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Expansion of council homes DOZENS of new council homes around Bognor Regis are set to be built in the biggest scheme of its kind for decades. THe properties have been lined up by Arun District Council as it attempts to get to grips with its priority of addressing the area's housing cost crisis. THe £12.2m council housing programme for the coming year was agreed by councillors in Arun's budget debate on Wednesday.

THe biggest building project is intended to be 27 units in Summer Lane, Pagham. A further 10 should be built at Yapton's Cinders Nursery. Two more will go on 123 Longford Road in Bognor Regis. Two schemes in Littlehampton will take the total of new council builds to 63 in the coming year to add to those previously approved. Lib Dem council leader, Cllr Dr James Walsh, told councillors the building

schedule was an ambitious one. "We have already approved schemes of 89 units which will provide quality accommodation for local people in need of homes. "In addition to this, we are actively developing a pipeline of schemes to ensure that we achieve a continuous supply of new housing. "By upscaling our commitment to affordable homes, we hope to ease the

homeless problems that most areas now have as a result of many years of austerity across the country." THe council is spending £1m-plus in the current year on temporary rooms for homeless people. THe same amount is set to be spent in the coming year against less than £450,000 in 2016/17. Latest available figures showed 86 households people being accommodated in B&B. Turn to page 3

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TREES will be the topic at a unique Bognor Regis event. Everything a person wants to know about them will be examined at the town’s first festival devoted to the essential plants. Town resident Steve Goodheart is organising Park Vision 2020 to celebrate the contribution trees make to the environment and to encourage people to plant more. THe celebration will take place among Hotham Park’s variety of species for day on the May 23-25 bank holiday weekend. Mr Goodheart, who is a town and district councillor, is gathering support for his idea among councils in the surrounding area. One of his fellow members of ParkVision 2020, Tim Weeks, outlined its purpose in a presentation to Bersted Parish Council this month. He said the purpose was to encourage individuals to realise the part they could play in ensuring as many trees as possible would thrive in future decades. “Around the world, large institutions, governments, the UN, are trying to combat the effect of climate change by planting trees. “THis is, undoubtedly, a good thing but it mistakenly creates the impression only large institutions can have a significant impact. Or, because they are doing it, other individuals can’t make any difference or even try,” he said. But councils of all sizes, and voluntary organisations, across Britain were planting trees in the neighbourhoods in which they were based. “Most of these projects are in small corners of villages but, taken together, they will bring about the largest reforestation of Great Britain since the Industrial Revolution,” Mr Weeks said. News of these schemes was limited

among people and Park Vision 2020 aimed to spread awareness of those being carried out around West Sussex. Councils and other organisations are being invited to take stands in a small marquee and use the weekend to provide details of their projects to visitors. He said: “THey will be able to share ideas with each other and invite the wider public to roll up their sleeves and join in.” An important part of the weekend will be demonstrations from tree experts about how to plant and nurture tree seeds and saplings. THe arboriculturists will show how easy it is for everyone aged from ten upwards to grow large trees from small beginnings. “THey will be able to go home with confidence and plant their own trees and in two or three years’ time plant it out from where it will continue to thrive. People will be able to visit their trees for years and decades to come,” said Mr Weeks. Cllr Brian Knight, the parish council’s chairman, said: “We have discussed this and we are willing to look at planting trees.” THe council was open to suggestions about potential locations for the trees, he said. Cllr Wendy Kapp said the volunteer group, Friends of Bersted Brooks, looked after nine hectares over three fields north of Rowan Way on behalf of Arun District Council. She said: “We do need publicity. One of the things we have started in a small way is a community orchard. THere are only a few trees at the moment. “We could ask people to come and join us. THat would be really good for us.” Email: crew@parkvision2020.org.uk to help with the event.

Police would like to speak to screaming teenager in village A GIRL heard screaming in a street in Barnham is being sought by police. Officers were called to Foxes Croft on Sunday night by a member of the public. THe individual was concerned for the girl, thought to be aged around 14, screaming outside their address. A Sussex Police spokesman said: "THe girl was in the company of three boys of a similar age in the play area between Foxes Croft and Farnhurst Road, Barnham. "THe girl was said to be shouting on the phone before engaging in a struggle with an adult man who had arrived at the scene in a van, accompanied by an

adult woman. "All parties left together in the same vehicle, which is thought might have been a long wheelbase van." THe incident is said to have taken place from 9pm-10pm. "Police are keen to speak to any of those involved in the incident, to establish the full circumstances of the matter," the spokesman added. THe girl is described as 5ft 5in tall, of slim build, with long black hair. THe man and woman were said to be in their late 20s. Any details should be given to the police at: sussex.police.uk or phone 101.

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f Kath Cowee with her 100th birthday cake By Lotte Pegler lotte.pegler@sussexpost.co.uk FAMILY and friends gathered in Bognor Regis to celebrate the 100th birthday of one of their residents. Kathleen Cowee, known as Kath, turned 100 on Wednesday and was joined by members of her family as well as her old neighbours for her special day. Amanda Benham and Judith Rodway, two of Kath’s great-nieces, visited her at Sandmartins care home in Stocker Road. Judith said: “Kath was always in high spirits, she loved singing, I mean that’s clear even today with her requesting to have Take Me Home Kathleen sung. “She used to be lots of fun and always

enjoyed singing and loved a good party and was always very lively. Kath was born in Putney. She was a civil servant during the war, before retiring and moving to Bognor Regis in her early 80s. “She never married or had children, but always had the family around her,” said Amanda. “She’s the first in our family to reach 100, but to be honest we always knew she would live long, because she never had the stress of a man…" One special guest invited to the occasion was mayor Cllr Phil Woodall. He said: “It’s an honour to have been invited to my first 100th birthday, and it’s lovely that it’s for one of Bognor

Regis’ residents. "It’s been great, the whole thing. I’ve loved meeting Kath and her family. It’s nice to see them here to celebrate with her. And to reach 100, that’s amazing!" Margaret Gibbs, a Sandmartins carer who organised Kath’s special day, said: “I think it’s absolutely amazing that we have got a resident reaching 100. She’s so lovely and funny and has a great sense of humour. "She’s thoroughly enjoyed it, especially the cake and entertainment, even joining in with the singing. "It’s wonderful to have the family involved. It’s what we want to have for all our residents. To have them here today is lovely for Kath.”

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From page one THe budget for 2020/21 was historic for the district council. It was the first to be delivered by the Lib Dems since Arun was created in 1974. "As Liberal Democrat leader of the councill, who has been here since 1975, it is, indeed, a poignant moment for me," he said. He said the greater commitment to social housing - compared to the 25 homes built by the previous Conservative administration in four years - was the most significant of the changes of emphasis since last May's elections ushered in the Lib Dems. Another of the changes was to step up the work to regenerate Bognor Regis town centre. Cllr Dr Walsh said 'further proposals will be laid before cabinet and council shortly for the Place St Maur and the Sunken Gardens in Bognor Regis as well as other schemes in the pipeline for Bognor Regis and Littlehampton'. THe budget's approval means Arun's share of the total council bill for a band D household will rise by £4.95 a year to £186 in the next year. THis is equal to a 2.73 per cent increase. But Cllr Dr James Walsh said this was much less than the rises backed by West Sussex County Council and the Sussex crime and police commissioner. THe district council's portion of the overall demand was less than 10 per cent. THis still allowed Arun to invest in a new sustainability officer to respond to the climate crisis and a commercial manager to help the council raise more revenue to make up for the loss of county council

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funding and cutbacks by Whitehall. THe budget relies on £617,000 being taken from reserves to leave a total of £6.4m by next March. Conservative group leader Cllr Terry Chapman said the Lib Dems were taking too long to deliver improvements for Bognor Regis. "What about Bognor Regis? What is happening with Bognor Regis? "Since the plug was pulled on the Pavilion Park with all the squandering of public funds on that," he said. "You don't seem to have anything in the pipeline. Where is Bognor Regis in this budget? It's just invisible." He also criticised the Lib Dems' failure to produce a balanced budget. Cllr Jacky Pendleton (C, Middleton) said: "I would like to know what action this administration is taking to alleviate the drain on our residents' money of increasing costs associated with the provision of temporary accommodation on an ad hoc basis rather than perhaps being much more planned and looking forward and, potentially, converting some of the premises Arun own, the Bognor Arcade and other premises, into emergency accommodation." Independent group leader Cllr Tony Dixon (Aldwick E) backed the budget but he said: "Bognor Regis has already had its town centre makeover but lacks substantive regeneration projects." Cllr Isabel THurston (G, Barnham) said: "I am extremely we are to invest in new and existing council homes and, of course, that the sum of £60,000 has been allocated for our climate change action policy.

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` Possible suspect A 6FT tall man was seen running away after a business on THe Esplanade in Felpham was broken into just after 7am on February 6. A small amount of cash was stolen. THe previous night saw an attempt made to break into a business in Felpham Road in Felpham. No entry was gained but jemmy marks were evident on the front and rear doors.

` Housing for goats WINTER welfare housing for pygmy goats in Aldingbourne has been given planning permission. Damien Singleton's application for a mono-pitched extension at THe Barn in Arundel Road was approved by Arun District Council. As well as housing the goats, the extra space will be used to store hay.

` Scouts burgled BURGLARS have targeted the Scout hut in Yapton. THe building in Drove Lane was broken into between February 1 and 3. THe door housing gaming equipment was forced and games equipment was left lying around. But nothing was reported to the police as being stolen.

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NEARLY one in two Bognor Regis area residents say drug use or dealing is a serious problem. THe 47 per cent response rate made the problem caused by the illegal substances the most common issue identified by the individuals. It compared to the 34 per cent of residents across the Arun district who said drugs caused them concern. THe survey, by Arun District Council, also showed residents in western areas of the district – around Bognor Regis – were significantly unhappier than anyone else in the area to think that all the anti-social behaviour was a problem. In the town, 54 per cent of respondents said litter was a problem. THis compared to 41 per cent in the wider western area and the much lower 34 per cent rate overall. Vandalism or property damage was cited by 32 per cent of individuals as a problem. But, in the overall district, 27 per cent of total residents said vandalism was an issue. For drunkenness, the figure in the western area reached 37 per cent against the 31 per cent rate of total residents. Arun’s deputy leader, Cllr Francis Oppler (LD, Orchard) said he believed the dissatisfaction revealed by the survey was based on past attitudes. “I understand the issue of the overdevelopment in the western part of the district has been a very contentious issue. “But Arun, under the new Lib Dem administration has got to work hard to ensure that people are happy with the services the council provides,” he said.

“I believe the council has started that transformation of being more responsive to the views of local people and taking account of what people say. “THe decision to provide new public toilets when the London Road coach and car park is redeveloped shows that. If we had not made that decision, the nearest toilets would have been next to Morrisons or on the other side of Hotham Park.” THe results of the survey – which has been carried out annually for well over five years - were reported to Arun’s housing and customer services working group. THe latest questionnaire was the first to record the neighbourhoods in which respondents live to give the council a better idea of the differences between its three areas – western, downland and eastern. THe research was conducted last June and July. A randomly sampled postal survey was sent to 1,800 addresses. A response rate of 32 per cent was achieved with 579 replies. Working group member Cllr Terrence Chapman (C, E Preston) said: “In the western area, 47 per cent of respondents are saying drugs are an issue. THat implies to me there may be a link between antisocial behaviour issues and the issue of community cohesion.” Cllr Jacky Pendleton (C, Middleton) said it was important the responses from the survey had an impact. “THere is a lot of concern about drugs in the western area. I would like to see us using this information to solve some of these issues,” she said.

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Eye charity looks to the future as it shifts its regular meetings AN EYE condition support group in Bognor Regis has held its first meeting at its new time. THe Macular Society’s group decided to shift its sessions to 10.30am-12.30pm on Wednesdays from THursdays, but it is continuing at the same venue at 4Sight Vision Support at 36 Victoria Drive. Macular disease is the biggest cause of sight loss in the UK, with no cure and many types of the condition being untreatable. Macular Society regional manager Stella Black hosted the meeting on February 12. She said: “A lot of the members have been coming for a while, we’ve got our regulars. Because we’ve moved the group and are getting more coverage, we can also get more new people coming in. "THe group usually runs for about two hours.

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Flooding alarms removed but more rain is expected By Kevin Smith kevin.smith@sussexpost.co.uk TWO flood warnings around Bognor Regis were lifted yesterday morning. THe Environment Agency said further stormy conditions did not warrant the status - which signifies expected flooding with immediate action required - being kept in place. For Climping seafront, it stated: "Despite strong winds and tides increasing through to Wednesday next week, we believe only minimal flood impacts will occur. "Accounting for surge, the forecast suggests tide levels should stay lower than seen during Storm Ciara by roughly 30cm - and waves (will not be) as large. "At times, over high water, spray may still affect Climping Street, Climping Street car park and fields. "Conditions will likely affect (the) beach profile. It remains possible large waves may lower (the) standard of protection again, with water potentially reaching Ferry Road and deep water collecting on Climping Street." THe statement said the exact conditions needed to cause that situation were hard to predict but it would share information if it believe properties might be affected. THe flood warning was also removed on the Aldingbourne and Barnham rifes. "River levels have returned to normal through Barnham, following widespread heavy rain at the weekend, associated with Storm Dennis," the agency said.

"River levels through Shripney and Bersted are still higher than normal, but continue to fall. "Minor flood impacts will continue, with water affecting fields, gardens and rural roads. "Periods of rainfall are expected today (THursday), over the weekend and on Monday. THe total rain is not significant (5-10mm), and not expected to cause flooding to properties, but will likely still cause river levels to rise and extend the duration of minor flood impacts until after the weekend." Arun District Council leader Cllr Dr James Walsh used Wednesday's budgetsetting meeting to update its members on its involvement with the Environment Agency to tackle the Climping flooding. He said Arun was in continuous dialogue with the agency about the village seafront for which the agency was responsible. He and officers attended a meeting last week called by Climping Parish Council to discuss the situation. "We are also urging the Environment Agency, and this is very important, to publish their expert panel report for the future of the beach, which has been due for some time, since before Christmas. "Once this is in the public domain... it will be much easier for us to have a sensible and mature conversation over what should be the way forward. "THe council remains committed to participating in the ongoing dialogue and fulfilling our role in an emergency if it becomes necessary," he said.

Simon's swimathon SWIMMERS will be hoping to swim the height of Mount Everest to raise money for a new wellbeing cafe. THe event will be the third organised by the Shore Community Bognor Regis Baptist Church and will be the furthest distance yet. As usual, more than 45 swimmers aged six to 60 will take part, from the church as well as other groups. THe swim will take place at the Freedom Arun Leisure Centre in Felpham on February 29 and March 7. Event organiser Simon Whitehead said: “I am organising this year’s swimathon to raise funds to refurbish the toilets that have not been refurbished for more than 25 years and also to create a brand new wellbeing cafe in their present lounge. "THis wellbeing cafe will be open to the public and so many groups that already make use of the church weekly.” THe church provides a venue for an array of weekly groups for women and men, senior coffee plus, knit and natter, youth groups and holiday clubs, as well as many more each week. Julie Passmore, church administrator, said: “THe church is used extensively by the local community

and the church is now fundraising to improve the toilets. While almost a fifth of the population say they are always or often lonely, almost two thirds feel uncomfortable admitting to it (British Red Cross and Co-Op, 2016). “In June, the church will be opening a Renew wellbeing café, for two sessions a week, which will provide a space where people can come and be connected with each other. “Providing these activities in a community hub allows people to connect with others without having to be seen as being lonely. “THe activities and events that take place in our building have a positive impact on people’s lives by connecting them with each other in both formal and informal groups, helping to combat loneliness and social isolation. “We have a strong focus on families, running our own projects and providing space for external projects that improve the mental health and wellbeing of parents of young children. “Improving our toilet facilities will both provide a better environment for these activities to take place and by remodelling, will allow more of these activities to take place at the same time”

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HEAVY plant machinery was kept on Pagham Beach last weekend to ensure properties were kept safe from the latest storm. Storm Dennis brought southwesterly winds and higher than usual tides last weekend - a week after Storm Ciara produced the same conditions. Arun District Council started work on the beach on February 8 and continued during last week. Dump trucks, an excavator and a bulldozer were parked on the beach throughout that period. It was often in use both tides of each day to ensure the vulnerable beach crest was rebuilt with shingle as soon as practicable. Cllr Matt Stanley, Arun's cabinet member for technical services, said: "Our contractors worked tirelessly through the week to ensure that the risk to residents was minimised. "It's gratifying to know that a number of these residents have taken the trouble to phone or email to say thank you for our efforts." THe shingle which was used to bolster the East Front Road frontage came from the nearshore bank. Pagham parish councillor June Hamilton told its meeting on Tuesday she had written to Arun to point out the shifted shingle would be pushed back into the sea the next day. Arun's engineers have spent the past week checking its beaches. A spokesman said: "Overall, the defences we manage have stood up well. THe storm conditions have caused shingle to be thrown on to promenades and coastal roads." Paths would be made through the shingle, with full clearance after the risk of further damage had passed.

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Bid to remove A29 cash fails REALIGNING the A29 is ‘vital’ for Bognor Regis several councillors have argued as plans to scrap funding for the project were defeated. THe West Sussex County Council scheme will see a new 4.3km stretch of road to the east of Eastergate, Westergate and Woodgate villages. Several large-scale housing developments are proposed within the Arun district local plan. A Labour amendment to the county council’s capital programme on Friday proposed reallocating £12m earmarked for the A29 realignment and instead spending £7m on property investment and £5m on road safety to reduce the number of people killed or seriously injured (KSIs) on West Sussex roads. Cllr Michael Jones, Labour's group leader, said there was a 'serious lack of resources to undertake any meaningful projects’ to reduce KSIs, with 483 in 2018 alone. He felt the money for the realignment scheme was ‘just to facilitate Arun’s unpopular local plan’ and questioned the minimal reduction in average journey times. Cllr Jones added: “Surely if there’s money to be spent on highways projects it should be prioritising safety before we embark on grant projects with very few discernible benefits for the local people.” However, the need for the A29

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` New beauty salon PLANS have been submitted to change the use of three units in Bognor Regis town centre from their existing retail permission. South Promo Ltd wants different businesses to be able to use units one, two and three at Blake House in High Street. Unit one is vacant and is intended to become a skin clinic specialising in skin care. Unit two is currently a nail bar and unit three is already a tattoo shop. Approval for the use of four units for shops was given by Arun District Council in July, 2014, but unit four was permitted to become a micropub in March, 2018.

` Post office back NEXT week will see a post office in Aldwick re-open. West Meads post office will return at its previous location at 10 THe Precinct at 1pm on Friday. A new postmaster will run the branch from 9am-5.30pm weekdays and 9am-12.30pm Saturdays. Graham Brander, the Post Office's change manager, said: "I know that the local community will join me in welcoming this good news and hope that customers will continue to use the branch." THe branch closed last November.

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EASTERGATE Friends WI celebrated its first birthday with the help of a special guest. Jane Smith, Bognor Regis’ town crier, joined the group for its celebrations as she announced details of the group's birthday and spoke to members. Lyn Moore the group’s president, said: “We chose the town crier for our birthday for two reasons. "Firstly, so that she could announce our first birthday and secondly, for her very interesting talk about how she got the job, as well as her costume and the competitions she enters. “As well as a book sale, raffle and

lots of chatting, there was, of course, a birthday cake! "Everyone had a very enjoyable time and the cake made by one of our members was delicious and went down a treat.” THe event took place on Februrary 10, at Eastergate Village Hall, which is where the group meets on the second Monday of every month. As a WI group, it organises a programme for each of the monthly meetings, with something new each time. Next month there will be a chocolatemaking demonstration. Lyn asked anyone interested in joining the group to email: Eastergate. friendswi@hotmail.com

AN audience of 150 proud parents and friends watched as dozens of Cub Scouts from across Bognor Regis received a top award. THe 40 Cubs were presented with their silver Chief Scout awards and badges to reflect their achievements. Jan Poupart, assistant district commissioner Cubs Bognor Regis and District Scouts, said: "THe silver Chief Scout award is the top award a Cub Scout can achieve. THe young people have shown that they are adventurous, attempting and succeeding in a variety of activities, ranging from archery and abseiling, to camping and climbing, to sailing and

swimming and even zorbing. As well as all the fun and outdoor activities, the Cubs have been involved giving help in the community and learning about the world and environment around them." Last Christmas saw them collect money at their carol service for homeless charity Stonepillow. Donations have also been collected for Bognor Regis Foodbank. Groups of Cubs have visited care homes in the area as well. THe presentations were carried out by Bognor Regis town mayor Cllr Phil Woodall, Felpham Parish Council chairman David Smart and West Sussex Scouts county youth commissioner Connor Holmes.

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Stage is set at centre to mark 40 years of serving up happy times By Lotte Pegler lotte.pegler@sussexpost.co.uk ONE of the most loved venues in Bognor Regis is preparing to celebrate four decades of entertaining the town. THe Regis Centre in Belmont Street has been a hub for the community for many years and has seen many changes over that time. With a team mainly made up of volunteers, many residents of Bognor Regis have developed a love for the venue and the events it hosts in its meeting rooms and the Alexandra THeatre. “THere’s a spirit here because of the people who do some in and give up their time to volunteer and help out,” said the theatre’s manager, Hazel Latus. “Everyone in the team brings something they all bring their own personalities and characters that people love. It’s addictive, I thought I would come for a few months and I’m still here six years later! “I want to leave a legacy here so future managers and lovers of the theatre can continue to grow it.” A celebration event has been lined up for May 2 with local performers. Hazel has worked as part of the Regis Centre team for six years now, and has always worked in the entertainment business, previously up in London. “My husband worked with the BBC for many years and when he retired we came down here to live. “One day we had to divert from Selsey, came through the town and ended up buying a house here and we loved it. “A long standing producer friend of mine asked if I could help out, at the

time I didn’t even know there was a theatre here. I came to do something for him and ended up as a volunteer here one the theatre set. "THen one day I was asked to come to the trustees meeting to see if I would be suitable to join the trustees. I’m still the chairman to this day. “THe place wouldn’t survive without the volunteers. It’s a very community based organisation. We have helped out youngsters who have gone on to work in bigger companies. "It gives them a good start but also having them here, growing and their experience is great. Also, they all come back in the end, either just to pop in or to do a show or two. “THat’s great for us too as it shows other people who we are, something that is crucial for us in order for us to grow and continue to be open. “We would really loved to get bigger of course, it would definitely be something that would work to our benefit, but it’s a tricky thing to happen. At the moment we are focusing on making the most of the space we’ve got. “Our studios are constantly booked up and we’re already having people make bookings for 2022. "It’s amazing to see how great it’s going. We’re working on improving our cafe and getting more activities and events out in the entrance area.” One of the theatre’s devout volunteers, ex-mayor Pat Dillon, was at the Regis Centre on Wednesday helping out with their latest dance event. “I have been here for more than 16 years now,” he said. “It’s changed a lot over the years and it’s just got better and better as we’ve gone on.

“We’ve been ploughing all the money we get back into the building and we’re trying to improve it all the time. It’s an ugly building on the outside, but it’s got a heart of gold inside. “THis is somewhere people can come and meet up and enjoy the events. People love coming for the people who here as well! THe volunteers are always kind and fun, we never turn anyone away unless they’re being trouble! “Some groups can’t afford to pay the costs to hire parts out but we let them have it anyway! I’m an ex-councillor and and ex-mayor and I love to help the community. “Hazel has a heart of gold. People come to me with a problem and I take it to her and we get it sorted. “I didn’t know what had happened until I came here, but when I did the building was closed down. A group of us got together and we got it opened up again. “Providing that we get the volunteers and the trustees treat the volunteers with respect and appreciate what they do, I think the centre will live a long life and continue to grow and flourish. Town mayor, cllr Phil Woodall, often shows his support for the venue, most recently at their new community event, the 2 O’Clock Club. He said: “ THe Regis Centre has been a hub of entertainment in the town for 40 years which is amazing. “THe venue attracts some fantastic performers and shows there are always well attended. I would like to congratulate everyone involved in keeping the Regis Centre at the heart of this community.”

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` Works to lifts IMPROVEMENTS are to be made to well-used lifts at the multi-storey car park in Bognor Regis. Arun District Council has decided to spend £175,133 refurbishing and modernising the lifts at the facility off Queensway. THe decision to award the contract was taken by Cllr Matt Stanley, the council's cabinet member for technical services. THe costs will be provided from the 2020/21 capital asset management budget of the council.

` Businesses hit THREE companies in Rose Green were burgled on the same night. Entry was gained to the stockroom of one of the premises overnight on February 7. A takeaway in the same road had money stolen from its float at the same time. A hairdressers in Avisford Terrace in the road was also broken into.

` New hotel seats PLANS for outdoor seating along with a new fence, a gate to the promenade and a planter have been submitted by the Beachcroft Hotel, in Clyde Road, Felpham, for Arun District Council to consider.

` Cash stolen A PROPERTY in Barnham Road, Barnham, was broken into and cash was stolen between February 3 and 6 while the occupant was away.

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Extra parking is council aim Kevin Smith kevin.smith@sussexpost.co.uk EXTRA spaces for motorists could be provided by Bersted Parish Council. Its members have agreed in principle to spend money on creating the additional spaces at their Bersted Jubilee Hall off Chalcraft Lane. THe design of any extra parking will be agreed by the parish council at a future meeting. THe goal of providing more room for motorists is among the aspirations in the council's latest parish plan. Among the other future plans in the plan is the prospect of building another room for hire at the parish hall. THis could be funded from some of the council's £47,075 reserves. THis was agreed separately by councillors at their meeting last week. Within the plan, it comments: "We will work to develop a cost-effective plan for an extension to the existing hall. We will ensure it is financially viable and caters for the requirements of our residents, but at the same time is a versatile space available for all activities." Cllr Brian Knight, their chairman, said: "THe plan is important because it defines with our responsibilities and what we would like to see happen in the parish. "We are turning bookings away at the hall because it is reasonably priced and it's good accommodation." For the next year, the council will cater for residents at both ends of the age scale by carrying on with the regular tea and coffee club at the hall and the regular 5-12 age playscheme.

It also seeks to maintain its facilities to ensure cost effective and sustainable repairs are carried out. It also intends to consider providing parish planters and bins, and taking part in West Sussex County Council's scheme to plant a tree. "Everyone knows trees are important. We have seen so many trees cut down and we would like to see a tree replacement programme. "Another idea we are planning is to see whether the North Bersted traders would like to put plant troughs along the railings in front of their shops. "THe council can't do it on its own but we can put some money into the scheme. "It's a lovely parade but it could do with being brightened up." THe plan states the council will identify and propose trees to be subject to a tree preservation order to ensure their survives. It also says: "THe key objective of the plan is to clearly document the future projects of the council, which highlights the bold and active role Bersted Parish Council plays within our community and how we plan to do this going forward." As well as the parish hall, the parish council also maintains the adjoining Jubilee Playing Field and THe Spinney in North Bersted Street. It looks after a series of notice boards across the parish and provides small grants to community groups. THe plan also outlines the parish council's desire to continue its community involvement with the Bersted Business Forum, THe Regis School and Bartons School.

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REGARDING the recent severe flooding problems caused by the Aldingbourne Rife bursting its banks, e.g. Tesco car park and the caravan park, a simple solution to this problem would be to site a reservoir in the fields beside the new road to Chichester. THis would also help to drain the land in the area. ED Garnett, Frensham Avenue Bognor Regis

Dear Editor, I HAVE noticed several articles in local papers covering climate change. I wish

to provide some food for thought about the matter. Whoever said that one person cannot make a difference has never met a vegan. It is a fact that meat production is the biggest cause of climate change more than planes, trains and cars put together. THe single most effective change one person can make is to go vegan today and save the planet, their health and the animals. Every day, a vegan saves 1,100 gallons of water, 45lbs of grain, 30sq ft of forested land, 20lbs carbon dioxide equivalent and one innocent animal's life. With the water used to make a single burger, you could take a shower every day for 18 days and, with the energy used for that burger, a small car could be driven for 20 miles.

Dear Editor, I FEEL I must respond to the recent letter about food in St Richard's Hospital. I think whatever you print about folks' opinions on the meals is going to be subjective. I was a patient in St Richard's last April. Meals appeared to be heralded by the sound of an old-fashioned school bell being rung in the distance. As soon as I heard that noise, I was quickly out of bed sitting eagerly at my table to see what delicious meal was going to be put in front of me. THe portions were small but appetising and I ate every morsel. Surely, the quality has not deteriorated so much in less than a year!

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Hilary Smallshire, Aldbourne Drive, Aldwick To produce one pound of beef requires 2,500 gallons of water, one pound of soya requires 250 gallons of water and one pound of wheat requires 25 gallons of water. All protein on the planet comes ultimately from plants and 70 per cent of all agricultural land in Britain is used to feed animals. If we were vegan, less than a quarter would be needed. THe production of animal-based foods also causes increasing amounts of pollution and damage to natural eco-systems and causes starvation. If the world's resources were used to feed people, and not diverted through the meat industry for the taste buds of the West, we could end starvation. As Mahatma Gandhi said: "THe earth has enough for everyone's needs but not for some people's greeds." Not forgetting the human anatomy

and physiology is that of a frugivore which is why the NHS is at breaking point. Annie Sampson, Faresmead, Aldwick

Dear Editor, I WONDER if the hamlet of Shripney is even on the map. Every half-hour 24/7 buses pass here to and from the Rolls-Royce Motor Cars' factories at Chichester and Bognor Regis, though not for Shripney residents. Shripney residents are on a No 66 Compass bus route which has a twoand-a-half hourly so-called service. We only get that because there is a

school on the route. We exist on a flood plain in Shripney and often the bus can't come through Shripney because it is flooded due to flooding. We were closed for two days before Christmas. THe first bus the day before Christmas Eve was the 10.15am from Bognor Regis to Barnham, Yapton, Walberton and back to Bognor Regis. Flooding means we haven't had a bus since January 27 and the next one should be on March 16. We have bus passes but no bus for nearly two months. THe hamlet of Shripney on the A29 is up the creek without a paddle. Doris Sumpter, Marigolds Residential Park, Shripney Road, North Bersted

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south-westerly is set to reach a speed of 55mph tomorrow. The atrocious conditions come after last weekend's Storm Ciara caused some flooding at the beach earlier this week. An Arun spokeswoman said: "Arun District Council engineers have been monitoring the weather and tidal forecast. Shingle recycling works have taken place to reduce the risk to properties in East Front Road, Pagham, over the past week. "We are aware of the potential effects

of Storm Dennis but the work in the recent days, and the fact that we are moving away from spring tides, provides a suitable level of confidence. "However, we will be closely monitoring forecasts and are keeping the machinery on site, pictured above, to enable a quick response if needed." The initial news of the effects of Storm Ciara and high tides well above 6m on Pagham's foreshore was given to councillors at Arun's cabinet meeting on Monday.

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FLY-TIPPING has increased in the Chichester area by more than 84 per cent in the last seven years. Organised criminal gangs are dumping lorry-loads of rubbish across the UK as part of an illegal waste clearing service. Analysis by the BBC found the number of incidents of large-scale fly-tipping has more than doubled since 2012.

In the year 2011-2012, the number of fly-tipping incidents recorded in the district was 63 but for the year 2018-2019 it increased to 116. Police and environmental groups say the nature of fly-tipping is changing - a shift driven by a surge in criminal gangs offering illegal waste clearing services. Each year, councils across England and Wales collate the number, size and cost of illegal rubbish dumping in their areas. Anything above the size of a lorry-load

can be investigated by the Environment Agency, though the cost of clearance lies with the local council. THe incidents are costly to clear and analysis has found councils have spent more than £59million on their removal since 2012. Local authorities are responsible for investigating, clearing and taking appropriate enforcement action in relation to small-scale fly-tipping on public land.

A Chichester District Council spokesman said: "Fly-tipping is an offence that we take very seriously. Not only does it ruin the landscape of our beautiful district, but it also poses an environmental risk and costs over £350,000 of taxpayer money to clear up every year. "As part of the council’s award winning ‘Against Litter’ campaign, we have been working hard to tackle this crime." Turn to page three

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Gigabit funding MORE than £20million is to be invested in West Sussex’s digital infrastructure to deliver gigabit-capable broadband. Funding for several ‘full fibre’ projects was agreed by the county council’s cabinet on Tuesday. The schemes will be financed from the business rates funding pool. Cllr Bob Lanzer, cabinet member for the economy, said: “I’m delighted to see this further, significant investment in the county’s digital infrastructure. Councils in West Sussex are innovating in a space created by slow commercial investment and trying new approaches to see which are most effective in expanding gigabitcapable connectivity to all areas of the county.” The county council’s digital infrastructure team is working with

district and borough councils and central government to further develop a vision for the county’s digital future. This includes increasing ‘full fibre’ and maximising coverage of gigabit-capable broadband through the West Sussex full fibre programme. On Tuesday, funding was agreed for projects which include building on the county-wide initiative to build new gigabitcapable services to key public sector sites and exploring with the commercial market its appetite for early investment in rural areas. Chichester gigabit: 50 public-sector sites £0.74million and Arun gigabit: 100 publicsector sites £1.5million. The cabinet’s decision is subject to the usual call-in period.

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The Conservative county budget gets signed off A CONSERVATIVE budget at West Sussex County Council has been signed off for 2020/21 after Lib Dem and Labour amendments were defeated. The local authority’s share of council tax is set to rise by 3.99 per cent, the equivalent of an extra £55.17 for a Band D property. As well as cutting millions of pounds in several areas, the county council is proposing extra spending in the areas of children’s services, adult social care and fire and rescue. Cllr Jeremy Hunt, cabinet member for finance, said: “It’s a robust budget this Conservative administration can be proud of. Despite the challenges we face, it continues to deliver the services that residents expect from us.” He added: “I’m sure there will be many potholes on the road ahead but we already have seen clear signs that we are heading in the right direction.” He explained that despite making £18m of savings in 2020/21 they were still facing an estimated £45million funding gap over the next three years. They, alongside other local authorities, are awaiting results of the Government’s funding review. Both Lib Dem and Labour budget amendments called for the reversal of a £100,000 cut to the local assistance network and a £100,000 cut to the post 16 support service for young people not in education, employment or training. The Lib Dems also proposed two extra posts to accelerate progress to tackle climate change and two additional roles to explore opportunities for improvements in sustainable travel. Meanwhile, Labour also wanted to reduce cuts to library opening hours, pilot Sunday opening hours at Crawley and Burgess Hill libraries, fund an extra post to increase

participation with the home library direct and digital library plus services, reinstate the previous levels of urban grass cutting, additional resources to repair road signs and refreshing line painting, more therapist time to support children of alcoholdependent parents, employ a climate change lead officer and fund work to boost the night-time economy in town centres. Both defeated amendments proposed significant cuts to the county council’s communications team. Cllr Dr James Walsh, leader of the Lib Dem group, suggested the presentation of the Tory budgets was getting ‘rosier every year, but for the majority of residents it’s getting worse year on year’. He suggested any Tory claim of financial prudence had a ‘hole blown right through it’, pointing to the extra money ploughed into failing children’s services and fire and rescue, the £4million settlement paid to unsuccessful highways contract bidder Amey, and the recent alleged £265,000 financial settlement paid to outgoing chief executive Nathan Elvery. Cllr Walsh criticised the state of the county’s roads, with some potholes ‘as large as kitchen sinks’, described how homelessness grants were being ‘virutally abolished’ and flytipping was on the rise in West Sussex. He said: “Residents and taxpayers are being asked to pay an ever-increasing amount of council tax for ever worsening services.” The opposition parties’ plans to reduce the communications budget was criticised by Cllr Bob Lanzer, cabinet member for economy and corporate resources, who suggested a cut of that magnitude would have a significant impact.

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No more answers NO FURTHER answers on an alleged sixfigure settlement to the former boss of West Sussex County Council were released at a meeting last week. Nathan Elvery left the authority ‘by mutual consent’ in November after being ‘away from duties’ for the best part of two months on full pay. It is alleged he received a £265,000 settlement from the county council, although this figure has never been officially confirmed and no reasons have ever publicly been given for his departure. The county council reportedly also spent more than £35,000 on legal advice before reaching the settlement. The payment and the need for greater transparency were both raised on Friday by opposition members. Cllr James Walsh, leader of the Lib Dem group, called it a ‘highly irresponsible waste of money’ and tabled a series of written questions on the subject. Meanwhile, Labour Cllr Michael Jones attempted to amend the council’s pay

police so any severance payments above £100,000 have to be voted on by all councillors before they can be agreed. Cllr Jones said the money had been paid to Mr Elvery with ‘minimal if any reference to elected members’. He added: “It certainly does not make this council look very good to its local residents." But chairman Cllr Janet Duncton instead suggested a report should be prepared for the governance committee on the subject before any decision was taken. Cllr Walsh asked: “Why do we need a report on something that is simple and we can all make a decision on immediately?” Cllr Jones added: “There should be no hesitation on this, what does it need another report for?” Cllr Bob Lanzer, cabinet member for the economy and corporate resources, said: “It would be premature on the spur of the moment to take a decision such as this without considering any impacts. It’s right to wait for the report that the chairman has requested.”

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` Fire inspection A REVISIT by inspectors has reported that West Sussex Fire and Rescue Service has made ‘tangible improvements’ in a number of areas. Inspectors noted ‘a clear commitment’ by the fire service and West Sussex County Council to make improvements. They said they could see an accelerated pace with the improvement work over the past few months, mitigating the risk to public safety. Her Majesty’s Inspectorate of Constabulary and Fire and Rescue Services revisited the service last month, following an inspection in November, 2018. In a letter to the chief fire officer, Sabrina Cohen-Hatton, they said there were ‘tangible improvements’ with prevention and protection activities. The inspectors went to five stations, spoke to staff in areas where they identified issues, and interviewed those responsible for implementing the service’s action plan. They noted staff told them they felt supported and included in the improvement work, especially new IT solutions. They praised the service’s new programme management office’s ability to support driving these improvements forward. In her conclusion, Dru Sharpling, the lead HMI Inspector of Fire and Rescue Services, said: “During this revisit we found a clear commitment from you and the county council to make the improvements the service needs. You recognise that more action is necessary, but we have seen tangible improvements, especially within the last four months, in mitigating the risks to public safety we identified.”

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Sight charity gets bags of help from big supermarket By Kelly Wickham kelly.wickham@sussexpost.co.uk A CHARITY which helps those in the Post area with sight problems has received funding from a supermarket. Sussex’s Tesco customers voted to help people with brain injuries, those with sight loss, and provide free transport to local hospitals and NHS children’s nursing teams. Tesco marked its centenary year with two special Bags of Help funding rounds, with a huge £100,000 funding pot in Sussex. The winners of the second round have now been revealed, with first place, Headway East Sussex, which was awarded £25,000. In second place, 4Sight Vision Support received £15,000. In third

place, SERV Sussex got £10,000. The 4Sight Vision Support charity will use its funds to support Sussex people with sight loss through prevention, education and outreach. Nik Demetriades, chief executive at 4Sight Vision Support, said: "We’re really grateful to Tesco for this funding in our penultimate year to our centenary anniversary. It will make a big difference to people living with sight loss across Sussex. The money will go towards outreach services to help members access services that support independence, confidence and lead to a life of well-being after sight loss.” Keith Jackson, Tesco Bags of Help manager, said: “Congratulations to the recipients of our Bags of Help centenary grants. They’re all worthy winners

and we hope this funding helps them continue their important work in our communities. “The centenary grants are a huge part of our celebration of a century of delivering great value for our customers. And Bags of Help applications have opened again for 2020, as we aim to support more groups and organisations helping to make a difference across Britain this year.” Bags of Help applications have opened for 2020 and customers are invited to vote for the project they wish to receive the top prize, using blue tokens handed out at checkouts. Three groups will be awarded grant amounts of £2,000, £1,000 or £500 every three months. Find out more about Bags of Help at: tesco.com/bagsofhelp

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` Licence review A BOGNOR REGIS takeaway is to have its licence reviewed next week. Istanbul Grill has been subject to an application by Sussex Police to have its opening considered by a group of councillors. THe meeting of Arun District Council's licensing sub-committee will take place on Monday. A report by Sarah Meeten, the council's licensing manager, says the police contend the licensing objectives of the prevention of crime and disorder and public safety had been undermined following specific incidents and activity in and around the business's premises in High Street. "On January 13, 2020, Sussex Police made an application...for the review of the premises licence for Istanbul Grill, citing several incidents that have occurred at the premises raising serious cause for concern. "Incidents relate to (the) alleged conduct of the licence holder and include an allegation of him chasing a member of staff wielding a knife and women reporting that they had discovered pills in a kebab supplied to them at the shop," states Mrs Meeten. THe incidents are said to have occurred at the takeaway on December 29 last year. THe licence for Istanbul Grill's premises was transferred to William Kebab Ltd in September, 2019. THe sole director of the company is Afshin Ali-Zadeh. Late night refreshments on seven days a week are permitted by the current licence until 1am on Sundays, Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays and 3am other days.

Friday, February 21, 2020

Plan seeks to stop flooding

POLICIES to prevent flooding again devastating Felpham have been included in a new plan. Felpham Parish Council's latest version of its neighbourhood plan details the emphasis it places on ensuring any new developments do not cause problems with excess water. THe plan has been issued for residents to comment on its contents. THe deadline for the public to respond is March 2. Council chairman Dave Smart said: "We toughened up a few things to ensure that overall the village is better protected in terms of its character and its heritage. But also to say that flood defences are needed to be supportive of schemes. "We will also be looking at the overall best interests of the village and flood defences are bound to be part of that." THe draft plan states that a catchment flood management plan for the River Arun says that parts of the Arun district, including parts of Felpham, will be at an increased risk of flooding as a result of climate change causing rising sea levels and more extreme weather events. "THe areas east and west of Wedgwood Road are shown to be at risk from river and sea flooding on the Environment Agency flood maps. THey are also at risk from surface water flooding," it says. "THere are rifes running through the parish with various outfalls to the sea. THere has been significant flooding over the years. In 2012, 43 properties were significantly affected by flooding. "By considering the flood risk as a condition of planning will mean that the development should aim to actively mitigate known flood risk through sound planning, good design and preventative measures."

Felpham Parish Council was one of the first in the country to devise a neighbourhood plan. It was backed by villagers in 2014 and considered by a government planning inspector. Councillors reviewed it during late 2018 and early 2019 to take account of changes in the village and to fit in with Arun District Council's local plan land use blueprint following its adoption last year. Changes to the latest version of the neighbourhood plan reflect the importance of car parking, tourism activities, communications infrastructure such as mobile phone connectivity and public toilets among other subjects. "We didn't have to make many changes. THe whole point of going out to consultation is that people can have a look at the plan and have their say and, may be, influence some of the things we are looking at," said Cllr Smart. "We can reconsider and change the plan if we need to. "We put our ideas about what we think is best for the village. We have got a lot of experience, with people who have lived here for many years. "We are representing what is now the fourth or fifth largest parish in the Arun district. It's important we reflect what the people here think." THe plan must be fully considered during any proposed development project. "It provides mitigation against any kind of development that is not in keeping with the overall village character whilst recognising that changes sometimes are needed," the parish council states. Comments to: clerk@felphampc.gov.uk or: Felpham Parish Council, Felpham Community Hall, Meaden Way, Felpham, PO22 8FA.

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CHICHESTER CINEMA AT NEW PARK

February 21-27 MAY I welcome to you Welcome to the Neighbourhood, Tom Hanks playing the cherished US children’s TV star Fred Rogers in a moving drama about his transformative encounter with a hard-bitten reporter, Matthew Rhys, playing cynical writer Lloyd Vogel. The show ran from 1968 to 2001 and made Rogers a national treasure in the US, much admired for the way he encouraged children (and adults) to engage with their feelings. But what about Roger’s own? Vogel investigates. This affecting delight is joined by The Man Who Killed Don Quixote. Terry Gilliam’s masterpiece, 25 years in the making, reminds us of the romantic ideal that the world needs dreamers who dare to defy convention. Director Toby (Adam Driver), is working on a ‘Don Quixote’-themed ad on the plains of La Mancha. Ten years earlier, he had shot a black-and-white ‘Quixote’ adaptation, casting as the chivalrous knight a shoemaker, Javier (Jonathan Pryce), who still believes he is the don and Toby is his squire, Sancho Panza. Riotous. Kristen Stewart struts her stuff in Seberg, a psychological thriller about Hollywood star Jean Seberg who fell foul of the FBI in ’60s America. The film shows how easily a Hollywood star could needle the paranoid authorities, and the precarious soft power that it lent her. Clear a space in your calendar for the piercingly, profoundly film, So Long My Son, which traces the lives of two families over three decades of social, political and human upheaval in China, offering a humanistic look via two main dynamics: friendship and parental love. How do those kinds of relationships survive? Chanteraide is an acoustic warfare analyst working in French submarine surveillance in The Wolf’s Call and who uncovers a conspiracy aiming to start a world war. This muscular, absorbing hit

French action thriller is grounded in human drama. The absorbing documentary, Show Me the Picture: The Story of Jim Marshall, traces the career of the photographer who captured memorable moments, from Johnny Cash in jail to the Beatles’ last gig, while the Rolling Stone: Life and Death of Brian Jones, concentrates on the 50th anniversary of Jones’ premature and controversial Sussex drowning as well as the hedonistic life of the Stones musician. Performance events this week are two ballets: Swan Lake (Bolshoi Live, Feb 23) and Marston & Scarlett, from the ROH (Tue, Feb 25), based on the momentous life and career of the cellist Jacqueline du Pré. The man who coined the Bug Bunny’s catchphrase, ‘Eh, what’s up, doc?’ is the focus of the talk by the cinema’s education department’s Patrick Harwood on Screwball Genius - The Outrageous Films of Tex Avery (Sat, Feb 22). A celebration of his short animated films is illustrated by clips includes ‘Red Hot Riding Hood’, ‘Screwball Squirrel’ and ‘North-West Hounded Police’. Chichester Cinema at New Park, New Park Road, Chichester PO19 7XY Box office: 01243 786650 www.chichestercinema.org

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Adventure, Family Screened at Picturedrome Cinema ADAPTED from the beloved literary classic, The Call Of The Wild vividly brings to the screen the story of Buck, a big-hearted dog whose blissful domestic life is turned upside down when he is suddenly uprooted from his California home and transplanted to the exotic wilds of the Alaskan Yukon during the Gold Rush of the 1890s. As the newest rookie in a mail delivery dog sled team – and later its leader – Buck experiences the adventure of a lifetime, ultimately finding his true place in the world and becoming his own master. As a live-action/animation hybrid, The Call Of The Wild employs cutting edge visual effects and animation technology in order to render animals in the film as fully photorealistic – and emotionally authentic – characters. Harrison Ford stars as grizzled John Thornton, who befriends Buck while Dan Stevens, Omar Sy and Karen Gillan also feature as humans Buck encounters on his legendary adventure.

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Comedy, Drama, Romance Screened at Picturedrome Cinema JANE AUSTEN'S classic 19th-century novel about misread romance and the folly of youth has been translated into film no less than three times, with countless more small-screen adaptations easily beating that. The 1996 version starring Gwyneth Paltrow is probably the one most fondly remembered by viewers, but 2020 introduces a delicious new take, with Split’s Anya Taylor-Joy taking the lead role. Set within the fictional English country village of Highbury and its surrounding estates, the story revolves around the eponymous Emma Woodhouse, a beautiful young woman and self-proclaimed date doctor who has a habit of matchmaking friends and neighbours together. All is going pretty well until she almost misses out on a chance of love herself as soon as the dashing George Knightley arrives. Knightley is played by British singer-songwriter Johnny Flynn, who leads an ensemble support cast including Bill Nighy, Mia Goth and Miranda Hart. This fresh interpretation of popular period comedy marks the directorial debut of long-time photographer Autumn de Wilde. Therefore, those planning to see it should expect some beautiful costume design, impressive attention to detail, and some thoughtful cinematography in this beautiful iteration of this timeless classic.

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Comedy, Drama, Thriller Screened at Picturedrome Cinema THE Kim family are close. All four live in a tiny basement flat and all four are unemployed. But when the son, Ki-woo, is recommended by his friend to take a well-paid tutoring job, hopes of a regular income blossom on the horizon. THere’s only one small issue - he’s not a qualified teacher and has to fake it. Carrying the expectations of all his family, Ki-woo heads to the extravagant Park family home for an interview and after securing the job discovers they also need an art tutor for their son, something he thinks his sister could pretend to do… if they don’t know she’s his sister. Soon, the whole family has infiltrated the Park

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Friday, February 21, 10am-noon Methodist Church, 76 High Street, Bognor Regis PO21 1RZ Entry free, with tea/coffee, biscuit and chat. All welcome. Every Friday

Friday, February 21, 8.30pm Riverside Caravan Centre, Shripney Road, Bognor Regis PO22 9NE Tickets: £10 at: ticketcrowd.co.uk

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Friday, February 21, 10.30am-4pm Felpham Post Office, 92 Felpham Road, Bognor Regis PO22 7PD To book and for pricing, visit: JoTownsendWellbeing on Facebook

Saturday, February 22, 7.30pm Alexandra Theatre, Belmont Street, Bognor Regis PO21 1BL Tickets: £20. Visit: alexandratheatre. co.uk or call 01243 861010.

MEET & GREET COFFEE MORNING

Friday, February 21, 10am-12.30pm North Mundham Village Hall, School Lane, North Mundham, Chichester PO20 1LA In support of Manhood Wildlife & Heritage Group

BIG SALE - CHICHESTER BOYS CLUB

Saturday, February 22, 10am-noon Chichester Boys Club, 34a Little London, Chichester PO19 1PL

SPRING WEDDING FAYRE

Sunday, February 23, 10.30am-2.30pm Barnham Community Hall, Murrells Field, Yapton Road, PO22 0AY

SEED & PLANT SWAP

Sunday, February 23, 11am-3pm The Bridge Support Centre, School Lane, Selsey PO20 9EH Hosted by Youth Dream charity. Call 07815 790770.

DIZZY LIZZY

Saturday, February 22, 7.30pm Assembly Room, North Street, Chichester PO19 1LQ Tickets: £20 at: wegottickets.com or by phone, 01243 816525, or in person from The Novium, Tower Street, Chichester PO19 1QH

MENDELSSOHN VIOLIN CONCERTO - JOHAN DALENE

THE NATIONAL SPIRIT HURDLE

Sunday, February 23, 12.30pm-6pm Fontwell Park, Fontwell Avenue, Fontwell BN18 0SX Advance tickets from £15. Book at: fontwellpark.co.uk

OPEN MIC POETRY & JOAN SECOMBE

Monday, February 24, 7.30pm Bassil Shippam Centre, Tozer Way, Chichester, PO19 4 Entry: £3. Hosted by Chichester Organic Gardening Society.

RAILWAYS OF THE ISLE OF WIGHT - COLIN BRADING

Wednesday, February 26, 7.30pm Chichester Railway Correspondence & Travel Society, Committee Room 3, County Hall, PO19 1RQ Entry £3. All welcome

Thursday, February 27, 7pm St Mary's Hall, Grasmere Close, Felpham PO22 7NU Free but must be booked at: eventbrite. co.uk

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Wednesday, February 26 and Thursday, February 27, 7pm Alexandra Theatre, Belmont Street, Bognor Regis PO21 1BL Tickets: £10, adult, £5 under-16s. Book at: alexandratheatre.co.uk or call 01243 861010.

Tuesday, February 25, 7pm Picturedrome, 51 Canada Grove, Bognor Regis PO21 1DW Tickets: £15, visit:picturedromebognor. com

February 25-March 8, 10am-4.30pm, excluding Mondays Oxmarket Centre of Arts, St Andrew's Court, off East Street, Chichester PO1 IYH. Free entry

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Tuesday, February 25, 7.30pm Coronation Hall, Reynolds Lane, Slindon BN18 0QT Tickets: £5 on the door or book by calling 01243 814735

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February 25-March 8, 10am-4.30pm, excluding Mondays Oxmarket Centre of Arts, St Andrews Court, off East Street, Chichester PO1 IYH. Free entry

MIDNITE SUN

Sunday, February 23, 4pm The Lion, Nyetimber Lane, Bognor Regis PO21 3JX

BRIDGETTE HORN

February 25-March 8, 10am-4.30pm, excluding Mondays Oxmarket Centre of Arts, St Andrew's Court, off East Street, Chichester PO1 IYH. Free entry

MYSTERY WARRIOR: THE NORTH BERSTED MAN

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Friday, February 21, 8pm The Fountain, 29 Southgate, Chichester PO19 1ES

Until September 26, 10am-5pm (MondaySaturday). The Novium, Tower Street, Chichester PO19 1QH Entry: free, donations welcome

THE ALIBI

Friday, February 21, 9pm The Hothampton Arms, 49-51 London Road, Bognor Regis PO21 1PR

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RELATIONSHIPS WITH CONSEQUENCES!

Friday, February 21, 7.30pm and Saturday, February 22, 2.30pm, 7.30pm The Hibbard Studio, Chichester High School, Kingsham Road, Chichester PO19 8EB Tickets: £12, adults, £6 children. Book at: chichesterplayers.org.uk

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Saturday, February 22, 11am and 2.30pm The Spring Arts & Heritage Centre, East Street, Havant PO9 1BS Tickets: £8, visit: thespring.co.uk or call 023 9247 2700

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Wednesday, February 26, 7.30pm Jubilee Hall, New Park Centre, New Park Road, Chichester PO19 7XY

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MILITARY TALK - SHERYL GREEN

SIMON WATTERTON (PIANO)

Tuesday, February 25, 1pm-1.50pm Chichester Cathedral, West Street, Chichester PO19 1PX Entry free with retiring collection

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Thursday, February 27, 7pm. Dementia Support, Sage House, 110-130 City Fields Business Park, Chichester PO20 2FP. Entry: £8. Booking essential: 01243 888691. In aid of Dementia Support.

Sunday, February 23, 2.45pm Assembly Hall, Stoke Abbott Road, Worthing BN11 1HQ Tickets: from £25, at: worthingtheatres. co.uk or call 01903 206206

JAILHOUSE JAZZ

Sunday, February 23, noon-5pm Felpham Community Hall, Meaden Way, Felpham PO22 8FA Entry: £3, in aid of Cancerwise

THE ALDINGBOURNE TRUST MICHELLE MCKINLEY BELL

BADGERS, BATS, BUTTERFLIES & BEECH TREES

Thursday, February 27, 10pm Arundel Jailhouse, The Undercroft, Town Hall, Maltravers Street, Arundel BN18 9AP Entry: £8.

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Sunday, February 23, 10am and 11.30am Spring Arts & Heritage Centre, East Street, Havant PO9 1BS Tickets: £5 for babies and children. Accompanying adults free. Visit: thespring.co.uk or call 023 9247 2700

MAELSTROM

Saturday, February 22, 9pm The Hothampton Arms, 49-51 London Road, Bognor Regis PO21 1PR

PHOTO EXHIBITION: REFLECTIONS OF ARUNDEL

Until March 3, 10am-4pm Arundel Museum, Mill Road, Arundel BN18 9PA Entry included with museum entry

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Saturday, February 22, 9pm The Foundry, 1 Southgate, Chichester PO19 8DH

EAGLES HITS LIVE

Saturday, February 22, 9pm The Fishermans Joy, 71 East Street, Selsey, PO20 0BU

ROUGH JUSTICE

Saturday, February 22, 8.30pm The Seal, 6 Hillfield Road, Selsey PO20 0J

SLIM JIM & THE WILDCARDS

Sunday, February 23, 8pm The Hothampton Arms, 49-51 London Road, Bognor Regis PO21 1PR

OPEN MIC WITH SEDGE & JON

Thursday, February 20, 9pm TAO, 41-43 High Street, Bognor Regis PO21 1RX

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Friday, February 21, 8pm Coach & Horses, The Square, Compton PO18 9HA Entry: £1 per person

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Saturday February 22, 8.15pm The Cabin, 169 Elmer Road, Bognor Regis PO22 6JA Entry: £2.50 per person. Food from 7pm

WEEKLY QUIZ

Wednesday, February 26, 8pm The Waverley, Marine Drive West, Bognor Regis PO21 2QA Entry: £1 per person

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Debunking myths behind serial killers

Reliving the special music of the sixties The Psychology Of Serial Killers Thursday, February 27, 7.30pm Pavilion Theatre, Marine Parade, Worthing BN11 3PX Box office: 01903 206206 or online: worthingtheatres.co.uk FORENSICS lecturer Jennifer Rees will explore one of psychology’s most troubling topics - how and why people become serial killers. Jennifer will explore the different categories of serial killers, using case studies to illustrate. She will also debunk common serial killer myths and discuss the typical differences between male and female serial killers, again, incorporating case studies to illustrate – audience members may be surprised by what they learn. Jennifer will also investigate the phenomenon of killer couples, such as Fred

and Rose West and The Moors Murderers Ian Brady and Myra Hindley, as well as exploring the folie à deux syndrome, also known as ‘shared psychosis’. Why do women fall in love with known serial killers? Jennifer will discuss the clinical knowledge surrounding why serial killers gain admirers, fan mail, and even spouses in light of their atrocious crimes. The audience can learn about hybristophilia, and the astounding case of the 'Night Crawler’s' trial. A fascinating time-lapse video of facial reconstruction on the skull of a discovered body will show how murder victims can be identified. This intriguing, if grisly, evening out is at Worthing's Pavilion Theatre on Thursday, February 27, 7.30pm. Tickets are available from £20.50, from Worthing Theatres box office.

Trailblazing poet heads bill at New Park Open Mic Poetry: Joan Secombe Wednesday, February 26, 7.30pm Jubilee Hall, New Park Centre, New Park Road, Chichester PO19 7XY A SPECIAL evening celebrating creativity is planned by Chichester Poetry when cofounder and organiser Joan Secombe heads the bill at Open Mic Poetry at the New Park Centre on Wednesday, February 26. Spokesman Barry Smith said: "We’re delighted that after working behind the scenes for many years, Joan will be taking centre stage as guest poet to read from her first collection of poetry, Moving from the west, which uses family history, the landscape of south Wales and travel for inspiration. Joan was born and raised in south Wales before studying English at University College, London, going on to train as a teacher after some experience in industry. Her whole teaching career was spent at Chichester’s Bishop Luffa School, where she combined the role of housemistress with teaching English. She took a particular interest in teaching creative writing and with Barry Smith founded and edited the long running, multi prize-winning magazine of young people’s poetry and prose, Knight Life. Joan is particularly proud of the award certificate signed by former poet-laureate Ted Hughes. She developed her expertise by attending an Arvon writing course during a sabbatical

and decided to focus on poetry writing. Joan was one of the first teachers to be designated a teacher trailblazer by the Poetry Society for her work teaching poetry to children. After retiring she went on a course tutored by Carol Ann Duffy and Gillian Clarke. In the second part of the evening, local writers will get the chance to share the platform with Joan and read their latest poems. Barry added: "It promises to be a stimulating evening. We welcome poetry from old friends and newcomers to the open mic in any style and any subject. Those who prefer just to sit back and listen are equally welcome." Open Mic Poetry is on Wednesday, February 26, 7.30pm, at Jubilee Hall, New Park Centre, New Park Road, Chichester. Entry is £4 on the door. For further information, call 07813 244731 or visit: chichesterpoetry.simplesite.co.uk

Bringing on Back the 60s Saturday, February 22, 7.30pm Alexandra Theatre, Belmont Street, Bognor Regis PO21 1BL Tickets: alexandratheatre.co.uk or call 01243 861010 IF Paradise is Half as Nice as your memories of the 1960s, make a beeline for the Alexandra Theatre where top tribute band New Amen Corner will be headlining Bringing on Back the 60s. This fast-moving show includes a stunning multimedia presentation and special guest appearance from multiaward winning Nancy Ann Lee, who is known as “Little Miss Sixties”. The New Amen Corner are one of the hardest working and most highly respected acts on the sixties circuit here in the UK and around Europe. With multiple British sixties tours under their belt, the master-revivalists enjoy an unparalleled reputation

which has grown through backing some of the biggest names of the sixties (Chris Farlowe, Peter Noone, Chris Montez, Mike Pender and many more) and from the energy and authenticity of their own shows. With keen attention to detail, New Amen Corner provides the ultimate journey through the decade that defined pop music. Nancy has also toured as support with Marti Wilde, Eden Kane and Mike Berry. She has been nominated and recognised at The British Country Music Awards multiple times. With her strong vocal ability, she can sing the songs we all know and love from the iconic 60s era. Little Miss Sixties will be backed by the New Amen Corner for that authentic 60s sound bringing a special female element to an already fantastic show. Whether you go to this show to relive your childhood memories or simply want to see what your parents have been raving about for all these years, this show is a must. Full of timeless classics performed with the most authentic 60s sound, accompanied on the large screen by all the visual effects to complement, this will be two hours of million selling hits from the most prolific decade in musical history.

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Lottery funds will help folk festival to reach out REACHING out to help people with mental problems has resulted in the Bognor Regis-based Southdowns Folk Festival being awarded £10,000 from the Big Lottery Awards for All funds. `Musical Minds` is aimed at improving mental wellbeing in the area through the platform of the annual Folk Festival and using music, comedy and radio as the mediums to achieve this. The project will involve the town's SURF Radio Respect and the Bognor Institute of Laughter with inputs from the national organisation Joe Strummer Foundation. Chris Collins, from SURF Radio Respect, said: "We are really excited about our involvement with Musical Minds, which will begin in April and finish in November this year. As a radio station which has been running for six years, we are acutely aware of the issues surrounding mental well-being and this project will definitely help quite a lot of local people to feel valued and gain in selfconfidence. "We will be aiming to do a lot of outside broadcasts at the September event and will also be applying for a temporary FM community licence so we can reach a far wider audience." Musical Minds will involve specialist training in the leadup to the festival, such as technical skills, logistics, health and safety, event planning plus creative script writing, all leading up to a full programme of broadcasts and comedy plus music events in and around the project marquee which will be on the Place St Maur, next to the Regis Centre for the duration of the festival from September 17-20. Sarah Fisher, from the Bognor Institute of Laughter, added: "We have been going for over two years and Musical Minds gives us a great opportunity to reach wider audiences and involve local people in what we do, thereby boosting their self-esteem and giving them a real sense of achievement. "We`ll be initiating a lot of new creative work for the project and want to draw in existing and new people for what we are planning." Southdowns Folk Festival chairman Roger Nash said: "We are really grateful to Awards for All in putting their faith in us and we do believe Musical Minds will not only be a big hit but could prove to be a model to build on for similar future projects involving creative arts, music and

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City salon ensures women's hair is always their crowning glory with colour specialists Q Hair & Beauty 37 North St, Chichester PO19 1LX Tel: 01243 782489 www.qhairandbeauty.co.uk MOST women regard their hair as their crowning glory - when we know our hair is looking good, that makes us feel good! A great cut is essential, of course, but the colour is just as important and achieving the fabulous shade that’s perfect for you isn’t as simple as looking through a shade card. The key to perfection is a really thorough consultation and Q Hair and Beauty, Chichester’s

prestigious salon, is one of the few which offer this before colour treatment is embarked upon. This attention to detail and dedication to achieving what is right for each and every guest is just what you need to give you complete confidence, knowing that an expert in colouring has helped you choose a gorgeous shade which will not only appeal to you but will complement your style and your colouring - and will be achievable depending on your particular kind of hair. At Q Hair and Beauty, a thorough consultation is regarded as essential and you can enjoy a 45-minute one-to-one appointment with your stylist, discussing where you are now and where you want to be in terms of your hair colour, whether it’s just a slight change or a bold new look. He or she will look at the condition of your hair and chat at length about what you hope for, suggesting several options and identifying the perfect shade. Integrity of the hair is always at the forefront of any colour treatment and a skin test is essential beforehand. A Q Hair & Beauty client said: "I know from personal experience just what an asset it can be to take advantage of the Q route to achieving a colour you will love. After moving to Sussex I tried a number of salons but none of them got it right - as well as the various shades being either too dark or too ‘yellow’, the condition of my hair deteriorated badly and eventually resembled straw! "It was when I felt I looked like Worzel Gummidge that a friend recommended Q and I’ve never looked back. The lovely Helen took everything in hand and at the consultation she was completely realistic about what needed to be done, warning me that because my hair was badly damaged, it would require several treatments. "She was absolutely right and six months later I had an immaculate, glossy ash blonde bob, a gorgeous colour, shining with health."

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Another advantage of a consultation at Q is that you will be given a full and accurate quotation so you can be confident there will be no unexpected extras. At that stage you pay a £20 deposit which will be deducted from your final bill. Q’s highly-qualified and experienced stylists receive regular ongoing training in the latest colour trends and techniques so they are always bang up to date with the current fashions and also have an

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An actively new lease of life for Andy thanks to life-changing hip surgery Nuffield Health 78 Broyle Road, Chichester, PO19 6WB 01243 884553 www.nuffieldhealth.com SIXTY-SEVEN-YEAR-OLD Andy Mackie, who is married with one daughter in her final year of university and who owns two active Hungarian Vizsla dogs, had been living with occasional pain in his hip for seven or eight years. In the last 18 months, this started to increase and restricted his ability to bend, cycle, tie his shoelaces and walk the dogs. As a family, they enjoy active holidays including walking and skiing and it was becoming more and more obvious that his ability to participate and enjoy these holidays was becoming significantly limited. When his hip pain progressed to being almost constant and began to impact on his quality of life, Mr Mackie decided it was time to act and

contacted Mr Michael Moss at Nuffield Health Chichester Hospital, having had great feedback from one of his close friends who had previously seen Mr Moss at Nuffield Health. Mr Mackie explained: “Mr Moss and Nuffield Health Chichester Hospital were recommended to me by a friend who is a keen golfer, tennis player and accomplished snow skier. She had both hips replaced by Mr Moss and now spends about four months every winter skiing in Austria! Mr Moss performed a total left hip replacement for me in March, 2019, just a couple of weeks after my 67th birthday. At the beginning of July, some three months later, I went on a cycling holiday in Greece where I covered over 600km of road and mountain biking in a couple of weeks. I went back to Greece in October for another week of cycling, which included a couple of 60km rides through the mountains. I have now completed the ‘January Challenge’ at my local health club, which was to either ride the equivalent of the final stage of the Tour de France (122km) using the static exercise bikes, row the Channel (34km), or run a marathon (42km) using the treadmill. I ended up completing three marathons, three Tour de France stages and rowed five times across the channel, beating any other club member by a significant margin! During all the above I have felt no pain, discomfort or restriction from my new hip. It has been wonderful to get fully active again, and I would like to thank Mr Moss and the team at Nuffield Health for enabling me to do this. A summer holiday of cycling, sailing, gym and studio classes has already been booked for this year, and I am already looking at ski resorts for next winter. In all, the care and service at Nuffield Health was excellent. The staff were very proficient, there was a positive atmosphere and even the food was five-star. Service-wise, they couldn’t do enough for you.

Not only were the whole pre-op, surgical and nursing teams reassuring, friendly, professional and fun, but the physio aftercare - both at Chichester and at Nuffield Health Sunbury, was brilliant and instrumental in getting me back on my feet, literally. The outcome of the operation surpassed my expectations and really has given me a new lease of life.” Nuffield Health Chichester provides a wide range of services using stateof-the-art medical equipment. Rated ‘Good’ by the CQC, Nuffield Health Chichester specialise in orthopaedics, women’s and men’s health, ophthalmology and general surgery. With rapid access to treatment, firstclass patient accommodation and endto-end support from chosen specialist consultants, Nuffield Health Chichester provides tailored treatment and care. For more information or to book an outpatient appointment in as little as 24 hours, call 01243 884553.

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Getting the perfect 2020 vision this year with Sight and Sound's optical experts Sight and Sound 5 High St, Bognor Regis PO21 1RQ Tel: 01243 823144 www.sightandsound.org.uk SIGHT and Sound have been offering optical services in the town of Bognor for over 75 years and we are constantly looking to give the very best care for our patients. We often get asked about contact lenses. Are they right for me? Am I suitable? What are the benefits? Here is some information that might help you decide whether contact lenses will work for you.

What are contact lenses?

A contact lens is a thin, flexible membrane that you apply directly to your eye (over the cornea) to correct vision. They work in the same way glasses do, by altering the direction of the light rays to focus light properly on to the retina. Almost anyone can wear contact lenses, whatever your lifestyle, age or prescription. Contact lenses are suitable for a wide range of vision types including multifocal, varifocal, astigmatism and dry eyes. At Sight and Sound our optician will help find the right solution for you.

How do I get started with contact lenses?

Once you decide to give contact lenses a try, you will need to book an appointment to see your optician. Your contact lens prescription will not be the same as your glasses prescription, so you’ll need to have a separate contact lens assessment to

determine what kind of prescription you will need. Once tested, your prescription will detail the shape, size and power of the lenses you will need. Your optician will discuss with you the next stages. Your optician will show you how to put contact lenses in and take them out. They will also show you how to clean them and answer any questions that you may have. There are many common questions associated with contact lenses that you may consider before going ahead with them, however if you have any concerns your optician will only be too happy to discuss them with you.

I’ve tried contact lenses before without success. Should I try again?

Yes. Over the last few years, lens technology has evolved. So if you tried contact lenses before and didn’t get on with them, it may be time to try again.

Are contact lenses comfortable?

Today’s lenses are made with high tech materials that let more oxygen into your eye. Contact lenses are now so comfortable you wouldn’t even know you are wearing them.

Do I have to wear contact lenses every day?

No. In fact some types of contact lens, such as daily disposable soft lenses, are particularly useful if you only want to wear contact lenses occasionally.

Can I wear my contact lenses for swimming?

Contact lenses shouldn’t be worn for swimming, or while in hot tubs or showering. Water holds a lot of bacteria and there is a risk of eye infections if you wear your contact lenses in and around

water. If you do have more questions or would like to talk to one of our opticians book an assessment on 01243 823144 or pop in branch at 5 High Street to chat to one of our staff.

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DENISE KELLY A passionate and motivated 'health expert/nutritionist

Light up your life with happy foods www.denisekelly.co.uk Tel: 07730671436 Email: denise@ thewellbeingcompanyltd.com IF YOU sometimes indulge in sweets when stressed or upset, you know how immediately satisfying they can be. But all too often, they result in a quick blood sugar crash and irritability. Just as some foods can have a negative effect on how you feel, some foods can have the complete opposite effect and lift your mood on a dull dreary February day, even if the sun is not shining. • Eat foods rich in omega-3 fatty acids I see it in my clinics all the time, that omega-3 fatty acids have a vital role to play in brain function. Deficiencies in omega-3 fatty acids have been linked for a number of years now to mental health and anxiety issues. To increase your intake of omega-3 fatty acids, consume foods such as: 1. Wild Alaskan salmon 2. Sardines 3. Anchovies 4. Mackerel

5. Other oily fish 6. Walnuts 7. Flax and chia seeds 8. Canola oil 9. Purslane (herb) In addition to whole foods, good sources of omega-3s are fish oil, flaxseed oil, and echium oil. • Pump up on probiotics Probiotics are best known for their role in digestive health, but emerging research suggests that bacteria in the gut sends and receives signals to the brain (known as the gut-brain axis). Consumption of a probiotic supplement has been found to improve both gut symptoms and depression in people with irritable bowel syndrome. Improvements are being seen in depression symptoms once you truly improve gut health. Increase your intake of probiotics with foods including: 1. Yogurt 2. Kefir 3. Sauerkraut 4. Miso 5. Tempeh 6. Pickled vegetables

VITAMIN D may increase the levels of serotonin

Spinach and other green vegetables contain the B vitamin folate

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Volunteer Cleaner (Chichester ‘Restore’) – Stonepillow Stonepillow offers shelter, information and support to empower homeless and vulnerable individuals to make positive changes in their lives. Stonepillow Restore is a large retail warehouse and a high street charity shop; selling predominantly furniture, white goods and electrical products, run with the assistance of clients and other volunteers. All necessary induction and training will be provided. They are very flexible and welcome any volunteers who are happy to devote as little as one morning or afternoon, or they can fit your volunteering around your other commitments (i.e. childcare) so you would be able to come to help us i.e. 10-2. They are open 7 days a week and any help is hugely appreciated!

• Reach for whole grains Whole grains are important sources of B vitamins, nutrients vital for brain health. For example, thiamin (vitamin B1) is involved in turning glucose into energy, pantothenic acid (vitamin B5) is needed to produce the neurotransmitter acetylcholine (involved in learning and memory), vitamin B6 helps to convert the amino acid tryptophan into serotonin, and vitamin B12 is involved in the production of neurotransmitters such as serotonin and dopamine, among others, all of which help to regulate mood. Look for grains in their whole form, such as: 1. Quinoa 2. Brown rice 3. Amaranth 4. Millet 5. Bulgur Whole grain foods can be confusing. A rule of thumb when reading food labels is that for every five grams of carbohydrate, a product should have at least one gram of dietary fibre to be considered whole grain. • Load up on leafy green vegetables Spinach and other green vegetables contain the B vitamin folate. Although the connection isn't fully understood, low folate levels have been consistently associated with depression. Folate deficiency may impair the metabolism of serotonin, dopamine, and noradrenaline (neurotransmitters important for mood), so by increasing vegetable and fruit consumption you

may just diminish your risk. Folate-rich vegetables include: 1. Spinach 2. Edemame 3. Artichokes 4. Okra 5. Turnip greens 6. Lentils 7. Avocado 8. Broccoli Folate is also plentiful in beans and lentils, with a cup of cooked beans providing 90 per cent of the recommended daily allowance. • Enrich your diet with foods high in vitamin D Known as the sunshine vitamin, this nutrient is made naturally in the body when skin is exposed to the sun's ultraviolet B rays. Vitamin D may increase the levels of serotonin, one of the key neurotransmitters influencing our mood, and that deficiency may be linked with mood disorders, particularly seasonal affective disorder. Lack of vitamin D is a serious risk for depression in older adults, so do all that you can to increase your levels wherever possible. How can I get more Vitamin D? 1. Spend time in sunlight 2. Consume fatty fish and seafood 3. Eat more mushrooms 4. Include egg yolks in your diet 5. Take a liquid supplement of Vitamin D Making time and concentrating on your health is essential to feeling fabulous and should be your number one priority.

Yada Volunteer Fundraiser - Events & Individuals – Yada

Yada is the overarching charitable organisation that runs The Esther Project (TEP). TEP is an outreach service to women in the sex industry across Worthing and coastal West Sussex. The project aims to increase safety, reduce isolation and improve emotional well-being amongst women in the sex industry. Your role will be to support the Manager with fundraising activities in various formats, depending on your skills and interests. Fundraising activities could include supporting/ running fundraising events, online fundraising (e.g. crowdfunding, social media campaigns), partnering with local corporates and steward individual/regular givers. Regular travel to the Worthing office will be required.

Treasurer - 8th Chichester – West Sussex Scouts

West Sussex Scouts offers fun, challenge and adventure to over 9700 young people aged 6 to 25 across more than 100 locations in West Sussex. A Treasurer is required to provide financial administration, support and information to the 8th Chichester Scout Group Executive Committee (Board of Trustees). Responsibilities of the Treasurer include; managing and monitoring the financial activities of the Scout Group; preparing financial reports and annual accounts; leading in the creation of budgets and financial planning and monitoring of these; ensuring the Group is financially able to function, has appropriate reserves and accounting procedures and controls in place; preparing the Annual Statement of Accounts for independent examination and approval by the Executive Committee and presenting these at the AGM; and being a full and active member in the Executive Committee meetings (approx. 4 evening meetings per year)

Gig Buddy Volunteer – Gig Buddies - West Sussex

Stay Up Late promotes the rights of people with learning disabilities to have full and active social lives. They do this through awareness raising, advocacy, running their Gig Buddies volunteer service and providing opportunities for people to lead full and active lives. Being a gig buddy involves attending an event with a person who has a learning disability, once or twice a month. You also help them to choose the event and help with practical / transport arrangements. You will receive training and support. You will need to be friendly and kind, with a good sense of humour; and willing to get to know somebody well, and to have a good gig buddying relationship with them, based on mutual respect and shared interests. To apply for these opportunities, or to see others in your area, please go to wwww.vaac.org.uk/volunteering.

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Advertising Feature THERE are lots of activities taking place across the Aldingbourne Trust at each of our social enterprises. Our Aldingbourne Country Centre is now open every day from 9.30am to 4.30pm where we are busy finalising our plans for the Easter holidays, when we will be hosting a range of activity days over the two-week school holidays. Our ever-popular Wipe Out Zone is back on the Monday, April 6,and Tom’s Talking Reptiles on Friday, April 10, just to name a few. We are excited to announce that our ‘Foam Party’ event will be returning this Easter on THursday, April 9, and Friday April 17. Check out our website: aldingbournetrust.org/events for more information on our full events calendar. Over at our drop-in centre at No73 Aldwick Road Bognor Regis, staff and the people we support are hosting an Easter Market on Saturday, March 28, from 11am to 2pm. You can pop in and join the fun, visit their crafts stalls and enjoy some refreshments. THey are also holding an Easter hat competition, so why not get creative and come along on the day to enter for your chance to win a prize? All funds raise go towards our creative arts studio, which provides creative workshops for the people we support with learning disabilities and/or autism. Are you looking for a costume or something to create for your children to take part in book week this year? Why not pop into our charity shop in Aldwick Road where they will be stocking a range of dress up costumes at very reasonable prices. We are always looking for donations to support our shop, so if you are having a clear out of unwanted items drop them in. Our charity shop is open Monday to Saturday, 9.30am to 4pm. THe fundraising team is hosting its annual golf day at Cowdray Park Golf Club on Wednesday, May 27. We are looking for teams of four to take part, to help us raise funds towards developing the day centre for the people we support at the Aldingbourne Country Centre. Join us for a bacon butty to start your day at 11.30am, followed by a putting competition. At 12.30pm we will commence a Stableford competition round of golf with a shotgun start, and finish with a two-course supper while the winners are celebrated. To find out more, visit our website: aldingbournetrust.org/ fundraising-events or contact our fundraising team on 01243 544607 or: lenar@aldingbourne.org THe Aldingbourne Trust is a registered charity, which supports adults with learning disabilities and/or autism to live the lives they choose. THere are many social enterprises within the trust, including THe Aldingbourne Country Centre; horticulture; wood recycling and charity shop in Aldwick Road, Bognor Regis, among others. We could not continue our support without the help of our volunteers. If you are interested and would like to find out more about volunteering for the Aldingbourne Trust, please contact Tracy Milward on 01243 544607 or: tracym@aldingbourne.org

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MORE than 5,000 people in the Arun district are claiming universal credit. THe latest figures from the government show the number in the area who receive the benefit has reached 5,285. THe data, which was released this week, revealed more people across the country - 2.8 million-plus were being paid universal credit than before. James Quince, the Department for Work and Pensions' group partnership manager for the south east, said: "Every day, universal credit is giving more and more people in the south east the tools to transform their lives through work. "THe system is helping people move into work faster and stay there for longer.

"THe service is constantly adapting and improving. "It also provides valuable support for families and those most in need." Improvements have been made to universal credit since it was introduced for Bognor Regis amid some criticism for the way it replaced the previous benefits. THe changes empower working parents and disabled people to earn an extra £1,000 a year before their benefit starts to reduce. THe time parents and guardians have to claim back childcare costs has also increased. THe numbers claiming universal credit will rise compared to previous years because it is now available in all Jobcentres.

A NEW series of Loss Conversations is being launched in Bognor Regis next month. Antonia Rolls will be joined by friend Marie Paul to host the meetings at the town's Jobcentre in High Street every second Wednesday, starting on March 4 until June 10. THe meetings will run from 10am. Antonia, pictured above right, said: “ It is all free, and it will be the same as before, a holistic listening and support service those experiencing loss of any kind, and the effect it has on their lives. “THis can be bereavement, loss of work, a relationship,

health, a pet, whatever loss people want to come and find a supportive listening ear for." "We all experience loss in our lives, and it can be hard to deal with. It is not always bereavement, though that is very difficult. "It may be loss of a job, health, a relationship, and all these losses can affect us, and make life difficult. "Loss Conversations is a confidential, kind, supportive listening service, where you can talk about your loss and feel supported and heard. "Whether the group is two people or 20, we support and listen to each other, and often find we are not alone."

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CHILDREN in and around Westergate have been showing off their sporty side this half-term. Organised by Freedom Leisure, the operator of the Six Villages Sports Centre in partnership with Ormiston Six Villages Academy, youngsters are being supported to be more active. Freedom Leisure Centre manager Steven Enyon said: “For me, these activities mean we can offer as much as we can to utilise the space and put on offer the great equipment that we have. “I’m really pleased with it. THe feedback has been really good and the children have been loving it and we’ve even had people coming just because they’ve been told by their friends how much fun it is. “I’m already looking forward to the next event. THe team work hard to put together our five-day camp to ensure it is fun and engaging for all who attend. “THis camp is the perfect way for parents to ensure their children are not stuck indoors during the holiday, whilst also providing a great childcare option for those who work.” THomas Moran, nine, a pupil at Aldingbourne Primary School, attended the half-term activity, trying his hand at the range of sports on offer. “It’s really fun,” he said. “I’m one of the more sporty people in my class at school so it’s nice to be able to do that even in the holidays. “I especially liked doing the football, that’s one of my favourites. I would definitely like to come back, I’ve loved it.”

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ChangingTimes

By Sylvia Endacott

Churches are important part of town's past The places of worship date back to 1383 HOW many churches are there in Bognor Regis today? Less than there used to be you might think! When looking at many aspects of the town, I have always been intrigued by the fact that many of our buildings today have had associations with churches in the past. It is quite interesting how often there is a reference to a church or meeting place. So this week I thought we could just have a look at the variety of churches there have been here over the years. It will not be an in-depth look into each church, just an overview of the area. One of the first records is of a chapel existing in Bognor as early as January, 1383, when apparently ‘the living’ was presented to Richard Wildebergg. A further record was found in 1385. THese records are in an Arundel register which states ‘there are no architectural remains existing nor any tradition on a site, it is therefore conjectured that it has been swallowed up by the encroachment of the sea'. THe next record to be found is many years later, in 1841, which provides a reference to the Chapel of St Alban, which was built by Sir Richard Hotham.

However, there were earlier churches, such as St Mary Magdalene in South Bersted, which had its first vicar in 1254. It was not until 1405, however, that the present church was built and consecrated by the Bishop of Chichester. It was here that Sir Richard Hotham made the entry into the parish register regarding the ‘laying of the first foundation stone of this seaside resort'. Also it is in this church in 1779 that Sir Richard, the founder of Bognor, was buried. While this church has a long history, changes continue to be made, with a new window in 1986 and other internal changes have taken place. Near to the seafront there was a chapel in the Steyne, that of the first St John’s, which was built in 1821. However, it was sold to a trust by 1829. Its distinctive Gothic tower was added in 1833 complete with a clock. Strange as it may seem today, by 1876, the church was deemed to be too small and so it was closed. It was not until 1960 that the clock tower was finally demolished, taking away an important landmark in the town, one that had been used by the fishermen. Eventually, a larger church was built, St

The town's first St John's Church was deemed to be too small in 1876

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John’s in London Road, which was finally consecrated in 1886 by the Bishop of Chichester. THis church holds many a happy memory for Bognorians everywhere. It was closed and finally demolished in 1975 to remove an even more prominent landmark from the town. At North Bersted there is the Holy Cross Church, which from 1880 to 1890, used a cottage on the corner of Chalcraft Lane. However, the Bishop of Chichester in 1894 dedicated new premises on July 14. THe church spire was apparently removed in 1976 for safety reasons. Staying in North Bersted, there was a Congregational church in Newton Avenue, which was opened in 1936. However, 50 years later it ceased to be used by the Congregationalists and, in December, 1896, was taken over by Catholics of the Servite Priory. Coming into Aldwick, we find St Richard’s Church, which had its foundation stone, laid on April 3, 1933, in Gossamer Lane and was finally consecrated on May 12, 1934. It was not until 1971 the popular Mosse Memorial Hall was built next to the church. Another church that was quite recent was St Michael’s and All Angels Church on the West Meads estate, the foundation stone being laid in 1968. THis church has since been demolished. Travelling further into the town we next come across the parish church of St Wilfrid, situated in Ellsadale Road, off Victoria Drive. Here, there was once a tin chapel, large enough for 200 people, which was dedicated in 1896. It was in 1908 the foundation stone was laid for today’s church. As late as 1972 money was still available from the closure of St John’s Church in London Road. In the town centre there have been many premises, including, of course, the church in Clarence Road, Our Lady of Sorrow, which had its foundation stone laid on October 26, 1881, to replace a small premises in Argyle

Circus. Finally, in 1994, the Servite Order handed the church over to the priests from the Diocese of Arundel. Also in the vicinity of Argyle Circus there was a meeting house for Jehovah Witnesses and in the 1926 Kelly’s street directory we find the Plymouth Brethren had their meeting room in Argyll Hall, Argyll Road. In Sudley Road, we have the United National Spiritualist Church, which had its foundation stone laid on November 2, 1956, and, interestingly, was also at one time operating from premises in the vicinity of Argyle Circus. For a number of years, the United Reformed Church was at the bottom of London Road, but eventually moved to new premises in Linden Road. THis has since closed and been converted into Jeneses - a community centre, which still has religious connections. We should not, of course, forget the Salvation Army, currently situated at the junction of Canada Grove and Crescent Road. THis is where Bognor Regis Local History Society meets for its monthly meetings. However, this site was originally the home of the Baptists, before they moved into Victoria Drive, where they are still situated. In days gone by, to find a church, it would have been word of mouth, or you could have looked into the pages of Kelly’s street directories. In 1887, we would have found St John the Baptist, Our Lady of Seven Dolours, Congregational, Primitive Methodists and Wesleyan Methodist. In 2020, how do you find a church? Well it is possible to look in various directories to find a list of places of worship or religious organisations, where you will also find the Religious Society of Friends in Victoria Road and the Aldwick Free Church in addition to those already mentioned. THe internet also proves to be a good source in which to locate churches or a religion and also many have their own websites, which contain histories of their existence in the town.

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Chichester are prepared for a full-on finish MILES RUTHERFORD admits Chichester City are resigned to a full-on finish to the season after the spate of postponements. Last Saturday’s eagerly anticipated clash with leaders Hastings United at Oaklands Park was postponed the day before as Storm Dennis ravaged the country. The cancellation meant there were no wasted journeys for the players, officials or supporters. That was not the case on Tuesday night when Chi’s game at BetVictor South East play-off chasing Whitehawk was called off minutes before the scheduled kick-off after consultation with the managers and officials. Chi had even published their

team at that point. It now leaves Chi with 17 games to cram in before now and the end of the regular campaign in April. Boss Rutherford told The Post: “I wasn’t there on Tuesday but I believe it was the right decision. “Now we shall see what happens on Saturday when Hythe come to us but every game is the same at the moment with this weather. “We are going to have a lot of games at the end of the season. “We know we are going to end up playing three games a week at the end, which isn’t ideal. “Maybe they should play more midweek games at the beginning of the season when the weather is

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good, or at least better.” Chi were always playing catchup after their FA Cup run into the second round but Rutherford does not believe that is the main problem. He said: “That was only a few games in truth so they need to play as many games as they can earlier in the season before Christmas in my opinion. “I’d like to see more midweek games then and that way you will

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not have that pile-up at the end.” Chi's inactivity has had some positives - but also negatives. Rutherford said: "Where we haven't played, we are getting some players back. "But Josh Clack is serving a three-match suspension and that just seems to keep going. "Also, Gicu Iordache has gone back to Romania for a few weeks, so we are missing him." Iordache has been a consistent performer for Chi. Rutherford said: "He was playing for Loxwood a few years ago but he wanted to give it a go and he has been good for us." Tomorrow's opponents Hythe are a place and a point above Chi in seventh having played four more matches. The fixtures with Haywards Heath Town and Hastings United have been re-arranged. Chi have not played since their trip to Guernsey with wet weather aborting a midweek trip to Hanbury and then Hastings’ visit to Oaklands Park on Saturday. The previously postponed home meeting with Heath will now take place on Tuesday, March 10, with the return meeting rescheduled for the following Tuesday (17/3).

Hythe Town (H) Tomorrow (Saturday February 22), at 3pm

Selsey hope for home action SELSEY will hope to return to action tomorrow when Bexhill United visit in Southern Combination League division one (3pm KO). Daren Pearce's side were left frustrated last weekend when their match at Mile Oak was postponed after a second pitch inspection having already made the trip. The midweek visit to Arundel also fell victim to the weather. Jack Shonk struck twice as Bexhill drew 2-2 with Wick in midweek. The Pirates are fifth in the table. Selsey remain just below mid-table. Bosham play host to Rustington tomorrow in division two. Storm Dennis put paid to their game at Upper Beeding last Saturday in the league. Rustington are sixth in the table while Bosham are fourth from bottom, although seven points clear of Rottingdean Village their nearest rivals. Holders Chichester City Ladies were due to play Crawley Wasps last night in the Sussex Women's Challenge Cup at Lancing FC. Chi recently moved to Selsey's home from Oaklands Park.

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Mud, guts 'n' Pagham glory KERRY HARDWELL saluted mud, guts and glory as Pagham beat Peacehaven 1-0 to climb further away from trouble. A twice-taken penalty by Lukas Franzen-Jones saw the Lions dig out victory on an oldfashioned mud-bath of a pitch against a strong Peacehaven side. In the only game played on grass in West Sussex, Pagham skidded, slipped and battled to victory to climb up to 15th in the Southern Combination League premier division. Boss Hardwell said: “Back to back home wins in the last week, with two clean sheets to go with it, is a great week’s work for the club, especially as we stopped Peacehaven scoring for their first time this season. “It wasn’t a day for great football to be played with the conditions, it was a day to just battle as hard as we can. “One thing we have with this squad is lads who want to work as hard as possible and they got their rewards with three massive points for the club. “The back four were immense with Jordan Matthews making some good saves also. “That’s now four wins from the last five games, which has helped us massively, but we must keep building from now until the end of the season.” The game was only given the go-ahead after several pitch inspections. Only the most optimistic of the huge crowd believed the match would actually finish but although conditions deteriorated throughout the game, at no time was there any lying water on the pitch and it was good old-fashioned fun in the mud.

The crowd was swelled by the hundreds who turned out to celebrate the life of Pagham’s most successful ever manager Dave Kew, who had recently passed away. As expected, the first half did not display too much in the way of quality football, with the players struggling to adapt to the treacherous conditions, but it was highlighted by some excellent saves by both goalkeepers. Pagham’s Matthews made one absolutely superb save, while there were two from Alieu Secka in the Tye goal, one equal to Matthews from Lukas Franzen-Jones. The second half started much livelier than the first, Matthews making a couple of great saves. The defining moment of the game came in the 70th minute when the Lions were awarded a penalty, after a foul on Joe Clarke following excellent work by the hardworking Callum Chalmers. Although Secka saved the first attempt by Franzen-Jones, it was ordered to be re-taken as Secka had come well off his line and Franzen-Jones did not waste the second chance. The Lions held on for the last 20 minutes as Peacehaven threw everything at them. They survived, helped by a goal-saving tackle by Conor Geoghegan. In the end only another great save by Secka kept the score at 1-0 after Jake Heryet had his low, hard shot pushed around a post. The win was testament to the club’s hard working groundstaff and sensible officials. Pagham are at Eastbourne United tomorrow (3pm KO).

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Sportinbrief  Rugby ALTHOUGH Storm Dennis prevented any rugby at Bognor RFC at the weekend it was not all doom and gloom. Lewis Decarteret and Andrew Fadera, members of Bognor RFC Colts Academy, were in Stourbridge starring for England Rugby London and South East Division in their 31-7 win against the South West of England. The players were selected for the squad following successful games playing for Sussex under-18s. They are now only one step away from the England team. This was the first of a series of matches which will see the players face the Midlands and North. Fadera is in his last year at Hurstpierpoint College and was previously with Harlequins' junior setup until an ankle injury saw him leave the programme. These games serve as trials for the England Under-18 team. The Academy wish the lads luck and will have to play without them next Sunday as the Greens host Pulborough and the Purples travel to Crawley.

 Darts FRIARY Z's Nick Wyatt starred in week 12 of the Friday Benevolent Darts League as he helped set up a win for his side against Lamb Shankers. Results: DIVISION ONE - Friary 'Z' 15 Lamb Shankers 7; Little Legends 9 Newtown Amity 11; Lamb Nomads 8 Legends 15; Hunston Hares - bye. MOTM: Nick Wyatt (Friary 'Z') 17 & 17 darts [26.60 av] 2nd leg 40 left in 21 darts; Ricky Clark (Newtown Amity) 18 & 22 darts [25.05 av]; Gary Blackwood (Legends) 20 & 23 darts [23.30 av]. DIVISION TWO - Royal Oak 18 Lamb Chops 2; Chi Snooker Club 'A' 9 Pagham CC 'B' 13; Lamb - Aldingbourne Mavericks - Forfeit by Lamb; Friary 'D' - bye. MOTM: Keith Robinson (Chi Snooker Club 'A') 17 & 24 darts [24.44 av]; Dave Wingate (Royal Oak) 21 & 27 darts [18.92 av] 2nd leg 84 left in 27 darts. DIVISION THREE - Richmond Rebels 8 Railway Sleepers 12; Newtown Clubbers 9 Richmond Resurrected 12; Old Barn 5 Chi Snooker Club 'B' 15; ASC 7 Friary 'C' 15. MOTM: Gary English (Cabin) 21 & 24 darts [22.27 av]; Richard Pennells (Richmond Resurrected)[17.58 av]; Mark H Todd (Railway Sleepers) 24 & 27 darts [19.65 av]; Tim McCarthy (Friary 'C') 27 & 30 darts [17.40 av].

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Phoebe's gold rush is put on hold BOGNOR ABC boxer Phoebe GriffithsJohnson's hopes of winning a national title have been put on hold. Griffiths-Johnson eased into the semifinals of the England Boxing National Youth Championships at Coventry but the tournament was halted after serious crowd trouble at the venue. England Boxing is looking at options, including rescheduling, the championships - which could open the door for GriffithsJohnson to continue her bid to win the title. Griffiths-Johnson beat East Midlands representative Leah Gunton (Guntons Community) in her quarter-final at the The Sports Connexion, Coventry in her 48kg to 51kg class. She was scheduled to meet Spennymoor's Carmel Carey (Tyne Tees) in her semi-final before the premature end. If she had got through to the finals, GriffithsJohnson would have been up against either Holly Heffron (Heart of Portsmouth) or Courtney Cox (Headland), who are both England boxers. Griffiths-Johnson said she felt confident and hungry after her unanimous points quarter-

final victory. She said: "I felt like I boxed really well. I felt relaxed and I enjoyed myself. "To win a national title would mean everything. "I can already see the belt on my wall! I want to be a two-time national champion." And her performance drew praise from former world champion Duke McKenzie. Coach Alan Wise said: "We got a lot of good feedback from coaches and also from Duke McKenzie, who made some lovely comments." Wise added: "She has been training really well, she has been on weight and the strategy has been to stay relaxed. "We wanted to box smart and always be the one to finish the exchanges and get the last shot off. She did everything we asked of her from start to finish. "She is the type of girl who needs to relax. If you try to make her too technically correct, it can fall apart and she needs to out her own stamp on it. "The reason why I wanted her in the finals is because then she would be chosen for the Tri Nations to represent England."

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Chichester battle so hard not to get blown away as Cobham claim win CHICHESTER lost 29-18 at in-form Cobham in London One South on their 4G pitch. Chichester made nine changes to the team that beat HAC by a single point, in a low scoring game, last time out. Pete Farrow, Joe Woods and Charlie Wallace came into the pack, Harry Seaman, Tom Knight and Tim Cook returned in the backs while Richard Ives, Jack Knight and Kyle Armstrong were on the bench. In persistent rain, and with a gusting wind blowing down the pitch, Cobham kicked off with the breeze behind them. It was Chichester who were first on the scoreboard, with a Tom Blewitt penalty from 30 metres after a Cobham infringement. Blues doubled the score on 12 minutes with a second Blewitt penalty. Despite playing into the wind, Chichester enjoyed the lion’s share of possession and a quarter-of-an-hour had gone before the home side crossed the half way line with the ball. On 18 minutes it was Blues’ turn to infringe and, with wind assistance, Cobham closed the gap to 6-3 with a penalty. A Cobham infringement allowed

Blues to kick for touch in the corner and from the lineout on the five-metre line the forwards inched the ball forward with a series of pick and goes. Gareth Davies deftly chipped a ball over the defence but it was a Cobham hand that applied the downward pressure in the ensuing scramble for a 22-metre dropout. On the half-hour mark, the home side levelled the scores with their second penalty kick. And three minutes later a well-timed pass on halfway split the Chi defence and Cobham were through for a converted try to go 13-6 ahead. With a couple of minutes left in the first half the referee produced a yellow card and Blues were down to 14 men. Cobham increased their lead by three more points with a successful penalty. In the dying moments, Chichester moved the ball out wide through Seaman, Wallace, Farrow and Nick Blount but Davies was forced into touch just short from Blount’s long pass as Chi trailed 16-6 at the break. The small contingent of Blues fans were pleased with the firsthalf performance, which had seen Chichester dominate for significant periods in challenging conditions.

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Despite being a man short, Chichester repelled all opposition advances, at the start of the second half. And 11 minutes into the second half the referee produced the yellow card again, this time reducing Cobham to 14 players. With the numerical advantage Blues advanced into the opposition red zone and won a penalty which was kicked to the corner. From the lineout Chichester’s pack moved the ball forward with a series of pick and goes but it was Rhys Thompson who darted over the line to touch down. The referee disallowed the try and took play back for an earlier infringement. Blues opted for the five-metre scrum and drove Cobham back over the try line, allowing Baz Magda to dot down. The conversion was missed but the gap had been closed to 16-11 with 61 minutes gone. Cobham increased their lead to 19-11 with a penalty four minutes later and started to stamp their authority on the game. Their wingers and full-back were up quickly, seemingly winning every lofted ball, while the fly half screwed low balls in to touch keeping Blues penned in their own half. With less than

ten minutes left Cobham increased their lead to 22-11 but Chichester were not ready to concede defeat. Blues pressure resulted in another penalty, kicked to a corner for a lineout. Blount secured the ball and the pack drove for the line before being stopped illegally. The referee signalled a penalty try and produced a yellow card, reducing the opposition to 14 players for the second time in the match. With the score poised at 22-18, Chi had hopes of snatching a win in the final three minutes. But from the restart Chi conceded a penalty eight metres from their try line and were caught out by a quick tap by the scrum half who dotted down. An excellent conversion from out wide into the wind seal their 29-18 win. Man of the match was Materati Waqanisau. Chichester’s next match is tomorrow when they welcome Medway to Oaklands Park (2.30pm KO). Chichester squad: Deavall, Farrow, Woods, Magda, Blount, Wallace (capt.) Makasi, Waqanisau, Seaman, Davies, T. Knight, Thompson, Blewitt, Rowland, Cook, Ives, J. Knight and Armstrong.

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ROBBIE BLAKE took the positives from holders Bognor's 7-2 Sussex Senior Cup defeat to a strong Brighton and Hove Albion side. The Seagulls raced into a 4-0 lead by half-time at Nyewood Lane and Rocks' cause was not helped when returning skipper Harvey Whyte was sent off after 54 minutes. Although a Brighton side went on to add three more goals, the Rocks never gave up and an improved second-half performance saw Josh Flint and Bradley Lethbridge score before the visitors added a seventh. Coach Blake was keen to put the performance - and result - in perspective against a side featuring a number of players who featured in the Carabao Cup for Brighton against Aston Villa earlier in the season, including Peter Gwargis, Haydon Roberts, Warren Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Hora and Teddy Jenks. Albion led 2-0 early on after Lorent Tolaj got the first goal of his hat-trick after four minutes and then Jardan Davies made it 2-0 on 12 minutes. It was 3-0 in the 24th minute when Alex Cochraneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s cross hit a defender and looped over the helpless Amadou Tangara. And Gwargis headed in the fourth in the 29th minute. Whyte

saw red on 54 minutes and five minutes later Tolaj drilled in a fifth. Keaton Wood hit the bar for Rocks while sub Tresor Shema hit a post as Rocks pressed. But sub Romaric Yapi added the sixth on 74 minutes before Flint and Lethbridge, with a powerful effort, replied on 76 and 81 minutes respectively. Tolaj completed his hat-trick with the late seventh. Blake said: "We have to give great credit to Brighton, and we can take a little bit of credit because they played a really strong team. "I believe five or six of their players played against Aston Villa in the cup. "With the first five chances they had, they scored four goals. No disrespect to the teams we play week in, week out, but for teams to score four goals against us it normally takes 15 chances." He added: "It's disappointing gto et beat 7-2, nobody wants to get beat, but the positives are we kept going and scored a couple of goals at the end and got better as the game went on. "Credit to Brighton though, they had real quality, especially in the final third." Rocks head to Haringey Borough tomorrow in the league as they chase a play-off spot.

Haringey Borough (A) Tomorrow (Saturday February 22), at 3pm

Hat-trick of signings at Rocks JACK PEARCE and Robbie Blake have been on a signing spree to bolster Bognor's depleted squad. Manager Pearce told The Post last week that the Rocks were struggling to cope with injuries to key players including commanding centre-half Joe Cook and midfielders Jake Flannigan and Doug Tuck. Pearce claimed "it was not easy" to add to the squad at this time of the season but he and coach Blake have done just that in the past week. The first player to arrive ahead of last Saturday's postponed home game against Bishop's Stortford was Tom Dinsmore from Premier League Bournemouth. The 19-year-old is a midfielder with an eye for goal who has been in the Cherries' under-23 side featuring in their league programme. Jerry Puemo became the second signing of the week for Rocks after the central defender switched from BetVictor Premier Division counterparts Kingstonian. Puemo moved to Kingstonian last summer from Farnborough. His previous clubs include West Brom as a youth as well as Scunthorpe and the Aldershot. And Bognor made it a hat-trick of additions on Tuesday this week when they completed the signing of winger Tresor Shema. Shema, 23, has been granted international clearance after a career spent previously in

the Netherlands and Belgium. Although born in Rwanda, Shema is Dutch and came through the youth set up of Third Division side SV Blauw Geel to play first team football. He was with KM Torhout in the Belgian third tier last season. Dinsmore and Puemo both made their debuts against Brighton while Shema came

off the bench. Injured duo Joe Cook and Jake Flannigan may return in time for next Saturday's game with Bowers & Pitsea. Bognor's new date for the BetVictor League home game against Bishop's Stortford will be Tuesday, March 24 (KO. 7.45pm). Rocks will be away to Horsham on Tuesday, March 10.

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by Harvey Whyte

MY SENDING off against Brighton was completely inexcusable. I was completely stupid and I cannot make any defence for my actions. It was stupid and silly and I just got angry and there are no excuses. It is disgraceful in fact and, as I say, I cannot defend it and I am so angry with myself. Yes, I was frustrated with the way the game was going and the scoreline but even that is not a reason I can use. It was just daft really. The game was dead and it was disgraceful. The annoying thing was probably there was a lot of energy pent up in me as I had not played for about three weeks. I have been suspended as everyone knows and then there have been the postponed matches. Again, that's not an excuse, but it is one of those things and it does happen like this sometimes. I can't believe I was so naive as it was a nothing incident. We had a free-kick and I was trying to get the ball back, and every time I went to get it the player moved it away. I stepped on his foot. The referee will say I stamped on it but it was more of a step, although I can't defend it. I don't know if this rolls on in the league but, hopefully, it does not. In all honesty, I have not spoken to Jack or anyone as I have been in such a bad mood. I am just so disappointed with myself and I have not spoken to Jack because I don't need telling from anyone how much of an idiot I am.

I am more frustrated with myself than anyone. Brighton were a quality side but I felt we played into their hands a lot, and that is why I was so angry. They played two number tens dropping deep, and did not play wingers, but the fullbacks were bombing on. They were able to flood the midfield but all we did was show them inside all the time. They kept passing and moving the ball inside and they looked a million dollars. With about five or ten minutes to go in the first half and then ten minutes after the break we started showing them down the line, and we actually looked all right. They were very good but we made them look even better than what they were. We could have stifled the way they played better but we didn't. Reaching the play-offs may come down to other people now because of my actions but I am still hopeful. We are still in reach of them if we can get a couple of results together. It is good we have added a couple of players and I think Jack will be looking to add a couple more. Tresor looked sharp when he came on against Brighton and I have seen some clips of him on YouTube and he looks like he could be a good addition. He needs to settle into how we play and us get to know him but he could be a good signing. I also thought a lot of the other boys did well against Brighton. I felt Josh Flint played well, as did Harry Kavanagh, which are positives going forward.

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