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Deaths ARGYLE TERENCE (TERRY) On 15 September, on his 75th birthday, of Mirfield. Husband

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of Janet. Service at Dewsbury Crematorium, Friday 2 October at 12.30pm.

BROOKE PHILLIP ANTONY On 21 September, aged 60.

Husband of Andrea. Funeral enquiries to Michael Wright & Son Funeral Directors, tel 01274 871092.

DICKINSON NEE HOWROYD EDITH On 19 September, aged 86. Service at Dewsbury Crematorium, Monday 5 October at 1.15pm.

DIGHTON RITA NEE BROCKLEHURST Aged 75, of Norristhorpe. Wife of the late Graham. Service at St Peter’s Church, Hartshead on Thursday 1 October at 11.30am, followed by committal at Dewsbury Crematorium at 12.30pm.

DUCE ELIZABETH CORAL NEE SPINK Formerly of Cleckheaton, on 10 September, aged 87. Widow of Raymond. Service at St Mary’s Church, Gomersal, on Tuesday 29 September at 11.30am, prior to cremation at Dewsbury Crematorium.

HEELEY RONALD RON On 19 September, aged 92, formerly of Heckmondwike. Wife of the late Irene. Service at Dewsbury Crematorium, Tuesday 29 September at 2pm.

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SHAW NORMAN On 19 September, aged 94, of Mirfield. Husband of the late Mary. Service at Dewsbury Crematorium, Tuesday 29 September at 10.30am.

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On 22 September, aged 70, of Mirfield. Husband of Alys. Funeral enquiries to Eric F Box Funeral Directors, tel 01924 465402.

On 15 September, aged 92, of Batley. Service at Eric F Box Funeral Directors, Dewsbury on Thursday 1 October at 1pm, followed by interment in Cleckheaton New Cemetery at 2pm.

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On 15 September, aged 90. Wife of the late Percy. Funeral Mass today, Friday 25 September at 10.30am, followed by interment in Birstall churchyard.

On 21 September, of Carlinghow, aged 74. Husband of Mary. Service at Dewsbury Crematorium, Thursday 1 October at 11.15am.

REID ROBERT On 22 September, of Batley Carr, aged 66. Enquiries to The Bereavement Officer, Dewsbury Hospital. Tel 01924 816096.

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Cable theft gang faces jail time – and deportation Continued from Page 1 A search of the van and other vehicles led to the discovery of stolen cable and tools and cutting equipment including hacksaws. Further enquiries into the vehicles led officers to Patel, who was subsequently arrested. On July 28 last year, police found a site near Low Mill Lane, Ravensthorpe, which was used to strip or burn the casings off the stolen cable. Three vehicles, all uninsured and suspected of being used by the gang, were seized on September 10. One of them belonged to Balaiu and contained a sat nav device which placed him at the Elland theft a week earlier. Det Insp Glen Alderson, of the BTP, said after sentencing that the thefts were co-ordinated and premeditated. He added: “The group’s actions cost the rail industry more than £300,000 in costs and repairs.

“The irony is that it’s unlikely the cable would have any real value to them or anyone outside the railway industry. “Stealing railway cable is also incredibly dangerous. Anyone seeking to do so risks serious injury, or even death, through electrocution.” Mark Tarry, route managing director at Network Rail, branded cable thefts “mindless”. He said: “Trespassing onto the rail network to steal cable is extremely dangerous for a whole host of reasons. “It also ends up costing taxpayers huge sums of money to put right, as well as causing immense disruption and frustration for passengers. “We are continually developing better ways to protect the network from cable thieves. “We will continue to work with the BTP to prosecute anyone caught carrying out such a mindless act.”

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WH SMITH will cut the cost of some items sold in hospital outlets after Dewsbury and Mirfield MP Paula Sherriff intervened. The retailer charged 89p more for a 750ml bottle of water and £1.50 more for an A4 refill pad at Pinderfields compared to high street prices. It said store location and longer opening hours were factors in charging more at hospitals. But WH Smith, in a move Ms Sherriff (Lab) hailed as a “better deal for patients”, will now price

CLECKHEATON: Travellers forced a pub to close on Tuesday lunchtime when they blocked access. Police were called to the Silver Birch, near the Chain Bar roundabout, after a convoy of cars and caravans arrived at around 1.30pm. A customer who arrived for lunch at that time was told by a manager the venue was shut. The travellers, who occupied tables outside, moved on after 45 minutes after being spoken to by police.

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News in Brief Hospital Q & A

HEAD-ON SMASH TWO cars were involved in a head-on collision at a major junction in Batley yesterday (Thursday).

A blue Ford Fiesta suffered extensive damage at the intersection of Bradford Road and Batley Field Hill at around 1.30pm. Also involved was a white VW 4x4. Police and an ambulance attended but it is not known if any-

one was hurt. It is believed two vehicles travelling behind the Fiesta were caught in a four-car shunt. Police were said to have moved another blue Ford Fiesta and a red Toyota onto Branch Road to keep the busy junction open.

‘Despicable’ By David Miller DISABLED people in North Kirklees have to travel as far as Stockport for benefit checks, an MP has claimed. Paula Sherriff (Lab, Dewsbury and Mirfield) hit out at government contractor Atos over a backlog of appointments. The French firm has no assessment centre in the district – which means residents have to travel. They have a contract to run interviews for the new Personal Independence Payment (PIP), which replaced the Disability Living Allowance earlier this year for those with conditions which limit their ability to work. Appointments can be held in Leeds, Bradford or

Wakefield or further afield, depending on availability. Ms Sherriff said: “I’ve had distressed constituents contact my office regarding this issue. “I have also heard of many other cases where people are unable to attend their interviews due to the distances they are required to travel.” It comes after a claimant was told an appointment in Wakefield was cancelled and they had to go to Stockport – at three hours’ notice. Campaign group Healthwatch Kirklees found that others from the area are sent to Manchester. Atos, when asked by the Dewsbury-based patients rights groups, said they have no plans to open an assessment centre in Kirklees. Ms Sherriff has written to Secretary of State Iain

NORTH KIRKLEES: Residents can put hospital bosses on the spot at a meeting on Thursday. Mid Yorkshire Hospitals NHS Trust holds its annual general meeting at Pinderfields Hospital at 5.30pm. It will feature a Question Time-style panel debate run by an independent moderator. Those attending include trust chief executive Stephen Eames and chairman Jules Preston. To submit a query in advance, email communications@midyorks.nhs.uk or call 01924 543634.

Plea for refugees BATLEY: A councillor called for international action on the refugee crisis after travelling to help distribute aid. Coun Shabir Pandor went with the One Nation convoy to Europe last week. He saw row upon row of tents and shelters at Calais and elsewhere full of families with children and babies. Coun Pandor said: “We need some leadership from the international community. “This is going to be a black mark on humanity if we don’t reverse the trend of what’s happening.”

Disability benefit claimant told: ‘Sorry, Suicide verdict we can’t see you in Wakefield... can you get to Stockport for your appointment... three hours from now? MP CALLS FOR FAIRER DEAL FOR CONSTITUENTS

CLECKHEATON: A missing woman found near the Mann Dam bridge had taken her own life, an inquest heard. The body of Tracey Bamford, 46, was discovered by police on July 24, two days after she was reported missing from her home on Waltroyd Road. Coroner Martin Fleming concluded after hearing evidence at a Huddersfield inquest that she took her own life.

Duncan Smith and Atos about the affair. She branded the treatment of disabled people “despicable” and claimed the Stockport case is not a oneoff. “I urge anyone to come forward and let me know their experiences so we can tackle this issue together and ask for a fairer deal for Kirklees,” she said.

Assessors ‘could be breaking guidelines’ A CONTRACTOR could be in breach of Government guidelines on travel to benefit appointments. Healthwatch Kirklees advisor Shabana Ali detailed the rules after it emerged that some local disabled people are sent as far as Stockport for interviews. Appointments for the Personal Independence Payment (PIP) benefit have to be within 90 minutes’ travel time. There is no assessment centre in Kirklees and an interview backlog means some are sent to Manchester and Stockport. Ms Ali said: “The system automatically offers appointments that were outside

the 90-minute guidelines issued by the Department for Work and Pensions. “The travel distance appears to be based on looking at a straight line on a map, not on a realistic assessment of public transport times. “And we found Atos was poor at offering home visits for assessment that people are entitled to under their contract.” Atos had a deal for Employment Support Allowance assessments axed earlier this year due to poor performance. Ms Ali said the lack of a PIP assessment centre in Kirklees has a big impact on the sick and disabled. “We’re interested

‘The travel distance appears to be based on looking at a straight line on a map, not on a realistic assessment of public transport times’ – Healthwatch Kirklees advisor

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Mum: My hope for sex victim daughter

News In Brief Danger road listed BIRSTALL & SPEN VALLEY: A road has been named as one of the UK’s most dangerous. A seven-mile stretch of the A643 was 10th in a list compiled by the Road Safety Foundation. The route is known as Leeds Road in Birstall and Spen Lane in Gomersal and Cleckheaton. Areas such as between Howden Clough and Morley and Cleckheaton and Little Gomersal are known for speeding. Batley & Spen MP Jo Cox raised the issue with transport secretary Patrick McLoughlin. She said: “I want the Government to explore precisely why this route is so highrisk and what can be done to make it safer.”

Crash car flips over CLECKHEATON: A taxi was in collision with an estate car which flipped onto its roof last Sunday. The incident, in which a telegraph pole was knocked down, happened at around 6pm on Westgate, near the ‘Nosh’ takeaway. Three people fled the white Vauxhall Insignia estate. The driver of a Toyota Avensis cab ecaped unhurt. Police are hunting the three people. Anyone with information can call 101, quoting log number 1362 of September 20.

A MUM told of her 14year-old daughter’s ordeal after a sexual predator from Ravensthorpe was jailed. Umar Ali Hussain, of Broomer Street, admitted at Leeds Crown Court to two counts of sexual activity with a child. He was handed a prison term of six years and three months for offences in Dewsbury.

The girl’s mother said: “She went through an ordeal at the time and then when she had to give her video evidence. “She has also been slated by people who know Hussain but now I hope she can get on with her life. “Justice has been done and the sentence should send out a message to others. I hope my daughter

can now rebuild her life.” The court heard Hussain visited a house where the victim was staying for the night. He was one of three men present as the girl helped herself to a “modest” amount of vodka. After the other two left they had unprotected consensual sex on a downstairs sofa. The next night he

returned to the house and was kissing and cuddling the girl on the sofa and gave her a foot massage. When the adult responsible for the girl left, the pair went upstairs and had unprotected sex again. Hussain told police he did not realise she was under 16 until after the second time they had sex. In sentencing him, Judge Sally Cahill QC said

Hussain took advantage of the girl after she had drunk the vodka. She added: “At the time you claimed you did not know her age, but by your plea you accept you were fully aware of her age. “At the time she was only 14, a young person entitled to the protection of the law from sexual predators such as yourself.”

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Petrol station robbery OSSETT: A cashier was forced to hand over cash to a robber who struck at a petrol station. The culprit escaped with a small amount of money after threatening the worker at around midnight on September 14. He fled the Dewsbury Road premises on foot towards Lupset, having propped the door open with a brick. Anyone with information can call Det Con Bryn Hampshire at Wakefield CID on 101.

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By Staff Reporters HEALTH chiefs have admitted they are struggling to hire permanent doctors and nurses. Figures showed the Mid Yorkshire Hospitals NHS Trust spent £26.5m in 2014/15 on temporary staff. The Trust, which runs Dewsbury District Hospital, spent £21m the previous year. Mid Yorkshire has faced criticism from the Care Quality Commission for staff shortages on some wards. Director of finance Gary Boothby said increased spending is to help deal with such problems.

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Bill for agency doctors and nurses climbs to £26.5m He added: “We’re doing everything we can to increase the numbers of permanent staff. “Given all NHS Trusts are facing similar issues in terms of recruitment, we’re finding the labour market is very competitive. “We need to use agencies to ensure we have the correct staff levels for the number of patients. “Decisions on the use of temporary staff are always based on patient care needs and specifically patient safety.” Dewsbury & Mirfield MP Paula Sherriff called on Mid Yorkshire to “get a grip” on agency spending. But she also attacked the

Government and said: “In Yorkshire and Humber the overall number of qualified nurses has reduced since 2010. “On top of this, in 2010 the coalition government cut the number of nurse training positions. “This has led to 12.7 per cent fewer university places being commissioned by the NHS. “Where are the qualified nurses going to come from at a time when nurse training places have been cut? “And the Government, under their EU negotiation plans, are planning to send 30,000 qualified overseas nurses back to their country of origin.”

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A BY-ELECTION was due to take place yesterday (Thursday) after Dewsbury & Mirfield MP Paula Sherriff stood down as a councillor. Ms Sherriff quit her role in Pontefract on August 17 having been elected to Parliament in May. Within hours of her election, she resigned from her job as a dermatology service manager after pledging to be a “full-time” MP. Judith Badger, assistant chief executive for resources and governance at Wakefield

Council, detailed what happened next. She said: “Wakefield Council received an email from Coun Paula Sherriff at the end of May to say that following her successful election as the MP for Dewsbury, she wished her expenses as a councillor to be terminated with immediate effect. “On August 17 Wakefield Council received her formal resignation, with immediate effect, as councillor for Pontefract North.” In July, Ms Sherriff joined

Parliament’s health select committee and has since grilled NHS chief executive Simon Stevens and health secretary Jeremy Hunt. And on Monday her constituency office opened in the former Dewsbury Reporter premises. She and her team were previously based on Northgate. Phone numbers stay the same until new lines are installed. The correspondence address is: Old Dewsbury Reporter Building, 17 Wellington Road, Dewsbury, WF13 1HQ.

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Kids’ stuff CLECKHEATON: Three new services for children have been launched at the library. Free advice sessions run by the integrated youth team are being held on Tuesdays at 4pm until December 15. Games, arts and crafts are hosted on Thursdays at 3pm until December 17 (50p per visit). And a youth club featuring musical and sports activities takes place on Saturdays at 10am until December 19 (£1 per visit).

Kenya talk BATLEY: Find out more when Pat Alker will give an illustrated talk on Kenya at a Batley Probus Club meeting at the Older People’s Centre on Upper Commercial Street on Tuesday. Visitors and potential new members are welcome. Call 01924 471337 for more details.

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Heritage experts in a muddle over Tim’s pub WESTMINSTER ABBEY? Definitely. Buckingham Palace? Of course. The Old Colonial? Perhaps not... Mirfield landlord Tim Wood got a bit of surprise this week when he received an official letter from heritage experts asking him to complete a survey about his listed building. Tim, who runs the Old Colonial on Dunbottle Lane, was taken aback by the request as his pub was only built in 1986 and – as he readily admits – has little architectural merit. Historic England, formerly known as English Heritage, appear to have sent the letter and survey to a ‘randomly selected’ group of listed building owners, but Tim is still confused as to why he has been included. “It gave us all a laugh when we opened it, but we’re at a loss to know why they think we’re a listed building,” he said. “I’ve contacted the architectural

firm who are carrying out the survey on behalf of Historic England and they think it must be an error. “Perhaps we’ve been listed due to our war memorial or the historic military artefacts inside.” The national listing system marks and celebrates a building’s special architectural and historic interest and brings it under the consideration of the planning system so that some thought will be taken about its future. The older a building is, the more likely it is to be listed. In England, there are more than 376,000 listed building entries, with Mirfield boasting buildings including St Mary’s Church, the Calder and Hebble Navigation Cottage at Shepley Bridge and Northorpe Hall. Historic England had not responded to a request for comment by the time we went to print.

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Traffic comes from out-of-towners Dear Sir, The recent comments in this newspaper about traffic chaos in and around Mirfield may have struck a chord with many residents and commuters alike. There is a major factor to the volume of traffic entering and leaving Mirfield at key times – it’s the school run, but not by locals, but by people from well out of Mirfield. Cars and minibuses, MPVs etc, streaming down Calder Road, Ravensthorpe, from Savile Town and Thornhill Lees, along Huddersfield Road from up Westtown.

Let’s sort out these eyesores From: ‘Anonymous’, Dewsbury Dear Sir, It appears there is a general concern by the government and councils regarding regeneration being secured through development, and improving infrastructure by securing the re-use of land and buildings. This, in turn, would improve the surroundings to benefit the economically-deprived parts of the district, as well as improving its local image. Whilst Leeds Road is certainly not classed as a deprived or derelict area, its image is badly let down by the long-standing empty property, at the top of the cutting, originally Compton’s Newsagents. The business flourished under the Fryer family, who

Letter of the Week: B Senior, Mirfield At the other side of town a constant flow of traffic coming up the A62 from Heckmondwike and Dewsbury Moor, all bringing vehicles with children in uniform for Mirfield’s various schools. Waiting for children after school, they park on the pavements, block off people’s drive-

sold it on to a couple and here the business ceased trading. The property was then purchased by a local ‘businessman’, since when it has gone to rack and ruin; By now the hedge has been elevated to tree status, hiding what can only be described as a slum. Fortunately, I don’t live near the property but, as a longstanding issue of over 15 years, I fail to see why nothing has been done. If this was France, local residents would be up in arms, refusing to pay their council tax. But no, this is England and Brits don’t complain! – or maybe they have and their pleas have fallen on deaf ears. So, can I appeal to local councillors to get their fingers out and do something about this and other dilapidated properties. Oh, I nearly failed to mention there is also a boarded-up

ways, and park, in an often dangerous manner, upon the highways around Mirfield schools. A couple of years ago, my granddaughter and family relocated back to Mirfield and what a job it was for us to get a place sorted out at MFG. We were eventually successful in this. It was the fact that

off license on the corner of Bennett Lane, which can only be described as something reminiscent of a war zone.

We have a duty to our own From: Stephen Cass, Mirfield Dear Sir, According to Paula Sherriff MP (Politically Speaking, The Press, 11/09/15): “It is our duty as a nation to look after those in need.” What, all of them? Of course Ms Sherriff wasn’t talking about the needs of our own folk, homeless families, former soldiers struggling to deal with life after the trauma of fighting politicians’ wars, children who can’t find foster parents, the sick who can’t get the medication they need because ‘it’s too expensive’, etc etc. Paula has something more

PLANNING APPLICATIONS Mr Saghir Hussain, Oxford Grange Care Home, 30 Oxford Road, Dewsbury, change of use of nursing home to dwelling (within a Conservation Area). M Atkinson, 19 Blake Hall Drive, Mirfield, non-material amendment to previous permission 2015/91612 for erection of single-storey extension to side and rear and removal of existing conservatory. Mr Leon Crick, 34 Roebuck Street, Birstall, erection of one detached dwelling. N Hussain, Unit B Alexandra Mills, Alexandra Road, Batley, change of use from retail A1 to D2 leisure, for floors 1, 2 and 3. Kirklees Metropolitan Council, adjacent to 45 Norfolk Street, Batley, outline application for erection of three dwellings. Kirklees Metropolitan Council, land opposite to 32 Upper George Street, Heckmondwike, outline application for erection of three dwellings. Kirklees Metropolitan Council, 45 Brighton Street, Heckmondwike, outline application for erection of four dwellings. Kirklees Metropolitan

Council, land off 38 Upper George Street, Heckmondwike, outline application for erection of two dwellings. A Dickinson, 39 Lumb Lane, Roberttown, single-storey rear extension. E Terzic, 3 Rhodes Avenue, Heckmondwike, two-storey side extension and porch to front. J Ridge, Hopton Hall, Hopton Hall Lane, Upper Hopton, works to TPO(s) 22/95 within a Conservation Area. Netto Ltd, Northgate and Horncastle Street, Cleckheaton, discharge of conditions 15 (footway) and 19 (parking management plan) on previous permission 2012/93101 for extension to time to previous permission 2009/92638 for outline application for erection of A1, A2, A3, A4, A5, B1 and C2 development. E Taylor, 27 Farrar Avenue, Mirfield, dormer roof extension. S Dadibhai, 199 Headfield Road, Savile Town, variation of condition 2 (plans and specifications) on previous permission 2013/92615 for erection of detached dwelling and demolition of existing building. T Burgess, The Croft, 317 Halifax Road, Liversedge, sin-

gle-storey side extension. M Batley, 95 Bywell Road, Dewsbury, extensions and dormers to front and rear. F Moosa, 20 North Street, Heckmondwike, single-storey front and two-storey rear extensions. Mr & Mrs Mistry, 27 Sycamore Way, Birstall, singlestorey rear extensions. H Saqib, 182 Headfield Road, Savile Town, erection of extensions. TJ Morris Ltd (T/A Home Bargains), Unit 1 Ravensthorpe Shopping Park, Huddersfield Road, Ravensthorpe, advertisement consent for erection of two illuminated fascia signs. I Hussain, 1 Park House Drive, Thornhill, single-storey side extension and erection of front and rear dormers. E Clarke, Soothill Woods, Woodkirk, works to TPO(s) 05/78. E Clarke, land at Broomsdale Road, Soothill, works to TPO(s) 09/00 within a Conservation Area. M Nazir, 45 Brooklyn Terrace, Back Slaithwaite Road, Thornhill Lees, two-storey side and rear extensions and front dormer.

Anthony Tillotson, 62 Hightown Road, Cleckheaton, first floor extension and demolition of existing first floor extension. Learn.org.uk (Ltd), former Dewsbury Registry Office, Wellington Street, Dewsbury, extensions and alterations to form seven upper floor dwellings (within a Conservation Area). J Kennet, rear of 51 Fall Lane, Hartshead, erection of detached dwelling. J Greenwood, 30 Latham Lane, Gomersal, works to TPO(s) SP2/70. F Wilson, 229 Moor Lane, Birkenshaw, certificate of lawfulness for single-storey side extension. Mr A H Akram, 17 High Meadows, Thornhill Edge, detached gym/spa and garage with room above. M Rathmell, adjacent to 681 Halifax Road, Cleckheaton, outline application for erection of one dwelling. Joe Battye, Gothic House, 13 Park Road, Westborough, erection of detached dwelling (within a Conservation Area). S Ellis, 41 Staincliffe Hall Road, Staincliffe, works to TPO(s) 25/79.

we had to go to such lengths to secure a place at a Mirfield school that set me thinking in depth as to why people are commuting their kids, four or five miles in some cases, into Mirfield and bypassing other schools in their own geographical catchment areas. I think, first of all, that every child deserves a decent education throughout our country. But let’s manufacture some practical policies into the framework that makes a fair allowance for travel etc. I do not recognise any common sense or reasonable practi-

important on her mind, like the plight of tens of thousand of socalled ‘refugees’ allegedly ‘fleeing violence’ – and leaving their womenfolk, children, and elderly behind in the process. According to her we have a “duty” to look after these people (75 per cent of whom are young men) and the hundreds of thousands like them on their tail. Like the rest of her Labour colleagues, Ms Sherriff is critical of David Cameron’s offer to take in 20,000 of these ‘refugees’ over the next few years – she wants him to take many more. After all, the Tories only let in 600,000 immigrants last year – we’ve room for 10 times that many, haven’t we Paula? What was it that great Labour man David Blunkett said – “I can see no obvious upper limit to immigration.” Especially not when the majority of them can be counted on to vote Labour, eh Paula? This country is in a mess because the people we’ve elected to represent us in parliament are guided more by a lump in their throats than they are by the hard facts of life. That’s why with every day that passes our streets and towns become less English – our ‘leaders’ have allowed sentiment and wishful thinking to get in the way of sound judgement. Governments of all complexions have encouraged unlimited immigration without once ever considering its impact on the indigenous people of this land. That’s the measure of respect they have for us, the people they purport to represent.

They think it grows on trees From: RK Goodyear, Batley Dear Sir, The last election was fought on austerity and living standards by many politicians. Well, some people think that money grows on trees and they are entitled to the high life without lifting a finger. I don’t know anyone whose soles are coming off their shoes. They may be able to fill their car boots by going to different

cal fact why kids are ‘bussed’ into Mirfield from outlying districts miles away, and it’s not just me spouting off; my neighbours all see it happening; folks talk about it in the shops, pubs and cafes. Our councillors just ‘tut tut’ and, for an easier life, just ignore one route cause of Mirfield’s gridlocked, and often dangerous, traffic situation. If you want our future votes next time around, act on things now please, because there’s a whole queue of us waiting to remind you of how you are failing the electorate.

food banks, who knows? Also, who owns all these topof-the-range big Mercedes and BMWs that have suddenly sprung up over the past two years, whizzing around the district? Opposition parties go on about the NHS and housing being stretched to breaking point, and yet want no upper limit to immigration, thus adding flames to the fire. Our own people, especially the young and pensioners, should be the first in the queue.

EU set-up has many faults From: Arthur Roberts, Dewsbury Dear Sir, The way in which the immigrant crisis has been allowed to escalate shows up the undemocratic leaders of the European Union. The EU’s early roots were formed after World War II by German industrialists – Mercedes, Volkswagen, Krupps (arms manufacturers) and Siemens etc, with an alternative vision of ruling Europe economically. They have succeeded under Angela Merkel, but the Brussels set-up has many faults: • Inefficient, corrupt, and undemocratic; • The leaders are chosen amongst themselves; • To cover faults, their ‘books’ haven’t been audited for about 12 years; • The borders fiasco cannot possibly be agreed by 26 different countries; • Members of the EU parliament only have to sign their attendance in the morning, then they can do what they want all day; fishing, golf, sight-seeing, anything. UKIP have shown it for what it is; an undemocratic talking shop. Norway and Switzerland are the richest countries in Europe: They are not even in the EU but can trade on favourable terms. Germany exports far more to us than we to them. We need to expand trade with the growing markets like India, China,

Brazil, Canada and other Commonwealth countries. Why pay £53m every day for 70 per cent of our laws to be forced on us by Brussels? This should be the first change the trade unions want; sealing our borders to stop the flow of immigrants from the world over, getting most of the jobs.

You did your bit once again From: Tim Wood, Old Colonial Dear Sir, Many thanks to those people who attended the fundraising event for 868 Sqdn ATC, held at the Old Colonial pub two weeks ago. The event was a tremendous success, and we are pleased with our efforts to raise money for an organisation that puts a lot of effort into supporting numerous events held within Mirfield. Congratulations and very well done to all concerned, you ‘did your bit’ once again.

So sad to hear about Jackie From: John Appleyard, Liversedge Dear Sir, On Saturday morning I read a number of newspapers which contained interviews with the author Jackie Collins speaking about her life, books and her sister Joan. She concluded the interview by saying she refuses to ‘mourn people, because everybody dies, death and taxes you can’t avoid either’. So it was a massive shock to hear on Sunday morning radio that Jackie had died of breast cancer. The same day a neighbour of mine was cycling from Manchester to Leeds to raise money for a cancer charity and to raise awareness of this brutal disease in which every year 55,000 are diagnosed in the UK and shows why breast cancer care work is so vital.

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AN AID worker told of the heartbreaking scenes he witnessed at a refugee camp in Austria. Steve Ali Davies travelled with a convoy of lorries which set off from Batley packed with donated goods. He worked with fellow volunteer chefs Tarek Islam and Usman Ghani in a camp near Vienna. They cooked food and gave other help to hundreds of refugees who have fled war-torn countries including Syria. Steve said the situation is bleak and added: “Every minute someone is arriving with different needs, from hunger to medical assistance.

“I’ve seen people crying for loved ones who are missing. A few times I stepped outside because it got too much.” He added that children, when given colouring pens and paper, draw pictures of houses and gardens. Steve said: “Almost all the drawings are of houses. All these kids want is a family home.” Batley charity One Nation, based on Oxford Street, Mount Pleasant, has co-ordinated the aid effort. Called Aid 4 Refugees, it is also backed by Dewsbury’s Institute of Islamic Scholars (Rabetah Al Ulama). Lorries set off from Mount Pleasant for a refugee camp in

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Calais last Thursday. They then went to Kaiserslauten, Germany, before arriving in Vienna at around 9.30pm the following night. What was initially an aid drop turned into a mercy mission when Steve and others decided to stay. Steve said: “Every person I met and helped with aid have given thanks and paid compliments. “Every minute preparing for this journey and every single mile travelled was worth it just for that moment to hear a stranger say ‘thank you’ for the aid they received. “The best thing has to be seeing people of all nationalities and religions coming together to help the needy.”

Council owed £7m in overpaid benefits COUNCIL chiefs are chasing more than £7m in overpaid benefits from last year, figures show. At the end of 2014/15 Kirklees was owed £7.1m – up 8.1 per cent from £6.6m the previous year. A Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) report showed the authority collected only £2.5m of that. Overpayment can come from benefit changes such as the under-occupancy charge, which critics call the ‘bedroom tax’, and the new Universal Credit. Some is also down to fraud and Kirklees sent 40 cases for prosecution, of which 30 were successful. Some 13,000 households in Kirklees are being pursued for some type of housing-related benefit overpayment. Recovery can include court judgements, voluntary agreements and making deductions from earnings. A council spokeswoman said: “The DWP send us regular and up-to-date information about changes in welfare benefit payments. “The council has also undertaken more benefit reviews over the past 12 months to check people’s circumstances. “All this helps to ensure correct housing benefit payments are being made to claimants and increases the amount of overpayments identified. Overall we expect to collect more benefit overpayments this financial year than in previous years.”

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Autumn venues From castles to courts and mansions to manor houses, luckily there are venues of every size, style and level of ‘swankiness’ available right on our doorstep. The next good news is that their prices also come down considerably after the peak wedding summer season, so what are you waiting for? Have fun visiting some venues and sampling their delicious menus. Then once you’ve found somewhere you both love, pick a date and get planning.

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Even though the weather may still be nice and sunny, autumn traditionally lends itself to warm, traditional roast dishes and ‘proper’ British puddings such as sticky toffee pudding and fruit crumbles. However, pig roasts and barbeques are also becoming very popular with autumn brides and can prove very cost effective for those on a budget. Consider also offering warming welcome drinks. For example you might offer a choice of mulled wine when guests arrive as an alternative to champagne.

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FILMING began recently on the second series of the BBC’s hit period drama, Poldark. Aidan Turner, its star, told me: “I love playing Ross Poldark and am proud to be a part of this production. The second series of 10 episodes presents a whole new set of challenges for both him and I, and I can’t wait for it to start off again.” DOC MARTIN actor Martin Clunes tells me that his love of animals has opened up a new world as far as his career is concerned. “I do get asked to judge more dog shows and voice-over pet food brands now, which is nice,” he said. “I genuinely love all animals, they are great fun to be around.” COMEDIAN Jack Dee is to be the new host of the BBC Two Apprentice spin-off show You’re Fired. He will discuss the week’s events in the Alan Sugar business entertainment show and quiz the exiting candidate on immediately after the main BBC One show. X FACTOR judge Cheryl has launched her latest perfume, which I am told will be given to all contestants as part of a goody bag on the show. Cheryl’s other role is the face of Greggs the bakers – I wonder if there will be sausage rolls in the goody bag too? SIR TOM JONES may have been ‘let go’ from The Voice, but he says that he still thinks there is a place for a seasoned judge on a show. “I do get annoyed that we are put out to grass, yet look at our experience – it can only help the next generation can’t it?” he said. JOANNA LUMLEY has upset her legion of Twitter followers by revealing she does not in fact write her own tweets. “My agent does all that for me,” she said. “I mean I give her some

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responses but, no it’s not me.” So why bother with the account then, Joanna? STRICTLY COME DANCING host Claudia Winkleman likes to give the impression that she is a busy working mum while fronting numerous shows on TV. However don’t feel too bad ladies, as Claudia let slip she does in fact have a nanny, who “does far more for me than just looking after the children.” So not quite superwoman then... HE IS one of the most regular presenters on TV at the moment, but Nick Grimshaw’s presenting spot on The One Show didn’t go down too well with fans. A source reveals: “It was an idea that backfired really. Nick knows that his spot on the X Factor has failed to dazzle too, so he is trying anything right now.” SAMIA GHADIE, who plays single mum Maria, has already filmed her final scenes in Coronation Street and is now on maternity leave. She tells me: “It won’t be an easy road for Maria to return to, I can’t give too much away, but she leaves her job at Audrey’s and tries once again to go it alone.” Will she be happy though? PATSY KENSIT has had an actioned-packed life – and a two-year stint playing hardnosed businesswoman Sadie King in Emmerdale. The 47year-old actress has admitted that she still hankers after her old life in the ITV soap, which she left in 2006. “I miss Emmerdale,” the actress told me. “I would love to go back if the storyline was right, but it was a great job.”

EAMONN HOLMES downed a glass of wine live on air after soldiering through an incredibly awkward TV interview with 70s pop idol David Cassidy. Eamonn said: “I don’t know what his problem was, he seemed to be in a bad mood from the off really. But we soldier on and laughed about it afterwards.” EASTENDERS actor Davood Ghadami has said he would like Ross Kemp and his Grant Mitchell character to return to Albert Square. “I think he was one of the alltime great Albert Square hard men to me, and I know the fans would love it ... others have come back so why not him?” he teased. JAMES NORTON, who stars in the hit show Grantchester, says its success is down to the fact that it’s so English. “It’s set in a time when people had respect, so yes a far better period for many, and I also like the morals of Sydney too, he is a great chap to play.” IRISH superstar Daniel O’Donnell has been in rehearsal with Kristina Rihanoff – but he’s still got some work to do if he wants that Glitter Ball trophy on Strictly. “I am finding it hard to meet the challenge,” he laughed. “I think wow, why did I agree to this, but I want to show people I can be fun too, and what better way than this?” SIMON COWELL is determined to land Adele and Sam Smith for the X Factor live shows as the ratings go lower and lower. A source tells me: “He sees this as the key to helping the ratings, along with putting his own acts like One Direction in the live shows too.”

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ST JOHN FISHER increased their lead at the top of the Heavy Woollen Sunday League Premier Division to three points after winning 6-0 at Overthorpe Sports Club thanks to Rob Bordman’s hattrick, plus strikes from Dominic Riordan, Andy Godding and Rob Hiscox, who also missed a penalty. Mirfield Town lie second despite not being in league action. Matthew Moon and Scott Love both hit braces in Woodkirk Valley’s 6-1 win over Mount Pleasant. Danny Barton and Chris McGuire hit the others with Faisal Adam replying for Mount. Michael Chadwick aged four goals as AFC Chickenley won 6-3 at bottom side Oakwell Motel. Jack Smith and Sam Pickles fired the others with Oakwell replying through a Johnny Beverley double plus a Darren Fothergill strike. Millbridge WMC had braces from Patrick Sykes and Luke Sherman to thank in their 4-1 win over Birkenshaw, who replied through Dale Wright. In the Championship, Hartshead lead the way after their third straight win saw them beat Birstall St Patricks 5-0. Jamie Beever led the way with two goals, with Dan Laidlaw, Rob Johnson and Oliver Heatley also finding the net. Town Rangers lie in second spot after they won 9-0 at home to bottom side Ravenswharfe.

Liam Roe and Jayjay Pickles earned Marsh a 2-2 draw at fourth-placed Navigation. Heckmondwike Sports Club climbed to third place after George Porter (four), Joe Armour (hat-trick), Stanford Bube and Ross Palfreman all netted in a 9-4 win over Dighton WMC, who replied through a Kadean Fogarthy double, plus strikes from Brian Bradshaw and Michael Smith. Connor Gissing and Jordan Gorrick hit the goals for St John Fisher Reserves Ina 2-2 draw with Clifton Rangers. The Yorkshireman are on top of Division One following a 7-3 victory over Hanging Heaton Cricket Club thanks to a Joel Franklin hat-trick, a Nathan Franklin double, plus efforts from Ben Simpson and Ryan O’Hara. The Cricketers replied through Thomas Ramsden (two) and James Keen. Battyeford lie second following a 5-2 win at St Ignatius. Joe Green hit a brace for the visitors, who also had Ash Harper, Jamie Brannan and Matthew

Windle on the scoresheet. Tim Blackburn hit both goals for St Ignatius. Danny Stocks bagged four goals as third-placed FC Liversedge edged out Punch Bowl in a thrilling 5-4 result. Dan Fawcett hit the other, with Nathan Clarke hitting all four goals for Punch Bowl. Luke Hird, Joel Farrar and Nathan Foster all found the net as third-placed Birkenshaw Reserves won 3-2 against bottom side Scholes Athletic, who replied through Craig Wood and Michael Hutton. Batley Celtics had Rob Jackson, Ashley Barnes, Craig Singleton and Maciej Maslowski on the scoresheet as they won 4-1 at Clifton Rangers Reserves (Leevan Brown). In Division Two, Old Bank WMC lead with maximum points after they thrashed Snowdon 12-1. Joshua Cooke led the way with six goals, Robert Evans weighed in with four, with Tom Frizzell and an own goal completing the tally. Shakeel Pandor hit Snowdon’s consolation. Patrick Davies and an own goal accounted for Saville Arms’ efforts as they maintained second place with a 2-1 win at Field Head. In the only other game played, Ashley Slater (brace), Logan Hall, Ryan Tordoff, Jake Blackburn and an own goal saw Six Lane Ends win 62 against bottom side Shire, who replied through Mark Mallinson and Liam Noble.

KICKBOXING

BOWLS

First-round victory for Cheema

Mountain ends Wolfenden dominance

KICKBOXER Junaid Cheema defied the odds to beat the highly-experienced Brad Conway on the Combat Challenge Show at the Cedar Court Hotel in Bradford. The grudge match was on K1 kickboxing rules, with Cheema (pictured above right) the fans’ favourite on the night. Conway started round one aggressively, but Cheema kept his composure and countered with some good punch

combinations before landing a kick to the mid-section of Conway, forcing him to the canvas. With Dewsburybased fighter Cheema now on the front foot he didn’t look back, making several kicks on the legs and body forcing Conway to the

canvas once more. Conway did his best to get back into the fight, but was met by more kicks to the body and the fight was close to being stopped, only for the bell to ring signalling the end of round one. But Conway quit the fight on the stool, handing victory to Cheema. The KBW fighter donated money to the Wadi-El-Fara orphanage project based in the West Bank, Palestine, after the fight.

CYCLE SPEEDWAY

Whitham excells in Bury final HECKMONDWIKE travelled to Bury for their final round of the Northern Fours and Junior Grand Prix where Tom Whitwam excelled winning the Under 13s Northern Grand Prix. Justin Mawby rode well on his debut for Heckmonwike in Division Two, scoring 15 points making him the joint winner on the day. In the Under-13s, Peter

Bradbury made his debut on the track scoring a respectable five points and Whitwam’s overall points tally made him the Northern Under 13s Grand Prix winner for the second year in a row If you would like to get involved in cycle speedway contact Justin Naylor on 01924 507629 or email jusycom@yahoo.co.uk.

THORNHILL’S Gary Mountain (pictured below) won the 2015 Willie Cleveland Trophy beating five times previous winner Alex Wolfenden 21-17 in an entertaining final. In the earlier rounds Mountain bowled superbly, defeating Thomas Codman 21-17, Derek Robinson 21-18 and Steve Wainwright 2108 in the semi-final. M e a n h w i l e , Wolfenden overcame youngster Jack Green, Neil Gomersal, Gareth Price and Chris Rose 21-15 in his semi-final.

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Friday September 25, 2015

RUGBY UNION

Cleck RU lie bottom after heavy home loss found a footing in the game there was no looking back. Jamie Broadley was first to score for the visitors when he broke from just outside his own 22 to outpace the hosts defence and touchdown under the sticks. Mark Ireland converted and then added a penalty to give the South Yorkshire men a 10-0 lead. Number eight Nick Pearson increased the Tigers’ score with another try, breaking from the back of a scrum, but this time the conversion was missed. Cleckheaton’s pack had a period of dominance, camping on the Tigers’ line for an extended period and they looked certain to score from a driven maul,

NATIONAL LEAGUE THREE NORTH

CLECKHEATON SHEFFIELD TIGERS

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at Moorend

CLECKHEATON’S search for a win this season continues after they were comfortably beaten 41-12 at home to table toppers Sheffield Tigers in National League Three North. As with last week’s defeat to Huddersfield YMCA, Cleckheaton started the brighter creating some good opportunities against Sheffield. The South Yorkshire side struggled to get out of their own half in the opening exchanges, but after they

only for the referee to award the Tigers a penalty after a player joined the push from the side, which meant the visitors led 15-0 at the break. Cleckheaton started the second period brightly, playing to their strengths and keeping the ball tight. Tom Austin performed well and Richard Piper was always a handful for the opposition, but once again a Cleckheaton infringement undid all their hard work. Shortly afterwards the away side scored again to put the game beyond doubt after Lee Monks finished off a well-worked try in the corner. Sam Walker narrowed the deficit slightly after he

touched down out wide. But Ed Simmons soon enhanced the Tigers’ lead to make it 27-5. The Moorenders battled hard though and scored again through Jack Bickerdike. Mike Piper converted. Cleckheaton pushed for two more tries in a bid to earn bonus points, but it wasn’t to be as Sheffield scored two more converted tries in the last 10 minutes from Liam Wallace and Pearson. Cleckheaton fell to their third defeat in as many games, leaving them stranded at the foot of the table. Meanwhile, Sheffield Tigers are three points clear at the top.

Josh Malkinson attempts to break through Sheffield’s defence

MEN’S FOOTBALL

RUGBY LEAGUE

Albion end three-game losing Liversedge tumble after streak thanks to late penalty save fourth straight defeat NCEL PREMIER DIVISION EVO-STIK FIRST DIVISION NORTH

OSSETT ALBION DROYLSDEN

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at Warehouse Systems Stadium

AFTER a hat-trick of defeats in all competitions Ossett Albion finally got back to winning ways with a 1-0 home success over Droylsden in the Evo-Stik First Division North thanks to a last-minute spot kick save from Brett Souter. Albion created numerous opportunities and could have put the game to bed by half time as they desperately looked to make amends for their cup exit at the hands of Droylsden last time out. On seven minutes a long throw from Steven Nicholson found Connor Bower, whose quick fire shot was well saved. But the hosts didn’t have long to wait before breaking the deadlock. On 12 minutes Ross Hardaker’s pinpoint corner found Adam Jones at the far

was largely due to Craig Ellison in the Droylsden goal who made several one-onone saves, the most notable from Bower. And minutes before the interval Albion were inches away from doubling their lead after Eddie Birch’s well-struck shot rebounded off a post. In the second half the game was more balanced and Droylsden had more of the possession, but it was Albion who carved out the best chances. The visitors looked more dangerous in attack after the introduction of striker Match-winner Jones in possession Fernando Moke and post to head home. the substitute earned his side After going a goal down a penalty in the third minute the visitors offered little in of stoppage time after Josh reply and their only chance Wright’s foul. of the first half came from But Souter, who had little Brandon Zibaka’s wayward to do all game, was on hand free kick. to make a brilliant save and The game’s close scoreline seal Albion all three points.

WOMEN’S FOOTBALL

Belles’ strong start to the season continues West Riding League Div One

BATTYEFORD BELLES REPUBLICA LADIES

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at West Mills

BATTYEFORD BELLES first team comfortably beat Republica Ladies 101 in their West Riding Women’s League Division One clash. The new Belles strike partnership of Katie Clarkson and

Sarah Hemingway proved too strong for the visitors’ defence as they combined to score seven of Battyeford’s 10-goal haul. The hosts captain, Leanne Webster, opened the scoring on 15 minutes with a clever lob shot which found the far corner. Girl of the match Rebecca Banks, who filled in at right mid-

field also had a good game, scoring a brace following numerous assists. Meanwhile Battyeford Belles Reserves lost 3-0 to Tingley Athletic’s second string in a hard-fought game which was only decided by two late goals from Tingley. Battyeford boss, Chris Hoyle, said: “Many of the players in our reserves are

still new to the team and need time to gel, however, performances have been good and we just need to learn how to put chances away and close games out.” This Sunday Battyeford Belles travel to face Oulton Ladies and the Reserves entertain Farsley Ladies Reserves at West Mills (2pm).

Gerald Christian

PONTEFRACT COLL

LIVERSEDGE FC

at Harratts Nissan Stadium

LIVERSEDGE'S woes this season continue after they lost 2-1 away at Pontefract Collieries in the Northern Counties East

League. The hosts went ahead in the 14th minute through Aaron Moxom and mid-way through the first half Mark Whitehouse doubled his side's lead. However, in the second half Liversedge showed promising signs that

they could escape the rut they are in. The visitors halved their deficit in the 47th minute but struggled to create any clear cut chances for the remainder of the game. The defeat means Liversedge now lie 14th in the table.

Ossett Town caught out by defiant Farsley Celtic Evo-Stik First Div North

FARSLEY CELTIC

OSSETT TOWN

at Throstle Nest

FARSLEY CELTIC stunned Ossett Town by winning their first league game of the season in the EvoStik Northern Premier First Division North. Town’s best chance on their visit to Farsley came in the opening minute, but David Brown's shot was dragged wide. Former Ossett player, Robbie O'Brien, opened the scoring for the hosts in the 13th minute. He was given far too much space by the Ossett defence and they were duly punished. Farsley dominated the first half pinning Town back, but the visitors held on for half-time without conceding a second. After the restart Farsley continued where they left off. Chris Ovington

Chris Ovington stretches for the ball looked the most likely to score for Ossett in the second-half but no clear cut chances fell his way. On the hour mark things got worse for the away side after Farsley doubled their lead through man of

the match Paul Walker, who fired home from 20 yards. The hosts then sealed the win through another exTown player, Nick Guest, who pounced on a loose ball in the area.

Moor rallies round for Restall D E W S B U RY CELTIC and Dewsbury Moor have put their rivalry aside in order to raise money for Dewsbury Celtic Under-16 player Ben Restall. Earlier this year Restall (pictured below with his teammates) received the devastating news that he was suffering from cancer of the spine. As a result players and committee members from Dewsbury Moor organised a charity event in the hope of raising money to donate to Restall’s family. Generous participants supported a charity auction and raffle at Dewsbury Moor RLFC, which raised thousands. £1,000 of the money generated went to Restall's family and a further £1,500 went to the Candlelighters charity.

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Friday September 25, 2015

SUPER 8s: CHAMPIONSHIP SHIELD

Rams on a high ahead of play-offs SUPER 8s - CHAMPIONSHIP SHIELD

DEWSBURY RAMS WORKINGTON

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at the Tetley’s Stadium DEWSBURY RAMS bounced back from a shock defeat at Doncaster last week to record a hard-earned 27-14 win over fellow Championship Shield contenders Workington Town at the Tetley’s Stadium on Sunday. A dominant start from the Rams saw Aaron Brown and Ryan Fieldhouse help the hosts to a 10-0 advantage after 15 minutes before Dalton Grant went over. And former Parramatta Eels winger Etu Uaisele rumbled in shortly after to leave the Rams 20-0 up at the interval. Perry Whiteley and Brown then traded tries before scores from Elliot Miller and Jarrod Sammut led something of a revival for the visitors. But, after a period of steely defence, a late Tom Hemingway drop goal eased

nerves in the home camp and secured the Rams’ 19th win of the season in all competitions. Rams boss Glenn Morrison declared himself happy with the performance and said: “The first half was near perfect. Our defence was strong, we stuck to our gameplan, hit the right passes, used the ball well and we were clinical when chances came. “We dipped in the second half, produced a few errors and gave away some penalties which let them back in and gave us a harder game than it should have been, but, overall, we’ve got to be pleased with the win. “We’ve beaten the other three sides who are in the semi-finals over the last month, so we feel like we’re in a good place going forward.” In perfect conditions, the Rams got off to a flying start, working themselves into dangerous territory before Brown stepped over on the back of a trademark szhort pass from Anthony Thackeray. Next to go in was

Fieldhouse, who followed up a barnstorming break by Uaisele before pouncing on a loose ball after a failed interception attempt. The Rams were relentless in their attack and pushed further ahead on 25 minutes as a combination of strength and agility saw Grant go over. Uaisele got in on the act soon after to produce arguably the try of the game. When there looked to be nothing on, the Bradford loanee showed immense strength to strike through a number of would-be tacklers before forcing the ball down under a heap of bodies. Dale Morton hammered over a penalty goal soon before the break, but Town finally hit back on 45 minutes as ex-Shaw Cross amateur, Whiteley, crashed over to reduce the deficit. But the Rams were in again within just a few sets, Brown, now operating in the centres having started in the pack, breaking from 30 metres out before twisting his way over

PLAYER RATINGS DEWSBURY RAMS Ryan Fieldhouse Dale Morton Etu Uaisele Karl Pryce Dalton Grant Matty Wildie Anthony Thackeray Ryan Hepworth Tom Hemingway Makali Aizue Rob Spicer Luke Adamson Aaron Brown

SUBS Joel Farrell Nathan Conroy Paul Jackson Stephen Nash

MIRFIELD STAGS HULL WYKE

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at Hillrich Park

MIRFIELD STAGS will compete for their first piece of silverware after advancing to the RFL Yorkshire Men’s League Division One Grand Final following a hard-fought victory over Hull Wyke. The table-toppers, playing at their new Hillrich Park home for the first time, came out on top in a back-andforth contest against the division’s fourth-placed side. As a result, Richard Silverwood’s men will meet Siddal A, who overcame York Acorn A in their semi-final, at Castleford Tigers’ Mend-A-Hose Jungle Stadium on Saturday. Wyke took the lead on 23 minutes,

when Alec Hardie crossed for the game’s opening try. The full-back converted his own score to give the visitors a six-point advantage. But it took the Stags just five minutes to level the scores as Reece Spurr went over, before Ross Hayden added the extras. With five minutes left in the first half, Hardie slotted over a drop goal to give the East Yorkshiremen a slender 7-6 lead at the break. The Stags took their first lead of the game less than four minutes into the second half when Spurr crossed for his second try of the afternoon, Hayden on target again with the boot. But the lead was short lived and Wyke were back in front when backrower Kane Jackson went over. Hardie added the conversion again to restore the visitors’ one-point

an 18-6 lead into the break thanks to tries from Jordan Straker, man of the match Niall McKinnell, Cameron Berry and Connor Appleyard. Lewis Teale added two conversions. In the second half Queensbury had no

answer to Celtic’s dominance. Further tries from Charlie Heaton (two), and two more from Berry, which completed his hat-trick, rounded off a comfortable win. Celtic’s defence stood firm against Queensbury

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SUBS Carl Forber Karl Olstrom Perry Whiteley Stevie Scholey

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DEWSBURY RAMS Matty Wildie finds a gap in the Workington defence the line. Brown looked set for a hattrick minutes later but a Fieldhouse pass drifted forward and the visitors rattled their way back into contention thereafter. It was winger Miller, scorer of a crucial late try in the dramatic 20-all draw between the two sides in June, who strode over before the all-action

advantage. The lead quickly changed hands once more when Richard Casanove scored a 53rd minute effort. Hayden continued the game’s 100 per cent kicking record to give the Stags an 18-13 lead. With less than ten minutes left on the clock Francis Maloney scored the crucial try to push the Stags more than a converted try ahead for the first time all afternoon. Hayden was again on target to extend the hosts’ advantage. But the visitors refused to lie down, scoring back-to-back tries to set up a nervy finish to a thrilling game. Substitute Owen Jones-Barker and hooker Steve Mass both went over but Hardie was unable to convert either effort and the Stags held on to win an enthralling contest by three points.

Queensbury overwhelmed by Celtic’s attacking rugby DEWSBURY CELTIC Under-14s hammered Queensbury Under14s 50-6 in Yorkshire Junior League Division Four, having not played a competitive game in nine weeks. Celtic were strong throughout and took

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WORKINGTON Jack Murphy Sam Forrester Jason Mossop Jarrad Stack Elliot Miller Jarrod Sammut Jamie Doran Kris Coward Callum Phillips Tom Walker Alex Szostak Liam McAvoy

Grand Final showdown lies ahead for Mirfield Stags YORKSHIRE MEN’S LEAGUE DVISION ONE

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Tries: Brown (8, 48), Fieldhouse (15), Grant (25), Uaisele (35), Brown (48). Goals: Hemingway 1/2, Morton 2/4. Drop Goals: Hemingway (77).

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Sammut brought the in-form Cumbrians within 12 points. But that was as good as it got for the colourful travelling fans as Dewsbury fought manfully to keep the fervent visitors at bay in the closing stages, before Hemingway calmly slotted home a drop goal to seal the points ahead of Sunday’s crunch clash with London Broncos.

WORKINGTON Tries: Whiteley (45), Miler (64), Sammut (69). Goals: Forber 1/3. Ref rating: John Roberts (60/100) Attendance: 804

Sharks put in best attacking display of the season NATIONAL CONFERENCE LEAGUE DIVISION ONE

SHAW CROSS SHARKS

INCE ROSE BRIDGE

at Leeds Road

SHAW CROSS SHARKS beat Ince Rose Bridge 40-28 in a high scoring and thoroughly entertaining National Conference League Division One contest. Shaw Cross, played some of their best attacking rugby of the season. The Sharks scored seven tries by seven different players, highlighting the fact they are dangerous all over the pitch. Jack Gledhill, Robert Byatt, Ross Roebuck, Andrew Burland, Gregory Wilby and substitutes, William Poching and James Davies all touched down for the hosts. Meanwhile, Daniel Flowers had a good game with the boot kicking six goals. In reply, Bridge managed to notch up five tries of their own from Ryan Eccleston, Jamie Malone (2), Kenneth Baker and Nathan Docherty. Baker also kicking four goals to add to his points tally. The win means Shaw Cross narrow the gap between them and sixthplaced Ince Rose Bridge to just one point in Division One.

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Thornhill youngsters silence Keighley T H O R N H I L L TROJANS UNDER10S narrowly defeated Keighley Albion’s youngsters in a hardfought match. With the scores level at half time, Thornhill made the most of the downhill advantage in the second period. Frazer Cass scored twice and also tackled hard to keep Thornhill ahead shortly after the interval. This earned him the player of the match and top tackler award. Louie Creaser also scored twice to win the opposition player award. Meanwhile, Charlie Key won himself the parents award for his effort at full-back and Harry Yates won the magic moment honours for a great sidestep and yards made as a forward.

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SUPER 8s: CHAMPIONSHIP SHIELD

Bulldogs end the season with thumping victory SUPER 8S - CHAMPIONSHIP SHIELD

BATLEY BULLDOGS HUNSLET HAWKS

The Hawks’ fate had already been sealed by Whitehaven’s victory over Doncaster on Saturday, but they went out with a whimper in an 11-try rout. As for Batley, this victory was a good end to the season for John Kear’s side, although they will hope to achieve much more next season. The Bulldogs took the lead through an inventive try in the 11th minute. Scott Leatherbarrow started and finished the attack. He kicked through for Wayne Reittie, who gave out a roundthe-back pass which was kicked on by Shaun Ainscough, with Leatherbarrow grounding the ball for a try. Leatherbarrow’s half-back partner Cain Southernwood scored two minutes later after Ainscough’s brilliant inside pass released Sam Scott, who then offloaded to Southernwood to score. Ainscough soon scored himself after he bumped off a number of weak Hunslet defenders, and when Alex Brown scored following Shaun Squires’ interception from Danny Ansell’s pass, the game was over by the 36th minute. More misery was inflicted upon

Jimmy Watson Mo Agoro Danny Maun James Duckworth Richie Barnett Simon Brown Danny Ansell James Houston Jack Lee Kyle Trout Ryan Backhouse Matty Gee Danny Grimshaw

Batley’s Shaun Ainscough bagged two tries for the Bulldogs, one in each half Hunslet within three minutes of the second half. Ainscough played a part again, flicking on Leatherbarrow’s kick to Reittie who scored. Not letting relegation ruin their mood, the Hunslet fans were enjoying the day, and although the use of two green flares can’t be condoned, they deserved their moment when fan favourite Jimmy Watson scored in front of the vocal support. Unfortunately, that was as good as it got on the field for the Hawks, as

NCL DIVISION THREE

at Hood Lane Recreation Ground

CELEBRATIONS are finally under way for Thornhill Trojans after their 22-18 away win at Crosfields secured them promotion out of National Conference League Division Three. With two games still to play this season, Crosfields were resilient and refused to give up against the Trojans. The home side took an early lead after Nathan Taylor touched down, capitalising on Thornhill’s laspe in concentration due to an incident on the touchline. Jack Reid converted. Nevertheless, the visitors bounced back quickly when Joel Gibson made the most of Ben Kendall and Luke Haigh’s hard work to score an unconverted try. In an incredibly physical contest, Joel Gibson had to receive treatment after being singled out with some heavy tackles by the Crosfield defence after his try. The hosts’ hard-hitting

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SUBS George Flanagan Aaron Lyons Brad Brennan Mark Castle

Batley ended the season in style with three more tries. Adam Gledhill made sure he wouldn’t face a forfeit by scoring his first try of the season, before Adam Nicholson scooted under the sticks from dummyhalf. Ainscough’s man-of-the-match performance was wrapped up with a second try as he got the better of more disappointing Hunslet defence, before Watson raised the spirits of the Hunslet fans again as he scored his

Hard-fought win books the Trojans’ place in Division Two 22

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BATLEY BULLDOGS ended the season in style as they crushed relegated Hunslet.

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BATLEY BULLDOGS James Craven Wayne Reittie Shaun Ainscough Shaun Squires Alex Brown Cain Southernwood Scott Leatherbarrow Keegan Hirst Luke Blake Alex Rowe Sam Scott Brad Day James Brown Anthony Nicholson Adam Gledhill Sean Hesketh Alex Bretherton

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Gibson was targeted by Crosfields formula seemed to be paying off when they extended their advantage when Reid touched down and converted the try. But on the stroke of halftime the Trojans reduced their deficit to two points after man-of-the-match Liam Morley showed brilliant strength to hold off several tacklers and touch down. Gibson converted. However, Thornhill’s hopes of the tide turning in

the match were short-lived minutes into the second period when Jack Reid went over for his second try of the game which he also converted. Thornhill were given a lifeline on 51 minutes when Crosfields found themselves a man down after Ian Bowden was punished for yet another crunching tackle on Gibson. The visitors made the extra man count after Mendaugas Bendikas went over out wide to narrow the score. Morley converted And with just seven minuts left on the clock Gibson broke away and found Bendikas in support who needed no second chances to touch down and give Thornhill the lead for the first time in the match. Morley converted. Frustrations boiled over in the dying minutes which saw Crosfields’ Joe Moore and Thornhill’s Kendall set to the sin bin, but it didn’t deter from the visitors’ celebrations at the final whistle as it was confirmed they will be playing NCL Division Two rugby next season.

second through a kick and chase. But Batley made sure they had the last laugh as two breakaway tries finished the match, the first through Alex Brown who picked up a knock-on to race 70 metres. James Craven then wrapped up proceedings with a 50-metre effort after Ainscough once again made a clean break from deep, with Alex Bretherton converting on what is thought to be his last appearance for Batley as he contemplates retirement.

U-10s Warriors breeze past Siddal after Ellis’ four-try haul

Ellis on his way to another try

THORNHILL TROJANS UNDER10S WARRIORS continued their impressive start to the season after putting in a fine display against a very strong Siddal side. Acting half Henri Wood was the standout performer for Thornhill, running in a superb try which helped him scoop both the opposition and man of the match awards. Another top-class performance came from parents’ player of the match Felix

Ellis, who notched up four tries and a conversion. Connor Hickling led the defensive effort for Thornhill after totalling 29 tackles in the game and also touching down to get his name on the scoresheet. Meanwhile, Olly Brown’s leadership skills were on display which earned him the 100 per cent honours and Kye Hodgson took the magic moment award for a perfectlyplaced kick.

Batley Boys overcome Stanningley test BATLEY BOYS UNDER-11S edged out Stanningley in an entertaining match-up. Stanningley took the lead after their early pressure paid off. Batley levelled the scores through Kaiden Smith, after good work from man-of-the-match Bailey Aldridge and Levi Edwards set him up to touchdown in the corner. Top tackler and

spectators’ man of the match awards went to Thomas Fisher who performed brilliantly at dummy-half. Wilson Martin was another notable performer demonstrating his skill and pace. Martin’s hard work paid off after he collected a chip from Aldridge to touch down in the corner. But Stanningley refused to give up

and struck back to level the scores. However, Batley were determined to get the win and they sealed it in style when Edwards scored the try of the season after combining well with Aldridge. Batley Boys Under-11s are currently recruiting, please contact Darren Rhodes on 07921 506790 for details of training times.

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BATLEY BULLDOGS Tries: Leatherbarrow (11), Southernwood (13), Ainscough (21, 67), Brown (36, 77), Reittie (43), Squires (49), Gledhill (55), Nicholson (63). Goals: Leatherbarrow 8/10, Bretherton 1/1.

HUNSLET HAWKS Tries: Watson (61, 72). Goals: Houston 1/1, Brown 1/1.

Popple leads Batley Boys to All-Blacks win BATLEY BOYS UNDER8S performed well to overcome an in-form Crigglestone All Blacks. With both sides playing in a hard but fair manner it was Batley’s youngsters who opened the scoring. However it was a close contest and Crigglestone refused to go away, levelling the scores before half-time. In the second half Batley’s fitness paid off and they sealed an impressive victory late on. The hosts’ captain Evan Popple won the magic moment award thanks to his two skillful tries, Harvey Howe was named most improved player, Dylan Hall was top tackler and the man of the match honours went to Dominic Brown. Batley are on the look out for new players. Contact Paul Tomlinson for more details on 07444 325131. Send your sports reports, news and photos to Joe Link at sport@thepress news.co.uk

Morrison’s hopeful of play-off success By Joe Link Sports Reporter joe@thepressnews.co.uk

DEWSBURY RAMS boss Glenn Morrison believes form guides count for nothing in the end-of-season play-offs. The Rams face former Super League side London Broncos on Sunday (3pm) at the Tetley’s Stadium hoping to go one step further than last year by reaching the Championship Grand Final. But Morrison is refusing to get carried away, despite his Rams side having won each of their last four meetings with the Broncos. “The play-offs are a whole new ball game,” said Morrison. “We are confident we can win, given our good record against them recently, but we know that the Broncos can be excellent on their day and they showed that in their recent win over Batley.” Morrison’s men go into the

match on a high after a convincing 27-14 victory against Workington, who also made the play-offs, last time out. “To end the regular season like we did with such a strong performance was brilliant,” said Morrison. “We knew after the Doncaster defeat that we needed to improve our defence and we did, the players were brilliant against Workington. “All we need to do now is carry that form through to this Sunday, which will be easier said than done.” Another important factor for Dewsbury going into Sunday’s crunch game is that Joel Farrell will feature, despite pleading guilty to a grade A striking with the knees charge which he picked up in the 50th minute of last Sunday’s win. “The incident has been dealt with by the league’s judiciary service,” explained Morrison. “I’m sure Joel regrets what he did but he is still eligible to play this Sunday,

and in the play-off final should we get there, so I expect him to perform at his usual best against the Broncos.” But one player who definitely won’t be appearing in Morrison’s squad to face London is Wayne Godwin. The 33-year-old has hung up his boots after the Workington victory, having played professional rugby league for 15 years. Injury and a difficult adjustment to part-time rugby helped Godwin make the decision. “He has been a privilege to coach and play alongside,” said Morrison. “We had a great time together at Bradford and he has been a great member of the squad here at Dewsbury. “I wish him all the best in the future, with his work ethic he could be a success at anything.” Godwin is now set to concentrate on his studies having just started university, while continuing his work with a haulage company. MORRISON: Happy with his side’s end to season

Stags prepare for future with new home in Mirfield MIRFIELD STAGS have formally unveiled their new Hillrich Park home. Following months of groundwork at the former Taylor Hall Lane Playing Fields, the club has put the finishing touches to its new base. It has invested significantly in the venue, creating two rugby league pitches. One of the fresh surfaces is surrounded by a perimeter fence, designed to bring the club in-line with National Conference League criteria, ahead of a future bid to join the competition. Mirfield-born businessman Danny Matharu (pictured below with Ryan Sparks), has seen his Hillrich Care company claim official naming rights for the next 12 months. Coun Martyn Bolt (Con, Mirfield)

joined club officials and members of the workforce who helped the Stags’ dream become a reality in declaring the new-look venue open last Saturday. This came just hours before Mirfield booked their place in the Yorkshire Men’s League Division One Grand Final by defeating Hull Wyke at their new home. Mirfield Stags managing director Sparks said: “We have come an awful long way in just over 10 months of existence, so Saturday was certainly a proud moment for everyone involved in the club. “With the help of our fantastic sponsors and the continued backing of Mirfield locals, we have been able to create a new longterm home for rugby league in the town.”

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Kear expects improvements next season with help of new additions WITH Batley Bulldogs’ presentation evening taking place tonight (Fri) it is a time for head coach John Kear to ponder what could have been at the end of a frustrating Championship Shield campaign. In a challenging season which has witnessed Batley produce moments of brilliance John Kear remains upbeat about his side’s prospects in 2016. “Despite finishing fifth and not making the play-offs I have seen enough potential in my squad to be confident that, with not too many new additions over the winter, we can certainly challenge for the play-offs next season,” said Kear. “Our win against Hunslet last time out was evidence that we are more than capable of reaching the play-offs, we have just lacked consistency and made crucial mistakes at very important times.” But Kear has to hold onto his first team players if they are to progress next year. A task that was made trickier by Scott Leatherbarrow’s decision to sign a two-year contract with the London Broncos

Alex Brown’s boots will be hard to fill when he returns to Halifax earlier this week. Leatherbarrow scored in 21 consecutive games for the Bulldogs, the last of which came

in last Sunday’s win over Hunslet. “I’m not too concerned about Scott’s decision, it’s a shame he

has decided to leave the club but it is what he feels he needed to do and I wish him all the best,” said Kear. “But a lot of players have already signed new deals with us and they are all optimistic, as am I, that we will perform more consistently next season. “There will also be a few more additions that I’m sure will excite the Bulldogs fans over the winter.” If Kear’s potential signings come to fruition, Bulldogs supporters will hope they can be as successful as Alex Brown, after he joined Batley on loan from Halifax mid-way through the season. Brown scored 14 tries in his 13 starts for the club and his threat from the wing will be sorely missed by Kear. “It’s disappointing that we can’t sign him on a permanent deal, we’d love to keep him at Batley but he still has another year left on his Halifax contract,” said Kear. “We won’t give up hope completely on him playing with us again next year but that will depend on negotiations between us and Halifax.”

Walmsley up for Man of Steel award DEWSBURY-BORN St Helens star Alex Walmsley has been nominated for this year’s Man of Steel award. The 25-year-old prop is joined on a three-man shortlist by Leeds Rhinos’ duo Adam Cuthbertson and Zak Hardaker. The winner is deemed to have made the biggest impact on Super League throughout the season and is voted for by every player in the top flight of rugby league.

The results are analysed by a panel made up of a former Man of Steel, a current player and two members from the print and broadcast media. The Man of Steel accolade will round of a season full of awards for the former Dewsbury Celtic and Batley man, who has also collected St Helens’ Players’ Player of the Year, the club’s Player of the Year and Founder Members’ Player of the Year at their end of season dinner this week.