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Alder Hey staff and children love their new £237m home By JESSICA ARNELL The impressive £237m Alder Hey in the Park hospital, has today opened its doors after the unveiling last week. Around 120 patients, 3,000 staff and equipment have been moved along a purpose-built covered walk way over a fiveday period that ended yesterday. The move was meticulously planned. It involved 12 teams including clinicians, porters and volunteers to ensure a safe and smooth move for patients and families. Many parents have been eagerly anticipating the move. Carla Livesey, mother of an Alder Hey patient, said: “My son spends a lot of time in Alder Hey. The new hospital is amazing, he will be receiving the best care using the best equipment. The new rooms will mean he will be comfortable and I will be able to be there with him every step of the way.”
Emergency services continued to operate throughout the move and from the early hours of Sunday, use of the Emergency Department at Alder Hey in the Park began. The new hospital, which took ten years of planning and two years of construction, was partly designed by children. Among its features are greater facilities for families, including 270 en-suite rooms, 16 digitally-enhanced operating theatres, green spaces and play areas. An indoor tree-house, outdoor play decks with a relaxation garden and interactive screens in patient waiting areas are all new features. Erin McCulloch, a volunteer in the Oncology department, said: “The new hospital will make a difference to all the patients. The facilities such as play stations and play areas have been updated. Play is a very important part of recovery as it is often used to distract children, we find it helps with their recovery.”
NOW OPEN: Alder Hey’s new look (above) boasts brand new equipment and activities for patients (right) Alongside the hospital, an innovative Research and Education Centre has been built. This will place Alder Hey and Liverpool as a national and international leader in the development of safer and more effective medicines for children and young people.
The hospital is now located in Springfield Park, next to the existing site. Alder Hey’s old buildings will be demolished and replaced by parkland, leaving the new hospital sitting in the heart of the park with views of green space from every patient’s window.
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City pays tribute to fallen dad-of-two By LEWIS PRICE
Tributes have flooded in paying respect to fallen hero PC David Phillips after he died in the line of duty on Monday morning. PC Phillips, 34, who joined the Merseyside Police force in 2006, now leaves behind a wife and two daughters. Donation pages have also been set up to raise money for PC Phillips’ family. By Tuesday, the fund had raised £5000 which is set to increase over the next coming days. One anonymous contributor said: “It’s always tragic to lose a
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member of the Police family in such terrible circumstances. My thoughts and prayers are with PC Phillips’ family, friends and colleagues at this difficult time.” Messages of support and sympathy have been sent in from all over the nation through social media. Labour MP for Wallasey and shadow secretary of the state, Angela Eagle, took to twitter and said that she was “shocked to hear about the incident and that her thoughts are with the officer’s family.” Former British racing car driver, Nigel Mansell, tweeted: “So sad to read about PC Phillips fine officer doing his job. Heart goes out to his wife and two daughters.” Nick Rutter tweeted: “@MerseysidePolice Deepest sympathy and sincere condolences to family, colleagues and friends of PC David Phillips.” Peter Singleton, Chair of Merseyside Police Federation, also paid tribute to PC Phillips and described him as a “dedicated husband and father.” He added: “I have spoken to Dave’s colleagues in the early hours of this morning and they are understandably devastated by this loss. This is a desolate day
Night buses to to be trialled By CHRISTY BIGGAR
Cross-Mersey night buses are to return to Liverpool, running throughout the night to Wirral and Chester after they were axed six months ago. The bus company Stagecoach will trial this service from Sir Thomas Street in the city centre. This is great news for those who work late night in the city centre. Eiliscia Downie-Ntemo, 21, works in a Liverpool pub, and struggled when the bus service was suspended. She said: “It means I don’t have to argue with my boss anymore trying
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TRAGIC: Messages of support have been flooding in for PC Phillips’ family © Merseyside Police for Merseyside Police.” Floral tributes have also been placed alongside the road where PC Phillips died by members of the public, colleagues and family members. An emotional Jane Kennedy, Merseyside Police and Crime Commissioner, appeared at a press conference on Monday and said: “I know I speak for people across Merseyside when I say my thoughts and deepest sympathies are with PC David Phillips
family, his friends and their colleagues during this time.” A book of condolence has been opened at Wallasey Town Hall, Brighton Street for members of the public to support for the
fallen hero and his family. He is the first police officer to be killed whilst on duty for Merseyside Police since 1981 when PC Raymond Davenport died in Liverpool City Centre.
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to avoid late night shifts. I was working all day just to pay for my taxi home.” Merseytravel said there were fewer than four people per service during the week and fewer than six at weekends. This trial comes four days after Delta Taxis introduced a new payment rule to tackle passengers absconding. Passengers must now pay for journeys over £20 before they travel. Jessica Hobley, 22 said: “Now we have our freedom back to stay in Liverpool as long as we want, it’s great especially for events like Halloween and Christmas.”
By AMBER PRITCHARD Christmas has come early for burger lovers across Merseyside. The cult-like American burger chain, Five Guys, is set to open in the city centre before the tinsel is up. The popular fast food restaurant has two branches in Manchester, making Liverpool its third outlet in the North West. It will take the place of the old Rat and Parrot building in Queen Square, which is currently under a £1 million refurbishment turning it into a leisure and retail centre. Five Guys was founded by Jerry Murrell in the USA, 1986, the name pays homage to his five sons who help run the company since their would-be college fund was invested in the hamburger shop. The website boasts you can order a burger any 250, 000 possible ways. Along with their fresh, there hand cut chips, milkshakes and much, much more.
400 police jobs at risk By CHARLOTTE MANN
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SHOW TIME: Liverpool’s iconic Philharmonic Hall is throwing open its doors on Friday evening to invite the public to drop in ahead of the re-opening of its new venue Music Room. The Music Room, built as part of a £13.8m refurbishment of the Hope Street building, is a home for emerging Liverpool artists, and a new space for city festival events. © Samwalton9/Wikimedia
Merseyside police have been issued a warning about the future of 400 policing jobs. PCSOs and the mounted section face the axe as part of the next £20m budget cuts. In total 364 PCSOs face the cuts as well 21 police officers, a final decision will not be made until February 2016. Police Crime Commissioner Jane Kennedy warned these may not be the only departments at risk, more than 900 jobs are also in jeopardy. Further savings of £70m need to made over the next four years, Petitions have been set up as a way to help save the police community support officers in Merseyside. Jaqueline Meade is supporting the Merseyside police by starting a petition. She said: “Crime rates will only go up, but with little amount of people to respond.” She also said: “Many people put their trust in PCSO’s more so than the police officers, who ultimately you will only see going past in a car and not on foot!” Since April 2011 over 1500 officers have lost their jobs in result of police cuts. To prevent more cuts the Merseyside police federation along with unions are getting involved.
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Energy experts in call for investment
By TIERNAN MCGEE
Liverpool is hosting the UK’s largest renewable energy event with more than 3,000 delegates from across the world attending the three-day conference at the Echo Arena. Kirby-born Chief Executive for RenewableUK, Maria McCaffery, was proud to have the exhibition held in her home city of Liver-
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pool to mark the 37th annual conference. She said: “The people of Merseyside have a great reputation for making visitors feel at home, so I am confident that this year’s event will be a memorable occasion”. Over 120 companies will be showcasing their renewable energy technologies. Siemens Power Transmission Engineer, Nigel Platt explained what their new £50 million off-shore power station model provides for investors. He said: “The high-voltage sub-station is designed to save weight and material costs for developers. “The virtual reality model explores Siemens’ new design and safety assessments, we’re showing our renewable technology and the connections made to the National Grid from using wind energy.” RenewableUK’s latest report, “Wind Energy in the UK” was unveiled in Liverpool yesterday morning. The new study discovered wind now generates 10% of the nation’s electricity needs. This powers the equivalent of more than eight million British homes, businesses and factories. Overall, 25% of the UK’s electricity is now generated from renewable sources. Mr Platt believes the Government needs to invest more into the UK’s renewable energy industry. He claimed: “There needs to be a balance in the different sources of energy used in the country and that renewable energy has an important part to play. Renewable energy produces low
The petition to save the Yew Tree church in West Derby has 1000 of the 1500 required signatures. The church is in danger of being bulldozered due to a lack of priest working in the St Dominics Parish. Clair Stokes, from Liverpool, signed the petition and wrote: “5 generations of my family are laid to rest near to the chapel... It is an important landmark for the local community.” Eleanor Maria Connell, the woman responsible for the petition is hoping for more media coverage to give the campaign a boost so they can reach the required signatures.
By STEPHANIE SWEENEY REVOLUTIONARY: Virtual reality technology was used to showcase the new Siemens’ sub-station, which will harness the power of the wind. ©Tiernan McGee carbon dioxide emissions. The Government needs to look more into this form of energy generation.” Companies from across the world are now focusing on Europe as their main targets for investment in renewable energy. DNDE Inc., a South Korean engineering company that specialises in wind energy has agreed on Europe’s interests as they showcased Liverpool their designs for “mini-wind turbines” that will replace street lights and produce its own running electricity.
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Another study by RenewableUK has shown that the UK has invested £1.25 billion in wind energy and is currently ranked sixth in the world for this use of renewable energy source. Maria McCaffery said: “We hope this report will serve as a wake-up call to the Government, proving that the wind industry is delivering a substantial amount of clean power, investment and jobs to Britain. “The Government has yet to set out its long term plan for energy policy.”
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Tom Marshall of Netherley Fishing. Pic © The Royal Liverpool and Broadgreen University Hospital Trust er lifestyles. “This funding will support 10 fishing trips for 50 young people aged from nine to 22. Without funding like this we simply couldn’t operate and I’d like to thank Carillion and the Trust.” This is the second year that funding from the Royal Sustainable Communities programme has supported local community groups, with 19 groups being backed in 2014. Simon Webb, Carillion’s managing director at the new hospital project, said: “The new Royal project isn’t just about building
By RYAN JONES
Cycling Fundraiser returns home
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Community fishing group Students should not receives Royal funding blow their loans
More than 30 local community groups that promote a healthy lifestyle have been given an early Christmas present by the New Royal Liverpool Hospital’s Sustainable Communities programme. The recipients of the grants are the winning submissions to the Liverpool Community Fund, set up by Carillion and the trust as part of the deal for the new Royal hospital. The fund will provide £100,000 over three years to local organisations supporting healthy living, community improvement and education. Among the successful bids this year was the Netherley Valley Youth Angling Project. The group uses angling trips to work with socially-excluded young people in Netherley and Belle Vale to encourage healthy lifestyles and improve self-esteem. Tom Marshall from the project said: “We work in a deprived and isolated area supporting kids though activities to broaden their horizons, experience new things and give them a fresh outlook to help promote healthi-
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a state of the art hospital with the latest healthcare facilities. It is about working with the local community to establish a lasting legacy that builds better lives for generations to come.” Ian Stenton, head of sustainability at the Royal, said: “Supporting the local community is an instrumental part of the new Royal project. Together with Carillion and Liverpool Community Volunteer Service we are supporting some inspirational organisations that are helping to improve the health and opportunities for local people.”
The academic calendar is only just under way but some students may already be well on the way to spending their whole university funding loan. In fact, one in six young people will have blown the entirety of their advance by the end of the first month, according to a survey carried out by discount website, VoucherCodes.co.uk. Lynne Condell, the Student Funds Manager at LJMU, warns students can become gripped by “a feast or famine mentality” when they receive the loan payment. Ms Condell said: “For most students it’s the first time they have had to budget their money and it can be a challenge. It’s a skill which has to be learned like cooking or riding a bike.” Lynne encourages students to budget, setting out how much they need for rent, food and other basics before discovering what will be left for non-essential items. She added: “Take control of your money before your money takes control of you.” Psychology student Caroline-Alexandria Moore, 23, ad-
mits how thrilling it was to feel so flush with cash. She said: “I remember the first day I got my loans in my bank account. I’ve never had that much money in my entire life, it was so exciting. I instantly bought everything I ever wanted. Tattoos, hair appointments, a new laptop, camera and even a brand new acoustic guitar. “It was a new outfit every night, pre-drinks, club entry fees, then more drinks. Within two months I had nothing left and it hit me really hard.” Forensic Science student Abigail Charlton, 22, explained how difficult it was after blowing through her funds, telling JMU Journalism: “Struggling with money gave me unneeded stress and anxiety issues. I regret not saving my loan, but it taught me life lessons on how to budget and shop around for the things I wanted.” LJMU’s Health and Wellbeing centre at the Aldham Robarts Library holds regular drop-in sessions for any student in need of advice regarding finance or other issues which affect their university experience.
The fundraising ‘Cycling scouser’ has returned home Andrew Rogerson, a 29-yearold auto-electrician at the Jaguar Land Rover plant in Halewood, was welcomed back to Liverpool at the Pier Head by hundreds of supporters after an exhausting five months cycling 10,000 miles from Shanghai. He travelled through 17 different countries on his trek, including the extremely remote Silk Road in Kazakhstan, where he did not see another person for days. This was all in aid of Anthony Nolan Trust, a blood cancer charity, raising over £18,000 for them so far. He will be welcomed back to his workplace on Friday, but he is already thinking of his next adventure, rowing across the Atlantic Ocean
Space for thought
By CHRISTY BIGGAR
Merseyside’s empty spaces are soon to be filled when BBC Radio Merseyside presents a series of commissions from a variety of local musicians. The artists were invited to choose spaces which are empty, abandoned, or forgotten, including the Futurist Cinema. The midnight Popular Music Show, PMS, will broadcast original music from the bands and artists, each in response to the location. The project, Music For Empty Spaces, is six months in the making. According to the main presenter Roger Hill, it is a response to how the city treats its buildings and public places. He added: “Some of the artists have used their commission to address these issues. But others are celebrating places in which they have a personal interest.” The music will be broadcast as a special feature on PMS on November 1st. The tracks may also be made downloadable or streamed so that people can enjoy them in appropriate locations. Although the pieces have so far been commissions anyone still wishing to submit music for the project can contact the programme.
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Radio one student tour signs in to city By EMILY CURREN
The Radio One Student Tourcame to Liverpool yesterday with Scott Mills and Chris Stark broadcasting live from the Paul McCartney Auditorium at LIPA. This week the radio hosts are presenting their show live in front of audiences of mostly university students, who make up the majority of the station’s listeners. Other hosts such as Nick Grimshaw, who studied at the University of Liverpool in his student days, will also be making an appearance along the way to take part in the show’s regular features like Innuendo Bingo. The tour will be continuing this week at Harper Adams University, Aberystwyth University and the University of Southampton.
Station’s new name will be Capital By NATHAN BURGESS
Juice FM will relaunch as Capital Liverpool, Global Radio has announced. The station will be available early in the New Year. The independent station, previously owned by UTV, was bought by Global Radio in June for a fee of around £10m and they are now the dominant radio company in the North West. Official completion of the sale is expected to be concluded tomorrow.
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By JESSICA BOND The life-changing work of guide dogs is in the spotlight thanks to a special week of events to raise awareness of leading charity The Guide Dogs for the Blind Association. Guide Dogs started 84 years ago in the Wirral and works to help blind or partially sighted people experience freedom of movement with a guide dog. Guide Dogs kick-started awareness week with a projection on the iconic Liver Building displaying the hashtag #LetsGlow, following this year’s theme: Glow for Guide Dogs. Running until Sunday October 11th, Guide Dogs Week is aiming to raise £1million, their biggest target yet. To help reach their goal, Guide Dogs will be holding street collections in the city centre on Friday between 11am and 4pm, where people of all ages come together and learn about each other’s stories. Among those taking part is Becky Clarke, 23, from Liverpool. Becky and her guide dog, Hattie, are volunteering for Guide Dog Week and will be attending events happening around Merseyside. Becky said: “People often think standing on the street with a bucket isn’t for them but then they get involved and love it.” Today, The Guide Dogs for the Blind Association have released a video about Becky’s
story on their Twitter and Facebook page. The video shows moving art as Becky speaks over it, sharing how she lost her sight. Raising awareness of this issue is important because there are still people who don’t understand guide dogs, she says. A incident happened recently where Becky was refused access to a taxi and was left stranded on the side of the road. Becky’s life has transformed since finding Hattie, she said: “Before Hattie I was just existing, but now I can really live.” Full details of all this week’s activities are available on the Guide Dogs website and social media, including two doggie tea parties on Thursday and Saturday at the Three Greyhounds pub, Allstock, Cheshire. Guide Dogs also wants to encourage people to host their own events, such as a coffee morning or a fancy dress day at work. Yesterday Becky and Penny Williams, a Guide Dogs engagement officer, went to the launch of the first talking bus in Liverpool. The bus ran from Liverpool Airport to the city centre and a ceremony was held to celebrate this huge step forward. Penny Williams, said: “We hope to continue to make life, changing partnerships like Becky and Hattie.”
Bid to help us drink less but enjoy more By NATHAN BURGESS
A new campaign has been launched in an attempt to cut down on party goers drinking excessively in the city’s bars and pubs. ‘Drink Less Enjoy More’ is a joint campaign run by Liverpool City Council, Merseyside Police, CitySafe and Liverpool NHS Clinical and is aimed mostly at 18 to 30 -year -olds. Anyone serving a drink to a customer who is clearly too drunk, or anyone purchasing a drink for someone who is clearly
too drunk runs the risk of being handed a fine of up to £1000. Around 50% of violent crimes are related to alcohol consumption and the campaign is aiming to reduce that significantly to ensure the streets of Liverpool are safer at night and away from drunken violence. The news comes at the same time new student’s move to Liverpool for their first year of University. Freshers week is a time known for lots of alcohol and partying but students will have to be aware of the new campaign in place.
A total 75% of emergency calls made involving 18 to 30-yearolds are taken between midnight and 5am in the morning. A huge total of those calls are related to alcoholic incidents which have happened whilst on a drunken night out. Mayoral lead for Community Safety, Councillor Emily Spurrell, said: “Drinking excessively places a huge strain on public services such as the police, ambulance staff and hospitals. “We don’t want to stop people enjoying themselves and we are
not telling them not to drink. What we are saying is that by having less and not overdoing it you will have a better and safer night.” Club staff members will have to be on full alert whilst working late into the early hours of the morning to ensure they do not serve anyone who is too intoxicated. Getting caught red handed could result in licences being revoked. Sean Rotherham, 25, a barman from Liverpool, said: “I think binge drinking is a problem in
Liverpool and it’s good to see that something is being done about it. I’ve refused to serve customers in the past many times because they have been way too drunk. It just wouldn’t feel right if I knew something bad had happened to one of those people I had served.” He also added: “I think the fines that have been put in place will really help crack down on the issue and staff members across the city will definitely have to keep their wits about. I certainly wouldn’t want a £1000 fine”
Liverpool SU targets student safety By SAM DAVIES Liverpool Student Union has launched its first Student Safety Week, with events across various university campuses and social media activities planned. On Monday, union representatives were at Liverpool John Moores Byrom Street campus offering safety hints and tips to students. The SU team vistited the LJMU campus on Tithebarn Street on Tuesday, before heading to Redmonds today, IM Marsh on Thursday and then returning to Byrom Street on Friday. The SU is also promoting two other initiatives which aim to discourage people from drinking too much alcohol. The Royal Life Saving Society’s ‘Don’t Drink and Drown’ campaign and Liverpool City Council’s ‘Drink Less Enjoy
More’ were both launched in the past week. Lorraine Sebastian-Francois, President of Liverpool Student Union, said: “Alongside this, we have our own social media planned, giving students tips and advice on staying safe in the city, in conjunction with our citywide stakeholders. “We’ll also be promoting tips around student safety in the city, while promoting the fact that Liverpool is one of the safest cities in the UK to live and study in.” Over the weekend purple flags were flown from the Town Hall, Chavasse Park and a number of bars and restaurants as part of the Purple Flag programme, which celebrates Liverpool’s status as a safe and well managed city. Despite being recognised as
one of the safer cities in the United Kingdom, Liverpool attracts thousands of students each year who continue to be vulnerable to burglaries and violence. Although the initiative only lasts a week, the Liverpool SU team will be on hand throughout the year to offer their support. Lorraine added: “Outside the Student Safety Week we do a lot in terms of student safety. Aisling Davis, our Vice President Community Engagement officer, meets regularly with Student Advice and Wellbeing and other agencies in the city to speak about student safety. “We also have the Interactive Safety House on campus during the week and will be speaking to students ensuring they’re keeping their home safe.” In addition to this the SU is relaunching its Hate Crime Sup-
port Service, where support will be given to victims and witnesses to hate crime alike.
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Panto reveals its star cast
By STEPHANIE SWEENEY
An all-star cast gave a preview of this classic Christmas pantomime at the Epstein Theatre. Calum Best, son of football legend George Best, has the role of Prince Charming. Alongside him, Beryl Marsden will be starring as The Fairy Godmother. The cast also includes Grease Is the Word’s Alison Crawford, Lesley Butler as the Wicked Stepmother and Michael Chapman and Tom Burroughs as the Ugly Sisters. Lewis Pryor stars as Buttons and Chris Barton plays Prince Charming’s right hand man, Dandini. Producer Lee Kelly said: “I am so excited about our Panto this year, we have a really strong cast and sales already beating last year’s figures, I firmly believe this will be one of our ‘Best’, Speaking at the launch, Calum revealed that it will be the first time he has ever starred in panto. he said: “This is a totally new experience for me as I grew up in Los Angeles where we don’t have pantos,” admitted Calum. “But it seemed a really fun thing to do. I am so excited. I love Liverpool and the people of Liverpool so I thank Lee for having me in his panto.” Cinderella runs from 10th Dec 2015 –3rd Jan 2016 Tickets: £19 adults/£17 concession/£66 familySpecial opening night offer: All seats £10.50
Steph is on the mend
By JESSICA ARNELL Reality TV star, Stephanie Pratt, is set to visit Liverpool this week, despite being hospitalised recently after a spider bite left her temporarily paralysed. After the nasty incident in London, Pratt was unable to move the left hand side of her face, but she is now on the mend. She is set to attend Liverpool’s St Johns Shopping Centre’s student #ShopSocial event on Wednesday night, with opportunities to say hello and take selfies with the American star of shows such as Made in Chelsea, Celebrity Big Brother and The Hills. Pratt is expected to head to the stage at St Johns around 7:30pm to meet shoppers and sign autographs. Liverpool’s Juice FM will be live in the shopping centre, with weekend DJ Liam Hinks on the decks. Students will also be offered the chance to win a trip to Amsterdam.
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Statues of the Beatles could be installed on the waterfront after a planning application was submit.The Cavern Club is willing to pay £200,000 for the bronze boys to be walking across the Pier Head that they would donate to the city. The music heroes will be on show near Brunswick Street and in front of the Three Graces.
Fans to celebrate Lennon’s birthday
By AMBER PRITCHARD
Liverpool is ready to celebrate what would have been John Lennon’s 75th birthday this friday. The ‘Imagine’ singer’s musical talent was nurtured by his Aunt Mimi who he lived with from the age of four when his parents separated. She taught him to play the piano and banjo, even bought him his first guitar. The explosion of Elvis Presley onto the rock scene sparked Lennon’s 16-year-old self to create the skiffle band, named after his school, the Quarry Men. Once meeting Paul McCartney at a church fete in 1957 and joining the band, they became one of the most successful songwriting duos in musical history. With the addition of George Harrison, Stuart Sutcliffe and
Pete Best the following year, the band became The Beatles. Rising to fame once Brian Epstein discovered them at Liverpool’s very own Cavern Club in 1961 he became their manager. Then introducing Ringo Starr to the group creating the band which has become indented in the city’s culture. Over the years The Beatles became recognised worldwide for their hits ‘ A Hard Days Night’ in 1964, and ‘Help!’ in 1965. When their manager, Epstein, suddenly died after an overdose of sleeping pills in 1967 The Beatles took a huge blow. Soon after Lennon left to band due to tension rising within the group caused by his relationship with second wife Yoko Ono. The married couple went on to create their own form of Peace Corporation and recorded songs under the name ‘The Plastic Ono band’. 1975 was the year Sean Lennon was born, on his father, John’s, 35th birthday. Only five years later he was shot dead outside his New York apartment by a young deranged fan, Mark Chapman. This Friday the city will come together to show their love and appreciation for the great musician who would have been celebrating his 75th birthday. Paying homage to John’s passion to fight food poverty, Can
Cook studio of Garston will be creating a special chocolate birthday cake. Julia Baird, John’s sister, is working in partnership with The Beatles Story attraction to launch a campaign called ‘Imagine no food poverty’. She said: “When John was young, it was war time and food was scarce so our family used to save up our chocolate rations so that when John’s birthday was coming up we could make him his favourite chocolate cake.” The unveiling of the cake will be part of a special ceremony at The Beatles story, 11am this Friday. With the cake being auctioned off raising money for the campaign. There will also be chocolate brownies sold in his name, around cafes and shops in Liverpool from here on out, each sale will help give towards a meal for someone in poverty. The international hit show ‘Let It Be’ will return to its spiritual home in this city for a run of five weeks at the newly refurbished Royal Court Theatre. The first play will run the day before what would have been John’s birthday. Promoter Jeff Parry said: “Let It Be is helping to keep the music of the Beatles alive throughout the world and I’m honoured to be bringing the show back here.” The Hard Day’s Night hotel will
WISE WORDS: © Amber Prithcahrd also hold a commemorative Afternoon Tea, where you can be surrounded by Beatles artefacts, including books, pictures and poems. It will include chocolate cake and John’s favourite cocktail a brandy Alexander. Finally the sold out concert at The Cavern Club will feature his first band, the Quarrymen, along with other resident bands. The tribute will take the audience on a journey of his musical life from
the early days of the Beatles up until and including his solo career. As part of celebrations taking place, those around the world are being encouraged to use social media to mark the musical icon’s birthday with a hashtag ‘#JL75’ on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram. More information is available at: http://www.visitliverpool. com/jl75
Protestors take to the streets to save the elephants and the rhinos By CHRISTY JADE BIGGAR
Protestors took to the streets of Liverpool this weekend to raise awareness of the elephant and rhinoceros poaching industry. The campaign, ‘March for Elephants and Rhinos’ started as a result of the vast drop in population of the endangered animals due to poaching for the ivory trade. Julie Wilkinson, a protester standing at the front of the march, said: “It’s so important that we take part. Over 24,000 elephants and rhinos were killed last year as a result of poaching. Today is all about getting the message out, we will be their voice.” The march began at St Luke’s bombed-out church, finishing at the Queen Victoria monument in Derby Square. Protestors wearing blood red marched and chanted: “Stop the greed! Stop the poaching! Ban the ivory trade!” as hundreds of people in Church Street stopped to watch. Last year’s march saw over 300 people take to the streets of the city centre, and this year the support was even greater.
ANGRY: Protestors in the City Centre
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Reds and Blues unite for city food By MICHAEL HENRY
Liverpool and Everton fans have combined forces to create an initiative in the hope of increasing the number of items being donated to the city’s food banks. The initiative was created by The Everton Supporters Trust and Spirit of Shankly Liverpool Supporters Union after the increasing need for food banks in the city became evident. The campaign aims to encourage supporters from either
team to bring any spare items of food to the game, which can then be donated to a local food bank via one of the six drop off points within the stadium. From there, the food will be distributed to those most in need by foodbanks from across the city. The growing issue of hungry residents within the city of Liverpool has been highlighted, and the city was recently labelled as the ‘food bank capital of the UK’. This hasn’t gone unnoticed by the two sets of supporters, who have
teamed up to give what they can back to the community. The two groups released a joint statement, which said: “We have tens of thousands of supporters coming to both grounds on a weekly basis and are asking them to bring food to any of the specified drop off points. It is vitally important we help the neighbourhoods around the grounds we gain so much from by giving something tangible back to those most in need.”
Spirt of Shankly media director James McKenna was excited by the prospect and promised that it wouldn’t be a one-off. He said: “It’s an incredible cause and it was actually the idea of one of our members, Ian Byrne. The Everton Supporters Trust were on board immediately and from there it was on us to get it started. It certainly is something we want to continue and we know that the initiative will be running again for sure against Manchester United at Goodison
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FOGGY: Bad weather at the weekend.
Intense storm is ready to blow By CHRISTY JADE BIGGAR
The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for Merseyside from today. The Met Office stated: “Parts of the warning area are likely to see heavy showers. It will be slow-moving as well as intense in some regions, with possibility of 15mm or more in less than an hour.” This is the second yellow weather warning in four days, after dense fog rolled this past weekend causing low visibility and disruption to Liverpool John Lennon Airport.
United in support of Mental Health Week By JESSICA BOND
Liverpool will be making a special effort for World Mental Health Day this Saturday with a whole range of events happening in Liverpool, centered around Williamson Square. World Mental Health Day supports an issue that for Liverpool is very close to home. It is estimated that 26% of the Liverpool population have mental health difficulties every year, such as depression, anxiety, stress and panic. Activities include a performance-led discussion at the Everyman theatre, a pets and pals walk in Sefton Park and a film night at FACT, all completely free. This day is celebrated in more than 100 countries to raise awareness for those who suffer with mental health issues and to challenge the stigma that surrounds it. The theme for 2015 is dignity.
People who struggle with mental health can often be treated poorly by friends, family and colleagues, which can result in lowconfidence and social isolation. Therefore this year the day has a significant emphasis on treating people with the respect and dignity they deserve. It has been reported that students are at high risk of mental health issues, with a rise in demand for counselling at University. Liverpool is also offering a whole host of workshops throughout the week for people to come and share their stories. If you suffer from mental health problems and need someone to talk to, please call the NHS helpline on 0300 5000 927. For more information about events this week, please visit the Liverpool mental health website. http://www.liverpoolmentalhealth.org/liverpool-worldmental-health-day-2015-fullprogramme/
HEALTH DIFFICULTIES: World Mental Health Day hopes to remove the stigma over depression, social anxiety, stress and other mental health problems
FACT to showcase the best of international cinema in October By LEWIS PRICE
CINEMA: Modern European Cinema
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Three international films are set to be screened at Liverpool’s FACT in October as part of Contemporary Balkan Cinema’s Cultural Identity and Memory collection. The collection has been introduced thanks to a partnership between Liverpool’s FACT (Foundation for Art and Creative Technology) and LJMU’s Screen School. The partnership aims to establish links with cultural institutions in the community
and create a broader community for learning and knowledge beyond formal education. Including films from Kosovo, Bulgaria and Croatia, the movies will attempt to capture a fresh outlook on contemporary culture in the Balkans and its relationship with the past, and it is running in conjunction with Shona Illingworth’s installation Lesions in the Landscape. Dr Lydia Papadimitriou,
Reader in Film Studies said: “Collaborations with institutions such as FACT offer an excellent opportunity for academics to share our expertise with the wider public.” “We, in the Screen School and Film Studies, aim to develop such links further and complement the already excellent contributions of Liverpool Art School in this regard.” She added. The three films include Three Windows.
UK’s first glow in the dark skate park By NATHAN BURGESS
The UK’s first glow-in-the-dark skate park has opened in Liverpool and to members of the public. Evertro, the new skate park, at Everton Park Action Sports HUB was designed by artist Koo Jeong A and designers Wheelscape Skateparks. Skaters, scooters BMX bikes and skateboards are all welcome. The complex has been painted with phosphorescent paint which illuminates at night and is part of
GLOWING: Evertro Liverpool’s newest attraction the Sports HUB which also features a training area and BMX track for keen skaters across the city.
The park is part of the scheme funded by the Liverpool City Council as a project to introduce five new wheel parks.
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BBC success for music lover Sam
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HANNAH ROGERS spoke to graduate Sam Fleet about life after LJMU and his journey to his own radio show
raduating from LJMU in July 2010 Sam Fleet never imagined that merely three years later he’d have his own regular slot on BBC Shropshire. His journalism career started at his college magazine, a far distant memory to the life he leads now co-presenting BBC Introducing in Shropshire. Sam really enjoyed English and had once hoped to complete a degree in the subject, but with his main goal being to get a job at the end of university, he turned to journalism. “With journalism I could learn more skills. I was very practical, it’s English that I can put to
work, it’s writing with a purpose as well that I like the idea of. You’ve got the basics and you go out and put it to work, that’s why I liked the idea of journalism.” After graduation, Sam began freelancing in his hometown of Shropshire, mainly for the local BBC studio where he had completed a month of work experience in the January of that year. “I used to be the guy setting up the music and equipment and it went from there. I started volunteering and helping them out on the technical side of things and it got to the point where I got really good at the technical stuff, the other presenters were moving on and they asked me if I wanted to do it.” He went on to present his show
I wouldn’t get anywhere without being polite, it’s the simplest thing but one of the most powerful things from a local music festival, which was headlined by Tinie Tempah, an experience he says was really exciting. But he’s easily pleased, saying that if him and his copresenter Jolon Kemp Walker have a good show every week (which they often do), that is exciting enough for him, claiming it as a good feeling and energy.
B CELEBRATIONS: Sam on his graduation day in July 2010.
ut it doesn’t stop at BBC Shropshire for him. He’s got his eye on a top role in the national office, sourcing music for the national BBC Introducing and moving into more music based journalism. Always looking to move upwards internally, he can’t stress how competitive it is. “It is tough. Everybody is ap-
What’s On MUSIC Chibuku day time party at Camp & Furnace Chibuku bring their day party once again to the Camp & Furnace. Doors open at 2 and close at 11 on October 17th. The line-up features the likes of Bonobo, DJ EZ, many more and a very special guest to be announced. Tickets range from £24.20(with a NUS Card)-£27.50 however second release tickets may be priced slightly higher.
FOOD & DRINK Oktoberfest Liverpool The world’s largest beer festival will be celebrated in Liverpool with the opening day of the occasion free to party goers. The five-day event will be held at Exchange Flags, in the heart of Liverpool’s City Centre. Traditional Bavarian beer, music and food will all be on offer to customers to make it really feel like a Munich Oktoberfest. Tickets range from £5-£44.
THEATRE Hairspray: The Musical at Livepool Empire
SUCCESS: Unfortunately the Oscar isn’t Sam’s, but BBC Shropshire offers lots of opportunities for the JMU graduate. plying for everything. There are jobs that everybody sees and they’re all going for it.” The skills that he learnt during his time on the JMU journalism course can help to give him the edge. Mainly identifying the industry standard software that is taught to the students, he says being able to tell employers you can use these programs is always a big plus. But confidence out in the field overrules everything. “If you can’t find a story because you’re scared of what they’re going to say, that’s not going to work in a job. Having that friendly approachable side of you and being able to be amiable in a stranger situation then you’ve got those tools that makes that person more likely to talk to you and give you the story.” It’s clear that he knows what it is that got him to where he is now, and his busy schedule is a testimony to his hard working attitude, but his most important piece of advice? “I wouldn’t get anywhere
The 2007 hit movie from Adam Shankman comes to the stage once again at Liverpool’s Empire Theatre. With eight productions over six days, families will be able to sit down and enjoy the feel good factor that is Hairspray The Musical.
COMEDY Jimmy Carr live at the Echo Arena Jimmy Carr, the 8 out of 10 Cats panel show host, brings his brand new comedy show ‘Funny Business’ to Liverpool with an additional date being added after popular demand. Tickets priced at £28
ARTS WWII photography exhibition at St. George’s A moving photographic exhibition hosted in the catacomb galleries will commemorate the allied war prisoners of WWII in war camps in North China. On show from 7th-15th November with free entry.
CHARITY EXCITING: Sam at the music festival last year where he hosted his show. without being polite, it’s the simplest thing but one of the most powerful things”.
Breakout Liverpool escape rooms The exciting escape room game is holding a charity evening, all proceeds made that night will go to the ‘Imagine if ’ trust. If you’d like to get involved contact Tom Baskerville on TomB@imagineiftrust.org
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Are you ready for the 5p bag charge? T
By BETH HUGHES
his week all Merseyside shoppers requiring a plastic bag will be charged 5p for each one they use. The English Government has passed a law from October 5th that requires all supermarkets and large stores to charge for bags. Similar charges have already been put in place in Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland. Gemma Green, 28, a Welsh resident said: “Here we have had the charge since 2011. It can be annoying when
you only have a few items. Unlike in England, the money goes to the Welsh Government, I’d rather it go to charities.”
WHY?
The Government aims to crack down on the amount of carrier bags currently used. Last year, UK shoppers took 7.6 billion carrier bags from major supermarkets. This is equivalent to 140 bags per person. A single-use carrier bag takes 1000 years to degrade. The bags are not only an eyesore when lit-
tered but also they are a danger to wildlife. Reece Thornley, President of the JMU Green Peace society said: “Plastic bags are notorious marine pollution pests that often get consumed by birds, fish, dolphins, whales and turtles that all mistake them for food. Reducing their use reduces the risk of causing them harm. It’s a small price consumers can pay to make a big difference.”
WHICH STORES WILL BE CHARGING FOR BAGS? Only retailers who have 250 or more employees will be expected to follow this law, however the Association of Convenience Stores is urging small businesses to start their own voluntary charging schemes.
HOW CAN I AVOID BEING CHARGED?
“BAGNESS”: The new 5p bag charge has caused confusion across the country.
Customers can bring their own bags while shopping to avoid charges. It is also advisable that shoppers take a thicker, more long lasting, ‘bag for life’, which are sold by most stores. Supermarkets such as Tesco, have been handing out ‘bags for life’ for customers to ease them into the new process. In 2011 Britain’s Environment Agency published a Life Cycle Assessment of Super-
Here’s what you said: “I think it’s awful. I wouldn’t pay for a bag, I bring my own now.” Jean Hanley, 83 “I don’t mind because 4p goes to charity, but I don’t like the 1p VAT because it goes to the government.” Liam McCully, 27
market arrier bags, which concluded that long-life bags have to be reused more than 100 times in the case of a cotton bag if they are to be environmentally, a better option than standard plastic carrier bags.
“It’s a good thing, but it shouldn’t be left to shops to decide if it goes to charity because they won’t do it.” George Mcgarvey, 65
WHERE DOES MY MONEY GO?
The proceeds will go to the retailers who are encouraged by the government to give to good causes. The donut-selling company Kripsy Kreme’s money collected from the bags will be going to a teenage cancer trust.
ARE THERE ANY EXCEPTIONS?
“It’s the government trying to get more money, it’s not the shops’ fault. It’s their way of decreasing landfill but I don’t see how it’s going to work” Sean Gilligan, 23
You will not be charged for plastic bags if you are buying: •Unwrapped blades such as knives, axes and razor blades •Prescription medicine •Unwrapped flowers and plants •Unwrapped ready to eat food
DOES THE CHARGE APPLY TO HOME DELIVERIES?
“It stops people wasting bags that aren’t biodegradable. It stops them being used if people don’t need them too.” Karen Hughes, 46
Most major supermarkets are charging 5p for bags used for home deliveries. However, some shops, such as Tesco, are offering a bagless delivery if customers don’t want to pay the bag charge.
Stoptober: Get busy, quit ciggies
By BETH HUGHES
Smokers across Merseyside are being urged to throw away their cigarettes and quit as part of Stoptober. The national campaign, now in its third year, encourages smokers to quit the habit for 28 days. Experts have found that if a smoker can go 28 days without a cigarette, they are five times more likely to stay permanently smoke- free. Last year it helped over 260,000 people in their attempt. This year, it has a celebrity backing from comedians Al Murray
(aka the Pub Landlord), Bill Bailey, Shappi Khorsandi and Rhod Gilbert. The comedians are all supporting the campaign due to their personal experiences of smoking and will be sending messages of support and encouragement straight to quitters’ phones and emails throughout October. Last year a survey revealed almost 23% of people living in Liverpool aged 18 or older are thought to be smokers, more than the English average of 18.4 %.
Lisa Williams, manager of the Roy Castle Lung Cancer Foundation’s FagEnds anti-smoking service, said: “Although we are higher than the average, we have found that in Liverpool we have reduced prevalence by 10% in the last 10 years. “The health benefits of quitting are endless, people who work with us find that they breathe more easily but it all depends on the individual.” After 10 years of quitting smoking the risk of lung cancer and heart attacks are halved. Liv-
erpudlians were diagnosed with lung and oral cancers more than anywhere else in the country between 2009 and 2011.The Roy Castle, Lung Cancer Foundation offers a range of services to help support quitters during Stoptober. They are hosting a range of support groups around the City to help smokers who are going cold turkey. They offer help, create a personalised smoke-free plan and they test each individual’s carbon monoxide levels so they can check the progress they have made.
Tom Bardsley, a John Moores Criminology Student recently decided to give up smoking after the death of one of his closest friends. Tom said: “This was the turning point that made me decide to give up smoking, I realised life is too short and I wanted to make the most of my life whilst I’m still young.” Although quitting the habit has been successful for Tom, he doesn’t agree with the campaign Stoptober. He said: “There is no point to
stop for one month, people will just start again when it’s over. If someone doesn’t have the willpower to quit without having a special month for it then there’s not much point in trying. If yougave up smoking 20 cigarettes a day after a month you could buy plane tickets to Barcelona. If you gave up smoking for 10 years you could afford to buy a brand new Audi A3.” Over half a million smokers are expected to sign up around the nation this year. Good luck Merseyside!
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Fashion Fever! FASHION FORWARD: Liverpool designers showcase their collections last year
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Liverpool’s creative collective are joining forces to bring a week of fashion-fuelled shows and presentations. Stephanie Sweeney spoke to designers and organisers to get the inside scoop on what we can expect for the upcoming season
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s ‘the big four’ of fashion weeks, New York, London, Milan and Paris are soon to draw their curtains until next year, Liverpool’s very own fashion week is yet to begin. Taking place from Monday 12th October- Thursday 15th, the ever-growing event is preparing for its sixth year and its biggest show to date. Expect diverse collections, fabrics and even music. This year’s annual show will have a nautical theme to tie in with the 100 years of Cunard, as Queen Victoria returned to Liverpool in May this year. They will take place between The Liner Hotel and the Marina Bar & Grill. There is set to be a nautical themed collection created by a local designer to open the weeklong celebration of local fashion. Liverpool is known to be a stylish and well-dressed city, so it does not come as much of a surprise that Liverpool fashion week is the biggest regional fashion week outside of London, accredited by major fashion magazines and outlets. Organiser Amanda Moss believes the
reason behind its success is simple. She says: “Liverpool people don’t bow to trends, we set them. We aren’t afraid to express ourselves and there’s no better way to do this than through fashion. I think we are followed all over the world because we try and strip away the snobbery that can be found in the industry.” She added about this year’s event: “I hope to shock, excite and thrill because that is what fashion is all about.”
intimidating and more accessible to everyone- offering style to suit all, regardless of their budget or size. This year, organisers have been keen to promote the hashtag ‘#inspirationnotthinspiration’ to encourage people to be confident and comfortable in their own skin. Skeletal models have been banned from taking part in the shows. One thing that’s clear, is that there is excitement to get the shows started, particularly
‘I would definitely recommend it to all new designers; it’s a great stepping stone!’ Many scouts, magazines, journalists and celebrities are expected to be in attendance this year. One of the aims of the show is to make fashion less
from the Director of the event, mum-of-six Amanda Moss. She is clearly passionate about what she does and what it brings for the designers, models and for
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CATWALK: Designs featured at last year’s Fashion Week the city. She said: “This year we are focusing heavily on emerging talent, people who you will expect to see on the fashion pages of the national magazines in years to come.” The busy mum and businesswoman feels strongly about supporting and championing emerging talent and encourages designers who may be apprehensive about starting out by giving them the boost they need. Young designer LeeAnne Kenny loved showcasing last year. She said: “I would definitely recommend it to all new designers, it’s a great stepping stone! I felt well taken care of by Amanda and her team throughout.” The nerves and excitement are kicking in for emerging designer, Victoria Reddington of Fashion Pony, will be showcasing her debut collection, ISAAC AVA, on the opening night. The young, independent womenswear designer from Leeds said: “I am hoping that my contemporary collection will
gain recognition at the show and spark interest as it has done for many other designers as they launch. It is a great platform to start from.”
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here have been many success stories stemming from Liverpool Fashion Week, including Ngolela Kabongo, an international fashion designer and stylist who participated last year and in 2013 as the opening designer. She flew in from America for the shows, and subsequently appeared in Vogue on both sides of the channel. She said “I won’t be participating this year, though hopefully I will next year! It was a lot of fun.” Amanda said: “Many designers have come from sewing in their bedrooms to starting up businesses and opening their own shops.” Amanda aims for her event to make a statement and have a positive impact. She has hit the headlines for various differ-
© JMU Journalism ent reasons over the years, and even made an appearance on This Morning last year. In 2012, she banned the famous ‘scouse brow’ from her shows, as well the signature ‘scouse bird’ look at the time. The following year she banned the use of sunbeds with support from Cancer Research UK, as Liverpool is often referred to as the ‘sunbed capital of the UK’. Last year, her theme, ‘family come first’ showcased clothing in response to the ban on term time holidays, arguing against parents receiving fines for taking their children on holidays during term times with the lure of cheaper prices. As the city braces itself for its biggest fashion event of the year, the message of promoting healthy body image must be remembered. Hopefully the show will continue to help girls accept the way they look and remove the expectations they are left with after seeing models on the catwalk at the other major fashion weeks.
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Va Va Voom your Veggies With Vegetarian Awareness Month kicking off this week, EMILY CURREN looks at the benefits of embracing your veggies...
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You might have noticed that World Vegetarian Day was trending on Twitter last Thursday and wondered ‘why is there a special day for vegetarians’? That is because the beginning of October means the start of Vegetarian Awareness Month, an initiative that aims to educate people about the benefits of eating less meat. According to Mintel research, one in eight British adults eat vegetarian or vegan diets. So why are so many people going cold turkey and saying no to meat? There are many reasons why people may choose to go vegetarian, from feeling bad about the conditions meat livestock are raised and butchered in, to simply just wanting to eat a little healthier. For 21-year-old Aimee Murphy, a student from London, her decision to change her diet came about recently when she starting to think about where her food was coming from: “The thought of consuming something that was once alive quickly started to put me off meat and I came to the conclusion that vegetarianism was the way forward for me”. Aimee says that she now replaces meat with other proteinrich foods: “I try to get as much protein in my diet as possible, but as I’m a really fussy eater it can sometimes be tricky. I eat a lot of nuts and fruit and veg. Some types of Quorn are quite good too, and veggie burgers are my favourite!” If you’re considering banning
the bacon or saying no to salami but aren’t sure where to start, People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) offer free starter packs to help guide you. This year alone they have had 28,357 requests from people wanting to know more about changing their diet, and their peak time for orders is around New Years, so there’s a potential idea for your next resolution! As for the ethical side of not eating meat, PETA spokesperson Sascha Camilli says: “Animals directly benefit from people not eating them. They often live truly miserable lives in horrible conditions prior to being slaughtered and if more people were vegetarian or vegan, less animals would be born into this horrific fate.” However, there are some minor drawbacks that come with changing to a vegetarian diet. Not eating iron-rich foods such as red meat can cause anaemia, especially in women. The most common sign of anaemia is feeling tired or having low energy, so it may not be noticed immediately. A simple way to combat this issue is to eat other foods that contain iron, such as fortified breakfast cereals, green leafy vegetables and enriched rice or pasta. So if you do decide to become vegetarian, make sure you keep up a balanced diet. Spokesperson for the Vegetarian Society, Su Taylor, says that becoming vegetarian may be challenging if you don’t know where to start, but there are plenty of options for you to consider cut-
ting down on meat gradually and in a healthy way: “If you don’t feel you can go veggie all at once, feel good about what you are doing to reduce the amount of meat and fish that you eat. Perhaps have a meat-free Monday once a week. It’s not difficult to be a vegetarian, but if you’ve eaten meat all your life it is different. You won’t be healthy if you just swap meat or fish with lots of dairy products.” Whilst you may love pulled pork too much to give it up, the statistics of how less meat in a person’s diet can benefit them may surprise you: for each serving of meat replaced with a vegetarian alternative there’s a 16-35% lower risk of diabetes. So compared with a health conscious meat-eater, a vegetarian man is likely to be 6 kilos lighter and vegetarians enjoy a 32% lower risk of heart disease. If any of this has inspired you, why not try being vegetarian for a month?
Hav eag Lentil & Chickpea Dahl o! Ingredients 1 brown onion 250g red split lentils 1 tin chopped tomatoes 1 can of chickpeas 1 large potato 1 tsp ginger 1 tsp turmeric 1 tsp cumin Coriander leaves, to taste Method •In a measuring jug, weigh out the lentils and cover them with boiling water. Keep adding hot water until the lentils won’t absorb any more. Leave them to soak while you cook the rest. •Cut the potato up into chunks then add to a pan of boiling water over a medium heat to soften them. •Warm a large pan over medium heat, and cook the onions for about three minutes, until soft and brown. •Add the ginger, turmeric and cumin to the onions and stir until combined. •Pour the chopped tomatoes into the pan with the onions and seasoning •When the lentils have absorbed all the water, add them to the pan and let them soak in the mixture until it reduces. •Drain the can of chickpeas and pour them in to the pan, let them cook for 3 to 4 minutes •Finally, add the potato cubes once they are cooked through.
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Klopp is the Kop Liverpool choice for the Reds Fury seek new recruits
By LEWIS PRICE
LJMU Fury are looking to recruit new players for their upcoming campaign. Fury, who are Liverpool John Moores American football team, enjoyed a good season last year with some incredible memories including a 57-0 victory against Keele University. With a greater demand for NFL football in the United Kingdom, students now have the opportunity to take part in competitive games and no experience is needed. The next available try-out date is on 11th October at 12:30pm – 4:30pm at Childwall Sports and Science Academy. Last year three LJMU Fury team members were selected for the Great British practice squad and this year it could be you. Students are advised to bring sportswear, football boots and a gum shield. For further information follow @JMUFURY or contact liverpoolfury@hotmail.com for more information.
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The Reds have narrowed down their search to one as they pursue German maverick Jurgen Klopp. Main club officials are now in official talks with Klopps’ entourage and there is hope that he could be Liverpool manager by the end of the week. Liverpool’s chief executive Ian Ayre is heading the negotiations which are progressing well, although both camps have been
quick to stress that no deal is complete. Former Reds manager Brendan Rodgers, now on a short holiday in Spain, released a statement earlier in the week thanking the club for his opportunity. The Northern Irishman said; “I would like to thank everyone connected with the club; Fenway Sports Group, the Liverpool Directors, in particular Ian Ayre, my coaching staff, the staff throughout the club, the volunteers, the Academy staff and its young players and of course the
amazing Liverpool fans.” If Klopp does become manager then he will bring his charismatic attitude which has made him one of the most sort after coaches in Europe. His CV boasts two German league titles, and he also guided his Borussia Dortmund team to the 2013 Champion’s League final where they were defeated by arch rivals Bayern Munich. Gareth Roberts, editor of the Anfield Wrap, has backed the move for Klopp and believes he’s the man to lift a team lounging
in tenth place in the Premier League and revive a disheartened fan base. He said: “He’s the man that needs to unify us all, other teams will look at us bring in Klopp and think that’s Liverpool how have the managed that? They’ll be scared of us again.” Part of Liverpool’s problems have centred on their inability to keep hold of their best players. Football expert Guillem Balague feels Klopp will have to focus on keeping his new stars this summer.
He tweeted; “So, first job for Klopp when all agreed with LFC: convince Coutinho to be leader of his team, build it around him (and forget about Barcelona)” If all goes to plan, Klopp should be in charge by Friday. He’ll open with a tough run of fixtures starting at Tottenham on the 17th of October. After recent failings, everyone associated with the club are desperate for a return to past glory days. Whether Klopp can deliver, only time will tell.
Merseyside match-ups in Euro meetings By MICHAEL HENRY
James McCarthy and Emre Can – Republic of Ireland vs GerAs we look ahead to the final many
Romelu Lukaku and Christian Benteke – Andorra vs Belgium
Ross Barkley and Danny Ings – England vs Estonia
Muhammad Besic and Joe Allen – Bosnia vs Wales
Everton midfielder James McCarthy will be involved in a crucial game against Emre Can’s Germany on Thursday night at the Aviva stadium, with his Republic of Ireland team sitting in a precarious position in group D. The Irish head into Thursday’s fixture four points behind opponents and group leaders, Germany, with only two games left to play. Martin O’Neill’s men will be confident of springing a surprise against the world champions, after grabbing a late equaliser in Gelsenkirchen last November.
Belgium are currently involved in a straight fight with Wales for top spot in group B, and will travel to Andorra on Saturday confident of securing the victory that will ensure their passage to France next summer. Marc Wilmots’ men need only a win to qualify, but as Wales are involved in a tricky tie away to Bosnia, the Belgians will be hoping Lukaku and Benteke can provide the goals to clinch the victory and propel them to the summit of group B.
England were the first team to qualify for next summer’s finals in France as they won their first 8 games in group E. The next game against Estonia at Wembley will therefore provide a platform for England manager Roy Hodgson to give some of the youngsters in his squad some valuable international minutes. This applies to none more so than young Everton star Ross Barkley and Liverpool forward Danny Ings, who will be hoping to make his international debut on the back of his first call-up.
Two Merseyside rivals meet in Sarajevo on Saturday in what is a huge fixture for both teams. Wales sit top of group B going into Saturday’s game and need just a point to qualify, whereas Bosnia currently sit fourth in group B and their hopes of automatic qualification are effectively over. Third place is well within reach, and Bosnia will be eager to win their final two fixtures in order to leapfrog Israel and secure a play-off.
rounds of European Championship qualifying, there are many individuals from both halves of Merseyside who are set to be involved for their respective countries. We previewed this weekend’s fixtures to see which Liverpool-based players are on course for qualification, and which players are set to carry a country’s expectations in one of the many make-or-break fixtures.
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ROVERS UP FOR THE CHALLENGE By NATHAN BURGESS
Tranmere Rovers go into this weekend’s game against Hampshire side Eastleigh with a spring in their step after a recent eight-game unbeaten run. This incredible run has taken Tranmere to within three points of top spot in the National League, and comes just five months after the club’s darkest hour, one which it was widely expected could take them years to recover from. Relegation last April spelled an end to a 94-year long stay in the Football League for the Birkenhead-based football club. Few would have predicted the strong start they would make to the season in their bid to reinstate themselves as a football league club after last season’s debacle. Due to this, there are currently plenty of reasons for Rovers fans to hold renewed optimism. Having played 14 games this season, Tranmere are sitting pretty in 3rd place after Saturday’s impressive 4-0 demolition of the division’s form team, Bromley, at Prenton Park. Tranmere will certainly be in a buoyant mood as they host Eastleigh on Saturday, and they will be given added confidence against opposition who are currently undergoing something of a mini-crisis. Eastleigh, who finished fourth last year, saw manager Richard Hill resign last week after a 5-2 home loss against Dover, which left the Spitfires sitting 11th and without a win in five games. The two sides meet for the first time since 2005 – when both teams were in league one – and victory on Tuesday night
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HOME: Prenton park, home of Tranmere Rovers could see Tranmere topping the National League table just in time for Saturday’s fixture. Tranmere boss Gary Brabin – who is in his first season in
the Prenton Park hotseat – has plenty of reasons to be cheerful as he looks ahead to the next round of fixtures. He said: “We’re on a crest of
a wave in terms of confidence after Saturday’s performance but we realise it’s going to be different this week against two strong teams. We are going
to look at these fixtures the same as any others. We will be aiming to show what we are about and come away with the right result.”
Liverpool Women prepare for Champions League game By NATHAN BURGESS Liverpool Ladies prepare for their Champions League round of 32 first leg tie against Brescia in Italy tonight, after their domestic season came to an end on Sunday. The Reds will be hoping to give Matt Beard a winning send-off as he prepares for life in America where he will
take charge of the Boston Breakers in the National Women’s Soccer League. During his reign he guided the club to back to back titles in 2013 and 2014. The domestic season has been a struggle for the defending champions who missed out on a mid-table finish after a 4-2 defeat at the Stoke Gifford Stadium. The team failed to defend their title, with Chelsea
clinching their first Women’s Super League trophy to secure a league and cup double. The club’s fourth defeat in five games left them with a disappointing seventh place finish, with a mere five points separating them from relegation and League two. Liverpool Ladies striker, Natasha Dowie, took to Twitter to express her disappointment. She said:
“Not the way we wanted to finish the season but we can’t feel sorry for ourselves. We have a Champions League away leg to play.” The club will be hoping to put a difficult season behind them, and push on in Europe with a win to take back to the Select Security Stadium next week. Defender Maz Pacheco took to Twitter and said: “Not the performance we
wanted, but the focus now is on the Champions League. Fans were exceptional as always #LFC” Although the season may be over, the Reds will be looking to complete a cup double success in Europe and the FA Women’s Super League Continental Tyres Cup, with a semi-final date awaiting.
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