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leading champion of inter-ethnic was one of the selected, deserved few to be appointed an Officer of the Order of the British Empire in The Queen’s 2013 Birthday Honours list. Satinder Kaur Taunque B.A. B.T. P.G.C.E. Deputy Lieutenant of West Midlands was awarded the OBE for voluntary and charitable services to interethnic relations and to the community, in the West Midlands, at large. Mrs. Taunque DL has been engaging herself in a wide range of professional, social, cultural, educational, health and religious activities, plus voluntary services to the community since coming to the UK in 1969. Her contribution to intercommunity integration and cohesion ever since has been tremendous. During the past 43 years she has been working vehemently towards bridging the gap between the East and West, between the host community and ethnic minorities and was honoured by the World Punjabi Organisation for her community and voluntary work in the UK and abroad in 2011.

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t was a year to remember, having had the cream of Jamaican and American athletes in the city, pre London 2012 Olympics & Paralympics, and a stream of international medal-winning stars coming thereafter as Birmingham rolled out the red carpet for the very best that sports had to offer its citizens. And that was just the tip of what was a memorable ‘iceberg’ of events for the city, as it makes its mark as a truly world-class international venue. With the addition of the return to its celestial home for the Birmingham International Carnival, then the Malcolm Marshall Memorial Cricket Cup in Handsworth Park, the annual German Market, Caribbean Food Festival, St. Patricks and St. Georges Day celebrations, Eid Mela, Divali, Vaisakhi, BASS Festival, Chinese New Year, the Conservative Conference, the Yonex International Badminton Tournament, Sky Ride and the Birmingham Half Marathon, all now permanent fixtures on the calendar, it’s praise indeed for the work carried out by Birmingham City Council Assistant Director for Sport and Events, Steve Hollingworth.

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and West Birmingham Hospitals NHS Trust, Toby Lewis, along with Chairman, Richard Samuda and Non-Executive Director, Dr Sarindar Singh Sahota visited Guru Nanak Nishkam Sewak Jatha and the Nishkam Centre as part of their wider strategy to work with local community organisations to improve health and wellbeing across all communities. The esteemed guests visited the Nishkam Pharmacy which is managed through voluntary ef-

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They then visited the Nishkam Centre to understand what each organisation could do to assist the other and identify opportunities for collaboration, explored the strength of faith/community organisations, the vast social/ spiritual capital and the volunteering element that clearly existed and how this could be dovetailed with service needs to improve patient services and choice. Bhai Sahib Mohinder Singh, Chair of GNNSJ said: “It was an honour to welcome Richard,

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an all-time high. In respect of international sports and cultural events, no one has done more than Hollingworth to establish the city as an all-time great venue, for whatever your taste. “Far more people than ever before are coming into Birmingham Airport and the knock-on effect is massive. International federations and organisations want to see that Birmingham cares and, without doubt, we’ve shown the world that we do. We live in an amazing multi-cultural city and I manage a team of fantastically dedicated staff who deliver these services for all our citizens,” he said. Steve has secured BBC coverage of the athletics Diamond League and GB & NI Trials at the Alexander Stadium and the indoor Grand Prix meets, at the NIA, until 2020, so, for sports and cultural events, there’s no better place to visit than Birmingham.

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t is said that the average West Midlands man lasts just 24 minutes before boredom sets in at the shops when hitting the High Street with their partner. Research from Quidco1 found that West Midlands men’s patience wears thin when their partners take too long making a purchasing decision, or when stores or shopping centres get too crowded or chaotic. The study found that 33% of local men dragged along on shopping expeditions get so fed up, that they end up abandoning the trip altogether and going home early.

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However, reluctant male shoppers in the region can be cajoled into banishing their boredom with a trip to the pub – according to the survey – as 35% admit to enjoying shopping more if there is the promise of a pint at the end. Quidco Managing Director, Andy Oldham, commented: “Shopping has long been thought of as a pastime more popular with the female population, and the research appears to agree. With the average shopping trip in West Midlands lasting 2 hours, it’s hardly surprising that 14% of male residents would prefer to make their purchases online.”

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Eid-ul-Fitr

id-ul-Fitr, the Mulsim holiday marking the end of Ramadan, is upon us this month, as followers around the world celebrate with special prayers, traditional food, new clothes and gifts to the poor or needy. Many Muslims in the UK will be celebrating Eid ul-Fitr (also known just as Eid) on the first day of Shawwal in the Islamic calendar, marking the end of the month-long fast and the

start of a feast that could last up to three days. The Islamic holiday involves waking up early and praying, either at an outdoor prayer ground or a Mosque, dressed in their finest clothes whilst adorning their homes with lights and other decorations. Food, gifts and greeting cards are exchanged and children receive presents as Eid ul-Fitr is a joyous occasion with an underlying purpose to praise God and give thanks to him.

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Regional customs or moon sightings may cause a variation of the date for Islamic holidays, which begin at sundown the day before the date specified for the holiday, The Islamic calendar is lunar and the days begin at sunset, so there may be a one-day error depending on when the New Moon is first seen with this year’s throughout the UK falling on August 8.

he son of Marcus Garvey, Dr. Julius Garvey MD, will be paying tribute to his father, Jamaica’s First National hero and a major 20th century Civic Rights Leader, when he visits the UK on a 5-day tour in October. He will be meeting Civil Rights Leaders and other dignitaries as he visits London, Birmingham Manchester and Nottingham ensuring that there is a positive impact upon shaping the future of young people throughout the UK by them understanding their roots and to take a positive step forward in society. Focussing on education, culture and young people he will be visiting schools and young people’s groups, conducting university lectures and also hosting community events. Dr. Garvey will be joined by Dr. Cezley Sampson former special advisor to former Prime Minister P J Patterson of Jamaica and formerly contracted to UK DFID and seconded to the Government of Tanzania as Resident Infrastructure Development & Privatisation Advisor. Dr. Garvey, M.D., F.A.C.S, F.R.C.S.(C), F.I.C.S., F.A.C.Ph., F.A.C.C.W.S. is a board-certified surgeon specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of vascular diseases and is the Founder and Medical Director of Garvey Vascular Specialists. He is also presently an attending surgeon on staff of the Long Island Jewish Medical Centre. He is also a Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons (Canada), the American College of Sur-

Son of Jamaican icon to visit UK geons, The American College of Phlebology, the International College of Surgeons, and the American College of Chest Physicians. “You will learn something, be motivated by something and leave with something,” he said. His itenery will include a visit

to Birmingham on Wednesday 2nd where he will visit Birmingham Museum, lecture at Birmingham University, The Drum Arts/Theatre Centre, a reception from the Lord Mayor and a community evening event at the New Testament Church Of God, in Lozells.

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Reflecting Hope after cancer

A Masterclass with Fred Jerkins B lack Exposure Live presents a Masterclass with Multi Awards Winning Music Producer Fred Jerkins of DarkChild Entertainment. Multi-awarded music producer Fred Jerkins from the USA, has produced and written for: Michael Jackson, Spice Girls, Beyonce, Destiny Child, Brandy and Monica, Mary J Blige, Lionel Richie, Whitney Houston, Jennifer Lopez, Kirk Franklin, Mary Mary, Will Smith, Kelly Price, Alicia Keys, Faith Evans, Boys2Men, Brian Mcknight plus many more.

A Masterclass with Multi Awards Winning Music Producer Fred Jerkins of DarkChild Entertainment Fred will share his story about • How he got started in the Music Industry • Different Deals /Contracts • Judge a Showcase • One 2 One meeting (by appointment only) The cost to attend MasterClass and Showcase is £10. To perform at the Showcase and ONE2ONE meetings there are limited spaces contact Rena 07450064970

ith many worthy charities working tirelessly to raise necessary funds for their end means, the one which affects every single one of us as human beings, man, woman, or child is cancer. One in three people will get cancer and it’s the toughest thing many people will ever face. One charity that goes above and beyond, for cancer sufferer, plus

family and friends is the Reflecting Hope Fundraising Committee, who supports cancer sufferers in the community. Linked with the Macmillan Cancer Support, they do fundraising and go about encouraging people to fundraise for them. In operation for two years now, the Birmingham-based organisation is run by seven committe members, all with direct, or indirect, links with suffering cancer

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themselves. Members including; DirectorPaulette Rowe, Treasurer- Audel Goodall Secretary-Trudy Hendrickson, Events Managers-Ivy Graham-Wint and Paulette Williams and Event Support Assistance-Lee Foster and Tamsym Daley, all professionals in their own right, have hands-on experience of the life-threatening disease and all are fully committed to encourage as many people as possible to do their bit to fundraise for Macmillan Cancer Support: “We all volunteer our time to ensure that Macmillan gets as much support as they humanly can,” says Trudy. “Paulette started Reflecting Hope Fundraising Committee after she lost her mother to cancer. She was moved by Macmillan’s support, 24/7, that she felt she had to give something back and support them in return. The other members, who either suffered, or have people close to them who suffered, felt likewise and had to do something themselves. Just want more people to be aware about the ‘quiet killer’ with no regards to sex, age, or religion. Reflecting Hope is all about showing people that there is still hope afterwards.” The committee create awareness through talks at churches and community groups and will be talking in schools and events throughout Birmingham. Their next event is the Macmillan Cancer Support Charity Ball, at the CAP Centre, in Smethwick on August 24. All are welcomed.

Children’s designs on slowing down traffic

wo children from Woodmansterne Primary School, in Lambeth, have seen road signs that they designed being attached to lamp posts outside their school. Year four pupil Laura Kryger (left) and year one pupil Elisha Thomas Ingram showed off their designs before the signs were put up outside their school on Stockport Road, in Streatham. They won a competition run by the school to design road signs to remind drivers to slow down after the school and a number of residents in the Streatham Vale area reported speeding and rat running on several streets near the school.

The effort is part of Lambeth Council’s Cleaner and Greener Streets campaign which highlights everything we’re doing to make the borough a beautiful place sustainable place for everyone to enjoy. Councillor Imogen Walker, Cabinet Member for Environment and Sustainability, said: “We were delighted to support the children in this initiative. We have produced several signs from the girls’ two prizewinning designs and they will be displayed around the Streatham Vale and Streatham Common areas to remind drivers to drive carefully and slow down.”

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Awarded the Punjabi Cultural Award, in 2008, on behalf of the Punjabis in Britain All Party Parliamentary Group at the House of Commons, for her promotion of Punjabi culture in Great Britain, she also won many other awards in recognition of her outstanding contribution and selfless community work. Actively involved in many voluntary

activities, Mrs. Taunque is also a volunteer chaplain for the Heart of England NHS Foundation Trust and a Resilience Champion plus a member of a large number of community and civic organisations. The daughter of a police officer and double police medallist in India, Satinder Kaur Taunque is married to Sikh community leader Dr. Jagjit Singh Taunque MBE DL and is mother of two children, a daughter and a son.

T l L-R: Caitlin Broadmore, Ben Taylor and Rosie Taylor are pictured with Birmingham Airport’s new mascot, ‘Zoom’, celebrating the announcement of ‘Sky Side’ at Birmingham Airport.

he Midnight Oil summit which was held at the Symphony Hall and the Adrian Boult Hall-Birmingham Conservatoire and is one of the United Kingdom's fastest growing faith based non- denominational BME youth gatherings. The Midnight Oil revival brought together more than 3000 young people across racial, cultural and denominational divides. However, on Saturday 20th July 2013, the hopes of director of Midnight Oil Seth Pinnock were somewhat shattered after the attendance dropped significantly after disturbances by protesters of the EDL. Seth, speaking with journalist Travis Chase said that the police, who were on high alert in surrounding areas instructed patrons who were on their way to the event, not to enter the Symphony Hall and that they must return to 'safer places'. Seth told Chase that several attendees of the Midnight Oil were threateningly chased away from the scene by members of the EDL who were gathered in front of Symphony Hall. On the day in question, three of Phoenix's reporters attempted to get inside Symphony Hall, but were told by a police rank on duty that we should get out of the area and that it was too dangerous to even come near Symphony Hall. Seth added that persons who were already inside of the Adrian Boult Hall Conservatoire from 8am to 3pm were told they could not leave, and were said to have been locked in during the violent uproar outside. To add insult to injury, patrons were told that they must pay an hourly rate after the time they were scheduled to be in the Conservatoire.

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Midnight Oil disrupted despite successful start by Travis Chase This comes on the heels of the attendees locked in the Conservatoire for hours without food or water. In light of the protest, Seth is

hopeful that the event will be compensated by the Birmingham City Council. He accuses the council of failing to inform organisers of Midnight Oil, that the protest was slated for that date. However, when I contacted Mahendra Chauhan of the City Centre management he told me that he was unable to comment on the issue and that he was not aware of the issues. Chauhan concluded that he cannot comment on the issue until the organisers give him official notice.' Once the organisers of Midnight Oil give me official notice then a public announcement will be made, as of now, I am in no position to comment' he said. Further, Seth said that

the Midnight Oil administration contacted the City Council before the event in a bid to find out if there were any other activities happening around Symphony Hall during activities of Midnight Oil. ‘When I called them, and asked them about any other activities, happening at the same time as my events, the council told me that they are not allowed to release such information and that the police instructed them not to release such' Seth la-

mented. Seth, aged 23 and deemed the youngest person to ever book the Symphony Hall for an event stated on his website that: "Midnight Oil Summit aimed to show young people that Christianity is exciting and relevant and has something to say about all areas of their lives." Seth shared, "We have brought together some of the UK's leading Christian speakers, teachers and artists to inspire, empower and motivate the young people and adults who attended but is saddened to see the disruption on Saturday's event. It is hoped that Seth will get some form of compensation due to this unfortunate set back which resulted through no fault of his own. It is clear that the numbers that were expected did not materialise as it was said that coach loads arriving from London were told to return home.

he ‘Sky Side’ experience, a unique and exciting free to join children’s adventure has been launched from Birmingham Airport this summer to give the thousands of youngsters jetting off on holiday an engaging and fun experience at the Airport before they fly. Starting from the moment they arrives at check-in and ending when they arrive at a themed ‘Sky Zone’- an area furnished with modern interactive games and activities, including touch screen tables, interactive floor

projection, a gazing station, music light beams and story-telling pods - the objective is for children to become a qualified ‘Sky Cadet’ like ‘Zoom,’ the scheme’s mascot who will offer support to children as they achieve the multiple challenges set out in their ‘Sky Pass.’ The 12 page Sky Pass will be issued at check-in and contains tasks, activities and prizes that will earn participants their ‘Wings’ to give to them access to the Sky Zone at the end of their journey through the Airport. Jo Lloyd, Marketing Director

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for the Airport’s said: “Customer service is a key business objective for us and we know that to offer ‘great’ customer service consideration needs to be given to all passengers – young people and adults. This is a unique and bespoke concept designed specifically to work in our terminal for our younger passengers and we know it’ll be a hit with children and parents.” Sky Side is available at checkin and a dedicated Facebook page and will run throughout the summer months.

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BUSINESS AND FINANCE

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Chamber backing to Leaders self-employment vision

B Business scheme to encourage cycling launched

scheme designed to imp r o v e cycling facilities provided by Birmingham businesses had its grand launch with a leading city employer in June. Erdington based Interserve,

part of the international support services and construction group, was formally given Top Cycle Location status – setting a benchmark for other firms and organi-

sations to aspire to in the coming months. Led by Birmingham City Council, the TCL initiative was designed as a way of supporting organisations citywide to help them meet the growing interest in cycling and demand for related facilities.

irmingham Chamber Only 50 per cent of UK busiof Commerce Group nesses seek help to aid their has given its full sup- growth. port to Sir Albert Encouraging businesses to Bore’s vision of creating jobs seek out help is not easy. There through self-employment and business support measures in conjunction. The Leader of Birmingham City Council also said that in the next year he wanted to work with BCCG with “a signposting scenario for Birmingham businesses”. The policy statement set out a plan for Birmingham, based on the Greater Birmingham and Solihull Local Enterprise Partnership area, to work more closely with the Black Country, particularly on transport issues. BCCG Chief Executive, Jerry Blacket, said: “We are delighted to see Sir Albert recognising the importance of signposting to local businesses. l Sir Albert Bore

needs to be a proactive aspect to the service that seeks out businesses with the characteristics and potential for growth. We also need to facilitate much greater levels of businesses being able to learn from each other through peer to peer networking, we know this can be one of the most effective ways of business getting the practical help they seek. By working with Birmingham City Council, we hope to depend our understanding of what a business support service should look like and the costs associated. The Chamber is already working with all the FE colleges in the GBSLEP area to create a single integrated offer for employers to make it easier and more attractive for small businesses to invest in skills training “

Warwickshire confirm 7-year partnership

arwickshire Bears has secured a new seven-year deal with global technology firm Elonex to be the Club’s Official LED & Technology Partner. As part of the new deal, Birmingham-based Elonex will take branding on the front of the t20 playing shirt and is planning to install several of its digital products in and around Edgbaston Stadium to enhance the customer experience. Elonex’s outdoor media brand, One Digital Solutions, has also taken branding on the front of the

Club’s Yorkshire Bank 40 shirt for the 2013 season. Nick Smith, Chief Executive of Elonex, said: “Working with the current County Champions is a great opportunity having recently transformed Edgbaston through a major redevelopment project. Warwickshire’s Edgbaston Stadium recently hosted five matches, including the Final of the ICC Champions Trophy and is set to become the UK’s home of Twenty20 cricket as it hosts the first of four successive Friends Life t20 Finals Days. Gareth Roberts, Commercial Director at Edgbaston, said:

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LEGAL SERVICES - IMMIGRATION

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IMMIGRATION UPDATE – SUMMER 2013

hilst we have been quiet in the column for the past month, that has not been true of immigration law generally. The Government has introduced a range of new measures which will greatly affect immigration applications being made. The Court has also had an input in certain changes and I have tried to summarise the more important changes and their effect.

£14,000 per annum, the Court’s view was that the income threshold was disproportionate and unjustified. The judge gave guidelines for consideration and criticised the lack of discretion available. This judgment will offer hope to thousands who simply found the £18,600 threshold difficult and onerous.

Right of Appeal for Family Visitors Abolished

Derivative Residence Card

In July 2012, EEA nationals received certain rights under new amendment Regulations that were introduced. The new laws allow for certain persons to be able to get a right to live in Britain in circumstances, for example, where they have a child who is an EEA national or caring for an EEA national relative. What has been interesting recently, however, is that the application form for this new Derivative Residence Card also provides that persons who are caring for British citizens can also apply for this Residence Card. This is a refreshing and welcoming change although there are drawbacks with the extent of

the rights persons have. It means, therefore, that where it was difficult before to regularise status if an overstayer was caring for a relative or other person in the UK as primary carer, with the new Derivative Residence card, he/ she can now legalise his/her stay in Britain.

New Hope for Low Earners Filing for Partners

An important judgment was

handed down on 5 July 2013 in the case of MM v SSHD (2013) which gives relief and hope to families especially spouses and partners filing for their non-UK spouse/partner, where the £18,600 threshold has been proving a difficulty. The Court has reviewed the requirement and, considering the UK minimum wage of £12,850, with most government workers making about £13,000-

From 25 June 2013, the right to appeal against refusal for a family visitor visa has been abolished. Prior to that date, where close family was refused a visa, an appeal could be made and the applicant submit further information to support their claim rather than make a fresh application. Now, any person who is refused a visitor visa, regardless of their relationship with the Sponsor in the UK, is not allowed a right of appeal, rather, they must submit a new application. This is really a ‘double edged’ sword, as given there was a charge of £140 for an appeal, with a wait of some six (6) months for a hearing, then persons applying for a six month visitor visa will

before a visitor’s visa is issued. In the event the applicant does not return to his/her home country, the bond would be forfeited. There have been angry reactions from the countries targeted, and there has been a subsequent suggestion that the bond may be lowered. However, it does appear that it will be introduced. Of course, if it does come on stream, then it is likely that it will extend to other countries and, therefore, even if your country is not currently on the list, then keep reading our page to see if it does eventually.

Landlords to be “Immigration Police”

The Government had recently announced that it would require all landlords to check all prospective tenants’ immigration status before allowing them to rent flats and to only rent to persons who are legally in the UK. Failure to carry out the checks would result in a huge fine. After some ‘backlash’, that the majority of private landlords, the government seemed to have diluted its position, but it is highly unlikely that that will be the last we hear of the matter. Watch this space.

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be somewhat better off as a new application would be at the same fee of approximately £90, and the wait remains approximately 15 days. For persons making applications for 2, 5 and 10 year visas, however, the cost will be more prohibitive in making a new application. Thus, it is extremely important that persons try to ‘get it right first time’ by seeking appropriate advice before applying.

Visa ‘Security Bond’ to be introduced

In June 2013 The Government announced that it was planning to introduce ‘security bonds’ for visitors coming to the UK from India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Nigeria and Ghana which it considers are ‘high risk’ countries. The intention is that from around October 2013, persons from these countries coming to visit the UK will have to pay a bond of £3,000

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You can now get free immigration advice for the UK, USA, and Canada by listening to Jennifer Housen as she is joined by a USA and Canadian immigration expert on Jamaican radio which you can tune in to (and ask questions) via the internet at http://nationwideradiojm.com on Mondays at 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. UK time (10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Jamaican time). Please remember to seek advice from a registered and regulated firm of Solicitors as there are many inexperience and unregistered persons who will take advantage of persons in vulnerable immigration circumstances. You may contact Jennifer Housen to book a confidential consultation by calling (020) 7738 6081. Consultations are also available in Birmingham and on weekends by special appointment only. Join us on facebook at http:www.facebook.com/immigrationuk.

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ennifer Housen is a barrister-at-law qualified to practice in England & Wales. Additionally, she is an attorney-at-law qualified to practice in the USA in the state of New York, and also qualified to practice in the Caribbean island of Jamaica. Jennifer was born in Jamaica and moved to Britain as a teenager. Jennifer gained experience in immigration law having been an oversight Director of Programmes on the Immigration & Asylum Accreditation Scheme when the UK government sought to set an assessment framework all for immigration lawyers and advisors. Building on her academic experience in the area, Jennifer’s immigration practice has helped thousands of applicants with their immigration matters including entry clearance, visitor applications, deportations, removals and leave to remain. She has particular associations with the Caribbean community and has a dedicated immigration office, Immigration UK Limited, in the Jamaican capital of Kingston, which has assisted her many clients over the last few years. She has appeared as a guest adviser on immigration law on several radio and television programmes in Jamaica and the UK. With an expanding immigration practice, and conscious of the needs of her clients in the UK who she had assisted with their entry clearance visas, Jennifer opened The Immigration UK Partnership in July 2011, together with Kemesha Lynch, an experienced immigration solicitor. The Immigration UK Partnership has worked intimately with its clients in their immigration matters including detention, indefinite leave to remain, discretionary leave to remain and deportation matters. The firm continues to go from strength to strength as it takes a personal and sensitive approach to its clients and their needs. The firm further supports its clients and the community by delivering free immigration seminars at various locations/times throughout the year. The Immigration UK Partnership’s office is in Brixton, London, however Jennifer is able to see clients in Birmingham by appointment. Questions can be asked through the firm’s Facebook page, but responses are limited as individual circumstances differ and may require an appointment. Jennifer Housen, Barrister-at-law (England & Wales), Attorney-at-law (USANY & Jamaica).

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aw firm Sydney Mitchell won their own prize in the Solihull Chamber of Commerce golf competition. The team of Gerry Moxon, Darren Whitehouse, Kam Majevadia and Pete Roden clinched first place in the Stableford competition, at the Shirley Course, to win golf shop vouchers, sponsored by their firm. The second place prize of shirt vouchers, sponsored by tailors Clements & Church, was won by accountants Harben Barker. Matt Harrison of Midway Care Group won the best individual score, sponsored by Shirley Golf Club. Nearest the pin prize was won by Mark Worley, from the NEC team, sponsored by Arup and Paul Nugent, of BHSF, won

the longest drive prize, sponsored by the Village Hotel. Dixie Dean, of Harben Barker, was unanimously voted the worst dressed player because of his liquorice allsorts colours and won John Lewis vouchers. Raffle prizes raised £325 for l The winning Sydney Mitchell team. L-R Gerry Moxon, Darren Whitehouse, Kam Majevadia and Pete Solihull Life Roden. Opportunities, day went extremely well, dewhich helps people in the borough who have spite heavy rain bursts and there was an increase in the number learning difficulties. Jane Jackson, Director of of teams who played over last Solihull Chamber, said: “The year.”

Will your Will stand the test?

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he legal profession is calling for the mandatory regulation of will writing after it emerged that one in five wills contain basic errors which could, in some cases, render them invalid. Martin Allsopp, president of Birmingham Law Society, advises caution when choosing a firm to draw up this important document. Drawing up a will has long been the preserve of solicitors. Around two thirds of wills are still drawn up by the profession. However, a growing number are

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now drafted by unregulated willwriters. The Legal Services Board (LSB), which oversees the legal industry in England and Wales, has launched a campaign to regulate these firms after its own research found 20 per cent of the wills that they prepared were faulty. So what are the consequences of a badly drawn-up will? If your will is invalid then your estate will not pass as you intended it to. Beneficiaries you wanted to inherit may lose out on their legacy, with others receiving the spoils. Your estate may end up

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liable for tax that it could have avoided. Meanwhile, your intended beneficiaries will end up having to invest time, cost and emotion in attempting to ensure your wishes are honoured. Despite the pitfalls of drawing up a will, any individual or company can, at present, set up a will writing service without any legal expertise or qualifications. Regrettably, they do not offer the same level of protection for consumers as solicitors. Solicitors are regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority (“SRA”) to ensure they deliver the best service to their clients.

Additional client protection offered by solicitors is professional indemnity insurance and access to the SRA Compensation Fund. As a consumer, you should have the confidence that your will is being drawn up by a trained and competent individual who understands the law and has the appropriate insurance. The LSB’s campaign has the backing of many groups, including The Law Society. In the meantime, if you are planning to have a will drawn up, exercise caution when choosing a provider.

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HEALTH AND FITNESS

Call for first aid education in schools snubbed by Government

s the British Red Cross and many other organisations are asking for the Government to make life-saving skills part of core subjects like Science and PE, details of the new statutory school’s curriculum completely fails to make any mention of first aid education, a move which flies in the face of calls for the contrary. With the UK lagging behind most of Europe in terms of the number of young people and students trained in first aid, studies show that only 20 per cent

Laser hair and tattoo removal now available at Birmingham hospital

eople across the Midlands can now pay privately to have their unwanted body hair or tattoos removed at a regional centre of NHS excellence. The Birmingham Regional Skin Laser Centre at City Hospital has one of the widest selections of skin laser equipment in Europe and is now able to offer private laser hair removal and tattoo removal treatment to people from across the city and beyond. Laser tattoo removal is the most effective way of removing unwanted tattoos, helping to fade and remove amateur, professional, cosmetic and traumatic tattoos.

Treatment inadequate for depression?

espite one third of patients suffering from depression failing to respond at all to current treatment, with a further third only experiencing a partial improvement of symptoms, sales of drugs for depression generated an estimated $5.6bn in the US, Japan and major European markets in 2012, according to research carried out by analysts at Datamonitor Healthcare. This suggests that a substantial market opportunity exists for drug developers, especially in the management of treatment-resistant depression. The leading business intel-

ligence provider, Datamonitor Healthcare surveyed physicians on the treatment of depression and prescribing habits across the US, Japan and Europe, the results of which are

collated in its recent depression reports. Lead analyst, Daniel Chancellor, said: “Our research has highlighted shortcomings in

the current treatment of depression patients, with existing treatments either lacking in antidepressant efficacy or bearing intolerable side effects for many patients. Drug developers must focus on improving the speed of onset of efficacy, eliminating typical antidepressant side effects and providing symptom control for the one-third of patients with treatment-resistant depression.” A new drug displaying any of these three characteristics promises to be well received by patients and has the potential to generate annual sales in excess of $1bn, despite the numerous treatment options already available.”

of secondary school students in England and Wales have learned first aid in the classroom; and just 4 per cent of them would step up in aid of someone needing first aid assistance, according to an ICM poll. This is only a sliver of a wider base of evidence which shows why the UK needs to build a generation of lifesavers by teaching them first aid from primary school level. Findings show 91% of students would like to learn first aid in schools; making it all the more unfortunate that government has

decided to ignore this essential discussion. With emergencies likely to happen anywhere, only seven per cent of people in the UK can correctly recall first aid advice and feel confident and willing to give first aid. So, simple skills learned in just a few minutes – like what do if someone becomes unconscious – can save lives. The decision by government to ignore BRC calls will rob the nation of future life savers.

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Fashion students’ designs dazzle at Catwalk Show

ashion students at Walsall College staged their dazzling annual Catwalk Show to showcase their wealth of creative talents. The atrium area of the college’s Wisemore Campus was transformed with an elevated catwalk and come alive for the show, which was an artistic collaboration between Fashion, Hair and Beauty, Performing Arts, Dance and Music students. During the show, a range of stunning collections that Fashion students have worked hard on throughout the year was unveiled with themes including pop art, wonderland and 1950s skirts in tribute to the fact that the college first opened in 1953 and is this year celebrating its 60th birthday. The catwalk models had their hair, make-up and body art styled by Hair and Beauty students, while the evening was hosted by Performing Arts students, include live performances by Music students and filmed by Media students. Christine Taylor, Curriculum Manager for Fashion at Walsall College commented: “The Catwalk Show featured designs created by all levels of Fashion students showcasing their skills and artistry. This year we’ve seen a number of students gain external recognition for their talents, from being named as a runner up at the NEC Clothes Show’s Young Designer of the Year competition, to having their designs manufactured for retail launches with well-known brands. The Catwalk Show was a great finale to what has been a very successful year.”

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Parisian designer adds French chic to H&M

&M has announced its autumn collaboration with Parisian designer Isabel Marant. With her effortless style, Isabel has created a widely influential and successful take on Paris chic, mixing urban attitude, boho elegance and rock ‘n’ roll spirit. She delivers a genuine French allure for H&M and will create a wardrobe of musthave pieces inspired by her signature style. Available from November, in stores worldwide and online, the collection features clothing and accessories for women and teenagers. Isabel will also, for the first time, create a collection for men. “I am flattered by this collaboration: H&M works with the

best designers and this invitation is an exciting honour. I aim at creating something real, that

women want to wear in their everyday lives, with a certain carelessness, which I think is very Parisian: you dress up, but do not pay too much attention and still look sexy. My take on fashion is all about personality," says Isabel Marant. Margareta van den Bosch, Creative Advisor at H&M, said: “We are excited to have Isabel Marant as a guest designer at H&M. The way she mixes different elements in her collections, creating a style that is effortless and urban, makes her very contemporary. She has a fantastic eye for ethnic detail and the rare ability to create something that people really want to wear. We are sure the H&M customers will be enthusiastic about this collection”

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or his latest blockbuster movie, Guillermo del Toro has turned for inspiration to Japanese Kaiju movies like Godzilla and filmmakers such as Mamoru Oshii to fashion an almost insanely ambitious tale of giant robots taking on mythical sea creatures. It's an exquisite and intricate mix of his own creations and those that pay homage to sci-fi and monster movie history. The focus is firmly on fun and furious, magnificent battle sequenc-

es which start in the depths of the ocean and reach all the way into space. As far as massive scale action and immersive worlds go del Toro achieves an astonishing feat visually. There are, though, problems with del Toro’s decision in not casting a big name in the lead role, as unfortunately Charlie Hunnam, who plays Raleigh, co-pilot of Gipsy Danger, the oldest functioning Jaeger Mark3, is not up to the job and is instead out-acted by the supporting thesps.

Idris Elba, Charlie Day, Ron Perlman and Rinko Kikuchi all make a much better fist of getting their jowls round the hammy dialogue. Del Toro has a thing for stiff-upper-lipped British scientists and casts Burn Gorman in this role in a doubleact with the maverick American scientist played by Day. It’s very silly, but Day is on form as a super fan of Kaiju and you can certainly feel del Toro’s passion through this character. The designs are stunning, but

Starring Charlie Hunnam, Idris Elba, Rinko Kikuchi, Dieg Klattenhoff, Charlie Day Directed by Guillermo del Toro

the movie is so large in scale that occasionally it ends up drowning in its own excesses. Nor do the attempts to supply the characters with the usual Screenwriting 101 father/son/ daughter issues help, as so many threads are crammed in it’s hard to invest in any in particular. Some of the comical one-liners are pretty cheesy too, but thanks to Charlie Day and Ron Perlman these become something to look forward to in between the booming battle sequences. The best of del Toro’s previ-

ous films had a knack of tapping into history to become something more than spectacle. It's perhaps unfair to expect Pacific Rim to do the same. Instead, del Toro achieves what he’s set out to do, bringing his inventions to life with all the gusto of a mad scientist. There’s originality here and no end of eye candy. Nonetheless, it's hard to escape the feeling that del Toro should be doing something more demanding with his gargantuan talent.

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D James Bond 24 may be named ‘Devil May Care’

he title of the 24th film in the 'James Bond' series will reportedly be 'Devil May Care', after the novel of the same name written to commemorate the 100th anniversary of 007's creator Ian Fleming's birth. The sequel to last year's 'Skyfall' will see Daniel Craig return as the fictional British spy, while director Sam Mendes has confirmed his return to the series. According to newspaper reports, the new film will take its name from Sebastian Faulks' 2008 novel which was written to

commemorate the 100th anniversary of Bond creator Ian Fleming's birth. The story for the book features 007 battling evil chemist Dr Julius Gorner, who is taking aim at the UK. After 'Skyfall' made £700 million worldwide - including being the highest grossing film ever in the UK, many fans were hoping to see Mendes and Craig's partnership continued on future films, and the director is glad to be back. He recently admitted: ''I am very much looking forward to taking up the reins again and to

working with Daniel Craig and producers Michael G Wilson and Barbara Broccoli for a second time.'' His future and commitment to the 24th film in the long-running series was uncertain because of his theatre work, but he spoke of his gratitude at being able to return. He added: ''I am very pleased that by giving me the time I need to honour all my theatre commitments, the producers have made it possible for me to direct Bond 24.''

irector Bryan Singer has teased us with another image from X-MEN DAYS OF FUTURE PAST, featuring none other than Nicholas Hoult and Hugh Jackman rocking some ‘70’s brown. From this image, it appears Hank McCoy has found some way of controlling his Beast

alter-ego. Either that or he’s just trying to steal some of Jackman’s limelight by standing around in similar looking garbs. I don’t blame him to be honest. The new film sees the young members of Xavier’s X-Men receive a terrifying message from the future about the mutant-killing Sentinels and horrific detention camps. It is up to the 1970’s

X-Men to avert this fate, with some handy help from some old faces that engage in some form of time-travel. It sounds like an incredible amount to deal with, but hopefully Bryan Singer can pull it altogether into a film that does the beloved comic story justice. X-MEN DAYS OF FUTURE PAST is out July 17th, 2014.

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Blue to headline Music Festival in Sandwell

oyband, Blue, will be headline the Sandwell Valley Music Festival this August Bank

Holiday. The 3-day Judgestock festival at the country park in West Bromwich will see the band who had number one hits including ‘Too Close,’ ‘If You Come Back’ and ‘Sorry Seems To Be The Hardest Word,’ headlining the show on the Monday with tribute acts paying homage to the likes of Kings of Leon, Lady Gaga, Pearl Jam, Foo Fighters, The Beatles, Madness and UB40 as well as local bands and young people

SYMPHONY HALL

A ‘star is born’ for Hollywood great

ne of the stars of the TV series Homeland, David Harewood, has been presented with his own star on the Birmingham Broad Street Walk of Fame. The Small Heath-born star who played the Director of the CIA in the American drama series said: "This is something I could never have imagined." He was presented with a replica of his star by the Mayor of Birmingham, Mike Leddy. Harewood continued: "I’m absolutely bowled over to be included alongside great names

Experience Asia’s finest in a Mid-day Mantra

his October, you can meet some of the rising stars of Indian classical music when three of the greatest musicians in their fields will be performing at the Symphony Hall, in Birmingham. In conjunction with leading Aisian arts company, Sampad, tabla star, Rishii Chowdhury, sitar

player, Jasdeep Singh Degun and santoor exponent, Kaviraj Singh Dhadyalla will be performing an ensemble piece to make you chill-out, take off your shoes, close your eyes and experience the richness and variety of Indian music heritage in a mid-day mantra which is something to behold. An experience surely never to be missed.

I grew up with including Julie Walters, Chris Tarrant, Lenny Henry and Jasper Carrot.” Despite attending two Golden Globe ceremonies in America he said he never forgets his roots: "Looking across the room at George Clooney, Johnny Depp, Brad Pitt - I keep thinking 'I'm from Small Heath. It doesn't strike me as real” he said. Last year, the Hollywood star returned to his former Washwood Heath School to help students put on a performance of Macbeth. The star to go on the ‘Walk of Fame’ is still being made.

from Coneygre Arts in Tipton confirmed for the weekend jamboree. One of the top-billed acts for the Saturday show is long-haired rocker Mitchell Emms from the BBC show The Voice. Profits from Judgestock will be split between Macmillan and the Mayor of Sandwell’s charities – The Birmingham Midlands Eye Centre and BUDS - Better Understanding for Dementia in Sandwell.

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Major investment for music’s next generation

irmingham took a step closer to securing its status as a major force in UK jazz music with the announcement that the Town Hall and Symphony Hall will significantly broaden the number of opportunities for young jazz musicians in the city. Through its Jazzlines and Education & Community teams grants totaling £175,000 from the Esmée Fairbairn Foundation and The Leverhulme Trust, spread over three years will enable THSH to increase its capacity to discover, develop and help promote young jazz artists via a range of projects and initiatives. Professional development workshops, bespoke masterclasses with leading international artists, summer schools, and performance opportunities at music venues and festivals across the city will ensure guidance, tuition and encouragement for young musicians– from their first access to jazz as children through to the early stages of their career as young adults.

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hree previously unheard duets by music legends Michael Jackson and Freddie Mercury recorded in 1983 are set for release in two months’ time. Queen guitarist Brian May has confirmed that along with bandmate Roger Taylorand producer William Orbit, he is working on the “unreleased material” which fans should hear in “a couple of months time”

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So week 2 of Johns Jokes I complained to the editor as I went from Page 10 to Page 13. I was then told that I was on the right hand corner so my picture will be the first thing looked at. I do apologise for all the extra accidents caused due to my picture. BA has made a statement about flights out of Heathrow. “I ain’t getting on no plane.” Police have confirmed a man has been arrested in North Yorkshire after falling into a combine harvester whilst trying to steal it. He is due to be baled tomorrow. Never date a tennis player. To them, Love means nothing. How funny that Mother-InLaw is an anagram of Woman Hitler. Killed a man yesterday using sandpaper. Didn’t mean to kill him, just wanted to rough him up a bit!

I met a fairy today that granted me 1 wish. I said I wanted to live forever. The fairy said I can’t grant wishes like that, so I thought for a second and said “OK, I want to live until Birmingham City win the Premier League” A Pound coin was thrown onto the pitch at Ibrox Police are trying to determine if it was a missile or a Takeover Bid. Just thinking earlier how far “The Stig” has come since his childhood days living on that dump. Good for him I say! Whilst hiking in Spain I saw a man hanging off a cliff. He shouted “Help, do you speak English?” While running to get help I said “Just cling on!” He replied “Ack Tooy Maj Highos!” Have you heard about the new film starring Mother Theresa and Bruce Willis? Old Habits Die Hard.

Mary Wakelam Sloan, Jazzlines Programme Manager, said: “The generous support, coupled with the existing backing of the Jerwood Charitable Foundation and BBC Performing Arts Fund, will empower us further to discover, develop and help promote a next generation of jazz creatives.” Birmingham musician, Reuben James, fast becoming Britain’s best young jazz pianist, is a perfect example of the city’s new generation, making waves at home and beyond. He is now playing with Ruby Turner, UK pop artist Sam Smith, was regularly performing at Ronnie Scotts and supported Wayne Shorter at Town Hall Birmingham. “It’s fantastic to be involved with Jazzlines - they have supported me for years and is a real force in Birmingham delivering youth jazz projects. I can't wait for our future projects together,” said 20-year-old Reuben.

l Mary Wakelam Sloan Jazzlines Programme Manager

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utting its way through the air as you stylishly barrel roll off to the side, the Parrot AR Drone 2.0 is super fun, easy to pickup, but devilishly difficult to master.

Droning on? Not with this Quadrocopter!

Most drones are way out of everybody’s price range, and at £280 the AR Drone 2.0 isn’t exactly cheap, but at least you can own a quadrocopter and be the envy of all of your friends. The 2.0 boasts a 720p HD camera on the front, working alongside a downward facing camera, which can either record to a USB stick mounted inside the drone, or stream straight back to your control device (iOS or Android) with recording available as well as taking still shots. Flight time is restrictive, with each hour long charge giving close to 15 minutes flying, however if you’ve got the money to get one of these, a couple of spare batteries are probably on the shopping list as well. The drone is equipped with 2 hulls, one made from expanded polypropylene, protecting the blades

for indoor use, and a more streamlined hull covering the internals but leaving the blades exposed for outdoor use. The drone does produce a lot of downdraft, so if you’re thinking of using it indoors, consider 2 things. 1 – Make sure you’ve got enough space, it’s quite a large piece of kit, and unless you’re rather well off, most rooms will

be restrictive. 2 – If you are lucky enough to have a large enough indoor space at your disposal, make sure loose paper, cards and small animals are held down securely. The camera allows for astonishingly smooth video (once you’ve got used to the controls), and flying around is both fun and will attract a number of people to you to find out more about the drone. The really difficult part of controlling a flying machine, taking off and landing, are thankfully and expertly handled by a handy take off button on the app. This really is an extravagant purchase, but if you are in the market for a Quadrocopter, especially one with all of the features that the AR Drone 2.0 from Parrot packs in, then you can stop looking elsewhere, the AR Drone 2.0 is the technology you’re looking for.

n the back of Deus Ex: Human Revolution, comes an iOS game set around the same time as events in Human Revolution. How will it fair considering the limitations of mobile (app) gaming? Keeping the same black and golden colour scheme from Human Revolution, the art design keeps the feel of DE:HR, but squished into a small and at times feeling quite cluttered screen. I tested The Fall on an

iPhone 5, and found the HuD taking up a lot of the viewable area, bearing in mind you’re using the touchscreen to move as well. The Fall brings the choice system along, allowing you to decide on different courses of action, however the most effective actions, at least from a control point of view, are those which call for stealth and tactics rather than an all guns blazing approach. The combat feels clunky, es-

pecially when trying to kill moving targets with any precision., and this really detracted from the whole experience for me, especially as The Fall has done so well in other areas trying to create a console game for iOS. If you enjoyed Human Revolution, and like the Deus Ex world, you’ll probably a great deal of enjoyment from this game, assuming you can wrestle with the controls. If you’re not a fan already, the controls may well get to you far before you get into the game.

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Hereward College students team up with The Phoenix Newspaper

tudents from Hereward College looking to move into a career in the Media and Journalism industry are to undertake a work placement at The Phoenix newspaper in Birmingham.

It is hoped that their time at the newspaper will encourage the students to become more confident in their skills and enhance their knowledge.

Some of the things the students will be doing include design work for the paper, writing articles for already established features and starting their very own features.

Working in partnership with the newspaper, Phoenix Managing Director Marcia hopes to help the students develop their knowledge and understanding of the world of media.

A student involved in the partnership, Katy Oakes, said, “I am really looking forward to working here and learning new skills. I have already enjoyed the amount of freedom and creativity I have been allowed to have, it’s allowed me to progress quickly!”

Students will be given the chance to work with staff at the magazine to develop their own features which will be featured either in The Phoenix or in our sister publication, Street Cred.

With a diverse range of students, it is hoped that the students will bring a wealth of knowledge and skills to the paper and help further promote it within the local community we serve.

The Phoenix Managing Director commented “I am excited to be working with the students of Hereward College to not only help them develop themselves but also to develop this paper. The skills that these students have already shown to us make me confident that big things will be happening in the near future. Watch this space!”

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To support the students, they will be guided and helped by senior staff at the newspaper

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University’s cultural cohesion ” recognised in awards

who will oversee their work and give them help on how to improve. Students will be given the opportunity to work either from college or they can work in the office and get a feeling for journalistic life.

Phoenix Managing Director added “We are looking forward to letting the students into our office and giving them a real taste of what it is like in the world of media work. They will be given the chance to work with our own designers and writers to further their own knowledge.

I am really looking forward to working here and learning new skills.

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Hereward College is a general FE College in Coventry providing both day and residential places. We welcome all students including those with diverse and complex support requirements. In addition to residential students, day disabled an non disabled students also attend the college.

oventry University received official recognition for the role it plays in helping to promote its city as a culturally harmonious place. The University was rewarded for its work at the Coventry Community Awards with their UK Culturae Mundi Team winning the Coventry Community Cohesion Awards 2013 for the Public Sector. Organised by the Coventry Partnership Equality and Community Cohesion group, in collaboration with Coventry Ethnic Minority Action Partnership, the annual awards celebrate the work of local people and businesses in helping to make Coventry a unified, welcoming and tolerant city. The UK Culturae Mundi team, part of the University’s International Experience and Mobility Service, was rewarded for its efforts both on campus and across

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Coventry as a whole in bringing people together from different ages, cultures, faiths and social backgrounds. Yolande Nicholls, Culturae Mundi Project Officer at Coventry University, said: “We celebrate multiculturalism on campus through cultural festivals, educational events and social occasions as well as participating in similar city-wide celebrations.

We also work in close partnership with local authorities, the third sector and civil society in general to strengthen the connection between the University and the city. All our work is ultimately geared towards supporting community cohesion so we are delighted to have won this award as recognition for our efforts.”

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oul superstar Beverley Knight visited her old primary school and officially opened her former secondary school after its recent rebuild. The soulstress visited Woodfield Junior and Infant Schools then went on to view the brand new facilities at Highfields Science Specialist School, in Penn. Her visit came just before she begins rehearsals for her lead role in a West End production of The Bodyguard later this year. Originally from l Singer Beverley Knight visited her old Penn Fields, Bever- primary school, Woodfield Junior and Infants School, in Wolverhampton ley made the trip as Woodfield prepares Beverley as she said: for its centenary celebrations, “Seeing all the old classrooms which begins in September. almost brought back tears. The Highfields was rebuilt as part of pupils showed great interest.” the Government’s £270 million Woodfield Junior’s Deputy Building Schools for The Future Headteacher, Heidi Perrett, said: programme which has seen all of “It was really tearful seeing BevWolverhampton’s schools rebuilt erley so moved by her memoor refurbished. ries.” The memories flowed back for

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BMC Jobs Fair inspires future workforce Hereward College students team up with The Phoenix Newspaper

tudents from Hereward College looking to move into a career in the Media and Journalism industry are to undertake a work placement at The Phoenix newspaper in Birmingham.

It is hoped that their time at the newspaper will encourage the students to become more confident in their skills and enhance their knowledge.

Some of the things the students will be doing include design work for the paper, writing articles for already established features and starting their very own features.

Working in partnership with the newspaper, Phoenix Managing Director Marcia hopes to help the students develop their knowledge and understanding of the world of media.

Students will be given the chance to work with staff at the magazine to develop their own features which will be featured either in The Phoenix or in our sister publication, Street Cred.

With a diverse range of students, it is hoped that the students will bring a wealth of knowledge and skills to the paper and help further promote it within the local community we serve.

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ast Birmingham was the focus as Birmingham Metropolitan College hosted their Jobs Fair for students and other young people looking for the ideal careers opportunities, apprenticeships, the best way to starting business and the best way forward for further and higher level education. Held at their Matthew Boulton Campus in the heart of the city, a host of companies and organisations, large and small, were on hand to guide young people

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through the maze opportunities available. Local MPs, Liam Byrne, Shabana Mahmood and Jack Dromey lent their considerable, combined support to a day that College Address:

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attracted the likes of sponsors, Nation Express West Midlands, with support from the likes of 102.2 Capital FM Radio, the City Council, Chamber of Commerce, Jaguar Land Rover, the National Apprenticeship Service, Young Talent for Business and Business Connecters,

to name a few. Real firms with real jobs training and first class advice. The College’s Direct of Marketing, Debbie Goode, said: “This was a real opportunity for young people, students and otherwise, to see what’s on offer in today’s competitive market. Employment opportunities, especially in East Birmingham, is seen as a premium, but with the wide array of businesses on show it was a confidence boost for young people.” A concerted effort made by people in Birmingham who care about the future of people in Birmingham. Great respect for a city that cares.

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he importance of keeping contact with our homeland is very important to the diaspora community and this was shared and welcomed by the community of the diaspora St Kitts and/Nevis up and down the country. The St Kitts/Nevis And Friends Association (Birmingham) welcomed their Prime Minister Denzil Llewellyn Douglas who has been the Prime Minister of Saint Kitts and Nevis since July 1995 to a population of just over 50,000. He leads the Saint Kitts and Nevis Labour Party and is the longest serving national leader. Joining him on the visit to Birmingham BCA (Birmingham Community Association Jenkins Street, Small Heath, home to many diaspora groups) was his Deputy Prime Minister Dr Asim Martin and Dr Norgen Wilson Special Advisor to Anti-Crime Unit under the remit of the Government. The evening was chaired by Charlene Daniel-James, and I was invited along to hear what the diaspora community wanted to share with their ministers. Like most diaspora communities there were concerns that really affect people here in the UK as well as those in St Kitts/Nevis, as the broker discussions about things that can be done to help the growth of the Islands. First on the agenda was 'The Vote', the Prime Minister was keen to impress upon the diaspora group that their vote does count back home. However all who want to vote,

must be registered to do so; as there is a specific form that must be collected on the return to Islands as these 'CANNOT' be sent out or 'COLLECTED' by anyone other than the person intending to vote. The large turn out of people from the diaspora completely understood the Prime Ministers points and were happy with the clarification of the process as they want the right to use their vote to affect change.

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him of house calls he had made in their time of need at anytime and without charge as they thanked him publicly for his generosity which they said they would never forget. Points were also raised about

reminding the people of the St Kitts/Nevis diaspora they have a part to play by lobbying their Local Council here in UK to take this forward to Government to address the points on why the charges to the Caribbean are so

the expense of the fares that people of the diaspora have to pay to return home for a holiday as they feel the cost is too high (and so say all the other diaspora communities). The Prime Minister addressed the point on the cost of flights by

high. Then it came to Dr Wilson to address the points on crime and the prison service. He gave credit that since the introduction of the new Chief of Police he has been very active and there are been a slight decrease in crime.

Demands

There were demands made from the group about cleaning up some of the attraction points around the islands especially those that are on or near the main roads that can be seen by tourist as they travel around. One person of the diaspora said 'this is a must' in order to give a better representation of their Island and restoring it to it's former state. As the meeting progressed more than one person had kind words for the Prime Minister who was formally a Health Doctor, many remembered being treated by him; and reminded

He acknowledged that the conditions of the prisons were not acceptable, neither currently the size of the prison and also the amount of people in the prison. The Prison was built for 59 prisoners, and now has over 280 prisoners in St Kitts Prison and 43 in Nevis Prison Farm which also include young offenders which the government acknowledges is not appropriate. Dr Wilson was able to report that they a have recently completed the building of a Juvenile Detention/ Remand centre for young offenders, this will be able to host 20 males and 10 females and this will open in September once the staff training has been completed. He also reported that land has been cleared in the country for a new prison to be built by 2015 if all goes to plan.

Each One Teach One

So as the title says 'Each one Teach one.......' here is one of Birmingham's proudest Kittitians who is sure that through educating the prisoners and using the Ministry to reach them, this can

make changes to their lives for the better. Before he set off for St Kitts/ Nevis Mr Simeon Clarke in his capacity of Prison Ministry Regional Director spoke to me at Newstyle Radio about his role and what he does with donations kindly given by people in the community. Items donated for this trip were toiletries, Stationary, Bibles, Flannels, Reading Glasses, Books, Underwear, etc to give to prisoners who have no family to purchase these items for them. Simeon donated paint to the prison so that they would be able to paint some of the walls in the prison to improve these areas. Simeon was please to report that there are a few things happening in the prison now to help to educate some of the prisoners, but more support is still needed to be able to help the prisoners progress. On Whit Monday the prison superintendent Mr Dorset allowed the prisoners to have a Graduation Day for those who took their exam in Maths, English and Accountancy. They also had activities where prisoners took part by, singing, acting, football, dominoes and reading poetry. The day was viewed as a total success. Simeon is still collecting items to send to St Kitts/Nevis such as, toiletries stationary, soaps or monetary donations to send over to support inmates, anyone wishing to donate to the barrel Prison Ministry send to St Kitts/Nevis please contact Simeon Clarke contact at be_st@hotmail.co.uk or on 07904142942

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CELEBRATING INDEPENDENCE

Jamaica- Celebrating 51 years as an Independent Nation

he Jamaican diaspora on Sunday 29th July Celebrated their 51st Anniversary of Jamaica's independence. The Margate beach was transformed into a Caribbean oasis as thousands descended on the beach to enjoy the chilly atmosphere, relax in the warmth of the Sun or get their boogie on

with mostly pulsating reggae and Dance hall music. Jamaica gained independence from the United Kingdom. In 1958, it became a province in the federation of the West Indies a federation among the British West Indies. Jamaica attained full Independence by leaving the federation in 1962.

HAPPY INDEPENDENCE TRINIDAD

he twin Island Republic of Trinidad & Tobago is this year, celebrating the Island's 51st Independence Anniversary. Trinidad, which is rich in culture and diversity in terms of the many festivals and holidays that occur throughout the year,

gained its Independence from the United Kingdom in 1962. Today, the country stands proudly on the shoulders of the giants who came before it and those who continue to fortify the country, both sung and unsung heroes of the nation.

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SIMMER DOWN SPECIAL

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SIMMER DOWN SPECIAL

Just getting bigger and better

ast becoming the UK’s number one reggae music festival, this year’s Simmer Down Festival certainly lived up to its billing with a day of entertainment that, again, was bigger and better than ever before. It was a wonderful showcase of music, dance and all round family entertainment that The Drum Arts/Theatre Centre so often does. And with Simmer Down, no one does it better. In this, its fourth consecutive year in Handsworth Park, the annual celebration of the city’s rich heritage and cultural diversity proved a massive tribute to the reggae heritage in Birmingham and the incredible influence it has worldwide. With headline acts including Jamaican multi-award winning super star, Half Pint, supported by Stikki Tantafari, plus the likes of Black Symbol, Fatman, Asha B, Divas of Soul, Sic’Nis 1Eye, Xova, The Voice’s LB Robinson, Lee Alexander, Oya Batcada and many

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more from home and abroad, this open air music festival is one that will remain high on Birmingham’s annual calendar of events, come what may. Mukhtar Dar, Director of Arts and Marketing at The Drum, said: “In just over 4 years ‘Simmer Down’ has grown to become the biggest reggae festival in the UK paying tribute to Birmingham’s reggae artists both past and present. Set within the beautiful surroundings of Handsworth Park, this year Simmer Down At its heart is the principle of celebrating the rich cultural heritage of our diverse communities and the contributions that we have made as an international city of culture. Attracted over 12,000 people, with families travelling from all over the region and further afield, Simmer Down is now one Birmingham’s leading festivals and it is certainly one of the most diverse festivals in the UK.”

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ADOPTION AND FOSTERING

ith a national shortage of Foster carers across the UK, there are more children than ever who need a caring and loving environment, which every child has the right to experience. Whether a crisis in the family, illness or relationship difficulties could be some of the reasons

S Adoption & Fostering Our ongoing campaign to help the children in need in our communities With support from

ince its launch 16 years ago, National Adoption Week has gone from strength to strength encouraging and inspiring people to think about whether they could give a safe, loving and permanent home to a child or children through adoption. Every year there are around 4,000 children across the UK who need to be adopted. This year’s National Adoption Week (4-10 November 2013), which is run by the British Association for Adoption & Fostering (BAAF), is appealing to people who have the space in both their hearts and their homes for a child or children who need a forever family . The charity is especially asking

why a child is placed in care. There are already so many fantastic individuals who foster and adopt children into their families- but we need more ! At the Phoenix, all of our team are committed to raising awareness of fostering and adoption through our campaign not just for the month of May, but for an entire 12 months!

people to think about whether they could parent a sibling group of children who need to stay together, children from some black minority ethnic communities, older children or a child with disabilities or complex needs. These are the children who wait longer to be adopted. BAAF knows from existing adoptive families that it can be hard work, but that the rewards are huge. Adopters come from all walks of life. You can be single, married or an unmarried couple. You can be over 40; straight or gay and you don’t need to own your own home. This is a chance to transform a child’s life for ever. Please don’t rule yourself

We will be highlighting the inspiring work of current carers, the extensive support and training that is available and the difference that you could be making in a young persons’ life. If you feel that you can offer this, or even if you would like to find out a little bit more – don’t hesitate! It could make the greatest difference to a child’s life.

out – rule yourself in! You can also get involved this year by entering the National Adoption Week Awards. Categories for 2013 include Adoption Champion of the Year, Adoption Social Worker of the Year, Local Authority of the Year, Voluntary Adoption Agency of the Year, and BAAF Supporter of the Year. Adopted children have also been invited to enter a brand new category, Adoption Picture of the Year, in which they are asked to show the world what adoption means to them. To find out more about adoption please visit www.nationaladoptionweek.org.uk

Foster carer numbers to increase?

oster care agencies and organisations estimate at least another 9,000 foster families are needed in the UK to find homes for looked-after children. The figure reflects the increasing number of children who are being taken into care, as well as the need to replace the 13% of foster carers who either retire or step down every year. According to the Fostering Network, a foster carer is likely to be in their 40s or 50s, but they come from a variety of backgrounds and have a range of qualifications. Chief Executive, Robert Tapsfield, says: "They can come with no educational qualifications at all or be a university lecturer or professor. They have diverse educational backgrounds, which means they have different training needs." Anybody becoming a foster carer in England has to complete the national training, support and development standards drawn up by the former Children's Workforce Development Council. This is something

which is more likely to be completed within the first year as you need to build up some experience first." The professional qualification for foster carers is the level 3 Diploma for the Children & Young People's Workforce, an evidence-based qualification completed on the job. The Diploma is offered as an option to all foster carers recruited by the independent foster agency Core Assets. The diploma is seen as the next obvious step after a foster carer's pre and post approval training and assessment. Last year 77 carers completed the qualification and so far this year another 44 already have done so. Core Assets' Head of Learning and Development, Frank Ward, says: "The qualification isn't compulsory but we wanted to take the opportunity to move the carers on to the next level. I think it's a valuing thing." In partnership with Bath Spa University, Core Assets has also, developed two undergraduate-level Diplomas that foster carers can go on to

complete – one devoted to integrated child protection and another to disability awareness. We want to push through that glass ceiling after level 3." But not everybody believes that qualifications are necessary to be a successful foster carer. Jacqui Lawrence is Foster Care Development Consultant for the British Association for Adoption and Fostering. She says: "The level 3 diploma is a good qualification to have for fostering but it's not the be all and end all. The best qualification you have is life experience in the care of children – that is more of the starting point than having a qualification. Qualifications may make some feel that they are more able to articulate themselves better, but for others who have been foster carers for a long time, without qualifications, they can recognise themselves as professionals and they make a valuable contribution."

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CTO NEWS

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International trends consultant to keynote tourism conference

he “Ultimate Guru of Cool” is to deliver the ultimate lessons on perfect visitor experiences and authenticity at the region’s leading tourism conference. International trends consultant, Daniel Levine, will deliver the keynote address at the State of the Industry Conference the Caribbean’s leading tourism conference, bringing together decision-makers from the public and private sectors, academics, travel professionals and journalists from the region and around the world. Levine is the Executive Direc-

tor of the Avant-Guide Institute a New York-based trends consultancy for travel and consumer marketing, where he leads a team of over 8,000 international "trend hunters" who track the latest ideas and experiences from around the globe. He will speak on the topic, “Delivering More Perfect Visitor Experiences - How to turn Authenticity into Greater Visitor Numbers.” Themed, ‘Perfecting the Experience; Delivering Authenticity,’ the SOTIC, is the Caribbean’s leading tourism conference, bringing together decision-makers from the public and private

sectors, academics, travel professionals and journalists from the region and around the world. Sylma Brown, Director of CTO-USA Inc., said: “We are pleased that Daniel is bringing his considerable experience and award-winning ‘trend spotting’ expertise to the State of the Industry Conference.” Taking place in Martinique in October, the SOTIC, spearheaded by the CTO in conjunction with the Martinique Tourism Bureau, have an exciting programme of events which includes a line-up of dynamic presenters.

l Secretary General of the Caribbean Tourism Organisation Hon. Hugh Riley, Journalist Rickisha St. Louis and Statia Commissioner of Tourism Koos Sneek

The ‘Tiny Island with Big Thrills’ wins again

T Saint Lucia to host wedding symposium

rom September 26 – 29, Saint Lucia will host of destination wedding experts during the first annual ‘LOVE Elevated’ Wedding Symposium. Noted speakers include renowned New York based wedding planner Sarah Pease; Denise Favorule, Executive Vice President of the XO Group; Erika Hueneke, Senior Weddings Editor of Destination Weddings & Honeymoons magazine; Lynne Leger, Vice President of Wedding Solutions at David’s Bridal; Charles Oster, Director of Sales and Marketing for MyWedding. com, along with other on-island wedding planning specialists. Topics will range from “Marketing to Brides; Best Practices” to “Creating the Ideal Destination Wedding Experience” and will include site visits to idyllic locales around the island, a showcase of island wedding vendors hosted at Sandals Grande and the opportunity for attendees to observe a wedding at the iconic Pigeon Island. A sunset cruise cocktail recep-

tion and picturesque boat ride to the south of the island to see the natural mud baths of the Sulphur Springs and the UNESCO World Heritage Pitons, round out weekend activities. The three-day symposium includes all seminars, social events, site inspections and transportation from select hotels, including Bay Gardens, The BodyHoliday, Calabash Cove, Rendezvous and C’est la Vie. Director of Tourism for the Saint Lucia Tourist Board, Louis Lewis, said: “The island’s natural beauty coupled with a number of world-class resorts has made Saint Lucia one of the most sought after wedding destinations in the Caribbean. Building on our reputation as the most romantic island, we aim to make this event an industry leader and seek to attract the best minds, talent and innovation in the destination wedding market” “LOVE Elevated” will be led by a roster of local and international wedding experts including: Denise Favorule, Executive Vice President, XO Group Inc.,

the largest media and marketing enterprise for brides, home and new moms, who will present on “The Destination Wedding Industry” providing an overview of the business bolstered by current statistics and trends, Sarah Pease, owner of The Proposal Planner and Brilliant Event Planning, creating dream weddings around the world, built a reputation with her creative ideas, eye for design and impeccable attention to detail. Sarah will present “Creating The Ideal Destination Wedding Experience,” plus Erika Hueneke, Senior Weddings Editor of Destination Weddings & Honeymoons; Lynne Leger, Vice President Wedding Solutions, Marketing & Operations at David’s Bridal, the nation’s leading bridal retailer; and Charles Oster, Director of Sales and Marketing for MyWedding.com, a leading wedding planning website, will comprise a panel discussing “Marketing to Brides, Best Practices.

he Golden Rock, St. Eustatius has once again proven to be the ‘Tiny Island with Big Thrills.’ This description is recognized once more by the magnificent documentary done by journalist Ms. Rickisha St. Louis. The St. Eustatius Tourism Development Foundation is honored to announce, that the thrilling documentary; “The Caribbean's Hidden Treasure,” which is being broadcast on Carib-Vision, one of the Caribbeans most pronounced Television Channels, has won the Best Featured By A Caribbean Jounalist Award at the Caribbean Tourism Organization’s annual Travel Media Awards contest, held in New York. The amazing nine-minute video displays the diversity of the islands’ rich treasures such as:

the Island touristic attractions and historical sites, Statia’s well preserved and maintained underwater world and much more. “Many residents and visitors who have seen this marvelous documentary stated how the footage has touched them in a special way when seeing it for the first time,” said Public Relations Officer, Teena Lopes. The video has also been viewed on Statia’s local television channels, Government Information Channel & CT-Creativity Television. Director of Tourism, Charles Lindo, said: “The Tourism Office is pleased with the quality of the documentary. Ms. St. Louis did a tremendous job in showing our ‘small island big thrills’ effects. We hope this could be the first of many quality features about Statia that will propel our small island further into the tourism world.”

Creativity of youth Unleashed in Toronto

he CTO unleashed the creativity of youth on Toronto during Caribbean Week in Canada with the announcement of an “Advertise the Caribbean” competition targeting young people up to the age of 21. The contest, open to students in three categories: Junior Category (ages 12 or under); Middle (1318); and the 19-21 year old Seniors challenged them to create an original poster advertisement for any of the over 30 CTO member countries. Sylma Brown, Director of CTO-USA Inc, the CTO’s New York office which organizes Caribbean Week in Canada said: “The young people were quite ingenious and creative and this contest allowed them the opportunity to unleash their creativity by generating some of the most compelling reasons for Canadians to visit the Caribbean.” The contest was organized by young Caribbean Diaspora professionals in Toronto and spearheaded by Sheldon 'Solitair' Pitt, a multitalented, two-time Juno Award nominated Canadian producer and artist. Pitt, who is of Grenadian descent, also mentors youth who are interested in the arts, through music workshops and public speaking.

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ccess to quality education has a significant role in preventing racism, xenophobia and other forms of discrimination, a United Nations independent expert said today. “Education has a central role in creating new values and attitudes and provides us with important tools for addressing deep-rooted discrimination and the legacy of historical injustices,” said the Special Rapporteur on contemporary forms of racism, Mutuma Ruteere in his briefing to the Geneva-based Human Rights Council. Mr. Ruteere said States must ensure that school curricula contains balanced information on the contribution of minorities, migrants and other non-dominant groups, and emphasized this is particularly relevant against a background of economic and social unrest. States must also evaluate the impact of budget cuts on education at a time of economic crisis, particularly for disadvantaged minorities and groups, Mr. Ruteere said. “I have found that despite some positive initiatives, studies and findings by international and na-

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F Quality education can help prevent racism and xenophobia – UN expert

ly Jamaica is expected to begin flying from Guyana to New York and Toronto in according Guyana’s Tourism Minister Irfan Ali. Ali said top airline executives advised him of their decision at a tourism exposition held recently in Toronto. “Fly Jamaica has indicated to us at the Toronto Trade and Tourism Expo that by the end of July they would start flying to New York and by mid August they will commence operations to Toronto,” he told the phoenix newspaper. Guyanese authorities said Fly Jamaica first has to get approval from the United States and Canada before they could begin flying to and from Guyana. In addition, the airline first has to finalize the lodging of a bond to help refund passengers should the carrier cease operations here. Director General of the Guyana Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA), Zulfikar Mohammed said his agency would have to ask his Trinidad and Tobago counterpart agency to provide

Fly Jamaica for Guyana Flight Operator’s Specifications to Air Jamaica because this country does not have an inspector to perform such a task. American and Canadian au-

thorities would also have to grant approvals to Fly Jamaica before the carrier can begin serving the Toronto and New York routes to and from Georgetown.

The Guyana government earlier this month granted approval to the carrier to offer scheduled services among the three ports.

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tional bodies show that persons of African descent, Roma, Dalits, indigenous peoples, migrants, to name a few, still have limited access to quality and higher education.” Mr. Ruteere also submitted a report to the Council which addresses the latest developments he has identified regarding the continuing human rights and democratic challenges posed by extremist political parties, movements and groups, including neoNazis and skinhead groups. This report examines the main areas of concern where further efforts and consistent vigilance against racist and xenophobic crimes are required. It also identifies good practices developed by States and different stakeholders.

he United Kingdom Department for International Development (DFID) is providing financial support to the Guyana Government’s agriculture diversification and export promotion drive. The organization is providing Government with funding to the tune of £1.3M or US$2M to support the Guyana Agriculture Diversification Programme (GADP.) It is expected that this investment will create over 1,000 new jobs, increase tilipia export from 1,000kg to 1,200kg a week and non-traditional agriculture exports, such as bell (sweet) pepper, hot pepper and butternut squash from 1,000kg to 1, 600kg weekly. The DFID project will work at three levels; directly with farmers to introduce new technologies and raise productivity; streamlining the paperwork

and red tape for investors and exporters; and helping to build relationships with new markets and buyers. According to High Commissioner Ayre, the programme will help Guyanese exporters maximize their potential to supply markets elsewhere in the Caribbean, in North America and in Europe. He said that, at a time when global prices for food and agriculture commodities have been rising across the board, the region has experienced substantial declines in major agriculture exports resulting in the lack in performance of the sec-

tor despite growing world demand. This programme aims to tackle that in the areas covered, he said. He said that this new ‘payment by result’ method being

employed by DFID will guarantee value for money for both UK tax payers and will assure development impact of the project in Guyana.

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TRAVEL

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Things to do in Martinique

here’s always something to see and do in Matinique. Throughout the year there is a wealth of activities on this majestic Caribbean island paradise, with plenty of self-catering opportunities with prestigious beachside resorts and stunning complexes. If you wish to view the island at your own leisure, travelling at your own leisure is a pleasurable experience with a range of top, well-renowned hire companies providing you with exactly what you need; from the family-sized people-carriers, to a small smarty vehicle to get you out and about.

There are lots of fantastic attractions like the sumptuous Les Salines Beach, one of the most popular beaches on the island, best known for its soft white sands and calm, sheltered waters, Balata Gardens, Fort-de-France and Caravelle Peninsula, a fabulous site to explore, with great nature and old plantation ruins. If you are holidaying in Martinique for less than 90 days no visa is required but you must travel with a valid UK passport at all times. So much to see, so much to do! Once you’re there you wouldn’t want to come home.

Why not visit Prague?

zech Republic has always been a destination people wanted to go to because it just looks like you will enjoy yourself the second you get there. It has always been an ideal destination; especially Prague, because of the element of different things you can do and visit- it is unbelievable, absolutely breathtaking. The location has always been appealing, with stunning and breathtaking views and amazing architecture. A high party destination, Prague is a dream place with people who are friendly to be around and meet.

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The Lake District – A haven for nature’s beauty

or blue seas, mountainous regions and unspoilt nature, the Lake District is a unique destination with its own characteristics that so many people from around the world make this their priority destination. Simply known as the Lakes,

thus unspoilt corner of North West England is a popular haven for holiday seeker. The largest of the National Parks in the UK, with the only mountains in England, it is a world famous holiday and leisure destination with over 3,500 places to stay, from holiday cottages, bed & breakfast accommodation,

and the extensive range of alternative breakss such as camping and caravan sites, hostels, glamping, and holiday parks. Adored for its beauty, The Lake District is a British treasure and a natural beauty which is worth every second of your stay.

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Qatar adds Three Weekly Flights to Ethiopia

atar Airways, the national airline of the State of Qatar, is set to begin three flights-a-week to Ethiopia, starting in September. The new service, from Doha to Addis Ababa, will be operated with an Airbus A320 in a two-class configuration of 132 seats in Economy and 12 in Business Class. “Ethiopia is fast emerging as a growing economic centre,

forming strong trade links with Europe, USA and Asia Pacific,” said Qatar Airways Chief Executive Officer Akbar Al Baker. “As a route, the country has great potential when linked up with key markets in Europe, Americas and other parts of the world. We are pleased to be reinforcing our presence in Africa with the addition of scheduled flights to Addis Ababa, allowing us to further expand our business on the African continent.”

Addis Ababa joins a rapidly growing African network that Qatar Airways serves, amongst 19 other routes in North, East, West and Sub-Saharan Africa. In the last 24 months the airline has added the following African destinations to its global route network: Benghazi (Libya); Entebbe (Uganda); Kigali (Rwanda); Tripoli (Libya) – re-launched; (Kilimanjaro (Tanzania); and Maputo (Mozambique).

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Finland next stage for World Rally

Believe it, it’s a Lambo

ou cannot believe that Lamborghini Gallardo is about to celebrate its 10th year in production and is due to get replaced soon. The brand new Gallardo LP 570-4 ‘Squadra Corse' is actually named after Lambo's new motorsport department-the same people who look after everything from the GT3 to the Super Trofeo Championship. It’s based on the standard LP 570-4 chassis, which happens to be the 4-wheel-drive and for the gear box it’s got a robotised ‘e’ gear six speed paddle-shift auto box. It’s no surprise that the LP570-4 can do 0-62mph at a mind-blowing 3.4 seconds, while 124mph is achieved in less than 10.5 seconds and will carry on pulling all the way up to 200mph. The LP570-4 is scheduled to make its debut at the Frankfurt Motor Show in September

Drive the fast and furious Lucra LC470

he new entry into prestigious world of sports roadsters is the Lucra. Seen in ‘Fast & Furious 6,’ the green and yellow LC470 driven by one of the stars, a new model has been announced, no name yet. It’s as fabulous as it looks. With looks to give a TVR a run for its money and vents that would even make a Maserati go and hide, its sleek and sexy space-frame tubular chassis and astonishing carbon fibre bodywork makes the LC470 weigh just under a tonne, which for 600BHP gets a ludicrous and mind-blowing power-to-weight-ratio. The Lucra gets its engines from GM (General Motors) and also Mercedes AMG, with the 7 litre GM V8 from the Corvette Z06 which by itself is a remarkable piece of motor engineering and the fabulous AMG 6.2-litre V8 which they put in their mind blowing 450+ BHP C63 AMG Coupe. So, it seems that the makers are obsessed by amassing the V8 so with looks and engine to die for, the Lucra have got this one in the bag.

The Phoenix – August 2013

50 years of Porsche 911 celebrated at Silverstone Classic

pulse-quickening parade of more than 1,200 Porsche 911 sports cars took to the Silverstone Grand Prix circuit – a world record number – as the Silverstone Classic celebrated the 50th anniversary of the iconic coupe. The plan to produce a parade of 911 x 911s was almost immediately exceeded when the celebrations were announced, with registrations building hugely in the months leading up to the event. Rather than settling for the initial target, the Porsche Club GB and Silverstone Classic organisations squeezed an incredible 1,208 examples of the 911 on to a packed circuit – creating a breathtaking sight in the process. The sensational spectacle, which raised funds for the Hope for Tomorrow cancer charity, was led by a number of famous Porsche personalities as tens of thousands of fans looked on. Mark Porsche, son of 911 designer, Ferdinand Alexander ‘Butzi’ Porsche, and greatgrandson of the marque’s original founder, Ferdinand Porsche, got proceedings under way and he was joined by a number of the sports car manufacturer’s most successful racing drivers.

Former F1 driver and five-time Le Mans winner Derek Bell MBE joined in the occasion, along with Richard Attwood – winner of the 1970 Le Mans 24 Hours for Porsche – and fellow ‘legend’ and race driver John Fitzpatrick. Porsche owners and enthusiasts made up the remainder of the colourful convoy culminating in the remarkable world record number, which spanned virtually

every possible derivative of 911. The parade comprised the most famous 911 models from past and present, including legendary Carrera, RS, RSR, GT, Speedster, Targa and Turbo variants. A number of distinctive race and rally versions of the 911 also featured in the cavalcade. “Of course, the 911 means a great deal to me as it’s my father’s big design and it will always have a special place in my

heart,” said Mark Porsche. “It’s been a family member over all the generations of the 911 series and I'm very proud to be here today to represent the Porsche family at this great event. I think that to have these 1,200 cars on track is the attention that the 911 deserves for its 50th birthday. I can’t thank the Porsche Club GB enough for making this event possible.”

fter a break over the last few weeks, the World Rally Championship returns to action in Finland. At their home rally, flying Finns Mikko Hirvonen and Jarmo Lehtinen will be aiming to claim another victory. The Citroën Total Abu Dhabi WRT will also be looking to Dani Sordo and Carlos del Barrio to help it come away with a hatful of points from the land of 1,000 lakes. Competing in the DS3 WRC of the Abu Dhabi Citroën Total WRT, Kris Meeke and Chris Patterson are also determined to do well in their first WRC appearance this season. After passing the halfway stage of the season in Sardinia, the WRC enjoyed a holiday of just over five weeks. The championship resumes at one of the most iconic rounds of the season, Rally Finland, with its legendary jumps! Originally from Jyväskylä, the base for the rally, Mikko Hirvonen really is the local boy.

Having already competed here 11 times, winning the rally in 2009, he is now considered to be one of the event’s ‘old hands’. After making a start to the season that has fallen short of his expectations, the four-time World Championship runner-up is really determined to make a fresh start here. “There are several reasons why I would like to win my home rally,” explained Mikko. “First of all, it would be the best way of thanking the fans who have supported me throughout the year. It would also be a just reward for the team, which has made every effort possible since the start of the championship. As well as that, a win would give us a bit of momentum going into the final part of the season…” Although the surface in Finland isn’t the most naturally-suited to southern European drivers, Dani Sordo seems to be quite happy to be racing on these compressed gravel roads, where his best results are two fourth-placed finishes: “I’m really motivated for the second part of the championship, because we are about to start the series of rallies at which I feel most comfortable. In Finland, I like the fast roads and the fact that the grip is fairly consistent.”

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SPORT WITH STEVE WILLIAMS Founded in 1893, the Birmingham Cricket League is the fulcrum of grass roots cricket in the city reflecting all the cultural diversity with players coming from all of Birmingham’s rich mix of communities throughout. Affiliated to the Warwickshire Cricket Board, it consists of 56 teams, playing on Sundays, with 24 fulfilling Saturday fixtures. That’s a total of 80 teams playing cricket at the weekend in parks up and down

Birmingham. There are over 1500 players registered and playing cricket every weekend of the season, drawn from the Afro-Caribbean, English and Asian Communities making the B.P.P.C.A. one of a few, UK-wide, who do not require teams to have their own private pitch. The League do provide its teams with the facilities, via Birmingham City Council,

Shiekh 62, Ansar Hussain 51), Pioneers ‘A’ C.C 158; Ghourgshti XI 173 (Waheed Ur Rehman 50), Pakland C.C 174-5, South Asia C.C 326-9 (Babar 100, Yasir 51), Kashmir Shaheen C.C 275 (Naeem 68, Waqas 51); SUNDAY DIVISION THREE: Skolars C.C 291 (Nazar 151, Nadeem 6-49), Pak Star C.C 255-8 (Haseeb 61, Nadeem 50), Unique Stars 95, Aston Cobra’s 96-2; Chach C.C 183, B.N.Q C.C 184-3 (Wasim Shah 51); Victory C.C 229 (Ibrar 50), J.R. Jones C.C 233-6 (Amir Shabir 103);

SATURDAY DIVISION ONE: P.K. Stars C.C 191, Gladiators 126; Al Ansar C.C 261-8 (Tariq Rashid 102), Jinnah C.C 216-7 (Sheraz 59); Khattak Stars C.C 219 (Shah gee 101), Brothers C.C 119; S.K.N C.C 136, Afghan United C.C 138-9; SATURDAY DIVISION TWO: Grange C.C 99, M.A. Jinnah C.C 102-6; Braveheart C.C 181 (M Naveed 74, M Yasir 52), A.J. Kashmir C.C 157 (Sarfaraz 51, Risalat Ali 6-21); Hooks XI 201 (Shoaib 5-30), Elite XI 178 (Ammar 75, Andy Lakin 5-33); SUNDAY PREMIER DIVISION: N.T.I C.C 268-8 (Zahoor 81 Masood 53), Mushy’s XI 96; Pak Shaheen C.C 266-7

(Babar 81), Thub C.C 175; Saltley Gate C.C 204-8 (Nadeem Hussain 70), Jinnah C.C 194; G.K. Warriors C.C 191 (M Sadiq 58), Ghouri C.C 194-8; SUNDAY DIVISION ONE: United C.C 274-8 (Zubair Shah 103no, Imran 59), Super Punjab C.C 111; Pakhtoon XI 216-9, Pak Pakhtoon C.C 152; New Siakh C.C 176-6, Peshawar C.C 118; Ankar Stars C.C 261-8 (Qamar 94, Imran 60, Nadeem 58), Lightening Stars C.C 166 (Tanveer 5-49); SUNDAY DIVISION TWO: Falcon XI 82, Ghourgshti XI 93-5; South Asia C.C 320-8 (Asim 109, Jabbar 56no), A.K.M C.C 83; Kashmir Shaheen C.C 170, Carr & Co C.C 168 (Sadiq 69); Pakland C.C 173 (Shafiq 57), Pioneers ‘A’ C.C 174-7; SUNDAY DIVISION THREE: Skolars C.C 135, B.N.Q C.C 115; J.R. Jones C.C 111, Unique Stars 112-5; Pak Star C.C 179-9 (Hamza 50), Chach C.C 131, Victory C.C 290 (Sajjad 126), Aston Cobra’s 198

(Amjad 52, Ibrar 5-28); SUNDAY DIVISION FOUR: Finch C.C 142, Darlaston Metro C.C 1437; Pothohar C.C 157 (Mansoor Shah 69), A.K. Unity C.C 120; Rawalpindi C.C 149, Gujranwala C.C 150-9 (Sahban 52, Talib Hussain 5-37); W.C.C 182 (Waqas Ahmed 100, Hafeez 5-18), A.K 11 C.C 173 (Wajid 54); SUNDAY DIVISION FIVE: Jalalia C.C 150 (Tahir 65), H.F. C.C 133, Shaheen C.C 174, A.L.P C.C 131 (Shamraize 5-20); Untouchables 153, A.K. Saracens C.C 155-3; Etihad C.C 178 (Irfan 92, Sajid Kapadia 5-14), All Stars C.C 178 (Sinn 54); SUNDAY DIVISION SIX: S.T.C C.C 96, Continental C.C 100-4; A.Q.S.T C.C 155, Phoenix C.C 114; Moseley C.C 222-8, J.Y.O C.C 125; Birmingham Kokni C.C 262 (Vishal 82, Parvaiz 60), Urban United C.C 250 (Mobeen 53);

SATURDAY PREMIER DIVISION: A.J.K C.C 162, Birmingham Rocks C.C 151; N.T.I C.C 175 (Wasim), Mirpur C.C 176-8; Palace C.C 153; Hussain C.C 1543 (Waqas Ahmed 65no, Awais Hussain51); Saltley C.C 196 (Abdul Akbar 54), North Lozells C.C 107; SATURDAY DIVISION ONE: Brothers C.C 155, S.K.N C.C 161-3 (Shoaib Munir 52no); P.K. Stars C.C 214-7 (Z. Gul 56no), Khattak Stars C.C 150; Al Ansar C.C 170, Gladiators 175-6 (Faraq 64); Afghan United C.C 244 (Shreuliah 69no, Farhad 57), Jinnah C.C 223 (Naqash 67); SATURDAY DIVISION TWO: Grange C.C 227-8 (Hamza 68), Braveheart C.C 231-4 (Wassm Ahmed 78, Mohammad Yasir 77); M.A. Jinnah C.C 145, Elite XI 101; A.J. Kashmir C.C 100, Hooks XI 104-7; SUNDAY PREMIER DIVISION: Saltley Gate C.C 180-9 (Massod Iqbal

SATURDAY DIVISION ONE: S.K.N C.C 245-8 (Zia Ur Rehman 93), P.K. Stars C.C 219 (Naseem 72); Khattak Stars C.C 286-6 (Iqbal 63, Imtiaz 51), Al Ansar C.C 284-7 (Asfar Ali 96), Jinnah C.C 303 (Mansoor 69, Talib 61), Brothers C.C 112; Gladi-

ators 263-9 (Saqib Akbar 54, Ali Fawad 52), Afghan United C.C 141 (Usman Ali 5-21);

(Jahanzeb Raja 7-31); Jinnah C.C 180; Thub C.C 181-7 (Amar Shazad 67);

SATURDAY DIVISION TWO: M.A. Jinnah C.C 292 (Ibrar 57, Shahid 53), Hooks XI 112; A.J. Kashmir C.C 291-8 (Gul 93), Grange C.C 191-9; Braveheart C.C 1825 (M Asif 73), Elite XI 179;

SUNDAY DIVISION ONE: Super Punjab C.C 80, Pak Pakhtoon C.C 84-4; Lightening Stars C.C 165, Peshawar C.C 90; Ankar Stars C.C 175 (Abid 52), New Siakh C.C 132; Pakhtoon XI 171, United C.C 172-5 (Zubair Shah 57no);

SUNDAY PREMIER DIVISION: Mushy’s XI 231-8 (Naheem 74no), G.K. Warriors C.C 92; Saltley Gate C.C 274-6 (Nadeem Hussain 86), Pak Shaheen C.C 100

SUNDAY DIVISION TWO: A.K.M C.C 153, Carr & Co C.C 154-4 (Siddique 50no); Falcon XI 240-8 (Ghaffar

321-6 (Sajid Kapadia 87, Zohaib 50), H.F. C.C 107;

SUNDAY DIVISION FIVE: Jalalia C.C 308 (Rizwan 78), Etihad C.C 167 (Majid 5-26); A.L.P C.C 127, A.K. Saracens C.C 128-4 (M Yasir 70no); Untouchables 73, Shaheen C.C 74-3; All Stars C.C

NEW B.C.L (40 OVER LEAGUE GAME) RECORD: A.Q.S.T C.C 510-9 (Fareed 121, Amir 108, Shahid 69), S.T.C C.C 127 (Rashid 73);

SUNDAY DIVISION SIX: Continental C.C 77, Phoenix C.C 81-4 (M Adil 6-19); Moseley C.C 325-7 (Hamid 107), Birmingham Kokni C.C 159 (Parvaiz 70), J.Y.O C.C 125, Urban United C.C 126-8;

5-28), N.T.I C.C 182-4; Mushy’s XI 129, Pak Shaheen C.C 130-1; G.K. Warriors C.C 97, Thub C.C 98-2; Jinnah C.C 254 (Aqeeb 60), Ghouri C.C 162- (Ayaz Khan 54); SUNDAY DIVISION ONE: Lightening Stars C.C 131(Tahir), United C.C 133-9; Pakhtoon C.C 254-8 (Ahmed Hussain 58), Ankar Stars C.C 152 (Nadeem 56); Peshawar C.C 171, Super Punjab C.C 131, New Siakh C.C 177, Pak Pakhtoon XI 174, (Saleem 5-25); SUNDAY DIVISION TWO: Ghourgshti XI 109, A.K.M C.C 112-9; Falcon XI 118, Carr & Co C.C 119-6; Pioneers ‘A’ C.C 228-9 (Rashid 51), Kashmir Shaheen C.C 200 (Waqas 51, Abdul Hameed 5-27); Pakland C.C 151, South Asia C.C 137; SUNDAY DIVISION THREE: Chach C.C 200 (Kamran 52), J.R. Jones C.C 201-4 (Amir Shabir 106no); Pak Star C.C 153-7, Victory C.C 155-2 (Nasir 60no);

Unique Stars 200-7 (Ajaz Ahmed 64), B.N.Q C.C 184-3 (Mohammed Sheraz 62, Mohammed Ilyas 52); SUNDAY DIVISION FOUR: W.C.C 126 (Khubiab 5-39); Gujranwala C.C 127-8; Darlaston Metro C.C 178-8, A.K. Unity C.C 70; Rawalpindi C.C 107, Pothohar C.C 108-7; Finch C.C 180, A.K 11 C.C 183-7 (Hafeez 71); SUNDAY DIVISION FIVE: Shaheen C.C 124, Etihad C.C 125-8; H.F. C.C 231, A.K. Saracens C.C 235-6 (M Yasir 60); Untouchables 190 (Amarpreet 59), All Stars C.C 270-7 (Sajid 77, Usman 52), SUNDAY DIVISION SIX: Moseley C.C 246, S.T.C C.C 202-9 Asif 75); J.Y.O C.C 242-9 (Ghulam Mustfa 82); A.Q.S.T C.C 62 (Ghulam Mustfa 5-21); Continental C.C 143-8, Birmingham Kokni C.C 128, Phoenix C.C 247-8 (Simon Vale 63 no); Urban United C.C 130,

Games played Saturday/Sunday Week Ending 20/21 July 2013

Games played Saturday/Sunday Week Ending 06/07 July 2013 SATURDAY PREMIER DIVISION: A.J.K C.C 190 (Amjaad Ali 59), N.T.I C.C 110; Saltley C.C 278-7 (Akbar 104); Birmingham Rocks C.C 229; Mirpur C.C 229-6, Palace C.C 154; Hussain C.C 98, North Lozells C.C 100-3;

SUNDAY DIVISION FOUR: Darlaston Metro C.C 138, Rawalpindi C.C 140-3 (M Shehzad 56 retired hurt); Finch C.C 140, Gujranwala C.C 95; A.K 11 C.C 236-8 (Abid 56); A.K. Unity C.C 228; Pothohar C.C 175 (Ishtiaq Asghar 100, Saddam Hussain 5-41), W.C.C 177-9 (Munsaf 53, Kamran 5-40);

Games played Saturday/Sunday Week Ending 13/14 July 2013

Games played Saturday/Sunday Week Ending 29/30 June 2013 SATURDAY PREMIER DIVISION: A.J.K C.C 168, North Lozells C.C 57; Saltley C.C 339-7 (Akbar 107, Rizwan 106), Palace C.C 261 (Wasim 56, Waheed 51); Mirpur C.C 150, Birmingham Rocks C.C 133; N.T.I C.C 93 (Ismaeel 5-30), Hussain C.C 94-5 (Ahmed 50no);

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SATURDAY PREMIER DIVISION: North Lozells C.C 129 (Faisal 5-25), Palace C.C 131-3; Hussain C.C 133 (Waqas Ahmed 75), Saltley C.C 137-6; N.T.I C.C 226 (Adnan Karim 56), Birmingham Rocks C.C 82 (Qamar Shahzad 6-24); Mirpur C.C 127 (Mohammad Nazakat 5-11), A.J.K C.C 130-5; SATURDAY DIVISION ONE: P.K. Stars C.C 226-8, Al Ansar C.C 100; Afghan United C.C 320 (Tahseel 85, Jahanzeb 76), Brothers C.C 169; Gladiators 242-6 (Raja Faisal 76no, Fawad 57), Khattak Stars

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C.C 76; Jinnah C.C 100, S.K.N C.C 101-5 (Zafar Iqbal Khan 60no); SATURDAY DIVISION TWO: Grange C.C 245-8 (Hamza Aziz 52no), Hooks XI 151 (M Asprey 62); Braveheart C.C 228-8 (Zahoor Ahmed 54), M.A. Jinnah C.C 107; A.J. Kashmir C.C 277-9 (Sadiq 68, Arshad 55), Elite XI 101;

SUNDAY DIVISION THREE: Pak Star C.C 240-6 (Nadeem 77), J.R. Jones C.C 243-6 (Amir Shabir 70); Aston Cobra’s C.C 94, B.N.Q C.C 96-2 (Babar Zaman 58no); Unique Stars 177-6 (Farooq 75), Skolars C.C 178-6 (Arshad 75); Victory C.C 164-7, Chach C.C 159;

SUNDAY PREMIER DIVISION: N.T.I C.C 243-9 (Qasim 69), Pak Shaheen C.C 200-8; Saltley Gate C.C 202-7, Mushy’s XI 203-7 (Irfan Saroop 56); G.K. Warriors C.C 157-6, Jinnah C.C 158-2 (Aqeeb 55no), Ghouri C.C 208-9, Thub C.C 196;

SUNDAY DIVISION FOUR: Gujranwala C.C 90, Pothohar C.C 40 (Zubair Ali 7-19); Darlaston Metro C.C 158 (M. Patei 58), A.K 11 C.C 160-8; Rawalpindi C.C 214, W.C.C 219-4 (M. Bilall 78); A.K. Unity C.C 229-3 (Ahmed Kamal 104no) Won by Default;

SUNDAY DIVISION ONE: Peshawar C.C 272-8 (Majid 109, Khadim 50), United C.C 216; Ankar Stars C.C 156, Pak Pakhtoon C.C 119; New Siakh C.C 2295 (Aasim Aziz 88no), Pakhtoon XI C.C 151, Lightening Stars C.C 280-9 (Adnan 86no), Super Punjab C.C 80;

SUNDAY DIVISION FIVE: Jalalia C.C 258 -7 (Majid 60, Tahir 55), Shaheen C.C 175 Mumtaz 5-57); Etihad C.C 212-7 (Fasel 75no, Adnan 74), A.L.P C.C 155); All Stars C.C 234-8 (Mohammad Sajid 91), A.K. Saracens C.C 160; H.F. C.C 103 (Shoaib 5-20), the Untouchables 104-1;

SUNDAY DIVISION TWO: Carr & Co C.C 118, Pioneers ‘A’ C.C 92; Falcon XI 250 (Waqas 51), Kashmir Shaheen C.C 256-5 (Waqas 75, Iffy 62); Pakland C.C 140, A.K.M C.C 141-3 (Rizwan 72); Ghourgshti XI 308-8 (Adnan 66), South Asia C.C 187 (Naeem 58);

SUNDAY DIVISION SIX: Moseley C.C 251, A.Q.S.T C.C 90 J.Y.O C.C 252, S.T.C C.C 159; Birmingham Kokni C.C 184, Phoenix C.C 185-4 (Shahzad 67no), Urban United C.C 154, Continental C.C 118;

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SPORT - WITH STEVE WILLIAMS

World class badminton returns for another year

Black Widow Expands to West Brom Continued from Back Page

Chief Instructor, Andrew Howson, who has uprooted from his native Leeds to facilitate the gym in West Bromwich, saying: “Yogi has been after me for five years and, with this new building up and running, I felt that now is the right time to take up this opportunity. The facilities here are perfect.” Naqqash Khan, Chief Instructor at the Birmingham Ward End branch, along with Fighters Coach, Dean James, will assist Howson in West Bromwich, all working together as a team.

l L-R, Instructors Dean James, Yogendra Parekh and Andrew Howson.

Edgbaston to host England v India again

ollowing the success of the ICC Champions Trophy Final, the England & Wales Cricket Board Edgbaston Stadium has been awarded an additional NatWest t20 International between England and India in 2014. Having accommodated almost 105,000 spectators across its five matches, including the Final, it was already scheduled to host England's NatWest Series ODIs against India and Sri Lanka in 2014. However, the additional match between this year's ICC Champions Trophy finalists is a wel-

come boost to local cricket fans. Colin Povey, Chief Executive of Edgbaston, said: "England have a fantastic record at Edgbaston and we're thrilled to welcome them back to Birmingham, where they'll certainly be looking to avenge their recent ICC Champions Trophy Final defeat when the they meet in this NatWest Series t20 International. The £32 million redevelopment of the stadium was designed to give the best possible cricket experience to players, spectators and officials on match days. The ICC Champions Trophy showcased these facilities

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l The Yonex All England Open Badminton Championships will again be held at the NIA in Birmingham in 2014

ollowing another magnificent display of high quality badminton in 2013 the most prestigious badminton championships in the world returns to Birmingham. The Yonex All England Open Badminton Championships will once again be hosted at the National Indoor Arena, from 4-9 March 2014 and will bring the

world’s top 10 players from each discipline to compete for the coveted title. Listed as a Badminton World Federation Superseries Premier event, its significance is proven with only four other events being given this status capturing everyone’s imagination, whether you have never seen a live badminton event before or you come every year.

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Gym opens to exercise both body and mind O l Naqqash Khan and Andrew Howson go through their paces

ne of the Midlands’ best mixed martial arts specialists expanded on their ever growing reputation and portfolio with the grand opening of their new, state-of-the-art facilities; in the presence of local dignitaries and some of the worlds’ best exponents in their fields. The Black Widows Martial Arts Academy, already recognised for their high-class facilities in Birmingham, has now expanded their considerable brand with a new, ahead of its time gym, to

l Yogendra and Andeep Parekh at the opening of the West Bromwich Gym

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add to their brand. Their new fully-purpose academy and health and fitness club, in West Bromwich, is everything you need in martial arts and lots more. Not only a mixed martial arts gym, you will be able to educate the body in other ways, including dance and general keep fit. There is also a fantastic educational programme providing motivational courses in Maths, English, Creative Writing and Art. Black Widow owner, Yogendra Parekh, says: “Our aim is to help students reach their full potential and ability. To make students develop physically and mentally. We want to do our bit to create the kind of impact we’ve already established at our other gym, in Birmingham. It’s about educating the mind and educating the body for a healthy all-rounder. Instil discipline, confidence, plus health and well-being from children aged 5, to the eldest of adults. We provide the best facilities to give our students the greatest opportunity to make better of themselves.”

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l Rocket Man Usain Bolt makes his entrance to the Games

An anniversary to remember

t only seems like yesterday, but it really is a year ago since we were wallowing in the glory of London 2012 Olympics & Paralympics. That ‘Super Saturday,’ the ‘birth’ of Jonnie Peacock-the new face of international paralympics, the golden explosion at Eton Dorney, boxing historymaking at the ExCeL Exhibition Centre, the treble recordbreaking ‘Lightening Bolt,’ The Queen’s ‘entrance’ into the Olympic Stadium

The memory of last year was still powerful as the London Anniversary Games did its best to recreate that unforgettable summer of 12 months ago. With Moscow the top of many athletes collective minds, we were stripped of many of last year’s stars, but the likes of Farah, Bolt-his entrance in a rocket was pure pantomime, Peacock, Weir, Ennis-Hill, Cockcroft and a fair modicum of London 2012 Gold medalists certainly did their bit to recreate theirs (and our) golden memories.

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