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Bedsits Bake expectations scheme on hold PLANS to convert a former care home in Hanham into bedsits have been withdrawn. Scott Essex, acting as an agent for the owner, asked for approval to turn Rockleaze in Lower Hanham Road into 19 bedsits. The proposals were unpopular with residents who lobbied Hanham Parish Council over parking, waste, noise and disturbance concerns. The parish council supported residents, writing to South Gloucestershire Council to log an objection, as did many people living nearby. It is unknown why the plans have been withdrawn but it follows a site visit to Rockleaze by highways officers. They recommended the council refuse the application, saying parking on the site is "woefully inadequate". A report stated: "The proposal if implemented would lead to creation of a large HMO (House in Multiple Occupation) with very limited parking and as such it would most certainly result in severe impact on safe and free movements on the travelling public adjoining to the site."

Princess Royal launches school Princess Anne has officially opened the £4 million new building at the Digitech Studio School in Warmley. PAGE 7

Cycle ride is a fitting tribute Worshippers at St Augustine of Canterbury, including some from Longwell Green, are taking part in a cycle marathon in memory of diabetes victim James Hedge. PAGE 10

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Volunteer Violet Whitbread, from Hanham, and sales assistant Ella Shopland, from Warmley, have taken part in a charity cake sale at the St Peter's Hospice shop in Hanham

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n NEWS A £1.5 MILLION makeover is under way at Longwell Green Active Leisure Centre enabling it to offer exciting new activities and greater capacity for a growing community. The redevelopment means the centre, which is managed by the Circadian Trust, will offer improved facilities to its customers and meet increased demand in the local community, which is set to grow due to planned new housing in the area. Plans for the new and improved facilities include a new fitness studio; an additional 25 stations in the fitness suite; new changing rooms including new entrance to the building

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Leisure centre gets a £1.5m revamp and lobby and more poolside showers. The project is being funded by South Gloucestershire Council and will be delivered in partnership with Alliance Leisure. The architects are Studio Four Architects and the design and build will be carried out by Createability. Ben Beasley, director of commercial development, said: “Longwell Green Leisure Centre

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is one of our most popular Active Centres so we are very excited that we are going to be able to both expand the facility and offer a range of new activities. “The work will result in a significantly improved sports and leisure provision locally, reinvesting in local communities, which is at the core of what we do as a charity.” The project will be carried out in phases and is due for

March, 2017 completion at the end of 2017. This investment follows the recently completed £3.6 million redevelopment of Bradley Stoke Leisure Centre. Councillor Heather Goddard, chair of South Gloucestershire Communities Committee, said: “Longwell Green is already heavily used and we are very pleased to be able to fund these improvements to help it expand even further. Families, individuals and sports-club users, and the wider community, will benefit from more and improved facilities and although there will be some disruption during the work, the centre will stay open throughout.”

Time to release your inner Mary Berry ... WOULD-BE Mary Berrys - and Paul Hollywoods - are being encouraged to support a muchloved local charity by baking and eating. Keen bakers and cake lovers alike are being called upon to support St Peter’s Hospice by getting involved with its 2017 Ready, Steady, Bake campaign. Taking place throughout the whole of March, Ready Steady Bake will see supporters across the city whip up a storm in the kitchen and hold tea parties, cake sales and coffee mornings to raise money for Bristol’s only adult hospice. Volunteers and staff at the charity's Hanham shop held their cake sale on Friday March 3 and saw the store even busier than usual as people flocked to buy tasty treats while shopping for bargains. The Hanham shop is one of 50 of the charity’s stores hosting their own cake sale. Staff will also be selling special ‘Great Bake Packs’ which will include baking essentials to help participants along the way. The 2016 Ready, Steady, Bake campaign raised an incredible £10,000 for St Peter’s Hospice, with over 100 events held across Bristol. Fundraisers at the charity hope to top this total with this year’s campaign. St Peter’s Hospice community fundraiser, Petra Littlefair,

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said: “Whatever you bake or buy, whether you use your best vintage china or paper plates, all the money raised will help local families living with terminal illness. “Those who register their cake sale or tea party with us will receive free party goodies. We raised an amazing total last year and people really got behind it, so we’re hoping for the same this year. “If you don’t want to hold a party yourself, keep an eye out for cake sales taking place at your local shop or simply pick up a Great Bake Pack which will make a lovely addition to your kitchen or a great gift for a friend.” As Bristol’s only adult hospice, St Peter’s Hospice cares for more than 2,670 patients each year as well as supporting family members. All services are provided free of charge for patients and their families and this care costs around £19,000 a day. The charity relies upon donations from fundraising and money generated by the 50 hospice charity shops in Bristol and surrounding districts. To find out more about St Peter’s Hospice or to register a party visit http://www. stpetershospice.org.uk/events/ events/2017/03/01/readysteady-bake

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'A zebra crossing here would be great'

Nathan Taylor with twin seven-year-old daughters Ingrid and Ella at the site of the proposed crossing in Whittucks Road, Hanham

be assumed that some of these pedestrians would proceed along Whittucks Road and use a crossing at the health centre." The consultation ended on February 24 and the authority is expected to make a decision in the coming weeks. Further funding has been earmarked for off-street parking in Laburnum Road and Abbots Road as well as traffic calming in Abbots Road. If approved, the proposals are programmed to be put in place during the 2017-18 financial year.

PEOPLE in South Gloucestershire will go to the polls in May to elect a ‘Metro Mayor’. The council, with Bristol and B&NES councils, has agreed to form a West of England Combined Authority (WECA) to manage new powers, funding and responsibilities handed from central Government to the region. North Somerset Council declined to join. The authority will be led by the Metro Mayor and the three council leaders, Matthew Riddle, Marvin Rees and Tim Warren. The election will take place on May 4 and the candidates will include Tim Bowles, a South Gloucestershire councillor, for the Conservatives and former Bristol West MP Stephen Williams for the Liberal Democrats. Darren Hall is the Green candidate. Lesley Mansell will contest the post for Labour and Aaron Foot for UKIP. The three local authority leaders held the first public WECA meeting on March 1 at Watershed. Chris Skidmore column: Page 18

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A DAD is supporting plans for a new zebra crossing along one of Hanham's busiest roads. South Gloucestershire Council has money set aside to fund the crossing, which would be placed near the entrance to Hanham Surgery. The authority has been asking residents for their views before a final decision is made. Trainee teacher Nathan Taylor, who is pictured with two of his three children, Ingrid and Ella, said road safety should be a priority in the area. "There are many children living around here who walk along Whittucks Road on their way to and from school as well many adults and children who use Hanham Surgery. "Whittucks Road is a very long road with not many opportunities to cross safely so I welcome any measures put in place to make the area a safer place." Many pedestrians cross at the existing crossing in Abbots Road and use the footpath through the doctors' surgery because there is no pavement on that side of the road. A council report said: "A site on Whittucks Road, at the junction with Hanham Surgery, has been identified as a potential site for a formal crossing. A total of 39 pedestrians, including 23 children, were counted crossing at this point in a 45 minute period. Approximately 20 people were observed using the existing crossing at Abbots Avenue and proceeding to Roman Way via the off street footpath, it can

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Council tax bills set to go up 5% SOUTH Gloucestershire Council has voted to put up council tax bills by 4.99 per cent from April. This is made up of a 1.99 per cent general increase plus a further 3 per cent specifically for adult social care. It means that the average charge for a Band D property for the South Gloucestershire Council element of the total council tax bill will be £1,359.62. Final bills will include increased precepts from the Police and Crime Commissioner, the Fire Authority and most town and parish councils. Increases are necessary to try to protect services as funding from central government is reduced. The council's £193.25 revenue budget was debated and passed following extensive public consultation, with 70 per cent agreeing a rise was needed.

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Can you play a part in helping to save the Hanham Hills? CAMPAIGNERS are seeking more active support for their battle to protect open space around Hanham. The Hanham Greenbelt Conservation Society is looking for additional committee members to help it fight development plans that could threaten the Hanham Hills. In its latest newsletter, it says it is busier than it has been for years. It is preparing for battle over plans to relocate the cricket club in Abbots Road and build hundreds of houses. Mike Camm, from the group, said in the newsletter that if the proposed development went ahead it would be a disaster. “This society has fought many battles with some notable results; we cannot win all the

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time but with your help and support we can at least try and protect our community from those who only see the bottom line and not the bigger picture.” he said. Representatives attended the February meeting of Hanham Abbots Parish Council, which agreed to oppose the development in the Green Belt. It is hoped a public meeting with the developer, who is acting on behalf of a private landowner, can be arranged. The conservation society meetings re held on the first Wednesday of tbhe month at Christchurch Hall committee room, starting at 7.45pm. You can find out more on the society website www.hanhamgreenbelt. co.uk

NEARLY 7,000 potholes in South Gloucestershire will be filled in over the next 12 months. The Government has allocated £362,000 for local roads from its Pothole Action Fund. Money is also coming our way from the new National Productivity Investment Fund to improve roads in the district with the aim of cutting congestion and improving journey times. Kingswood MP Chris Skidmore welcomed the funding, which he said would be of great benefit tolocal families and businesses. ‘The state of our roads is consistently being raised with me on the doorstep by local residents, so I know how popular this government funding will be,” Mr Skidmore said.

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Shopping Shop cat is feline fine, by George! centre's new look THIS little fellow has found himself in the middle of a media frenzy but he appears to be taking it all in his stride. For unlike most cats who live in owners' houses or wild on the street, George has set up home in the Kingswood branch of Wilko. He is a familiar sight with many customers visiting the store in Kings Chase Shopping Centre just to catch a glimpse of their feline friend. George obviously feels entirely comfortable, as more often than not, he's catching 40 winks on the store's display of mats and cushions. The terrific tabby is proving such a hit, he's even got his own Facebook page where fans share photos of George relaxing and strolling along the aisles. Staff say they love having him in the store and make sure he is fed and watered. They have put up a sign which says: "Whilst George is a very tolerant friendly cat, please bear in mind he is constantly being petted and fusses, and as with all animals he may be unpredictable when woken or provoked." Emily Attwood, who took to George's Facebook page to claim she is his owner, said: "He's nearly seven and loves to roam about and meet people."

A PUBLIC exhibition will be held showcasing plans to bulldoze a multi-storey car park at Kings Chase Shopping Centre in Kingswood and redevelop the site. Steamrock Capital, which manages the site, is planning to ask council for permission to replace the outdated car park with nine retail units, food outlets, a gym and a new car park. But first the company will host an exhibition of the plans which will allow people to give their feedback. It will be held on Wednesday March 15 at Unit 7 in the precinct from 12-6pm. The project team will be on hand to answer any questions. After the exhibition, people can see the plans by visiting www. kingschaseredevelopment.co.uk A planning application is expected later this year.

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The Princess Royal views the state-of-the-art recording equipment at Digitech and talks to students about their practical work

Digitech receives royal seal of approval THE Princess Royal has officially opened Digitech Studio School in Warmley. The Cabot Learning Federation school, which equips students aged 14 to 19 for careers in the hi-tech, digital and creative industries, opened in 2015 and moved into its £4m new building late last year. Princess Anne spent an hour touring the building. and meeting staff, students, parents, academy councillors and business and industry representatives. She unveiled a plaque and was presented with a posy of flowers and a hamper of local foods from Digitech Head Boy, George Smith and Head Girl Elysia Wells. Principal Lis Jolley said: "It was an honour to welcome HRH The Princess Royal to our new building and to share with her the ethos and vision of Studio Schools."

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Police urge householders to lock up POLICE are urging householders to make sure they’ve locked up properly after four burglaries were reported in Hanham, Kingswood and Soudwell during the early hours of Friday February 10. Between 2am and 4.30am thieves broke into a house in Yew Tree Drive, Soundwell, and stole cash and bank cards. The elderly resident discovered the breakin at 4.30am and remembered being woken by a noise at about 2am. Just before 3.50am officers were called to an incident in Foxcote, Kingswood, where a handbag containing cash, keys and bank cards was taken. The householder was woken by a noise but the thieves had gone when they checked downstairs. At 4.25am a family reported disturbing intruders in their home in Foxcote, Hanham. One of the family chased the burglars but they were lost to sight in Magpie Bottom Lane. Officers, including a specialist dog handler, searched the area but did not locate the suspects, who were described as a man about 5ft 10ins tall, of average

How to keep your home safe Police officers always recommend: • fitting motion sensing security lights around your property • keeping tools locked up in a secure shed or garage • making sure garden furniture and wheelie bins can’t be moved to gain access to upstairs windows • locking up and setting the alarm, if you have one, at night as well as when you go out • hiding your keys and handbag or wallet safely out of sight • keeping cash in the bank • keeping jewellery and other high-value items with a specialist secure storage company • keeping photographs and a description of items with sentimental value • using a traceable asset marking liquid on items like jewellery or antiques All these things add up to put a burglar off targeting your home – as does joining or setting up a Neighbourhood Watch scheme. More home security advice can be found on the police website www.aspolicestaysafe.co.uk build, wearing a black jacket with white piping down the sleeves and a man of average build wearing a light-coloured hooded top Finally, at 7.30am, there was a report of a burglary in Crown

Road, Kingswood. It’s believed to have happened at some time between 11pm and 6.30am when a neighbour spotted the front door ajar and pulled it shut. The thieves stole a Canon camera, a Playstation, an iPad and a

by smashing the patio doors. As they searched the house one of the men went into a bedroom where the male householder was sleeping, waking him. Two other men then entered the room and one assaulted him

with a screwdriver, causing two gouges on his legs . One of the men then stood over the householder while the other two continued to search the house, demanding money and asking where the safe was, although the family do not have a safe. The men then made off empty-handed. The first man is described as white, aged in his 20s or 30s, about 5ft 4ins and of medium build. He wore a dark-coloured clothing including a fleece and a baseball cap and face covering. The second is white, late 20s, slightly shorter and of thin build, wearing similar clothing and face covering. The third man is white, 5ft 6ins, of heavier build than the other two, again wearing similar clothing and face covering. Investigating officer Dai

handbag containing cash and other items. Neighbourhood inspector Clive Summerill said: “Some types of door handles – known as paddle or stub handles – click when lifted and many people think this means the door is secure, but it isn’t. You need to turn the key to make sure, otherwise a thief can force the door. “It’s also important to remove your keys from the lock, to prevent burglars from hooking them out - but keep them in an easily accessible place out of sight of the door or windows.” As part of their investigations, police carried out house-tohouse enquiries and forensic examinations of the properties and are appealing for anyone with information about the break-ins to get in touch. If you have any information which could help, contact officers online at www.avonandsomerset. police.uk/contact, or call the force on 101, quoting reference 5217030280. Police advise calling 999 if a crime is in progress, otherwise you should ring 101.

Burglars wake man up, then assault him RAIDERS broke into a house in Lower Hanham Road and assaulted the householder in what police describe as a "distressing" incident. It happened at about 3.50pm on Monday February 13 when three men broke into the house

Nicholas said: “This was a very distressing incident for this gentleman. "It’s being investigated by a specialist team which is dedicated to a number of burglaries in which jewellery and cash have been stolen, although nothing was taken in this case. This is one of a handful of incidents we’re investigating in which someone has been assaulted, and I’d urge anyone with information which could help our enquiries to get in touch.” Anyone who can help is asked to get in touch through the police website, www.avonandsomerset. police.uk or by calling 101 quoting reference 5217033037. Police have carried out doorto-door enquiries and a forensic examination of the property.

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Tributes pour in for June TRIBUTES have been paid to "comrade" June Lovell who has died at the age of 85. The former Labour councillor spent her 20-year political career serving the area of Cadbury Heath and the wider district of South Gloucestershire. June Govett was born on September 2, 1931 and grew up in Timsbury with her younger brother David. She starting working at Fry's in Keynsham and later at Purnells, marrying Arnold Lovell on June 6, 1953. The couple, who enjoyed travelling and going on cruises, started living in Hanham before moving to The Tapsters, Cadbury Heath, where they lived for more than sixty years. They had two children, Martyn and Richard, and later became grandparents to five grandchildren and five great grandchildren. June took up auxiliary nursing at Cossham Hospital and became a community nurse.

She was first elected to Kingswood Council for the ward of Cadbury Heath in 1987 and again in 1991 and served until the council was abolished in 1996. She was the council’s last ever deputy mayor. June and Arnold were then elected together for the new Parkwall ward, which covers Cadbury Heath, when South Gloucestershire was first created in 1995 and was re-elected in 1999 and 2003. They both retired voluntarily in 2007. June was vice-chair of South Gloucestershire Council from May 2003 to May 2004 and served the district as its chair from May 2004 to May 2005. June was also a school governor and a volunteer at a stroke club. In her later years June suffered with Alzheimer's and dementia. After the death of her husband in January 2016, she moved into the Beeches Care Home, and later the Laurels Care

Home in Timsbury, where she spent her final days and died peacefully on February 14. Cllr Pat Rooney, leader of South Gloucestershire Council's Labour group, said: "June, along with her husband Arnold, were stalwarts of the local political scene. They were committed advocates for Cadbury Heath and good friends and comrades to all of us in the Labour Team. We mourn her passing and send our condolences to her family.” Fellow Labour councillor Shirley Potts, who represents the ward of Staple Hill, said: "I remember June working tirelessly for the residents of her ward and taking a prominent part in community activities. As a result of her professional background as a nurse she was extremely interested in promoting good health and particularly in improving the quality of life of stroke victims. "I remember especially her infectious sense of humour and

her overwhelming kindness.” Former South Gloucestershire Council chairman Ian Boulton said: "June and Arnold Lovell were the first people to welcome me into the Labour movement when I joined the party in my 20s. J It was for good reason that many of us knew June simply as ‘Mother’ and she is sorely missed." June's funeral will be at Westerleigh Crematorium on March 10 at 11.45am and afterwards at Longwell Green Community Centre.

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Facing personal challenges in memory of James, 18 JUST over a year ago Downend teenager James Hedge tragically lost his life to diabetic ketoacidosis, a complication of diabetes caused by lack of insulin in the body. The 18-year-old, who was in his first year at university, had lived with Type 1 diabetes from the age of three. Now, in James’s memory, members of St Augustine’s Catholic Church in Downend are rallying round to raise money for research into the disorder, which claims thousands of lives every year. There are currently 400,000 people in the UK with Type 1 diabetes and more than 29,000 of them are children. The St Augustine’s community are dedicating 2017 to raising money for the charity

JDRF which works to cure, treat and prevent Type 1 diabetes. To kick-start fundraising, Downend's 45-year-old Liz Knight, a close friend of the Hedge family, is running the London Marathon on April 23. Liz only started running in 2015 and this will be her first marathon. Then on Saturday June 24 a fundraising family walk from Frenchay to Eastville Park and back will take place. Finally, in August, four cyclists will use pedal power to trek more than 100 miles in one day. Matthew Condon, 44, from Mangotsfield, Andrew Serle, 42, from Bromley Heath, Jonathan Davis, 45, and 14-year-old Josie Davis, both from Longwell Green, will head to Somerset for

the cycle ride. James’s parents, Maeve and Bob, said: “We are so touched to have the support of the St Augustine community, with friends taking on immense personal challenges in memory of James. "James was kind, gentle, patient, quietly strong and determined and a good and loving son, brother and friend. His life was tragically cut short as he started his first year at university. We hope his legacy will be helping to find a cure for Type 1 diabetes so other families don’t have to suffer as we have." There will be further fundraising events throughout the year including a ladies pamper night on March 24 at St Augustine’s School, a quiz night on April 2 in the parish hall,

James lost his life in January 2016 after living with Type 1 diabetes since he was three years old cake sales in the parish hall on Sundays after church and a car wash in the parish car park, also after church. If you are interested in taking part in the family walk, or any of the other events, email Clare Davis clare@novaassociates. co.uk for more information. You can also donate directly online at http:// uk.virginmoneygiving.com/Liz. Knight

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Kingswood Post Office opens up in W H Smith shop KINGSWOOD Post Office has a new home. The branch, which was in Hanham Road, relocated to WHSmith in Kings Chase Shopping Centre on February 23. The new branch has four counter positions with opening hours from 9am5.30pm Monday to Friday (9.30am on Tuesdays) and 9am-12.30pm on Saturdays. The Royal Mail parcel collecting point next to the branch's former premises still operates from Hanham Road. The move follows a six-week public consultation where some concerns were raised over parking as the nearest car park at the shopping centre is fee paying with tariffs ranging from 60p for one hour to £5 for four

hours or more. The second nearest car park, in Halls Road, is out of action until a branch of Lidl opens towards the end of the year. There is, however, a small car park in South Road and larger ones in Bank Road and Cecil Road. There are also bus stops along Regent Street as well as a nearby taxi rank. Roger Gale, Post Office’s sales and trade marketing director, said the move ensures the branch will be commercially viable into the future so that services are safeguarded. “Our customers’ needs continue to change and we are responding to that, taking the right action to sustain our services for years to come,” he said.

Council accused over skatepark 'promise' A FATHER who raised money for a skatepark in memory of son who was killed in an aircraft accident says the council has reneged on a promise to offer further facilities for young people. Gordon Clapp, 74, is facing the tenth anniversary of his son Jamie's death this year after the light aircraft he was travelling in crashed into a field and burst into flames. After Jamie's death on July 8, 2007, Mr Clapp began fundraising £100,000 for a skatepark in his son's memory. His dream was finally realised in April 2011 when the Jamie Clapp Memorial Skatepark in Emersons Green was opened. But Mr Clapp, who lives in Mangotsfield, claims South Gloucestershire Council had promised to add a picnic area, BMX ramps and artificial grass verges around the site. "We said we would raise

£100,000 for a skateboard park - and we have done that," Mr Clapp said. "The council said they would put artificial grass around the outside, put a picnic area behind, BMX ramps on the other side and install automatic lighting but all they've done is put in one piece of false grass near the front. At one point they even said they would probably put a little cafe in.It's now been 10 years since Jamie died and six years since we opened the park, and it's not been done." Pilot Robert Gunter, 34, from Downend, invited Jamie for a ride in a light aircraft from a farm airfield near Clutton as a treat for his 14th birthday. The plane, which took off at a very steep angle, stalled between 200 and 250ft before it nosedived to the ground, bursting into flames and killing both Gunter and Jamie. It was later revealed Gunter

was an inexperienced pilot and had taken high levels of ecstasy. Jamie, a student at Mangotsfield School, was passionate about skateboarding and his family and friends felt the park would be a fitting tribute. Their fundraising campaign was boosted after Mr Clapp won just over £40,000 in the Big Lottery Fund's People's Millions contest. Mr Clapp said: It's a nice skateboard park but it's being let

go. Every year, the council tells me 'We haven't got the funds, we'll do it next year'. But next year never comes. We kept our side of the deal now they need to keep their side of the bargain and do what they promised." A South Gloucestershire Council spokesman said: “We have been in dialogue with Mr Clapp since the skatepark was originally constructed and have explained that we are unable to carry out any further improvements unless additional funding is secured. However, we are always looking to identify new funding opportunities to help improve community spaces in South Gloucestershire. “Following discussions with Mr Clapp, we trialled installing artificial grass on one of the stone embankments, however as it was purely aesthetic and did not offer any safety enhancements, this did not prove to be cost effective."

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Council has failed vulnerable children - Ofsted

SOUTH Gloucestershire Council has apologised following a damning Ofsted report which revealed "critical weaknesses" in its services to vulnerable children. Councillor Jon Hunt, the chairman of the authority's Children, Adults and Health Committee, spoke following a shock report published by the Government watchdog which rated the authority's services to children in need of help and protection as "inadequate". The 47-page report has led to calls from Unison for an inquiry into how the authority's children's services have been allowed to reach this point. Inspectors published the report following a four-week inspection last November and December for children in need of help and protection, children looked after and care leavers. While adoption services were rated good, it concludes that overall services in South Gloucestershire are inadequate. A total of 973 children have been identified as needing the council's children's services. Councillor Hunt said: “I share the disappointment in the outcome and I feel it is only right to apologise to those children and their families who have not received help and support quickly enough. The needs of children, especially vulnerable children and their families must always come first." Ofsted highlighted a requirement to urgently review all cases currently or recently allocated to managers within its 0 to 25 disability service. The report says "too many

vulnerable children with disabilities have been left without adequate help or protection. As a result, children have been left in situations of unmet need and unassessed risk". Peter Murphy, director of Children, Adults and Health at the council said: "Naturally we are deeply disappointed with the outcome but we are determined to improve services for children and young people. What I can assure you of is that we are already taking steps to bring about rapid improvement, which is acknowledged by Ofsted in the report. We have set up an improvement board specifically looking at our 0 to 25 disability service to ensure the needs of our most vulnerable children and young people are being met. This remains a top priority for the council and a robust improvement plan is being developed to address all the recommendations in the report. "We are reviewing how we identify children who may be at risk of sexual exploitation and strengthening the child protection arrangements we have in place within the council and together with partner organisations. "And we are also looking at how care plans for looked after children should adapt to better meet a child’s changing needs or circumstances. "We are also reviewing social work practice across the service and reviewing the training needs of support staff, social workers and managers to ensure they are fully equipped with the right skills to help children to the best of their ability.

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"As well as adoption performance being rated good, Ofsted recognises that the work of the turnaround board, set up in 2014, has driven a number of positive and much-needed changes in children’s services. However we accept these have not been quick enough for some families." Councillor Hunt added: “I am very clear that our aspiration is to see services for children and young people move to a good rating at the earliest opportunity. “To bring about the necessary improvements, the council must act swiftly and decisively but I have every confidence that we have the right people in place to drive the changes forward.” Labour’s Councillor Gareth Manson criticised the immediate response to the report from senior officers and councillors. “This defensive attitude and culture really needs to change if there is to be any meaningful and sustainable turn around in the council’s performance,” he said. Foster mum Sandie Davis, from from Emersons Green, described the Ofsted report as dire and called on the council to do better.

In a statement to the full council meeting, she outlined cases where families had waited years for diagnoses, Education, Health and Care Plans , social workers and other services, and had suffered extreme personal stress as a result. “It is your job to ensure that services are good. It is your responsibility to know what is happening and if you don’t have enough information you should ask,” Mrs Davis told councillors. The report did highlight a number of strengths. It said: ● Social workers know children well. Children’s views are heard and those who are in need receive appropriate support ● Adoption performance is rated as good. Children who cannot live with their birth families are routinely considered for adoption and are found caring homes quickly ● Children whose needs are clear are referred to the access and response team and social workers and managers swiftly refer them to the right service ● Staff feel well supported and cared for by visible and approachable managers.

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Residents launch online petition in bid to speed up viaduct repairs HUNDREDS of residents have joined a campaign for funding to speed up repair works on the ring road. The essential maintenance to the Bromley Heath viaduct over the river Frome, which is due to start in June, will reduce traffic on the busy A4174 from four lanes to two and is expected to cause long delays in all directions, affecting journey times for commuters from the Hanham area as well as having a severe impact on people living in surrounding areas. The £5.9 million programme is set to take a year to complete but could be finished in less than half that time if another £3.7 million were found to pay for extended working hours. Resident Adam Jaufurally has launched an online petition

urging Filton and Bradley Stoke MP Jack Lopresti and the House of Commons to put pressure on the Department for Transport to find the additional money to accelerate the works. The petition points out: “Closing the road for such a long period of time will be detrimental to the local economy, increase pollution (due to increased congestion) and cause up to three-mile tailbacks along the A4174, M32 and M4 – all key strategic roads. “The works will improve the viaduct for road, cycle and pedestrian users and the sooner it is completed the sooner it can be a positive contribution to the local economy as well as improve the lives of local residents.” South Gloucestershire Council has pledged to get the

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work done as quickly as it can and to work with residents to tackle any problems that arise. Information can be found at www.southglos.gov.uk/bhviaduct About 1,000 people had signed the petition. Other residents have lobbied Kingswood MP Chris Skidmore and Thornbury and Yate MP Luke Hall. Mr Lopresti said: “I have been working for some time on the campaign to secure extra money to enable the works on Bromley Heath viaduct to be reduced from the currently planned 52 weeks.I have had a number of meetings with the Rt Hon Chris Grayling MP, the Secretary of State for Transport, to request more support from the Department for Transport. I have also written formally to

the Department to put pressure on them to do everything they can to help. In his reply, Andrew Jones MP, the Minister with responsibility for roads, highlighted the fact that the Government have provided £13.95 million of the £15.5 million total cost of the scheme. “In addition, I have met councillors, including Councillor Colin Hunt, to encourage them to explore ways of finding funds to help reduce the length of time the works are taking. "Of course I agree with the residents who have contacted me to express their concerns about the delays that will inevitably result from the works to the viaduct, and I am also working closely with the Conservative candidate for Metro Mayor, to find a solution to this problem.”

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POLICE are continuing to ask for witnesses to come forward after the body of a 43-year-old woman was found in the road in Kingswood. Joanne Denham was discovered by a member of the public in Hill Street at around 12.45am on Sunday February 12. A post-mortem examination revealed she died from multiple injuries consistent with being involved in a road traffic collision. Around an hour before the incident police received a 'concern for welfare' call about a woman who was walking in the carriageway of Hill Street. Detective Inspector Louise Boyce said: “This was a tragic incident and our thoughts and deepest sympathies are with Joanne’s family. “We are keen for any residents or businesses with

CCTV on Honey Hill Road, Hollow Road, Alma Road and Woodstock Road to get in touch as we’d like to review their footage between 11pm on Saturday February 11 and 1am on Sunday 12. In addition, we also want to speak to anyone who was driving through the area who has dashcam as we’d like to view their footage of the same period.” As a matter of routine, the incident will be referred to the Independent Police Complaints Commission (IPCC) as there was police involvement prior to the woman’s body being found. A 38-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving and failing to stop at the scene of a collision. He has been released on bail until March 6 pending further enquiries. To help, call 101 and give the reference 5217031937.

Drugs raid: arrests TWO people have been arrested following a large scale drugs raid in Kingswood. Police executed a drugs warrant at an industrial premises on the Douglas Road Trading Estate on February 14. A large quantity of items, suspected to be drugs, were found inside. Due to the amount of items seized, police enquiries continued at the location until February 17. A 39-year-old man and a 19-year-old woman were arrested on suspicion of being concerned in the production of Class B drugs. Both have been released on police bail pending further enquiries. A police spokesman said: "We would like to take this opportunity to thank members of the public who continue to be our eyes and ears in our local communities. Anyone wishing to report a crime can call us on 101 or Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 where information can be left anonymously."

Your chance to air concerns RESIDENTS in Hanham and Longwell Green are invited to find out what is happening in their areas at a meeting this month. Representatives from the police, council, fire service and parish and town councils will be at the Community Engagement forum on Thursday March 16 at All Saints United Church, 83 Bath Road, Longwell Green, from 7-9pm.

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N last month’s column I spoke about the upcoming mayoral elections taking place in May this year. Since that column the Conservative Party has elected our candidate and I am delighted to tell Voice readers that the Conservative candidate will be the South Gloucestershire councillor and local businessman, Tim Bowles. This a vitally important election for our area, it is worth millions of pounds in extra funding and allows significant powers to be devolved from central government to our local area. I believe that it is therefore essential for our area that we have someone that will stand up for South Glos’ interests so we are not dominated by Bristol, similar to what happened under the previous Avon authority. The West of England is doing incredibly well - we are one of the only areas of the UK that gives more money back to HMRC than we take - but investment in infrastructure is desperately

needed to keep up with the progress South Gloucestershire is making. Locally we have been consistently let down by political agendas and this has resulted in our roads becoming the most congested anywhere outside of London and our Greenbelt being threatened. To deal with this, greater emphasis should be given to the development of Bristol’s urban brownfield sites so we can protect our area’s Greenbelt from unwanted and unneeded development. I know this is also an issue Tim is focused on and I know he will do everything he can to secure the improvements that have been promised for so long and, as all South Gloucestershire MPs are now Conservatives, we will work with him to deliver the vital infrastructure projects our area needs. With 2/3 Councils, 6/9 MPs and the Government now Conservative, it makes sense that we elect a Conservative Metro Mayor so he

can work with us to use the extra money to solve the problems our region faces, rather than use the position as a petty political point scoring exercise as I worry others may do. As a local candidate, Tim Bowles knows the transport improvements our area needs and will deliver on them, he will protect our Greenbelt sites by ensuring Bristol’s brownfield sites are better utilised, and will work positively with Government and councils to ensure South Gloucestershire gets its fair share. My position is clear, I fully endorse Tim Bowles as the Conservative candidate for our area’s Metro Mayor, but whatever your political leanings, as your local MP, and the minister responsible for democratic engagement, I want to make sure local constituents are aware and informed about these elections, and above all, local residents have their voices heard on May 4.

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Gregor Heating hands over £10,000 to Grand Appeal BRISTOL Children’s Hospital and the Special Care Baby Unit at St Michael’s Hospital have been given a £10,000 bonanza from a Bristol heating company. As part of the celebration of 30 years in business, staff at Gregor Heating, Electrical and Renewable Energy set themselves an ambitious target for their nominated charity of 2016, Wallace and Gromit’s Grand Appeal, the Bristol Children’s Hospital charity. From small events in the office, to a huge Family Fun Day at the Bath Racecourse, the 120 staff of Warmley-based Gregor Heating took part in a variety of fundraising activities. The firm also committed to donate £5 for every private boiler installation and £1 for every private boiler service completed in 2016, to help achieve the target. Steve Gregor, managing director of Gregor Heating, said:

“As a company, we have always looked for ways to give back to the local community that has supported us over the years and for our 30th birthday we really wanted to do something special. The stories of the families supported by Wallace and Gromit’s Grand Appeal really touched the hearts of the team and we were determined to help”

Call for feedback on minor injuries service HAVE you used the minor injuries service at your GP surgery? All practices in South Gloucestershire now offer the service on weekdays for registered patients. The watchdog Healthwatch South Gloucestershire wants to hear from residents who have used the service through their GP rather than attending A&E at hospital. A spokesman said: “We would also like to hear from residents in general regarding your views as to whether this is a good alternative to attending A&E or indeed if you are aware that this service exists.” Email: info@healthwatchsouthglos.co.uk call 01454 543 402 or find out more at www.healthwatchsouthglos.co.uk Outside office hours, the advice remains to call NHS 111 for advice. If you experience a major injury or illness, call 999.

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MANGOTSFIELD Festival has made a successful application for Member Awarded Funding (MAF) towards security for this year’s event. There’s still time for other community groups to apply for grants from MAF, a new scheme in which all 70 South Gloucestershire councillors can allocated money to worthy causes in their area. Applications must be made by March 31. Further information on how to apply is available on the council website www.southglos. gov.uk/maf Councillors have the option to award all their annual funding to a single organisation or initiative, or divide it among a number of groups. Robust criteria are in place to ensure funding is allocated appropriately.

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Relief on the horizon for Rocking Horse Nursery THE Rocking Horse Day Nursery, which has to move from Warmley in the summer, hopes it has found a new home in St George. It looks likely to move to the former Kingsway youth centre, which is part of the Creative Youth Network. This would save the nursery, which has been in operation for more than 25 years, and would be a relief to parents and staff. Parent Laura Williams, who has been leading the campaign to find a new base since the nursery was told it would have to leave the former Grange School premises, said: “It is not ideal, because it is three miles away from the current site so is not providing nursery places for families in Warmley, but it is good news that we have a building we can go to. It is a great relief.” The Kingsway centre is part of the Creative Youth Network

estate and has been used most recently as an alternative education provision. It is big enough for the nursery, which currently has about 60 children, to expand in future. Owner Julia Davies and her team were shocked in the autumn when they were told they would have to leave the Grange sooner than expected. Ms Williams and other parents protested and were given a stay of execution by South Gloucestershire Council.

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More children have joined following the closure of other nurseries nearby. Hopes were raised that the respected Rocking Horse Nursery could move to Oldland Common, but these were dashed when they found the proposed site was unlikely to get planning permission. Parents were meeting on March 2 to hear about the latest plans. It is hoped the move could take place in mid July.

Jessie May charity marks 21st anniversary A CHARITY which cares for terminally ill children within their own homes is celebrating its 21st anniversary. Founded in 1996 by the parents of Jessica May Purrington, who died of genetic condition Spinal Muscular Atrophy when she was four and a half months old, Jessie May supports families in Bristol, Bath, North Somerset, South Gloucestershire and Wiltshire and is planning a year of activity to celebrate reaching the milestone. Included in the line-up of events and celebrations for 2017 is an evening fundraiser with

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some special names from the world of sport, an exhilarating skydive, the return of the People’s Grand Prix, a big community summer party and much more. Jessie May head of fundraising, Julian Withers, said: “2017 is a huge year for us as a charity as it marks our 21st anniversary. “We really wanted to mark the occasion with a series of special activities throughout the year, to remind people why we do what we do and encourage them to get involved. For information visit www.jessiemay.org.uk

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n GARDENING THE vegetable section of any supermarket will offer a vast range of produce, a significant amount of which will be out of season and to meet the demands of many will have travelled thousands of miles to get on the shelves. Runner beans and courgettes in the winter for example, ours will have finished cropping on the allotment with the onset of autumn. With this vast range of choice and availability it begs the question, why grow your own? The answer most definitely is, taste, quality, satisfaction that you have grown it yourself in the knowledge that what, if any, chemicals have been used in the process. And lastly, your veg has only travelled a couple of miles and possibly minutes to reach the kitchen. Many allotments were created during the First World War out of necessity to provide fresh food for families. Thankfully, these days allotments exist for very different reasons, leisure and pleasure gardening. But whilst gardening methods have evolved over the last hundred years to become much easier, the basics remain the same. Lifestyles have also changed considerably since allotments

first came about and demand for plots today often exceeds supply, with some plots being divided in two, three or even four smaller ones to create more availability for gardeners. This has been beneficial in some ways, both to those who administer allotments and those who want them. However, those that do have plots still need to create a balance between work, family and all the other social opportunities that are available to us, a few reasons why reduced size allotments are so popular. For those that have a busy way of life, smaller plots are more easily managed and can still be extremely productive with a range of crops. Just a square metre of ground can yield fresh salad crops

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throughout the summer. Runner beans are always popular, however a packet of these seeds will cost over £2 and contain about 45 seeds, usually far too many for even a large plot. Often garden centres sell them loose, so you could buy just a handful if that’s all you need. Making a wigwam of canes takes about another square metre, interplant your runners with climbing French beans (the variety cobra are excellent for this) and you’ll have two prolific veg from mid-July well into the autumn. With only two square metres taken up so far, a small plot will generally allow for much further planting with whatever you might fancy, perhaps something that is either too expensive or simply not available in our supermarkets! An easily managed plot certainly instils confidence particularly if you are a newcomer and will almost certainly entice you on a warm summer evening to pop down, pick some veg, do a little weeding and perhaps spend a few minutes chatting with others to discuss your achievements (or failures, sorry it does happen) and maybe think to yourself…'I could do with a bit more space next year’. Our raised bed in the picture is 1.8m x 1.2m, about the same as mentioned above, and was filled last year with homemade compost. Being quite densely planted, it required little weeding or watering and produced excellent leeks, carrots, beetroot and swede. But is an allotment expensive? Rents are usually paid annually and generally ours average about £1 a week. Initially there may be some other outlays but these can be kept to minimum, usually a few basic tools will be all that is required to

start you off. March is generally a good time to plan your seed requirements and where possible start sowing into trays if you may already have the advantage of a greenhouse at home, if not a window sill can work effectively to get seeds germinating. You may be keen to get going but the weather in early Spring can still be unforgiving for planting outside, but here’s an idea to grow some quick, early salad. Take a small plastic container about 6 x 4 x 4 inches deep will do, ensure it has some drainage holes. Fill the container just under half way with compost. A pack of ordinary dried peas is all that’s required, these usually cost about 50p. Spread a layer of peas on the surface, you can put them fairly close together but not touching, cover with about an inch of compost keeping it damp but not too wet. Place the container onto a kitchen towel to absorb excess water and then place it on a warm window sill. Within two weeks green shoots will start to push through the surface, when they get to about 3 or 4 inches tall start cutting them. They make a superb addition to sandwiches or side dish for any meal and you’ll be cutting them several times. The dried peas in the picture were planted on February 20, we’ll be back here next month and we’ll let you know how ours have progressed, but in the meantime you can look us up on our Facebook page, just search for Hillside Allotments. If you would like to enquire of plot vacancies at Hillside, please email us at: hillsideallotments@ gmail.com Ron Heath

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n NEWS ENTHUSIASTIC plot holders at Hillside Allotments will be busy in their greenhouses over the next few weeks raising plants from seed for a special charity sale in Hanham. The green-fingered men and women at the allotment site in St George will sell their wares at the St Peter’s Hospice shop in the High Street. Ron Heath, from Hillside Allotments, said: "Raising as many plants as possible ourselves will reduce our costs considerably, ensuring we can pass maximum proceeds directly to the hospice. We have received fantastic donations of trays, compost and seeds so sowing can start immediately." The sale takes place on Saturday May 27 which coincides with the end of Chelsea Flower Show. Organisers hope that the extensive television coverage of the show over previous days will inspire many who want to get out into their gardens and take advantage of the plants on offer. Ron added: "Our dedicated team of growers are planning a wide range of vegetable and flower plants that can be grown on with ease for excellent results and we expect to have something for everyone. "However, for us to achieve a successful sale we need to advertise and the use of social media will be helpful in doing this. We’ll also be printing leaflets, which are extremely effective for distribution in the area. "Producing leaflets is not hugely expensive but it is a cost nonetheless and the growers at Hillside are appealing to those with businesses or anyone who

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Robin Bold, Mike Holland, Hilary Bryant could offer a small donation towards this overhead. In return for a minimal sum, the allotments team will include the sponsor’s name on the leaflet." Allotment holders say if the sale is a success it could be

repeated next year. "If other traders in the High Street participated in some way, perhaps hosting floral displays in their windows, the event could prove very popular as well as colourful and could become our

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n Popular Eighties tribute band Retro Electro are staging a gig at Sir Bernard Lovell Academy next month. The five-piece local outfit play covers of classic acts including Depeche Mode, Human League, Simple Minds, Gary Numan, Kraftwerk and David Bowie. Tickets are already on sale for the 80s Night, which takes place on Friday March 17. Its aim is to let more people know that the excellent performance facilities at the academy in Oldland Common are available for hire. Early bird tickets are on sale for the Retro Electro night, which takes place from 7.30-11pm, at £6. A drink package is available. www.ticketsource.co.uk/sbl or call 01454 868158 or 07946 585244 For information about venue hire, contact lettings@sblonline.org.uk

Tuesday March 28 n TLC (TALK, LISTEN, CARE) We shall once again be holding our Listening Service at Hanham Library between 1 and 3 pm. Should you have any problems with family, health, finances, abuse, loneliness etc, why not come and have a chat with us? No need to make an appointment, just drop in. These sessions are totally confidential and non judgemental, run by trained volunteers. We may be able to signpost you to some help or at least provide a sympathetic ear. Saturday May 6 n Barn dance, Warmley Community Centre, 20 Deanery Road, Warmley, BS15 9JB, 7.30-11pm. In aid of Chernobyl Children's Lifeline. Adults £8, children (under 12) £3. Music and calling by Rob Zikking. Includes supper. Bar available. Ticket only. For information and tickets visit ccll.org.uk/bristol

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n Longwell Green Netball, Longwell Green Community Centre, 6.15pm - 8.45pm, every week. Training times: Juniors (under 14s approx) 6.15pm 7.15pm; Seniors 7.15pm - 8.45pm For further information: Contact Sandra (Secretary) 0117 957 2588 or Sara 0117 947 7963 n Jazzercise Class, Longwell Green Community Centre, 7pm, every week For further information contact Carole Loughlin caroleloughlin@hotmail.com n Longwell Green Music Society, Longwell Green Community Centre, 7.30pm-9.30pm, Fortnightly. The club meet every fortnight on a Monday evening to listen to a range of good recorded music from Bach to Gershwin. Contact Sheila Hufford Telephone 0117 932 3141. n Short Mat Bowls Group, Hanham Community Hall, Elbrow Suite, 10.30am-12.30pm. Cost £2.00 and HCC Membership. Contact: Sheena 0117 967-4439 We have three mats each with two teams of four players, and we play ‘just for fun’ so come along and join in. Also Mon pm, Tues eve and Friday am. n Pilates, Hanham Community Centre, Avon Room, 10am-10.55 and 11.15am to 12.15, £5.50 per class, contact:John Hennessy on 07837 302 678. Classes 10-10.55 and 11.15 - 12.15. n WI, Hanham Community Centre, Gloucester Room , first Monday of every month, 10.30am-noon. Contact Moira Mitchell on 0117 9353299. n Tai Chi , Hanham Community Centre, Wessex Suite, 10-11am and 11am-12pm, cost £4.50 per session. Contact Vicki Siggens on 01454 616624 or email: vickisiggens@ google.com n “In stitches”, Hanham Community Centre, Ridgeway Room, 1-3pm, cost £2. Contact Sonja Sillay on 0117 983-2805or email: sonja.

sillay@blueyonder.co.uk We are a group who love to stitch! We make cross stitch, tat, knit, bobbin lace, crochet, embroider n WI , Hanham Community centre, Wessex Suite, 1.30pm-4pm, every second Monday, please contact Moira Mitchell on 07813140691. n Short Mat Bowls Group, Hanham Community Centre, Elbow Suite, 2-4pm, every Monday. Cost £2 and HCC membership. Please contact Sheena on 0117 967-4439 n Zumba Fitness, Hanham Community Centre, Wessex Suite, 7pm-8pm, cost £5 per class. Contact Celena Lewis 07525 214755 or email: celena45lewis@ yahoo.co.uk n Kingswood Breastfeeding Group, Kingswood Children’s Centre, 10.30-12pm, every week. Peer Supporters available each week. Free tea and cake. Everybody welcome n 10.30 -11.15am, Zumba Gold, low impact, St Aidan's Church Hall, Fir Tree Lane, BS5 8BJ £3.50 per class. Contact Philomena on 07966 373089. n 6.15-7.15pm, Zumba Fitness, St Aidan's Church Hall, Fir Tree Lane, BS5 8BJ. £3.50 per class until end 2016. Contact Philomena on 07966 373089

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n Art Class, Longwell Green Community Centre, 10am-12, every week in the coffee Lounge. Watercolour & Drawing with Fran McGarry. Have fun in a relaxed, friendly atmosphere. All abilities very welcome. Just come along to one of our sessions or call for further information. Materials are supplied for the first two classes. Free tea, coffee & biscuits. £8 per session (10% discount when booking 4+ sessions) n Handprints Mother and Toddler Group, Longwell Green Community Centre, 10am-12, every week in Orton Room. Contact Jodie Simms on 07976 093004. n Badminton, Longwell Green Community Centre, 2pm4pm, every week. For further

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March, 2017 Terry, on 0117 932 3071 or email: terrysdanceschool@blueyonder. co.uk n Slimming World, Longwell Green Community Centre, 9.3011am, every week. For further information: Contact Sara on 07841195725. n Real Fitness, Hanham Community Centre, Elbrow Suite, 9.30am-11am every week, cost £6.80 per class. Contact: Sarah Buscemi on 0117 9327533 Diet and fitness classes. Aerobic exercise suitable for all levels and abilities. n Tuesday Coffee Morning, Hanham Community Centre Coffee Lounge, 10.30am-12.30. A social group - so come along for a coffee and a chat - all welcome! n Yoga, Hanham Community Centre, Wessex Suite, 10.15am11.30am, cost £4.50. Contact: Vivien Tallis on 07801550842. Gentle stretches to improve flexibility, relaxation and well being - Drop in sessions. Suitable for beginners n Palette Art Club, Hanham Community Centre Avon Room, 2-4pm, cost £7.50 per month plus HCC Membership. n Craft Buddies, Hanham Community Centre, Wesley Room, 1.30pm-3.30pm, every week. Cost £5 per week. Contact 07946231796. Do you have lots of craft items that you are not sure what to do with? Bring them along to our craft group, you will be able to share ideas, get hints and tips, and make the most amazing things. n Slimming World, Hanham Community Centre, Wessex Suite. 3.30pm, 5.30pm and 7.30pm. Cost £4.95 per week plus membership. Please contact Kate on 07979 494 964. Lose weight with the best support and motivation, group ideas and sharing. Warm friendly group - everyone welcome. n Zumba Fitness, Hanham Community Centre, Elbrow Suite, 6pm-7pm, every week. Cost £5 per class. Contact Philomena on 07966373089. n Chess Club, Hanham Community Centre, Somerset Room, 7.30pm10.30pm, cost £27 per annum plus HCC Membership. For more information please contact info@ hanhamchess.co.uk. The Chess club meets weekly for a game, and has players of all levels. n Weight Watchers, Hanham Tabernacle United Reform Church, 9.30-10.30am, every week Contact Alice on 07904745331. n Zest Tone Deaf Choir, Longwell Green UFC Church, Bath Rd, Term Time 10.30-12pm. Suitable for anyone who wants to join a fun happy community choir. Contact Mary 07954 170532 or visit www. zestchoirs.com. n Cadbury Heath Breastfeeding Group, Cadbury Heath Children’s Centre, 10-11.30am, every week. Supporters available each week.

Free. Come along for tea and cake and support. All welcome. n Fitness class with Sarah, every Tuesday, 9.45-10.45am, Hanham Community Centre. Everyone welcome. For more information, contact sarah. buscemi123@gmail.com n 10 - 10.45am. Zumba Gold low impact Cadbury Heath Hall, School Rd, BS30 8EN £3.50 per class. Philomena on 07966 373089 n Grange Badminton ClubGrange School, Warmley 7.15 - 10pm Friendly Play Badminton Club. Age 18 Upwards. New Members Welcome. Mike - 07785 375713. Lynne - 07968 046212

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n Dementia Group, Longwell Green Community Centre, 10.3012pm, Every week. n Longwell Green Probus Club, Longwell Green Community Centre, 10am. 1st Wednesday of each month. Fully and semi retired men welcome for fellowship and activities and coffee. Contact Brian on 0117 9604 124. n Longwell Green Probus Club, Longwell Green Community Centre, 12pm. 3rd Wednesday of each month. Fully and semi retired men welcome for fellowship and activities and lunch. Contact Brian on 0117 9604 124. n Short Mat Bowls, Longwell Green Community Centre, 12.30-4.30pm, Every Week. For further information please contact Rosa on 0117 932 373 n Slimming World, Longwell Green Community Centre, 5pm-8pm, every week. n Bingo Night, Longwell Green Community Centre, 7.30-10.30pm, every week. n Public Bar, Longwell Green Community Centre, Orton Room, 7.30-11pm, every week. n Little Folk Toddler Group, Hanham Community Centre, Wessex Suite, 9.15-11.15am, cost £2 a week (£1 second child) plus HCC membership. Please contact Tracie 07887 871274 or email: tracie@ talinmedia.co.uk. Friendly mother and toddler group meeting weekly. n Over 50s - Light & Easy Aerobics, Hanham Community Centre, Elbrow Suite, 10-11am, cost £4.50 per session. Please contact Jenny Greenslade on 0117 9613327 bor email greensladejenny@yahoo. com. Light and easy aerobics for +50’s or the less fit. Mats provided but please bring a drink of water. n Slimming World. Hanham Community Centre, Ridgeway Room, 9am and 11am. Cost £4.95 per week plus membership. Contact Kate on 07979494964. Lose weight with the best support and motivation, group ideas and sharing. n Tea Dance, Hanham Community Centre, Elbrow Suite, 1st and 3rd

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Wednesday of the month, 2pm to 4pm. Cost £3 per person including tea/coffee. Contact HHC Office on 01179674439. n Hanham History, Hanham Community Centre, Wessex Suite, 1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month. Cost £1.50 per week. Contact Roy Crew on 07813827822 or email hanhamhistory@gmail. com n Flower Club, Hanham Community Centre, Ridgeway Room, 1.15-3.15pm, cost £20 per 12 week session, per person. Contact Ann Reed on 01179374157 or Shelagh on 01179679255. Flower arranging classes for all ages and abilities. Demonstrate one week and make the next – it’s fun, addictive and social - tea/ coffee and biscuits supplied. n Hanham Players - Drama Club, Hanham Community Centre, Elbrow Suite, 8pm-10pm. Cost £12 per year and HCC membership. Contact John Blackwood on 07745134248. n Bridge Club, Hanham Community Centre, Avon Room, 7.15-10.15pm. Cost £2 per session plus HCC membership. Contact Graham on 07790491564 or email: Carolinej356@gmail.com. Very friendly & relaxed club, but some knowledge of Bridge will be needed - not suitable for complete beginners. n Hanham Detachment - Bristol Army Cadet Force, Hanham Community Centre, Ridgeway Room, 7pm-9.30pm. Contact SI Kim Duddridge on 07970690393 or email: kimduddridge@blueyonder. co.uk n Alcoholics Anonymous (AA), United Church, Bath Road, Longwell Green, 8pm-9pm, Contact: Bill 07799628252 or visit alcoholics-anonymous.org.uk A fellowship of men and women who share their experiences, strength and hope with each other - such that they may solve their common problem and help others to recover from alcoholism. n Weight Watchers, Longwell Green Scout Hut, Longwell Green Comunity Centre, 6.15-7.15pm. Contact Alice on 07904745331. n Bingo at Hanham Community Centre, 7pm start for 7.30pm Eyes Down. Suitable for all ages and abilities, just bring a pen. For more information call 0117 9674439 n 6-7pm Zumba Fitness, Hanham Community Centre. Contact Philomena on 07966 373089. n 8-9.15pm, Fitness class with Sarah every Wednesday at Longwell Green Primary School. Everyone welcome. For more information, contact sarah. buscemi123@gmail.com n 8pm, Jive Fusion: Dance classes for beginners upwards mixing LeRoc, ballroom, latin, salsa and stroll. Community Centre, The Arch, High Street, Kingswood, BS15

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n Yoga Class, Hanham Community Centre, Somerset Room 7-8pm every week. Cost £6 per peson per class. Contact: denise 07814934653. www.devakiyoga. com n Stroke Conversation Group, Longwell Green Community Centre, 1.30-3pm, every week. n Handprints Mother and Toddler Group, Longwell Green Community Centre, Orton Room, 10-12pm, every week. For further information: Please contact Jodie Simms, on 07976 093004. n Fitness Pilates class with Real Fitness with Sarah, every Thursday, 10-11am at Longwell Green Community Centre. Everyone welcome! For more information, contact sarah. buscemi123@gmail.com n Badminton, Longwell Green Community Centre, Phipps Hall, 6.15pm-7.45pm, every week. For further information: Contact Brian or Bill at lwgbadminton@ blueyonder.co.uk n Longwell Green Orchestra, Longwell Green Community Centre, Ellacombe Room, 7.30pm, every week. This community based orchestra plays mainly light classical music for many local groups, senior citizens clubs and charities in the South West. For further information: Contact Graham on 07972 844073, or email contact@longwellgreenorchestra. net n Avon Scale Model Club, Longwell Green Community Centre, 7.3010.30pm, every third Thursday of the month. n Public Bar, Longwell Green Community Centre, Orton Room, 7.30-11pm, every week, n Line Dancing, Longwell Green Community Centre, 8pm-10.30pm, every week. For further information please Contact Claire, on 0117 967 7246. n Coffee Morning, Hanham Community Centre, Coffee Lounge, 10am -11am, cost 50p for coffee and biscuit. Contact Mrs Woodman on 07879458899. Pop in for a friendly chat; as well as coffee and a Biscuit. n Slimming World, Hanham Community Centre, Wessex Suite, 9.30am and 11.30am. Cost £4.95 per week plus membership. Contact Sara Hayes on 07894670808 or email:rog.suz@ bt.internet.com. Lose weight with the best support and motivation, group ideas and sharing. n Zumba Fitness, Hanham Community Centre, Elbrow Room, 9.30am-10.30am, cost 5 per class. Contact Philomena

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n WHAT’S ON on 07966373089 or visit www. zumbainbristol.co.uk. An exhilarating Latin rhythm dance workout to tone and sculpture your body - with moves from Flamenco to Hip Hop. Lose yourself in music and find yourself in shape!! n Zumba Gold, Hanham Community Centre, Elbrow Room, 10.50am – 11.40am, cost £3 per class, contact Philomena on 07966373089 or visit www. zumbainbristol.co.uk. A lower impact class with a more gentle pace. Ideal for active and older people, beginners, if you are pregnant or new to regular exercise. n Tiny Tutus, Hanham Community Centre, Ridgeway Room, 10am10.30am, cost £15 for 5 classes and first class is free. Contact Andrea Spearing on 07969265115 or email: tinytutusbris@outlook.com. Royal Ballet Registered Teacher. n Young at Heart, Hanham Community Centre, Elbrow Room, 1.30pm-3.30pm, cost £2 per week. Contact the centre office on 01179674439. Come along for a cup of tea, a piece of cake and an afternoon of entertainment. Contact the office for more details. n Hanham Art Club, Hanham Community Centre, Avon Room, 7pm-9pm, cost £20 per term, contact Sandra Burnham on 07491835285. n Learn to Dance the Ballroom Way, Hanham Community Centre, Elbrow Suite, 7pm-7.30pm. Contact David Biggs on 01179782667. at 7:30pm n Modern Sequence Dance Club, Hanham Community Centre, Elbrow Room, 7.45pm-10pm, cost £3 per person, £12 per annum and HCC membership. Contact David Foote on 01179657110 or Robin on 01179563151.Modern ballroom, Latin and old time sequence dancing. All new sequences taught as well as old favourites with professional teacher David

Biggs (IDTA). Some knowledge of dancing essential. n Slimming World, Hanham Community Centre, 5.30pm and 7.30pm, cost £4.95 per week and membership. Contact Sara Hayes on 07894670808. Lose weight with the best support and motivation, group ideas and sharing. n Big Knits, Hanham Community Centre, Wesley Room, 7.30pm10pm every 3rd Thursday of the month. Cost £3 per session. Contact Linda on 01179400232. Hints and tips on machine knitting. n Bouncing Bobbins, Hanham Community Centre, Wesley Room, 2nd Thursday of the month, cost £12 per annum, contact Kathy Smart on 01179477839 or email kcs1@sky.com.We are a self help lace group that actively promotes lace through the making of traditional and contemporary bobbin, crocheted, knitted, needle, tatted lace and crafts associated with lace. n Weight Watchers, Warmley Community Centre, 10am, every week. Contact Alice on 07904745331. n Black Sheep Harmony A Cappella Chorus, Cadbury Heath Hall School, 7.30-10pm. Always looking for female singers who can hold a tune. Ordinary people singing extraordinarily. Contact Mary on 07954 170532 or visit www. blacksheepharmony.com n 7-9pm Kingswood Choir at United Church Kingswood, Regent Street, all abilities welcome. Patsy Holdsworth 0117 907 8994

Community Centre, Orton Room, 7.30pm -11pm, every week. n Members’ Bar & Quiz Night, Longwell Green Community Centre, 7.30pm-11pm, last Friday of the month. n Ballroom Dancing with Terry, Longwell Green Community Centre, 7pm-10pm, every week. For further information please contact Terry, on 0117 932 3071or email terrysdanceschool@blueyonder. co.uk. n Short Mat Bowls Group, Hanham Community Centre, Elbrow Suite, 10.30am-12.30pm. Cost £2 per week and HCC membership. Contact Sheena on 01179674439. n Country Lines “A Line Dance Disco”, Hanham Community Centre, Elbrow Suite, Monthly 8pm11.45pm. Cost £5. Contac Clare on 01179677246 or email:clarelines@ tiscali.co.uk. A monthly get together and longer evening of fun and dance. n Hanham Lace Class, Hanham Community Centre, Whittuck Room, 2pm-4pm. Contact: Mrs Jacobs on 01179611845. n Chair Exercise - Zumba Gold, Hanham Community Centre, Elbrow Suite, 1pm-1.45pm, cost £per class. Contact Philomena on 07966373089 or visit www. zumbainbristol.co.uk. n Longwell Green Women’s Institute, Longwell Green Community Centre, 7.30-10.00pm, every third Friday of the month. Further information from WI House Tel: 0117 9864782

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n Senior Football: Longwell Green Sports, Longwell Green Community Centre, 3pm, every week. For further information visit www. longwellgreensports.co.uk n Public Bar, Longwell Green Community Centre, Orton Room, 4pm-11pm, every week. n The Pavilion Club Live Music & Bingo, Longwell Green Community Centre, 7.30pm-11.30pm.n Lounge Bar, Hanham Community Centre, 7.30PM-11.30PM, cost HCC membership. Contact Sheena on 0117 967 4439.

n Short Mat Bowls, Longwell Green Community Centre, 10.30am3.30pm, every week. For further information please Contact Rosa on 0117 932 3737 n Pilates Class. Longwell Green Community Centre, 10am-10.55am, every week. Free 15 minute introductory session. Mats and equipment supplied. For further information please contact J Hennessy on 0117 986 4914 or 07837 302678. n Public Bar, Longwell Green

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MP Chris at Rotary Club MP Chris Skidmore will be the guest speaker at a supper event hosted by Kingswood Rotary Club. The Kingswood MP and Minister for the Constitution will talk about balancing Parliament with family life as well as revealing the latest government news. It takes place at the BAWA Club, Southmead Road, Filton on Friday March 3 at 7pm for a 7.30pm two course meal with tea or coffee. Tickets cost £18.50 and dress is lounge suit. For more information and booking contact Paul Strover on 0117 967 3224 or paul.strover11@yahoo.com

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WE often visit local schools to help young people understand how to stay safe while using digital media and technology. It’s important for us all as parents and carers to talk to our children about how to keep themselves safe, and that includes online as well as on the street. The digital world is brilliant for connecting us with family and friends and gaining access to information and entertainment but, like the real world, it has its dangers. Young people must remember that behind every profile is a person – and they might not be who they say they are. Children should never share personal information or arrange to meet anyone they’ve met online. It’s also important to be aware that once an image or piece of information is shared, you lose control of it, and there can be unintended consequences, which

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could include blackmail, bullying, unwanted attention and emotional distress. This is especially true of ‘sexting’ – the sharing of indecent images. Many young people think it’s harmless, but if it’s done by someone under the age of 18 it’s against the law, so our advice is don’t ‘bare then share’. You can find more information on the risks of life online on our Facebook page and Twitter feed and we're even on Snapchat, so do please find out more and share our tips with your children. Other sites, like www.nspcc.org. uk have good advice too, so check them out to find out more about parental controls, social networks, on-line gaming, cyber-bullying and ‘sexting’. I’d also like to reassure you that a man who stole petty cash from Hanham Community Centre has been jailed for a year.

The 31-year-old was jailed by magistrates on Wednesday January 25. He admitted four counts of burglary and fraud offences after using bank cards stolen in walk-in thefts in the town earlier in the month. Finally, if you’re concerned about road safety – we need you! The Hanham and Longwell Green Speed Watch volunteers need more members to operate successfully. They’ve been specially trained to use speed monitoring equipment to check traffic speed in local hotspots. The volunteers take details of vehicles clocked over the limit and pass them on to us. We then write a warning letter to the registered keeper. If you think you could help, contact PCSO Catherine Boyce by e-mailing catherine.boyce@ avonandsomerset.police.uk

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n CRAFT COLUMN With Mothers’ Day just around the corner, why not make Mum a beautiful notebook cover? This make, ideal for beginners to sewing, will make a lovely personalised gift for Mum. Enjoy! You will need: A5 notebook A piece of your chosen fabric (fabric size should be at least 37cms x 18cms) Thread to match/contrast to your material Fabric scissors Fabric glue Ruler Pencil Iron Sewing needle Embellishments (optional) 1. The measurements we have used here cover a standard A5 notebook (when both covers are flattened, the measurements are approximately 20.5cms x 15cms). If your notebook size differs slightly, alter the length and width of the rectangle in the following

step accordingly – as a guide, the rectangle should be 14cms wider than the width of the flattened book and 3cms longer than the length of the book. 2. On the reverse of your material, measure out and cut a rectangle which is 37cms x 18cms 3. With the reverse of the fabric facing you, turn over 1cm of fabric from one of the edges and iron in place. Repeat on all 4 sides of the rectangle – these will be your hem and will make your cover look nice and neat! 4. Now sew a ‘turned under’ hem all around the rectangle, using the ironed lines as a guide. To sew a turned under hem, take one of the raw edges and tuck it underneath itself to your ironed crease, as you sew the hem in place. You could

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5. Tie off the ends of your cotton, either by sewing the threads into the seam to neaten or simply by tying the bundle of threads into a neat knot and cutting. 6. With the reverse of the fabric still facing you, take one of the sides of the rectangle and fold it over by 5.5cms. Glue a very thin line of fabric glue onto the top and bottom edges and clamp in place – this has created a pocket at one end of the rectangle. Leave to dry. 7. Next, take your notebook and slip the front cover into the pocket you have created. With the notebook still in place and with the front and back covers flattened, fold 5.5cms of fabric over at the opposite side of

the rectangle, to enclose the other cover. 8. Again, pop a thin layer of fabric glue at the top and bottom edges on the pocket you have created and clamp in place. You now have your covered notebook! You can choose to decorate the front if you’d like – we made simple letter stencils from card and transferred and cut these out from felt to spell ‘Mum’. Be as creative as you like or even just leave the cover as it is! Either way Mum is sure to love her beautiful handmade gift!

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Help! How can I rid my house of fleas? Longwell Green Veterinary Centre, 1 Court Farm Road, Longwell Green BS30 9AA Tel 0117 932 3660

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TO bring a flea problem under control, you must deal with both the fleas on the pet and the flea larvae and pupae that are in the environment. It is estimated that 95% of flea eggs, larvae and pupae live in your home environment, not on your pet. For each adult flea on your pet, there could be a minimum of 20 developing in the environment - usually in your carpets and furnishings. Once a flea infestation has been established, it can take weeks to clear. The first step will be to treat your pets with the appropriate veterinary treatments that are proven to be effective and safe. All pets in your home will need to be treated. Be sure to get advice from your veterinary surgeon as some products can be toxic if given to the wrong pets. Wash and treat all bedding and use an insecticide spray (available at your surgery) that will kill the

fleas and larvae living in your house. This could be a challenge if your pet has the run of the house - you will need to vacuum and spray everywhere. Include their beds, your beds, carpets, floors, furniture etc. Also, don't forget to empty your vacuum cleaner or change the bag after vacuuming your house. A female flea can lay up to 50 eggs per day, so over an entire life span, that single flea can be responsible for creating over 20,000 fleas. With modern living and mild winters, flea infestations can occur at any time of the year. It is much easier to prevent fleas than it is to combat an invasion. By giving your pets regular preventative treatment they, and your home, will be constantly protected. If you think you may have a problem with fleas, book in for a free appointment with one of our nurses who will be happy to help. Joining our Healthy Pet Club

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n NEWS PEOPLE aged 60 and over are being encouraged to attend a free roadshow event in Longwell Green to refresh their driving skills and help older drivers safely remain on the road. The Route 60+ roadshow looks at modern changes to vehicles and how people's driving skills and habits may have changed, with advice on how to update those skills. Organiser South Gloucestershire Council says the event will be relaxed and friendly with useful information to help improve people’s knowledge and confidence, as well as offering valuable health advice. There will be a number of information stands on offer, a driving simulator to test reaction times, and free eye tests, along with a presentation covering subjects such as driving licences, changes in the highway code, safer driving at night, and effects of medication. Representatives from public health, the fire service and the local neighbourhood policing team will be present, and anyone who attends will receive a free

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copy of the latest edition of The Highway Code. The event will be held on Thursday March 9 at Longwell Green Community Centre from 1.30-4pm. South Gloucestershire Council’s planning, transport and strategic environment lead member, Cllr Colin Hunt, said:

“Some people become concerned when they are approaching the age of 70 and need to renew their driving licence. We want to help people keep hold of their licences longer by addressing any concerns and improving their driving knowledge and confidence. “The event includes an

interactive presentation, a chance to test your skills on the driving simulator, have your eyesight checked, and talk to our partner agencies.” The council's road safety team will be working alongside NADIA (North Avon Driving Instruction Association) at the event to offer one hour driving refresher sessions with an approved local driving instructor. This will take place in the driver’s own vehicle, at a convenient time and place, and costs £10 (usually £25 but South Gloucestershire Council will contribute the other £15). The event is funded by the council’s road safety education team. The presentation will be delivered by road safety staff from South Gloucestershire Council and Somerset County Council. If the taster event proves successful, there will be further events in the district later this year.

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PLANS for a £300 million expansion of the Mall at Cribbs Causeway have hit a glitch. The scheme, which could create 3,000 new jobs, was given planning permission by South Gloucestershire Council in November. But due to the scale of the project Communities Secretary Sajid Javid MP has announced he wants to hold a public inquiry into the application, which could take months or even longer than a year. The scheme includes retail, leisure, and hotel and restaurant facilities plus a multi-storey car park, an events plaza, up to 150 residential apartments and a new bus station. Although the council had already approved the plans, the authority had to refer a final decision to the Secretary of State who could approve it or 'call it in', which is what Mr Javid has now decided to do. In a statement South Gloucestershire Council said it was "disappointed" but hopeful the scheme will be given the green light.

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Chernobyl's long legacy of suffering The Chernobyl nuclear accident in 1986 killed 31 people but figures on the long-term impact of the catastrophe are less easy to gauge. In 2005 the World Health Organisation said around 4,000 people could eventually die as a result of radiation but Greenpeace says the disaster could end up claiming 200,000 lives. The Bristol branch of the charity Chernobyl Children's Lifeline is making sure people don't forget how an accident more than 30 years ago is devastating future generations APRIL 26 2017 marks the 31st anniversary of the Chernobyl disaster. The people of Belarus are still suffering from the legacy of the world’s worst nuclear disaster when over 60 per cent of the radioactive elements blown out of reactor 4 fell on this small and impoverished former Soviet country. Even today, there is a permanent 30km exclusion zone surrounding the stricken reactor. The charity Chernobyl Children’s Life Line was formed with the aim of helping the children affected by offering them some relief from the relentless bombardment of radiation. A month’s respite holiday in the United Kingdom helps to boost their immune system by providing plenty of nourishing, uncontaminated food and clean fresh air. Around 500,000 children in Belarus are classified as at ‘high risk’ by the World Health Organisation. The Bristol Link of the charity, which meets monthly in Oldland Common, brings 16 children to spend four weeks in this area each year and also supports, through financial aid, community projects and a school in the South East of Belarus. The national charity supports orphanages and hospital treatment in Belarus

and Ukraine. Andy March, a member of the charity who lives in Oldland Common, said money is raised throughout the year in order to finance summer breaks in Bristol. "The latest generation of children now have heart problems and cancers so it's not just radiation sickness they are suffering from. If they have a month of good food, clean air, enjoyment, fun, relaxation and decent weather, their resistance gets built up and when they go back to Belarus during the winter they suffer less from flu and

colds. It's likely to prolong their lives by another couple of years. However, they still don't live beyond about 68 years. "We choose the children who come to the UK from a secondary school in a village 70 miles south of Minsk based on their age and health. People say to us why doesn't the charity help children in this country and the answer to that is that they aren't suffering from the effects of radiation." Alan Elkan, another member, has visited Belarus to see the legacy of the disaster for himself. "You can't stay for more than a week because you will start to

feel tired," he said. "The Belarusians are lovely people and you would love to stay longer but you can't as you are advised you will start to feel the effects of radiation. This is 30 years after the disaster! "I read an article recently where scientists went inside the exclusion zone to see what natural life was like. They discovered trees are still growing but the leaves that are shed don't rot down into the ground because it is contaminated; the mass of leaves just stays there. "Some members of the charity went on a controlled visit to the plant where the accident happened. They had to wear protective gear but were only allowed in there for ten minutes. Any longer and the radiation would have started to affect them. "We want to remind people that this isn't going to go away. The irony is that in an ideal world Ukraine would be helping to repair the problems created by a reactor in their country but they have too many of their own problems, both political and financial. No one else is interested - Belarus is well and truly stuffed." Alan said he has a strong attachment to the charity. "It's the only charity that my wife and I support because we know where every penny goes. We can freely go to the school and meet the people who are receiving the results of our efforts and see exactly where the money is being spent."

Could you make a difference to the lives of these children? THE Bristol Link of Chernobyl Children's Life Line is always on the lookout for families who could share their homes for just two weeks during the summer. Andy said: "It is estimated that a month staying with families here, eating nourishing food, away from the relentless radiation and breathing clean air can add up to two years to their life expectancy and reduce the effect of the harsh winter. There is a network of support for host families – you would not be on your own.

"The children will take part in lots of activities that we have organised on their behalf. These activities range from sports to the arts, from local visits to coach trips to the sea or countryside. There will be two interpreters with the group and they are on hand around the clock should there be any language difficulties or for general advice and assistance." There will also be the opportunity to support the charity by attending a fundraising barn dance in Warmley on

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Golden day as children meet table tennis hero

PARALYMPICS gold medal winner Will Bayley proved inspirational when he visited Mangotsfield School to launch the new table tennis centre. Will, who was awarded the MBE in the New Year’s Honours following his success at the Rio Games, motivated students with an assembly that included a world record attempt. This was followed by a masterclass for selected players and an extremely competitive house competition. Wendy O’Donnell, leader of the CSET Sports Partnership, which is based at Mangotsfield, said students had thoroughly enjoyed a memorable visit. “Will is a true role model for our students,” she said. In the afternoon, Will and the school’s table tennis coach Dan Ives held a coaching sessions and festival for children from ten local primary schools. Adam Rider, deputy head at Emersons Green Primary School, said: “It was a brilliant experience for the kids.” A parent commented: “What an amazing event for our children, well run and a great experience to meet Will and hold the gold medal!”

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