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Plympton July 2015 | Area 2
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Editor’s Note ... Summer is finally here and as we fire up our grills for those outdoor dinner parties, there are plenty of delicious barbecue options for a vegetarian or a vegan diet. These delights are sure to make everyone’s tastebuds sing so turn to page 10 to find out more! If you’re looking for interesting events taking place across Plympton this coming month, then turn to page 14 to look at our What’s On Guide for a whole host of brilliant ideas, with the much anticipated Summer Carnival coming soon to Plympton. We are holding a Photography Competition, a chance for you to show off your Photography skills. The winner’s photograph will appear on the front cover! All you need to do to is take a photograph of an area in Plympton that you think would make a great front cover image and email it to nimra@oracle.uk.net by 18.07.2015. I hope you enjoy this issue, packed full of great features, information and offers and I will catch up with Nimra Imran - Interim Editor you next month!
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Contents July 2015 5
A1 Carpets
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Family Law Company
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UK Blinds
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Distribution Map
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Halo Hairdressing
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Chris Kallis Soliscitors
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Domino’s Pizza
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Refurnish
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Ways To Rock Your Vegan BBQ
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Green Scheme Solutions
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Access4Lofts
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A&P Wood Services
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Kingfisher Fish and Chips
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Ben Bennett Flooring
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What’s On Guide
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Marshall Motors
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WAYS TO ROCK YOUR VEGAN BARBECUE Summer is finally here and we fire up our grills for those outdoor dinner parties, there are plenty of delicious barbecue options for a vegetarian or a vegan diet. From an amazing dairy free fudge sickles to succulent mini mushroom portobello, these healthy, animal free delights are to make everyone’s tastebuds sing and all the palates happy. Try out these quick and easy recipes in your barbecue and you may never go back to meat again! So grab your chopping boards and dig out those aprons, because you wont want to miss this!
By Nimra Imran
Guacamole Ingredients:
4 Ripe Avocados,1 Lime, juiced with some pulp, 3 Tablespoons Diced Jalapeño pepper, 1/4-1/2 Teaspoon Salt 1/4 Teaspoon Black Pepper,1/4 Teaspoon Garlic Powder,1/2 Cup Cilantro, chopped.
How to Make:
Let it reduce and thicken, stirring occasionally. Taste and adjust seasonings to your liking sweetness, spice level, salt, etc. Liberally brush both sides of the mushrooms with the sauce and let them marinade for at least 15 minutes, up to 30. Heat broiler or grill, cook mushrooms, flipping halfway through. Grill should be a few minutes per side. When mushrooms are done cooking, brush with more sauce and serve with whatever fixings you like.
Remove the peel and pit from each avocado and place in a medium bowl. Gently mash with a fork, leaving it a little chunky. Squeeze the juice and some pulp from one lime onto the avocados. Then sprinkle on salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Stir well. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.
Dairy Free Fu
dgesickles
bbq portobello sliders Ingredients:
4 portobello mushroom caps buns of your choice fixings of your choice: (sprouts, onion, tomato avocado, Vegan cheese, etc)
For the sauce:
1 teaspoon olive oil ¼ onion, grated 1 clove of garlic, minced ¾ cup ketchup 2 tablespoons dijon mustard 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar 2 tablespoons maple syrup 1 tablespoon of Maggi Sauce ½ to 1 teaspoon sriracha or hot sauce salt and pepper, to taste.
How to Make:
Make the sauce. In a small saucepan, heat oil. Add onion and garlic. Stir in the rest of the ingredients. If the mixture is not already bubbling, increase heat. 10
Dairy Free Fudge sickles Ingredients:
2 avocados (remove pit and skin) 3/4 cup + 1 Tablespoon of Cocoa Powder (Hershey’s special dark is my favourite!) 1/3 cup non dairy milk. 4 teaspoon salt, 2 Tablespoon vanilla extract. 1/4 cup agave.
How to Make:
Combine all ingredients in food processor until smooth. Use a piping bag to get filling into the moulds (to avoid a mess). Tap the containers so that the air bubbles pop. Stick in the freezer overnight, or until they freeze. If your fudge sickles are hard to remove from their containers,run the popsickle mold under hot water briefly and the fudgesickles will come loose.
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How does a phoenix work We’ve all seen it happen a company goes into liquidation then springs up again the next day trading at the same place with the same staff and assets, using a similar name and carries on as if nothing has happened. This is commonly known as a “phoenix”. On the face of it, a phoenix can look very unfair but if the directors have acted on professional advice it can be perfectly legal. The directors can buy back the assets from the Liquidator as long as payment is physically made and the price is at (or above) market value. There can be serious issues for the directors if they want to reuse a similar name of the old company as there are rules in place that Directors must follow in order to avoid a criminal offence. Of course the above is all well and good but who’s to say that a phoenix will work? Before starting again the directors will have a whole host of practical things to consider going forward with the new business like what were the issues that caused the old business to become insolvent and can these be corrected second time around and will the landlord, bank, suppliers, staff and customers be prepared to support the new
business? If you are a director of a company that may be insolvent and you want to start again you need to take great care before you start the process and take proper professional advice. Do not to transfer any assets or reuse the old business name without seeking that advice from licensed insolvency practitioner like me.
Call me on 01752 786800 to set up a free initial confidential meeting to discuss your options. I won’t bite, I promise!
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Plympton What’s On Guide 4th July Rockafella
Colebrook Carnival A fabulous day out for all the family with Old Fashioned Swing Boats, stalls, Bouncy Castles, Model Railway, Owls, The Donkey Sanctuary also Gables Dog Show. 10 am Onward, Peacock Meadow, Plympton
Under 8 Freestyle/ Street Dance 5pm - 5:30pm Dance Studio at Heles School
5th July
Pedal Power Social Cycle Ride. A social cycle ride for all the family through Saltram and the Plym Valley, accompanied by a qualified instructor. 10:00 - 11:30 Saltram, Plympton 11th July
Rockafella Rockafella are an energetic four-piece rock covers band from Plymouth playing modern classics, forgotten gems, and a few special twists on the unexpected. They are a friendly, flexible, and professional bunch of guys who love to play live and that
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Ballet and Tap 4pm - 9pm Susan Jane School of Dancing Ballet and Tap Class for Children Plympton St Maurice Community Hall
comes across there performances. 9pm Onward, Lord Louis, Plympton 25th - 31st July
Regular Events Monday
Summer Fun at Saltram, Plympton The park and garden are waking up, the sun has got its hat on so get ready for a fun filled Spring at Saltram.
Salsa 10am-11am Chaddlewood Farm Community Centre
Everyday of the week during the holidays enjoy activities including sporty play days, 50 things, dressing up, and cooking in the Great Kitchen. 12:00 - 3:00pm, Saltram park, Plympton
Little Cherubs Toddler Group 9:30 am - 11:30m Colebrook Methodist Church
Yoga 10am - 11:30am Colebrook Community Centre
Hearing Dogs Training 12pm-3pm Colebrook Methodist Church
Under 15 Freestyle/ Street Dance 5pm - 5:30pm Dance Studio at Heles School Zumba Training 6:30 pm Heles School Advanced Adult Tap 6:15pm - 7pm Dance Studio at Heles School Plympton St. Maurice Judo Club 7 to 11 years Plympton Guildhall Adult Freestyle/ Street 7pm - 8pm Dance Studio at Heles School Plympton Metafit 7:30 pm, Heles School
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July 2015 Tuesday Bodyblast Ladies Fat Burning Class 9:30 am Energie Fitness Lister Close
6pm - 7pm Chaddlewood Farm Community Centre
Club Fit 6:30 pm Heles School
Under 14 Modern Jazz 6pm - 6:45 pm St Maurice Primary School
Multiple Sclerosis Every 3rd Week Colebrook Community Center
Prayer Group 9:15pm - 10:15pm Healers Woodford Methodist 6pm - 9pm Church Colebrook C. Friends Over Community Centre 60’s Club Zumba Party 2pm - 4pm 6:30pm Colebrook Heles School Community Centre Devon Dogs Training 5pm - 8pm Colebrook Community Centre
Under 14 Ballet 6:45pm - 7pm St Maurice Primary School
Legs, Bums & Tums 7pm-7:45pm Plympton St Maurice Community Hall
Metfit 7:30 pm, Heles School from Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday.
Open Mic Night 7pm till late Lord Louis
Adult Ju-Jitsu 6:50pm - 8pm Plymouth Ju-Jitsu, Plympton
Kettlebells and Core Thursday 7:40pm, Heles School Dog Training Classes Wednesday 5pm - 7pm Play and Craft Colebrook Pilates Community Centre 9:30 am - 10:30am Adult Ballet Colebrook 6:30pm - 7:15pm Community Centre Dance Studio at Dance Aerobics
Heles School
Friday Ladies Only Low Impact Aerobics 9am, Eneergie Fitness, Lister Close
After School Story Time For under 10s 4 pm at Plympton Library Kettlebells 6:30pm - 7pm Chaddlewood Farm Community Centre Salsaciso 6:00pm - 6:45pm Plympton St Maurice Community Hall
Saturday Free Running Group Fitness Bootcamp 9:30am, Meet in 8am Lister Close Saltram Car Park Car Park Ladies Only Ju-Jitsu 9:30 am to 10:30am Plympton St Mary’s Mothers Union Plymouth Ju-Jitsu, Plympton St Mary’s Infant Pilates 9:30am - 10:30 am Colebrook Community Centre Toddler Group
10am - 11:30am Ridgeway Methodist Church Country Dancing 2pm - 4pm 1st and 3rd Week Colebrook Community Centre Country Dancing 2pm - 4pm, Colebrook Community Centre Plympton.
School 10 am - 12 pm Sunday
Car Boot Sale Peacock Meadow, Plympton 8am
List your local Plympton events If you are holding an event in Plympton that you would like to have listed please email details to nimra@oracle.uk.net by the 12th of each preceding month
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Anne Shears Solicitor
Should you ‘Google’ your getaway? Anne Shears, a Solicitor with The Family Law Company in Plymouth looks at the pros and cons of getting divorced via an online service. In a world where digital communication is commonplace there are increasing numbers of companies offering an online divorce service. With some advertising a divorce for as little as £37 and promising a quick divorce, it is easy to understand the temptation to choose this route rather than approach a specialist family lawyer. However, careful research must be undertaken to avoid future difficulties and unnecessary charges. For example, the cheapest service may only provide you with copies of the Court documentation, which can be obtained free from the Court anyway. It takes a little digging to learn that the advertised price does not include the Court fee of £410. Some websites say the divorce can be completed ‘within a matter of weeks’. In reality, although the procedure is usually straightforward provided both parties co-operate, it will take time. There may be very good reasons not to finalise the divorce as soon as you are able to - for example to preserve pension rights whilst future financial arrangements are agreed and implemented. The Petitioner (the person asking for the divorce) sends a divorce petition to the Court. Provided it has been filled out correctly, the petition is then sent to the Respondent who must complete an Acknowledgment of Service and return it to the Court. Once the Petitioner receives a copy of the Acknowledgement, they complete a statement and make an application for Decree Nisi. If both parties co-operate fully it might be possible to get to this stage within about 4 weeks.Provided all is in order, the Court then sets a date for pronouncement of the Decree Nisi – usually two to three weeks after the application is made. Once the Decree Nisi has been pronounced, the six week period between Decree Nisi and Decree Absolute kicks in.So, even when both parties co-operate fully it is unlikely that a divorce will be concluded within less than three months.It is not uncommon for people who have just separated to want to get divorced and move on with their lives as quickly as possible, not least because many find separation such a painful experience - but unless there is complete co-operation between the parties, there are potentially many issues along the way that will cause difficulty without specialist guidance.It is important to 18
understand that an online service is unlikely to provide the essential, specialist advice required to fully deal with the many complex issues that come with separation, such us how the money will be divided up, who will live in the house, or where the children are going to live. If you choose to use an on-line provider, you should understand that the majority do not have professional indemnity insurance and are operating without regulation. The risk here is that if something should go wrong, there will be no recourse through a regulator. Although you will have paid the company’s charges you may not have the promised result and it may then still be necessary for a specialist divorce lawyer to become involved to unpick what has been badly done. This could prove to be even more emotionally challenging and expensive than if the specialist had been involved from the start.Arguably, online divorce has its place. If you have only been married for a very short period of time, with completely separate finances and no children, it may be right for you. Similarly, there is also a place for a ‘DIY divorce’ - some couples very successfully conduct their divorce themselves. These people, though, are likely to seek specialist advice when it comes to matters concerning the finances or the children. What is crucial in resolving matters after separation is for both parties to have the time and advice to make informed decisions. Choices made during this very emotional and difficult time will have an impact on both parties’ future.The Family Law Company will support you through what can be a minefield for the unwary and ill-informed. We have trained experts to assist you with resolving finances, including pensions, and arrangements for your children. We offer a very reasonable fixed fee divorce service, which makes all of the costs, including the Court fee, clear upfront, helping to ensure that the divorce process is as stress free and swift as possible.
For more information please visit: www.thefamilylawco.co.uk email:enquiries@thefamilylawco.com Tel: 01752 674999 The Family Law Company, Princess Court, Plymouth, Devon PL1 2EX
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YOUR HOME WITH FURNITURE & APPLIANCES AT PRICES YOU CAN AFFORD*
FREE COLLECTION OF REUSABLE FURNITURE & APPLIANCES Helping People & Reducing Waste We have moved branches from Bittaford to our new Wrangaton branch: Unit 2B Wrangaton Business Park, Wrangaton, TQ10 9GQ T: 01364 73246
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or those of you who know Refurnish we are a charity that’s takes great pride in the work we do. We are here to help people on low incomes and reduce waste within your local community. The charity aims to help everyone including those who are trying to set up home for the first time and may be struggling to furnish on a low budget. We rely on your kind donations to keep us going and these generous gifts can be passed on at a greatly reduced rate for everyone to enjoy. We offer an extra 20% discount on all our stock if you are in receipt of benefits and a full list of these can be found on our website www.refurnish.org.uk. Donating couldn’t be easier, all you have to do is call our friendly staff using the central number on 01752 927002 and select the number of the branch you would like to talk to.
car seats as office chairs and many more up-cycling ideas in which we can reuse the items you donate. We have to say no to a lot of furniture and appliances on the grounds of condition or lack of fire labels but if we can take them apart and make new items then it’s going to make a big impact your local community’s waste. We are currently busy applying for grants in order to help our ideas grow and put together a team of enthusiastic volunteers with skills in carpentry, Upholstery, painting and decorating. We are looking for people with a passion for all things creative and have some time to donate. If you would like to get involved in the planning of the new workshop and suggest some ideas we can try we would also love to hear from you. This is a project which we really want to involve the local community in and it’s important to everyone that rubbish is seen in a new light. All the products made will be for sale at our Wrangaton branch initially and we will look at sending these to our other shops once the workshop is established.
We will ask you a few simple questions and book you in for a free collection of your unwanted furniture and electrical goods. The new Wrangaton Head quarters (just outside of the a38, south off the Brent junction – follow the Wrangaton signs) will have workshop space on a mezzanine level for furniture repairs and upholstery work. We are planning to up a new workshop in which both staff and volunteers can work together and explore how items can be reused.
So if you have any spare time or skills that you would like to use or share with our other volunteers and staff then please email David at davidbanks@refurnish.org.uk or visit www.refurnish.org.uk and tell us why and how you would like to get involved in this exciting new project.
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