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18 THE recent takeover announcement of Vauxhall by French carmaker Peugeot has made the headlines, with fears that jobs could be lost here. Local MP Justin Madders gives his view on the deal in this monthâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s edition.

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Computer science is no problem for Raka A schoolgirl from Great Sutton has beaten competition from more than 50,000 students to come second in a national computer science competition. Talented Year 7 pupil at The Queen’s School, Raka Chattopadhyay visited the Department of Computer Science at Oxford University to take part in the second round of the UK-wide BEBRAS Computational Thinking Challenge. And the 12-year-old won second place in the Junior Level final. The competition is designed to get students excited about computing and computational thinking. It is a problem-solving contest with questions inspired by topics in computer science. Raka was one of only 53 top-achieving students from across the UK from Years 6-7 who took part in the final challenge before attending lunch and a prize-giving ceremony at Hertford College, Oxford. Raka is also one of 13 pupils from Queen’s who are through to the TCS Oxford Computing Challenge thanks to their performance in the earlier round of the BEBRAS Challenge. Head of Computer Science at The Queen’s School Mr Damian McKeown said: “Competitions such as this test exceptional thinking skills. The questions demand mathematical and computational thinking skills but pupils also need to demonstrate excellent problem solving abilities. “Raka excelled in all areas of the competition. She clearly is a real talent and our warmest congratulations go to her for this superb achievement.” l Pictured: Raka Chattopadhyay being presented with her prize from Professor Peter Millican, an Oxford University Fellow.

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LETTER FROM WESTMINSTER by Ellesmere Port and Neston MP Justin Madders Justin Madders, the Labour MP for Ellesmere Port and Neston, and Shadow Health Minister, gives his viewon the takeover of Vauxhall by the Peugeot Group.

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We now know that the Peugeot Group has agreed to buy the European section of General Motors which includes Vauxhall motors. Vauxhall employs about 35,000 people in the UK, including 4,500 working at its manufacturing plants in Ellesmere Port and Luton, and at its warehouse and head office in Luton. There are just over 2000 people employed directly at the plant in Ellesmere Port plus many more employed in the area in associated businesses. Whilst there has been a lot of media speculation about the future of the plant and the risk to jobs as a result of this merger which will no doubt have worried people greatly, we should remember that none of this speculation has been based upon any comments made from the new owners at Peugeot who have in fact confirmed that existing production runs will be guaranteed. This means jobs are protected until around 2021 when the current Astra model is expected to be replaced. This in reality is little different to the position we would have been in had GM remained as owners but we should not underestimate the challenge we face in securing production of the next model. On the plus side, there is no doubt that we have some of the most efficient plants in Europe so we are starting from a positive position and we should also not underplay the positive impact on sales that having a U.K. manufacturing base brings. One of the biggest selling points to UK consumers is that Vauxhall is a British brand that supports British jobs. Of course this is a worrying time for everyone affected but it is not a new experience- there have been threats to the plant in the past but they have always been seen off by the Unions, workforce, management and Government working together to ensure the plant remains competitive with the result that we are lucky to have highly-skilled staff here who are amongst the most efficient anywhere in Europe. It is also important to remember that General Motors sell many cars in this country that are built elsewhere in Europe so it remains a hugely important part of their market and it is a big selling point to those customers that they manufacture in this country so whilst there is some uncertainty about our future trading relationships as a result of Brexit, it is in nobodyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s interests to get a final deal that puts barriers in the way of the free trading of vehicles and their components. I have had numerous conversations with the Business Secretary Greg Clark and he has always sounded positive about the plantâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s track record and prospects and I have of course taken the opportunity to stress to him at every opportunity the need for Government support if it is required. It is unlikely there will be any significant decisions made in the near future so this does gives us an opportunity to obtain commitments from the Government that when the new model is up for consideration that they will do whatever it takes to protect British jobs and secure the next generation of vehicles at the plant. There are a number of things they can do to enhance the competitiveness of the Ellesmere Port plant and I anticipate discussions over the coming weeks and months will focus on what they will be able to do in that regard

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SCOUTS 1st Great Sutton Scout Group Group HQ, Old Chester Road, Great Sutton CH66 3NZ. Scouting is a fully inclusive organisation and we welcome both boys and girls of all abilities. Beaver Scouts Meet on Monday and Wednesday 5.15 to 6.15 pm (for 6 to 8 years of age) Cub Scouts Meet on Monday and Wednesday 6.30 to 8.00 pm (for 8 to 10.5 years of age) Scouts Meet on Friday evenings 7.30-9pm (for 10-14 years) If you would like your son or daughter to be involved in scouting please contact Dave Burrows - Group Scout Leader on 208 8936 or email burrows.d@sky.com

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HEALTH & BEAUTY Summer starts in spring! By Angela Bartlett, owner Sensoria Beauty, Grooming & Wellbeing

Angela Bartlett’s Top Tips for getting Summer- ready Every summer clients rush into the salon for treatments to get them ready for their summer holidays. However, if you plan ahead in Spring you can get much better value for your money and more effective results. April is the month to get started on most Summer treatments: • Hair removal: if you want a long-lasting, more permanent hair removal solution then book your IPL sessions now as they need to be scheduled one month apart. IPL is ideal for removal of strong bikini line, leg and underarm hair to give you summer freedom from shaving or waxing. However, if you want to opt for waxing this is the month to get started on that too. Getting several waxes in before your holiday will give you a much better finish for your final ‘holiday wax’. • Feet: sandal-ready feet take time to achieve; booking a pedicure a couple of days before your holiday may not be enough. Hard skin, cracked heels and other foot imperfections take time to address with regular treatment and home care help. Come in and let us take a look at your feet to assess what may be needed before you break out your sandals! • Tans: As with feet, preparation is key. Tans look better on soft, smooth skin so regular body exfoliation & hydrating treatments will give you a much better finish to your tan. Always have a patch test at least 48 hours in advance for tanning products to ensure that you are not allergic to the products and to ensure you will be achieving the shade that you want. • Figure improvement: We’ve all been there! You take out your summer clothes only to find that they no longer fit! Or that the tone of your skin on your legs doesn’t look the same as it did twenty years ago. BioSlimming treatment is fantastic for figure improvement. Sensoria was voted best BioSlimming Salon of the Year for the results achieved, but it is not a miracle cure in one treatment. BioSlimming sessions need to be scheduled one week apart for at least six weeks, so depending on when your holiday is, you may need to start now. For an easy to follow guide on how and when to book your sessions download the Summer Ready Beauty Plan on the blog section at www.sensoriabeauty.co.uk

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HEALTH AND FITNESS BLOG

Is drink making you fat? Did you know that drinking five pints of lager every week can add up to 44,200 kcals per year, many people accompany their drinks with snacks and nibbles adding to extra calories, don’t forget the late night kebab and maybe a fry up for good measure in the morning and it’s no wonder people feel bloated, fat and concerned about their weight. As some people stay away from the pints and opt for wine as a ‘healthier option!’ little do you know that two large glasses of wine can not only put you over the limit but also adds another 370kcals approximately to your daily allowance. Drinking every night can become the norm for some people, the tea is on and the first thing they do is reach for a glass of wine. Doing this will not only add the above calories equating to an extra 2590 kcals per week, it will leave you feeling dehydrated, lethargic and craving unhealthy snacks. As well as the extra calories you consume from drinking, it also affects your health. The warnings are constantly being stated, but if you haven’t heard the disadvantages of drinking to your health... l Mouth, neck and throat cancers can be up to 3-5 times more likely l High risk drinkers consuming 8 units a day can be 3-10 times more likely to develop liver cirrhosis. l High blood pressure Women can be higher risk of breast cancer The list goes on, so what can you do to break this cycle, improve your health and get trimmer. l Set yourself a target of cutting down, ie I’ll only have a drink on weekends l Tell family and friends you are cutting down and ask for their support l Get active, attending classes of an evening breaks the cycle of eating and drinking and chances are you won’t feel like a drink after you have worked hard at your local fitness class. l Stay hydrated between drinks, alternate between an alcoholic drink and a soft drink, lime and soda has no calories and is perfect to quench your thirst. l Set a budget, allow yourself a smaller amount to spend on drink this way once it’s gone, its gone!

The short term benefits of cutting back on drink, will happen almost straight away, feeling less tired, having more energy, skin will look better, you will stop gaining weight, fitness will improve. The long term benefits of cutting back on drink you can expect to feel in better moods, have better sleep, boosted immune system, healthier body and mind and overall although some damage can’t be undone from excessive drinking, stopping can prevent it from getting worse. So what are you waiting for? Opt for something different to do tonight and see how breaking the habit can make you feel better! l a can of standard lager, beer or bitter – 1.8 units l a pint of standard lager, beer or bitter – 2.3 units l a small glass of wine (125ml) – 1.5 units l a large glass of wine (250ml) – 3 units l a measure of spirits (25ml) – 1 unit

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Unit 20 - Providing a bigger, better customer experience for the performance car owner As probably one of the UK’s leading independent VAG Group specialists, Unit 20 has become the last word in first class performance car know-how. Recommendations have come so highly regarded in fact, that some of its customers travel hundreds of miles just for a service. The attention to detail and superior understanding of high performance vehicles are the key to Unit 20’s success according to Martin Adams, owner of Unit 20. “People want quality,” he says, “which isn’t necessarily a main dealer philosophy. We’ve worked on these machines for over a decade – servicing, repairing and tuning high performance vehicles, including Audi RS, R8 and S models, Bentley GT Continentals and Lamborghini models. The simple truth is, we’ve become known for our quality of workmanship and outstanding value for money.” And it shows. Unit 20’s success is very apparent of recent weeks, as Martin and his expert team of technicians turned their hands to something quite different. The mammoth task of moving all the gear from their small busy unit on the Clayhill Industrial Estate in Neston on the Wirral Peninsula, to Fiveways House just a stone’s throw away – increasing Unit 20’s space

from 1,100sq ft to a gargantuan 5,100sq ft. Martin tells us: “Bigger premises were never in the business plan, but as time’s gone on, staying small has become less of an option. Our customer portfolio has grown exponentially and now we owe it to our customers to be able to provide the kind of service they’ve become accustomed to – with a few nice surprises.” The bigger, brand new premises boasts state-of-the-art facilities to ensure only the best equipment is used to service, repair and tune customers’ cars. And for customers, they’ll be welcomed by a new reception area and refreshments lounge. Martin concluded: “We’re all very excited by the move, the new tech, a brighter, bigger space and the start of something bigger. But we’re equally excited to show it all off to our valued customers – old and new – whilst providing them with the continued quality they deserve, in an environment to match.” l To find out more about how Unit 20 can help you, simply call 0151 336 6888. Or pop in for a coffee at:Fiveways House, Liverpool Road, Clayhill Industrial Estate, Neston, Wirral CH64 3RU.

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Useful numbers and info Clubs and Societies Action Transport Theatre, Whitby Hall, Stanney Lane, Ellesmere Port. Tel 357 2120 Cats Protection: South Wirral Branch. Tel 355 9813. www.southwirralcats.org Cheshire Regiment Association. Ellesmere Port Branch. Tel 339 8734 Chester Accordion Club. Meets at Groves Club, Whitby. 2nd Tuesday 1.30pm, last Tuesday 7.30pm. Ellesmere Port 41 Club We meet 3rd Tuesday of each month at Brookmeadow hotel. Any ex Tablers or old friends are welcome. Contact: Chairman on 0151 339 1851 or 07887 593963. Ellesmere Port Flower Club. Meeting at Our Lady’s RC Church, Enfield Road, third Wed of the month, 7.30pm. Call 355 6454. Ellesmere Port Running Club. Meets at Whitby Sports & Social Club every Tuesday and Thursday night at 7pm. www.ellesmereportrunningclub.org Fibromyalgia Support Group. Tel Ruth Spicer on 348 1098 Ellesmere Port Musical Theatre Company Tel 0151 339 4390 Footloose Musicals (Junior section of EP Musical Theatre). Tel 356 2079 Great Sutton Male Voice Choir. Tel 355 5363 Great Sutton Townswomen’s Guild. Tel 355 4263 Guide Association (Ellesmere Port division) Email tinaives@hotmail.com Little Sutton Community Centre. Tel 356 6761 Mersey Morris Men Monday practice, in Thornton Hough Village Hall, 8pm. Tel 347 1685. Multiple Sclerosis Society Branch meets every third Wednesday in the month Contact Pauline on 07804506848 Royal British Legion Women’s Section: Little Sutton and District Branch. Tel 200 2939 Ellesmere Port Sea Cadets We are open to young people aged 10 to 18 and are based at TS Forward, Appleton Drive, Whitby, CH65 7EP. The unit is open every Monday, Wednesday and Thursday from 1900 to 2130 and Tuesdays 1830 to 2030. Please drop by or ring 0151 355 1779 for further information. Soroptimist International. Tel 339 3352 South Wirral Art Society We meet on the 2nd & 4th Tuesday evening, 7-9pm, at Hooton Golf Club – just off the A41. New members welcome. Call Min Kennedy on 327 2260.. www.swas.btck.co.uk South Wirral Rambling Club Tel 07722 752494

South Wirral Stroke Club: Contact Secretary: Honor Ledder 348 0052 Sutton Wood Singers 0151 334 7013 Trefoil Guild. Tel 355 7669 University of the Third Age (u3a) Meets on the first Thursday of the month at 2pm at Groves Social Club. Tel. Teddy on 0151 339 5595. West Cheshire Athletic Club Meets at Stanney Oaks Athletics Track, Stanney Lane, Ellesmere Port, every Tuesday and Thursday (6.30-8pm), and on Saturday (10am-12 noon). www. westcheshireac.co.uk The club caters for anyone aged 8 years old through to pensioners and provides training and competition for track & field, indoor athletics, road and cross country running, as well as opportunities to become a qualified coach or official.

Schools

Ellesmere Port Catholic High School, Capenhurst Lane, Whitby. Tel 355 2373 University CE Academy, 164 Whitby Road, Ellesmere Port. Tel 0151 350 6000 The Whitby High School, Sycamore Drive, Whitby. Tel 355 8445/6 Little Sutton Childer Thornton Primary School, New School Lane, Childer Thornton. Tel 338 2170 Little Sutton CE Primary School, Berwick Road, Little Sutton. Tel 0151 338 2244 Parklands Community Primary School Parklands, Little Sutton Tel 338 2220 Rossmore School, Red Lion Lane, Little Sutton. Tel 338 2425 St Mary of the Angels Catholic Primary Rossall Grove, Little Sutton Tel: 338 2430 Sutton Green Primary, Armthorpe Drive, Little Sutton. Tel 338 2121 Great Sutton Capenhurst CE Primary School, Capenhurst Lane, Capenhurst. Tel 339 2685 Meadow Primary School, Dolphin Crescent, Great Sutton. Tel 338 2450 St Saviour’s RC Primary School, Seacombe Drive, Great Sutton. Tel 338 2440 Hinderton School, For children with Autistic Spectrum Conditions (ASC) and/or Speech, Language & Communication Difficulties. Capenhurst Lane, Whitby. Tel 338 2200

Useful numbers and info ALCOHOL PROBLEMS Local Helpline; 01244 364095 Alcoholics Anonymous: 709 2900 AL - Anon Family Group, Helping families of alcoholics. Tel: 0207 403 0888 ANCHOR STAYING PUT 0151 355 1313 AGE CONCERN 336 8388 ALZHEIMER’S SOCIETY 01244 851351 BUS SERVICES Bus & Rail Services Travel Line 0871 200 2233 open 8am - 8pm 7 days a week CITIZENS’ ADVICE Cheshire West Citizens Advice, Ellesmere Port Office, 1, Whitby Road, Ellesmere Port, CH65 8AA Opening times Monday-Friday 9am-4pm Tel no: 0344 5766111 DOCTORS Great Sutton Medical Centre, Old Chester Road, Phone:- 0151 339 3126 Hope Farm Medical Centre, Hope Farm Road, Great Sutton. Tel 357 3777 Whitby Group Practice, The Surgery, 114 Chester Road, Whitby. Tel 355 6144 Old Hall Surgery 26 Stanney Lane, Ellesmere Port. Tel 355 1191 DRUG ABUSE Parents against Drug Abuse. Helpline 356 1996. All calls in confidence FIRE Emergencies, call 999. Non- essential calls, Ellesmere Port Fire Station, Wellington Road, Ellesmere Port Tel 355 3333 GP OUT OF HOURS CENTRE, Western Cheshire Out of Hours Service...Clinics held at Ellesmere Port Hospital 01244 343300 HOMEWATCH Borough Homewatch Manager Ellesmere Port Police Station tel 355 4066 (Ext: 3063). 0r 01244 613063 HOSPITAL Emergencies call 999 Countess of Chester Hospital. Tel 01244 365000 POLICE Emergencies call 999 Ellesmere Port Police Station, Whitby Road, Ellesmere Port Tel 355 4066 or 101

SAMARITANS LinkLine:- 0345 90 90 90 South Wirral and Chester Area Phone:- 01244 377999 ST JOHN AMBULANCE Tel 339 7203 (answerphone) Leave message and we will return call.

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Cheshire West and Chester Council. Call the switchboard on 0300 123 8 123. Online at www.cheshirewestandchester.gov.uk COUNCILLORS Ledsham and Manor Gareth Anderson (Con) Phone: 01513394390 Email: gareth.anderson@ cheshirewestandchester.gov.uk Peter Rooney (Lab) 181 Princes Road, Ellesmere Port Peter.Rooney@cheshirewestandchester.gov.uk St Paul’s Angela Claydon (Lab), 15 Little Green , Great Sutton Phone 339 8389 E: angela.claydon@ cheshirewestandchester.gov.uk Robert Bisset (Lab) 12 Laurel Drive, Willaston CH64 1TW Robert.Bisset@cheshirewestandchester.gov.uk Sutton Nicole Meardon (Lab) 65 Berwick Road, Little Sutton Phone: 0151 512 2274 Mobile: 07970 836290 Email: nicole.meardon@ cheshirewestandchester.gov.uk Paul Donovan (Lab) 44 Seacombe Drive, Great Sutton CH66 2BD Phone: 339 4167 Email: paul.donovan@ cheshirewestandchester.gov.uk Willaston & Thornton Myles Hogg (Con) Silverdale, Benty Heath Lane, Willaston Phone: 327 4096 Email: myles.hogg@ cheshirewestandchester.gov.uk

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