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Welcome A very warm welcome to the March 2016 edition of the Southend & Westcliff Local Business Guide. As we head into Spring and hopefully some nicer weather, our article on page 4 gives you some great ideas of places to go for an enjoyable Spring walk. We also have our regular ‘What’s on in Southend & Westcliff’ on pages 22 and 23 where we feature Carter’s Steam Fair at Chalkwell Park, a bed time reading night, a Folk and Ale Festival, Classic Cars on Sea, forest themed events at Belfairs Park and a “Zombie Experience” at Victoria Shopping Centre. In our regular community feature on the Acres Way Kennels, based in Castle Point (pages 10-11), we are pleased that Billy the Jack Russell Terrier, Little Mo the Terrier and Todd the Husky that we featured in our last issue have all been successfully re-homed. This month, we feature 3 new dogs looking for loving homes. In our Community section this month, local Personal Trainer Sarah Weston gives you 10 tips to keep fitter and healthier (page 16) and we feature the latest volunteering opportunities in Southend (page 20). We also give you details of local charity Southend Carers (page 24) and local community group The Art Ministry (page 26). We also have our regular column from our financial expert Martin Lamb from Joseph R Lamb Financial Advisers (centre pages).

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highest standards possible at all times. ‘Our service is simple. If your double glazing has misted up we can replace the glass at a fraction of the cost of a new window, in any type of frame, and with a new 5 year guarantee. But it’s not just about saving people money, although that obviously helps. Whilst a number of tradespeople perhaps don’t focus on customer care as much as they should do, we make sure we turn up when we say we will, do the job the customer requires and leave their house as clean as a whistle. Locally Cloudy2Clear service the Southend, Westcliff on Sea, prittlewell, Southchurch

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Spring Walks In Essex Hopefully the Spring will bring some nicer weather so why not head outside in the fresh air and enjoy one of our Spring Walks. Wat Tyler Country Park in Basildon is a great place for a brisk walk with the opportunity to see lots of wildlife. Visit www.wattylercountrypark.org.uk to download three walking trails that weave their way around the park. There is the Sculpture Trail, Explosives Trail and a World War Two Trail that all provide a fascinating way to get more out your visit. Stop off at the Wat Tyler Centre and the Green Centre to explore the exhibitions. West Canvey Marshes Nature Reserve. This RSPB owned wetland reserve includes nearly two miles of new nature trails, three bird viewing points, a picnic area and childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s adventure area. This is a wonderful place to see a whole host of wildlife and you could continue your walk along the sea wall afterwards. Entry is free and opening times are 10am - 5pm. For more details and a map of the nature reserve visit www.rspb.org.uk and search fo West Canvey Marshes. The Bradwell Cockle Spit Wildside Walk is one of the remotest in Essex. It is a wonderful place for space and peace but also full of interesting wildlife and flora. It is located about 2 miles east of the village of Bradwellon-Sea. For more details and to download a map of the Wildside walk visit microsites.essexcc.gov.uk/ publications/docs/Bradwell_Wildside_Walk.pdf. The walk is 6 miles long and suitable for all. There are 3 pubs on the route as well as 2 village shops. East Hanningfield. This part of south east Essex is truly lovely, with beautiful views across country and rolling hills. There are stunning views and a wonderful wildlife meadow to walk through as well as tranquil lanes and some quiet woodland. For more details and a map of this walk and many others to try in Essex visit www.essexwalks.com

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f you think you can offer a dog a good home, the first thing you need to do is to go down to the kennels, select a suitable dog you like, take it for a walk and see how you get on. Some people and dogs just don’t get along, so before reserving a dog, the Acres Way staff would need to see if you suit each other. If you have children, or another dog, they recommend that you bring them with you, to make sure that everyone will get on. Once you have visited the dogs, and hopefully found one that matches your lifestyle and expectations, a member of staff will arrange a convenient time for a home check. These are usually carried out within 2

or 3 days of your visit and take about half an hour. Once the home check is complete, you’ll be able to collect your dog. You will need to bring with you some identification showing your current address, and the £130 adoption fee. Their staff will be on hand if you have any questions, and will be able to guide you through the adoption process. All the staff and dogs at Acres Way look forward to seeing you Re-Homing Update We are pleased that Billy the Jack Russell Terrier, Little Mo the Terrier and Todd the Husky that we featured in our last issue have all been successfully re-homed.

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his years’ Budget genuinely appears to underpin the Governments rhetoric on ‘saving’. The much talked about reduction in tax reliefs on pension contributions did not materialize, in fact it was positively rebuked before the budget by Mr Osborne. Instead he has introduced higher income tax allowances enabling more people to save by increasing net income, raising the ISA limit next year and extending the Help to Buy ISA ideas with another new acronym, a ‘LISA’. The Government have also recognised that Financial Services regulation, the rules under which firms such as ours operate, are too restrictive and have driven up the cost of advice. They are consulting on some regulatory changes and to allow advice fees to be paid out of your pension fund. They recognize that the Money Advice Service and the Pensions Advisory Service have been inadequate in providing advice to those who can’t afford it and need to make Financial Advice more available again. Needless to say, within the industry, we were not surprised to hear this, although it is pleasing that they now recognize our role and that a weeks’ training on pensions is no substitute for our years of experience and qualifications! The Nation has a long term savings problem and this budget can only help that. In particular it reinforces Help to Buy ISAs, whereby the Government will add 25% of your contributions each year as long as the plan is used to buy a genuine first main residence or to secure a retirement income. They are not available to all and do have some restrictions and caveats, but this is a genuine commitment to encourage people to save. This will be helped by the annual ISA allowance, including the “LISA” element) to £20,000 per annum from 2017. The Chancellor does seem to have an eye on making Buy to Let investment less attractive. As well as the Stamp Duty increases and restrictions on claiming relief on interest payments announced last year, he has now made them relatively less attractive by lowering the Capital Gains Tax on stocks and shares investments, but NOT for Buy to Let. This makes the relative return from residential property investment much less attractive than from other sources and is a genuine tightening of policy to make Buy to Let less attractive in attempt to slow house price inflation. This combined with the saving inducements detailed above may mean that more genuine home

owners are able to buy, rather than just investors, if prices do actually begin to slow. An interesting point of detail concerns investing in Commercial Property. The rates of Stamp Duty did not benefit from the tiered system introduced a couple of years ago, so by applying a tiered system most smaller purchases will benefit from much lower stamp duty. This will be of particular interest to those buying through their pension funds, and may encourage more investment in this sector, again relative to house building. The Budget reconfirmed and extended some of last years’ pension freedoms, especially around some conflicting treatment of death benefits and ill health early retirement benefits. This only reinforces our view that pensions are still the most efficient medium for long term investment for Higher Rate tax payers. Whilst Mr Osborne did not reduce tax relief this year for higher earners, it may simply be because pension providers and payroll departments do not have the technology to limit the reliefs without sometime implementing system and software changes. The Treasury would have wanted any reduction in tax relief to be implemented immediately to prevent surge of large pension contributions, so by letting it go for now they may be able to give providers and pay roll time to make the necessary adjustments for future reductions? Watch this space! If this is the case then it will be prudent to maximise any pensions for higher rate relief in the short term, as there is still the political will behind the scenes to reduce higher rate tax relief. A point of warning, there are two important changes to pensions rules this April. Firstly, The Lifetime Allowance (LTA) for pensions reduces to £1 million from £1.25 million on 6th April and those affected should consider applying for one of the two types of “protection” available. Secondly, those earning over £150,000 will see a reduction in the amount they can contribute to a pension each year. Martin Lamb, Dip.PFS Certs CII (MP & ER) This information does not constitute an offer or advice and the service described may not be suitable for everyone. Alternative services may be offered if more suitable. Investments can go down as well as up and you could get back less than you paid in. Past Performance is not a guide to future returns. The “from launch” performance figures are from 29th October 2004 to 16th December 2015, and assume a £100,000 investment subject to our initial and ongoing charges for this level of investment. The performance figure for the last year is taken from 16th December 2014 to 16th December 2015. Assuming investment in our unit trust/OEIC portfolios, the returns from our ISAs and pension portfolios are higher.

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10 Tips to make you fitter and healthier! I’m Sarah and I’m a Personal Trainer at Club One Hundred in Leigh on Sea. I spent years struggling with my weight, trying various diets and gym routines that didn’t work and left me bored and unmotivated. It wasn’t until I hired a personal trainer that I received the advice and guidance I needed around nutrition, exercise and my general wellness, and that’s when the changes really started to happen for me. As a trainer myself now, I am often asked for tips for losing weight and getting fitter. There are many things that I suggest to people, but here are some of my favourite tips for weight loss and wellbeing;  Keep a food diary for a week and record EVERYTHING you eat and drink and how you feel at the beginning and end of each day, this gives you a good starting point to look at any changes that you could make.  Switch your tea or coffee for green tea which is great for burning body fat. As an added bonus you’ll still get your caffeine kick but with more antioxidants which are great for your body!  Drink plenty of water and put a slice of fresh lime in your glass, this will give the water some flavour and help to make your body more alkaline which in turn will help you burn body fat.  Eat a good high protein breakfast, for example scrambled eggs with salmon and spinach, this will get your metabolism fired up for the day and will keep you fuller for longer.  Switch processed carbs like bread and pasta for low GI carbs like sweet potato, butternut squash and parsnips.  Include a green vegetable at each main meal, such as broccoli, kale, spinach, cucumber, watercress, rocket, green peppers, courgette. These are full of essential vitamins, minerals and fibre!  Move more in your day to day life, for example take the stairs at work, walk the dog for five minutes longer, clean the car yourself, do anything that gets you moving more.  Find a form of exercise that you enjoy! Why not take a dance or martial arts class, or try a sport you have always liked the look of, because when you enjoy exercise you are more likely to do it.  Take a good quality liquid fish oil supplement, this will reduce inflammation in the body as well as aid weight loss.  Make sure you are getting enough sleep, lack of sleep can leave you feeling irritable, unable to concentrate and also contributes to increased levels of the stress hormone cortisol in the body, which contributes to fat storage around the stomach area. If you apply these tips I guarantee you will improve your health and fitness. If you are interested in finding out how working with me can help you achieve even more e-mail me with the code: BIZGUIDE2016 at sarah.weston@clubonehundred.com, or give me a call on 07901 922002 Like me on Facebook: Sarah Weston Personal Training 16

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Southend Association of Voluntary Services Latest Volunteering Opportunities

f you are looking to do some volutary work in the local area this year, the Southend Association of Voluntary Services has a whole host of opportunities available. Here are just a few of their current opportunities.

create some inspiring spaces for the children to participate in and enjoy, and know you may be creating gardeners of the future! Bouncing Babies!

Furry Friends’ Funds A local animal charity provide assistance dogs to support disabled adults and children, and they can’t do it without your help. They organise all sorts of events, and are looking for volunteers who can spare a few hours to help them. If you have your own transport, love chatting to people and are reasonably fit, this is an ideal opportunity to help provide funds for the future. Golden Oldies Are you a Jack or Jill of all trades, and enjoy getting involved in everything? This local club for the older members of the community provides a place where they can meet new friends, grab a snack or a drink and enjoy different activities in a safe and friendly environment. If you would love to get involved, are friendly and welcoming and can offer a morning or afternoon once a week, then please get in touch to find out more.

A busy, noisy Childrens’ Centre runs a very popular baby clinic every Wednesday afternoon and would like help to ensure parents and children are welcomed with a friendly face. If you have had children, you know how daunting it can be for new mums to get out to clinic, so come and share your experiences and make them feel at home. Patience is essential as it can be very noisy! For more information of these volunteering opportunties and many others in the local area, contact the Southend Assoctiation of Voluntary Services at: SAVS Centre, 29-31 Alexandra Street, Southend-onSea, Essex, SS1 1BW or call 01702 356000. Email: info@savs-southend.co.uk. Further details are also available at www.savs-southend.org

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Useful Phone Numbers Emergency Services Police, Fire, Ambulance Essex Police - non-emergency Crimestoppers

HelplinesÂ 999

Age UK

0800 1696565

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Alcoholics Anonymous

0845 7697555

0800 555111

Childline (24hr)

0800 1111

Rayleigh / Southend Police Station 0300 3334444

Citizens Advice Bureau

0844 477 0808

Neighbourhood Policing Team

Cruse Bereavement Care

0844 4779400

07813 953703

FRANK - National Drugs Helpline

Hospitals

GamCare - Gambling Issues

24hr A&E - Basildon

01268 524900

Missing People (24hrs)

Southend

01702 435555

National Debtline

0800 776600 0845 6000133 0500 700700 0808 8084000

National Domestic Violence Helpline 0808 2000247

Health NHS Health Advice

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NSPCC Helpline (24hr)

0808 8005000

Rape & Sexual Abuse Support

0808 8029999

Runaway Helpline (24hr) - under 18 0808 8007070

Councils

RSPCA (24hr)

0300 1234999

RSPCA - Southend Branch

01702 290889

Southend-on-Sea Borough Council 01702 215000

Samaritans (24hr)

08457 909090

Southend Council Out Of Hours

Sexual Health Direct

0845 1228690

MP - Southend West - David Amess 020 7219 3452

Shelter

0808 8004444

MP - Southend East - James Durridge 01268 616135

South East and Central Essex Mind 01702 601123

Southend Library

01702 534100

Victim Supportline

Home Library Service

0845 603 7628

Essex County Council

0845 7585592 01702 515000

Emergency Utilities

Southend Ass. of Voluntary Services 01702 356000 0845 3030900

Travel Traveline

0871 2002233

National Rail Enquiries

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Gas - National Gas Emergency Service 0800 111999

C2C

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Anglian Water Services

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National Express

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Essex & Suffolk Water

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Electricity - UK Power

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What’s On In Southend & Westcliff Carter’s Steam Fair Friday 25th March - Sunday 3rd April 2016 Starts: 12.00pm Ends: 8.00pm Chalkwell Park, Chalkwall, SS0 8NB

Carters Steam Fair is a unique attraction – it is an authentic travelling funfair entirely consisting of rare vintage equipment. The fair organisers live in vintage showman’s wagons and caravans, and the whole fair is moved from place to place with a highlydecorated fleet of vintage lorries. It is believed to be the largest vintage travelling funfair in the world.

Bed Time Reading Night Tuesday 5th April 2016 Starts: 6.00pm Ends: 7.30pm The Forum, Elmer Square, Southend on Sea, SS1 1NE Get those PJ`s on and get set to snuggle in for some stories and funny games as Bedtime Reading Night returns to Southend Libraries! Suitable for children aged 6+ bring a pillow and a grown up. Price - £3 per child.

Folk and Ale Festival Saturday 9th and Sunday 10th April 2016 Starts: 12.00pm Ends: 7.00pm Southend Pier Royal Pavilion, Western Esplanade, SS1 1EE There will be scores of performers singing, playing and dancing to support the Leigh Folk Festival. Styles of music will vary from contemporary through traditional and shanty to Cajun and everything in between. Free entry to event but Pier admission prices apply.

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Classic Cars on Sea Friday 15th April 2016 Starts: 9.00am Southend Seafront, Southend-on-Sea, SS1 2EJ For the third year running Southend-on-Sea are hosting a Classic Car Breakfast. If your car is 25 years or older and you would like to be part of this unique event with a free breakfast for the car driver then book your place now as there are limited spaces available. The free breakfast will be sponsored by Beaches and will begin at 9.00 am. Only one breakfast per vehicle. Mr Dickie Bows will be dancing at this event! To book tickets visit www.eventbrite.co.uk

Forest Events at Belfairs Park Thursdays and Fridays Starts: 10.00am Ends: 12.00pm Belfairs Woodland Centre, Vardon Drive, Leigh-on-Sea Squirrel Squad at Belfairs Park and Nature Reserve will be held every Thursday. There will be lots of nature and wildlife-themed activities along with arts, crafts, music and stories. Forest Fridays include a morning of crafts, games and forest fun both indoors and outdoors. For more details visit www.essexwt.org.uk/reserves/belfair or call Belfairs Woodland Centre on 01702 477467

Hide & Shriek: Dead Centre Saturdays 23rd and 30th April 2016 Starts: 8.00pm Ends: 11.00pm The Victoria Shopping Centre, Southend-On-Sea, SS2 5SP Following on from the roaring success of Hide & Shriek: The Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Scream Factory last Halloween, Hide & Shriek are back this coming April to give Southendâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s zombie fans something to really sink their teeth into! This event will be unlike anything Southend has ever seen before, with HORDES of zombies taking over the entire Victoria Shopping Centre after hours. The usual liveliness of the shopping centre will soon be forgotten when the whole place plunges into near darkness and a swarm of flesh-hungry zombies emerge from the shadows in this Zombie Survival Experience. For more information and tickets visit www.dead-centre.com

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