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Another month has been and gone and the Government roadmap to bring us out of ‘lockdown’ is moving along and it’s good to see local businesses open their doors once again. One person I am really excited to see is my hairdresser... and I’m sure many of you can relate to how I am feeling. More restrictions are due to be lifted in May and we can also look forward to two bank holidays on the 3rd and 31st. These last few weeks have been a mix-match of weather conditions. Going from sunny days to frosty mornings and some places across the island even saw snow! There has been a constant chill to the air but hopefully as we enter May we can look forward to some glorious days. This magazine is free for readers to pick up and we rely upon local businesses to advertise in order for us to flourish and we would be really grateful if you could please tell your family, friends, work colleagues and local businesses about us. I hope you have a great May and I look forward to catching up with you again next month.

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Useful information Abondoned Cars versus Nuisance Cars Getting abandoned cars removed from streets isn’t as straightforward as it would seem. Unfortunately, it is difficult to define an ‘Abandoned’ car. Many such cars are actually ‘Nuisance’ cars that also have a clear definition. The IW Council are responsible for removing abandoned cars, but not nuisance cars. Cars causing a serious danger will also be removed on a case-by-case assessment. ABANDONED CAR Untaxed Flat tyres Litter under car Contains litter. Broken Window

NUISANCE CAR Missing Number plates Parking dispute SORN Mould inside/Outside Broken down Poorly Parked Vandalised Causing an obstruction Untaxed. Fire Damaged Temp in need of repair Parked for a long period

Recycling & Waste Bins Many residents have found that their waste bins are too small to take all their waste. Unfortunately, sometimes recyclable waste is put into black non-recyclable waste bins which then quickly fill up. The rationale behind the IW Council’s waste collection policy is to recycle as much as possible to divert it from going into landfill which costs money and is bad for the environment. To encourage residents to recycle as much as possible, the Council will issue residents with a second green recyclable bin if one bin is too small for your family’s requirements. To obtain a second green bin or bag you can apply on-line at www.iwight.com/waste or call 823777. If you do not have room for a second bin you can put paper/cardboard in a separate white or clear bag and place it next to your green bin on collection day. Help is Available Are you struggling with finances, emotions, housing, food, pets? Please do not sit and worry. Pick up the phone to our incredible Citizens Advice team in Newport. Call 0800 144 8848 or go to the website www.citizensadviceiw.org.uk Save Money Energy Supplies - From 1st April, OFGEM increased the price cap for energy bills. This will mean that in the coming months, most households are likely to see an increase in their energy tariffs, for details visit: www.moneysavingexpert.com To find out more on how switching suppliers which could save your household money visit: www.uswitch.com 4

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Trading Standards have some more scams to warn you about. We have had reports from residents about the following but there will be others! • Trading Standards are still receiving reports of phone calls from companies around home insulation, the caller will tell you they will visit and check out your home insulation in the roof and then offer you a one time only deal for providing insulation – similarly calls about asbestos in your property, they will arrange to call and check your property for asbestos and will almost certainly “find” some, they will then overcharge you for the removal and disposal of the non-existent asbestos - do not engage with anyone who calls you out of the blue and remember any work that these companies are likely to do will be over priced and of a poor quality. • Another common phone scam at the moment appears to come from National Insurance stating that your NI number has been compromised or suspended – this is a SCAM just hang up • We have also received worrying reports that a scam text regarding the Census has started doing the rounds. It says there appears to be incorrect information on your completed census form to avoid a £1000 fine please click on the link they provide – this is a SCAM. The ONS states - “You will never be issued with a fine by text message, on social media or by email. Our Cyber Intelligence team is scouring the web for phishing sites and taking them down. If you find a site that looks suspicious or receive text messages with links to sites asking for money related to the census, do not engage with them. Report them to the Census 2021 Contact Centre by ringing 0800 141 2021” Scam texts can be forwarded to 7726 and scam emails sent on to report@phishing.gov.uk where the information will be gathered and used for intelligence. If you would like to increase your knowledge please go to www.friendsagainstscams.org.uk and watch a short “An excellent team video aimed at raising oﬀering an awareness around invaluable service” scams and doorstep crime NEW! Book online www.mobilevetsurgery.co.uk Another useful tool is the free Which Scam Alert service that you can sign up to – just go to the following site https://campaigns. which.co.uk/scamalert-service/

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Join the Diabetes Group Isle of Wight We support people with diabetes by: • Providing support and information for people with diabetes. • Providing a platform for discussion to raise awareness of diabetes on the island • Campaigning for excellence in the care of people with diabetes, providing a voice for them to be heard.

If you would like to support Free online May event: our group by volunteering, Dr Lawrence, St. Mary's Hospital consultant will be talking about become a current & future treatments for Diabetes & answering your questions. member or Date: 27th May 2021 sign up to Time: 7pm to 8pm receive our Guest Speaker: Dr Victor Lawrence, St.Mary's Hospital, IOW NHS Trust newsletters Joining details: Please email us for a Zoom Link at then please info@diabetesiow.org.uk email us. Questions: Please email any questions you have by 20th May 2021

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Totland Parish Council News It has been lovely to see people enjoying the facilities in Totland now that we are coming out of lockdown, however, we must all remember this pandemic is not over and to remain safe. Beach Safety Councillors were concerned last year with the amount of people who came into both Totland and Colwell Bay by boat and also the use of personal watercraft boats, jet skis for example, that were sharing the waters with swimmers. Councillors have been working with the Isle of Wight Council to bring back the beach safety buoys and after the Beach Safety Consultation carried out by the Isle of Wight Council, they agreed to this and we expect the buoys to be put out during June. The Parish Councillors are looking to add to these buoys around Widdick Chine area in time for the summer season. This will all be possible because the Parish Council have agreed to financially contribute towards this for 5 years. One Horse Field This area is for everyone to enjoy and sadly young people are abusing certain areas. The viewpoint is litter picked daily by local people and the rubbish includes empty beer cans. If this is you or you know someone who uses this field, please leave this beautiful area as you find it. The Fire Brigade attended a fire in this area over the Easter holidays which could have been extremely serious. Colwell Common Car Boot Sales will commence from 1st May and providing we get enough support these will run through until

September but this is all subject to Government guidelines. The damaged trees on the Common have also been replaced and will be regularly watered. Parking Reminder Totland Recreation Ground: Signs have been erected informing all that no overnight parking is allowed for any vehicles and Councillors request local people stop using this as a second car parking space or for vehicles that are either SORN or do not hold a current MOT. The area is for users of the facilities only. Defibrillator Locations: The Waterfront Bar, Needles Battery, Memorial Hall and Colwell Public toilet block. All are easily accessible. Recycling: Afton Marsh Recycling Centre – This is open, and you can now take household rubbish, however, you MUST book a time online. You cannot just turn up; you will be sent away. CONTACT DETAILS: Parish Clerk – Mrs Helen Gibbs - Telephone 756028 Totland Parish Council, Winchester House, The Broadway, Totland Bay, PO39 0AX. The parish office opening days and times are: Monday – Thursday 9.30am to 12.30pm. Email: clerk@totlandparishcouncil.org. uk or follow the Clerk on Twitter @ TotlandClerk. The parish council also has a Facebook page which is updated regularly.

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Feline Welfare is a small but dedicated rescue centre on the Island and is run by Nikki Hazelgrove who works tirelessly rescuing, saving and rehoming cats and kittens across the Island. She is not a business but Registered Charity: 1084722 a registered charity and relies upon the generosity of locals to donate to help feed the residents and ensure they get medical treatment. Her special residents are looking for their ‘forever homes’ and here are just a few that want you to pick up the phone and call so you can come and meet them. You can find more details on their website www.felinewelfareiow.co.uk . Call anytime on 521778. Meet ‘Pepper’ and ‘Salem’. They are not related but when they both arrived at Feline Welfare they got on so well together and are now best friends and will need to stay together. They are happy, friendly and loving cats. ‘Butch’ came in as an unapproachable undoctored stray but has changed so much and although still nervous initially his foster parents Jane and Colin have turned his life round for him. He has a lovely personality and he is now ready to move into a loving, quiet and safe home. ‘Murphy’ arrived on Boxing Day. It was believed his owner had sadly passed away so he then adopted a couple quite close by for the following year. Their cats were not too happy with his visits so Nikki was asked if she could help. This lovely boy is looking for a quiet home, so no young children, and probably as an only cat, or maybe a friendly female cat who would be gentle with him. ‘Molly’, is 7 years old and is an affectionate little girl and is definitely looking for love of the human kind. Molly turned up recently and made no attempt to leave and owners can’t be traced. Molly will be better as either an only pet or with another friendly and gentle cat. She definitely wouldn’t like to be with a dog. ‘Mischief’ is such an adorable little character. She is 6 years young and such and very sweet and affectionate. She was living with another cat and a small cat-friendly dog so she can either go as the only pet – which she would LOVE – but Nikki may consider her going with one other pet in the family. If you can’t give a ‘forever home’ but would love to be a foster parent then Nikki would love you to contact her. A BIG SHOUT OUT for anyone who can donate to ‘Jeremy’ who has been diagnosed with hip dysplasia and dislocating knees. He needs surgery amounting to £4,500. PLEASE DONATE via their website or Facebook page.

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Curious cuckoos One of the most iconic sounds of spring is the call of the male cuckoo, the two notes heralding the changing seasons. Cuckoos will have just started to arrive in Britain after their long migration from Africa where they spend the majority of the year. They have a fascinating life cycle and cuckoos and their chicks and eggs are wonderfully adapted to parasitising the nest of other bird species. Just two of the 54 species of Old World cuckoo can be found in Europe and here we will take a closer look at the common cuckoo. Arrival In late February cuckoos will slowly begin their 10,000km journey to Britain, leaving the rainforests of central Africa where they have spent our autumn and winter. They will have been feeding up on the insects these forests provide ready for the 50-60 hour Saharan crossing which makes up one of the more perilous legs of their journey. Cuckoos make the crossing in one non-stop night flight and sadly many don’t make it to the other side. Cold temperatures, dust storms and high winds could all put bring their migration to a premature end. There are further obstacles for the cuckoos as they navigate their way through hunters in the Mediterranean and possible wet or cold weather on their passage.

The breeding season Once the cuckoos arrive at their destination (they breed across Europe) the most familiar part of their life cycle begins. Males can be spotted on open perches making their onomatopoeic call, while females have a less-famous bubbling call which they make as they search for a suitable nest. Each female will be adapted to parasitise the nest of a certain host bird, a trait they pass on to their chicks, forming distinct races. The reed warbler and the meadow pipit are the most common unwitting parents to cuckoos, but over 120 species have been recorded with cuckoo eggs in their nests. Cuckoo eggs have a thick shell so the egg can be quickly laid from above the nest while the parents are gone, and the cuckoo chick has a concave back to help roll other eggs out of the nest. They also have a large gape and loud calls, which trigger the parents to bring food despite the often odd appearance of a giant cuckoo chick squashed into a too-small nest being fed by tiny parents. But this harbinger of Spring is on the decline, on the UK red list of birds. An important factor is the increasingly unpredictable weather, which can play havoc with the cuckoos migration flight and their insect food sources. Cuckoos can be spotted on many of the Trust’s nature reserves – find your closest at www.hiwwt.org. uk/nature-reserves

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The FYTbus Charity Shop on The Broadway, Totland, re-opened its doors to customers on Monday 12th April, and has been very busy. We’ve had lots of donations of books, clothes, bric-a-brac, etc., and we have something to suit everyone, if you’d like to come and look around. The shop is open from 10.00 to 16.00 every weekday, and 10.00 to 13.00 on Saturdays. We are continuing to run ROUTE A and ROUTE B buses three times EVERY WEEKDAY MORNING, but there is NO AFTERNOON SERVICE on Route C. Timetables are available on our minibuses and published on our website. They can also be obtained by contacting our office on 01983 752917. Standard adult fare is £2.50 but travel is free if you have a concessionary bus pass. If you have a FYTpass your fare is just £1.00 (details of how to apply are obtainable from our office or on our website - www.fytbus.org.uk ). “MEDICAL TRIPS” are available to help you reach appointments in Newport or at Brookside Health Centre, and can be booked on the above phone number or via The Hub at West Wight Sports Centre on 01983 752168. We also now have our wheelchair accessible car available to convey a disabled passenger, and their carer if required, on medical trips to doctors, dentists, opticians or hospital, in their own wheelchair. SATURDAY SHOPPING TRIPS to Newport are available twice per month for anyone who can’t purchase their “essentials” locally. May’s door-to-door shopping trips will be on the 1st and the 15th. The return fare is £6.00 and you can book by calling the office number (01983 752917) or visit the FYTbus website.

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