Flagship magazine - March 2013 by PortsmouthCityCouncil

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inside 4 18 out&about

Six pages of Easter and spring events.

do you look after someone?

Where to go for advice and support if you are a carer.

learning together Your tips to help children achieve their best.

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time for teddy bears Around 150 cuddly examples of the world’s best-loved toy are featured in our City Museum’s new free show. Portsmouth is the first city in the south to host the Teddy Bear Story, a major exhibition organised by the V&A Museum of Childhood, London. The exhibition explores the history of the teddy bear from the first designs based on real animals to modern character and designer bears. There are many rare and diverse examples of the toy, as well as teddies from books, films and TV, and even bears with their own personal stories to tell. Also included is a teddy bear theatre with more than 50 animated Steiff bears and animals in a version of Shakespeare’s Globe theatre. There’s also a special Three Bears play house and activity area for families. Local knitters from The Fratton Live at Home Group have created teddies for visitors to find on bear hunts around the museum. Teddy Bear Story is at the museum until 15 September and entry is free. The museum is open from 10am to 5pm, Tuesday to Sunday.

More info: f go to www.portsmouthmuseums.co.uk f call 023 9282 7261 f check the Out and About listings (pages 4–9) for more teddy events

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

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out&about MARCH ★ APRIL ★ MAY

All events highlighted in pink are FREE

Until 15 September The Teddy Bear Story Tuesday to Sunday and bank holidays, 10am–5pm. See page 3.

Pastoral Symphony Church of the Resurrection, Farlington. Portsmouth Philharmonia. 7.30pm. £5 adults, £1 children. 023 9273 1122.

Every Saturday Mini Makers Aspex. Artist-led workshop for toddlers to eight-year-olds and their parents. 10.30am–11.30am. £5. 023 9277 8080.

Rag-rugging North End Library. 10am–12 noon. Places to be booked at any city library. 023 9281 9311.

Digital Photography North End Library. 1pm–4pm. Session 4. Book at any library. 023 9281 9311.

Mark Thomas: The Manifesto Wedgewood Rooms. 7.30pm, £10. 023 9286 3911. www.wedgewood-rooms.co.uk

Portsmouth Music Festival Gala Concert Kings Theatre. Choral, guitar, rock and pop etc. 7pm. £5–£10. 023 9282 8282.

Until 7 April New Creatives 2013 Aspex. Showcase of talent from local colleges. 11am–4pm. 023 9277 8080.

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

Rock Gardens Revisited– Featuring Truffle Pyramids. 7.30pm. 0844 249 1000 www.pyramids-live.co.uk

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Portsmouth During the Blitz Talk, City Museum. 2.30pm. £3 adults, £1 Leisure Card, accompanied children free. 023 9282 6722. Thank You for the Music Kings Theatre. 7.30pm. From £22. Crafts in the Tower Square Tower. Local artists and craftspeople showcase their work. Vintage tearoom. 11am–4pm. www.squaretower.co.uk

28 March–14 April Easter Gift Fair with Love Southsea Central Square, Gunwharf Quays. From 10am. 29

Southsea Treasure Hunt 2.30pm from the Square Tower, Old Portsmouth. 023 9282 6722.

Jaguar Skills Guildhall, 9pm. £15 in advance.

Wedge Comedy Club Wedgewood Rooms. Featuring US comedienne Katherine Ryan. 7.30pm, £8. 023 9286 3911. www.wedgewood-rooms.co.uk

Pop out to a pop-up film Portsmouth Film Society’s pop-up cinema project, part-funded by the council, brings cinema into the community, making a whole range of films available to a wider audience. See box opposite for highlights of the upcoming schedule. For other PFS screenings see the listings on these pages. For more information go to www.portsmouthfilmsociety.org.uk or call 023 9200 0544.

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Our distributors are contracted to deliver flagship between 23 and 29 March. 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. 29 March–1 April Easter Holiday Activities Central Square, Gunwharf Quays. 12pm–4pm. Chocolate-themed arts and craft with food decorating and a trail. 29 March–14 April Yuck! Blue Reef Aquarium. The smelliest, squidgiest and slimiest marine animals. From 10am. Normal admission. 023 9287 5222. 29 March–14 April Easter Events Portsmouth Historic Dockyard. Events and workshops for all ages from 10am. 29 March–14 April Giant Easter Egg Hunt Spinnaker Tower. 10am–6pm. £6.75–£8.55. 30

Boutique Market Little Johnny Russell’s, Albert Road. 12pm–4pm. www.boutiquemarket.co.uk

30–31 Eastney Beam Engine House Open Day Henderson Road, Eastney. 1pm–5pm. Last admission 4.30pm. Includes a toy steam rally on Sunday from 2.30pm. 023 9282 7261. 31

Easter Egg Hunt Port Solent. Treasure hunt with Alice and the White Rabbit. Petting farm. 11am–2pm. www.portsolent.com

Highland Road Cemetery Walk, 2.30pm from Cemetery Lodge. Tickets in advance from Visitor

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12 April: Madagascar 3 (kids), 12pm (£1.50). Quartet (12A), 2pm (£3 Southsea Community Centre. ). 4 May: Hotel Transylvania (kid s), 4pm. (£1.50). Silver Linings Playbo ok (15), 7pm (£3). Southsea Community Centre. 10 May: The Master (15), 7.3 0pm, Eastney Community Centre (£3). 11 May: Wreck-it Ralph (kid s). Eastney Community Centre 3.30pm, (£1.50). 25 May: Chasing Ice (12A), 8pm , Victoria Park (£3).

Sherlock Borrow an iPod from City Museum reception (bring photo ID) and follow the trail around the museum grounds, or download the Portsmouth Writers app and enjoy the Study in Sherlock exhibition. Tuesday–Sunday 10am–5pm. 023 9282 7261. Free.

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

RACING&DJs THREE FRIDAY NIGHTS 31 MAY • 14 JUNE • 21 JUNE GOODWOOD RACECOURSE

an Easter Eggs-travaganza!

Our Hotwalls Café in Old Portsmouth joins the Square Tower and Love Southsea for a free, fun family event on 1 April, 11am to 3pm.

There will be an Easter egg hunt, plus farmyard animals, local artisans, homemade products, a hog roast and local firm All About Tea. Entertainment is by The Pompey Pluckers. The café and Square Tower tea room will be open as normal.

Information £3 adults, £1 Leisure Card, accompanied children free. 023 9282 6722.

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Commando Fit Royal Marines Museum. Four to 14 year-olds. Outdoor assault course or inside in poor weather. 11am and 2pm. Normal admission. 023 9281 9385.

Open Wednesdays with the Curators Royal Marines Museum. Research your military ancestors. 10am–5pm. Also 10 April and 29 May. Normal admission. 023 9281 9385.

Pirate Encounters The National Museum of the Royal Navy, Historic Dockyard. See a real Jolly Roger and make pirate treasure. 11am–1pm and 2pm–4pm. Drop-in, no ticket required, all ages welcome. 023 9272 7587.

Join Nelson’s Navy HMS Victory at Historic Dockyard. What life was like on board. Free with a valid ticket.11am–1pm and 2pm–4pm. Drop-in, all ages welcome. Also 11 April. 023 9272 7587.

Kids Club Port Solent. Pirates and Princesses. Dress as your favourite character. 11am–4pm. Meet by the playground. www.portsolent.com

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Southsea Treasure Hunt 2.30pm from the Square Tower, Old Portsmouth. 023 9282 6722.

Easter Eggstravaganza Hotwalls café, Old Portsmouth, 11am–3pm. See above.

Kids Club Port Solent. Little Mermaid sing-along. Rehearse at 11am or 1pm then perform to your parents at 12pm or 2pm. All ages. Meet by the playground. www.portsolent.com

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Digital Photography North End Library. 1pm–4pm. Book at any library. 023 9281 9311. The Pretty Things – 50th Anniversary Tour The Cellars. £18.50. Doors 7.30pm. www.thecellars.co.uk Holiday Art Club Aspex. Eight to 13 year-olds. £15 per day or £40 for three days. Also 9–11 April. 1am–3pm. 023 9277 8060.

After Hours Aspex. Open mic night. 7pm–9pm. Also 2 May. 023 9277 8080.

John Motson Guildhall. 7.30pm, £15.

Teddy Bear Puppets City Museum. Drop-in activity three to eight year-olds. 1pm–3pm. 023 9282 7261.

Simon Townshend of The Who The Cellars. £10. Doors 7.30pm. www.thecellars.co.uk

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

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Dalek Invasion Royal Marines Museum. 10am–5pm. Prices include entry to the museum. Adult s£10, under-12s £5, under-fives £3. 023 9281 9385.

Join Nelson’s Navy HMS Victory at Historic Dockyard. What life was like on board. Free with a valid ticket.11am–1pm and 2pm–4pm. Drop-in, all ages welcome. 023 9272 7587.

Home and Garden Market Port Solent. 11am–5pm. www.portsolent.com

James Taylor Quartet Guildhall. 8.30pm. £17, under 18s £12.

Dickens Readings – Dickens Fellowship Charles Dickens Birthplace Museum. Included in admission. 023 9282 7261.

Andy Parsons Kings Theatre. 8pm. From £15.

Hilsea Lines Walk 2.30pm from entrance to Hilsea Lido. Tickets in advance or on the day from Visitor Information. £3 adults, £1 Leisure Card, accompanied children free. 023 9282 6722.

ADULT £10 CHILD UNDER 12 £5 CHILD UNDER 5 £3

Colin Vearncombe AKA Black The Cellars. £12.50. Doors 7.30pm. www.thecellars.co.uk

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Georgina Jackson Quartet Innlodge, Burrfields Road. 8pm. £13, concessions £11. Tickets 023 9225 5806 www.portsmouthjazz.com

Kids Club Port Solent. Merlin-themed knights school with jousting and medieval fun. 11am–4pm. Meet by the playground. www.portsolent.com

Roger Beaujolais Quartet Innlodge, Burrfields Road. 8pm. £12, concessions £10. Tickets 023 9225 5806 www.portsmouthjazz.com

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Treasure Island National Museum of the Royal Navy, Historic Dockyard. Discover treasures from the museum collection and design a treasure map. 11am–1pm and 2pm–4pm. Drop-in, no ticket required, all ages welcome. 023 9272 7587.

HMS – Hear My Story: Twilight Tour of the Artefact Collections The National Museum of the Royal Navy, Historic Dockyard. Preview of new acquisitions and previously unseen items to be displayed in the new gallery. Booking 023 9272 7595.

Ambassadors for Portsmouth Talk, North End Library. 6pm. Book at any library. 023 9281 9311.

Open Wednesdays with the Curators Royal Marines Museum. Research your military ancestors. 10am–5pm. Normal admission. 023 9281 9385.

Holiday Art Club Aspex. Eight to 13 year-olds. £15 per day or £40 for three days. 1am–3pm. 023 9277 8060.

Kids Club Port Solent. Magic workshop. Drop-in workshops and shows 11am–4pm. www.portsolent.com

13–14 Tattoo Extravaganza Pyramids. 10.30am. £12–£20. www.pyramids-live.co.uk 0844 249 1000. 14

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

King of Pigs – cert 15 film Omega Centre, Omega Road, 8pm. £5. www.portsmouthfilmsociety.org.uk 023 9200 0544.

Teddy Bear Tales City Museum. Story time for pre-school children. 2pm–2.30pm. No need to book. 023 9282 7261.

MGC Choir

Music in May with the Band of the Hants Constabulary 3pm Sunday 19 May Portsmouth Guildhall Tickets from £8 023 92 431198 or www.miltongleeclub.org

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

16–19 Italian Food Market Gunwharf Quays. From 10am. 19–20 Ben and Holly’s Little Kingdom Kings Theatre. Friday 1pm and 4pm, Saturday 10am–1pm. From £11.50. 21

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

History of Portsmouth Talk, 2.30pm City Museum. £3 adults, £1 Leisure Card, accompanied children free. 023 9282 6722.

St George’s Day Blue Reef Aquarium. Marine life of England. From 10am. Normal admission. 023 9287 5222. World Book Night Quiz Central Library. Teams of no more than eight. Bring a bottle and refreshments. 7.30pm. Register on 07960 091722.

Argo – cert 15 film Omega Centre, Omega Road, 8pm. £5. www.portsmouthfilmsociety.org.uk 023 9200 0544.

Moulettes The Cellars. £8. Doors 7.30pm. www.thecellars.co.uk

Lower Than Atlantis Pyramids. 7.30pm. £12.50. www. pyramids-live.co.uk 0844 249 1000.

Portsmouth Thought Venue to be confirmed. Cities Are Good For You: The Genius of Metropolis. Leo Hollis reveals why have misunderstood how cities work. 7pm. £5, £3 with Portsmouth Library Card or Leisure Card. 023 9268 8037.

Computing for Absolute Beginners Southsea Library. 9.30am–12.30pm. Call 023 9268 8999 to book.

Introduction to the Internet Southsea Library. 1.30pm–4.30pm. Call 023 9268 8999 to book.

We Are The In Crowd Pyramids. 7.30pm. £15. www. pyramids-live.co.uk 0844 249 1000.

How to Set Up and Use an Email Account Southsea Library. 1.30pm–4.30pm. Call 023 9268 8999 to book.

Crafts in the Tower Square Tower. Local artists and craftspeople showcase their work. Vintage tearoom. 11am–4pm. www.squaretower.co.uk

Victorian Portsmouth Walk, 2.30pm from Victory Gate. Tickets in advance or on the day from Visitor Information. £3 adults, £1 Leisure Card, accompanied children free. 023 9282 6722.

Little Pickles Market Cosham Community Centre. Prams, maternity items, clothes, toys, books, highchairs and more. 11am–12.30pm. £1 adult. www.littlepicklesmarkets.co.uk

Kate Nash Wedgewood Rooms. 8pm. £12.50. 023 9286 3911. www.wedgewood-rooms.co.uk

Cockleshell Heroes Royal Marines Museum. Lecture by Paddy Ashdown based on his latest book. Arrival drinks and lecture £5, arrival drinks, lecture and buffet / drinks £12.50. 6pm–8.30pm. 023 9281 9385.

I Wish – cert PG film Omega Centre, Omega Road, 8pm. £5. www.portsmouthfilmsociety.org.uk 023 9200 0544.

26 April–7 July Charlie Tweed – I Am Algorithm Aspex. 11am–4pm. 023 9277 8080. 27–28 Eastney Beam Engine House Open Day Henderson Road, Eastney. 1pm–5pm. Last admission 4.30pm. 023 9282 7261.

023 9282 6722 • vis@portsmouthcc.gov.uk • www.visitportsmouth.co.uk

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After Hours Aspex. Open mic night. 7pm–9pm. 023 9277 8080.

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

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Health and Wellbeing Square Tower. Exhibitors and workshops. £2. 0798 968 0310. www.complementary-therapy.uk.com

Julian Lloyd Webber Guildhall. 7.30pm. £20, under 18s £10.

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Dockyard to Old Portsmouth Walk, 2.30pm from Victory Gate to Square Tower. Tickets in advance or on the day from Visitor Information. £3 adults, £1 Leisure Card, accompanied children free. 023 9282 6722.

Amber Continental Market Palmerston Rd. 9am–4pm. 0782 777 8704 www.ambermarkets.co.uk

Reginald D Hunter Kings Theatre. 8pm. From £20.

Home and Garden Market Port Solent. 11am–5pm. www.portsolent.com

Michael Ball Guildhall. 7.30pm, £37.50.

Orchestral Evening – Portsmouth Light Orchestra Church Of The Resurrection, Penrhyn Ave, Drayton, 7.30pm. Tickets £5, from 023 9236 2926 or 023 9232 7842. Proceeds to Drayton Centre Building Fund.

Beaches and Battleships Walk, 2.30pm from D-Day Museum. Tickets in advance or on the day from Visitor Information. £3 adults, £1 Leisure Card, accompanied children free. 023 9282 6722.

Wedding Fayre Royal Marines Museum. 10.30am– 3.30pm. £1.50. 023 9281 9385.

No – cert 15 film Omega Centre, Omega Road, 8pm. £5. www.portsmouthfilmsociety.org.uk 023 9200 0544.

Royal Marines Association Concert Band Royal Marines Museum. 7pm–10pm. £15. 023 9281 9385.

Teen Spirit: A Tribute to Nirvana Wedgewood Rooms. 8pm. £8. 023 9286 3911.

Closer in Harmony St Agatha’s Church, Landport. Portsmouth Chorus with soloist Sarah Jerling, and Portsmouth Chorus Junior Choir. 7.30pm. £6–£10. 023 9261 9726 www.theportsmouthchorus.com

Bring Me the Horizon Pyramids. 7.30pm. £15. www. pyramids-live.co.uk 0844 249 1000.

Abseiling Spinnaker Tower. 9am–6pm. £75. 023 9285 7520.

Southsea Treasure Hunt Treasure Hunt, 2.30pm from the D-Day Museum. Tickets in advance or on the day from Visitor Information. £3 adults, £1 Leisure Card, accompanied children free. 023 9282 6722.

4–6

Marine Munchies Blue Reef Aquarium. Feeding demos and chance to help feed the fish. From 10am. Normal admission. 023 9287 5222.

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Rural and Seaside Show Castle Field. Donkey rides, heavy horses, craft displays, stalls, Punch and Judy shows, vintage tea tent, vintage garden fete, refreshments and children’s rides. 10am–5pm. www.visitportsmouth.co.uk

Untouchable – cert 15 film Omega Centre, Omega Road 8pm. £5. www.portsmouthfilmsociety.org.uk 023 9200 0544.

Dickens Readings – Dickens Fellowship Charles Dickens Birthplace Museum. Included in admission. 023 9282 7261.

Chinese State Circus Kings Theatre. 7.30pm. From £18.

New Model Army Wedgewood Rooms. 8pm. £16. 023 9286 3911. www.wedgewood-rooms.co.uk

The Official Portsmouth Harbour Tour and Waterbus Company Portsmouth Harbour Tour from Gunwharf Quays and Portsmouth Historic Dockyard. Adult £7, Child £5, Family £20. Group bookings and rates available.

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Portsmouth Harbour Waterbus

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

18–24 Adult Learners Week Various venues. Informative, fun and educational events including the new Mary Rose Museum, the literary history of Portsmouth, book-binding and digital cameras. 023 9268 8035.

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

Authors of Southsea Walk, 2.30pm from City Museum. Tickets in advance or on the day from City Museum. £3 adults, £1 Leisure Card, accompanied children free. 023 9282 6722.

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

May Racing

Goodwood Racecourse May 4th, 9th, 23rd, 24th, 25th & 31st Tickets from £8 Hospitality from £47pp For tickets and hospitality call 01243 755055 www.goodwood.com

MGC Choir Guildhall, 3pm. From £8. 023 92 431198 or www.miltongleeclub.org

Crafts in the Tower Square Tower. Local artists and craftspeople showcase their work. Vintage tearoom. 11am–4pm. www.squaretower.co.uk

Lore – cert 15 film Omega Centre, Omega Road, 8pm. £5. www.portsmouthfilmsociety.org. uk 023 9200 0544.

Drayton and Farlington Neighbourhood Forum Solent Infant School, Evelegh Rd, 7.30pm.

World Turtle Day Blue Reef Aquarium. From 10am. Normal admission. 023 9287 5222.

Fratton Neighbourhood Forum AGM 7.15pm, City Girls School.

25 May–2 June Pirates Ahoy! Spinnaker Tower. Themed family fun. 10am–6pm. £6.75–£8.55. 25May–2 June Shark Week Blue Reef Aquarium. Talks and feeding demonstrations. From 10am. Normal admission. 023 9287 5222.

Visitor information services

023 9282 6722 www.visitportsmouth.co.uk Aspex Gallery Tel: 023 9277 8080 web: www.aspex.org.uk

The Paperboys The Cellars. £12.50. Doors 7.30pm. www.thecellars.co.uk

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

Treasure Hunt 2.30pm from D-Day Museum. Tickets in advance or on the day from Visitor Information £3 adults, £1 Leisure Card, accompanied children free. 023 9282 6722.

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

Crisis Royal Marines Museum. Family activities for four to 14 year-olds. Normal admission. 023 9281 9385.

25–26 Eastney Beam Engine House Open Day Henderson Road, Eastney. 1pm–5pm. Last admission 4.30pm. 023 9282 7261. 25–27 Abseiling Spinnaker Tower. 9am–6pm. £75. 02392 857520.

Clarence Walk Walk, 2.30pm from Holiday Inn, Pembroke Road. Tickets in advance or on the day from Visitor Information. £3 adults, £1 Leisure Card, accompanied children free. 023 9282 6722.

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Mayor-making Ceremony Guildhall. With Royal Marines Band. 10am. www.visitportsmouth.co.uk Teddy Bear Tales City Museum. Story time for pre-school children. 2pm–2.30pm. No need to book. 023 9282 7261.

Phil Beer Square Tower. 7.15pm–9.45pm. £14. 023 9238 2888 www.squarerootspromotions.co.uk

We’re All Going on a Bear Hunt! City Museum. Bring your teddy for a bear hunt. 30-minute museum tour and activities for five to 11 year-olds. Parent to stay. 10.30am, 11.30am, 1pm and 2pm. Places on first-come first-served basis. 023 9282 7261. Portsmouth Thought Square Tower. The Faraway Nearby. The spaces we share and the ways in which they form us, with Rebecca Solnit. 7pm. £5, £3 with Library Card or Leisure Card. 023 9268 8037. Open Wednesdays with the Curators Royal Marines Museum. Research your military ancestors. 10am–5pm. Normal admission. 023 9281 9385. Butterflies and Beetles Day Cumberland House Natural History Museum. Family activity. Drop in 11am–3.30pm. 023 9282 7261. Spirits of the Sea: Myths and Legends HMS Victory, Historic Dockyard. Create your own sea monster or mermaid. 11am–1pm and 2pm–4pm. Free with a valid ticket. Drop-in, all ages welcome. 023 9272 7587. Commando Action Royal Marines Museum. Interact with Royal Marines and join in with activities. Includes admission to museum. Adults £10, under-12s £5, under-fives £3. 10am–5pm. 023 9281 9385.

30 May–1 June 60th year Celebration Review Trinity Methodist Hall, Francis Avenue. Entertainment with the Phoenix Players. 7.30pm. From £6. 0845 467 6462. www.southseaboxoffice.co.uk

023 9282 6722 • vis@portsmouthcc.gov.uk • www.visitportsmouth.co.uk

Kings Theatre Tel: 023 9282 8282 web: www.kings-southsea.com New Theatre Royal Tel: 023 9264 9000 web: www.newtheatreroyal.com Odeon, Port Solent Tel: 0871 2244007 web: www.odeon.co.uk Port Solent Tel: 023 9221 0606 web: www.portsolent.com Portsmouth City Council museums and records service Tel: 023 9282 7261 web: www.portsmouthmuseums.co.uk Portsmouth Film Society Omega centre, Omega Road Tel: 023 9229 1346 web: www.portsmouthfilmsociety.org.uk Portsmouth Guildhall Tel: 023 9282 4355 web: www.portsmouthguildhall.org.uk Portsmouth Historic Dockyard Tel: 023 9283 9766 web: www.historicdockyard.co.uk Royal Marines Museum Tel: 023 9281 9385 web: www.royalmarinesmuseum.co.uk Spinnaker Tower Tel: 023 9285 7521 web: www.spinnakertower.co.uk Vue, Gunwharf Quays Tel: 0871 2240240 web: www.myvue.com The Wedgewood Rooms Tel: 023 9286 3911 web: www.wedgewood-rooms.co.uk

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Come and see us Look out for events and roadshows in the next few months where you can have some fun and get some advice about the best travel options for you. If you get your Flagship early, you may catch us at Gunwharf Quays on 23 and 24 March, when you can: f have a go on our bike simulator f try out a range of bikes f get tips from our travel advisers f get free bike maintenance and advice f check out our electric car f enter exciting competitions to win great prizes

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Give kids cycle space! The school run is a major cause of traffic congestion, with many children being driven as little as a mile or two. Although many children want to cycle to school, less than 3% actually do. One of the main barriers is that parents see it as unsafe. Our Give Me Cycle Space campaign is under way in Paulsgrove and Cosham, where there are a lot of schools close together. We’re asking drivers to watch out for child cyclists and give them plenty of space when overtaking. We’re also working with schools to run training sessions, hold cycle shows and offer prizes to pupils who cycle to school. The campaign will move to other areas soon. If you’re a parent, driver or teacher and would like more information: f email travel@portsmouthcc.gov.uk f call 023 9243 7951

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Learning together: We’re working hard with schools and other partners to raise standards of learning. But what happens at home is just as important to helping kids achieve. How one family learns together

Raising the standard of learning

Anne Hackworthy, from Landport, has three children, aged two, four and 10, and is involved in Portsmouth’s Parent and Carer Board, which helps shape services for families. She says: “Education holds the key to the majority of opportunities and I do everything within my means to support and encourage my children to learn.

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“I’m dyslexic, and I used to think that would limit how much I could do. But if you think about how much you’ve already taught your child, such as how to walk, talk and dress, you begin to see how amazing you can really be.”

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Raising the standard of learning

Anne says: “We love reading together and if a book is above my ability then audio books or film adaptations are great alternatives.” f Books help babies and toddlers improve their speaking and language skills, and understand the world around them. Children who have shared stories at an early age have a real advantage when they start school.

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Anne says: “It’s great being creative as a family, but I’m not so happy to have a lot of mess to clean up, so painting at bathtime is great as the mess just washes away.” f Research shows the image children form of themselves as learners, at a very young age, is shaped by their parents’ values and expectations in relation to education.

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

: it’s a family affair We asked Flagship readers, parents, carers and grandparents to share their advice on how to help children achieve their best. Thanks to all who responded. Your top tips were:

1 read with and to your children 2 praise and encourage – boost their confidence 3 be creative and make learning fun 4 use resources such as CDs and books 5 spend time with kids and help with homework

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Anne says: “Making cakes together is fun and gives us a tasty treat for our efforts. Measuring the ingredients is a great way to help the children practise numbers.” f Confidence with numbers is key in everyday life, so we’re developing exciting plans to make Portsmouth a city that counts. Find out more in the next edition of flagship.

Anne says: “As a family we love being outside in the fresh air and enjoy visits to adventure playgrounds and parks. The children enjoy the hands-on activities in the City Museum and all the books to read and enjoy at the library.” f For days out ideas see Out and About in every flagship, or go to www.visitportsmouth.co.uk

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Please keep our school zigzags clear – or face a fine of up to £1,000 We’re getting tough on drivers who park on zigzag lines outside schools. Anyone who parks on zigzags during school hours now risks receiving a £1,000 fine. And we’ve tripled the amount of patrols, because police, police community support officers (PCSOs) and our community wardens are now guarding zigzags, along with our parking officers. The most common factor in road accidents involving children is a child trying to cross the road from between parked cars, where visibility is poor. But more and more drivers – particularly parents – are parking on zigzags. If you’re seen stopping on zigzags – even if you stay in your car – you’ll get a warning letter. Do it again, and you’ll get a visit at home. Do it three times, and we’ll take you to court, where the maximum fine if found guilty is £1,000. We’ve caught around 150 offenders since we started our new campaign late last year. Parking on a zigzag also risks a £70 parking ticket. Andy Macfarlane is site manager at Court Lane Junior School, Cosham, where the picture here was taken. He said: “We were delighted to hear about the new zigzag enforcement plan, and the children were really excited to feature in the campaign.”

Park and stride It’s great if kids can walk or cycle to school. But if you have to drive them, then why not park a little distance from school, and walk the rest of the way? This reduces congestion, improves safety and gives children a bit more exercise. Plus, it teaches them valuable road sense. We’re sending “park and stride” maps to schools, showing good places to park and how many minutes’ walk they are from school.

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

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More playtime for kids Children at three of our adventure playgrounds now have more time to play, thanks to longer opening hours. Portsea, Landport and Somerstown playgrounds are now open 10am–6pm on Saturdays (except 1pm–2pm). And during the week in term time, Somerstown and Portsea playgrounds will stay open until after 7pm.

New council homes We’re building new three-bedroom maisonettes to replace an unused block at 415-421 Eastern Road, Milton. Neighbours are also set to benefit from the project, which will include new flowerbeds and gardens, new gates on gaps between the blocks, and improvements to Sword Sands Road. Councillor Steven Wylie, our Cabinet Member for Housing, said: “The homes will be a brilliant boost for the families who eventually move in.” Once completed, the new homes will be allocated via our waiting list, according to need.

If the service proves popular, extended opening may also be introduced at Stamshaw, Paulsgrove and Buckland playgrounds. More info: f search adventure playgrounds at www.portsmouth.gov.uk f call 023 9284 1101

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a “tough but fair” budget Our budget for the next financial year (2013/14) is “tough but fair”, says Leader of the council Cllr Gerald Vernon-Jackson (above). The budget includes £17.5m of savings and a council tax rise of 1.95%. But it also includes a £6.8m boost for schools. This money will be invested in school buildings which have critical maintenance needs, and will provide 1,000 more pupil places – including 300 in a new primary school on the Mayfield school site.

The council tax rise follows a three-year freeze. It is below the general level of inflation and means 34p per week for an average Portsmouth home. It will bring in an extra £1.1m to help the council provide vital services.

“Adult and children’s social care budgets will see an extra £800,000 each. There is also an increase of funding for eligible families to apply for 15 hours of free childcare for two-year olds. The number of health visitors will also double.

Cllr Vernon-Jackson said: “It’s with regret we can no longer afford what we’ve been previously able to provide. A tough economic climate, a bigger government cut, rising social costs and an ageing population all make for a difficult budget.

“Cosham High Street (pictured left) is set for £200,000 of investment, and £154,000 is going towards a new Horsea country park.

“But we have three priorities when making savings: to run finances in a business-like way, to protect the most vulnerable, and to protect the most valued services.

“There will also be up to £250,000 of investment in the seafront, and £600,000 for the relocation of the museum’s archive stores.”

“This is a tough but fair budget, which invests in the future of local children.

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Portsmouth City Council £781.02 £911.19 £1,041.36 £1,171.53 £1,431.87 £1,692.21 £1,952.55 £2,343.06

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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.

a caring place for carers

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17,136 Portsmouth people are known to be carers – up 14% since 2001

10,794 Portsmouth people care for up to 19 hours a week – up 8%

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The Carers Centre is there for you The Carers Centre is your one-stop shop. The team there know how tough it can be looking after someone, and they know just how to make a carer’s life a little easier to bear. Whether you need information, advice, or just a listening ear at a difficult time, they’re there for you. The team can put you in touch with a support group – a great way to meet people, have a break and share your experience of caring. Some groups are for anyone, while others have a particular focus, like young carers, adult mental health, substance misuse, dementia or multiple sclerosis. Staff at the centre can also guide you through the benefits system, and help you find out what free support you’re entitled to. They can give advice about rights at work, returning to work and your entitlement to benefits, as well as helping you fill in forms and deal with benefits offices. Lots more news and information on our website www.portsmouth.gov.uk

someone? The self-assessment is an important way to find out about free support you’re entitled to. It’s an easy, short questionnaire, and the centre can help you fill it in. By doing this, you could qualify for a free break to help you recharge your batteries.

Carers contacts

The team are there for emotional support too. They’re there to listen, or they can organise sessions with a fully-trained counsellor.

f Portsmouth Carers Centre: 023 9285 1864 carerscentre@portsmouthcc. gov.uk www.portsmouthcarers.org f Carers Council Portsmouth: carerscouncilportsmouth@ gmail.com (chair Thelma TurnerHill or vice-chair Ken Ebbens) www.carerstogether.org.uk/ carerscouncil

Through the centre, you could go on a day out with a group, or attend a special event. You could also go on a training course, such as first aid or basic computing. The centre is at 117 Orchard Road, Southsea PO4 0AD (behind Lidl). It has meeting rooms, a café-style area with free internet access and a fully-equipped teaching kitchen. It’s open 9am–5pm Monday to Thursday and 9am–4:30pm on Friday. You can just drop in, or call 023 9285 1864 or 023 9275 6780. You can also email carerscentre@portsmouthcc.gov.uk or find out more at www.portsmouthcarers.org

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Free health check

We want to make sure we’re properly supporting ex-carers as they adapt to their changed role. Could you be a volunteer helping to shape the future for ex-carers? If you could, please call Ellie Frost at the Carers Centre (023 9285 1864).

Carers can get a free health check at the Carers Centre on 11 April or 21 May. We can check your blood sugar, cholesterol, blood pressure and weight, and discuss topics like smoking, alcohol, exercise and stress. To book please call 023 9285 1864.

Carers of stroke survivors Do you look after someone who’s had a stroke? Then come along to our drop-in day on 4 April, 10am to 4pm at the Carers Centre. You can get professional advice, browse information stands and get your blood pressure checked. We’re also hoping to start forming a new support group for carers of stroke survivors.

Correction We’re sorry that in the last edition we gave incorrect details for the Compass Carers’ Support Group for carers and ex-carers of adults who have a mental health condition. The group now meets every second Thursday of the month from 2pm to 4pm at the Carers Centre (023 9285 1864).

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

To find information, advice and support:

The Carers Council is an independent forum made up of carers, which influences services. More information is also available from Sylvia Hutchins on 023 9259 5455 or sylvia.hutchins@ carerstogether.org.uk f 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: f Go to www.portsmouth.gov.uk and search for carers strategy f call 023 9268 8169 for a paper copy

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Beautiful scenery, a different culture, delicious food and wine, and the warmer spring air – it’s all right on your doorstep thanks to our convenient return sailings from Portsmouth. With a superb range of affordable breaks to France and Spain, and hand-picked accommodation to choose from, it’s never been easier to plan your spring getaway.

Day trips to France from £23 per person Plan a day out with a real difference and explore any of our French ports – enjoy a spot of shopping or simply sit back and soak up a different culture. You can even take your car from just £29 extra.

1 night Cruise & Stay break in France from £59 per person Discover one of our delightful French ports thanks to this easy, one-night getaway. It includes your return sailing as a foot passenger, plus one nights bed and breakfast at your choice of hotel.

2 night hotel breaks in France with your car from £118 per person

4 night Parador breaks in Spain with your car from £219 per person

Enjoy a stay at one of our most popular hotels with a return sailing to France. Explore historic Dinan, enjoy the beautiful sandy beaches of Sables d’Or or check out any one of the 60 seafront restaurants serving superb seafood in picturesque Trouville.

Combine a cruise to either Santander or Bilbao with a stay at your choice of luxury Parador hotels. Many of the properties used to be monasteries or palaces, which have been restored to their former elegance while incorporating modern comforts.

For more choice – and to book – visit brittanyferries.com/flagship or call 0871 244 0350 Calls cost 10p per minute plus network extras. Prices shown are per person based on 2 sharing, including return sailings without car (unless otherwise stated). Subject to availability, conditions apply. See website for details.

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Putting YOU at the heart of our health agenda Doctors in Portsmouth are geared up for the biggest re-organisation in the 65-year history of the NHS. And they have vowed to put you – the patient – at the heart of their agenda as part of the government’s major health service reforms. From 1 April, NHS Portsmouth Clinical Commissioning Group (CCG) will replace the city’s soon-to-be abolished primary care trust as the organisation responsible for planning local health services. With a £260m budget and 215,000 patients at its 26 member GP practices, the CCG will be spending around £30,000 every hour a day on NHS health services and care. This includes: f elective hospital care f rehabilitation care f urgent and emergency care f community health services f mental health and learning disability services. Dr Jim Hogan, the CCG’s chief clinical officer, said: “The NHS reforms aim to put GPs at the centre of planning services for their patients and we, in turn, intend to put patients at the

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Who’s Who in the CCG Board Chief clinical officer/accountable officer – Dr Jim Hogan (above), Lake Road Health Centre Clinical executive member/chair governing body – Dr Tim Wilkinson, Derby Road Group Practice

“We will certainly face financial and other challenges ahead – but we wouldn’t be in this if we didn’t think that we could make a positive and a very real difference to people’s lives and our local health services.”

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Drawn up in consultation with partners and patients, two of the CCG’s main priorities include improving: f joined up and urgent care for frail elderly and people with long-term conditions f services for children and families.

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Dr Hogan said: “Reducing the harm caused by alcohol and reducing the health inequalities that clearly exist across parts of our city are two other very important areas that we are already addressing.”

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Get ready for the Green Waste Club We’re starting a new scheme to help you dispose of garden waste in an easy and eco-friendly way. Join the Green Waste Club and you’ll get a special 240 litre wheelie bin for green waste like lawn clippings, prunings, fallen leaves, twigs and small branches. The club is run by Biffa, our refuse and recycling contractor, who will empty the bin every fortnight and take the garden waste for recycling into compost. It costs £40 for a year – but the good news is that the first 5,000 people to sign up will pay just £30. That’s only £2.50 a month. By signing up to the Green Waste Club you can: f enjoy convenient kerbside collections f save yourself trips to the recycling centre f reduce your carbon footprint f pay using convenient payment options Neighbours with small gardens can club together to get even better value for money, and there are convenient payment options such as online, monthly and annual direct debit. The collections start in April, but you can sign up now. They will replace the council’s current paid-for garden waste sack collections. Due to the launch of the new Green Waste Club, there will be no more monthly garden waste drop-off days at Victoria Avenue and Burrfields Road recreation ground. Please don’t leave garden waste at these locations – it’s fly tipping and you could be prosecuted. You can still take your garden waste to the recycling centre at Port Solent, every day except Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year’s Day. More info: ub.co.uk .greenwastecl f go to www 858 286 f call 0800 0

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St Swithun’s goes green Children at St Swithun’s Catholic School in Southsea have shown they know all about the ‘three Rs’ — Reduce, Reuse and Recycle. For a special Green Day, they came to school wearing their best greenthemed outfits and took part in lots of fun recycling-related activities, including designing posters and writing eco songs. All the children made a huge amount of effort, showing how keen on recycling they are, and came up with loads of ideas on how to reduce and reuse rubbish at home and school. Council environment and recycling officers led a special assembly and judged the best green costumes. Special prizes were awarded to Caitlin Jones, nine, who created an amazing presentation on the subject, and to Rafael Yeoman, 10, and his sister Lily, eight, who came up with their very own song about recycling. You can see the lyrics – just search reduce, reuse, recycle at www.portsmouth.gov.uk

Why can’t I recycle glass at home? We stopped collecting glass as part of household collections a long time ago. The simple reason is that it often breaks in the back of the collection vehicle and then contaminates the rest of the recycling, especially paper. Companies who turn our paper into new products do not want it mixed with shards of glass, as it interferes with the recycling process. This is why we encourage residents to use the glass recycling banks located conveniently throughout the city. Find your nearest bank at www.recyclenow.com

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

St Swithun’s pupils Lily and Rafael Yeoman with Kate Ironmonger from the council’s waste management team.

What happens to my rubbish?

Some people still think the household refuse collecte d in Portsmouth goes into landfill. In fact, it’s taken to the Energy Recovery Facili ty in Copnor, where it’s burnt to generate electricity.

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addiction: How I found the strength to cope The Safer Portsmouth Partnership, which includes the council, works with local groups and supports drug and alcohol recovery services, to reduce substance misuse. Here, Southsea mum Maggie Sawkins tells how she found help after her daughter developed a drug problem.

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“As a mother of a child gripped by addiction there might seem to be only two options. One, the most natural, is to jump in and rescue; the other is to cut yourself off, to demonise the person you love. I’ve tried both and I can tell you, neither of them works. “At my lowest point I spotted a poster for Rebound in my GP’s surgery. The group helped me to step back and see the difference between supporting my daughter, and enabling her addiction to continue. “Rebound linked me into Portsmouth User Self Help (Push), who ran a relationships course which gave a unique opportunity for mothers, fathers, sons and daughters, to get up close and

addiction and how we can all be susceptible. “My daughter is now back home and embarking on a detoxification and rehabilitation programme. Although it’s impossible to predict the future, I feel stronger in my own ability to cope. I want to make people who are affected by addiction aware that recovery is possible, and help remove the stigma about addiction in our community.” Maggie Sawkins, receiving an award after completing an addiction therapist course personal; it offered us all an opportunity to face our demons. “I then joined the recovery brokers’ course run by Push and this gave me a far greater understanding of

More info: f If you’re affected by a loved one’s addiction, call Rebound on 07939 580167. f For help, advice or treatment for a drug problem, call Cranstoun on 023 9275 1617. f Push are on 023 9284 1384.

New drop-in for Paulsgrove A new drop-in centre in the heart of Paulsgrove is open, helping local people save money on their energy bills and get the right job. At 147 Allaway Avenue, Paulsgrove, residents can find out how to cut their fuel bills, learn about reducing food waste and get help with recycling. There's also support and advice, including training and career advice, and practical help to help get people on their feet. The centre sees two housing teams – resident participation and Green Neighbours – working side by side and offering advice, support and opportunities to Paulsgrove residents.

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

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Why not pop in and say hello? You can also contact Green Neighbours by calling 023 9283 4670, emailing green.neighbours@ portsmouthcc.gov.uk or finding them on Facebook at www.facebook.com/ greenneighbour To find out about help into work, or other resident participatio n activities, call Sue Edgerley on 023 9284 1672 or email su e. edgerley@portsmouthcc.go v.uk

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Deal for new jobs Portsmouth and Southampton are in talks with the government on a deal that would give them new powers to boost their economies and create jobs.

The cities have made a joint bid for a £1.5bn City Deal, which would bring thousands of new jobs and homes to the area.

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with a goal of having the deal signed off by July. Cllr Gerald Vernon-Jackson, Leader of the council, said: “This means more investment for jobs in southern Hampshire and freedom from government interference.”

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

Help when you need it

We’re working to help people live as independently as they wish, for as long as they want. That’s why we have a service called Telecare, with equipment in your home connecting you to help when you need it. Pauline Barratt from Cosham (pictured), said: “Before I had Telecare I had a terrible accident in the garden. My son spoke to me and said he would try to get me into a warden-controlled flat, which I didn’t really want. I wanted to be independent and have my own little home, which I love and have been in for 20 years. Now I’ve got Telecare I’m not going to move. I feel safe and secure and know that I’ve got help any day.” We’ve made a video to tell you more. To watch it visit www.portsmouth.gov.uk and search for Telecare. Or if you want more information about Telecare, call us free on 0800 731 2228.

Helping local people get work We’re committed to tackling unemployment and helping residents improve their skills. That’s why, whenever we plan a big project, or buy services, goods or construction work, it’s our policy to promote employment and training opportunities for Portsmouth residents – wherever possible and legally permissible. We also aim to promote small and medium companies and work with local businesses to encourage them to participate fully in opportunities with the council For more information search responsible procurement at www.portsmouth.gov.uk

Public health comes home After nearly 30 years, responsibility for public health has been handed back to the council. The NHS will still look after people when they’re ill, but the council will take a lead role in tackling the causes of ill-health, reducing health inequalities and promoting healthy lifestyles. Andrew Mortimore (pictured right), our director of public health, said: “Local government has a long and proud history of protecting the public’s health. Being part of the council again will mean we’re able to make the changes people need to lead longer and healthier lives.” City helpdesk Tel 023 9283 4092 I Email cityhelpdesk@portsmouthcc.gov.uk

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Getting young people on track

social Fund changes

Do you know a young person whoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not in work, education or training? PCMI Employment and Training, part of the council, can help them get back on track.

From 1 April, the government is abolishing crisis loans and community care grants from the Social Fund. Some support will be available from the council instead. But it will work differently to the current Social Fund. For up-to-date information about whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s available locally, including advice and support for people in financial hardship, search for money advice at www.portsmouth.gov.uk

PCMI has projects that offer tailor-made support in areas such as: f career advice f confidence and motivation f writing a CV f finding a job f skills and training f volunteering f work experience f NVQs More info: f 023 9232 2851 f skills.matching@portsmouthcc.gov.uk