Codsall Pages December 2014

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DECEMBER 2014

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Real Christmas Trees, Father Christmas and the Read the article from your local MP, Gavin Williamson, Christmas Shop – It is all there at Codsall & Wergs and see what he has to say about this festive season in Garden Centre this December.......... p3 & p20 the local area........... p11

Christmas at St Nicholas' Church.........

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Church services this Christmas.......... p5 Harlequin Panto - “Aladdin” - tickets for 4.......... p10 Visit the church for their Christmas Tree Festival with Top Model Designer with the Learning Ladder...... p12 wonderful displays created by local people........ p12 Winner, Winner, Christmas Dinner..... p13

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Codsall Business Index Home& Garden Ala rms /CCTV/Home Se curity Blinds Builde rs Ca rpentry Ca rpet & Inte riors Cle a ning Se rvices Domes tic Applia nce s & Repa ir Electricia ns Ga rden Centre Ga rdening & La nds ca ping Ha ndyma n Kitche ns Lighting Locks mith Oven Clea ning Pa inte r & Decora tor Pla ste rer Plumbing & Hea ting Property Ma intena nce Roofing Tre e Surgeon Windows, Doors & Conservatories

Eating & Drinking Pubs & Ca fe Re sta ura nts Motoring & Transport Bodywork Ma inte na nce Minibus Hire Ta xi Se rvice Classes, Groups & Events Da nce Cla s s e s Events Slimming Thea tre & Pe rforming Arts IT, Finance & Property Compute rs & Repa ir Office Letting Property Sa le s & Lettings Lifestyle, Leisure & Retail Antique & Vinta ge Centre Ba la nce Bikes Chris tma s Community Ca re Dis co Footca re Fune ra l Dire ctors Golf Clubs Ha ir, Hea lth & Bea uty Ironing & Altera tions Toy Shop Animals & Pets Dog Wa lking

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LANDLORDS – It's Here – New immigration checks for agents and landlords! ......

The Immigration Act 2014 places new restrictions on illegal immigrants accessing private rented accommodation. By law, landlords will be required to carry out document checks to identify if a potential tenant has the right to reside in the UK, before they grant a tenancy. Landlords will also be required to keep appropriate records during the tenancy and for at least twelve months after the tenancy has ended. Agents can carry out checks on behalf of a landlord, but are advised to confirm their responsibilities in writing. Where an agent has accepted responsibility for compliance with the new rules, the agent will be the liable party in place of the landlord. The new rules will initially be launched in the West Midlands from 1st December 2014, before being rolled out around the UK in 2015.

What does this mean for landlords? The requirement to carry out document checks only applies to: * landlords letting property located in Birmingham, Walsall, Sandwell, Dudley and Wolverhampton * all adults aged 18 and over living at the property * new tenancy agreements starting on or after 1st December 2014 In most cases, landlords will simply need to check the tenant's passport or biometric residents permit prior to granting a tenancy. Landlords will need to check original documents and keep a copy and appropriate records during the tenancy and for up to twelve months after the tenancy has ended. In a limited number of cases, where tenants do not have their documents due to an ongoing Home Office application, landlords can request a check using an online form. The checking service will then provide a yes or no answer within 2 working days.

The new law will mean private landlords letting property in these areas will have to check the right of prospective tenants to be in the country if they want to avoid potentially being fined up to £3,000 . This includes landlords who take in lodgers or landlords and tenants who sub-let property.

If a Landlord wishes to subrogate this responsibility to their Letting agent it must be done in writing and the Letting agents terms and conditions must show they are clearly taking on this legislative responsibility as the agent will be liable for a penalty if a breach of the rules is found.

If an agent establishes that a person does not have the right to reside in the UK and reports the matter to the landlord in writing, the landlord will be liable to a penalty if they grant a residential tenancy agreement to that person.

The Home Office has said it will evaluate the launch in the West Midlands, before rolling out the measures around the rest of the UK in 2015. For further information and clarification please contact Redstones Wolverhampton.

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Win 4 Tickets to the 7.30pm performance of Aladdin on Wednesday 21st January 2015 At Perton Civic Centre To be in with a chance of winning send the answer to the question below together with your name and contact telephone number by text to 07734 461934 or email codsallpages@gmail.com by 6pm on 4th January 2015

In the Disney version of Aladdin what is the name of the princess? a) Jasmine This is the 9

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b) Cinderella

c) Elsa

annual pantomime by Harlequin

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A Word From Your MP......... At the time of writing this in early November, Christmas decorations have already

hit the shelves in supermarkets, nights are drawing in and summer is already distant memory. The countdown towards the festive season has begun and thoughts will already be turning towards Christmas and New Year celebrations, bringing families, friends and neighbours together for this special time of year. This past year has been significant in bringing the country together to remember those who died during the First World War. I joined volunteers of The Royal British Legion one weekend to help them in their most important task, selling poppies, in Codsall and Perton. We have seen many events commemorating this special anniversary across the constituency, one being the South Staffordshire Walking Festival, which organised a special programme of walks which brilliantly told how each area was affected by the outbreak of war. I joined one of the Memorial Walks and found it incredibly interesting and was a brilliant way of commemorating those from our surrounding areas that gave their lives for our freedom. In contrast to these moments of commemoration we also witnessed the constituency coming together in celebration when I attended the opening of the JLR factory and International Security Printers on the i54 business park in Bilbrook. It was a hugely special occasion as the Queen and the Duke of Edinburgh were making their first trip to the region for the first time in 20 years. Thousands of people turned out to welcome them during their day-long visit to the area. I was incredibly honoured to be able to meet the Queen for the first time and thanked her for coming to visit the constituency. I have been waiting for an opportunity to be able to show off South Staffordshire to Her Majesty ever since I became an MP and could not have been more delighted for her to see the businesses on the i54 business park, which are bringing so much employment and prosperity to our local area. So from one celebration to another, it struck me the other day how quickly we are approaching Christmas, the time of year that is most important to be thankful for the friends, family and neighbours that we have. This year I have had the privilege to visit groups and organisations that take care those who need extra support and especially this time of year, I am thankful for the invaluable work that they do, and urge everyone in South Staffordshire to take some time to do the same. It will be fantastic to see everyone in Codsall come together in celebration of the festive season and I hope that you all have the most wonderful Christmas and a very happy new year.

To contact me call 01902 846616 or 0207 219 7150

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New Café Ledene now open DAILY from 9:00am Monday – Saturday and from 10:00am Sunday ALL WELCOME - Golfers and non-Golfers Hot and Cold Food and Drinks served daily in beautiful picturesque setting PGA Golf Tips from Jeremy Nicholls at Ledene Golf Centre..... As Christmas approaches, we look at some gift ideas to help you find the correct gift for the golfing family and friends on your Christmas list.  GOLF ACCESSORIES/ ATTIRE– The list can be endless here but good quality golf balls eg Srixon or Titleist are both popular brands and for the golfing attire a smart jumper is always a good idea, as well as a good quality waterproof top for those golfers who like to carry on playing through the winter.  GOLF CLUBS-When buying a golf club nowadays a lot of clubs are tailor made to suit the individual golfer (custom fitted).

Whether its a driver, set of irons or a putter make sure relevant information about the individual you are buying for is given eg height, handicap and age of the golfer.  GOLF LESSONS – whether you’re a total beginner or an established golfer. A golf lesson can prove to be invaluable. A beginner learns the basic fundamentals of a correct golf swing which sets you on the right path to learning to play golf, or as an established player you can tweak your golf swing or work on other areas of your game that you wish to improve upon  GOLF RANGE FINDER-for the more serious golfer these always prove very popular as they give you the exact yardage from the tee or where your ball is lying on the fairway. This enables you to choose the correct club for the yardage given. I personally use the Bushnell range finder but the Garmin GPS wristwatch is also another suitable alternative.

I hope the above gives you some help in choosing a gift suitable to your budget for the golfer in your family.

I would finally like to wish you all “ A very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year” from everyone at Ledene Golf Centre and I look forward to seeing many of you practicing and playing golf at Ledene over the Christmas holidays.

Ledene Golf Centre, Wood Road, 01902 847123 or 07711902149, play@ledenegolf.co.uk 14

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Useful Numbers Russell House Surgery: 01902 842488 Codsall Library: 01902 842764 Codsall Village Hall: 01902 843412 St Nicholas Church: 01902 842168 St Christopher RC Church: 01902 842891 Trinity Methodist Church: 01902 847490 Neighbourhood Police: 0300 1234455 Staffordshire Police: 08453 303132 MP: Gavin Williamson: 01902 846616 Souths Staffs District Council: 01902 696000 Staffordshire County Council: 01785 223121 Parish Council: 01902 842426 If there are any other telephone numbers you think would be useful to the people of Codsall then please contact us 20