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This week..

4. A Ban On Arguing

6. Pets Are Our Lifesavers 8. Lockdown Could Force Closures 11. 4 Villages Light Trial 12. New Film Celebrates 14. Christmas Gingerbread Biscuits 16. Bristol Placein Tier 3 24. Working Together 28. Charity Christmas Tree Collection 44. Dept Respite The team EDITOR Michael Davies WEB DESIGNER Matthew Clarke

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Welcome to this weeks edition.

Dare I say it friends?

Welcome to tier 3 and more restrictions and what a shock to the system that was when I received the email from Bristol City Council especially as our R number has dropped dramatically over the last few weeks. Something’s not right here is it, especially as we were in one of the lowest tiers going in to lockdown 2.0.

Tomorrow (27th November) sees the return of Black Friday and as the shops cannot open at the moment I think many websites will crash tomorrow as we all make a mad rush for the virtual checkouts. But are the Black Friday offers just a smoke screen to shove the prices up and then look as though we are being offered a great price and the dreaded (Up to 50% off, that flags up on your screen) Which mean only one item is 50% off and usually that bright pink end of line summer tank top.

Finally I really hope that in two weeks we see a reduction in our R rate, enough to take Bristol and surrounding areas down to tier 2 as I do not think the hospitality sector can take any more blows this side of 2020.

Everything is hanging on the rails as we start to get a vaccine out in to the Community in mid December but it seems we need that all-important sign off from the powers that be.

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A ban on arguing or hugging this Christmas may happ A scientists have questioned whether arguing could be banned at Christmas in a bid to stop the spread of coronavirus and the Health Secretary has appeared to rule out hugging.

A university professor said online: 'there will be a lot of guidance over what to do' when coronavirus lockdown rules are eased over Christmas.

The Government are looking at how to easing lockdown rules for five days over the festive season.

The advice from the Scientific Advisory Group for Emergencies (Sage) is that each day of relaxation of coronavirus rules at Christmas could need five days of tighter restrictions The professor said that good ventilation and distance will be recommended and also added: "I wonder if they will ban singing, or a rule against family rows at Christmas to prevent the spread of the disease."

The chairman of the Winton Centre for risk and evidence communication (WCEC) at the University of Cambridge told BBC Radio’s 4 on the 20th November programme that he thought mixing at Christmas could lead to “tens of thousands” of more Covid cases, requiring an extra clampdown.

“It is quite plausible that a few days of relaxing would lead to tens of thousands of more cases and that means extra deaths and measures needed to bring those under control,” “There is a big difference though because when (we’re told) we need to save lives, we don’t know whose lives we’re saving.

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“If somebody though dies or is hospitalised after getting Covid at Christmas, you are going to know who they are and I think the potential regret in anticipation of that might make people really quite careful.”

He also predicted that the number of people in hospital with coronavirus – 16,000 people at present – would this winter exceed the 17,000 peak reached in spring, adding: “This will be a real slog.”

Health Secretary Matt Hancock has appeared to rule out hugging relatives and friends at Christmas, as he said there were “promising signs” the current lockdown in England is working.

The Health Secretary said rules would still need to be in place over the festive period, with people observing social distancing as families come together.

But he said it was the Government’s plan to allow people to meet up after what had been a “terrible year”.

Mr Hancock said on a national radio station: ‘discussions with the devolved nations are continuing with the aim of reaching agreement on how people can celebrate the festive period”.

He said there was a need to “respect the fact that we mustn’t spread the virus further but also respect the fact that Christmas is a special time where people get together, especially with their families”.

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Our pets have been a lifesaver for us during Covid lockdown, according to the retailer Pets at Home, which has seen sales, rise sharply.

Pets at Home said online the first half of its financial year, which runs between April and 8th October, reflected the entire period since the week after national lockdown was implemented. Restrictions on households weighed on trade in the first quarter before a 12.7% jump in like-for-like sales in the second three months.

The Chief executive of Pets at Home said pets had played an incredibly important role through a period of social loneliness. He added that during the early days of lockdown one of the few reasons people could go out was to walk your dog.

Pets at Home are classed as an essential retailer and have been allowed to stay open during lockdown. Total sales over the six months rose to £574.4m while pre-tax profit grew by more than 14% to £38.9m.

During the 6 months leading to the 8th October, Pets at Home saw revenues rise by 5.1%. Mr Pritchard told a national news organisation: "The pet care market has been incredibly strong throughout and I think that tells you an awful lot about people's relationships with their pets and the roles that pets play in people's lives.

"It has been a lifesaver for many through this incredibly challenging period for everybody in the country."

The change in more people working from home had allowed them to get a dog or a cat.

More people have considered having a pet because their lives have changed and they are at home more often, The company sells some small animals and fish but does not sell cats or dogs. They said, however, that membership of its Puppy & Kitten Club for new owners had risen by 25% during the six-month period.

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The company is very proud to state they did not place any employees on furlough and said that it has actually been recruiting more staff.

The company warned of uncertainty because of the pandemic and said in a statement: "At this stage, absent any escalation of restrictions, or other significant disruption to our operations, we now anticipate full-year underlying pre-tax profit to be in line with the prior year."

Looking ahead, with the value of the UK pet market set to hit £7bn next year and the nation's love affair with pet ownership showing little sign of abating, chief executive of Pets at Home said in a online statement: “The future appears well justified." However the retailer would be "mindful of the dampening effect of social distancing measures in store, which may impact margins over the all-important Christmas period and into the first quarter of 2021".

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Lockdown could force closure of some well know pubs and restaurants in Bristol

Mitchells & Butlers did previously announce that sales had dropped 35% since the start of the year to 19th September as the pandemic plunged the nation into lockdown and forced the closure of hospitality outlets.

Like-for-like sales also driopped by 6% in the Owner of Toby Carvery, Harvester, All Bar One first three weeks of September. and other major pub and restaurant companies A Mitchells & Butlers spokesman said online: are announcing plans to close up to 20 of its "As announced in September, M&B re-opened sites across the United Kigdom. the vast majority of its estate, approximately 95%, after the first lockdown ended.

Branches in Bristol such as Mitchells & Butlers, which also owns Browns, O'Neills and "The remaining sites have been under review Miller & Carter - is working with advisers at CBRE to offload or sell a number of leasehold on a case-by-case basis since, taking into account factors such as expected footfall and sites. Bristol also has two Harvester business layout. restaurants and one Toby Carvery, with a second restaurant in Almondsbury, South They said in a statement: “We have taken the Gloucestershire. difficult decision not to reopen some of these We did contact Mitchells & Butlers and asked sites and are working with leaseholders on if any of its Bristol restaurants will be affected next steps." but we are awaiting an answer.

Mitchells & Butlers has more than 1,700 sites in total across the United Kingdom so closing Mitchells & Butlers employ more than 40,000 some or the branched will result in huge job people, but has not revealed how many staff losses. are affected by the decision.

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Stronger Together - Community Organisations Merge for Resilience and Better Impact

Eastside Community Trust has been formed from the merger of Up Our Street, Felix Road Adventure Playground and Easton Community Centre.

A new film depicting the journey of three Bristol-based community organizations has been released by Eastside Community Trust.

Each of the individual organizations wanted to become sustainable for the future and have more impact in their area. The merger has allowed them to become increasingly creative and to deliver further support to their communities.

A trailer plus a full 12-minute version of the film is available HERE, plus a document “The Good Merger Guide” is available upon request.

“Small charities that merge into medium-size ones are in a stronger financial position and can deliver a broader, better coordinated, and more creative service to their community” For more information please email: contact@upourstreet.org.uk

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4 Villages Light Trail Get out and get active this winter!

A simple and magical self-led community event to celebrate Christmas together in Sea Mills, Shirehampton, Lawrence Weston and Avonmouth. Light up your home and explore the displays of others with a fun ‘light bingo’ activity.

Join the trail Sign up to receive the 4 Villages Light Trail map. Visit as few or as many homes as you like, just enjoy being outdoors and sharing the seasonal good spirit.

The trail will run from 12th – 27th December, with lights on from 5.30 – 8.30pm each day.

There are also 2 adults bikes, £150 Love2Shop vouchers, and other active travel goodies up for grabs!

Light up your home If you light up your home this December you could win a bike! Just add Christmas lights to your house, garden, or window to win. Every house will then be added to the trail map for others to visit and enjoy. Sign up by Friday 4th December for your chance to win.

Play light bingo as you make your way around! Spot different symbols in the lights, like stars and reindeer, and cross them off on your bingo card. More fantastic prizes to be won for taking part! To join the fun go to severnnet.org/rideandstride/4villageslighttrail/ The trail is brought to you by the Severn Ride and Stride Project which is delivered

by SevernNet and Sustrans and funded by Highways England. For more details email rideandstride@severnnet.org.

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New film celebrates independence and collaboration at Bristol’s Wapping Wharf A new short film was launched on the 24th November celebrating the independent retailers and restaurants at Bristol's Wapping Wharf as they continue to adapt and collaborate through the second lockdown.

The majority of businesses at the much-loved harbourside quarter remain open for take-away, delivery and click and collect and many retailers are offering online sales and services.

Produced by Wapping Wharf resident Lorne Kramer, of Under the Wing Productions, the film is a reminder of what makes independent retailers so unique and it is hoped will remind people to support local businesses in the run up to Christmas.

Stuart Hatton, managing director at Umberslade, the developer behind Wapping Wharf, said: "Like Wapping Wharf itself, this film just buzzes with the passion and independent spirit that makes this place what it is - a really diverse and exciting place to eat, drink, shop and spend time.

"I've been amazed by how our retailers have innovated and adapted this year to keep offering their unique products and services.

But what really comes through, and I've seen more than ever this year, is the collaboration between so many of the businesses here.

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From fresh produce bought from CARGO retailers then lovingly prepared and served in neighbouring restaurants, to cheese from the Bristol Cheesemonger offered to diners at BOX-E, along with combined deliveries and online services - the community has pulled together like never before.

"We too should pull together to support them and other local businesses this Christmas and enjoy all they have to offer to help make it really special."

Wapping Wharf is in the heart of Bristol's historical and cultural quarter, with its tree-lined pedestrian and cycle route, Gaol Ferry Steps, providing an important connection between south Bristol to the city centre.

Now hosting over 40 independent businesses, many of which are based within CARGO - a popular hub made of converted shipping containers, Wapping Wharf is home to some of the city's best independent restaurants, shop, cafes and lifestyle businesses.

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Christmas gingerbread biscuits

Ingredients

Stir, then mix in 1 free range egg, beaten

100g Light brown soft sugar

Form into a ball, flatten and wrap in cling film, then chill for 30 mins

100g Unsalted butter 3 tbsp golden syrup

250g Plain white flour ½ tsp bicarbonate of soda 1 tsp ground ginger 1 tsp ground cinnamon Zest of ½ orange 1 Free range egg, beaten 115g Icing sugar

Method For the gingerbread biscuits: Heat 100g unsalted butter, 100g light brown soft sugar and 3 tbsp golden syrup in a pan until melted

Preheat the oven to 180°C/fan 160°C/ gas 4 On a surface dusted with flour, roll out half the dough to a thickness of 0.4cm (you can freeze the other half) Cut into house and tree shapes Bake for 10-12 mins, until just golden Leave to cool on wire racks For the icing: Mix 115g Fairtrade icing sugar with 3 tsp boiling water to make a smooth paste

Put 250g white flour, ½ tsp bicarbonate of Spoon into a piping bag with a 0.3mm nozzle and decorate the houses and soda, 1 tsp ground ginger, 1 tsp ground trees cinnamon and the zest of ½ orange in a large bowl and pour over the butter mixture.

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Ready 55 mins

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Bristol placed in Tier 3

Decisions on tiers are made by the government without negotiation and informed by the following factors:

It has been confirmed that the government has instructed Tier 3 – very high alert - restrictions be put in place for Bristol, South Gloucestershire and North Somerset which come with strict measures to reduce the spread of COVID-19.

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While all essential and non-essential retail can re-open, Tier 3 puts restrictions on the hospitality sector which Bristol Mayor Marvin Rees is warning will further decimate the sector.

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Bristol City Council has also forecast that Tier 3 will cost the council £2.8m per month due to a shortfall in Government funding to support businesses and vulnerable people.

Bristol City Mayor, Marvin Rees, said, “While we all want to get back to normal as quickly as possible we also must get the COVID-19 infection rate in the city down. COVID-19 is devastating lives and livelihoods – people are becoming very unwell and businesses and workers are facing enormous financial challenges.

“For every moment we are in Tier 3, the hospitality sector will be further damaged, people will lose businesses they have built up and jobs will be on the line. We can all help move to a tier with fewer restrictions if we work together and follow the guidance.

“COVID-19 is transmitted from person to person, and we know that one of the main reasons for the recent increase in infection rates is because people are going into other people’s homes when they shouldn’t be. We all want to see friends and family, but for now it is really important we protect those we love by not visiting them. The sooner we all do this, the sooner we can get back to some normality.”

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Case detection rate - in all age groups and, in particular, the over-60s How quickly case rates are rising or falling Positivity in the general population Pressure on the NHS - including current and projected NHS capacity Local context and exceptional circumstances, such as a local but contained outbreaks.

The number of people contracting COVID-19 in Bristol rose sharply from September, and the city now has an infection rate of 390.2 new cases per 100,000 people. In the past seven days, from those tested, there were 1,808 positive results in the city (information as of 24 Nov).

Bristol’s Director of Public Health, Christina Gray said: “Across all tiers it’s important to remember how COVID-19 is transmitted and make sure we do all we can to prevent the spread of infection. So please wear a face covering when you need to, wash your hands regularly, and stay at home if you’ve been told to self-isolate. If you develop symptoms, stay at home and book a test.

“In the past week we’ve seen a slight drop in infection rates across the city. However we must not be complacent, we still must do all we can to further reduce infections. People are getting seriously ill, and we’ve seen increased numbers of people needing hospital treatment. This, alongside the usual winter pressures, is putting a strain on local NHS services. Please do all you can to protect Bristol.”

Tier 3 will come into force on 00:01 on Wednesday 2 December. While all essential and non-essential retail can re-open, there are restrictions on socialising and the hospitality sector.

You must not meet socially indoors or in most outdoor places with anybody you do not live with, or who is not in your support bubble, this includes in any private garden or at most outdoor venues

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IN TIER 3 You must not socialise in a group of more than six in some other outdoor public spaces, including parks, beaches, countryside accessible to the public, a public garden, grounds of a heritage site or castle, or a sports facility – this is called the ‘rule of 6’ Hospitality settings, such as bars (including shisha venues), pubs, cafes and restaurants are closed – they are permitted to continue sales by takeaway, click-and-collect, drivethrough or delivery services Accommodation such as hotels, B&Bs, campsites, and guest houses must close.

There are several exemptions, such as for those who use these venues as their main residence, and those requiring the venues where it is reasonably necessary for work or education and training.

Indoor entertainment and tourist venues must close. This includes: • Indoor play centres and areas, including trampoline parks and soft play • Casinos • Bingo halls • Bowling alleys • Skating rinks • Smusement arcades and adult gaming centres • Laser quests and escape rooms • Cinemas, theatres and concert halls • Snooker halls Indoor attractions at mostly outdoor entertainment venues must also close (indoor shops, through-ways and public toilets at such attractions can remain open). This includes indoor attractions within: • Zoos, safari parks, and wildlife reserves • Aquariums, visitor attractions at farms, and other animal attractions • Model villages • Museums, galleries and sculpture parks • Botanical gardens, biomes or greenhouses • Theme parks, circuses, fairgrounds and funfairs • Visitor attractions at film studios, heritage sites such as castles and stately homes • Landmarks including observation decks and viewing platforms

Leisure and sports facilities may continue to stay open, but group exercise classes (including fitness and dance) should not go ahead. Saunas and steam rooms should close There should be no public attendance at spectator sports or indoor performances and large business events should not be taking place. Elite sport events may continue to take place without spectators Large outdoor events (performances and shows) should not take place, with the exception of drive-in events Places of worship remain open, but you must not attend with or socialise with anyone outside of your household or support bubble while you are there, unless a legal exemption applies Weddings and funerals can go ahead with restrictions on the number of attendees - 5 people can attend wedding ceremonies, wedding receptions are not allowed, 30 people can attend funeral ceremonies, 15 people can attend linked commemorative events Organised outdoor sport, and physical activity and exercise classes can continue, however higher-risk contact activity should not take place Organised indoor sport, physical activity and exercise classes cannot take place indoors.

There are exceptions for indoor disability sport, sport for educational purposes and supervised sport and physical activity for under-18s You can continue to travel to venues or amenities which are open, but should aim to reduce the number of journeys you make where possible Avoid travelling to other parts of the uk, including for overnight stays other than where necessary, such as for work, education, youth services, to receive medical treatment, or because of caring responsibilities. You can travel through other areas as part of a longer journey For international travel see the foreign, commonwealth and development office for travel advice for your destination and the travel corridors list.

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Mum-of-four delivers mental health support following personal tragedy In little over a year, Clare Davis’s brother died, her house burnt down, her young child went missing and she was diagnosed with skin cancer. The last three events took place within a fortnight of each other – testing the mumof-four’s resilience to the core.

Clare, from Bristol, who has worked as a corporate trainer for over two decades, said she had lived a relatively blessed life and then her world was turned on its head. She said: “I hadn’t understood the pain and loss of grief until my brother died, which was heart-breaking.”

Loss and grief Clare’s brother, Chris, died of a brain tumour in 2007 – just five weeks after diagnosis and at the age of 35. Clare, who was one of seven children growing up near Sydney, Australia, decided to move back home, while pregnant with her third child at the time.

A few months after settling, the family home burnt down and destroyed most of their belongings. Clare, her husband, and three children - aged between eight months and six-years-of-age - were lucky to escape unharmed – as the house exploded minutes after they got out.

Clare said: “I learned then that we can experience grief for many things – loss of a loved one, sentimental items, a home or a way of life. I don’t take good times for granted anymore.

“I’ve learned that some things are out of our control - but we do have a choice over how we respond to them. I believe it has made me stronger and more empathetic towards others.”

Missing The community rallied round to help the family out and a week later a friend organised a party to thank them. Clare’s four-year-old son had played with the friend’s dog outside as usual. But then stray dogs led the pair out into the 100-acre land where they got lost.

Police cars and helicopters launched a search party as night was approaching. Fortunately, their boy was found unharmed five hours later by a contractor working on a nearby property.

Clare said: “I was scared that I was going to lose my little boy and was so relieved when he was found.”

Health scare

Clare said: “My husband, Jonny, stayed calm and found a safe way out. We were lucky as the firefighters couldn’t smash the windows and we could have been trapped.”

A few days later she decided to get a growth melanoma on her leg checked out by her father, a practising GP, after putting it off for a couple of months.

The wall with the photo of Chris and his family was the only part of the house to remain undamaged. The family, who had just had their belongings transported, lost most of them in one fell swoop.

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It turned out to be skin cancer and could have proved fatal if left unchecked and untreated for much longer.

Clare said: “I had felt like I was being attacked on all sides, but these events were a wake-up call about what really matters in life.

Clare, who runs free Mental Health Chats on YouTube and Podcast to raise awareness of difficult topics such as anxiety and suicide, said:

“This included looking after my own emotional wellbeing so I could better face challenges.”

“We all need to work on our emotional fitness as it doesn’t come naturally and it’s not wise Two years later Clare’s dad, Dr Joseph to leave it until hard times to test it out.”

Gangemi, died suddenly from a heart condition at the age of 75. The family decided to She has now released a book called Emoreturn to the UK and settle in Longwell Green, tional Fitness: A-Z for Positive Mental Health Bristol.

– a practical guide to maintaining wellbeing and preventing downward spirals. Clare, who Emotional fitness has delivered training to workplaces and schools across Bristol, said: “Positive mental Clare, who heads Nova Associates to help health is like a muscle, which we can work build healthy relationships and teams, discov- on. It helps us to cope with difficulties and ered in her management training that people improves performance, relationships and our need help looking after their team’s wellbeing. physical health.”

The international coach then trained to become a Mental Health First Aid Instructor – a nationally recognised qualification set up to support the workforce.

· For more information about Emotional Fitness A-Z for Positive Mental Health and the free Mental Health Chats, visit https://www. novaassociates.co.uk/mental-health-book

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Grant applications are now open on the council website

Marvin Rees, Mayor of Bristol, said: “We know that this year - and the period of second lockdown - has been tough for so many of Bristol’s businesses.

“We want as many as possible to receive the financial support that is available, to help Applications for Additional Restrictions Grants, them throughout lockdown and to support our offering more Bristol businesses financial city’s economic recovery and would encoursupport to cope with the effects of lockdown, age business owners to review the advice have been opened by Bristol City Council. before the deadline to see if they could be eligible.’’

The grants are being made available for businesses not eligible for the Local To apply, you must: Restrictions Support Grant (LRSG(C)A), applications for which were opened by the Have a business that is located within the authority two weeks ago and have already West of England region seen 1299 applications.

Have 49 or fewer employees apply to the local authority where your While the LRSG awards remain open – and business is based, or if you trade from specifically for businesses that are registered multiple locations to the local authority where for business rates and are legally required to you mainly trade close due to the November lockdown – the To find out more and apply, visit: https://www.

Additional Restrictions Grant (ARG) process bristol.gov.uk/business-rates/lrsg-and-arg is also now accepting applications to help those businesses that did not fit those criteria.

Tim Bowles, West of England Mayor, said: “The survival and success of our businesses Businesses can receive up to £1,000 for is vital to protecting decent well-paid jobs businesses with 10 or fewer employees, or in the West of England and securing our up to £1,500 for businesses with 11 to 49 recovery. This £23m we have secured from employees. the Government will be a big boost and add to the schemes we have already launched in the Those eligible for the new grants include region to help us get the job done. those businesses (including those that are self-employed and sole traders) that: “Advice on these new grants and other Have to close due to the lockdown, but aren’t schemes is available through the West of England Growth Hub and I would encourage registered for business rates; businesses to apply as soon as possible to Are legally allowed to open during lockdown, help protect themselves from the impact that Covid-19 is having on their trade.” but have chosen to close due to decreased demand; or A reminder to businesses that they can find Are legally allowed to open during lockdown, further information for support available across our Covid and general business but have been severely financially impacted support webpages. We are also launching The scheme currently applies for those support for pre-start and small SME’s across who were trading on the date before the North and East Bristol to find out more visit 5th November when restrictions came into force, with city businesses being encouraged here. to apply as soon as possible before the 27 November deadline.

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WORKING TOGETHER TO TACKLE INACTIVITY AND FOOD INSECURITY Let us think back to the first lockdown... when the wonderful people at Nascence Partner, Hargreaves Lansdown (HL), jumped on their bikes during our virtual Break The Cycle fundraiser.

They wanted to raise funds for the work that Bristol Sport Foundation (BSF) had started with Feeding Bristol and Square Food Foundation to tackle inactivity and food insecurity.

Fast forward four months and together they have delivered a number of cooking videos on the BSF app, which can be downloaded HERE, and delivered the first ever Active.

Healthy. Happy. holiday camp.

Rob Webber, Head of Operations for BSF, spoke about how this journey began; "after speaking with the guys at HL following their fundraising efforts we wanted to work together to create an initiative that helped people that had been hit hard by the effects of COVID-19. After talking through all of the projects that we were working on, there was no hesitation that this was the best fit."

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"COVID-19 has impacted the communities of Bristol in a dramatic way, holiday hunger is at a high, with an estimated 3 million children at risk of going hungry during the school holidays in the UK and children are finding it harder than ever to access physical activity opportunities."

"These camps ensure that each child that attends will receive three main meals for the day, starting with a healthy breakfast, lunch cooked by themselves and will be equipped with the skills and ingredients they need in order to cook a healthy dinner for their families, alongside plenty of opportunities to be active and have fun in a safe environment."

The pilot, which took place at Oasis Academy Connaught in Knowle West, saw lots of children having a great time playing sport and being active before heading in to the kitchen to learn how to cook healthy seasonal produce and they even got to take home a recipe kit with everything they need to put their new skills to the test and cook for their families. It was such a success that BSF are delighted to announce that the initiative is to be extended and rolled out during every school holiday period starting with a Christmas themed camp during the Christmas holidays.

The format for this programme will see a mix of physical activity, cooking lessons and the day will wrap up with an all new mental wellness session which will be delivered in the form of short yoga classes and will be split into four sessions to allow for smaller groups to encourage a calmer atmosphere. This will directly contribute to BSF's mission of creating Active. Healthy. Happy. communities with the next holiday camp scheduled in Knowle West on Monday, December 21st - which will of course have a festive theme!

Jo Ingleby, director of The Children's Kitchen, said that "The Children’s Kitchen are really pleased to be part of this exciting new programme for children. It was lots of fun making Mexican food in October and we can't wait to create some festive dishes this time with Square Food Foundation."

None of this is possible without having great partners, and Heather Cooper, Chief People Officer at Hargreaves Lansdown, told us why they got involved "It’s vitally important, now more than ever, to offer children the opportunity to be active, healthy and happy and Hargreaves Lansdown are proud to sponsor the partnership between Bristol Sport Foundation, Feeding Bristol and Square Food Foundation."

"The children will be creating their own tasty lunches and taking home a recipe booklet and meal kit to cook at home. Health is so much more than just eating well or exercising; the Active, Healthy, Happy days help children to understand the balance and go home feeling positive!”

In order to support the upscaling of this initiative BSF have also launched a fundraising campaign so that more communities can benefit. If you would like to donate then please click the button below, anything you can spare will help to keep families Active.

Healthy. Happy.

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Out and about in Brislington West with Jos and Andrew Another roundup of local news:

Sand Hill Community Garden We recently started work a new project, Sand Hill Community Garden, which is the long, narrow strip of grass between Sandy Park Road and Sand Hill, near the junction with the Sandringham pub. Overgrown and neglected for many years, we are hoping that in time this will become an attractive area with a variety of insect and bird-friendly plants and flowers. To start with, we’ve planted around 200 daffodils, which will hopefully give us an uplifting, cheerful display next spring. While we were there, a lovely lady bought us coffee and doughnuts so thank you very much for that! After lockdown we’re planning to meet up with local horticulturalists to come up with an appropriate planting scheme for the area.

Let us know if you’d like to get involved with this project.

E-scooters at Brislington Park and Ride In a recent meeting with council officers to talk about a number of local transport issues, we were very keen to discuss ways in which the Brislington Park & Ride could be better utilised, especially as commuters are currently only able to use buses at a fraction of their capacity. We want motorists to have more transport choices to continue their onward journeys. As well as a hub for e-bikes, we would love to see the Park & Ride becoming an e-scooter hub too.

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At the moment, the e-scooter scheme is only available in the city centre. We want it expanded in order to give commuters a real choice.

Free school meals update Like many people, we were incredibly disappointment when MPs at Westminster voted against providing free meals to vulnerable children during the school holidays. However, the response from local businesses was superb, with several stepping up to offer free meals instead.

Crispin’s on Sandy Park Road provided over 50 free meals during half term and the Lodekka on Bath Road gave away 113. We want to say thank you to both businesses for their incredible generosity. Furthermore, the landlord of the Lodekka, Jamie Park, got in touch just before Lockdown as he had a fridge full of perishable food he didn’t want to throw away. We were able to get in contact with a local food bank and arranged for everything to be collected within a couple of hours. #EndChildFoodPoverty Nominate your Brislington heroes During the spring and summer, We tried hard to promote local business owners and other individuals who went above and beyond to help Brislington residents during the pandemic.

Who can forget Sher and her hundreds of goody-bags for our NHS key-workers, or our very own friendly, neighbourhood Spiderman, who jogged all over Brislington and beyond, raising thousands for Bristol Children’s Hospital? Well now’s your chance to vote for your Brislington hero. Every year the Lord Mayor of Bristol awards medals to citizens who have gone the extra mile for their community. This year the focus is going to be a little different because of the pandemic, and the city wishes to officially recognise people who have helped others during this difficult time. Residents are now able to nominate individuals, charities or businesses so if you would like to make a nomination, please use the following link: https://www.bristol.gov.uk/ council-and-mayor/lord-mayors-medals

Jos, who recently acquired both an electric car and an electric bicycle, is lucky enough to have a garage, where she can recharge her vehicle overnight. Unfortunately, most people in Brislington do not. The charging network needs to be greatly expanded if more people are going to make the switch. With this in mind, we are hoping to arrange a briefing with council officers to find out what is being planned for our area. An obvious starting point is our local supermarkets and publicly owned car parks and we’ve already contacted Sainsbury’s and Tesco to encourage them to install EV charging infrastructure as soon as possible.

Langton Court Bridge update Central government has announced a new round of funding for Emergency Active Travel schemes. Here in Brislington, Langton Court Improving biodiversity in Arnos Court Park Road has been selected as a site for Since setting up the new Friends Group, temporary transport measures to help we’ve really hit the ground running. So far mitigate the effects of the current pandemic. we’ve organised a litter pick and managed Our successful campaign for a pedestrian to get an old bench repaired. We are now in touch with local residents and council officers crossing by St. Anne’s Infants School has been combined with the new proposals so to try to make the park a more diverse place that there is a coherent approach. The new for wildlife. There are several ideas in the proposal will involve the temporary closure of pipeline and one that we are especially keen on is the planting of a species-rich hedgerow the railway bridge on Langton Court Road to and native trees along the park boundary with motor vehicles, with pedestrians and cyclists the A4 Bath Road. This would provide both a still able to use it. If this closure does go visual and pollution screen between the road ahead, the idea is to use it as a trial to see if the closure works and whether it is something and the park. If you would like to get more that the community would like to be involved with these projects, please join the friends group: https://www.facebook.com/grou permanent. The current plan is to consult local residents, businesses and other ps/718708475350789/?ref=share stakeholders on the temporary closure between 30 November and 18 December.

Electric vehicle revolution The government has brought forward plans Based on the results, a decision on whether to ban the sale of new diesel and petrol to go ahead with the temporary closure will be cars from 2045 to the more ambitious 2030. made and if so, put in place in February 2021 This is in line with Liberal Democrat policy and residents would be informed in advance. so we welcome this news. However, as we There would then be a further consultation mentioned back in the summer, there are in spring 2021 asking for opinions on what several barriers to EV ownership. One of the permanent changes to the road layout should key issues is a lack of sufficient or reliable charging infrastructure. More than 45% of the be made. This would include asking whether or not the temporary closure should be made UK population lacks off-street parking, which permanent. makes charging at home impossible.

Furthermore, there is a shortage of public charging infrastructure as well. Here in By Jos Clark, Liberal Democrat Councillor Brislington we currently have just one facility, (Brislington West) Email: cllr.jos.clark@ bristol.gov.uk Mobile: 07584 370429 tucked away in a corner of the Bath Road & Andrew Varney, Liberal Democrat CounPark & Ride. Another issue is cost. cillor Candidate (Brislington West) Email: According to the motoring research group, andyvarney@hotmail.com Mobile: 07544 JATO Dynamics, the average price of an EV 667968 is 81% higher than that of a normal car.

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WHATS DOES DECEMBER HOLD FOR YOU? Aquarius Jan 20 - Feb 18 Something you have been putting aside needs to be dealt with. The sooner you do this the better things will be for you. Remember that in any situation you have a strong enough character that you will be able to deal with most things. If you have hold-ups and obstacles, check that you are not causing these yourself.

Keywords strength and endurance

Pisces Feb 19 - Mar 20 Meeting people is quite prominent this month, both in social and other groups and gatherings.

If something needs to be said or sorted now is a good time to do it. It may be a time to reflect and for decisions.

Keywords. Gatherings and decisions Aries Mar 21 - April 19 If you are involved in meetings at this time they may not run as smoothly as you would like If the situation feels difficult remember to keep calm. You may also feel time for spring cleaning, both on the physical, and emotional levels.

Keywords. Calm and clearing Taurus Apr 20 - May 20 Looks like changes are on the way for you. It may be a new venture or career. You may be feeling a bit restless at the moment., May be time to reflect aon nd some of the things you would like to achieve.You may find people keep wanting to give you their problems, but do not let yourself get involved in gossip or conflict.

Keywords changes and reflection.

Gemini May 21 - June 20 You may be feeling that things are being held up for you, or that your vitality levels are low. Spring is just around the corner and soon your energy and yourself will be feeling back to normal. If there is something complicated in your life at the moment, you will soon be able to unravel it and and let it go.

Don’t be too hard on yourself, remember you can achieve more than you think.

Keywords. Letting go..

Cancer June 21 - July 22 Relationships are a high point this month, as well as possible. A small refresh in the home.

If something is a bit hard going at the moment, you will find that you will have the strength and endurance to go through this with relatively plain sailing.

Keywords opportunities and relationships Leo Jul 23 - Aug 22 This month pay attention to your intuition especially in regarding to situations with other people.You may need to step back from something and try and see it from a different perspective In all situations this month try and keep calm and balanced.

Keywords. Intuition and balance

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Virgo Aug 23 - Sept 22 You may be at a point where a knew interest hobby or some kind of study is on your mind.

This could lead to opportunities in many directions.Just remember anything you want to achieve may involve some kind of challenges.

Keywords challenges and opportunities.

Libra Sept 23 - Oct 22 Any obstacles that have been in your way look likely to be on their way out. You may have been feeling a bit stuck in your ways of late, this could well be about to change. It may be time to think of having a break, even if it’s just for a day or so.

Keywords change and relaxation Scorpio Oct 23 - Nov 21 It may be that time of year to go through some paperwork and to change some things that you have been putting off. A good time now for clearing and getting rid of things you don’t need both physically and emotionally. Try to be aware of being sensitive to other’s needs.

Keywords: Clearing and sensitivity

Sagittarius Nov 22 - Dec 21 This month is just the right time to start sorting other things out you have been putting off. You may feel I need to have a revamp in your home, this may also involve a clearing for yourself emotionally. Should be a chance to get rid of all those paperwork issues too.

Keywords clearing and cleansing Capricorn Dec 22 - Jan 19 At this time any hold-ups you have had are going to be easing. It would be good to listen more than talk at this time.Then may be things will be of value to you. Sensitivity and flexibility is something for you to be aware of this month. keywords: Listen and sensitivity Want to find out more about what’s in store for you in December ?

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For many people this is an essential part of their festive traditions and there’s nothing quite like a real Christmas tree to decorate a room and fill the home with that nostalgic seasonal aroma...

Choosing a Christmas tree

Looking good this month.. Mahonia

There are several types of Christmas tree to choose from and if you’ve never had one before it can be Why should you plant them? hard to decide which will be best.

Striking winter foliage, fragrant lily-of-the-valley aroma and beautiful yellow blooms - it’s not difficult Nordmann Fir - this is the top choice for real indoor to see why the Mahonia is such a well-respected Christmas trees and has excellent needle retention. addition to a winter garden.

The lush, glossy, rich green needles are soft and dense making it easy to decorate and the strong How should you plant them? branches will support your lights and decorations to Mahonia are very low maintenance shrubs but a create a stunning display. They quite often have a small amount of attention will ensure that they wide base, making a perfect place to hide presents! perform to the best of their abilities - an annual prune is sufficient to keep them in check. By nature Norway Spruce - the ‘traditional’ Christmas tree. they are adapted to woodland conditions so plant in Strong branches make for easy decorating, although partial to full shade however they will grow well in the needles can tend to be fairly sharp. If you are a variety of soil conditions including clay, chalk and choosing this tree it is best kept outside for as long even sand. as possible before bringing it into a cool room to help with needle retention.

Potted/pot Grown Trees

Most people buy cut Christmas trees, but it is possible to buy ‘potted’ or ‘pot grown’ trees. If you want to keep your tree after Christmas to pot on or plant in the garden always ask for a pot-grown tree. Potted Christmas trees have usually been grown in the ground and then dug up and potted with a few roots.

They generally won’t last much longer than a well cared for cut tree, and usually won’t establish in the garden afterwards. Pot grown trees have been grown in the pot and so many are more likely to be successful for growing on from year to year.

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During that period, the group built 590 new homes, including 157 affordable, and supported 1,530 jobs in the area. The company's construction work has also supported 520 supplier and sub-contractor businesses and provided 18 places for graduates, trainees and apprentices.

Barratt and David Wilson Homes spent £22m on physical works which benefit local communities including highway and environmental improvements, affordable homes and community facilities and created 8.5 hectares of green space including public open space and private gardens.

The five star housebuilder has contributed an additional £2.7m to help build new local facilities and infrastructure in and around its new developments through the Section 106 contributions and the Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL).

As part of Barratt Developments' commitment to protecting the environment, 93% of construction waste has been diverted from landfill.

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The housebuilder's work has generated £34m in tax to support local and national public services, whilst local shops and services saw a £9.9m boost in spending from residents of new homes, in turn supporting 100 retail and service-related jobs.

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DEBT RESPITE SCHEME AIMED AT HELPING moratorium on taking action, and fees, INDIVIDUALS IN DEBT This penalties and interest, can come at any stage A new Government scheme which aims to help people experiencing difficulties with debt is due to come into force in May 2021.

The Debt Respite Scheme (Breathing Space Moratorium and Mental Health Crisis Moratorium) gives individuals who are experiencing difficulties with debt, and who actively seek advice from a professional debt advisor, access to a 60day breathing space from the effect of the debts they have incurred.

On eligible debt, under the regulations, creditors will be prevented from applying fees, penalties, charges and interest on arrears.

Creditors will also be required to suspend action to recover the arrears for the 60-day period. The regulations also provide the same protection to individuals who are receiving mental health crisis treatment.

of a recovery action. Where proceedings have been started (unless there has been an admission from the debtor before or during the moratorium) default judgment cannot be requested. Bankruptcy proceedings will be stayed and, save for a charging order or attachment of earnings order made prior to the moratorium, enforcement actions will also be stayed.

Philip continued: “The onus is on the creditor to advise the court or tribunal of the moratorium and the court or tribunal must take the appropriate measures to ensure the claim does not progress thereafter.

“There is much to think about for creditors affected by the regulations. There will be a lot to prepare so that measures are implemented to ensure compliance. The impact on creditors will depend on the nature of their business and their ability to absorb delays in receiving payment.

“It is worth noting that, in appropriate circumstances, which include a creditor being Debt recovery expert and partner at national unfairly prejudiced by the moratorium, the law firm Clarke Willmott LLP, Philip Roberts, says the new regulations are a positive move. creditor can request a review from the debt advisor or, if necessary, from the court. The initial request for a review must be made “These are very important changes and are within 20 days and should be supported by another positive step towards encouraging evidence. individuals who are experiencing difficulty with debt to seek help from the debt advice “We are looking forward to working with sector,” said Philip. creditors over the coming months to put in place procedures to effectively comply with the regulations and to maximise prospects of making fair and ethical recoveries.”

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