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Feuding sidecar champs see red at S100

A draft contract for a proposed private promoter of the TT, Vision Nine, was ‘incoherent in places’ and ‘not fit for purpose’, high-ranking officials concluded.

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Second director of finance group goes

Battling sidecar rivals Tim Reeves and Ben Birchall had another head-to-head in the Southern 100 championship on Thursday.

Seven-time world champion Reeves hit out verbally at his rival after a coming together at Cross Four Ways on the final lap resulted in the outfit ridden by himself and Mark Wilkes overturning.

No one was seriously injured in the red flag incident.

Full Southern 100 reports - pages 36, 37, 72.

A second director of the collapsed investment firm Louis Group IoM has signed a voluntary undertaking of disqualification.

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SIR CHARLES REMEMBERED

BY TERRY CRINGLE, PAGE 24

Shock at how mum was treated in care home

TIED UP IN HER NIGHTIE The family of Glenda Critchley, aged 95, have told the Examiner about their shock after they discovered how she was treated at an island nursing home.

She was found tied up in her nightie on two occasions shortly before her death.

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We must think about changing drugs law The Chief Constable believes the island’s law on drugs possession needs to change. He wants a scientifically-based debate on drugs and drugs law.

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Figures given by an MHK comparing the number of civil servants here with those in the UK were misleading, a union leader says.

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NEWS Evidence: Witnesses tell Tynwald committee of their concerns that led to police chief withdrawing from motor sport group

We couldn’t back TT plan

by Adrian Darbyshire

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A draft contract for a proposed private promoter of the TT was ‘incoherent in places’ and ‘not fit for purpose’, taking no account of the impact on other government costs and services.

And Chief Constable Gary Roberts was so concerned at the lack of focus on safety he withdrew from the motorsport group.

These were among some of the revelations that emerged as senior government officials and the Chief Constable gave evidence to the Tynwald scrutiny committee investigating the Vision Nine affair.

Tynwald approved the appointment of Vision Nine as independent promoter in April last year.

But just seven months later the Department of Economic Development announced it was discontinuing the tender process.

Giving evidence to the committee last Friday alongside Gary Roberts were DHSC chief executive Malcolm Couch, DoI chief executive Nick Black and Home Affairs chief executive Mark Kelly.

Verdict on proposal for Vision Nine to take over promotion of festival Mr Black said when Vision Nine boss Julian Topham gave a presentation to the motorsport group on April 5, 2016, just two weeks before the Tynwald vote, it was ’the first time we were aware how much o p e rat io n a l delivery was going to be outsourced.’

Mr Roberts said he was ‘perturbed’ at the absence of focus on safety. He decided to withdraw from the motorsport group to ‘put some distance’ between the constabulary and the or-

ganisation in case ’we had to investigate it’ in future.

The officers only saw the draft contract in an email attachment from the DED on April 29.

But the committee was told that the DED had wanted the contract to be signed before TT 2016.

The Chief Constable said: ’When I saw the content it was very clear it was not fit for purpose.’

Mr Couch (circled below) said the contract in his view was ’very poorly drafted’ and ’incoherent in places’.

He said its focus was ’almost exclusively on DED’ and referred only to the costs borne by that department.

Mr Black said he was concerned that the promoter was going to be rewarded without taking into account the costs of delivering the event.

H e que s tioned how anyone could know if this was a commercially viable contract unless you knew the net costs.

And he suggested the contract, which was drafted by the Sports Consultancy, without the involvement of the

Chief Constable Gary Roberts

AG’s chambers, was written with a ’limited understanding of motorsport issues’.

Mr Black said that one clause in the contract that concerned him was that the DED would maintain the mountain course as ‘fit for racing’.

He explained that the DED

has no legal vires to maintain the highway. Those legal powers resided with the DoI that endeavoured to ensure the road could be used for racing.

He said the contract could commit the DoI to maintaining standards that were simply unaffordable. ‘It could be

argued it’s not as good as Silverstone or Brands Hatch. The costs would be immense.’

The witnesses raised concerns about the ability of the island to cope with the tens of thousands of extra TT visitors that Vision Nine had wanted to attract.

Mr Roberts said: ’No one had asked what the implications were of having a TT bringing 60,000 people. I would have needed to bring 57 officers over [to the island].’

Committee chairman Michael Coleman MLC asked how police dealt with the estimated 20,000 extra visitors who came here for the centenary TT in 2007.

The Chief Constable replied: ‘We handled it because we had prepared for it for 12 months.’

He explained that the constabulary had been supplemented for the 2007 TT by 12 extra officers who from Jersey at a cost of £74,000 and 12 extra police vehicles, at a cost of £15,000.

At that stage the Manx force had 238 officers but that figure has fallen to 198 this year. There had been daily multi-agency meetings and a series of table top exercises.

‘Planning went on for the whole year,’ he told the committee.

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NEWS Undertaking: Lynn Keig’s offer of disqualification is accepted by the regulator

by Adrian Darbyshire

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A second director of the collapsed Louis Group IoM has signed a voluntary undertaking of disqualification.

Lynn Keig has agreed to be banned from being a director, secretary or registered agent of any company for a period of six years until June 28, 2023.

Another Louis Group director, Rousseau Moss – a pastor at the Living Hope church in Port St Mary – gave a similar undertaking to the Financial Services Authority last year.

High court proceedings are continuing against five other Louis Group directors, which could result in their disqualification.

They are Louis Group chief executive officer Dr Alan Louis together with John McCauley, Dirk Frederik Mudge, Lukas Nakos and Andrew Mark Rouse.

Mr Nakos and Mr Rouse are both team leaders at the Living Hope church.

Ms Keig, 61, of Croit-e-Quill Road in Lonan, was a director of a number of Louis Group entities between 2007 and 2011.

She admitted unfit conduct for failing to exercise proper financial control and

Second Louis Group director is banned allowing mismanagement of investments in Louis Group funds.

She also failed to make adequate assessments of the risks associated with lending between Louis Group entities and failed to challenge information.

Her disqualification applies to Manx companies and any firm operating under any relevant foreign law.

Liquidators of Louis Group IoM concluded there had been a substantial loss of investor

capital running into tens of millions of pounds with most of its island-based entities being insolvent.

They found ‘highly improper’ activity with investor funds, a culture of fear and intimidation with Dr Louis having ultimate and absolute control, misleading promises of high returns and low risk, unlicensed deposit taking, inter-mingled funds and poor accounting records.

They also discovered evidence of substantial sums

Launch of the Louis Group in the Isle of Man with (from left) Lukas Nakos, Alan Louis and his wife Almie, the then Treasury Minister Allan Bell, managing director Helen Edwards, Pastor Jonathan Stanfield and the then government chief financial officer Mark Shimmin

paid to Dr Louis and his trusts from money sourced from investors and accounted for as debts for which he denies liability.

The undertaking of disqualification signed by Ms Keig refers to Dr Louis treating one entity, LG SP Investments, as his ‘personal domain’.

Without any consideration of its solvency, payments were made for ‘improper purpos-

es’ to connected individuals and companies.

Financial records showed payments totalling more than £8.3m being made to Dr Louis, some to meet personal obligations such as mortgage or other debts.

But Ms Keig’s undertaking makes it clear that there is no evidence that she failed to adequately maintain the records and books for LG SP during

her limited time as director, between February 2007 and July 2008.

LG SP had been engaged in unlicensed deposit taking and unregulated money lending.

But Ms Keig said she had relied on legal advice taken in 2008 which advised it was not engaged in such activity. For his part, Dr Louis denies wrongdoing and claims he has been unjustly persecuted.

Shocked: Steam Packet bosses never thought their offer would be rejected

‘Govt has got it wrong’

by Adrian Darbyshire

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Steam Packet bosses have expressed their ‘surprise and disappointment’ that the Council of Ministers voted to reject their offer for a new strategic sea services agreement.

And they have warned that if Tynwald does not approve the offer at this week’s sitting, they will have ‘no alternative’ but to withdraw it - and any other agreements made on the basis that a deal would have been done.

That means, for example, the Steam Packet could stop chartering the MV Arrow freight vessel during the TT and perhaps refuse to use the government’s proposed new landing stage in Liverpool.

Steam Packet chairman Robert Quayle has written to Infrastructure Minister Ray

Ferry company ‘surprised and disappointed’ Harmer calling on Tynwald to vote ‘yes’ or ‘no’ to the offer and not just ‘note it’.

He wrote: ‘The text of your motion and the accompanying report has been received by the company with considerable surprise and disappointment.

‘We feel the company’s position had been misrepresented. You have indicated the department’s decision was “finely balanced”. It would be unfortunate if that balance was adversely affected by some misunderstandings or

misinterpretations.’

The offer includes a pledge to invest of £170m in a new fleet, facilities and fare initiatives.

Mr Harmer insisted there has been no negotiation and rejecting the offer would allow that to begin.

By Mr Quayle said talks had been going on for more than a year which had resulted in a revised ‘best and final’ offer being submitted in March.

He wrote: ‘Since January 2016, the terms of that offer have been exhaustively dis-

cussed with your department, other agencies of government, interested third parties such as TravelWatch and the Chamber of Commerce and various consultants.’

Ministers are concerned at the length of the agreement of 25 years, and at the proposed fleet configuration, saying two smaller vessels would be better than a larger one and a fast craft.

Mr Quayle said the issue about the make-up of the fleet was ‘never raised during the prolonged negotiation period’.

The Steam Packet chairman also disputed the figures outlined in a consultant’s report, which he claimed ‘seriously understates’ the costs of delivering elements of the offer.

He wrote: ‘The cost of new vessel investment is £51m, not the Oxera estimate of £12m.

Oxera suggest that having a back-up vessel is somehow

a net financial benefit to the company. The actual predicted cost is £37m.’

Mr Quayle said the uplifts in the value of the company from a new sea services agreement was ‘very much less than the £89m predicted’.

He told Mr Harmer: ‘Had the company been given the opportunity to challenge these highly contentious Oxera conclusions at the time, we believe your department might have reached a different conclusion.’

Mr Quayle added: ‘If Tynwald declines to approve the

offer, the company regrets it will have no alternative but to withdraw the present offer terms and any other agreements predication on the introduction of the SSSA.’ He denied that without a new agreement fares could be raised and services cut as these were closely regulated in the user agreement.

The user agreement refers to the exclusive use of the government-owned link span at Douglas.

But Mr Quayle told the Examiner said: ‘One thing the government seems to have overlooked is the fact that we also own a linkspan.

‘We will be 196-years-old in 2026 and we are not going to go away.

‘We will continue to operate using our own link span and that could affect the attractiveness of the route for other operators.’

Tynwald preview,page 13.

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NEWS Radical: Durham police don’t prosecute anyone for possession of narcotics for personal use

Is it time to change law on drugs?

by Adrian Darbyshire

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The Chief Constable believes the island’s law on drugs possession needs to change.

As Tynwald prepares to debate his latest annual report, Gary Roberts called for a scientifically-based debate on drugs and drugs law.

Island police have come under fire in recent years when drug users have been

prosecuted for possession of just a few pounds worth of cannabis. One teenager was convicted for having cannabis valued at 52p.

In two cases only last week, defendants were fined £400 and £500 respectively for possessing £24 and £30 worth of cannabis.

Mr Roberts pointed out that if someone is taken to court for possession of a few pounds of the class B drug it is never for a first offence. And he stressed: ‘We don’t dictate what the law says.’

But he added: ‘I think we need a scientifically-based debate on drugs and drugs law.’

He cited the example of Durham Constabulary, which doesn’t prosecute anyone for drugs possession and will take no action against people who grow small amounts of cannabis for their own use.

It’s a move aimed at cutting costs, keeping users out of criminal justice system and focusing resources on organised crime.

Latest figures for reported crime in the island show there

were 208 extra offences in 2016-17. But 115 of these were drugs possession offences, and almost all for simple possession of cannabis.

The Chief Constable’s annual report notes that offences of possessing cannabis are a daily event and officers routinely find cannabis when dealing with young people.

A motion on legalising cannabis for medicinal use was tabled at the May Tynwald.

But it was withdrawn at the 11th hour as it was seen by health chiefs to be pre-empt-

ing the publication of the strategic needs assessment for drugs and alcohol.

A petition was presented at Tynwald Day calling for the drug to be allowed to be used for pain relief.

Ramsey MHK Dr Alex Allinson, who wants the government to consider legalising cannabis for medical purposes, said he hoped the DHSC report will be published soon and he will then put a motion to Tynwald, probably on the back of the Tynwald petition.

He said: ‘Hopefully this will

be in November.

‘The comments from the Chief Constable are more strident than last year and demonstrate a real argument for reclassifying cannabis as a class C drug rather than the current B. In his annual report, Mr Roberts noted: ‘Drugs policy is a matter for politicians.

‘The current situation ought not to continue. The island needs a new drug and alcohol strategy which focuses as much on health aspects as it does on enforcement issues.’

Crash

A motorist was cut free from this red Peugeot but was only slightly hurt

Driver cut free from car wreck A driver was only slightly injured after being cut free by firefighters from the wreckage of this Peugeot car after a collision with another vehicle.

The collision between the red Peugeot and a dark-coloured BMW on the Old Castletown Road near Port Soderick was described by a senior fire officer as ‘quite an impact.’

These photographs of the scene were released by the fire service.

Station officer David Cowley said that at about 6pm on Saturday a rescue vehicle and major pumping appliance from Douglas together with the duty officer were dispatched by the Emergency Services Joint Control Room

to the two-vehicle collision.

One person was trapped but was conscious throughout the rescue from the car.

Station officer Cowley said crews were ‘faced with a scene spanning over 100 metres in which two cars had suffered extensive damage’.

He later told the Examiner: ‘It was quite an impact.’

After liaising with the paramedics, crews used cutting and spreading equipment to free the driver of the Peugeot from the wreckage and assist with their transfer to the awaiting ambulance.

Police reported only ‘slight injuries.’

Crews left the scene about 40 minutes later,

Damaged BMW at the side of the road after the collision

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NEWS Mystery: Identity of potential buyer has not been revealed

Castle Mona is under offer

by Adrian Darbyshire adrian.darbyshire@iomtoday Twitter:@iomAdrian

The Castle Mona has been withdrawn from auction after an offer for the historic landmark was received.

It had been due to go under the hammer in London yesterday (Monday).

But Simon Riggall of auctioneers Lambert Smith Hampton said it had been tak-

en out of the auction catalogue after an offer in excess of the guide price had been received.

The identify of the potential buyer has not been revealed and nor has the size of their offer.

No guide price or reserve had been published but the auctioneers have been separately offering the seafront landmark for sale with offers in excess of £1m.

Mr Riggall told the Examiner: ‘We currently have an offer in hand which on the face

Business

‘We want glamour camping’

by Mel Wright

melwright@manx.net Twitter: @iomnewspapers

A petition supporting a proposed ‘glamorous camping’ site in Port Erin has 550 signatures.

A company called Micro Lodges wantd to constuct 10 pods for the site, to be run by Rowany Glamping.

Planners refused the plan, 17/00254/B, and said: ‘Were there support from local residents, the application may have gone forward with a recommendation to approve.

However, the proposal has proved controversial and worrying to people living nearby.’

They referred the proposal to the planning committee and added if the committee approved the plan, they should include conditions relating to planting, opening periods, possibly temporary approval, and returning the land to grass if glamping stops.

Port Erin Commissioners said people did support the proposal and lamented the fact objectors - not supporters - only usually respond to a plan.

Introducing the petition,

James Fennell of Micro Lodges said: ‘The site would be managed 24/7 and open year round including the 10 pods and a welcome centre.

‘Even though we have the support of Department of Economic Development and the commissioners, planning decided to refuse the application.

‘We feel this site would be of great economic value to Port Erin and the south creating a further 40 bed spaces in a high demand accommodation sector. It would also create three jobs in Port Erin and the associated income for local traders.’

The petition will be presented at the appeal hearing on July 25.

Commissioners’ clek Jason Roberts told the authority the DED recently produced a report ‘Isle of Man on-serviced accommodation report 2017’ (which has not been made public) recommending glamping and that five sites are required for this.

The authority agreed to attend the hearing.

Planning permission is granted by an arm of central government, not local authorities, in the Isle of Man.

of it is acceptable. It is a sufficiently good offer over the guide price to withdraw it from auction.

‘We are progressing this offer.’

But he said the Castle Mona is still on the market - and there were 25 other interested parties.

He said: ‘There are another 25 interested parties, including people overseas, who have registered an interest. They are not aware of the size of this offer.’

The Castle Mona

He said if sufficient progress was not made by a deadline of mid-September than the Castle Mona would go back in the catalogue for the next auction, which is in October.

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group the Wild Coast Group.

Alan Rice of the Wild Coast Group, which had plans for a top end hotel and private club together with retirement flats on the Palace Hotel site, confirmed he had not put in an offer.

And the self-styled HM King Sole of Moraceae has expressed surprise that an offer had been made.

He told MTTV it was ‘odd’ given that the new offer was apparently less than the £1.8m the Foundation had made in November. He said: ‘It could change again. I don’t believe it’s completely finished yet and we are interested in going all the way with that.’

The ‘King’, aka science fiction author Ian-James Clanton, had plans to turn the Castle Mona into a base for a new ’meritocratic monarchy’.

His £1bn crowd-funder for a futuristic floating earth station has raised £1,070.

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GLENDA CRITCHLEY’S DEATH report by Julie Blackburn julie.blackburn@iomtoday.co.im Twitter: @iomnewspapers

The family of an elderly dementia victim have spoken out at the care she received at an island nursing home – after she was found tied up in her nightie on two occasions shortly before her death.

When Eileen Ranson’s mum Glenda Critchley, who had advanced dementia, died in December 2015, just a few weeks short of her 96th birthday, the family initially thought it was a case of accepting the inevitable and celebrating a long life well lived.

But then events took a sudden and shocking turn.

Eileen said: ‘Mum died on December 15 and I was relieved because she was in a weary state, she’d had enough, she wasn’t going to recover. I wanted her to be released from the torment of the dementia.

‘She died on the Tuesday night so we started to plan a funeral: it was just before Christmas so we couldn’t have it until early January and we were going ahead with that.

A statement from the DHSC said: ‘The department responded promptly to concerns regarding Beaconsfield, both from a regulatory and safeguarding perspective, and continues to work with this provider to respond to concerns about care.’

Adorn Domiliciliary Care Ltd, which runs Beaconsfield, was offered the chance to comment but it has chosen not to do so.

Mum was treated so badly in final days

‘Then on the Saturday morning at nine o’clock the doorbell went and there were two police officers there who came to explain that there had been some complaint about the home. They didn’t tell us exactly what, but there were concerns about my mother’s

care. Obviously it was quite shocking to hear that.’

It turned out that one of the staff from Beaconsfield had reported finding Glenda being restrained by being tied up in her nightie just a few days before she died.

Eileen said: ‘I was shocked

Beaconsfield residential and nursing home in Ramsey

and saddened when I was told the detail of what had happened to my frail, helpless 95-year-old mother and this has lived with me ever since.’

Police at the time described her death as ‘unexplained’.

Five members of staff at the home were suspended while a joint investigation was carried out by police and the Department of Health and Social Care’s Safeguarding adults team.

The investigation concluded that Glenda’s treatment at Beaconsfield was not a contributory cause to her death.

This was confirmed at the inquest into her death when Coroner John Needham concluded she had died of natural causes, primarily from aspiration pneumonia as a result of her dementia.

Giving evidence at the inquest, a member of staff at the nursing home described coming into Glenda’s room in

the morning at the start of her shift.

She said she was horrified to pull back the covers and find her nightie had been tied in such a way that she couldn’t move.

‘The back of the nightie had been pulled between her legs and tied to the front of the nightie in three knots on top of each other,’ she said.

‘There was no chance Glenda would have been able to undo it. The top of the nightie was also tied.

‘Her arms had been put inside with her elbows bent. The right shoulder of the nightie had been pulled around the back of her neck and been tied in three big knots again.’

The Coroner found the issues of restraint were not connected or contributory to her death.

He also found no distinct evidence to back up allegations of over-medication.

But in relation to the tiedup nightie, he said: ‘I’m satisfied this was an inappropriate use of restraint in respect of Glenda and the evidence is that it shouldn’t have occurred.’

The Coroner said that because the issues of restraint were not connected to her death, he was not in a position to make a recommendation.

But he said it was ‘not something to be repeated in the care of anyone’.

provide. This is intended to help families when selecting a home, and is used by the regulator to ensure that providers are reaching an acceptable standard of care.

With regard to Mrs Critchley, approaches were made to other nursing home providers in the Isle of Man, with the support of social work staff, but her family concluded that a move would not have been in Mrs Critchley’s best interests at that time.

Both R&I and the Adult Safeguarding Team have continued to work with Beaconsfield to ensure that regulations and standards are met.

The department’s powers to intervene in a private

care provider are limited to those in force under the Regulation of Care Act. However, the department is currently developing the legal framework for the Safeguarding Board, which is independently chaired, and place upon all relevant bodies a duty to cooperate, and to raise awareness of the need to safeguard and protect vulnerable children and adults.

It is planned that this will be open to consultation later this year.

There are more than 800 rooms in residential and nursing homes in the Isle of Man, and the majority of those providing care for older people do so very effectively.

The DHSC is currently reviewing its specialist dementia services as there is currently a greater need for those people in the earliest stages of dementia who can remain in standard residential home but with enhanced care and they are looking to shift the focus of their resources accordingly.

The DHSC will continue to work with care providers across the island to promote high quality care.

If anyone has concerns about any care service, they can contact either the R&I Team or the Adult Safeguarding Team by calling 686179 or via email adultreferrals.dsc@ gov.im

Glenda Critchley

DHSC’s statement about Glenda Statement issued by the Department of Health and Social Care: The Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC) wishes to extend its sympathies to Mr and Mrs Ranson following Mrs Critchley’s death and what then must have been a very difficult period leading to the inquest earlier this year.

The DHSC’s Registration and Inspection Unit (R&I) is a stand-alone regulator which ensures compliance with the regulations and standards associated with the Regulation of Care Act 2013. As part of its role, R&I is required to carry out regular, unannounced inspections of all regulated services, including those in

the private sector such as the Adorn Domiciliary Care Limited Beaconsfield Tower Nursing Home (Beaconsfield).

Reports of these inspections are publicly available.

An inspection by R&I in August 2015 (which led to a report published in January 2016 – link) identified that Beaconsfield was not meeting Mrs Critchley’s care needs; and the concerns were such that an ‘adult protection’ referral was made to the DHSC Adult Social Care Safeguarding Team.

The DHSC worked with Beaconsfield through the autumn of 2015, bringing together specialists from Mental Health Services, Social Care

and R&I to support the home in meeting Mrs Critchley’s care needs.

Whilst the department provides specialist dementia care services for people with challenging behaviour, it does not provide any nursing care – this has been traditionally offered by the private sector.

Improving standards of care is always a partnership between the regulator and the service provider; but the care provider is required to ensure that they are able to meet the needs of their residents at all times.

Each provider must have a ‘statement of purpose’ which specifies the type and level of care that they are able to

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Glenda, who had lived in Blackburn, Lancashire, lost her husband, Bruce, in 1990 and became very lonely.

Eileen and her husband, Richard, invited her to come and live with them in Laxey.

Glenda also had a son, Bill, four grandchildren and five great-grandchildren To them, Glenda was a muchloved mum and ‘Nana’.

They remember her love of dogs, her lemon drizzle cake and prize-winning parkin, and her little garden with the strawberry patch.

In her early 90s Glenda began to show the first sign of dementia and the highly intelligent woman, who had once won a scholarship to Liverpool University and loved reading and crosswords, began to decline.

Eileen recalls: ‘Eventually it got to the stage where she was incontinent. It took two people to bathe her and she couldn’t be left alone.

‘When it got to the point where she could no longer walk we just couldn’t cope.’

Like many families in this position it still wasn’t an easy decision to put Glenda into nursing care. After looking around at several options they chose a private nursing home, Beaconsfield in Ramsey, where she had already had spells of respite care, and she went to live there in December 2014.

Although the home lacked a specialist dementia unit, Eileen said: ‘She went in because she couldn’t walk and I had assumed that, being a nursing home, they would be able to help her regain some of her mobility. She did initially but then she would forget that she couldn’t walk and she would try to walk and she fell quite badly a couple of times.’

Glenda with her daughter Eileen (left), granddaughter Rachel and great granddaughter Alice

You wouldn’t think it could happen here In August 2015, social services became involved after an officer from the registrations and inspection team went into the home and said that it wasn’t meeting Glenda’s psychological needs.

She was made an adult protection case.

Eileen said Beaconsfield wrote to her to say it was ter-

minating the contract as its staff could no longer cope with her mum.

The Ransons were left with few options.

They tried a number of other homes in the island but couldn’t find anywhere to take Glenda. At one point it was suggested that the family might fork out a further

£1,000 a week to pay for extra carers to go into the home.

Eileen says: ‘She wasn’t easy latterly. I could understand that: she shouted out, she did peculiar things. Social services couldn’t find anywhere else for her in the island, they were even talking about sending her to England.

‘Whilst we were concerned

about the findings of the registrations and inspection team we didn’t want her to have to move at that stage in her life.

All the agencies and professionals thought that Beaconsfield should be able to cope with more training and more awareness, so they were trying to offer this support.’

The Ransons appreciate

that there are a number of very good specialist dementia units on the island but their experience with Glenda’s care has left them feeling that a number of issues around elderly nursing care should be resolved.

Dementia is not exactly a rare condition these days and one might imagine that, if a nursing home that was costing around £4,000 a month could not cope, then Social Services or other concerned agencies should be able to find a place somewhere that was suitable.

‘It was a systematic failure. I just hope lessons can be learned,’ says Eileen and she adds: ‘If you read this in the paper you would think: “Gosh, I wouldn’t have thought anything like that went on in the Isle of Man” would you?’

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NEWS Inquest: 57-year-old was described as ‘a very generous and honest person with a great sense of loyalty’

Bruce chose to end life

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A former Royal Marine gave £11,000 to charities in the days before he took his own life, an inquest has heard.

Bruce John Robert Moon, aged 57, whose last address was Ballacriy Park, Colby, had been travelling before returning to the island on July 24.

The former Castle Rushen High School pupil’s body was found at Gob ny Gameron, a beach south of Niarbyl on August 8.

A post mortem examination could not ascertain a cause of death as it is thought Mr Moon’s body had been in the water for some time.

Coroner of Inquests Jayne Hughes recorded a verdict of suicide with a date of death between July 29 and 31, but cause of death unknown.

An inquest opened and adjourned on November 1 last year.

When the inquest resumed on Friday, the court heard how Mr Moon, who was born in Kenya but moved to the island with his family in 1964, was last seen when a taxi driv-

Former soldier emptied his bank account and gave to charities before he went to remote beach to kill himself

er dropped him off at the signpost leading to Eary Cushlin on July 29. He told the driver that he had lost his wallet while walking there and wanted to retrace his steps, but that he would either get a bus back or walk.

Mr Moon’s family were unaware that he was back on the island and thought that he was still travelling.

Evidence gathered from the airport and hotels on the island showed that he had arrived on a flight from Manchester on July 24.

Mr Moon’s sister Stella Craine said in a statement that her brother had served in Northern Ireland in the 1980s

and ‘saw quite a lot of awful things’.

On one occasion, a soldier who had gone on duty after Mr Moon was said to have been blown up.

Mrs Craine said that she thought her brother suffered from Post Traumatic Stress Disorder as a result of this but he had never been diagnosed.

After leaving the forces in 1983 Mr Moon worked on the island as an airport fireman, a driver for Colas and a railway labourer.

Mrs Craine said that her brother loved to read and was good with older people and children but struggled with his own generation.

She said that she thought he may have suffered with depression, had never known him to have a relationship and was concerned he had a drink problem for the last few years.

Mr Moon became a fulltime carer for his ill mother and was said to have refused any help with this.

He had a mini-stroke in 2012 but this had not seemed to adversely affect him as he continued walking and cycling.

In 2014, after his mother died, he decided to travel and went to Thailand, New Zealand and Australia.

In an email to his sister in July 2015 Mr Moon had talked

about walking into the Bush in Australia and just disappearing but she told him that was not a good idea.

Before he went travelling he gave his sister a folder which she did not open until she found out he had died.

In it, was a letter with instructions that his ashes be scattered at a place near to Eary Cushlin and for £5,000 to be shared between his nephews and nieces.

In the days leading up to his disappearance, bank statements showed transfers of £5,000 to Oxfam and £6,000 to the Royal British Legion.

A statement from Mr Moon’s friend, John Kearney

described him as a ‘very generous and honest person with a great sense of loyalty’.

Mr Kearney said that after serving in Belize and Cyprus Mr Moon was stationed in Northern Ireland and after a second tour of duty there was ‘never the same’.

Years before, Mr Moon had also told Mr Kearney that once his mother had died he would ‘walk into the Bush and that would be him gone’.

On another occasion he told his friend that ‘old age wasn’t for him’ and that he would ‘go into the water, swim for two minutes, then be gone’.

Mr Kearney said that Mr Moon had seemed obsessed with not being a burden to anyone and had become detached while looking after his mother.

The last time the pair met Mr Kearney said that Mr Moon had hugged him, something which he had not done for around 30 years, and that it felt like more than a temporary goodbye.

An email sent by Mr Moon to his brother, Alan, on July 27 ended with the line: ‘Duty’s done. Don’t worry about a thing brother.’

Mr Moon’s identity was confirmed by his tattoos and dental records.

Politics

MHK’s figures don’t add up Figures given by an MHK comparing the number of civil servants in the Isle of Man with those in the UK were misleading.

Union leader Angela Moffatt has hit out after Onchan MHK Julie Edge highlighted what she suggested was an overstaffed civil service.

The principal differences are how ‘civil servants’ are defined in each jurisdiction.

Mrs Edge told Tynwald that the UK had one civil servant for every 116 residents but in the island, with 2,500 civil servants for a population of 83,341, the ratio is one for every 33.

The court agreed to carry out audits into her claims.

Ms Moffatt said that in the Isle of Man many civil servants carried out roles not undertaken by civil servants in the UK. She said they included

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prison officers, social workers, engineers, scientists.

‘We have large numbers of people under the civil service who might be employed via public agencies, quangos or other bodies in the UK ‘For example, hospital admin and secretarial staff would fall under trusts in the UK.’ She added that in the past, non manual worker roles, or

roles which don’t easily fit under categories – for example teaching or health professionals - broadly end up employed as civil service or by analogy to the civil service – so there is an inflated number.

Ms Moffatt said: ‘The traditional idea of an army of “bureaucrats” hidden away in offices is just not the case on island.

‘We have large numbers of customer facing/frontline employees, who are categorised as “civil service” simply because they don’t easily fall under any other category and are employed by central government departments.

‘When you have the level of public services we have on the island (for a low rate of tax), what do people think is going to happen? That you pay low tax compared to the UK, get a higher level of public services AND employ virtu-

ally no-one to run them? I’m often accused of being in lala-land – but there are people expressing opinions like that who need to have their bubble popped.

‘Have a trip to the UK, or better still live there permanently, pay more tax and get fewer public services if you prefer.’

Mrs Edge suggested that 60 per cent of grading requests were granted. Ms Moffatt said that was misleading too.

‘Many are filtered out before they get to a formal evaluation process, so this leaves a pool of requests which are more likely to be stronger claims.

‘Secondly, people generally only ask for a review of their grade if they think it’s higher, and can evidence that!

‘Lastly, there have been broad reviews in certain areas where it was felt grades

might be “wrong” or structures needed to be reviewed.

‘Generally, this conforms to the pattern you’d expect – most roles are the “right” grade, a few are over-graded and a few are under-graded.

‘We know this because as a union we go in and deal with the fallout. The benefit of organisational reviews though is you get a much more holistic idea of what staffing numbers should be, based on what needs to be delivered – not just the narrow lens of “grade”.

PERCEPTION She added there was a perception that there are too many high level posts being paid too much.

Some of the highest grade posts in the Manx civil service are classed as ‘senior’, are in very distinct and high-paying professions, for example, law and accountancy. They are

paid the market rate.

‘You can review every post in government, but the question of how an organisation is structured, and the staff needed to deliver services is not going to be resolved by reviewing the grade,’ said Ms Moffatt.

‘You have to have a broad review which looks at staffing levels – a grade review of individual posts won’t achieve that.’

Ms Moffatt said a big issue was cost.

Grading 1,200-plus posts in the public sector, as suggested in Mrs Edge’s motion, would be ‘phenomenally expensive’.

‘I cannot see such a process being undertaken for much under £500,000,’ she said. ‘I’d expect it to be much higher by the end of the process.

‘Ultimately it won’t address the core issue of whether there are too many senior level posts.’

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NEWS: DOUGLAS COUNCIL Politics: Local authority wants to improve its links with the wider community in the capital

Council is to reach out to public

by John Turner

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Douglas Council is to adopt a range of measures, including councillors’ surgeries, to improve its engagement with the wider community.

The decision comes following the establishment by the council of a community engagement working group last year.

When the group was estab-

lished, council leader David Christian said it was a way of engaging better with the community and generating more interest and understanding of the council’s role. He also said it may help to boost turn-out in local elections.

Councillors have been told the group had considered a vast range of possible approaches and this had now been narrowed down to a list of specific points.

One of the most significant changes for voters in Douglas will be councillors’ surgeries,

which will be held in conjunction with those run by Douglas MHKs. These will take place for two hours, every second Saturday morning at the Sea Terminal. More details will be provided on the council’s web site and the surgeries are to be held for a trial period of one year.

Noting how rarely any members of the public attend the monthly council meetings, the council is to publicise its meeting agenda more prominently on the web site, using

a link direct from the home page. Although the information is already there, anyone browsing the web currently has to search to find it.

Shoppers in the town centre will also be provided with council information from electronic display boards. The proposal is to position these on Granville Street and Regent Street.

A council team may attend schools and other organisations, as well as various public events such as heritage open days, and use the opportunity

to publicise council services and amenities.

Benefits likely to be promoted include waste recycling, the Henry Bloom Noble Library, the parks department and the council’s role in providing street lighting in the capital.

Some voters might find a change in their polling station in future elections. This is to try to address low voter turnout at local elections. A review is to be done of the polling stations used and their convenience and accessibility to the

public. The council is also considering if it would be viable to offer proxy voting similar to what is available for Tynwald elections.

In addition, focus groups and user groups will be established to offer opinions on specific issues involving the council and council services.

The current newsletter explaining how rates money is spent by the council is to be redesigned in a more userfriendly format, but will remain the same for the time being.

Environment

Environment

Residents encouraged to love their home town

The run-down site at Villiers Square

Capital’s grot spot is still monitored Councillors at their latest meeting received an update on the state of run-down areas around the capital.

A particular area of concern was the lane by Villiers Square, which had been discussed at previous meetings.

Councillor Betty Quirk wanted to know if it was monitored for tidyness.

‘Last time I was down there, there appeared to be old oil containers lying around. And what sort of art-

work is going to be used on the hoardings?’ she asked.

The Manx Independent has previously reported plans to place artwork on the hoardings around the Villiers Square site itself to improve the appearance of the area.

Ritchie McNicholl, chairman of the environmental services committee, which monitors run-down areas in the capital, said: ‘The hoarding art work is nothing to do with us. They are going to con-

tact the owners to discuss what is put on it but something needs to be done sooner rather than later.’

Byelaws officers are to be alerted about the state of the lane to assess if action can be taken for breach of byelaws.

Councillors were told the Villiers Square area was monitored, and the area would be subject to a further notice if there was no sign of progress with the artwork in the coming weeks.

Hoardings around the former Athol Hotel site on Regent Street were also a source of concern to councillors but they were told this fell beyond their remit.

They heard that the hoarding was there to protect the land and prevent accidents that could result from members of the public attempting to climb the steel structure supporting the property adjacent to the site.

Responding to questions

raised by various councillors, Councillor McNicholl noted the Nook – the former convenience shop at the bottom of Quarterbridge Road – had been tidied up and now looked considerably better.

He also noted concerns voiced by a number of members about the state of number 12, Derby Square.

‘We believe this is dependent on the result of a planning decision at the moment,’ he said.

A new campaign could help to generate civic pride and encourage members of the public to care for their environment.

That’s the view of Douglas Council which is to launch a Love Where You Live campaign during 2017.

The council’s environmental services committee has been considering a report by the council’s engineering and waste services manager which suggests launching the campaign in October.

Councillors were told the previous Big Tidy Up campaign had run for a number of years and had particularly focused on schools around the borough but it had seen variable success.

Effectiveness varied with term time and school holidays and the overall impact had lessened in recent years.

The new campaign will focus on radio, the council web site, social media and banners to promote its launch, and the campaign itself will use a cross section of different events to drive the message home.

The Love Where You Live campaign is promoted in Britain by Keep Britain Tidy, with celebrity ambassadors Kirsty Allsopp and Ben Fogle. Numerous campaigns running in the UK are pursued, from purges against dog excrement and littering to promoting and celebrating community green spaces.

The Douglas campaign will involve community and youth groups, schools, businesses and sports associations.

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Unearthing finds at a prehistoric burial site A team of archaeologists, students and local volunteers have been investigating what was believed to be a burial mound in fields just south of the village of Kirk Michael.

Julie Blackburn visited the site last week to see what they have managed to unearth.

T

he dig was directed by former Castle Rushen High School pupil Dr Rachel Crellin, who now lectures in archaeology at Leicester University, and Dr Chris Fowler who is a lecturer at Newcastle University.

The project team, supported by Manx National Heritage, has been investigating prehistoric round mounds for the past 12 months carrying out desk-based research, geophysical surveys, and mapping.

The island is home to over 160 round mounds. Round mounds are earthen mounds built over human burial sites.

They are found throughout the British Isles and in continental Europe. First appearing in the Neolithic period, around 3800-3600 BC, different kinds of round mounds were built sporadically during the Neolithic and in large numbers during the Early Bronze Age. Dr Crellin said: ‘One of the things that makes archaeology so interesting is that we can do all kinds of geophysical surveys, we can look at old maps, aerial photographs and

The team of volunteers at work

Dr Rachel Crellin, a former Castle Rushen High School student, is directing the dig

read everything written about a site – but – until we actually excavate it we still do not really know what it is.’

As it turns out, the site has yielded some interesting finds including the collar of what is believed to be a burial urn – in those days on the Isle of Man people who died were routinely cremated and one of these urns was placed upside down on top of their ashes.

They have also found a number of pieces of flint

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which have been carefully and painstakingly fashioned into tools.

Dr Fowler showed us one of them, a smooth piece with bevelled edges which fits beautifully into the thumb and palm of a right-handed person. This was using for scraping the fat from the inside of animal hides which could then be dried.

It is significant that the site chosen by these early inhabitants of the island over-

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looks the sea with a good view of both Scotland and Ireland.

Amber Roy, outreach officer for the project, explained: ‘There was lots of movement of ideas and material culture around this ear of the Irish Sea and the Isle of Man was at the centre of this.’

The team have been keen to share their findings on the island. They have been running workshops for local schoolchildren about the excavation and what archaeologists do.

A tool made from flint, used for scraping animal hides

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They have also been offering the public the chance to take part in daily site tours where the archaeologists have shown them around the excavations and explained their findings.

The team will be returning to the island to take part in the heritage open says in the autumn and run more workshops for schools exploring what archaeologists can learn from skeletons.

Dr Crellin added: ‘A burial mound like this has not been

excavated on the island for some time – by using modern techniques we hope to learn new things about the site and about prehistory on the island more generally.

‘This has been a really exciting opportunity to shed new light on our prehistory and we are really grateful for the support of the landowners, MNH and the Isle of Man Steam Packet.’

See www.roundmounds. wordpress.com

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NEWS Commissioners: Planning proposal to use leisure facility to park cars is rejected

No car parking on tennis court say planners

by John Turner

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Planners have refused an application by Onchan District Commissioners for alterations to Onchan Park.

The commissioners had applied for planning permission (17/00200/B) to change the use of the tennis courts off Belgravia Road to provide a car park. The plans would also have seen a new entrance made to the site.

The decision was made on July 12 but the commissioners

have 21 days from that date to appeal before it becomes fixed.

In their decision, planners said: ‘The proposed development would cause substantial harm to the character, appearance and visual amenity of the area by reason of the use of the site as a car park from open space/recreation use and therefore changing the character and appearance of site and street scene.’

Referring to the access to the area, it added: ‘The application has failed to demonstrate that a safe and acceptable means of access to the site is achievable.’

Planners also believed the proposal would have an adverse effect on neighbours, saying: ‘the proposed development would cause substantial harm to the residential amenities of neighbouring properties through the noise created by the additional traffic generated by the development and also the same traffic then manoeuvring within the site to park.’

Back in March, Onchan Commissioners held a drop in day asking members of the public to submit ideas for the future of Onchan Park. This followed a public consultation on plans for the park

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Onchan Park tennis courts

which included a refurbished grandstand at the raceway and installation of an all-weather sports pitch with clubhouse and changing facilities, upgrading the cafe and enhanc-

ing the popular crazy golf attraction.

It was suggested income from the public and private car parking could pay for improved sports facilities in the

park. The tennis courts had also been identified as possible building land, to be used for social housing, with income from this again reinvested in the park.

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NEWS Politics: Quayle says we’ll need our own version of the EU Repeal Bill

New Manx legislation for Brexit The Isle of Man might never have been in the European Union but Brexit does mean it will have to bring in new legislation.

Chief Minister Howard Quayle MHK says the Isle of Man will have its own version of the EU Repeal Bill published yesterday by the UK government.

The UK’s legislation – formally entitled the European Union (Withdrawal) Bill - will repeal its European Communities Act and ‘domesticate’ applicable EU laws into the

tain, amend, or repeal EU laws which apply to the Isle of Man under Protocol 3.’

Protocol 3 of the UK’s European Communities Act set out the relationship of the Crown Dependencies, of which the Isle of Man is one, to the UK. Broadly, it allowed free trade in goods but not services.

Mr Quayle (circled right) added: ‘This is not going to be a quick or straightforward task.

In the UK it has been estimated that there are some 20,000 EU instruments which apply to it as an EU Member State.

UK statute book.

It will then be possible for the UK to amend or repeal those laws to suit its needs following Brexit.

Mr Quayle said: ‘The UK Repeal Bill is likely to be the subject of much debate in Westminster, and we will follow its passage with great interest.

‘We have our own European Communities Act and, as we have stated in our periodic reports, our Act will need to be repealed, and provision will have to be made to either re-

‘For us, because of our more limited relationship with the EU, the number is significantly lower, but there are still thousands of EU measures which have applied to the island because of Protocol 3, and hundreds which we have applied in the Isle of Man using our own laws.

‘In addition, many of our other laws either refer to EU law, or EU institutions, and they may need to be amended too’.

It is anticipated that an Isle of Man Repeal Bill will

be brought forward later this year.

Further legislation, including in respect of customs and immigration, will also need to be put in place before the UK leaves the EU. Mr Quayle said: ‘As I have said before, the level of the island’s engagement over the Brexit process is unprecedented. We, together with our colleagues in the Channel Is-

lands, are maintaining close contact with the UK Government as its negotiations with the EU continue and as it develops new legislation.

‘Beyond Brexit, we may continue to apply some EU law if we choose to do so and it is felt to be in our interests. But in the future any EU law which is to have effect in the Isle of Man will be a matter solely for Tynwald.’

Preschool is to open soon

Infrastructure

A service for children under school age is to open at Ashley Hill School, Onchan, in September.

The ‘Buzz preschool’ will have up to 24 children, who will have two-and-a-half hours sessions that will be free for parents.

The sessions are fully funded by the government’s preschool credit voucher, available to all parents with children who will be four years old before the end of August 2018.

The preschool will be operated by the team behind Hopes and Dreams nursery and The Buzz Out of School Clubs following a request by Peter Lewis, the headteacher at Ashley Hill.

Take another Glanz

Maine Road, in Port Erin, is being resurfaced after long campaign by residents

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End of road for residents’ complaints

The long-running saga of Port Erin’s unadopted Maine Road is coming to an end and it is being resurfaced.

For many years residents have been campaigning for the road - which was blighted by pot holes and assorted building equipment - to be adopted.

Residents are ‘over the moon’ that what has been a long process is at an end said one, speaking anonymously.

Property owners are required to pay for half the cost of the work and the Department of Infrastructure (DoI) contacted residents asking for their opinions on resur-

facing the road. Over half said they wanted it to go ahead, so the scheme is progressing.

Costs are based on the size of the area in front of each residence.

‘We are over the moon our road is finally being made up,’ said the resident.

He added Phil Gawne, for-

mer DoI minister had been instrumental in promoting the scheme as had Rushen MHK and Speaker Juan Watterson.

Adopting roads is easier and ‘more affordable’ than people think, he said.

‘Residents have fought hard though and now thanks to the DoI who have engaged

with us, and JCK who are doing a superb job, we will finally get our road back.

‘It’s been a long and difficult journey but thanks to the persistence of residents, Maine Road will finally be a very nice place to live and somewhere to be proud of in Port Erin.’

In an article in the Examiner on June 30 about how a Hollywood film director is wanting to film his next movie in the island, we named him as Peter Glantz rather than Peter Glanz.

There is another Hollywood film director by the name of Peter Glantz and we inadvertently attributed his film credits to those of Peter Glanz.

Peter Glanz’s actual film credits include The Longest Week, starring Jason Bateman and a music video for Carly Rae Jepsen’s I Really Like You.

Wrong kind of lawyer In the Isle of Man Examiner of June 27, we wrongly said that a court defendant, Edward Bradshaw Gillibrand, was an advocate.

He wasn’t. He was a solicitor.

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NEWS Tynwald preview: Steam Packet and Douglas promenade on the agenda for the July sitting

A lot for Ray to do today

by Paul Speller

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Troubled waters will be navigated during the final Tynwald sitting of the parliamentary year, starting today (Tuesday), ensuring there will be plenty to talk about during the summer recess.

Anyone looking for Infrastructure Minister Ray Harmer MHK (circled) after this week’s sitting is best advised to seek out the nearest darkened room to the legislative buildings, where he will almost certainly be lying down.

Whether by his design, or by that of others, he finds

himself not only having to steer the debate on whether the Steam Packet’s revised offer of a sea services agreement should be accepted – and what to do if it is not – but, he will also lay before his parliamentary colleagues the latest proposals for a new promenade redevelopment scheme.

The chances of either debate being short and to the point are akin to Katie Hopkins being nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize.

Not only that, Mr Harmer will also be seeking Tynwald support for the new National Infrastructure Strategy.

In another month, the potential for this to lead to numerous grievances coming to the fore would be great. But,

fatigue may mean that, on this occasion, the infrastrategy – as we can only hope it will be dubbed – should be a more straight-forward task than the other two items. There is a good chance, however, if it has been read closely, that the Jargon Police will be getting a call.

In the 40-item agenda, there is one notable absence.

Earlier this year, Chief Minister Howard Quayle indicated the report of the Karran inquiry would be laid before the July Tynwald. Although the report, including some damning commentary on the parole system, has been published, it has not appeared on the agenda.

What does appear – again – is more about parliamen-

tary reform. The debate on Lisvane may have only been a few weeks ago, but it appears members are already suffering withdrawal symptoms.

A report by the Select Committee on the Functioning of Tynwald will be placed before the chamber.

It seeks authority to consider whether MLCs should be able to vote on the appointment of the chief minister and whether the Bishop should retain his vote, as well as whether MHKs should be eligible for

Politics

Our telecoms need a lot of investment

by Paul Speller

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‘Substantial’ investment will be needed from island telecommunications providers to keep up with modern demands, a government department says.

A ‘national infrastructure strategy’ will be placed before Tynwald for approval this week.

One of the main areas to be looked at by the Department of Infrastructure is the telecommunications sector and it will take major investment for the Isle of Man to keep up to speed.

‘The provision of high quality, reliable and affordable telecommunications infrastructure will be crucial to developing the island’s economy,’ the DoI report states.

‘As such, there will be a need for the telecommunication provision to be both up to date and quick to react to business needs.’

The report adds: ‘The future demand for high speed data in the home will be seen as a utility akin to water, electricity or gas and this will need to be taken into consid-

eration in the future planning of the island.

‘This is likely to lead to a need to increase the provision of wi-fi connectivity and speed/download capacity of wi-fi across the island, as well as increased uses of telecommunications in the commercial sector.’

It says that island providers will follow global advances being made in 5G technology, which opens the possibility of a 5G wireless network across the island ‘if the technology and installation is financially viable for them to do so’.

DATA As well as increasing the speed of data transfer and downloads, it should increase connectivity and assist the development of the ‘internet of things’, a network of internet-connected objects able to collect and exchange data using embedded sensors.

‘However, the roll-out of a 5G network around the island will require substantial investment from the providers,’ says the report.

‘It will require additional transmitters and receivers to be installed island-wide and will also rely on the good-

will of many landowners and delivery of future capital property owners in order to schemes by identifying when do so. assets need to be construct‘Market forces will also ed or replaced. It also encourimpact on the delivery of 5G, ages ‘partnership working’ both in terms of consumer across the public and private behaviour to pay for it, but sectors. also, should one provider Work should support the pursue the implementation strategy’s overarching aim ‘to of 5G, it is then likely that oth- ensure there is an integrated, ers will follow.’ reliable, secure and resilient The report also points provision of island-wide inout fixed line broadband is frastructure that meets the ‘essential’ to the economy social and economic needs of and better services with im- the island up to 2050’. proved connectivity are viInfrastructure Ministal for economic ter Ray Harmgrowth. said: ‘The ‘The future demand er Telecommui s l a n d ’s i n for high-speed data nications is just f ra s tr uc tu re one area covered will be seen as akin supports eveby the strategy, to water, electricity ry facet of our which the delives. It enables or gas’ partment says the movement aims to set out a of people and framework to meet social and goods, provides our homes economic need for the next and businesses with power, 30 years. water and telecoms and helps Tynwald will be asked to our economy to flourish. support the strategy.

‘The demands on our inIt includes an audit, which frastructure are continually finds the current infrastruc- evolving and it is important ture is generally in good con- to ensure we are well placed dition having benefited from to respond to future needs.’ ‘significant’ investment over He added: ‘It will coordithe past 15 years. nate efforts to ensure we preThe strategy will help pare for the future in the most to inform the planning and effective way possible.’

nomination to the Legislative Council.

That is item 20 on the agenda. Moving not-so-swiftly on to items 37 and 38, and Lawrie Hooper (LibVannin, R a m s e y) h a s motions calling for the bishop to lose his vote and that MLCs should not vote on the appointment of the chief minister – and that the recommendations should be referred to the Select Committee on the Functioning of Tynwald to report with recommendations to Tynwald.

It’s possible that this is a

superior level of joined-up thinking, in that Mr Hooper’s motions will enable the select committee to get cracking straight away if its own report is approved. We hope so.

There’s plenty more on the agenda, including the Chief Constable’s annual report.

We haven’t even mentioned the 52 questions tabled for this week’s sitting. Thankfully, half of these are for written answer, as a whole range of important issues are covered and a few manifesto pledges to raise matters are ticked off.

At that stage, we could start a public debate about the length of time until the next sitting (October), or we may just find out of there’s another darkened room available.

Crime

The cannabis plants pictured on the police Facebook page

A police plant The police have issued a cheeky request on Facebook after some cannabis plants were found.

It reads: ‘Calling green fingers are you missing some cannabis plants?

‘We have them safely stored at Ramsey police station.

‘If you would like to come and collect your plant pots please call in to Ramsey police station. (We’ll keep the plants).’

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BUILDINGS AT RISK Architecture:

Moderne: style of choice for the adventurous in the 1930s

by Peter Kelly

Isle of Man Victorian Society

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ost people can recognise Victorian and Edwardian architecture, although Georgian architecture, on the Isle of Man, is a little more difficult as we were still building in Georgian style a good 10 years into Victoria’s reign.

Some people think Baillie Scott’s style is Art Nouveau when it is Arts and Crafts, and there is a generalisation that all 1930s architecture is Art Deco, which is not the case.

On the island there are a handful of 1930s buildings erected for adventurous clients which fall into the little heard of architectural class known as ‘Moderne’.

This is a late type of Art Deco that emerged in the 1930s and the principal difference was it lacked the architectural ornament to be found on Art Deco buildings, which was particularly evident around doorways and at the top of skyscrapers.

Moderne architecture emphasised curved forms, long horizontal lines and sometimes introduced nautical elements such as portholes.

It brought with it corner windows where from the outside there didn’t appear to be any support to the corner of the building whereas there was a steel pole on the inside hidden by the window frame.

S m o oth f i n i s h e d a n d painted external walls were a prerequisite of the style, and some properties had walls or part walls of Pilkington glass blocks.

Flat roofs were also a necessary element of the design, along with parapet walls and sunbathing areas.

The Moderne style moved into the design of other items such as clocks, radios, furniture and even cars. Windows were manufactured by the Crittal Company and were made of galvanised steel. They were entirely of the casement type compared to the Victorian and Edwardian sliding sash type.

They were also long landscape style to let in as much light as possible. The Daily Mail Ideal Home Exhibition

A post-war Moderne building from the drawing board of Wilfred Quayle, the nurses’ home, built at a cost of £170,000 in 1950-52 by R. Costain and Sons of Liverpool. In need of renovation, it lends itself for many alternative uses. Demolition is not an option

of 1934 had complete houses built in the exhibition hall which they advertised as the ‘Village of Tomorrow’. Containing many of the features listed above, the nickname evolved of ‘Sun-trap houses’.

The Daily Mail produced an annual book entitled ‘The Daily Mail Book of House Plans’, and this continued for over 30 years. The pages showed a perspective drawing of a finished dwelling along with a plan and elevations drawn to a small scale.

They were designed by different architects and you could buy a proper set of working plans through the newspaper.

One local resident to buy such a set of plans was John H. Begg who ran Windsor House guesthouse in Port Erin. He bought a plot of land at Glen

Vine and had his Moderne house erected by Creer Brothers of Douglas in 1933-4.

It was a five-bedroomed house with a built-in wardrobe in each room, there was a dining room and a sitting room, an integral garage, a tiled bathroom with a terrazzo floor, good kitchen facilities, two verandahs, sun traps, a flat roof for sunbathing and its own supply of electricity as well as a tennis court.

It cost over £2,000 to build and was described by local architect A. J. Davidson as ‘The most modern house in the Isle of Man’.

It was called ‘Redlines’, but later the name was changed to ‘Fairwinds’. It was both the first and best Moderne house in the island. It was demolished in the early 1990s and replaced by a small housing

estate.

When the Quarter Bridge was widened, it necessitated the demolition of a house and cafe run by Mr. J. Cowin. The highway authority agreed to replace the buildings on a site across the road. Mr Cowin engaged A. J. Davidson to produce the plans, but the design came from his assistant C. J. Kneen. He produced the best known Moderne dwelling on the island, ‘The Nook’, which was built in 1937 and shows on many TT pictures.

In that year, C. J. Kneen also designed, via his employer, a dwelling for Mr. F. S. James on the paddock of Ballabrooie House, just a stone’s throw from The Nook, but it is hidden in the trees. In this, curved walls and corner windows were in abundance and there was a circular hall with day-

light coming down through an apparent circular tower.

Parapet walls on the flat roof had built-in flowerbeds.

The house is still in existence and like The Nook is a registered building.

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omas and Barrett designed some Moderne houses on King Edward Road in Onchan, but they have had alterations over the years. At the entrance to Groudle Glen they designed Glenholme, a combined shop, cafe and dwelling to replace the former cafe that came from the Iron Pier in Douglas.

This had a sun terrace at first floor level that was used as part of the cafe. On the centre section, to overcome the expense of glass blocks, a tim-

ber window frame was made, divided into six inch square panes to give the same effect.

Even Douglas Corporation moved into Moderne architecture with the design of public toilets alongside the TT Grandstand. This contributes to the architectural heritage of the island, but is much under-appreciated. Just prior to the Second World War, Lomas and Barrett designed a Moderne hotel with public bars on Douglas Promenade.

This was the first major work designed by newly-qualified J. P. Lomas. Unfortunately, the outbreak of war saw the building work coming to an end, with three more floors of bedrooms never to be built.

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Architects of Moderne architecture Once described as the most modern house on the Isle of Man and photographed just prior to its demolition in the early 1990s, Redlines was the home of John Begg and his family and cost over £2,000 to build in 1933-4.

One of the Moderne houses designed by Norman Barrett on King Edward Road, Onchan. Some have had pitched roofs added along with other alterations that have lost the original simplistic design of the architect.

The Nook, house and café built for Mr J Cowin as a replacement for an old cottage and shop cum café where the Quarter Bridge Hotel car park now stands.

The first set of plans drawn by Claude Kneen had the shop on the left but then revised plans had it mirror imaged.

Designed by Leslie Hamilton Kearne A.R.I.B.A. the senior architectural assistant in the Borough Surveror and Engineer’s Department, this block stands close to the TT Grandstand. Note the period style writing on the upstand.

Ravenscourt on Peel Road, close to the Nook but hidden by trees. Note the window without a corner on the left and the sun terraces at first floor level. The house was designed for Mr. F.S. James and again the plans were drawn by the young Claude Kneen.

rather than render.

During the war, building work was suspended, save for military buildings. When the island’s architects returned to the island they designed in the styles they were using before the war until new styles and materials came into being.

A. J. Davidson designed the new Clothworkers’ School at Peel with certain overtones of Moderne – flat roof, long lines, lots of metal window frames and porthole windows.

It was W. T. Quayle, however, who designed the largest Moderne building in the island in 1950.

It took two years to build, contained 138 bedrooms, had 300 windows and was the largest building to be erected on the island since the pre-war Ballakermeen School of A. J. Davidson. It was the nurses’

home, which provided accommodation for 95 nurses and 42 sisters. It was built at a cost of £170,000 by R. Costain and Sons of Liverpool, a firm started in Victorian times by Richard Costain of Colby.

Built with a steel frame and finished with facing brick in Flemish bond, it had Crittal windows, it was, and still is, an iconic building.

It should be registered and it is quite capable of adaptation for open plan offices to accommodate many departments of government.

If it were in any of the major cities it would be purchased by developers and fitted out as superior apartments, with a unique selling point of being in a ‘Moderne Building’.

It is far too special and too important to demolish, it just needs a new lease of life.

The front entrance to Ravenscourt.

Note the curved glass in the windows and the central tower that lets light down into the circular hall below.

The first commission for Jimmy Lomas ,the construction of the Crescent Hotel in Douglas was brought to an abrupt end at the outbreak of the Second World War and so the three extra floors of bedroom accommodation were never built and what was intended as a new hotel on Douglas Promenade became a pub. What would have been the dining room became ‘The Spanish Lounge’. The tiled façade was changed some years ago with a rendered finish to look like tiles but the colour has faded and that Daily Express building appearance has been lost for the moment. The building was sold recently and its future is uncertain. Registration should be considered.

Norman Midgley Barrett Born 1888. Articled and then assistant to W. H. Atkinson in Colne, Lancashire, 1905-1910.

Set up his own practice at Barnoldswick, Yorkshire, 1910, then war service 1915-19. In 1919, he joined W. H. Lomas and took over Mr Atkinson’s practice, trading as Lomas and Barrett in Colne and from 1920 in Douglas also.

Following the death of his partner in 1932, he continued the practice on his own (with assistants) until the Second World War. He was a registered architect and was elected as a licentiate of the Royal Institute of British Architects on 5 March 1934.

Alexander John Davidson Born 1902 and educated at Tynwald Street School in Douglas. From 1919 to 1924 he served articles with his maternal uncle W. M. Kerruish FSI. He qualified as an associate of the Surveyors Institution then attended the School of Architecture at Liverpool University for five years.

He became ARIBA in 1928 and set up practice in Douglas.

During this time he spent six months in the office of Julius Gregory in New York.

He was elected a member of the Town Planning Institute in 1939. He became a Fellow of the RIBA in 1941 before joining the Royal Engineers, ending up as a Major.

Returning to the island after the war, he took his chief assistant, E. W. Marsh, into partnership in February 1946.

Marsh went to Perth, Australia, in October 1953 to set up his own practice.

Claude Jennings Kneen (Bill) Born 1915, educated at Douglas High School for Boys then articled to A J Davidson, Chartered Architect in Athol Street, Douglas.

Passed final examination of the Chartered Surveyors Institute in 1938. During the Second World War, he served as a Captain in the Royal Engineers in the Middle East.

In June 1946, he took up an appointment as assistant architect at Barking Borough Council.

He was elected a licentiate of the Royal Institute of British Architects and returned to the Island in September 1947 to join the practice of Davidson and Marsh as a partner. He was the architect of

All Saints Church, Douglas, which closed recently.

James Philipps Lomas (Jimmy) Born at Barnoldswick, Yorkshire, in July 1914. He came to the island with his parents in 1920 and was educated at Ellesmere School and King William’s College.

He spent a year in the office of Lomas and Barrett before attending the School of Architecture at Liverpool University 1931-36. He became an ARIBA in January 1937 and worked in the Douglas office of Lomas and Barrett as senior assistant until 1940 when he joined the Royal Navy as an AB and was discharged after the war as a Lieutenant Commander.

Returning to the island, he practiced as J. Philipps Lomas and became FRIBA in 1954.

William Harold Lomas (Harry) Born in Burnley in 1881.

His great-grandfather was the first mayor of Burnley. He served his articles with W. H. Atkinson, architect, surveyor and estate agent of Colne. In 1919, he entered into partnership with N. M. Barrett and took over Atkinson’s practice.

They acted for the Lancashire and Yorkshire Bank in the alteration of a premises in Douglas and W. H. Lomas took up residence here, also working on the Masonic Temple, Royalty Cinema, Crescent Cinema and several hotels. He died aged 51 in 1932.

Wilfrid Taggart Quayle Born in Douglas in 1902, he was educated at King William’s College which he left in 1919. He became articled to Jos. E. Teare, local architect and surveyor.

He qualified as a Fellow of the Surveyors Institute in 1925 and became assistant to Mr Teare.

From 1931 to 1936 he was assistant architect at Nottingham Corporation. He returned to the island and set up in private practice at 29 Athol Street. From 1941-44, he was in the RAF Volunteer Reserves, mentioned in dispatches and invalided out of the service with the rank of A/ Flight Lieut.. He became FIAA in 1940 and his FSI became FRICS in 1945.

He was appointed diocesan surveyor in 1959. He died in April 1982.

He was the brother-in- law of A. J. Davidson.

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WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPS

David and Erica have a champion time at tin baths

by Alan Vincent

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It was a case of the old and the new at the World Tin Bath Championships in Castletown as the women’s race was won by a familiar face but the men’s event had a new champion.

Erica Cowin won the women’s event for the 19th time while David Watt won his first championship.

The men’s race saw David beat Nick Thornley into second with last year’s champion Thomas Parry coming in third.

In the ladies’ event it was deja vu with Erica winning yet again ahead of Jennifer Chance, who was second, and Suzanne Slater, who was third.

The men’s and ladies’ team events were won by the Social Network team consisting of David, Toby Flack and Alvin Rogers, and Erica, Jennifer Chance and Abigail Morgan respectively. The veterans’ race was won

by Thomas Parry beating Alvin Rogers into second.

Jack Sleight took the dubious honour of the first bath to sink while best turned out bath prize went to Dave Kelly.

The snake race was won by the ‘Don’t Panic’ team, and the best dressed team award went to ‘Mad Cows with Brows’.

Peter Wicke won £250 to be donated to charity for making the best attempt at flying.

Organiser and commentator for the day, Dave Collister, said that the Castletown Ale Drinkers’ event raised more than £5,000 for local charities, with £240,000 having been raised over the last 25 years.

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Erica Cowin on her way to her 19th tin bath world title

More madcap fun at the tin bath races

One man makes light of the recent decision

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Another attempt at flying comes to an abrupt end

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a local butcher intending to move out of Castletown

Jason Whittaker and Steven Volter battle it out in the tin bath race

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Dave Kelly in his Beach Buddies tin bath which won best turned out bath

Action from the snake race

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COMMENT

It’s time to look at the laws on cannabis The ‘war on drugs’ has always been simplistic and, to some degree, pointless.

In particular, there’s cannabis.

Every week someone goes before the courts charged with possession. Sometimes it’s worth under £1.

We make no apology for reporting these appearances.

Part of our job is to ensure that ‘justice’ is seen to be done.

Our readers are bright enough to decide for themselves whether lumbering such people with a criminal record and spending so much money on police resources is a good idea.

If we didn’t report it, our readers would never know that such a situation existed.

The Chief Constable says his hands are tied. While the police don’t take people to court for a first offence, they can only uphold the law.

They don’t pass the laws.

Our politicians do that.

The chief says we need a sensible mature debate about what drugs should be decriminalised. He’s right.

What benefit does society gain from these crimes?

Perhaps it actually would be better off if fewer people ended up dealing drugs, meaning fewer harmful crimes were committed.

The case for medical use is a separate but important debate too.

Let’s lead the way on this issue.

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Letters DEMONSTRATION

MoneyVal’s view is not logical Our chief constable is pleased that the small number of completed investigations is a positive sign that our financial sector is not involved in terrorism financing (Manx Independent 13 July). That’s good news.

MoneyVal however is of the opinion that the absence of investigations is proof that the island’s ‘approach’ must be negligent.

It seems to me that MoneyVal came to the island under pressure to reveal the island to be a hot spot of terrorist financing. They failed But regulators have senior regulators upon their backs to bite ‘em, and those regulators have even more senior regulators, and so ad infinitum. So failure was not an option.

Council of Europe (or whoever is behind MoneyVal nowadays) demanded results that conformed with their predictions.

There are very few convictions for murder on our beautiful island. Does this mean that, actually, there are lots and lots of murders, but our police force is incompetent?

MoneyVal’s approach would suggest that is the case.

Fred Newton Laureston Close Douglas STEAM PACKET

Weakening the govt’s position To put it mildly I was stunned and flummoxed by your report that the Department of Infrastructure has made a public statement that the Steam Packet could put up fares and damage services in the run-up to 2026 if it doesn’t successfully renegotiate the user agreement.

Why are they saying this just ahead of our politicians looking at the proposed deal?

How does it strengthen the resident and taxpayer hand in negotiations?

If the DoI wish to say anything publicly to support politicians in the negotiations it should surely be to point out that the value of the IOMSPCo to its owners will plummet if it does not do more to make its bid more acceptable to politicians by better satisfying business, tourist and resident needs in its proposal.

Hopefully our MHKs will have some very severe words with those in the DoI who

Write to: Opinions, Isle of Man Newspapers, Publishing House, Peel Road, Douglas, IM1 5ED or email: opinions@iomtoday.co.im Don’t forget to include your name, home address and a daytime phone number.

are deliberately or by default weakening the government’s negotiating position by their utterances.

Our public representatives might also wish to ask Ann Reynolds what happened to the much trumpeted process she and Phil Gawne initiated to generate expressions of interest in our strategic sea services.

Supposedly, and as reported by yourselves in the past, there were a large number of expressions of interest in progressing bids from ‘serious’ ferry company operators.

The one proper commercial way of evaluating the IOMSPCo’s bid would be to compare it with other rival bids.

All businesses and residents have the right to ask if this commercial comparison of rival bids for our long term vital strategic sea service is not going to be done why is it not?

Paul Fellows Bowling Green Road Castletown

contradictory.

It’s almost humours. pious self-righteousness, pride, anger at anyone choosing to live their own lives in a way which contradicts their religious beliefs, total arrogance in believing themselves to have the right to tell others what they can or can not do with their own bodies, going so far as to say they openly and actively believe a woman should suffer torment for an already harrowing experience.

In the religion they preach, those things themselves are classed as sins. I would call and ask for a ban on these kinds of demonstrations.

There are churches and the like that people can attend if they hold similar views.

Please, keep it out of our modern day, enlightened main town centres and lifestyles.

Name and address supplied.

DEMONSTRATION

A coroner’s court has released the sad account of a brave soldier’s last act of despair as he ended his life by walking into the sea from the lonely beach at Gob ny Gameron.

It is possible that he was suffering from post traumatic stress disorder from his service in Northern Ireland.

He was 57 and had medical problems for some time and as a marine may not have wanted to experience the inevitable decline into frail old age.

Suicide should not be a crime and it seems outrageous that this item is still published in the crime section of the newspaper.

As an ageing society we need to discuss the difficult option of assisted suicide.

As an octogenarian I am aware that quite a few of my peers would prefer to make an informed choice when to end their lives.

This option is available in several European countries but realistically it becomes more difficult to make the flights and comply with the travel requirements as you approach the age when you feel you need to die.

We now live in a less religious society and are offered multiple options and choices throughout our long lives.

Surely there has to be a more humane solution than the long and lonely march into a cold and cruel sea.

James McDonald Address supplied l Editor’s note: Mr Mc-

Religious views like food choices I write regarding the letter last week concerning the abrasive and self-righteous demonstrations in our main town centre.

Religious views are like food choices. People make theirs.

Do they then take their food and attempt to ram it down the throats of anybody passing by?

Going so far as to suggest that they ‘should’ be eating it?

No, they do not.

Yet people like these are allowed to wave offensive and disturbing placards with gross images and slogans in the midst of people going about their own, chosen lives.

In olden times I believe this would be up there with witchhunts.

Pointing and condemning based on absolutely nothing but their own views A woman’s’ body IS her choice.

What happens to a woman’s’ body IS her choice.

Whether she decides to have an abortion or not is wholly and absolutely none of anybody else’s business.

Yet these people think that because their ‘religion’ condemns it, it gives them the right to shove it down people’s throats as fundamentally wrong. Er, no.

I do not hold with any religion, but these and other kinds of demonstrations are

REPORTING

Sad account of marine’s suicide

Donald refers to a story on page eight of today’s Examiner. A shorter version of it appeared online on Friday.

Our newspapers do not have crime sections.

Coroner’s courts are held in public.

REPORTING

Observations were unkind Journalism should be balanced and fair. The article in your newspaper concerning ladies’ outfits at Tynwald featured eight photos.

Gushing praise was given to the ladies in six of these photos, and negative remarks made about two.

One comment in particular, stated that an outfit was ‘shapeless’. How unkind this was to the subject of this observation.

In a small community, care needs to be taken in consideration of the people featured in such a negative way.

Those at the receiving end of such unpleasant remarks, will rightly feel offended and upset, feeling that every outfit and their appearance is being judged at every outing.

If you must indulge in this sort of article, then perhaps it would be an idea to balance the negative and positive remarks and when dealing with judgements about individual fashion sense, please try to be kind.

Caroline Walker Douglas Promenade COLUMN

What poem of cone has shown Today I purra sight on the Examiner Cos I needed to catch up on the skeet; On page 20 there’s a picture of Tom Brown Wearin’ a traffic cone on

top of his hat, I’m thinkin’ someone’s had a few scoops To have the nerve to do that.

This spotch tickled young Mr Owen Who googled the website to lern more, Found pomes in funny old English, He couldn’t believe what he saw.

Old tales told at the foc’sle He thought them a crashing great bore.

Not for him the tales of Tommy Big Eyes, Pazon Gale and Betsy Lee, old in the Manx dialect verse.

He’s thinking there’s nothing worse.

He’s too busy skeetin’ on Twitter and Facebook To read Manx poetry.

As I’m sittin in my garden havin’ a snooze on our National Day I dreamt I saw John ‘Dog’ Callister proclaimin’ his verses Decked out in blue cap an’ gown down Castletown way.

He’s busy tellin’ a story in his distinctive Manx tone, When up pops Mr Owen and crowns him with an orange and white traffic cone.

An’ here’s ponderin’ on Mr Owen writing about Tom Brown’s new hat, I get round to feelin’ he knows as much about Manx poetry As his namesake in Take That!

John Wright Bemahague Avenue Onchan Editor’s note: Mr Wright’s submission amused us. But, for the record, Mark Owen is well-versed in a lot of poetry.

When writing to us, please include a name, address and a phone number, even if you’d rather remain anonymous in print.

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NEWS Liquidation: Claim against third parties is your best hope

Investors in failed fund get no pay-out

by Adrian Darbyshire

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Liquidators of a collapsed investment fund have told investors their best chance of getting any money back is to pursue a claim against third parties.

The Manx taxpayer is currently funding the winding up of New Earth Recycling and Renewables (NERR), part of the New Earth Group of Funds, which went into liquidation in June last year.

The group, which was

managed and promoted by Premier Group Isle of Man, invested in the development and ownership of recycling facilities in the UK. NERR and its two feeder funds, Premier Investment Opportunities Fund and Eclipse Investment Fund, had some 3,249 investors, the majority of whom are unlikely to get any of their money back.

Joint liquidator Alex Adam of Deloitte informed NERR’s shareholders and creditors that a distribution of £364,967 had been received from the administrators of New Earth Solutions Group Limited, a UK trading entity

in which NERR owned a majority stake.

This was paid as a first and final dividend of 1.5p in the £ to all unsecured creditors.

But Mr Adam said the costs of the liquidation to date already exceed that £365,000, and so the receipt of the dividend will not result in a distribution to NERR’s creditors or shareholders.

He added: ‘We still believe that any substantial recovery will depend on identifying and then successfully pursuing claims against third parties.

‘At the present time the Isle of Man Financial Services Authority are continuing

to facilitate the funding of the liquidation on public interest grounds - as noted previously, this funding can be withdrawn at any time.’

New Earth Solutions Group Ltd and New Earth Financial Management Ltd went into administration in the UK in June last year. A report by joint administrators Duff & Phelps shows NERR was owed £39m by the group.

Another fund linked to the Premier Group, Eco-Resources Fund is also being wound up. The financial regulator has confirmed it is actively reviewing ’allegations and events’ surrounding the Premier Group.

Council

Manx climate change means I’ll take a coat WRITTEN BY

MARK OWEN

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he annoyingly dead but otherwise marvellous writer Douglas Adams recommended that those hitchhiking around the galaxy should always know where their towel is.

In the not-completely unlikely scenario that there might one day be Manx people backpacking through Betelgeuse (let’s face it, we get everywhere), I think we’d replace the towel with a coat.

One warm morning recently, a neighbour spotted me leaving home. Indicating my jacket and his own pinkly-glowing demeanour, he uttered the well-meaning words ‘You won’t need your coat!’

I smiled politely because I was nicely raised, but made no adjustment to my outfit.

‘You won’t need your coat’ is not a phrase that I trust.

I’m originally from Peel - my tribe feel the cold because our hearts are so warm.

Unless rivulets of molten tarmac are oozing into the gutter, there’s a fold-up cagoule lurking in my manbag. Because it might turn murky later - now there’s a phrase you CAN trust.

Although we obviously have the benefits of living on an island in the gulf stream -like Goldilocks’ pilfered porridge, we’re rarely too hot or too cold - the Manx climate still has a

reputation for changing, and changing fast.

It’s at this time of year that the weather seems particularly fickle. I don’t know if there’s any scientific evidence for this, but it’s certainly what we’ve come to expect.

Open the curtains on a November morning to find biblical rain cascading out of sky the colour of anthracite, and we quite reasonably assume that these will be the conditions for the day.

Nobody shoves a bottle of Factor 50 into their duffle coat pocket, on the off-chance of an unseasonal heatwave around teatime.

However, draw back the same curtains in July to find brilliant sunshine scorching the neighbour’s gnomes and the words ‘It won’t last’ aren’t too far away.

I

’d much rather mooch round on a sunny day with a jacket slung nonchalantly over my arm, then squelch about with half the contents of a cloud saturating my shirt.

And on those rare occasions where I do find myself away from home without a coat of some description in easy grabbing range, there’s a strategy in place.

I take a deep breath, check the forecast on my phone, scan the locale for coffee shops and pubs in which to shelter and remember another catchphrase of Mr Adams - Don’t Panic.

Lord Street as it was Clearing seaweed from Douglas beach

New beach contract awarded

A new contract to clear seaweed from Douglas beach has been awarded to Island Drainage and Groundworks.

The company was the winner out of three tenders provided to the council and will provide the service, pushing seaweed from the beach back into the water, from now until the end of March 2020.

Councillor Raina Chatel said she was pleased a new contract had been established and told councillors there had been a ‘vast improvement’ in the state of the beach since then.

Chairman of the council’s Environmental Services Committee, which overseas beach cleaning, Councillor

Ritchie McNicholl said Island Drainage and Groundworks had provided temporary cover since the previous contract expired in March this year.

He told councillors the cost of the permanent contract was slightly higher than the temporary one because the company was also expected to keep a daily diary

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of their activity and a tracker had been fitted to the tractor. Councillor McNicholl said the contractors were also taking photographs of the beach to record the state of it each day. At an earlier meeting councillors agreed regular cleaning was essential to prevent a build up of rotting seaweed.

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NEWS Council: Decorative columns in Kaye Memorial Garden can stay put , councillors have decided

Conflicting reports end in a reprieve for stone pillars

by John Turner

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Miss Isle of Man contestant Scarlett Kneen is holding at cabaret evening at the Palace Hotel, in Douglas, in aid of Project 21.

The event takes place on Saturday (July 22) from 7pm.

It will feature a three-course meal, live entertainment, auction, raffle and DJ. To book tickets (£45) call 494188 or 324130.

Sailing for the Disabled open day

Stone pillars in a seafront garden area in Douglas can remain in situ, councillors have decided.

The stone pillars in the Kaye Memeorial Garden, near the bottom of Summerhill, originally supported a pergola but this was removed when it decayed and became unsafe.

The pillars themselves also faced demolition but now, following structural reports, two by the council’s own structural engineers, they have been reprieved.

Councillor Ritchie McNicholl told councillors at their monthly meeting: ‘I thought that they should stay.

Our in-house engineers seem to be at loggerheads about whether they are dangerous or fine as they are.

‘We rely on the reports of experts so does the chairman have confidence in the reports that he gets? The first report recommended that they (the pillars) were gone.’

Councillor Karen Angela also spoke in favour of retaining the pillars but added: ‘It’s worrying that we have people in-house, where some think they are dangerous and some don’t.

‘I appreciate that they are going to be left because they enhance the look of the area.’

An initial report on the stone pillars advised if they

Cabaret evening in aid of Project 21

The charity Sailing for the Disabled is holding an open day on Sunday, July 23, from midday to 5pm.

The event will offer free refreshments and the chance to look around the charity’s vessel, Pride of Man 3 and speak to the crew.

Read more at www.sftdiom.com or the charity’s Facebook page.

Charity coffee morning to be held

The pillars that have been saved from the demolition ball

were to remain they would need extra support to stabilise them and this would involve extra cost.

Members of the council’s Regeneration and Community Committee decided the pillars should be removed but then a further report offered different advice, suggesting the columns could remain in place

and were capable of supporting hanging baskets without any extra support. After yet more discussion, councillors agreed the columns could stay in place.

The decision marks the start of a minor revamp for the gardens. Subject to planners’ approval, stone paving will be removed to allow space for

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landscaping and extra shrubbery. Hanging baskets are to be put on the stone pillars during the summer and extra seats will be installed.

Regeneration and Community Committee chairman, Councillor Stephen Pitts, said he was in favour of planting extra greenery in the garden.

‘I don’t believe the slabs

should be left there. There’s a lot of paving and not much green at the moment. It shouldn’t cost a lot of money.

The hanging baskets are already in place,’ he said.

In November last year, the report recommended removing the columns but a further one in February 2017 said they posed no danger.

A coffee morning will be held on Friday, July 28 in Peel’s Corrin Hall from 10am to midday to raise funds for the Friends of Robert Owen House.

It is being organised by Diane Durber and admission is £1 which includes refreshments.

Call Diane Durber on 843213 or 482683, or Adrienne Teare on 842682 or 496088.

How to get in touch To get in touch with our reporters email newsdesk@ iomtoday.co.im Include a phone number every time you email us so we can get back to you quickly.

Council

Free dog bag trial is Council workers to tackle sticky problem to be extended soon A contract for professional chewing gum removal in the capital will not be renewed this year, Douglas councillors have decided.

A trial one-year contract was established last year with UK cleaning company Task-it Limited. This was for 10 days’ intensive cleaning to improve the most gum blemished areas of Douglas.

But councillors decided at £5,000 per week, the cost was

not justifiable, particularly as the machine could not gain access to all areas affected.

Environmental services committee chairman Ritchie McNicholl said: ‘We’ve used them twice before, most recently earlier this year. They came over and did the cleaning as requested but we’ve decided it’s not so bad we can’t manage ourselves.’

Councillors were told a report on chewing gum removal,

by the council’s senior engineering and waste services manager found the results were effective but a yearly contract was hard to justify.

Cleaning will be done by council cleaners and areas monitored for any excessive gum build-up.

Councillor McNicholl told fellow members: ‘If the situation becomes so bad, we can just call them back in again to deal with it.’

A total of 12 new dog excrement control points will soon be in place around Douglas.

Councillors have agreed the measure in the wake of successful trials with one at Douglas Head and another in Noble’s Park.

The TIKSPAC dog waste stations dispense free biodegradable waste bags to dispose of the faeces.

Councillors were told the areas around the sta-

tions were clean, with only one mess reported nearby, no bags had been discarded and dog walkers were generally approving.

The station at Noble’s Park is to be moved closer to the dog walking area.

Chairman of the council’s Environmental Services Committee, Ritchie McNicholl, said he felt the current location, near the tennis courts and former drinking

fountain, could encourage dog walkers to exercise their pets on the adjacent playing fields instead of in the dog walking area.

‘We felt it should be in the dog walking area,’ he said.

‘Wherever you put them it will encourage dog walkers.’

Councillor John Skinner said he was ‘delighted’ the TIKSPAC scheme had been approved to continue and be expanded.

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NEWS Court: 42-year-old said he had a shotgun in his attic

Man’s threat to shoot police during siege

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A 42-year-old man has been jailed for six months after threatening to shoot police during a siege at his house in Douglas.

Brian Eric Lowther, of Lheannag Park, pleaded guilty to a charge of affray, admitting his behaviour had caused officers to fear for their safety.

The court heard that he had already served the equivalent of a five month sentence while on remand.

Prosecutor James Robinson told the court how, on May 3 at 6.25pm, Lowther had called the police and told them he had smashed his house up.

He hung up but when po-

lice called him back he then said he was going to cut his throat.

Officers attended Lowther’s home but he refused to let them in and smashed a window with a hammer, saying: ‘You said I’m smashing stuff so I’m smashing stuff.’

Lowther was then said to have thrown a mobile phone out of a window and shouted: ‘I’m going to get a shotgun from my attic and kill all four of you.’

Firearms officers and police negotiators were called and attended the scene but Lowther eventually came out of the house and surrendered.

He denied threatening anyone and gave no reply after being cautioned.

Mr Robinson said: ‘Given the guilty plea and the fact no

actual violence was used, I would submit the case is suitable for summary court disposal.’

The prosecutor also asked for a licensing ban to be considered as Lowther was said to have been intoxicated when the incident occurred.

Defending him in court, advocate Ian Kermode said that the only delay in the case had been for the preparation of a psychiatric report.

Mr Kermode entered a basis of plea on behalf of his client, which was accepted by the prosecution, in which Lowther said that prior to the incident he had been increasingly anxious and depressed.

He said that he was on the verge of a breakdown when he called the police and admitted smashing his own furniture.

Lowther accepting making

threats and swearing at police but said that his acts were a ‘cry for help’.

Mr Kermode went on to say: ‘The call to 999 was a cry for help. He felt on the verge of a breakdown. There was no intent to threaten the police at that point. It’s fair to say his actions were inappropriate and threats were made but no police officers were harmed and eventually he did present himself peacefully. He does have numerous previous convictions but only one in the last eight years.’

Magistrates’ chair Julian Ashcroft said: ‘This was a very serious incident requiring armed police to attend your address. It resulted in what amounted to a siege.’

The magistrates decided not to impose any licensing ban.

Annual general meeting

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Former vice-chair Margot Dahn was elected chair.

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NEWS Court: 35-year-old woman is given a suspended sentence and five-year ban

Drink-driver three times over the limit

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A woman from Douglas has been handed a suspended sentence and banned from driving for five years for drink-driving.

Kelly Ann Dallimore, of Appledene Court, pleaded guilty to the charge and was also ordered to pay £125 prosecution costs.

Dallimore was sentenced to 14 weeks’ custody, suspended for two years and also made the subject of a Suspended Sentence Supervision Order (SSSO).

She must also retake her test at the end of the ban and attend a drink-driving rehabilitation course.

Sentencing delayed for a week by court A man accused of benefit fraud has had his case adjourned and must reappear in court once prosecutors have established the precise amount he owes in repayment.

Joseph Michael Patrick Johnson, of Fairfield Terrace, Douglas, admitted five offences of fraudulently obtaining benefit payments between February and March this year.

For the prosecution, James Robinson said the 54-yearold was claiming income support and incapacity benefit while he was off work ill with a knee injury. But the authorities were tipped off the defendant was working.

A surveilance operation was mounted and he was seen entering a building site on Circular Road, Mr Robinson said.

He told the court there was an overpayment of £1,200.

But advocate John Wright, representing Johnson, said the overpayment was actually £1,000 and the defendant had already paid back £100, leaving £900 outstanding.

The whole matter will now be resentenced once the precise amount has been established and he is to reappear on July 20.

Prosecutor James Robinson told the court how, on June 2 at 2.35pm, a witness saw Dallimore driving a Seat Ibiza at the junction of Anagh Coar Road and the New Castletown Road.

The witness reported that 35-year-old Dallimore almost drove through a red light and her head appeared to be ‘bobbing up and down’.

She believed Dallimore to be drunk and followed her towards Quarter Bridge.

Dallimore’s driving continued to appear erratic as she was said to be swerving into the opposite lane and nearly collided with a wall and bollard at one point.

She stopped the car at Mylchreest’s garage and the witness got out of her own car to speak to Dallimore.

The witness said that Dal-

limore appeared a ‘mess’, had make-up running down her face and was slurring her words.

When police arrived they had to help Dallimore out of the vehicle and she was arrested and taken to police headquarters.

She failed a breathalyser test with a reading of 117 - the legal limit is 35. She made no reply after caution.

In magistrates’ court her advocate Louise Cooil said that the offence was a ‘one-off’ and that Dallimore had not appeared for offences relating to drink or drink-driving before.

Ms Cooil said: ‘This is a young woman who has had a difficult and turbulent few years. She has been trying to address complex issues.

‘She’d had a difficult time.

She got into the car thinking

she would get something to eat but realised she shouldn’t be driving and intended to find somewhere to pull over. She stopped and has been fully compliant with the police.’

Ms Cooil added that her client had recently had issues with alcohol and had self-referred to Motiv8, the alcohol advisory service.

‘She has realised she needs to take more action,’ said the advocate.

‘She has been prescribed medications throught Motiv8 that will cause her to be ill if she drinks.

‘Ms Dallimore hasn’t perhaps understood the seriousness of her difficultives until this point.’

Magistrates’ chair Julian Ashcroft said: ‘You were a danger to yourself and other road users.’

Your island, your news

Cherobyl kids given gifts by Post Office Youngsters from Chernobyl in Ukraine have been given books and gifts by the Onchan branch of the Isle of Man Post Office.

The visit to the post office was organised by the Isle of Man Friends of Chernobyl’s

Children (FOCC) charity and the children also visited the Mooragh Park to go boating and the NSC for a swimming lesson.

Pictured are the youngsters with Post Office staff.

Read more on the FOCC Facebook page.

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NEWS Court: Defendant is convicted of possessing £660 worth of the class ‘A’ drug

Man, 36, admits having £50-a-day heroin habit

by Alan Vincent

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A Port St Mary man has been convicted of two offences of possessing heroin and cannabis.

Loic Joseph Bourdiec, of Lewthwaites Way, pleaded guilty to both charges and will be sentenced on August 24 after the preparation of a probation report.

Prosecutor James Robinson told the court how, on July 11 at 4.55pm, police executed a search warrant at Bourdiec’s address in relation to a different matter.

Officers entered the premises and saw Bourdiec holding a white package. He appeared panicked and ran towards his bedroom but was put to the

ground by police.

The 36-year-old was asked what was in the package and replied: ‘It’s gear.’

Scales were also found on a bedside table with wraps believed to contain heroin. More drugs were found in a DVD case and £320 in cash under a pillow.

A total of 6.2 grams of heroin was found said to be worth £660 and 2.6 grams of cannabis, worth £13.75.

Bourdiec was arrested and taken to police headquarters where he was interviewed. He told police that he was a regular user of heroin and had been for appoximately seven years. He said he injected it into his groin and spent £50 a day on the drug. Bourdiec said that he used the scales to ensure he did not take too much and to check the weight when he bought it.

The prosecutor submitted that the case was suitable to remain in summary court but asked for Bourdiec to be remanded in custody.

Mr Robinson said: ‘He has numerous previous convictions for drug matters and seems to have an out of control habit spending £50 a day.’

Defence advocate David Reynolds asked for credit to be given to his client for admitting the offence at the first opportunity.

Mr Reynolds said: ‘He does have previous convictions for drug offences but the last was in 2014. He has been taking drugs to relieve pain from a broken neck he suffered in the past. He does receive support from his GP and the Drug and Alcohol Team but has been topping up his methadone prescription. He realises that cannot continue.’

The advocate asked for an adjournment to allow time for the preparation of a probation report before sentencing.

‘He realises he needs to deal with these issues and discuss whether his methadone prescription needs to be increased,’ said Mr Reynolds.

‘We will be submitting that this all started when he broke his neck and had his spleen removed. He doesn’t drink alcohol and rarely leaves the house.

‘He has lapsed regarding drug issues and does need to seek further support.’

But the prosecutor replied: ‘He’s admitted using heroin for seven years, this isn’t just a lapse. He’s been spending £50 a day. This is a man who is heavily addicted.’

However, the magistrates opted to grant Bourdiec bail until his sentencing.

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Accused of smuggling Four men have appeared in court accused of being part of a drug ring.

John Darren Connolly, aged 44, of Spring Valley Road, Douglas, pleaded not guilty to production of cocaine to the island and possession with intent to supply. He made no bail application.

Steven Neil Connolly, aged 40, of Bailey Drive, Bootle, pleaded not guilty to production of cocaine and production of cannabis resin to the island, production of

cannabis bush, and supply of cocaine. Bail was refused.

John Paul Glover, aged 25, of Oak Hill, Douglas, entered a ‘no plea’ response to a charge of possession of cannabis with intent to supply.

Bail was refused. Stephen James Wharton, aged 52, of Daisy Street, Kirkdale, has previously pleaded not guilty to charges of production and possession of cocaine. No bail application was made. The case was adjourned until August 10.

Teenager’s 18 drug charges A Peel teenager has appeared in court facing 18 drug-related charges.

Joshua Scott Quirk, aged 19, of Corrin’s Way, had the case against him adjourned until July 27 at 10am.

The charges relate to 300 grams of cocaine and 540 grams of ecstasy.

The adjournment was requested by Mr Quirk’s advocate Andrew Marshall.

No bail application was made.

Benefit fraudster awaits sentence

Duo are accused of benefit fraud charges

A woman who admitted five counts of benefit fraud has had her case adjourned for a presentence report.

Kirsty Louise Quilliam, of Lhon Vane Close, Onchan, is to reappear on August 24 for sentencing. The court was told the 35-year-old was paid £4,500 working for Ultimate Cleaners, but failed to declare it when she claimed benefit between June and July last year. She was bailed to her home address.

A man and woman have appeared in court charged with benefit fraud.

Valerie Anne Faragher, aged 44, of Vicarage Close, Ballabeg, is accused of four counts of making false representation to obtain a benefit, while Gary Richard Ian Keeling, aged 49, of the same address, is accused of 10 counts of the same charge.

The case was adjourned until August 24.

Bail was granted for both parties.

Mobile phone accusation A 29-year-old Onchan man has appeared in court charged with using a mobile phone while driving.

Joseph Samuel Faragher, of Ballachrink Drive, had the case against him adjourned until July 27 at 10am.

Mr Faragher was represented by advocate Jim Travers who said that this was his client’s first appearance for the offence and asked for an adjournment to allow time to review the papers. It is hoped that Mr Faragher will enter a plea on his next court appearance.

20-yr-old denies driving offence Some of the footballers who took part

Kids play footie for good cause

A series of football matches for the under eights raised money for the children’s hospice, Re-

becca House.

They took place at St Ninian’s High School, Douglas, and

were organised by the iCue Football Academy.

Sixty-two children from all

over the island took part in the 12-minute football matches.

The event raised £122.55.

A 20-year-old Port Erin man has pleaded not guilty to a charge of driving without due care or attention.

Bradley Robert Faragher, of Thornhill Close, is scheduled to face a pretrial review on September 7 at 2.30pm.

Woman agrees to a binding order A Douglas woman has been bound over to keep the peace for 12 months.

Nicola Rachael Goldstraw, aged 19, of Marathon Road, had a charge against her of using threatening behaviour or words withdrawn after she agreed to accept the binding order.

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We love to hear your memories on the pictures we feature, including if you can put names to the faces. We also love to see your Memory Lane pictures you would

Tribute to the memory of Sir Charles Kerruish In a poll conducted by Isle of Man Newspapers in 2002 to name the ‘greatest Manxman of all time’ Sir Charles Kerruish, Kt. OBE, C.P. came second by only one vote to the Manx National Poet T.E.Brown.

This is why Times Past is today marking the centenary of the man known generally as Charlie Kerruish, although not usually to his face.

He was born on July 23 1917 at Maughold into a farming family and educated at the Dhoon School and Ramsey Grammar School.

His family, members of which I know well, have told me they will be celebrating the occasion in their own way privately and it is acknowledged by many that the definitive

story of his life and times appears in ‘New Manx Worthies’ published by the Manx Heritage Foundation in 2006.

But they have agreed that I should also write something in Times Past as a journalist and close friend who knew Charlie Kerruish well in private and out of the public eye.

First I can say that his mother, Clara May Kerruish (nee Kewin) was perhaps the person who had the greatest influence on him throughout his early life and his later development as Manxman and politician.

I had no influence over him myself. I couldn’t have. But I think I was a help professionally in his hopes and ambitions for the Isle of Man as a Manx patriot above all else.

I believed in his causes and arguments. For years he

Jerry’s tiger fun We have had the ideal and immediate response to this photograph which appeared in Times Past last week.

Jerry Young, of School Road, Willaston, called to say he is the little boy riding the stuffed tiger at White City and with him is his late moth-

er Dora.

Jerry, who is now 68, thinks the photograph must have been taken when he was about six or seven years old, shortly after the end of the Second World War. This is how Times Past likes these things.

took a leading part in the long standing negotiations with the Home Office in London over constitutional development leading to us gaining the level of so-called ‘Home Rule’ we have today.

In this I did my professional best to help him, admittedly knowing that Charlie, like any national leader, had plenty of enemies and detractors.

As a result I spent much private time with Charlie and downed quite a few drinks of good whisky with him at his home.

They were convivial times.

We had plenty of stories to tell each other which will not be retold by me today They happened when he was still President of Tynwald, the first Manxman to replace Lieutenant Governors in that role, and even more frequent-

ly after he had retired from Tynwald and had more time to himself.

He always made it clear that the letters he had after his name which he valued the most were C.P. – Captain of the Parish of Maughold.

But I never called him Charlie. It was always either Mr Speaker or Mr President.

I never put the matter to the test.

Heart problems led to his retirement in April 2000 and he died on his 80th birthday on July 23, 2003.

In the unlikely event of him becoming President of an independent Isle of Man or even the King it would have been worthwhile seeing him in action.

We will not see his like again, not in the Isle of Man Journalist Terry Cringle counted himself a close friend of Sir Charles Keranyway. ruish whose centenary is being marked privately by his family

Transport of delight in the capital This photograph from Fred’s Hoard comes to us without a date, which is unusual for Fred Wade. The scene is a familiar one and there are many possi-

ble clues as to an approximate date. There is certainly not a lot of traffic on the road for one thing and it includes not many cars. There are also the

red buses of Isle of Man Road Services and, if you look closely up to the distance on the left you find that there are quite a few of the beautiful red and

yellow liveried buses of Douglas Corporation.

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Taught at Murray’s Road The Murray’s Road School centenary calendar moves on to January 2000 in Times Past today.

The photograph was supplied by Rotha Kinrade and the names given relating to those in the photograph are as follows: Mr Kniveton, Miss Quine, Mr Lynch, Mr Kelly, Miss Douglas, Miss Fargher, Mr Lewis, Miss Ballem, Miss Christian, Miss Killip, Miss Collister, Miss Quine, Mr Shimmin, Mr Griffiths, Miss Callin, Miss Taggart, Mrs Wilkinson, Miss Callister, Mr Wilkinson, Mrs Shimmin, Miss Shimmin and Miss Cain.

I think Mr Wilkinson was the Isle of Man’s director of education at the time.

Otherwise many of these people will be well remembered by former pupils of Murray’s Road School.

They did a great deal to provide a good sound education to many hundreds of even thousands of boys and girls in the Isle of Man of their time.

Drops of brandy and community singing helped lift her spirits

What follows is the second instalment of Valerie Caine’s report in the Examiner in July 1990 of Mercedes Gleitz’s spectacular endurance swim at the old Noble’s Baths in Douglas in June 1930: ‘The attempt got under way on a Monday morning at 10.30 and applause rang out as she entered the water.

‘It was reported that at no time during the next 37 hours did she stop moving her limbs.

She used many different strokes but not once did she stop swimming and in fact carried on doing so while signing autographs for her fans.

‘Refreshments were handed to her every half hour and these included chicken broth, malted milk tablets, watered sugar, chocolate biscuits, beef sandwiches and even a juice pear. Occasionally she would benefit from portions of glu-

cose and on the second day drops of brandy were administered at suitable intervals.

‘As night fell sleep became her worst enemy but a host of local entertainers ensured that she did not doze off. Mr W.F .Cringle led the audience in community singing while harbour master George Kelly played a concertina and the Rogues’ concert party also lifted the swimmer’s spirits with a variety of entertainment.

‘There was also bagpipe playing while one spectator strummed on a ukulele and Mr T. Cowell from Strand Street received special thanks for providing two gramophones complete with an endless supply of records.

‘As the attempt neared its climax tiredness and the need for sleep began to take over and in a bid to keep her awake officials banged doors, rang

bells and flicked her face with a wet towel. As the 37 hours approached crowds packed into the building to see the final stages and hundreds more were turned away. In the last half hour the spectators sang ‘Lead Kindly Night’ and ‘Abide With Me’ at the special request of Miss Gleitz.

‘When the timekeepers signalled that the record had been assured she swam strongly to the shallow end of the baths where she was lifted from the water and covered with warm blankets. She was then taken by stretcher to a waiting ambulance and driven to her hotel.’

Yes, it is a nearly unbelievable story. The last instalment will be in Times Past next week. Don’t miss it as they say.

Last week Valerie was referred to a Valerie Cain, for which many apologies.

Port St Mary’s team for It’s a Knockout won by Onchan Times Past presents a photograph of the team representing Port St Mary in ‘It’s a Knockout’ at Onchan Stadium on April 20, 1975.

We have also been supplied with some names, left to right, for those in the photograph of the Onchan team: David Goldsmith, Brian ‘Fox’ Cain, Brian Mellor, Bri-

an Wasley, Peter Quayle, David Payne, Arnold Callin (chairman of Onchan Comssioners), John Horsthuis, Eddie Smith (Clerk to Onchan Commissioners), Willie Christian, Pip Kermode, Cliffy Hamilton, Tony Quayle Front row: Maralyn Readshaw, Helen Foster, Janice Stubbs, Karren Leece, Anne

Moffatt, Linda Christian, Hilary Taggart, Kendra Moore.

We are also told that Onchan went on to win at home and as they scored the highest number of points of any team competing in that year they were declared champions of Great Britain. The team went on to Italy to represent Britain, sadly with little success.

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Sightseers flock to latest carnival in island’s capital

by John Turner

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The sun came out and the crowds converged on Douglas seafront for the fourth carnival in the capital since the event was revived in 2014 following an absence of about 20 years.

This year’s event saw a slightly revised route which retained the old starting point near Summerhill but ended slightly north of its previous point, near to the Gaiety Theatre.

Featuring all the favourite familiar themes of previous years, there was dancing and entertainment as well as floats from a wide cross-section of organisations.

Proceedings kicked off at

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3pm with the now traditional colour run in aid of the Hospice Isle of Man. Before this there were sandcastle and kite flying competitions on Douglas beach.

The popular Wheelie Bins of Glory race again provided the thrills and adrenaline fix for spectators.

In a change from previous years, the floats came to a halt on Harris Promenade where they remained while judging took place. This also gave the crowds an opportunity to get close to the various exhibits and chat to any participants.

The colour run, which started out near the Castle Mona hotel, doubled back around the one way section of the road by the Gaiety, ending on the beach opposite the Villa Marina. This was also the venue for the Colour me Rainbow party at the end of the colour run.

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The crowds flocked to Douglas seafront to enjoy the sunshine

Volunteers, stationed by a Douglas Corporation bus, took part with collecting tins

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Motorcycling

Kinley’s Two-Day double

Barry Kinley of Andreas won the Manx Two Day Trial for the second year in succession at the weekend. The event was brought forward in the calendar five weeks to avoid a clash with the Festival of Motorcycling (Classic TT) and the move proved highly successful. The entry for the solo class was well over 200 for the first time in several years. Kinley, riding a 300 Sherco for Malcolm Rathmell’s MRS team in Yorkshire, led after Saturday with a loss of nine marks, adding eight in beautiful conditions on Sunday to defeat top newcomer, Ulster teenager Josh Hanlon, by a margin of 15. Full report in Thursday’s Manx Independent JW170715(156)

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Time Trial

RL360 Youth League returns

Will Draper limbers up for Commonwealth youth time trial

After an unscheduled twoweek break due to wet weather, 266 competitors turned out at a near tropical NSC last Tuesday for round 12 of the RL360 Youth Cycling League.

In the born 2012 and later age group Poppy Clayton went from the gun and soloed to her eighth win of the series.

The ever-improving Charlie Quine was a safe second and Oliver Kennington led Gracie Evans and Noah Hutchinson home for third.

Kieran Binns edged out Cameron Eyres for sixth and newcomer Charlie Christian did well to outsprint Charley Skillen, Isabella Quaye and Oscar Maddrell for eighth.

Aedan Le Roux powered away from the field to record his third victory of the series in the novice class. Lukas Wooton was a solid second and Jackson Roberts a close third, while Lewis Stephens had the edge on Aditya Varshney in the dash for fourth.

Elijah Clague and Clodagh Briercliffe were the leading girls in sixth and seventh.

A 10th win for Finbar McSevney in the born 2011 category sealed the overall honours for him with seven rounds to spare. Jacob Wilson held off Bernat MunozFite and Alex McCullagh in the tussle for second, while the fast-finishing Bobby Kerruish came from behind to pip Charlie Dormer in the bunch gallop for fifth. Abigail Cowell was the top girl in ninth spot.

Brad Le Geyt got the verdict over Stanley Kinnish and Kylan Murphy in the competition for the top slot in the born 2010 event.

Harrison Skillan overcame Liam Blake in the race

Thomas Bostock (left), Tara Ferguson and Will Draper, pictured at last week’s round of the 10-mile time trial league at Ramsey. They are now in the Bahamas preparing for the start of the Commonwealth Youth Games CQ Photos

for fourth and Daniel Minay kept Ffinlo Thomas at bay for sixth. Conor Madsen-Mygdal was eighth and first girl Lula Kinnish headed Hugh Osborn over the line for ninth.

A leading group of seven riders broke away at the start of the born 2009 race and stayed clear to the finish where Tom Pickavance shaded Eddie Dillon for the honours.

May-Saa Smith grabbed third in front of Abi Clayton and Cameron Hounsell, with Harry Beattie edging Zach Jones for sixth. Matthew Hooper was a lonely eighth and Henry Dormer stayed clear of the main chasing bunch to claim ninth. Florrie Thomas came out on top in the group dash for 10th.

Deaglen Blake outran fellow frontrunners Alec Sorby, Freddie Griffin and Charlie Williams to score his maiden win in the born 2008 class.

George Kinnish and Leon Murphy were fifth and sixth, closely followed by Fearne Bregazzi, Bob Radcliffe and Edward Field in seventh to

ninth positions respectively.

Ella Darnill rode away from Sam Colquitt and Jamie Gibson on the final lap to secure 10th.

In the born 2007 threelapper winner Cian Howard attacked his four breakaway partners on the penultimate lap. Orry Lund went with him but was unable to maintain contact on the finishing straight and had to settle for the runners-up spot.

Rio Kelly was third and Oscar Gaylor snatched fourth from James Kinrade. Florence Griffin was the first girl in sixth place.

Kiera Prentice gave the girls their second overall victory of the night in the born 2006 and earlier grouping, out-sprinting Ivan Sorby to bag maximum points for the ninth time in the series.

James Scott picked up the final place on the podium a short distance ahead of Chloe Dillon and Callum Salisbury in fourth and fifth. Mairi Harrison spearheaded the chasers home for sixth.

Cian Howard gapped the

field on the opening lap of under-eight and under-10 racing bikes and time-trialled to victory. Oscar Gaylor took the bunch gallop for second ahead of Orry Lund, Charlie Williams, Alec Sorby, Rio Kelly, Charlie Scarffe and Freddie Griffin. The girls’ prize went to Fearne Bregazzi in 13th place.

In the under-12 racing bikes Niall Colquitt was the fastest in the eight-strong leading group sprint for the line. Tyler Annis was second and Owen Collins third, with Sophie Smith taking the girls’ honours in 10th place.

The under-14 and under-16 racing bikes set off at a fast pace. Consistent attacking, initiated by Max Walker and Amelia, eventually split the race into three separate groups.

At the finish it was Walker who claimed the victory ahead of Adam Scarffe, James Harrison, Will Corkill, Aaron Lund, Amelia Sharpe and Zac Walker. The under-14 honours went to Matthew Cooil in eighth place.

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RL360 Youth Cycling League results RL360 Youth League round 12 results - from Tuesday, July 11: BORN 2012 AND LATER 1, Poppy Clayton (first girl); 2, Charlie Quine; 3, Oliver Kennington; 4, Gracie Evans; 5, Noah Hutchinson; 6, Kieran Binns; 7, Cameron Eyres; 8, Charlie Christian; 9. Charley Skillen; 10, Isabella Quaye. There were 52 finishers.

NOVICES 1, Aedan Le Roux; 2, Lukas Wooton; 3, Jackson Roberts; 4, Lewis Stephens; 5, Aditya Varshney; 6, Elijah Clague; 7, Clodagh Briercliffe (first girl); 8, Isla Mulholland; 9, William Chadwick; 10, Riley Beasley. 38 finishers. BORN 2011- 1, Finbar McSevney;

2, Jacob Wilson; 3, Bernat Munoz-Fite; 4, Alex McCullagh; 5, Bobby Kerruish; 6, Charlie Dormer; 7, Sam Wolstencroft; 8, Toby Costain; 9, Abigail Cowell (first girl);; 10, Erin Morgan. 34 finishers.

BORN 2010 - 1, Brad Le Geyt; 2, Stanley Kinnish; 3, Kylan Murphy; 4, Harrison Skillan; 5, Liam Blake; 6, Daniel Minay; 7, Ffinlo Thomas; 8, Conor Madsen-Mygdal; 9, Lula Kinnish (first girl); 10, Hugh Osborn. 32 finishers. BORN 2009 - 1, Tom Pickavance; 2, Eddie Dillon; 3, May-Saa Smith (first girl); 4, Abi Clayton; 5, Cameron Hounsell; 6, Harry Beattie; 7, Zach Jones; 8, Matthew Hooper; 9, Henry Dormer; 10, Florrie Thomas. 29 finishers.

BORN 2008 - 1, Deaglen Blake; 2, Alec Sorby; 3,

Freddie Griffin; 4, Charlie Williams; 5, George Kinnish; 6, Leon Murphy; 7, Fearne Bregazzi (first girl); 8, Bob Radcliffe; 9, Edward Field; 10, Ella Darnill. 23 finishers. BORN 2007 - 1, Cian Howard; 2, Orry Lund; 3, Rio Kelly; 4, Oscar Gaylor; 5, James Kinrade; 6, Florence Griffin (first girl); 7, Cory Corkhill; 8, Jess Pickavance; 9, Joseph Devereau; 10, Abigail McCulloch; 11. Ethan Naylor. BORN 2006 AND EARLIER 1, Kiera Prentice (first girl); 2, Ivan Sorby; 3, James Scott; 4, Chloe Dillon; 5, Callum Salisbury; 6, Mairi Harrison; 7, Nicola Quaye; 8, Sophie Smith; 9, Samuel Devereau; 10, Nathan Kinrade. 15 finishers. UNDEREIGHT AND UNDER-10 RACING BIKES 1, Cian

Howard; 2, Oscar Naylor; 3, Orry Lund; 4, Charlie Williams; 5, Alec Sorby; 6, Rio Kelly; 7, Charlie Scarffe; 8, Freddie Griffin; 9, Jordan Carter; 10, James Kinrade; 13. Fearne Bregazzi (first girl); 28 finishers. UNDER-12 RACING BIKES 1, Niall Colquitt; 2, Tyler Annis; 3, Owen Collins; 4, James Scott; 5, Ivan Sorby; 6, Drystan Sewell; 7, Callum Salisbury; 8, Frank Kinnish; 9, Oliver Corkish; 10, Sophie Smith (first girl). 17 finishers. UNDER-14 AND UNDER-16 RACING BIKES 1, Max Walker; 2, Adam Scarffe; 3, James Harrison; 4, Will Corkill; 5, Aaron Lund; 6, Amelia Sharpe (first girl); 7, Zac Walker; 8, Matthew Cooil; 9, Dan Sowerby; 10, Corrin Leeming. 19 finishers.

Will Corkill limbered up for this week’s Commonwealth Youth Games in the Bahamas with another win in the Canada Life International 10-mile time trial league last Wednesday.

Setting a time of 21min 28sec, the HMT Academy rider finished 33 seconds ahead of fellow junior Adam Kelly (Equiom IoM Junior Cycling Team).

Thomas Bostock, another member of the Isle of Man team at the Commonwealth Youth Games, was third quickest in 22.05 and 15-year-old Will Corkill (Team RL360) the fastest youth in 22.08.

Gianni Epifani kept the flag flying for the over-20s (never mind over-40s as in his case) with a solid 22.10.

The best senior on the night was his fellow Manx Viking Wheeler John Sanderson, seventh quickest in 22.47.

Tara Ferguson (MVW), the third member of the IoM team in the Bahamas this week, was the leading female in a season’s best 24.36.

Canada Life International 10-mile Time Trial League (round five), Wednesday, Ramsey:

1, William Draper 21min 28sec; 2, Adam Kelly 22.01; 3, Thomas Bostock 22.05; 4, Will Corkill 22.08; 5, Gianni Epifani 22.10; 6, Max Walker 22.28; 7, John Sanderson 22.47; 8, Juan Kinley 22.49; 9, Mark Harrison 22.52; 10, Ben Christian 22.58; 11, Harry Cain 23.00; 12, Nigel Tebay 23.28; 13, Martin Hall 23.30; 14, Trevor Kirkwood 23.44; 15, Peter Gage 23.53; 16, Matthew Cooil 23.58; 17, Aaron Lund 23.59; 18, Mike Clough 23.59; 19, Neil Morrison 24.08; 20, Guy Wiltcher 24.10; 21, Richard Cryer 24.18; 22, Adam Scarffe 24.28; 23, Jack Christian 24.29; 24, Sean Christian 24.31; 25, Daniel Scarffe 24.35; 26, Tara Ferguson 24.36; 27, Stewart Bennett/Ian Sharpe (tandem) 24.40; 28, Chris Tierney 24.48; 29, Ian Shilling 24.49; 30, James Harrison 25.01; 31, Peter Doyle 25.05; 32, David Kennish 25.09; 33, Gary Spencely 25.31; 34, Kathryn Priest 25.32; 35, Zac Walker 25.33; 36, Christopher Heselton 25.33; 37, Colin Whiteway 25.41; 38, Amelia Sharpe 25.47; 39, Sally Walker 25.55; 40, Steve Looker 26.00; 41, Robert Young 26.06; 42, Eleanor Davies 26.12; 43, Emily Looker 26.27; 44, Sarah Jewell 27.24; 45, Niall Colquitt 27.50; 46, Eddie Fryer 28.03; 47, Matthew Black 28.16; 48, Stephen Mallon 28.34; 49, Nathan Slack 29.04; 50, Tyler Annis 29.11; 51, Richard King 29.58; 52, Kaitlin Slack 30.10; 53, James Scott 30.51; 54, Darcy Cain 31.21; 55, Wendy Fallon 34.35. Private time trials: Lynsey Elliott 25.28; Rob Moneta 25.29; Paul Kneen 26.07; John Qualtrough 27.41; Juan Kneen 28.25; Paula Gelling 28.38; James Deverau 29.02; Chloe Dillon 36.15. Timing and results service by Manx Timing Solutions.

l There was a dead-heat finish between Tosh Teare and Will Corkill in the Isle of Man 25-mile time trial championships on Sunday.

The pair won jointly in times of 57min 21sec. Report in the Manx Independent.

Tennis

Albany B and Douglas A lift Division Two titles Isle of Man Lawn Tennis Association PokerStars Summer Doubles Leagues results: Women’s Division One: Douglas A drew with Albany A 3-3. Karen Faragher/Seraphina Batty beat Alison King/ Charlotte Clarke 6-1 6-1.

Tania Thomas/Linda Faragher lost to Jane Reynolds/Kirsten Hall 6-7 6-7. K. Faragher/ Batty beat Reynolds/Hall 7-5. Thomas/L. Faragher lost to King/Clarke 4-6.

Women’s Division Two: Crowe Clark Whitehill Castletown C beat Douglas B 4-2. Amanda Munro/Karen Murphy drew with Carol Crooks/Lucy Quine 2-6 6-3.

Caroline Davies/Barbie Carter beat Isla Crooks/Julie Quine 6-2 6-3.

Munro/Murphy beat I. Crooks/J. Quine 6-1.

Davies/Carter lost to C. Crooks/L. Quine 6-7.

This result means that Albany B have won Women’s Division Two. Men’s Division One: Albany B lost to Albany A 0-6. Tim Davies/Sasha Thomas lost to Ian Watson/Jim Travers 4-6 1-6.

Garreth Roome/Paul Reid lost to Sean Drewry/ Adam Pyatt-Coppell 3-6 0-6. Davies/Thomas lost to Drewry/Pyatt-Coppell 1-6. Roome/Reid

lost to Watson/Travers 0-6.

Men’s Division Two: Douglas A beat Douglas B 6-0. Stewart Swann/ Victor Pacaco beat Efren Cagadas/Leno Relayson 6-4 6-0. Louis McCleery/Stephen Falconer beat Paul Coppell/Craig Swann 6-0 6-2. S. Swann/Pacaco beat Coppell/C. Swann 6-2. McCleery/Falconer beat Cagadas/ Relayson 6-3. Ramsey A drew with Douglas B 3-3. Jon Gower-Jackson/Oliver Broadhead drew with Victor Pacaco/Efren Cagadas 7-6 4-6. Richard Simpson/Leon Henery drew with Paul Coppell/Craig Swann 7-5 3-6. GowerJackson/Broadhead beat Coppell/Swann 6-3.

Simpson/Henery lost to Pacaco/Cagadas 2-6.

These results mean that Douglas A have won Men’s Division Two. Men’s Division Three: Douglas D lost to Crowe Clark Whitehill Castletown C 2-4. Mark Pidgeon/Phil Bannan drew with Mark Young/Will Watterson 6-2 5-7. Ralph Chambers/Jabrane Moutiq lost to Alejandro Perez/Yanchun Wang 5-7 0-6.

Pidgeon/Bannan lost to Perez/Wang 4-6.

Chambers/Moutiq beat Young/Watterson 6-1.

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McAuley continues fine form CONTINUED FROM BACK the day. By the time all the men had completed their rounds, no fewer than five players had scored 72: Rob Noon, Danny Foulis, Stephen Skillicorn, Lee Morgan and Alex McAuley.

Andrew Challenor, Jonathan Corke and Peter Glover were all on 73, with 74s from Daniel Bell, Paul Lowey and Philip Christian, as well as 75s from Neil Caine, Daryl Callister, Tom Harris, Martin Kinrade and Tom Gandy.

Sunday dawned bright and clear with little chance of rain and a light breeze blowing into the players’ faces again on the par-five 1st hole.

The nervous tension was evident as the players wondered what score they would need to shoot if they were to qualify for the match play stages. With talk of 150 being the cut, those who were on 76 or above would need a good score to get them through.

Of the early starters, Gandy posted a 73 to give him a total of 148 which was a target for the others.

Paul Allison’s 73 was good but unfortunately, combined with his 90 from Saturday, it was too much to make up.

Better scoring was evident

from early on, and more was to come.

Un fo r tu n ate l y i n j u r y struck again but this time not on the course. Craig Astin’s wife had fallen at home and injured herself, therefore he had to leave early to attend to the children. We all hope that Mrs Astin is well again soon.

Astin’s playing partner, Mark Pugh, posted 72 and this gave him a 148 total, while Richard Skillicorn’s 74 gave him a total of 151 which was only one shot too many to make the cut.

Daniel Bell followed his 74 on Saturday with another 74 to book his place in the match play and, just as Callister was going through a tricky patch on the course, he followed up a birdie four on the 14th with an eagle two on the 15th.

His seven-iron second shot found the hole and Callister breathed easier on the final three to cruise in with a 72 making a 147 total. Mark Sutton’s 73 was very good as was Jon Corke’s 74, but Sutton missed out this time while Corke successfully qualified.

Kevin Moore and Tom Harris shot 73 and 72 respectively to make the cut, as did Rob Noon with another solid round of 73.

Danny Foulis was the leading Ramsey golfer in the weekend’s championships qualifying rounds on his home course, carding rounds of 72 and 76 to book his place in tonight (Tuesday’s) match play Dave Kneale DK170715(137)

Further down the start sheet, shots were being frittered away in places but Lee Morgan hung onto a 77 which was just good enough to progress, while Peter Glover was

solid with a 72 to easily qualify.

For some time Challenor’s total of 144 looked hard to beat and, with only a few groups remaining on the course, only Lowey and McAuley could

better his total.

Lowey looked a bit bemused when he finally signed for another 74 but the reigning champion was in again, opening up the possibility of a sixth title. McAuley shot the best score of the day with a 70 and this was enough to give him the best overall gross of 142, only two over par for the 36 holes.

As the final groups were coming in it looked likely that 150 would be the cutoff and, when all scores were recorded, two players - Jack Gilbert and Philip Christian - were tied on 150. This meant a playoff for the final place in the match play which took place over the first four holes and eventually saw Christian triumph to seal his progression.

The draw for the first match play round was made in the clubhouse by Isle of Man Golf president Dee Lewis and Ryzak.

Men’s first knockout round draw (to be held Tuesday, July 18 at 4.30pm) 4.30pm - Paul Lowey v Stephen Skillicorn 4.40pm - Rob Noon v Kevin Moore 4.50pm - Lee Morgan v Mark Pugh 5pm - Jonathan Corke v Andrew Challenor 5.10pm - Peter Glover v Tom Harris 5.20pm - Daniel Bell v Daryl Callister 5.30pm - Danny Foulis v Philip Christian 5.40pm - Tom Gandy v Alex McAuley

Women’s championship

Price ends two clear in women’s qualifying As the women took to the course at 12.30pm on Saturday they were faced with fierce winds and the leading players - who would normally lay-up their tee shots on the first were blasting their drivers to get anywhere near the stream.

However, the players were treated to a cheery send-off from Ramsey’s lady president Pauline Merrill who acted as starter. As with the men the scores reflected the conditions with any stray balls leading to dropped shots and yardages a total mystery.

Even putting became difficult and bunkers, trees and rough all saw more traffic than is usual. But the steady players kept their cool and rose to the top.

The best score of the day was from Lynda Simpson playing in her first Isle of Man Golf Championship who shot 81 closely followed by 2016 runner-up Shirley Price.

Simpson is just back from her team manager role at the

NatWest Island Games in Gotland and her team took the next three slots, with Kayleigh Dawson on 83, Catherine Cassidy 86 and 2016 champion Breeshey Jansen on 87.

Only one more player broke 90 and that was Ramsey’s Joy Morris with a steady 88. Jane Gaines and Ruth Pigott, who has made a welcome return to golf, completed the top eight after day one.

Day two dawned sunny with what felt like a balmy breeze after the battering the previous day and, although Ramsey pulled out all the stops to present their lovely course in terrific condition for this prestigious competition, it is a tough test of golf.

Many holes demand precise handling with decisions to be made as to when to play cautiously and when to go for broke, making improvements to scores hard to find.

Needless to say, the experienced lower handicap players know how to keep their nerve

and preserve a leading score and so they did, with Price producing the best score of the day with an 81 to give her top billing from qualifying with a two-round total of 163.

Simpson’s 84 gave her overall second place with a total of 165 and Jansen’s much-improved 82 brought her up to third on 169, with Gotland team-mate Dawson on the same total slotting into fourth after her 86 on day two.

Morris improved by three shots to record an 85 while Cassidy dropped three and recorded 89 for her second round. Their totals of 173 and 175 claimed fifth and sixth places overall respectively.

T h e f i n a l t wo h i g h l y sought-after matchplay places are taken by Pigott with 181 and Gaines on 183.

Wednesday’s quarter-finals draw: 5.10pm - Shirley Price v Jane Gaines 5.20pm - Kayleigh Dawson v Joy Morris 5.30pm - Lynda Simpson v Ruth Pigott 5.40pm - Breeshey Jansen v Catherine Cassidy

Men’s qualifying results

Rd 1 Rd 2 Total 1, Alex McAuley 72 70 142 2, Andrew Challenor 73 71 144 3, Peter Glover 73 72 145 4, Robert Noon 72 73 145 5, Daryl Callister 75 72 147 6, Tom Harris 75 72 147 7, Jonathan Corke 73 74 147 8, Stephen Skillicorn 72 75 147 9, Mark Pugh 76 72 148 10. Tom Gandy 75 73 148 11, Paul Lowey 74 74 148 12, Daniel Bell 74 74 148 13, Danny Foulis 72 76 148 14, Kevin Moore 76 73 149 15, Lee Morgan 72 77 149 16=, Phil Christian 74 76 150 ---------------------------------------------the above players qualified for the matchplay knockout stages 16=, Jack Gilbert 76 74 150* 18, Richard Skillicorn 77 74 151 19, Tommy Fenlon 76 76 152 20, Neil Caine 75 77 152 21, Peter Knight 77 76 153 22, Martin Kinrade 75 78 153 23, Mark Sutton 81 73 154 24, Joe Raeside 80 74 154 25, Jeff Ward 77 78 155 26, David Kinrade 80 76 156 27, Paul Mackie 80 76 156 28, Martyn Callister 83 74 157 29, Stuart Douglas 81 76 157 30, Peter Skelton 77 80 157 31, Charles Garside 77 80 157 32, Michael Rae 77 80 157 33, Jason Cubbon 76 81 157 34, Gerald Bradley 80 78 158 35, David Simpson 76 82 158 36, Ryan Maddox 82 77 159 37, David Murray 82 77 159 38, Tom Doyle 81 78 159 39, Jamie Arniel 83 77 160 40, Brian Kelly 82 78 160 41, Sam Skelton 80 80 160 42, Karl Logan 79 81 160 43, Ian Kelly 78 82 160 44, Fraser Dorling 78 83 161 45, Jamie Crellin 78 83 161 46, Robert Braide 77 84 161 47, Dan Williams 83 79 162 48, John F. McMullan 80 82 162 49, Paul Allison 90 73 163 50, Gary Hunter 86 77 163 *lost in a playoff to Phil Christian There were 88 competitors in action

Women’s qualifying

Kayleigh Dawson was fourth in the women’s qualifiers at Ramsey over the weekend with a total score of 169 DK170715(148)

1, Shirley Price 2, Lynda Simpson 3, Breeshey Jansen 4, Kayleigh Dawson 5, Joy Morris 6, Catherine Cassidy 7, Ruth Pigott 8, Jane Gaines 9, Joy Platt 10, Gail Corrin 11, Lindsey Tickell 12, Dee Lewis 13, Jackie Murley 14, Mair Gardner 15, Jill Holmes 16, Diana Cowley 17, Jessie Perry 18, Emma Noon 19, Pauline Kennish 20, Steph Gregg 21, Anne Gundry

Rd 1 82 81 87 83 88 86 93 92 96 69 98 97 104 102 99 104 107 108 118 120 101

Rd 2 81 84 82 86 85 89 88 91 92 93 95 97 98 100 105 103 102 113 107 126 N/R

Total 163 165 169 169 173 175 181 183 188 189 193 194 202 202 204 207 209 221 225 246 N/R

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Dan Kneen beats Dunlop but has to settle for second

DEAN HARRISON’S SOLO S100 TITLE PHOTO: PETER CORLETT

by john watterson

DUKE STANDINGS

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The 2017 Southern 100 had just about everything - perfect conditions, a quality entry, superb racing, record speeds and, yes, a degree of controversy.

From the word go there were record speeds and exciting, close racing on the Tuesday evening.

This continued on Wednesday with four more thrilling events (covered in last week’s Manx Independent and IoM Courier respectively) in which lap and race records were broken on each and every occasion.

The four-day Isle of Man Steam Packet Companysponsored internatonal meeting all came to a spectacular finale on Thursday afternoon with the two main solo and sidecar Manx Gas championship events.

There was disappointment going into the meeting that Guy Martin would not be appearing.

There was also the nonappearance of William Dunlop at the S100 for the second year in succession.

His brother Michael explained that William had participated in the Walderstown meeting in Westmeath on the Sunday and the next boat crossing on Tuesday would not allow him sufficent practice for Billown.

Ivan Lintin was another leading name not to make the start line for the big race of the week. Having won the 650/250 race shortly prior to the solo championship, he experienced battery problems with his RC Express Kawasaki on the warm-up lap and was forced to pull up at Iron Gate.

From the change of lights, Michael Dunlop got off to a flier on the Bennetts Suzuki and had a narrow lead over Dean Harrison and Dan Kneen at the bottom of Ballakeighan straight. A couple

Dean Harrison leads Michael Dunlop and Dan Kneen through Stadium Corner in a thrilling solo championship race. It ended - Harrison, Kneen, Dunlop

of bike lengths behind the leading trio were James Cowton, Derek McGee and Jamie Coward.

Harrison had experienced similar rectifier issues to Lintin with his Kawasaki in two of the three 1100cc events earlier in the meeting, but his Silicone Engineering team appeared to have the bike sorted for the big one.

He was 1.12sec behind Dunlop at the end of the first circuit, a similar margin in front of Manxman Kneen.

The gap between Dunlop and Harrison was considerably tighter at 0.475 of a second after two laps, and hammering down Castletown Bypass another lap on the three leaders were vircutally side-byside. The official margin was 100th of a second between Dunlop and Kneen.

Dunlop continued to lead, but then Harrison jumped to

the front with his first 115mph lap on the next circuit to grab the lead.

He held the advantage for the next two circuits before Kneen got his nose in front on laps seven and eight. All the time, the speeds were continuing to increase.

Coward had leap-frogged ahead of McGee and Cowton into fourth.

Harrison and Kneen looked the likely contenders coming into the closing stages, with Dunlop biding his time behind them on the Suzuki. Harrison led for half a circuit on lap seven, but Kneen nipped back ahead of him on the brakes into Cross Four Ways.

On the final lap it was all change again with Harrison leading into Iron Gate from Dunlop, with Kneen third.

Harrison held on this time, and Kneen managed

to edge Dunlop out of second place to cross the finish line a bike-and-a-half length behind winner Harrison. The official margin was 0.131 of a second.

Amazingly, despite finishing third, Dunlop’s final lap was the fastest of the race, a new absolute lap record of 115.707mph in a time of 2min 12.231sec.

Coward finished third on the Radcliffe Racing BMW, 19s off the podium, with Cowton at another 11.7s on the McAdoo Kawasaki.

Dan Hegarty, S100 debutee Derk McGee, Rob Hodson and another newcomer Sam West were next, with Mark Goodings rounding out the top-10.

The other local finishers were Mikey Evans 15th, Brendan Fargher 22nd, Jamie Williams 23rd and Glenn Harrison 26th.

‘I’ve been trying for the last five years to win that,’ said a delighted Dean Harrison. ‘It was a hard race to win.

I missed a couple of races this week because of rectifier issues with the big bike - nobody’s fault.

‘So before this one I had only done one race on the ZX10. But it was mint. Michael [Dunlop] got a good start, but I managed to reel him in and get past on lap four. I didn’t look behind me, but I knew it was close all the way to the flag.’

Dan Kneen admitted the pace was very hot - a little too hot for his BMW’s brakes.

‘The Superstock bike had the pace, but the brakes aren’t as good on it and there is a lot of heavy braking on this course for the hairpin and tight corners. They started smoking on me.

‘Dean braked good into

Dean Harrison extended his lead in the Duke Road Race Championship standing to almost 600 points over James Cowton, with Ivan Lintin up two places to third.

Michael Dunlop and Jamie Coward were the big movers, going up 14 places to fourth and sixth respectively.

Dan Kneen moved up no fewer than 29 places to 20th.

Duke Rankings: 1, Dean Harrison 1,728 points; 2, James Cowton 1,130; 3, Ivan Lintin 947; 4, Michael Dunlop 845; 5, Derek McGee 754; 6, Jamie Coward 750; 7, Derek Sheils 692; 8, Joey Thompson 657; 9, Barry Davidson 625; 10, Joe Loughlin 580; 11, Michael Rutter 533; 12, Ian Hutchinson 531; 13, William Dunlop 516; 14, Daley Mathison 497; 15, Adam McLean 491; 16, Peter Hickman 490. the last corner and I ran a little deep so had to roll it off a bit on the exit.’

It was the end of an excellent six days for the Manxman with a first, second and fourth at Imatra on the Penz13.com Superbike, followed by four straight second places on the DTR Superstock bike at Billown.

After winning the three earlier big bike races, Michael Dunlop had to settle for third spot in the feature race.

‘It’s my own fault. I changed the settings on the rear suspension and lost all the drive and grip. The rear started to spin. I made a jump with the settings, I should have stuck with the earlier set-up.’ l The number of motorcycles that travelled to the Isle of Man Steam Packet Company International Southern 100 Road Races this year was up 12.5 per cent on last year.

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First 115mph laps of Billown course

Birthday surprise for John Holden (61) and local passenger Lee Cain

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The upturned outfit skidded 80 yards until coming to a standstill on the slip road (through road to Ballasalla), way past the main junction.

Miraculously, although it looked quite shocking to spectators and marshals, neither Wilkes nor Reeves were seriously injured.

Reeves had the foresight to duck his head as low as possible as the outfit overturned, and although his helmet left a distinctive scrape line on the surface of the road, and was quite literally trapped under the upturned sidecar, he was thankfully uninjured.

Passenger Wilkes took a bang as he was catapulted into the Rectocel race fencing, but was soon on his feet and running over to check the condition of his driver.

Tom Birchall also ran over to assist the race marshals and medics, assisting with the extrication of Tim Reeves and re-righting of the stricken outfit. Brother Ben sat on the bales, perhaps reflecting on what had happened and no doubt waiting for the verbal onslaught from his archrival.

That inevitably came when Reeves returned to the paddock (the Birchalls were able to drive their largely undamaged outfit back).

‘He tried to get through the lap before, so I held my line,’ explained an irate Reeves to Manx Radio’s Chris Kinley. ‘I kept a tight line, knowing he would probably try it again.

There was no room for him, then wallop - he rammed us from behind until he eventually tipped our outfit over.

‘Does he think I’m a mug?

I’m a seven-time world champion, what he [Ben] did to us was extremely dangerous, particularly on a road circuit.

It just wasn’t cricket, it was blatant.

‘Our bike is absolutely buckled, it’s ruined a good

Lintin’s twin does the double THURSDAY PM Ivan Lintin completed a hat-trick of doubles in the 650/250 twin class and his seventh win out of eight since 2014.

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John Holden celebrated his 61st birthday on Thursday with an unexpected win in the Southern 100 Manx Gas Sidecar Championship race with local passenger Lee Cain. ‘It’s not how I would have wanted to win it,’ said John

week.’

Undeterred, the Kent ace thanked race secretary George Peach and the organising team, along with the crowds for the tremendous support.

Spectators and one or two officials who witnessed the incident felt the blame lay more in Birchall’s corner, but accepted that he was at liberty to go for the gap on the inside.

He had got his outfit’s nose in when Reeves - initially unaware of the position of the other outfit - hugged evertighter to the right in an attempt to block any possible move.

The sidecar wheel of Birchalls’ outfit then rammed hard into the rear-wheel of Reeves and Wilkes’ as both crews braked and came down through the box for the firstgear right-hander. Once that happened, it threw all the weight forward on the Klaffi machine and it was game over once the outfit flipped.

Amateur photographers Dave and son Darren Purves captured a graphic sequence of images, both from in front and behind the action. There is no doubt that Reeves and Wilkes were very lucky to escape serious injury.

There’s no doubt it was a harsh move from Birchall, but there is a lot of history and pride between Ben and Tim. It’s likely the latter would have tried a similar overtaking manoeuvre if the roles had been reversed.

The race was swiftly redflagged and, as it was halted because of an incident involving the lead two outfits, they were effectively excluded from the results.

This meant that John Holden and Lee Cain, who had settled for third place on the Silicone Engineering LCR Honda, were elevated to first place.

‘Amazing,’ said John. ‘It’s my [61st] birthday, so another thing to celebrate. It’s not how I would have wanted to win it.

‘I saw the skid marks coming into Cross Four Ways, and the outfit, but the guys were all up. I wish them all well, but that’s racing.’

‘We got stuck behind Conrad [Harrison] at the start and lost our tow behind the lead two. Our bike’s clutch was slipping towards the end and we were as good as touring on that final lap.’

The results were based on the positions at the end of lap five. Lee Cain, who had

already enjoyed two podium finishes in the TT in his first proper road race meeting with Holden, was delighted with the result: ‘Fantastic. It would have been better if we had actually beaten the best of the best, but its great to get the win nonetheless.’

There was another dustup (quite literally) between eventual runner-up Wayne Lockey and third-placed Conrad Harrison after they also had a coming together on the final lap before the red flags came out. They were partnered by Mark Sayers and Andy Winkle respectively.

Dan Knight and Matthew Rostron were the leading newcomers in sixth spot, one ahead of Greg Lambert and his local partner Julie Canipa.

NO MOLYNEUX/SAYLE Dave Molyneux and Dan Sayle were non-starters in the championship race after their Yamaha’s big-end went.

‘I said if we had a blow-up at the Southern I wasn’t prepared to spend more time and money fixing it.

‘I’ll be doing more testing than racing for a while, but I think I’ve got to the bottom of all the engine issues now.’

evening, he had a start to finish battle with similarly Kawasaki-mounted James Cowton, who - after losing out by 0.065 of a second - admitted that he didn’t know what to do to win a race at the Southern 100.

Cowton set a new lap record of 104.600mph, while both he and Lintin went inside the old race record.

Rob Hodson was third

and event newcomer Joey Thompson the leading 250 rider in fourth.

Darryl Tweed of Ballymoney led home Northern Ireland 1-2-3 in the 125/400cc race after Sulby’s Dan Sayle retired from second place on the penultimate lap when the clutch centre nut loosened off on the Moto 3 Honda.

Tweed, who had also won the Tuesday evening race,

crossed the line 5.6s in front of fellow Ballymoney man Seamus Elliott, with Paul Gartland of Ederney third.

Leading local was Dave Taylor of Ballasalla in 10th.

Alan Connor of Duleek led Andy Sellars and Richard Stubbs home in the Senior consolation race, while the final four-lap support race went to James Smith of Glen Vine on his 650 Suzuki.

The new-look morning half of championship day is now largely designed to cater for the huge demand in interest by riders of 600cc (and 675cc triple) machines.

Most of the riders in the ‘C race’ were newcomers to the Billown course, notably Jack Fowler of Carlton in Nottinghamshire, who led from midway round lap one onwards.

He was initially annoyed with himself for making a poor start on his 675cc Triumph, but he later explained that he had never started a race from pole position before.

‘I almost stalled the motor as I let the clutch out and the bike launched skywards.

But I knew I had the pace and soon made my way up from sixth or seventh place to move into the lead.’

He eventually won by 1.5 seconds from Tommy Henry of Ballymoney, with Mark Pattinson and initial leader Ben Shuttlewood completing a rout of the first four places by Billown rookies.

Marie Hodgson of Port Erin rode well to finish eighth on her Yamaha R6.

The 600cc B race was initially led by Dennis Booth of Ballymena from Mick Goodings and Stephen Parsons of Milnthorpe - with half a second covering the trio - only for seasoned campaigner Davy Morgan to make his way through from row three to take the win by a margin of precisely five seconds on his R6.

It was the popular Saintfield man’s first win in the island since his Senior Manx Grand Prix victory in 2004.

Course newcomer Parsons had a good dice with S100 first-timer Stephen

Smith of Liverpool for the remaining podium places, his Suzuki cutting out at the finish as it ran out of fuel.

Dean Harrison made it a 600cc double in the main event, having also won the previous evening’s race in equally superb conditions.

James Cowton grabbed the holeshot, but Harrison was in front by the end of lap one, with Michael Dunlop close on their tails.

A fraction more than one second covered the top four after 8.5 miles with Harrison 0.3 up on Cowton, Dunlop 0.4 down on him and Jamie Coaward another four tenths down in fourth.

Although Harrison stretched his advantage to 0.8 of a second after three laps, it went back down to less than half a second for the remainder of the race, eventually finishing 0.264 of a second ahead of Dunlop, who broke the track record for a 600 on the final circuit with a speed of 111.335mph.

Harrison, who established a new race record, admitted it was difficult being on the front. ‘There’s no target for you to aim at,’ he said.

Joey Thompson was the leading newcomer in fifth, while the highest placed locals were Brendan Fargher in ninth and Mikey Evans in 11th.

In a foretaste of what was to come in the solo championship event, Dunlop smashed the race record for the Island Aggregates Senior race and also became the first rider to lap the course at 115mph.

He led the race from start to finish, shadowed by Dan Kneen who also broke into 115mph terrain on lap six.

At the chequered cloth Dan was nine tenths of a second behind the Ulsterman, with Coward third and Ivan Lintin fourth.

Ivan Lintin won both the 650/250 twin races from James Cowton. It was Lintin’s third double in succession Photo: Callum Staley

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Football

Top two win in Premier League The top two both recorded easy victories in Saturday’s Premiership matches.

An early start at Mullen-eCloie saw Castletown bat first and post a below-par 166 all out.

Tom Burrows top scored with 34 and there was 23 apiece for Garreth Roome and Dan Laughlin.

Nick White, Ollie Webster, Russ Miller and Kieran Cawte took two wickets each for the western team.

Peel and St John’s made light work of the chase, skipper Webster leading the way with 103 before retiring, his third ton of the season, as his team got home in the 24th over.

At Tromode, where the home team faced the Development XI, the morning rain delayed the start and it was finally decided to play a 24-over match when conditions were finally fit.

Cronkbourne batted first and racked up 181-7 – while this was a still a sizeable total it was a much better performance from the Development team than their last time out against the league leaders.

Jacob Butler took 3-20 off his five overs and was backed up by 1-39 from Spencer Clarke and 2-13 from Eddie Beard.

The bulk of the runs were again scored by skipper Max Stokoe, who hit 90, and has now scored 319 runs against the Development side this season. Nathan Knights assisted with a brisk 22.

The Development reply was more about getting them experience ahead of their forthcoming tour rather than chasing the runs.

As such, Mark Williams and Greig Wright did not bat, but they will probably be disappointed that yet again many of their batters failed to get to double figures.

Eddie Beard (30) and Spencer Clarke (13) were the exceptions as they finished on 73-7.

For Cronkbourne the pick of the bowlers was Jack Gerrard with an impressive 4-3 off his two overs.

FIXTURES: SATURDAY, JULY 22 Premiership Castletown v Hannan Law Crosby at King William’s College Peel and St John’s v IoM Cricket Association Development XI at Mullen-e-Cloie Ramsey v Cronkbourne at Ramsey Grammar School

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Football

Chris Bass Jr named FA Player of the Year again St George’s winger Chris Bass Jr has been named as the Isle of Man FA’s Footballer of the Year.

Bass Jr will receive the coveted Burrell Rosebowl for a record fourth time at Friday, July 28’s FA awards night after he helped his side win the Grand Slam for a third time.

Ashley Webster’s 36 league goals for Peel secured him the Golden Boot award.

Braddan’s Andy Glover has done the double once again, winning the Division Two Player of the Year and Silver Boot accolades. His 53 league goals helped the Swans to the second-tier title plus Woods Cup and Gold Cup victories.

In women’s football, Peel’s Kira Buchan has been named the Player of the Year, while 16-year-old Alex Honour has been awarded the Under-21

Player of the Year in her first season in senior football.

Rob Mason of Colby has won the Masters Player of the Year after helping his side win the Masters’ FA Cup. The presentation evening takes place at Douglas Golf Club. Tickets for the evening, which starts at 7.30pm, are priced at £20 and are available from the FA office at the Bowl.

Nostalgia updates

Full list of names for 1963 walk image John Cannell, the most prolific winner in the history of the Parish Walk with six to his credit, produced a full list of names for the nostalgia image that appeared in the June 20 edition.

It was taken at the start of the 1963 women’s race and the walkers at the start next to the former Athol Garage on Upper Church Street, Douglas are: (left to right) Miss Hazel Taubman, Miss Joyce Crellin, Mrs June Parrick, Miss Vivien Pedder, Miss Pamela Gribbin, Miss Barbara Stacey, Carol Arrowsmith, Joan Cannell and Irene Cottier.

JC even knows who the sleeve next to Irene belongs to - Margaret Wilkinson.

Just out of shot were Pat Caine and Eunice Davies,

who made history that year by becoming the first woman to complete the course.

l We also received an email from Heidi Danaher who recognised her mother Vivien (nee Pedder) No.16. She wrote: ‘Mum’s wearing cotton trousers

and Clarks moccasin-type lace-up leather shoes.

Trainer-style boots were just coming in.

‘The year before she did it in a Manx tartan skirt she had made herself and normal day-to-day shoes. That year she got to Ballaugh.’

The next time she took

part in the event was 50 years later in 2013 with her daughter Kerry, when they got to Rushen.

This year she supported her grandson, Chris Danaher, who was the first family member to finish. He came in 91st.

1957 photo taken at Wirral

Peter Babb of Tromode Park phoned to say that he knew the details of the above cycling picture (printed on June 27) because he actually snapped the original.

It was at a road race in Wirral, probably in 1957, when Stuart Slack (left) was living in the Wallasey area.

Wearing Ellan Vannin tops, the Manx team did well with Mike O’Hare (right) finishing runner-up overall and Reg Quayle (centre) winning the King of the Mountains.

Geordies begin league season at Johnners St George’s will start their defence of the Canada Life Premier League title at St John’s when the new season starts on September 2.

The fixture at Mullen-eCloie will mark the the Johnners’ first under the club’s new management team of Rick Holden and Jon Hallworth.

Holden’s former club Peel start with a tasty-looking trip to Old Firm rivals Rushen United.

Douglas Royal mark their return to the top-flight with a home game against Ramsey, while fellow promoted side Braddan travel to Paul Callow’s Laxey.

Corinthians, who play Geordies in the Eric Fletcher Charity Shield on August 27, start their campaign away at Douglas Athletic.

St Mary’s host Colby in the CLPL’s other opening weekend fixture.

After suffering relegation from the top flight last season, Ayre United begin life back in JCK Division Two away at Michael United.

Fellow relegated side Union Mills host Marown in a derby of sorts at Garey Mooar.

Elsewhere Foxdale kickoff their campaign at Douglas and District, while Castletown travel to Tromode and Gymns.

Pulrose United make the trip north to RYCOB while at the other end of the island, Malew host Governor’s Athletic at Clagh Vane.

The first mid-week games of the season follow only a few days later with games on September 5 and 6.

Saturday, September 2 2.30pm kick-offs Canada Life Premier League Douglas Athletic v Corinthians Douglas Royal v Ramsey Laxey v Braddan Rushen United v Peel St John’s Utd v St George’s St Mary’s v Colby JCK Division Two Douglas & District v Foxdale Gymnasium v Castletown Malew v Governor’s Athletic Michael United v Ayre United RYCOB v Pulrose United Union Mills v Marown Canada Life Combination One Braddan v Laxey Colby v St Mary’s Corinthians v Douglas Athletic Peel v Rushen United Ramsey v Douglas Royal St George’s v St John’s Utd JCK Combination Two Ayre United v Michael United Castletown v Gymnasium Foxdale v Douglas & District Governor’s Athletic v Malew Marown v Union Mills Pulrose United v RYCOB

l St George’s AGM takes place at Glencrutchery Road on July 27, starting at 6.30pm.

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SOUTH RAMSEY TIGHTEN THEIR GRIP AT THE TOP South Ramsey A tightened their grip last week on retaining champions status in the Isle of Man crown green bowls league.

In week 14 of the Ellan Vannin Fuels-sponsored league, Monday evening saw them romp to a 10-0 victory over Ballaugh A with a 168-84 aggregate scoreline telling the story. As such, they increased their lead at the top by another point on the chasing teams.

Marown A recorded an impressive 9-1 win away against Port Erin A to keep them in second place, Seamus Whelan being the only winner of the night for the home side.

Onchan A hosted Douglas B and matched Marown with a 9-1 win - they are now on top form but, as good as they may be playing, still lost ground on the champions-elect.

North Ramsey A were at home to Port St Mary A and secured a 6-4 win by taking the aggregate (155-132).

Peel A were the visitors to Douglas A and were looking to bounce back after the previous week’s disappointment.

Both teams had regular players missing but a 7-3 win for Peel A puts them back on track and allowed them to leapfrog Port St Mary back into fourth place.

John Kennish (left) and David Bradford successfully defended the Kermeen Quayle Pairs trophy at the weekend, beating Port St Mary’s Ewan Cooil and Wayne Roberts 21-14 (see report below right) Photo: Arnie Withers

Castletown A and B faced each other in the Town derby and it was A team that came out on top with a 7-3 win that keeps them a respectable seventh place in the league.

DIVISION TWO Division two leaders Onchan B were away at Finch Hill A and came away with a 6-4 win, while second place Marown B were away to Noble’s B and secured a 7-3 victory this puts them level Onchan B at the top on 92 points.

Peel B had a storming 10-0

win at home over Port St Mary C and are now in fourth place, while Port Erin B recorded an identical 10-0 win over Douglas C and now lie only one point behind Peel B. North Ramsey B versus Noble’s B was a very close affair that it ended 5-5, with Noble’s B taking the aggregate (134-135), while Port St Mary B claimed a good 9-1 win over Onchan C. DIVISION THREE Peel C clinched a 10-0 home win over Finch Hill B which

puts them six points clear at the top.

Douglas D hosted Castletown C and suffered an 8-2 defeat, while Marown C won by the same margin at home to Ballaugh C, results which mean the two teams are level on 73 points in second and third respectively.

South Ramsey recorded a 6-4 home win over Noble’s C and Ballaugh B had a solid 8-2 win over South Ramsey D.

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Skelly 21, Kevin Firth 10; John Breen 21, David Quayle 16; Bryan Corner 21, Lawrence Doogan 20; Barry Teare 16, Glenn Boland 21; Lee Christian 21, Peter Morris 15; Steve Gill 21, Paul Leece 11; Jimmy Moffatt 10, Kerry Boland 21. PEEL SUNSET B (8) (168) 10, PORT ST MARY C (0) (104) 0: Dougie Allan 21, Thomas Keggen 6; Alec Taylor 21, Tim Williams 13; Peter Kelly 21, Paul Russell 15; Tony Carroon 21, Tom Wilson 14; John Lightfoot 21, Peter Collins 18; Leslie Halsall 21, Willie Corkill 15; Alan Cromwell 21, Steve Hall 3; Jeff Oates 21, Colin Leece 20. PORT ERIN B (8) (168) 10, DOUGLAS C (0) (0) 0: Christopher Dent 21, w/o 0; Ed Benson 21, w/o 0; Ben Mowle 21, w/o 0; Derek Allen 21, w/o 0; Derek Cadamy 21, w/o 0; Alan Crebbin 21, w/o 0; Ken Horsley 21, w/o 0; Trevor Barker 21, w/o 0. PORT ST MARY B (7) (164) 9, ONCHAN C (1) (106) 1: Milton Cubbon 21, Ken Clarke 16; Ray Watterson 21, David Clucas 1; Ray Maddrell 21, Sam StannardDuke 20; Brian Lowe 21, Colin Spence 14; Brian Corrin 21, Kevin Stannard 8; Ken Karran 17, Paul Bailey 21; Louis Callister 21, Brian Woodall 19; Derek Kneen 21, Erwin Gelling 7. Division Three: BALLAUGH B (6) (147) 8, SOUTH RAMSEY D (2) (116) 2: Tony Quine 21, Jay Moore 7; Mike Buckeridge 11, James Ian Moore 21; John Bolton 21, Richard Davies 19; John Kneen 21, Franz ten Donkelaar 20; Dicky Watson 21, Martin

Caley 8; Philip Quayle 21, Peter Morgan 12; Fred Waggett 10, Matthew Corkill 21; Percy Faragher 21, Ian Moore 8. DOUGLAS D (2) (112) 2, CASTLETOWN C (6) (126) 8: Chris Clayton 17, Rob Sayle 21; Lee Butterworth 7, James Drinkwater 21; Greg Brew 13, Collin Holland 21; Juan Readshaw 21, w/o 0; Tony Creer 19, John Kinley 21; James Teare 14, John Matheson 21; Gavin Brew 21, w/o 0; w/o 0, Zawar Hussain 21. MAROWN C (6) (158) 8, BALLAUGH C (2) (112) 2: Keith Watterson 13, Patrick Grant 21; Stephen Rundle 21, Peter Corlett 14; Darren Kerruish 21, Charlie Howland 14; Dan Smith 19, Alan Kelly 21; Matt Derrick 21, Maurice O’Reilly 15; Steve Wilson 21, Brian Lace 15; Jamie Joughin 21, Arthur Moore 8; Gary Weightman 21, Richard Faragher 4. PEEL SUNSET C (8) (168) 10, FINCH HILL B (0) (80) 0: Jeff Wilson 21, Kevin Skillicorn 11; Paul Quirk 21, John Harris 11; Paul Baker 21, Kevin Anderson 10; Robert Middleton 21, Peter Partington 16; Ian Pendlebury 21, Alan Robertson 7; Bob Berry 21, Les Benson 7; Bert Quayle 21, Billy Willson 9; Derek Clarke 21, Stephen Oates 9. SOUTH RAMSEY C (4) (132) 6, NOBLE’S C (4) (110) 4: Austin Hart 21, Juan Qualtrough 10; Paul Routledge 16, Peter Woods 21; Tony Marler 16, Peter Smith 21; David Corkill 21, Terry Bates 16; Tony Hart 21, w/o 0; Toby Hart 2, Les Brookes 21; Anthony Kelly 21, w/o 0; Robert Snape 14, Chris Duggan 21.

Ellan Vannin Fuels Bowls League results Division One: CASTLETOWN A (5) (146) 7, CASTLETOWN B (3) (142) 3: Ian Watson 21, Ross Moore 17; Mike Hargraves 21, George Foy 19; Derek Lewney 21, John Alderson 14; Jeff Kinley 14, Alan Phair 21; Nathan Cooil 13, Dave Faragher 21; David Quayle 14, Ron Williams 21; Robert Cooil 21, Jimmy Young 10; Juan Kermode 21, Mark Saunders 19.

DOUGLAS A (3) (128) 3, PEEL SUNSET A (5) (146) 7: Paul Kelly 21, Gary Smith 19; Ian Moore 21, Paul Quirk 5; Andy Kennish 21, Darren Young 17; Gary Conwell 8, Frank Watson 21; Mike Cain 18, David Proctor 21; Nathan Hamilton 9, Harry Kelly 21; Roy Williams 14, Tom Kelly 21; William Cowley 16, Dave Kelly 21. NORTH RAMSEY A (4) (155) 6, PORT ST MARY A (4) (132) 4: John Cannan 19, Ewan Cooil 21; Gary Merrill 21, Robbie Cooil 11; Steve Walmsey 14, Wayne Roberts 21; Steve Parker 21, Chris Oates 10; Tony Smart 21, Tom Collins 12; Geoff Porter 19, Juan Hargraves 21; Allan Callow 21, Dan McCabe 15; Brian Colquitt 19, Trevor Quayle 21. ONCHAN A (7) (160) 9, DOUGLAS B (1) (82) 1: Peter Slinger 21, Bob Banning 10; Robert Monk 21, Pat O’Donohue 5; Kevin Quirk 21, Shaun Seal 4; Matthew Quirk 21, Geoff Mayles 5; Jordan Cain 21, Ray Osborne 7; Phil Kerruish 21, Gordon Wynne-Smythe 16; Rob Cowley 21, James Samson 14; Mike Thomas 13, Andy Cannell 21. PORT ERIN A (1) (98) 1, MAROWN A (7) (155) 9: Bernie

Durcan 11, Matthew Keggen 21; Steve Durcan 7, Phil Kelly 21; Harry Minor 4, Neil Withers 21; Peter Addison 20, John Gelling 21; David McCabe 18, Paul Dunn 21; Stuart Gale 9, Colin Kelly 21; Seamus Whelan 21, Mark Moorley 8; Bernard Thackrah 8, Bob Clark 21. SOUTH RAMSEY A (8) (168) 10, BALLAUGH A (0) (84) 0: David Bradford 21, Edgar Cowin 2; Peter Collister 21, Richard Fisher 11; Chas Grills 21, Steve Grant 16; Glynn Hargraves 21, Barry McDonald 7; Dave Kelly 21, Bob Unsworth 17; Stefan Kelly 21, John Keenan 14; John Kennish 21, John Maddrell 9; Alan Moore 21, Peter Graham 8.

Division Two: FINCH HILL A (4) (128) 4, ONCHAN B (4) (149) 6: Steve Bridson 21, Mark Kelly 18; Paul Dougherty 21, Peter Wallis 12; Tony Epifani 21, Edward Carlyle 15; Arthur Halsall 10, James McNee 21; Peter Hughes 8, Steve Crampton 21; Billy Long 11, Les McLellan 21; Gerald Woodsworth 15, Bernie McPhee 21; Sefton Dent 21, Peter Karran 20. NOBLE’S A (3) (116) 3, MAROWN B (5) (143) 7: Joe Bullock 3, Brian Kelly 21; John Singleton 9, Peter Kelly 21; Jeff Crellin 16, Walter McCarthy 21; Graham Moore 16, Ian Kissack 21; David Pease 21, John Kelly 8; Roy Murphy 9, Harry Barton 21; Tommy Collister 21, Stewart Clague 12; Stewart Cubbon 21, Juan Killip 18. NORTH RAMSEY B (5) (134) 5, NOBLE’S B (3) (135) 5: David Thompson 3, John Ruscoe 21; Ray

Onchan miss out on shield final South Ramsey A made the trip to Onchan on Thursday evening for the semi-final of the Rayner Shield.

In what was a fascinating encounter with a good crowd adding to an electric atmosphere, this was always going to be a tight game on an Onchan green that was in great condition. First off was Alan Moore who defeated former South Ramsey player Adrian Skinner 21-6 to give the visitors a 15-chalk advantage.

Next off was Phil Kerruish who used all his experience to defeat Stefan Kelly 21-12, with the latter only winning seven ends but making his two’s to bump up his score. This reduced the deficit to only six chalks.

Next off was Rob Monk who inflicted a 21-15 defeat over John Kennish to bring the tie level on chalks and a 2-1 advantage on games.

Last off from the first half was former Onchan player David Bradford who levelled it at 2-2 with a 21-8 victory over Peter Slinger, the score not really reflecting the tight ends played by both players with the visitors gaining a 13-chalk advantage at the halfway stage.

In the second blocks this lead was quickly wiped out, with Kevin Quirk playing as well as always with a 216 victory over Chas Grills to turn the match on its head to go 3-2 on games and gain a two-point lead on chalks.

In a game that could

have gone the other way on another night, it was another former Onchan player Glynn Hargraves who had a strong 21-12 victory over Jordan Cain.

Hargraves had a good hit rate on the night when lying down, with none more critical than at 16-9,with Cain lying one in the corners when Hargraves played Cain out to make two.

This result levelled it up at 3-3 on games, with a seven-point advantage for the Ramsey men.

Next off was Matthew Quirk who also had an assured 21-12 win over Peter Collister to make it 4-3 on games and again turn the match on its head to put Onchan ahead by two chalks.

With Dido Kelly being 17-10 up on Rob Cowley at this point, it looked like South Ramsey would take the victory by a fair few points with Kelly needing to win to 18 or less.

However, Cowley had other ideas playing his way back into the game with some great second bowls to put the visiting team through the mill.

Cowley managed pull the score back to 18-20 over Kelly, with the prospect of getting to 19 to set up the dreaded one-end shootout, or even getting to 20 or 21 himself to secure the victory for Onchan.

But it wasn’t quite to be, with Kelly managing to secure the victory for the visitors by a solitary chalk to book their place in the final.

GLYNN HARGRAVES

A strong field of 32 pairs made the trip to Sunset City to play in the Kermeen Quayle Pairs at the weekend.

The eventual winners were John Kennish and David Bradford who retained the trophy, beating the Port St Mary duo of Ewan Cooil and Wayne Roberts 21-14.

In the semi-finals Kennish and Bradford beat

home greeners Dave ‘Barney’ Kelly and David Proctor 21-9, while Cooil and Roberts came through 21-15 against Matthew Keggen and Paul Kelly.

Losers in the quartes were Dave ‘Dido’ Kelly and George Brew, Jerome Surridge and Frank Watson, Jordan Cain and Neil Withers, Paul Leece and John Ruscoe.

Duo retain title

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Pony Club teams qualify for regional champs The Isle of Man branch of the Pony Club had a fantastic day at Somerford Park, Cheshire recently for the Area 4 Eventing competition.

A group of 15 members and their ponies along with coach Clare Drewry travelled across for the competition and they were joined by another member Lauren Bellamy who was already in England.

Everyone stayed at Somerford Park which proved great fun with football, rounders and a BBQ each evening. Even more fun for everyone when they were joined on the Friday by Ballawhetstone Centre members.

The weather was good on the Saturday for the event and, under the careful eye of trainer Drewry, everyone managed to be in the right place at the right time as all rode their socks off to produce some fabulous results in a huge entry against stiff competition.

Results: PC90 - 2, Hannah Geoghegan (Ben) - qualified for Pony Club Championships; 6, Amelia Hotchkiss (Greystones Pilgrim). PC100 - 4, Jade

The PC90 Eventing Team (l-r) Blae Richardson, Hannah Geoghegan, Aalish Creer and Amelia Hotchkiss Cannell (Got to Guess). PC Open - 3, Lauren Bellamy (Rioja) - qualified for the Pony Club Championships. PC80 Arena A 6, Freya Cowie (Burnbank Aphrodite). Arena B - 2, Victoria Garner (Four Humour) also sixth in Cheshire Shield; 4, Lola Bass (Rod Lease Special Magic); 5, Molly Howland (Plan B) from Ballawhetstone Centre. Arena C 1, Holly Dimelow (Midnight Mystery) and first in Cheshire Shield; 5, Lauren Batty (Oh Mi); Percy Hampton (Deep Blue) sixth in Cheshire Shield. Arena D 3, Amelia Easthope (Reg); 6, Immy Millward (Mistaken Identity).

Both PC 80 branch teams qualified for the Regional Championships.

Everyone on the trip would like to thank trainer Clare Drewry for all her help and support before and during the event - the consistency of training has certainly helped produce these results.

Also thanks to the Isle of Man Steam Packet for its help and co-operation getting all the ponies shipped over and home again, and Michaela Cannell the chef d’equipe for her super organisation of everything for everyone.

Good luck to Hannah

and Lauren at the Pony Club Championships being held between Friday, August 18 and Tuesday, August 22 at Cholmondeley Castle in Malpas, Cheshire.

Also best wishes to the club’s two PC 80 teams Jade Fyfe, Amelia Easthope, Holly Dimelow and Lola Bass; Freya Cowie, Victoria Garner, Immy Millward and Lauren Batty at the Regional Championships at Eland Lodge on August 27

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Rifle shooting

Kermode’s magic has her flying in latest Osborn Carpets win Manx international rifle shooter Gemma Kermode came out top of class A in the latest round of the Osborn Carpets series at St John’s.

The Laxey athlete has a lot of major events coming up so this result will lift her confidence no end.

In Class B Nick Brown took the honours while Perryn Watson won through in Class C.

to win the most recent round of the Sadler Junior Championship.

Osborn Carpets round 12 results: Class A 1, Gemma Kermode 101.1 102.9 100.3 102.5 103.5 102.6 total 612.9; 2, Tracey Skelton 100.2 101.4 101.5 103.9 101.0 102.4 610.4; 3, Harry Creevy 101.6 102.9 101.2 100.5 99.8 98.3 604.3.

Class B 1, Nick Brown 100.0 97.8 101.6 100.7 101.0 101.5 602.6; 2, Alex Trafford 100.6 100.1 99.3 100.1 101.3 97.9 599.3; 3, Martin Moore 98.7 98.6 101.0 98.6 100.4 99.0 596.3 Class C 1, Perryn Watson 99.1 99.8 101.0 99.4 102.4 100.2 601.9; 2, Bill Jones 100.6 100.1 99.3 100.1 101.3 97.9 599.3; 3, Matthew Roosen 98.7 101.5 100.4 98.9 99.8 98.9 598.2.

Tynwald Handicap Shield 1, John Brewis (h/c 69.6) 96.5 99.6 99.1 99.8 98.2 98.9 total 661.7; 2, Noah Mayne (h/c 73.4) 97.5 95.7 94.7 100.4 101.4 98.1 661.2; 3, Tony Kneale (h/c 68.7) 98.0 97.3 99.5 95.9 99.0 102.6 661.0; 4, Gemma Kermode (h/c 45.2) 101.1 102.9 100.3 102.5 103.5 102.6 658.1; 5, Alex Trafford (h/c 57.5) 100.6 100.1 99.3 100.1 101.3 97.9 656.8

Matthew Roosen, another shooter revelling in a number of high-class events across, is in good form at the moment and he edged out Alex Trafford by the thinnest of margins - 0.6 points -

Sadler Junior Championship round 12 - 1, Matthew Roosen 98.7 101.5 100.4 total 300.6; 2, Alex Trafford 100.6 100.1 99.3 300.0; 3, Rhys Keown 98.6 101.7 97.7 298.0; 4, Noah Mayne 97.5 95.7 94.7 287.9; 5, Conor Rowe 98.1 85.8 89.8 273.7.

John Brewis won round 12 of the Tynwald Shield, just ahead of youngster Noah Mayne.

Gemma Kermode won round four of the Jamaica with a strong score.

Jamaica Trophy round four 1 A Gemma Kermode 101.1 102.9 100.3 102.5 103.5 102.6 total 612.9; 2 A Tracey Skelton 100.2 101.4 101.5 103.9 101.0 102.4 610.4; 3 A Harry Creevy 101.6 102.9 101.2 100.5 99.8 98.3 604.3; 4 B Nick Brown B 100.0 97.8 101.6 100.7 101.0 101.5 602.6; 5 C Steve Callus 96.0 97.7 95.5 98.6 98.9 99.7 586.4.

COLIN WATSON

Equestrian

Lt Governor visits taekwondo clubs Aggie gears up Manx Taekwondo recently hosted a sparring test match against Ace Taekwondo, a sister club in Peel.

As MT is a fully accredited club with British Taekwondo, the sport’s national governing body, sparring is carried out in both clubs in accordance with the various rules and regulations.

This also means that anyone with the skills, passion and commitment can progress in the sport, right up to national, international and Olympic levels.

At club level, sparring not only develops courage and resilience, but it sharpens speed, timing, agility and focus.

Manx Taekwondo also welcomed a special guest to the test match, Lieutenant Governor His Excellency Sir Richard Gozney who visited to watch the action.

As Sir Richard had not previously watched taekwondo, two adult students Adrian

for England events

Lieutenant Governor Richard Gozney (back centre) visited Manx Taekwondo’s test match against Ace Taekwondo

Marsh and Shaun Morgan gave an overview of the sport and commentated on the matches.

His Excellency was impressed with the high standard of the competitors and, while presenting awards, he remarked that both clubs were punching above their weight given the size of the island’s population.

The chairman of Manx Taekwondo, Master Rod Nielsen, commented: ‘Test matches are an important part of taek-

wondo as it gives students an opportunity to assess themselves against new opponents at a similar level.

‘It’s always a pleasure to welcome Ace Taekwondo and I would like to extend my thanks to head coach Neil Ecolango for bringing a team to take part. Manx Taekwondo would also like to thank Sir Richard for taking time to visit the club.’

It is sport for all ages and competitors in the test match ranged from children aged

seven to veterans aged over 50.

One such veteran, Richard Lincoln, said: ‘I started taekwondo about a year ago to encourage my daughter, Eve, and this has been my first competitive sparring match.

‘It was a tough match, but I enjoyed the experience and I am now more determined to improve for next time.’

If you would like to find out more about Manx Taekwondo, search for the club on Facebook. Alternatively, call 436181.

Riders took full advantage of the range of tests available to competitors at the GGH Summer Dressage event last Tuesday, including a choice of whether to compete in the daytime or evening.

Novice level was the most popular and the majority of tests were ridden in the long outdoor arena, providing instant entertainment for the horses in the surrounding fields.

It is also a great chance for the island judges to practice judging at many levels and the two on this day, Suzanne Corlett and Vicky Henthorn, had a good range both in the tests ridden and the experience of the horses - up to Aggie Crapper on Enrico having a run through at a higher level before going away to England to compete.

Both she and Trish Halli-

well on Supernova achieved excellent percentages at their levels. It was also lovely to see Claire Baldwin on the young Shire Horse, Ballafayle Scout. He is still struggling with the canter work in the small arena, but really enjoyed his outing Results: Intro A, section one 1=, Millie Lyon (Saretta) and Tayla Griffin (Chetwynd). Section two, 1, Paula Creer (Johnny). Test one, section one 1, Trish Halliwell (Supernova); 2, Jane Upsdell (The Apprentice). Section two 1, Clare Baldwin (Ballafayle Scout). Test two 1, Jane Upsdell (The Apprentice).

Test 17, section one 1, Trish Halliwell (Supernova); 2, Tricia Kissack (Father Jack); 3, Sarah O’Shea (Slavonic).

Section two 1, Immy Millward (Mistaken Identity). Section three 1, Clare Baldwin (Budweiser); 2, Anna Higgins (Amical Risks). Test 23, Section one 1, Tricia Kissack (Father Jack). Section two 1, Clare Baldwin (Budweiser). Test 37 - 1, Aggie Crapper (Enrico). Test 59, -1, Aggie Crapper (Enrico).

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NEWS Success: Steam Packet announce rise in passengers for S100 and Bus Vannin celebrate record TT passenger numbers

It’s a good year for travel by ferry and on the bus

by Jackie Turley

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Both the Steam Packet and Bus Vannin are celebrating successful motorcycle events.

A total of 997 motorcycles travelled to the Southern 100 with the Steam Packet, an increase of 12.5% on last year.

Meanwhile Bus Vannin carried a record number of passengers over the TT period.

For the Steam Packet, total passenger numbers were up by 4.8% to more than 7,700 and there was a 4.5% increase in the number of cars, vans and trailers.

Steam Packet chief exec-

utive Mark Woodward said: ‘The Southern 100, which we have proudly been title sponsor of for almost two decades, is attracting more and more fans eager to see thrilling, close road racing and enjoy the unique atmosphere of one of the most popular meetings of the year.

‘The numbers which travel are still quite modest when compared with the TT, for example, but it is clear the Southern 100 is growing and a real asset to the Isle of Man’s visitor economy.’

During the TT Festival, Bus Vannin carried a total of 199,828 passengers.

It compares with 180,470 in 2016 and 170,947 in 2015.

There was a corresponding upturn in revenue, with

ITT fans ride off the Manannan for this year’s event

the on-bus takings exceeding £230,000.

The busiest day during TT 2017 was June 6, when 18,000 people travelled by bus.

The Department of Infrastructure has said that TT passenger figures for the Isle of Man’s heritage transport attractions were also ‘encouraging’.

Some 13,639 people used

Sport

the Manx Electric Railway, 7,720 the Steam Railway and 6,691 the Douglas Bay Horse Trams.

But the department said the generally poor conditions for TT 2017 had an impact on the Snaefell Mountain Railway services, with the total number of passengers (9,862) down on the previous year.

Jason Moorhouse MHK,

DoI member with responsibility for public transport, said: ‘TT represents the busiest time of year for Bus Vannin and a special timetable is put in place to meet the additional demand, including more frequent services and stops at popular campsites.

‘The fact Bus Vannin enjoyed a record-breaking TT despite disruptions caused

by the weather and the delays in racing is very impressive.

‘This included rescheduling services, often at short notice, to meet changing times of peak demand.’

Director of public transport Ian Longworth said: ‘We will review the performance of Bus Vannin during this year’s TT period and look at ways to further improve our services .’

Commonwealth

Get stateside with a scholarship agency

See Queen’s Baton on island-wide tour

Oliver Charles Sports Management, in Victoria Road, Douglas, is giving thousands of youngsters the opportunity to pursue sporting and academic opportunities stateside.

OliverCharlesSports.com describes itself as the first student-to-coach monthly membership networking platform.

It guides and qualifies young British people to American college sports scholarship opportunities, by tackling the existing agency model of a one-time, highly prohibitive consultancy fee, which often provides little or no support on the crucial academic side of the process.

There will be a chance to see The Queen’s Baton as it visits the island in September on its way to Australia for next year’s Commonwealth Games.

The baton will be officially welcomed to the island by the Isle of Man Commonwealth Games Association’s president, Basil Bielich, who will be accompanied by the Chief Minister Howard Quayle and CGA officials.

Over the weekend of September 2 and 3, the baton will visit the association’s ‘team ‘champions as well as Government House and Tynwald Hill. Mylchreests Motors and Isle of Man Trike Tours will be the official transport for

Chief executive Oliver Templeton said: ‘Oliver Charles Sports Management is taking the current business model of scholarship agencies across the UK and streamlining the entire process through an online membership platform, where each member will be guided through the steps required to successfully attain a scholarship stateside.

‘Our rapidly expanding network of American coaches have access to review profiles, watch videos of each player’s showcase games and offer scholarships to qualified talent.’

Oliver Charles Sports Management was incorpo-

rated in June 2016 and has since secured investment and developed the industry’s first affordable membership networking and e-learning platform.

Chief operating officer Lee Hills said: ‘With an increasing number of US college coaches relying heavily on recruiting international players, we are delighted to be helping young people access previously unaffordable, life changing scholarships.’

To find out more about Oliver Charles Sports Management or to book an interview contact Lee Hills at lee@olivercharlessports.com Alternatively visit www. olivercharlessports.com

the baton as it makes its way around the island.

All are welcome to get involved in the visit, with events being held around the island giving residents the opportunity to see the baton and celebrate Team Isle of Man. Saturday, September 2: 9am to midday: National Sports Centre, Douglas; 12.30pm to 2pm: Queen’s Baton Walking Relay from Laxey Pavilion to Laxey Wheel; 2.30pm to 2.45pm: Horse Tram along Douglas Promenade (Derby Castle to The Sefton Hotel); 3pm to 3.30pm: Richmond Travel, Strand Street, Douglas; 3.30pm to 4pm: Manx Telecom, Strand Street, Douglas; 4.30pm to

5pm: Harry Kelly’s Cottage, Cregneash Village; 5pm to 6pm: Queen’s Baton Jogging Relay to the Sound.

Sunday, September 3: 9am to 11am: Mooragh Park, Ramsey; 11.30am to 11.45am: - Grandstand, Douglas; 11.45am to 12.15pm: Hospice Isle of Man; 12.30pm: Tynwald Hill, St. John’s; 12.45pm to 1.45pm: Moore’s Kipper Factory, Peel; 2.30pm to 3.30pm: Snaefell Summit (Electric Tram from the Bungalow); 4pm to 5pm: Sports Fun Day, Centre 21, Greenfield Road, Douglas.

Details will be available on www.cga.im/baton and see the full international relay at www.gc2018.com/qbr

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NEWS Community: Manor Park is one of three groups to receive funding thanks to Tesco carrier bag levy

School gets grant to build outdoor storytelling area

by Jackie Turley

Changes proposed for house in south A planning application (17/00717/B) has been submitted from an address in Colby for alterations to a property in the village.

The application from Belle Abbey House Ballakilpheric Road, is for alterations and extensions including a new garden room and garage, all ancillary to the main house.

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Plans to convert an old mill building

Manor Park School, Manx BirdLife and Western Live at Home are the latest organisations to benefit from the Tesco Bags of Help initiative.

They have received grants of £5,000, £2,000 and £1,000 respectively, which have been funded from the 5p carrier bag charge.

Manor Park School will use the grant to build an outdoor storytelling area.

Head teacher Riss Forrester said: ‘We were absolutely thrilled to find out we had secured £5,000.

‘Outdoor learning has such a positive impact on children’s development and skills, so we are looking forward to planning our very own outdoor learning area, which will feature benches and a storytelling chair. We can’t wait to get the work started.’

Manx BirdLife will use its grant towards its long term aim to automate its public reporting systems .

Managing director Neil Morris said it would free up ‘huge amounts of our time to

Proposals have been submitted (17/00725/B) for major alterations to a former mill building near Castletown.

The changes are proposed at Ballakindry Mill, Ballagawne Road, Ballabeg. The plans are to convert the redundant mill to a single dwelling with parking.

Building will be for family and friends

Representatives from Manor Park School and Manx BirdLife at Tesco in Douglas

support other conservation activities’.

He said Manx BirdLife keeps bird and other biological records which provide the local community with invaluable information about the diversity and abundance of

Jehovah’s Witness Go online to submit annual convention your tax return Hundreds of delegates from the Isle of Man are expected to attend the annual Jehovah’s Witness Convention in Liverpool.

The first three-day event takes palce at the Liverpool Echo Arena on August 4, and the second on August 25.

This year’s theme is ‘Don’t Give Up’.

The convention is free to attend.

It’s one of 40 events being held across the UK.

The number of personal tax returns submitted online continues to grow.

More than 18,000 were submitted last year and over 7,000 2016/17 tax returns have been received.

As the October 6 deadline for 2016/17 personal tax returns approaches, the Income Tax Division is encouraging residents of this ‘fast and convenient method’. To start the enrolment process call 685400 (option 2) during office hours.

St John’s Produce Show Dandara is sponsoring St John’s Produce Show for a 10th consecutive year.

The support contributes towards the cost of engraving around 50 trophies and providing rosettes for each winner.

The show takes place on Saturday, September 2 and has 127 classes across sections including sweets, jams, confectionary, flowers, vegetables, photography and crafts.

birds on the Isle of Man and about the health of our natural habitats.

The Western Live at Home grant will be used towards the Northern Men in Sheds project, designed to tackle social isolation in retired men.

Live at Home manager Kerry Palmer said: ‘This much-needed grant will support essential equipment for the shed, which is a venue for retired men over the age of 55 to meet and use a workshop for creative projects involv-

ing metalwork, carpentry and other skills.

‘Social isolation and loneliness among older people is a growing problem and Sheds groups worldwide are having a very positive impact on communities.’

Outdoors

Explore wildlife with a MWT summer pass What do labyrinth spiders, eels, lizards and red velvet swimming crabs have in common?

All of these fascinating creatures are found on the Isle of Man and can be discovered during the summer holidays with the help of Manx Wildlife Trust staff and a Summer Season Pass.

Manx Wildlife Trust is launching its 2017 Summer Season programme of 10 events for children on Wednesday next week (July 26) with an event at Cronk-yBing nature reserve.

It’s a chance to discover labyrinth spiders hiding in their funnel shaped webs plus lots more wildlife

amongst the dunes.

It takes place from 2pm to 4pm.

MWT biodiversity education officer Dawn Dickens said: ‘These events are a great way for children to have fun outdoors and learn lots about the natural world.

‘Whether delving into rock pools or building a den, activities are designed to harness a child’s natural curiosity - and send them home tired but happy.’

A summer season pass costs just £10 per child or is free to family or WATCH members of Manx Wildlife Trust.

It can be obtained online or from the MWT shop in

Peel and full details can be found at http://www.manxwt.org.uk/summer-seasonpass Children who attend seven sessions or more will receive a Hedgehog Award comprising of a badge and certificate to show that they are well on the way to becoming Nature’s Champions.

All equipment required to detect and identify wildlife, whether from rock pools or woodlands, will be provided, together with expert guidance and help from experienced naturalists.

Group numbers are kept small so that each child gains a safe and rich experience of the natural world.

John Raymond Roberts has sumbitted a planning application (17/00698/B) to build detached accommodation at the back of Gat Y Whing, Glen Road, Colby. It is to be used as extra accommodation for family and friends.

Proposal made for a granny flat Plans are submitted (17/00703/B) by Peter and Linda Bond, of Cronkould House Main Road, Ballaugh, to convert a barn into granny flat living accommodation, with three new roof lights.

Shelter proposed for primary school A school in Douglas has applied for planning permission (17/00713/B) to install an external canopy which will provide shelter to its outdoor play area. The application is from Scoill Vallajeelt, on Meadow Crescent.

Permission sought for new pavilion A property at Greeba has applied for permission (17/00696/B) to build a timber-framed pavilion which is to be used for domestic and leisure purposes at Coan Aalin, on Main Road, Greeba.

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PICTURE SPECIAL Nature reserve: A reader has sent in these pictures of litter left at Smeale

Litter louts blight wildlife haven

by Examiner reporter newsdesk@iomtoday.co.im Twitter:@iomnewspapers

Pictures of litter being left at one of the island’s beauty spots and a national nature reserve have been sent in to us by an outraged reader.

Half empty bottles of drink, plastic cups, chairs and tents all appear to have been discarded at Smeale.

The reader, who asked not to be named, came across the scene earlier this month and contacted the Ayres warden who subsequently got in touch with the police.

The area is part of the eight kilometre Ayres nature trail, which the Manx Wildlife Trust describes as ‘a site of major ecological significance, parts having being designated as an Area of Special Scientific Interest and as a National Nature Reserve’.

The stretch of low-lying sand dune coastline is a favoured breeding ground for the little tern.

Other ground nesting birds that breed here include the oystercatcher, ringed plover, curlew, lapwing, skylark, Arctic tern and meadow pipit.

The area was cleaned the next day.

Tents were abandoned at the scene

Half empty bottles of alcohol and soft drinks were left on the table

This was the scene the walker was confronted with on arrival at Smeale

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Commitment to considerate construction

At the Buchanan BMW & Mini dealership with a Mini Cooper being used to promote the prize draw are, left to right, Fiona Dawson, chief executive of The Children’s Centre; Gordon Marr, group chief executive officer at Hansard International and Simon Skillan, sales manager, Buchanan BMW & Mini

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£15,000 Mini prize

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The team at one of the island’s leading building contractors are celebrating after scooping their second award for being committed to the Considerate Constructors Scheme.

Cedar Developments Limited concentrates entirely on island based projects.

The people who work for the business based at Snugborough Trading Estate, Braddan, have been working very hard setting high standards within the private, commercial, industrial and public sectors of the industry.

Director Alex Burnett and senior contracts manager Steve Dempsey recently returned from a prestigious awards ceremony at the Lowry Hotel in Manchester where they received a coveted award at the Considerate Constructors Scheme’s National Site Awards 2017.

It was a bronze award for the team’s work on the refurbishment and internal alterations of Douglas Steam Railway station.

It was the second time Ce-

A £15,000 Mini Cooper is the fantastic prize in a draw to raise funds for The Children’s Centre.

The competition is being organised by Hansard International as part of its 30th anniversary celebrations and all proceeds will go towards The Children’s Centre’s charitable services for

children, young people and families across the Island.

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Director Alex Burnett, right, and senior contracts manager Steve Dempsey with the award certificate dar had won such an award, having won accolades for the work the company did on a private dwelling in St Judes a couple of years ago.

The annual awards, run by the Scheme, recognise the highest levels of consideration and care shown by a construction site towards their local neighbourhood, the general

public, their workforce and the environment.

Only 10 per cent of the sites registered in the construction industry across the UK achieved such high standards this year from more than 8,500, making Cedar Developments’ achievement particularly significant for themselves and the Isle

of Man in general. Chairman of the Considerate Constructors Scheme, David Watson, said: ‘Sites that achieve these awards have proven their commitment to considerate construction and continue to set ever higher standards.

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Cedar steams ahead with award From page 51 I would like to congratulate this site and thank them for their hard work and dedication towards improving the image of construction.’

In a joint statement Mr Burnett and Mr Dempsey said: ‘As a building company we have chosen to register our own sites. This is not a tender requirement, it is something that we hope will send out the correct message to our clients and the general public that we do care and that we look forward to continuing to provide a professional service to the island’s construction industry and to receive further recognition for our efforts.’

They said the redevelopment of Douglas Railway Station ‘was a challenge and on completion is a project we are proud to have been involved with.’

Cedar say it is no secret that times have been difficult over the last few years within the construction industry.

‘In times such as these as a company we need to present ourselves well and in achieving such awards hopefully gives us the edge and potential customers old and new acknowledge our efforts and achievements.

‘Winning these awards among some of the major recognised UK construction company representatives is a satisfying experience.

‘While getting up on stage to receive our award you could not help but feel that we were making our mark and at the same time representing the Isle of Man construction industry.

‘The entire management team and workforce of Cedar Developments Limited are very pleased to receive this award and will continue to provide a quality service with consideration to the general public and look forward to

further recognition in working with clients and architects through the construction process.’

Cedar was established in 1994 as a labour contracting company and since then has moved forward to being one of the main building contractors in the island.

According to the Considerate Constructors scheme, the team at Cedar ‘demonstrated an extraordinary commitment’ to improving the image of construction through adhering to the Scheme’s five-point Code of Considerate Practice: lCare about appearance lRespect the community lProtect the environment lSecure everyone’s safety and lValue the workforce Mr Dempsey told Business News: ‘It was such a great achievement for a Manx company representing the Isle of Man to be recognised in this way.’

Cedar are also proud to be involved in continuing to employ regular apprentices in all trades.

Mr Burnett and Mr Dempsey said: ‘The construction industry provides a great career opportunity for young people to consider, leading them through to a professional posution.

‘We would always encourage young people to join a profession that makes a difference by leaving land marks for life. When you look out of your window wherever you are all you can see is various forms of construction.’

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Milntown looks to the future with two new appointments

Richard Pinhorn and Laura Dalton are ‘full of exciting ideas’ for the attraction in the north

By Duncan Foulkes

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The Trustees of Milntown have announced two new appointments. Richard Pinhorn has been appointed as estate manager and Laura Dalton as events and marketing coordinator.

Richard, who takes over from retiring estate manager Paul Ogden, has had a long career in procurement and projects management, working for many years in the Asia Pacific region.

More recently he has been involved in a number of major restoration projects at places such as Kew Gardens, Kenwood House and the Sir John Soane museum.

Laura joins Milntown from Thomas Miller Investment where she was marketing manager and spent eight of her 11 years working in events and marketing.

Chairman of the Trustees, Charles Guard, said: ‘We are very pleased to have both Richard and Laura working with us.

‘We are looking forward to

Richard Pinhorn and Laura Dalton

continuing to develop Milntown with our new team, who are full of exciting ideas, and make it an even more attractive place to visit.

‘We are the only country house in the island which opens its doors to the public and we are extremely lucky that it is surrounded by re-

markable gardens, and we want to use the estate to its fullest capacity for the benefit of the community.’

Richard said: ‘Ramsey has

been my family home for almost 20 years.

‘It is a privilege to have the opportunity to build on the good work done by my prede-

cessor Paul Ogden and carry forward the wishes of Sir Clive Edwards in developing Milntown as a cultural and educational destination for Manx people and visitors alike.’

Laura said: ‘Milntown has something to offer visitors of all ages and it really is the most wonderful place to visit and work.

‘I am looking forward to working with Richard, the hugely talented kitchen and garden teams, and the Trustees to make it more accessible to the public.

‘It is our aim to establish a regular calendar of events where there will be something for everyone, and hopefully attract some new faces to the estate.’

Milntown boasts 15 acres of beautiful gardens and woodland which surround the magnificent mansion at the heart of the estate.

The cafe is open daily (except Tuesdays) and offers breakfasts, lunches and afternoon teas and treats all year round (except TT and MGP Race weeks).

The cafe and the estate are also available for private event hire.

David Pytches of Appleby is recognised on Citywealth list A lawyer from Appleby’s Isle of Man office has been included in the Citywealth Leaders List 2017.

Counsel and Private Client and Trust team leader David Pytches has been named in the prestigious directory

alongside other top professionals and experts.

The Leaders List identifies experienced and talented people in the wealth management sector, including lawyers, accountants and private bankers. Professionals are

nominated and assessed for inclusion through peer and client reviews.

David’s inclusion is based on his work as a trust lawyer and his citation praises his thorough understanding of the sector and pragmatic ap-

proach to his work. He joins seven colleagues on the list from other jurisdictions.

David said: ‘It is a huge honour to be named alongside top industry professionals on the Citywealth Leaders List. Everyone at Appleby endeavours

to provide the highest quality service to our clients and it is humbling to be recognised for it.’

Faye Moffett, Appleby Isle of Man managing partner, said: ‘Citywealth is a respected industry body and the Lead-

ers List is widely recognised as an authoritative directory of experts in the sector. We are very proud to see David’s experience and knowledge recognised, alongside other Appleby colleagues from across the global group.’

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IT Matters

WRITTEN BY

STEVE BURROWS

Steve Burrows is a Fellow of the Royal Society of Arts, a Chartered Director and Fellow of the Institute of Directors, and a Chartered IT Professional and Fellow of BCS The Chartered Institute for IT. He is also the current Chair of BCS ELITE, the UK’s primary Computing Leadership Forum. Steve has worked in the development and business exploitation of digital technology for 35 years. He is a widely respected CIO and IT Strategy consultant, and lives in Rushen

@ steve@sba.co.im

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Helping others to EAT

Steve looks at island project to provide Electro-Assistive Technology One of the great advantages in living on a small island is the sense of community.

So many of us are actively involved in local community initiatives, freely giving our time and expertise to benefit the island and those living here.

I have written previously about Code Club and STEAM Lab which are creating opportunities for people to learn how to programme computers and to create technology using small computers such as Arduino and Raspberry Pi. These skills can be used for many purposes - almost all of the electronically controlled machines we use everyday including washing machines, cookers, motor cars etc. are programmed and controlled using fundamentally similar methods and technologies.

As users of these common everyday machines we don’t generally need to know much about how the innards work, because somewhere there will be a supplier technician or service engineer who we can turn to when a machine goes wrong - but what if the machine is not ‘common’ or ‘everyday’? Who do we turn to if our troublesome machine is the only one on the island?

CHALLENGING Anyone who has read the tales in our island’s news about the Government’s defective diesel locomotive or the unfinished airport Radar system will realise that owning a ‘one off’ machine can be challenging.

Some folks don’t have a choice.

Due to their impairments there are a few people on the island who rely on electronic control mechanisms that have been built or configured uniquely for them or for a very small number of people with their special needs. People who cannot use their hands to select or press a button on a remote control, cannot turn on the lights, switch on the TV and select a channel, adjust the tilt of a motorised bed, operate a joystick to direct the

movement of their motorised wheelchair etc.

Some people are so impaired that they cannot talk or even push a button to summon a nurse or carer.

If you find such impairment difficult to imagine then think of the physicist Stephen Hawking - one of the most brilliant scientists on the planet who is so paralysed by motor neurone disease that he has lost the ability to speak or control his hands - he controls his speech synthesizer with a facial cheek muscle and can (erratically) control his wheelchair with his chin (although he can’t move his neck).

DIFFICULTY A n u n f o r tu n at e c o n sequence of island demographics is the difficulty of supporting the small number of people living here who depend on very specialised high technology ‘Electro-Assistive Technology’ (EAT) solutions to assist them. The cost of bringing experts to the island to construct, configure, and maintain such equipment is disproportionately expensive for a relatively few number of individuals.

In the event of an equipment failure the cost of bringing in an expert from across is sometimes prohibitive - individuals or charities supporting them struggle to afford the cost of an engineer and his travel expenses coming to the island to repair a single fault.

The net effect of our dependency on off-island EAT suppliers is that some of the people on the island who would genuinely benefit from access to Electro-Assistive Technology are disadvantaged because suitable commercial solutions from off-island are too expensive to buy, install and maintain.

Instead these people have to accept that they are less independent and must rely more on their carers than similarly impaired people in larger 1st-world nations.

The EAT Pi project was conceived by a well respected local IT expert, Steve Wil-

son, as a socially driven and supported project to devise a means of providing local individuals and their carers with solutions that they really need. Steve has a degree in Physics and Electronics, and has been one of the leaders of the electronics and robotics activities in Code Club.

Through his encounters with similarly skilled volunteers and the more advanced youngsters who regularly attend he has found that many of the necessary skills to build and maintain specialist Electro-Assistive Solutions are available on the island and could be harnessed to help meet the island’s needs.

PROTOYPE Steve himself has designed and developed a prototype system which could be used by people with very serious impairments to control electronic or electro-mechanical equipment, and the underlying technologies are cheap and typical of those used by computing and electronics hobbyists and students. The concept is is built around the use of powerful yet affordable microcontrollers such as the Raspberry Pi or Arduino .

By careful selection of appropriate software it has been possible to build a standalone Wi-Fi backbone to which adapters can be integrated. These adapters execute simple instructions such as turning lights on and off or changing the TV channel.

The adapters can be controlled by the user with special switches selected according to their personal capabilities, for example by using a PuffSuck switch which is activated by sucking or puffing breath down a tube, or an Eye-Blink switch which detects when the user closes an eye, or one of several types of finger pressure switch depending on the capabilities of the individual.

Any of these can be used to enable the user to activate an adaptor and control an electrical device simply by activating the switch at the time when the desired action icon

Professor Stephen Hawking, who has motor neurone disease, talks about his life and work during a public symposium to celebrate his 75th birthday at Lady Mitchell Hall in Cambridge this month.

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is highlighted on a display positioned in the sight-line of the user.

Sadly, due to the lack of facilities to make the boxes needed to contain the adapters the project has stalled.

EFFORT A considerable amount of effort has been put into solving all the technical issues and there is a demonstrable CodeBase which has been deployed to devices mentioned above.

With the right support and enthusiasm from socially minded people Steve believes the project could be re-started and functioning units delivered for the benefit of those people on the island who are so seriously impaired as to need sophisticated ElectroAssistive Technology solutions.

As an island community initiative much of the input needed could be delivered as a by-product of local training programs for IT students and enthusiasts, both in Code Club & STEAM Lab, and in the computing / technology education curriculums within local schools, University College of Mann, and IT and Engineering

company’s Apprenticeship schemes.

The technologies chosen have been carefully selected to utilise mainstream programming languages and constructs, and inexpensive hardware commonly used for computing tuition, so the skills and expertise learned through participating in the EAT Pi project are both reusable and illustrate many of the important approaches to building domestic control systems and Internet of Things technologies.

TECHNOLOGIES One final plug …. The nature of the design approach for the EAT Pi project necessarily overcomes many of the limitations of the commercial solutions currently obtained from off-island, most of which are based on older technologies requiring obscure or bespoke proprietary control circuits.

This is because in being based on modern wi-fi connected controllers the systems based on EAT Pi could be remotely diagnosed and if necessary re-programmed via the internet, significantly re-

ducing the need for engineers to visit in person to make adjustments or repairs.

This opens up the possibility for Electro-Assistive Technology solutions based on the EAT Pi project to be exported around the world and still be effectively and economically supportable from the Isle of Man. SUPPORT The EAT Pi project is intended primarily to support those very few people on the island who, like Professor Hawking, are unable to operate the everyday electronic control technologies which the rest of us take for granted.

Anecdotally there maybe around 20 such individuals.

If you think you may be able to help, with student / apprentices to work on the project as part of their practical experience, or time to coordinate and manage the activities of project contributors, or with money, or expertise or equipment, or space and workshop facilities please get in touch with me, Steve Burrows, steve@sba.co.im, and I will forward your interest to the EAT Pi team.

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Five award wins in six months for Knox Financial

How the proposed development in Edinburgh will look. An island based business is behind the decelopment

Island company has vital role in £200m project

Behind Edinburgh’s New Waverley scheme

By Duncan Foulkes

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Artisan Real Estate Investors, the Isleof Man based partnership behind Edinburgh’s award-winning New Waverley development, has welcomed the decision to create a new UK Government regional hub for the city in 2020.

The UK Government says it will take approximately 190,000 sq. ft. of Grade A office space at New Waverley, moving some 2,900 civil service jobs into the heart of Edinburgh’s Old Town. This will include HMRC, which will run one of their 13 regional centres from New Waverley.

The new Government office hub will continue the momentum of New Waverley’s current development phase due for completion later this year, which will see high quality office space blend with restaurants, cafes and shops around a new public square.

Artisan’s £200 million, 7.5 acre mixed-use scheme seamlessly links Waverley Station with the city’s iconic Royal Mile, forming part of the Old Town’s UNESCO World Heritage site. During the last two years, New Waverley has delivered 400 hotel rooms, including two Whitbread hotels – a Premier Inn and a Hub by

Premier Inn - and an Adagio Aparthotel overlooking the Royal Mile.

As well as completing 45 affordable homes, New Waverley has also delivered a row of 19 Victorian arches which has been transformed into a new artisan-based leisure café and specialised retail district for the city. Currently under development is a boutique hotel by Apple Apartments, and a further 148 new homes are also planned.

Artisan’s Isle of Man based CEO Jaco Jansen said: ‘Bringing the UK Government hub right into the historic heart of the city is a ringing endorsement for what we are building here – not just for New Waverley, but for the city of Edinburgh and for Scotland.

‘For New Waverley, it’s another significant step of our journey to restore life, vitality and energy to this very special part of Edinburgh’s historic city centre, and will be a natural fit for the exciting and vibrant mixed-use community we have created there.

‘It sends out an important message that our city centres have the interest, value and capacity to attract investment from the very best employers, which sets an important precedent for Edinburgh and the rest of Scotland.’

He added: “People coming to work here will enjoy an unmatched working, leisure and

living environment. On their doorstep will be one of Scotland’s major transport hubs as well as an eclectic mix of shops, hotels, cafes, bars, restaurants and homes in a location that reflects both the best of the city’s heritage and its future.

‘They will find that New Waverley is a genuinely unique destination in which to work, live and enjoy time out. This is a transformational development of a UNESCO Heritage site, in one of the world’s most iconic yet delicate locations. It’s pioneering the future, whilst preserving the past, representing a blueprint for sensitive yet positive city-centre regeneration.”

The New Waverley offices in which the Government hub will be based will be arranged across two linked buildings providing some 190,000 sq. ft. of space and offering the highest levels of sustainability and operational efficiency.

Employees will benefit from modern, well-lit Grade A office space with added staff amenities including a landscaped roof area providing sweeping views across the Waverley Valley. Work on the office development is currently underway and is due to be completed in summer 2019.

Cllr Gavin Barrie, the City of Edinburgh Council’s Housing and Economy Convener, welcomed the news.

Knox Financial Group Limited has picked up five award wins since the beginning of the year in London and Manchester.

The group, which comprises local businesses including Creechurch Capital Limited, Fundamentum Property Limited and Knox Media Limited, attributes its success to implementing commercially clever campaigns.

The most recent accolades added to the collection came last week when the business took home two wins at the North PRCA DARE Awards held in Manchester. The group fought off competition from companies across the North of England in both the Campaign Challenges and the Corporate Affairs categories for Creechurch Capital’s ‘Time’ campaign.

The campaign, which was launched at the start of 2017, is made up of a number of integrated elements including the high profile ‘giving the gift of time’ initiative which has seen each team member of

Creechurch Capital pledge to donate 2017 minutes of charitable time throughout the year. Recent activity on this campaign included Charity Boutique; a high profile weeklong pop-up shop in aid of Isle of Man Live at Home.

These successes have added to the three wins from earlier this year which included picking up two awards at the PR Moment Awards in the Financial Services Sector Campaign category and Financial PR Campaign of the Year category with ‘Knox Financial Group boosts IFA business for sale’.

This campaign saw the group’s exit from the advisory space on-island with the successful sale of its IFA businesses.

These wins have seen the firm appear in the top 20 of the UK in-house PR league ranking jointly with companies like PWC, TSB and Visit Scotland.

The group’s retained PR agency, Petal & Co. ranked eighth in the equivalent PR agency

league.

The group’s CEO, John Greenwood, was also recognised at the prestigious Citywealth Brand Management and Reputation Awards in June in the Career Achievement category against a number of individuals based in international financial centres across the globe.

John Greenwood said: ‘The range of accolades we have received this year, and since we launched in 2010, reaffirms that we continue to push to achieve the very best across our businesses.

‘It’s crucial for us to develop campaigns which make a difference across all aspects of our business and leave legacy value.

‘In addition we have always set our target at the international market, so we add value as a local business, and we are immensely proud to showcase the Isle of Man at this level and continue to promote the Island’s reputation as a centre of excellence.’

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PETER DOWNEY

FROM BARCLAYS IN THE ISLE OF MAN

A case of more of the same!

Stock markets have had a blistering first half of the year amid brightening prospects for the world economy and a political climate less fractious than feared.

Bond markets have been helpful too, with falling inflation expectations part of the force that has driven bond yields around the world lower.

What can we expect from the second half of the year?

In our view, the sharp bond market rally seen over the last quarter represents an overreaction to a likely temporary lull in inflation alongside an entirely predictable US congressional logjam.

Central bankers in the US and Europe rightly remain keen to wean their patients off emergency monetary support according to recent Fed and ECB meetings.

Even assuming some form of negative risk premium at the short end of government yield curves, the path of implied rate rises now looks too meek for an increasingly normal world economy.

If that path rises to meet our broad expectations and even some positive risk (term) premium re-emerges, equity markets around the world may find the going tougher than they have found it in the first half.

This should be the case anyway, in truth.

The investor community is less obviously gloomy about the economic and political prospects for the world – the health of the global economy has become less debatable as

past turbulence in the dollar and oil prices has gradually relaxed its grip on various economic statistics, including corporate earnings.

Stock markets are simply pricing the outlook for the world economy more sensibly than they were at the beginning of 2016.

However, even though expectations look closer to reality and bond markets less friendly, we still see stocks continuing to reward investor pluck.

The steady earnings growth forecasted by surveys, consistent with the increasingly rosy health of the US and global business cycle, is central. Investment is also picking up, suggesting that global demand has become less reliant on the broad shoulders of the developed world consumer.

SCENARIO Meanwhile, the emergence of a plausible upside scenario in Europe, distinguished by a more collegiate political backdrop, a healthier banking sector, and even meaningful steps forward in the construction of a credible fiscal and political architecture for the euro, should help drag the whole distribution of outcomes for European risk assets higher.

Of course, not all risks have disappeared, just those that mistakenly preoccupied many at the beginning of the year.

The primary risk for us now centres on the bond market and monetary policy.

Central bankers have a wobbly tight rope to tread, perhaps buffeted by a bond

Stock markets have enjoyed a ‘blistering’ first half of the year

Stock markets are simply pricing the outlook for the world economy more sensibly than theywere at the beginning of 2016

market that has become too used to falling yields.

Remember that in around eight centuries of history, only two previous episodes – the rally at the height of Venetian commercial dominance in the 15th century, and the century following the Peace of CateauCambrésis in 1559 – recorded longer continued risk-free rate compressions.

Meanwhile, in terms of scale, only the rallies following the War of the Spanish Succession and the election of Charles V as Holy Roman Emperor can trump the bond run seen since Paul Volcker’s

‘war on inflation’.

It may be wrong to assume that this historic bull run in interest rates ends in benign fashion, as we currently do.

There are certainly scenarios where central bankers, still locked in post financial crisis fire-fighting mode, react too slowly to the signs that heat is rising in the world’s important economies.

To that end, the more resilient hawkishness on display recently from the world’s central bankers should be a source of reassurance rather than alarm.

Forum to focus on crime in cyber world The Association of Corporate Service Providers, in partnership with the Jersey International Business Schools (JIBS), is to hold an inaugural cybercrime forum on December 6 at the Villa Marina.

The event has been a rra nge d a ga i n st th e background of recent cyberattacks worldwide and is designed to alert financial services professionals to the risks of the ever-increasing threat of cybercrime and to serve as a road map for risk management frameworks.

SPEAKERS Speakers confirmed so far are Detective Chief Superintendent Glenn Maleary, head of the economic crime directorate at the City of London police, who will outline how the force is combating cybercrime, and Colin Tansley, chief information officer at Douglas-based IT security specialists Simply Secure, who will speak on developing a cyber-aware workforce.

More speakers are expected to be announced in August.

The event will be at the Villa Marina from 9am to 5pm with registration at 8.30am.

The forum is priced at £275 per person, with ACSP members (staff of member firms and associate members) benefiting from a 20 per discount.

To book visit jibsevents.com or call 01534 816333 For additional information email events@ jerseyibs.com

Charity drive: Hansard International gives away car from page 51

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largest continuous employers, our record of innovation in the financial sector, and as a stalwart of the island’s financial services industry.

‘As a company which is proud to be based in the Isle of Man we wanted to do something special to help the local community, and to leave a lasting legacy of our 30th anniversary.

‘The Children’s Centre

touches the lives of everyone on the island at some point, which is why we decided to support their fantastic work for children, young people and families.’

Tickets cost £25 each and are on sale now from The Children’s Centre’s headquarters at Woodbourne Road in Douglas, or by phoning 800 000.

A maximum of 1,500 tickets will be sold.

The draw will be made on September 29 and is expected

to raise a total £37,500.

Fiona Dawson, chief executive officer, The Children’s Centre, thanked Hansard International for choosing to support the charity.

She said: ‘This significant amount of funding will provide invaluable support for our wide range of charitable services, such as our Thriving Families Outreach Project which provides support to some of our most vulnerable children.’

The Mini is supplied by Buchanan BMW & Mini, the franchise dealer for BMW and Mini on the Isle of Man, and the winner can choose the colour of the vehicle.

Tickets can only be purchased by Isle of Man residents aged 16 or over – for full terms and conditions go to www.thechildrenscentre. org.im Find out more about Hansard International at www. hansard.com

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Bosses are optimistic

KPMG global survey finds 65 per cent of CEOs remain confident amid heightened uncertainty in the global economy

By Duncan Foulkes

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KPMG recently released its 2017 Global CEO Outlook, based on in-depth interviews with nearly 1,300 CEOs of some of the world’s largest companies.

It reveals that 65 per cent of CEOs see disruptive forces as an opportunity, not a threat, for their business.

CEOs are still broadly confident about the prospects for the global economy, but their optimism is more modest than it was last year, with 65 percent expressing confidence compared with 80 percent last year.

‘Disruption has become a fact of life for CEOs and their businesses as they respond to heightened uncertainty,’ says John Veihmeyer, global chairman of KPMG. ‘But importantly, most see disruption as an opportunity to transform their business model, develop new products and services, and reshape their business so it is more successful than ever before.

In the face of new challenges and uncertainties, CEOs are feeling urgency to ‘‘disrupt and grow’’.’

HIGHLIGHTS OF KPMG’S 2017 GLOBAL CEO OUTLOOK KPMG’s 2017 Global CEO Outlook report provides insights of global CEOs’ expectations for business growth, the challenges they face and their strategies to chart organisational success over the next three years.

Key findings include: l In 2017, CEOs are still broadly confident about the prospects for the global economy (65 percent), but their optimism is more modest than it was last year (80 percent). lMore than six in 10 CEOs (65 percent) see disruption as an opportunity, not a threat, for their business. Three in four (74 percent) say their business is aiming to be the disruptor in its sector. l Within their own businesses, more than eight in 10 CEOs (83 percent) describe themselves as confident in their company’s growth prospects for the next 3 years, with around half (47 percent) saying they are very confident. lAlmost seven in 10 (68 percent) say they are evolving their skills and personal qualities to better lead their busi-

Russell Kelly, managing director of KMPG Isle of Man

Similar levels of optimism in island Russell Kelly, managing director of KPMG Isle of Man, said the results of the study appeared to largely reflect the current thinking of CEOs in the island although there are some differentiators.

He said: ‘We are seeing similar levels of optimism in the local market despite the uncertainty of Brexit and potential regulatory change in the next few years.

‘There is definitely a mood to look for opportunity in the changing geo-political landscape and many businesses in the Isle of Man are still very much focused on global markets, perhaps more

so than businesses in some other countries.

‘CEOs’ expectations that there will be at least a shortterm increase in the need for skilled IT professionals is clearly something that will resonate with business leaders here.

‘Likewise the recognition of the impact of reputational and brand risk, and the need for strong transparent values and culture, will be matters already taxing CEOs in the island, with regards to both their own businesses and the island’s status as a respected international jurisdiction.’

ness. lAs they adopt cognitive technologies, businesses are expecting short-term headcount growth. Across 10 key roles, an average of 58 percent of CEOs are expecting a slight or significant growth in numbers. l Close to half (45 percent) say their customer insight is hindered by a lack of quality data. More than half (56 percent) are concerned about the data they are basing decisions on.

‘CEOs understand that speed to market and innovation are strategic priorities for growth in uncertain conditions,’ says Veihmeyer. ‘At the same time, they are being pragmatic about managing uncertainty – this includes strengthening their business in established markets so they can protect their bottom line while preparing to seize new opportunities.’

The annual study by KPMG International of nearly 1,300 CEOs from companies across 11 industries in 10 countries found that many CEOs are focused on geopolitical challenges: l 43 per cent of CEOs are reassessing their global footprint as a result of the changing pace of globalization and protectionism. l 52 per cent believe the political landscape has had a greater impact on their organization than they have seen for many years. l 31 per cent think protectionist policies in their country will rise in the next 3 years.

A CHANGING GEOPOLITICAL CLIMATE

THE EVOLVING RISK LANDSCAPE One of the most striking changes in this year’s survey is the rise in the number of CEOs who cite reputational and brand risk as a top current concern. This is the third most important risk (out of 16 in to-

tal), after not featuring in the top 10 in 2016. CEOs also see reputation and brand risk as having the second biggest potential impact on growth over the next three years, which is a change in ranking from seventh out of 10 in 2016.

Cyber security, which CEOs ranked as the top risk in 2016, has this year fallen to position 5 (of 16), in part, reflecting CEO views on the progress their business has made in cyber risk management. Today, four in 10 (42 percent) say they feel adequately prepared for a cyber event – up from 25 percent in 2016.

TECHNOLOGY CHALLENGES – A BATTLE FOR TALENT Contrary to popular view, on average, 58 percent of CEOs actually expect cognitive technologies to increase headcount across 10 key types of roles in the immediate future. While 32 percent expect this growth to be slight, there is still a clear expectation that more specialist employees will be needed, at least in the short term. This would suggest client experience, not cost reduction, is seen by CEOs as a key driver in adopting cognitive technologies. Attracting highly skilled talent – instead of managing technical issues around the technology itself – is seen by CEOs as the top challenge in implementing cognitive technologies.

More generally, CEOs expect headcounts to continue growing, but to grow at a slower pace than expected in 2016.

Last year, 73 percent of CEOs expected their number of employees to increase by more than six per cent in the next three years. In 2017, less than half (47 per cent) expect this level of growth. While CEOs are focusing on evolving businesses, they are also evolving their own role – 70 per cent say they are now more open to new influences and collaborations than at any other point.

A FOCUS ON TRUST In light of operating within an increasingly transparent business environment, three quarters of CEOs (74 percent) say their organisation is placing greater importance on trust, values and culture in order to sustain its long-term future.

CEOs are seeing this trend continue for the immediate future: 65 percent agreed that levels of trust in business will stay the same or decline in the next three years.

Nigel Gautrey, left and Ian Bancroft

New island boss of Cayman Bank Nigel Gautrey has been appointed as the managing director to the boards of both Cayman National Bank and Trust Company (Isle of Man) Limited and Cayman National Trust Company (Isle of Man) Limited.

Mr Gautrey has more than 35 years’ experience working in the regulated banking, fiduciary and investment management sectors in the UK and the Isle of Man, including as executive director of a UK quoted company.

With a background in UK retail banking, Nigel moved to the Isle of Man in 1995 with Lloyds Bank as head of personal banking, before moving to Duncan Lawrie as banking director in 2000.

There he gained valuable experience as a private banker, managing their trust, banking and investment businesses, together with the group’s representative office in India.

With a BA (Hons) in Financial Services, and a Master Degree in E-Commerce, Nigel has a strong interest in the future potential of the financial services sector. He also holds the Institute of Directors Diploma in company direction and is chartered member of the Chartered Institute for Securities and Investment.

Nigel is also a former President of the Isle of Man branch of the ifs School of Finance and a Fellow of the London Institute of Banking and Finance.

Following an 18 month sabbatical from banking, during which he has managed a local fiduciary company and AIM-listed company, he joined Cayman National in June as managing director. He succeeds Ian Bancroft, who retires from Cayman National in the Isle of Man after nearly 12 years at the helm.

Stuart Dack, president and CEO of Cayman National

Corporation and chairman of the Isle of Man companies, said: ‘I am delighted to welcome Nigel to the boards of our Isle of Man businesses.

‘He has a significant wealth of experience in the international banking and fiduciary sectors with a strong focus on the needs of both private and corporate clients.

‘This strength will prove invaluable as we continue to grow our business into new markets and channels of business.

‘We have exciting plans for further development.

I anticipate that Nigel will make an enormous contribution to our future corporate growth’.

He went on to pay tribute to Nigel’s predecessor: ‘I was sorry to see Ian retire after so many years with the group, during which time he has overseen strong growth in our Isle of Man presence.

‘His wise counsel will be missed and on behalf of all at Cayman National I wish him the very best for the future and thank him for his support over the past 12 years’.

Nigel said: ‘I am delighted to be working with the Cayman National team. They have a great reputation for client service and offer a comprehensive wealth management proposition to their clients’.

He added: ‘I am keen to help drive their future development objectives, whilst also maintaining a compliant and professional approach to everything we do’.

The Cayman National Group is a public company headquartered in the Cayman Islands.

The Group comprises retail and international banking, wealth management, fiduciary services and fund administration.

Aside from the Isle of Man, the group has activities in the Cayman Islands and Dubai.

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Grant Thornton report highlights agility as a necessity for exporters during uncertain economic times Scene from The Handmaid’s Tale. See item below about net neutrality WRITTEN BY

SIMON ROBINSON island-webworks.net @iww

WHY THE 12 JULY PROTEST TO PROTECT NET NEUTRALITY MATTERS Richard Ratcliffe

A survey of global business leaders by Grant Thornton has revealed that international planned exports have hit an 18-month high, but the report has also highlighted the importance of agility to exporters.

The latest International Business Report is a survey of 2,500 businesses in 36 economies and shows how healthy increases in investment and consumer spending, coupled with steadily falling unemployment, are being reflected in positive business sentiment.

Business leader optimism in Eurozone countries, for example, is at almost a two-year high of 43 per cent.

Among the key findings for the first quarter of 2017 are that export expectations are up on the previous six months, by 3 per cent among G7 countries and 2 per cent in the EU. This is, in large part, due to the political shift in the US which has created a strong dollar and put imports at a competitive advantage compared with local products.

Richard Ratcliffe, a director of Grant Thornton in the Isle of Man, said the survey showed that exporting businesses need to be agile in order to benefit from sudden shifts in political and eco-

Agility in business

nomic conditions in other countries.

He explained: ‘It appears the resurgent US market, and unexpected economic improvements in other countries, have created trade conditions which can benefit exporters, whether they are here in the Isle of Man or in many other countries.

‘This is reflected in the IBR findings which show export expectations up, with those firms agile enough to change business plans to meet sudden and unexpected political and economic shifts set to benefit. The Isle of Man is an agile jurisdiction, and while our manufacturing industry is relatively small there are opportunities there, as well as for companies engaged in other exporting industries.’

He added: ‘However, while there are short-term gains for

some, the longer-term picture is far from certain.

‘The recent and upcoming political developments, such as those we have seen in the US under its new President, have the potential to upset emerging and longstanding multilateral trade agreements in favour of bilateral agreements and protectionist policies.

‘Sudden shifts in trade policy create opportunities, but they also lead to an uncertain environment for exporters.

‘This does not apply just to the US; Brexit negotiations are under way with no clear picture of what the future holds, and the German federal elections later this year have the potential to disrupt longstanding trade arrangements.

Businesses need to carefully monitor events like these to assess the possible impact on

export plans.

‘Despite the uncertainty regarding future trade policies the underlying economic fundamentals are improving which will provide opportunities for exporters.

‘To seize the opportunities in these dynamic environments exporters will need to build agility into their business.

‘Exporters will need to remain vigilant and put in place mechanisms that enable them to spot and assess the impacts of changes in trade policy on their traditional markets while seeking opportunities in new markets.’

To find out more about the findings of the Grant Thornton IBR, the full report can be read at www.grantthornton. global/en/insights/articles/ in-uncertain-times-agilityis-a-necessity-for-exporters.

About 200 internet companies and activist groups came together to mobilise their users into opposing US government plans to scrap net neutrality protections.

The internet-wide day of action, scheduled for Wednesday 12 July, saw companies including Facebook, Google and Amazon notify their users that net neutrality is under attack.

The Trump administration is trying to overturn Obama-era regulation that protected net neutrality.

Net neutrality is the idea that internet service providers (ISPs) treat everyone’s data equally – whether that’s an email from your mother, a bank transfer or a streamed episode of The Handmaid’s Tale.

It means that ISPs don’t get to choose which data is sent more quickly, and which sites get blocked or throttled and who has to pay extra. https://www.theguardian. com/technology/2017/jul/11/ what-is-net-neutrality-threattrump-administration MICROSOFT 365 PUTS WINDOWS AND OFFICE IN ONE PACKAGE FOR BUSINESSES Microsoft has bundled up its core products for businesses for a monthly fee, to encourage companies to upgrade to Windows 10.

Its new offering, Microsoft 365, includes Office 365, Windows 10, and Enterprise

Mobility + Security, for a monthly, per-user fee.

By wrapping its products into one package, Microsoft is making it easier for businesses big and small to manage and pay for the software. It also pushes customers to the latest versions of Office and Windows and, as it’s subscription-based, ensures they’ll always have the latest version of software.

There are two main versions of the new package: Microsoft 365 Business, which is for small and medium-sized businesses, and Microsoft 365 Enterprise for larger businesses. http://www.wired.co.uk/ article/microsoft-365-windows-office FACEBOOK MESSENGER GLOBALLY TESTS INJECTING DISPLAY ADS INTO INBOX Messaging is the center of mobile, and Facebook wants ads in front of all those eyes.

After seeing “promising results from Australia and Thailand,” Facebook Messenger is expanding its display ad beta test that lets businesses buy space between your chat threads.

Later this month, a small percentage of users will start seeing ads in the Messenger app’s home tab.

Fac eb o o k te l l s Te c hCrunch that where these ads appear in the inbox “depends on how many threads a user has, the size of their phone’s physical screen and the pixel density of the display.”

Over the next month, Facebook will gradually roll out Messenger ads to all advertisers globally. They’ll have the ability to buy through the Ads Manager or Power Editor. https://techcrunch. com/2017/07/11/facebookmessenger-display-ads/

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Fish and chips for all Gold award for family chip shop, nursery and boutique for backing access for everyone

By Duncan Foulkes

duncan.foulkes@iomtoday.co.im Twitter: @iomexambiz

They could not have done ‘batter’ for making their fish and chip shop accessible to all.

C o n g r atu l at i o n s t o t h e Hesketh family and their team at Fryers Fish n’ Chip shop, Village Walk, Onchan in maintaining their Gold Award under the Crossroads Care, Tiered Award Scheme.

The scheme helps businesses become disability smart to ensure everyone has fair access to goods and services.

Shane Hesketh said: ‘Since opening Fryers we have always set our standards high combined with a high level of customer service.

‘Our ingredients for success are serving the best quality produce and the best quality service.

‘Both diner, take-away and toilets are fully accessible.

‘Guide dogs are also welcome.

‘We offer a gluten free menu, smaller and larger portions and are open seven days a week.

‘We are delighted to have been reassessed and awarded Gold for 2017.’

Annette Pinhorn, Tiered Award Lead said: ‘The award is completely free of charge and open to any business or organisation no matter how big or small.

‘It is designed to help you understand the needs of your customers, service users and employees.

‘The reality is around 20 per cent of people you engage with will have a disability and it won’t always be obvious to you or your staff.’

EQUALITY AND INCLUSIVENESS RECOGNISED IN CHARITY RETAILING Congratulations also go to Crossroads Boutique who were independently judged and awarded Gold under the Tiered Award Scheme.

Tracey Jones, charity shop worker and the access and equality lead for Crossroads Boutique said: ‘We are delighted to receive a Gold Award which is testament to our team of volunteers.

‘Meeting our customer and volunteer needs is paramount in all that we do.

‘The award reflects our achievements and commit-

The Hesketh team and Mike Johnson, judge, who presented them with the gold award

Emma, Lydia and Dee, Crossroads Nursery with judge Mike Johnson ment to disability awareness, it also acts as a benchmark for future improvements’.

The Tiered Award Scheme has been designed to help prepare any businesses, organisations for the forthcoming Equality Act. It is free of charge. The Award is designed to encourage equality of access and disability smart thinking and is open to organ-

isations committed to developing outcomes that make a real difference for all customers and employees including those with disabilities.

IT’S ALL SMILES AT CROSSROADS’ NURSERY All children are unique and some children have additional needs. Crossroads inclusive Nursery was recognised by

Alison Calladine, volunteer, Tracey Jones, Crossroads Care and Mike Johnson, judge independent judges under the Tiered Award Scheme for the support and partnership working they undertake in the community including Young Carers.

The Children’s services team are celebrating their Gold award for the work they do to improve outcomes for their youngest learners, their parents and carers.

Hannah Murphy, children’s services manager said: ‘Our mixed ability fully integrated nursery welcomes children from birth to five years and is changing attitudes to disability. It helps parents, adds real value to the Nursery is good for the children and staff. We extend our support through our Nursery Outreach service which ena-

bles children with additional needs to attend a Nursery local to them’. l If you are interested in the Award and would like more information contact the Access Office on 673103 or email tas@crossroadsiom.org The Access office also offers online disability awareness training to local businesses and organisations.

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EasyJet boss to pilot ITV as its first female CEO

TRANSPORT

EasyJet boss Carolyn McCall is to join ITV as the broadcaster’s first ever female chief executive.

Carillon to work on HS2 rail project Troubled construction giant Carillion is among the firms awarded contracts for the building of phase one of the HS2 rail line, the Government has announced. The deals are worth £6.6 billion in total and will see tunnels, embankments and viaducts constructed between London and Birmingham. The work is estimated to support 16,000 jobs. A partnership featuring Carillion has been commissioned for two of the projects. The firm’s share price tanked by more than 70 per cent last week after a profit warning and an £845 million write-off on construction contracts. The final route of the Manchester and Leeds arms of the railway will be confirmed later. The picture above, shows the Birmingham and Fazeley viaduct, part of the proposed route for the HS2 high speed rail scheme PA Wire/HS2

China growth unexpected China’s economy grew at an annual rate of 6.9 per cent between April and June according to official figures, slightly higher than forecast.

The growth rate, which compares expansion with the same three months in the previous year, was the same as in the first quarter of 2017.

Beijing is trying to rein in debt and a housing bubble with tough measures on the

property sector and lenders.

Many analysts expected China’s economy to slow as those policies kicked in.

But the latest data is well above Beijing’s 6.5 per cent growth target for 2017.

Despite efforts to slow down the housing market, property investment grew by 8.5 per cent in the first half, up from the same period in 2016.

Some analysts are predict-

ing that tighter lending rules may not have the cooling effect that many expected.

‘Property prices will have an impact in the second half, but the impact might not be as big as we thought. It is only on prime cities. The third-tier and fourth-tier cities might catch up a little bit and that will offset some of the slowdown in first tier cities,’ said economist Iris Pang.

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Ms McCall, who begins her new role in January 2018, had been the front runner to secure the vacant top job after Adam Crozier stepped down at the end of June.

She has headed up the low-cost airline since 2010, prior to which she was chief executive of Guardian Media Group (GMG).

She said: ‘I’m really pleased to be joining ITV. It is a fantastic company in a dynamic and stimulating sector.

‘I am looking forward to getting to know all of the people at ITV and helping it make the most of the amazing opportunities that it has in the future.”

Ms McCall will receive an annual salary of £900,000 and a pension allowance of 15 per cent of salary.

She will also be eligible for a bonus plan.

ITV described it as ‘broadly the same remuneration opportunity’ as Mr Crozier’s.

Ms McCall will also receive awards to compensate for remuneration arrangements forfeited on leaving EasyJet. She comes with a strong corporate pedigree.

In addition to her time at EasyJet and GMG, she has

Carolyn McCall been a non-executive director of Burberry since 2014 and sits on the board of the Department of Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy.

Ms McCall has been widely praised for her tenure at EasyJet and for raising the profile of women in business.

Tamsin Garrity, equity analyst at Jefferies, said: ‘We view this appointment as positive.

‘McCall has understanding of the commercial side of the business, which complements a creative chairman at ITV, and has weathered some tougher times at EasyJet while trebling the share price.’

But she leaves the lowcost carrier at a difficult time for the sector in Britain, with Brexit storm clouds gathering over the travel industry.

PRESS ASSOCIATION

Ashley Madison settlement offer The owner of the Ashley Madison infidelity website, which was hacked in July 2015, has offered a settlement to the people suing the company.

Millions of members had their personal details stolen when the site, which encouraged people to cheat on their partners, was breached.

Ruby Life has put forward $11.2m (£8.5m) to settle a number of class actions.

Some of the fund will be used to compensate those with a ‘valid claim’.

Ashley Madison was a dating website for people who already had a partner but were looking to have an affair.

In July 2015, its systems were compromised and details of 33 million accounts were posted online.

T h e d ata i n c lud e d names, address, birth dates and sexual interests.

Ruby Life, the company behind the site, faces legal action from people who say the data breach led to financial loss and identity theft.

Ruby Life was known as Avid Dating Life at the time of the Ashley Madison data breach. The rebranded company describes itself as an ‘industry leader in open-minded dating services’ and still advertises Ashley Madison on its website.

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Property Snippets with manxmove.im

Trump Tower flat for sale A two-bedroom apartment in Trump Tower, Vancouver, has gone on the market for $2,198,000 (US$1.65million or £1.3million).

The luxury pad in Vancouver - on the west side of Canada - is part of the latest development to be built under the Trump International Hotel.

Vancouver tower sold before the building was finished in November last year.

The two-bedroom apartment has doubled in price since it was bought in 2014 and has never been lived in.

We visited the property to take a closer look, and found that it was presented to a showroom standard.

There are two bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms,

Buy a church for £150,000 Trump Tower Vancouver

which have polished marble floors and limestone sinks.

All of the blinds, temperature, lighting and home security are operated at the touch of a button. www.dailymail.co.uk

Ghoulish home hunters with a taste for the macabre and a desire to roll up their sleeves are being offering the perfect renovation project.

A large, Grade II listed former church in the North of England, with a bell tower and original stained glass windows, has been put on the market for £150,000.

It has a graveyard outside with dozens of gravestones still in place, and is also

linked to the tale of a double murder, which reportedly took place at the church and neighbouring vicarage.

The large property is in the market town of Todmorden, in Calderdale, West Yorkshire.

The average price of a detached house in the area is £330,000, which is more than double the asking price of the former church. www.dailymail.co.uk

Rates unlikely to get lower M o r tg a ge l e n d e r s h ave warned homeowners that low mortgage rates aren’t going to drop any further, so should secure one now mortgage rates are at one of their lowest on record. However, homeowners are being warned they may not go any lower and could quickly

increase as the Bank of England base rate rises. Currently, homeowners can choose a two-year fixed rate of 0.99 per cent, or mortgage fixed for five years at 1.64 per cent.

It is unlikely they will get any lower than that.

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Property transactions Gillian Anne Banning, of Woodstock, Top Road, Crosby, bought Rock Villa, Strathallan Road, Onchan, for £1,100,000.

It was sold by Equiom (Isle of Man) Limited, whose registered office is situated at Jubilee Buildings, Victoria Street, Douglas, as trustee, and Rock Villa Settlement, by trustee.

Other transactions lodged at the General Registry in Douglas are as follows: Niall Patrick Carey and Ann Maria Carey sold 22 Alderley Close, Saddlestone, Douglas, for £400,000, to Stewart Elliot Swann and Helen Nicole Cowin, both of 10 Hilltop View, Farmhill, Douglas.

Simon John Briggs, of Thalloo Ree, Dhoon Loop Road, Ramsey, sold 24 Brecken Bank, off Ballafletcher Road, Braddan, for £395,000, to John Gartland and Julie Gartland, both of 24 Brecken Bank, Tromode Woods, Braddan.

Mark Anthony Christian sold 105 Fairways Drive, Mount Murray, Braddan, for £338,000, to Andrew John Winslade and Dana Sian Eynon, both of 3 Orchard View, Saddlestone, Douglas.

Anthony Arthur Okell and Helen Arminson Okell, sold 7 Cherry Walk, Hightonwood Hill, Douglas, for £306,000, to Karen Jane Riordan, of 57 Selborne Drive, Douglas.

David Gwyn Davies, by trustee, and Peter Howard Davies, of Craiglands, Queen’s Road, Port St Mary, as trustee, sold Linden, 6 Fairway Drive, Port Erin, for £265,000, to Mark Andrew Ellson and Sonja Michaela Ellson, both of Westhill flat, Buchan School, Arbory Road, Castletown.

The Rector and Wardens of Bridge, Lezayre and North Ramsey sold Elm Bank, Churchtown Road, Churchtown, Lezayre, for £200,000, to David Roberts and Gemma Mortimer, both of Glebe Mooar, Churchtown, Lezayre.

Robert Andrew Swan, of Richmond, London, sold 34 Alexander Drive, Douglas, for £199,500, to Gregory Parkinson and Suzanne Roscoe Parkinson, both of 1 The Point, Head Road, Douglas.

Eleanor Kay Ashton, of The Croft, Saddle Road, Douglas, sold 1 Hawthorn Villas, Mount Murray, Braddan, for £177,000, to Denise MatilCOLUMN SPONSORED BY

da Armstrong, of 10 Ballanoa Meadow, Santon.

Esme Barbara Jones, of 7 Spectrum Apartments, Central Promenade, Douglas, sold Crona Cottage, Bradda, Port Erin, for £150,000, to Peter Karran, of 28 Springfield Avenue, Douglas.

Antony Quayle and Anita Lorraine Quayle sold 39 The Meadows, Michael, for £145,000, to Momentum Asset Management Limited, Sterling House, 20 Victoria Way, Burgess Hill, West Sussex.

Helen Ruth Mills, of 24 Glenfaba Road, Peel, sold 10 Duke Street, Peel, for £143,000, to Chris Conway and Lisa Michelle Conway, of 26 Market Street, Peel.

Robert Bergquist and Linda Bergquist sold 29 Castle Mona Avenue, Douglas, for £130,000, to Hazel Frances Smith, of Dolphins, Clayhead Road, Baldrine.

Village Walk Limited, whose registered office is at Centre House, Little Switzerland, Douglas, sold two parcels of land abutting Bridson Street and Orchard Road, Port Erin, for £100,000, to Shoprite (Isle of Man) Limited, whose registered office is situate at Centre House, Little Switzerland, Douglas.

James Richard Kelly, of 71 Malew Street, Castletown, and Angela Perry McGowan, of Preston, Lancashire, sold 71 Malew Street, Castletown, for £92,500, to Roman Group Limited, whose registered office is at 3 Queen’s Drive, East Ramsey.

Robert William Boggs, of County Tyrone, Northern Ireland, and Helen Louise Boggs, sold a parcel of land, at East Bretney Estate, Jurby, for £40,000, to Maureen Anne Owens, of The Pollee, Ballagarraghyn, Polly Road, Jurby.

Louise Agnes Bloomfield, by executor, and Richard Mortimer Morris, as executor, sold 6 Barrack Lane, Ramsey, for £35,000, to Mark Mathews and Janette Mathews, both of 7 Barrack Lane, Ramsey.

Michael Christopher Prosser Thomas, of Leyburn, North Yorkshire, sold a parcel of land, part of the Quarterland of Cronaback, at Bradda Road, Port Erin, for £4,750, to Edward Henry Crebbin.

----------------------------We publish details of all house sales unless we receive a written request from the police or probation services.

Education: Athletics festival at the National Sports Centre

A speed bounce

Disabled kids enjoy sports

Pupils with disabilities took part at athletics festivals at the National Sports Centre.

Ninety pupils from 11 primary and secondary schools enjoyed running, jumping and throwing in the final event of the year-round disability school sports programme.

Ari Brooks, disability sports development officer

the Department of Education and Children’s sports and recreation arm, said: ‘Our 10-year strategy for sport outlines how sport and physical activity improves the lives of those with disabilities.

‘The disability school sports programme allows pupils to try a variety of sports in a fun and inclusive envi-

SOCIAL DIARY July 19 – Douglas Town Band.

Conductor Ken Mitchell , St Thomas Church, Douglas, 7.45pm. Retiring collection.

July 21 – Manx Retirement Association luncheon, Palace Hotel, 12.00pm. Speaker Gordon Caren, Life in the Falklands. Phone 817007 to book.

July 22– St. Peter’s Church Onchan, Strawberry soirée and church yard tour, 6pm.

Tickets £10 includes food and drink available from Parish Office or Tricia Skillicorn 472731 July 26 – Lhon Dhoo Male Voice Choir, Conductor Wendy McDowell, St Thomas Church, Douglas, 7.45pm.

Retiring collection.

– Wurlitzer Concert , Villa Marina Arcade, 1pm free admission.

August 1 – World Manx Association mystery tour coach outing and afternoon tea.

Meet at Fun Farm car park at 2.30pm. Call to book, 415439.

August 2 – W.I. Choir, Con-

ronment.

‘It encourages pupils to continue their involvement in sport through other events and schemes Manx Sport and Recreation [the DEC’s sports department] and schools offer.’

Geoff Corkish MLC and Ann Corlett MHK presented certificates and medals to par-

ticipating pupils.

Mr Corkish chairs Tynwald’s Advisory Council for Disabilities.

The disability school sports programme began in September with tri-golf and continued with football in November, badminton and boccia festivals in January and cricket in March.

Email: bev.moore@iomtoday.co.im ductor Karen Elliot, St Thomas Church, Douglas, 7.45pm. Retiring collection.

– Wurlitzer Concert, Villa Marina Arcade , 1pm free admission.

August 9 – Ramsey and District Probus Club lunch, Ramsey Golf Club, 12.30pm for 1pm. Speaker, Steve Malley, ‘Alternative energy sources in the IOM’.

– Crosby and District Silver Band, St Thomas Church, Douglas, 7.45pm. Retiring collection.

– Wurlitzer Concert, Villa Marina Arcade, 1pm free admission.

August 16 – Regal Singers, Conductor, Alan Wilcocks, St Thomas Church, 7.45pm.

Retiring collection.

August 23 – Ruth Tickle, (2017 Cleveland Medalist) John Snelling, St Thomas Church, Douglas, 7.45pm.

Retiring collection.

August 30 – Castletown Silver Band, St Thomas Church, Douglas, 7.45pm.

Retiring collection.

September 13 – Ramsey and District Probus Club lunch, Ramsey Golf Club, 12.30pm for 1pm. Speaker, Andrew Kelsey, (The medical war how the Great War advanced medicine).

September 15 – World Manx Association quiz and hot pot supper at St John’s Methodist Hall, 7pm Call, 415439 to book.

September 21– Northern Ladies Luncheon Club coffee morning, Ramsey Town Hall, 10.30am-midday. Nominal £1 charge.

October 11 – Ramsey and District Probus Club lunch, Ramsey Golf Club, 12.30pm for 1pm. Speaker Allan Bell, MBE (32 years in Manx politics).

Government House Tuesday, July 18 – Lady Gozney to visit the Children of Chernobyl event at Albany

Tennis Club.

Wednesday, July 19 – His Excellency and Lady Gozney to the Manx Blind Welfare Society at Corrin court, Onchan.

– His Excellency and Lady Gozney to host a dinner at Government house.

Thursday, July 20 – His Excellency and Lady Gozney to open the Manx Breast Unit at Noble’s Hospital.

– His Excellency and Lady Gozney to host the isle of Man fire and Rescue Service’s Long Service and Good Conduct Medal Presentation at Government House.

Friday, July 21 – His Excellency and Lady Gozney to open Phase 1 of the Cathedral isle of Man Gardens and to attend a banquet.

Saturday, July 22 – His Excellency and Lady Gozney to attend the Isle of Man Amateur Golf Championships 2017 at Ramsey Golf Club.

Sunday, July 23 – His Excellency to open Braddan Parish Day.

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PARRY. On Wednesday the 12th of July 2017 peacefully at Nobles Hospital. Alma Irene aged 75 years of Friary Park, Ballabeg. Dearly beloved wife of David, dear sister of Diane, Irene and Roy. Dear aunt of Ron. Will be sadly missed by all her family and friends and niece Jillian. Special thanks to Jo and the Doctors, Nurses and staff of ITU Nobles Hospital for their care and kindness.The funeral service will be Advert held at ID:WIM319930 the Douglas 28.111 mm by129.779 mm Booking Code:WIM319930 Borough Crematorium Customer ID:Duggan A & Son Colour:1the 20th on Thursday First Appearance:18/07/17 of Last July at 10.45am Appearance:18/07/17 followed by cremation.

Casual attire requested.

Family flowers only please, donations in lieu if so desired may be sent to the Nobles Hospital Equipment Trust for ITU, care of Nobles Hospital Management, The Strang, Isle of Man, IM4 4RJ. All welcome after the service to join the family at the Manx Legion Club, Douglas. Enquiries to Alfred Duggan & Son Funeral Directors Ltd, Tel 673328.

HOUGHTON. Peacefully on Friday 14th July at Nobles Hospital after a short illness, borne with her usual strength and humour, Joan in her 77th year, beloved wife of Stuart and dearly loved mother and grandmother. A private Advertcremation ID:WIM319927 will family 28.111 mm by82.156 mm take place and later Booking Code:WIM319927 Customer ID:Kissack Funeral a serviceDirectors to celebrate Colour:1 Joan’s life will be held First Appearance:18/07/17 Last Appearance:18/07/17 at Union Mills Methodist Chapel on 25th July at 12 noon. The family would appreciate it if bright coloured clothing is worn. Donations to The IOM Anti-Cancer Association would be welcomed. All enquiries to Kissack Funeral Directors, Crosby 851377.

SETTERFIELD. Peter.

Peacefully on the 5th July 2017, passed away at Nobles Hospital aged 82. Beloved husband of Valerie and father of Susan, Caroline, Julie and Trevor. A Much Loved grandfather Advert ID:WIM319769 28.111 mm by69.456 mm andBooking great-grandfather.

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SHASHA. (nee Jackson).

On Wednesday 28th June 2017 peacefully at Nobles Hospital surrounded by her family, Lynne aged 68 years of Glencrutchery Road Douglas dearly loved wife of Jonathan much loved Mummy of Justin and Caroline and dearest Mops to her grandchildren James and Arthur. She will be very greatly missed by her brothers, Advertthree ID:WIM319563 28.111 mm by113.905 mmand nieces, nephews Booking Code:WIM319563 Customer Faragher Limited all herID:Eric many friends.

Colour:1 Funeral service and First Appearance:18/07/17 Last Appearance:18/07/17 cremation will take place at Douglas Crematorium on Wednesday 19th July at 1.15pm. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu if so desired may be sent to Isle of Man Anti-Cancer Association c/o H. Pilley 38 Baldrine Park Baldrine Isle of Man IM4 6DB. All enquiries to Eric Faragher Ltd., Funeral Directors, Main Road, Onchan, KNEALE. (nee Moore).

Telephone 673109 or On Thursday 13th July 622897.

2017, peacefully at Marathon Court Nursing MEADDOWS. Phyllis Home, Lily Ethel aged (Phyl) on Sunday 2nd 92 years. Devoted wife July, peacefully in her of the late Arthur, dearly sleep and in the comfort loved mum of David and of her own home at Ken, mother in law of the glorious age of 90 Jacqueline and Annie, (21). Much loved Mum loving grandma of to Claire and Tim and Matthew and Annabel. Grandma to Mark, Advert ID:WIM319925 ‘Sadly missed.’

28.111 mm by91.679 mmThe now reunited with her Booking Code:WIM319925 funeral serviceCorkishwill dearest husband Jack.

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All enquiries please The funeral service will to Kingswood Funeral be at St Andrews United Advert ID:WIM319762 Home, Kingswood Reformed Church at 28.111 mm by164.706 mm Grove, Douglas Tel 10:45am on Thursday Booking Code:WIM319762 Customer ID:Steven Corkish 661611.

20th July by Funeral followed Director Colour:1 Please cremation.

Appearance:18/07/17 CALEY. Suddenly feelFirst Last Appearance:18/07/17 free to wear navy passed away on Tuesday or pink (and grey).

4th July 2017, at home Following the services in Ballaugh, Irene, aged will be a ‘Celebration of 85 years, much loved Life’ between 12noon mother of Melanie and and 6pm at the Villa Sharon, mother in law of Marina Colonnade Mark and grandmother Suite, featuring Phyl’s of Sharna and Leanne. beloved music and She will be sadly missed including lunch buffet by all of her family and and afternoon tea at manyAdvertfriends.

ID:WIM319883 The 4pm. All are welcome 28.111 mm by88.505will mm be Funeral Service Booking Code:WIM319883 to any or all parts of Customer & Callow Ltd held atID:Corkhill 12 o’clock at the day. Family flowers Colour:1 Ballaugh Parish Church only please. Donations First Appearance:18/07/17 Last Appearance:18/07/17 on Wednesday the 26th if wished please to any July 2017, followed by musical charity you feel interment at Ballaugh personally connected Churchyard.

Please with Phyl. All enquiries wear brightly coloured to Kingswood Funeral clothes. Family flowers Home, Kingswood only, donations in lieu of Grove, Douglas Tel flowers to Manx breast 661611. care unit or British heart foundation. All enquiries to Corkhill & Callow, 4 Christian St, Ramsey, Tel 813114.

MCALEER. (nee Burke).

On Tuesday 11th July 2017 at Nobles Hospital Ellen Bridget (Ella) aged 75 years of Seafield Crescent in Onchan. Beloved wife of Patrick Joseph, loving mum of Sean and Richard, mother in law to Julie and Ruth, dearly loved grandma of Caitlin. She will be sadly missed by all her family Advert ID:WIM319926 and28.111 friends.

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BAIRSTOW. Jean.

Suddenly at home on Friday 7th July 2017.

Beloved mother of Annie, Susie and Richard and daughterin-law Donna, much loved grandmother of Natalie, Stacey and Steven, loving great-grandmother of Charlie and Amelie and Auntie to Tracey, Billy,AdvertDee, Sandie, ID:WIM319850 28.111 mm by101.205 mm Jackie, Martin, John Booking Code:WIM319850 Customer ID:Corkhill & Ltd and Susan. The Callow Funeral Colour:1 service will take place First Appearance:18/07/17 Last Appearance:18/07/17 at 10:30am on Friday 21st July at Maughold Church followed by interment at Maughold Churchyard. Clothing attire optional. Flowers welcome. Everyone is welcome to the Park Hotel for refreshments after the Service to share memories of Jean. Further enquiries to Corkhill & Callow, 4 Christian Street, Ramsey. Tel: 813114.

SWIFT. On Tuesday 11th July 2017 peacefully at Nobles Hospital, Dennis Edward of Kensington Road, Douglas, beloved husband of Jean, much loved father of Kerry and Stacey, father-in-law of Nigel, dearly loved gramps of Courtney and Oscar, he will be sadly missed by James, and all his family and friends.

Advert ID:WIM319912 28.111 service mm by101.205 mm Funeral (at which Booking Code:WIM319912 Customer ID:Eric Faragher Limited bright clothing would be Colour:1 welcome) will be held at First Appearance:18/07/17 Last Appearance:18/07/17 Douglas Crematorium at 10.45am on Friday 21st July 2017. Flowers may be sent or if preferred donations in lieu of flowers should be sent to The Manx Stroke Foundation, C\o Mrs I Gardner, 69 Cannan Avenue, Kirk Michael. All enquiries please to Eric Faragher Ltd., Funeral Directors, Main Road, Onchan. Tel: 673109 or 622897

COTTIER. On Saturday 8th July at Nobles Hospital, Robert George of Ayre View, Bride, beloved husband of Cindy, much loved father of Karen, Jack and Imogen, father-in-law of Graeme, dearly loved son of Joan and the late George, dearly missed brother of Lynne, Jacqui, Carl and Jason, he will be sadly missed by all Advert ID:WIM319766 his 28.111 family and friends. mm by104.379 mm Booking Code:WIM319766 The funeral service and Customer ID:Eric Faragher Limited cremationColour:1 (at which you First Appearance:18/07/17 areLast invited to come as Appearance:18/07/17 you are) will be held at Douglas Crematorium at 11.30am on Friday 21st July 2017. No flowers by request, donations in lieu of flowers if so desired should be sent to the Rob Vine Fund, C/o The Hoggery, Nobles Park, Douglas.

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MATTHEWS. Douglas Frederick MBE. Fred’s family would like to thank all who attended his funeral service and for all the kind donations to the Lonan and Laxey Royal British Legion. Thanks also for all the lovely cards and messages received.

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In Memoriam Colour:1 service to celebrate First Appearance:18/07/17 Last Appearance:18/07/17 his life will be held at Douglas Crematorium at 11.30am on Wednesday 19th July 2017. Family flowers Advert ID:WIM319793 only please, donations 87.333 mm by48 mm in lieu of flowers if so Booking Code:WIM319793 desired should be sent Customer ID:Astill, Mrs Sheila to Crossroads Care, Colour:1 Units B5 & B6,Eden First Appearance:18/07/17 Business Park, Cooil Last Appearance:18/07/17 Road, Braddan. All enquiries please to Eric Faragher Ltd., Funeral Directors, Onchan. Tel: 673109 or 622897 Advert ID:Birthday Memories 28.111 mm by8 mm Booking Code:Birthday Memories Customer ID: Colour:1 First Appearance: Last Appearance:

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March 14 Nissan Micra, 1.2 Visia, 5 door, Silver, 16,000 miles ...........................................................£6,995/£40pw

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March Toyota Aygo 1.0 MOVE, Cirrus, 21,400 miles, 5 doors ..........................................................£6,495/£39pw

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2010 Renault Scenic 1.5 DCi Dynamique Tom Tom, 5 door, silver, diesel, 57,000 miles ..................... £5,995/£34pw

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2014 Ford Fiesta 1.5 TDCi Zetec, 5 door, Diesel, black, 34,000 miles........................................... £8,995/£51pw

March 2014 Toyota Aygo 1.0 Move Style, 5 door, two tone, 21,300 miles .............................................. £6,495/£39pw

2014 Renault Clio 1.2 Dynamique, 5 door, pale powder blue, 14000 miles .......................................£8,995/£56pw

2014 Peugeot 107 1.0 Allure, 5 door red, 24,000 miles ....... ....................................................................£5,995/£34pw

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MOTORHOME 2000 Peugeot Boxer 4 berth Motorhome, white, Diesel, 46,000 miles.....................................................£14,995

AUTOMATICS Jan 16 Audi Q5 2.0 TDi 190 Quattro S-Line+, 5 door,

mythos black, automatic, diesel, 8,000 miles .....................................................................£32,995

2012 Landrover Discovery 4, Automatic, 3.0 XS, 5 door, blue, Diesel, 33,000 miles, Leather, 7 seats, Sat nav, Parking Sensors ...............................................£25,995 Sept 13 Landrover Freelander 2, 2.2 SD4 190 XS

automatic, Diesel, 15,000 miles, Orkny grey ................................................................£22,995/£130pw

April 13 Volvo xC60 2.4 D D4 AWD, Savile Grey, 163 bhp, automatic, R-Design, 5 door, Diesel, 21,000 miles, ............................................................ £21,995 £135pw Jan 15 Mercedes-Benz SLK 250 2.1 convertible 2 door, 4000 miles black, Diesel automatic ........£19,995/£114pw March 15 Toyota Rav4 2.2 D CAT 150 Automatic, Grey, 5 door, 8,500 miles, All wheel drive, automatic, diesel . ............................................................£19,995/£114pw 2014 July Volkswagen Tiguan 2.0 Match 4Motoin 140

BHP Automatic, 5 door, diesel, silver, 4WD....................... ................................................................£18,995/£108pw

March 16 Audi A3 Sportback, 1.4 TFSi 125 Sport S-T

Automatic, Floret silver, 12,000 miles 5 dr......................... ................................................................£18,995/£102pw

March 13 BMW X1 2.0 X-Drive, 18D X Line Step, Automatic, 13,000 miles, diesel, 4x4, Black Saphire ........ ................................................................£18,995/£102pw

Sept 14 Ford Kuga 1.6 Titanium X Ecoboost Automatic, 5 door, grey, 5,000 miles ........................£17,995/£102pw 2015 Ford Kuga 2.0 TDCi Zetec Automatic, 4wd, Black, 5 door, Diesel, 11,000 miles ...................£17,995/£102pw July 15 Citroen Grand Picasso 1.6 VTR+, HDi Blue, Exclusive 120ps, 7 seater, 20,000 miles, automatic ..............................................................£14,995/£84pw March 14 Ford Grand C-Max 2.0 Titanium TDCi,

Automatic, 5 door, 7 seater, white, 18,000 miles, Diesel ..

..............................................................£13,995/£79pw

2013 Nissan Qashqai 1.6 NTEC+, Automatic, 5 door, red,

9000 miles panoramic roof, sat nav, reversing camera ......................................................£13,995/£79pw

2013 Citroen DS3 1.6 DSTYLE, Automatic, 3 door, blue, 26,000 miles ...............................................£7,995/£45pw

2005 BMW X5 3.0 D Sport, Auto, 5 door, Silver, 78,000 miles, Diesel, Grey ......................................£7,995/£45pw

Oct 12 SMART car, Fortno 1.0, 2 door, silver, 20,000 miles. ....................................................................£5,995/£34pw 1991 Nissan Figaro, 2 door, green, 89,000 miles Automatic ...................................................£5,995/£45pw 2004 BMW 525 D Automatic, Diesel, Tourer, 2.5 Estate, silver, 5 door, 105,000 miles .......................£4,995/£28pw 2007 Citroen Grand Picasso, HDi, Automatic, 5 door, Blue 61,000 mile Diesel.................................. £4,995/£28pw

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Jan 14 Vauxhall Mokka 1.7 CDTi 130 SE, 2.w.d, automatic,

2006 Vauxhall Zafira, 1.9 CDT: Energy, 5 door, silver, diesel, 64,000 miles, 7 seats.......................... ARRIVING

2016 Ford Fiesta 1.0 Ecoboost, Automatic, 5 door, Grey, 5000 miles.............................................£11,995/£68pw

2009 Nissan Qashqai, 1.5 DCi Acenta 5 door, black, diesel, 70,000 miles ....................................... ARRIVING

grey, 5 door, auto/manual mode, diesel, 17,700 miles ..................................................................£13,995/£79pw

2011 Nissan Juke 1.6 Dig Turbo, Automatic, 5 door, Red, Sat Nav, Reversing Camera, 16,000 miles ..............................................................£11,495/£67pw 2009 Jaguar XF Luxury, 4 door, 3.0D, Automatic, Diesel, 54,000 miles, Gold, leather seats, SAT NAV, parking sensors ....................................£10,995/£63pw 2015 Ford Fiesta 1.6 Zetec, Automatic, 5 door, Dark Blue, 6000 miles ...................................£10,995/£63pw April 14 Vauxhall Astra Tourer 2.0 CDTi 165 Elite Estate.

Automatic, Diesel, Red, 5 door, Leather, 7000 miles ..............................................................£10,995/£63pw

Dec 13 Peugeot 3008 1.6 E HDi, 5 door, Active Automatic, Agean Blue, 11,000 miles .........................£10,995/£63pw Sept 13 Hyundai I30 1.6 CRDi 110 Active, Automatic,

blue, automatic, diesel, 1,000 miles only .......................... ..................................................................£10,995/£63pw

Oct 14 Ford Fiesta 1.6 Zetec, Automatic, Grey, 5 door, 14,000 miles........................................... £9,995/£57pw

2009 BMW 125i 3.0 SE Automatic, 2 door, Coupe, 27,000 miles, Blue .................................................. £9,995/£57pw May 14 Vauxhall Astra 2.0 DRi CDTi, Automatic, Diesel, Blue, 9700 miles ......................................... £9,995/£57pw

2007 Nissan XTrail 2.0 DCi Sport, Automatic, 5 door, black, 39,000 miles ................................ £9,995/£57pw

June 14 Nissan Note 1.2 Dig-S Tekna, Automatic, white, 5 door, 5,300 miles, 5 door .........................£9,995/£57pw 2009 BMW 320i M sport, saloon, 2.0, 4 door, Grey, 40000 miles, Leather.............................. £8,995/£50pw 2011 Peugeot 5008, 1.6 HDi Automatic Exclusive, 5 door, gold, 19,000 miles, Diesel ...................... £7,995/£45pw

2005 Renault Modus, 1.4 Dynamique, 5 door, silver, 59,000 miles................................................... ARRIVING

2002 Volkswagen Beetle, 2.0, 2 door, blue, 92,000 miles ....................................................................... ARRIVING

2003 Toyota Rav4, 2.0 gx, 5 door, silver 170,000 ............................................................................ ARRIVING 2007 Ford Fiesta, 1.4 Zetec, 3 door, Black, .... ARRIVING 2010 Ford Focus 1.6 Zetec, 5 door, ................ ARRIVING 2008 Fiat Scudo Multijet, white panel van,...... ARRIVING

May 15 Mitsubishi L200, 2.5 DI-D, pick-up, white, 17,000 miles, challenger, double-cab, diesel, 4wd ...............................................£13,995+VAT/£79pw+VAT March 15 Ford Transit Custom Van, L13 2.2 TDCi, 5 door, diesel, 21,000 miles, white .............. £13,995+VAT/ £79pw 2014 Ford Transit custom van, 2.2 TDCi, 5 door, white.10000 miles, diesel ............................................£13,495 + VAT £79pw +VAT Nov 2014 Citroen Dispatch 2.0 Enterprise L2H LWB Silver Panel Van, 14,800 miles, 5 door ..... £11,995 + VAT/£68pw June 2014 Citroen Dispatch 1200, 2.0 Enterprise panel van, 15,000 miles, 5 door ................. £11,995+VAT/£68pw March 16 Peugeot Partner 1.6 DCi Professional, 5 door, only 3500 miles, Diesel .................. £9,995+VAT/£57pw 2016 Citroen Berlingo van, 1.6 Enterprise, white, 4,000 miles, diesel, 5 door.................... £9,995+VAT/£57pw+Vat Dec 14 Citroen Berlingo 1.6 HDi 90 8501KG Enterprise,

polar white panel van, 5 door, 9900 miles, diesel.............. .................................................... £8,995+VAT/£51pw+VAT

2007 Ford Connect Van TDCi, 5 door, Diesel, 56,000 miles, white, ................................ £3,995 NO VAT/£28pw

MINIBUS Nov 08 Ford Transit 2.4 100E, White, 5 door, 41,000 miles, 17 seater Minibus .............................£9,995/£63pw

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May 15 Mitsubishi L200 Pick-up, 2.4 DI-D, amazon, 6000 miles, Warrior, Double-cab, 4 Door, Diesel, ............................................. £19,995+VAT/£114pw+VAT

April 14 Volkswagen Transporter 2.0 TDi 140 T30 LWB, Automatic, 5 door, Grey, 17,000 miles, Diesel, Many purpose built extras MUST BE SEEN .............................................. £24,995/£140pw

March 16 Mitsubishi L200 Pick-up, 2.4 DI-D, Aztec, 4700 miles, 4wd, Warrior, double-cab, Diesel ............................................. £19,995+VAT/£114pw+VAT March Ford Tourneo Custom 2.2 Diesel titanium, Silver, 8 seater m/bus,5 dr 21,000 m ....... £18,995 No VAT/£108pw Dec 16 Ford Transit 2.2 350 RWD, only 300 miles, 5 door, Diesel, white panel van, ...... £17,995+VAT/ £102pw+VAT July 15 Mitsubishi L200 2.5 DI-D Automatic, pick-up, brown, 9000 miles, barbarian crew-cab, 4 Door, Diesel, 4WD ........................ £17,995+VAT/£102pw+VAT March 2015 Ford Transit Panel Van, 2.2 Custom limited, Diesel, 5 door, Blue, 17,000 miles.........£15,995/£91pw March 15 Ford Transit Custom Van, 2.2 Trend, 125 LWB L2 H1 TDCi, 5 door, 18,000 miles ............................... ............................................... £14,995+VAT/£84pw+VAT April 16 Vauxhall Vivaro 2.7T, 1.6 Sportive L1 H1, 5 door, 10,000 miles, panel van, .......£14,995+VAT/£84pw+VAT

Nov 11 Renault Kangoo 1.5 HDi, grey, 5 door, diesel, 5 door, 8,000 miles ........................................ £8,995/£51pw Oct 11 Peugeot Partner Tepee 1.6 HDi 92, 5 door, blue, diesel, 20,900 miles ...................................... £7,995/45pw Oct 11 Peugeot Partner Tepee 1.6 HDi, 5 door, Red, diesel, 23,000 miles .................................... £7,995/£45pw Dec 12 Renault Kangoo 1.5 DCi, 5 door, Bronze, diesel, 16,000 miles ............................................... £7,995/£45pw June 11 Renault Kangoo 1.5 DCi, red, 5 door, diesel, 19,000 miles ................................................ £7995/£45pw Sep 2009 Peugeot Partner 1.4 Origin Combi, 6 door, Silver, 12,000 miles .....................................£6,995/£40pw 2007 Peugeot Partner Horizon Totem, 5 door, Red, 7,800 miles...........................................£5,995/£34pww

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2012 Vauxhall Corsa VXR 1.6 Turbo Nurburgring 2012 Vauxhall CorsaGreen, VXR 1.656k Turbo Edition in Metallic milesNurburgring £8,995 Edition in Metallic Green, 56k miles £8,995

2008 Mercedes C220 CDI Elegance 2008 4dr inMercedes Gold OnlyC220 29k CDI MilesElegance 7,595 4dr in Gold Only 29k Miles 7,595

2013 Fiat 500 1.2 pop In white with 2013 Fiat24k 500miles 1.2 pop In white with £6,495 24k miles £6,495

2008 Vauxhall Corsa 1.6 Turbo VXR In 2011 Smart fourtwo 800cc CDi Diesel 2008 Ford Mondeo 2.0 TDCI 130 Automatic 2013 Toyota Aygo 1.0 VVT-i Ice 5 door 2007 Audi A4 2.0 Diesel S-Line 4 door sallon In 2008with Vauxhall In 2011 Audi91k A4miles 2.0 Diesel S-Linemiles 4 door sallon In Smartwith fourtwo 800cc CDi Diesel 2008 Ford Mondeo 130 Automatic 2013 Toyota 5 door 2007 Black AlloysCorsa with 1.6 54kTurbo miles VXR £5,995 Silver Motorway £5,400 Automatic 12,500 miles £5,695 5 door in Blue with2.0 onlyTDCI 31k miles £5,495 in Silver withAygo only1.0 13kVVT-i milesIce £5,495 Black with Alloys with 54k miles £5,995 Automatic with 12,500 miles £5,695 Silver 91k miles Motorway miles £5,400 5 door in Blue with only 31k miles £5,495 in Silver with only 13k miles £5,495

2010 Hyundai i20 1.4 Comfort 5 2010in Hyundai 1.4miles Comfort 5 door Blue withi2048k £4,495 door in Blue with 48k miles £4,495

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2004 Nissan Terrano 3.0 SVE 4x4 2004 Nissanwith Terrano 4x4 with 7 Seater 58k 3.0 milesSVE £4,495 with 7 Seater with 58k miles £4,495

2006 Vauxhall Meriva 1.4 Life 5dr in 2006 1.4 Life 5dr in GreyVauxhall with onlyMeriva 37k miles £3,750 Grey with only 37k miles £3,750

2008 Peugeot 308 1.6 Sport 120 5 2008inPeugeot 30854k 1.6miles Sport£3,750 120 5 door Grey with door in Grey with 54k miles £3,750

2006 Vauxhall Corsa 1.2 Diesel 5 door 2006 Vauxhall Corsa Diesel£3,495 5 door in Grey with Only 27k1.2miles!! in Grey with Only 27k miles!! £3,495

BMW 330CI 3.0 Auto 2 door Coupe 2004 Ford Transit Connect L230 1.8 3.0 Auto door£2,995 Coupe Diesel 2004 inFord Transit 1.8 InBMW Grey330CI with Alloys 89k2miles White withConnect 95k milesL230 £2,995 In Grey with Alloys 89k miles £2,995 Diesel in White with 95k miles £2,995

2004 Vauxhall Meriva 1.6 5 door in 2004Red Vauxhall Meriva 5 door in with 65k miles1.6 £2,995 Red with 65k miles £2,995

2006 Citroen Picasso 2.0 Automatic 2006 Citroen 2.0 Automatic in Silver withPicasso 67k miles £2,695 in Silver with 67k miles £2,695

2005 Renault Grand Scenic 1.6 in Silver 2005 Scenic 1.6£1,995 in Silver with 7Renault Seater Grand with 106k miles with 7 Seater with 106k miles £1,995

2002 Jaguar X-Type 2.1 V6 4 door in 2002 Jaguar X-Type 2.1 V6£1,795 4 door in Green with 76k miles Green with 76k miles £1,795

2002 Honda Civic 1.6 5 door in Grey 2002with Honda in Grey onlyCivic 47k 1.6 miles5 door £2,495 with only 47k miles £2,495

2004 Mazda 3 2.0 5 door in Silver 2004 3 2.0miles 5 door in Silver NovMazda with 89k £1,995 Nov with 89k miles £1,995

2003 Vauxhall Astra 1.8 Convertible In 2003with Vauxhall In Blue AlloysAstra Only 1.8 36kConvertible Miles! £1,995 Blue with Alloys Only 36k Miles! £1,995

2004 Nissan Almera 1.8 SE 5 door in 2004Gold Nissan 1.8 SE 5 door in withAlmera 79k miles £1495 Gold with 79k miles £1495

2002 Renault Megane 1.4 fidji 5 door 2002 Renault Megane 1.4 fi£1495 dji 5 door in Black with 83k miles in Black with 83k miles £1495

2001 Seat Ibiza 1.4 Chill 3 door in 2001 Seatwith Ibiza90k 1.4miles Chill 3£750 door in Black Black with 90k miles £750

2002 Daewoo Metiz 800cc 5 door Silver 23k miles. 2003 Renault Scenic 1.6 Blue 101k miles. Sold 2002forDaewoo door offers Silver 23k miles. for2003 Renault Sceniconly.

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Benefits Include Benefits BenefitsInclude Include • Salary £20-£27k depending on experience, plus monthly on-target commission •• Salary Salary£20-£27k £20-£27kdepending dependingon onexperience, experience,plus plusmonthly monthlyon-target on-targetcommission commission • Company car •• Company Companycar car • 26 days holiday and bank holidays •• 26 26days daysholiday holidayand andbank bankholidays holidays • Free life assurance •• Free Freelife lifeassurance assurance • Contributory pension scheme •• Contributory Contributorypension pensionscheme scheme • Friendly working environment •• Friendly Friendlyworking workingenvironment environment Recent graduates looking to start their career in a media sales environment are Recent Recent graduates graduates looking looking to to start start their their career career in in aa media media sales sales environment environment are are welcome to apply. welcome welcometo toapply. apply.

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Public Notices IN THE MATTER OF IN THE MATTER COMPANY NO. 121074C BENHAM LIMITED REG OF ASRD LTD (IN THE ISLE OF MAN NO 122257C AND IN MEMBERS VOLUNTARY COMPANIES ACTS 1931THE MATTER OF THE LIQUIDATION) 2004 INDEPENDENCE COMPANIES ACTS 1931(COMPANY NUMBER LIMITED MEMBERS’ 2004 011105V) AND IN VOLUNTARY WINDINGTHE MATTER OF THE UP COMPANIES ACTS 2006 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN Pursuant to Written that the creditors of the of the above named Company NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN Resolutions of which is being voluntarily pursuant to section 224 of shareholders the Companies Act 1931 Independence Limited wound up are required (as applied by section dated 29 June 2017, the on or before the 14th day 182 of the Companies following resolution was of August 2017 being Act 2006) that a General duly passed (Statutory the day for that purpose Meeting of the Members Declarations of Solvency fixed by the undersigned of the above named under Section 218 of Liquidator of the said Company will be held the Companies Act Company to send their at First Names House, 1931, having been made names and addresses Victoria Road, Douglas, and duly filed with the with particulars of their Isle of Man on 10th Registrar). RESOLVED: debts or claims to the day of August 2017 at “That the Company be undersigned Mr David Advert ID:WIM319886 Hill mm of by150 David 11.00am for the purpose wound up voluntarily John28.111 mm J Hill Booking Co Code:WIM319886 of Museum of having an account and that Dennis Anthony & Advert ID:WIM319931 Customer ID:David J Hill & Co 28.111 mm by160 mm Church Road, laidBooking before them and to McGurgan of Grant Buildings,Colour:1 Code:WIM319931 First Appearance:18/07/17 Customer ID:Cains Fiduciaries Isle of Man Thornton Limited, Port receive the Liquidators’ Last Erin, Appearance:18/07/17 Limited report Colour:1 showing how Third Floor, Exchange IM9 6AH, Liquidator of Appearance:18/07/17 the said Company; and House, 54/62 Athol theFirst winding up of the Last Appearance:18/07/17 Company has been Street, Douglas, Isle if so required by notice conducted and its of Man IM1 1JD, be in writing by the said property disposed of appointed Liquidator Liquidator prove their and the hearing of any for the purposes of said debts or claims at explanations that may be such winding-up and such time and place given by the Liquidators that his remuneration as shall be specified in and also of determining be approved by the such notice or in default the manner in which the Company”. NOTICE IS thereof they shall be books and papers of the HEREBY GIVEN that the excluded from the benefit Company be disposed creditors of the above of any distribution made of. Any member entitled named company which before such debts are to attend and vote at is being voluntarily proved.

Advertup ID:WIM319884 are required the above mentioned wound 28.111 mm by260 mm David John Hill Code:WIM319884 or before 21 August meeting may appoint a onBooking Liquidator Customer ID:Grant Thornton (IOM) day proxy to attend and vote 2017 being Limited the Dated: July 13 2017 Colour:1 purpose fixed instead of the member forFirstthat Appearance:18/07/17 Appearance:18/07/17 undersigned Note:This Notice is purely and such proxy need not by Lastthe Liquidator of the said formal and all known also be a member. creditors have been or Jacqueline Karen company to send their will be paid in full.

Fergusson Joint names and addresses Liquidator with particulars of their debts or claims to the Dated this 10th day of undersigned, Mr Dennis July 2017 Anthony McGurgan of Grant Thornton Limited, Third Floor, Exchange Advert ID:IOM BUS 3x1 {2} 28.111 mm by28.37 mm IN THE MATTER OF House, 54/62 Athol Booking Code:IOM BUS 3x1 {2} Customer ID: BENHAM LIMITED Street, Douglas, Isle of Colour:1 COMPANY NO 122257C Man IM1 1JD, Liquidator First Appearance: Last Appearance: AND IN THE MATTER of the said company and OF THE COMPANIES if so required by notice ACTS 1931-2004 (ISLE in writing by the said OF MAN) Liquidator prove their said debts or claims at At an EXTRAORDINARY such time and place GENERAL MEETING of the as shall be specified in said company convened such notice, or in default and held at Portland thereof they shall be House, Station Road, excluded from the benefit Ballasalla, Isle of Man on of any distribution made the 3 rd day of July 2017 before such debts are the Advert following SPECIAL proved. (Note: this ID:WIM319885 28.111 mm by110 mm RESOLUTION was passed: notice is purely formal.

Booking Code:WIM319885 Customer ID:Davidthat J Hill & Cothe All creditors have been “Resolved Colour:1 First Appearance:18/07/17 Company be wound up or will be paid in full.)

Last Appearance:18/07/17 voluntarily and that David Any member entitled John Hill FCA of David J to attend and vote at Hill & Co of Museum the above mentioned Building, Church Road, meeting may appoint a Port Erin, Isle of Man be proxy to attend and vote appointed Liquidator instead of him and such Date: 12th July 2017 for the purposes of such proxy need not also be a member.

Selusiwe Mdlalose winding-up”.

Chairman of the Meeting Dated this 3rd day of Dated this 29 day of June 2017 July 2017

THE COMPANIES ACTS IN THE MATTER OF COMPANIES ACTS 2006 1931-2004 1751 LIMITED COMPANY NUMBER WAVEMARC LIMITED 128931C COMPANY NO: 12980V (“THE COMPANY”) MEMBERS’ VOLUNTARY Notice is hereby given Notice hereby given AdvertisID:WIM319851 28.111 mm by50 mm LIQUIDATION pursuant to Section of Booking the intention to apply Code:WIM319851 Mr Roger of 224 of the Companies toCustomer the ID:Emery, Department Colour:1 First Appearance:18/07/17 Act 1931 that an NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN Economic Development Last Appearance:18/07/17 Extraordinary General pursuant to Section 224 under Section 278B Meeting of the above- of the Companies Act subsection 3 of the Isle of named Company will be 1931 as applicable by CA Man Companies Act 1931 held at First Floor, Jubilee 2006 Section 182 that a for the restoration of the Buildings, Victoria Street, General Meeting of the above named company Douglas, Isle of Man IM1 Members of the Company to the register.

2SH on 25 August 2017 at will be held at 34 North R.B. Emery Director 10:30am for the purpose Quay, Douglas, Isle of of having an account laid Man IM1 4LB on 23rd ISLE OF MAN Advert ID:WIM319928 before the members and August 2017 at 10AM for COMPANIES ACT 28.111 mm by128 mm Booking Code:WIM319928 to receive the Liquidator’s the purpose of having 2006 NOTICE OF Customer ID:Equiom (Isle Of Advert ID:WIM319914 laid before report Man) showing how an account APPOINTMENT OF Ltd 28.111 mm by140 mm Colour:1 Booking Code:WIM319914 them and to receive theFirstwinding-up of the LIQUIDATOR AND Appearance:18/07/17 Customer ID:Cavendish Trust Last Appearance:18/07/17 report NOTICE TO CREDITORS Company has been the Liquidators Company Colour:1 how the winding conducted and its showing ALESUND LIMITED First Appearance:18/07/17 of Appearance:18/07/17 the Company has property disposed of upLast and of hearing any been conducted and its At a General Meeting explanation that may be property disposed of of the above named given by the Liquidator. and the hearing of any company held at First Members entitled to explanations that may be Names House, Victoria attend and vote at given by the Liquidator Road, Douglas, Isle of the above-mentioned and also determining Man, IM2 4DF, British meeting may appoint a the manner in which the Isles on 12th July 2017, proxy to attend and vote books and papers of the the following resolution on their behalf. A proxy Company be disposed was duly passed:need not be a member. of. Any member entitled RESOLUTION 1 THAT to attend and vote at Dated: 14 July 2017. the Company be wound the above mentioned Emma Jane Williams meeting may appoint a up voluntarily pursuant to section 182 of the Liquidator proxy to attend and vote Companies Act 2006 instead of him and such applying section 214(1) proxy need not also be a (b) of the Companies Act member.

1931 AND THAT Mr John C O’Sullivan Liquidator Craig Brown of Killingan Churchtown, Dated this 14th day of Beg, Ramsey, Isle of Man, July 2017 IM7 2AN, British Isles be appointed as liquidator (the “Liquidator”) of the Company for the purpose Advert ID:WIM319823 28.111 mm by208 mm of Booking such winding up. In Code:WIM319823 Customer ID:First of pursuance ofNames the (Isle above Man) Limited notice isColour:1 hereby given First Appearance:18/07/17 that creditors of the Lastthe Appearance:18/07/17 above named company which is being voluntarily wound up are required, on or before 3rd August 2017 to send their names and addresses with particulars of their debts or claims, to the aforementioned Liquidator of the said company, and if so required by notice in writing by the said Liquidator, either personally or by their Advert ID:WIM317991 solicitors, to come in 57.722 mm by155 mm and prove their debts or claims at such time Booking Code:WIM317991 and place as shall be Customer ID:Sales Account 2 specified in such notice, Colour:4 and in default thereof First Appearance:23/05/17 they will be excluded Last Appearance:15/05/18 from the benefit of any distribution made before such debts are proved.

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ISLE OF MAN Friends of St Luke’s, Baldwin will hold it’s COMPANIES ACTS ANNUAL GENERAL 1931 – 2004 NOTICE MEETING on Sunday OF APPOINTMENT 30th July 2017 at OF LIQUIDATOR AND 7.45pm at St Luke’s NOTICE TO CREDITORS Church.

LINCOLN GREEN LIMITED NEVILLE JAMES INTERNATIONAL At an Extraordinary LIMITED ISLE OF MAN General Meeting of COMPANIES ACTS 1931 -2004 the said Company held at First Names House, Victoria Road, Douglas, NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN Isle of Man on 12 th pursuant to Section 224 July 2017 the following of the companies Acts Special Resolution was 1931, that a General duly passed :- “THAT the Meeting of the members company be wound up of the above named voluntarily and THAT Company will be held at Mark Jonathan Lewin of The barns, Croit e Caley, Ballacowle Bungalow, Colby, Isle of Man IM9 4BZ Agneash, Lonan, Isle of on the 10 August 2017 Man, IM4 7NP be and at noon for the purpose is hereby appointed of having an account Liquidator for the laid before them and to purpose of such winding receive the Liquidators Advert ID:WIM319808 mm by180 mm up.”28.111 In pursuance of the report showing how Booking Code:WIM319808 above is hereby Customer Notice ID:First Names (Isle of the winding up of the Man) Limited Advert ID:WIM319909 given that the Creditors company has mm been Colour:1 28.111 mm by150 Appearance:18/07/17 of First the above named conducted Booking Code:WIM319909 and its Last Appearance:18/07/17 Customer ID:Roger Harper Company which is being property Colour:1 disposed Appearance:18/07/17 voluntarily wound up are of Firstand of hearing Last Appearance:18/07/17 required, on or before 3 rd any explanation that August 2017 to send their may be given by the names and addresses Liquidator; and also with particulars of of determining by their debts or claims, Extraordinary Resolution to the aforementioned the manner in which Liquidator of the said the books, accounts, Company, and if so papers and documents required by notice in of the Company and of writing by the said the Liquidator thereof Liquidator, either shall be disposed of. personally or by their Any member entitled Solicitors, to come in to attend and vote at and prove their debts the above mentioned or claims at such time meeting may appoint a and place as shall be proxy to attend and vote specified in such notice, instead of him, and such and in default thereof proxy need not also be a they will be excluded member. from the benefit of any distribution made before Roger Harper Liquidator Dated 13 July 2017 such debts are proved.

Advert ID:WIM319871 28.111 mm by19.759 mm Booking Code:WIM319871 Customer ID:Friends Of St Lukes Baldwin Colour:1 First Appearance:18/07/17 Last Appearance:18/07/17

THE COMPANIES ACTS 1931 - 2004 INFOBIP LIMITED (IN MEMBERS’ VOLUNTARY LIQUIDATION) NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to an Extraordinary General Meeting of the Members held on 14 th July 2017 that the following Special and Ordinary Resolutions were duly passed: “That the Company be wound up voluntarily, and that Ian Francis Begley of SMP Corporate Recovery Limited of Clinch’s House, Lord Street, Douglas, Isle of Man be appointed liquidator for the purposes of such winding up.” NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that the creditors of the above Advert ID:WIM319915 28.111 mm by170 mm name company are Booking Code:WIM319915 Customer ID:Smp Partners Limited required on or before 28 Colour:1 th First JulyAppearance:18/07/17 2017 to send their Last Appearance:18/07/17 names and addresses to the undersigned Ian Begley, Liquidator of the said company and if so required by notice in writing by the said Liquidator, to prove their said debts and claims at such time and place as shall be specified in such notice, or in default thereof they shall be excluded from the benefit of any distribution made before such debts are proved.

Dated this 14 th July 2017 Ian Begley Liquidator N.B. This notice is purely formal. A Declaration of Solvency has been filed and all known creditors have been or will be paid in full.

Date: 12 th July 2017 Christopher James Tushingham Chairman of the Meeting

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Horoscopes ARIES (March 21 - April 20) Your heart is very much in your home this week. The thought of spending time brightening it up and bringing it up to date is exciting.

The New Moon at the weekend only serves to throw more light on domestic bliss. Some good news as the week starts is generating some great ideas, but watch the pennies! The weekend is full of playfulness thanks to the energy of Mars and the open-hearted attitude of loved ones.

TAURUS (April 21 - May 21) With Mars making you feel impatient, combined with a home-loving attitude, what will you be doing?

Getting the attic and cupboards sorted out, most likely! The urge to make a fresh start could see you throwing out anything that is no longer needed. Talking of urges, will you at last tell someone how you feel about them? With a fast-moving week, you could get a bit jumbled. Take special care with decisions on money and travel arrangements.

GEMINI (May 22 - June 21) The whole week, right through the weekend, sees you at your communicating best. Have meetings, sort finances, negotiate and turn on that charm! Be aware that, when passions are high at the weekend, words uttered cannot be taken back. You may feel that something needs sorting out, but tread carefully at home. Feeling overwhelmed? Step back into a calmer place and give yourself time to recover.

CANCER (June 22 - July 22) It is a week of fresh starts, but gain all the facts before you go in with all guns blazing. You are determined to get things moving but others may prove pretty sluggish.

Does this person know how to press your buttons to bring on frustration? Resist throwing money around to try and solve an irritating situation. A fresh start does, indeed, need a new perspective. See this through another’s eyes.

LEO (July 23 - August 23) Discussions and meetings are best left to next week, after the New Moon if possible. Feeling not quite yourself? The planets are not trying to confuse you, but could be muddying the waters a bit. Keep thoughts logical and practical and avoid missing details or losing important items.

This feeling is ideal for romance, however. You will see the best in loved ones and have a great weekend showing how much fun can be had.

VIRGO (August 24 - September 23) With the emphasis firmly on plans and plotting, be aware that any hidden intentions could be exposed. Yes, if you are not comfy with something you have done, be ready to face the music. Of course, bringing your charm and sharp wit to bear, you could come up with the ideal solution. Just do it fast! How you deal with it can make a big difference to your

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Quotes of the week

future, so choose words carefully!

LIBRA (September 24 - October 23) This is a week to learn and listen. Give your attention to colleagues and friends and try not to cut corners. Bearing in mind that your midweek will be extra busy, make those important conversations count before then. Taking work into the weekend can, for once, be a good idea. Interesting and even surprising facts come to light during general conversations. What have you been missing and how has that made a difference to your actions?

SCORPIO (October 24 - November 22) Both your intuition and the influences of mercury and Saturn put you in the right position to make wise decisions. This is especially true where money is concerned, so stay sharp. The best opportunities can come suddenly, but that does not mean that you have to make sudden decisions. Love flits around you, but is it the time to try to capture it? To do so needs your full attention, so probably not.

Adrienne Burnett, head teacher at Ballakermeen High School

Prize crossword

AQUARIUS (January 21 - February 19) Long-distance, last-minute travel could involve a relative.

Get out those walking boots as adventure beckons. Some responsibilities can be made easier by taking an optimistic attitude, for sure! Remember that talk is cheap, but actions can really get things moving. Time to relax?

Maybe next week is better.

PISCES (February 20 - March 20) Someone who needs to let off steam may be upsetting.

Don’t take it personally. Taking a practical attitude sees you sail through any lumps and bumps this week. Being a bit thickskinned can sometimes be an advantage! You don’t need to splash the cash to have fun with your lover at the weekend. Indeed, going for outdoor and simple activities can really get the romantic juices flowing.

No. 11,059 Across

SAGITTARIUS (November 23 - December 21) Wanting to be spontaneous this week leads you down fresh paths and experiences. Not interested in hearing advice from a friend? You could feel differently next week. Still, this is a time for romance and bringing together those close. Settling plans for the future seems not to be on the agenda. Your intuition is a bit off-kilter, so think carefully before making any propositions.

CAPRICORN (December 22 - January 20) Sparks create spats this week with both Mars and Uranus on your tail. Fun is no stranger to you, but now the chance of excitement is boosted. After some surprises and loving moments at the weekend, you wonder if your heart will ever be the same again.

The question is, do you want it to be? Memories are being made here, so get out the camera and be creative.

‘The nature and scale of financial crime investigation facing the constabulary are without precedent.’

Chief Constable Gary Roberts in his latest annual report.

‘The child had the courage to tell someone what had happened, but also the courage to later tell the police.’

Detective sergeant Nick Haxby praises the 10-year-old boy who was a victim of rapist Aiden McMahon.

‘One of the strengths of the school is the relationship we have with our students, and when it comes to discipline issues we treat every student as an individual and fairly. The vast majority of our students who are well-behaved will not notice anything different.’

Ballakermeen head teacher Adrienne Burnett talks about a new discipline policy at the school after one student complained to Isle of Man Newspapers.

‘I don’t know what you were drinking that night but you need to not drink it if that’s the effect it has on you.

Deputy High Bailiff Jayne Hughes warns a man who snorted his own urine while he vandalised a police cell.

CRYPTIC CLUES

1. One doesn’t know when one’s in it (4) 3. Standing to steer pig around (8) 9. Luxury wanted by many in favour of getting into bed (7) 10. Go into part of forbidden territory (5) 11. Fight with ruler over publicity for part of engine (8-4) 13. Gold that is put on book to face east (6) 15. Food, we say, when exposure occurs (6) 17. Abolition of cello - a tin can substituted! (12) 20. I care about Heather (5) 21. Letter for new era of adolescent (7) 22. Kick around decayed tree that is edible (8) 23. Positive energy put first for seers (4)

Solutions to puzzle 11,058 CRYPTIC SOLUTIONS Across: 7 Ounce; 8 Seamark; 9 Ravioli; 10 Brian; 12 Protection; 15 Incomplete; 18 Train; 19 Violate; 21 Ancient; 22 Taint.

Down: 1 Journalist; 2 Knave; 3 Peso; 4 Assist; 5 Tabby cat; 6 Pacific; 11 Nineteenth; 13 Reminder; 14 Scratch; 16 Levity; 17 David; 20 Otto.

QUICK SOLUTIONS Across: 7 Early; 8 Hundred; 9 Anxious; 10 Outre; 12 Discomfort; 15 Benevolent; 18 Expel; 19 Conform; 21 Correct; 22 Again.

Down: 1 Remarkable; 2 Proxy; 3 Tyro; 4 Physic; 5 Uncommon; 6 Oration; 11 Enticement; 13 Involved; 14 Inspire; 16 Locate; 17 Local; 20 Near.

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1. Judgement is coined anew (8) 2. Strum banjo outside the dance (5) 4. Classifying member of crew (6) 5. One removing coat, she threw spear here (5-7) 6. To trespass in Tynemouth is ill-mannered (7) 7. Merit excitement as rowdy noise starts (4) 8. Unsteady piece of furniture (7-5) 12. Winds given new red names (8) 14. Fancy seeing one U.S. soldier wearing horse-hair (7) 16. Find a spot to get drunk (6) 18. Vital young people around the land (5) 19. King, queen and baron found, by the way (4)

Last week’s winner: Carol Leece from Onchan QUICK CLUES 1. Valley (4) 3. Damned (8) 9. Prosperity (7) 10. Awaken (5) 11. Over-expenditure (12) 13. Darken (6) 15. Eye part (6) 17. Structure (12) 20. Dust-coloured (5) 21. Chivalrous (7) 22. Separated (8) 23. Challenge (4)

1. Scatter (8) 2. Legal (5) 4. Offhand (6) 5. Excessive (12) 6. Trace (7) 7. Regimen (4) 8. Power-crazed person (12) 12. Prop (8) 14. Alongside (7) 16. Unmarried (6) 18. Angry (5) 19. Slide (4)

PRIZE CROSSWORD There’s a prize of £15 for the sender of the first correct solution to the cryptic clues crossword opened after the closing date. Send your entry, with the form on the right, to Cowley Groves Crossword No 11,059 Isle of Man Examiner, Peel Road, Douglas, IM1 5PZ. Entries must be received by Midday on Friday.

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Southern 100

CHAMPS TEE OFF

Reeves sees red with Birchall in sidecar smash

Alex McAuley topped the qualifying rounds of the men’s Isle of Man Golf Championships which are being run concurrently alongside the women’s champs at Ramsey Golf Club. The knockout stages begin tonight (Tuesday) and continue throughout the week before culminating with finals day at the northern venue on Saturday

Photo: Gary Weightman

PHOTO: DARREN PURVES

Mark Wilkes is flung out of the outfit as it flips over, but driver Tim Reeves is still trapped beneath it. Thankfully, neither man was seriously hurt in the incident. Footage of the crash will be included in Greenlight TV’s coverage of the Southern 100 on ITV4 this Thursday evening at 8 o’clock

by Geoff Skillicorn and Dee Lewis www.isleofmangolf.im

The qualifying rounds of the 2017 men’s and women’s Isle of Man Golf Championships were hosted by Ramsey Golf Club over the weekend with fields of 110 competitors.

Sponsored by Grant Thornton, the championships see the increasing number of top quality local players and club members tackle the pressure of Isle of Man Golf ’s premier event.

MEN’S CHAMPS ROUND ONE Medal play can cause players to tighten muscles, swing quicker and think less clearly than they would normally.

But combine medal play with an ever-increasing wind swirling around the bowl that is Ramsey GC and you have a

recipe for a very exciting first qualifying day.

The golf course was very fair, with accessible pins plus smooth and good-paced greens. All thanks go to Ollie and his greenkeeping team who have worked so hard to present the course in such good shape.

Ramsey men’s captain Stan Ryzak was resplendent on the 1st tee announcing each player and ensuring all knew the local rules - big thanks to him and all the volunteers from the club who helped out.

All this work is much appreciated by the players, Isle of Man Golf and the many supporters on the day as these events can only be successful if sufficient help is available.

When the first of the 88 competitors in the men’s championship teed off at 7am, there was a little wind

into the players’ faces on the 515-yard par-five, but as the day wore on this soon became very strong and, in golfing terms, could have been described as a two or perhaps a three-club wind.

Of the early starters, Stephen Skillicorn posted a twoover-par 72 closely followed by 73s from Peter Glover and Andrew Challenor.

Those scores in the mid70s may not have been exactly what the players themselves would have wished for but, as the day went on, it proved very good and even those with 78, 79 and 80 had a chance of qualifying for the last 16 and match play stages.

Many tales of woe were heard about three-putting, going ‘Oscar Bravo’ and issues with yardages, but spare a thought for Stuart Wallace whose elbow popped out on the course. He was referred directly to Noble’s Hospital

and social media has seen the sorry sight of Stuart’s arm in a sling. We all hope recovery will be swift.

Having just returned from a successful visit to Seaton Carew in the Northern Counties Seniors Championship where he finished 15th out of 135 senior golfers, Keith Ward also suffered with shoulder problems and lamented his 85.

There were a few high scores recorded and eight was a popular score for the first hole, but many of the players recovered to record good results.

Karl Logan was going well until a 10 on the 14th but, with a birdie two on the tricky 18th, he signed for a 79 and was still in the mix.

As the afternoon got into full swing it looked like 72 would be the best score of CONTINUED ON PAGE 31

The gloves are once again off between Tim Reeves and Ben Birchall after a major ‘shunt’ in the Southern 100 sidecar championship on Thursday, writes John Watterson.

The most successful two sidecar drivers in the world of their generation, they have never been bosom pals but now it looks as though the ‘false’ friendship of recent times is likely to have ended.

The spectacular crash on the final lap of the Manx Gassponsored feature race came as they scrapped for the inside line at Cross Four Ways late in the race.

The contest had already been delayed five minutes and reduced in length by one lap after a few spits of rain during the warm-up lap.

Once it did get underway, Reeves and passenger Mark Wilkes immediately sprinted to the front of the field, chased

by Ben and Tom Birchall.

John Holden and local passenger Lee Cain were never a serious threat to the big two, but looked nailed-on for the final podium place.

Reeves/Wilkes and the

Birchall brothers were noseto-tail throughout, and it always looked as though it would be settled by a last-lap lunge or manouevre on one of the tight right-handers in the closing stages.

With the lap record continually blitzed by both of the lead pairings, the lead was a mere 0.2 in Reeves and Wilkes’s favour entering the final circuit.

Ben Birchall had showed his LCR Honda’s nose to Reeves’s Klaffi machine at Cross Four Ways on lap five, and again went for the inside line. As he again came alongside Reeves on the inside, the ‘chair’ cowling made contact with the rear-wheel of the No.77 plated outfit, momentarily lifting the rear-wheel.

That caused Reeves to lose control of his similar LCR Honda and in a split-second the outfit slewed sideways and effectively flipped onto its back.

Reeves was trapped in the tight-fitting cocoon of the outfit, while Wilkes was catapulted from the platform as he lost CONTINUED ON PAGE 37

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