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This week.. 4. Lady Nades new track 6. Five ways to prevent keyless car theft 8. Asymptomatic testing 12. Bridging history 15. Horoscopes 16. Your garden in July 18. Plum Sangria 25. It’s a womans world 32. Thousands of meals 38. Whats on at the cinema 40. Citizens recommendations 44. Local performing group 46. Flexible rail tickets 48. Job satisfaction And much more inside this week!

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Bristol Beacon premieres A New Song For Bristol – Lady Nade’s new track ‘Bristol Is Our Playground’ Bristol Beacon has today (23 June) released a new track as part of its ‘A New Song For Bristol’ project – a new track by singer-songwriter Lady Nade entitled ‘Bristol Is Our Playground’.

Link will be live from 6am Wednesday 23rd June.

On making the track, Lady Nade commented, “I loved writing with the Mini Singers, writing with children is always much fun as the In Nov 2020 Bristol Beacon launched ‘A New inner critic hasn’t fully come into awareness Song For Bristol’, a city-wide project calling yet - as we tend to get older the inner critic out to the Bristol public to submit their knows exactly what’s needed to trigger your experiences of life in Bristol over the course of tender inner child’s worst fears of not being the last year, through words and music. good enough, smart enough, or of being too much. Taking a trip to outer-space was just a As part of the project Bristol Beacon great example of what an adult may not have commissioned six Bristol-based artists to write included in a song about Bristol, what’s the original tracks, directly inspired or co-created relevance?! I love this kind of magic. with groups of Bristolians of all ages, developed through a number of special online The song was a collaboration and I’m really workshops. proud of the final product, the freedom of a child's mind will inspire me in future writing 'Bristol Is Our Playground’ was written during and albums.” the last lockdown and was created in collaboration with members of Mini Singers, Bristol 'Bristol Is Our Playground’ is the last ‘A New Beacon’s choir for Key Stage 1 Children. Song For Bristol’ track out of six to be released, sharing the work of the New Song For You can listen to the new track via Bristol Bristol collective of artists and the groups they Beacon’s YouTube channel by clicking the have been working with. image above.

The tracks already released include ‘Trousers Optional’ by This Is The Kit, inspired by the creative submissions from members of the Bristol public received by Bristol Beacon in response to its call out; ‘Revolution’ by Kwazi, X4 and CVNCH created with songwriter and vocalist Javeon; ‘Only For Now’ written by electronic artist and producer Kayla Painter in collaboration with FLOW Creative, Bristol Beacon’s accessible music-making club for young musicians; ‘Boombox’ by KALA CHNG, inspired by members of the Filwood Community, ‘When Music Says A Thousand Words’ by composer Lloyd Coleman which features the voices of Bristol Youth Choir; and last week, ‘Lockdown Riddim’ by producer and vocalist Grove in collaboration with Hope Creative, Bristol Beacon’s programme for young people in care. Funded by the National Lottery Heritage Fund, Help Musicians, PRS Foundation Talent Development Partnership and Paul Hamlyn Foundation, ‘A New Song for Bristol’ is part of Bristol Beacon’s ongoing work to uncover and share the historic venue’s heritage and role within the city alongside its multimillion-pound transformation.

All submissions for ‘A New Song For Bristol’ are being collated into a living archive, which will be included in the heritage displays at the re-opened Bristol Beacon. To listen to all of the ‘A New Song For Bristol’ tracks, the public can visit the Bristol Beacon website by clicking the image above 5

5 ways to prevent keyless car theft Unlike standard cars where access without raising the alarm requires the key, keyless entry models can be ‘tricked’ into thinking a key is present through a transmitter and receiver device. If your car’s fob isn’t stored safely, then it can be very easy for a pair of opportune thieves to pick up the key’s radio frequency signal, without having to break into your house. Luckily, however, there are many ways in which you can make it extremely difficult for them to do this and protect your motor. Here are five methods to easily protect your keyless entry car. 1. Put your keys in a blocking pouch A blocking pouch, or ‘Faraday bag’ as it’s also known, is an affordable way to prevent remote access to your key fob. The pouch is lined with a metallic material that isolates the fob’s radio frequency and prevents its transmission to relay devices used by car thieves. All you need to do is put your key in the bag, close it up and Bob’s your uncle! Blocking pouches are universal and fit the vast majority of key fobs, but it’s important to make sure that the whole key is covered for them to work successfully. They can be found both online and in autocentres and they don’t break the bank, with prices around £5 each.

2. Turn off keyless entry on your fob Most models which come with a keyless fob can have the wireless signal manually turned off. This is a sure fire way to prevent car theft because you don’t need to worry about anyone intercepting the signal. Turning the signal off is different for each vehicle, but you should be able to find out how inside the car’s manual. If you can’t find the relevant information in the manual you should contact the manufacturer if you own the vehicle, or your provider if it’s a lease car. For Ford’s MyKey keyless entry system, for example, you can do this inside the vehicle by going into its settings on the dashboard, selecting ‘alarm system’ and then deselecting ‘KeyFree’. 3. Steering wheel lock or alarm Although wheel locks can be seen as a thing of the past, mechanical devices such as these can be useful as thieves may rely on digital tools when planning on stealing a car. As well as making it harder for your car to be stolen, wheel locks are also an obvious deterrent because of their size and (sometimes) colour. To top it off, they are affordable too at around only £20 for a standard one. An alternative to a steering wheel lock is fitting a car alarm. These are a bit more complex as they involve removing panels and wiring through the firewall to connect the alarm and siren – but most autocentres should be able to fit third-party alarms on your behalf. Fitting a steering wheel lock or alarm may also have the added benefit of reducing your car insurance premiums too. Remember: if you’re currently leasing your car, you need to look for prior approval from your provider when shopping for these as it could be in breach of your contract.

4. Store keys away from entry points

5. Position your car securely

As key fobs generally have a range of between 5-20 metres on average, storing your keys as far away as possible from entry points could make it harder for thieves to pick up their signal.

Ideally, if you can, park your car in a secure garage where it’s difficult to get to in the first place. However, If you don’t have this access, you can still position your vehicle somewhere which is as close to your house as possible. For example, if you have off-street parking you could park your car somewhere you can see it easily.

This is because the method for relay theft involves a thief standing close to the house with a device to try and transmit the relayed signal from your key to an accomplice’s device. So, by keeping the key as far away from doors and windows and in a Faraday Bag, you’re making it nigh on impossible for thieves to receive the signal. Remember: take the same approach with any spare keys too, as thieves only need to pick up one signal to gain access to your car.

While this doesn’t sound like much protection for your car, when applied with the other methods to secure your keyless entry model, it’s another layer of security.

Asymptomatic testing site opens in city centre “Please get tested and help to keep Bristol safe.” In light of rising COVID-19 infection rates in Bristol, the local authority has added new ways for residents to access asymptomatic community testing. This weekend, a new walk-in PCR testing site has opened at Bristol Harbour, Hanover Quay, for people who do not have symptoms of COVID-19, in particular young people visiting or meeting with friends in the area, local hospitality and leisure staff and nearby residents. Director for Communities and Public Health, Christina Gray said: “We are once again at a critical point in the pandemic, with the number of infections per 100,000 of the population back up at over 100, from less than 20 just four weeks ago. This rate is rising sharply every day, and we’re seeing people unwell with COVID-19 in our hospitals again, putting additional pressure on our NHS. After the last eighteen months of hard work and sacrifice we’ve all given, this is the last thing we want to see for Bristol.

“A high number of cases are in our under 30 age group, so we’ve opened up a new asymptomatic PCR testing unit in the centre of the city where people are outside enjoying the nice weather and meeting with friends in our pubs and bars. We have a young, vibrant population in Bristol, many of whom are still yet to receive both doses of their vaccination. “Our aim is to encourage as many people in that group to come and get a PCR test even if they don’t have symptoms; the tests are sensitive to picking up infection and will help to keep people safe as the vaccination programme continues to pick up pace. One in three people carrying the virus do not display symptoms and we need to find these cases so that people can isolate and stop the spread.

“I know it’s tiring to keep hearing the same messages over and over again, but a few small actions really do make a difference. Please keep washing your hands, covering your face where necessary and giving others space. Keep taking your regular lateral flow (rapid) tests twice a week. If you’re 18 and over, please book in your vaccination.” Lateral flow (rapid) tests are available to everyone in Bristol through local pharmacies, collection sites in the city and by ordering packs online at GOV.uk. The local authority is now providing packs of lateral flow (rapid) tests at some sports venues and leisure centres in the city, making it even easier for people to pick up tests on the go. Deputy Mayor and Cabinet Member for Communities and Public Health, Cllr Asher Craig said: “Asymptomatic testing is so important in helping our Public Health teams identify infection and enable people to safely self-isolate and cut off chains of transmission. This new site in the beating heart of our city centre will provide more easy avenues for our young people to get tested and keep Bristol safe.

“I know many of our younger population are desperate to book in their vaccination and new appointments are being put on the system every day. While you’re waiting for your jab, I encourage you to make use of these new sites in the city, and to please continue taking your lateral flow (rapid) tests twice a week. Many of the cases we’re seeing in Bristol at the moment are being picked up through lateral flow (rapid) tests. “Please get tested and help to keep Bristol safe.” To find out where to access lateral flow (rapid) tests near you, visit the local authority’s rapid testing guide. If you have symptoms of COVID-19, selfisolate immediately and book a PCR test on GOV.uk or by calling 119. 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 selfisolate. Call 0800 694 0184 for free if you need help.

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VITAL CHARITY JESSIE MAY CALL FOR SUPPORT DURING CHILDRENS HOSPICE WEEK “Me and my family are pushed to our limits every day. Jessie May can’t be pushed to theirs” Finding out their child will have a short life sends a family into freefall. Jessie May is able to catch them, to offer vital support, in the family's own home. This year’s Children’s Hospice Week (21st - 25th June) marks the start of the Jessie May Summer Appeal. An important time for us to share aspects of the crucial work we do. One of the children Jessie May supports is 9-month-old Alessi. Alessi was born during the COVID Pandemic, and was diagnosed with severe Cerebral Palsy after a complicated labour. Reagan, Alessi’s mum, relies on Jessie May. “I’d had a straightforward pregnancy and was looking forward to welcoming a new bundle of joy to our family. But the labour was far from straightforward. Many things happened but ultimately Alessi’s heartbeat stopped. Once she was here, we were told the news no Mum or Dad ever wants to hear: our daughter was unlikely to live for very long. In fact, they said they’d be surprised if she made it past the first day. 9 months later and Alessi needs round the clock care. She regularly has terrifying seizures and needs to be suctioned constantly and tube fed. Me and Mitch - her dad, take turns to sleep so that someone is always with her. At the same time, it’s a constant struggle to get the support we need – emotionally, financially and practically.

And after a year in and out of lockdown, with Alessi in and out of hospital, and cut off from our support networks - we feel pushed to our limits. Some days we don’t know how we can go any longer. There’s no one else in our family, bar Mitch and I, who can care for Alessi. No one who can relieve us. Except the Jessie May nurses, they are trained professionals and I know Alessi is safe when she is with them. If I need someone, they’re there. They’re helping us rebuild from the trauma of Alessi’s birth and diagnosis, and without them, life would be very different. Me and my family are pushed to our limits every day. Jessie May can’t be pushed to theirs.” More and more children are being diagnosed with serious illnesses – putting more and more pressure on hospice services like Jessie May. If they are to help every family like Alessi’s they need the continued support of the general public and local businesses to do so. Support Jessie May this Children’s Hospice Week, by making a donation or by pushing yourself to your limits and taking part in a fundraising challenge. You can read the full story, or make a donation on their website here: www.jessiemay. org.uk/pushed-to-the-limits

Part of the process will involve looking at significant events and their meanings and making sure we share stories with generations to come. This work will be an important step in helping us live with difference." We Are Bristol History Commission learning project launched Communities in Bristol and beyond are being invited to explore their past, present and future, by taking part in a new learning project launched by the We Are Bristol History Commission and partners. Bridging Histories will take people of all ages through a series of free educational activities to connect with others, learn about the past, and create positive change for the future. The open-to-all project will encourage individuals or groups such as school pupils or residents of streets to share what they create on the Bridging Histories website. Among the activities within the project are sharing ‘I am from’ poems and pictures, sharing a recipe and a story to go with it, finding out about the history of your street; learning something new about your family history; being a monument detective; and being a changemaker - doing something simple to make a positive change in yourself or the world around you.

Bridging Histories will also soon be launching in London and learning groups in cities and countries globally will be joining over the summer and upcoming year. Co-chairs of London’s Commission for Diversity in the Public Realm, Deputy Mayor’s Debbie Weekes-Bernard and Justine Simons OBE said: “Our diversity is our greatest strength so it’s important that we learn about all aspects of our past. By listening to the voices and experiences of others, we can be properly informed about our history and use this to help shape our future. That’s why we’re so pleased to see the We Are Bristol History Commission development and look forward to the Bridging Histories project launching in London soon.”

Participants will automatically be entered into the Summer Stars Competition and the Changemakers Competition, with the winners of the Changemaker Competition receiving £100 - £1,000 and a session with a mentor to develop their changemaking further. Winners of the Summer Stars competition will receive £100 and a chance to feature in a Summer Stars series, where people from different walks of life will be hosted to share what they have made and talk about their experiences. By completing four or more activities, Bristol participants will also be eligible for a Certificate of Participation from the University of Bristol. Marvin Rees, Mayor of Bristol, said: “Everyone experiences the consequences of the past differently. The Bridging Histories project will help us all build a better understanding of Bristol’s story by learning about our origins and our journey. 12

The Bridging Histories project is directed by Dr Joanna Burch-Brown, Senior Lecturer in Philosophy at University of Bristol, and is the first major project of the We Are Bristol History Commission, which was set up last summer to lead conversations to help Bristol to better understand its history and ensure that everyone in the city can share their views on how that is reflected in the future.

Dr Burch-Brown said: “This is about celebrating our city, ourselves and each other, connecting, learning our history, getting new skills, and making a positive difference. “People from every walk of life will be invited to join in. The project welcomes all ages, political views and social groups, aiming to help people connect with others, learn about the past, and create positive change for the future. We want to tap into peoples’ creativity and expertise. We’ll be helping each other get the tools we need to make positive changes in our communities. “We’ll start with sharing our own experiences and learning about each other. Then we’ll take a dip into history, and we’ll finish with making a difference in the world today.” To find out more and take part, visit www. bridginghistories.com. Participants can share activities by emailing activities@bridginghistories.com or posting to Bridging Histories at the Mayor’s Office, Bristol City Council, City Hall, BS1 5TR, and by promoting what they share on social media like Twitter, Facebook and Instagram.

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July Horoscopes Aquarius Jan 20-Feb 18 You may come across a situation or conversation that seems someone is being dealt a rough deal.Try not to get involved in any conflicts, you may find this difficult as your natural way is to try and bring balance and harmony. Work with your intuition in any tricky, or delicate situation. Keywords intuition, balance and harmony

Pisces Feb 19 - Mar 20 You may need to follow your intuition and keep your sensible side very much at the fore.You may be trying to juggle work with some social life, although at present we all know that can be tricky. Try not to allow things to make you feel stressed, try to keep calmness and peace within you as much as possible. Remember balance is a very good thing if you can bring that into your everyday situations. Keywords calm, wisdom and balance

Aries Mar 21 - Apr 19 You could be feeling a bit fed up, and stuck. Things do seem as though they will begin to move soon, and your social life looks as though it will be picking up. Family and friends are very important to you now, and along with this your home surroundings, which may mean a few small changes or a lick of of paint to your home. Keywords Home, family and friends

Taurus Apr 20 - May 20 Relationships and your home environment seem highlighted at this time. There may be some situation that will make you feel you need to address the balance, as somebody or something seems to be being treated unfairly. Clear communication, on both sides seem very important now. Try to bring Clarity and calmness into any tricky situation. Keywords relationships and clear communication

Gemini May 21 - June 20 If you have a problem or something bothering you, don’t keep it locked up within yourself, maybe discuss it with someone close, maybe spend some time in quiet meditation, or contemplation. You may be feeling a bit stuck and things seem quite hard going at present. Nothing stays the same and you may find over the next few weeks things begin to slowly become a bit easier and you begin to feel more positive. Keywords meditation or contemplation

Cancer June 21 - July 22 You could find that you have one of those wonderful lightbulb moments, when something that has been bothering you, or eluding you, suddenly makes sense. Along with this it may bring some new things or new ideas. It does look as though as much as possible at this strange time, your social life begins to improve.everyone else’s safety Keywords. Sudden realisation and new things.

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Leo July 23 - Aug 22 There may seem to be a few tricky situations or hold-ups, but they seem to be temporary, and may show you something That could enlighten you. This may open doors for you and bring you new opportunities, which could lead to some positive changes. Keywords opportunities and changes

Virgo Aug 23 - Sept 22 If you are feeling a little unclear in your thinking, cut yourself some slack. We are all having to deal with a strange situation Be sensitive to your own needs as well as those of others, and you may find you still have inner strength that will help you through. This in turn may help you to help others. Keywords Sensitivity and inner strength

Libra Sept 23 - Oct 22 Communication seems to be a little challenging at the moment, in some areas. Stay calm and focused, and don’t let things get on top of you. Once these issues have been sorted, you may find Some positive and new opportunities. Keywords communication and opportunities

Scorpio Oct 23 - Nov 21 You could be feeling that things are being held up, and there seems to be a few obstacles in small areas of your life, that becoming are a little irritating. As much as you can try to find some you time, and use it to bring calm and balance back. Keywords obstacles, find balance

Sagittarius Nov 22 - Dec 21 This could be a good time to do an overview of some areas of your life. It may be changing things at home, changing routine, or something else. Clearing things both emotionally and practically may be useful too. These kind of changes can bring new things and ideas into your life. Keywords overview and new things

Capricorn Dec 22 0 Jan 19 There could be changes coming your way, seems to be likely with relationships. Maybe it’s these challenging times, that was showing you who your true friends are. Also this time could be useful to try and find balance in many areas of your life. Keywords changes, and balance

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Your Garden In July

Fling the doors open to the garden and head outside! Summer is here and what better way to spend your free time than being outside and enjoying your beautiful flower filled garden. Keep plants looking good by regularly deadheading and you’ll enjoy a longer display of bloom. Make sure you keep new plants well hydrated to get them through those long, hot days and hoe off those pesky weeds, which can thrive in the sunshine. Although this still can be a busy time in the garden, don’t forget to find the time to sit back and relax so that you can enjoy all the hard work you’ve put in to achieve your beautiful display. FEED, WEED, AND DEADHEAD

Adding a liquid feed to your weekly watering regime will give a much needed boost to hanging baskets, container and borders helping them to produce more flowers and, in some cases encouraging a second flourish of flowers late in the season. Bedding plants, roses and many other perennials will also benefit from regular dead heading. This will prolong the flowering period making the garden more attractive and will also prevent the plants from putting their energy in to seed heads. Simply pinch off the fading flowers, or for tougher branches use secateurs. 16

Don’t forget to keep weeds down they steal vital moisture and nutrients. Kill them by regularly hoeing borders and vegetable patches. Larger weeds should be dug out or pulled up by hand. With Hanging baskets a bit of common sense goes a long way. Try lifting a container or basket. Does if feel light or under watered? How does the compost look? Is it pale and shrunken away from the sides? Dig into the compost with your fingers. Does it feel dry? It should be moist but not dripping wet. During prolonged dry spells, water at least once a day. SPEND SOME LAZY HOURS IN THE GARDEN

After all your hard work, enjoy the sunshine and laze in your garden.

PLANT OF THE MONTH: Salvia A member of the sage family. Salvias are diverse group of plants ranging from annuals to herbaceous perennials and herbs Why should you plant them? With flowers that are popular with wildlife, they not only deliver colour and fragrance but are also great at attracting bees and butterflies. Salvias are long flowering with the potential to put on a great show from June through much of the summer and in to autumn.

How should you plant them? Plant in full sun, with very well drained soil, and water well when it’s dry. Trim in the spring to maintain shape and deadhead once the flowers start to fade.

Thornbury high street changes approved Thornbury High Street scheme brought in because of the pandemic has been adopted permanently despite opposition from the community. South Gloucestershire Council closed the route in Thornbury on 7th June last year as part of social distancing.

Thornbury councillor Maggie Tyrrell, the deputy leader of the Liberal Democrat opposition group, said in a statement online that it was no surprise that the “very divisive” experiment had triggered a “well organised campaign” of opposition.

But traders and residents had urged the council to reopen the road to boost footfall and to improve access.

But she added there were problems with traffic on the High Street before the pandemic and two previous consultations had found residents wanted it to be “more pedestrian friendly”.

Council leader Toby Savage said in a statement online he was "comfortable" they had taken the feedback into account.

This follows objection from dozens of residents who wrote to the council expressing their objection to the proposed changes.

The local authority's ruling group voted One person wrote: "Before making decisions unanimously to adopt the scheme permanently this afternoon, bear in mind that the majority on Monday 21st June, according to the Local of Thornbury are against these proposals." Democracy Reporting Service. Lin Guppy, who petitioned against the Through-traffic is banned from the High Street pedestrianisation, said in a statement that the and a one-way system allows access for closure was a "huge" problem, especially for delivery drivers and residents only. the elderly and disabled. ’ Theses new changes mean drop-off and pick- She added: "It's punishing the traders there. up points will be added for shoppers and more They're really struggling because of footfall." on-street parking will be provided for blue badge holders. Approximately 2,900 people who responded to a public consultation about the changes, Local council cabinet members have 65% disagreed with making the pedestrian defended their decision, which they say and cycle zone permanent, and 49% dis“supports the local economy, the community agreed with the one-way system completely. and our climate emergency goals”. The council will consult further with the public as it develops more detail around it’s vision for the quaint High Street. 18

Plum sangria

Juicy plums and frozen summer berries add lots of fruity flavour to this sangria recipe. Ingredients

Method

100g Frozen summer fruits, defrosted

In a jug, combine the plums, summer fruits, elderflower pressé, sugar, lemon slices, and thyme

2 tbsp Sparkling elderflower pressé

Mix well, then lightly crush some of the fruit with a fork to release its juices

2 Ripe plums, cut into thin wedges

2 tsp Caster sugar

Leave to marinate for 10-15 mins Add the Cabernet Sauvignon and leave for another 5-10 mins

½ Lemon, thinly sliced

To serve, fill 2 glasses with ice and divide the sangria between them

4 Small thyme sprigs (optional)

Top up with lemonade, and garnish with a few thyme sprigs, if you like

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Bristol Named Gold Sustainable Food City

Bristol has officially been awarded the status of Gold Sustainable Food City, recognising the positive work undertaken across the city’s food system, seeking to solve social, environmental, and economic issues. Awarded by the UK partnership programme, Sustainable Food Places, the accolade means Bristol is only the second city in the UK to achieve the status, with Brighton and Hove awarded it in 2020. The award announcement follows the work of city-wide initiative Bristol Going for Gold, led by coordinating partners Bristol Food Network, Bristol City Council, Bristol Green Capital Partnership, and Resource Futures.

“We’re delighted that this work has been recognised at the highest level, being named a Gold Sustainable Food City. We want to thank and applaud all those doing better across our city’s food system, including the citizens who have engaged with important conversations about the future of food here in Bristol.”

The winning application focussed on themes of reducing food waste, community action Says Joy Carey, Director of Bristol Food and growing Bristol’s good food movement, Network and Strategic Coordinator of the gold buying better, urban growing, eating better bid: “How we produce, trade, eat and waste and food equality. Examples of initiatives food influences the most pressing issues included in the successful bid were: Grow facing us today: from climate and ecological Wilder, an education centre and growing site breakdown to human health and well-being, empowering people the bring about positive from poverty and justice to animal welfare. change through sustainable food growing This is why food matters and is why, since and wildlife friendly practices in Stapleton; achieving silver status in 2016, we’ve been the efforts of University of West of England determined to support and uncover more and University of Bristol to take action to individuals, projects and initiatives that are transform institutional food culture, including contributing positively to a fairer, healthier sustainable sourcing, redistributing surplus and more sustainable food system for the food, plant-based menus and gardening city and its citizens. Bristol is brimming with projects; The Children’s Kitchen, a people who are passionate about doing better programme established across the city to when it comes to food and it has been our explore eating and growing fresh produce job to capture their stories and impact, whilst with children; and FOOD Clubs, which are a doing all we can to support a joined up and partnership project between Family Action, holistic approach to food in the city. 22

Feeding Bristol and FareShare South West, with 16 clubs across the city providing nutritious food to families at a fraction of the normal cost.

Food will be a key part of this, and the relationships and collaboration that have come out of the work to achieve this status are an ideal platform to build upon.”

Councillor Asher Craig, Deputy Mayor, Bristol City Council and Chairperson of the Going for Gold Steering Group said: “Despite the most challenging of years, we’ve seen extraordinary altruism and a continued fight to resolve not just the issues caused by the pandemic but broader pre-existing social and environmental issues.

The bid to achieve Gold Sustainable Food City status has been supported by sponsors, Essential Trading, GenEco and Lovely Drinks.

“Our Gold achievement is a testament to the whole city rallying together and taking action, from citizens and organisations to policy makers. More than ever there is a collective energy calling for food that is good for people, communities and the planet to be available to everyone in Bristol. This award makes clear that Bristol is on the right path towards a better food future for all citizens.” Bristol Bites Back Better, a prominent campaign established in the wake of the first COVID lockdown, seeks to empower Bristolians together to create a food system that will nourish the city into the future and aims to draw out and amplify voices from the diverse communities within Bristol. The outcomes of that campaign so far, including 160 blogs and 8 short films from diverse voices across the city, formed a significant part of the application for Gold Sustainable Food City status. Says Mohammed Saddiq, Chair of Bristol Green Capital Partnership: “Bristol Green Capital Partnership is delighted to have helped coordinate Bristol’s successful bid to be a Gold Sustainable Food City. The aim of bringing the whole city together to create a fairer, greener, healthier food system perfectly aligns with our work, which seeks t o foster city-wide collaboration on a range of environmental issues and make links between them. In the past year – and since we supported the launch of the Bristol Bites Back Better campaign in response to the pandemic – there has been huge levels of interest and action from the city’s businesses that are intent on doing better. The Partnership will be continuing to support and motivate organisations to take further and faster action to help Bristol meet its ambitious climate and ecological goals.

Joy Carey, Director of Bristol Food Network, concludes: “This moment is one to be celebrated, but most definitely not an end point for us and all the other key stakeholders in this project. We’re gearing up to start work on the Bristol Good Food 2030 action plan, which will see a more joined up approach to tackling issues such as food insecurity, access to land for growing and food waste, as well as finding better ways to empower Bristolians to create a healthy, accessible and diverse food system fit for the next decade. It’s so important that this plan is framed around the real needs and hopes of our city’s people and communities, and that’s why we’re asking everyone to ‘Join the Conversation’ to share their vision for food in Bristol.” To view a summary document of the winning bid for gold status, visit: www.goingforgoldbristol.co.uk/bristols-gold-food-submission/ To join the city-wide conversation that is set to continue as part of Bristol Bites Back Better click the image on the left.

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A leading housing association is calling on all mums living in their homes in the Bristol area to get in touch if they’re looking for support getting back into the workplace. Housing association Sovereign has teamed up with the south west-based social enterprise The Women’s Work Lab to offer a free employment and training course for mums.

Women's Work Lab supports mums who want to return to work, helping them break down any barriers they're facing like lacking self-confidence, limited work experience or the absence of a support network, which may be preventing them from finding their perfect job. Sovereign will fully fund five places on The Women’s Work Lab autumn employability course, with sessions and work placements held during school hours only, meaning that mums can still make school pick-up time if they need to. Grants of up to £250 for essential ‘starting work’ costs like clothing, equipment or travel, of up to £500 for training, of up to £750 for childcare and up to £1,000 for business start-ups for are also available to Sovereign residents, if needed. Erica Watts, Sovereign’s Head of Employment and Training, said:

"The pandemic has heightened existing gendered inequalities around work opportunities and work-life balance, in particular – in other words, mums have been affected greatly by the pandemic, with a recent study reporting that women are twice as likely to quit their jobs due to caring responsibilities than men. "The bespoke programme being run by Women's Work Lab specialises in unlocking women's potential and removing barriers to support each participant to establish the successful career that they choose and deserve." The course has been created with participants’ needs and aspirations in mind: • • • •

Sessions and work placements are held during school hours only The course is easily accessible by public transport Each person will receive practical career support, including CV writing, interview techniques and job searching They’ll be able to network with other mums

Joselynne from South Bristol who joined the programme last year, said: “The Women's Work Lab has helped me realise my potential and see a brighter future for my family." Applications for the 12-week course, which are open to mums who have been out of work for over a year, close on Friday 25 June. To apply or find out more, please email employmentandtraining@sovereign.org.uk 25

Chance to contribute to new public artwork for Blackberry Park at Coalpit Heath

A creative workshop will offer people the opportunity to get involved in creating ceramic tiles to be included in the artwork Members of the public are invited to get involved in the creation of a new artwork for Blackberry Park, a new housing development at Coalpit Heath, South Gloucestershire. Leading housebuilder Barratt Homes is creating 204 two, three, four and five-bedroom homes as part of the new community at Blackberry Park with the first residents having moved in last year. The public artwork will encompass a new circular seat, using the natural contours of the land to create a resting spot near the new play area. The free workshop on Saturday 26th and Sunday 27th June in Yate offers people the opportunity to make a ceramic tile to be included in the artwork, named Blackberry Scratch. Artists Adam Blencowe and Thor te Kulve will lead groups of up to 8 participants in a two-hour class to individually produce clay tiles by hand. Once fired, these textured ceramic tiles will form the surface of the artwork.

Andrea Pilgrim, sales director at Barratt Homes' Bristol division, which covers the wider region, said: "We are delighted that members of the local community have the chance to get involved in the creation of this new piece of artwork that responds to the industrial heritage of the local area. It's exciting to see this new neighbourhood emerging with over 40 residents already living there and we look forward to welcoming more people to the community over the coming months." The shape of the artwork references the drumlins which often occur in areas where mining has historically taken place. Following a meeting with a member of the South Gloucestershire Mines Research Group, the artists named the project Blackberry Scratch after the technique of mining coal simply by scratching away the surface; this method was used locally around Coalpit Heath. Blackberry Park, which is set within 22 acres of open space, will include solar panels on selected homes and provision for electric car charging points for all houses.

Barratt Homes is making a contribution worth £739,000 in total towards wider community improvements including outdoor sports facilities, allotments and recreational open space, as well as highways improvements such as investment in a new cycle path. The artwork is funded by the housebuilder as part of the Section 106 planning requirement and will be installed later this year. In addition, Barratt Homes recently made a donation to fund resources for an outdoor construction-themed play area created at Watermore Primary School, not far from Blackberry Park. Resources purchased include large wooden balance scales for the children to practise weighing, a child's wheelbarrow, buckets and spades. All are welcome to attend the creative art workshop but children must be accompanied by an adult and tickets must be pre-booked by clicking here. It will take place at Fired Up Ceramics Studio, Unit 54, Beeches Industrial Estate, Waverley Road, Yate. To find out more about the new homes, visit www.barratthomes.co.uk or call 0333 3558 490. A flythrough of the new development can be seen here.

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Bristol proposes ‘Gap House' concept - affordable eco homes on disused garage plots A new concept in affordable housing is being proposed in Bristol for council owned eco homes to be built on a disused garage plot in the city. The ‘Gap House' concept and designs have been put forward by international architecture practice BDP's Bristol studio, in partnership with the Bristol Housing Festival and a potential site has been identified in Horfield in the north of the city. Early design proposals for a row of nine affordable, one-bedroom, two-storey, modular constructed homes have now been put forward for consultation with the local community. The Gap Houses would be contemporary, cost effective, net zero homes, largely factory built using modern methods of construction (MMC), in order to minimise disruption in the existing neighbourhood. Designed to fit into small garage sites which are often disused in many cities and neighbourhoods, the homes will be super-insulated for minimal heating requirements and include renewable energy with solar PV panels and air source heat pumps, resulting in minimal environmental impact and low running costs. The stylish, contemporary design is made up of an open-plan kitchen-living area and bathroom on the ground floor, with a bedroom and storage on the first floor. Large windows allow for maximum natural light. The houses generously meet national space standards for a one bedroom unit. 28

Proposals are being developed in partnership with Project Etopia - an MMC Zero Carbon housebuilder. The proposed development site sits between two rows of back gardens from existing homes and would also include shared green space, community gardens and outdoor seating in front of each home to encourage local community connections. This new concept is the latest in a series of innovations supported by Bristol City Council and the Bristol Housing Festival to tackle the city's housing crisis. The Gap House is part of a wider research, development and innovation programme, funded by Innovate UK looking at the potential for Modern Methods of Construction (MMC) in increasing the scale and pace of the delivery of beautiful, quality, sustainable affordable homes in the city. Martin Jones, landscape architect director in BDP’s Bristol studio says the ‘Gap House’ concept has the potential to be rolled out in cities and towns across the UK, “These contemporary and cost-effective Gap Houses are designed to fit on to urban garage plots and to be highly sustainable. They are designed with large windows and low energy lighting and fitted with solar panels and air source heat pumps - and importantly they are stylish and attractive.

."Many disused garage plots on housing estates across Britain have fallen into disrepair, becoming a magnet for anti-social behaviour. Placing these new, carefully designed houses in their place will not only help deliver much-needed homes, it will also bring new energy and life, revitalising neighbourhoods and helping to build stronger, more resilient communities." Councillor Tom Renhard, Cabinet Member for Housing Delivery and Homes at Bristol City Council commented: “The consultation relating to the site near Bell Close in Horfield, Bristol is proposing nine affordable and highly sustainable homes with shared green space, community gardens and outdoor seating areas. “The Gap House concept has the potential to revitalise this disused garage plot and deliver much needed affordable housing. Manufacture of the houses would largely be carried out off-site which would cause less disruption than a traditional build during the construction phase.”

Jez Sweetland, Director, Bristol Housing Festival said: "We are delighted to see this derelict site be used not only to deliver affordable homes but revitalise the neighbourhood and help to build stronger, more resilient communities." Grégoire Capron, architect designer for Project Etopia added: "We are extremely excited to be working with BCC on such an innovative project, providing the opportunity to showcase the homes of the future and how we can achieve them. This scheme has the potential to impact on every local authority in the Country demonstrating how to improve smaller sites and deliver more affordable homes. "We are here to prove that sustainable homes are not just a luxury, but accessible to all, as they should be." The consultation is open until 14 July and available on Bristol City Council's Consultation Hub here.

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Bristol Community Cafés has three cafes around Bristol, providing food to between 30 and 90 people every single week. They serve up the warmest welcome along side food and a chance to socialise. For many, it might be the only time they get a proper, home cooked FareShare South West, based in Bristol, is one of a network of 21 similar centres located hot meal each week. across the country and currently reaches Michelle said: "We'll use anything and turn organisations and families across Bristol, Somerset, Wiltshire, Gloucestershire, Devon it into something. The food from FareShare South West means we can produce hot meals and Cornwall. for everyone and charge very little - and still have money for extra treats and special Holly Bramble, Southern Co-op's Communifoods." ty and Campaign Co-ordinator, said: "As a co-operative, every time someone buys their groceries from us or gets support from one of People at the cafés have seen a lot of change in their regulars since they first started visitour funeral homes, it could be adding to the pot of money which gets donated to charities. ing. Michelle recalls one gentleman, Morris, who used to be incredibly shy. “Over the last year, FareShare has become a name that is instantly recognisable as a char- Michelle said: "Now though, he's the life and soul here - he's always dressing up, getting ity which has helped so many people struggling during the pandemic. Its networks have us laughing along with him. It's amazing the change in him." made such a difference. Thank you to our customers and members who have enabled To find out more about Bristol Community this support of such an incredible cause.” Cafes click the image above. International Day of Co-ops falls at the end of Co-op Fortnight on Saturday 3 July. In Bristol, one community interest company supported by FareShare South West is Bristol Community Cafés - an idea thought up by Michelle Ford and her mother Gillian Flower on a mission to end the loneliness and isolation in the area. 32

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Having critical care cars also enables the team to respond to incidents in all weather conditions, when the helicopter may be unsafe to fly in. Previously, the charity operated two critical care cars that were becoming increasingly unreliable and unfit for purpose, having done many miles since their introduction. By adding a third car to their fleet, they will now be able to bring their lifesaving care to up to 50 more patients a year. CEO Anna Perry, said: “Although GWAAC goes to around 2,000 incidents each year, there are even more people in our local communities who could benefit from our service. By adding a third critical care car to our fleet, we can deploy our clinicians to more people who need our expert skills and lifesaving care.” As a charity, they respond to over five critically-ill patients a day on average, many of which are by critical care car. Despite this, a recent survey carried out by the charity showed that 66% of people living in their region didn’t expect or didn’t know that they responded by car as well as helicopter. To find out more about GWAAC and their critical care car response by clicking the image above.

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IN THE HEIGHTS It is deep Autumn and Sam and Tusker, partners of twenty years, are on holiday. They are travelling across England in their old campervan visiting friends, family and places from their past. Since Tusker was diagnosed with young-onset dementia two years ago their lives have had to change. Jobs have been given up and plans put on hold. Their time together is now the most important thing they have. As the trip progresses however, their individual ideas for their future begin to collide. Secrets are uncovered, private plans unravel and their love for each other is tested like never before. Ultimately, they must confront the question of what it means to love one another in the face of Tusker’s irreparable illness.

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Citizens’ recommendations inform climate change and housing, transport, and health strategies Recommendations and associated actions put forward by citizens on climate change and housing, transport, and health are outlined in a report from Bristol’s Citizens’ Assembly received by Cabinet. The recommendations will help inform the city-wide Economic Recovery and Renewal Strategy and the council’s refreshed Corporate Strategy as a key input into shaping the future of Bristol. Deputy Mayor, Asher Craig said: “It was a privilege to observe the assembly members respond to the important question ‘How do we recover from COVID-19 and create a better future for all in Bristol?’. The members’ response to taking part, and their enthusiasm for being involved in a democratic process to shape Bristol’s future following the pandemic has been impressive. “This assembly has given us a way of listening to diverse views on complex subjects, capturing and feeding those opinions into the city’s recovery and renewal planning. The members heard in-depth evidence about the issues, held lively and constructive discussions, challenged each other’s and their own views, made informed decisions and reached agreement on a set of recommendations and actions.” The citizens’ assembly met online over four weekends hearing information from 55 speakers including community organisations, citizens with lived experience of inequality, One City partners, academics, subject specialists and council officers. They engaged in facilitated deliberation and developed 17 recommendations and 82 associated actions. 40

Councillor Paula O’Rourke, Party Group Leader, the Green Party said: “In 2020 Bristol committed to rebooting democracy and asked its citizens to help identify future aspirations for a city where we can build back better and everyone can share in the city’s success. “The spirit of hearing all our communities’ voices has underpinned Bristol’s first citizens’ assembly. The assembly’s ideas and priorities will influence and help to shape Bristol’s future. The time and energy members dedicated demonstrates citizens’ enthusiasm and appetite to be a part of shaping progress in Bristol. Outcomes will be monitored and shared, as we work to embed deliberative democracy techniques in our citizen engagement work.” One assembly member reported that it had been an incredible and insightful experience to help bring the city toward a new direction for everyone to enjoy and prosper post COVID-19. “We have heard speakers from housing to green energy to transport, with all the information that we could possibly need and the guidance to help us make informed recommendations. I was able to voice my opinions and share my experiences that helped create a more balanced picture of Bristol as a whole and keep equity in mind when making decisions.” Full details of the assembly and their recommendations can be found at Bristol Citizens' Assembly - Bristol - Citizen Space

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Round-up of local news in Brislington West with Jos and Andrew Brislington Greenway update: Since both being elected in early May we have repeatedly requested a meeting with council officers for an update on the A4 corridor project, but were getting nowhere. Eventually, we complained directly to the Mayor, Marvin Rees, and we managed to get a meeting. At the meeting were the project manager for the scheme together with the head of strategic city transport. What is absolutely clear is that nothing has been taken off the table, including using the old Brislington Railway Line for a road, despite claims to the contrary during the election. The council officers were unable or unwilling to give any details about their preferred options nor when the public consultation would likely be taking place. Between now and then, the project team will be reducing a long list of options to a short list, which will then be presented to the public. Whatever happens, we will continue opposing the Callington Road Link, as we have done so consistently for the last five years. You can join the Friends Group here: https://www. facebook.com/groups/196044540963847/ Flowers Hill update: At our first meeting with the developers of the Flowers Hill site back in January we were delighted with their suggestion of using the old War Rooms, a listed monument, as a community space. However, when we examined their Outline Planning Application for the site (21/01699/P), we noticed that this use had been left off the proposal and instead it was earmarked for storage or business use (Class B8 and E). 42

We quickly organised another meeting with the developers and are pleased to say they agreed to resubmit the application to include Class F, which would allow for community use. We know that a local community organisation has expressed an interest in the site so hopefully, we will have some more good news soon. You can find out more here: https://www.facebook.com/ groups/487689002398624/ Community speedwatch: We joined local residents and our local police community support officers on Saturday for a Speedwatch session on Wick Road. According to data the team have collected over the last few years, this location is one of the worst in the city for speeding. However, our presence on Saturday morning had the desired effect and the majority of drivers were keeping to the speed limit. As one of the speedwatch organisers said, “It’s not about penalising drivers but improving driving”. If you would like to join the friendly Speedwatch team, please send us your details which we will forward to the organisers. Big Tidy comes to Brislington West: The Big Tidy crews will be working in the area for the next couple of weeks. We are hoping to join them during their time in Brislington West to say thank you on behalf of local residents. We are also hoping to have a Saturday morning street stall on Sandy Park Road. Once the all-clear has been given by the Health & Safety team, we will let you know the date. More details here: https://bristolwastecompany.co.uk/big-tidy/

Litter pick on Brislington Hill:

Repositioned litter bin on Talbot Road:

The council is also offering residents the opportunity to suggest where they would like to see more charge points, including residential locations, as it plans for a future expansion of Revive Residents can fill in their suggestions via a form on Travelwest, which also includes a map of where people have already suggested new sites: https://travelwest.info/electric-vehicles/charging-points#suggest-a-newcharging-point-location-or-make-an-enquiry

A poorly sited litter bin on Talbot Road meant litter, including doggie poo bags, was regularly ending up in a neighbouring garden! Following talks with Bristol Waste, they have agreed to reposition the bin.

By Jos Clark, Liberal Democrat Councillor (Brislington West) Email: cllr.jos.clark@bristol.gov.uk Mobile: 07584 370429

Our next community litter pick will be in the Brislington Village area. We plan to meet at 10am on 3 July in the car park opposite Lidl. As usual, we’ll provide litter pickers and bags. Please bring your own gloves and hand sanitizer.

EV charging points on their way: We have been talking about the need for more publicly accessible charging points for quite some time so we are pleased to hear visitors to three of Bristol’s leisure centres will now be able to charge their electric vehicles while they work out. However, the new chargers are all located in the north of the city. Once again, we have been overlooked but we will keep pushing for more charging points in this area.

& Andrew Varney, Liberal Democrat Councillor (Brislington West) Email: cllr.andrew.varney@ bristol.gov.uk Mobile: 07584 183381

Local performing group looks for new members to celebrate its 60th year! Local performing group, Bristol Gilbert & Sullivan Opera:c Society, is celebra:ng its 60th anniversary in 2022 and looking for people to join their ranks.

Following the show, the society will end the season with a special anniversary party in May 2022.

The current membership includes people of all ages – from age 7 to 87 – who get together regularly to sing and act.

Start a new hobby, or revive an old one with BGSOS! Chair Hannah Coleman is passionate about the society, “It’s a really friendly group who aren’t just great performers, but also great friends. It’s been such a challenging year for all in performing arts and we’re so excited to be back this September to start rehearsing our 60th anniversary produc:on”. Along with a professional orchestra, BGSOS is looking forward to its 60th anniversary producton of HMS Pinafore at The Redgrave Theatre in Clifton on from March 30th – April 2nd 2022.

BGSOS also offers The Wetherell Bursary to members, which is a contribution to the cost of singing or ac:ng lessons for applicants.“Named after our former musical director, Eric Wetherell, Hannah Coleman says “we are proud to aim to give back to our members and meet our charitable aims”. BGSOS rehearses at St Teresa’s Community Centre in Filton every Tuesday evening, and the evenings combine hard work with a cup of tea and a friendly chat! BGSOS is looking for performing members, scenery builders, costume developers and technical volunteers. You can also support us as a society friend, if volunteering is not for you. For details about all our roles, please email secretary@bristolgsos.co.uk.

More informaton on our society can be found on our website: www.bristolgsos.co.uk Or via our facebook page, @BristolGSOS. 45

Flexible rail tickets go on sale for part-time commuters, so what does that mean? New flexible tickets went on sale from Monday 21st June aimed at commuters in who only travel to work two or three days a week. These new tickets can be used for eight days in any month-long period of time

However, a rail expert said in a statement online that people needed to be cautious because the new system offers a finite number of journeys whereas a season ticket allows people to use the train as much as they want. Here’s how you can acquire them and what they can be used for.

The National Rail website will now allow passengers to calculate savings and book the new tickets.

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It is part of the government's plan to shakeup rail services. It’s being introduced immediately to accommodate the trend for more home-working.

Digital flexi-tickets can be used on any eight days in a 28-day period England without being required to select the days of travel in advance

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They can be bought on rail websites and apps, as well as at some ticket offices

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Tickets are paperless, so travellers will have to use a smartphone or smartcard

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An online calculator will help passengers identify the cheapest option

Transport Secretary Grant Shapps said in a statement online that the new tickets would offer "greater freedom and choice about how we travel, simpler ticketing and a fairer fare".

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Until the end of this year, passengers who book in advance will be able to change their bookings with no extra charge

The government has estimated commuters could save between £60 and £350 a year on selected journeys.

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The tickets are for standard class travel only

A new state-owned body, Great British Railways (GBR), will set rail timetables and prices, sell tickets and manage rail infrastructure from 2023. These new flexible season tickets are being introduced separately, ahead of the new changes, and can be used from 28th June.

Job satisfaction drives new Crematorium site manager An overwhelming sense of job satisfaction gained through supporting the bereaved is what drives Shaun Chapman-Young, who has just been appointed site manager at Westerleigh Cemetery & Crematorium, near Bristol. Although he had never originally considered working in the bereavement sector Shaun, who lives in Corsham, Wiltshire, has never looked back. Westerleigh Crematorium is part of Westerleigh Group, the UK’s largest independent owner-operator of crematoria, with 35 sites across England, Scotland and Wales. Prior to taking up his new position, Shaun was site manager at another Westerleigh Group site, West Wiltshire Crematorium, where he spent three very happy years. Shaun, who took a BTEC National Diploma in Public Services at Chippenham College, followed by an apprenticeship in Hotel Management & Hospitality, said: “I never really knew what I wanted to do growing up. “I tried my hand at lots of different jobs and travelled quite a bit, hoping to find what I ultimately wanted to settle down doing; we spend such a huge part of our lives at work, I just wanted to be happy in the job I was doing, and not dread the thought of the alarm clock going off each morning. “I never, ever thought I would end up working in the bereavement sector. It hadn’t crossed my mind, until I called in to see a friend who was working at a local funeral directors, and I was offered a part-time position on a casual basis; the extra money came in handy.

“But I soon realised it was a profession like no other. The huge sense of job satisfaction that comes with supporting the bereaved is overwhelming. I soon knew that this is what I wanted to do.” Shaun ended up working as a funeral director for seven years before moving to West Wiltshire Crematorium.“I absolutely loved my job at West Wiltshire. Not once did I wake up in the morning and not want to go to work. I always felt very lucky to have found this in a job. “The decision to move to Westerleigh Crematorium was a tough one, as I loved working at West Wiltshire. But Westerleigh Crematorium is one of the bigger sites that the Westerleigh Group operates and offered me the opportunity to learn about managing not only a crematorium but a cemetery, a hospitality suite, where families can hold a wake, and an on-site café. “Westerleigh Crematorium is one of the most beautiful places to visit, all thanks to the amazing team that works here, and my main aim is to ensure this continues. “I want to work closely with all the funeral directors that visit the crematorium, ensuring we provide a unique and personal service to the bereaved.

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With reports of mobile speed cameras increasing never get caught speeding again with this list of sites to expect a mobile speed camera at anytime. However, if you want a know where the camera is situated within the hour visit this Facebook group. Bristol mobile speed camera watch Hazelbury Road, Whitchurch A3029 Winterstoke Road (30mph) (20mph)

A4 Portway Nr Barrow Hill Road (30mph)

Hengrove Avenue, Hengrove, A37 Wells Road, Hengrove (30mph) Bristol (20mph)

A4 Portway Nr Hung Road (40mph)

Hengrove Lane, Hengrove, Bristol (20mph)

A370 Coronation Road, Southville (30mph)

Highbury Road, Bedminster (20mph)

Hungerford Road, Bristol (20mph)

A38 Rupert Street/Bridewell A4 Portway Nr Roman Way Street/The Haymarket, Bristol (40mph) (20mph) A4 Portway Nr Sylvan Way/ A4 Totterdown Bridge Riverleaze (40mph) (30mph) A4018 Falcondale Road, A4174 Callington Road, Westbury on Trym (30mph) Brislington, Bristol (30mph) A403 St Andrews Road, A4174 King Georges Road, Avonmouth (40mph) Bristol (30mph) A4162 Sylvan Way/Dingle Allison Road, Bristol (30mph) Road/Canford Lane (30mph)

Ladies Mile, Durdham Down (20mph)

B3119 West Town Lane (20mph)

A4174 Ring Road, nr Hicks Gate roundabout (70mph)

Ladman Road, Stockwood (20mph)

B3122 Redcatch Road, Knowle (20mph)

A432 Downend Road, Fishponds (20mph)

Highridge Green, Bristol (30mph) Hollister’s Drive, Hartcliffe (20mph) Hollway Road, Stockwood (20mph)

Marksbury Road, Bedminster B4466 Jacobs Wells Road, Bristol (20mph) (20mph)

A4 Portway Nr Portview Road (30mph)

A432 Fishponds Road, Easton (20mph)

Bamfield, Hengrove (30mph) Ashley Hill, Montpelier (20mph) Barnstaple Road, Knowle (20mph) Novers Hill, Bristol (20mph) Avonmouth Way, Avonmouth (30mph) Novers Lane, Bristol (20mph) Bishport Avenue, Hartcliffe (30mph) Highbury Road, Horfield Petherton Road, Hengrove (20mph) Broadwalk, Knowle West (20mph) (20mph) Hill View, Henleaze (20mph) Queen’s Road, Bishopsworth Broomhill Road (30mph) (30mph) Kings Weston Lane, Lawrence Weston (30mph) Calcott Road, Knowle Ridgeway Lane, Bristol (20mph) (30mph) Newbridge Road, Bristol (20mph)

Stockwood Lane, nr the sports ground, Stockwood (20mph) Stockwood Lane, nr Whitchurch Village sign, Stockwood (30mph)

B4052 Ashley Down Road, Bristol (20mph) B4054 Avonmouth Road, Shirehampton (30mph)

Bonnington Walk, nr Wordsworth Road, Lockleaze (20mph) Concorde Drive, Southmead (20mph)

B4054 Cranbrook Road, Redland (20mph) Constable Road, nr Crome Stockwood Lane, Stockwood Road, Lockleaze (20mph) (30mph) B4054 Shirehampton Road, Sea Mills (30mph) Coombe Lane, Stoke Bishop Sturminster Road, Stockwood (20mph) (30mph) B4054 Shirehampton Road, Shirehampton Park (30mph) Eastfield Road, Westbury on Talbot Road, Bristol (20mph) Trym (20mph) B4055 Station Road, Henbury Whitchurch Lane, nr Halfacre (20mph) Furber Road, Bristol (20mph) Lane (20mph) B4057 Knole Lane, Brentry Glenfrome Road, Eastville Whitchurch Lane, nr (30mph) (20mph) Hawkfield Road (20mph) B4469 Muller Road, Horfield Gordon Avenue, Bristol Whitland Road, Bristol (30mph) (20mph) (30mph) Bell Barn Road, Stoke Bishop Highbury Road, Horfield Wick Road (20mph) (20mph) (20mph) Wingfield Road, Bristol (20mph) Furber Road, Bristol (20mph)

Bonnington Walk, nr Branwhite Close, Lockleaze (20mph)

Glyn Vale, Knowle (20mph)

Julian Road, Sneyd Park (20mph)

Hareclive Road, Hartcliffe (30mph)

Keys Avenue, Horfield (20mph)

Ladies Mile, Durdham Down (20mph) Long Cross, Lawrence Weston (30mph) Merebank Road, Avonmouth (30mph)

Smyth Road, Ashton (20mph) Hill View, Henleaze (20mph)

Portview Road, Shirehampton (20mph)

Somerdale Avenue, Knowle (20mph)

Roman Way, Bristol (20mph)

South Liberty Lane, Ashton Vale (20mph) Duckmoor Road, Ashton Gate, Bristol (20mph)

Romney Avenue, nr Stoke Park Primary School, Lockleaze (20mph) Stoke Hill, Sneyd Park (30mph) Wellington Hill West, Horfield (30mph)

Station Road, Shirehampton (20mph) Wellington Hill West, Horfield (30mph) Wessex Ave, Horfield (20mph)

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Bristol Weekly Magazine 24th June - 1st July 2021

Articles inside

Flexible rail tickets

Citizens recommendations

Whats on at the cinema

Thousands of meals

Plum Sangria

It’s a womans world

Your garden in July

Asymptomatic testing

Five ways to prevent keyless car theft

Bridging history

Horoscopes

Lady Nades new track