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Firstly, congratulations are in order. Rob O’Donnell exceeded his expectations with The Sunflower Ball held at Hinckley Island Hotel last month in memory of his sister Tammy Harrison and in aid of Cystic Fibrosis. The evening raised a staggering £15,000.00. Well done to everyone involved! (Check out Rob’s press release at www.aroundme.co.uk/rugby).

and encourage a kinder attitude towards the planet. The scheme is not exclusive to Council employees and is free for anyone to use. So, if you’re an individual interested in sharing the driving on a regular journey, willing to offer a lift or require one, or a business interested in joining the scheme, you can find more information at www.liftshare.com

Celebratory days in July include Prince George’s 1st birthday on 22nd, the birthday of Guru Hargobind on 5th, St Swithin’s Day on 15th, the birthday of Guru Har Krishen on 23rd, Lailat al Qadr on 24th and Edi-ul-Fitr (the end of Ramadan) on 28th. Of course, we also have the FIFA World Cup and Wimbledon reaching their finals. Congratulations to everyone who won a Nike Tiempo Football or England polo or football shirt, by the way. What a shame England couldn’t stay in the competition a little longer. We also have the Rugby Festival of Culture in full swing, the Race for Life taking place at Whitehall Rec on 13th and the ever popular ‘Hamplified’ event at St Andrew’s RFC, Ashlawn Road on Saturday 19th.

Competition time! Our July competition is sponsored by Frankie & Benny’s on Junction One Retail Park. The prize is 2 courses from the Specials menu for 2 people. The winner of our May competition was Glyn Vaughan who won a £30.00 gift card to use at Rugby Tap! Glyn answered correctly that the Rugby Tap sells d) Beers, Wines and Spirits. Finally, we have a comment from Simon Spice who won the Ovenu oven clean in our April edition. Simon says ‘What an excellent job, thank you Ovenu, I have my oven back!’

Other news for the town includes a multimillion pound rail investment which will improve facilities for Virgin travellers within Rugby Station and whilst travelling; plans to locate a Waitrose store on the old Social Club site in Bilton and Warwickshire County Council have launched ‘Liftshare’ a car sharing scheme designed to save employees money

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Friends of St Cross Diamond Jubilee Appeal The Appeal to £60,000 raise £60,000 to commemorate 6060 years of service and will and enablewill us to underwrite The Appeal aims toaims raise to commemorate years of service ensure us ato project to upgrade the Phlebotomy (blood taking) Service the hospital and ensure thathospital we are ableand to ensure that underwrite major a major project to upgrade the Phlebotomy (bloodattaking) Service at the to fund other equipment we are ablecontinue to continue to fund otherdonations. equipment donations. The Phlebotomy the service mostused used bybythethe community in and in around WithRugby. approximately The Phlebotomy ServiceService is theisservice most community andRugby. around 6,000 patients per month the service has been under pressure for been some time with pressure patients often With approximately 6,000 patients per month the service has under forqueuing some time with outside a packed waiting room. patients often queuing outside a packed waiting room. The project will relocate the service to an area with dedicated access and double the capacity.

The project will relocate the service to an area with dedicated access and double the capacity. We invite local people, clubs and societies and businesses to support The Friends by

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Advice on feeding your pet Your pooch may enjoy going out to lunch with you, but this doesn’t mean they have to eat like you. It’s so important to feed the correct diet to your pet, and you need to know exactly what that is so you can make better choices for your pet’s food and nutrition. One myth to address is this: your pet DOES NOT NEED VARIETY. They don’t get bored of their food as we would if we ate the same thing every day. They don’t give a monkeys whether they are devouring a panini with brie and roasted vegetables or baked beans on toast. All they want is their dinner, in the right amounts, at regular times, so they don’t feel hungry. Changing their diet or adding extras in can cause tummy problems, skin issues, vomiting and diarrhoea and weight disasters – or create fussy eaters. I recommend you make your choice and stick to it. If you do need to change their food, the best way to avoid all this (and the subsequent cleaning) is by following these guidelines: 1. Mix a small amount of the new diet in with their current diet, keeping to this ratio for a couple of days. 2. Then increase the amount of the new diet while decreasing the current diet. 3. Continue in this manner until the new diet has completely replaced their old one. Ideally this should be done over a period of approximately a week. 4. If they’re not enjoying their new dinner, try adding small amounts of one, of these tempting dips… for a FEW DAYS ONLY. Gravy A small amount of butter Sardines or pilchards in tomato sauce (cats absolutely adore this) Pieces of chicken, ham, or beef Wet (tinned/pouched) pet food (dogs absolutely adore this) The healthiest way is to add water to dry food or just warm the food. If you love your pet and want to be a cool and responsible owner, check out my book Desperate Housepets, available from my website. It’s a practical guide to keeping a healthy pet, with advice on subjects ranging from health, nutrition, exercise, grooming, illness and first aid. Become the owner your pet wants you to be! Annaliese Morgan DipAVN (Surgical) RVN MBVNA www.annaliesemorgan.com

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need to claim a trademark for the business in the future. • Finance. It’s a lot easier to secure funding, loans or finance if you’re limited company. Your accounting is more public (unlike a sole trader). • Tax advantages. As long as your business is earning above a certain level you’re very likely to save tax. There are lots of tax advantages to having a Limited company.

So what should you be?

Limited company – Cons • A more complicated set up. Unlike a sole trader, the set up of a limited company is complicated, unless you are like us and know exactly what you are doing! It is also more time-consuming throughout the year, with more filing requirements. • More admin. In turn, the admin is more onerous and time-consuming. Running a limited company does give you (or your accountant) more paperwork to fill out and that means throughout the year too. • Public accounting. With a limited company you are required to publish your accounts so that shareholders and other companies can see how much of a risk you might be. • Accountancy costs are more expensive but the money you save in tax more than covers the cost.

Here are a few pros and cons for both:

Should you be a limited company, sole trader or partnership? As a professional accountant I’m often asked which option people in new businesses should choose. Which is best for them and ultimately their business’ future? There’s no wrong or right answer and what works for one business may well be the wrong decision for another. Part of my job is to guide people to the right decision for them and their business and that includes future plans, tax, personal details and more.

Sole trader/partnership – Pros • It’s simple to set up. As a sole trader you can be ready to trade very quickly and can get on with your work. You will just need to register with HMRC and open a business bank account and away you go! • Low admin and admin costs. Apart from a set of accounts and an annual self-assessment, you have very little to do in the way of admin, which will make your accountancy easier and cheaper if you’re hiring an accountant. • Confidentiality. As a sole trader you don’t need to publically announce your accounts like limited companies do. This means that no one knows your financial affairs other than those who you give access to.

Those are just a few of the main pros and cons but as with anything in business a lot depends on your business type and you.

Sole trader/partnership – Cons • Liability. As a sole trader you are personally liable. This means if anything were to go wrong your personal assets and good name could be at risk. • Brand protection. You won’t need to register with Companies House but that does mean you can’t protect your brand name and it could make it difficult with future trademarking too. If in 3 years’ time you decide to go limited you could find your name is no longer available on Companies House. • Finance. Getting business finance could prove more difficult. Creditors prefer your company to be limited when considering giving you credit - it’s all down to calculated risks.

Future proof? One thing to consider is what you’re planning to do with your business in the future. Often it may be simpler to start as a sole trader in the beginning. But if you plan to grow, maybe you should consider becoming Limited from the outset to save the hassle of changing later on. This can avoid confusion to external bodies and customers. Money Also one of the main issues is money (isn’t it always?). Consider the risks involved should the business not work out. A limited company allows you more spending money due to the tax savings. Kudos A limited company does carry a lot more kudos with potential customers. Having LTD after your name looks a little more serious about the business to others. How do you want your business to be seen by other people and businesses? People and banks are more likely to work with you when you’re Limited as you’re more ‘trustworthy’. Branding protection This goes back to your future plans. Should your business be a real success you’ll want to protect it. Brand awareness is often more powerful than bricks, mortar and products put together. If Coca Cola woke up one day and they lost all their products, they would be in a far greater position than if their customers woke up and forgot who they were.

So what about becoming a Limited company?

Protecting your business name should be something you consider if you plan to be a success. With a limited company registered with Companies House you can be safe in the knowledge that no one will be able to trade as you, and you have a good argument for claiming the trademark too.

I hope this helps you if you’re making the decision whether to go Limited or not. Of course, if you need any more help please call Jodie on 01926 800299 for more advice or visit http://www.coxcostello.co.uk/about-us/midlands-office

Limited company – Pros • Liability. As a limited company you have Limited Liability. This means that should your business go under then your personal finances and assets won’t be affected. Your business is a separate entity from you and your money. • Brand protection. As you will register your business with Companies House you will acquire your business name and ensure no one else can trade under it. This is essential if you

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Get to the root cause of health concerns with Five Element Acupuncture Have you ever thought how wonderful it would be to get to the root cause of a niggling ache or pain, or to feel energised throughout the day, sleep like a baby and be in control of your emotional and physical wellbeing? Sounds to good to be true but it is possible to achieve some if not all of these health benefits using Five Element Acupuncture. Five Element Acupuncture is an ancient system of medicine that originated in China over 2000 years ago. The goal of it is to understand the root cause of disharmony in your body and to strengthen it so that you can achieve optimum health naturally. In Chinese philosophy, we are made up of a unique pattern of energy, the Five Elements. These are Water, Wood, Fire, Earth and Metal. When the elements are in balance we experience good health and are able to live a full happy life. Over time one or more of the elements can become weak for reasons such as stress, illness, shock, poor nutrition, medication or emotional states such as anger, fear, worry, grief or sadness. This weakness can be the root cause of many health concerns so understanding which of the Five Elements is out of balance is at the heart of planning treatment specific to your individual needs. Once the weakest links are identified, we can start a process of strengthening your energy, which essentially nudges your body to heal naturally. Energy starts to flow freely in your body, rebalancing the body, mind and emotions as it does so. The beauty of this is not only does it treat specific conditions; it also prevents recurring symptoms thus acting as a preventative medicine. How does acupuncture work? Treatment involves the use of very fine (size of a hair) sterile disposable needles to correct and rebalance the flow of energy. If the thought of needles is off putting I assure you all my clients find the whole treatment experience deeply relaxing and energising. For those who are needle phobic, there are other techniques that can be used to help you. Mita Mistry Five Element Acupuncturist, Newspaper Columnist on Alternative Healthcare www.naturally-balanced.com @MitaMistry

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JUNE

WHAT’S ON!

RUGBY RAMBLERS

A full programme of walks is available in Rugby Library. For further details please contact Fran Debonnaire on 01788 815454, email ask@rugbyramblers.org.uk or visit our website www.rugbyramblers.org.uk. A warm welcome awaits.

Rugby Federation of Small Businesses (FSB)

All businesses welcome. Network and do business over breakfast on 4th Friday of the month (except December) at 7am at Rugby College. Discounts for early booking or 1st time visitors. Contact Paul Miles Rogers (Branch Chair) 01788 523840 or www.rugbybreakfast.wordpress.com

FRIENDLY (Fridays 7.30pm – 9.30pm at Lawrence Sheriff School) seeks new players of BADMINTON CLUB moderate standard (non-beginners). Contact Jan on 01788 565366 Tuesday 1st

RUGBY FESTIVAL OF CULTURE – The Royal School of Needlework Talks at Rugby Art Gallery (Entrance £5.00)

Friday 4th

Free cycle security marking at Rugby Station, Railway Terrace (4.00pm – 7.00pm)

5th – 12th

Rugby Theatre, Henry Street present ‘Up Pompeii’ (7.30pm) No show on 6th. (Tickets £11.00/£12.00). Box Office 01788 541234

Sunday 6th

‘An Afternoon at the Musicals’ at the United Reformed Church, Hillmorton Road (2.30pm) Entry £5.00 adults, £2.50 children. An afternoon of music and magic by local performers. Funds to support the ‘World Challenge Expedition’ to Tanzania for local teenagers during Summer 2015. For more info contact TanzaniaWorldChallenge@ gmail.com Open Studio – Sarais Crawshaw, Wildlife Artist, Appletrees, Willey Nr Rugby CV23 0SH (10.00am – 5.00pm). Original art, prints and cards for sale. Work in progress – demonstrations. Contributions from sales to RNIB. For more info call 01455 533270 or visit www.saraiscrawshawart.com. RUGBY FESTIVAL OF CULTURE – THEATRE IN THE PARK ‘Peter Pan’ at Caldecott Park (Tickets £8.00). For more information/tickets visit Rugby Visitor Centre in person or call 01788 533217’ RUGBY FESTIVAL OF CULTURE – Stringfest Orchestraat Temple Speech Rooms (Entrance from £8.00) Contact Rugby Visitor Centre for more info/tickets

Thursday 10th

RUGBY FESTIVAL OF CULTURE – Stringfest Cabaret Night at Temple Speech Rooms (Entrance from £10.00) Contact Rugby Visitor Centre for more info/tickets.

11th – 12th

Hinckley Music Festival, Greene King Stadium, Leicester Road, Hinckley. (2.00pm – 4.00pm) Day tickets from £12.50

12th – 13th

Open Studio – Sarais Crawshaw, Wildlife Artist, Appletrees, Willey nr Rugby CV23 0SH (10.00am -5.00pm). Original art, prints and cards for ale. Work in progress – demonstrations. Contributions from sales to RNIB. For more info call 01455 533270 or visit www.saraiscrawshawart.com. Crick Scarecrow Festival, Crick (10.00am – 7.00pm) Free entry Free music, outdoor market, food outlets, displays, birds of prey, bus touring the scarecrows. Plenty of refreshments available.

Saturday 12th RUGBY FESTIVAL OF CULTURE – Strawhouse Singers Summer Spectacular, St Andrew’s Church (Entrance £8.00) Contact Rugby Visitor Centre for more info/tickets. Sunday 13th

RUGBY FESTIVAL OF CULTURE – THEATRE IN THE PARK ‘Macbeth’, Caldecott Park (Entrance £8.00). For more info/tickets contact Rugby Visitor Centre.

Saturday 19th

‘Hamplified Festival’ at St Andrews RFC, Ashlawn Road, Rugby. (10.00am – 11.30pm) Charity Rugby 7’s tournament and live music. In aid of The Matt Hampson Foundation. Guns 2 Roses – Guns N Roses tribute band + support at The Vault, Church Street, Rugby (7.00pm – 11.00pm). Tickets £5.00. For more info visit www.vaultrugby.co.uk.

AUGUST Saturday 2nd

Firework Champions a Stanford Hall. Adults £16.00 or £18.00 otd/Children £6.00/£8.00 otd. Camping £10.00 per adult – must be booked in advance. (Gates open at 5.00pm) Bring a picnic or buy on site. For more info/tickets contact Rugby Visitor Centre

2nd – 3rd

‘The Pet Show at Stoneleigh Park CV8 2LZ (10.00am – 5.00pm) Entry £9-16. Live demos, ‘have-a-go’ activities, workshops, meet the animals. Seven zones dedicated to a variety of animals. A must for pet lovers of all ages. Art in the Park at Jephson Gardens, Leamington Spa. (11.00am – 6.00pm) Free entry. Art and craft activities and stalls, live painting, sculpture, performance theatre and music.

Saturday 16th

Battle Proms at Ragley Hall, Alcester. For more info visit www.battleproms.com or contact Rugby Visitor Centre.

23rd – 25th

Tanks, Trucks & Firepower Show, Dunchurch (9.30am – 5.00pm). FREE parking. For more info visit tankstrucksandfirepower.co.uk.

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School Holiday Dates summer Term Term starts – Monday 28th April 2014 Half Term – Monday 26th May to Friday 30th May 2014 Term ends – Friday 18th July 2014 autumn Term Term starts – Monday 1st September 2014 Half Term – Monday 27th October to Friday 31st October 2014 Term ends – Friday 19th December 2014

Rugby Library and Information Centre Little Elborow Street, Rugby, CV21 3BZ Tel: 0300 5558171 rugbylibrary@warwickshire.gov.uk www.warwickshire.gov.uk/libraries Current Opening Hours Monday 09.00 - 17.30 Tuesday 10.00 - 19.00 Wednesday 09.00 - 17.30 Thursday 09.00 - 17.30 Friday 09.00 - 17.30 Saturday 09.00 - 16.00 Sunday 12.00 - 16.00 Library Services by Phone Monday to Friday 08.00 - 20.00 Saturday 09.00 - 16.00 Sunday 12.00 - 16.00

Emergencies Police, Rugby Station: 01788 541111 (number for the Deaf 01926 415 369) Police, Northants: 01327 300300 Fire, Warwickshire: 01788 572727 Fire, Northants: 01327 300222 Water, Severn Trent: 0800 7834444 Water, Anglian: 08457 145145 Gas: Emergencies 0800 111999 Electricity, Warwickshire: 08457 331331 Electricity, East Midlands: 08457 363363 NHS Direct: 0845 4647 Hospital of St.Cross: 01788 572831

Useful numbers

Rugby Borough Council: 01788 533533 Warwickshire County Council: 01926 410410 Northamptonshire County Council: 01604 236236 Rugby Art Gallery & Museum: 01788 533201 Benn Hall: 01788 533719 Rugby Theatre: 01788 541234 Cineworld: 0871 2208000 Rugby Tourist Information: 01788 533217

LATE DUTY CHEMISTS Boots The Chemist

Clock Towers Shopping Centre, Rugby Tel: 01788 572 867

9am – 5.30pm

Boots The Chemist

Junction 1 Retail Park, Leicester Road, Rugby Tel: 01788 567385

9am – 8pm (lunch 2.30 – 3.30) Saturday 9am – 6pm Sunday 10.30 – 4.30pm

Co-op Pharmacy

131a Clifton Road, Rugby Tel: 01788 577889

9am – 6pm (lunch 1pm – 2pm) Saturday 9am – 1pm

Paddox Pharmacy

316 Hillmorton Road, Rugby Tel: 01788 542632

9am – 6pm Saturdays 9am –1pm

Dudley Taylor Pharmacies Ltd

37 The Green, Bilton, Rugby Tel: 01788 814224

9am – 6pm

Lister Chemists

Bow Fell Shopping Centre, Brownsover, Rugby Tel: 01788 569046

9am – 6pm (lunch 1pm – 2pm) Saturday 9am – 1pm

Lloyds Pharmacy

Clifton Road, Rugby Tel: 01788 543268

9am – 6.30pm

Lloyds Pharmacy

Morton Gardens, Lower Hillmorton Road, Rugby Tel: 01788 572362

8.45am – 6.30pm Closed Saturday

Rowlands Pharmacy

58 The Square, Dunchurch Tel: 01788 810745

9am – 6pm (lunch 1pm – 2pm) Saturday 9am – 1pm

Rowlands Pharmacy

156 Oxford Street, Rugby Tel: 01788 576123

9am – 6pm (lunch 1pm – 2pm)

Rowlands Pharmacy

Bennfield Road, Rugby Tel: 01788 543918

9am – 6pm (lunch 1.30pm – 2pm) Saturday 9am – 1pm

Rowlands Pharmacy

Central Surgery, Corporation Street, Rugby Tel: 01788 574236

8.30am – 6.30pm (lunch 1pm – 1.30pm) Saturday 8.30am-5.30pm

Tesco Pharmacy

Tesco Store, Leicester Road, Rugby Tel: 01788 207447

Monday 8am – 10.30pm Tues – Fri 6.30am – 10.30pm Saturday 6.30am – 10pm Sunday 10am – 4pm

Sainsbury’s Pharmacy

385 Dunchurch Road Rugby Tel: 01788 203 119

Mon-Fri, 7am - 11pm Sat, 7am - 10pm Sunday, 10am - 4pm

Knights Pharmacy

30-31 Sheep Street, Rugby Tel: 01788 542808

9am – 6pm Saturday 9am – 5pm

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