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Whilst writing this the sun is shining, the temperature is in the early to mid-20’s and it looks like Summer has arrived... but I am also aware that this can change at the drop of a hat and one part of the island may be enjoying the sun and yet another area at the same time can be taking shelter from the rain. s summer finally here???
We are very lucky to be surrounded by some amazing beaches that are just perfect for swimming and are ideal on those hot days when nothing is more refreshing than a dip in the sea, whether it’s just your big toe, up to your knees or are really brave and commits fully to the task in hand. Inside this issue you will find news, information, some great advertisers, the puzzle pages, our ‘dates for your diary’ section and much more. Our aim has always been to reach out to the community to share news and information and if you have community news you want to share, please get in touch with us via any of the means below. I hope you have a great August and get the chance to enjoy the freedom of meeting up with family and friends after such a long break and you get to enjoy our beautiful island which, come rain or shine, is one of the best places to live. Keep safe and I look forward to catching up with you again next month.
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I buy unwanted items of Trading Standards have a few scams to share interest and can carry with you this month. out house, shed, garage & workshop clearances • First of all a reminder about the and I have a Registered Loft insulation phone calls that have been Waste Carriers Licence plaguing Island residents. Do not respond to
these calls and do not permit a “surveyor” Island wide service. to visit your property. They would, without Call Eddie on 07838 003185 doubt, find a problem in your loft and then charge you extortionate sums to “fix the problem” • If you are trying to renew important documents online be very careful as there are many copycat websites out there who will charge you to process the application (The DVLA charge will only be for the Driving Licence or Passport etc) it is likely you will also not receive the documents you have applied for. Always use official government websites when carrying out these transactions • Fake Amazon emails are circulating saying that you need to update your account – this is a SCAM do not click on any links • Be wary when buying items on Facebook from apparently local sellers. Reports have been received about fake accounts who will advertise items for sale, take your money and then you receive nothing. If you have paid through Paypal friends and family you will also have no recourse to a refund • Reports of rogue traders again on the Island. Do not engage with anyone who knocks on your front door and offers to do work for you – they will not be genuine and you could find a £20 job turn into a £2000 job and these traders can be intimidating and persistent. As always forward any scam emails to report@phishing.gov. uk and scam texts to 7726. Ensure that you use valid and trusted websites and that any trader you employ is reliable and trusted. 5
News Report from Cllr Paul Fuller - for Cowes West & Gurnard Tel: 01983 289595/07935 090835 - Email: paulfulleriw@gmail.com Traffic Orders - Thank you to everybody who provided feedback to recent Traffic Regulation Orders.
constituency whilst Ryde, Sandown, Shanklin and Ventnor forms the other.
Proposals to impose double yellow lines on the southern section of Princes Esplanade need to be re-advertised following our new Council’s abandonment of plans to impose parking meters on the seafront.
Jet Ski’s - The use of jet skis has been reported to the Marine Police, who I pleased to report have continued to monitor their use in waters frequented by bathers. Please note a local bye-law exists prohibiting ‘Personal Watercraft’ being used faster than 8 knots and in depths of less than 2 metres.
Island Plan Consultation - In my new role as Cabinet member for Planning and Housing, I am leading consultation on the new Island Plan (this is the Planning Bible for the Isle of Wight). The consultation will continue until 30th September and can be found here: https:// iow.moderngov.co.uk/documents/s3200/ Appendix%202.pdf The timescale has been extended until the end of September to allow Local Councils and residents to be engaged with the process, and for myself and Planners to go ‘out on the road’, to listen to feedback. Headlines for this second consultation is the reduced annual housing target from 1045 dwelling per annum to 486 dpa. Also of note is the removal of suggestions for West Wight Garden Villages. Isle of Wight Parliamentary Consultation - Whilst a strong advocate of the Island having two Members of Parliament, I have objected to proposals by the Boundary Commission to split both Newport and the Medina Valley. In my representation which can be found on my website, I suggested Cowes, East Cowes, Newport and West Wight form one 6
Please report incidents to: www.hampshire. police.uk/ro/report/ocr/af/how-to-reporta-crime Parish/ Town Councils - Congratulations to Cllr Christine Bustin (elected to Gurnard PC), Cllrs. Alison Carter and Phil Sanders (elected to Cowes TC). Knowing that Christine, Alison and Phil have spent much of their lives actively supporting their communities, I very much look forward to work and supporting our new Councillors. Please note, Northwood Parish Council are also seeking new Councillors. If interested please contact: Parish Clerk, Barbara Herbert at: clerk@northwoodparishcouncil. org before 27th August. Speed watch - A very big thank you to Paul Taylor and his Speed watch volunteers who have been active in recent weeks in Pallance Road and Crossfield Avenue… Eventually, I am looking forward to joining the Team. Litter - Thank you to the numerous residents who volunteer to keep Gurnard Green and Beach pristine. Please can volunteers keep in touch with me (with continued over the page
News report from Cllr Paul Fuller continued photos if possible!), as otherwise the IW Council will not fully understand the massive issue with litter, given that volunteers are doing such a great job. E-Scooters - I arranged a meeting with officers and Councillors to discuss the issues with e-scooters in Cowes High Street following complaints of the carriage of passengers and the ongoing use by those without a license. During the meeting it was made clear the issue concerning enforcement of the prohibition to traffic using Shooters Hill and Cowes High Street applied to cyclists as well as e-scooterists. In response, I requested a rethink on painting signage on the road surface and publicity concerning restrictions. In the meantime, please report e-scooter incidents (please copy me in!) to the license operator, Beryl via: docs.google.com/ forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeXs1QOiFGEdafpz2 X7L8UccAbiS7XO4cy8FTqiuoRKmvNgw Q/viewform The trial is due to be extended to Sandown, Lake and Shanklin and continues until March 2022. Hedgerows - I have received requests for hedges to be trimmed back following this summer’s rain. In the nesting season trims are allowed to ensure walkways are kept free of brambles etc. In the meantime more substantial work can take place when the bird nesting season ends on 31st July. Also this month: • Local Shops and Pub signage continues to be called for at the Roundhouse junction to Gurnard
• I am in discussions with officers concerning motor vehicle electric charge points across the Island. • I have received a number of reports concerning anti-social behaviour and damage caused to the playground equipment on Gurnard Green. These have been reported to the IW Council, the police and Gurnard Parish Council to monitor. • If you are an owner of a high sided vehicle, please think about where you park your vehicle. Although it may not be illegal to park outside a residents home, it often leads to distress particularly when light and/or access is impeded. Please note if a householder feels the need to approach individuals it is often for good reason. • I continue to receive calls concerning the sale of Battery Copse between The Esplanade and Battery Road. To note this land is protected by tree preservation orders, is designated a SINC (a site of importance to nature conservation) and is well known for its dodgy land stability (hence the regular closure of the footpath!) • I have been in liaison with Island Roads concerning No Mow May, where grass verges are not cut. This has caused concerns, particularly in light of the backlog of cutting regimes. • Now that proposals to implement seafront charges have been scrapped, I am discussing options to create a permissive path connecting Gurnard Primary School with Princes Esplanade. • I have requested details over the Cowes Week Temporary Traffic Order. Once received this will be circulated to Cowes Town and Gurnard Parish Councils and should feature on my website.
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Keeping you mobile… Having a mobility issue, whether it’s due to ill health, an accident, surgery or because you are simply getting on in years can have a negative affect both mentally and physically. Feeling like you are missing out on small tasks such as shopping or getting around can have a major impact on your quality of life. Isle of Wight Shopmobility, is a local registered charity that can come to the rescue in the form of short-term rental for mobility scooters and wheelchair hire. Having access to these valuable lifelines can make a difference to your quality of life. Isle of Wight They are based in the centre of Newport in South Street and offer a very easy to use system. Simply visit their store, register your details and you can have access to a range of scooters and wheelchairs. Wheelchairs can be taken away and used for the full period of hire and scooters will have to be returned at the end of each hire session.
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Never be caught short again when out and about as they also sell Radar Keys and anybody who needs the use of a disabled toilet knows how important these keys are. This local charity is also looking for volunteers to join the small but very friendly team. Give Joy a call on 01983 718950 for a friendly chat or pop into Isle of Wight Shopmobility at South Street, Newport, PO30 1JF. If you have your own mobility scooter and feel you would benefit from some basic training give them a call as they have trained instructors to help keep you safe and mobile. Please also see their main advert for opening times and contact details. 8
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What’s happening in our area by ‘Local and Vocal’ Lora Peacey-Wilcox WEEDS IN GUTTERS: You may have noticed the prevalence of these as you walk around. The reason they are worse than ever is because due to pressure the IWC was requested not to use glyphosate in the normal way spraying by the quad bikes. Instead, 4 chaps are going around removing by hand……! ESCAPE ROOM (Aspire): Yes, first one on the Island and the first that is in an actual crypt! Please give this a go and support this amazing charity. Contact them direct: 01983 716020. www.aspireryde.org.uk FABULOUS PLANTS: At Men in Sheds and the Storeroom Cowes. Somerton Industrial Estate. SO CHEAP! Please support this very worthwhile charity. Lovely cacti too. SPEEDWATCH: I took part with others on Crossfield Ave. Quite a lot of people over and some well over speed limit. Another session booked for a couple of weeks’ time. All roads need to be certified safe that we can work from there. We can’t just rock up and do it anywhere! Sometimes, its perception of speed. Next one is in Place Road, after numerous concerns. ASTRAZENECA VACCINE: The Government has confirmed that no Covishield vaccines (manufactured in India) have been administered in the UK and that all AstraZeneca vaccines given in the UK appear on the NHS COVID Pass 10 10
as Vaxzevria (manufactured in Europe). Let’s hope this info from the NHS is correct! LOCKDOWN ENDS!: I know many of you are concerned about us coming out and removal of restrictions. For me, I will probably continue to wear a mask inside busy places like supermarkets; and I do hope they continue to have hand gel and disinfectant for trolleys! I always use these. Indeed, those businesses that continue with good hygiene will defo get my support. PLEASE be mindful of people who are extremely nervous at loss of restrictions. COVID: `Personal responsibility & Common sense’ - stay safe everyone. As always, you’re my extra eyes and ears: lora08@sky.com
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Are you interested in volunteering? Do you want to be a part of your local community? Mountbatten are looking for new volunteers able to support patients, families, our shops and our staff across the Isle of Wight. When you ask most of our volunteers why they give up their time and energy to support Mountbatten’s work, most often they will say “to make a difference”. The demand for Mountbatten’s expert care and support is going to increase in the years ahead and that’s why we need your support.
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Could you be a Mountbatten Neighbour? Mountbatten Neighbours are trained volunteers offering friendship and a 'listening ear' to people living with a life limiting illness in their community. For example, popping round for a cuppa and a friendly chat. Find out more at: www.mountbatten.org.uk/volunteer e-mail voluntary.services@mountbatten.org.uk phone 01983-217304
We need volunteers to: • help provide a supportive environment for those visiting the John Cheverton Centre. • support one of our 10 Mountbatten shops across the Island? • help in our Sunflower Café in the weekday evenings and daytime at the weekends. • become a ‘Mountbatten Neighbour’ supporting someone near you by visiting for a cuppa and offering a ‘listening ear’? • support those who have been bereaved – both with our Bereavement Helpline and with face to face and group support. Mountbatten provides free training to develop your skills and confidence as well as on-going support. To find out more please visit www.mountbatten.org.uk/volunteer or e-mail Sally List at sally.list@mountbatten.org.uk or phone 01983 217368.
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Dates for your Diary Every Tuesday and Friday – Newport Peter’s Church, Seaview and the Nettlestone Minster Craft & Gift Fair at Minster & Seaview Community Partnership. Centre, Town Lane, Newport from Saturday 14th August – Ventnor Day 10.30am – 3.30pm at Ventnor Park from midday to 5pm. Every Friday – Calbourne Car Boot Ventnor Day is an opportunity to celebrate Sale (Opp Sun Inn, PO30 4JA) Weather the strength of the town’s community spirit permitting. Sellers 4pm, buyers 4.30pm. - with music, performance, stalls, and food in the picturesque setting of Ventnor Park. £5 pitch. Every Sunday– Staplehurst Grange Car Boot Sale (Staplers Road, PO30 2LU –Sellers from 8am and buyers from 9am. Cars £1, Transit £12 and Lutons £15. No dogs allowed on site except guide dogs. Saturday 31st July - Saturday 7th August – Cowes Weeks daily events at St. Mary’s Church, Church Road, Cowes from 10 am – 4pm. Refreshments, lunches, cakes, etc. Stalls include Pete and Rose’s collectables, jigsaw puzzles, art, craft, books, clothing and much more! Free entry. Dog’s welcome. Saturday 7th, 14th & 28th August – Colwell Common Car Boot Sale. Sellers set up from 8.30am. Buyers from 9am. No need to book – just turn up. Cars £5 and Vans £7. Weather permitting. Call Totland Parish council for more info 01983 756028. Saturday 14th August – Summer Fete at Seagrove Football Ground from 2pm - Dog Show; Fancy Dress competition; Donkeys; Bouncy Castle - stalls selling local produce and homemade cakes; craft stalls; books; toys; Tombola and, of course, the famous White Elephant bargains!! Teas, coffees, cakes and ice creams. Organised by St.
Saturday 14th August – Dash and Splash 2021. This is a 5-kilometre dash along the length of Sandown Bay. There are 43 groynes in total to negotiate, most of which are a straight run through large gaps. Some will be splashed around, which at low tide will be mostly ankle deep. Two groynes could be waist deep, these will have marshals in the water. The run starts at 9.15am at Shanklin Rowing Club, goes along the beach, under Sandown pier, to finish at Yaverland. Register and book your place at www.dashandsplash.org.uk. Dash and Splash is a fun run and not a race. Sunday 15th August – Jaguar Car Show at Sandown Airport, Scotchells Brook Lane, Sandown from 10am. So much more than just a collection of cars in a field. Hundreds of truly splendid, classic, beautiful vintage and modern cars of all makes, you can enjoy a full day of live music and entertainment from Juke Box Jazz and Stars of 45. There is a variety of side stalls and David Randini for the children’s enjoyment and superb catering. Tickets £5.00 per adult, (accompanied children under 16 free) and park all day for free too! Funds from this year’s show will go towards the Hampshire and Isle of Wight Air Ambulance. continued over the page
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Friday 27th – Sunday 19th August – Ticket to Ryde at Eastern Gardens, Ryde. Free event. Taking place during the International Scooter Rally, the event embraces the 60’s and the mods, with a fresh mix of Ska, TwoTone, Trojan and Northern Soul bands. There will be food and drink available from local providers plus market stalls selling vinyl records, hats, sunglasses and collectables. A range of children’s activities will keep the little ones happy whilst the adults relax and enjoy the music. With a lovely atmosphere and laid-back family-friendly vibe, it’s the perfect way to enjoy a lazy bank holiday weekend!
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