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A WORD FROM THE EDITOR I spent some time chatting to one of the mums from the school gate recently, a woman I’ve admired from afar for some time as she always has the biggest smile. Of course she’s always surrounded by other mums, as happy, engaging people tend to be. I’ve imagined how wonderful her life must be, how much fun it would be to be her for a day, how lovely it must be to begin each and every day with delight, as surely she much do. Or so I imagined. As it turns out I was completely wrong. As we chatted and I learned a little more about this remarkable woman, I came to realise how lucky I am. Her life has been, and continues to be, challenging, even heartbreaking, in ways I never hope to experience. And yet she faces each and every day with a smile. I know I don’t, as no doubt my work colleagues can attest. It’s all relative you might say, but is it possible that I’ve simply developed a selfish streak and forgotten to appreciate what I do have? In Ireland I’d be called a me-feiner, someone who thinks only of themselves, the nastiest put down you can get on Irish soil. Have I adopted a less cheerful persona simply because it’s easier or, and this may be the crux of it, because it has become a bad habit? Now I don’t think I’m a miserable sod, but I do have a tendency to see the dark side first, which possibly explains my addiction to Leonard Cohen. Perhaps it’s a trait I’ve inherited, perhaps it’s cultural, perhaps it’s just who I am, but right now I’m determined to fight it. I know my worries won’t disappear overnight, but how I deal with them might make them easier to bear. My insecurities may be deeply embedded (I am 47 after all), but I’m keen to see how others react when I present a happier face to the world. I know we all have days when all we want to do is keep our heads down and do what we have to do without interruption or interference, but wouldn’t it be interesting to see how others react if you reach out, maybe starting tentatively with a smile. Let’s do this experiment together in 2017 and hope we all have a wonderful, happier, more fulfilling and smilier year. Happy New Year from my colleagues and I here at Mansion House Publishing.
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IN TOUCH WITH . . . • Hadleigh • Stowmarket • Capel St Mary • East Bergholt, Dedham & Flatford • Needham Market, Creeting St Mary & Creeting St Peter • Sproughton & Burstall • Bramford, Somersham & Offton • Manningtree, Mistley, Lawford & Brantham • Martlesham Heath & Old Martlesham • Kesgrave & Rushmere • Woodbridge & Melton • Gt. & Lt. Blakenham, Baylham & Nettlestead • Westerfield, Witnesham & Tuddenham St. Martin • Copdock, Washbrook, Belstead, Bentley & Tattingstone • Ipswich East, Broke Hall, Ravenswood & Warren Heath • Shotley, Chelmondiston, Pin Mill, Holbrook, Woolverstone & Erwarton
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED URGENTLY TO DELIVERY IN TOUCH MAGAZINE For many year members of Claydon & Barham Local Community Trust have organised delivery of In Touch through a wonderfully dedicated group of volunteers throughout Claydon, Barham and the rural area around. On behalf of you all, we thank them for the amazing job they do ensuring you receive valuable local information. We are now in urgent need of more volunteers and reserve volunteers. After my last article two ladies kindly came forward to do St Peter’s Avenue/Close and we are very grateful. We are now looking for volunteers to do 86 properties in the centre of the village. This round could be split if volunteers preferred a smaller number to deliver. We are also looking for a volunteer with a car (petrol money will be paid) to do Barham and Claydon rural. This round at present consists of 112 properties and takes approximately two hours. This would suit someone recently retired looking to give something back to the community. Again the round could be split if two volunteers come forward. As a volunteer you will deliver the magazine through the doors of your allocated area within a week and if possible by the end of the month. Each year Mansion House Publishing pays Claydon & Barham Local Community Trust for providing this service and that money is distributed to organisations within the local community. By helping you not only help distribute valuable information to every door but also financial benefit to local communities. If you feel you can help or for more information please contact Gail Cornish (07932 478878) or Peter Avis (07921 864042).
2016 POPPY COLLECTION Thanks to everyone who took part in last year’s poppy collection, a good result was achieved again. Claydon and Barham made £2,510.02, Gt Blakenham £75 and Henley £402.98. Anyone wishing to take part in this year’s collection please contact me: 01473 830976 / sheilah@talktalk.net Sheila Harvey
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CHRISTMAS/NEW YEAR PERIOD BUS AND TRAIN SERVICES Set out below is the pattern of public transport services over the holiday period. Unlike last year there are no services on Boxing Day. With this issue of In Touch, Claydon and Barham residents should find an updated edition of the local bus times leaflet. BUS SERVICES THROUGH CLAYDON AND BARHAM Sat, Dec 24: 88/89 and 113/114 normal service Sun 25 and Mon 26: no services Tues, Dec 27-Sat 31: 88/89 Saturday timetable, 113/114 normal Sun, Jan 1: no services Mon, Jan 2: 88/89 Saturday timetable, 113/114 normal Tues, Jan 3: normal services resume
It has to be said that although the sale was only for three hours there were many, many more hours spent in preparation, collecting and storing the donations and sorting them into categories. A really big shout out to thank Angela Osborn and Heather Dickinson who worked so hard for months in advance to prepare for this event. A big thank you also to those helpers who came along on the day and donated their time to help process all the sales. We could not have done this without you all. We are now looking towards the summer group visit and would appeal to anyone interested in hosting to get in touch now as we have to start processing the invitation to the authorities in Belarus by January 2017. The children will be with us for four weeks from July 2-30. All that is needed is a minimum of a mattress to sleep on and a loving home with people who care. Financial circumstances are immaterial, age is not a barrier and single parents will be considered. Families may or may not still have their own children at home. Hosts are able to follow their own occupation and interests as the children meet Monday-Friday from 8.30am-4.30pm and helpers are on hand to collect or look after children at other times if needed.
IPSWICH BUSES – ENQUIRIES 0800 919390 Sat, Dec 24: normal until 18:00 – 19.00 early finish Sun 25 and Mon 26: no services Tues 27: Sunday timetable with additions Wed, Dec 28-Fri 30: Saturday timetable Sat, Dec 31: normal until 18.00 – 19.00 early finish Sun, Jan 1: no services Mon, Jan 2: Sunday timetable Tues, Jan 3: normal services resume
We are also asking for donations of good quality secondhand clothing for the summer group for age range seven to 11 years. The children arrive with only the clothes they are wearing so both summer and winter clothes are appreciated.
GREATER ANGLIA TRAIN SERVICES – ENQUIRIES 0345 6007245 ALL LINES Sat, Dec 24: normal services but finishing by 22.00
For further information about our program or to donate clothes for the children please email or call me and I will be happy to provide further details
Sun, Dec 25 and Mon 26: no services MAIN LINE: Ipswich – London Liverpool St / Ipswich – Norwich Tues, Dec 27-Mon, Jan 2: special timetable with buses from Witham to Stansted Airport Rail Station or Newbury Park Central Line Underground Station and train or tube into Central London LOCAL TRAIN SERVICES: Ipswich to Bury St Edmunds, Cambridge, Peterborough, Lowestoft and Felixstowe Tues, Dec 27: bank holiday services on all lines
In November we held a Ginormous Jumble Sale which lasted approximately three hours. With the majority of items selling for between 20 and 50 pence we managed to raise almost £900. What a fantastic result! There were stalls inside and out at Creeting St Mary Jubilee Village Hall with people queuing long before opening time to get in.
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We are very aware that there are now more charitable causes than ever all needing support. I would like to take this opportunity to thank everyone who supports us; you may think you only do a little but without you we could not survive. May 2017 bring you everything you wish for.
Wed, Dec 28-Sun, Jan 1: normal service but finishing by 22.00 on Sat 31
Link Chair Elizabeth Parker
Mon, Jan 2: bank holiday service
01449 760343 / enquiries@ccllmidsuffolk.org.uk
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Tues, Jan 3: normal services resume Compiled from website information by Barry Moore, transport representative, Claydon and Whitton PC
SUFFOLK DEMENTIA CALL 01473 353350 We are here to help 24 hours a day, seven days a week. The helpline can provide a listening ear as well as information and signposting to services that can help. The Suffolk Dementia Helpline can support anyone who needs to talk. Perhaps you have memory worries yourself or even a recent diagnosis and want someone to talk to. Maybe you have concerns about a loved one, or need support in your caring role. Perhaps it’s just information you are after, or a confidential chat with someone.
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CASUAL BAR STAFF REQUIRED Henley Community Centre is looking for bar staff on a casual basis to support events such as weddings and large birthday parties in 2017. • Good rates of pay • Flexible shifts – mainly Friday or Saturday evenings • Full training given • Uniform provided • Fun and friendly environment • Must be over 18 years old If interested please contact: henleybarmail@gmail.com / 01473 833226
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FED UP WITH HARD WATER AND LIME SCALE? Then have a water softener fitted and save yourself money and time. Here in East Anglia we have some of the hardest water in Great Britain.The scale build up on shower screens and taps, that ring of scum in the basin, and limescale in kettles are some of the visible consequences of hard water. We have to resort to using large amounts of washing powder, conditioner, extra salts in the dish washer and expensive bathroom cleaning products to overcome the dreaded scale. In my professional capacity I’ve replaced countless appliances that should have had a longer service life. Scale blocks water ways in boilers and hot water pipes. Heating elements in hot water cylinders and electric showers get encrusted and fail. All these problems can be solved by fitting an ion exchange water softener. Laundered clothes will feel softer, after showering your skin will feel smoother, you’ll use far less detergents and the adverse effects on your plumbing system will start to reverse. If you would like to know more, give me a call. I’m happy to show you a simple 15 minute demonstration and provide an installation survey. A typical installation can be done in one day. Ring Nick Marno on 01206 337316 or 07896 054439 or email nickmarno@tiscali.co.uk
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COUNTY & DISTRICT COUNCILLOR’S REPORT JOHN FIELD’S REPORT TO GIPPING VALLEY: DECEMBER 2016 I hope you all had a pleasant Christmas and that we may look forward to a more prosperous and less eventful New Year. Devolution Norfolk rejected the devolution deal as it was and the government have withdrawn the offer. Votes taken at Mid Suffolk and Suffolk County Councils after the rejection were by a large majority for the talks with the government to continue. We Liberal Democrats believed that the additional layer of government proposed, with a mayor, was a waste of money that added little to the ability to produce solutions that match Suffolk people’s needs. However, we also believe that British Government is overly centralised with far more taxes raised centrally and spent by Whitehall than in other countries. We voted for the search for a meaningful devolution of powers to Suffolk that avoids the defects in the rejected offer to continue. Scrutiny of county budget proposals for 2017-18 Our November 30 scrutiny covered the county budget proposals as they are now. The chancellor’s autumn statement was just a few days old, but the settlement for local government, which defines the final sums, was not due until mid-December so changes are likely. However, the county and districts signed up last year to a deal that set the core figures for four years. The Revenue Support Grant (£45.2m) from government, which is dropping rapidly, combined with business rates (£97.8m), Council Tax (£277.4m) and a Public Health Grant (£30.8m) are the main items that fund your services together with small items totaling (£11.7m) and a separate sum for schools (£242m last year), but reducing as schools move to become academies. The proposal is for the ‘Social Care Precept’ to continue, with a further council tax rise of 2% (on top of the 2% from last year). This will bring in £11.2m, making a total of £474.1m excluding schools. The total funds needed, after savings shown, are Care and Community Services £216m (£8.85m saving), Children & Young People £100.75m (£3.1m saving), Public Health & Fire Service £54.43m (1.93m saving), Resource Management including public transport, highways and waste £78.69m (£10m saving) and Corporate and Capital Financing £30.97m (£8.22m saving). This gives a total of £480.84m (£32.1m saving). This looks a problem, but the county has reserves that have grown from £109.8m to £148.8m over the last five years and use of £6.74m will make the figures match. Buried in this is a £5.4m saving on care purchasing, £4.27m on contract savings and £3.1m on children’s services. We were told that this can be achieved by changes that do not hurt the people involved, but it is impossible to get proof of that. In addition, demand is growing every year. This is a bit complicated, but I hope it gives you a feel of how the county uses your money and where savings will be made.
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Roads Despite Easton and Otley College’s commitment to change bus routes, I believe that there was a significant delay caused when a convoy of Otley buses met a bus travelling in the opposite direction in Barham. Clearly more work is needed. Planning-SnOasis MSDC planners briefed parishes on the reserved matters process and the parishes are deciding at what level they need to be involved. Extended consultation times will make it easier to do the work required and gain local views. I need to arrange for a discussion with the county highways planners so that the parishes can discover just what will be done to ensure traffic issues remain acceptable with this development on top of all the recent proposals. Sheltered Housing MSDC is pressing ahead with its plans to ‘de-shelter’ parts of its sheltered housing that it finds difficult to let due to their rural locations and will be charging residents for all costs associated with sheltered schemes in any way. However, I have helped to persuade it that in our area changes will only occur when tenants change. No real consideration appears to be given to the financial and social benefits that occur if people move to accommodation focused on their needs and release larger houses to families. Availability of sheltered accommodation may also delay the need to move to much more expensive care homes and ease the load on the NHS by allowing people to move from hospital to a supported environment. District council financial forecasts Finance forecasts appear to show that the district is likely to remain in surplus despite reductions in government grant funding, but dependant on what happens to the New Homes Bonus. This gives a sum equivalent to the council tax to the district council for a number of years for each home built in the district. The government are proposing a reduction to four years from the current six, but has yet to confirm its decisions after consultations. Borrowing to invest, or profit for purpose Borrowing of £25 million by both Mid Suffolk and Babergh to fund investment in commercial property for a rental return is moving forward with agreement to set up a joint investment vehicle. Schemes of this type can be very successful when spare cash or bequests are invested in developments that give a secure return. Trinity College’s ownership of parts of Felixstowe is a case in point. However, I am concerned that the current low interest rates for borrowing may not be as securely locked in as we think and the empty properties in Anglia Retail Park show that commercial rents may not be secure. Just how big the risk may be is difficult to judge. If you have queries please call me on 01473 831306 (you will need to say your name and press #) or email: john.field@suffolk.gov.uk www.john.field@suffolk.libdems.org
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NEWS CLAYDON AND WHITTON PARISH COUNCIL From the last parish council meeting… Members of the community are always welcome to attend parish council meetings and a public forum is held at the beginning to give them an opportunity to raise issues, either on the agenda or which they are concerned about at the time. At the last meeting these included: Parking at Claydon Primary School Concern was expressed about inconsiderate parking by parents and carers dropping their children off at the primary school. This was considered not only to be a danger to pedestrians, but could also delay emergency vehicles responding to 999 calls. Instances where cars had been parked across residents’ driveways were highlighted, preventing them from leaving or getting back into their homes. In response the parish council contacted the headteacher and we thank her for the considerable effort that she has made over recent months to give advice about parking in order to try and alleviate these problems which included: • Reminding parents/carers about considerate parking in newsletters and highlighting the option of using the Recreation Ground car park, and also circulating a letter from Claydon High School regarding car parking on their site and requesting that parents/carers do not park inappropriately in the vicinity of their school entrance. • Encouraging parents/carers to report issues to the police and/or county councillor, John Field. • Speaking to individual parents/carers who are parking inconsiderately on our site and advising all parents/carers of new children to the school of the availability of the Recreation Ground car park and the footpath route to walk to school. The parish council realises that many children attending local schools do not live in Claydon, but asks that the parents/carers of those who do to please follow the advice given and if possible to consider walking with their children to school in future. Planning applications During 2016 there was an unusually high number of planning applications and also prospective development of properties and land situated in the parish of Claydon & Whitton Rural and surrounding parishes. Comments were made that the community was not receiving regular information regarding the progress of all these applications. It was explained that Claydon & Whitton Rural Parish Council only has a statutory right to comment when planning applications are actually
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submitted to Mid Suffolk District Council, and then only those relating to its parish, although it can, and does, submit comments relating to applications in surrounding parishes that will impact on the village, such as schools or increased traffic volumes.
Members of the community were assured that progress is closely monitored and there is often considerable discussion between potential developers and parish councils prior to planning applications being submitted, often at meetings from which the public are excluded at the developer’s request. However, members of the public are entitled to attend parish council planning committee meetings where new applications, updates on former applications and other planning matters are discussed. Future policing in the village This was also discussed in the meeting which was told that there was little prospect of the village having a dedicated PCSO before April 2017 and if one became available the parish councils in the area would have to provide 100% funding rather than share the costs with Suffolk Constabulary as in the past. As this was not considered financially feasible, it was decided to explore alternative methods to ensure the safety and security of the local community. One proposal which was agreed at the meeting was to have all street lights kept switched on all night. As a result street lamps owned by the parish council in Newell Rise, Drury Road, Church Lane, Paper Mill Lane and Hereford Drive were switched on at the end of November. A request would be made to Suffolk County Council, who own all the other street lamps in the village, to leave these switched on overnight in future. Meetings in January The next parish council meeting is on Monday, January 16 at 7.30pm at the offices of the Suffolk Association of Local Councils, Hill View Business Park, Old Norwich Road. Members of the community are very welcome to attend and opportunity will be given at the beginning of the meeting for them to speak on items included on the agenda or other issues about which they have concerns. Agendas will be available prior to the meeting from our parish clerk, Mrs S Eagle: 01473 687384 (answer machine available) / claywhit@btinternet.com / 7 Leicester Close, Ipswich IP2 9EX The members of Claydon & Whitton Rural Parish Council wish you all a very Happy New Year.
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NEWS HENLEY PARISH COUNCIL – DECEMBER 2016 A very Happy New Year to all our readers and to everyone in Henley. 2016 had its peculiarities on the national and international scene so let’s hope that in 2017 the rest of the world takes an example from Henley… Let’s not explore that thought too closely, but you know what I mean. You’ll be interested to know the results of the traffic survey from our vehicle activated speed sign when it was on the road into Henley opposite the school last summer. In the three weeks from August 18, 15,148 vehicles were counted passing the sign and the good news is that the average speed of all the vehicles concerned was 31.1 mph. While that figure looks pretty good it does hidessome interesting facts: • Someone drove past the sign at 80mph at 10.25am on Wednesday, August 31 • The speed which no more than 15% of drivers were exceeding was 38.1mph. That’s called the 85th percentile speed and is generally used by road engineers to set the speed limit, which is normally 5mph or so below the 85th percentile. So if they were looking at that stretch of road, the speed limit would be set at about 33mph, just a shade higher than it actually is. It would be better if the 85th percentile there was 35 rather than 38.1. • The percentage of drivers over the speed limit (usually a bit more than a quarter of all cars) is higher on Thursday, Friday and Saturday, and then drops off again on Sunday. The average speed being done by drivers exceeding the speed limit was a shade under 40mph. All things considered it’s a mixed picture for a stretch of road on a bend outside a school (term time or not hardly matters). We will keep using the sign to monitor how people pass through the village and will do our best to report the information to the police when necessary. We no longer have a regular police presence in the village, which doesn’t help. You will have noticed we have a new and improved village noticeboard next to the bus stop, with thanks to a grant from our district councillors’ community budget. If you would like notices of interest to residents to be displayed in it, contact your clerk.
SAFER NEIGHBOURHOOD TEAM Hello and Happy New Year, I do hope that everyone has had a fantastic Christmas and is looking forward to a happy and prosperous New Year. If you have received or purchased some fabulous gifts, now is the time to think about photographing and recording the model and serial numbers somewhere. The web site below is recommended. You can record just about everything of value, and you can update it when you buy new items or get rid of old items. Just a quick tip, when you photograph an item, put a ruler beside it so that the size can be assessed and use a colour photograph. This will help greatly if the item is lost or stolen. Use www.immobilise.com to record the make, model and serial numbers in case they go missing or are stolen so they can be returned to you when they are found. This web site is used by police nationally to check items found. Benefits of Registration • Immobilise helps police identify the owners of recovered property thousands of times every day • Property updates you make are immediately available to the police nationally • Combat the sale of stolen gadgets and valuables; alert the secondhand trade and the publicly checkable stolen goods database CheckMEND if an item goes missing • Simplify insurance claims and police reports with certificates of ownership • Great member offers from Immobilise’s numerous supporters, often helping support the free provision of Immobilise If you need to obtain a Loss Report Number for insurance purposes please visit: www.reportmyloss.com/uk Remember you can now follow the Safer Neighbourhood Team at Hadleigh on Twitter @HadleighPolice.
If you are not on our village email list and would like to be, just send a simple request to henleyparishcouncil@gmail.com or rodcaird@yahoo. co.uk and we will sort it out. Don’t forget to keep an eye from time to time on our own website where we publish all sorts of useful (we hope!) information and contacts: www.henley.onesuffolk.net
Finally, from all officers and staff at Hadleigh Police Station we wish you a peaceful, prosperous New Year.
Rod Caird, Henley Parish Council Clerk, 07785 331217
PCSO 3041 Stephen Cooper, Hadleigh SNT, Hadleigh Police Station
For emergency calls 999 / non-emergency calls 101 Email: hadleigh.snt@suffolk.pnn.police.uk
FOUR COMMUNITIES ACTION GROUP The Four Communities Action Group (4CAG) was created in 2010 by members of the churches of Barham, Claydon, Great Blakenham and Henley, Age UK (Suffolk) and interested members of the wider community. Its aim is to work together as four parishes to develop new activities and support networks, especially for those in need, and to provide spiritual support and encouragement with a view to enhancing the lives of all members of the community. We have welcomed our new priest-in-charge, The Rev Carl Melville, to the community and we look forward to the ideas he will bring along.
• Gipping Valley Art Society meets at the Parish Rooms, Great Blakenham every Tuesday afternoon • The Book Club is an informal group which meets at the Crown, Claydon on the last Thursday of the month • The Knitting Group is a relaxed and friendly group meeting at Alasdair Place, Claydon on the first Thursday of the month.
• 4Ever Young Men’s Group meeting at the Crown, Claydon on the third Wednesday of each month (see page 17)
Our aim is to increase awareness of these groups, plan future projects and also to attract like-minded people in the community to join us. The Crown at Claydon has always offered us a venue for some of our group meetings, coffee and the chance to stay for a bite to eat afterwards, and we would like to thank the team there for their support.
• Meet ‘n’ Eat Lunch Club at the Parish Rooms, Great Blakenham on the first Friday of each month (see page 17)
If you would like to know any more about our work, pop along to one of our activities or email: 4CAG@bigvax.co.uk
The group currently supports five organisations:
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HOW A BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT GROUP COULD HELP YOU Wherever you are on your grieving journey, one of the East of England Co-op Funeral Services’ bereavement support groups could support you in coming to terms with your loss. Your local group offers a safe place to acknowledge your emotions with others who understand what you’re going through. Experienced Bereavement Support Counsellor Rebecca Louis runs regular support groups in Suffolk. All groups are free and you are invited to attend as many sessions as you would like, for as long as you feel you need to. Every second and fourth Wednesday, from 1.30pm-3.30pm, the Ipswich support group meets at the Co-op Education Centre on Fore Street. The Stowmarket support group meets on the last Thursday of every month, from 10am - 12pm at Cafe 52 on Crowe Street.
We’re here for you, for as long as you need us If you’ve lost a loved one, our bereavement counsellors are here to help It’s the little things that count www.eastofengland.coop/bereavementsupport
Rebecca also works on a one-to-one basis, meeting people where they feel comfortable, whether that is in their own home or in a local café or quiet space. As a local, independent business, the East of England Co-op only operate in the Eastern region and are owned directly by their members. Because they are the local Co-op, they work hard to support the community by helping local groups and initiatives as well as partnering with good causes and charities all year round. For a friendly, informal chat about your local bereavement support groups in Ipswich and Stowmarket or to find out details of all East of England Co-op bereavement support groups across Suffolk please contact Rebecca on 01473 231460 or email bereavementsupport@eastofengland.coop
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OUT & ABOUT CLAYDON & BARHAM VILLAGE HALL
BAR-CLAY MUSIC MAKERS
DATES FOR JANUARY
Not long now before this year’s panto hits the stage. So if you haven’t got your tickets yet, it’s time to think about doing it. To reserve your tickets (adults £7 / children £3) please contact: 01473 830538 / Webbfamily1@gmail.com
Monday 2
Bar-Clay Music Makers
9am-5.30pm
Tuesday 3
Claydon Table Tennis
7.15am-10.30pm
Wednesday 4
Bar-Clay Music Makers
6.30-10.30pm
Thursday 5
Sunshine Service Slimming World
10am-noon 5.30 and 7.30pm
Saturday 7
Private hire
1.30-5.30pm
Monday 9
Craft Addicts CDC Streetdance
1-4pm 4.45-6.45pm
Tuesday 10
Mums and Tots Women’s Institute
1.15-3pm 7.30-10pm
Wednesday 11 Bar-Clay Music Makers
6.30-10.30pm
Thursday 12
Young Families Slimming World
9.30-11.30am 5.30 and 7.30pm
Sunday 15
Bar-Clay Music Makers
1.30-10.30pm
Monday 16
CDC Streetdance Bar-Clay Music Makers
4.45-6.45pm 7-10.30pm
Tuesday 17
Mums and Tots
1.15-3pm
Wednesday 18 Bar-Clay Music Makers
6.30-10.30pm
Thursday 19
Slimming World
5.30 and 7.30pm
Friday 20
Goldie Locks Performance
7.30-10pm
Saturday 21
Goldie Locks Performance
2.30-5pm & 7.30-10pm
Monday 23
Craft Addicts CDC Streetdance
1-4pm 4.45-6.45pm
Tuesday 24
Mums and Tots
1.15-3pm
Wednesday 25 Bar-Clay Music Makers
6.30-10.30pm
Thursday 26
Young Families Slimming World
9.30-11.30am 5.30 and 7.30pm
Friday 27
Goldie Locks Performance
7.30-10pm
Saturday 28
Goldie Locks Performance
2.30-5pm & 7.30-10pm
Monday 30
CDC Streetdance
4.45-6.45pm
Tuesday 31
Mums and Tots
1.15-3pm
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OUT & ABOUT CLAYDON & BARHAM COMMUNITY CENTRE
HENLEY 100 CLUB
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With copious planning and organisation, we look forward to many successful events in 2017. At the time of writing they include:
Wendy Matthews
Saturday, February 18: Valentine’s Celebrations with music supplied by Curt n Rod, 7.30pm
A Happy New Year to one and all. Many thanks to all of you who took part in the 100 Club during 2016. I hope that you will be able to join us again this year, and if anyone would like to join they will be most welcome.
Saturday, February 25: Barham Atheltic Race Night Wednesday, March 22: Pre-School Fundraiser Friday, April 7: Dan Poulter Surgery We have a wide and varied range of ales, ciders and lagers, both draft and bottled. Guinness and mild are also available and our premium larger, San Miguel, is now on tap. Pints of bitter start from just £2.50 and lager from just £2.90. The community café is proving to be extremely popular; their high teas are a particular hit and definitely worth indulging. 01473 831805 / www.candbcc.com Facebook: Claydon Community Centre
HENLEY WI Our last meeting was a Christmas Craft Evening where we made Christmas cards, practised folding dinner napkins into weird and wonderful shapes and saw some spectacular bead work done by Pam. It was a most sociable evening where we all had a good natter and produced some pleasing results. We start the New Year on January 19 with a talk by David Lilley entitled The Life of PG Wodehouse.
December prize-winners:
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The cost is just £4 per month and the more members we get, the greater the prize money. All profits go to St Peter’s Church, Henley. Please contact Richard Self: 01473 831930 / rselfhomefarm@gmail.com
GREAT BLAKENHAM OVER 50’S CLUB The Great Blakenham Over 50’s Club is open to anyone of that age living not just in Great Blakenham, but anywhere in the surrounding area. We meet from 2-4pm on the second and fourth Wednesdays of the month in the Parish Room, Stowmarket Road, Great Blakenham. The cost per meeting is £1.50 which includes whatever activity is programmed for the afternoon, refreshments and raffle. On afternoons when we may play a couple of games of bingo the tickets are £1 each. Members take it in turns to make the tea. The Parish Room is the building with a green door more or less opposite the Chequers Public House and it has its own parking area behind the hall. It’s fully accessible for anyone in a wheelchair and has disabled facilities within. In November we had a social afternoon led by Brenda and at our Getting Ready for Christmas meeting our contribution to the wreaths and angels festival at St Mary’s Church was finished.
If you are thinking of a New Year’s resolution you could do a lot worse than giving Henley WI a try. We are a very friendly group and you can be sure of a warm welcome. Just ring Sue on 01473 839982 or Alice on 01473 831281 for more details.
Paul Warne, one of our members, had also carved an angel to be included in the festival and held a competition to guess how long the project had taken, from conceiving the idea through choosing the wood and undertaking the carving. The answer was 25 hours though most members thought it would have taken considerably longer.
We hope everyone had the Christmas they wished for and wish you all a happy, healthy, peaceful and prosperous 2017.
We were also pleased to welcome two new members to the club, Alison Milton and Cindy Newson. At the time of writing, members were due to meet for Christmas Lunch at The Chequers on December 7 and for a social afternoon and tea party on December 14. Our programme for the new year has not yet been finalised, but we will be meeting on January 11 and January 25 (weather permitting). New members are always welcome, but if you would like to come along and see what goes on we will be pleased to see you. Jackie Durrant, 01449 672690
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OUT & ABOUT EAST SUFFOLK NATIONAL TRUST ASSOCIATION If you are a member of, or a volunteer for, the National Trust, we invite you to get more out of your membership by joining our association. We meet at Kesgrave War Memorial Community Centre at 7.15pm. Our next meeting is on January 17 when we welcome back the ever popular Mark Mitchels. Mark has a wide range of talks and this time will be telling us the moving story of Elizabeth Garrett Anderson, an Aldeburgh girl who became a doctor, established a hospital and finally ended up as mayor of the town. On February 21 Ben Cowell, formerly regional director of the East of England National Trust, will be talking about his first year as director general of the Historic Houses Association and the challenges that face historic houses in private ownership. Visitors (even if not National Trust members) are welcome for an £3 entrance fee. National Trust members and volunteers can join us for £8 per year (£12 per couple at same address). We publish three newsletters a year for members and enjoy interesting day outings and other events. For more information, including details of future events and outings, contact our membership secretary: membershipesnta@gmail.com / 01473 723761 www.membershipesnta.btck.co.uk
4EVER YOUNG MEN’S CLUB The 4Ever Young Men’s Club meet on the third Wednesday of each month at 10.30am in the Crown at Claydon. Our December meeting took the form of our annual Christmas Lunch which this year had been brought forward to Wednesday 14 to make sure we didn’t run out of party hats and crackers as Christmas approached. We’re working hard to put together a timetable for 2017. Some good ideas came up at our last meeting which we’ll be trying to incorporate. We’re always looking for members and speakers, so if you fit the bill (Forever Young!) please come along to listen or talk, or both. The Crown at Claydon very kindly accommodates us and provides coffee for our meeting. A number of us often stay for a spot of lunch afterwards. The meetings give us the chance to sit and chat with old friends, meet new friends and learn of new interests and ideas. For more information, contact Mike Biddle on 07805 507497, or just turn up on the third Wednesday of the month. You will be very welcome.
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MEET ‘N’ EAT LUNCH CLUB The Meet ’n’ Eat Lunch Club meet at noon on the first Friday of each month at the Parish Rooms in Great Blakenham. Our December meeting took the form of our Christmas Lunch, held this year at the Chequers, Stowmarket Road. We have to say goodbye to the founder of the lunch club, Sue Broomfield, who has moved to the south of England nearer to her family. We all wish her well and hope she’ll pop in for lunch with us when she’s back in the area. Our regular meetings will continue throughout 2017 where, for only £4, we serve a choice of soup with a roll and butter, home made puddings with cream or custard and a cup of tea or coffee. In addition, we offer the chance to sit and chat with old friends, make new friends, play a game of bingo, win the raffle and have a bit of fun. If you need more information, contact Mike on 07805 507497 or just come along on the first Friday of the month with your friends. You will be very welcome.
IPSWICH & DISTRICT HISTORICAL TRANSPORT SOCIETY Wednesday, January 25, 7 for 7.30pm: The Railways of Durango and Germany, an illustrated talk by Graham Austin We meet at the Salvation Army Citadel, 558 Woodbridge Road, Ipswich – entrance via rear car park. Visitors welcome – £3.50 at door including tea/coffee. Details from: 01473 414746/422145 www.idhts.co.uk
BRAMFORD TREFOIL GUILD The January meeting is our AGM, followed by a games afternoon, so please come along. After the Christmas festivities it will be nice to settle down to normality and enjoy meeting friends at the guild. Happy New Year to all.
SOMERSHAM & DISTRICT GARDENING CLUB Our first meeting of 2017 will be on Monday, January 9 when we welcome Chris Parfitt with a talk entitled South Africa Panorama. This will take place at 7.30pm in Offton and Willisham Village Hall. We have a full programme for 2017 with a wide variety of speakers. If you would like to come along, we meet on the second Monday of every month. Membership is just £8 a year or £1.50 as a guest. For more information contact: 01473 254941 / 01473 830600
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SCHOOLS CLAYDON HIGH SCHOOL
CLAYDON & BARHAM YOUNG FAMILIES
Once again it gives me enormous pleasure to share with you the events, activities and news in school, particularly as the month of December is always full of festivities and celebrations.
Claydon and Barham Young Families is a Mother’s Union project which has been run by Mothers Union members and supporters for 25 years. We welcome mums, dads, carers and grandparents from Claydon, Barham, Great Blakenham and the surrounding villages with babies or children under five. Entry is just £1.50 per family.
On Friday, December 9, students from across all year groups travelled to France, visiting the Christmas market in Lille. This was a great opportunity for students to explore and practise their language skills in surroundings that interest and engage them while providing an excuse for some early Christmas shopping. The city of Lille hosts one of the most famous Christmas markets, with more than 50 stalls selling traditional and regional crafts, cuisine and gifts, along with a variety of festive music, lights and entertainment. Families, friends, governors, teachers and students were treated to a feast of music on the evening of December 13 at the school’s A Very Merry Christmas concert. The evening featured more than 20 separate performances, involving more than 70 students across all year groups. There were string, brass, guitar, ukulele and woodwind ensembles as well as solo instrumental performances, choral pieces, rock band numbers and the inimitable staff choir. It was a magical evening and the dedication, commitment and hard work from students and staff was certainly evident. My thanks and congratulations go to all involved. Students never cease to amaze me with their generosity, kindness and creativity and this is never more evident than when they design and create the most amazing Christmas hampers. Thirty large festive themed hampers (ranging from igloos to reindeer) were filled with food and essential items and then donated to a local charity called The Chapman Centre, part of IHAG (Ipswich Housing Action Group) who provide relief for people in the community suffering from extreme financial poverty or homelessness. I am always impressed with the special effort our students make and would like to thank parents and carers for their help and contributions from home. On Wednesday, December 14, Year 11 students took part in a Learning about Work Day. Employers from local businesses were invited into school to act as business mentors and to work with small groups of students for the day, teaching them about employer expectations when applying for jobs. In preparation for the day, students were asked to find an apprenticeship and complete an application form and these were forwarded to the employers before the day. Having spent the morning taking part in ice-breaking activities, a workshop related to writing letters of application and a paired task, our guest business mentors then put students through nerve racking job interviews for the posts that they had already applied for. The day concluded with the distribution of certificates for the students who had been selected as successful candidates for the job from each group. Year 11 impressed our visitors with their maturity, participation and the way they conducted themselves throughout the day. Many employers commented that they would have no hesitation in considering some of our students for future employment and also noted how smartly dressed they were. Ex-Year 11 students who left us in the summer returned to Claydon High School on the last week of term for a presentation evening where they were presented with their GCSE certificates and special subject achievement awards, recognising individual commitment and progress. It was really lovely to spend the evening with them and to hear about how they are getting on in this next phase of their lives. I am extremely proud of all aspects of their success and achievement and wish them all the very best for whatever the future brings. If you would like to visit the school and see us in action, please come along to one of our open mornings. The next one is on Wednesday, January 18. To book a place please contact my PA, Mrs J Pedersen: 01473 836110 Headteacher Sarah Skinner
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This month we meet on January 12 and 26, 9.30-11.30am, in Claydon and Barham Village Hall. Our Christmas Party was a huge success. A big thank you to Father Christmas who, although very busy, came along to distribute gifts to the children. Our ladies raffle went very well, as always, raising more funds for the group. Many thanks to everyone who helped make this event such a fantastic success. At our regular sessions we welcome anyone with babies or children under five for imaginative play, songtime and lots of fun. Families can enjoy a different craft activity with a theme where children can be creative and try out different materials to produce an individual masterpiece. Playdough and all sorts of toys that encourage children’s imaginative play and physical and social development are available. It’s a good opportunity for parents/carers to meet others with pre-school children or babies. There is also a prize draw for the children. This month we would like to wish a happy birthday to Katie and Jacob. Why not come along and join in the fun? You can make friends and enjoy some valuable play. Hope to see you there. For more information contact me on 01473 833788 or check our listing on Netmums.com Michelle
CLAYDON PRE-SCHOOL We hope everyone enjoyed their Christmas and had a very Happy New Year. We are all ready for the start of the spring term with lots of lovely events to look forward to in the coming months. The children should all be well rested and ready for the new term. The pre-school is open Monday to Friday from 9am-3.30pm during term time. Children can start from the age of two until they go to Reception. Session fees are £9.60 and we offer a lunchclub (12-12.30pm) for £1.60. We are happy to accept childcare vouchers and we offer twoyear funded places for any eligible children. We also run a summer holiday club for ages two-eight; further information can be obtained by contacting the administrator. If you would like more information regarding any of the above, or just to find out more about Claydon Pre-school, please contact the administrator, Lisa Read: 01473 831648 / admin@claydonpreschool.co.uk
CLAYDON PRE-SCHOOL 100 CLUB November prizewinners No 41: Katie Lee £17.70 No 35: Margaret Harvey £8.85 No 8: Niki Bennett £2.95 New members are welcome at any time. Entry is just £1 per month and the draw takes place on the last Friday of each month from September through to July. The more entries we get the greater the prize money and all money raised is used to enhance the lives of our children within the pre-school For an entry form please contact Nadine Harrison: 01473 831857 / admin@claydonpreschool.co.uk
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SCHOOLS CLAYDON PRIMARY SCHOOL As this report is being written, the autumn/winter term is drawing to a close and the children and staff are busy preparing for our Christmas celebrations.
You may have noticed that some Year 6 pupils were also busy enjoying Bikeability around Claydon, learning how to ride their bikes safely and confidently on the roads. Well done to all those who participated.
Reception and Years 1 and 2 are busy practising their performance of Lights, Camel, Action. Nursery are preparing for their performance and sharing session with parents. Reception classes are planning for their visit to Barham Church and the Community CafĂŠ. Year 2 are preparing for their visit to sing at Barham Care Home. Our recorder and brass players are practising for their Community Carol Service at Great Blakenham Baptist Church and Year 3 are learning Christmas songs and to play the hand bells ready for their Christmas Carol Service at Barham Church. However, before the Christmas festivities begin, we would like to share some of the exciting activities that the children have participated in during November alongside the aforementioned rehearsals.
Year 3 enjoyed a DT day. Using various materials, including spaghetti, marshmallows, grapes, straws, Play-Doh and more, they explored how to make strong and secure structures. They attempted to construct a truss bridge and their own version of the Eiffel Tower. The children showed great perseverance and worked cooperatively within their teams. Well done Year 3.
Year 5 pupils attended the Ipswich Schools Tag Rugby Festival and performed fantastically well. They were even awarded 10 points for fair play. Congratulations to the children for their effort and positive attitude, as well as a special thank you to the parents (and grandparent) for their support. There was also a super result for the school football team, who won their first IPSSA league game 8-2 away to St Mary’s. It was an excellent team performance. As we write in December, we hope that you all enjoy a relaxing festive season and wish you a very Happy New Year. We look forward to seeing everyone on Thursday, January 5, 2017. www.claydonprimary.net
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SCHOOLS HENLEY PRIMARY SCHOOL As we welcome in the New Year with the Christmas Tree still twinkling away in the background and our belts a notch or two looser, it seems appropriate to count a few of our blessings.
HENLEY PRE-SCHOOL
2016 was a busy but very successful year at Henley Primary School. Our ‘old’ Year 6s produced some excellent SATs results before leaving us for their next adventure as confident and inspiring young people.
We hope you all had a wonderful time at Christmas and New Year and are ready to start 2017 refreshed and rested.
Never ones to let the grass grow too long, our children have been out and about on many occasions. Some of the more exciting trips have included The Natural History Museum, Kew Gardens and the River Thames. Meanwhile, we have also welcomed many interesting visitors into the school including a steel band and a caveman (not at the same time I hasten to add). Our children are also a sporty bunch and have represented the school at a wide variety of events including football, cricket and cross-country. We have been able to offer after-school clubs including sports, digital, art and nature detectives. These clubs are always oversubscribed, illustrating how keen the children are to continue their learning after the bell has rung. It seems appropriate at this time to say a few thank yous. First of all, a huge pat on the back to those parents who have acknowledged our ‘Respect Parking’ zones. It has been hugely successful in terms of the safety of the children and we much appreciate your co-operation with this, but please bear in mind that local residents still need to access their drives and garages. Perhaps our biggest thank you goes to all those who give up their time to make the Friends of Henley School the success that it is. They always come up with excellent fundraising ideas and without these funds many of our trips would not go ahead. They have also helped us by paying for items around the school that we would otherwise have to do without, such as the wellie racks. Please continue to support these events. And finally, thank you to those who come into the school to help the children in so many ways. We have a dedicated group of volunteers who hear the children read and spend time as mentors. These are important roles which have a marked impact on the children involved. Often forgotten are our governors, selflessly giving up their time to ensure that the future of the school is as successful as it has been in the past. One last brief mention to Laurel Farm Garden Centre just outside Akenham who kindly donated a stunning Christmas Tree to us this year. Decorated by our Year 6s, it made a fantastic backdrop to all our seasonal celebrations. If you wish to keep up with forthcoming events or just want to have a browse, please visit our website where there is a wealth of information: www.henleyprimaryschool.net All that remains is to wish you all a Happy New Year and thank you for sharing our news.
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Towards the end of last term we had an Ofsted Inspection and we are pleased to announce that we were rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted. This is a fantastic achievement, with Bridget and the team working incredibly hard, and continuing to do so, to keep our standards of practice and care at such high levels. We attended the Henley Christmas Fayre on Saturday, December 3 and had a fantastic day. Thank you to everyone who came and supported us, either setting up, manning the stall or simply participating in our games. All funds raised will go towards improving and buying new resources for the children. We would like to welcome all new children and families who are joining us this term. We look forward to having you in setting, and making new friends with the wonderful children already with us. It’s that time of year again when we host our annual quiz and curry night. This year’s quiz and curry night will be on Friday, February 17, so pencil it in your diary. It really is a great night; friends, brain teasers and home-cooked scrumptious curries, what more could you want from a night out. Look out for further details and how to book tickets. We are a small rural pre-school situated in the light and airy Boughton Room within Henley Community Centre which is less than a 10 minute drive from Great Blakenham and Claydon. There is a large car park on site making drop off and collection of your child a safer and easier experience. We have both grant-funded and paid sessions available for two to five year olds. Lunch club is also available (noon-1pm). You don’t need to live in the Henley School catchment area to come and play with us – we have children from Ipswich, Claydon, Great Blakenham, Needham Market and other surrounding areas. If you would like to come and join in the fun, please ring 01473 833848 during session time any weekday morning or afternoon before 3pm. Out of hours, or if you wish to leave us a message, please ring the pre-school mobile on 07979 468467 or visit: www.henleypreschool.co.uk Bridget and the team
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ON THE GRAPEVINE QUESTIONS ON CASH With Independent Financial Adviser Nick Plumb Kate from Woodbridge writes: “I am a trustee to a life insurance policy taken out by my parents. The other trustee is the financial adviser who sold the policy to my parents. His company has recently gone into liquidation, he has disappeared and I understand that he is being sought by the police in regard to an investment fraud. I am obviously concerned about him being a trustee. Is there any way he can be removed and replaced?” The short answer is yes. Under section 36 of the Trustee Act 1925, as a trustee, you can replace other trustees in certain circumstances. These include: • If a trustee dies • If a trustee wishes to be discharged • If a trustee remains outside of the UK for more than 12 months • If a trustee refuses to act • If a trustee is unfit to act, i.e. if they are bankrupt It could clearly be argued in this case that the other trustee is ‘unfit to act’ and you should therefore write to the insurance company to explain the position and ask them to send you a deed of revocation and appointment of new trustees. If they do not have a pre-drafted form, a solicitor should be able to prepare the deed for you. Charles from Great Blakenham asks: “I recently applied for an insurance policy so that my family would have a lump sum if I died. I have received a letter from the insurance company telling me that following underwriting the premium has been increased from £29
WILL MONTH IN SUPPORT OF SUFFOLK AGE UK Did you know that two thirds of the UK population do not have a will? Whatever your age, making your will is a vital part of planning for your family’s future and ensuring that when the time comes, your family are supported and comforted by the fact that your wishes are being carried out. Throughout February, Suffolk Age UK have partnered with 12 Suffolkbased solicitors, offering a will making service with the fee being donated to Suffolk Age UK. Each solicitor will have a fixed charge for their will making service, that is a lower price than their usual fee, and the full amount will be donated
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per month to £48 per month on medical grounds. My bank, who arranged the policy for me, has refused to tell me why. How can I find out?” In reality Charles, your bank are not hiding anything from you. They simply cannot tell you why you have been rated as medical information is confidential and your bank are not told the reasons for the rating by the insurance company. The insurance company can only discuss this with you personally or with your doctor, with whom they would have corresponded to obtain medical information, with your consent of course. Give the insurance company a call to ask why you have been rated. If they will not discuss their decision over the phone, write to their chief underwriter. They must reply to your written request for information. You may also wish to speak to your doctor to find out what information was provided to the insurance company. Nick Plumb is an Independent Financial Adviser and Practice Principal at Plumb Financial Services. Post your questions to Nick at Plumb Financial Services, Baylham Business Centre, Lower Street, Baylham, Suffolk IP6 8JP, email nickplumb@aol.com or telephone Nick on 01473 830301. Nick’s opinions and views in this column are provided only as a general guide and do not constitute personal financial advice. Any readers who require advice should contact Nick to arrange a complimentary initial consultation to discuss their own position and requirements. Plumb Financial Services is regulated by the Financial Services Authority.
to the local charity, making a huge difference to supporting local older people with vital services. Solicitors taking part in this year scheme are from all across the county, and include Atkins Thomson, Blocks Legal, Christchurch Solicitors, Fosters, Goodwin Cowley, Gotelee, Gross & Co, Haywards, Jackamans, Michael Smith & Co, Norton Peskett and Watkins Stewart & Ross. The scheme will launch in January 2017 with appointments available to book throughout February. For full details about the scheme and how to take part call 01473 359911 or visit: www.ageuksuffolk.org If you would like to find out more about how you can support Suffolk Age UK, or about the services that the charity provides, visit: www.ageuk. org/suffolk or call 01473 359911
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ON THE GRAPEVINE SUFFOLK YOUTH OFFENDING SERVICE RECEIVES NATIONAL AWARD Suffolk Youth Offending Service (SYOS) has been awarded an Evidence Based Practice Award for their Enhanced Triage programme at this year’s National Youth Justice Convention.
Analysis of the pilot carried out by the Centre for Justice Innovation, evidenced that over six months, in the north of the county, there was a net benefit of 57k.
The award ceremony, hosted on November 29 by the Youth Justice Board, recognises and promotes effective practice in working with young people. The award comes in recognition of the youth triage and diversion programme which was piloted in Suffolk in 2015.
Councillor Gordon Jones, Suffolk County Council’s Cabinet Member for Children’s Services, Education and Skills, said: “I am thrilled that Suffolk Youth Offending Service has received this award in recognition of their stellar work with the youth triage and diversion programme. Working in partnership with Suffolk Constabulary has meant that SYOS and police officers have been able to make joint decisions about the best outcomes for the young people they work with. This has ultimately sped up the process, allowing young people to be referred and assessed much quicker than before.
SYOS delivered the programme in partnership with Suffolk Constabulary to divert young offenders (aged between 10 and 18) away from the youth justice system, whilst also delivering interventions to address the underlying causes of their offending.
Youth Offending Officer, Vicki Grice
The joint approach allows young people and their families to be visited at home within 48 hours of a referral being made, meaning that a decision and appropriate work with the family could begin very quickly after the initial police contact.
The aims of Suffolk’s triage and diversion programme are: • To reduce the number of first time entrants to the youth justice system • To reduce re-offending rates • Provide earlier and more effective engagement with victims and increased levels of victim satisfaction • Avoid additional cost to the youth justice system Young people diverted as part of the programme do not receive a formal outcome for the offence committed (for example a caution or court outcome), but instead voluntarily engage with a planned programme to address their offending.
“Since 2013/14 Suffolk has seen an almost continuous reduction in the number of young people entering the youth justice system for the first time. We have seen a 28% reduction over the last year and Suffolk has consistently achieved a lower rate than the national average. “We are confident that this figure will continue to drop, following the success of this partnership.” Sergeant Darren Oxbrow who leads the project at Suffolk Police, said: “I am delighted that the work of youth triage and diversion programme has been recognised by the Youth Justice Board. Our work with the Youth Offending Service has enabled us to provide outcomes that are more dynamic and effective when dealing with young people who are involved in low level crime. “Early intervention is often the key in stopping lives spiralling in the wrong direction. Understanding that children and young people can make mistakes but that this needn’t blight their future opportunities is central to this project. We are mindful that any interventions are proportionate and appropriate to the crime.
This work often includes support for parents and access to a variety of other services to ensure that the young person is receiving the available support, such as education or training and appropriate health services.
“By giving young people the opportunity to choose again, to make better supported choices, future re-offending really can be prevented, enabling young people to continue to pursue their goals and aspirations. The programme offers better outcomes for the suspect, improves victim satisfaction and ultimately reduces re-offending. Something we should all be proud of.”
In 2016 SYOS achieved the Restorative Service Quality Mark from the Restorative Justice Council, an independent assessment that the service delivers safe and effective restorative justice practice.
More information about the work that SYOS do and details of who to contact if you have concerns about a young person’s behaviour or risk can be found at: www.suffolkyos.co.uk
THE MACMILLAN MAMMOTH QUIZ The Macmillan Mammoth Quiz is back, now in its ninth year with a brand new, brain-teasing quiz for 2017. The Mammoth Quiz is Macmillan’s nationwide quiz. Simply put, it is the same quiz, being held on the same day, at the same time, throughout the country. The mammoth quiz even holds the Guinness World Record for the world’s largest simultaneous quiz. We need you to help make the 2017 Macmillan Quiz the biggest and best yet. Macmillan are looking for local groups and businesses across the UK to host a quiz on February 24 to raise vital funds for people affected by cancer. It’s a really fun and easy way to raise money for Macmillan, and you can hold your quiz anywhere from the local pub or bowling club to the office or school. It’s free to sign up to host a Mammoth Quiz. You will then be sent a welcome pack with your quiz and fundraising materials.
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SPORT TALES FROM THE 19TH HOLE Our penultimate event of 2016 was held at Bury St Edmunds Golf Club on a bright autumnal Friday morning in mid-October when 11 members competed, including birthday boy Scott. The bright sun sat low in the sky and made the ball difficult to follow, for some of us at least. It was equally troubling for the plethora of squirrels around the course, busy collecting nuts ahead of winter. Several had some near misses from stray white balls. Mike Mann required the help of his playing partners as he was driving the ball long and true all day, a great habit to get into on this course which had some particularly long, but tight holes. Playing partner Shaun looked on enviously as his game went to pot on the back nine, typified on the 15th hole, duffing his drive to the extent that the ball height exceeded its distance many times over. It finished about 20 yards from the tee, but worried low flying aircraft. There was no team competition at this event, instead we played individual Stableford. This clearly inspired extra competition in group three who introduced various side bets around the course. Tim took away some extra cash by topping this group while Steve won an individual ‘nearest the pin’. Brian and Ian just handed over their monies! Unusually we competed for ‘nearest the pin’ on two separate holes, which proved particularly good news for Alan Farnish who was closest to both the second and ninth pins (although his three putt on the ninth was a frustration). Our markers for the NPs and longest drives are only about the size of a matchbox, mounted on a telescopic metal spike, but allow sufficient space to record one’s name upon. However, Bury Golf Club had kindly distributed their own larger A5 size markers at the relevant holes ahead of our start. Terry Aldis, playing ahead of Alan’s group, took full advantageous of this on the ninth hole by not only recording his name, but drafting line after line about which club he used, where he aimed to factor in the breeze, how fast the green played, his inside leg measurement and so on. The LD marker on the 18th also had a précised version of War & Peace. Terry however would not be beaten this time, winning a prize for his fantastic drive. We enjoyed a lovely meal back in the clubhouse followed with a birthday cake dessert to celebrate Scott’s birthday. Scott was really being spoilt on his special day and even took home a special gift, the golden boot, or at least he would have done had current holder Terry remembered to bring it back. It was a shame really as Terry clearly had no desire to win the boot again; he scored a brilliant 18 points on the back nine to finish with 34 points overall. On another day this would have been good enough, but he was beaten into second place, on countback, by Mike Mann who scored 19 on the back nine. A first individual HOGS win for Mike since joining the society a few years ago, a popular winner and thoroughly deserved having played well many times throughout year only to be beaten into runner-up spot.
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SPORT / CHURCH NEWS BRAMFORD TENNIS CLUB Greetings guff lovers. In keeping with the time of year I thought I’d share my Christmas list with you. I bought Donald Trump a candy floss machine to ensure he has a ready supply of hair for those public speaking engagements to come. Teresa May got an Oxford English Dictionary to discover once and for all whether Brexit really means Brexit. Boris Johnson got an innovative stab proof vest which activates and protects the back if Michael Gove is around. Norwich City’s entire First Team squad get a dog each so that just once this season they can see if it’s possible for them to hold onto a lead. Ipswich Town squad got a tour of Google headquarters with special emphasis on the rear entrances so they can discover what the back of the net looks like. I got Nigel Farage a CD of his favourite song, I Never Can Say Goodbye by Gloria Gaynor and The Highways Agency got a special gift of a brand new correctly calibrated wind gauge which doesn’t trigger an Orwell Bridge closure the next time a passing sparrow suffers flatulence (after sitting on the A14 for two-and-a-half hours I had to self censor that one to make it fit for public reading). HRH The Queen got a B&Q over 60’s club card (other retailers are available) as she may need some discounts on paint in the next couple of years. Turning to the tennis club, I decided to stick with the CD theme. Nick and Graham got Stuck in the Middle With You by Stealers Wheel to reflect their league position, Adam and Matt got Amy Winehouse’s Our Day Will Come which will be very apt should they beat the old fellers above in the local, and the floodlit team got Baby It’s Cold Outside by Dean Martin in honour of their all-weather endeavours to come. JOKE OF THE MONTH A man goes into a bakery which has a sign saying ‘2 rolls £1’ in the window. “Excuse me, how much is one roll?,” he asks. “75p,” replies the baker, thinking he will have some fun. The customer says: “in that case I’ll take the other one!”
ST PETER’S CHURCH HENLEY www.claydonchurches.com Clergy The Rev Carl Melville: 833542 carlmelville@hotmail.com The Rev Cathy Austin: 830100 Churchwardens Richard Self: 831930 Margaret Gerrard: 831463 SERVICES IN 2017 ARE CHANGING There will now be a 10am service every Sunday (except on the fifth Sunday) January 1 11am
Joint All Age Service at St Mary’s, Gt Blakenham
Monday 2
Prayer Group, meets in church
9.15am
January 8 10am
Brand new family@henley – an all age service suitable for families, couples and individuals. All welcome.
January 15
Holy Communion
10am
January 22 10am
Brand new Café Church – church like never before! Relaxed and chilled worship, coffee and breakfast treats.
January 29 11am
Joint Service at St Mary’s, Gt Blakenham
January 21
10.30am-1pm: Vestry Café
OTHER EVENTS AT ST PETER’S January 21, 10.30am-1pm: Vestry Café – light lunches served from noon-1pm. All welcome.
More guff next month,
January 27, 6.30pm: Games evening with ploughmans – suitable for all the family.
Mick Russ
February 10, 7.30pm: Puzzle evening
MISTAKEN IDENTITY While taking my daughter to school I saw a car in the church car park, so I decided to drop in on my way back and say hello. I thought I recognised the car as a friends, but as it turned out I was mistaken and had a conversation with someone I had never met before. Has that ever happened to you? Perhaps someone thought you were someone else. It can be a little bit embarrassing too. At the beginning of Jesus’ life on earth the shepherds, wise men and even King Herod knew who Jesus was as they had learnt it from an angel, a star and the Old Testament scriptures respectively. When Jesus began His earthly ministry, His own brothers thought He was deluded about who He claimed to be. Jesus claimed to be God and it was for this reason that the religious leaders plotted to have Him killed.
It is a question we all need to answer. Was He mad like His brothers at one time thought? Some wrote letters, which form part of the New Testament today. Was He bad? Making it all up, but then why would He die for a lie? Or is He who He claimed to be? WEEKLY EVENTS Tuesday: Weekly Prayer Meeting, 9.30-10.30am Wednesday: Home Group, 10-11.45am Thursday: Home Group, 7.45-9.30pm Friday: Children’s Club (primary school age), 6.30-7.30pm Sunday Morning Service: 10.45am-noon For more information contact: info@blakenhambaptist.org.uk / 01449 720357 www.blakenhambaptist.org.uk
When on trial they believed Jesus had come from Nazareth and didn’t know that He had been born in Bethlehem. It was at His death that a Roman soldier, who watched how He died, said: “Surely this man was the Son of God”. At one stage Jesus asked His disciples: “Who do you say I am?”
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CHURCH NEWS NEWS FROM CLAYDON GROUP CHURCHES
there was a great atmosphere and a very healthy profit of £1,537 raised towards maintaining the church building. Our thanks to all who helped on the day, provided stock and prizes, and/or delivered the leaflets.
Serving the parishes of Claydon & Barham, Gt Blakenham and Henley
CHRISTMAS THANKS Christmas is an incredibly busy time for those with church duties to add to the normal hustle and bustle of preparing for the big day. We therefore extend a big thank you to our ministry team, organists, choir, flower arrangers, leaflet deliverers and many others who ensured that our Christmas celebrations went smoothly and were appropriate for the real meaning of Christmas.
www.claydonchurches.com FROM THE VICAR So, Christmas came and went – I’ve put on several stone and still have a load of leftover food to get through! The New Year brings lots of opportunity to make resolutions like losing weight, not swearing or vowing to be better organised! They last all but two weeks – well, mine do anyway! This New Year is going to be a really exciting one for our churches. We have a series of new services starting, some of which will be ‘church’ as you’ve never seen it before. You can see services below for the coming month or for more information visit: www.claydonchurches.com Through your door soon you’ll receive some leaflets for our regular family and all age services, café church and information on christenings, baptisms and weddings. Christmas may have been and gone and we may have had a jolly time celebrating the birth of Jesus, God’s Son, but the message of his birth and life is worth remembering all year round. Why not join us sometime to explore what celebrating Jesus is really all about? We are here to journey with you – whoever, whatever, whenever. Here’s to a great 2017. The Rev Carl Melville carlmelville@hotmail.com / 01473 833542 CHURCH OF ST MARY & ST PETER The Parish Church of Claydon & Barham is situated in Church Lane, Barham IP6 0PT. For news, history, information and pictures visit: www.claydonchurches.com www.achurchnearyou.com/claydonandbarham Please note that St Peter’s Church in Claydon is closed for regular worship and is cared for by the Churches Conservation Trust. SUNDAY SERVICES As from this month we will be replacing our previous 10am Community Worship Service on the third Sunday of each month with a brand new, more much vibrant All Age Worship entitled family@barham. This will follow a format that The Rev Carl has been developing with others and has proved popular and successful elsewhere. Bishop Mike endorsed family@church by saying: “It covers all the bases in a very user-friendly way and I can see why it is so immediately accessible and popular with families.” The Rev Carl says: “It seeks to create a monthly safe, reflective and interactive church community for families, regulars and individuals, seeing everyone as family and as God’s children.”
BARHAM HALL PICNIC CONCERT We are pleased to confirm that the wonderful open air band concert at Barham Hall is returning to our calendar in 2017 after a year’s break. We have secured the services of Essential Sounds Big Band, the band that gave us such a great evening in 2015, and we are looking at the possibility of engaging the Three Chordettes to lead the singing for the Last Night of the Proms finale. The date is Saturday, July 8 at 7pm, with gardens open from 5.30pm. Final details including ticket pricing have yet to be decided, but if you would like to receive the early booking offer please email rogercolthorpe@ aol.com to ensure that you don’t miss out on what is always a very popular event. DIARY DATES FOR 2017 family@barham all age worship: every third Sunday in month Families@4.30 for Lent: Sunday, February 26 Ash Wednesday: March 1 Mothering Sunday: March 26 Palm Sunday: April 9 Good Friday Family Workshop: April 14 at 10am Easter Day: April 16 Church Fete: Saturday, June 10 Family BBQ: Sunday, June 18, 4.30pm Barham Hall Picnic Concert: Saturday, July 8 J-Team Holiday Club: August 9-11 CLAYDON & BARHAM CHURCH: DATES FOR JANUARY 2017 Sunday, January 1 All Age Family Service – The 12 Days of Christmas at Gt Blakenham, 11am No service at Barham Thursday, January 5
Sunshine Service at the village hall, 10am
Sunday, January 8
Holy Communion, 8am Parish Communion, 10am
Thursday, January 12
Young Families at the village hall, 9.30am
Friday, January 13
Communion at Alasdair Place, 2.30pm
Sunday, January 15
Holy Communion, 8am family@barham, our new 10am All Age Service followed by lunch
When there is fifth Sunday in the month, we will be continuing the practice of having one service for the Claydon Group. Each of the three churches will take it in turns to host this service. As January has a fifth Sunday, Gt Blakenham will be hosting the service on Sunday 29 at their normal time of 11am.
Sunday, January 22
Holy Communion, 8am Parish Communion, 10am
Monday, January 23
Ministry Team at Rectory
Tuesday, January 24
PCC meets in Church Hall, 7.30pm
With New Year’s Day falling on Sunday this year and with many still celebrating with family and friends, it has been decided to have just one service which will be at Gt Blakenham as they won’t have had a service over the previous Christmas weekend. Don’t worry – in February it will all be back to normal.
Wednesday, January 25
Communion at St Peter’s Court, 2.30pm
Thursday, January 26
Young Families Birthday Party, 9.30am
Sunday, January 29
Fifth Sunday Joint Service at Gt Blakenham at 11am, arrive at 10.30am for refreshments No service at Barham
Sunday, February 5
Holy Communion, 8am Parish Communion, 10am
Whatever age you are, with or without children, with or without a partner, whether you are in church every Sunday or rarely darken its doors, please come along and give it a try. You will be most welcome at 10am on January 15 and every third Sunday thereafter
BAZAAR RESULT By the time you are reading this our annual Christmas bazaar on November 19 will seem a long time ago. It was a lovely sunny day which is not quite what you expect (or want) for a Christmas bazaar. Attendance was slightly down, but a good number did come along to support us and
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