Wombourne Pages March 2016

MARCH 2016

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››› Update from your MP

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››› Local PGA Golf Tips

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I WANT TO EXPLORE WHY SOME PEOPLE DON’T SEEK INDEPENDENT FINANCIAL ADVICE. “ I don’t need it”: Have you really got the time, knowledge and expertise to research the thousands of investment products on the market, to find the best deal for you? If you work with an Independent Financial Adviser they will do this for you, carefully monitoring your investments in line with the agreed criteria. At FSC we aim to do this in an honest and trustworthy way, on a regular basis “Can I afford it?”: Expense may be a reason as to why some people have yet to seek Independent Financial Advice. Why not come in for an initial consultation at our expense, you might be pleasantly surprised at the costs involved. With our knowledge, experience and expertise it is likely that we can handle your savings and investments more efficiently than you can. Our charging structure is competitive and for the level of bespoke service you will receive we believe it will make it worth your while. We like to see our clients twice a year, more if we agree this is necessary for clients that have signed up for our ongoing service. We want to make our clients money, make them happy and build a good relationship with them.

“Can I trust an Independent Financial Adviser?”: When working with an Independent Financial Adviser trust is very important. The financial services industry is heavily regulated and our regulator, the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), keeps a very careful eye on what we all do and takes action where necessary. After 35 years in the industry I always aim to keep your money in the right place, at the right time, all the time.

My fellow Advisers and I at FSC believe we give good, honest, common sense advice and many of our clients have trusted us with their investments for up to 35 years. Don’t just take my word for it, please take a look at the testimonials from some of our clients on our website.

“I don’t want to risk losing my money”: Some people think that in order to make reasonable and sensible returns you need to take high risk. Our clients range from high risk takers to low risk takers. We will carefully assess your attitude to risk versus reward and recommend the most appropriate investments for you. Our clients use us because they trust us and we are their eyes and ears on the lower risk end of the market. When general market interest rates are low, we hunt out and aim to find products that give smoother but better returns than you can get on the High Street.

There should never be any barrier to getting good quality Independent Financial Advice, just keep an open mind, you’ve absolutely no reason to be afraid. We specialise in giving good honest advice that works, all at a sensible and reasonable cost. Why not give us a call and put us to the test? What have you got to lose?

Call: 01902 422333 Email: info@fscinvestments.co.uk Frank Cochran - Managing Director & Independent Financial Adviser, FSC Investment Services Ltd. The purpose of this article is to provide technical and generic guidance and should not be interpreted as a personal recommendation or advice. You are not certain to make money - you may suffer a loss. FSC Investment Services Limited is Authorised and Regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority.

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A Word From Gavin Williamson...............

One issue that has come up time and time again on the doorstep recently is access to Superfast Broadband. Residents in Wombourne are concerned that this essential service, which has increasingly become an essential part of our day to day lives, is becoming increasingly unreliable.

I think that it is disgraceful that South Staffordshire’s average download speed ranks as poorly as 567 out of the 650 parliamentary constituencies in the UK, so it is for this reason that I am campaigning to improve this service in our communities.

At present, the average download speed in some of the more rural areas of South Staffordshire stands at 5.7mb/s compared with 33.4mb/s in neighbouring urban constituency Wolverhampton North East, where 99% of residents are able to access Superfast Broadband compared to 72% of those living in neighbouring South Staffordshire.

I fail to see why there is such a disparity so I am pushing for real change. Rural areas should not be disadvantaged on the basis of their location. Residents in these areas have just the same need of broadband as those in the cities, if not more due to limited access to city centres.

Although we have seen many improvements to access to broadband following campaigns in many areas over the past few years, with some villages being connected to Superfast Broadband ahead of schedule, and the total number of ‘live’ cabinets reaching 300, we still lag behind in many others.

I would urge everyone who can to support my campaign and sign the petition so that residents of South Staffordshire will be able to enjoy the broadband speeds that residents in Wolverhampton have and not fall technologically behind. As usual I am always so thankful to those who come out and help deliver petitions for our campaigns. So far the weather has been unusually kind to us, but if you fancy lending a hand, or an umbrella, please do not hesitate to get in touch.

To contact Gavin Williamson call 01902 846616 or 0207 219 7150

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Tips From Your Local PGA Pro at Perton Park.....

With the Winter weather still hanging around here are some great tips to get you ready for the Golf Season.

So there is no excuse to get out and play, practise or even take some golf lessons as the Golf season is just around the corner. Call 07976894363 or email jeremy@pertongolfclub.co.uk.

Jeremy Harrold, Tel: 01902 380073 or email: jeremy@pertongolfclub.co.uk

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LOCAL CLASSES & GROUPS: WOMBOURNE SLIMMING WORLD: On Tuesday's at The Venerable Bede on Giggetty Lane Slimming World ( Wombourne ) is held at either 5pm or 7pm. Call Claire on 07942989989 for more info SLIMMING WORLD: On Wednesday's at St Bernadette's RC church, Rennison Drive, Wombourne is held at either 9.30am or 11.30am.

Call Claire on 07942989989 for more info CYCLING GROUP: The SSCS promotes cycling as a fun and safe way to stay active and healthy by providing guided inclusive community based cycle rides in order to increase physical participation and improve well being across a range of age groups and ability levels. For info and ride details please call April on 07794 710927 or Neil on 07910 023306 or find us on twitter/facebook WALKS & TALKS: Throughout the year Staffordshire Wildlife Trust and the RSPB have a series of walks and talks at various locations. Everybody is welcome all events. See www.connectpages.co.uk for the timetable.

WOMBOURNE & DISTRICT SCIENTIFIC & HISTORICAL SOCIETY: Meetings held on the 3rd Thursday each month at 7.30pm in the Wombourne Community Centre (Library Building). Email secretary@wombournescientificsociety.org.uk or see website at www.wombournescientificsociety.org.uk for more information and the timetable of events.

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Useful Numbers Gravel Hill Surgery: 01902 893375 Dale Medical Practice: 01902 892209 Willows Dental Practice: 01902 324230 Wombourne Clinic : 01902 892495 Wombourne Civic Centre: 01902 896300 Wombourne Library: 01902 892032 St Benedict Biscop CE Church: 01902 897700 St Bernadette's RC Church: 01902 893434 United Reformed Church: 01902 896116 The King's Way Church: 01902 898100 Wombourne Methodist Church: 01902 358420 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 Office: 01902 896300 Wombourne Volunteer Bureau: 01902 892492 If there are any other telephone numbers you think would be useful to the people of Wombourne then please contact us at wombournepages@gmail.com

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