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Property owners at flats in Grange Court Road were left dumbfounded by the news that the site owner has put in a planning application to build two extra storeys on top of their block of flats without consulting them first. Report: Pages 2 & 3

Battle of Britain remembered A CEREMONY took place in Westbury village on September 13 to remember all those who fought 80 years ago in the Battle of Britain. A socially distanced service was held at the Westbury-on-Trym memorial by the members of the City of Bristol branch of the Royal Air Forces Association. The names of local RAF officers and airmen that did not return home were read aloud, and this was then followed by a two-minute silence. Wreaths were also laid by the branch VicePresident Brian Stewart and branch secretary Keiran McGreevy on behalf of the Royal Air Force. Report: Page 9

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' Stop the Downs litter louts' Litter patrols are needed to clamp down on offenders and stop the Downs becoming a "free for all", a councillor claims. PAGE 4

Covid-19 forces festival call-off Henleaze Christmas Festival has had to be cancelled for 2020 because of Covid-19. PAGE 9

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Outcry over bid to add two storeys to block of flats AN application to build two extra storeys on top of an existing three storey block of flats in Henleaze has outraged those living there as they weren’t even consulted before the application was submitted. Flat owner Nigel Sara said: “We’re incensed. To us, the owners, it is a mean trick. We weren't given any notice of it - they didn’t consult us beforehand at all. “There will be building work all round us which will make our lives a misery.” A mix of retired folk, single people in their 50s and 60s and families live in the flats on Grange Court Road. They found out about the application on reading the details of a notice posted on a lamppost. The site owner of Grange Court flats, ERE LLP, is seeking confirmation whether prior approval is required for a proposed development of a twostorey upward extension of the building on Grange Court Road, which will add 14 new three-bed dwellings on to the detached block of 21 two-bed flats, making

it by far the highest building in the area. New planning regulations came into effect at the beginning of August which introduced permitted development rights allowing the construction of new dwellings on existing blocks of flats. This particular development is one of the first proposals to be made under the legislation. Westbury-on-Trym and Henleaze councillors, Geoff Gollop, Liz Radford and Steve Smith are supporting the homeowners in opposing this application and, as well as extending the date for comments, have asked for it to be decided by committee. In their Council Referral form they state that the prior approval application should be refused on three of the grounds available to the council under the new legislation. These are: the appearance, as this would create a huge, monolithic five-storey block in an area which is predominantly lowrise residential buildings; the impact on highways as there

Complaints Despite our best efforts, we sometimes get things wrong. We always try to resolve issues informally at first but we also have a formal complaints procedure. If you have a complaint about anything in the Henleaze & Westbury Voice, contact the publisher using the details below. We aspire to follow the Code of Conduct of the NUJ (National Union of Journalists), which holds journalists to a high standard of behaviour. Further details of the complaints process can be found on the Voice website here, or can be obtained by contacting the Publisher. PUBLISHER’S NOTE: Henleaze & Westbury Voice is independent. We cannot take responsibility for content or accuracy of adverts, and it is advertisers’ responsibility to conform to all relevant legislation. We cannot vouch for any services offered. Opinions are not necessarily those of the editor. Henleaze & Westbury Voice is distributed each month to residents. If for some reason you do not get a copy, please collect one from local pick-up points. Feedback is always welcomed, contact Emma Cooper on 0117 908 2121 or sales@henleazeandwestburyvoice.co.uk This month 8,500 copies will be distributed around Henleaze, Westbury Park and Westbury-on-Trym.

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The three-storey block in Grange Court Road, where the site owners intend to extend upwards is no provision for additional parking; and the amenity of existing residents, including the noise and disturbance from many additional people coming and going through the same common areas, competition and congestion for parking, fire safety, overcrowding of common areas and the removal of privacy in the homes and gardens of nearby houses. Nigel and his wife Heddy are in their 70s and moved to the property two years ago. Recovering from a recent heart operation, Nigel believes the news has impacted his health: “I’ve been set back a little. It’s a bit of a bombshell and this is causing so much distress to everyone,” he said. “We’re concerned about the traffic, the height of the building and our tranquillity being shattered. “The House of Lords are disputing this law but it may be that the company gets this built before the law is reversed. It gives property developers a licence to print money. It doesn’t seem possible that

this was the intention of the legislation.” Many comments have already been made about the application citing the proximity to Redmaids’ High Junior School and St Ursula’s Academy, claiming that the inevitable, additional parking on Grange Court Road generated by the 14 extra flats would cause congestion and compromise • We can examine your eyes safely as our the safety of children travelling optometrists have full PPE and the room is to school. Parking issues are thoroughly cleaned after every patient frequently mentioned as there Cllr Geoff Gollop with the newly installed is no provision for any new • We have breathout-of-hours shields and social in swipe carddistancing device spaces on site - just provision place to make dispensing spectacles and contact for cycles. There are concerns lenses completely safe about the height of the building NEW: TIMER INCLUDED Germicidal device with UVC rays 253.7 nm with timer • We have a UVC frame cleaner that cleans every reducing light in gardens, and frame after it’s been handled the lack of privacy as nearby Ref. 05040 KIT COMPLETE MAXIMUM OF 8 frames This machine has a special germicidal lamp powered properties be with 253.7 nm will UVC rays thatoverlooked. quickly remove every single With all these measures in place Onemicro-organism. person commented: you can be confident that it’s “Two additional storeys on safe to book an appointment and tools once disinfected can be kept for a long 160 thisFrames property make it for use. time, enabling themwill to be stored and ready mm for an eye examination or to monstrous, annoteyesore The treatment does generate heatand not come in and try on our in keeping with the local area.” amazing frame ranges. Details of the scheme are Ideal for the treatment of frames, test lenses andat flippers 200 mm planningonline.bristol.gov.uk 370 mm - Peso 4.6 kg with 20/03831/ Thethe inside reference shelf keeps the items away from the reflective TECHNICAL FEATURES in order that the rays uniformly coat the products, ND.surface The final date for comments so as to optImize germicidal action. For a better result we Energy consumption: 10W Smaller dimensions, ideal you do not place a items on top of eachwill other Power consumption: 8W is 1suggest October and decision for a practice with limited space. Power Supply: 230V/50 Hz be made on 15 October.

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'We need litter patrols to protect Downs' A COUNCILLOR is demanding litter police patrol Clifton Downs amid fears the lack of enforcement has made the beauty spot a “free-for-all”. Conservative Cllr for Westbury-on-Trym and Henleaze, Steve Smith says problems including parking are going unchecked, which he blames for causing the huge car-meet a fortnight ago. More than 300 motor enthusiasts attended the unauthorised event on Sunday, August 23, and residents called police about drivers wheeling their cars around, revving engines, speeding down local roads and playing loud music. Vehicles damaged the fields and many were parked on the grass at Ladies Mile. In a written question to mayor Marvin Rees at Bristol City Council members’ forum, Cllr Smith said: “The recent car-meet on the Downs illustrates perfectly what happens when the Downs bylaws are not enforced. “If the little things like barbecues, littering and parking are allowed to continue unchecked, it gives the impression that the Downs are a free-for-all, and potentially dangerous events like this are the result.” He said at the remote meeting on

Tuesday, September 8: “Enforcement should absolutely be a last resort and not a first option – speak softly and carry a big stick. “The difficulty on the Downs in particular, though, is that there is no enforcement at the moment. There is no means of enforcement, there is nobody to enforce the Downs bylaws and so we’re just speaking softly which in some cases isn’t enough.” Cllr Smith asked Bristol’s mayor if existing council enforcement officers elsewhere in the city could patrol the Downs. Mr Rees replied: “We will always talk with the Downs committee about how we can work with them most effectively to manage that public space. We do need to rely on some good old British commonsense

at the same time as going around trying to shape individual behaviour through us telling people what to do. It breaks my heart when you walk past and someone has left all their litter there – their sandwich wrappers and cigarette butts – what is going through people’s minds?” He told Cllr Smith: “Our enforcement is stretched phenomenally in the authority, across litter, across housing services as well. “People protest for frontline services but there are less glamorous aspects of what we should be doing that people don’t protest to protect, such as enforcement teams, and yet they are vital to us managing the city. It’s a stretch but we will talk to the committee and I’m more than happy to talk to you to support public space and ensure it’s as good a quality public space as possible for all Bristolians.” Littering, including dropping cigarette butts and chewing gum, on Bristol’s streets carries a £100 spot fine, which reduces to £65 if paid within two weeks, although non-payment can lead to an appearance before magistrates and a criminal record. The council contracts enforcement firm 3GS. By Adam Postans, Local Democracy Reporting Service

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Cars and caravan set alight on Lake Road SEVERAL vehicles were deliberately set on fire on a road in Southmead, prompting suspicions of arson. At around 3am on Saturday September 5, several cars and an unoccupied caravan were set alight on Lake Road. Residents woke up to a huge bang as cars along their street exploded into flames. A fire in a caravan spread to the house nearby, causing the windows to shatter and scorching the brickwork. Fortunately, the householder was able to leave the house unharmed. A spokesman for Avon Fire & Rescue said: “Crews from Southmead, Temple, Patchway, Avonmouth and Kingswood were mobilised at 03:17hrs to reports of a vehicle fire.

“On arrival, firefighters found a fire affecting one caravan and one van which had spread to the ground and first floor of the private property. It was also affecting two surrounding properties. There were also three cars alight along the road. “Firefighters used six breathing apparatus for safety and seven hose reels to extinguish the fire. Crews also used thermal imaging cameras to check for hotspots and small gear to check for further damage. “Police and ambulance crews were also in attendance. The cause is thought to be deliberate.” The police are calling for witnesses, CCTV and dashcam footage. A spokesman for Avon & Somerset Police also added: “Several cars and an

Health Secretary urges eligible residents to get flu vaccine this winter HEALTH Secretary Matt Hancock has urged all the people in the Henleaze and Westbury-on-Trym area who are eligible for the flu jab to get one this winter, as the government launches its drive to vaccinate 30 million people. The drive comes as new research from Public Health England suggests that people who tested positive for both flu and Covid-19 were more than twice as likely to die, compared to those with Covid-19 alone. The research also found that those with co-infection of the two viruses were more at risk of severe illness. This year, the flu vaccination programme is being expanded to help protect people from flu and ease pressure on the NHS and urgent care services. The health system is working to provide the free flu vaccine to 30 million people, the highest number on record, including: • All primary school children and, for the first time, Year 7 children • Two and three-year-olds • The most vulnerable people, including adults aged 65 and over, those with long-term health conditions and pregnant women • Household contacts of people on the NHS Shielded Patient List and all health and social care workers who have direct contact with the people they care for Once uptake has been maximised in the most at-risk groups, the newly-eligible 50 to 64-year-olds will be invited for vaccination later in the season. The Health Secretary said: “This year, more than ever, it’s vital that those eligible for the flu jab get it this winter so you can protect yourself, your family and the NHS. “We’re pulling out all the stops to prepare for this uniquely challenging winter and we have enough vaccines for 30 million people this year – more than we’ve ever done before. “With the simultaneous risk of flu and Covid-19, make sure you get your flu jab if you’re eligible, don’t gather in groups larger than six and remember ‘Hands Face Space’ so we can look after each other.”

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unoccupied caravan were set alight, with the flames spreading to cause extensive damage to the front of a nearby house. Thankfully no one was hurt, but given the time of night this act endangered the lives of the householders.” If you saw anyone behaving suspiciously in the area, have anything captured on CCTV or dashcam or have any other information, the police want to hear from you. If you can help, call 101 and quote reference 5220201303. Alternatively ring the independent charity Crimestoppers 100 per cent anonymously on 0800 555 111. They never tell us who you are, just what you know.

Bristol Beacon is the new name for city's concert hall

BRISTOL’S concert hall has changed its name to Bristol Beacon. The change to the former Colston Hall was announced on September 23, following a lengthy consultation in which more than 4,000 people took part. Explaining that the light of a beacon brings hope and renewal, a statement by the owners, Bristol Music Trust said: “We know that our former name, that of the slave trader Edward Colston, meant that not everyone has felt welcome or that they belong in their city’s concert hall. “Our organisation was founded long after Colston’s death, and has no direct connection to him, financial or otherwise. This is an opportunity for a fresh start and a chance to play our part in creating a fairer and more equal society.

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Inquiries continue after race-fuelled attack on NHS worker outside hospital STARK images of damage to a car are being issued by Avon and Somerset Police in a further appeal for information two months after it knocked an NHS worker down in Bristol. The 21-year-old victim, known as K, was walking home from work when he was hit by a dark blue Honda Accord in Monks Park Avenue, Horfield, at about 4.30pm on Wednesday 22 July. The occupants of the car shouted racist abuse at him before running off. K is still slowly recovering from serious facial injuries and a broken leg. Four men have been arrested in connection with what's being treated as a racially-aggravated attempted murder. occupants of the blue car or knows who was Detective Inspector Danielle Underwood: driving it." "You can see from the impact damage to The case featured on the BBC's the car and the wall how K came by such Crimewatch Roadshow in September and the significant injuries. investigation team have previously issued "We're grateful to everyone who has CCTV footage of the suspect vehicle. There's contacted us following our earlier appeals. also a ÂŁ5,000 reward for information given While we have made arrests we do still to Page the Crimestoppers charity which leads to need to hear anyone who1saw the Winter Voicefrom ad.qxp_Layout 19/09/2020 23:16 1

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Police finish inquiry into Colston statue toppling AN investigation into the criminal damage caused to a statue of Edward Colston in Bristol has concluded. The statue was pulled from its plinth and rolled into Bristol harbour on Sunday, 7 June during a Black Lives Matter demonstration. It was later recovered from the water by Bristol City Council and assessed to have £3,750 of damage. A 25-year-old man was subsequently arrested while seven men and a woman were asked to attend a police station for a voluntary interview. Following a review of the evidence, detectives will now approach the Crown Prosecution Service for a charging decision against four

people – three men, aged 32, 25 and 21, and a 29-year-old woman. The remaining five people – men aged 18, 20, 29, 33 and 47 – have been identified as suitable for an out of court disposal and police have written to them to offer a conditional caution for the offence of causing criminal damage to property valued under £5,000. Those offered the conditional caution were given a week to decide whether they want to accept it. Should any of them choose not to accept, officers will approach the CPS to seek a charging decision to be made. The conditions of the caution are: • To complete a questionnaire

from the History Commission set up by Bristol City Council, in which they can set out their reasons for their actions, as well as their concerns and thoughts going forward. • To pay a fine of £100 which will be collected by HMCTS and sent to Nilaari, a Bristol based charity supporting BAME communities. This is the maximum fine which can be issued as part of a conditional caution for this particular offence. • To take part in two hours of environmental improvement works arranged and supervised by Bristol City Council. This may include, but not limited to, painting or the removal of rubbish/graffiti.

Doorstep criminals target elderly and vulnerable people OFFICERS from Operation Remedy who are investigating a series of distraction burglaries are appealing for witnesses after another one took place in Yate on September 17. Another seven incidents, which have involved a man and a woman targeting elderly people, have been spread across Southmead, Brentry, Shirehampton and Thornbury. At around 5.45pm two men attended the property of an elderly woman in Rodborough. One man approached the door and spoke to the occupant, before walking her round the side of the house. The other man was hiding in a bush and ran into the house while the woman was distracted. A neighbour witnessed it and ran out to stop them. The first man is described as white, around 35-years-old, approximately 5’8’’ and of medium build. He had short, cropped light brown hair and was very smartly dressed in a light blue shirt, navy trousers and brown coloured shoes, He was also carrying what appeared to be a blue laptop case in his hand, and was wearing a blue surgical type mask across his face. The second man is described as white, middle aged and wearing a dark coloured cap. He had longer hair that appeared to be tied up in a ponytail. Designated Investigating Officer from Operation Remedy, Alastair Binnie, said: “This is the eighth incident we have had in the area over the past few weeks where elderly people are targeted. Luckily, in the majority of the cases, the offenders have

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been unsuccessful in stealing anything, however it has been incredibly distressing for the victims. If anyone has seen any suspicious activity that they think could help with our investigation, then please get in touch immediately. “I commend the quick thinking of the neighbour who helped to stop this. I would also urge anyone with elderly relatives, friends or neighbours, to check in on them to remind them about the important safety advice for dealing with cold callers coming to the door. If in doubt, don’t hesitate to call 999.” • A woman in Elmfield Road, Southmead has been targeted twice, on 23rd and 30th August • Another woman in Elmfield Road, Southmead was targeted on 24th August • On 25th August a man in Pensfield Park, Brentry was targeted • A couple were targeted in Pembroke Road, Shirehampton on 31st August • On 4th September, a vulnerable woman was targeted in North Road, Thornbury • A woman with restricted mobility was targeted in Buckingham Parade, Thornbury on Saturday 5th September The man is described as white, 5ft 8in, very thin, with long straggling hair, who spoke with an accent, possibly Irish. The woman is described as white, 5ft 8in, with long dark hair and dark clothes, who also spoke with an accent, possibly Irish.

Closure order on Lockleaze property A CLOSURE order has been granted against a property in Lockleaze to prevent further incidents of antisocial behaviour. Bristol Magistrates Court approved the order on Wednesday 26 August, which will last up to three months, following reports of nuisance at the address in the Flaxman Close area. Issues, including drug-related activity, have been reported to police over the summer and the beat team attended the property several times, met with residents and other authorities to bring about a resolution. Extra foot patrols have been carried out to try to improve the situation. PCSO Cherie Broadfield said: "People living nearby spoke about finding drug paraphernalia in the vicinity of the address and said a lot of people would come and go from the property all hours of the day and night often causing disturbances. This made life for residents particularly unpleasant and understandably they wanted the issue tackled and so we're pleased the court has granted this closure order. "Acts like this are made possible by the community coming forward and telling us of the issues they are unfairly facing. We're grateful that the residents of Lockleaze have placed their faith in us and hope the steps taken make their neighbourhood a safer and more enjoyable place to live." If you are experiencing ongoing antisocial behaviour in your area, report it online at www.avonandsomerset.police. uk/report/anti-social-behaviour or on 101.

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Covid curtails Christmas Festival HENLEAZE Christmas Festival, which raises hundreds of pounds for local charities every year, has been called off because of the continuing coronavirus crisis. The festival in the first week of December normally attracts huge crowds, with up to fifty stalls, entertainment, children's rides and late night shopping making it the community's biggest public event. “In view of the uncertainty of running large community events at the moment and the need for social distancing, we have had no option but to call it off,” says Festival Co-ordinator Austin Ferrante.” With no festival there will be no raffle - the main fundraiser for charity donations - either. But local charities will not miss out. The committee will be donating £200 to all five of the charity shops in Henleaze Road from festival funds. Beneficiaries will be: Barnardos, Cats Protection, Mind, St Peter's Hospice and Tenovus. Austin Ferrante said: “The money will come from our own funds which would normally be available for the benefit of the community. We are anxious to still support our local charities even though there is no festival.” Thoughts are now turning to next year's festival as Austin explains: “It is disappointing having to cancel this year. However, we have every intention of bringing it back as good as ever in 2021.

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Battle of Britain 80th anniversary remembered in Westbury-on-Trym MEMBERS of the City of Bristol branch of the Royal Air Forces Association (RAFA) have paid their respects to all those who fought in the Battle of Britain. The Battle of Britain took place 80 years ago. It was an attempt by the Luftwaffe, the German air force, to gain air superiority over the RAF from July to September 1940. The Germans' ultimate failure was one of the turning points of the Second World War and prevented Germany from invading Britain. On Sunday 13 September, a socially distanced service was organised at the Westbury-onTrym memorial. The names of local RAF officers and airmen that did not return home were read aloud, and this was then

followed by a two-minute silence. Wreaths were also laid by the branch Vice-President Brian Stewart and branch secretary Keiran McGreevy on behalf of the Royal Air Force. RAFA is a registered charity that was formed in 1929. It supports serving and former members of our Air Forces, their spouses and dependents, together with the widows and widowers and dependents of those who died whilst serving or subsequently. The branch club is located at Carlton Lodge, 38 Eastfield in Westbury-on-Trym, where members can socialise, enjoy regular entertainment as well as meals together. Speaking of the service, City of Bristol branch chairman Tony Peters said: “It is highly

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RAF charity shines spotlight on unsung heroes THE RAF Benevolent Fund is working to highlight the role of the many who each played a critical part in securing victory in the Battle of Britain. Many of them lived and worked in the South West, home to not just airfields but also other critical installations such as radar. Others in the region may recall seeing the dogfights in the skies during that summer of 1940. Speaking on behalf of the RAF Benevolent Fund, AVM Chris Elliot, said: “To pay tribute to all those who worked towards victory, we have created a poignant light show projected onto two radar sites with images of a range of RAF personnel from air crew to radar operators. These help remind us of the many who supported the few, not just during the Second World War, but right up to the present day. “The RAF Benevolent Fund is there for the many – anyone who has ever served in the RAF. We have a duty to support them in their time of need. We all have a last chance to do our duty, just as they did theirs, by giving them and their families the support they deserve. “In 2019, the RAF Benevolent Fund spent £1.4 million supporting 283 beneficiaries in the South West – but we know there are thousands more veterans out there in need of assistance. “Given the important role the RAF has played in the recent heritage of the region, we ask people to think if they know of any RAF veterans or their partners who may be in need of our support, particularly during this difficult time. We can help them in so many ways.” To find out more or let the RAF Benevolent Fund know of someone they might be able to help, please visit www.rafbf.org.

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n NEWS WHAT a difference a month makes! The 10pm curfew introduced at the end of September seems a while away from the heady days and nights of August, when we were enjoying discounted meals and positively encouraged to eat out by the Government. Diners in Westbury Park, Henleaze and Westbury-onTrym rose to the challenge of the Government’s incentive scheme to persuade us to Eat Out to Help Out in August. Lunchtime and evening meals saw an uptake as many people took advantage of discounts of up to 50% off on bills when visiting participating restaurants, pubs and cafes. New statistics reveal that a total of 549,000 meals were claimed in Bristol under the government’s Eat Out to Help Out scheme. According to HM Treasury, during August more than 100 million meals were claimed across the UK under the scheme, with a total of 84,700 eateries signing up. In addition, 130,000 claims have been made from eateries so far, totally £522 million. In Bristol, 530 restaurants and cafes took part, and over £2.4million was claimed in discounts. Bristol West was also the top constituency in the South West for restaurants registered (371), meals claimed (290,000) and discounts claimed which were just shy of £1.5million. In addition, the average saving per meal was £5.17. So many people eating out gave a major boost to

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the many eateries which line the Gloucester Road, Cheltenham Road and Chandos Road areas. In Bristol North West, 57 establishments took part, with 185,000 meals claimed totalling discounts of £641,000 and an average discount per meal of £3.47. On average, each registered restaurant in Bristol claimed 1,036 discounted meals – 80 a day for the 13 eligible days. The Cider Press on Gloucester Road was one of the establishments that took part in the scheme. Commenting on the impact it had, a spokesman said: “The

Government Eat Out to Help Out scheme in August was very successful, so much so that we continued it into September. It has been a great incentive for our customers to come back. Monday to Wednesday is definitely the new Friday night at the moment. “We are committed to providing the best possible customer experience and this is just one of many initiatives and campaigns that will be rolled out across Stonegate Pub Company in the coming weeks and months to benefit our customers.” The scheme was designed to support the hospitality industry after a challenging few months

because of coronavirus, and Chancellor Rishi Sunak has hailed its success. It has also been credited with protecting 1.8 million jobs across the country, and restaurant bookings went up significantly up on the previous year. As data from OpenTable shows, bookings increased by an average of 52% on Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays throughout the whole of August, compared to the same days in 2019. In addition, the government will also continue to support the hospitality industry with a temporary discount to VAT, from 20% to 5%, until 12 January 2021. Commenting on the success of the scheme, the Chancellor said: “From the get-go our mission has been to protect jobs, and to do this we needed to be creative, brave and try things that no government has ever done before. “I want to thank everyone, from restaurant owners to waiters, chefs and diners, for embracing it and helping drive our economic recovery. “The scheme is just one part of our Plan for Jobs and we will continue to protect, support and create jobs to ensure we come back stronger as a nation.”

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Public health chief's stark warning BRISTOL’S director of public health is warning we are at the “foot of the second wave” of coronavirus. Christina Gray says Covid-19 rates in communities are higher than official figures suggest because national problems and delays with testing are giving an incomplete picture of the reality on the ground. But she says we have a “fighting chance” of avoiding government-enforced local lockdowns seen in the North and the Midlands because Bristol and the South West have had the lowest levels of cases throughout the pandemic. Speaking at a meeting of the city’s night-time economy group Night Watch, which includes bar, restaurant and nightclub owners, Ms Gray said: “Have no doubt about it, we are at the foot of the second wave, but we’ve got more tools and are better equipped to deal with it. “But there are problems with the national testing system, which is affecting the time it is taking the test results to come back. “That means our published rate is not as reliable as it was, and it will certainly be an underrepresentation of the level of rate that is in the community. “I don’t believe for one minute we have gone down that much. We might have stabilised, but it doesn’t feel right to me. “Until about 10 days ago you could get a test in

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Cranbrook Rd crossing campaign faces delays A CAMPAIGN for an extra crossing on Cranbrook Road is facing delays following lockdown. As previously reported in Henleaze and Westbury Voice, parents started campaigning for a crossing near the junction of Harcourt Hill and Cairns Road in 2016 after a primary school pupil was hit by a car and there were also several reports of near misses on the road. They collected 387 signatures through an online petition from residents in Redland and Westbury Park, after becoming concerned that the long stretch of Cranbrook Road, which many children cross on their way to school, lacks a suitable safe crossing point mid-way. The group of parents, known as the Cranbrook Community Crossing Group, also asked local councillors Martin Fodor and Fi Hance to get involved in their campaign. Clare Freshwater-Turner is one of the parents who helped initiate the campaign. She promoted it at the Neighbourhood Partnership Community Fair in September 2016, and also presented it at a council meeting in November 2016. In 2019, Bristol City Council’s councillor for transport, Kye Dudd came to look at the site. At an area committee meeting Martin Fodor and Fi Hance managed to secure funding in principle of up to £31k towards a crossing. In October 2019 a highways office from Bristol City Council visited the road and met

with the campaign group to give a rough idea of which solutions may work, however since then progress has stalled due to lockdown. Commenting on the delays, Clare said: “Schools have gone back and yet we are no closer to making the crossing at Cranbrook Road safer. Yes we have been promised funds but with Covid it seems that progress has stalled. “However, in the meantime the route to school for some children will have changed this term due to Covid. Redland Green School has (for valid Covid safety reasons) closed the Kersteman Road side entrance to KS3 and KS4 pupils and this means we are seeing an increase in pupils crossing at our junction. The school has been very supportive about our plans, and have said that they are also going to send some emails to the Council on our behalf. “I have written to Marvin again, and I just feel like it is an accident waiting to happen. The whole community feels a bit let down, and people say that even as an adult the road is hard to cross, let alone as a child. “I have been asked if I will attend the Full Council meeting in November to discuss things further, and it feels like quite a lot of effort just to keep our children safe. How many years do we need to wait though? How long is it going to take to sort this out? “I am very concerned about this and find it hard to understand that the council are

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news and action since then. “There’s no date yet for recruitment to the team but we’ve been pressing for funded safety projects like the crossing to be picked up. The start of the new school year means the school is also worried about more children at risk while walking to school. We’re working with residents to find out when there will be designs, how these will get consulted, and when something will actually be built.” The Cranbrook Community Crossing Group would like to hear about the experience of people who cross the road to go to and from schools, play groups and church. To get in touch, email: safecrossingcranbrookroad@ gmail.com

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An insight on fixing our democracy A BOOK with impeccable local credentials hit the shelves just a couple of weeks ago. After the Revolution, written by Clifton Down Councillor and Redland resident, Clive Stevens, also has its cover designed by Montpelier’s Grace Kress. Some of you may know Clive from over a decade ago when he was a governor of Westbury Park Primary School and organised kids and adult football and cricket matches versus Henleaze School. One event held at Coombe Dingle sports centre had over 500 people. Already making waves, the book is about his experiences as a councillor, lessons learned and suggestions to other parties locally and nationally about how to improve our country’s democracy, which he says is in a sorry state. Described as “astonishing” by local publisher Tangent Books, it is a must read for anyone who wants a positive vision of what our democracy, economy and freedom could be: to make Great Britain great again - but in a profoundly different direction than Trump and some UK politicians would like. This book is founded on facts. Anyone keen to get hold of a copy can order via www.tangentbooks. co.uk using the code Henleazevoice10 to gain a 10% online discount (postage is free). Max Minerva's bookshop on North View is also stocking it. Clive hopes it will become a book of national significance. It’s also very informative about how the Council operates. (If you like the artwork, Grace Kress can be commissioned via hello@ shelbyxstudios.com.)

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n NEWS A NEW children’s playground could be built on the Downs after the group that manages the public common agreed to pursue the idea. The Downs Committee said they were willing to work with Clifton Down councillor Carla Denyer and others on the design, funding and location of a new playground on the Downs. Their unanimous decision on September 21 came after they heard that a children’s playground was “sorely needed” in the area. Cllr Denyer presented a petition signed by more than 770 people calling on the committee to “yield the land” for a playground, preferably near the water tower and cafe on Stoke Road. She said many people in Clifton Down live in flats without gardens and that a playground by Clifton Suspension Bridge, though “excellent”, was a 1.5-mile walk from the top of Whiteladies Road. Another playground in Redland is not served by any local bus routes, she said. Resident Merche Clarke said a map of playgrounds in the city showed how “poorly served” Clifton Down was and how much it needed one. “I think it’s something that’s sorely needed in this area and that particular location [near the water tower and cafe] seems to me something that would work very well for people in Clifton Down where they don’t have access to other playgrounds,” she said. The committee stopped short of agreeing to yield the land, but after some discussion voted unanimously to work with Cllr Denyer and others to look at options for a new playground on

New playground for Downs: dream a step closer to reality the Downs. At this stage, there are no indications of how big the playground might be and what it might look like if it is built. But Cllr Denyer suggested it should be set back from the road for safety reasons, and Cllr Paula O’Rourke expressed a preference for “natural”-looking rather than traditional play equipment. Cllr Peter Abraham said the “real problem” was who would pay for the construction and maintenance of the playground. Cllr Denyer proposed a public-private split with local businesses picking up some of the tab, but Cllr Don Alexander advised her not to go to the council or the Downs Committee for funding. The committee is anticipating it will be £127,300 in the red by the end of 2020/21 due to the coronavirus pandemic. Bristol City Council warned in July it was facing a Covid-19 financial blackhole of £17.7million this financial year. Cllr Denyer said in her written statement to the committee that: “My vision is for a modest, welldesigned children’s playground, similar to the one near the Suspension Bridge, preferably located near the water tower and café on Stoke Road. “I believe that a small playground in this location will enhance the Downs as a valuable resource for all people of Bristol, by providing something for younger families to do. “I believe that this proposal would knit in very well with

other proposals currently being considered for the Downs, including the Downs Loop, the new café, the renovated changing rooms, and I hope other facilities such as bike rental and improved

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AVING all the Downs School community safely back at school this term has been a welcome sight for all. Laughter can be heard spilling out from classrooms as the children reconnect with their friends; they have enjoyed exploring the school’s 70 acres of uninterrupted outdoor space and woodland. New Headteacher Debbie Isaachsen says: "The success is down to the fantastic teamwork between staff, parents and pupils. Everyone is working together to ensure the school operates as close to normal as possible, whilst learning and teaching remains at the core." Remote learning was highly praised during lockdown. All pupils had access to live lessons with their teachers and even assessments took place remotely to ensure individual academic progress. As well as a full curriculum of academic and creative lessons

pupils had group sessions with tutors, our school counsellor and - in response to a pupil wellbeing survey - more fun social time including Virtual Family Quiz nights. Pupils also had access to a range of fitness challenges which evolved into a school challenge to race around the world! On-line provision has continued this term and any child who needs to self-isolate has access to work and the school is ready, should a repeat lockdown happen. Pastoral care was the theme for staff at the beginning of term; our philosophy is quite simple: happy children will thrive. Pupils’ physical and mental wellbeing is a regular discussion at the weekly Pastoral Care meetings; additional form times have been timetabled to focus on pupil wellbeing and surveys have already been sent to pupils and staff to see if there is more support the school can offer. Although external sporting

fixtures are yet to start, staff at The Downs have continued to be creative with outdoor pursuit days, park runs and House events all on the agenda for this term to ensure everyone remains fit and healthy. Childhood is cherished at The Downs and within this happy, healthy and wholesome environment, all our young children are encouraged to have good manners, composure and humility. We applaud the qualities of friendship, excellence and respect and have a high regard for individuality and quality of character. Teamwork and kindness are considered as equally important as achievement. They say ‘A picture is worth a thousand words’ so why not come and see our school for yourself? Take a tour with our exceptional staff team – we look forward to meeting you. Next Open Day Saturday 7 November 2020

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Redmaids’ student Betty gets Rovers call-up REDMAIDS’ High students have handled the challenges of this year incredibly well, often using their extra time at home to do remarkable things. Some have volunteered in their local communities, others have tried their hand at new hobbies and some, like Year 13 student Betty, have continued to pursue existing passions in new and unfamiliar circumstances. Betty, a member of the senior hockey team at Redmaids’, has been selected to play for the Bristol Rovers Women’s FC squad, after attending an open training session earlier this summer. Betty’s interest in football began when she started playing for Westbury Park Foxes aged five. She played for the local team throughout secondary school, and more recently had her first taste of adult football, playing a season for Bristol Ladies Union FC. Speaking on her recent call-up to Bristol Rovers, Betty said: “I went along to one of their open sessions and after a couple more weeks of attending training sessions, I was asked if I would like to join the team for the coming season - to which of course I answered yes! The coaches and girls have been so welcoming and I really feel like part of the team.”

Despite lockdown restrictions, Betty managed to keep active and get her football fix from home. “Sport helped me immensely during lockdown. Especially at the beginning, it felt like all structure had been taken out my day, but going out on walks, runs, and practising football skills in the garden provided a sense of routine and definitely helped my mood.”

Encouraging more girls and young women to get involved in sport is important to Betty and is something that is ingrained in the curriculum at Redmaids’ High. “Not only does sport help to promote a healthy lifestyle, but it is also a great way to socialize and bring people from all areas and backgrounds together,” said Betty. “I have made so many friends from all parts of Bristol, and beyond, through playing football and it’s increasingly easy for girls and women to get involved.” Claire Maggs, Director of Sport at Redmaids’ High School, said: “Huge congratulations to Betty on her footballing achievement. She is one of the best goalkeepers we have seen at Redmaids’ High School. It is fantastic to see that all her effort, determination and hard work has paid off.” Looking to the year ahead, Betty was set to play her first Bristol Rovers game on 6 September and returned to school to continue her A Level studies in Art, Biology and Geography. “School has done a really good job of keeping us all connected online during lockdown, but I’m looking forward to being physically in the school building and seeing friends in person,” she said.

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n EDUCATION THE permanent home for Bristol’s newest secondary school, Trinity Academy, is well underway. Significant progress has been made on the site and the steel frame and main structure is now in place. The secondary school opened in September 2019 in temporary accommodation on the Stoke Park Primary School site in Lockleaze with a full cohort of 120 students in its first year. The school is being built

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Trinity Academy’s £25m building is taking shape to meet the urgent need for secondary school places in north Bristol and is full again and has a waiting list for this September, with numbers increasing to 180 students from September 2021. The school will continue to grow

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year-on-year with an eventual capacity of 1,220 students – 180 students per year group as well as a sixth form provision. Headteacher Eiron Bailey said “Our mission at Trinity Academy is to create a world class school

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Funding boost for college CITY of Bristol College will receive a funding boost of £1.1 million to upgrade the buildings of its further education facilities. Principal and Chief Executive of City of Bristol College, Andy Forbes, said: “City of Bristol College has been awarded an extra £1.1m funding to make improvements to our campuses. This is part of the £200m funding package for FE Colleges across England announced by Prime Minister Boris Johnson in June. “We welcome this much needed extra investment, which will enable us to modernise our labs and workshops, improve our buildings and make the college an even better place to study.”

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Work under way on the £25m permanent building for Trinity Academy in the grounds of Stoke Park Primary in Lockleaze providing room to seat up to 570 people. There is an adjoining atrium space, drama and dance studios, an outside amphitheatre area, extensive music classrooms and smaller music practice rooms. In addition, the site includes a 3G sports pitch, indoor sports hall and a multiuse games area. Once completed the school, which is part of Cathedral Schools Trust, wants the site to be used by local and national arts

organisations, orchestras and ensembles and is very interested in working with local groups to become a venue of choice in the city. Further information on the designs for the school and on the fundraising campaign to raise £350,000 to equip the performing arts centre to a professional standard is available on the school website at: www. trinityacademybristol.org/ about-us/the-build/support-theperformance-space/

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RESEARCHERS from the University of the West of England (UWE Bristol) are investigating how socially intelligent robots can be used in schools to support young autistic people. The research project will begin in November with the placement of the robot in classrooms scheduled for Spring 2021. Researchers will work closely with pupils and teachers at a special needs school in Somerset to design the project and ensure the robot addresses their needs. Over the course of two months, the robot will be placed in various classes at the school where it will be operated by a member of the research team. The robot will take part in regular teaching as well as interacting with children to support the teacher’s activities. The socially intelligent robot, known as Pepper, is capable of joining in a range of simple

social and physical activities with children, such as story-telling, games and informal chats. Programmed at the Bristol Robotics Laboratory, its behaviours and commands will focus on improving meaningful social interventions which many autistic children struggle with, such as social communication skills, joint attention (the shared focus of two individuals on an object) and exercising. Senior Researcher in Digital Education, Dr Nigel Newbutt, along with researchers from Architecture and the Bristol Robotics Lab who are working on the UWE Bristol project, said: ‘‘This project is particularly exciting as it is one of the few studies which places a robot in real classrooms and we are putting the pupil and teacher experience at the centre of the research. ‘We already know that robots can offer a range of benefits to people with autism but now we

can explore exactly how they work in a school setting and how children and teachers can make the best use of them; in areas identified by the pupils and teachers themselves. It will

be particularly interesting to see how pupils view and engage with the robot. For example, it could be seen as a friend, teaching assistant or simply a piece of equipment.’’

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Colston’s celebrates 'fantastic' A-level outcomes PUPILS, staff and parents are celebrating after Colston’s Upper Sixth delivered an exceptional set of academic and vocational results. Despite the challenges of 2020, that has seen exams cancelled and pupils out of school since March, the headline statistics demonstrate that Colston’s A-level and BTEC students have once again excelled: 52% of A-level grades were awarded at A*/A 80% of A-Level grades were awarded at A*/B 90% of BTEC grades were awarded at Starred Distinction / Distinction (the equivalent of A*/A). Colston’s Headmaster Jeremy McCullough, said: “Regardless of the surprises that 2020, and more recently Ofqual, have had in store for us, we were not at all surprised to see our brilliant Upper Sixth Formers rewarded with some fantastic grades. They may not have got to sit their actual examinations but their hard work and effort throughout

Last year's Heads of School, Jack and Zara, with their A Level results. Jack achieved 3 A* and is off to study Medicine at Cardiff University. Zara achieved ABB and will be studying Anatomy at the University of Bristol their studies have seen them secure very impressive outcomes. “I know this cohort has had a pretty tough time of things in 2020, but I am delighted to report that the very great

majority of them have earned the grades they need to move on to their chosen university courses or apprenticeships; with 90% earning their place on their firstchoice university course.

“We wish them well for their next steps and we still plan to have them back to school for their final farewells once we are able to say congratulations in person.”

GCSE students rewarded for their efforts COLSTON’S students delivered an exceptional set of GCSE results this year. The headline statistics demonstrate that Colston’s GCSE students have been properly rewarded for all their hard work. Grades 7 to 9 were awarded to 55% of pupils, with 30% of students achieving all their grades at 7 or above. Colston’s Headmaster Jeremy

McCullough said: “This has been a very difficult year for this cohort, but they have responded brilliantly to everything that Covid-19 and Ofqual have thrown at them. “We were confident that we knew our students really well, and would be in a strong position to ascribe Centre Assessed grades that would closely reflect those they would have achieved had they been

able to sit their exams. We are therefore comfortable that these impressive grades reflect their huge endeavours in the classroom and at home during lockdown. “Of course, our students achieve far more than impressive exam results, but today we are happy to say well done to them for everything they have achieved.

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Communities launch history podcast A NEW podcast bringing to life the stories of the people and communities that make Bristol such a special and unique place is being launched next week, thanks to the support of UWE Bristol. The 12 Communities One Bristol podcast by Bristol community radio station BCfm includes 12 episodes focused on a particular Bristol neighbourhood - Barton Hill, Knowle West, Lawrence Weston, Easton, Fishponds, Hartcliffe, St George, Hillfields, Southmead, Eastville, Stockwood and Avonmouth - and the stories of people from those communities. UWE Bristol provided the initial pilot funding for the project through a Community Grant from the UWE Bristol Fund. Nine MA Radio Journalism students, led by Dr Anne Harbin, Associate Head

of Department for Broadcast and Journalism, researched, recorded and edited short audio pieces which form part of the new podcast. Podcast presenter Marcus Smith said: "There are stories of an old man in Hartcliffe who eats snails and calls them wall-fish, funny tales from a female rugby team based in Avonmouth, plus hip-hop from Knowle West and conservations about bees in St

George." "Many of these areas are often overlooked or stigmatised. So we have created something to change perceptions and share unique local stories. This new podcast is for Bristolians, welcomed newcomers and future generations to come." Cllr Craig Cheney, Deputy Mayor of Bristol, added: "I'm delighted to see the launch of a local podcast that will shine

a light on the lives of people from across Bristol's diverse and vibrant communities. Each community has its own stories to tell, and I'm looking forward to hearing about the uniqueness of each community and the things that tie us together as a city." Dr Harbin said: "I am so proud of the work our students did to help kick start this project. Some really interesting storytelling giving a real insight into Bristol's communities." Alongside BCfm and UWE Bristol, the podcast is made in partnership with Bristol Museums, Bristol Archives, UWE Bristol and funded by the National Lottery Heritage Fund. 12 Communities One Bristol will be available from Thursday 17 September on BCfm Radio, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and all mainstream podcast providers.

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Tots relish chance to explore new outdoor area IT has been an exceptionally busy summer at St Bons. The Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) area at the school in Egerton Road has been redeveloped, ready to be used by Reception pupils and St Bon’s pre-school children. The new area provides the children with lots of opportunities to explore their environment including a water exploratory area, climbing frame and mark making areas. This year’s new cohort has thoroughly enjoyed testing it all out! Throughout the summer holidays St Bon’s remained open and provided holiday club provision for our families. Both the children and staff children have thoroughly enjoyed their days. Now that all children have returned to school, staff have prioritised providing a well-being library which has supported the children to explore themes which might be linked to some of their experiences of lockdown and the impact coronavirus has had on

them. St Bon’s are also fortunate to have received a donation of £500 from the charity, Pride, which has enabled them to fund a suite of books which reflects the diversity of our school community.

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n EDUCATION PLANS to spend nearly £30m on improving "neglected" special schools in Bristol have been approved by Bristol City Council. The proposals will see the current schools upgraded and more places made available for pupils with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). Bristol City Council backed the improvement plans, subject to a consultation in the autumn, at a cabinet meeting on September 1. The £28.7million proposals include major redevelopments at Elmfield School for Deaf Children and Claremont Special School, as well as the addition of special school places at a number of mainstream schools across the city. The plans also include a new independent living centre for young adults in Ashley Down. The proposals follow a commitment by Bristol City Council to look at special school provision last July, and years of frustration and anger among parents of SEND children let down by the system. A report from Ofsted and the

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Care Quality Commission last December said children with SEND in Bristol had been failing for years. In 2018, the council was forced to restore £5million to its SEND budget after it lost a High

Court case against parents who challenged the administration’s decision to cut the funding. A report that went before cabinet on September 1 admits that, right now, the council does not have enough special school

places for 190 children in Bristol who are entitled to councilfunded specialist education provision, and another 250 are likely to join the queue for a place in the next 12 months. The proposals would see 250 new special school places added across 11 schools, create 54 extra places at Elmfield School for Deaf Children and add eight at Claremont Special School. But no new places will be ready for at least a year, according to the cabinet report, which says the 250 new places “might” be ready by September 2021. The new facilities at Elmfield – requiring the demolition of the school and the redevelopment of the Bristol Education Centre – “may” be finished by September 2022, the report says.

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October, 2020 The demolition, refurbishment and building works needed to create the new Claremont School facilities “may” be completed by September 2024. Bristol parent Jen Smith, who has two children with SEND and has been a long-time campaigner for better services, said that the situation is the result of “institutional disability discrimination on a huge scale” and means “we have to write off another generation of children”. Cabinet member for schools, Cllr Anna Keen, said the council has “dramatically” improved its turnaround of EHC plans and its plan to increase special school places was the “right thing to do”. Opposition councillor Tim Kent, who also has a child with SEND, said the administration had failed to heed the warnings of parents and councillors. In February, Bristol mum Sally Kent, from Bristol Independent SEND Community, told the council its failure to provide adequate SEND services had provoked a looming “emergency” in special school

provision. Extensive delays in producing education, health and care (EHC) plans had resulted in a large backlog of assessments that, once cleared, would mean there were many more children entitled to a special school place than existed, she said. Cabinet will be asked to approve £15.6million of council funding towards the project. The remaining £13.1million needed is yet to be found. The council hopes to recoup part of the cost by selling the land at Elmfield when the school is demolished and through savings as a result of no longer having to pay to maintain the old facilities at Elmfield and Claremont. By providing special school places in Bristol, the project will also save the council the expense of sending children to special schools outside the local authority area. A consultation is due to take place in the autumn. By Amanda Cameron, Local Democracy Reporting Service

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n NEWS A RESIDENT from Horfield has taken a leap of faith as she took on a skydive to raise money for the learning disability charity where she works. Patricia Gaitan is Commercial Development Manager at Hft, a national charity that supports more than 2,500 adults with learning disabilities across England and Wales to live the best life possible. Established in 1962, the charity uses its own unique Fusion Model to consistently deliver high quality, person-centred support across all its services. Services range from supported living to residential care – from a few hours a week to 24 hours a day. Hft also helps people with learning disabilities to take part in daily activities, make friends and develop relationships and to find work. Patricia has worked for the charity for four years, and the 42 year old was inspired to take on the challenge of a lifetime after seeing first-hand how hard Hft support workers have worked throughout the Coronavirus pandemic. Patricia had already raised £400 as she braced herself to take the plunge on Saturday September 12, which has risen to £672 at the time of writing. She travelled to Salisbury, where she jumped from a height of 12,500 feet and enjoyed up to 50 seconds of free-fall before opening her parachute. While preparing for the challenge ahead, Patricia had been receiving plenty of encouragement from her coworkers and two children, who were also there to support her on the day. All funds raised are going towards Hft’s Pandemic Appeal, which aims to ensure staff and supported people have access to vital supplies and services during an uncertain time. Speaking ahead of the challenge, Patricia said: “I’ve always loved adrenaline but have never dared to take on a challenge like this – until now! While I’m feeling nervous, I’m looking forward to the feeling of accomplishment when I land back on solid ground, and to the views of the Wiltshire countryside I’ll have on the way down. “After seeing our support workers working incredibly hard to care for and protect people with learning disabilities

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over the last few difficult months, I thought it was the right time to take a leap of faith for Hft. Our staff are heroes and have worked day and night to ensure people they support can find more enjoyment, comfort and satisfaction in their lives. They’ve inspired me to take on this challenge and I hope to do them proud.” The jump itself prompted some concerns from the family as Patricia explained: “Initially my partner was not very keen on the jump, but then he was very supportive. My kids loved the adrenaline of the day and are very proud of me. I think my friends and family all know the importance of the cause and how difficult lockdown Patricia prepares to jump has been for people with learning disabilities. proud that I managed to do it.” “It took me a bit of Emma Macdonald, Sporting time to take on board what I and Challenge Events Manager had done, but after a while it at Hft, said: “Challenges are was very invigorating and I feel

a great way to have fun and fundraise for your favourite charity at the same time. We’re thrilled that Patricia is taking to the skies this month to raise funds for our Pandemic Appeal. Thanks to people like her, we’ve been able to raise vital funds for some of the most vulnerable people in society. A £10 donation could purchase shop vouchers for supplies such as food and hand gels, while £50 could help us be there for even more families through our Family Carer Support Service. We’re so grateful for Patricia’s efforts and will be cheering her on all the way.” To donate, visit Patricia’s fundraising page: https://www.justgiving. com/fundraising/patriciagaitan1 For more information about Hft please visit www.hft.org.uk

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Hospice Christmas Market is going virtual THINGS might be a little different this year but that doesn’t mean Christmas has to be put on hold. St Peter’s Hospice has taken their annual Christmas Market online with a digital market on Facebook. The market will feature locally sourced, handmade and vintage gifts from some of Bristol’s best makers and creators with new items going up regularly between Thursday 1 October and Monday 21 December. Local partnerships with the likes of Cocoa & Ned Felt Christmas Decorations, Pryzm Glass, Planet Bee Organic, Plain and Purl Knitting Group and plenty of local artists means that there will be something on offer for everyone. It’s the perfect chance to pick up unique gifts for friends and family. The St Peter’s Hospice Digital Christmas Market is a key fundraising event and it is more vital than ever to help bring in the funds for Bristol’s only adult Hospice. Items will either be sold with full profit going to the Hospice or a partial donation which will help them to continue to provide care within the community when it matters most. Esther Hall, Market Organiser, said: “The 40th anniversary of the St Peter’s Hospice Christmas Market was due to be our largest

event yet, however, we’ve been challenged to re-think the market experience in light of the pandemic and we are excited to create a virtual market that will bring volunteers, traders and supporters together to achieve what the event has been achieving for 40

years now.” To find out more visit the St Peter’s Hospice website (link to Christmas Market page). If you would like to join in as a Market Trader then contact Esther Hall on community@stpetershospice.org.uk.

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n NEWS A LOCAL organisation that provides support for people with dementia and their families is looking for people to support them on Dementia Day. Tony Hall was prompted to start the Bristol Dementia Action Alliance (BDAA) in July 2013. His wife Barbara has had frontal temporal dementia since 1999, and he felt there was a lack of support to help people when someone is losing their memory. The project is non-profitmaking and community-based, and is totally resourced by volunteers. In addition, they also form part of an “Alliance” of similar groups throughout the UK, who all work to make their communities more dementia aware. On Tuesday October 20, BDAA are encouraging people to gather their friends, family and colleagues together in a socially distanced way or online, and share a cuppa and a donut and donate a small amount to BDAA to support their vital work. In addition, they are keen that people to join them on

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The BDAA team receive a Voscur award for social impact Zoom at 7.30pm for their AGM, where there will be a review of the year and a celebration of their achievements in raising awareness of dementia in the Bristol area. Speaking about Dementia Day, Tony told The Voice: “We

decided to have a special day to raise dementia awareness, where we are encouraging people to have a donut instead of biscuit with their morning coffee or drink, in order to give themselves a treat!” In July, BDAA held several

free webinars about caring for someone with dementia during lockdown, and on Wednesday October 28 they are also holding a webinar about supporting young people with dementia. Young people are defined as those of working ages, and in the UK 40,000 under 65s have dementia. In Bristol there are very few services for people within this group, and during the webinar BDAA will look at what is currently available, what is needed and what could be provided. To book your free place for the Zoom meeting, visit: dunkadonutfordementia. eventbrite.co.uk To find out more about BDAA, Dementia Day and their webinars, visit their website: www.bdaa.org.uk

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Community Orchard Apple Day celebration on hold HORFIELD Organic Community Orchard (HOCO) has first hand experience of diseases and pests that won’t go away. Fungal diseases like canker, scab, and powdery mildew affect the health of trees. Sapsuckers such as aphids and shield bugs, or the burrowing grubs of sawfly and codling moth, take their toll on the harvest. In a lean year for fruit – like 2020 – more than half the crop can be lost to natural predators. There’s another way of looking at this. Humans are not the only consumers of the fruits of nature. We are predators too, who have the good fortune to share a wonderful planet teeming with countless other living creatures that are different from us. Not that everything on the planet is peachy. In midSeptember restrictions to reduce the numbers of people gathering together put an end to plans for a Covid-safe Apple Day in the

orchard. HOCO treasurer, Sue Powell says: “We’re gutted, but cancelling Apple Day seems the right thing to do in the face of so much uncertainty. “It’s our biggest event, and a huge financial loss to the orchard. We rely on funds raised at our public events to keep the orchard going. I’m looking at other ways to raise funds, and we’ll keep your readers up to date with developments.”

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Meanwhile, the Apple Tree Lady has stepped in to raise funds for the orchard. Shannon Smith, the Orchard Learning coordinator, is keen to advise and encourage gardeners to give their fruit trees the love they need to thrive. Shannon says: “A well-cared fruit tree is alive with beauty and fruit. It can co-exist with pests and shrug off disease. Common causes of stress are easy to

remedy over time – and most fruit trees will then give goods crops of quality fruit.” Shannon is available to visit gardens and allotments during October for a one-hour consultation. The cost is £20, which includes a £5 donation to HOCO. Identifying mystery apples is a popular feature of Apple Day. Shannon is offering to do this for a donation to HOCO of £5 for each variety. She admits it’s more of an art than a science: “I can’t test the genes,” she said, “but I’ve seen hundreds of different varieties over the years. The mystery can usually be solved with the help of some good reference books. It’s fruitful fun - and all in a good cause!” For more information see the Public Events page on the HOCO website. To book an hour with the Apple Tree Lady see the HOCO website: www. community-orchard.org.uk or phone: 0117 373 1587.

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Domestic abuse is a concern for everyone PREVENTION and recovery for domestic abuse victims was the focus of a recent Bristol City Council Mayoral Commission workshop co-chaired by PCC Sue Mountstevens and Senior Public Health Practitioner Sue Moss. The workshop, attended by partners including probation, local charities and police, is part of a series of discussions organised by Bristol City Council to address the support needed for domestic and sexual abuse victims and survivors across the city. PCC Sue Mountstevens said: “The key thought I took away from this workshop was we all have a responsibility for domestic abuse. “We were also in agreement that an approach needs to include working with perpetrators to prevent further abuse from taking place, as well as ensuring every day services that are used by local people are aware how to deal with possible disclosures and can recognise the signs of abuse.” For more information about victim support services in Avon and Somerset, visit: https://www.thisisnotanexcuse.org/

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THE wildflowers in Old Quarry Park came into full bloom at the end of August. They were planted as part of the larger project to enhance Old Quarry Park, aided by The Henleaze Society and funded by a grant from the former Neighbourhood Partnership. In the past few years the park, sited by the dual carriageway at the lower end of Henleaze Road, has benefitted from new benches, the addition of a picnic table, bulb plants and bird boxes in trees. An Interpretation Board explaining the history of the park was installed last year. Visit now - while the flowers are out!

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Haveyour Will writtenfor freeandsupport your local NHS WE are living through unprecedented times which will shape the way we live and work for a long time to come. The Coronavirus pandemic will also shape the medical landscape and how our NHS can continue to care for our communities. Sarah Harrison, director of Southmead Hospital Charity, said: “Every day I am amazed by my NHS colleagues who save lives and care for patients and their families. “This has been a challenging time for us all and we need to do all we can to ensure future generations won’t face the uncertainties we have.” Leaving the gift of a donation in your Will is a special way to leave your legacy for the future. Your gift could play a vital role in helping your NHS in Bristol plan for the future; transforming lives for generations to come by providing state-of-the-art medical equipment or funding pioneering research. Your gift will ensure patients of the future receive the very best treatment and care. Bill Long decided to leave a gift in his Will as a thank you to the NHS for saving his life He said: “Eight years ago I was treated for prostate cancer at Southmead Hospital and the surgeons saved my life. “Without them I wouldn’t be here today so

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Defibrillator funded for Stoke Bishop village shops IT has long been the wish of the Stoke Bishop and Sea Mills Ward Forum, and its predecessor the Neighbourhood Partnership, to have a defibrillator in Stoke Bishop. Anyone can suffer a cardiac arrest no matter how fit they are. A victim’s life expectancy chances increase from 1 in 10 to 3 in 10 with immediate CardioPulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and defibrillation. The availability of a local defibrillator could make the difference, and improve the life chances for cardiac arrest victims. The Ward Forum has recently been approached by Simon Brookes who has installed seven defibrillators already in Henleaze and Westbury-on-Trym in recent years. Simon was a first responder for the South West Ambulance Service and he knows their value. As a result, the Ward Forum is partnering with the Druid Fountain Neighbourhood Watch and Residents Association (DFNHW) and the Sneyd Park Residents Association (SPRA). A crowdfunding campaign has raised the necessary funds for a defibrillator to be installed at the village shops as it’s a busy area with high footfall and people often around. Salvatore has kindly agreed to the installation of what is termed a Community Public Access Defibrillator (CPAD) outside his barber’s shop. DRNHW and SPRA have, between them, promised to contribute £600 to get the project off the ground and another £1,275 has been raised through donations.

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Joan’s patio display dazzles judges JOAN Watkins, one of the residents at Fallodon Court in Henleaze, knows a thing or two about growing healthy plants. The fabulous array of pots in her garden helped her win a prize for her entry in the Anchor Hanover annual Gardening Competition. Joan entered the glorious display on her patio area in the Individual Garden category and was thrilled to be this year’s Runner Up, winning a certificate and garden vouchers.

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n NEWS THE Royal National Institute of Blind People (RNIB) is calling on people in the South West to look after their eyes during this year’s National Eye Health Week (21 – 27 September). The charity is highlighting the role that high street optometrists can play in eye care, at a time when hospitals are facing backlogs in appointments caused by delays and cancellations as a result of lockdown. Louise Gow, specialist lead in eye health at RNIB, said: “It’s very important that people in the South West look after their eyes in order to avoid unnecessary sight loss. The most common sight conditions in the UK, including cataracts, glaucoma and age-related macular degeneration (AMD) can be detected during a routine eye test. With optometrists re-opening after lockdown, we are urging anyone who is due an eye test to get in contact with their optician and book an appointment. “Numerous safety measures have been put in place to reduce the risk of spreading coronavirus,

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The Eden Project as seen with a simulation filter of cataracts. This filter provides an idea of what people with cataracts can see, but is not representative of everyone’s experience with the same condition. including asking people to arrive exactly at the time of their appointment to avoid full waiting rooms or delays, staff wearing full PPE and social distancing between staff and patients where possible. We want to reassure people that every effort is being

made to ensure their safety and urge them to get any sudden changes in vision seen to.” The past few months have seen a shift in how high street optometrists provide support. Many opticians have been open throughout lockdown to advise

over the phone or see people who were worried about their vision face-to-face. In many areas, optometrists were involved in providing expertise for the Covid Urgent Eyecare Service (CUES). Since the easing of lockdown, they have been supporting hospital eye clinics by managing some of the routine assessments that hospital teams are not able to see yet, such as checking eye pressures and triaging minor eye conditions. This is in addition to the specialist optometry services already in place. If you’re unsure about attending eye care appointments or are unable to attend, please contact your optometrist or hospital eye department. If you have any concerns about your vision, contact RNIB’s Sight Loss Advice Service on 0303 123 9999 or visit rnib. org.uk/eyehealth.

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News and views from our city councillors Geoff Gollop (Westbury-on-Trym & Henleaze) Waste collections dibly Bristol Waste teams are working incre ating. hard to keep the waste service oper They don’t always manage to complete s their rounds, and that causes enormou ents. If frustration on the part of local resid online, your road is missed, please report it or contact me straight away and I will make sure it is reported. ment I thought it was worth sharing a com ase in from Bristol waste: “With a 17% incre d and recycling weight and ongoing Covi the holidays it is a challenge completing tly isten cons been have “we ng addi ” , work glass of mes volu collecting Christmas since March”. yed Blue badge renewals have been dela

not by the pandemic and the Council did r eithe is e badg your If s. nder remi send out you overdue, or shortly due for renewal, cil may need to go online, or ask the Coun have you if me act Cont . form a to post you any problems. coming The sorry saga of Bristol Energy is have to an end. The residential customers not have still we but off, sold now been to been told what the final cost will be failed the Council. I am expecting that this ss exce in cost have will ure vent business for a of £40m. That would have provided other lot of social care, library books and ices. serv much needed

car ban. We await the detailed new proposals as well as information about the impact of the closure of Bristol Bridge and Baldwin Street. Keeping In Touch ity We continue with our Zoom commun day Tues on 7pm at is next our ; meetings ://tiny. 13th October. To register go to http cc/WH13Oct

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News and views from our city councillors Steve Smith (Westbury-on-Trym & Henleaze) There’s been quite a lot going on this month, although once again it seems to be very focussed on planning and building. St Christopher’s School

Grange Park Flats On the opposite extrem e I was horrified to see an application by the freeholder of Grange Court flats to bui ld two extra storeys on top of the existing thr ee storey block in Henleaze. That would ma ke it the biggest building in the area, tot ally dominating the residential streets around it. even worse the freeholder To make matters didn’t even bother to speak to the existing residents before putting in an application to build on top of their homes. We are supporting reside nts in opposing this application. You can see the details and have your say by going to planningonline. bristol.gov.uk and enterin g the reference 20/03831/ND.

I visited the site of the form er St Christopher's School in Westbury Park to meet representatives of the owner Aurora, along with members of the Westbury Park Community Association. The school has been closed for many months now and Aurora is working with residents and the Cou ncil on the first stage of planning what to do with the site. It is very early days at the Welcome to Great Weste moment, but I rn Air Ambulance was impressed with Aur ora’s approach and reassured that they are The re’s no dou bt that this is an extrem serious about working ely with the local community difficult time for our loc to redevelop the al shops and we must site in a way that works con tinue to support them if for everybody, as we want to keep well as recovering the sign them. One piece of goo ificant amount of d news is that after money that they invest sta ndi ng em pty ed into it. for a few years the form er Lloyds chemist in Carlton Court, Westbury

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Inheritance Tax (IHT) Receipts At Record Highs THE latest HMRC statistics for tax receipts show IHT receipts for June 2020 as £508 million, 42% higher than the £357 million of June 2019. It is estimated that around 66% of people don’t plan appropriately for IHT liability, meaning there is a total of around £15 billion in unprotected assets in the UK. Whilst shaping your Will as tax efficiently as possible is perhaps the first port of call. You may also wish to consider whether making some lifetime gifts is a

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10-year plan for wildlife THE end of summer, and the changes we see in the nature around us, remind us of how much we enjoy the outdoors. This is especially true in a year where many of us have been indoors much more than we would have wanted. It has shown the importance of gardens, allotments, green spaces and parks and the wildlife we share them with. Bristol has 33 conservation areas and over 3,800 allotment plots. We have a wildlife network of 3,000 hectares, protecting a quarter of all the land area in the city. As the home of the BBC Natural History Unit, Bristol is even a leading global centre for wildlife expertise. But reports have painted a picture of global wildlife under threat. There has been a 60% decline in wild vertebrates worldwide since 1970. 44 million nesting birds, 30 million hedgehogs and 2.8 million brown hare have been lost from the UK since the middle of last century. In Bristol, the city’s swift and starling populations are much-reduced from what they were, with a 96% reduction birds between 1994 and 2014. Species extinctions are high and accelerating, with 41% of insects worldwide and 15% of UK species at risk. Because of Bristol’s environmental awareness many organisations across the city

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need to keep working together to keep Bristol safe. In Parliament, I’m using every day to ensure we have WE'VE entered a critical moment the resources Bristol needs during with this pandemic with new cases this time from track and trace to on the rise nationally. Although our renewed economic support. case numbers are lower in Bristol We can’t afford to take our eye than in other parts of the country, off the ball when it comes to Brexit this is a critical moment for us too. either. It’s clear the Government I know we are prepared and hasn’t prepared for the no-deal ready for whatever comes next. Brexit it appears to want, and I’ve Our key workers, from emergency been deeply disturbed by the services and schools to our food Prime Minister’s cavalier attitude networks and local businesses to breaking international law. This know what needs to be done and isn’t about Leave or Remain, it’s have worked tirelessly since the about Britain’s reputation on the emergence of coronavirus to keep global stage. Yes, we must establish us safe. Now, it’s our turn to protect a new relationship with the EU now them by following the rules to that Brexit is happening - so we can stop the spread of this virus. We build back better, deliver on our net-zero ambitions and work with our allies on shared challenges but this must happen from a place of shared trust and respect with our European neighbours and international partners. I was also pleased to formally launch the Climate Assembly report in Parliament in September. As the lead commissioning committee chair, I commended the citizen assembly report on how to reach net zero to the House of Commons. I’ll be running an online webinar to look at the detail of this and get your feedback soon (see Darren Jones launched the Climate below!). Assembly report in Parliament

Your Champion in Bristol I continue to run a virtual-only service from the constituency. Since February, hundreds of people from Bristol have connected with me at our fortnightly Facebook Live Q&As and online Café Politics. Our next Café Politics is on October 24th and I hope to see you there. You can sign up at darren-jones.uk/ events. Not being able to see you all in person has made it a little harder to feel as connected to the hopes and concerns that you have for Bristol and the country. That’s why over the autumn and winter months, I’ll be hosting dedicated neighbourhood forums for all of our local communities, including Westbury-on-Trym and Henleaze. I want to keep pushing on with local issues including how we best manage the Downs, how we tackle speeding and antisocial behaviour in our neighbourhoods and how we best support our highstreets. These neighbourhood level chats will help me keep up with the issues important to you. You can register for your ticket at darrenjones.uk/events. I will also be hosting a special Climate Assembly focused webchat soon to talk about the proposals put toward by people across the country to get to net-zero and how we can use this type of deliberative democracy to solve problems in Bristol. Again, you’ll find details for this on darren-jones.uk/events. I encourage you to watch and

Darren Jones column share the video I made this summer with our key workers across Bristol. You can find this on my Facebook page at facebook.com/ darrenjonesmp. It was a privilege to meet with so many key workers, and I know Bristol stands with me when I express my gratitude for their continued service. Finally, of course, I’ll be continuing to hold regular phonein surgeries if you need to raise a private issue with me. You can also reach me via email on darren.jones. mp@parliament.uk, write to me at the House of Commons or ring with an enquiry at 0117 959 6545. Please know, even though we can’t meet in person as easily as before, my commitment to be your champion in Bristol and voice in Parliament is as strong as ever.

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n NEWS PROFESSOR Paul R Goddard, a retired doctor who used to work at the BRI, has written a book about all the plagues man has encountered including Covid-19. In his latest book - Pandemic - Prof. Goddard reviews the history of pandemics including malaria, leprosy, TB and HIV in a blanched and witty way, going into detail on the top 10 of all time. Pandemic is a fascinating history of the horrid diseases that have plagued mankind. As well as being full of useful historical facts and amusing cartoons, each disease is graced with a list of famous sufferers, doctors who made a difference in overcoming these maladies and anecdotes of personal experiences by the author. The book features many photographs to illustrate these illnesses as well as images of Bristol and other cities during lockdown. There’s a local slant for Bristolians as the author has been living here since 1977, and currently resides in Redland.

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Asked how he managed to write the book so quickly, Prof. Goddard said: “Like many doctors I predicted that there would be a novel coronavirus pandemic. I sat down to write the book three years ago and the Covid-19 pandemic stimulated me into finishing it.

111 places in Bristol that you shouldn’t miss A NEW book features interesting and unusual places not found in traditional travel guides. Photographer Barbara Evripidou who lives in Surrey Road, Bishopston, and author Martin Booth pull back the curtain to reveal dozens of fascinating and eccentric destinations in Bristol. 111 Places in Bristol That You Shouldn’t Miss heads off the beaten track to a bridge to nowhere, leads your eyes downwards to a pavement plaque no bigger than a pencil remembering times past, draws your eyes upwards to a pair of mythical unicorns, and takes you away from the crowds to find a giant wicker nose, a pub populated by cats and a shelllined secret grotto. Explore by rail on a small suburban branch line or even from a ferry designed by the inventor of the bagless vacuum cleaner, James Dyson, while he was still a student – a modern-day Brunel. Barbara, who has lived in Bishopston for almost 20 years, has teamed up with her former newspaper colleague Martin to work together on the book, part of a global series of city guides that aim to showcase places not usually featured in guidebooks. "No matter whether you have lived here all of your life, are a frequent visitor or a first-time visitor, these are 111 things you might not have realised even existed," said Martin. "This is an exploration of unknown Bristol from the Ice Age to the present day."

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“A professor from Canada emailed me with congratulations and stated that it has exactly the right mix of education and entertainment.” Professor Paul R Goddard is a Visiting Professor at the University of the West of England and has written ten textbooks, fourteen novels, an anthology of poetry and around 500 medical papers. During his medical career Paul won prizes for his medical publications including the Couch Award and the Twining Medal of the Royal College of Radiologists and the Barclay Prize from the British Institute of Radiology,

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n NEWS BRISTOL cancer charity, Penny Brohn UK, has announced a proposed restructure in an effort to protect front-line services in response to the impact of COVID-19 on its fundraising and income generation. Penny Brohn UK Commercial Director, Andrew Hufford, explains: “Penny Brohn UK is currently facing the biggest challenge in its history. We are facing an income shortfall of over £750,000 this year and will have to reduce our cost base accordingly. For a charity that needs to raise around £2.5 million each and every year, this is a devastating blow. “The charity has been severely hit by the loss of income from its primary funder plus cancellation of all its public fundraising events. In March we furloughed approximately 80% of staff. “It is essential that we make significant changes to the way we operate in order to protect our front-line services and ensure that we are still here for people living with cancer who need us now and in the future. It is because of this that we have begun this consultation with our staff teams, as we look to ensure that the organisation continues to maximise support to cancer patients on lower levels of income.” Penny Brohn UK has been supporting the holistic needs of

Bristol cancer charity faces cash crisis in wake of Covid

people with cancer for 40 years. The charity moved its support for cancer patients online in April. It is very unlikely that the Penny Brohn UK National Centre in Ham Green, near Bristol will be able to welcome back cancer patients for face-to-face services until 2021. Andrew Hufford, Commercial Director of Penny Brohn UK said: “It was a heart-breaking decision to start the change consultation with staff. We planned great things for our 40th year. However the reality is that we will have to operate with,

potentially, much less staff to ensure we protect direct services for people with cancer. “Every single member of staff at Penny Brohn UK is dedicated to making sure anyone with cancer and their families get the support they need. Which is why it is very difficult to lose people who have worked so hard and shown such team spirit – especially over the past few challenging months. But the sad reality is that this change cannot be avoided. “Events of the last few months have shown that even though

people with cancer need support more than ever from charities like Penny Brohn UK; the ability to raise the money to provide these services is much more challenging.” The charity owns the former Ham Green Hospital and its grounds and will focus on raising funds through hospitality and conference bookings until such time it can be reopened safely for cancer patients. The organisation’s story began in 1979 when founder, Penny Brohn, was diagnosed with breast cancer. Penny, who grew up in Bristol, knew that she needed more than medicine when she received her diagnosis and she embraced a holistic approach to cancer care and support. With her close friend Pat Pilkington, they set up the Bristol Cancer Help Centre to care for the “mind, body, spirit and emotions” of people with cancer. Penny Brohn died in 1999 and the charity moved into Ham Green in 2006 and rebranded to bear her name. HRH Prince Charles is the patron.

Student’s DNA device could help endangered species A NOVEL device that extracts DNA from the air to determine what animal lives in a habitat is being developed by a UWE Bristol master’s student. Beckie Green is building a prototype of the handheld device, whose design has made it to the final of the Con X Tech Prize, an international competition that calls for innovative ways to solve conservation challenges. The abDNA (airborne DNA) sampler consists of a vacuum pump that pulls air through a filter. A nozzle is placed inside a small space like a furrow, tree hole, or crevice when the animal is absent, and DNA present in the air from its fur, skin or faeces gets caught in the filter, which is later sent to the lab for testing. Beckie came up with the idea during her dissertation as part of her MSc Advanced Wildlife Conservation in Practice programme, after realising that no other device to extract DNA in this way currently exists. Beckie said: “It has previously been hard to capture DNA samples because if we

take bats, for instance, they sometimes live in small and awkward holes that are hard to access. The usual method is to use an endoscope with a light on the end, but this is very invasive and expensive because it takes time. “Using abDNA is a non-invasive method that is better for animal welfare as the animal doesn’t have to be there during the procedure.” The device could be used for a variety of animals such as badgers, mice, meerkats and eventually nocturnal primate species. One such animal it could help conserve is the lemur species, which UWE Bristol is involved with in an existing conservation project. Dr Mark Steer, who is a lecturer on Beckie Green’s programme and is collaborating on her project, said: “Some of the rarest lemurs use holes in trees as roost sites and refuges; if they leave DNA behind, we could get an idea of what they look for when choosing holes. Even in the UK, we know very little about the resting

and roosting habits of many animals. This device could give us an opportunity to dig into some of these conservation questions that we have not had the chance to look at before.” The team, which also includes Dr Ben Williams from the Faculty of Environment and Technology (FET), was announced as one of 20 finalists drawn from 360 entries. It was awarded $3500 (USD) to develop the prototype, to be submitted to the competition by 18 October. One of the other finalists is James Greenhalgh, a graduate from UWE Bristol who works for charity The Reef-World Foundation. The overall winner is to be awarded $20,000.

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n RECIPE OF THE MONTH Ann Murray founded the Cooking4 Cookery School in Chipping Sodbury. She’s teamed up with Henleaze & Westbury Voice to pass on her wealth of experience in the kitchen

Pumpkin soup: don't throw away your lantern

CTOBER is here and we really are in to those lovely comfort recipes to keep out the cold and the damp. Each month brings a host of wonderfully different foods to celebrate. Of course, it’s Halloween this month too. So I’ve chosen a recipe to use the brilliant pumpkins which are in abundance now. Later, when you can’t get pumpkins, butternut squash will work just as well. Squashes are full of vitamins and fibre, they are low in calories and may actually aid weight loss. So don’t throw away your pumpkin lantern, turn it into this delicious, healthy vibrant soup and do yourself a power of good!

Pumpkin soup Serves 4 Ingredients

Water – 900 ml (1 ½ pint) Crunchy Peanut Butter – 2 tbsp – (caution if allergic or serving small children leave out) Ground Cumin – 2 x pinches Freshly ground black pepper Here’s what you do: Fry the onion in the olive oil for about 5 mins until transparent (clear). Add the pumpkin, carrot, potato, peanut butter and cumin. Cook for a further 2-3 minutes. Blend the stock cube in the water and then add to the other ingredients. Bring to the boil then turn down the heat and allow to simmer for 20 minutes or until vegetables are soft and tender.

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Remove from the heat. Liquidize the soup using a hand blender or food processor.

Onion – 1, chopped

Season with pepper.

1 small pumpkin or half a large one – 1 small peeled, chopped and de-seeded (don’t throw away the seeds!)

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n NEWS A NEW support programme is offering West of England employers help to respond to mental health concerns in the workplace, particularly those arising from Covid-19. The West of England Combined Authority (WECA) is investing in the two-year Thrive at Work West of England programme, which aims to address the key mental health issues that businesses say are affecting their employees, and impacting productivity. The package of support, including training resources, is available through WECA’s West of England Growth Hub website. It includes mental health e-learning to equip managers with the confidence and skills to have supportive conversations with their staff about mental health and wellbeing, particularly in these challenging and changing times. The training is funded by WECA and will be targeted towards small and medium-sized businesses and ethnic minorityled companies to help support those who may have been impacted the most by Covid-19. West of England Mayor, Tim Bowles, said: “Mental health and wellbeing can have a huge impact on individuals, employers, and the wider economy. Following the coronavirus outbreak, I’ve listened to businesses to find out what help they need and I’m supporting them in their recovery. “Thrive at Work West of England is the latest in a package of measures I’ve announced to help support our region’s economy and people’s jobs following the pandemic. It will help businesses across the West of England to support the

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mental health and wellbeing of their employees and respond to the impacts of coronavirus on mental health. “Our businesses and workers need help and support from a trusted source during these difficult times. Therefore it’s reassuring that the e-learning content has been written by Mind, a leading authority on mental health.” Mental health is an issue that can have a huge impact upon individuals, their employers and the wider economy. Research carried out across the UK in August found that 39% of people said their well-being was being affected by the pandemic through stress, anxiety, boredom and loneliness; of these, 9% reported that they were worried about a possible job loss and 9% said they were worried about returning to work. Thrive at Work West of England is a collaboration between WECA, Bristol, Bath & North East Somerset,

North Somerset and South Gloucestershire councils, the mental health charity Mind, plus businesses and organisations in the Thriving at Work regional network and the unions. Bristol’s Deputy Mayor, Councillor Asher Craig, said: “I welcome the launch of the new ‘Thrive at Work West of England’ programme, which is supporting businesses during Covid-19, and underlining the importance and value of good mental health and wellbeing practices in the workplace. Bristol led the way in

the region by launching ‘Thrive’ last year, and also by being the first city in the UK to sign-up to the new Mental Health at Work Commitment. “Our mental health is just as important as our physical health, and we know that Covid-19 has had a significant impact on people’s lives and mental wellbeing, so this programme is even more important now as we navigate economic uncertainty. Together, with our partners in the region, we are working to support and promote healthy workplaces where people can thrive.” Thrive at Work, and other packages of support, can be accessed through WECA’s regional Growth Hub. WECA’s focus is on rebuilding a strong regional economy, to enable long-term recovery for the West of England. The aim is to help businesses build their financial resilience, innovate and adopt best practice, and boost their productivity.

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OME people see their car as no more than a white good, a means to an end. It takes you from A to B and back again. These people buy Hyundais and Kias or, if they have lots of money, Teslas. And that’s fine; it frees up some time in their lives to think about other things. As a motoring enthusiast, I’m not quite sure what that might be though. Soft furnishings? Having no interest in your conveyance also makes it easier to get rid of it when it starts to become unreliable. Your Tesla will, I can assure you. It’s made in America, for crying out loud. I can forgive an unreliable car that I love many times over before getting rid of it. In fact it takes a pretty major failure (like a collapsing gearbox or an engine that drinks more oil than petrol) before I trade in a really beautiful car. And so to the Range Rover Velar. Is there a better looking SUV on the market, new or used? Or in fact ever? I think the Velar ranks as a fabulous looking car, regardless of segment. And yet when I asked the owner of this month’s example his opinion of it (just six months after swapping it for a more expensive Porsche), his response was a worrying

"I’m going to keep it, but…" Oh dear. More in a moment, but first some history. ‘Velar’ was the codename Land Rover gave to the original Range Rover in 1967, and they actually put a Velar badge across the front and back to disguise it during testing. These original cars are now worth high six figures, if they ever come up for sale. The current Velar is more affordable, but certainly not cheap. The chassis is shared with the Jaguar F-Pace, and engines range from a 180hp diesel to a 540hp petrol V8. I drove the mid-range 300hp diesel. All Velars have an 8-speed automatic gearbox. Drink in the looks before you drive it, note the long overhang at the back, which somehow works and gives the car a huge boot. Door handles are flush and pop out of the bodywork on request, which is very cool. Will they one day fail though? Oh crikey, have some faith. Inside it looks and smells expensive. The leather is lovely, and although the roofline is low (aiding the sleek looks) there is plenty of room front and rear.

On the move, and despite massive 21 inch wheels, this car rides beautifully. It is also very easy to place on the road, which I wasn’t expecting. The reduced size over a ‘full’ Range Rover makes parking easier, not really to the detriment of interior space, and I suspect other road users won’t hate you quite so much. How can they when the Velar looks so wonderful? The lane departure system was weird and distracting, and I would turn it off full-time if it were my car. The three litre engine is effortless, the gearbox smooth and performance is mighty thanks, to a colossal 516 lb ft of torque (more than the petrol V8). I wouldn’t bother with either of the 4 cylinder engines (petrol or diesel), as on the used market you don’t pay much more for six cylinders. Their power and refinement suits the car much better. And so to the caveat, which sadly applies in some measure to all Land Rover products: build quality. Range Rovers don’t rust or blow their head gasket like they used to, but they do still have electrical gremlins that Japanese and German rivals don’t. This particular car has suffered from a sat-nav screen that goes wappy, Bluetooth that refuses to recognise your phone (that the car won’t even charge unless you ask very nicely) and a digital radio that would have pushed me to justifiable homicide by now. When you select a different station, it insists on then playing a snippet of all stations in between. Madness! And yet I forgive it everything, because of those looks. Could you?

Range Rover Velar, 2017 What to pay: £40k for a 2018 model, 13k miles

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Small traders make it big at Gloucester Rd book launch AS part of the launch of Colin Moody’s new book, The Great Bristol High Street - Glorious Gloucester Road, the author hosted an exhibition of photographs on two billboards by The Arches on Cheltenham Road. The aim was to showcase some of the amazing traders that make the stretch of road such an important independent street. Working in cooperation with Bristol based media owner, Out Of Hand, the billboards feature Colin's portraits of local traders. Colin Moody says: “The book I have made celebrates the people of Gloucester Road: the shoppers and traders who make it the vibrant and thriving cornucopia of independent businesses that is home to one of the longest runs of independent shops in the UK. Nigel Muntz, Out Of Hand Commercial Director, comments: “As a local company, we are keen to support local causes and businesses. We can do this by making this advertising space that is traditionally dominated by national companies available to local businesses, who need all our support to survive at the moment.” The book was featured in the Henleaze and Westbury Voice this Spring in advance of its publication but all events had to be cancelled due to Covid. Colin was keen to do something positive

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with the local traders and draw attention to their strength which has allowed many of them to keep going and support each other, their street and their community. The Great Bristol High Street - Glorious Gloucester Road is supported by Visit Bristol and available to buy locally at Room 212 and Bristol CoLab on Gloucester Road, independent bookshops and online.

Choral Society's first CD BRISTOL Choral Society is hosting an online event on Zoom to celebrate the release of its first recording of works for choir, piano and percussion with classical label Delphian. Musical director Hilary Campbell will be joined by Judith Weir, Master of the Queen's music and composer of the disc’s title piece ‘The Big Picture’ on October 23 from 19.30 - 21.00. They will play extracts from the album, which includes music by Weir, McDowall and Chilcott, and interviews with composers and performers. It is all crisp, exciting and evocative music, and represents a new departure for the choir, moving into the recording world. The event ticket price of £16.76 includes a copy of the CD, which was recorded in January 2020 at St George’s, Bristol. To get a ticket (including the CD posted to you) see: www. eventbrite.co.uk/e/bristol-choralsocietys-the-big-picture-cdlaunch-event-cd-included-tickets-117884484667

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n NEWS ROOM 212 has used Lockdown productively to have a clear out and create a new gallery space on Gloucester Road. This gives an opportunity to explore different themes and showcase guest artists. Eva Watkins has just graduated from the University of the West of England achieving a First Class BA(Hons) in Photography. She specialises in analogue portrait and documentary photography, seeking to demonstrate the relationship between her subject and their surroundings. Her main inspiration has come from groups of people who pursue a more different approach to life, working collaboratively with them, and building a relationship. Her work in the UWE graduation show at Alchemy 198 really stood out to owner Sarah Thorp, so when she saw that Eva had won an award for her recent photo series of Bristol synchronised swimmers https://shutterhub.org.uk/ announcement-the-newspaper-

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TUESDAY n The Arts Society Bristol welcomes new members. Lectures on a wide range of arts related subjects are given by specialists in their own field and will be delivered by internet until we are able to resume meeting at Redmaids' High School, Bristol BS9 3AW. The lecture on 13 October at 8pm is on "Prehistoric Potters". For more information visit our website www. theartssociety-bristol.org.uk

n Bishop Road Community Choir are currently meeting online via Zoom on Wednesdays at 8pm for half an hour. If you would like to join us please use the following link: https://us04web.zoom.us/j/7 2808721853?pwd=YzFtb3ZCN0Rk NWlReW9kdUR2dkxuUT09. If you would like further information or help accessing rehearsals contact us via email on bishoproadchoir@ gmail.com.

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Protect yourself from flu this winter THE UK’s topmost Human Disease National Risk remains a Flu Pandemic. New and Emerging Infectious Diseases, i.e. COVID, was second. Why? Experts agree there is a high probability of another influenza pandemic occurring. It’s impossible to forecast exact timing. The World Health Organisation estimates that between 2 -7.4 million deaths may occur globally. Half of the UK population may become infected, with between 50,000 and 750,000 deaths that would otherwise not have occurred. You must have guessed where I am going now – yes, it is time to roll up and get the flu jab but with a sense of urgency and duty. Having your flu vaccination is also now an essential part of our fight against Covid-19. Having a spike in respiratory illness caused by influenza will bring everything to breaking point. We must never forget Flu kills an average of 8,000 people every year in the UK. While we await a Covid-19 Vaccine, and we do not yet know how the Covid-19 virus will react with other seasonal viruses that are

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THE Bristol interior design community is made up of heavyweight talents of which Jacky Puzey is just one. An eminent textile artist exhibiting all over the UK and internationally, Jacky specialises in contemporary bespoke machine embroidery and her work is, simply put, stunning. with interior Following a career spanning fine art, photography, costume designer and pattern cutting, Jacky gained Zoe a PhD in Fashion, Textiles & Visual Culture and honed her production Hewett methods and signature style. Jacky uses textiles that are certified safe by the Oeko-Tex standard and is motivated by “the love of design, and the sustainability of the production of unique, loved pieces last much longer as everyone is more involved and invested in their creation.“ It is quite a process to get from initial design research and sketches to creating digitally produced artwork files that are then embroidered using specialist computerised machinery. Often using animals as motifs, the finished results are a combination of printed velvets, sheer organzas and intricate embroidery, sometimes with feathers and fur too which add a tantalising three dimensionality. The overall effect is rich, intricately detailed, and with sumptuous colour palettes lends itself well to the luxury end of interior design. Working largely on a commission basis Jacky produces embroidery for a range of applications from upholstery fabrics to decorative, silky art panels and wall coverings. If you’d like a smaller scale piece of these luxurious furnishings there are limited edition cushions available. To commission Jacky or further browse her wonderful work visit https:// jackypuzey.com Zoe Hewett is founder of Stylemongers Of Bristol interior design studio. www.stylemongersofbristol.co.uk

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