickets mix of rock, folk, and blues live will be available on the door at your local cricket club! Venue: John Sebastian Quay Venue: Claverham Cricke Club Bathurst Basin Henley Ln, Bristol Yatton, BS1 6SG Bristol BS49 4JP Venue: The Loco Klub Clock Tower Yd Under stone archway Bristol BS1 6QH
HOT JAZZ JAM Description: The hot jazz jam returns to the Hare on the Hill on the 2nd Wednesday of the month. This jam session celebrates acoustic pre-swing era jazz and ragtime. This is an acoustic session so acoustic instruments only please. 8pm Venue: The Hare on the Hill 41 Thomas Street North BS2 8LX Bristol MAGIC NIGHT Description: An evening of magic and mystery. Venue: The Bristol Fringe 32 Princess Victoria Street Bs8 4BZ Bristol
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11 BRISTOL INTERNATIONAL BALLOON FIESTA Description: Bristol International Balloon Fiesta is back at Ashton Court between the 11th -14th August 2022. With morning assents from 6AM, afternoon activities and the iconic nightglows at 9PM on Thursday and Saturday, join us at Ashton Court Estate for four days of pure family, fiesta fun. Venue: Ashton Court Estate Ashton Court Mansion BS41 9JN Bristol 9
ORGANISED CHAOS AT KINGS OAK ACADEMY
I’m back with another Wrestling Roundup; this time I’m covering Pro Wrestling Chaos’ second show of the year: Organised Chaos from the 24th of July.
We’re back at Kings Oak Academy and this show was similar to the previous show “Return of the King” with a hot crowd, and amazing matches. One thing I’d like to focus on first: The Crowd. Chaos has a loyal fanbase, these fans understand and support the promotion well, but that’s not to say it’s a closed off community, the fans are respectful and encourage support from new fans too, which all adds up to a fantastic atmosphere whether it’s your first wrestling show, or your hundredth.
NOW ON WITH THE SHOW…. The first match was a singles match for the “All Wales Championship” with defending champion Brendan White taking on Elijah. This match was a very solid show opener with some good back and forth action. Brendan spent a good portion of the match mouthing off to the fans, even shouting at the handful of fans that tried to cheer for him, saying they turned their back on him, and didn’t deserve him, clearly still upset by the crowd’s lack of support for him in his last match. The match ended with Brendan White retaining, and shouting at the poor ring girl to declare his victory.
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Next out came Dr. Pariah Khan who got on the mic to talk about how he and his client Eddie Ryan are having some communication issues. He proceeded to talk up his accomplishments; building up wrestlers like Jekkyl, and the tag team The Crazy Teacups (Eddie’s former tag team with Charlie Sterling and a favourite of mine), and Khan says together they can get Eddie to be the King of Chaos if they only believe (fans chant loudly “we believe”). Eddie then speaks to the Doctor via video call and says he just needs space. This leaves Khan feeling direction-less & under-appreciated, which leads Tate Mayfairs to come out and try to persuade Khan to join the mysterious “them” (and who is this “He” that Tate keeps talking about?) and asks Khan to sit and watch his next match. This brings us to our next match Tate Mayfairs vs Billy Haze (part of the Dead Sad Boys) in a singles match. What a great match this was, both men put on a stellar performance of skill and athleticism with mat based wrestling and high-flying aerial attacks inciting cheers of “This is Chaos” from the crowd (this won’t be the last time we hear this chant) the match ended with Tate Mayfairs cheating to get the win and beating down Billy Haze after the match.
The next match was my favourite match of the night. This was a Tag Team match for the “Knights of Chaos Championship” with The Smoking Aces defending against Destination Everywhere. With fluid wrestling fast tags, intense action, crowd brawling, high flying moves and huge amounts of charisma from both teams, there’s really not much more I can say to give this match the praise it deserves, but this shows Tag Team division is the highlight of Pro Wrestling Chaos. After a simply phenomenal match Smoking Aces won and retained their championships. Then we had the standard midway break with the ever-popular raffle. Following this we were introduced to our next match, Harrison Bennet vs Mulligan. The fight began before the bell had even rang with the two competitors coming out of the merchandise area beating the heck out of each other, this carried on into the crowd, up the stands (threatening to throw each other off the balcony) brawling to the ring announcers table, with Harrison getting the upper hand in the end, until Tate Mayfairs stuck his nose in and attacked Bennet giving Mulligan the chance to slam Harrison Bennet through a table, rolling him into the ring to claim the pin fall victory. This was mad, insane, chaos but we all loved it. The penultimate match was a Singles Women’s match: Ava vs Harley Hudson. Ava was clearly the egotistical villain mouthing off at the crowd and flaunting her beauty with excessive poses and hair flicks. While Harley let her skills do the talking, she had a cool unique look and great wrestling skill, these skills proved to be the winning factor as Harley Hudson got the win in a brilliant match. Low and behold Tate Mayfairs comes out for a 3rd time flinging his weight around by attacking poor Harley and showing that Ava has joined Mulligan and himself in preparing Chaos for the mysterious “him,” and so the plot thickens.
Here we go the Main Event. This match was scheduled for One Fall (One Fall!! Sorry couldn’t help myself) The King of Chaos “Made of Stone” Danny Jones vs NJPW’s (the biggest wrestling promotion in Japan) Yota Tsuji. Flipping heck was this a stiff match, if anyone has any complaints about the validity of Pro Wrestling I encourage you to try and find this match (the DVD will be on sale soon) with in the first 2 minutes Yota Tsuji chopped Danny Jones’ chest so hard he left a scarlet hand print on his chest, this looked so sore that the entire audience took a collective intake of breath the moment we saw it. The stiff shots continued for the entire match with a true Japanese Strong Style match where Danny Proved his moniker true as he must be made of stone to take that many stiff shots and keep on fighting. The match was very back and forth with neither man able to take full control of the match until the very end, when Danny Jones gets the win proving that he deserves the King of Chaos Championship. That is it for another FANTASTIC Pro Wrestling Chaos show, their next show is Total Chaos on September 24th I believe they’re already Sold Out so if you want your chance to see this amazing show look out for a competition coming soon where you can win tickets, or get in touch with Chaos and ask them to host it in a bigger venue (let them know if you have any suggestions).
SHAMELESS PLUG Speaking of suggestions if you have any wrestling you’d like me to cover whether Local Wrestling (I’ve heard there’s some really good shows in the South West) or even the big shows like WWE (NXT / NXT UK) or AEW get in touch with us on the socials. Article by Wrestling journalist and wrestling super fan Jake Wattage
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BULLET TRAIN In Bullet Train, Brad Pitt stars as Ladybug, an unlucky assassin determined to do his job peacefully after one too many gigs gone off the rails. Fate, however, may have other plans, as Ladybug’s latest mission puts him on a collision course with lethal adversaries from around the globe—all with connected, yet conflicting, objectives—on the world’s fastest train. The end of the line is just the beginning in this non-stop thrill-ride through modern-day Japan from David Leitch, the director of Deadpool 2 In Cinemas 3rd August
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BRISTOL’S GET GROWING GARDEN TRAIL 2022 •
30 fruit and vegetable gardens open their doors to the public for a harvest-themed Trail.
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Sites participating for the first time this year include Alive Wellspring Settlement Community Gardening Group, Filton Community Garden, Hartcliffe City Farm and Market Gardens, Herbalists without Borders, Hillfields Community Garden, Inns Court Gardens, Street Goat, and The Edible Bristol Cultivation Place.
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Lots of free family-friendly activities on offer for 2022, the 10th year of the Trail.
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The Get Growing Trail is now back to full participation, with 30 groups opening their gates for the weekend. During the UK national lockdowns, increased interest in connecting with family and friends outdoors bloomed, and there was an increased interest in growing. This trend has continued, leading to a surge in community growing in Bristol this year. After a digital Get Growing Trail during the pandemic, and a smaller event for 2021, the 2022 Trail promises to be a wonderful weekend of opportunities to connect with Bristol’s growing communities. As well as garden tours, this year’s Trail includes apple pressing, mini markets, pond dipping, tree planting, a scything workshop, seasonal produce tasting, and crafts such as making origami seed packets, and drawing. Plus, the weekend offers the opportunity to learn about permaculture systems, no-dig methods, food justice and other aspects of community growing. All for free. The Trail offers families and friends the chance to explore the city’s community allotments, orchards, smallholdings, mini market gardens, city farms, productive parks and even a unique berry maze!
Full details of all 30 garden openings can be found at https://www.bristolfoodnetwork.org/ blog/get-growing-garden-trail and Trail maps are available across the city. Ramona Andrews, coordinator of this year’s trail says: “Sharing space, sharing the work, sharing produce, sharing ideas... there are just so many benefits to growing with others. Bristol boasts some amazing community growing projects all over the city. The Get Growing Trail offers the chance to have a nosey around some of them and hopefully get inspired to get growing either at home, or with others in your local community.” Trail highlights for 2022: Visit Herbalists without Borders, Bristol: a community plot growing all kinds of medicinal herbs. The group uses these in medicines for refugees and asylum seekers. The St Werburghs Medicine Garden will be open Saturday 17 September, 11am–1pm when you can learn about the use of various herbs and try teas made from the herbs.
Explore Bristol’s first dementia-friendly allotment, Alive dementia-friendly allotment Brentry. Find out more about community growing projects and therapeutic horticulture at Alive on Sunday 18 September, 2–4pm. Tour the University of Bristol Botanic Garden, discovering more about the exotic vegetables grown there on Sunday 18 September at 11am. Entry to the Botanic Garden is free on production of the Trail leaflet at the Welcome Lodge. Press apples: Have a go at all stages of the process. Royate Hill Community Orchard and Allotment Project will be running an apple pressing workshop on Saturday 17 September, 11am– 4.30pm. Meet the goats: Community-owned goat herders Street Goat welcome you to The Royate Hill Allotments on Saturday 17 and Sunday 18 September, 11am–3pm, part of The Royate Hill Nature Reserve. Explore a new Bristol farm: Two Bristol charities, Windmill Hill City Farm and Heart of BS13 took on the lease for Hartcliffe City Farm earlier this year and the Trail offers the opportunity to tour both the new Hartcliffe City Farm Market Garden and Heart of BS13 Flower Farm on Sunday 18 September 12–2.30pm.
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STRAWBERRY MARGARITA
RASPBERRY FROSÉ
What you need
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75cl Bottle dry rosé
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125g Raspberries Juice of 1 lime
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50g Caster sugar Fresh mint leaves, to garnish
150g Strawberries, hulled and roughly chopped, plus 2 or 3 halved strawberries to garnish
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Juice of 2 limes, plus slices to garnish
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1 tsp Clear honey 60ml tequila
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30ml orange liqueur
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Fill two glasses with ice
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Put the chopped strawberries into a blender with the lime juice and honey Blend until smooth
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Divide the mixture between the glasses and serve garnished with the slices of lime and halved strawberries
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Pour the wine into ice cube bags or trays and freeze for 2-3 hours, or until frozen
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Set aside a few raspberries to garnish, and put the rest in
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A blender with the lime juice and sugar
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Whizz until smooth
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In three batches, add the frozen wine cubes to the raspberry mixture, blending well after each addition, until smooth
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Serve the frosé garnished with the remaining raspberries and the mint leaves
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EASY CHICKEN PAELLA
Method Heat the oil in a large frying pan over a high heat
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1 tbsp Cold pressed rapeseed oil 4 Chicken thigh fillets, each cut into 3 pieces 2 Mixed colour peppers, sliced 4 spring onions, trimmed and sliced (from recipe on page 35) 2 garlic cloves, crushed 1 red chilli, sliced, plus extra to garnish (optional) 2 lemons, 1 zested and juiced, 1 cut into wedges to serve 1 tsp smoked paprika 200g Paella rice 200ml white wine 400ml chicken stock, made with 1 reduced salt stock cube 100g Fozen British garden peas 80g Co-op British baby spinach
Add the chicken pieces and cook for 2-3 mins, until golden. Remove from the pan and set aside Add the peppers to the pan and fry for 2 mins Reduce the heat to medium and add the spring onion, garlic and chilli (if using). Cook for 1 minute Stir through the lemon zest, smoked paprika and rice. Cook until the rice starts to turn translucent — 1-2 mins Pour in the wine and stir well to remove any bits stuck to the bottom of the pan. Season with black pepper Add the lemon juice and stock, and bring to a simmer Nestle the chicken pieces into the rice and cover the pan Simmer for 15 mins, giving the pan a shake every few minutes to prevent the rice sticking Stir the frozen peas through the rice and simmer, covered, for a further 3-4 mins, until cooked Take off the heat and stir in the spinach, until wilted Scatter the extra sliced chillies (if using) over the top, and serve garnished with lemon wedges
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NATIONAL SON’S & DAUGHTERS DAY National Son’s and Daughter’s Day on August 11th brings parents and their children together for quality time. On this day, be with the joys of your life. Let your children know that you are glad they are part of your life. While listening to the events of their day, share family stories. Find out about their hopes and dreams. Learn what inspires them. Teach them something new, or maybe there’s something they can teach you. Enjoy every day you have with them and spend as much quality time as you can. Time with our children can be fleeting. Not only do they grow quickly, but their interests and needs change, too. Whether we realize it or not, sons and daughters look up to us. They emulate our behavior – the good and the bad. As much as times change, children don’t. We craved our parent’s approval and acceptance. Our children do, too. Every child is different. Their personalities uniquely fitted to them. While one child devours books, another may de-construct every electronic device in the house. The chatterbox keeps us awake on long road trips and the night owl keeps us alert to everything under the stars. No two are the same. That’s exactly how it’s supposed to be. Celebrate them and the parts they play in your family. Do something special for your children today. If they are at home, go for a walk, or enjoy a local park. Send a card or make a phone call to grown children. Remind them how special they are to you. Use #SonsAndDaughtersDay on social media.
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SAND POINT Get to know this 6.4-km loop trail near Weston-super-Mare, Somerset. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 1 h 30 min to complete. Lovely walk and beautiful views. Proper footwear is advised due to the mixed terrain. Lovely views and quiet, so great for getting away from the stresses of modern life. There are sheep on the land so dogs should be kept on a lead in these areas. It can be rather steep, slippery and rocky at times on some parts. Overall, an easy trail to follow with some lovely scenery.
THE WALK 1. Head out the front of the car park and bear sharply right, following a surfaced road gently uphill. Turn left before a metal barrier gate to head uphill through trees. At the top of the slope, go through the gate and turn right, keeping the fence on your right. Pass through a ruined stone wall. These were built by French Prisoners captured in the French Revolutionary Wars (1792 – 1802). Head diagonally left across the grassland crossing several low banks toward a gate in the wall ahead. Go through this and the sheep fold, bearing slightly left to climb up on to a narrow ridge. Follow this until it rejoins the main track, with a surfaced access road ahead of you. 2. Carry along the track (wall on your right). Cross the surfaced access road leading down to the farm, Woodspring Priory Barn and the Priory (no access to them from this point) and bear right, slightly downhill, now with a fence to your right. Continue following this fenceline to a gate and opening in the hedge on your right. Turn right through this and continue, now with trees to your left, to pass through another hedgerow and continue on to a gate in the corner of the next field, leading onto a path overhung by trees and shrubs. Follow this to emerge in Hucker’s Bow car park, next to a large concrete sluice gate.
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3. Take the steps to the top of the sluice structure, turning back in the direction you have just come from to pass through a metal pedestrian gate onto a raised bank. Continue along the top of the bank toward a pool on the saltmarsh. The creek on your right is an important feeding area and high tide roost for wading birds. In winter listen for the calls of redshank and curlew, keeping your eyes peeled for the steely grey sickle shaped wings of a peregrine falcon. The marsh between you and the creek is a valuable habitat in winter, being more resistant to the cold than inland wetlands, so providing a place for birds to feed on the coldest of days. Bear left of the pool, passing through another metal pedestrian gate on your left. From here, bear right uphill, keeping the shrubs and scrub to your right, to again meet the surfaced track the served the Ministry of Defence establishment at St Thomas’s Head. Cross over this road at the end of an overgrown wall to follow another tumbledown boundary. Keep this wall on you right as you cross over the down, gradually descending toward the water. The worn track now turns left, with views over the Channel on your right. 4. Follow the track, continuing straight ahead when it bears left uphill, taking you through scrub and across a grassy plateau above a secluded cove. Continue on, keeping the cliffs on your right until the path rises again, rejoining your earlier route and returning you to the sheep fold you passed near the start. Cross the wooden steps over the wall to the right of the fold, bearing right ahead of you, walking around the top of another bay following a gently sloping path (though steep in places).
5. Continue past the beach, following the cliffs on your right and passing a curious conical hill to your left. If you are lucky you may spot a seal. Down to the right is a ruined shrimping hut, used up until the 1930s to boil up the catch of shrimps ready to be taken to Weston-Super-Mare. The way soon opens out onto a large flat raised beach platform. The beach has unusual volcanic rock formations called pillow lavas, formed as molten lava cooled quickly as it flowed under the sea. Tuffs can also be seen on the beach – solidified volcanic ash. Continue following the coast until it swings left, eventually bringing you to a stile at the end of a stone wall. 6. Go over the stile and follow the path bearing right, very soon turning left uphill along a track. Arrive at another conical hill, a lookout during the Second World War and possibly a beacon site. Down to the right is an unusual earth bank, thought to date back to the Iron Age. Follow the path across the grass, with Sand Bay down to the right, passing two Bronze Age burial sites. Keeping the slope of the hill on your right, follow a well worn track bearing slightly right downhill, descending into scrubby trees to a wooden gate. Continue on down the hard track, descending steps back to the car park.
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COMPLIANCE – FIRE AND FURNISHINGS Compliance Corner – The Fire and Furnishings (Fire) (Safety) (Amendment) Regulations 1988
The items below are included if they contain upholstery (soft furnishings):
Every so often, we are going to cover a Regulation or an Act, to share what it means, what it covers, and what you need to do as a landlord. This week, we are turning the spotlight on furnishings because they are so often overlooked. It’s not a catchy topic, so it’s not one that you will hear people talk about often but, if you have ever had the misfortune to witness a fire, then you will understand why we consider it so important. Take the time to get it right, know your responsibilities and keep your tenants safe and yourself compliant!
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REGULATIONS, REQUIREMENTS & DUTIES The Fire and Furnishings (Fire) (Safety) Regulations came into force on 1st November 1988, to protect furnished goods against fire. They set the levels of fire resistance for domestic upholstered furniture, furnishings, and other products containing upholstery. It is the landlord’s responsibility to ensure that any furniture left at the property complies with these regulations. 24
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MASSIVE NEW DEVELOPMENT FOR BRISLINGTON WEST TALBOT ROAD ALLOTMENT SHOW: The annual Talbot Road Allotment Show is being held a little earlier this year on Saturday 13th August from 12:30 onwards. As well as prizes for the best produce, there will be music from the Bristol Ukelele Band and refreshments from the hut. Do come along and meet or make some allotment friends. Jos regularly volunteers at the allotment shop, which is currently in a poor state of repair. We are pleased to report that the council has agreed give the outside of the shop and community area a much-needed lick of paint.
As always, there were more bids than money available and not all schemes were successful. Here in Brislington West, two schemes were selected to go forward, a school street for Eton Road and biodiversity and recreational improvements to Arnos Court Park. There was also a joint scheme with Brislington East for traffic safety improvements on Wick Road and Newbridge Road. Unfortunately, there is no guarantee that any of these schemes will ultimately be successful. However, there may be alternative sources of funding for some projects.
CIL FUNDING UPDATE:
UNSIGHTLY BILLBOARDS REMOVED:
The Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL) fund is money developers pay to the council to offset the environmental impact of their developments. Every year, individuals and groups can apply for funding for community infrastructure projects. At a meeting of councillors at City Hall last week, CIL bids were selected to go forward to the next stage of the process.
Following our intervention, we are pleased to say the unsightly and dangerous hoardings at the construction site on Bath Road opposite Arnos Vale Cemetery have now been removed by the developers and replaced with Heras fencing. They have told us that construction on the new apartment block is due to commence in November, although there will be some preparatory groundwork before then.
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COMMUNITY LITTER PICK: Thank you to everyone who joined us for our community litter pick on Saturday. We managed to collect several bags of litter in a short space of time around the Sand Hill and Whitby Road area of Brislington West. We are hoping to organise another litter pick shortly and will post details here.
HIGH STREETS RECOVERY AND RENEWAL: Do you have experience of working with the community and other stakeholders to co-design and deliver culture and event activities in the city’s priority high streets, including Brislington Village, as part of the Council’s City Centre and High Streets Recovery and Renewal Programme? The City Centre and High Streets Recovery and Renewal Programme is funded by Bristol City Council and the West of England Combined Authorities Love our High Streets project and will provide investment for Bristol-based organisations to deliver cultural events and activities until 31 August 2023. These activities and events will bring residents together, attract and welcome visitors to the high streets and support the economic recovery of the city. Further guidance notes and the expression of interest application form can be found at this web page:
The Community Boost Grants programme is a one-off funding opportunity being administered by Age UK Bristol. The money for this funding has come from the NHS Inequalities Improvement Programme. The grants are intended to allow local communities to set up their own activities or projects that will benefit people experiencing or at risk of poor health – whether that is due to long-term health conditions, significant life events, marginalisation or discrimination, stress, lack of financial security, or being unable to access opportunities for exercise or healthy meals. Although Age UK Bristol, which has previously run similar schemes, is administering the grants, projects do not need to focus on older people. Applications for projects aimed at young people, families, or for people of all ages are welcome. Groups or individuals can apply for up to £2,000 for their activity. The deadline is midday on Friday 16th September. The application form and guidance notes are available on the website here:
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THE BANWELL BYPASS Following extensive design work and two public consultations, a planning application seeking permission to build the Banwell bypass has now been submitted. In addition to the bypass, the application also seeks to deliver enhancements in Banwell village and wider improvements to the local road and active travel networks connecting surrounding villages. Councillor Steve Bridger, Leader of the Council and Executive Member for Major Projects, said: “We have now reached another key milestone as the detailed scheme proposals are submitted to the Local Planning Authority for consideration. “It is worth emphasising that these proposals offer more than just the bypass to alleviate congestion and cut journey times that residents have been calling for over decades. They also include 8 miles of new routes for walkers, cyclists and horse riders, protection of local habitats for species of otters, badger and bats, and biodiversity net gain of up to 40%. “The proposals have been shaped by two public consultations and extensive surveys and technical investigations, with resident feedback playing an absolutely vital role in refining the design. As part of the planning process, there will now be a further period of consultation and we welcome comments received through that process.” 28
Funded through Homes England’s Housing Infrastructure Fund, the Banwell bypass would run to the north of Banwell village, removing traffic from a congestion pinch point on a key route between the A38 and Weston-super-Mare. The scheme would also deliver infrastructure that could enable future housing development, subject to the new Local Plan. There will now be a 16-week statutory process where the Local Planning Authority will undertake further consultation before deciding whether permission can be granted for the scheme. The Local Planning Authority’s public consultation launched (Thursday 28 July) and will run for 30 days until Saturday 27 August. The planning application number is 22/P/1768/R3EIA, which can be accessed online at n-somerset.gov.uk/banwellbypassapplication. The application includes all relevant supporting documentation, alongsi de assessments of traffic flows, ecology and local wildlife, noise assessments and more.
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BRISTOL SPORT FOUNDATION SUPPORTING PRIMARY PUPILS IN SOUTH GLOS Hundreds of children from across South Gloucestershire have learned the value of physical and mental health in school this year thanks to a partnership between South Gloucestershire Council and the Bristol Sport Foundation (BSF). With physical exercise and mental health and wellbeing being so closely connected, the council teamed up with the Foundation, the charity wing of the organisation behind Bristol Bears Rugby, Bristol City FC and Bristol Flyers Basketball, to deliver educational sports sessions helping local children bounce back from the pandemic when opportunities for children to take part in physical exercise were more limited. As part of this year’s Budget, the Council pledged £20,000 from the Recovery and Innovation Fund, with BSF match-funding this, in partnership with St. James’s Place Charitable Foundation, to bring extra sessions into disadvantaged schools, which emphasise the importance of health and wellbeing and encourage all children to participate.
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Over the past year this has seen more than 1,000 children from primary schools across South Gloucestershire get involved with the sessions, designed to increase physical activity levels, alongside other attitudinal, behavioural and educational change. The Leader of the Council, Councillor Toby Savage, visited Coniston Primary School to see the work in action and how the programme complimented both the PE and recovery curriculum, and how it is leading to children from all backgrounds and at all ability levels growing in confidence and competence, helping them also achieving more in lessons outside sport. He saw coaches from BSF working alongside staff from the school, running a fun and inclusive basketball session, in which all the children played a full part. The Recovery and Innovation Fund has supported a range of priorities to support children who have been affected by the restrictions caused by Covid-19, from transition between primary and secondary levels, to academic support and significant social, emotional, mental health and well-being development, as well as physical development. .
Councillor Savage said: “We have been delighted to see the Bristol Sport Foundation bring in a really practical programme that has engaged so many students in our Primary schools The Recovery and Innovation Fund was designed to do exactly this: To help schools and our partners to help our children through the impacts of the pandemic and to identify and support creative ways to get them back on track to unlocking their potential. “We know that physical development helps children maintain good mental health and wellbeing and these sessions are successful in encouraging pupils of all abilities to take part, growing in confidence, which they can take into other lessons and in life. “We hope the programme continues to inspire our students to participate in other opportunities, such as the government funded Holidays Activities and Food programme which takes place throughout the summer.” Chief Community Officer at Bristol Sport Foundation, Ben Breeze, said: “We are delighted to work closely in partnership with South Gloucestershire Council, St. James’s Place Charitable Foundation and Primary Schools in the region to support young people make positive and informed life choices.
Chief Community Officer at Bristol Sport Foundation, Ben Breeze, said: “We are delighted to work closely in partnership with South Gloucestershire Council, St. James’s Place Charitable Foundation and Primary Schools in the region to support young people make positive and informed life choices. “We give young people a passion for sport and physical activity and equip them with practical ways to improve their physical and mental health through the Health Squad programme.” Martina Nertney, Grants Manager at St. James’s Place Charitable Foundation, said: “We are delighted to contribute to the funding of the Health Squad programme supporting young people in Bristol to attain positive physical and mental health which will have life-long impact. The Headteacher at Coniston Primary School, Alan Walters, said: “The way the Bristol Sports Foundation coaches engage the children and the staff through fun, inclusive lessons and help them develop their core skills has completely transformed school sport at Coniston. “Children of all abilities make progress and to see some of our most vulnerable children leading from the front is credit to the way lessons are delivered. The coaches are excellent and the culture they create has spread to other areas of our curriculum.
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Working with experienced wardens, volunteers have taken on a stretch of the route that they walk regularly, keeping it well maintained and easy to walk. The new rangers recently joined the volunteers who worked on the path improvements at a thank you event.
BATHSCAPE LAUNCHES The Circuit of Bath takes in river, canal, meadows, woodland and peaceful valleys and provides a beautiful walk in any season.
Councillor Mark Roper, cabinet assistant for Neighbourhood Services, said: “Many people enjoyed taking walks in their local area during the pandemic. This new walking route offers a longer connected path around our beautiful city and surrounding countryside. It’s also a great motivator for people who want to improve their fitness or wellbeing. The Circuit of Bath walking route is accessible by public transport and the easy-to-use guides and waymarking will get you round safely. For people who already know the route, why not take a couple of hours a month to help as a ranger and help others enjoy our beautiful local landscape?”
The route is based on the Julian House Circuit of Bath walk, which the Bath-based charity has been checking and refining every It passes classic Bath landmarks in the year since 2001. People looking for a landscape – Little Solsbury Hill, Beckford’s challenge who want to try to walk the full Tower, Dundas Aqueduct, the Kennet & distance in one day, can sign up to the Julian Avon Canal, Millennium viewpoint and the House sponsored walk on Sunday, 25 Wansdyke. The route also includes the September. You can register for it here. On picture-perfect villages of Woolley, Upper this date, Julian House will provide check Swainswick, Bathampton, Monkton Combe, South Stoke and Englishcombe. You can find points, with water, snacks and toilets and a shuttle bus in case you want to shorten the more information here. walk. You’ll be able to raise vital money to support people experiencing homelessness With its compact layout and surrounding hills and valleys, Bath is known as one of the and escaping domestic abuse. The Julian House walk is the finale of the annual most beautiful and most walkable cities in Bathscape Walking Festival, featuring 60+ the UK. walks on different themes and in different locations. Bathscape project manager, Dan Merrett, said: “This is a significant milestone in our For a more leisurely approach to the route, project and one of which we are very proud. the walk has been divided into four sections Through our project partner, Cotswolds linking to public transport stops. The route National Landscape, we have made physical improvements to the route including maps, step by step instructions and travel installing waymarkers and we now have trail information are available here. Walking it in sections is also great training for the guides ready to use, splitting the route into sponsored walk! You’ll also find this and other four sections. Walkers can really challenge walking trails on the Bathscape map. themselves whilst experiencing the best of Bath as a landscape city. We’re grateful to A team of volunteers have been checking and the Cotswold Voluntary Wardens and Bath Ramblers for all their work and to the players rechecking the instructions, but continued of the National Lottery, which are funding the feedback on the walk and the guides is welcomed, please get in touch with us at project.” info@bathscape.co.uk. Bathscape will continue working with Cotswolds National Bathscape has worked with a large group Landscape and Bath Ramblers to carry out of volunteers to complete the improvements more improvement works on the route. and waymarking and has recently recruited a team of volunteer rangers to look after the 32 route.
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It is said that the famed novelist, who gave us some of the greatest novels of all time, once visited The Saracens Head pub in Bath. This pub is well known in its own right, being the oldest pub in the city, having been established way back in 1713.
BATH HAS ITS OWN CURRENCY
URANUS WAS DISCOVERED IN BATH
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LIONESSES INSPIRE LOCAL GIRLS TO START PLAYING AND SUPPORTING GAS GIRLS The success of the Lionesses has pushed women’s football into the stratosphere and has changed our game forever. Throughout the tournament, and especially after the amazing scenes we witnessed at Wembley Stadium on Sunday evening, Women’s football clubs have been inundated with emails and messages from fans, local girls’ clubs, players, and schools asking for support or expressing an interest in football. Due to the dramatic increase in interest Bristol Rovers wanted to offer supporters some more information about the ‘Gas Girls’ and how you can support the girls in the famous blue & whites.
THE STORY SO FAR. Bristol Rovers Community Trust re-launched the ‘Gas Girls’ focusing on four key areas of impact: • • • •
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The whole club is run by a team of enthusiastic and committed volunteers. After the first ‘Open Trials’ which attracted more than one hundred hundred players, two squads were selected to form our first team and development team.
The ‘Gas Girls’ kicked off their first season in the Gloucestershire County Women’s League, the seventh tier of the pyramid. Despite winning all of their matches, the season was declared null & void due to the Covid-19 Pandemic. The following season saw the girls pick up where they left off and sealed their first league title and promotion.
The girls also made history by returning to The Memorial Stadium and breaking the attendance record for a ‘Her Game Too’ friendly, when they beat Forest Green Rovers 3-1 in front of over 2,500 fans. The club and its players have also played a vital role within our community, supporting the Community Trust with their work during the pandemic, appearing at kids’ parties at the club, school visits, grassroots club visits and assisting with a supporter’s fitness group. The Football Association recognised this when the ‘Gas Girls’ won the Best Community Development Award in 2019. How can you watch the Gas Girls? Both Bristol Rovers squads play at Lockleaze Sports Centre. A £6m facility that boasts a brand-new 4G pitch and a viewing balcony for spectators. The venue has a large clubhouse serving food, teas, coffees, soft drinks, and alcohol. Entry is currently free, for all spectators and games take place on Sundays at 2pm (Unless stated otherwise) Fixtures for the 2022/23 season will be released very soon and we are expecting to hear more news in the next couple of weeks.
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THE INTRODUCTION OF A CHARGING CLEAN AIR ZONE WILL BE CHALLENGING FOR SOME PEOPLE
What is already available and what’s being planned to do.
Although they are doing what they can to support people who are most impacted, including people on low incomes and small businesses.
You may be able to apply for an exemption from Bristols Clean Air Zone charge if you meet the eligibility criteria and own a vehicle that does not meet the zones emission standards.
The Government will be offering grants and loans to people and businesses to help replace vehicles that don’t meet the zone’s emission standards.
There will be temporary exemptions specific to Bristol as well as national exemptions for all UK Clean Air Zones.
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4 Ways To Reduce Your Fashion Footprint Reducing your fashion footprint is something we should all be aiming to do. Take one look at the news and we are constantly reminded about the real damage the fashion industry has on our environment, it can’t go unmissed. So what can we do to help reduce our own fashion footprint? Let’s find out.
1. Evaluate The Current Brands You Shop At Shopping from sustainable brands is a huge way that you can lower your fashion footprint. These brands have all successfully integrated environmental, economic and social issues into their business ethics, meaning that as a consumer you can shop from them knowing that their sustainable ethics aline with yours. Some UK ethical brands include: People Tree, Levis , Blonde Gone Rogue, Plant Faced, Rapanui
2. Shop Secondhand, Swap Clothes, and Rent Thrifting has become a huge trend with millennials and for those who are passionate about slow fashion, this is great news. It means every generation is starting to think about the long-term effects our clothing has on the world. Second-hand shops can be found everywhere in the world and now most websites also offer second-hand options, so we have no excuse not to shop this way. Swapping clothing has become a new initiative we’ve seen pop up over the past 24 months. People will bring clothes they no longer wear and exchange them for items they will use. The great thing about swapping is that it can be done just with your family and friends and it is a super affordable and eco-friendly way to refill your wardrobe. If you are a trend lover then you’ve probably heard in the news all about clothes rentals. This growing industry has seen several new companies pop up, all offering a renting service. They have grown by getting fashion influencers involved and allowing the public to rent their favourite online bloggers’ outfits. You can also rent from normal everyday people, either is a great option, especially for clothes such as your formal event dress, maternity wear, etc. 44
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4. Spend Time Repairing Your Old Items When your favourite old t-shirt gets a rip in instead of instantly throwing it away we suggest looking for a small business that specialises in repairs. Not only will you have your favourite t-shirt back but you will be helping a business that truly appreciates every sale. If you don’t feel like paying someone to repair your clothing, you can also get creative and use some of your own DIY skills to repair your t-shirt. To conclude, if everyone in the world did just one thing to reduce their fashion footprint then our environment would be in a much better place. It’s all about evaluating your current approach to fashion and making some tweaks to reduce long terms effects.
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“Some hotels are seeing their gas bills rise from £10-12,000 per month, to around £50,000. “Whereas a quality steak would cost £5.50 not too long ago, it now costs £10. We’ve seen year-on-year price increases of nearly 40% for bakery/flour purchases, more than 60% for dairy, more than 45% for eggs and egg products and 20% for laundry. “These are just a few examples of the soaring costs we are facing and why we are calling for long-term Government help.”
NEW PM MUST CUT VAT
In July 2020, the Government announced a temporary 5% reduced rate of VAT for the hospitality industry. This was increased to 12.5% in October 2021. In April this year, VAT returned to its full rate.
Hoteliers in Bristol are urging whoever becomes the new Prime Minister to cut the rate of VAT to help their businesses survive the post-pandemic threat of soaring costs.
Mr Herzog said: “We will soon have a new Prime Minister and we are hoping that he or she will look to re-introduce a reduced rate of VAT for hospitality businesses.
The Bristol Hoteliers Association (BHA) spoke out in the wake of a report from industry body UKHospitality and business property advisor Christie & Co which revealed operating costs in the hospitality sector have risen to 55.2% of annual turnover (before rent), the highest level since 2007.
“This would be a significant step towards supporting struggling hotels, restaurants, pubs and others.
Prices in the UK are rising at their fastest rate for 40 years, with UK inflation hitting 9.4% in June. The BHA has long been calling for a reduced rate of VAT for hospitality and leisure businesses and has renewed that call in the wake of growing financial pressures. BHA Chair Raphael Herzog said: “Even with lockdown restrictions lifted, many hospitality businesses have been unable to open fully due to staff shortages. “The effect of both Brexit and pandemic lockdowns – which saw staff find new roles elsewhere – means some kitchens have had to stay closed. “Add to that the increase in minimum wage, increased costs of food supplies and the soaring energy prices, and we are still along, long, way from the road to recovery. 46
“We are all facing soaring operating costs at a time when many household budgets are being stretched and more and more people are finding it harder to afford to be able to enjoy all that the hospitality sector has to offer. “At the end of last year, the Government announced grants of up to £6,000 for hospitality businesses. But that would only cover us for what we lose in one day with a conference booking, as an example. “We need the Government to reintroduce the reduced rate of VAT – at least temporarily but ideally on a permanent basis. “Right now we have very little revenue, increases in costs and continuing staff difficulties. It’s very hard to operate a business in the current climate, with more money going out than coming in. “We need more support, not only from the Government, but from other companies and customers to help with our long-term recovery from the impact of the pandemic.”
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BRISTOL CITY COUNCIL INVESTS IN NEW E-BIKE KIT Bristol City Council has expanded its bike loan scheme to include an additional 20 bikes that have been converted to electric. The Revos eBike Conversion Kits are designed and made in Bristol and are an affordable and very efficient way to convert existing bikes to electric. The kits can be fitted in around half an hour and weigh so little that you can happily ride without it being powered up. The council will be offering residents the chance to try out the Revos eBikes in a onemonth free trial, enabling them to replace trips which may otherwise have been taken by car. Since 2016, the council’s loan bike scheme has helped over 1,500 people to borrow one of its bikes. In total, there are now 60 regular bikes, 22 eBikes, 20 Revos eBikes, and 11 folding bikes available to loan. The loan scheme is available for anyone over 18 years old and a deposit is required on collection. Councillor Don Alexander, Cabinet Member for Transport, said: “The aim of this scheme is to introduce more people to e-bike conversion kits and let them experience the benefits first-hand. We’re offering an opportunity to try out a new technology that is better for the environment, helping us to work towards cleaner air, and less congestion and pollution, while being an affordable option. By being able to test the Revos eBikes, it will hopefully help residents to decide whether this might be a suitable long-term transport option for them and encourage them to purchase a kit for themselves”. The cycle expansion is part of the WECA’s wider plans to increase the number of e-bikes on roads up and down the region after last year winning £248,000 from the Government to buy e-bikes and expand e-bike loan schemes like the scheme in Bristol. WECA Metro Mayor Dan Norris said: “The £12,300 cash injection from WECA means more Bristolians will be able to reap the benefits of pedal power. If we want more people to leave their cars at home, the alternatives need to be convenient, safe and affordable. EBikes are getting more and more popular and given that Bristol is rather hilly, are a gamechanger. 48
“More Bristolians can try and experience the benefits of e-bikes and enjoy riding on two wheels without having to be a lycra-clad fitness fanatic! This is important to enable us to reach our ambitious net-zero targets and let local people breathe cleaner air and lead healthier lives.” Some residents have already embraced the new Revos eBikes and are keen to encourage others to try them out. Edana, from Totterdown who trialled a Revos eBike for four weeks, said: “I borrowed a bike to see if I could find a healthy way to exercise and get around the city, including commuting to work. I opted for a Revos eBike to make it easier on my lower body when I had to tackle Bristol’s hills. “The trial has made me want to change the way that I get to work or travel for small errands, and I am thinking about purchasing one of the Revos eBike Conversion Kits to put on my own bike at home. I would highly recommend trying out one of the bikes, especially as the council’s Sustainable Travel Team offer a five-star service.” The Revos eBike Conversion Kits were developed locally by Revolutionworks. They are based at Filwood Green Business Park, which is a Bristol City Council and Homes and Communities Agency initiative, that provides space for small and medium sized business with an environmental ethos. Mark Palmer, Director from Revolutionworks, said: “We were delighted when Bristol City Council decided to add our Revos eBike Conversion Kits to 20 of their loan scheme bikes. Bristol is a hilly city and the Revos eBikes are ideal to help people up them. As we say, with Revos – hills are history! “We design and make Revos eBikes in the city, so it would be great if more Bristol cyclists used them as a green way to get about and keep healthy. The conversion kits are easy to fit, but we'd be happy to help anyone who brings their bike to us in our Bristol workshop”.
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QUARTERLY COMPANY INSOLVENCIES INCREASE BY 81% YEAR-ON-YEAR Following the publication today of the latest insolvency statistics by The Insolvency Service for the quarter ended 30 June 2022, Claire Burden, Partner in the Advisory Consulting team at Evelyn Partners, the wealth management and professional services group, comments:
The insolvency statistics published by The Insolvency Service for the quarter ended 30 June 2022 show that the seasonally adjusted number of registered company insolvencies (5,629) in England and Wales was 81% higher than the number registered in the same quarter in the previous year, and a 13% increase on the previous quarter. The number of company insolvencies was particularly influenced by creditors’ voluntary liquidations (CVLs), with 4,908 recorded in Q2 2022. The Insolvency Service commented: “The number of CVLs increased to the highest quarterly level since the start of the series in 1960.” One in every 228 companies entered liquidation in the last quarter. The three industries particularly impacted are construction, retail and hospitality. 50
While CVL numbers are now higher than pre-pandemic levels, the numbers for other corporate insolvency procedures have now increased above pre-pandemic levels.
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Other insolvency types, such as administrations where business rescue is the focus, remain significantly lower than pre-pandemic levels. I am concerned that Quarter businesses have an overload of covid related debt such as bounceback loans and HMRC arrears, which reduce options available for The importance of directors paying close an insolvency practitioner to rescue the attention to the financial health of their trading and jobs. business has become critical as a result of a number of factors. Now that the government’s measures to support businesses have ended, it is more Inflation in the UK has now risen to 9%, the important than ever for directors to get help highest rate it has been for decades, with as early as possible to increase the interest rates increasing to dampen inflation. likelihood of a rescue before it is too late. In addition, the rising price of energy for For any directors who are worried about businesses, for which there is no cap, leaves the financial position of their business, we them very exposed. Whether these and other recommend seeking professional advice as factors will result in the UK falling into early as possible. The earlier that advice is recession later this year is unclear. sought then the greater number of options there will be for the business. 1000
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