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foreword

by Cllr Gerald Vernon-Jackson Dear resident

I have responsibility for council services, and one I do hope you enjoy this of the things the council edition of flagship. We try has to do is make sure that to make sure the magazine we communicate as well as gives you information about we possibly can. That’s things that are happening why I thought it would be in the city, as well as things a good idea to have a that will help you in your regular spot in the magazine. life, and help your family in Because I’m the main theirs. decision-maker on the flagship isn’t just about council, it’s sensible for me what the council is doing. It to try to communicate also features organisations directly with you. such as the NHS, the police I think the city has made and the fire service, who real progress over the last work with us. I do hope 10 years, but there is always you find it useful. As much, much more that we Leader of the council,

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Museum takes flight Butterflies are the stars at Cumberland House natural history museum. As well as the museum’s famous free-flying butterflies*, there are more to see in the new Flights of Fancy exhibition. This shows bird and butterfly-inspired artwork and stories by children from Beacon View Primary Academy, Paulsgrove and Craneswater Junior School, Southsea, working with artist Eileen White. We’ve invested in Cumberland House, restoring the building’s former glory and opening up its sea views. There’s a new library of wildlife books and a new big screen showing wildlife footage. Plus there are old favourites like Emily the dinosaur. Watch out for more hands-on activities at the museum, more fun for children, and more chances to explore and learn about the city’s natural areas and wildlife. Please bear with us while we continue to develop the museum. Opening hours: Tuesday to Sunday and bank holiday Mondays, 10am–5.30pm. Admission free. *weather permitting

inside this issue

Pyramids competition Win membership or a swim.

make summer an adventure Holiday fun for kids.

out&about Lots to do throughout the summer.

my journey Think about how you travel for work and pleasure.

caring for disabled people

We meet a couple who found support through the carers centre.

summer reading challenge Join in the Creepy House suimmer reading challenge at any Portsmouth library.

City helpdesk Tel 023 9283 4092 I Email cityhelpdesk@portsmouthcc.gov.uk

Navy news An exciting new era taking shape at the dockyard.

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Make summer an adventure Our free adventure playgrounds have plenty of activities to keep kids happy this summer. They’re open through the holidays as well as in term time. Kids can cook, draw, paint, learn and discover nature, or just make friends and have fun. Adventure playgrounds are ideal for children aged six to 13, but younger ones are welcome with an adult. On Fridays, each playground will host a free, themed festival from 12pm to 4pm, as follows: 26 July – Wild Africa Buckland Park Adventure Playground, Malins Road. 023 9283 2611. 2 August – Monopoly Landport Adventure Playground, Arundel Street. 023 9282 4571. 9 August – Under the Sea Paulsgrove Inside-Outside Playground, Marsden Road. 023 9222 1527. 16 August – Summer Party Somerstown Adventure Playground, Waterloo Street. 023 9287 3236. 23 August – Circus and Funfair Portsea Venture Playground, Aylward Street. 023 9275 3237. 30 August – Cartoons Stamshaw Adventure Playground, Western Terrace. 023 9269 0241. More info: ff search for adventure playgrounds at www.portsmouth.gov.uk ff call 023 9284 1101 4

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Free fun for families It’s National Play Day on Wednesday 7 August and we’re celebrating by hosting a free day out for families at Victoria Park in the city centre. You can drop in for family activities including hula hooping and classic playground games like Grandma’s Footsteps, from 11am to 3pm. The event will be hosted by a team from Healthy Pompey, who help residents get more active, and make small changes for a healthier lifestyle. For more ideas on keeping active, go to www.healthypompey.com or call 023 9229 4001.

Lots more news and information on our website www.portsmouth.gov.uk

Everyone for tennis There are more chances than ever to play tennis this summer – whether you fancy a fun session, or want to really progress in the sport.

Paws for fun Kids are sure of some big surprises at the City Museum this summer.

The boost comes from about £1.3m invested in Portsmouth by the Lawn Tennis Association (the sport’s governing body) and the Tennis Foundation charity.

They can celebrate the world’s favourite toy at the free Teddy Bear Story exhibition, and check out these other free events: ff football skills with Portsmouth FC on 2 August ff teddy bears picnic on 6 and 22 August ff falconry displays on 7 August ff meet farm animals on 13 August ff bear hunt on 29 August

At Milton Park, the five courts have been refurbished. Just turn up and play for free. You can hire equipment, and kids can pay just £2 for a coaching session. You can play for free at Cosham Park too.

See the Out & About pages for details. The City Museum is open Tuesday to Sunday, 10am–5.30pm.

You can also play at other council-supported venues, like Southsea Tennis Club (pictured), Priory School’s tennis centre and the Mountbatten Leisure Centre, which has sessions running through the summer (call 023 9262 6500). In November a new £1.16m tennis centre is set to open next to the Mountbatten Centre, funded by the council and the LTA. More info: www.tennisinportsmouth.com`

Bandstand ends with a bang The Bandstand’s free music season reaches a climax on 24-25 August at Castle Field. On the Saturday there’s a 1940s tea dance, from 1pm to 4pm, with the Three Belles (pictured right) and the Pete Weston Big Swing Band. Classical music takes over from 6pm to 9pm, with the Bossard Quartet and the Victory Brass Band. The finale on the Sunday, 6pm to 9.30pm, features fireworks and Songs in the Key of Stevie. If the forecast is poor, call 023 9282 6722 after 11am to confirm events. City helpdesk Tel 023 9283 4092 I Email cityhelpdesk@portsmouthcc.gov.uk

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out&about JULY ★ AUGUST ★ SEPTEMBER

All events highlighted in pink are FREE ONGOING EVENTS

Until 15 September Teddy Bear Story City Museum. Celebrating the most popular and loved toy in the world Tuesday to Sunday and bank holidays, 10am–5.30pm.

Until 29 August Creepy House Summer Reading Challenge See page 13.

Every Saturday (except August) Mini Makers Aspex. Making and art fun for toddlers to eight-year-olds and their parents. 10.30am–11.30am. £5. 023 9277 8080. First Sunday of every month Dickens Fellowship Readings Dickens’ Birthplace Museum. 3pm. Free with a valid ticket. 023 9282 1879. Second Monday of the month Tiny Tots Drop In Paulsgrove Library. 2pm–3pm. Craft for under-fives. 023 9237 7818. Thursdays in July and August Summer Music Nights Waterfront Café at Spinnaker Tower. Live music from 8pm. www.spinnakertower.co.uk Until 25 August Live at the Bandstand Saturdays and Sundays, 1pm–4pm. See page 5.

Portsmouth History Fair History Centre, Central Library. 10am–3.30pm. 023 9268 8046.

20–21 Southsea Food Festival Palmerston Road. 10am–4pm.

20–21 Abseiling Spinnaker Tower. 9am–6pm. £75. 023 9285 7520 www.spinnakertower.co.uk 21

Real Deal American Folk Square Tower. £10, £12 on the door. 2.30pm–5pm. 023 9238 2888. www.squarerootspromotions.co.uk

Clarence Guided Walk 2.30pm from Holiday Inn, Pembroke Road. Ends Queens Hotel. Tickets in advance or on the day from Visitor Information at the D-Day Museum or the City Museum. £3 adults, £1 Leisure Card, accompanied children free. 023 9282 6722.

Afternoon Tea St James’ Church, Milton. 4.30pm. Evensong and benediction 6.30pm. www.stjamesmilton.org.uk Race for Life Southsea Common. 10k race 9am, 5k race 11.30am. 0871 641 2282. Folk at the Fort Fort Widley. 4.30pm. £6 adults, £4 children. www.igloomusic.co.uk

Our distributors are contracted to deliver flagship between 20 and 26 July. Depending on where you live, some events may have taken place before you receive your copy. However, events for this period were included in the last edition of the magazine.

Organ Recital St James’ Church, Milton. 7.30pm. £5. www.stjamesmilton.org.uk

23 July–3 September Summer Scavengers Blue Reef Aquarium. Beach cleans and scavenger hunts. From 10am. Normal admission. 023 9287 5222. 24 July–28 August Open Wednesdays with the Curators Royal Marines Museum. Research your military ancestors. 10am–5pm. Normal admission. 24 July–2 September Summer Fun Spinnaker Tower. Family activities. £6.75–£8.55. 10am–6pm. www.spinnakertower.co.uk 24 July–2 September Summer Holiday Activities Royal Marines Museum. Four to 14 year-olds. 11am and 2pm, not bank holidays. Normal admission. 25

Superhero Murder Mystery Groundlings Theatre. 8pm. £22 inc. meal. 023 9273 7370.

Child car seat safety checks 11am–2pm at Imperial Car Supermarket, London Road. Search ‘child car seats’ at www.portsmouth.gov.uk

Until 7 August Make//Shift Aspex. 11am–4pm.

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Opera in the Park Victoria Park. 7pm–9.30pm, gates open 6pm. The Magic Flute plus popular encores. Adults £12, £15 on the door. Conc £8, £10 on the door. Five to 15s £6. 023 9282 6722.

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25–28 Centenary Flower Festival St James’ Church, Milton. Concert by Milton Glee Club 7.30pm on 27th. www.stjamesmilton.org.uk 25–29 August Summer Kids Club Port Solent. Every Tuesday and Thursday 11am–4pm. Children to be accompanied. www.portsolent.com 26

Communities Day City centre. One-stop shop for advice and citywide services. 10am–3pm.

26–31 August Things For Kids To Do Commercial Road precinct. 10am– 3pm most days. Some charges apply. www.portsmouthcitycentre.co.uk 023 9284 1068. 27

30 July–1 August Holiday Art Club Aspex. Eight to 13s. £15 per day or £40 for three. Also 13–15 and 27–29 Aug. 11am–3pm. 30 July–1 August Oh I Do Like To Be Beside The Seaside HMS Warrior. Victorian seaside holiday fun. 11am–4pm. Free with a valid ticket. 31

Kitchen Theatre City Centre. 10am–3pm.

27–28 Eastney Beam Engine House Open Day Henderson Road, Eastney. 1pm–5pm. Last admission 4.30pm. 023 9283 4779.

Spice Island Guided Walk 2.30pm from Square Tower. Tickets in advance or on the day from Visitor Information at the D-Day Museum or the City Museum. £3 adults, £1 Leisure Card, accompanied children free. 023 9282 6722. Crafts in the Tower Square Tower. Local art and crafts. Vintage tea room 11am–4pm. www.craftsinthetower.co.uk

Lego Ship Builders National Museum of the Royal Navy. Family workshop drop-in. 11am–1pm and 2pm–4pm. 023 9272 7587 www.royalnavalmuseum.org

Southsea Guided Walk 2.30pm from D-Day Museum ending at the Square Tower. Tickets in advance or on the day from Visitor Information at the D-Day Museum or the City Museum. £3 adults, £1 Leisure Card, accompanied children free. 023 9282 6722.

Evening Ghost Walk 8pm from Square Tower. Tickets in advance or on the day from Visitor Information at the D-Day Museum or the City Museum. £3 adults, £1 Leisure Card, accompanied children free. 023 9282 6722.

4 Levellers Wedgewood Rooms. 8pm. £20. 023 9286 3911 www.wedgewood-rooms.co.uk

AUGUST 1

Child car seat safety checks Sainsbury’s, Farlington. 10am– 3.30pm in car park. Search ‘child car seats’ at www.portsmouth.gov.uk

Open Mic Night Aspex café bar. 7pm–9pm. Also 5 September.

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La Dolce Vita Italian Market Central Square, Gunwharf Quays. 10am

Football Skills with Portsmouth FC City Museum. 10am–3pm.

Communities Day Cosham precinct. One-stop shop for advice and citywide services. 10am–3pm.

Telescope Tales National Museum of the Royal Navy. Drop in for under-fives and accompanying adults. Explore the world under the sea. 11am– 12.30pm. Also 9, 16, 23 and 30 Aug. 023 9272 7587 www. royalnavalmuseum.org

27–28 Saxon Invasion! Portsmouth City Museum. Reenactors, displays, demonstrations and objects to handle. 10.30am– 4pm. 023 9283 4779 www.festival.britarch.ac.uk/whatson 27–28 Tattoo Convention Guildhall. 11am. £10 per day, £12 on door. www. portsmouthtattooconvention.com

Film: Lion King (U) Kings Theatre. 3pm. Adult £4, child £3, family of four £10.

5–9

Summer School Groundlings Theatre. Learn theatre skills, plus trip to West End show. 10am–4.15pm. £95 for week. 023 9273 7370

5–30

Meet the Normandy Veterans D-Day Museum. Monday to Friday 11am–3pm. Normal admission. Call 023 9282 6722 on the day to confirm veterans are attending.

Teddy Bears’ Picnic with Punch and Judy and Magic Show City Museum, 11.30am–3pm. Also 22 August.

6–10

Joseph and the Amazing Technicolour Dreamcoat Kings Theatre. 1.30pm, 5pm, 7.30pm and 8pm. From £19.

Navy Neverland Family Fun Day Victory Arena, Portsmouth Historic Dockyard. Re-enactments, music, craft activities. 11am–4.30pm. 023 9272 7582.

Love Southsea Market Palmerston Road precinct, 9am–5pm. www.lovesouthsea.co.uk

3–4

Southsea Show See page 12.

Waterside Market Port Solent. 11am–5pm. www.portsolent.com

Xtreme Falconry 12 Noon and 2pm in the City Museum gardens.

National Play Day See page 4.

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Hats Off National Museum of the Royal Navy. Family drop-in, all ages. 11am–1pm and 2pm–4pm. Make a naval hat and practice your salute. 023 9272 7587 www.royalnavalmuseum.org

Royal Marines School of Music Graduation Concert Guildhall. 1.45pm. £12 adult, £10 conc. 023 9282 4355.

Beating the Retreat Guildhall Square. 5pm–7pm. Royal Marines School of Music. 023 9282 6722.

9–10 Umbrella Festival Groundlings Theatre.11am–5pm. 023 9273 7370. 10

Kojak’s Revenge Wedgewood Rooms. 8pm. £9. 023 9286 3911 www.wedgewood-rooms.co.uk

10–11 Shipwrecked in Southsea Family activities at Southsea Castle and along the seafront. 11

Spice Island Guided Walk 2.30pm from Square Tower. Tickets in advance or on the day from Visitor

Tennis fun for all the family

Information at the D-Day Museum or the City Museum. £3 adults, £1 Leisure Card, accompanied children free. 023 9282 6722. 11

Thai Festival Castle Field. Thai food, music, costume and crafts. 10am–6pm. 023 9282 6722.

Under Attack! Mary Rose Museum, Portsmouth Historic Dockyard. 11am–12.30pm and 1.30pm–3pm. Try your hand at Tudor war games. £5 per child, adults free. Book on 023 9281 2931.

Millers Ark farm Meet farm animals in the City Museum gardens, 12noon –2pm.

A, B, Sea! National Museum of the Royal Navy. Family drop-in, all ages. 11am–1pm and 2pm–4pm. Flag-waving and

semaphore workshop. 023 9272 7587 www.royalnavalmuseum.org 15

Create Your Own Detective Mask Craft activity at the City Museum, 11am–3pm.

Wedge Comedy Club The Wedgewood Rooms. Three top stand-ups from the comedy circuit. 7.30pm. £8. 023 9286 3911 www.wedgewood-rooms.co.uk

Crafts in the Tower Square Tower. Art and crafts. Vintage tea room 11am–4pm. www.craftsinthetower.co.uk

Fortifications of Old Portsmouth Guided Walk 2.30pm from Square Tower. Tickets in advance or on the day from Visitor Information at the D-Day Museum or the City Museum. £3 adults, £1 Leisure Card, accompanied children free. 023 9282 6722.

Evening Ghost Walk 8pm from Square Tower. Tickets in advance or on the day from Visitor Information at the D-Day Museum or the City Museum. £3 adults, £1

A hidden gem in Gunwharf Quays

Saturday 3 August 11am-4.30pm

Victory Arena Portsmouth Historic Dockyard

Join in with the great Neverland themed family activities that are going on throughout the day!

Fun, free and fantastic exercise

Find out where you can play for free at tennisinportsmouth.com

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Contemporary Art Craft & Gifts to Buy Cafe Bar Activities for Kids Find us behind Loch Fyne Restaurant for innovative art, holiday workshops for kids and great coffee & cake! also Call usWe’ve on 023 9277 8080! ADMISSION got gifts &FREE cards you won’t find anywhere else. ADMISSION FREE! www.aspex.org.uk

Need more information? Contact the council’s visitor information service

Leisure Card, accompanied children free. 023 9282 6722. 18

Hampshire Farmers’ Market Palmerston Road precinct, 10am– 2pm. www. hampshirefarmersmarkets.co.uk

Open-air Church Service Oasis The Venue, Upper Arundel Street. 11am–9pm. Live music, face-painting, bouncy castle and refreshments. 023 9234 6440.

Dot-to-Dot City Museum. Discovery trail for families with children seven-plus. 1pm–3pm. 023 9283 4779.

Edible Medals National Museum of the Royal Navy. Family drop-in, all ages. 11am–1pm and 2pm–4pm. Design, decorate and eat a medal. 023 9272 7587 www.royalnavalmuseum.org

24–25 Eastney Beam Engine House Open Day Henderson Road, Eastney. 1pm–5pm. Last admission 4.30pm. 023 9283 4779.

24–25 Victorious Festival Portsmouth Historic Dockyard. 10am–midnight. Family event with live music, real ale and food festival, children’s arena, boutique and creative markets, Historic Dockyard attractions and indoor entertainment. £15 adult per day, £5 child per day. www.victoriousfestival.co.uk 24–25 Reptile and Amphibian Event Cumberland House, 10am-5pm. 24–26 Kite Festival Southsea Common. Kite-flyers Saturday and Sunday. Dog show and free-flying day Monday.10am–5pm. Inc. Love Southsea market. 023 9282 6722. 25

Pubs of Old Portsmouth Guided Walk 2.30pm from Square Tower. Tickets in advance or on the day from Visitor Information at the D-Day Museum or the City Museum. £3 adults, £1 Leisure Card, accompanied children free. 023 9282 6722.

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Treasure Hunt 2.30pm from Square Tower. Tickets in advance or on the day from Visitor Information at the D-Day Museum or the City Museum.

Waves of Fun National Museum of the Royal Navy. Family drop-in, all ages. 11am–1pm and 2pm–4pm. Make an ocean bottle. 023 9272 7587 www. royalnavalmuseum.org

We’re All Going on a Bear Hunt! City Museum. 10.30am, 11.30am, 1pm and 2pm. Bring your teddy. For five to 11 year-olds. Booking essential: 023 9283 4744.

29–31 Mamma Mia Italian Market Palmerston Road precinct. 10am– 4pm. 31

Open Day and Bake-off Beddow Library, Milton. See page 13.

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SEPTEMBER

Waterside Market Port Solent. 11am–5pm. www.portsolent.com

Last Night of the Proms Live Big Screen, Guildhall Square. 7.30pm–11pm. 023 9282 6722.

Love Southsea Market Palmerston Road precinct, 9am– 5pm. www.lovesouthsea.co.uk

Public Art in Portsmouth Guided Walk 2.30pm, from Victory Gate to St George’s Square. Tickets in advance or on the day from Visitor Information at the D-Day Museum or the City Museum. £3 adults, £1 Leisure Card, accompanied children free. 023 9282 6722.

Skinner/Skelton Septet Innlodge, Burrfields Road. 8pm. £14, £12 conc. 023 9225 5806 www.portsmouthjazz.com

Drayton and Farlington Neighbourhood Forum Springfield School. 7.30pm.

Stamshaw and Tipner Neighbourhood Forum Stamshaw and Tipner Community Centre. 7pm.

North End Land of Promise Guided Walk 2.30pm from North End Library. Tickets in advance or on the day from Visitor Information at the D-Day Museum or the City Museum. £3 adults, £1 Leisure Card, accompanied children free. 023 9282 6722.

Child car seat safety checks Asda, Fratton. 10am–3.30pm in car park. Search ‘child car seats’ at www.portsmouth.gov.uk

5–8

La Dolce Vita Italian Market Central Square, Gunwharf Quays. 10am

Wessex Cancer Trust Dragon Boat Festival Portsmouth Watersports Activities Centre. Fundraising event with family fun day. 10am–4pm. Book at www. linkedupfundraising.co.uk

7 Funkt*If*Ino Wedgewood Rooms. Funk, soul and hip hop. 10pm. £5. 023 9286 3911 www.wedgewood-rooms.co.uk

Boat trips in Portsmouth Portsmouth Harbour Tour from Gunwharf Quays and Portsmouth Historic Dockyard. Adult £7, Child £5, Family £20. Group bookings and rates available.

Portsmouth Harbour Waterbus

AT FORT PURBROOK AND FORT WIDLEY

Fort Purbrook boasts climbing walls, archery, judo and air weapon clubs, to name just a few activities on offer. We cater for school groups and holiday activities (8–11 & 12–13 years). We also have licensed premises for events. Fort Widley equestrian centre is the only licensed horse riding school in Portsmouth, fully equipped with a competition-sized arena with viewing gallery.

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023 9232 1223 Call Fort Widley on

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Royal Marines Association Band Concert Royal Marines Museum. £15. 023 9281 9385.

12–15 Heritage Open Days Celebrating architecture and culture with free access to places usually closed to the public or which charge for admission. Go to www.visitportsmouth.co.uk and search Heritage Open Days in the What’s On section.

PETER ASHLEY ACTIVITY CENTRES

Links the four major attractions of Portsmouth Historic Dockyard, Explosion!, Royal Navy Submarine Museum and Gunwharf Quays. Admission to RN Submarine and Explosion! Plus Waterbus £15. Waterbus Only Fare £7, Child £5

For times and availability call 01983 564602 or visit

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Fun Fridays!

Live Nights to start your weekend! events@queenshotelportsmouth.com Motown Magic Tribute Band

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Comedy & Curry Night Friday 27th September

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The Teddy Bear Doctors City Museum. Advice on identification, age or restoration. Small charge for repairs. 10.30am– 4pm. 023 9283 4779. Portsmouth Memory Walk Castle Field. 3km and 10km walks in aid of the Alzheimer’s Society. www.memorywalk.org.uk/portsmouth Henry VIII’s Portsmouth Guided Walk 2.30pm from Square Tower. Tickets in advance or on the day from Visitor Information at the D-Day Museum or the City Museum. £3 adults, £1 Leisure Card, accompanied children free. 023 9282 6722.

Milton Neighbourhood Forum Mary Rose School, Gisors Road. 7pm.

Cirque du Central Square Lakeside North Harbour. Celebrity guest opening, retailers’ demonstrations, prize draws, circus entertainers. 5–8pm. Central Square Lakeside North Harbour on Facebook.

Miles Kane plus guests Pyramids. 7.30pm. £17.50 advance.

MORE INFORMATION

Wedge Comedy Club Wedgewood Rooms. 7.30pm. £8. 023 9286 3911 www.wedgewood-rooms.co.uk

Visitor information services

The Cabin Club National Museum of the Royal Navy, Portsmouth Historic Dockyard. Drop-in for under-fives and their adults. 11am–12pm. Craft, play, stories, coffee and cakes. www.royalnavalmuseum.org

Aspex Gallery Tel: 023 9277 8080 web: www.aspex.org.uk

New Theatre Royal Tel: 023 9264 9000 web: www.newtheatreroyal.com

For Those About to Rock Pyramids. AC/DC tribute. Doors 7pm. £19.25.

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Little Pickles Market Mountbatten Centre. 10am–11.30am. Pre-loved baby and children’s market. Hampshire Farmers’ Market Palmerston Road precinct, 10am–2pm. www.hampshirefarmersmarkets.co.uk

Crafts in the Tower Square Tower. Local art and crafts. Vintage tea room 11am–4pm. www.craftsinthetower.co.uk

Walk Back In Time Guided Walk 2.30pm from Square Tower. Tickets in advance or on the day from Visitor Information at the D-Day Museum or the City Museum. £3 adults, £1 Leisure Card, accompanied children free. 023 9282 6722.

Wiggle Portsmouth Triathlon See page 20.

Make and Mend Crafts National Museum of the Royal Navy. Basic knitting. 1.30pm–4.30pm. Book on 023 9272 7595 or community@nmrm.org.uk

Blue Reef Aquarium Tel: 023 9287 5222 web: www.bluereefaquarium.co.uk

Kings Theatre Tel: 023 9282 8282 web: www.kings-southsea.com

Old Portsmouth and Gunwharf Quays Neighbourhood Forum Autumn meeting and AGM, Cathedral House. 7.30pm.

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Gunwharf Quays Tel: 023 9283 6700 web: www.gunwharf-quays.com

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Southsea Show returns The Southsea Show is back on the Common on the weekend of 3 and 4 August, thanks to venues and community groups around the city, supported by the council. There will be a 70s-style family end-of-the-pier show, a sing-a-long version of a classic family musical, and carnival workshops for kids, culminating in a grand procession. Performers include the one and only Chesney Hawkes and Cirque Bijou, who helped launch London 2012 and toured with Take That.

A giant tea tent will feature baking demonstrations and workshops, storytelling for kids, cakes and singer-songwriters. Also lined up are buskers, local covers bands, gardening demonstrations and competitions, a funfair, a petting zoo, sports activities, a dog show, a milkshake wagon and food stalls.

The beer tent and real ale bar will be filled with folk, bluegrass, country and roots music. Advance tickets: adults £8, conc £6, family of four £24. Box office: 023 9282 4355 or www.portsmouthguildhall.org.uk More information: www.thesouthseashow.co.uk

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Enter the Creepy House if you dare! This year’s Summer Reading Challenge for kids is fun, free and just a little bit creepy. Children just join at their local library, pick up their membership pack and collect stickers for each book they read over the holidays. If they read six books they’re invited to a special winners’ event to collect a certificate and medal. Plus, our libraries have lots of special free activities during the holidays. David Percival, libraries learning and engagement manager, said: “Last year was our most successful challenge ever, with more than 1,300 children reading nearly 8,000 books. Let’s see if we can beat it this year.” More info: ff libraries@portsmouthcc.gov.uk ff www.summerreadingchallenge.org.uk

Share your love of books Reading groups are a fantastic way to share the joy of books. Our libraries team supports dozens of groups, and some have room for new members.

Be a friend of Beddow Library The Friends of Beddow Library raise funds for library extras, plan events, promote the library and come up with new ideas. They’re planning an open day on Saturday 31 August from 11am to 2pm, including a Beddow bake-off. Children and adults can enter for free, and cakes will be sold to raise funds. Just turn up with your cake. Could you join the Friends? Email friendsofbeddowlibrary@fsmail.net or call 023 9273 1848. City helpdesk Tel 023 9283 4092 I Email cityhelpdesk@portsmouthcc.gov.uk

The Beddow Library group meets on the last Wednesday of each month at 2.45pm for tea, book chat and friendship. The Southsea group meets on the first Wednesday of every month at 7.30pm, usually at the Lord Palmerston pub. More info: ff Call Pat Garrett on 07960 091722 ff email libraries@ portsmouthcc.gov.uk flagship Summer 2013

Parents can be real life superheroes by making sure their family have their life-saving childhood vaccinations. Speak to your GP practice today! www.parentsasheroes.com

Changes to children’s centres

Community Toilet Scheme

Community toilets on the way We’re setting up a community toilet scheme, which would make loos in cafes, shops and other premises available to anyone – not just paying customers.

Children’s centres are being reorganised to make savings. But all 16 main centres will stay open, and each of them will have either a new-parents group or a stay-and-play group. Savings will be made by measures including: ff merging administration offices, so nine teams instead of 16 will run services ff increasing the use of volunteers ff improving the targeting of services ff reducing buildings costs ff rationalising the number of managers and other staff ff reducing spending on services such as book bags and new play equipment ff reducing opening hours Cllr Rob Wood, Cabinet Member for Children and Education, said: “We’ve taken into account a shift in government funding away from children’s centres and towards nursery places for two-year-olds. “Overall, because of increases in funding for nursery places for two-year-olds, and a doubling in the number of health visitors, spending on services for children aged up to five will actually increase.” The changes will be introduced from 9 September.

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You can already use toilets accessible to the public in council offices, libraries and museums, plus community centres that we own and operate. Businesses and community organisations around the city are interested in the scheme, and we’re making arrangements with them. Look out for stickers like the one pictured above, showing a community toilet is available. Similar schemes operate around the country. In Twickenham, one pub landlord said: “I was sceptical. I now see it is a very good idea and have been happy to recommend it to other licensees. It’s about getting local businesses to work with the council to improve the place for everyone.” If your business or organisation wants to join the scheme, we can offer incentives. Please email communityts@ portsmouth.gov.uk or call Gina on 023 9283 4789. flagship Summer 2013

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Summer cycling Have you thought about cycling for some of your regular, short journeys over the summer? It’s fun, sociable and healthy. And it can save you money on fuel and parking and reduce your carbon footprint. Portsmouth is a great city to cycle in as it’s so flat and compact. You can get to most places by bike and we have lots of cycle routes, quieter roads and cycle parking. For information on bike rides please go to www.pompeybug.co.uk/events

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ff Regular cyclists are as fit as the average person who is 10 years younger. ff Cycling firms up your thighs and bottom and can also help tone your tummy. ff Cycling increases your metabolic rate, helping you to keep the weight off. ff An average household in the UK spends a sixth of their income on travel – think how much you could save by cycling. ff Bike parking is free.

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New foldable bikes available In partnership with My Journey, Brompton Dock and South West Trains are launching a new folding bicycle scheme at Portsmouth Harbour station this summer. Twenty Brompton bikes will be available to rent at a secure dock. Because they fold, they can be taken into the home or office and on public transport. Fees for the bikes range from £45 a year for frequent users to £10 a year for leisure users. For more information please visit www.bromptondock.co.uk

Healthy walks Why not take advantage of the nicer weather and build walking into your daily routine or commute? Walking is one of the simplest and most effective forms of exercise you can do. Anyone can do it and it’s very easy to get started. Our healthy walks are fun, free and friendly and are a great way to meet people. Go to www.portsmouth.gov.uk and search for Healthy Walks.

Better connected city Over the next few months new state-of-the-art maps and signs are being erected to help people walk between Portsmouth Historic Dockyard, Southsea town centre and the city centre.

Charity bike ride and summer fair My Journey has teamed up with the annual PCAN Summer Fair in Victoria Park to launch a brand new bike ride. The Lord Mayor’s Ride, on 21 September, is a family cycling event with routes of eight, 16 or 32-plus miles. When you’ve finished the ride you can check out the fair, which will have a pedal-powered music stage, bike-powered smoothie making and a bike try-out roadshow as well as lots of other stalls and attractions to help you and your family go green. More details at www.myjourneyportsmouth.com and www.portsmouthsummerfair.co.uk

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Gunwharf Quays, Portsmouth International Port and My Journey are offering a different way to arrive for a great day out at the shopping centre. A boat will leave the port every Saturday and Sunday from 27 July, up to and including the 26 August bank holiday. Park at the port, catch the boat and enjoy the scenic journey across the water, saving you hassle and making your day even more special for only £5 per car. Go to www.myjourneyportsmouth.com/parkandsail for more details.

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Do you look after If you look after a family member, friend or neighbour, without payment, then you could be a carer. These pages are for you.

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Tim Hardy loves his new racing bike. He can get out and train for his new passion in life – triathlons. While he’s out he has peace of mind, because he knows his wife Susie, who has multiple sclerosis, can reach him on his new mobile. Tim, a full-time carer for Susie, got his bike and his phone thanks to a fund run by the Carers Centre.* “My advice to carers is to get in touch with the centre,” he says. “You just need to fill in a selfassessment form. It assesses what your needs are as a carer and helps you get a break from your caring role if it’s getting a bit much.” Susie uses a wheelchair and needs help with everyday tasks like washing,

dressing and meals. “I feel OK when Tim’s out because I know he’s got his mobile,” she says.

Training Does the person you look after have difficulty moving around? Would it help you to learn more about their condition? Would you like to use the internet to do your shopping, or to keep in touch with friends? We can offer training in all these areas, and more. Just contact the Carers Centre (details on these pages).

Lots more news and information on our website www.portsmouth.gov.uk

someone? who has a disability Left: Tim and Susie, and below: Tim with his new bike

Equipment and adaptations The right equipment can make being a carer so much easier. Even a simple automatic night light can reduce the risk of a fall. Go to www.livingmadeeasy.org.uk for details of all sorts of helpful products you can buy. Our occupational therapists can also give advice. They can see if you need grab rails, stair rails or toilet frames, and can also assess your needs for more complex equipment. You may even qualify for a grant for a major adaptation like a wet room or a stair lift. Call our help desk on 023 9268 0810.

Daily life for the couple has been made easier by equipment and adaptations at their Buckland home. These include a special cup for Susie, wider doorways, ramps, a self-propelled shower chair and an electric rise-and-recline chair. She says: “We know there’s help out there if we need these things.” Tim says: “We know the Carers Centre is there and there’s support if we need it. When you’re caring for someone on a regular basis you can sometimes end up becoming a bit isolated. But they have a big list of groups to join.”

Our Telecare service provides equipment in your home that connects you to help if you need it. You can have a push-button pendant that you press in an emergency, or equipment that automatically raises the alarm if you’re unable to do so. Go to www.portsmouth.gov.uk and search for Telecare, or call us free on 0800 731 2228.

Carers contacts To find information, advice and support: ff Portsmouth Carers Centre: 023 9285 1864 carerscentre@portsmouthcc. gov.uk www.portsmouthcarers.org ff Carers Council Portsmouth: carerscouncilportsmouth@ gmail.com www.carerstogether.org.uk/ carerscouncil

An independent forum made up of carers, which influences services. More information from Sylvia Hutchins on 023 9259 5455 or sylvia.hutchins@ carerstogether.org.uk ff The local branch of national charity Carers UK: Sue Dawkins, 023 9235 9018 (6pm–9pm and weekends) or suedawkins59@googlemail.com Jennifer Stenson, 023 9283 1229 or j.stenson@btinternet.com www.carersukportsmouth. org.uk (includes a list of carers’ groups)

To learn more about our carers strategy: ff Go to www.portsmouth.gov.uk and search for carers strategy ff call 023 9268 8169 for a paper copy

*A joint fund, from the council and the Clinical Commissioning Group, run by the Carers Centre assessment team.

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Get a wiggle on You could join more than 1,000 competitors in the city’s first Olympicdistance triathlon on 22 September. They’ll swim 1,500m in the Solent, cycle 40km through the Historic Dockyard and then run 10k along the seafront and into Old Portsmouth. We’re holding this accredited race with Wiggle – the world’s leading online triathlon retailer – and the sport’s governing body, Triathlon England. There’s a 750m swim/20k bike/5k run option too. You can also enter a relay team of three. Cllr Lee Hunt, the council’s Cabinet Member for Culture, Leisure and Sport, said: “The city was chosen because of its iconic location. We’ve already gained a reputation for hosting the world’s premier 10-mile race with the Bupa Great South Run, and we hope the Wiggle Portsmouth Triathlon will become just as prestigious.

Swimmers in our Super Sprint Triathlon last month “Wiggle is a great example of a successful local company that is now helping to bring money into the city.” More info: ff search triathlon at www.portsmouth.gov.uk

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New era for home of the Royal Navy

Artist’s impression of a new carrier berthed at Portsmouth

The whole city is looking forward to an exciting new era at Portsmouth Naval Base. By 2020, when it’s home to two new Queen Elizabeth Class aircraft carriers, the base will be looking after more than 200,000 tonnes worth of ship. That’s a level not seen since the 1950s, and compares with only 85,000 tonnes today. To gear up for this increase, the base has to transform, and the council is doing all it can to help.

We’ve already built a new link road into the base’s Trafalgar Gate. And we’re working with the base on a plan for a new power plant. This could meet increased demand for electricity at the dockyard as well as supply new buildings in the Northern Quarter and Tipner. Captain Iain Greenlees is in charge of transforming the base so it can support the new carriers and continue to develop effective support for the T45 destroyers and new T26 frigates. He said: “This is a once-in-a-100year opportunity. The

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implications for the base are the same as the Edwardians faced as they worked out how to build and support the Dreadnought Class battleships – at the time the largest warships in the world – and we need to have the same sort of mindset. “The challenge is to think what a good 21st century naval base support should look like – and how we can deliver that from an 18th century naval base. “We’re writing the history of the base for the next generation – and that’s exciting.”

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Standing up for our patients’ care and safety Like all public sector organisations, we are working hard to ensure we get the best possible value for the Portsmouth pound. From April 1, NHS Portsmouth Clinical Commissioning Group (CCG) replaced the primary care trust as the main commissioner – or buyer – of health services for the city. Our £260m budget pays to commission services provided by Portsmouth Hospitals NHS Trust, which runs the Queen Alexandra Hospital, and Solent NHS Trust – which is responsible for various services from district nurses to mental health, and podiatry to physiotherapy. But the stark findings of the Francis Report, following the unusually high number of hospital deaths in MidStaffordshire, has further reminded us about how the need for financial prudence must be balanced against the need to ensure patient safety and service quality. The report identified a ‘systematic failure of the provision of good care’ – including a lack of cleaning, basic nursing care and compassion towards patients at the hospital. Its 290 recommendations addressed concerns including a lack of sufficient staff and a failure to manage safety issues. The report said targets and money were seen as more important in Mid-Staffs than patients and basic care.

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As commissioners, it’s our job to ensure that the shortfalls of MidStaffs could never happen in Portsmouth. The report highlighted our responsibilities to encourage regular involvement with our patients and public, getting timely feedback from a wide range of sources. We have to provide ways for GPs to share their views about the quality of services. We must be smarter in the way we look at patient feedback and information. Above all, we must balance quality, money and performance. We already have in place a number of arrangements to help meet these responsibilities. But there are a number of other steps that we are taking and planning as part of what must be a continuous and on-going process. Here are just some of the steps we already have in place. ff GPs, as patient representatives, complete feedback forms to report any concerns ff Our 26 member GP practices have Patient Participation Groups (PPGs) but we have planned our first city-wide CCG meeting to bring together patient representatives from across Portsmouth. ff We have lay (non-NHS) members on our governing body, including a lay ‘patient champion’ ff We have a quality and safeguarding executive group ff There’s a clinical commissioning committee with a focus on quality/safety and safeguarding

ff We have a designated GP lead for quality and safeguarding – and reports on quality go to all our Board and sub-committee meetings. We are putting in place better ways to inform our Board about the quality and safety of services and reviewing the way we monitor those who provide these services in Portsmouth. A fundamental lesson from MidStaffs is that patients’ stories and experiences – including positive feedback – must be actively sought, listened to and used to inform us about the quality of our local services. That is why the most important voice to us is you, as our patients and service users. There are a number of ways in which you can get involved or your voice can be heard.

We want your views There are a number of ways that you can let us know your views about your health services. These include: ff Through your surgery’s Patient Participation Group ff Via the Tell Us About your NHS page on our website www.portsmouthccg.nhs.uk ff Email enquiries@ portsmouthccg.nhs.uk ff Write to NHS Portsmouth CCG, St James’ Hospital, Locksway Road, Portsmouth, PO4 8LD.

Spare change or real change? If you want to help people who beg on the street, there’s a better way than giving money. Research by the Safer Portsmouth Partnership showed that of 16 prolific beggars, all had drug and/or alcohol addictions. John*, a former drug user who begged in Portsmouth, told us: “I’d say anything to get money off people. I’d make it really complicated for them to buy me food, so they’d give me cash instead. I always spent it all on drugs. “I don’t give money to people begging now. Being given money just kept me where I was – on drugs and with no hope of recovery. If you really want to help, say no and support one of the city’s brilliant recovery services instead.” The Central Point day centre welcomes donated clothes, shoes, towels, toiletries, sleeping bags, flasks and food. Contact them on 023 9229 8791 or centralpoint@rethink.org *Name changed. Picture posed by model.

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Neighbourhood Watch made easy

Stay safe this summer and don’t try tombstoning – jumping into the sea from a height.

Being involved with Neighbourhood Watch is easier than you think.

Since 2007, tombstoning has caused at least 18 deaths and 57 serious injuries nationally. In 2008, local man Sonny Wells was paralysed from the chest down after jumping off South Parade Pier, and he now urges others not to take the risk. Tombstoning is dangerous because: ff you don’t know what’s under the water or how shallow it is ff the shock of cold water can make it difficult to swim ff strong currents can sweep you away ff children may copy you Call 999 and ask for coastguard in an emergency. More info: www.saferportsmouth.org/ campaigns/tombstoning

Portsmouth chairman Paul Barker says there are just a few meetings a year. “It doesn’t have to be a big time commitment. Any other work is often just a case of forwarding an email on to your neighbours.” NW means you can: ff get to know your neighbours ff build community spirit ff get cheaper home insurance ff receive crime advice ff help the police solve crimes More info: ff 023 9284 1461 ff pompeynwa@hotmail.com ff Search neighbourhood watch at www.portsmouth.gov.uk

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Contact the champ

If you or a family member has a learning disability, then John Attrill is here to support you.

He’s the city’s Learning Disability Champion, and you can contact him with any problems, issues or ideas you may have.

Be a good neighbour

John, a former councillor who has a learning disability himself, works to: ff raise awareness of learning disability issues ff promote the rights of people with learning disabilities ff ensure they get fair access to services and equal opportunities ff boost their job opportunities

Could you spare an hour or two a week to help a lonely older person?

Contact him on 07831 544078 or mbcu@beneficial.org.uk

If you can help, or know an older person who needs the service, please contact 023 9289 0958 or goodneighbours@havensalvationarmy.org.uk

Maybe you could keep them company for a while, do a bit of shopping or just chat on the phone. The Good Neighbours scheme, run by the Salvation Army for the council, is looking for volunteers.

The Hampshire Health Record

Your information The Hampshire Health Record is an electronic summary record for people living in Hampshire, Portsmouth and Southampton. The record stores information from GP surgeries, hospitals, social and community care teams in one place so that – with your consent – professionals can view it to deliver better care to you.

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Further information

Phone: 0300 123 1519 Email: info@hantshealthrecord.nhs.uk

: Web: www.hantshealthrecord.nhs.uk * Write to: Hampshire Health Record HQ Omega House 112 Southampton Road Eastleigh SO50 5PB

Lots more news and information on our website www.portsmouth.gov.uk

What is Shaping the Future of Portsmouth? The Shaping group is a partnership of the council, other public bodies, voluntary groups and major private companies, devoted to boosting the economy. For example: It supports education by partnering business leaders with head teachers. Annie Gunthorpe, head of Westover Primary School, said: “The business buddying scheme is excellent for me. It really challenges my ideas and decisions about the direction of the school.” It supports young people by pairing young entrepreneurs with business mentors. Keshia Austin, founder of proofreading business www.englishdirect.co, said: “The mentoring I’ve received has been excellent. I’m very grateful to Shaping. Now I’m lucky enough to mentor young people myself.” It promotes the city by recruiting and training Portsmouth Ambassadors. Barry Dewing, Portsmouth Ambassador, cab driver and chair of Pompey Independent Supporters Association, said: “I’m always happy to tell visitors about Portsmouth and its great history, and encouraging them to visit different places in our unique island city.” Want to join in? ff Go to www.shapingportsmouth.co.uk ff Call 023 9283 4484

Help inspire young people One of the big Shaping events is the Opportunities Fair (pictured above), which inspires young people by showing them exciting careers they could have in the city. Last year more than 80 employers showcased their work, and organisers are hoping even more will join in this year. They are also recruiting role models – born, educated or with a work history in Portsmouth – who can share their stories, advice and ideas with children and parents. The fair is at the Guildhall on Saturday 19 October, 10am to 3pm. If you can take part as an exhibitor or a role model, please contact jjones@portsmouthebp.co.uk More info: ff www.oppsfair.com ff 023 9283 4484

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Our part-time Business and Management Degree is designed for busy working people and is available one evening a week from several colleges across Hampshire, the Isle of Wight and from the University of Portsmouth. It is open to those who may not have formal qualifications but whose work experience will have prepared them to succeed. To find out more about the flexible part-time courses we offer, come along to our next open evening, details of which can be found at www.port.ac.uk/ For further information pbsevents. visit:

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North End has got everything you need for your everyday shopping. And these days it’s even easier to get to and to walk around. Colin Walker, our district centres co-ordinator, said: “It’s the place to go if you like personal service from independent businesses. It’s got a post office, butchers, florists, pubs... all you need from a local high street.” We’ve made the area brighter and more welcoming, in consultation with businesses and residents. We banned most heavy lorries from London Road and encouraged drivers to use off-street car parks, which were under-used. We widened pavements between Chichester Road and Laburnum Grove, using coloured surfaces. We put in more cycle parking, widened the crossing by the Co-op, and moved the other crossing to a better place. We’ve also been supporting businesses with training and advice. Next, we’ll be putting in new seats along London Road.

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Lots more news and information on our website www.portsmouth.gov.uk

Exploitation – how to spot the signs Sexual exploitation of young people hit the headlines earlier this year after the sentencing of a gang who operated in Oxford. But it’s not just something that happens elsewhere. Detective Inspector John Geden, from Portsmouth’s safeguarding children’s board, said: “Parents and carers should talk to their children about the differences between healthy and unhealthy relationships and help them understand the risks.” He says parents and carers should look out for: ff signs of physical abuse such as bruising ff changes to behaviour – like staying out later or going missing ff new or unexplained gifts or possessions ff older people or friends who have control over your child ff risks from being online If you’re worried a young person is being sexually exploited: ff contact our specialist service at uturn@barnardos.org.uk or 01489 796684 ff call our social care team on 0845 6710271 ff call police on 101 For online safety tips search e-safety at www.portsmouth.gov.uk

Be prepared In a major emergency, what could you do to help yourself, your family and your community? There’s plenty of information in a new booklet. It has details of the main risks this area faces, including pandemic flu, flooding, severe weather, loss of critical infrastructure and major industrial accidents. It also shows how the council and other public bodies are preparing. To download the booklet search community risk register at www.hants.gov.uk

Know your rights Police have found that 41% of youngsters stopped or searched in Portsmouth did not understand why. So now they’ve created an educational campaign called Keep Calm and Know Your Rights. Chief Inspector Annabel Berry of Hampshire Constabulary said: “Stop City helpdesk Tel 023 9283 4092 I Email cityhelpdesk@portsmouthcc.gov.uk

and search remains an incredibly useful power in catching criminals and keeping Portsmouth safe. The views of young people are vitally important.” To find out more go to www.hampshire.police.uk/ keepcalm You can contact police by calling 101 or leaving feedback at the site. flagship Summer 2013

We want your views There’s still time to tell us your views about proposed changes to roads in Southsea. We’ve delivered leaflets in the area, held a drop-in and run a mobile exhibition. The plans are on show at Southsea Library, and leaflets are in libraries citywide. You have until 31 July to give your views on Osborne Road and Palmerston Road, and until 21 October to comment on Lennox Road South.

Junction of Palmerston Road and Osborne Road

Our proposals Osborne Road We want to improve the look of the area, creating a more welcoming atmosphere and making it more pedestrianfriendly, while keeping two-way access for vehicles. We’re asking for your views on plans for: ff more trees ff atmospheric lighting ff wider pavements ff an improved crossing ff better seating ff more planters

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The pedestrian zone at the south end of the road, which allows buses and cycles, was put in after consultation.

Traffic has caused safety concerns for residents. In a survey, their most popular option was a trial closure. We’re asking for views on this experiment.

To comment on all three roads and see more details of the Osborne Road plans, pick up a leaflet or search Southsea town centre improvements at www.portsmouth.gov.uk

Now we’re asking for views on these options: ff keep it as it is ff exclude buses, use CCTV/ bollards to stop access ff exclude buses, use CCTV/ bollards to stop access, and extend zone to Auckland Road

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The closing date is 31 July.

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There is also a more detailed consultation on Lennox Road. Search Lennox Road South at www.portsmouth.gov.uk for more details. This consultation runs until 21 October.

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We’re working to protect Portsmouth from sewer flooding Our work in to protect Portsmouth from sewer flooding is making good progress across the City. In Burrfields Road, two new surface water culverts have been laid under the road. In Tangier Road, the rainwater sewer through the Tangier Road Recreation Ground has been completed and work has now moved into the adjoining car park. The next phase of this project will take us out onto the road where we will need to temporarily put in two way traffic lights so that the new manholes and rainwater sewer can be constructed. Work is also well underway in the Copnor area of the city. New rainwater sewers have been laid across the rugby club grounds and work is now underway to ensure that the pitches can be re-laid in time for the start of the new season in September. In Stamshaw Park, excavation of the shaft for the new below ground pumping station is complete and work is underway on the concrete structures inside the shaft to house the pumps. The Harbour School @ Stamshaw have helped us to brighten up the hoarding round this site by proving photographs depicting “What Portsmouth means to me”.

City helpdesk Tel 023 9283 4092 I Email cityhelpdesk@portsmouthcc.gov.uk

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Could you use a break? If your child has a disability and your family could benefit from a short break, then we’d like to hear from you.

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Prizes for recycling We’re working on a scheme to reward the best recyclers. Just 23% of our household waste is sent for recycling. If we can all do a bit better, it will help the environment and help us save money.

We’re carrying out a consultation on our short breaks service, which offers play schemes, afterschool clubs, befriending and care in the home, to make sure we’re offering the best quality service. To take part in the consultation, and to find out more about short breaks: ff search short breaks at www.portsmouth.gov.uk ff email shortbreaks@portsmouthcc.gov.uk ff call 023 9268 8842

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Elderly people Electoral registration Employment and learning advice (PCMI) Employment and skills Empty properties Enterprise Centres

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Family information service – Portsmouth CHAT Flooding Fly tipping Food safety Fostering Freedom of information

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Garden waste & composting Guildhall box office Grass cutting Gully cleansing/road cleaning Gypsy and traveller liaison

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