The Mercury Issue 1488

Geoarchaeological fieldwork required for plans to regenerate the historic area of Castlegate is now complete.

Throughout the summer, geoarchaeological investigations were carried out by archaeology and heritage specialists, Wessex Archaeology. The location of each of the 33 boreholes was carefully planned to add information to the previously conducted archaeological excavations.

Analysis of the core samples from the boreholes will add to existing knowledge of the site, to hopefully help provide a greater understanding of the history of Sheffield Castle as well

helping to inform the council’s redevelopment plans.

The work forms part of plans to redevelop Castlegate and re-establish it as a vital part of the city centre.

The council secured £20m from the government’s Levelling Up Fund last year to see through its vision for the area, which includes:

• De-culverting the River Sheaf

• Creating attractive green public spaces

• Interpreting the history of the site

• Preparing land for future redevelopment

• Understanding the archaeology of the site including the remains of

Sheffield Castle

• Establishing Harmony Works – A destination for all things music in Sheffield. The plans will see Sheffield Music Hub and Sheffield Music Academy come together to create a musical hub in the currently empty Canada House.

• Developing S1 Art Space –A creative workspace which aims to be one of the largest contemporary art galleries in the North.

Cllr Mazher Iqbal, CoChair of the Transport, Regeneration and Climate Policy Committee, said:

“It is fantastic to hear the fascinating work carried out by Wessex Archaeology is now complete on site and

we look forward to reading through the final report and learning more about the history of our incredible city.

“This is another exciting step towards transforming Castlegate into a thriving part of the city centre, as it was when the castle originally stood. We’re passionate about making Sheffield a flourishing and vibrant city and these plans are a crucial element to achieving our ambitions.”

Milica Rajic, Infrastructure Director at Wessex Archaeology, said:

“Our team are busy working on the core samples taken from the boreholes. We can’t wait to share the detailed findings which,

combined with the data from our previous borehole survey, hopefully will help to reveal even more about the site of Sheffield Castle. We’re so excited to be able to put even more pieces of this extraordinary underground historical jigsaw together.”

Martin Gorman, Chair of Friends of Sheffield Castle, said: “We look forward to seeing the results from the recent bore hole investigations on the Castle site. We hope the information will add to our existing knowledge and help decide how the Castle remains and historical layers will be incorporated into future plans for the site.”

THE LEADMILL RELEASE VIDEO FEATURING LOCAL LEGENDS IN SUPPORT OF THE #WECANTLOSELEADMILL CAMPAIGN

The Leadmill have released a video in support of their #WeCantLoseLeadmill campaign, encouraging members of the public to sign their petition ( petition.parliament.uk/ petitions/614202 ) which closes on the 25th October.

The video includes worldfamous names such as Eddie Izzard and Miles Kane, alongside a range of South Yorkshire based musical talent.

The video also features members of The Leadmill team, as well as leaders of community groups such as SaYiT - who provide practical support to LGBTQ+ young people, Under the Stars - a performing arts charity for people with learning

disabilities and Sheffield Children in Care Council - an organisation that is made up of young people who have been brought up through the care system.

The comments throughout the video portray the range of work that The Leadmill carries out with local communities, organisations and individuals - relationships that have been forged and nurtured over its 42 years of operation. It is these pivotal connections that have contributed towards its status as a historical landmark within Sheffield, whilst maintaining itself as an accessible, friendly and safe space.

The Leadmill have received an overwhelming volume of

supportive messages from the public who are shocked by the news that The Leadmill will cease to exist as its Landlords have served the business with an eviction notice.

Miles Kane, renowned songwriter and frequent collaborator of Arctic Monkeys’ Alex Turner, can be heard stating ‘it’s a landmark for the City and so much great youth comes through it and new young talent that’s inspiring. I’ve been playing here for 15 years and I want to play here for another 15 years.’

Jarvis Cocker recently performed alongside Richard Hawley on the second night of a four-day residency in support of the

venue’s campaign. Cocker proclaimed The Leadmill to be “more than this building and this stage, it’s something that’s grown over years and it’s a feeling. It’s like a form of magic.” He went on to send a message to The Leadmill landlords, stating that “they may own the bricks & mortar, but they don’t own the spirit of The Leadmill” and to “have some respect for a beautiful thing.” Head of Programming for The Leadmill Rose Wilcox has said, ‘it has been incredible to have such a large volume of support from people across the world. You really get a sense of just how much this venue means to people, for so many different reasons. This video encapsulates

countless emotions and it is quite literally just a handful of the stories that we’ve heard. We really hope that this video can be shared far and wide to spread awareness of our current situation as well as the level of importance that the venue holds in

Sheffield and beyond.’

The full video can be found at www.facebook. com/TheLeadmill & via their YouTube channel, simply search #WeCantLoseLeadmill

you’ve never worn a blindfold when playing darts before then you should try it, You don’t know what you’re missing!

Did you hear about the Baker who got an electric shock? He stepped on a bun and a currant shot up his leg.

What’s blue and not very heavy? Light blue.

What do you call a man with a map on his head?

Miles.

I approached a very beautiful woman in the supermarket and said.. “I’ve lost my wife here, can you talk to me for a couple of minutes?”

“Why?”

“Because every time I talk to a beautiful woman my wife appears out of nowhere.”

A man is recovering in hospital after being struck by falling jigsaw puzzle boxes. Police are piecing the evidence together as we speak.

Crossword Clues

Just found out my uncle has left me a stately home in his will. I have no idea where Sod Hall is, I’m just off to Google it now!

I’ve asked my girlfriend to polish my medieval battle uniform whilst I go to the pub. She always said she wanted a night in, shining armour.

Last Week’s Solution

Ripper

The “From Hell” letter sent by Jack

received by investigators.

- Desmond Tutu is awarded the Nobel Peace Prize.

- Albert Einstein flees Nazi Germany and moves to the United States.

- United States takes possession of Puerto Rico.

dREaM TEaM fOR TREEs

Technical and Administration Officer

Lisa Frankish, and Senior Project Officer

Alex Evans have joined forces with Matt North, Programme Manager, thanks to funding from the Trees Call to Action Fund. The team will be supporting landowners to plant the right woods in the right places, by helping with design, permissions and applying for grants to help with the costs of the work and aftercare. Communities can get involved with local training, education and volunteering opportunities.

Lisa explains: “Most people are now aware that we are in a climate emergency and biodiversity crisis so want to do something about it if they can. The Woodland Partnership project offers support in South Yorkshire by advising landowners how best to achieve the woodland that they want, be that for increasing biodiversity, more cover for stock, additional income or just to use a spare piece of land! It’s great to be able to signpost people for support with their ideas, when they may not know where to start on their own. For me, the knowledge that I am helping to make a difference to our planet is incredibly fulfilling. ” Alex says her role is complicated but rewarding: “My job is to help private landowners create new woodlands. You need to consider the regulations that have to be complied with, site constraints, and design, which includes choosing species for the site that will do well now and in any future climate we may be living in. I can also support applications for grants to help pay for them.

In the UK woodlands have, until recently, been planted mainly for timber production. We now recognise the need for a shift to woodland creation for multiple objectives, for example carbon storage to habitat restoration and wider environmental concerns, including improved soil, water and air quality. I hope that by helping landowners plant and establish new woodlands, we will see the wider benefits for other people and wildlife. Who doesn’t love to walk through a woodland and take in the many sensory experiences and the magical changes throughout the seasons?” Matt is very happy to welcome his new colleagues on board: ““Lisa and Alex are very welcome additions to the team that will provide support for landowners who want to create woodlands in South Yorkshire. We have proven there is a demand for well-designed woodland which is resilient to climate change and diseases, and which will provide benefits for people and wildlife now and in the future. With our expanded team in place we are able to go out and engage with landowners. If you are interested in how we can help you create woodlands, please feel free to get in touch to see how we can help you.”

The team work throughout South Yorkshire, including Doncaster and Barnsley as well as Sheffield and Rotherham. Discover more about the partnership and woodland creation; visit wildsheffield.com/sywoodland-creation which also has links to contact us.

NEw bUs Task fORCE

Mayor Oliver Coppard has brought in a task force to put communities at the centre of plans to fix South Yorkshire’s broken bus system.

Spearheaded by independent bus champion Dawn Badminton-Capps, of Bus Users UK, the experienced forum of community, campaign and business representatives will stand alongside South Yorkshire’s Mayor to put passengers first; working to create legally binding promises and performance checks that hold bus companies and government to account.

Mayor Coppard, said: “When I took office as South Yorkshire’s Mayor I made fixing our buses a priority, not just for me but the thousands of people let down every day by our broken bus system.

Because for far too long our buses have been unaffordable, unreliable, and now – in the face of sweeping service cutsinaccessible for far too many across our region. I am doing everything I can with the limited powers and money that I have available to protect our services, on behalf of our communities - but it is not enough and I find that hugely frustrating.

SINGLE TRIP UP TO 99 YEARS

Annual

It is clear we need a fundamental change to how the whole system works; because our buses are no longer working for South Yorkshire. That’s why I have brought in a bus champion and task force of bus users, business representatives and interest groups with the common goal of putting passengers at the heart of building a better future for the services we use and that so many of us rely on. This group will play a fundamental role in representing our communities and helping to create a formal customer promise, set in legislation, that will set out what we want and deserve from our network. We will stand together and

hold bus companies and government to account because we all agree that we cannot carry on with an unreliable, expensive, and polluting system that puts people off choosing travel choices that reduce traffic on our roads. I’m under no illusion, fixing our bus system will not be easy; it will take time, and we’ll need the government to deliver on their promise for significant funding to make it happen. But together we will take action to re-build a service from the bottom up and campaign for a joined up public transport network that is more like the one enjoyed by London; one that truly meets our regions’ needs, that is fit for purpose and delivers faster, smarter, greener bus journeys that South Yorkshire can be proud of.” Bus forum Chair, Dawn Badminton-Capps, England Director at Bus Users UK, added: “Buses are the lifeblood of local communities. They have the potential to reduce congestion and pollution, boost the economy and provide access to life’s opportunities. We are putting passengers at the heart of decision making to make sure that bus services really deliver for the people of South Yorkshire.”

The bus task force will directly report into South Yorkshire’s legislative Enhanced Bus Partnership Board, to build on the foundations set in the making of the region’s Bus Service Improvement Plan and create a bus system for South Yorkshire based on local need.

The inaugural task force meeting focused on the creation of a formal customer charter that puts passengers first and holds transport authorities and bus companies to account to deliver a better service.

The next South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority Enhanced Partnership Board meeting took place on Tuesday 4 October.

The Sheffield Volunteering Fair is back, on Tuesday 18th October from 11am - 3pm at The Atrium, Owen Building, Sheffield Hallam University City Campus, Howard Street, S1 1WB. There will be 30 charities and organisations looking for volunteers to support them in the invaluable work they do. The Volunteering Fair is a fantastic way for people to chat to a range of charities about their volunteer opportunities and to explore different volunteer roles in the city. People interested in volunteering for the first time, or those looking for a new role, are encouraged to come along and find out more. Whatever their skills or experience,

there will be a volunteer role to suit them. From gardening to befriending, helping with events to fundraising, there will be something for everyone to get involved in this autumn. The Fair is jointly organised by the Sheffield Volunteer Centre and Sheffield Hallam Students’ Union. Volunteer Centre Advisors will be on-hand to give advice to visitors about volunteering. Volunteering is a great way for people to share their skills or learn new skills, gain relevant experience for work or study, and to pursue hobbies and interests, as well as being a fantastic way to make a worthwhile difference within the community.

CRYsTal PEaks sPONsORs sT lUkE’s wINTER RafflE 2022

Crystal Peaks shopping centre has been confirmed as the official sponsor of the 2022 St Luke’s Hospice Winter Raffle.

This year’s raffle, which will be drawn on December 14, includes a top cash prize of £2,500, as well as other prizes of £1,500, £750 and £250.

“For 50 years, our trained Specialist Palliative Care Nurses have helped fight the pain, lack of dignity and isolation caused by terminal illness,” said St Luke’s Clinical Facilitator and Charge Nurse Connor Browne, who is fronting the 2022 campaign.

“For some, that intensive care happens in our InPatient Centre but for 85 per cent of our patients, that care happens in their own home.

“We believe that together, we can make a huge difference to thousands of Sheffield people when they need help the most.

“Very ticket sold in our Winter Raffle enables us to continue providing dignified and compassionate care, tailored to our patients’ needs.”

Tickets for the St Luke’s Winter Raffle, which cost just £1 each, are available to buy now from all St Luke’s shops, including Crystal Peaks, and at www. stlukeslotterysheffield.org.uk/raffle

Furniture Clearance Warehouse Due to Close Its Doors

After 23 years of trading Furniture Clearance Warehouse is closing its doors. The owner, David Perkins has successfully run the business for over two decades, but is now ready for a change.

Furniture Clearance Warehouse

started out in 2000, in a tiny store on Attercliffe Road, across the road from the Banners building, selling a range of items from TVs to exercise equipment, toys to pots and pans. The shop was an immediate success and within a couple of years gave

to bigger premises in the old Co-Op building on The Moor behind Redgates. The business traded here happily and successfully for several years until the council decided the building was required for other purposes.

In 2006 the company moved again to the old Doors and Floors Galore warehouse on Attercliffe Road and traded for around a year before the

the business to relocate, this time to a much larger location on Coleford Road in Darnall, where they are currently based. These premises are 50

times bigger than the original store and focusses solely on selling furniture. This also saw the business change names to Furniture Clearance Warehouse. Although all these years later, customers still refer to them as SWAG.

The business predominantly sells living room, dining room and bedroom furniture. Selling end of line, over stocks and exdisplay from the big multiple furniture stores. There is something to suit every budget.

The owner, David has decided after working long hours and weekends for the last 23 years to start a new chapter. With no one to take over the reins of the business, it will begin

a closing down sale starting Monday 19th September. This is by no means a business that is going bust, merely an owner who wants to dust of his passport and get to know his family in the daylight hours.

The sale will continue into the new year until all stock has gone. During this time all customers will receive their furniture and all orders will be

The owner is grateful for all the support and custom over the years and is looking forward to the next chapter.

Sale starts Monday 19th September at 10am - all stock reduced.

CLOSING DOWN SALE ALL STOCK REDUCED

EVERYTHING MUST GO

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OUT AND ABOUT

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OCTOBER EVENTS AT CRICH TRAMWAY VILLAGE

Saturday 15th – Sunday 16th October

COMMUNITY WEEKEND

A chance to take part in Art Workshops. Free admission to residents within 5 miles of Crich.

Monday 24th – Thursday 27th

AUTUMN FUN

Four days of family fun with creative activities, storytelling and entertainment. Join in Halloween Shows in the afternoons. The children will love the face painter and balloon modeller.

Anderby Springs

Holiday Homes with the LargestBeach frontage in Lincolnshire

Foxholme Springs

Mark loses 8st and has found a new life

A super slimmer from Rotherham has changed his life after losing an incredible 8st.

Since joining his Slimming World group, Mark Marsden has lost this weight proving that Slimming World works just as well for men as for women.

Like many men, Mark initially thought that slimming clubs were aimed at women and assumed the focus would be on ‘diet’ food. However, he decided to give it a try after he was finding normal day to day tasks and struggling to find clothes that fit.

Mark was pleasantly surprised to find that the support provided by the group was practical and encouraging. He also found that Slimming World’s Food Optimising eating plan, based on the science of satiety and energy density, meant that he never felt hungry or like he was on a diet.

He says: “Deep down I’d been unhappy with my weight for some time but it took me a long time to face up to it. And then when I did admit to myself that I wanted to lose weight I still didn’t want to ask for help. I’ve realised now though that far from being weak, admitting that you need help takes strength of character and getting support to identify where I’m going wrong and to make changes has given me a sense of confidence that is benefitting every aspect of my life. “It was nerve-wracking walking through those doors for the first time but I wasn’t the only man there and everyone was warm and welcoming because we’re all at the group for

the same reason – to lose weight and feel good.”

Since Covid-19 restrictions have lifted real-life Slimming World groups have been able to re-open. Mark says the support and encouragement he’s continued to receive in his Slimming World group has helped him stay on track with his weight loss.

“It’s listening to others and talking about my own motivations and challenges that has, week by week, helped me to understand myself as a slimmer better and learn to plan, so I can make changes that I’m confident I can keep up for life. I always come away feeling just as inspired and motivated to keep going each week, and love sharing new recipes and ideas with my friends in the group. I don’t think I could have achieved all I have without the support of my Consultant Caroline and the rest of the Brinsworth group.

“One thing I’ve always loved about the Food Optimising plan is just how flexible and generous it is. I love the variety of foods I can still enjoy such as steak and homemade chips, chicken curry or a roast dinner. The freedom of the plan means I never have to miss out and nothing is off limits – I can still enjoy a pint of beer! I love that I don’t have to worry about weighing and measuring everything I eat or counting calories either.

Before I started, I worried eating healthily might limit me but I try more new recipes now than I ever did before and have found Food Optimising fits around my life, rather

than the other way around.

As the weight came off, Mark found he had more energy and so he was eager to use it: “I always thought that physical activity would be the best way to lose weight, but when I was at my heaviest I just wasn’t fit enough to do it and I’ve since realised that I needed to do more than just move more.

“However, Slimming World’s Body Magic activity programme has helped me to become more active, and by breaking it down into chunks and starting small I’ve managed to build up my activity gradually.

Mark says ‘I now love being able to play football with the kids which I was unable to do before losing weight. I can honestly say I feel like a different man since losing weight.”

Now Mark feels much healthier, has a lot more energy, and his back no longer hurts.

Caroline who runs the Brinsworth Slimming World group says she’s incredibly proud of Mark: “He has done brilliantly and we’re all in awe of his transformation. He’s achieved what he set out to do – to become healthier and happier. And while so much has changed over the last year, his determination and motivation has never faded – he’s a real inspiration to the whole group. I couldn’t be prouder of everything Mark’s achieved!”

For further information about groups in your local area please contact Amy on 07775 660 456.

Tramlines parTner wiTh waTer Bear To Bring new opporTuniTies for sTudenTs in sheffield

Partnership with new music college will provide work experience in several areas of the festival including marketing, festival preparation, stage management and performance opportunities.

Tramlines 2023 will take place from 21 - 23rd July and follows a sold out event in 2022 with Sam Fender, Kasabian and Madness entertaining 35,000 people per day at Hillsborough Park. In keeping with the stated aims of Tramlines in the Community, the festival has partnered with WaterBear, a new Sheffield music college currently being developed on the site of the famous Gatecrasher Nightclub.

Students at the new college will gain work opportunities with the festival with placements spanning festival preparation, stage management and marketing. Alongside the work placements, students will also get the chance to perform at Tramlines through the festivals ‘Apply to Play’ scheme. This follows partnerships with various local organisations in 2022 including stage programming from alternative independent event space, DINA, BBC Introducing and Pattern + Push.

Timm Cleasby - Tramlines Operations Director said:

‘This partnership delivers great opportunities for everyone. For WaterBear students, it’s a valuable route into the industry — a real world experience of working in an internationally-renowned music festival, and for Tramlines, it introduces us to the next wave of talent coming through the ranks. We couldn’t be more excited about this.’

Adam Bushell - WaterBear CEO said: ‘Our partnership with Tramlines demonstrates not only our ‘studentfirst’ values, but perhaps more tellingly, demonstrates the trademark warmth this fine city has shown us.

Since August, when we announced that Sheffield will be our first location outside Brighton, the buzz has been remarkable. We’ve received nothing but open arms from artists, creators, educators and venues. Amid all of this, Tramlines’ support has been standout,’

Eve Massaad- WaterBear Head of Marketing said: ‘The future prosperity of our students underpins everything we do. Partnering with like-minded industry organisations allows us to deliver on our key promise to empower our students with real world industry experience. Through our early conversations with

wiTh Your CluB’s finanCes wiTh speCialisT aCCounTing serViCes from Ydp

Managing a bar or social club can be a tough challenge in today’s world. Hospitality faces rising costs and help can be hard to come by. Piles of paperwork, administration and everchanging government guidelines may seem daunting, but don’t fear, help is on hand!

YDP provide a comprehensive bookkeeping service to support your management committee, allowing you to focus on the things that really matter to your club. We work with clubs across the country to put in place financial controls and give committees better oversight, allowing you to make the best possible decisions on behalf of your members.

This means you can sleep soundly knowing your income and expenditure is recorded, tax is claimed correctly, and the bills are paid. Our bookkeeping service includes:

• Cash book, income & expenditure, and detailed purchase ledger

• Bank reconciliation, and advice on payments to authorise based on creditor analysis

• VAT Account, Machine Games Duty, and other tax services including filing your returns

• Direct negotiations with suppliers when required and advice on the best deals

• Regular detailed financial reporting allowing your committee to make decisions based on the most accurate, up to date picture of the club’s finances

Gain financial control of your club, with help from the experts who have been working with clubs for over 30 years. We use our own in-house accounting software designed specifically for clubs and can provide support in all areas of club management.

YDP also offer a range of other club administration services including:

• YDP Payroll. Full weekly or monthly wages.

RTI, pensions and holiday management

• YDP Fair Trade System. Beer buying group securing the best brewery deals

• YDP Payment Systems. Card Readers and EPOS (Electronic Tills)

• YDP Stocktaking. In person or remote stock tracking, valuations, and reports

• Access Control. Door entry systems and car park ANPR solutions

• Annual Accounts. Completion of accountant’s report signed by a statutory auditor.

• Attendance at AGM for accountant’s report, FCA and Corporation Tax return.

As we approach the end of the year, now is the perfect time to review your club’s processes and consider a new easier approach to your accounting in 2023.

Tramlines, it was obvious that they share our appetite for equipping music creators with practical, grass roots education.’

WaterBear, most celebrated for its dedication to specialist one-to-one mentoring, focused class sizes and exclusive development opportunities across the music industry, first opened its doors in Brighton, September 2018. It has since outperformed many

of its more established rivals in student surveys for its range of BA (Hons) degrees and Master’s qualifications for today’s commercial music sector. The hotly anticipated lineup for Tramlines 2023 will be the next major announcement from the festival. Stay tuned to the official website and social pages for future updates.

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Soapwatch

Coronation Street:

A distraught Bridget finally reveals the truth to Stu about Charlie’s murder. David confronts Max over Maria’s trolling, but he denies responsibility. The police have some results from his laptop - but what have they found? Billy volunteers Summer to help with a charity clothes swap event. Ken’s gobsmacked when Tracy apologises for making scene on his birthday, and she offers to cook Wendy a meal - but it turns out to be stuffed marrow! Sally finds out the truth about Aggie & Tim in the bistro. Dee Dee has the results of the DMA test - which comes as a shock to Alya. Nick & Leanne are both shocked to receive a visiting order from Harvey. Fern does some dodgy dealing with Bernie’s things.

Emmerdale:

As the family bring the seaside to Emmerdale, Faith is delighted to see an old friend return! However she rapidly goes downhill, leaving Cain devastated. Chas however is meeting with Al & leaves her phone on silent, unaware Paddy is trying to get hold of her. Zak notices how good Vinny is with children - and he suggests Liv & Vinny try out their parenting skills by getting a dog. Meanwhile Kim catches Will & Harriet having a heated argument - how much of the conversation has she heard?

Eastenders:

Alfie prepares to walk down the aisle - but will all go according to plan? Eve tells a stressed Vinny about his mum leaving for Mumbai - and he hears the shocking news that his dad Nish will be leaving prison. However Eve & Suki give in to their feelings- and share a passionate kiss. Denise is irritated by Jack’s closeness to Chelsea - especially when he comes up with the idea she can rent rooms in their house. Amy & Denzel are feeling pressured as Lily & Nugget continue to tease them about Denzel’s gift.

LONG HAUL GETAWAYS

THAILAND - PATTAYA

SINGAPORE & BALI

United slipped to a first away loss since the opening day of the campaign, as Stoke City ran out victors at the Bet365 Stadium on Saturday.

Rhian Brewster cancelled out Ben Wilmot’s early opener, only for Phil Jagielka to score on the stroke of half-time to put the hosts back in front. United chased an equaliser in the second half only for substitute Liam Delap to add a third in stoppage time.

Boss Heckingbottom was forced into several changes to the starting XI that face QPR in midweek. Brewster, Khadra, McAtee and Gordon all started, as Baldock, Berge and Bogle missed out through injury and McBurnie served a one-game ban for an accumulation of five bookings.

United were quickly out of the traps, but having combined with Khadra, McAtee couldn’t direct a right-footed effort on

target past the advancing Bursik. And in the fourth minute, Stoke hit the front with their first attack, after an initial corner wasn’t cleared. Baker’s pinpoint cross to the back post was met by WILMOT and his effort found the roof of the net despite Foderingham’s best efforts.

The home side were buoyed by that early goal and Fosu drew a good save from Foderingham, before Fox dragged the rebound wide. Bursik was called into action at the other end, to deny Doyle from distance and from the resulting corner Sterling had to be alert to head the ball off the line after Egan and then Gordon had won their respective headers.

But on 28 minutes, United deservedly levelled proceedings. Norrington-Davies freed McAtee on the left and from his cross BREWSTER showed composure to volley home. Fosu, despite a theatrical dive,

was looking a live threat for the host and he hit the crossbar from distance having spun Gordon. But it was at the other end where United came even closer as the ball somehow stayed of the goal after Ndiaye’s shot had hit the post followed by the back of Bursik’s leg.

Just as it looked as though it would be honours even at the break, Stoke regained the lead from another corner. Baker’s delivery was inviting and it was former Blade JAGIELKA who rose highest and held off the attentions of Egan to header beyond Foderingham’s dive.

Like the first half, United started brightly, with Norrington-Davies almost getting in at the back stick, but Norwood was needed to clear off the line after Fosu had volley towards goal from Baker’s corner. Sharp was introduced prior to the hour with Khadra withdrawn, before

Foderingham parried away Campbell’s curling effort from distance.

A triple change on 75 minutes saw Jebbison, Osborn and Sachdev introduced, with 17year-old handed his senior debut. Chasing the game, the Blades characteristically threw everything at the hosts but Stoke defended their penalty well and Norwood’s shot from distance showed United’s desperation.

And in the first minute of five added on at the end of the 90, City made the game safe as DELAP applied the finishing touch to a good move that saw Fosu and Campbell involved after Baker had set things moving forward.

Before the end, tempers threatened to boil over with Norrington-Davies carded following an incident involving Laurent and that was the last incident of note.

PALmER mOVES INTO TOP 20

Liam Palmer is enjoying an incredible campaign on a personal front.

With performance levels consistently high, goals and individual awards going his way, the boyhood Wednesdayite is having a season to remember.

Back in August, the 31-year-old made his 350th appearance for the Owls away at Bolton and capped the landmark occasion with a goal in our 2-0 win at the University of Bolton Stadium.

Two months (and two

more goals) later and the Worksop-born defender has entered our top 20 list of all-time appearance makers!

Palmer, on 358 Wednesday appearances, is now level with legendary striker David Hirst in joint 20th. No doubt the in-form Owls ace will be looking to rise even further and rack up those appearances as the 2022/23 campaign continues.

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BANNAN ImPACT, DOmINANT DISPLAY AND mANAGING ExPECTATIONS

Darren Moore hailed the impact of Barry Bannan following the 3-0 win over Cheltenham at Hillsborough.

The skipper emerged with a goal and an assist to complement yet another dynamic performance in the engine room.

And Moore says the all-round persona of the Scot will never be underestimated:

“Baz has an impact throughout the football club. He is the first to welcome the new players, the first to encourage the young players, the first to organise the experienced players, and long may it continue.

“His goal today was magnificent. You could

hear the crowd wanting him to shoot when he took possession so the pressure was on straight away.

“But the way he picked his spot was superb, the keeper had no chance.”

On the game itself, Moore reflected on a dominant display and revealed how he told his players to manage expectations.

He said: “I said to them that everyone will be expected you to win this game and win it well but we all know football is sometimes never like that.

“Cheltenham came here on the back of a good run, they switched formations to try and cause us problems but we showed a lot of patience

today. “So credit to the players. We came out of the traps really quickly, got the early goal, and we’ve had 19 or 20 shots on goal.

“The substitutes had an impact and I was pleased for

Fiz to get his goal and my word, what an assist from Baz. “I think on reflection 3-0 did not flatter us at all and now we put a line through this one and move on to Cambridge.”

mCShEFFREY: ThE SECOND hALF WAS mUCh ImPROVED

Gary McSheffrey was

pleased with his side’s response in the second half of the draw against Leyton Orient.

Harrison Biggins’ header secured a point at the EcoPower Stadium against a team who had conceded just six goals in the league heading into the game.

On the performance:

“In the first-half we sat off too much and showed them too much respect, we didn’t lay a finger on them which was disappointing.

“They were top for a reason but we had to get closer to them, we had to change things at half-time and mix things up.

“We made three changes at

half-time and the message was to have a go and try and hurt them, we got players further forward and looked more of a threat.”

On Max Woltman’s impact:

“Max was good and showed a lot of energy with his pressing, when he got on the ball he had some nice touches and got us moving.

“He saw things and players moving off him, he was a real outlet and almost created a chance for himself but the defender made a good block.

“He did everything we asked of him and now with a performance like that he’s given himself a real chance of getting more minutes on the pitch.”

NEEDED TO mAKE

ChANCES

New boss Matt Taylor believed his side failed to make the most of their first-half opportunities at Blackburn Rovers, as his first league away game at the Millers helm ended in defeat.

Ben Brereton Diaz netted a brace for the hosts at Ewood Park before Sammie Szmodics added a third late on.

“We were excellent in the first half. We created the better chances but we needed to make them count. Bar defending set pieces and the penalty, we dominated large parts of it but in the second half, their quality has exposed our weaknesses. We were a bit lifeless and lacking a bit of energy in the

second half.

“It’s if, buts and maybes. If we have any chance away from home, when we create, we have to score. No disrespect to this group of players, but the opposition is going to be more clinical, in certain moments, because of the quality they have in certain parts of pitch, and that showed in the second half.

“I was so proud of how we played in the first half. We were excellent in that period and that’s a platform for us to build on. In the second half, I don’t want to judge the lads too much. Playing on Wednesday night and going into an away game on Saturday was a big ask for them.

“I’d be more worried if we

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didn’t create those chances.

We’ve probably created as many chances in that first half than we have all season and that’s what we have got to do as a team.

“The players work their socks all and give everything

physically. They’ve engaged with us mentally this week. We moved the ball well at times today and it could have been so, so different, but I’m stood here after a three-nil loss, and that doesn’t feel great.”

The Licensing Act 2003 NOTICE OF APPLICATION TO VARY A PREMISES LICENCE

Notice is given that NEXT Retail Limited has applied to Sheffield City Council on 6th October 2022 to vary the Premises Licence for NEXT Retail Limited, Unit 1 The Gallery, Meadowhall Centre, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S9 1ER. The Variation is to update the plans currently attached to the Premises Licence to show a change to the licensable area at the premises following a refurbishment.

Interested parties or responsible authorities may make written representations to :- The Licensing Service, Block C, Staniforth Road Depot, Staniforth Road, Sheffield, S9 3HD about this application by 3rd November 2022. For information on representations, please see www.sheffield.gov.uk/licensinginforesidents

For full details and to view a copy of the application please contact the Licensing Service by e-mail to licensingservice@sheffield.gov.uk

It is an offence to knowingly or recklessly make a false statement in connection with an application. A person is liable to an unlimited fine on conviction should such a false statement be made.

Dated 6th October 2022 Shoosmiths LLP

The Licensing Act 2003 (Premises and Club Premises Certificates) Regulations 2005

Notice is hereby given that I: wILLIAm peRcIvAL

Have made an application under Section 17 Part 3 of the Licensing Act 2003 for the grant of a Premises Licence for the Premises known as SKI BAR, THe cHRISTmAS mARKeT, FARGATe, OppOSITe NORFOLK ROw, SHeFFIeLd S1

I intend to conduct on or from the premises the following licensable activities: Sale by retail of alcohol: Monday - Sunday 10:00 - 23:00

From 7th November until 5th January on an annual basis

Interested parties or responsible authorities may make written representations to The Licensing Service, Sheffield City Council, Block C Staniforth Road Depot, Staniforth Road, Sheffield S9 3HD about this application by 2nd November 2022.

For information on representations, please see www.sheffield.gov.uk/licensinginforesidents

For full details & to view a copy of the application please contact the Licensing Service.

Telephone: 0114 2734264 or by e-mail to licensingservice@sheffield.gov.uk

It is an offence to knowingly or recklessly make a false statement in connection with an application and the maximum fine for which a person is liable on conviction for this offence is a fine not exceeding £5,000.

The Licensing Act 2003 (Premises & Club Premises Certificates) Regulations 2005

Notice is hereby given that we:

dARIUSz JAKOwSKI & cRAIG HOLT

Have made an application under Section 17 Part 3 of the Licensing Act 2003 for the grant of a Premises Licence for the Premises known as HOLT, 922 eccLeSALL ROAd, SHeFFIeLd, S11 8TR

We intend to conduct on or from the premises the following licensable activities: The provision of late night refreshment Sunday – Saturday 23:00 – 23:30

Sale by retail of alcohol Sunday – Saturday 11:00 – 23:30

Interested parties or responsible authorities may make written representations to The Licensing Service, Block C, Staniforth Road Depot, Staniforth Road, Sheffield S9 3HD about this application by 2 November 2022. For information on representations, please see www.sheffield.gov.uk/licensinginforesidents

For full details and to view a copy of the application please contact the Licensing Service. by e-mail to licensingservice@ sheffield.gov.uk.

It is an offence to knowingly or recklessly make a false statement in connection with an application and the maximum fine for which a person is liable on conviction for this offence is a fine not exceeding £5,000.

full details and

Town and country planning (development Management Procedure) (England) Order 2015

LICENSING ACT 2003

Application has been made by PH Social Entertainments Limited to the Licensing Authority of Sheffield City Council to vary the Premises Licence for the Picture House Social at 383 Abbeydale Road South, Sheffield, S7 1FS. The application includes the following terms:- 1. To vary the sale of alcohol to allow sale from 10:00 daily and Sunday to Thursday to permit until 02:00 hours. 2. To vary opening hours from 09:00 daily until 02:30 hours Sunday to Thursday and 03:30 hours on Friday and Saturday. 3. To permit Plays from noon to 00:00 hours daily. 4. To permit Performance of Dance noon to 02:00 hours Sunday to Thursday and 03:00 hours on Friday and Saturday.

5.To vary regulated entertainment (films, sporting events, live/recorded music) to commence from 12 noon daily.

6.To vary Late Night Refreshment until 02:00 hours on Sunday to Thursday and 03:00 hours on Friday and Saturday. Full details of the Application can be viewed at the offices of the Licensing Authority at Sheffield City Council, Block C, Staniforth Road Depot, Staniforth Road, Sheffield, S9 3HD. A responsible authority or any other person can make written representations to the Licensing Authority at any time up to and including 1st November 2022 (www.sheffield.gov.uk)

It is an offence for anyone knowingly or recklessly to make a false statement in connection with a Licence Application.

The maximum fine on summary conviction is unlimited.

Dated this: 4th October 2022

John Gaunt & Partners, Solicitors

NOTIce UNdeR ARTIcLe 13 OF AppLIcATION FOR pLANNING peRmISSION proposed development at the junction of Baker Street / Otter Street, Attercliffe, Sheffield

I give notice that Bradwell Skip Hire Ltd. is applying to Sheffield City Council for planning permission to install access gates and resurface an existing highway. Any owner of the land or tenant who wishes to make representations about this application should write to the Council at Sheffield City Council, Town Hall, Pinstone Street, Sheffield, S1 2HH, by the 2nd of November 2022.

Owner means a person having a freehold interest or a leasehold interest the unexpired terms of which is not less than 7 years, or in the case of development consisting of the winning or working of minerals, a person entitled to an interest in a mineral in the land (other than oil, gas, coal, gold or silver). Tenant means a tenant of an agricultural holding any part of which is comprised in the land.

Signed: Mark Smedley

On behalf of: Bradwell Skip Hire Ltd.

Date: 11/10/2022

Statement of Owners’ Rights

The grant of planning permission does not affect owners’ rights to retain or dispose of their property, unless there is some provision to the contrary in an agreement or in a lease.

Statement of Agricultural Tenants’ Rights

The grant of planning permission for nonagricultural development may affect agricultural tenants’ security of tenure.