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City support is strong RESIDENTS of Chichester have shown their true colours in the face of struggle as they unite to help one another.

Despite the undeniable impact of the Coronavirus throughout the world, communities have been coming together to do their bit, and the people of Chichester are no different.

Whether it be food deliveries, dog walking or a general chat, numerous groups have formed to help out.

Of course, advice has also been on offer

from a number of bodies. Chichester District Council’s leader Eileen Lintill said: “For many of us, we are experiencing the most challenging and unprecedented times in living memory. I understand that people will be extremely worried about what is happening, but I want to reassure you that this situation is the top priority of all of our public services. We are all working closely together to make sure that we continue to deliver vital community services and support.

“Public Health England is leading the response and we are one of the many public services supporting them.

“I won’t deny that this is a rapidly changing situation, but we have plans in place to make sure that you continue to receive the vital services that we deliver.

Our staff have been working tirelessly behind the scenes to make sure that we are prepared.

“We know that things are going to be tough in the foreseeable future, not only

for those who are most vulnerable, but also local businesses.

“Please look out for each other, especially friends, family members and neighbours who are on their own. Equally though, please also ensure you and not putting yourself at risk of infection, or infecting someone else.”

Of course, while many people are doing what they can, Covid-19 has already made an impact on Chichester and its residents.

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MP Gillian Keegan says the community must pull together over the coming days, in light of the coronavirus.

In an article for the Chichester Post, the MP for Chichester writes about the impact of Covid-19 and what we need to know: “By now you will all be aware of the global impact of coronavirus, (Covid-19). This virus is changing our lives in a way not seen since the Second World War. The speed of change can be overwhelming, but we must also remember that the virus for most of us will be a fever and a persistent cough, something many of us get most years.

“Of course, the measures are largely in place to protect over 70s or people who have underlying health conditions, who in the coming days, will be asked to isolate yourselves for 12 weeks. This is a very long time, I know, so we as a community must do what we can to support people who have to keep largely at home.

“The government has now put in place social distancing for all of us to ensure we try to slow the spread of the virus; this means no group gatherings and where possible, working from home.

“Personally, with Parliament continuing to sit, this is not an option for me, although all of my parliamentary staff are working remotely. This is a big change for all of us and we need to come together at this time.

“It will also have a big impact on many local businesses, which is why the Chancellor has brought in a £350 billion lifeline to get businesses through what will be a challenging time. This includes £330 billion in loans and £20 billion in other aid, a business rates holiday, and grants for retailers and pubs.

“The Treasury will go further and are looking at further measures to protect jobs and those in rental accommodation.

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“More details on this will be released in the coming days, but I want to reassure everyone due to sit exams this summer, your hard work will be recognised and you will get the qualifications you deserve. I will publish any new guidance on my website as it comes out.

“My website has links to further pages, hotlines and a card you can fill in with your contact information to offer help to your neighbour, street or village.

“West Sussex County Council is setting up a volunteer hub, in partnership with Chichester District Council, to bring together communities to help vulnerable people. If you know of plans in your areas, please email volunteering@westsussex.gov.uk “I have been in touch with lots of the local organisations including councils, charities and healthcare providers – and of course, Marianne Griffiths, chief executive at St Richard’s Hospital. She has assured me that they are prepared to handle the outbreak.

"Marianne asks that if you have symptoms please do NOT go into the hospital.

“If you develop symptoms of a fever and/or a persistent cough you and your household need to self-isolate for 14 days. You do not need to call 111 unless your condition worsens.

“My thoughts and prayers are with you all through these extraordinary times, which we will, of course, pull through.”

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By Kelly Wickham kelly.wickham@sussexpost.co.uk A SPECIAL furry guest cut the ribbon to open a new garden shop on Saturday.

Eddie Teddy from bear About Town, a bear who professes to have green paws and a passionate interest in horticulture, officially opened Russells Garden Centre's new gardening shop at the weekend.

Owner of Russells in Birdham, Lesley Phillips said: "Previously we had gardening items spread out across the store. My team has worked really hard to bring it all together in one huge new space, incorporating everything you

might need for the garden and separating practical gardening products from our home and lifestyle displays.

"Everything is now much easier to find, and with more space we are able to offer a bigger range, adding a wonderful wellie shop and dedicated children's gardening area.

"We are confident that it will meet with our customers' approval.

"We enjoyed the official opening of the new shop and are very pleased that Eddie Teddy agreed to come and officiate."

Russell's Garden Centre is an independent family-run lifestyle store and garden centre in Birdham, near Chichester.

The store, which was established 74 years ago, has grown so much since the current owners took up the reins in 1996.

The team say charity and community are key watchwords for them and they regularly help good causes and organisations, in particular The Sussex Snowdrop Trust.

Eddie Teddy said: "I have always loved pottering in the garden so I was delighted to be asked to do the honours and launch the new Garden Shop at Russells.

"I do tend to over indulge - picnics and constant honey guzzling takes its toll on a furry waist - so as well as being a lovely hobby gardening is also terrific exercise."

Chichester’s MP welcomes extra support for homeless COMMUNITIES secretary Robert Jenrick has announced £3.2 million in emergency funding to help rough sleepers to self-isolate to prevent the spread of coronavirus (COVID-19).

The government has pledged to end rough sleeping with a £643 million funding package. These measures have been brought in to protect the most vulnerable during this extraordinary time.

Communities secretary Robert Jenrick said: “Public safety and protecting the most vulnerable people in society from coronavirus is this government’s top priority.

“We are working closely with councils and charities to ensure they have the support they need throughout this period.”

Chichester MP Gillian Keegan said: “I am very pleased the government is ensuring councils have the extra funding they need to protect the most

vulnerable in our society. We need to do what we can to help support everyone, especially people sleeping rough who are already at risk.

“My office is working closely with all the local authorities and is on hand to support them in any way we can. I have contacted Stonepillow, our local homeless charity, and food banks in

Midhurst and Chichester to see what further support I can offer.

“I know from visiting our local charities and food banks just how much people do to help each other.

I am hearing of incredible stories of community spirit across the Chichester district, which is something we will need more of in the coming weeks.”

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WORK has started on building a new multi-million care home in Chichester.

When complete, the new Care UK site, in Grosvenor Road, will provide full-time residential, nursing and specialist dementia care for up to 75 older people, and will create 45 jobs.

Natalie Smith, development project manager for Care UK, said: “We are delighted that work has commenced at the new Chichester site, not least because this impressive development reflects our commitment to improving the provision of residential care in the city.

"At Care UK, we take great pride in the build quality, layout and design of each individual home, as these factors can greatly impact the everyday experiences of those living in a care environment.

“Our new care home will live up to these standards, and will provide a quality home for older people from Chichester and beyond.”

The two-storey home, which is expected to welcome the first residents in October, 2021, will include facilities such as a cinema, café and hair salon.

Secure and wheelchair-friendly landscaped outdoor space will include sensory gardens, water features

and seating to give residents the opportunity to spend quality time outdoors.

Luke Harris, senior project manager at developer Frontier Estates, said: “Construction is off to a great start and we are on track to complete the scheme by autumn 2021.

"As a developer of best in class care homes, we’re thrilled to be working with Care UK on this much needed, high quality development for the people of Chichester and the surrounding area. We’re already looking forward to reaching our next milestone in the coming months.”

Designed to enable residents to live active and fulfilled lives, while also promoting independence, the new Care UK home will incorporate space for hobby and leisure activities.

The layout of the building will be configured into a series of individual suites, each having a dedicated lounge/dining room to help facilitate the creation of close-knit communities.

Pictured above from left: Robert Palmer (Mayfair Capital Investment Management), site manager Dave Haigh, Care UK project manager Natalie Smith and Luke Harris, from developers Frontier Estates.

Fresh air and flowers for all WEST Dean Gardens are doing all they can to keep the people of Chichester happy and healthy over the coming months.

Recognising its role in the health and wellbeing of the local area, particularly in these challenging times, they have decided to open their gardens up for free until at least April 20.

Chief executive, Alexander Barron, said: “In these unprecedented times, and to help slow the threat of Coronavirus, we have taken the decision to close the Gardens Shop, Restaurant and Gardeners Cottage, until at least April 20.

“However, the gardens will remain open and we welcome visitors to come for a walk; view the glasshouses and the colourful hyacinth display; see the newly planted foxgloves or walk to the arboretum. To make the most of the outdoors, perhaps bring a flask and a snack or bring a sketchbook and use the gardens as inspiration!

“We will continue to operate West Dean Stores for as long as possible during this period and, though the café service at the Stores will stop until at least 20 Th April, we will introduce a delivery service to support our tenants and neighbours.

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` Services halted THE Dean of Chichester has said that following Church of England guidance, the cathedral will no longer be holding their scheduled daily services until further notice.

However, the doors will remain open daily for private prayer.

The Very Reverend Stephen Waine, said: “Our role to serve the community extends beyond the cathedral itself in the practical support we will offer to our existing partners, in particular the Chichester District Food Bank which is in real need of donations for those who rely on its services – one of its donation points is located in the cathedral. We are holding those who have contracted the virus, those in isolation and those who are anxious, in our prayers.”

` Summer tip times NEW summer opening hours will be put in place at the Westhampnett waste recycling site next month.

From April 1, the site in Coach Road will be open from 9am-6pm seven days a week.

` New postmaster A NEW post master has taken over Hunston Post Office. Linda Rex, who had been postmaster at the post office in Hunston for more than 20 years, has retired.

The branch was temporarily closed in February and re-opened on Monday at 9am. Keyna Patel and Alpesh Patel have now taken over the post office and shop after refurbishing it.

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Moonlight walk postponed A POPULAR event has been postponed in light of coronavirus.

After much consideration, St Wilfrid’s Hospice has decided to postpone the Moonlight Walk 2020 in light of the impact of the COVID-19 outbreak.

The annual event will now be scheduled to take place on September 5.

Director of fundraising, Lauren Kemp, said: “We have decided the responsible decision is to postpone the Moonlight Walk.

"We want to postpone it to a time when we can be more confident of ensuring this special remembrance event takes place when as many of our supporters and volunteers are able to take part as possible.

“We know that people are looking forward to this event so that is why we are making the decision now so we can minimise any inconvenience caused.

“We hope you understand the reasoning behind this postponement and hope our supporters will be able to join us at Westgate Leisure Centre on our new date of September 5.”

Alison Moorey, St Wilfrid’s Hospice chief executive, said: “St Wilfrid’s Hospice is monitoring very closely the situation concerning the Covid-19 virus. We are in

close contact with Public Health England and the NHS. “The public can rest assured the safety of our patients, their loved ones and our own staff and volunteers remains our highest priority.”

On Tuesday, St Wilfrid’s decided to continue essential clinical services but will be temporarily ceasing non-essential services, which includes the Living Well Centre, bereavement groups, external face to face meetings and Hospice tours.

A spokesman for the hospice said: “St Wilfrid’s Hospice requests that only immediate family or loved ones visit the inpatient unit, and to do so without pets.

“As per government guidance, if you have a new, continuous cough or high temperature, please refrain from visiting entirely.

“Whilst St Wilfrid's are grateful for the support of our local community, we politely request that all non-essential visitors refrain from visiting the hospice at this time.”

Updates will be posted regularly on: stwh.co.uk. For more information, you can get in touch with their fundraising team: 01243 755827 or email: fundraising@stwh. co.uk.

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Hundreds turn out for launch of second city drama academy OVER 100 children accompanied by family and friends turned up to the launch of The Pauline Quirke Academy of Performing Arts in Chichester earlier this month.

Due to demand, a brand new second academy has been opened on Saturday afternoons.

The children were split into age groups and got to sample classes in comedy and drama, musical theatre and film and television, while the parents had the opportunity to take a peek at their children in action during classes.

Katy Eyre, principal of the Chichester academy, said: "I couldn’t be more thrilled with the turnout on Saturday, I am so proud of my teaching team and it was simply joyous to walk around the academy and see children engaging with arts."

The academy is enrolling for new classes being run on Saturdays, from 9.45am-1pm and 1.45pm-5pm.

The academy is held at the Chichester Free School. For more information or to book a free taster session call 07305 566778 or visit: pqacademy.com/academies/chichester/

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Good rating calls for celebration PUPILS and teachers at a primary school in Chichester are celebrating after receiving a ‘Good’ rating by Ofsted.

Kingsham Primary School, in Hay Road, was given the judgment in every category by inspectors and also received the backing of parents and guardians – 90 per cent of whom stated they would recommend it to others.

Ofsted noted that Kingsham, which is part of the University of Chichester Academy Trust, has been well supported and made significant advances since its last inspection in 2017, which had concluded that they required improvement.

They also highlighted the quality of education provided by teachers and leaders, who provide a ‘broad and interesting curriculum’, and praised the reception classes where the ‘children get off to a great start’.

Headteacher Hilary Faulkner, who has led the school for the last four years, said she was extremely proud of children and the staff, and thanked parents for their support.

She added: “This report not only shows that we are a successful and effective school, it also gives recognition for the hard work undertaken by staff, pupils, and parents to transform Kingsham into the school it is today.

“We put our children at the very heart of everything we do – they feel safe, confident, and happy under the guidance of our staff, which has had a noticeable impact on their

progression.”

Ofsted highlighted the ‘clear vision’ of senior leaders to improve standards and commended its effect on pupils, noting that they are proud of their school, enjoy learning, and rise to staff’s expectations of them.

They also said that children enjoy reading, which was made a priority by the school after the last inspection, and it is having a ‘positive impact’ on all areas of learning.

Kingsham joined the University’s Academy Trust in 2014 where it is supported in its curriculum development and teaching by staff from the University.

Sue Samson, chief executive officer of the trust, said: “Kingsham is a wellloved school that sits at the heart of its community.

“It is rewarding that Ofsted have recognised the individuality of the school and commitment of the staff who have developed a highly supportive learning environment that leaves a lasting impression on the pupils. I am really proud of them all.”

One parent said the good result was thoroughly deserved. “The staff all work so incredibly hard to give these children the best experience in school,” she said. Another added: “We’ve always known the school was wonderful because we see it in our children and that is the only real test you need for a school.

"We are so pleased that Ofsted also now recognise every extra mile all of the staff go.”

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A number of events have already been cancelled, including Chichester's Farmers Market, and some have been delayed.

Chef Tom Kerridge announced on Tuesday the decision to reschedule this year’s Pub in the Park summer tour.

The revised schedule shows the Chichester event has been moved forward to August 14-16, though the venue is not yet decided.

The Novium Museum has also cancelled events until the end of next month.

A spokesman for the district council said: “Following the latest Government advice relating to the coronavirus outbreak, we have taken the decision to close The Novium Museum and Tourist Information Centre until further notice.

“All museum-led events planned until the end of April, 2020, have also been postponed, and we will be contacting ticket-holders of affected events directly.

The team is working on making more of the exhibitions and collections accessible online.

A spokesman for the Chichester Business Improvement District has also said they will be offering support and advice over the coming weeks. They said: “The situation is changing rapidly, and community efforts are very important.

“We will work hard to ensure that the unique and vibrant character of Chichester’s high street survives this current situation.

"There’s no doubt that there are challenges ahead, but we’ll work with you to provide support however we can.”

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City club celebrates revamp to provide an exciting future for its membership A MAJOR refurbishment has given a Chichester club an exciting future.

The trustees of Chichester Boys' Club raised thousands of pounds from a range of funders for the revamp. A spokesman said: "The boys' club has been serving the young people of the city, both boys and, latterly, girls too, since 1922.

"Whilst we remain loyal to our original aim of promoting the mental, physical and spiritual well-being of local youngsters, we now face an even more exciting future having just undergone a major rebuilding and refurbishment programme.

"With funding a major issue, the club has successfully sought grants and donations from a huge range of sources, not least the city and district councils and from many notable local charitable benefactors."

The club is located in Little London, just off East Street, and caters for nine to 18-year-olds. As part of its upgrade, eye-catching posters have been added to its frontage to advertise its facilities.

Given to the young people of Chichester by Basil Shippam and an ancestor of the Duke of Richmond and Gordon, the club has been run

by Chichester Rotary Club, which remains its staunchest supporter.

The club is organised as a self-supporting charity with trustees and a management committee. It employs fully-trained staff to replace the youth workers once provided by the county council.

A wide range of activities is offered. These vary from boxing to football, table tennis, pool and darts. Cooking is also popular, along with arts and crafts. Groups meet according to their age.

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Getting active with city's biggest sporting event PEOPLE in Chichester are being encouraged to get active by signing up to take part in one of the city’s biggest sporting events.

Registration is now open for the Natures Way Foods Chichester Triathlon weekend, which will take place on Saturday, July 18, and Sunday, July 19.

Event hosts, Everyone Active, are aiming to make 2020’s event the biggest one yet.

Last year, more than 900 participants aged eight to 85 took part in a variety of races across the two days.

The Natures Way Foods Chichester Triathlon has been running since 2007, and has evolved from a single race into a weekend-long festival of activity.

Young people aged eight to 16 can take part in a triathlon, aquathlon or aquabike on the Saturday, before adults get their turn to compete on the Sunday.

Those aged over 16 can get involved in the Olympic distance triathlon, consisting of a 600-metre pool swim, 42

kilometre bike ride, and a ten kilometre run or the sprint distance triathlon, consisting of a 400-metre pool swim, 33 kilometre bike ride, and a five kilometre run.

Both races can also be entered into as part of a team, with one person swimming, another cycling and the final member taking on the run leg.

Alternatively, people can opt to take part in an aquathlon (swim-run), aquabike (swim-bike), or duathlon (run-bike-run) race.

Stuart Mills, contract manager at Everyone Active, said: “The Natures Way Foods Chichester Triathlon weekend has races suitable for all ages and levels of experience, from the beginner to experienced competitor.

"Although they can be challenging, triathlons are also a lot of fun – which is really what this weekend is all about.”

For more information about these events, or to sign up to participate, visit: everyoneactive.com/chichestertriathlon/ or contact: triathlonseries@ everyoneactve.com

Volunteers roll up their sleeves MORE volunteers have signed up to help out with conservation in Chichester.

A spokesman for Chichester Conservation Volunteers said: "We have been delighted recently to have several students join us who are doing their Duke of Edinburgh Awards.

"Last Sunday, we had a brilliant day at Heyshott Down clearing scrub to allow more delicate flowers to flourish, such as cowslips, the leaves of which the rare Duke of Burgundy butterfly lays its eggs on.

"Most Sundays we carry out

conservation activities at a variety of sites and welcome new volunteers of any age."

There is no subscription or commitment to attend the group regularly and this is an opportunity to engage in practical climate action to protect and enhance threatened habitat and promote biodiversity.

For more information, visit their website: chichester conservationvolunteers.org.uk or phone Claire Wilton: 01243 788833/07952 054239.

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RENEWABLE energy is set to be switched on by Chichester councillors.

Initial backing to change their largest power contract to 100 per cent renewable electricity and gas has been given the go-ahead by Chichester District Council.

Leading council members agreed to invest in a renewable four-year energy contract for council buildings and operations.

The decision is subject to approval by all councillors.

This commitment follows a recommendation by the council's environment panel in line with its newly adopted climate emergency action panel.

Cllr Penny Plant, the council's cabinet member for environment and contract services, said everyone had to do their bit. "We all have a very important part

to play in helping to tackle climate change," she said.

"Switching our largest energy contract to 100 per cent renewable electricity and gas is one of the critical ways in which we, as an organisation, can reduce our carbon footprint.

"Carbon reduction is already a key focus in many areas of the council's work. Reducing carbon emissions is an urgent, but complicated, issue.

"However, we are confident that the implementation of our action plan target of ten per cent year on year until 2025 in the district will have a positive impact on our residents, workers and visitors."

Cabinet members also recommended that further investigations be carried out into evolving buying initiatives in the renewable energy section.

This move could enable smaller commercial users to purchase energy directly from renewable energy producers in the near future.

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Pop-up shop initiative comes to city

By Kelly Wickham kelly.wickham@sussexpost.co.uk THE city centre will welcome three new start-up businesses to the high street as part of Chichester District Council’s exciting Pop-up Shop initiative.

The scheme, which has been launched to help support small and start-up businesses in the Chichester area, was launched in January.

By making use of vacant shops owned by the council, the initiative offers affordable temporary premises for smaller enterprises.

This gives local entrepreneurs the opportunity to trial business concepts and trade in a high street location without the commitment or cost of a longer-term lease.

This month, two premises in Crane Street, Chichester, will be the first to open for business as part of the scheme.

Co Co Baby will open its doors for the first time month and owner Rebecca Hilsdon is excited at the prospect.

"The pop-up shop scheme is a major opportunity for us and one that we didn’t want to miss out on," she said.

"So far, we have been trading successfully online, but our goal is to have a permanent shop in Chichester.

"At this early stage, the commitment of a long-term shop lease wasn’t a realistic option for us, which is why the Pop-up Shop initiative has been so perfect for us. It means we can display our goods and services, and trial the advantages of having a shop base."

Also joining the scheme this month is the Apuldram Centre, which will be using a second premises in Crane Street to sell artwork and handmade crafts created by adults with learning disabilities.

Rachel Aslet-Clark, from the centre, said: "This scheme will give us a base in the centre of the city to promote the talents and abilities of the local people we support.

"It will also provide work experience opportunities in a real retail setting, as our Pop-up shop will also feature a small studio area where our artists can work and engage with shoppers and browsers."

The third business to trade as part of the Pop-up shop

initiative, is Greenie’s Clothes Store, run by University of Chichester student Jennifer Wheeley, which will open next month.

"For the past three years, I have been running a successful online clothing business," she said.

"I have recently started hosting clothing events, selling clothes by weight, and this has been very popular with students, so I am excited to share it with more people.

"I am now looking at ways to expand my business and feel that a shop would be an excellent opportunity. The pop

to supporting our high streets and local businesses, and to do this, we need to consider a variety of things, including changing customer needs and expectations as well as the barriers that smaller businesses face when trying to find affordable retail space in a prime location. Pop-up shops are becoming a very popular and effective way of meeting these needs."

People can find out more about the council’s initiative and the work of its economic development team at: chichester.gov.uk/ businesssupportandadvice

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up shop initiative is a great chance to experiment with the idea of stores and clothing events without the cost of a long- term commitment.

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It's a new chapter for city's charity bookshop with first birthday party

By Kelly Wickham kelly.wickham@sussexpost.co.uk A CHARITY shop in the city centre which sell books and vinyl records is celebrating its first birthday.

The Oxfam bookshop in East Street celebrated a year in business on Saturday with staff and volunteers greeting customers with balloons and stickers.

Shop manager John Smith said he was humbled to reach the first year on such a high and was overwhelmed with the support.

Speaking to the Chichester Post, he said: "I think the enthusiasm our staff feel for books can be felt by customers they continually comment on how well laid out and organised we are, which makes my heart swell each time.

"I think in the current environment, where recycling is finally being taken more seriously, people are keen to bring their books, CDs and records to a place that they'll be appreciated.

"Likewise, the public are keen to buy second-hand. Here, they know that the money they spend will be used for the benefit of the world we live in."

Oxfam describes itself as 'a global movement of millions of people who share the belief that, in a world rich in resources, poverty isn't inevitable'.

They work with communities and partners towards a world without poverty.

John said it was satisfying knowing the money the shop raised each day could make a difference to lives around the

world.

He said: "Fundamentally, this comes down to the donations we so kindly receive every day. Turning the support of locals into a charitable donation really makes you feel like a cog in the community.

"Having visited Oxfam House in Oxford recently, I can't stress enough how dedicated the people who work behind the scenes are and how passionately they talk of ending world poverty, social equality, and environmental awareness.

"You can wholeheartedly feel that every penny we receive is leading to radical world improvements when you see these people in action.

"Last year, we provided numerous lifesaver cubes - miniature pump systems that can filter viral and bacterial impurities out of contaminated water to families in third-world countries. It's amazing thinking of us as a cog in a great machine that can create things like that."

As manager, John said he understood the struggles faced by high street businesses, particularly in Chichester, at the moment.

He said that as brands competed for price and convenience on the internet, it had become harder to keep shops open when rent and rates were high, while footfall diminished.

"The only way shops can combat this is to deliver a personable experience that draws customers back time and time again," he said.

"We need to offer the best service we can, and stock items that the public don't

know they want until they see it.

"Customer service and the browsing experience are the two fundamental ways of keeping businesses alive on the high street that are within our control."

John believed the success of the shop came down to the 'ever-changing selection of old oddities at the front', where you might find a well-loved biography of Charlotte Bronte next to an 19th-century tome on Warwickshire.

He said: "This really does take the old maxim 'you'll never know what you'll see next' to new heights.

"We always try to keep as specialist a selection as possible in the non-fiction departments, with a mix of vintage and current fiction. In short, we cater to all literary tastes."

The birthday event on Saturday was a huge success.

"The number of volunteers who came in to celebrate with us showed how much of a family the Oxfam bookshop has become, and the number of customers who came to congratulate us made us appreciate how much Chichester feels like our home," said John.

"It was a day of celebration, filled with joy and merriment."

The shop continue to ask the public to bring in books, CDs, records, DVDs, and pictures, and gift aid donations if possible so they can raise an extra 25 per cent.

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f John and his volunteers celebrated a year in business on Saturday

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LETTERS to the editor

Readers' letters are welcomed by the Chichester Post.

They should be limited to less than 300 words and be submitted by 5pm on Monday to be considered for publication in that week's edition. We reserve the right to edit letters before they are published.

They should be emailed to: news@sussexpost.co.uk, posted to: Post Newspapers Ltd, 63 London Road, Bognor Regis, PO21 1DF or handed in to our office at this address.

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Tackling isolation one card at a time A POSTCARD initiative hopes to tackle social isolation and loneliness.

Marriott House and Lodge have been helping to do their bit for such issues for some time now through their Postcards of Kindness initiative.

A spokesman from the care home, which was awarded a Good rating by the Care Quality Commission at the end of last year, said: “Social isolation will only increase due to the ever-developing Corona virus outbreak.

“We, the residents and staff of Marriott House and Lodge Care Home, would like to help prevent this in any way they can, so we are looking for pen pals of all ages!

“The aim is to help individuals in the home and local community to feel connected during this difficult time.

“We are looking for pen pals of all ages. It is amazing how a simple letter, short story, poem or even a photo or drawing can brighten someone’s day.

"The residents of Marriott House and Lodge will then reply as part of our busy social activity sessions.”

Writers are asked to send their pieces either in the post to: Marriott House and Lodge Pen Pal Initiative, Tollhouse Close, Chichester, PO19 1SG or you can email activitiesmarriotthouse@gmail.com or marriott@barchester.com

The recent sham consultation into closing small West Sussex schools raises huge concerns about the workings of our county council.

Both Clapham and Patching and Rumboldswhyke schools had been offered rescue packages from Worthing High School and Bishop Luffa Academy respectively.

But officers and cabinet members wouldn’t listen or halt the consultation process to give the schools time to work with their new partner schools.

In the case of Rumboldswhyke, not one but two Freedom of Information requests have revealed emails from last year (dated April 29 and June 14) both stating in black and white the county had decided to close the school months before the “consultations” which came later.

Scrutiny select committee recommendations in favour of the small schools were brushed aside by a non-listening cabinet.

In the light of the coronavirus outbreak to keep communities strong and vibrant we need local schools.

To keep my community in Whyke resilient, we don’t need a two or three-form entry primary school in Tangmere. We are fighting for Rumboldswhyke School to stay at the heart of our community and parish.

The recommendations from the John Coughlan report from October last year into West Sussex’s children’s services* are clear: the county council needs major changes in its culture, governance and leadership. But evidence from the small schools consultation won’t convince anyone that we have any new openness or willingness to look at alternative viewpoints.

There is a way of forcing change on the council from the outside, however.

Other communities in East Cheshire and Sheffield, for example, have put together petitions to their councils which have successfully forced change on out-of-touch bodies.

The Localism Act of 2011 allows residents to petition the council for change. There are high barriers but the prize is a local authority which responds to public input, by having a committee system not a “strong man”

cabinet one. To get there, the county could just vote in a committee system itself, but, on current evidence, we will probably have to have a grassroots petition to bring in the change via a referendum.

However it comes about, the end goal is proper scrutiny and far more open decision-taking, with electors being properly heard.

To achieve a referendum, I just need 33,701** people to agree with me that the present set-up needs challenging!

If you are interested in supporting greater local democracy, please get in touch sarah.ccc13@gmail.com, 07789 843556 or visit: mywestsussex.org.uk to bring listening democracy to West Sussex. *assets.publishing.service.gov. uk/government/uploads/system/ uploads/attachment_data/file/851765/ Children_s_Services_in_West_Sussex_ County_Council.pdf ** The verification number is published by the county council every year.

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Eyes to the sky for town's favourite duo TWITCHERS will be able to watch on as Chichester’s beloved peregrine pair return to the cathedral.

The Peregrine Project will offer visitors the chance to watch the peregrines through a telescope, view footage and learn more about the birds and their activities.

David and Janet Shaw, local wildlife enthusiasts who have been watching the birds since 2001, will be partnering up with the cathedral and the Sussex Ornithological Society to run the project.

The dates, weather permitting, are:

• May 2, 3, 8, 9, 10, 16 and 17 • June 6, 7, 13, 14, 20, 21, 28 • July 4, 5, 11, 12 Cathedral communications assistant Cathy Clark said: “Here at the cathedral, we are all looking forward to a successful peregrine breeding season.

"Now, with the added interest of the nesting ravens, it promises to be an exciting time for bird-lovers!”

In celebration of the peregrines’ popularity, the cathedral is also running a ‘Paper, paste and peregrines’ adult art workshop on June 10.

New assistant chief fire officer appointed WEST Sussex Fire and Rescue Service has appointed an assistant chief fire officer. He is Jon Lacey, who has been the fire service’s acting chief fire officer for the past three months.

Jon brings with him over 26 years’ experience in a range of roles.

He started his career as retained firefighter at Haywards Heath Fire Station.

He transferred to Essex Fire and Rescue Service for five years before returning to West Sussex and has worked in various roles across the service including eight years with the technical rescue unit and as an area manager for risk and improvements.

More recently, Jon has taken the lead on the joint fire control room project for West Sussex and Surrey fire and rescue

Participants will explore texture, pattern and collage to create a series of mixed media images using the peregrines as a starting point for inspiration, as well as other visual representations of birds within tapestries, paintings and stained glass in the cathedral. The workshop is £25 per person and is suitable for beginners and the more experienced.

Visitors to the cathedral website will also be able to watch their progress from a web cam installed in the nesting site on the spire.

services, which went live in December.

In addition to his role, Jon is currently undertaking an apprenticeship in strategic leadership.

Talking about the appointment, chief fire officer Sabrina Cohen-Hatton said: “I am delighted that Jon will be taking up the role of assistant chief fire officer on a full-time basis "He is a well-respected and experienced fire and rescue professional, and brings with him a wealth of knowledge, experience and operational leadership.

"With his drive and determination, Jon is a real asset to West Sussex Fire and Rescue Service and our leadership team, as well as being instrumental to improving the lives of the communities we serve.”

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County has high rate of those who harm themselves SELF-HARMING figures for West Sussex have been higher than the national average for the past five years.

Women aged 15-29 are the most likely to be hospitalised.

The figures were discussed at a meeting of West Sussex County Council’s health and adult social care scrutiny committee last week.

Members said early intervention was ‘crucial’ for youngsters with mental health problems.

Chairman Cllr Bryan Turner said: “We all know and accept that mental health issues do surface when people are young and if they’re not tackled early they stay there for quite a long time.

"So early invention is crucial and work in schools is absolutely crucial.”

Self-harm is not isolated to people who deliberately physically hurt themselves. It includes putting themselves in dangerous situations and self-neglect.

A report from Rachel Jevons, the county’s public health lead for mental health, said that between 2013 and 2018 there were 9,254 emergency hospital admissions for self-harming in West Sussex, with the highest rate in Worthing.

In 2018/19 alone, there were 1,845 emergency admissions county wide, up from 1,743 the year before.

Ms Jevons’ report said rates of self-

harm in Adur, Arun and Worthing had been higher then the national average since 2010/11.

Cllr Amanda Jupp, cabinet member for adults and health, shared a ‘sobering statistic’, telling members that an audit carried out in 2017 showed ‘one-third of all those who died through suicide had a history of self-harm’.

Another extremely worrying fact came from Danielle Wilkinson, the council’s schools and colleges programme manager for self-harm.

Ms Wilkinson said there was a ‘significant level of self-harm activity in schools’ from primary school up, with the need for more training in how to spot the warning signs.

The prevalence of ‘toxic’ videos online encouraging children to selfharm was of huge concern.

Cllr Turner asked why such material was not removed, adding: “I don’t understand why there’s a reluctance in these companies to actually do that.”

It was suggested that social media could be used to engage with young people, to support them and to help them.

Cllr Turner said: “If social media is the enemy here, it’s also part of the answer as well.”

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Petition handed over asks council to re-think charge

By Kelly Wickham kelly.wickham@sussexpost.co.uk SOME 3,000 people have signed a petition against West Sussex County Council's plans to license tables and chairs on highways land.

The petition was presented to the council's Conservative cabinet member for highways, Cllr Roger Elkins, by Labour members of the council.

Once the petition has been verified, it will have to be debated at a forthcoming full council meeting.

Cllr Michael Jones, the Labour group's leader at the council, said: "I appreciate the county council has financial pressures, particularly with regards to highways. We all know this.

"But it is not right that the council invents these things as an excuse to get more money out of people.

"It is little more than a cynical revenueraising wheeze and, in the present economic climate, it could prove disastrous for these local businesses."

Last year saw the council demand that businesses, such as cafes, pay £520 a year for a licence to put their tables and chairs on the pavements outside their units.

A consultation last month saw a revised proposal put forward of £20 a year for each seat and a £150 application fee.

A final decision about the scheme is set to be made soon by Cllr Elkins.

But the petition was designed to make him think again about the matter.

Worthing borough councillor Mike Barrett helped to organise the petition.

"Labour councillors across the county have consistently spoken against the introduction of this charge, on any basis.

"This is not something you should be doing to these small and mediumsized businesses who have tight enough margins without the county council inventing new charges.

"This is an unfair charge that does not take into account whether the business is a sole trader or a big multinational like Costa or Starbucks," he said.

"The fact it wasn't charged for over two decades makes it even more unacceptable that the county council is trying to resurrect it."

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Park refurbishment gets the green light A NEW enhancement project will be welcomed to Chichester’s Priory Park.

Chichester District Council will be removing outdated buildings, including an old storage and maintenance area, with the aim of updating facilities and opening up the north-west area to help improve views and accessibility.

The council will be removing outdated buildings, including an old storage and maintenance area, with the aim of updating facilities and opening up the area to help improve views and accessibility.

Cllr Martyn Bell, cabinet member for growth, place and regeneration, said: “We are pleased to have reached this stage of the project, where we can update and enhance the north west corner of the park for the benefit of everyone who uses it.

“Over the past few years, we have been liaising closely with groups and organisations about ways in which we can improve the park’s facilities. The aim was to see how we can make better use of the buildings and space.

“Work will start on Monday to remove an old depot building and to landscape the area.

"This will include a new footpath linking the sensory garden, by the north west entrance, to the rest of the park.

“The work is expected to last around four weeks, subject to weather conditions.

"A small area of the park will need to be cordoned off while the work takes place, but Priory Park will be open as usual.

"This means that people can still enjoy the play area, bowls green, cricket pitch, café, and guildhall. The public

conveniences will also be unaffected.

“As part of this project, we have already repaired and restored the park’s much loved Coade statue.

"This work was carried out by specialists with experience in restoring this type of stone, in the autumn of last year.

"The statue, which has been in place since 1873, is an important feature of Priory Park, and this refurbishment ensures it will continue to be enjoyed for years to come.

Cllr Penny Plant, cabinet member for environment and Chichester contract services, added: “Priory Park is one of Chichester’s hidden gems and we know that the planned improvements will only add to the enjoyment of those that visit.

“As a council, we maintain 94 different parks, gardens and green spaces across the district.

"All of these are free to visit and provide opportunities to improve health, enjoy nature, relax and unwind, and to play and have fun.”

Cllr Bell said: “In 2018, the council’s cabinet considered a number

of enhancements to this area of Priory Park. Proposals to carry out further improvements are being investigated further.

"We will continue to liaise with all the groups involved and keep people updated on the next planned phase of improvements.”

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Managing director Phil Turner, who oversees business at popular outlets in Chichester, Bognor, Rustington and Worthing, said: “We belong at the heart of our community and we know some of our older customers have concerns about being out and about so much. This we understand fully so to try to save them from making unnecessary trips out we are taking this step to try to help "Our piesbypost.com service means they can go online, click the pies they want and we'll now deliver them for free. All they need to do is enter the voucher code, '65' and we will waive the usual delivery cost.

“We have also created a special pack that we feel makes it easy for our online customers to be able to click and order with minimum of fuss.

"All of our pies and products are made fresh but they freeze really well so there is no reason why customers can't stock up, fill their freezers and know they can tuck in to a delicious pie any time they like.

There are a number of special measures in place for the deliveries, Phil explained: "If loved ones want to take delivery of the pies on behalf of the customers we can arrange that, no problem.

“Also, we want to remind customers that we can arrange to leave the delivery in a safe place without troubling the homeowner if they are self-isolating, for instance."

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Shape & Tone 4A Vinnetrow Business Park, Vinnetrow Park, Chichester PO20 1QH Tel: 01243 786378 www.shapeandtone.club Email: shapeandtoneclub@gmail.com Chris P I am a 74 year-old-lady and have been a member of Shape & Tone since August, 2019, with a view to toning up and losing weight and also regaining confidence as I have suffered with post traumatic stress disorder since a very bad car accident some years ago. I have found in Shape & Tone not only a physical benefit but mental benefits also and it is a facility that is very necessary in my life.

My Doctor recommended that I find somewhere that I could exercise in safety and hopefully lose weight, which I have far exceeded my expectations as I have lost over two stone! My friends, family and colleagues are commenting how I have changed over these few months as my confidence and appearance has changed for the better!

I try to come at least five times a week as the parking and accessibility of the studio is perfect.

Suzie H – (age 51) I was lucky enough to win a competition in September, 2019, whereby I could use the studio for three months. I joined to lose weight and tone up and also to help with my balance after brain surgery some years ago. The Shapemaster chairs and tables have helped be achieve a weight loss of over a stone but more importantly it has helped my health and general wellbeing.

I used to be a member years ago of Body Sense, which had the Shapemaster chairs, and was very disappointed when they closed. I was delighted to

see that they had returned to Chichester in a very accessible area with free parking and obviously very secure. What is encouraging is that I am meeting people that also went to Babylon (another studio that closed) and Body Sense and they also are delighted that Shape & Tone have arrived!

I feel very comfortable at Shape & Tone as the staff are very friendly and welcoming. I try to come to the studio at least three times a week. I come to the studio on Saturdays which is very handy as a I have a very busy working and family life.

Although there are plenty of gyms in Chichester not one of them has the Shapemaster chairs and toning tables.

THeresa B This is to confirm that I found using the Shapemaster equipment has improved my mobility considerably since I joined in September last year.

I live in Bognor Regis and there are gyms there but not with the specialist machines that Shapemaster provide. Other people I have spoken to in the gym have said the same. Regards, Theresa Booth.

Anneleise F I joined Shape & Tone in August and can honestly say I love it! I am already seeing some great results, from weight loss to inch loss and increased energy levels, so far I have lost a stone and a half. The studio itself has such a relaxed atmosphere; the team are incredibly friendly and so encouraging.

The members, who are a wide age range, are all extremely welcoming. The majority of the time we are all chatting away that we forget we are actually doing exercise.

I would highly recommend that anyone who is maybe unsure or just wanting to try it, that they come in and give it a go!

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Shape & Tone have 6 Shapemaster Toning Tables and 10 Shapemaster Chairs plus a small cardio area. Pop onto our SECA Body Composition machine to see what’s going on inside your body, we can then track every fortnight where your weight loss journey is taking you. You will be with like minded people, as we are all here for the same reason, but above all we have fun!

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DENISE KELLY A passionate and motivated 'health expert/nutritionist.

Natural remedies could tackle virus www.denisekelly.co.uk Tel: 07730671436 Email: denise@ thewellbeingcompanyltd.com IN times of worry and concern as fears of coronavirus grow and everyone is feeling uncertain about the upcoming weeks, we need to arm ourselves with as much protection as possible.

Used in aromatherapy, the cooling and healing scent of eucalyptus essential oil is known to relieve mental exhaustion by boosting circulation, stimulating the mind out of sluggishness and rejuvenating the spirit.

Those suffering from sinus congestion or sinus tension that causes headaches can diffuse eucalyptus essential oil to clear nasal passages and to eliminate harmful airborne bacteria.

As a natural disinfecting air spray, eucalyptus essential oil acts as an anti-microbial, non-toxic air freshener that removes from the environment bacteria, viruses, and mould that could contribute to respiratory issues.

Diluted with water, a eucalyptus spray can freshen the room and eliminate the body odours trapped in shoes and sports gear. Those who suffer from allergies will benefit from its anti-inflammatory properties that make it easier to breathe.

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If you add to a carrier oil and use as a massage ointment, this wonderful essential oil revitalises skin and tired muscles, facilitates easy breathing, enhances feelings of relaxation, and soothes nervous tension.

A few drops in the bath and it immediately soothes irritated skin, relieves pain, protects against infection, and rejuvenates sore muscles.

In cosmetics, eucalyptus essential oil relieves scalp itchiness, controls sebum production, boosts circulation, strengthens hair, and alleviates inflammation and pain.

Cinnamon essential oil can be a great protection too…

Cinnamon essential oil fights multiple virus strains. In a recent study, researchers found that it was effective against flu viruses when combined with eucalyptus and rosemary essential oils.

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Melissa, also known as lemon balm, is a welldocumented antiviral herb. In lab studies, Melissa essential oil stopped the avian flu virus’s ability to replicate, which is necessary for the disease to spread or survive.

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Specialist administration support volunteer – Bognor Regis and Chichester Samaritans Bognor Regis and Chichester Samaritans provide emotional support to those who are struggling to cope, some of whom have thoughts of ending their life, through phone, email or face to face.

They are looking for a volunteer to provide administrative support to their branch leadership team in the following areas: supporting the recruitment and training of new volunteers by responding to enquiries, obtaining references, supporting the recruitment and training team in managing the new volunteer through from enquiry to completion of training; providing general administrative support to the branch leadership team; and the oversight and coordination of their operational rota. 3-4 hours support will be needed per week but they can work around your availability. Some tasks can be undertaken from home but there will be a need to come into the branch premises periodically.

Donation Centre Volunteer – St Wilfrid’s Hospice St Wilfrid’s Hospice is much more than a building. They provide tailored end of life care both in the community and at the Hospice, supporting patients living with a terminal illness, and their family and friends. Would you like to see behind the scenes at their Donation Centre at Terminus Road?

They are looking for 3 or 4 volunteers to help the busy team across the week and weekends to take in and sort donations and assisting donors if necessary. Volunteers for this must be capable of some manual handling and lifting. Would you be able to donate some time to help maybe once a week or once a fortnight, they would love to hear from you!

Activities Volunteer – Change, Grow, Live (CGL) (West Sussex Drug & Alcohol Wellbeing Network) Change, Grow, Live (CGL) is a social care and health charity that supports and enables people to change their lives for the better and achieve positive and life-affirming goals. They are seeking people with skills to offer creative activities/groups to their clients experiencing drug/alcohol addiction and recovery. Such skills could include, amongst others - art, theatre, music, dance, drama, yoga, photography and creative writing. They are looking to introduce these activities during the week to complement other groups which take place. Skills aside volunteers may also be students wishing to gain work experience in the field of drug and alcohol treatment or people who want to use their free time to make a positive contribution to the community.

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CommunityNews&Views Advertising Feature THERE was delight at the Aldingbourne Trust when it was learned 261 tonnes of waste timber had been saved from landfill.

Managing director Sue Livett is acutely aware of the great strides the trust has made over the years when it comes to the commitment to be as environmentally friendly as possible.

So, it was all smiles when the latest Community Wood Recycling report landed on her desk and it was revealed that an incredible 261 tonnes of waste timber had been reused.

Project leader Brian Alden's wood recycling team makes full use of timber stored on the site, with the country centre the main beneficiary. And the efficiency doesn't stop there – wood deemed not suitable for the trust’s various handmade garden ornaments is sent to the on-site biomass boiler to help provide eco-friendly heating for the site.

Sue is delighted at the figures and said: “We have saved 261 tonnes of waste timber going into the landfill, which is roughly the equivalent to around 20 double decker buses.

"We have managed to reuse 96.6 tonnes, while 164.6 tonnes have been recycled and this in turn means that it has enabled us to effectively create 1.9 jobs and train five people. The benefits are there for all to see."

Meanwhile, Brian said he took a great deal of pride from the fact that his team had a such an impressive recycling record. He explained: "We are paid to deliver a service collecting waste timber from building sites, factory units and local businesses as well as domestic collections.

“All the wood and timber products we collect are utilised in some way with none going into landfill. We have a 100 per cent recycling record, of which we are very proud.

“We use the timber we collect in our workshop here at the centre, as well as selling timber to the public for their own projects. Some of the timber we can’t use or sell goes into our bio-mass boilers which powers the heating and hot water for the majority of the buildings at the centre.

“Any timber that is not suitable for these purposes goes to a nearby facility and is chipped for the manufacturing of heating pellets. As well as our own private contracts, we also belong to the national wood recycling project which is a nationwide project based in Brighton. In total last year, with national wood and our own contracts, we collected and salvaged 441 tons of waste timber.”

The Aldingbourne Trust is a local charity that helps people with learning disabilities and/or autism to have the same opportunities as everyone else to live independent lives. Visit its website: aldingbournetrust.org for information on its wood recycling project, venue hire facilities, becoming a corporate volunteer, and more about the award-winning charity.

OWNERS and friends at Churchill Retirement Living’s Harington Lodge development in Chichester raised £106.85 for a homeless charity last month.

The lodge’s owners’ lounge, welcomed guests where they were treated to coffee and cake in return for a small donation for Stonepillow.

All of the money raised has been donated to the charity which offers shelter, information and support to empower homeless and vulnerable individuals to make positive change in their lives.

Anne Scherrer, regional marketing manager for Churchill Retirement Living, said: "We were delighted to welcome so many people

to our warming morning event to raise funds for such a great charity, chosen by our apartment owners who wanted to help it continue its vital work.

"It was the perfect excuse to enjoy a bit of indulgence while giving something back to the local community, as well as an opportunity for visitors to experience the lifestyle on offer at the lodge."

Churchill’s Warming Mornings events took place throughout February at its retirement developments across the country, with all the money raised going towards local causes chosen by owners.

To find out more about Stonepillow, visit: stonepillow. org.uk/

TWO OPTICIAN workers are taking on a huge challenge to help raise money for a charity.

The two workers from Specsavers in Chichester will take on the personal challenge for charity this June when they abseil down the Spinnaker Tower in Portsmouth in aid of Chestnut Tree House.

Staff and customers at the East Street store are helping Ella and Kerry prepare for their challenge by supporting their fundraising efforts – starting with a cake sale over three days which raised an amazing £90.

Mohammed Said, store director in Chichester, said:

"We are all really proud of Ella and Kerry for taking on this challenge – and for such a great cause.

"They are aiming to raise £500 in total so the cake sale really was the tip of the iceberg, and more of the team may even decide to join them, so watch this space."

Chestnut Tree House is the children’s hospice for east and west Sussex, Brighton and Hove and south east Hampshire and cares for 300 children and young adults from 0-19 years of age with progressive life-shortening conditions.

STAFF at a dementia charity have just finished counting up donations made from their winter wonderland ball in January.

The ball, which raised £33,621.45, was held in aid of Dementia Support in Tangmere and was organised and run by Thérèse McCall and the winter wonderland ball committee.

It was hosted by William and Mariella Fleming at Southend Barns in Donnington and was decorated for the winter wonderland theme, with the barn bathed in Northern lights.

Around 109 people attended and the evening culminated with local band, 8ball (all ex-pupils from Bishop Luffa School) performing with guests dancing the night away on the twinkly dance floor.

Thérèse said: "Dementia Support means such a lot to me. I looked after my mum, who had dementia for ten years and it was a real challenge at times.

"I know, had Dementia Support and its hub, Sage House, existed at that time, my life would have been made a whole lot easier.

"The committee and I would like to thank everyone who attended and those who donated lots for the auctions. Without their generosity, we wouldn’t have been able to raise the funds we have."

Dementia Support chief executive Sally Tabbner added: "Thérèse and the winter wonderland ball committee were absolutely fantastic – they organised every detail and at the charity we were all astounded by the amount raised."

WESTBOURNE House School Under-13 boys’ hockey team beat 84 schools to come tenth in the Independent Association of Prep Schools (IAPS) hockey national finals Almost 100 schools from across the UK took part in the regional qualifiers leading up to the finals which took place at Cheltenham College in Gloucestershire.

The Chichester-based school team coach, Brandon Hanley, said: “I am very proud of our Under 13 boys and the way they worked as a team against incredibly strong teams from Surrey, Dorset, Worcestershire, Cambridge and Scotland in the IAPS Under 13 boys hockey finals.

“As hockey is just one of the sports we play at Westbourne House School, it was an excellent achievement to get to the finals, let alone reach the plate final. This is the best result a Westbourne House School team has ever had at an IAPS hockey event and it just goes to show how teamwork and practising hard always pays off.”

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Pearce backs FA decision on halting games SELSEY boss Daren Pearce believes the Football Association has made the right decision in halting grassroots football amid the coronavirus pandemic.

The Southern Combination Football League carried on with fixtures last weekend despite the professional game and the Isthmian League postponing their programmes.

But after Monday's directive from FA chiefs, the SCFL suspended all football until April 4 at the earliest.

Selsey were 2-1 winners over Seaford but boss Pearce expected that game to be the final one for his club when he spoke to The Post just hours before the inevitable announcement.

Pearce said: "It's a serious matter and it is not to be taken lightly.

"If they are going to do it for football, they need to do it the whole way down otherwise it provides grey areas.

"You do not need 500 people

there to pass it on, it just needs one person.

"It is OK until one of your parents, grandparents or loved ones gets it and then it brings it all into perspective.

"Although it is great to have sport, this has to be taken seriously."

Selsey had been in good form.

Max Davies levelled on 51 minutes after Seaford led 1-0 at the break.

And James Cowan buried a low shot for an 86th-minute winner before Ryan Morey saw red in the closing stages.

Pearce said: "We have done well in the last three games. We have beaten Bexhill, Oakwood and now Seaford.

"I was really pleased with the lads on Saturday as physicality-wise Seaford are one of the strongest sides, and also a good side, and our lads are very young.

"It was good to see my lads meet fire with fire when needed but also

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carry on doing what we do as well.

"They carried out the team specifics and stood up to them well and I was really pleased with them."

The season came to a premature halt on a low point for Pagham boss Kerry Hardwell as his side were “embarrassed” in a 4-1 home defeat by Little Common.

The Lions were blown away by a flurry of late goals at Nyetimber Lane in the SCFL premier.

Boss Hardwell said: “This performance was the first time since I’ve been at the club I felt the players let themselves and the club down - the performance and attitude in general was not good enough and we got what we deserved by full-time.

“We came into the club with only five points on the board and I think in some players’ minds with the points and performances we’ve produced since my first game in November they think we are safe and the job is completed.

“As a club and as a group, we want to finish the season strong and finish as high as we can but with performances like that it won’t happen.

“Little Common started the game better but we found ourselves one up and if we had made the right choices in the final third in the first half it could have much different.

However, we didn’t and Little Common embarrassed us in the second half by scoring three goals and deservedly picked up the three points.”

It all started promisingly for the Lions as they went one up

through Callum Chalmers in the 22nd minute when he nodded into an open net after Lukas Franzen-Jones, showing great determination to chase a ball he had no right to get, went round the keeper and crossed into the middle.

There had already been some early Common pressure with Pagham keeper Tom Crook making two good saves either side of the Lions’ goal. Pagham’s Toby Funnell saw a shot hit a post from a 30-yard free-kick.

In the 33rd minute, Common levelled as Sam Cruttwell received the ball from a senselessly given away free-kick on the left and with everyone expecting a cross, he cleverly chipped the ball over Crook and into the net.

It was Pagham’s turn to press from the start of the second half, but despite good work up front by Chalmers and Franzen-Jones, they could not make any real chances.

Crook was once again in action, making two one on one saves and Nathan da Costa had to head off his line.

Despite having a goal disallowed for offside, the Lions kept giving the advantage to Little Common and were made to pay after 76 minutes when Cruttwell scored once again, this time from a scorching free-kick.

The Commoners were not finished and Jamie Crone rubbed salt into the wound with two late goals for the away side.

In division two, Bosham were 2-1 winners over Worthing Town thanks to an Alex Barnes double.

Tone Zone go west for action BOGNOR REGIS Tone Zone Runners still managed to find races despite them being cancelled left, right and centre due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Eight club runners raced at the West Worthing 10k, which was windy for the second half of the race. Paul Jarvis was the first home for the club and finished in 42.19.

Daryl Fairbrother and Grahame Hurren finished in 44.06 and 49.16 respectively.

Tina Ede and Beth Suter both recorded personal bests (PBs).

The pair ran with Jack Penfold for the whole race, achieving a PB at the 5k mark and holding the pace to the end. Ede took seven minutes off her previous best while Suter took two minutes off her best, both finishing in one hour. Charles Stewart and Wendy Morris came in together, accompanied by their fellow clubmates they both finished in 1:09.

Over at Hampton Court was

the Half Marathon. Tom Howell showed his training has been paying off with a time of one hour 30 minutes. Nathalie Reynolds came away with a smile on her face as she finished under the twohour mark with a time of 1:58:55.

Sophie Howell ran her first ever half marathon to cross the line in 2:04.45. Good friends and training partners Nik Crisp and Susan Brigstock Parker ran the course together to finish in 2:25, a new PB from Crisp.

West Worthing 10k: Paul Jarvis 42.19; Daryl Fairbrother 44.06; Grahame Hurren 49.16; Tina Ede 1.00.16 PB; Beth Suter 1.00.17 PB; Jack Penfold 1.00.17; Charles Stewart 1.09.27; Wendy Morris 1.09.35.

Hampton Court Half Marathon: Tom Howell 1:30.26; Nathalie Reynolds 1:58.55 PB; Sophie Howell 2:04.45; Nik Crisp 2:25.31 PB; Susan Brigstock Parker 2:25.31.

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Barton captures Captains crown in knockout style BUSTER BARTON was crowned the Bognor Friday Night Benevolent League Captains champion.

The Captains and Secretaries knockouts took place at the Newtown Social Club with 35 players taking part as the season draws to an end.

The Captains knockout saw 17 players take part and 18 players entered the Secretaries knockout, both being the second best turnouts on record.

All but four matches finished 2-0 in the Captains competition.

Barton, Friary 'D' vice-captain, reached the final with a 2-0 win over Simon Mitchell (Newtown Clubbers). The second semi saw Lewis Campling (Newtown Amity) make his second final after a 2-0 win over Mike Davis (Lamb Nomads).

In the final, Barton started first after winning the bullseye and he kept the lead to take the first leg. Leg 2 went to Campling after two large scores helped him catch up. Barton got leg 3 and the lead back after four large scores helped him get to the double first.

Leg 4 saw both players hit a ton, but Campling got the game back to 2-2 to set up a crunch finale. The last leg saw Campling get the early start but two tons on the trot from Barton saw him on the double first, needing only one dart for double 16 and the match 3-2.

Mark Wingate (Newtown Clubbers) lost 2-1 to Ian Hackett (Lamb Nomads) in the first semi-final of the Secretaries

knockout while the second semi-final saw Alex Norgett (Newtown Amity) lose by the same result to Keith Robinson (Chi Snooker Club 'A').

Current reigning Summer League Secretaries champion and last year’s Benevolent League Secretaries champion Robinson won the bullseye to go first.

Two tons helped Robinson get to the double easily, but multiple misses on the double left him on double 1. However, just as Hackett closed in, Robinson took the leg.

Leg 2 saw Robinson hit five scores of 80-plus, but again got stuck on double 1, and this time Hackett managed to get to the double and hit his finish.

Leg 3 saw three ton-plus scores on the trot from Robinson on his way to taking the leg, just as Hackett was catching up. Leg 4 saw Robinson again hit the large scores with 100, 99 and 140.

Hackett was nowhere near in this leg, allowing Robinson to stay calm and hit double top for the leg, taking the match 3-1 and the Benevolent Secretaries title.

The committees of the Bognor Friday Benevolent League and Tuesday DoubleIn Double-Out League have made the difficult decision to suspend their leagues immediately until further notice due to the ongoing coronavirus situation.

This also means the coming Friday Summer league and Star Darts leagues will also be postponed until further notice.

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BOGNOR’S ABC Phoebe Griffiths-Johnson picked up another win on an amateur show.

Griffiths-Johnson, who sparred at an England trial for a European Youth Championship the previous weekend, boxed in Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire, on the St Ives Academy show.

She claimed a unanimous points victory over Millie

Symons.

Coach Alan Wise said: “It was a great, entertaining bout with lots of exchanges.

“She stuck to the game plan and boxed beautifully.

“She was relaxed, confident and her shots were in range and on target.

“We were very pleased with her performance from start to finish.”

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Bognor crush Eastleigh after making a fast start

By Jack Hornibrook sport@sussexpost.co.uk A FIRED-UP Bognor beat Eastleigh II 24-12 in what could be the last fixture of their Hampshire Premier campaign due to the spread of Coronavirus.

From their own kick-off Bognor kept possession to score within the first five minutes after Lee Balchin dotted down (5-0).

Eastleigh replied with an unconverted try but Bognor hit back after a series of silky offloads between Shane Stevens and Connor Herrington found Josh Burgess, who scored after some skilful footwork.

Conversion missed (12-5).

Eastleigh held out despite bulldozing runs from Chris Webb and George Castleton, good positional kicks from Jeremy Newton Young and Freddie Hayes' flair out wide until just before the break when Burgess darted over.

Newton Young converted (175 half-time).

Bognor lost hooker Marc Voigt to the sin bin after the restart and Adam Groome came into the front row.

Eastleigh added a second try (17-12) and turned up the pressure.

Adam Knight, Balchin and Webb worked tirelessly to drive Eastleigh back while Newton Young and Sam Newcombe scrambled effectively to shut down threats out wide.

The bonus point try came from late pressure as Stevens was fed thanks to swift hands from Newton Young.

Bognor's man of the match was Lee Balchin.

Squad: 1. C. Webb, 2. M. Voigt, 3. J. Benjamin, 4. S. Stevens, 5. A. Knight, 6. L. Balchin, 7. G. Castleton, 8. J. Burgess (C), 9. S. Newcombe, 10. J. Newton Young, 11. C. Hay, 12. E. Millen, 13. P. Burnett, 14.

F. Hayes, 15. C. Herrington, 16.

A. Groome, 17. J. Foote, 18. H. Southern.

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Cranleigh 41-7 at their Hampshire Avenue fortress on Sunday.

Bognor’s Benjamin Barker worked hard to secure clean ball while Matthew Norrell got over the gain line with every carry.

Skipper Alfie Spurle’s cut out pass found Charlie Jays and his around the back offload put Benjamin Woolnough over.

Coach Tom Spurle predicted Tyrone Makasi would score a hat-trick and the twinkle-toed centre cut a superb line to score.

Cranleigh responded well but a powerful surge from Charles Weller set up Andrew Fadera to score. Woolnough converted.

Full back James Billingham had an assured game and his electric break set up good field position.

From there, Woolnough found Makasi and the centre sped through for his second try on half-time.

Winger Ben Tilley got into the action early in the second half with a scorching run. Nathan Chitty moved the ball wide to Fadera, who threw a series of outrageous dummies on his way to the try line. Harrison Southern converted.

The visitors responded with a fine try but Bognor hit back as Benn Brandon’s mazy run ended with Makasi completing his hat-trick. Fadera converted.

Harrison Southern and Jack Trenham stretched the visitors' defence and Dylan Collier stepped inside his opposite man and accelerated away for a magical score.

Makasi finished the game off as he glided through after great work by Harvey Henson for his fourth try converted by James Billingham.

Squad: Jack Trenham, Ethan Teasdale, Charlie Weller, Luiz, Harvey Henson, Matthew Norrell, Ben Barker, Charlie Jays, Ben Brandon, Andrew Fadera, Alfie Spurle (captain), Ben Woolnough, Ben Tilley, Harrison Southern, Tyrone Makasi, Dylan Collier, Nathan Chitty, James Billingham.

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BOGNOR general manager Simon Cook does not expect a Football Association bailout for clubs as they head into an uncertain future.

With all Rocks matches suspended in the Isthmian Premier until at least April 4 due to the football shutdown over the spread of coronavirus, the club, like every other in the country, is trying to adjust to having its revenue stream cut off.

Manager Jack Pearce, who is on the FA Council and National League board, has warned football might not restart for up to a year.

The English Football League has put together a £50milliion relief package for its clubs while at National League level, where the Rocks have competed before, some club officials are asking for a government bailout.

Cook is not banking on the Football Association helping clubs out lower down the pyramid and expects the shutdown to continue past the initial early April review date.

He said: “It (suspending football) will be reviewed in early April but I can’t see it starting again in the foreseeable future.

“Our revenue has disappeared. There is no money coming in because there are no games.

“In our case, we have quite a buoyant clubhouse but just about every event is cancelled, so we, as an example, are down to no money coming in whatsoever. It is a matter of cutting all costs and trying to live on what savings we have got.”

Asked if clubs might get an FA bailout, Cook said: “I wouldn’t envisage it. The FA I believe have enough of their own problems because they are losing an absolute fortune through the Euros being cancelled, the FA Cup may not happen and all those sort of things.

“They may happen one day but they themselves, by my understanding, will be losing a fortune so there is no money down the line that we are aware of.”

f No football at Nyewood Lane means no income He added: “It’s a complete unknown. None of us have experienced anything like it and there has been nothing like it since probably the Second World War.” The players are no longer training but, like many clubs, Rocks have players on contract.

Cook said: “We have seven or eight players on contract, which is another headache as we have to pay them until the last competitive game of the season and we don’t know when that will be.”

Cook, though, has hailed the club's loyal fans, who are rallying round with offers of support and ideas.

He said: “They have been excellent and have come up with ideas and suggestions, which have been well received.”

BetVictor South East play-off chasers Chichester City are in the same boat.

Chairman Andy Bell admits they may have

to dip into the money they made during their incredible FA Cup run to the second round to cope with their revenue shortfalls.

He told The Post: "We are set up so that a management company runs the building and bars and the football club's only income is the gate money.

"It's all one club but it has been set up like that because of the previous problems to safeguard the facility and running of it.

"We are in a fortunate position that if we do get in trouble, we have some money left from the FA Cup run. But a lot of that is set aside for a rent deposit and a contribution to a grant for a 3G pitch in the next couple of years."

He added: "We don't know how long this is going to last and the most important thing is people's health and people now realise it is more serious than they believed to begin with."

Chi City U15 Greens lift cup CHICHESTER City Girls Under-15s Green lifted the Hampshire County Cup after a 2-0 victory over Bournemouth Sports.

Goals either side of half-time from Amelia Hammond and Charlie Davey secured victory in a hard-fought final.

The clash was competitive from the first whistle as both teams tried to play football with a lot of the action centred in the midfield tussle.

There were few clear chances, although Chichester forced a few threatening moves but Bournemouth managed to clear their lines.

Chichester played out from the back and kept the ball well to put the Bournemouth defence under constant pressure. Only a series of strong tackles kept Chi at bay.

Bournemouth played on the counter attack and almost nicked the lead on the half-hour but fired wide after a swift break away.

Player of the match Davey then played a beautiful through ball into striker Hammond, who slotted the ball home just before half-time to give Chichester a 1-0

lead. Chichester came out strongly at the start of the second half and forced an early free-kick outside the area. Davey stepped up and smashed the ball into the roof of the net, giving the keeper no chance.

Changes were made by both teams as Chichester continued to press high and

cause problems with their goalkeeper a spectator at times as Bournemouth struggled to make any headway.

Bournemouth had a couple of longrange efforts but they did not trouble Millie Delamont in goal as Chichester claimed the trophy.

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