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Visit Ards and North Down LOOK TO THE LOUGHS Escape the city and look to the Loughs of Belfast and Strangford for wonderful water’s edge encounters. Hop on the train from Lanyon Place Station to Holywood and in minutes you will be on the shores of Belfast Lough, enjoying the fabulous North Down Coastal Path meandering from Holywood to Bangor. Step back in time to experience what life was like in earlier times at the Ulster Folk Museum, Cultra. See traditions such as griddle baking, basket weaving and blacksmithing. Walk in the footsteps of monks and saints when visiting Bangor Abbey and North Down Museum and learn of the area’s rich Christian heritage. Or why not pack a picnic, jump in the car and head to Newtownards where from the top of Scrabo Hill, an extinct volcano, you can take in the magnificent view of Ireland’s largest sea lough, Strangford Lough. Explore the Mansion House of Mount Stewart and its gardens at your leisure, before taking to the great outdoors and walking the trails.

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‘EYES ON THE OPEN’ GALA BALL

March 2019

CONTENTS F e at u r e s

Ulster Tatler brides Local readers’ weddings

IAN SANSOM The Vegan Life

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Day nurseries The early years

INSIDE TRACK Our top picks of the month

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CHARITY GUIDE Focus on non-profit organisations

girl about town UT’s columnist Nuala Meenehan

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build your dream home Top tips from the experts

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national BED MONTH Sweet dreams

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ULSTER RUGBY TRIUMPH Heineken Champions Cup quarter-finals

50 Royally Awarded Investitures 69

UT AWARDS Get voting

jane hardy Interview Comedian Tim McGarry

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222 TRAVEL rEVIEW Joanne Harkness visits Farnham Estate 235 MOTORSCOPE The latest car reviews 241

KNOW THE LAW Top tips for a healthy separation

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NEW BUSINESS START UP Developing your own plan

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LOOKING BACK Ulster Tatler over the years

Eastside awards And the winner is...

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A Dog’s Life

Editor: Christopher Sherry

fter several years of deliberation, I recently decided to take the plunge and get a dog. Although I am not a natural animal lover, one thing I can say without doubt is that having a dog certainly keeps me active. I have quickly become a regular visitor to the numerous parks around Belfast. No matter what the weather, I now spend a fair proportion of each weekend out and about with the dog. Something else I have discovered is that -unlike a lot of humans! - the dog is always pleased to see me. So if you are thinking of getting a pet, whilst I would urge you to consider the

commitment involved, overall I would say - take the leap. This month marks the start of voting in the 2019 Ulster Tatler Awards. This year we have one new category - say hello to Independent Coffee Shop of the Year. Also Spa and Beauty Salon of the Year now each have their own category. You can vote on-line at ulstertatler.com or by turning to page 69 of this edition. Voting is open until 23rd June 2019 so you have lots of time. Voting takes seconds and you will also be in with a chance of winning a VIP trip to the awards. Remember you can vote in as many or a few categories as you like but you can only vote once.

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COSMETIC SURGERY ON THE RISE

Advice when considering cosmetic surgery

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What’s the most important piece of advice when considering cosmetic surgery? Do your research and ask plenty of questions at your consultation. You want to ensure you are in the safest and most experienced of hands. What exactly should would-be patients look out for? It’s important that your Surgeon is a “Consultant Plastic Surgeon” and qualified to the absolute highest level. I would also ensure that your surgery takes place in a hospital and that you stay overnight. How important is aftercare? Aftercare is incredibly important, you want to make sure your provider has medical care available to you 24/7. What is the most common cosmetic surgery procedure? Breast Augmentation continues to be the most common, followed by breast reduction, liposuction and abdominoplasty (tummy tuck). Facial surgery is also on the increase. Advancements in techniques allow beautifully subtle and sophisticated results. Again, the key is choosing only the most reputable and experienced of providers. The skill of your Surgeon is of paramount importance. What about size, what is the average increase? The majority of our patients go from an A cup to just a C cup. We’re talking a subtle increase in volume, a more feminine shape and most importantly, natural looking results. What about the pain factor? Naturally it depends on the surgery and everyone recovers differently but for Breast Augmentation surgery for example patients tend to describe the feeling of stiffness and tenderness, that feeling you get when you over do it in the gym. What about recovery? Recovery naturally depends on the type of surgery but for example, breast augmentation patients usually take a week off work. If your job is physical you’ll need to take a little more time but this is discussed in detail at consultation stage. If you are considering any type of cosmetic surgery procedure, the best advice is to speak with the most reputable of providers, do your research so you can make an informed decision.

River Medical is the leading provider of cosmetic surgery in Northern Ireland. Established in the Republic of Ireland since 2008, the Malone Road, Belfast clinic has reported a rising demand for cosmetic surgery. At River Medical, breast augmentation surgery continues to be the most common surgery carried out followed by facial, tummy tuck and liposuction surgeries. “There’s no typical patient profile, said Registered General Nurse, Aoibhin Cronin. We see men and women of all ages. Our Consultant Plastic Surgeon specialises in a wide range of cosmetic surgery procedures from breast augmentation, liposuction and abdominoplasty to facial surgery including eye lifts and brow lifts. He is actually the only Surgeon I have worked with who can do a facelift procedure with such minimal scarring which is obviously key to achieving superior results. Interestingly many of our recent Facelift patients have been in their 50s who really just want a fresher look, nothing obvious; just to look good for their age”,

“I’m overwhelmed with the result, it really is exactly what I wanted. I went for one of the smallest implants and I couldn’t be happier with the result, they look amazing!”

The best advice when considering any cosmetic surgery procedure is to do your research, only talk with a reputable provider, ask lots of questions so you can make an informed decision.

River Medical is located on the Malone Road in Belfast.

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Column / Life & Times Finalist Ppa Independent Publisher Awards 2018Writer Of The Year

Ian Sansom Ian Sansom writes for the Guardian. He is the author of the County Guides and the Mobile Library series of novels. His most recent book is December Stories I (No Alibis Press).

The Vegan Life Ian Sansom discusses why a plant-based lifestyle has become so popular.

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’you know, you just look like a vegan,’ announced a dinner guest recently, after I’d served them my celebrated kale and borlotti minestrone with ditalini, chilli oil and pine nuts. Their tone was rather difficult to interpret. After Veganuary we just sort of kept going. Now that the boys have left home there’s no demand in the house for bacon anymore, so we were half way back to vegetarian anyway. When I was growing up you rarely met a vegan. Indeed, the only vegans I actually ever met were the anarchists who lived in the commune down the road. They wore black, had shaven heads - both the men and the women and rode around town on Dutch-style bicycles. Vegetarians were rather easier to come by, but they were mostly Socialist Workers. I first became a vegetarian when I was about 15, partly due to concerns about which were hippyish hand-drawn affairs animal welfare, but largely to annoy my with a strong emphasis on lentil burgers and parents - which I’m delighted to say worked ratatouille. The only vegan cookbook I could tremendously well. The height of vegetarian find was something called Veganomicon, culinary sophistication back then was a nut roast, which my mum might make for me as a treat once Illustration by Jack Sheridan a year, but I mostly survived on something called Sosmix, which I had to buy with my own pocket money from a health food shop and which was a powdery mix of wheat flour and potato starch that you had to mix with cold water in order to form a sort of mush that you then shaped into sausages as a vegetarian alternative for your bangers and mash. Times have certainly changed. I’ve drifted in and out of vegetarianism and veganism over the years, with long periods of time off as a flexitarian, a pescatarian, a pollotarian and a whatevertarian, largely due to my own lack of self-discipline, but also because of the lack of availability of tasty vegetarian and vegan ingredients on the high street. Man cannot live on Sosmix alone. I remember when the children were young, about ten years ago, trying to get hold of a good vegan cookbook. I’d cooked for years using a couple of vegetarian books that I’d had to send away for, by someone called Mollie Katzen the Moosewood Cookbook and The Enchanted Broccoli Forest,

“I first became a vegetarian when I was about 15, partly due to concerns about animal welfare, but largely to annoy my parents”

which was a rather humourless big block of a book featuring recipes for things like ‘Acorn Squash and Black Bean Empanadas’. These days, you can find cookbooks for vegan cupcakes in your local Tesco. Supermarkets have finally caught on. Only recently, if you wanted to buy tofu, for example, you had the choice of those little boxes of really nasty slimy stuff, or not buying tofu at all. Our local supermarket now stocks four or five different kinds of tofu (including my own favourite, the Naked Organic Extra Tofu, which has a pleasant nutty sort of taste and which holds its shape when grilled, griddled or used in stir frys), and there are more nondairy milk and cheeses than anyone could possibly ever want in your milk and dairy aisle. Celebrities have also had a big influence on the current trend towards veganism. Famous vegans include the likes of Benedict Cumberbatch, Ariana Grande, Joaquin Phoenix and Woody Harrelson, but celebrities have always had funny ideas and diets. Perhaps more significant is the adoption of a plant-based lifestyle by people like David Haye the boxer, and Nate Diaz the MMA fighter, footballer Jermain Defoe, and Venus Williams. If they’re all vegans, the reasoning goes, maybe there’s something in this after all. YouTube and social media has certainly also played its part, with people like the BOSH! boys, Gaz Oakley and Deliciously Ella all making veganism look fun, sexy, and Instagrammable, without a bag of Sosmix in sight. There are now a couple of vegan restaurants in Belfast - on the Ormeau Road and on the Lisburn Road, as you might expect - and it seems likely that if you’re not already a vegan pretty soon you’re going to know one. Exactly why people are turning to veganism at this point in our history is another matter. The most likely explanation seems to be that in a global economy where it seems we are powerless to change anything, veganism allows us the chance to take control of something. First a roasted cauliflower, next we might even have a functioning government at Stormont.

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Renowned Scottish-Italian chef, Nico Simeone, is set to introduce his Glasgow and Edinburgh dining concept ‘Six by Nico’ to Belfast’s Cathedral Quarter. ‘Six by Nico’ Belfast will be the third addition to the growing restaurant portfolio, taking Nico’s conceptual restaurant idea out of Scotland for the first time and placing it in the bustling Cathedral Quarter. The £500,000 investment will bring the introduction of a pioneering revolving culinary hub as every six weeks, Nico and his team will re-invent the wheel – serving a brand new six-course tasting 26

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Derry Girls are back Some of Northern Ireland’s best known faces in advertising and media got a sneak preview of Derry Girls series two at a special preview event hosted by Channel 4. Guests gathered at Titanic Hotel to hear Marcus Bellamy, from the Commercial Content team, unveil the exciting line up of programmes planned for 2019. If you missed last year’s Derry Girls what where you doing? It was the most watched series in Northern Ireland since modern records began and this spring’s second series is set to be another side-splitting cracker! Other programme highlights include, Celebrity Great British Bake Off in aid of Stand Up To Cancer with Russell Brand, Michelle Keegan, Caroline Flack and Jeremy Paxman and the much talked about four hour documentary on Michael Jackson Leaving Neverland. If rubgy’s your thang, the newly acquired coverage of the Ireland Autumn Internationals and European Champions Cup should keep you happy. No wonder Channel 4, led locally by Janine Wells, are looking pretty pleased.

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ASG & Partners presents When advertising legend Rory Sutherland asks us to ‘buy a copy’ of Richard Shotton’s new book The Choice Factory, smart marketeers do just that. In the first of the ASG & Partners Presents series, the Belfast-based communications agency welcomed Richard Shotton to Belfast. Industry experts, marketeers, media and influencers gathered at Riddell Hall, Stranmillis, to hear the behavioural scientist, advertising and marketing expert tell guests how fundamental our behavioural biases are, and how these can be used to the advantage of brands and campaigns. Richard benchmarked real industry examples, making the case for how relevant, broad-scope, and robust the theories of behavioural science are. The Choice Factory, was one of the top selling marketing books on Amazon in the past year. Head of Media at ASG & Partners, Robert Lyle explained: “Behavioural science is a study of what makes human beings tick. If we get to the bottom of how we make decisions, how attitudes influence our actions and how to encourage behaviour change, we can be much more effective in our marketing.”

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Richard Shotton.

Sasha McKnight, Richard Shotton, Vicki Caddy.

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Claire McCollum, Sir AP McCoy, Peter Alliss, Terence Brannigan, Jonathan Rea and Stephen Watson.

Alison Campbell and Conor Clarke.

‘E y es O n T h e O pe n’ Be l fast B a ll With The 148th Open at Royal Portrush on the horizon, Tourism NI hosted a gala ball at Titanic Belfast to mark the official build up to the biggest sporting event Northern Ireland has seen. The night of celebration hosted some of Northern Ireland’s top talent from across the worlds of sport, music, media, television and the arts. Voices of support from global golfing icons including Rory McIlroy, Graeme McDowell and Darren Clarke added to the atmosphere of the night.

Chris Henry, Arlene Foster and Andrew Trimble.

Terence Brannigan, Belfast Lord Mayor Deirdre Hargey, Lord Duncan, Mayor of Causeway Coast and artist Colin Davidson.

AP McCoy and Ian McElhinney.

Heather McLachlan and Ann McGregor.

Terry McCartney, Tracy Meharg and Richard Baker.

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Mr Northern Ireland Adam Steenson and current Miss Northern Ireland Katharine Walker pictured with Former Miss Northern Irelands Rebekah Shirley, Aveen Best, Alison Clarke, Anna Henry, Meagan Green and Catherine Jennings.

Kirsty Farrell and Rosie Farrell of Rosie’s Closet pictured with former Miss Northern Ireland (1977) Aveen Best.

THE LAUNCH OF MISS NI 2019 ACA Models Managing Director Alison Clarke launched this year’s Miss Northern Ireland Contest in the Observatory Bar of the Hasting’s Hotel Grand Central. The event was hosted by Former Miss Northern Ireland and TV presenter Zoe Salmon alongside the Director of Hastings Hotels James McGinn. Guests were welcomed with a complimentary Gin & Schweppes 1783 Tonic or Appletiser at the beautiful Schweppes 1783 Gold Bar. These guests included Richard Sullivan, Northern Chief Bureau of the Sunday World and some category sponsors for this years contest alongside Former Miss Northern Irelands and models from ACA agency. The first heat takes place at the Broken Shaker in Belfast on Wednesday 20th February. For more information please visit: www.missnorthernireland.co.uk

Former Miss Northern Irelands Anna Henry, Rebekah Shirley and Meagan Green pictured with director of Hasting’s Hotels James McGinn.

Rebecca McKinney breakfast presenter of Cool FM, current Miss Northern Ireland Katharine Walker and MD of ACA Models and event organiser Alison Clarke.

Mr Northern Ireland 2018 Adam Steenson, MD of ACA Models and event organiser Alison Clarke and current Miss Northern Ireland Katharine Walker.

Northern Bureau Chief of the Sunday World, Richard Sullivan with some of this year’s Miss Northern Ireland 2019 applicants.

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Christina and Sarah-Anne Barham, MDs of Novalash UK pictured with Joanne Bentham Company Manager of Make Up Pro Store.

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Aine Tremear, Danielle McBride, Claire Loughran and Stephen Loughran.

Billy Feehan and John Mooney.

‘Fi ght For Alfie’ Ga la Ball Hundreds of people gathered in the Canal Court Hotel for a fundraising gala ball for six-year-old Alfie Pentony from Newry. Guests of the black tie event enjoyed a champagne reception, four course meal and entertainment, all in aid of a fantastic cause. Alfie has a progressive muscle disease called Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy which there is no cure for, however Alfie’s parents are aiming to raise £200,000 for treatment which is only available in Florida that could save and prolong his life. If you would like to donate to this cause please see the facebook page ‘Fight-For-Alfie’ for more information.

Nicola Preece, Charlie Pentony and Donna Preece.

Oisin Cunningham, Katie Farrell, Beth Woods and Jamie Fitzpatrick.

Colleen and Jamie Pentony.

Graham Holland, Sophie Murphy, Martina Brailsford and PJ Murphy.

Steven Park and Natalie Rickard.

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Sarah Tunney, Jordan Rawling, Niall Wilson, Ellie Cooper, Eoin McCann and Ciara Hunt.

Caolan Campbell and Ruairi Friel.

Q UB MA NA G E M E NT F O R MA L Queen’s University Management Society recently hosted their annual formal in the Europa Hotel in Belfast. Students from the University’s Management School gathered with their guests for a night of socialising and fun. The black tie event started with a drinks reception followed by a three course meal and music and dancing. Rebecca Marquess, Kerrie O’Hara, Katie O’Hare and Courtney Smyth.

Ruairi Friel, Matthew Nethercott, Paul Morrison, Vincent Callaghan and Caolan Campbell.

Alice Brown and Meghan O’Loughlin.

Claire Lynch, Vincent Callaghan, Matthew Nethercott, Megan Wilkinson, Rachel McGivern, Fiona Nethercott, Rosie McCallion.

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Stephen Hedley and Anna Busby.

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Rachel Melaugh, Hannah Brackstone-Brown, Ben Stratton and Michael Johnston.

Jill Kerr and Linda McKenna.

O PENING NI G HT O F SW E E NE Y t O DD Fleet Street arrived in Belfast recently as a Lyric Theatre and Northern Ireland Opera co-production of Sweeney Todd came to town. Ulster Tatler attended the opening night of the Sondheim musical thriller about the infamous boogeyman of Victorian London. With guests from all over the UK in attendance, the stakes were high but the cast delivered a striking opening night. The launch event at the Lyric Theatre offered ample opportunity for those in attendance to socialise both before and after the performance.

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Gillian Stevenson and Gladys McCague.

Roy Bailie, Dorota Karolczak and Walter Sutcliffe.

Lisa Dunne, Stuart Marshall, Chris Hunter and Mel Lyle.

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Darren Chadwick-Hussein, Victoria Tomlinson and Philip Foster.

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The O2 Antrim team at the new store.

O2 UK FRANCHISEE OF The YEAR O2 Franchiseeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Nigel Thompson and Stephen Dickson from Northern Ireland are continuing to punch above their weight. For the second time the pair have won the O2 UK Franchisee of the year award. In addition to that they have also won the Customer excellence award and Small to medium business best retail performer awards. This franchise group owns O2 Downpatrick, O2 The Junction, O2 Banbridge, O2 Banbridge Franchise Call Centre, O2 Antrim Business Centre and their recently relocated O2 Antrim. O2 has moved its Antrim store to the High street. After 10 years of successful trading in Antrim the Franchisees have taken a bold decision to become the anchor tennant in the new Karl development on Antrim High Street. Karl have exciting plans for the former Wellworths/Peacocks building. Karl plan to open the building to the

Franchisees Stephen Dickson and Nigel Thompson.

Stephen Dickson and Wendy Orr with Antrim Mayor Paul Michael.

Lisa Bann, Stacey Empey and Mike Nelson.

Antrim O2 store interiors.

Antrim Mayor Cllr Paul Michael opens the new O2 store in Antrim.

riverside boardwalk creating a connection with Castle Gardens. O2 have invested over £250,000 in the project committing to a further 10 year presence in Antrim Town. The new High Street Store is state of the art, one of O2’s new designed ‘Connect Stores.’ The new Store is almost double the size of its previous Castle Mall store, allowing them the opportunity to showcase the latest and greatest technology. O2’s local Guru will be onsite for any technical advice or queries with your mobile devices, this service is available to all customers on any mobile network, pop in store or book online for your free appointment. The Mayor of Antrim and Newtownabbey Paul Michael visited the store and welcomed O2 to Antrim High Street. O2 are also opening their new Antrim Business centre on the same site. They already have a team of local staff who assist small to medium sized businesses in the area.

Store leaders Claire Donnelly Proctor, Elena Gracey, Jordan McCracken, Kathryn Todd and Lisa Bann.

Nigel Thompson, Ciaran Kerr, Debbie Gallagher, Rhys Thomas, Claire Donnelly Proctor and Stephen Dickson.

Antrim Mayor pictured with Stacey, Johno, Rhys and Mike.

The O2 Antrim senior team.

Simon Moon and Aran Blackbourne, Wendy Orr, Antrim Mayor Cllr Paul Michael and Stephen Dickson.

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Alec Patterson, Kenny Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Hara, Andrew Murray and Bruce Montgomery.

Catherine Adams and Brian Dorrian.

A e com : 2 0 1 9 ir e land re vie w AECOM recently launched its 2019 Ireland Review in Belfastâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Ten Square Hotel. Hosted by Trevor Leaker, AECOM Director, and joined by its UK&I CEO, David Barwell, the global construction consultancy firm welcomed Suzanne Wylie, CEO of Belfast City Council, as guest speaker at the event where she provided her insights on creating smarter, more inclusive and resilient cities.

Emma Greenlees, Adrian Ferguson and Ian Turkington.

Brian Rafferty, Colm Lavery and Charlie Stokes.

Trevor Leaker, Suzanne Wylie and David Barwell.

David and Ann Swann.

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Suzanne Waddell and Jayanta Mondol.

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Royally Rewarded This month Ulster Tatler features a selection of investiture photographs from those members of the community recognised in the Birthday Honours.

JANNINE WADDELL MBE Jannine Waddell, Managing Director of Waddell Media, received her MBE for services to independent television production in Northern Ireland from Prince William at Buckingham Palace recently. Jannine Waddell says: “I am delighted to receive this MBE in recognition of services to independent television production, a career I love even more today than when I started out in this business over 25 years ago. It is an honour to work in an industry that is both inspirational and great fun. I couldn’t do it without the support of the amazing Waddell Media team and those who work with us to support and share our vision for creating engaging programming for everyone. “It’s especially heartwarming to receive this MBE as Waddell Media celebrates 30 years of programme making. My late father Brian broke new ground when he set up on his own as the first independent production company back in 1988. Dad was a huge inspiration to me and so many others as he grew the business to become one of the most successful production companies in the UK, Ireland and now globally with our programmes being sold worldwide but with our heart still firmly based in Holywood, Co Down.”

Jannine Waddell, MBE, Managing Director, Waddell Media at Buckingham Palace.

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Ulster Tatler editor Chris Sherry and Ulster Tatler Awards event host Pamela Ballantine pictured with main sponsors Gerry McBride and Joe McGlinchey of Insanity Tan at the new venue, St Anne’s Cathedral. Voting is now open for the Ulster Tatler Awards. For full details go to page 69 or visit ulstertatler.com.

Our March 2019 Retailer of the Month is Eason in Lisburn. Conor McCullough is pictured with Ulster Tatler’s Ann Armstrong and Janet McCaighy.

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Women in Business NI CEO Roseann Kelly, Pamela Ballantine, Alan Graham, Tina and Ian McKenzie.

The Belfast Community Gospel Choir.

WOMEN IN BUSINESS LOVE ME BALL The inaugural Women in Business Love Me Ball took place on Thursday 14th February in the spectacular setting of St. Anne’s Cathedral. The ball was an exclusive night of world-class entertainment with a scrumptious five-course gala banquet. A raffle draw took place and raised vital funds for the important work of Women in Business in supporting all women to reach their full potential. Prizes included £1,500 worth of diamonds courtesy of Fred J Malcolm and a two-night break for two people to Paris courtesy of Beyond Business Travel.

www.womeninbusinessni.com Rebecca McNicholas, Neil Dalzell and Kathryn Tweedie from ND Events.

Deirdre Heenan, Tina McKenzie and Joanne McBrien.

Karen and Chris English.

The Love Me Ball at St. Anne’s Cathedral.

Michael King and Margaret Keys.

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Mark Dunlop (HM Coastguard), Coleraine Grammar senior finance officer Trevor McKirgan, Alistair Simpson (HM Coastguard), Tom, Beni and Laura McAllister.

Adam McCallion (Deloitte) with pupils Chloe Millar, Stephanie Millar and Amelia Murray.

Romy Orr, Camilla Long (Bespoke Communications), Emma Mulholland and Kathryn Boyce.

COLERAINE GRAMMAR CAREERS FAIR Coleraine Grammar School recently hosted a Careers Fair, which saw enthusiastic participation from pupils and their parents from across the school. Over 70 exhibitors supported the event, including local businesses, global firms and long-standing Northern Ireland employers. The NHS, PSNI, Armed Forces, Coastguard and RNLI also attended, along with universities from Northern Ireland, the Republic of Ireland and around the UK. Higher Level Apprenticeships were a highlight. The Fair was organised by Ms Hilary West-Hurst, Associate Senior Teacher Community Liaison, along with a supportive team of teaching colleagues, the Headmaster, Dr. David Carruthers and the Board of Governors. The event was generously sponsored by WD Meats.

Board of Governors President Fred Mullan with Kathryn McKinney from event sponsor WD Meats, Headmaster Dr. David Carruthers and Hilary West-Hurst, Associate Senior Teacher Community Liaison.

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Adam Pollock (Royal Navy), Yvonne Currie, Headmaster Dr. David Carruthers, Leah Currie and Nigel Kane (Royal Navy).

Melissa Donnell (PWC) with Archie Block and mum Lisa.

Shadea Richmond, Liz Simpson (CAFRE) and Christine Spence.

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Cate Pennington, Jo Sheppard, Scott McKenzie-Cook and Rachel Bateson.

Frances Still and Rob James.

TIM PEAKE’S SPACECRAFT EXHIBITION LAUNCH National Museums NI invited guests to a preview of the Ulster Transport Museum’s highly anticipated exhibition of the space capsule, which British astronaut Tim Peake travelled in from the International Space Station back to Earth in 2016. The Tim Peake’s Spacecraft exhibition, presented by Samsung and the Science Museum Group, includes the Soyuz capsule – complete with char marks on its outer body from its re-entry into Earth’s atmosphere – and is displayed along with its 25-metre diameter parachute. Special guests included Dame Mary Archer, Chair of the Science Museum Group, aeronautical engineer and scientist and astronaut candidate, Norah Patten and nine-year-old space enthusiast Hayden Geraghty. Kathryn Thomson (Chief Executive of National Museums NI), Dame Mary Archer, Chair of the Science Museum Group and Tracey Meharg, Permanent Secretary for Department for Communities.

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Linda Nolan (Samsung), National Museums NI Chairman Miceal McCoy, Chair of the Science Museum Group, Dame Mary Archer and National Museums NI Chief Executive, Kathryn Thomson.

Aeronautical engineer and scientist and astronaut candidate, Norah Patten who is scheduled to be Ireland’s first astronaut.

Ita McCoy with Caolan McGuinness and Gemma Nugent.

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Megan North and Lauren Ellis.

The bespoke birthday cake.

Surprise 30th birthday party Megan North celebrated her 30th Birthday in style as her family and friends surprised her with a party at Deaneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Restaurant. The unsuspecting Birthday Girl was treated to gifts from brands such as Tiffany and Pandora as well as a stunning Vivienne Westwood watch. Her mother, Bernie McGuinness, would like to thank family and friends for keeping the secret and making it such a memorable evening. She would also like to thank Michael Deane and the restaurant staff for their help. The birthday celebrations continued for Megan as she headed to Donegal for a mini break before jetting off to the bright lights of New York City with the lovely Lauren Ellis.

Meganâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s family and friends along with restaurant owner, Michael Deane.

Megan receiving her gifts.

Megan North and Lauren Ellis arrive at the surprise party.

Mother and daughter: Bernie McGuinness and Megan North.

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Shannen and Martine McGuinness.

A Warm Welcome Awaits You At Rosspark Hotel Kells, nestling in ten acres of Idyllic Co. Antrim countryside The Rosspark Hotel has unveiled its new Wedding Pavilion as part of a £750,000 refurbishment project at the hotel. It has been a very busy few months for the Rosspark team to finish off the total refurbishment of the Kells hotel. Director Keith Carmichael explains: “We started the building work on the Pavilion in November 2017 out in the grounds of the hotel to provide a stand alone building for wedding services. “We then commenced a programme of interior refurbishments in January. “Having spent a total of £750,000, we now feel that we have a very special product to offer discerning couples wanting that something more for their wedding day or civil ceremony.” The Wedding Pavilion seats up to 120 guests and comes with a host of the latest technology. Keith added: “We have the option to record your wedding service and are also able to stream the wedding service live worldwide to those who cannot attend the wedding.” The Wedding Pavilion, set in the wooded grounds, has lots of natural daylight and a feature window showcasing the tranquil gardens. It has been interior designed in a neutral theme with light wood upholstered pews, cream aisle carpet and beautiful light fittings. Meanwhile, within the hotel, the Ross Suite has been finished to a high standard including fitted fairy light backdrop curtains, new mirrors, carpeting and wall coverings. “The finishing touch is our stunning three ring chandelier,” Keith added. The Rosspark Hotel, Kells, is pleased to offer a ‘One Wedding a Day’ policy. Keith added: “Being a family run Hotel you will always receive a warm welcome.”

To view the Rosspark’s facilities, please contact the hotel directly on 028 25 891663 to arrange an appointment with a member of management team who will be happy to discuss your requirements. 20 Doagh Road, Kells, Ballymena, Co.Antrim BT42 3LZ T +44 028 2589 1663 F +44 028 2589 1477 E info@rosspark.com Visit our website at www.rosspark.com for details on our fantastic special offers.

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ONE CLIENT’S JOURNEY INTO THE WORLD OF MEDICAL AESTHETICS

Making the decision to embark on a medical aesthetic treatment such as anti-wrinkle injections may be common-place to some people but for others it’s a serious and considered thought process to take the leap from treatments offered in beauty salons to those offered in medical aesthetic clinics such as Woodford Medical. One of our newest clients *Mary Jane from Belfast shares her story with us.

“Since I celebrated my fortieth birthday six years ago, I have been aware that my face has been changing and not necessarily for the better. Where a dollop of a good thick moisturiser would plump out my skin and ease the appearance of my lines, when I was in my twenties and thirties, now they seem to just hang around. It was time to take some action! So I did my research and looked for an established clinic and then really explored the work of the medical staff within it to make sure I felt comfortable to put my face in their hands. Woodford Medical seemed to tick all the boxes for me as it was established over 15 years ago and their nurse prescriber Kerry Blain looked kind and approachable with all the right credentials for me. I phoned to book an appointment with Kerry at the Belfast clinic and I was really impressed with the

knowledge and helpfulness of the treatment advisor on the phone who answered my initial questions without hesitation. The day of my appointment came and with some trepidation I arrived at the Woodford Medical clinic on the Lisburn Road. My nerves were quickly calmed by Kerry as she is such a warm character and she assured me during my initial consultation that she could treat the lines quite easily and prevent them getting any deeper. During my procedure Kerry did lots of small injections in what she termed as a light sprinkling between my eyebrows, across my forehead and around the eyes. She informed me that it would take between four and fourteen days to fully take effect but would make me another appointment in two weeks to make sure that I was totally happy with the outcome and provide a tweak if necessary. I am absolutely delighted with the results of these anti-wrinkle injections and can’t quite believe it took me six years to pluck up the courage to have them. As for my husband, he still hasn’t twigged that I have had anything done but he thinks that my yoga classes are doing wonders for my new relaxed and refreshed looks.”

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and unwinding in the health suite where you may wish to indulge yourself with a treatment or two? Alternatively, you can enjoy the fantastic atmosphere and mouth-watering food created by our talented chefs in our restaurant, ‘The Curious Fox’ which provides the ultimate experience in fine dining in a relaxed and comfortable atmosphere. We have a dedicated team who specialise in tailoring your wedding day to fit your every need and, as far as we’re concerned, from the moment you walk through the doors of Edenmore, our home is your home which means your wedding is our wedding and we will do everything we can to help you form the most cherished memories of your wedding day. Edenmore is set in the most picturesque, peaceful surroundings and is only five minutes from the motorway and fifteen minutes from Lisburn providing a fantastic central location for your guests. For the happy couple, you don’t even need to worry about the journey home because one of the many gifts Edenmore provides is complimentary overnight accommodation for our newlyweds! With our strict one wedding per day policy, no weekend fees or minimum number of wedding guests, our team at Edenmore are confident in creating the perfect day that you have always dreamt of!

the jharna-Balti Brilliant! The Jharna Indian restaurant on Belfast’s Lisburn Road picked up the ‘Best Restaurant Award’ at this year’s Irish Curry Awards. The glittering ceremony took place at the Pillo Hotel, Ashbourne, County Meath, and the awards, now in their third year, were founded by local businessman, Ali Askir. They celebrate the valuable contribution made by Asian restaurants to the local economy and communities throughout all counties of Ireland. The event was sponsored by Cobra Beer, Just Eat Ireland, and supported by Risk Alliance, MR Foods, Robot Coupe, dbds, Pembrooke Wines, Asian Restaurateurs, and M.R.S.

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Keith Gamble, Shirley Clerkin, Cllr David Maxwell, Chairman, Monaghan County Council, Ian Crozier, Nicola Payne and Allen McAdam.

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BURNS BY THE LAGAN Titanic Belfast was the setting for Burns by the Lagan, a spectacular musical celebration to celebrate the life and legacy of iconic Scottish poet, Robert Burns, hosted by the Ulster Scots Agency. Celebrated Scottish musicians, Phil Cunningham MBE, Aly Bain and Eddi Reader made the journey across the water to entertain a packed venue, alongside some of the best young talent Ulster has to offer. Acclaimed Scottish actor David Hayman also made an appearance reciting some of Burnsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; best-loved works of poetry.

www.ulsterscotsagency.com Arlene Foster MLA and Dr Katy Radford MBE.

Ian Crozier, Andy McGregor Snr, Andy McGregor Jr, Martha McGregor and David Gilliland.

Nelson McCausland, Joanne Bunting MLA, William Humphrey MLA, Michelle McIlveen MLA, Arlene Foster MLA and Ian Crozier, Chief Executive, Ulster-Scots Agency.

Singing sensation Andy Calderwood pictured with wife Sharon and son Caleb.

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John Leckey, Janet Leckey, Elaine Crozier, Ian Crozier, Anne Hutchinson and Professor Wesley Hutchinson.

Ian Crozier, Chief Executive, Ulster-Scots Agency, the late John Kelly, Arlene Foster MLA, Nelson McCausland and David Gilliland.

Ian Crozier, Mukesh Sharma DL, MBE and Cllr David Maxwell, Chairman, Monaghan County Council.

Professor Derek Boyd, Mr & Mrs Ronnie Foreman, Richard Hanna, Director of Education and Language and Professor Sir Desmond Rea, OBE.

Members of the Ulster-Scots Agency Juvenile Pipe Band join in Auld Lang Syne.

Piper Alan MacPherson from world champion Field Marshall Montgomery Pipe Band.

Scottish folk music legends Aly Bain MBE and Phil Cunningham MBE.

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Pictured are Primary 6 and 7 pupils from Oakfield Primary School in Carrickfergus with Vicky Logan, Oakfield Primary School; Aisling Press, Danske Bank and Carla McCoubrey, Action Mental Health.

DANSKE BANK RAISES £130,000 FOR CHILDREN’S MENTAL HEALTH Primary school children across Northern Ireland are set to benefit from a mental health education programme this year, thanks to money raised for Action Mental Health by Danske Bank’s employees and customers. Danske Bank has worked with its charity partner Action Mental Health since 2017 to raise awareness of mental health and money for the charity’s Healthy Me programme, which aims to positively promote mental health and social and emotional wellbeing in 8-11 year olds. To date, Danske Bank’s fundraising efforts have raised £130,000 for the charity. This means they were able to bring Healthy Me to 1,928 children and 374 adults in 2018 and will reach a further 1,375 children and 195 teachers and parents this year. Aisling Press, Head of Branch Banking at Danske Bank said: “We believe that as the largest bank in Northern Ireland we have a responsibility to contribute to the local communities we serve and play our part in addressing issues that affect wider society.

“In Northern Ireland one in five adults are affected by mental ill-health at some stage in their lives. But it is not just something that concerns adults, children are affected by mental health issues too. Research shows that 50% of all adult mental health problems are developed by the age of 14. Through our support of Action Mental Health’s Healthy Me, we want to improve the outlook for our future generation.” Action Mental Health’s Chief Executive, David Babington, added: “The Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health Ireland recently reported that children and young people’s mental health in Northern Ireland remains at crisis point. While this is extremely worrying, it reinforces the need for early intervention and educational programmes like Healthy Me. “The theme for Children’s Mental Health Week 2019 was ‘Healthy: Inside and Out’ something that is reflected in our programmes for children and young people. We focus on promoting mental well-being alongside physical well-being,

encouraging participants to engage in the five ways to well-being, to help support the development of coping skills and emotional resilience. “We rely on Danske Bank’s support to enable us to deliver Healthy Me sessions across Northern Ireland and would like to thank them for their generosity.” Oakfield Primary School in Carrickfergus recently benefited from Healthy Me, Vicky Logan a P6 teacher at the school said: “We found the session with Action Mental Health incredibly valuable. Mental health issues can affect the youngest to the oldest in society but as adults we have better tools to cope with it. Healthy Me will have taught the children some important skills that they will be able to carry with them throughout their lives.” The partnership between Danske Bank and Action Mental Health is set to continue in 2019 and includes volunteering, education initiatives for the charity’s clients and wellbeing support for Danske employees.

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The Last Laugh

Tim McGarry, on tour with a new Give My Head Peace, is in great demand. He discusses Brexit, comedy, integrated education and the civilised glass of wine on the tour bus with Jane Hardy.

In case there’s a ‘no deal’ Brexit on March 29, prudent comedian Tim McGarry has been stocking up on essentials. “Yeah, I’m stockpiling Prosecco,” he admits down the line from St Anne’s Cathedral church hall where he and the Give My Head Peace gang have been rehearsing for their new tour. He adds that there is another upside to Britain’s plan to leave the EU. “Northern Ireland is centre stage now, and it’s great.” Although if you follow McGarry on Twitter, you’ll have noticed his wry comparisons between Brexit and majorly bad choices. “I said it was like somebody cutting off their leg so they’d walk better,” he says. You have to wonder whether Mr McGarry (54, as he finally tells me with engaging reluctance) is embarking on a new career. Recently he appeared on BBC Radio 4’s heavyweight Today programme when it came to Belfast to talk about the B-word and related

troubles with a small t, instead of the Northern Irish Troubles whose fall-out he manages to make droll in Give My Head Peace. Asked about this new direction, he laughs. “I enjoyed the gig. It was at the University of Ulster, with John Humphrys on a screen in London, and Justin Webb here. There was a small audience as it was very early but I told a couple of jokes and got a laugh, which was good.” McGarry’s performance was very impressive and showed a new side to this clever guy. But isn’t Brexit so crazy that it is now beyond satire? “Funnily enough, I think the British government is making it up as they go along, nobody has a plan. There’s a programme on BBC NI tonight, Soft Border Patrol, and it is totally improvised. The UK politicians are like a comedy improv group at the moment and the problem is, comedy improv groups, unlike Soft Border Patrol, aren’t always funny.” McGarry says sagely: 72

“We’ve all became Brexit experts, talking about World Trade rules, backstops and Norway Plus as if we understand it. But nobody has a f***ing clue!” Of course, the material is all great copy for McGarry’s new touring production of Give My Head Peace. Twenty years on from the first show, Tim McGarry admits that he and Uncle Andy and Cal and Dympna and Ma won’t be allowed to hang up their coats any time soon. “A few years ago, we thought about stopping but the theatres said audiences really wanted us to continue.” So there is a new tour running until March 16, taking in venues from Enniskillen to Lagan Valley and including longer runs at the Grand Opera House (March 10-16) and a couple of nights at the Millennium Centre, Derry-Londonderry. McGarry sounds enthused at what he describes as a kind of reunion. “Being on tour isn’t as rock and roll as it was. Well, I’ve told you my age. We do have a civilised glass of wine, though, in the back of the bus coming back from a gig. It’s fun, like a holiday for us.” Having been allowed to rehearse in a space belonging to St Anne’s Cathedral, Tim McGarry agreed to host the charity cheque presentation gig as a quid pro quo. “That was a lovely event and it’s a great cause, typical Northern Ireland.” In terms of the show itself, the GMHP mob aren’t afraid of tackling the tough stuff going on. In a humorous way, of course. Tim McGarry elaborates. “Michelle O’Neill, the Sinn Fein leader here, speaks rather quickly so we have an edict sent out whereby the Shinners all have to speak even quicker on the media so it won’t be noticed. On the

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Unionist side, we imagine them painting a mural featuring Jacob Rees-Mogg on a wall in a Republican area.” McGarry admits that some subjects can be a real headache, even for a seasoned humorist. “One politician who’s difficult to satirize is Donald Trump. If you joke about him doing something outrageous, he’s already doing something more outrageous. I saw a cartoon recently with the cartoonist working on Trump and a friend breaks in to say ‘Stop, he’s already done it.’” Tim McGarry started out in his professional life as a lawyer, having studied the subject at Queen’s University. He comes from a Catholic background, and from a family of high achievers. His father was a surgeon at the Mater Hospital. He says now: “My mother was a nurse but when they married and had six children, one of whom died, she gave up her job. She then raised us, as women did at the time.” I ask whether she castigated him for leaving a relatively cushy job as a solicitor, latterly at the Equality Commission, for a life in the precarious theatrical business. Apparently, she did. He says: “She said ‘Why would you leave that?’ I’m only sorry my father didn’t live to see me succeed. I was

lucky in that when I started doing comedy full-time, the Equality Commission let me have time off but I had a job to return to if it didn’t work out.” Succeed he certainly did. What’s interesting is that while Mr McGarry was working in Shaftesbury Square in Belfast, he handled work that has relevance to the MeToo campaign. He reveals: “I don’t think women mistakenly report things that haven’t happened. Why would you, with all the trouble. They report crimes that have happened. We all need to be kind to one another.” McGarry’s views have led him to take on interesting roles. He is a patron of the Humanist Association and a spokesperson for the integrated education cause. Although, as McGarry has admitted, he eventually opted to send his two sons to his own alma mater, St Malachy’s College, saying: “Yes, I’m a hypocrite but the integrated school we looked at didn’t have football and that was important.” At the moment, Tim McGarry is one busy guy. He hosts the extremely funny The Blame Game, a topical comic comment show on BBC One, which has just been recommissioned for two new series. In terms of writing, he reveals that working on the new Give My Head Peace

Guests enjoy the Afternoon Tea at Ulster Reform Club.

isn’t as tough as it might be because there are three authors: McGarry, Damon Quinn and Michael McDowell. “It works as a threesome, which is unusual as most comedy writers work in twos or alone. If one person’s off colour, there’s somebody else to pick up the slack. And there are two editors - if two people find something funny, it’s in.” The team, works quickly and can produce a sketch in two weeks. The work is non-stop, with Perforated Ulster, that won a UK Sony, on BBC Radio Ulster, so how does Tim McGarry chill? He admits: “I’m very busy now, I need a holiday.” Recently McGarry and his wife Caroline took a city break in Budapest. “It was wonderful. I don’t do hot weather trips. I like going to Culdaff, Donegal, where we have a house. Ireland is wonderful.” In terms of his career, would McGarry say the Troubles have been good to him? He recently revealed that his family, who lived in a large house in the Fortwilliam area of North Belfast, were firebombed out one night in 1981 in a sectarian attack. He thinks about his answer. “Not quite, mine is Good Friday Agreement humour. But we like laughing at disaster here. It’s how we get through.”

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Ul ster reform c l ub : history of the tiara The Ulster Reform Club saw sparkle and sophistication at every turn as an Afternoon Tea was held which explored the history of the tiara. Hosted by Member, Mark Blackburne, guests in attendance enjoyed a chilled glass of champagne whilst a presentation was given. Guests learned about the historical importance of the tiara which was brought to life with replicas of some of the most definitive pieces.

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Mark Blackburne shows a replica of the ‘Cambridge Lovers Knot’.

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ISLAND ARTS CENTRE Gràinne Maher, Elin Johnston, Rachel Fitzpatrick: Collected Presence Preview: 9 April at 7.30pm, runs until 18 April. Three renowned Irish female designers will be coming together to explore the possibilities of linen and its local legacy for cutting-edge design.

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Paul Stafford: This Modern Life Friday 10 May, 8pm, £8 The iconic and internationallyrenowned Belfast hairdresser talks in an honest and unapologetic way about growing up in Northern Ireland and how it shaped him.

Paul Costelloe is one of the most established names in British and Irish Fashion. His own-name fashion house has been a leader in the use of hand-crafted, luxurious fabrics, cutting-edge design, innovation and creativity. From Design Assistant to Princess Diana’s favourite designer, Paul Costelloe talks about his career, the fashion world, life and creativity.

Stephen Dow’s (of HeraldBLACK) exhibition Pym Preview: Thursday 7 March, runs until Friday 5 April Dow is a printmaker based in London and a graduate of the Belfast School of Art. His prints have been selected by Anthropologie, Pringle and Little and Brown Book Group. This show tackles the controversial 1972 Brutalist extension to the Ulster Museum by architect Francis Pym and features stunning prints and collage work by Dow.

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Katharine Walker Current Miss NI

How would you describe your style? I would say my day-to-day style is quite relaxed. I love keeping up with what is currently trending on the high street. If I’m going to a Miss Northern Ireland event and get to dress up my go to shop is Rosie’s Closet in Newry; they always make sure I have a stunning gown for any occasion. I love wearing bright block colours because I feel they really stand out in pictures. What are your wardrobe staples that you can’t live without? Every winter I invest in a coat, generally a neutral colour. It sounds dull but this way it goes with everything and you can add a pop of colour with a scarf or what you have on underneath! I think investing in a sturdy handbag is a must! A classic shape that will always be in style. And finally I think any outfit can be dressed up with a pair of statement earrings. I think I brought over 40 pairs to Miss World with me! Do you have a favourite designer or high street brand? The vast majority of my wardrobe would be high street. I currently love Stradivarius for their trousers, they just fit my shape so well! But to be quite honest I will shop anywhere, especially if there is a sale on! I pride myself on getting a bargain. Someone once said to me, why is it when you compliment a woman on an item of clothing, she will gleefully announce how much she got it on sale for?! This is me all over. I have really small feet so I absolutely raid shoe sales! Do you have any style icons? I really love Blake Lively’s style. She mixes feminine with harsh shapes, and always keeps it classic without being old fashioned. She also knows how to accessorise! But personally, I tend to follow local bloggers and keep up with their style because I think I see this as more relatable to me. Do you have a different wardrobe for your work life and social life? Working as a nurse we have to wear scrubs. Socks are the only part of the uniform we can control so I like to change it up with funky patterns, the more garish the better! It can get pretty competitive at Christmas for who has the most festive socks on! For Miss Northern Ireland duties I am dressed by Rosie’s Closet. Their selection is just incredible; every shape, colour or pattern you can imagine. So I am absolutely spoilt for choice when it comes to dressing for events! I live a double life when it comes to work clothes, from scrubs and trainers to sequins and heels! I have found though that my crown goes with almost every ensemble! How has your style changed over the years? I think as I’ve got older I have stopped trying to wear clothes that my friends wear. There are certain shapes of tops that just don’t flatter me. For example I used to have a multitude of stringy cami tops that do not suit me in the slightest but I wore them because my friends did. I have accepted that I’m not super girly when it comes to how I dress, that I’m casual day to day but I can turn on the glam when I need to. What are your fashion pet peeves? I generally don’t have any. I used to look at outfits and think why on earth would you wear that? But now I think, if you’re comfortable, if you feel good in that outfit then who cares? Let your own personal style show, because that’s who you are. Any outfit will look well if it’s worn with confidence!

On location at The Broken Shaker, dress by Rosie’s Closet.

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Craig Gilroy

Ulster Rugby Player How would you describe your style? I would describe my style as smart casual, leaning more to the side of casual. It is always nice to dress up on occasions, whether it be a wedding or work event but generally I like to wear something causal such as skinny jeans and a nice t-shirt. What are your wardrobe staples that you can’t live without? I couldn’t live without my shoe collection. I have a bit of OCD when it comes to my shoes, I recently got new wardrobes with a great storage section just for my shoes so I can see them all on display, from boots, to trainers etc. Do you have a favourite high street or designer brand? My favourite high street store is Zara. It is such a shame that the Belfast store is closed due to the Primark fire, I found myself going into town a couple of times to shop in Zara and unfortunately it is still closed. Under Armour is great for sports wear, the fit is perfect, it is such a quality brand. Do you have any style icons? There is no one who springs to mind, I feel my style is quite unique and prefer to follow my own rules when it comes to style. Sometimes I get it right, people will ask me where I buy certain things, then other times I get it wrong and people are quick to point out my style fails. How has your style changed over the years? I feel that my choice of brands has changed over the years. Previously I liked shopping in Hollister and Jack Wills but now I prefer clothes that aren’t too try hard or too fussy. Keeping it plain and simple can be more effective, for example I would wear a pair of black skinny jeans and a black top. What are your fashion pet peeves? I am not a fan of over-the-top patterned shirts. I remember going to a party and the theme was to wear a crazy patterned shirt but I been out on a few occasions and seen people wearing them for real, they just don’t really appeal to me. But I am a great believer in ‘each to their own’, personal style is completely unique.

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Style & Substance

Style scales WHAT’S HOT

Hair accessories Clips. Barrettes. Bows. Bands. We can’t get enough! They’re all over the red carpet and are the perfect way to dress up your ‘do this season. If you’re getting hitched this year, why not try a few vintage brooches worn through a braided updo, as seen on Emily Blunt at the Golden Globes?

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Beauty spot Katherine Sykes, Make-up Artist @ Kevin Kahan ‘It’s essential at this time of year to gently free the skin from the debris left by environmental forces – wind, cold and central heating. I swear by Elemis Dynamic Resurfacing Pads, £39 for 60, which exfoliate without stripping the skin, leaving your face super-smooth and hydrated. Make-up goes on like a dream afterwards!’

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Allow the SD Kells Betty Barclay Spring/Summer 2019 collection to inspire you with beautiful prints and a variety of colours. The bright patterned summer dresses, already eagerly anticipating holidays and sun, really come into their own as the weather begins to warm up. For cooler evenings, our outdoor jackets and coats, which can be either sporty or fashionable, complement them perfectly. Why not have a look at what SD Kells can do for your Spring wardrobe. Ladies’ Fashion departments in our stores in Omagh, Banbridge, Lurgan, Enniskillen, Lisnaskea & Irvinestown.

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The Story Of Davines THE DAVINES GROUP INAUGURATION OF THE NEW COMPANY HEADQUARTERS The Davines Group, which specialises in professional products for hair and skin care, inaugurated its new headquarters just outside Parma. The inauguration of the new company headquarters is a strategic step forward for the Davines Group on its path to strengthen and increase production, training and research activities. Not only that. It also becomes a tangible symbol of the journey inspired by the ideal of Sustainable Beauty that has been motivating the Group’s actions. The Davines Village therefore stands as the highest expression of all the values behind the company’s history. An ethical ideal that constantly promotes positive impact for humanity and the environment, to ensure that beauty be always authentic and sustainable.

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Our History 1983 The Bollati family founded Davines in Parma, Italy. The company starts its journey as a research laboratory specialising in manufacturing top quality products for hair and skin treatments on behalf of internationally renowned cosmetics houses. 1993 The Davines trademark is born as a brand of beauty products intended for

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professional customers, which are designed, formulated and manufactured at its headquarters and laboratories in Parma. 1996 The cosmetics division (comfort zone) is founded to work for the most distinguished thermal spas and beauty centres. 2004 - 2007 Davines becomes an international brand and branches are opened in

Davines is a family-owned, international hair care brand distributed in 70 countries around the world, guided by the principle of sustainable beauty. Since the beginning, we’ve focused on crafting quality products that are scientifically engineered to work, and express our distinctive style and spirit. Our style is a reflection of our curiosity and openness to the world – different cultures, customs, and people that truly inspires us.

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London, Paris, Mexico City and New York. 2010 Davines Academy opens in London, and an exclusive collaboration begins with Angelo Seminara, who becomes Davines Artistic Director. 2013 Davines Academy opens in Paris. 2014 Opening of the new branch in

Deventer, Netherlands. 2015 Opening of the new academy in New York. Our brand is distributed in 95 countries a multicultural staff from 31 different countries. 2016 Davines achieves B Corporation Certification. 2018 Davines Village in Parma opens its doors.

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We thought about this line as a pure expression of a client’s desire. There are no downsides of any kind in terms of permanent colour implications, so everybody can feel as free as he/she likes to change their hair colour as he/she can change opinion or view. Every hue of colour represents a single identity, potentially picked and chosen by a single individuality.

Why Davines Salons Should Buy “View”? Offer a natural and innovative tone on tone system Guarantees high performances in colour results and for the hair structure’s protection Allows to approach a broader target of clients, increasing the number of colour services Easy to use, even for the less experienced member of the salons’ staff Valuable and fast colour service to deliver Allows to increase the frequency between different colour services and consequently client’s visits in salon Enhance sustainability commitment: biodegradable formula and recycled packaging Versatile colour line to be use as a stand-alone or combined with existing colour services Allows to stimulate hairdresser’s creativity, having the chance to customize and mix the nuances

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Arts Diary

“The Arts helps us understand and evolve our national identity amid change”

Kellie Burch kellie@ulstertatler.com

allianz arts & business awards The Allianz Arts & Business Awards - the only arts awards in Northern Ireland - recognised the dynamic relationship between culture and commerce at a recent celebratory evening at the Lyric Theatre. Over 250 guests were welcomed with a Diageo drinks reception and tunes from DJ Kwa Daniels of Bounce Culture before being offered the opportunity to visit the impressive Set Design exhibition which was located in the Naughton Studio. Compered by Dr Wendy Austin MBE, the awards ceremony, held in the Danske Bank Theatre, featured speeches from Tracy Meharg, Permanent Secretary, Department for Communities; Damian Smyth, Arts Council of NI; and Martin Bradley MBE and Mary Nagele of Arts & Business NI. Also speaking at the awards, Peter Kilcullen, Allianz, said: “The Arts helps us understand and evolve our national identity amid change – serving as a compass, enabling society to navigate the unknown and renew in a continuously changing world. Whilst this is true and well acknowledged what is perhaps in need of amplification is that the arts sector also contributes significantly to the commercial and financial health of NI.” The award pieces for 2019 were beautifully designed and crafted by local artist and silversmith Claire Mooney. Whilst the nominees in the 10 categories clearly all had lashings of creativity, talent and dedication, the big winners on the night included, Forestside Shopping Centre, who were named winner of the Business of the Year Award for its partnerships with several professional music festivals across NI; Belfast Photo Festival who scooped the Arts Award for its progressive and creative approach to business partnership; Rachel Kennedy of EastSide Arts, who won the Cultural Fundraiser of the Year and the Whitehead Wombles who were chosen as winners of the Allianz Community Art Award. In addition to the awards, the evening shone a light on local talent. First we were treated to a rowdy and captivating snippet of Rough Girls by Tara Lynne O’Neill, a new commission by the Lyric Theatre. Next it was a mesmerising and striking scene from The Doppler Effect, an original show by Belfast composer Conor Mitchell and The Belfast Ensemble. Finally, rounding the evening off in inimitable style, was the cast of Good Vibrations performing ‘Teenage Kicks’ to the obvious delight of the audience. After an evening celebrating the pioneering partnerships between arts and business, it was more apparent than ever the vital role arts play in the community. With this sector being seriously underfunded, the Allianz Arts & Business Awards showcased more than ever the importance of the support from local businesses and how this alliance allows the arts to remain sustainable whilst the benefits of this exchange will leave a legacy that can be treasured by all who are touched by it. The Allianz Arts & Business Awards took place on 24 January 2019.

Joe Linsday and Carolyn Mathers.

Peter Kilcullen (Allianz) with A&B NI CEO Mary Nagele.

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Ronan McHugh and Suzanne Stanley.

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O P E N I N G O F L eonardo da V i nc i e x h i b i t i on In one of the most ambitious launches I have attended, it was to the Ulster Museum for the preview of one of twelve exhibitions to simultaneously open across the UK to mark the 500th year since the death of Leonardo da Vinci. The evening saw guests - including the Countess of Caledon; Director of the Northern Ireland Museums Council, Chris Bailey; National Museums NI’s Micael McCoy; and ArtTalks’ Amanda Croft - congregate in the welcome area where they were treated to delicious canapés from Yellow Door. Before we were invited to level four to glimpse the exhibition first hand, we were greeted by a wonderful video message from His Royal Highness The Prince of Wales, who is Chairman of the Royal Collection Trust which organised the nationwide event. Entitled Leonardo da Vinci: A Life in Drawing, the collection consists of 12 drawings which reflect Leonardo’s expansive knowledge of architecture, anatomy, engineering, cartography and botany. As I examined the exquisite pieces, which include The Head of St Anne, made around 1510, and an anatomical drawing from 1489, The Skull Sectioned, I had the opportunity to chat to Theresa-Mary Morton, Head of Exhibitions, Royal Collection Trust. Speaking of how beautifully the exhibition has been displayed, she said: “It speaks volumes to the quality of the work that in a space often reserved for oil paintings, the drawings do not look overwhelmed.” When I asked why people should make an effort to view the exhibition, she remarked: “You can see the marks, which one of the greatest minds that ever lived, made on paper. Sketching is something that is inherent in humans and you learn so much more about this remarkable man by looking at his drawings. It is an intimacy you have between the work of art and the artist.” I also had a chance to talk to Fionnuala Jay-O’Boyle, Lord Lieutenant of Belfast, about the impressive opening message from His Royal Highness. She explained that he has an unmistakable passion for the Royal Collections and his aim is to ensure they are as accessible to as many people as possible. The intricate details found in each of da Vinci’s pieces is remarkable and upon speaking to Anne Stewart, Senior Curator of Art at National Museums NI, she suggested the best way to fully appreciate the collection was to visit more than once as each viewing will uncover more subtle details of these striking drawings. Armed with a copy of the catalogue from the exhibition - available at reception for £9.99 - I am going to do my homework and make a return trip top of my to-do list. Leonardo da Vinci: A Life in Drawing runs at the Ulster Museum until 6 May 2019. Admission to the exhibition is free.

Gillian O’Neill and Gary Shivers.

Theresa-Mary Mo rton, Royal Colle ction Trust, and Anne Stewa rt, National Muse ums NI.

Mark Shields and Amanda Croft.

Daniel Harvey, Lady Bloomfield MBE, Rosemary Kelly and Sir Kenneth Bloomfield.

Anne Stewart with Countess of Caledon and Mark Donnelly.

Theresa-Mary Morton with Micael McCoy (National Museums NI) and Belfast Lord Lieutenant Fionnuala Jay-O’Boyle. Chris and Frances Bailey.

Myra and Ernest Parker, Gillian and Rodger Neilly.

Colin and Geraldine Catney with Anne Earls Boylan.

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Women Aloud NI members at the ‘Faces of Change’ festival, pictured with Jon Kerr and Neil Watt.

Cathy Carson and Eleanor Campbell.

Karen Mooney with Jon Kerr and Neil Watt.

Maria McGilly and Byddi Lee.

W omen A lo u d N I at M o u nt S tewart The Faces of Change: Votes for Women exhibition, which was run at Mount Stewart in partnership with the National Portrait Gallery and National Trust NI, came to a spectacular close recently with a Women Aloud NI literary event. Founded by Jane Talbot, this group of female writers - inspired by the Faces of Change exhibition, which was display in the historic location since November - focused on themes of women and power, voice and identity during two exclusive readings of their unique writing. From poetry to prose, Karen Mooney; Byddi Lee; Gaynor Kane; Trish Bennett; Kerry Buchanan; Liz Weir; Moyra Donaldson; Kelly Creighton; Kendra Reynolds and Anne McMaster captivated the audience as they each performed

Show Director Pauline Carville, Prod ucer Robin Elliott and Niamh Flanagan.

their specific pieces. Each reading was enthralling, but the one that shook me most was Byddi Lee’s dark exploration into the relationship between a mother and son. Of the event, Karen Mooney, commented: “I believe the collective impact of women writers coming from across Northern Ireland, sharing their work in a wonderful setting so closely associated with the campaign for women’s rights, will place the history and context of the exhibition within an everyday framework. The event will powerfully echo the ethos of Lady Edith, Marchioness of Londonderry, as well as encouraging the development of women’s writing in Northern Ireland.” Speaking to Tara Craig of the National Trust, she informed me how rare it was for an event to be held in Mount Stewart’s

Members of girl band Second Nature: Rwanda Shaw, Tammy Corbett and Cathy O’Kane.

dining room. This exquisite space is rich with historical significance and as a setting, it added a real gravitas to proceedings. Also in attendance were Jon Kerr, Mount Stewart General Manager, and Neil Watt, Mount Stewart House and Collections Manager, who said: “It has been a wonderful year for Mount Stewart and the National Trust celebrating women and power and the centenary of women gaining the vote. But here it means more to us than perhaps in many other places simply because our central protagonist, Lady Edith, Marchioness of Londonderry, who lived here until 1959, was an ardent suffragist and beside that was a wonderful campaigner in every way for diversity, equality and inclusion.” Woman Aloud NI at Mount Stewart took place on 2nd February.

Carly McCullough and Ciara McAree.

Grace Cunningham and Eoin Cummings.

open i ng n i g h t of dna at t h e baby grand The Baby Grand in the Grand Opera House, Belfast, was recently transformed for the opening night of Dennis Kelly’s black comedy, DNA. Staged by Apollo Arts directed by Pauline Carville and produced by Robin Elliott - the play is a powerful story which focuses on leadership, trust, and human nature. When a group of friends learn of the death of one of the gang, after an episode of bullying gets out of hand, a cover up is initiated to plant some fake DNA on an unsuspecting patsy. Initially the group seem to find harmony in the joint deception but soon the cover up begins to unravel and the question is, how far will they go to keep their secret safe? DNA is a provocative tale. The direction and production of this specific adaptation was inventive, with the stage setting evoking

an intimacy, ensuring the audience felt very much a part of the chaos that ensued. The cast of this production included a number of up and coming stars including, Nathan

Donaghy, Eva Devine, Hannah Reilly, James Dougal, Nathan Jones, Caleb Dickie, Chloe Gilmore, Natalie Canavan, Emily Braiden, Caitlin Ferris and Josh Greenaway.

The young cast excel at making the roles their own; the quick fire dialogue was executed perfectly, the moments of dark humour were timed wonderfully and each performance was authentic and believable. Nathan Donaghy particularly excelled as Phil, who puts the cataclysmic plan into action. Although with very few lines, Donaghy radiates a mesmerising stage presence and uses physicality to fully complement his performance. Likewise, 96

Eva Devine as Leah provided an animated performance and truly shone as the conscience of the show, asking thoughtprovoking questions, reflecting not only on the behaviour of the group but of human kind as a species. Opening night of DNA saw a full house attend, including Niamh Flanagan, Executive Director of Theatre NI; and Rwanda Shaw, Tammy Corbett and Cathy O’Kane of girl band Second Nature. With many young people in the audience, it was wonderful to see first hand how exceptional Apollo Arts are at creating theatre for young people by young people and getting the next generation passionate about the arts.

DNA ran at the Baby Grand in the Grand Opera House from 4-6 February.

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Wedding Day Moments When and where did you get married? Christopher and I got married in St Colmans Church, Carrickfergus on 5th August 2018. We had our reception in the Loughshore Hotel in Carrickfergus and it was the most perfect day we could have wished for. Both our familes and friends travelled far and wide to join us for our wedding celebrations. We had a harpist called Emer Shearer to play at our ceremony and Threesacrowd to sing our hymns, it was everything I wanted and more. Can you describe your gown and why you chose it? I really felt like a princess on the day, I wore a Stella McCartney gown, which was antique cream in colour, which I thought suited my complexion. I picked the dress because it was exactly what I always dreamed I would wear, it had a lovely train and my veil was a little longer with the same lace detail. Lorraine Talfair from LA Bridal was my dressmaker and she was so encouraging about the gown, as I was worried about it after my operation from breast cancer, but she made sure pieces were added and taken away so that I was happy and she came and dressed me on the morning of the wedding and followed me to the church to fix my dress and veil so I could walk up the aisle with confidence. And the bridesmaid dresses? My bridesmaid dresses were purple, which is one of my favourite colours. They were made and fitted by Exquisite Bridal, they were very simple with a sweetheart neckline. They were lovely against my gown and I was so proud of how they looked on my two bridesmaids, Kathy and Frances. The bestman, groomsman and ushers were dressed in Prince Edward suits with a burgundy shoe, they had lovely paisley ties with the purple of the bridesmaids. They all looked very handsome 02 Ut brides

and they were dressed from Reds in Belfast, who really took time to match the suits with my colours. What other suppliers did you choose for the big day? We had a great photographer, Mark Barnes, he took some amazing photographs at the Glenoe Waterfall and at Sir Rodgers Quay and he was with us for the whole day. He never missed out on any of our special moments and made us feel so relaxed. The entertainment was fantastic, we had Threesacrowd, who sung and played at the church, then at the drinks reception and after the meal they played into the early hours - they were so good the dancefloor was never empty! The cars I chose were a Camper Van called Fozzie and a cream Beetle called Boo from Logibear VW Camper Vans because Christopher loves camper vans, so I allowed him some say! Our wedding favours were a donation to Action Cancer, which consisted of a lovely card with a message and a breast cancer pin, we felt it was a good way to help and support breat cancer awareness. What was the highlight of your day? I find it hard to highlight one part more than the others, but if I had to pick one, I think it would have to be having my son Conor walking me down the aisle, it was such an honour for both of us and really made me feel special and proud. Is there anything you would have changed? Christopher and I were so overwhelmed with the love and happiness that was shown to us on our special day, we can honestly say it was the best day of our lives and we would not change a single thing.

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Having worked in the make-up industry since her move to Belfast from Scotland 11 years ago, Samantha Weightman is widely regarded as one of Ireland’s top Make-up Artists. A multi-award winning and in demand freelance Make-up Artist, Samantha regularly works for the BBC and UTV, top model, production and advertising agencies as well as many of the country’s top magazines. With vast experience, Samantha specialises in Bridal Make-up offering bespoke packages to suit every bride as well as a host of other make-up services.

Working as a make-up artist was always my dream and 11 years on from changing careers and taking the plunge, I know with absolute certainty that it’s the best decision I’ve ever made! After a busy 2018 it’s been lovely to take advantage of the slightly quieter start of the year to get the big things finally done. Still busy with all my other make-up work, the down time from weddings has allowed me to have my new studio finished in preparation for this year’s wedding season. As a busy working mum who spends most of her time either in a TV studio, on a shoot location, in a bride’s home or hotel room, I wanted to provide my clients with a beautiful space to have their wedding trial. By appointment only and with exclusive use, my new studio is the perfect place to relax and enjoy your bridal make-up trial.

Also available for individual make-up bookings as well as special occasions, parties, lessons and group bookings, it’s the perfect place to bring your friends, open a bottle of bubbles and have a great time being beautified. In the spirit of ‘out with the old and in with the new’ (and issues with domain name ownership… don’t ask!), I felt it was time to close down my previous website and have a new one designed. Please check out my brand new website: www.samanthaweightman.co.uk For further information and to check my availability for your date please contact me through my new website www. samanthaweightman.co.uk or through Facebook, Instagram or directly by phone on 07866315279. Hope to hear from you soon! Samantha xx

To celebrate the launch of the new website and official opening of my New Studio I’m offering a special discount to readers of Ulster Tatler. To receive 20% off your Bridal Make-up package simply quote ‘MARCH TATLER’ to me during booking. This offer will be available for new 2019 and 2020 wedding bookings with deposits received before the end of May 2019.

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Brides -To -Be Did you have a say in the ring or was it a surprise? It was massive surprise. I had no idea it was going to happen. I’m still in shock David was able to keep it a secret for so long, I usually guess everything he’s up to and it took him months to pick the right ring. All his hard work paid off as he definitely picked the perfect ring for me, I love it. He knows how indecisive I am so it was probably easier for him that I wasn’t involved in the picking process.

Name: Meagan Boyd Age: 24 Wedding Date: 4th January 2020 Venue: Ceremony at 1st Ballyeaston Presbyterian church and reception at Lissanoure Castle. How did your fiancé propose? We were staying in my granny’s holiday home in the north coast for the weekend. When we arrived David disappeared off and when I went into the living room to find him there were fairy lights hung around the room. As I walked through the door he got down on one knee and asked me to marry him. That’s why he had insisted on stopping off to buy a bottle of prosecco on the drive up.

What was the first thing you planned for your wedding? The first thing we planned for our wedding was what size and style of wedding we wanted, so we made out a rough guest list. This meant we could pick venues which would best suit the numbers we were having. We fell in love with Lissanoure castle, it can give us the laid back day we want. Once we made sure the church was free on the same day we got it booked and our date was set. What has been the best part of planning the big day so far? I think sharing all of the excitement with all our family and friends has been the best part. Everyone is so happy for us and it’s really nice to give everyone something to look forward to. How many bridesmaids are you going to have? I am having three bridesmaids, my two

day. I didn’t suspect a thing when he called me down as if something was wrong. When I got downstairs, he was sitting on the sofa with a box sitting beside him. He then got down on one knee and popped the question. It was perfect as we got to go away and celebrate together before coming home and celebrating with family and friends! Did you have a say in the ring or was it a surprise? It was a complete surprise! I had dropped a few hints but didn’t think Chris was listening! I completely love my ring and think he picked better than I ever could!

Name: Sian Agnew Age: 24 Wedding Date: 31st August 2019 Venue: Ceremony at 1st Ballyeaston Presbyterian church and reception at Titanic Hotel, Belfast. How did your fiancé propose? Chris proposed the night before we went on holiday last July. We’d just been for a family dinner and came home to finish packing the suitcases before an early flight the next

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What was the first thing you planned for your wedding? The first thing we planned was the venue - we went to see about eight and we were very indecisive. We finally went for the Titanic Hotel Belfast and once that was booked all our other plans started coming together. What has been the best part of planning the big day so far? I have really enjoyed all the planning to date, but the highlight was when I found my wedding dress. It was something I wanted to be perfect and after being to five shops and not finding the one I was starting to get worried. That all changed when we went to Castle Couture in Galgorm and found my dream dress!

sisters and my best friend from school. I couldn’t imagine getting married without any one of them and I know they are the perfect people to have around me for all of the wedding preparations. What are you most looking forward to on the big day? I’m looking forward to David and I finally being able to properly start our lives together as husband and wife. I’m also looking forward to celebrating with all our friends and families and thanking them for everything they have done for us since we were little. What input has your fiancé had in the planning? David’s been really hands on and we’ve done everything together, he keeps me level headed. The only thing he hasn’t been involved in is picking my dress. Where do you hope to honeymoon? We have just started looking at the honeymoon recently. Because we are getting married in the winter we will probably go for somewhere in the Southern Hemisphere so it’s warm at that time of year. What do you have left to book? We got loads of the big things out the way quite quickly but still have quite a bit left to do. We need to get bridesmaid dresses, suits, flowers, decorations, invitations…the list goes on!

How many bridesmaids are you going to have? I am having two, my sister and best friend. Luckily they have both been really helpful and have got involved in the planning! They are working away on planning the hen party in June so I’m really looking forward to that. I am also having two of my nieces as flower girls. What are you most looking forward to on the big day? I am very excited to see all our plans come together and share our special day with all of our family and friends. What input has your fiancé had in the planning? Chris has been very involved from the start, he chose the venue because I was so indecisive and has helped with all the decisions to date. Where do you hope to honeymoon? We have booked to go to Australia and can’t wait! We’re going for three weeks, straight after the wedding and stop in The Palm in Dubai for a couple of days before heading to Sydney and travelling down the Gold Coast. What do you have left to book? We still need to pick our wedding rings, the men’s suits for the day and finalise the room décor.

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Fit for a Duchess The Hat House in Glenavy offers a bespoke hat hire service, with stunning headpieces created by top Irish milliners. Specialising in racing and wedding headpieces, The Hat House provides a personal styling service for those looking to elevate their look for that special occasion. Viewing is by appointment only, meaning customers are assured of a bespoke, personalised experience. Bags and accessories are also available to complete your look.

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An ideal destination for couples who desire a Bespoke Wedding in a stunning setting, Parkanaur is a dream venue hidden away in the middle of a forest. Licensed to hold civil or religious ceremonies, the venue can accommodate up to 120 guests, or for a smaller occasion the Drawing Room can accommodate receptions of up to 75 guests. Couples can choose to hold their wedding ceremony or reception in either the Long Gallery or Drawing Room. A marquee can be ordered and erected on the lawn if required. Photographic opportunities abound for the bride and groom; the exterior façade of the manor, not to mention its lush grounds and woodlands, including a rare herd of white fallow deer which can create the perfect backdrop for memorable photos. The venue’s authentic interior also offers plenty of scope for style images, from the Minstrel Gallery with Ireland’s reputedly oldest organ to the Long Gallery majestically lit by three perpendicular windows. Parkanaur offers a range of wedding packages to suit any taste and budget. The Wedding Manager or deputy will be on hand to assist in the planning details of the day to ensure your “Special Day” goes according to plan with a step-by-step guide. For more information: T: 028 8776 1336 E: marlene@parkanaurmanorhouse.co.uk/ events@parkanaurmanorhouse.co.uk W: www.parkanaurmanorhouse.com

FASHION TO FEEL AT EASE IN

A visit to Tom Morrow Fashions in Dungannon will open your pathway to spring. Here you will find styles and colours to fall in love with, quality that entices and fits that simply make you feel good. The staff in Tom Morrow Fashions have the ability and experience to guide you through the fabulous collections in store and help you choose the perfect outfit. Pay Tom Morrow a visit to ‘Experience the Difference.’ 26 Scotch Street, Dungannon.

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Logan & Daly Gemma Louise Logan and Kyle David Thomas Daly from Newtownards were married on 31st January 2018 at Clandeboye Lodge Hotel. Photography by Diane Murdoch.

Adding To The Experience We never take anything for granted. We’re always finding ways to remain fresh, innovative and contemporary – whether it’s our range of wedding packages, stylish details such as our beautiful new wedding chairs or our refurbished Diplomat bar with its magnificent traditional stone wall in our Viceroy Suite. At Clandeboye Lodge you’ll find your perfect alternative and with wedding packages from £50 per person, we cater for every taste and budget. Talk to our Wedding Team today on 028 9185 2500, or visit wedogreatweddings.com for more details. Your day. Our pleasure.

Find Your perfect alternative The Alternative, Alternative! Alternative wedding venues are absolutely in vogue. But many of them are just that – a venue. You can often be left to arrange everything else. Not at Clandeboye Lodge, where we take care of every little thing, making your day as perfect as possible. It’s All Here What’s more, everything you need is under one beautiful atmospheric roof. An amazing, historic venue, luxurious suites, gorgeous interiors and fantastic menus. Our award-winning 43bedroom hotel and the hugely popular Coq & Bull brasserie are just a short walk away through idyllic gardens and grounds.

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The Wardrobe 35 Main Street Ballyclare BT39 9AA T: 028 9332 2444

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Style watch Who? Designer: Galia Lahav Dress: Solange.

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House of Couture: Alegria Collection

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Portrayed by a vision of Latin Royalty, the Alegria collection depicts a regal Portuguese wedding emphasized through movements in the flow of each dress, rich embroidery, and lavish long trains. To enhance the romantic nature and admiration of the feminine body, the collection introduces new complimenting necklines and is designed with beaded and shimmery fabrics made of lace, tulle and silk.

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SAY ‘I DO’ TO ROE PARK’S NEW LUXURIOUS REFURBISHMENT The 4 Star Roe Park Resort, nestled on the edge of ancient woodlands in Limavady, has become one of Northern Ireland’s most desirable wedding destinations. With its own 18-hole parkland golf course, luxurious spa and health club with gym, pool, sauna and Jacuzzi, as well as a cosy bar and two award-winning restaurants. Having recently undergone a significant refurbishment, the Roe Park Suite has been transformed to accommodate over 300 guests, boasting its own private bar and entrance, giving your special day the VIP touch it deserves. The grounds have also been landscaped to create a picture-perfect backdrop for your official photographs or drinks reception. A romantic setting unlike any other! Give your guests a slice of heaven thanks to the newly refurbished, spacious, bedrooms, giving your wedding a hint of modern luxury with the timeless charm of a country house. At the Roe Park Resort they thrive on creating a bespoke service which meets their couples’ every need, and this investment will allow them to go one step further in seamlessly orchestrating your big day. The resort also guarantees a one wedding per day policy ensuring privacy and exclusivity for your event. So whether you’re planning an intimate destination wedding or a lavish celebration, the Roe Park Resort can help you realise your dream wedding with a choice of stylish function rooms and award-winning catering. With prices starting from £45pp, get in touch with one of their dedicated wedding planners today, and let them create an unforgettable day of magic for you at the Roe Park Resort. Come along to the Spring Wedding Showcase on Sunday 24th March, 1pm – 4pm to view the new function room and enjoy complimentary sparkling wine and canapes while speaking to the wedding planners. All weddings booked on the day received ten complimentary wedding guest meals (Ts & Cs apply).

Roe Park Wedding Showcase Wedding Join us us for for our wedding showcase on Join Sunday 24th 24th March from 1pm – 4pm Sunday Enjoyaacomplimentary complimentary sparkling sparkling wine and canape reception Enjoy reception and view our newly refurbished Roe Park Suite. and view our newly

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Functionsuite suite refurbishment refurbishment to to take take place place in Function in January January & & February 2019 and will increase banquet capacity February 2019 and will increase banquet capacity to to 300 300 withthe the addition addition of of the the bar bar in in the the room. with room. Tel:+44 +44(0) (0)28 28777 777 22222 22222 Email: Email: Weddings@RoeParkResort.com Weddings@RoeParkResort.com Tel: www.RoeParkResort.com www.RoeParkResort.com Ut brides 11

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Bringing Monte Carlo To Your Wedding! Mulsanne Casinos was established in 1989 to specialise in the corporate market. In 2002 a request came to supply a fun casino for a wedding. Mulsanne Casinos brought all of its experience, gained from supplying the high standards demanded by the corporate world, to the event. The positive response of the guests was amazing and now Mulsanne Casinos regularly complements wedding entertainment. A fun casino can successfully fill two voids at a wedding, either during the photos, to keep the guests occupied or after the meal and before the band/disco. Telephone Donal: 028 9082 5235

ANYONE CAN DANCE, LET US SHOW YOU HOW Designed for your chosen song, capture a beautiful moment in time. Offering private dance lessons in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere, Picco Dance can help make your special day even more magical. For more information call 07491510355 or email: piccodance@gmail.com

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LOVE IS IN THE AIR IN CYPRUS A trail of footprints in the sand and your veil being carried by the sea breeze make beach weddings in Cyprus the stuff of daydreams. Wedding ceremonies take place in stunning town halls sandwiched between bursts of pink bougainvillea, by relaxed hotel pools or in beautiful beachside hotel gardens that overlook the sea. The island of Cyprus has been a love nest for centuries and, according to legend, is the birthplace of the Goddess of Love, Aphrodite. It really is no surprise that Cyprus is fast becoming the destination of choice for overseas nuptials. For more information visit www.tuiholidays.ie, visit your local TUI store or call the TUI wedding team on 028 90 389 387.

Perfect your wedding style Discover the wedding dress of your dreams with Perfect Day, a bridal shop based in Lurgan which provides over 1000 dresses (wedding dresses, bridesmaids, mother of the bride, guest wear) in various styles for you to choose from. With the help of a stylist who will guide you through the challenges of choosing that one special dress, Perfect Day are committed to putting you at ease, with a vast collection of stunning bridal dresses in sizes up to a 34. By making an appointment at our shop, customers are given a high-quality service, which allows for you and several of your loved ones to shop for wedding dresses as well as beautiful bridesmaid and mother of the bride dresses, stocked in an array of colours and styles. At Perfect Day, we ensure that our dresses remain current and seasonal, with stock updated twice a year in July/August and then December/January. Customers need look no further for accessories to finish the look, with collections of jewellery, veils and tiaras in stock as well. To arrange for an appointment with one of our helpful bridal stylists, please call 028 3832 1607 or email enquiries@perfectdayni.com.

The Clare McKinney Make-up and Beauty Salon has gained a reputation as an essential port of call for any brideto-be. Clare has won accolades such as Health and Beauty Consultant in the Ulster Tatler People of the Year Awards and has also featured as the make-up artist on various Ulster Bride shoots, as well as television commercials and hair shoots. The Clare McKinney Make-up and Beauty Salon is launching its new cosmeceutical skincare range, IMAGE. Image is a high quality, paraben free brand from the USA that works at a cellular level of your skin. The salon now offers a range of facials and facial peels to correct, rejuvenate and boost the skin’s health. Revitalise dry, dull, ageing skin with Vitamin C enriched facials or treat yourself to a course of facial peels that promote skin clarity, even skin tone and improve texture. With a variety of different peeling solutions they can treat various skin conditions including rosacea, high pigmentation, sun damage and acne. Tel: 028 9266 1111

Clare McKinney Make-Up & Beauty Award winning team of therapist/make-up artists and salon

We strive to provide the highest level of standards and service. Our aim is to offer clients the opportunity to experience high quality treatments in a relaxed and unhurried environment. We now call out to smaller wedding parties as well. Prices will be given on application. You could be on the groom’s side or a guest, you don’t have to be the bride!

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Mcginn & reid Miss Catherine McGinn, daughter of Colum and Bernadette McGinn from Bangor, recently married Daniel Reid, son of Paul and Susan Reid from Moira. The ceremony took place on 22nd December 2018 in St Comgallâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Church in Bangor, followed by a reception in The Culloden. Photography by Elijah and Susannah Photography.

Warke & Easthope Claire Warke and Graham Easthope from Silverbirch Road, Bangor, were married on 5th September 2016 in the The Blackwood Suite at Clandeboye Lodge Hotel followed by a reception in the Viceroy Suite. The happy couple honeymooned at a beautiful private beach house on Balian beach, Tabanan, Bali. Photography by Graham Easthope (the groomâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s father).

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Smith & O'Donnell Miss Kayleigh Smith, daughter of Don and Evelyn Smith from Convoy, Co. Donegal, recently married Rory O'Donnell, son of Mary and the late Patrick O'Donnell, from Ruskey, Convoy, Co. Donegal. The ceremony took place in St. Mary's Church, Convoy, followed by a reception in Lough Eske Castle. The couple honeymooned in Antigua and Italy. Photography by Aleksandra Swann at Photo Rainbow

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Harkin & Reid Miss Roisin Harkin recently married Mr Dane Reid. The ceremony took place at Belfast City Hall, followed by a reception at Truffles in Randalstown. Photography by Chloe Heaney Photography.

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“Apex Headache Clinic cleared my migraines leaving me to enjoy my teenage years!” For sixteen-year-old school student, Sophie Williams from Holywood, life was a struggle. Vision loss with numbness in her arms and legs, coupled with a never-ending headache, was devastating. The headache also developed into a migraine every few weeks. She visited Apex Headache Clinic, Belfast, hoping to find a cure. Here, Sophie shares how the clinic’s unique regime of specialist manual headache physiotherapy treatment, called The Nelson Headache Approach™, cleared her headaches, meaning that she could finally get her life back on track. Sophie, when did your headaches begin? I realised something was wrong at the age of 13. I began suffering vision loss and numbness in my arms and legs. This lasted for a year, during which time I saw various consultants, had x-rays, CT scans and blood tests, all of which came back normal. Next, I was sent to an eye specialist, who noticed an abnormality in my eye. I was referred to a consultant in the same clinic and I was told that my symptoms were a form of migraine, even though up until this point, I never had any pain. Ironically, following this diagnosis, I began experiencing severe migraines and a persistent headache that lasted all day everyday. After visiting my GP, I was put on various forms of medication, all of which did nothing to ease the pain. Life was awful. How did the pain affect your life? First of all, I was experiencing loss of vision and numbness up to ten times a day. I was constantly sent to the School Nurse or missing entire days of school because of it. There were mornings when I would wake up and be completely paralysed, which was unbelievably scary. This, coupled with a never-ending headache, which developed into a full blown migraine every two to three weeks meant that I missed out on a lot of things as a teenager. Over the next couple of years, we continued with more tests and hospital visits, all of which were inconclusive. It was torture and it felt terrible to think that this could continue for the rest of my life.

once every five weeks for maintenance and I’m delighted that the treatment has worked. How has Apex Headache Clinic changed your life? My life has completely turned around. The improvement in quality is like night and day. I can now move around normally, I have no vision loss and my migraines are completely gone, which is amazing considering there were days when I couldn’t even get out of bed. I’m studying for my GCSEs at the moment, which is so much easier now that I’m not missing school. The treatment has been miraculous.

What led you to Apex Headache Clinic? My mum read an article about someone who had had headache treatment at Apex and suggested we give it a try. With nothing to lose, we booked an appointment straight away. During my first appointment with Nicola, she was able to identify straight away my neck was triggering my headaches and migraines. After just a few sessions, I began to feel relief. The numbness and vision loss improved and my headaches became less severe. I am thrilled to say that for over 18 months now, I’ve had no episodes. Like everyone, I still have the odd headache, but my migraines and other symptoms have completely cleared. Now, I attend the clinic

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What advice would you offer someone suffering from migraines? Both myself and my mum have already recommended Apex Headache Clinic to so many people. If you are in pain, medication isn’t always the answer. Physio was a 100 per cent success rate for me and I’m confident it will work for others too. To book an appointment at Apex Headache Clinic, call 028 9048 4153. No GP referral is necessary.

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Rebecca Nelson

Rebecca is founder and Director of Physiotherapy at Apex Clinic and Apex Headache Clinic.

Give yourself the gift of a great night’s sleep thanks to the Apex Sleepwell Pillow This month Rebecca discusses the Apex Sleepwell Pillow range, her very own specially designed orthopaedic pillow collection, clinically proven to reduce neck pain and headaches in the majority of cases. Warning: The wrong pillow can have disastrous consequences For more than 20 years I’ve been treating patients suffering from neck and shoulder pain, as well as headaches and migraines, with many of these people having disrupted sleep, due to their pain. It is uncommonly known that a poor soft or flat pillow can often increase or even trigger the onset of their neck pain, shoulder pain, headaches and migraines, arm pain, pins and needles or numbness in the hands and arms, and even vertigo or dizziness. Winning the war against poor pillows To combat the damage that poor pillows have on our spine, the Apex Sleepwell Pillow is my own range of orthopaedic pillows, uniquely designed in thickness and firmness to match individual needs of sleepers according to their build. Each pillow has been technologically innovated to include the latest high-density core, that - unlike other pillows on the market - runs throughout the pillow’s entire width. This central cores offers the exact level of support required to ensure the optimum sleeping position for a healthy, comfortable neck, while sleeping. Prevention is always better than the cure From children aged seven and adults who are fortunate enough to have never suffered neck pain or headaches, the Apex Sleepwell Pillow is highly recommended to help prevent the onset of neck related pains, as prevention is always better than the cure. Sleeping on a pillow which is too soft or flat causes the neck joints to be compressed and placed under excessive load by the weight of the head. When lying down, the optimum neck position can be achieved by lifting the head slightly to an angle of between 30 to 45° with the horizontal. This allows the neck joints to open up and is physiologically the best sleeping position for your neck and spine. Finding your perfect match The Apex Sleepwell Pillow collection includes a range of pillow sizes so that you can find your perfect match. It’s essential that your pillow supports your body shape and size so that your neck is at the correct angle while you sleep. This is why the Apex Sleepwell range includes

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a pillow for everyone. Our two pillow types are dependent on the height/thickness of the pillow. The H2 pillow is suitable for lightly built adults and teenagers or for those who don’t like their pillow to be too fat. The H3 pillow is for average sized people or for those who prefer a slightly fatter pillow. Five star reviews for the Apex Sleepwell Pillow “Goodbye marshmallow pillows! I have always liked ‘marshmallow type’ pillows so when I was recommended the Apex pillow to help with a painful shoulder at night, I was not at all keen. I thought it would be far too hard, thus uncomfortable. However, in desperation I decided to give it a go and to my amazement I had my first good night’s sleep in ages. I have had the Apex pillow for well over a year now and can honestly say it has made a real difference to my neck and shoulder. Definitely money well spent.” Julie Handley, Belfast. “I have had this pillow for a year now. I bought it in Apex and it is an excellent product! No stiff necks, soreness or otherwise, waking up in the morning the pillow has cleared it. Feels nice and firm. Highly recommended.” Myles Gray, Newry. The Apex Sleepwell Pillow range is available to purchase on the Apex Clinic website at: www.apexclinic.co.uk or by phoning or calling into Apex Clinic: 028 9048 4153.

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Fashion designer Sara O’Neill encourages people to declutter and donate to their local Oxfam. Picture Matt Mackey/Press Eye

Declutter, donate and beat poverty for good Interested in sustainable fashion? Support your local Oxfam shop! By donating your clothes and accessories to Oxfam shops across Northern Ireland, you’ll be helping to combat throwaway fashion by giving your pre-loved items a second chance to be worn and enjoyed. Statistics show that only an estimated 15% of unwanted clothes are being recycled or donated and that the fashion industry is responsible for 92 million tonnes of waste dumped in landfill every year. Oxfam shops ensure items are reused or recycled and reduce the amount of stuff that ends up in landfill. If you want to be part of the solution to two global problems, then don’t let your unwanted items go to waste – declutter today and donate them. Not only will you be helping our planet, you’ll also be helping to beat poverty for good.

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Does Your Organisation Love A Challenge? Leading local cancer charity, Action Cancer, are asking the Northern Ireland business community to sign up for their annual store challenge competition in 2019. Each year local companies come together to take part in what now is an annual event, taking over and running a charity store for the day while maximising income, raising the charity’s profile and increasing donations, all while having a lot of fun along the way. Action Cancer have stores across Northern Ireland to suit your location, all helping to raise vital funds for cancer services delivered at Action Cancer House, on board the Big Bus and regionally throughout the country. Over the past six years companies from all over the region have taken part in the challenge helping to raise over £400,000 for children and family counselling sessions, breast screenings and health promotion services delivered at schools and workplaces. The challenge is open to companies who wish to offer their employees the chance to volunteer with a local charity while using their skills to project manage, be creative and fundraise, while raising awareness for Action Cancer’s services. The challenge is a test of the entrepreneurial skills that staff possess as they will compete against competition from a wide variety of companies and organisations who get involved. The challenge will be launched in March with takeover day scheduled for October and a fabulous awards evening in the Crowne Plaza planned for November 2019. “But it’s never too early to start recruiting for teams,” according to Peter Lynch from Action Cancer, “Each year we run the challenge there is always a bit of competition from the start as companies look to secure the store in the area best suited to them, so this year we decided to get off the mark and promote the challenge early.”

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Ulster Tatler talks to Ken Brundle, the Chairman of Ulster Wildlife. Tell us a bit about Ulster Wildlife and what they do? Ulster Wildlife is a local nature conservation charity. Over the last 40 years, we have been protecting Northern Ireland’s threatened wildlife, like barn owls, red squirrels and skates, saving our precious wild places, and inspiring the next generation to love nature - thanks to our 13,000 passionate members, people like you, who love wildlife. Tell us a bit about your role within the charity and how long have you been involved? I am the Chairman of Ulster Wildlife, a voluntary role, and one that I am deeply committed to since joining the board over ten years ago. I am a passionate advocate for biodiversity and my more than 40 years of leadership experience

enables me to bring together individuals, communities and businesses to protect and preserve our local wildlife. How can someone go about getting involved to help and fundraise for Ulster Wildlife? As a local charity, your support will go towards protecting local wildlife and wild places here on your doorstep. You can protect wildlife today by becoming a member, making a donation to one of our campaigns or why not get your business involved as a corporate member. Visit www.ulsterwildlife.org or contact Vickie, our Supporter Relationship Manager, vickie.chambers@ulsterwildlife.org to chat about the real difference your support can make. Being involved with Ulster Wildlife must be very rewarding, can you recall any particular moments that stand out for you? The most vivid memory I have was from an awards ceremony for our Grassroots Challenge youth engagement project. The joy of discovery on the faces of the children, especially those with a learning disability, was powerful. I particularly recall a child with severe autism who had built a bird box and then photographed the blue tits using his creation. 128

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Fulfilment In Faith In October 1995 the Lord spoke to Kenneth Wilson from Matthew 28 v 19-20, â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptising them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all things that I have commanded you; and lo I am with you always, even to the end of the age.â&#x20AC;&#x2122; That night Reaching and Teaching Ministries was birthed and the work began in early 1996. During our first year my wife Dorothy and I ministered in Uganda and the Philippines. During our time in the Philippines God spoke to me and confirmed that the Philippines was to play a major part in the ministry.

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For the last 24 years we have been ministering in the Philippines seeing many come to faith in Jesus Christ, many sick people healed by the power of God, many set free from various addictions. We now have four full time Missionaries in the Philippines, Hans and Ermicita Ramsier based on the Island of Mindoro and Nick and Debbie Boni based on the Island of Bohol. Over the last 24 years we have seen the hand of God at work, blessing our efforts to fulfil His command and the great commission to preach the gospel to every creature.

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Our missionaries also distribute humanitarian aid to families in great need. We also supply bibles in the local dialect to those who have no bible and are unable to purchase one. We have three charity shops in Northern Ireland who help support our work. You could donate clothes, bric-a-brac and furniture to any of these shops and also donate to our general fund. Our shops are located at 30 Main Street, Ballymoney, 50-54 Church Street, Ballymena and 4-6 Crebilly Road, Ballykeel, Ballymena. You could also become a part of this wonderful work of God by offering to volunteer in one of the shops. We would very much appreciate your practical and prayerful support. A very big thank you to all who have faithfully supported us over the last 24 years. The need is great and the cost is always increasing to fulfil the great commission. Kenneth Wilson is available to share about the work in churches, house groups, prayer groups, and ladies meetings - indeed he is prepared to go and share where ever he is invited.

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WHAT DOES 2019 HOLD FOR THE THIRD SECTOR IN NORTHERN IRELAND Worthingtons Solicitors have an experienced Charity Law Team providing full legal services to over 200 charities in NI. The team are currently reviewing their clients’ needs for 2019/2020. Some of the “Hot Topics” frequently discussed at charity trustee training include continued questions about safeguarding and concerns being raised by vexatious litigants. The team are continuing to see downward pressure from funders resulting in more mergers and collaborative working whilst the unknown impact of Brexit for the Third Sector in NI continues. This is compounded by the lack of a functioning Executive. A recent poll by CO3 and Ulster Bank indicates that slightly more than 4/5 respondents said they thought the economy in NI would get worse over the coming year, with only 1% expecting it would improve. 62% said a no-deal Brexit would threaten their cross-border collaborations. On a positive note they are seeing a lot of exciting innovation within the sector with new projects and services being pursued including some clients with an international reach. This was reinforced in the Dragons’ Den pitches at the annual Social Enterprise NI “Social Value Conference” at the end of January 2019 which showcased six organisations pursuing new enterprises. Despite these challenges the sector continues to prove its sustainability and resilience. For more information visit www.worthingtonslaw.co.uk

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GIVING BACK TO THOSE IN NEED Sp.I.N.I. is Northern Ireland’s only local charity established to help those with a spinal cord injury. We specialise in providing support, rehabilitation and physiotherapy equipment to clients. Sp.I.N.I. was founded in 2009 by Peter Steele after he suffered an upper spinal injury when his jeep over turned in the wind. The reason for setting up the charity, in his own words… “When I was in Musgrave Park Hospital I had the use of a motor assisted cycle called a MOTOmed. I found the unit to be very beneficial to me so when I left the ward I thought I would enquire about purchasing a machine. I got an unpleasant shock to find their price was over £4000. It took a few months before we managed to purchase one but by that time much of the muscle had wasted. I didn’t want another patient to have to go through that. I soon found out other past patients were in a similar position and could not further their rehabilitation at home which gave me the idea of a charity to help others with the same dilemma.” Most people don’t realise that when patients leave Musgrave Park, at a time when most are going through great emotional, physical and financial hardship, they have to purchase their own specialised equipment. Even simple things like lightweight travel ramps that will allow you to access your family and friends’ homes. Because Peter

has went through it all himself and knows exactly what is needed he wanted this charity to be able to offer equipment immediately. People are grateful for the provision of our equipment to hotels and B&B’s for clients who would otherwise be unable to stay overnight due to their disability. This service means so much to clients who otherwise may never be able to visit loved ones or go to a wedding. Imagine not being able to stay overnight for the lack of a hoist? We make hotels aware of this service and we try to accommodate everyone, but we always need more equipment. Sp.I.N.I. works closely with SCIU at Musgrave Park Hospital with the Physio and O.T. departments passing on our info to patients leaving the ward. We also help patients from the Spinal Injuries Unit get back out into the community by providing tickets to venues like concerts. This is a selection of the equipment on offer to those with a spinal cord injury, with dozens out on loan at any given time. Unfortunately we have a large waiting list and we always need more equipment to supply the needs of wheelchair users. Hoists and ramps are supplied free of charge

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Spinal Injury Northern Ireland 56 Drumnagreagh Road, Ballygawn, Larne BT40 2RP

This is a MOTOmed in use.

Peter has won accolades for his work, including the ‘William Keown Cup’.

“I use my PC with my mouth with the help of an Integra mouse, it’s slow but I get there!” for a single use. Expensive MOTOmeds and standing frames are free for the first year. Our members are all volunteers, so that over 90% of money raised goes towards the purchase and supply of equipment.

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VINEYARD COMPASSION

- Supporting people from crisis to full potential Vineyard Compassion began in response to significant deprivation in the Coleraine area, with a desire to encourage and empower vulnerable people to overcome poverty and crisis. The charity launched communitybased projects offering a holistic approach to tackling poverty and its underlying root causes. Vineyard Compassion takes a multifaceted approach to address these complex issues, to maximise the potential for lasting community transformation. These projects are making a real difference to the lives of people in the Causeway Coast and Glens area. Vineyard Compassion has been privileged to see dignity and hope restored to thousands of people who were trapped in cycles of poverty, with many going on to reach their full potential, people like Russell.

Russell had a history of gambling. This led to marriage breakdown, losing his job, his home and deepening debt. He ended up squatting in a derelict house with no water, no electricity, no heat and no hope. Russell realised that he needed to break this cycle and after being made aware

HELP US BRING HOPE AND A SOLUTION Families and individuals like Russell really need your support. Please give what you can.

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of the charity, he made the decision to contact Vineyard Compassion. In October 2016, he first engaged and was supported through the Causeway Foodbank with an emergency food pack and other essential items, receiving benefits advice as well. Later that week he had his first debt counselling appointment to deal with the debt issue and began the supported volunteering work programme in Link Logs social enterprise. A few weeks later he was given the key to his own apartment within Compassion Housing. Russell is on a journey of empowering himself to change, supported in different ways by Vineyard Compassion. He now has the hope of a new life, with the resources to tackle the underlying causes of his problems. Russell currently has paid employment through Link Logs and is continuing to engage with different Vineyard Compassion projects. These projects take place within a new purpose-built facility called the Hope Centre. Vineyard Compassion offers many different projects that cover three key areas: Provision: provide immediate financial, emotional or practical support. E.g. the provision of food, clothing, emotional support or debt counselling where individuals lack the resource to meet their own needs. Empowerment: empower people to tackle the underlying root causes of poverty. E.g. teaching budgeting skills to avoid debt and building capacity to break the cycle of poverty. Employment: support people on a journey towards employment. Work is the best and fastest route out of poverty, providing financial stability, confidence and selfesteem. E.g. through supported volunteering and the Job Club. This is the impact of projects during 2018: RESET, the Social Supermarket, engaged 58 households, distributing £16,294 of food; the Clothing Bank clothed 188 people; Causeway Foodbank distributed 31,000 meals; Link Logs produced 14,650 bags of logs and kindling. Vineyard Compassion is a volunteer led charity and in 2018 volunteers received “The Queen’s Award for Voluntary Service”, the MBE for voluntary organisations. Vineyard Compassion are very proud of their volunteers, who lead and deliver the projects. Many volunteers are former clients who are now in the position to help others. In 2018, there were 349 volunteers.

NI Charity No. NIC100508 Hope Centre, 10 Hillmans Way, Coleraine, BT52 2ED

If you know anyone in need of help please direct them to the Open Door drop-in on a Tuesday, Wednesday or Friday between 11:30am - 1.00pm or on a Thursday between 7.00pm - 8.00pm at the Hope Centre, 10 Hillmans Way, Coleraine.

THE HIDDEN CAUSEWAY COAST AND GLENS The Causeway Coastal Route is one of the world’s most iconic drives. Graham Thompson, CEO CCGHT

But why stick to these big-name attractions? What about the many hidden gems? Serious walkers can stretch themselves along the Moyle, Antrim Hills and Causeway Coast ways but those in the know can take life a little easier. What about blowing away the cobwebs on the new way-marked path network at Fair Head? Or a stroll along Ronan’s Way on the banks of the Dun above Cushendun? A walk through the woods at Straidkilly adjoining the Glenarm Estate? All with the sounds of nature and little else. Bushmills Distillery is rightly renowned for the quality of its product, its history and the incredible visitor experience but could we find something unique and equally as special? Experience Brona Steenson and her team creating quality jewellery at Steenson’s at Glenarm or see Leona Kane creating her internationally-renowned Broighter Gold rapeseed oil near Limavady. Make a food stop in Ballycastle and witness Dara and Ciara O’hArtghaile creating their amazing range of bakery products with sourdough bread as the centrepiece or meet Charlie Cole at Broughgammon Farm where the finest goat meat is reared. Then maybe stop to see Micheal Scullion sculpting his hand-made hurls in Loughgiel and wash it all down with a visit to Hillstown Brewery and Farm in Ahoghill where Nigel Logan tells of how his award-winning range of beers all started as a cattle feed supplement. Brona, Leona, Dara, Charlie, Micheal and Nigel all have one thing in common – they run their businesses as Économusées. They have diversified to turn their business into well-run tourist attractions that can welcome independent visitors or coach parties alike. Should you want someone to give you a helping hand round the less wellknown sites why not get in touch with one of the highly trained and highly skilled guides who can introduce you to many more of the area’s culinary secrets or if heritage, history or mythology is more your bag qualified guides can take you to places and tell you stories that even the locals don’t know either on foot or on the water. What all the trails, artisans and guides have in common is that they have been supported by the Causeway Coast and Glens Heritage Trust. The main purpose of the Trust is to makes sure that three of our Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Antrim Coast and Glens, The Causeway Coast and Binevenagh remain that way – truly outstanding! But it does more than this - it acts as a catalyst for sustainable tourism throughout the Causeway Coast and Glens and Mid and East Antrim council areas. More information and the whole range of 2019 events can be found at www.ccght.org across social media using #ccght or calling 028 2075 2100

Celebrating 20 Years of The Appleby Trust

he Appleby Trust is a charitable organisation based in Armagh which in the last twenty years has helped over 1000 people with disabilities experience work and training. The charity began life in 1998 and has grown from working primarily in Armagh city only to supporting people throughout the Southern Health Trust area. Today we operate four social enterprises which provide sheltered training opportunities for people with disabilities to try work and learn about social skills in an environment which is supportive. Print It is a digital printing business with bases in Armagh, Lurgan and Banbridge and is part of a wider project we operate called Employment Preparation Service which is part funded through the Northern Ireland Social Fund programme 2014-2020 and the Department for the Economy and the Southern Health and Social Care Trust. Within Print It we provide support to adults with a learning disability, who with the help of a Job Coach complete the finishing touches to all the printed work that is produced for customers, this includes folding and creasing, laminating and stapling and embellishing wedding invitations. Within the last number of years we have developed a range of beautiful wedding stationery as well as providing brides with bespoke creations. Our adults particularly enjoy working on wedding invitations as there is a great sense of satisfaction when the wedding order is completed! We also run a project for young adults with Autism called the Print Room which produces beautiful greeting cards and offers a personalisation service for cards and framed prints. We are fortunate that the Northern Ireland business community have supported us in growing the business and stocking our cards, including Bedeck, CFC Interiors and Jacksons of Saintfield, as well as local businesses including Alexanders in Markethill and Mones in Keady. Our young adults really benefit from the social interaction of the Print Room as often the area of social skills is the one they need most support with. To further promote our participants development we offer a supported employment service which finds work placements and paid work in the community. We have been fortunate within the last few months to have been successful in securing National Lottery community funding for a new venture - an autism cafĂŠ which will open in Armagh, providing not only an autism friendly environment but a community space

where young people with autism can drop in and be provided with advice and guidance about services in the local area. The cafĂŠ will also provide a training environment, become a social hub, a venue for specialist interest courses and a setting whereby young people with autism can showcase their talents including art and music.

Celebrating 20 Years 1st September 1998 - 1st September 2018 For further information about The Appleby Trust and the work that we do please feel free to contact the Manager, Elaine Leonard, on 028 3751 8211 or email elaine.leonard@ theapplebytrust.co.uk, or visit our webpage www.applebyprintit.co.uk or www.applebyprintroom.co.uk

COMBATTING SUDDEN CARDIAC DEATH IN THE YOUNG (SADS) Cormac McAnallen with brother Dónal holding the Sam Maguire Cup.

What is The Cormac Trust? The Cormac Trust is a charity set up a year after the sudden death of Cormac McAnallen to combat SADS (Sudden Adult Death Syndrome or Sudden Arrhythmic Death Syndrome) which caused his sudden death. Cormac was a very fit and healthy 24-year-old Gaelic footballer who died suddenly in his sleep on 2nd March 2004, having had no prior symptoms of any heart condition, or any other serious illness. He was at the time the Captain of the Tyrone Senior Gaelic team which had won the All-Ireland Championship for the first time ever just six months previously. Cormac’s family, along with several concerned individuals in County Tyrone, including doctors, created the Cormac Trust in 2005.

SADS is an umbrella term for a number of cardiac-related diseases, usually genetically-inherited, which cause sudden death in otherwise healthy young people from 0 to 40 years. SADS is often a silent killer, with no symptoms present. At least 1 person in the North of Ireland and 12 in the UK die every week of SADS while up to 100 young people in the Republic of Ireland die of these conditions every year. What The Cormac Trust is doing to prevent deaths from SADS Since its foundation, the Cormac Trust has been raising awareness of sudden cardiac death in the young (SADS), in all the media, social media and our website. We also have been promoting screening for SADS, providing information and guidance on screening to families, sports clubs, community groups, schools and individuals and making donations to screening clinics. Saving Lives The Cormac Trust is continually working with a network of families, patients, doctors, nurses and cardiologists who are concerned with SADS. • We have also been enabling all types of communities, to obtain and purchase defibrillators; we have donated around 90 defibrillators to rural and isolated communities, sports’ and youth clubs, schools, town centres, leisure centres, voluntary ambulances, lifeboats, Queen’s University, and Celtic Park Derry. We have also donated the training of at least six people in CPR and defibrillator use for almost all these places. • We have subsidised and enabled the provision of another 230 defibrillators, with training, to many other places, including churches, urban sports’ facilities, businesses and family homes. • A total of around 300 defibrillators have been supplied and around 2500 people have been trained to use them. • At least six people’s lives have been saved, including one of our Trustees, Kevin McCloy, by the use of defibrillators obtained from the Cormac Trust. • We have also helped to start a First Responder Scheme in the Blackwater Valley, which is now up and running very successfully. • Helping to fund research into Sudden Cardiac Death in the Young through a Fellowship award. New Initiative With Top Belfast SADS Investigation Team The Trust has been very fortunate to have been able to work with leading cardiologists in Belfast, Dublin and London, as well as having links with other European and American doctors and clinics. As part of our Board of Trustees we have had Professor Pascal McKeown, of QUB, and Professor Frank Casey of the Royal Victoria Hospital, Professor Peter Mossey of the University of Dundee and the World Health Organisation, as well as advisors Professor Bill McKenna of the University of London, Dr Joe Galvin of the Mater Hospital Dublin and Dr Deirdre Ward of Tallaght Hospital. Now as a new initiative, we intend shortly to provide funding for a new post in Belfast with one of the top teams in these islands in investigating inherited cardiac conditions. This will be part of a collaboration between the City Hospital and the Royal Belfast Hospital for Sick Children, who are also visited by top experts in the field of SADS, from London. The post which we hope to announce shortly, will be for at least two years’ duration.

Fergus McAnallen, Mícheál Ó Muircheartaigh, Bridget McAnallen, Dónal McAnallen, Jeremy Davidson and Brendan McAnallen.

Derrylaughan GAA present The Cormac Trust with a cheque for £1,000 from the club’s “It’s a Shore Thing” fundraiser. Pictured are Brendan McAnallen (The Cormac Trust), Sean and Aoibhe Robinson (Derrylaughan GAA) & Sara Turkington (The Cormac Trust).

Mickey Harte, Bridget McAnallen, Professor William McKenna and Brendan McAnallen.

For further information please contact the Cormac Trust at 02837 547721, Or email us at info@thecormactrust.com or admin@thecormactrust.com Charity Number:NIC 103452

SCHOOLBAGS THAT ARE CHANGING LIVES IN THE PHILIPPINES

Ten Foundations, a NI charity founded in 2012 by Belfast man Ian Campbell, is helping to empower women living in poverty in the Philippines. Through its livelihood programme these woman are given the skills and tools to transform their own lives, from being caught in the terrible cycle of poverty they can now look forward to a better life. A simple thing like a schoolbag can change their lives forever. Ten Foundations buys sewing machines and teaches the local women how to sew, women from very poor backgrounds with no skill and no education, women who have never had a chance in their lives, until now. They still live in basic conditions but can now feed their kids every day, they can go to the doctor if they are sick, they can improve their home, and most importantly they can send their kids to school every day, escaping the life of poverty they have been born into. The women now make high quality schoolbags and backpacks that are available in Ten Foundations charity shop at 355 Lisburn rd Belfast and Central promenade Newcastle, or online at www.tenfoundations.org, all the money from the sale of the bags goes to the women in the livelihood programme in the Philippines, nobody will ever profit from Ten Foundations schoolbags, apart from the women making them. So if you are thinking of buying a new schoolbag, why not buy one that can have such a positive impact on a child living 7000 miles away, a simple thing like a schoolbag , changing lives forever. If you would like Ian to visit your school give him a call on 07788466036 or visit www.tenfoundations.org or visit our FB page fb://page/361809797169377

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Supporting victims and witnesses of crime across NI Victim Support NI is the lead charity in Northern Ireland supporting victims and witnesses of crime. Our Community Service is often the first point of contact with Victim Support NI, helping people to cope with the immediate impact of crime through practical and emotional support. The charity provides a Witness Service in all criminal courts which offers a vital service for prosecution witnesses and their families preparing for the experience of going to court. Specialist advocacy and support is offered to assist people applying for Criminal Injuries Compensation; those affected by sexual violence; and victims affected by Hate Crime. Victim Support NI also provide therapy to children and young people who have experienced physical, sexual or emotional abuse via its Aggression Related Trauma (ART) Project in the Northern Trust area. Victim Support NI relies on its dedicated and highly skilled volunteers in order to deliver vital support to those harmed by crime. If you are interested in volunteering with Victim Support, please email volunteer@victimsupportni.org.uk. If you have been a victim or witness of crime, and want to know more, contact: Belfast Hub, Albany House, 73-75 Great Victoria Street, Belfast, BT2 7AF, 028 7124 3133. Foyle Hub, Embassy Building, 3 Strand Road, Londonderry, BT48 7BH, 028 7137 0086 www.victimsupportni.co.uk Twitter: @VictimSupportNI Facebook: @VictimSupportNorthernIreland

Staff from Victim Support NI welcome the Permanent Secretary to the Department of Justice, Peter May, to the Witness Service offices in Derry-Londonderry. Pictured with Mr May, are, from left, Nicola Cunning, Witness Service Co-Ordinator, Jolena Flett, Head of Services in Foyle Hub, and Janice Bunting, Deputy CEO.

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Karen Mawhinney and Gillie McGregor.

Trudie Rooney, Donna McAteer and Joanne Talbot.

P AR KV IE W 5 0 TH a nniver s ar y Parkview Special School recently hosted a black tie evening in celebration of their 50th anniversary. The Lisburn-based school provides specialist nursery, primary and post-primary education for pupils with severe learning difficulties and a range of educational needs. Teachers, nursing staff and parents of some pupils attended the night at The Loughshore Hotel in Carrickfergus where they enjoyed a three course meal followed by music and dancing as well as an auction with prizes donated by Gardiner Bros Ltd jewellery.

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Tom and Dorothy Scott with Eleanor Hanna and Richard Hanna.

Paula Hall, Clare Gilliland and Sharon Curran.

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LITTER LEGENDS & WASTE WARRIORS ASSEMBLE Keep Northern Ireland Beautiful Announce Community Award Winners the appearance of the waterways by removing debris and litter while a young 15-year-old litter picker has collected around 100 bags of litter and even taken his litter picker on holiday. Another local hero raised over £1000 from biscuit wrappers alone for ‘Kicks Count’, a charity that promotes baby movement awareness to reduce still birth whilst one group reached out to minority groups to address language barriers by publishing an infographic pack that displays the dos and don’ts of domestic waste disposal and littering improving community relations. Guest Speaker Jo Ruxton encouraged volunteers to make a stand in their local communities and champion the reduction of litter: “Never underestimate just how much one single person can achieve. The problem might seem insurmountable but take that first step on your own and just watch how many people join you and help bring about change.”

Tuesday 12th February saw volunteers gather at the 3rd annual Keep Northern Ireland Beautiful Community Awards in Belfast City Hall with host, TV presenter Joe Mahon and guest speaker Jo Ruxton, filmmaker and campaigner who opened the eyes of the world to the problems of plastic in A Plastic Ocean and influenced Blue Planet II.

Live Here Love Here Manager Jodie McAneaney comments: “These awards are so important, they give us the opportunity to highlight the issues and reward those who are actively making a difference. Plastic in particular has been hitting the headlines this year with its devastating effects, making our special guest Jo Ruxton the perfect candidate to inspire us to really strive for change. The fact that every piece of plastic ever created is still on the planet is a real eye opener. Hopefully in 2019 our continued efforts and that of our volunteers and partners can make steps towards tackling this terrible problem.”

The evening was designed to recognise and thank all the volunteers who had been short listed for their continued hard work and dedication to the cause – with an opportunity to hear their inspirational stories which instil pride in our local communities through practical environmental action. From regular litter picks to the creation of shared community spaces these unsung heroes dedicate their time and efforts into making our home cleaner, greener, safer and more sustainable. The winners have carried out some remarkable work this year including addressing social isolation and loneliness among older people living in care homes by creating beautiful gardens - the only green space that some residents will see. A keen canoeist has made a significant impact on

Lisburn and Castlereagh City Council Litter Heroes Award Winner Anna Neal.

The Live Here Love Here Community Awards celebrate the tremendous efforts of groups and individuals, making Northern Ireland a cleaner, greener, and safe place to live. If you would like to find out more or get involved with Live Here Love Here please visit our website; www.liveherelovehere.org. If you are interested in future sponsorship opportunities please contact jodie.mcaneaney@keepnorthernirelandbeautiful.org

N.I. As Scouts, we believe in preparing young people with skills for life. We encourage young people to do more, learn more and be more. Each week, in Northern Ireland we help over 9,000 young people aged 6-25 (approx 460,000 nationally) enjoy fun and adventure while developing the skills they need to succeed, now and in the future. The young people are supported by over 2,500 adult volunteers in Northern Ireland (approx 154,000 nationally). We’re talking about teamwork, leadership and resilience – skills that have helped Scouts become everything from teachers and social workers to astronauts and Olympians. We help young people develop and improve key life skills. We believe in bringing people together. We celebrate diversity and stand against intolerance, always. We’re part of a worldwide movement, creating stronger communities and inspiring positive futures. What Scouts do Young people in the Scouts take part in an exciting programme of activities from kayaking to camping. They develop character skills like resilience, initiative and tenacity; employability skills such as leadership, teamwork and problem solving; and practical skills like cooking and first

The Magic of Crawfordsburn

The Northern Ireland Scout Centre Crawfordsburn is ideally situated along the North Down shoreline just eight miles from Belfast and within the boundaries of Crawfordsburn Country Park. Young people from Scouting and many community groups throughout Northern Ireland are able to be involved in a wide range of outdoor activities. In addition to camping, current facilities include: Cedar Lodge (24 beds), The Chalet (46 beds), Main Complex with three multipurpose halls, Training Cabin Hall and Kitchen, Lid/All Weather Centre. Site activities include: Abseiling Archery Bouldering (dry) Canoeing Challenge Course Climbing Grass Sledges Gravity Swing Mountain Boards Orienteering Pond Dipping Rafting Team Building Zip Line

Backwoods Caving Crate Climb Kayaking Pedal Karts Sailing

It is encouraging to report that the Northern Ireland Scout Centre Crawfordsburn had over 26,000 users in the past year. This number has included many young people from youth and community groups from across Northern Ireland joining with Scout Groups to participate in activities on site. For outdoor opportunities contact: Northern Ireland Scout Centre Crawfordsburn: Tel: 028 9185 3307 Email: info.crawfordsburn@scoutsni.org Further information on Scouting is available at www.scoutsni.org The Scout Association, Northern Ireland Scout Council, 109 Old Milltown Road, Belfast, BT8 7SP 028 90492829 Email: info@scoutsni.org

aid. And research proves it really works. A 2018 report says Scouts are 17% more likely to show leadership skills and work well in teams. They’re a third more likely to support their communities too. Volunteer today Whether you can spare an hour a month or a day a year, we have hundreds of opportunities both behind the scenes and directly supporting young people. With full support and award winning training, you can volunteer on a flexible basis. Not only is it incredibly rewarding and great fun, you’ll learn some brilliant skills transferable to the workplace too. We welcome volunteers from every community and background. You don’t need to have been a Scout. You just need to believe in a more positive future and the difference we can make together. Get involved Have a look at our website www.scoutsni.org to find out more. Our award-winning training scheme for volunteers means adults get as much from Scouting as the young people.

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Roscor: A haven of hope When things go wrong at home, or in care, it can be children who feel the brunt. That’s where Extern’s Roscor Youth Village, on the shores of Lower Lough Erne, comes in. Mark Rogers, Regional Manager for Extern, reveals more about this special place & how you can help Extern change a young life.

UT: Mark, what is Roscor?

UT: What’s your 21st birthday wish? M: The best birthday gift we could get would be for more people to give us the support that we need to carry on delivering the life-changing opportunities that our young people need. By kindly donating, our supporters can help us not only to carry on the work we already do here but allow us to expand on the range of activities we provide – activities which go such a long way towards building resilience

in the young people we support, and change even more lives. We are happy to talk to organisations about our work. For more details please contact Terry Connolly on 028 9084 0555 or email: terry.connolly@extern.org

M: Roscor is a haven of hope and place of safety for more than 2,500 children and young people who visit from across the island of Ireland each year. Many come to stay when they are facing challenging situations at home, or in care, and while they are being supported on one of Extern’s programmes.

UT: What happens there? M: While at Roscor, children are given the opportunity to enjoy more than 50 fun water and land-based activities. These act as a conduit for the delivery of life-changing psychological and social care interventions by Extern’s experienced staff. In short, magic happens at Roscor. Children find inner strengths and abilities they never knew they had, they build resilience, and hope begins to rise again.

HOW EXTERN IS TRANSFORMING LIVES, TRANSFORMING SOCIETY “Extern were there for me when I had no one else. Everyone else had given up on me, but they didn’t, and now I feel like I have the world at my feet.” Cheryl, Extern Service User.

For over 40 years, Extern has been standing shoulder to shoulder with people as we support them to transform their lives, creating safer communities for us all. Every day we work with children and young people, and families at risk of breakdown. We also support people who are homeless, refugees, the Traveller Community, people with an offending past and those living with the impact of suicide, mental health, and drug and alcohol issues. While other organisations may close their door on people with complex problems, Extern ensures ours are always open, enabling people to once again make a positive contribution to society, and we now support over 19,500 people annually.

meeting people at their point of need, when they are ready.

How you can make a difference Would your organisation or company choose Extern as Charity of the Year? Or perhaps your staff would like to fundraise or volunteer or undertake payroll giving? Whatever your ideas, we are happy to discuss how YOU can help us transform people’s lives for the better every day. For more details please contact Terry Connolly on 028 9084 0555 or email: terry.connolly@extern.org Should you wish to make a donation please visit www.extern.org Extern CEO Charlie Mack with service user Shannon and Sharon Smith, Manager of the charity’s Reach Out project. Photo by Simon Graham

We have two core beliefs we call The Extern Difference: We Never Walk Away - while some organisations operate a ‘three strikes’ policy which can see people moved to the back of the waiting list, Extern does the opposite. We will always go back because we know that a door will open when a person is ready, and We Reach In - we know when we meet people they can often be at their lowest and most vulnerable. When someone is unable to break out of the situation they find themselves in, we reach in and offer the supports they tell us they need. We pride ourselves on

Would you like to support our work? You can find out more about volunteering or donate online at www.extern.org

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matters of the heart Ulster Tatler talks to Bridget McAnallen of The Cormac Trust. Tell us a bit about The Cormac Trust and what they do? The Cormac Trust is a charity set up in 2005, a year after the sudden death of Cormac McAnallen to combat SADS (Sudden Adult Death Syndrome or Sudden Arrhythmic Death Syndrome) which caused his sudden death. We raise awareness of sudden cardiac death in the young (SADS) using the media; promote screening for SADS and help fund screening clinics; give advice to individuals, families and groups on SADS and screening; enable communities to obtain defibrillators and CPR training â&#x20AC;&#x201C; by donating about 90 and subsidising 230 others; donate funds to research; and work with a network of medical professionals and families. Tell us a bit about your role within the charity? My role is partially directing and organising the Trust, and just whatever needs done, with the help of our Board of Trustees and my family, we have all worked voluntarily since the beginning and the part-time office administrators. We all respond directly, ASAP, to public demand, requests for information on screening, defibrillators, giving talks to clubs, schools etc.; help with fundraising etc. Describe a typical working day for you. There really is no typical day. I could be giving information to the media or to individuals, sometimes a live radio or TV interview from early morning onwards, or the odd broadcast to Australia, perhaps; talking to doctors, providing copy for leaflets or our

website which we are recreating; designing T-shirts, planning new information videos; going somewhere to give a talk or taking part in a fundraising event, taking a slow train to Cork, or responding to sometimes urgent or distressed phone calls at any time of the day or night. On the average day, I read emails and answer phone calls from 10am onwards, I could be designing wedding favours, planning a little bit of catering for meetings or researching information online. I also call down to the office to plan our work with Sarah or Ailish. As I normally work from home, my time is very flexible, so I could also be helping with the grandkids, or dealing with issues in the family business. We are very busy just now, as we are just about to open a new shop in the beautiful and very historic village of Benburb. As I care a lot about health matters and healthy foods, I am currently researching and trying to source organic, nutritious, and environmentally-friendly sugarfree etc. fresh foods; also locally-sourced foods, if possible.

SCHOOLBAGS THAT ARE CHANGING LIVES IN THE PHILIPPINES Ulster Tatler talks to Ian Campbell, founder of Ten Foundations to find out a bit more about the charity and what they do.

Tell us a bit about Ten Foundations and what they do? Ten Foundations , a NI charity founded in 2012, is helping to empower women living in poverty in the Philippines. Through its livelihood programme these woman are given the skills and tools to help transform their own lives, from being caught in the terrible cycle of poverty they can now look

forward to a better life, a simple thing like a schoolbag can change their lives forever. Ten Foundations buys sewing machines and teaches the local women how to sew, women from very poor backgrounds with no skill and no education, women who have never had a chance in their lives, untill now. They still live in basic conditions but can now feed their kids every day, they can go to the doctor if they are sick , they can improve their home and most importantly they can send their kids to school every day, escaping the life of poverty they have been born into. The women now make high quality schoolbags and backpacks that are available in Ten Foundations charity shop at 355 Lisburn Road, Belfast and Central promenade, Newcastle , or online at www. tenfoundations.org. All the money from the sale of the bags goes to the women in the livelihood programme in the Philippines, nobody will ever profit from Ten Foundations schoolbags, apart from the women making them. So if you are thinking of buying a new schoolbag why not buy one that can have such a positive impact on a child living 7000 miles away , a simple thing like a schoolbag , changing lives forever. If you would like the team to visit 144

your school give us a call on 07788466036 or visit www.tenfoundations.org or visit our Facebook page Tell us a bit about your role within the charity? As the founder I oversee all the day to day running of the charity here in NI , we have two charity shops, Lisburn Road and Newcastle, I also work closely with our team in the Philippines Describe a typical working day for you. A typical day for me can be delivering furniture from our shops, or visiting schools to tell our story, my day usually starts around 7am answering messages from the Philippines and I can still be chatting to the Philippines team at midnight. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s really non stop and sometimes I will be working seven days a week however it is very rewarding . How can someone get involved with the charity and help out? We always need volunteers for our shops. People can also get invovled and help with the fundraising events. We usually have a trip to our place in the Philippines with volunteers at least once a year.

ENABLING THE FUTURE OF KIDS WITH EDUCATION Kids4school is a Christian Ministry, which started in 2009. It started when a need was identified in Tanzania where children from some of the poorest families could not attend school because of the financial requirements involved. To attend government school certain things are needed like a uniform and school shoes, books to take to school as they are not provided, and exam fees. This in itself is what bars children from attending school. The families we work with live on the very basic level of existence. In the remote villages where we work the families live in mud blockhouses. They do not have furniture. Their bed is the floor. As subsistent farmers they depend on enough rain in the wet season to bring forth a harvest of maize. Without any benefit system whatsoever, their crop is all that keeps them from starvation. This crop is usually very low or non-existent due to insufficient sustained rain. Schooling for these families is therefore not a priority - mere surviving is. This means the cycle, the prison of poverty continues generation after generation. A goal of kids4school is to break the cycle of poverty by getting children into education and equipped for employment. As there is no employment in the villages it will mean seeking employment out of the villages and into the towns and cities where there is work. We operate a child sponsorship program at ÂŁ39 per year. This provides all they need to go to school. As there are no school dinners, we also provide a basic meal every day. This is included in our sponsorship. One thing that

makes kids4school quite different is that 100% of the ÂŁ39 goes directly to the work in Tanzania. Nothing is taken out for admin costs. Operating costs, which are minimal are covered by our corporate sponsor and various other donations. kids4school is a very multifaceted ministry. Primarily we enable children to go to their local government school. But along with child sponsorship we operate a feeding program for the families of the sponsored children, and are involved in many different construction and training projects. As we see education taking the form of academic and vocational education we have developed our own Academy. Here we have opened a nursery school and have buildings constructed for primary 1-4. We are also operating many vocational training courses, like joinery, welding and sewing. We identify trades that will enable the students to either get a job or assist them in becoming self-employed.

If you would be interested in partnering with kids4school and help a young person have a future we would love to hear from you and you can contact us either by the contact form on our website www. kids4school.org or email at info@kids4school.org or initially by phone at 028 2827 2998. The inclusion of this article has been generously donated by Staff Nursing Ltd

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equipped to provide all the comforts you might require. All bedrooms have their own en suite facilities and each room is equipped with a fully monitored nurse call system. Special nursing accessories are provided according to our resident’s particular needs. Residents are encouraged to bring smaller items of personal furniture or effects that have sentimental significance. All bedrooms are situated on the ground floor and are split into four cluster units. Communal Areas Each unit is viewed as a Home with its own décor and living/dining area. The living areas all have a colour television and video. The corridor that connects the units is called the Street and there is a light and spacious communal area, the Square, where residents can meet and communal activities take place. The communal areas within The Somme Nursing Home are designed to provide comfort and a homely feel, where residents can relax and socialise with other residents or visitors. All our spaces are comfortable with clean and tasteful, high-quality furnishings. Visitors are welcome at any time and are also welcome to join residents for a cup of tea or a meal.

Outdoors and Gardens The Somme Nursing Home has well established and well maintained gardens and sheltered outdoor areas, which provide enjoyment for residents throughout the year. Outings and Activities There is an ongoing programme of activities, which is tailored to suit individual needs. An Activity Therapist is employed for three sessions a week. Visits, entertainment and assistance are provided by the many organisations for ex-service persons such as the “Not Forgotten” Association, SSAFA and the Disabled Ex-Serviceman’s Association. IF you would like us to continue to care for our veterans, please make a donation direct to the home or through www.justgiving.com/ thesommenursinghome

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ONshine Club Kenya Project began in 2006, an off shoot of a Summer Bible Club, when three friends from East Belfast took school stationery and clothes to the Tharaka region in Kenya. Touched by the experiences of the trip we were encouraged to set up a charity. Little did we know that this would be the start of something BIG! We set a target to find sponsors for 40 children, and now, working alongside a Danish charity - Assist, sharing offices and staff, sponsor 300 children. We have also built a school, set up a medical clinic, funded boreholes and wells and have a 62-acre farm, providing food and employment for the local community. For £15 per month the sponsorship programme

helps educate a child providing essentials such as school uniforms (it is necessary to have a school uniform in order to enrol in school), school stationery, solar lamps, mosquito nets, mattresses and water tanks. Each child is provided with medical insurance benefiting the whole family and they are also enrolled in a goat breeding programme, enabling them to generate funds for their own secondary education. It is our aim to make these children self-sufficient and although we will help provide them with a primary school education, we endeavour to give them the means to help themselves when it comes to further education. Our most recent project is distributing Sawyer Water Filters. Clean water saves

lives by reducing the fatal water borne diseases that are carried in their rivers. We aim to provide filters to each of the 300 sponsor children and then to the wider community. To date we have allocated 125 families with these filters. Each filter, including buckets, cost £60 and this one-time only investment can filter up to 60 litres per hour and will last at least 10 years, if maintained. They can be easily cleaned with the provided backwash syringe, there are no cartridges to replace, no moving parts to break, and no power source needed. Already we can see an improvement in health and fewer absences at school due to the benefits of having clean water. All in all we are a small charity with a BIG HEART!

Contact us to Sponsor a Child or purchase a water filter and change lives; either email brenda@sckp.co.uk, or through our website www.sckp.co.uk, or message us on our Facebook page.

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SALES OF MARGEY ORIGINALS SET FOR MALONE LODGE AND GALGORM RESORT Portrush-based artist Adrian Margey will be launching his 2019 exhibition series with two major exhibitions and sales of work this spring. The first will run at Malone Lodge Hotel on Eglantine Avenue in South Belfast from Friday 8th – Sunday 10th March. The second will run at Galgorm Resort & Spa Ballymena from Easter Saturday 20th – Tuesday 23rd April. Renowned for the diversity of his output, these exhibitions will showcase a wide variety of Margey’s contemporary and more traditional work. From large-scale canvases to smaller works, visitors will enjoy a vast range of the artist’s cityscapes, landscapes, traditional music scenes and depictions of iconic landmarks. Belfast, Donegal, the North Coast, Glens of Antrim and the Mournes have provided the main inspiration for these new collections. The artist cites the Fauves, the Irish Impressionists and the indigenous artists of South America as his main influences. He combines a kaleidoscope palette with lazy brushstrokes and expressive knife work to create his distinctive originals. Margey will be on hand throughout the shows to discuss his work with visitors and to advise on commissions. Off-street parking and admission is free at both venues. Visit www.adrianmargey.com or telephone 07841593762 for full details. Margey’s Portrush Studio is open to the public each Saturday throughout the year.

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Judith Owens, NITA Board and Chief Executire, Titanic Belfast, Terence Brannigan, NITA Observer and Chairman, Tourism NI and Brian Johnston, Armagh, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough Council.

Linda McWilliams, Mid & East Antrim Borough Council, Chris Brooke, Galgorm Castle, Ashbrooke House, Ainsely McWilliams, Mid & East Antrim Borough Council and Brenda Morgan, Chair NI Tourism Alliance.

ni tourism alliance marks its first year in business NI Tourism Alliance has marked the successful conclusion of its first year in business with a Members’ Forum at Riddel Hall, Belfast. An influential audience spanning public and private sectors heard from John McGrillen (CEO Tourism NI), Niall Gibbons, (CEO, Tourism Ireland), and Geraldine Fee (Department of the Economy), followed by a lively ‘in discussion’ session hosted by Mark Simpson in which key speakers were joined by NITA Chair Brenda Morgan and Bill Wolsey, Managing Director of the high profile Beannchor Group. www.nitourismalliance.com

John Greer, Belfast City Council and Doreen McKenzie, CEO NI Tourism Ireland.

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Catherine Toolan, Watefront/ICC, Kathryn Thomson, Museums NI, Brenda Morgan, Chair NITA and Peter Harbinson Invest NI.

Ciara McClements, National Trust based at Giant’s Causeway/Carrick-a-Rede and Brenda Morgan, Chair, NITA.

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Mark Simpson, host, is pictured with (l to r) Don Wilmont, Vice Chair NITA and Visit Derry, Judith Owens, NITA Board Member and Chief Executive Titanic Belfast and Colin Neil, NITA Board Member and Chief Executive Hospitality Ulster.

Howard Hastings, (right) Hastings Hotels and Tourism NI is pictured with Don Wilmont, Vice Chair NITA/Visit Derry, and Brenda Morgan, Chair NITA.

Brenda Morgan, Chair, NITA with Andy Patterson, Tourism Officer, Newry, Mourne & Down District Council.

Doreen McKenzie, CEO, NITA, Conal Harvey, Deputy Chairman, Titanic Belfast and Judith Owens, NITA Board Member and Chief Executive Titanic Belfast.

Doreen McKenzie, CEO NITA is with guests George Bradshaw, Fermanagh & Omagh District Council and Tanya Cathcart, Fermanagh Lakeland.

Gerry Lennon, Visit Belfast, Brenda Morgan, Chair, NITA and Anne McMullan, Visit Belfast/NITA Board Member.

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Colin Murray, Allister Bloomer, Alan Metcalfe, Richard Turkington and Nigel Keery.

CIOB ANNUAL DINNER IN BELFAST Almost 200 people attended the Chartered Institute of Building’s (CIOB) annual dinner event at the Hilton Hotel in Belfast on Friday 22 February 2019. Master of Ceremonies was TV personality Adrian Logan who hosted an after-dinner Q&A with Stephen Ferris, retired Ulster and Ireland ruby player. Industry speakers were Gary Blair, Chair of the CIOB Belfast Hub, and Chris Blythe OBE, Chief Executive of the CIOB. Sponsors of the event were Ridgeway, Hays Recruitment, GBS Roofing, Tughans Solicitors, JP Corry, Training LMS, Titan Air-Conditioning, Farrans Construction, and Keystone Lintels. The CIOB is the world’s largest and most influential professional body for construction management and leadership. www.ciob.org

Bryan Magee (Concrete Society Chairman) and Sam Phillips (Civil Engineering Inst. Chairman).

Gerard Graham, Adrian Logan, Gordon Best and Stephen Ferris.

Peter and Claire Clarke.

Sean O’Brien, Rachel Corbally, Shane Kennedy and John-Joe Doherty.

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IF YOU WANT A CHESTERFIELD OWN AN ORIGINAL At Original Chesterfields we are an established boutique Specialist in Chesterfield Furniture, based in Ballyclare, Co.Antrim. We provide our clients with the highest specification Chesterfields in the whole of Ireland and the UK, this coupled with our exclusive level of service which equals our luxury products - we feel these two factors are what really make good business. We are always striving to provide the finest product alongside the best experience for our clients. The seed was first planted for our business when we first bought a vintage Chesterfield suite for our own home many moons ago. Theres no doubt that Chesterfields are a timeless classic. Which is evidenced by the broad spectrum of clients we have provided these beautiful suites to over the years. From all ages of customers, all different types of people - from hotels to barbers, tattoo artists to interior deisign studios, famous artists, musicians to stately homes, to name but a few. Chesterfields are a great British icon, having existed for hundreds of years and quite simply have never gone out of style and are well known for their unique quality. They can complement almost any type of décor in a home or business – from period, traditional to modern, contemporary and even industrial styles. Thats all part of their beauty. And so after starting off in the business selling various types of vintage furniture along with Chesterfields we decided to take a chance and specialise in Chesterfields entirely. It was the best decision we ever made. One of us had decided to get trained professionally to restore vintage leather Chesterfields specifically, coming from a design background this seemed like a natural progression to take the business forward at that time. Armed with this expertise, we then travelled the UK and Ireland to source vintage Chesterfields to bring them back to our workshop, tastefully restore them to bring

them back to life and retail them not just locally but also throughout Ireland and the UK and even the USA. We became the only specialist Chesterfield restoration and retailer in the whole of Ireland. We then decided to provide our customers with brand new luxury Chesterfields also and up until recently we sold both vintage restored and brand new luxury Chesterfields. We then realised that our customers were steering the business in a slightly different direction and so decided to concentrate on our brand new products only and develop these further. We are vastly confident and proud of the high class of Chesterfields that we produce for our clients. This is because we are not only passionate about our Chesterfields, but have worked tirelessly hard from the outset and taken the utmost care and effort to research our product thoroughly before we ever brought it to market to make sure that we provide the finest, handcrafted Chesterfields available in the whole of Ireland and indeed the UK. We have made sure our products are not only the finest in aesthetic design but also that the level of sheer quality ‘under the hood’ where the customer can’t see, reassuringly, is also the best it can be. Knowing how well crafted the vintage ones were, we knew ours had to rival those and so we specifically chose craftsmen and women who are time-served artisans with over 40 years’ experience specifically in Chesterfields, who have as much passion as ourselves in what they do to handcraft our beautiful pieces. Simply, our Chesterfields are exceptional, why, because we make sure of it and we guarantee it. Our superior frames are built to last a 163

lifetime with our leathers and velvets being sourced from the finest tanneries and textile manufacturers in Italy and our wools, tweeds and linens are all woven and finished in the UK. We are also proud to be the only ones in Ireland to be able to offer our clients real hand-dyed Chesterfields in many styles - fine distinctive items which require our craftsmen to have a completely unique skillset to produce (see photo below). We ship worldwide.

If you want a Chesterfield – own an Original. Call 073 9871 2048 to discuss further and arrange an appointment. You can find us on Facebook and Instagram, search Original Chesterfields.

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Design Service We offer a comprehensive design service, which is tailored to suit each client’s needs. Our skill is to get a clear vision of your dream space/home and then deliver beyond your expectations. We are passionate about every element of interior design and believe the best result is only achieved when all are considered within the overall scheme. It’s important that our homes provide a sanctuary and we can help you create just that. Interior Design Studio The aim of both our studios, in Kilrea and Ballycastle, is to inspire you and help you create a bespoke space/home tailored specifically for you. Along with our partners, Ballycastle Homecare, we offer a service, which allows us to both design and supply every element within your home. We work with and can recommend exceptional architects and builders, which have proven track records in the industry to provide a seamless experience. Ballycastle Homecare are renowned for their high quality kitchen and bathroom ranges and boast one of the largest showrooms in Northern Ireland. Together, we offer the complete service from initial drawings to the drawing of the curtains.

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and coordination with builders, plumbers, electricians and other professionals is vital for a successful project. We pride ourselves in establishing good working relationships so that projects run smoothly to efficient timescales, so that the client is never disappointed. Interior Design Service Every project begins with a conversation… this is when we take the client brief and get an initial idea of the scale of the project. Although we provide an excellent service from the studios, we believe that the best decisions are made on site, so we advise an on-site consultation. This allows us to look at paint colours, fabrics and furniture within the light and space in which they will sit and also complete a survey of the interior, taking accurate measurements for further recommendations. We review our information and arrange a follow up meeting in the studio to discuss layouts, costings and materials. We can prepare mood boards and drawings to give you a better idea of how your interior will look. Once we have agreed

Interior Design Team Tracey Jane has over 15 years’ experience in delivering beautiful interiors from initial concept to completion. We have worked on domestic and commercial projects, from selecting colour schemes for one room to designing and supplying kitchens, bathrooms, furniture, lighting, soft furnishings, and accessories for full houses and hotels. Attention to detail is essential 165

the designs and schedule, we can then get to work on delivering and managing your new look. Whatever your interior project we have a team which can deliver inspirational designs which you can enjoy working and living in. We are passionate about design and work tirelessly to deliver exceptional results. We look forward to working with you.

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THE NOVY GUIDE TO EXTRACTION By Owain Harrison, country manager, Novy UK and Ireland. Owain Harrison is the country manager of Novy, a premium Belgian extraction brand that also specialises in advanced induction technology, which is now available in the UK and Ireland. Why is extraction important? Fresh air is as important in the home as it is when you go outdoors. Whether your kitchen is in an enclosed room or is part of an open plan space, extraction is a crucial consideration. No one wants the smell of cooking fumes in the home, especially if the room is used as a multifunctional space, where you cook, socialise and entertain or watch over children while they are at play or doing homework. If you opt for a premium extraction model you can expect for it to perform powerfully yet very quietly, so it never drowns out the sound of conversation. Setting your budget Dependent on the type of kitchen you have and the type of extractor, you can expect to pay in the £hundreds for a standard mainstream brand cooker hood or extractor, or up to around £3,000 for a premium silent

extraction model. If you opt for a combined hob and extractor, expect to pay between £2,000 and £4,000 for a premium model. Ducted vs. Recirculation If there is access to an outside wall, air can be removed to an external motor using ‘ducting kits’, which are pipe accessories supplied in addition by the manufacturer of your cooker hood. As a rule, the maximum recommended length of ducting is 5 metres, and with as few bends in the pipes as possible. Ducted ventilation will always deliver the quietest removal of air, but it is less energy efficient than recirculation mode. Some kitchens are not suitable for ducted ventilation, but all are suitable for recirculation and many cooker hoods come with both options. Some cooker hoods are designed purely for recirculation, including click and fix hoods for the ceiling, and pendant hoods. Being a standard recirculation hood means that warm air no longer needs to be vented to an outside wall using lengths of ducting, thus saving energy. This also means that a recirculation hood can be situated anywhere in a room, which provides more freedom when designing and planning an open plan kitchen and living space and makes installation far easier.

Advanced extraction performance in Novy’s recirculation models is due to Novy’s monoblock grease filters, which powerfully absorb unpleasant odours from the kitchen within 20 minutes after cooking has ended. Novy’s monoblock filters are made from millions of 0.5mm carbon granule spheres which are compressed into a complex maze structure that provides highly efficient odour absorption. Both water-repellent and non-flammable, they can be cleaned and regenerated in the oven at 120°C up to six times or after 200 hours of cooking. Other manufacturers offer different types of grease filters for their recirculation models. Exclusive Northern Ireland distributor for Novy: Ness Appliances T: 028 9082 6223 nessappliances.co.uk

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Mourne Fires, “The Fireplace Design Centre” for almost four decades have been renowned as specialists in the fireplace industry, handcrafting our own distinct range of fireplaces in the finest materials and to the highest of standards. We also supply and fit an extensive range of woodburning and multi-fuel stoves, premium grade chimney systems, gas fires including suspended fires, rotating fires, and see through fires. Our showroom is the largest fireplace and stove showroom in the country with numerous room settings and appliances in operation. As a family business, we pride ourselves in not just selling you an appliance. We provide our customers with a professional, personable service, individual attention and expert knowledge from years of experience. Catering especially for the self-build and renovation market, we work closely with architects and interior designers to assist in selecting suitable appliances for clients’ homes. Offering an everexpanding range of exquisite products, from leading brands, Jotul, Scan, Harrie Leenders, Rais Piazzetta, Bellfires, the choice is endless. Our team can assist with Design concepts, technical specification, flue arrangements and very importantly aftersales assistance, spare parts and servicing. This is your personal invitation to the showroom, we would be delighted to show you our products for potential future projects. We look forward to meeting you.

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Haldane Fisher is delighted to offer the latest in quality kitchens at their newly refurbished kitchen showroom in Conlig. The new displays incorporate the most up to date design, technology and accessories to personalize your kitchen. Their expanded product range provides more colour and material options than ever before including classic and contemporary styles. Classic kitchen furniture endures the test of time. Contemporary furniture is exciting, ultra stylish and radiates sophistication. All are complemented by quality worktops including quartz and composite materials. They offer a range of appliances, sinks and taps from market leading brands including Bosch, Smeg, CDA, Franke, Quooker and Blanco. Adding modern storage solutions and accessories will enhance any kitchen making it more user friendly and improve organization and capacity. A wide range of these can now be viewed and tested within the new showroom including pull out storage solutions and pop up charging ports in worktops. They now provide specialist lighting solutions making those kitchen dark spots a thing of the past. Task lighting can be used in those kitchen work areas while feature lighting can add that extra touch of glamour to any kitchen style. Both can be viewed in the displays. Stainless steel or decorative splash backs are a feature of many modern kitchens and their displays show some options available. They can also assist with specialist bespoke solutions in a selection of materials and colours to add that unique feature to your home. The experienced and friendly design team will work closely with you to bring your project to life using the latest in CAD technology. Combinations of colours and styles of doors, worktops and handles can be seen first-hand using the new kitchen selection area. Final choices are placed into the overall design proposal so the project can be reviewed in its entirety thereby providing the confidence that it will all work together.

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KITCHENS

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IRELAND’S ORIGINAL KITCHEN COMPANY Alwood by Alfred Briggs is the oldest and most innovative kitchen manufacturer in Ireland, having been working for our customers since 1933. With our rich history of designing and manufacturing award winning, bespoke kitchens and bedroom solutions worldwide, we place our customer at the forefront of everything we do. Our kitchen designers have a reputation for designing stunning bespoke kitchens, which our customers fall in love with. Each year our team attend design shows in Milan, Cologne and London to discover the latest trends and technologies to incorporate into our designs. With Wilson Briggs at the helm our design team are experts in creating designs to encompass all of our customer’s needs.

To ensure our customers truly realise their perfect kitchen, our designs and quality workmanship are coupled with the finest appliances. Working alongside world renowned brands such as Aga, Neff, Miele, Wolf, Siemans, Sub Zero, Quooker and Gaggenau we ensure that not only will your kitchen stand the test of time but your appliances will also. In our 86 years of experience we have designed everything from the perfect hidden pantry, to kitchen islands designed to entertain. With a passion for quality and a thirst for success we at Alwood by Alfred Briggs continue to lead the way in bespoke kitchen and furniture innovation. BESPOKE BEDROOMS Throughout the years, as well as our remarkable kitchens we have been asked to

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help complement our customers’ home with bespoke bedroom furniture. Our showroom has a great selection with intuitive storage solutions. Call or email our team to book an appointment with our team: Shaerf Drive, Lurgan BT66 8DD Tel: 028 3832 3296 E: mail@alwood.co.uk www.alwoodkitchens.com

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CONSTRUCTION SUPPLIERS

SIG Ireland is a subsidiary of SIG plc, a leading European distributor of insulation and energy management, interiors, exteriors and specialist construction products. SIG Ireland is one of the leading suppliers to the construction industry in Ireland, both North, and South. We differentiate ourselves from other suppliers by offering our customers technical advice to back up our extensive range of products from all the leading suppliers. Our range of construction products include, but are not limited to, concrete components and building membranes, sealants and preparations, insulation both building and technical, fire protection and fire stopping, external render, external cladding systems, roofing products, building ventilation products, interior fit outs, drywall, ceilings, office furniture and office layout

systems, specialists painting and corrosion control and all associated products. Delivering customer value is core to the SIG Ireland philosophy, by ensuring that quality products and services, which meet the rigorous demands of today’s commercial environments, are readily available from market leading manufacturers. As a result of this we can provide a range of independent solutions to suit performance requirements whether to meet regulatory standards or to achieve enhanced client demands. This is further backed up with relevant calculations for built building elements including thermal, acoustic, and condensation risk and heat loss analysis proofs. We continually strive to achieve our goals by being a ‘people’ business and recognise that our customers, people and suppliers, are our greatest assets.

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To find out more about SIG Ireland, our products and services or to arrange a site visit please contact: Dublin: 01 623 4541 Cork: 021 432 1868 Belfast: 028 9068 6380 Omagh: 028 8224 6220 E: marketing@sig.ie www.sig.ie

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Public Liability Insurance - To provide cover in the event of your liability for damage to third party property or injury to any person (other than employees) whilst on your site. It is important to remember that injuries can be sustained by both visitors AND trespassers. Employers Liability - To provide cover

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Contract Works - Providing cover for loss or damage to the building works and materials in course of construction, including theft. Key benefits of the Kerr Group policy include a £5 million limit of indemnity on Public Liability which satisfies the requirements of the Roads Service. Up to 24 months cover which allows extra time in case a problem arises and additional cover for own tools and hired in equipment for which you will be fully responsible. Call now for a quotation.

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Tandragee Roofing Company & Building Services Ltd was founded in 1988 by Mr Charles Laverty. The family-run company has grown from strength to strength over the past 30 years in business. Based in the town of Tandragee, the company comprises of two directors and over twenty employees who between them have a vast knowledge and experience of the roofing industry. Our services provide all aspects of roofing including, liquid plastics, asphalt, decra, felt roofing, single ply, roofs decked, roof maintenance and repairs as well as green roofing.

We continue to grow in size, as well as expertise and proficiency and stand by the moto ‘We are not satisfied until you are satisfied.’ Tandragee Roofing Co & Building Services Ltd 142 Mullahead Road, Tandragee, BT62 2LD T: 028 3884 0576 E: tandrageeroofing@aol.com www.tandrageeroofing.co.uk

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One Stop Shop for all of your home needs Why not pop into RightPrice Coleraine for all your homeware needs! RPC have something to suit all needs and budgets, if you need a new floor but not sure if you want carpet/vinyl or wooden floors. RightPrice are definitely the place to advise you on what would work. They are most definitely a one-stop-shop for all your home needs. All budgets are catered for whether you want a full house overhaul or if you just want to spruce up a room with new cushions and a rug or update your bedroom with new bedlinen. You will not be disappointed with the vast selection of goods on offer, these are suitable across all budgets. The selection of suites, beds and bedroom furniture plus the ranges of dining and occasional furniture are all on display in the vast showroom. RightPrice Coleraine pride themselves on their excellent customer service with their friendly and knowledgeable staff. 22A Cloyfin Road, Coleraine BT52 2NU T: 028 7034 4482

UNBEATABLE PRICES IN INTERIORS The Furniture Clearance Centre is a relatively new business opening their doors in 2017. Offering a wide range of beds, bedroom furniture, suites, mattresses, as well as carpet and wooden flooring. They ensure to make your house feel like a home with their customer support and after sales services. Every last Saturday of the month, The Furniture Clearance Centre host a Payday Sale where there are great items at unbeatable prices available. Visit the showroom at 4-7 Washingbay Road, Coalisland,

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Call in to one of McCall Tile & Bathrooms showrooms today in Clough, Carryduff or Portadown and you will not be disappointed at the fabulous range of bathrooms on display from leading brands. The extensive range of bathrooms on display are of course complemented by a stunning tile collection. At McCall Tiles & Bathrooms they offer a vast array of luxury imported floor, wall, kitchen and bathroom tiles. Under tile heating is also available along with a wide range of laminate, engineered and solid wooden flooring. These unique tiles and bathrooms are complemented by a full range of mirrors, cabinets and bathroom accessories. Their staffâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s extensive product knowledge, excellent customer service and attention to detail have made J & W McCall Supplies an award winning, leading supplier in Ireland. Visit one of their showrooms today to experience innovative, unique tiles and bathrooms to suit all tastes and budgets. Why not take advantage of their free 3D design service to help you bring your ideas together. If you are thinking of building, renovating or refurbishing, then why not be inspired from the comfort of your own home by visiting their website at www.jwmccall.com where you will find many of their product ranges as well as seeing what is available in their extensive building supplies and timber division.

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HAND PICKED, RICH NATURAL STONE Glentown Stone is a beautiful slate hand picked stone. The quarry is located in St Johnston, County Donegal. It produces a very colourful, rich natural stone varying between a grey to blue slate to a sandy brown effect. It is perfect for either interior or exterior needs, commercial or landscaping use. Therefore it is not surprising the interest that has been shown by architects and developers working on contract projects and large dwellings. The popularity of the stone is such that a consignment has been shipped to France to be used in Chateau La Coste for artistic design. Closer to home deliveries have been dispatched to most corners of Ireland and within the UK.

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kitchen chats Ulster Tatler talks to Alwood Kitchens Designer, Holly Rathore. Tell us a bit about your role at Alwood? My role at Alwood is varied which is what I love about it. When I first joined the business I was entrusted to design the bespoke 1933 showroom display for the business’ 85th anniversary to showcase my skills to new clients. Within my first year my role has changed from being solely focused on retail clients to working on two new housing developments and two hotel projects which is very challenging yet great fun. Describe a typical working day for you? Every day starts with a cup of tea and checking over my schedule for the day. An average day can involve meeting clients either on site or in the showroom to discuss their projects. I love this part of my role the most as it’s great to listen to people and turn their wants and needs into a reality. In between meetings you will find me drawing projects, working with production on specific details of designs and meeting with suppliers looking at new materials or finding exciting new products to show customers. There is never a typical day at Alwood as everyday is a school day. It must be a very rewarding job, can you recall any particular moments which have stood out for you at Alwood so far? One would be our 85th anniversary party and hearing all of the feedback about my design which was phenomenal from so many highly respected people within the industry. When some of the top architects in Northern Ireland told me they loved it, I was lost for words. Another moment which stood out for me would have to be designing the bedrooms for the Seagoe Hotel. Reading through customer’s feedback on Tripadvisor and hearing from the owners of the Seagoe and Waterfoot hotels about how much their customers love the new bedrooms is very rewarding. I can’t wait for the Seagoe to get their 4-star rating! I have to say my most rewarding moment so far would have to be designing a future-proof kitchen for one of my clients who has a visual

impairment. A few weeks ago, she sent me a picture of a cake she had baked for her daughter’s birthday and told me that it was the best one she has ever made. The kitchen has made such a difference to her life and independence. The fact that I am able to help someone through design is one of the reasons I became an interior designer and I am so honoured to have helped such a lovely lady! What tips would you give to someone who is putting a kitchen in to a new home? If you are building your own home, come and see us as early as possible. Windows need to be located to allow plenty of light into the room, but in locations that give us enough space to produce clean runs of cabinets.

infectious creativity Ulster Tatler talks creativity and inspiration with Interior Designer Gillian McConnell. WHO HAS BEEN THE BIGGEST INSPIRATION OVER THE YEARS FOR YOUR CREATIVITY? My first job was within the Department of Architecture at Queen’s University. Whilst typing and editing An Architectural Guide to Belfast by Dr Paul Larmour I became intrigued by the aesthetics of a city. I had an irrepressible interest in interiors – always knowing that the interiors, rather than the architecture, where something I could achieve. At this time there was only one Interior Design school in London. I attended the full-time Interior Design course at Inchbald School of Design in Chelsea and was hooked. Upon leaving Inchbald I was extremely lucky to train and learn my craft from one of London’s most highly respected designers – Jenny Armit. Jenny was a consummate professional in all aspects of design and we worked on cutting edge projects such as Groucho Club, Soho; The Old Telephone Exchange, Portobello and homes for U2’s manager Paul McGuinness. Jenny’s reputation as not only one of the best colourists in the market but a maverick when it came to designing bespoke products. This gave me a keen interest in the commissioning of products as a key component in any design scheme. I was lucky to work

closely with Paul Smith, Kevin McCloud, Bill Amberg and Tom Dixon on exciting commissions. Their creativity was infectious. Since then I have worked closely with Nick Jones whose vision – the Soho House Group – has constantly spurred me on to be always pushing the boundaries of design. I have also for 15 years been working hand in hand with the then Design Director of uber luxury developers, Candy & Candy, Martin Kemp, in designing, commissioning and managing the delivery of a wide range of bespoke items for projects such as One Hyde Park, London. Again spending time often weekly with these individuals keeps you constantly striving for the best – constantly questioning the norm. Designers and Architects that I have always followed are David Hicks, Isle Crawford, Kit Kemp and Frank Gehrey, Frank Lloyd Wright, David Adjaye and Zaha Hadid. WHERE DO YOU DRAW YOUR CREATIVE IDEAS FROM FOR EACH PROJECT? I’m not a formulaic designer. Each client demands a creative input that is fit for purpose and, most importantly, what the client needs. Those needs, coupled with the property, surroundings and budget are the basis for any design scheme. A design brief enables me to listen to and interpret the clients’ needs and start to transform these into a design scheme. Years of experience give you the ability to work always within the time-frame and budget. The creative process can grow from any aspect of that design brief. A piece of art that the client covets can be used as inspiration for a whole room scheme. I also believe in balance in all things. I try to include in each scheme some timber, metal, glass, stone and textiles. Nature and art are constantly threaded through my design schemes. Both provide an endless source of colour, texture and pure beauty that easily can be transposed into design elements. The most important element however is getting “under the skin” of your client. Living in their shoes and seeing through their eyes. That’s when the ideas start to incubate into designs.

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Janice Sutherland, Holly Rathore and Ivan Burrows.

EVERYTHING FOR A PERFECT HOME Perfect Blinds and Flooring are a family run business based in Portadown. We specialise in supplying, manufacturing and fitting all types of blinds, curtains and flooring. We have our own in-house blind fitters and floor installation team with over 20 years experience. All our fitters are fully trained to complete all floor laying and blind fitting to the highest standard. We also provide an expert bespoke curtain making service. Perfect Blinds and Flooring have built up a reputation for delivering affordability with an unrivalled quality of service in Portadown and surrounding areas and are happy to give you the best advice for your windows and flooring.

range of colours, textures and finishes to match or complement your existing dĂŠcor. So each client can create a unique space in their property. We stock a wide range of ready made blinds from quality manufacturers including Vision, Perfect Fit, Pleated, etc. Flooring All our floors come in a wide range of colours, textures and wood finishes. All our flooring is hard wearing and durable and suitable for all areas in the home. Curtains At Perfect Blinds and Flooring we provide an expert made to measure curtain making service across Portadown. We stock a wide

We provide domestic and commercial services and cover the whole of Northern Ireland. We specialise in home visits where we take the stress away from yourself and help guide you through the art of finishing your house. We supply a range of products including; curtains, blinds, upholstery, dining sets, flooring, space saving wardrobes and motorised blinds, providing free, no obligation quotations and consultations. Blinds All our blinds can be manufactured in a wide

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range of quality materials to suit all types of rooms. We also provide expert curtain hanging and can manufacture matching pelmets for all our materials. Perfect Blinds and Flooring 2 Brocombra Meadows, Portadown BT63 5RD T: 078 5093 1681 Gareth T: 078 9454 6577 Pamela E: perfectblindsandflooring@gmail.com www.perfectblindsandflooring.co.uk

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a wide range of home, business and leisure applications. Showroom Facilities The showroom is an introduction to the product ranges available and experienced staff can provide advice for the selection of the right seating, table, storage system or light fitting. The project portfolio can even be reviewed over coffee in a relaxed environment.

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ANNAN INTERIORS As founder of Annan Interiors in 1999, Gordon Annan applied his already substantial experience in the interiors industry into forming one of the leading project-based interior sources in the UK and Ireland. Services available With a comprehensive product collection, sample showroom and a talented, experienced well-trained team, the company is ideally equipped to offer a range of

Design Service The company also offers a comprehensive interior design service starting, if the client wishes, with lighting design working through tiling and sanitary ware specification to soft furnishing proposals. Annan Interior’s clients tend to be strongly motivated by very contemporary aesthetics and the company takes on board their lifestyle and goals in its interior design response. Furniture The timeless design of the German manufacturers Interlübke and Cor spearhead the collection but the company also offers Sancal, Porada, Cattelan Italia, Punt, Rexite and many more. The common thread in the harmonious product range on offer is a very pure design flavour. Lighting Annan Interiors are importers for both architectural and decorative lighting from Europe’s top design-led manufacturers such as Artemide, Foscarini, Flos and Rotaliana and can create whole-house overviews as

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part of lighting schemes. The company also acts as an interface between client and home automation suppliers providing clarity to the potential of this technical area. Fabrics Working with Kinnasand, Kvadrat, Casamance and Silent Gliss - innovators in textiles and window furnishing - a great choice of solutions are available using the most beautiful printed cotton, pleated and crumpled sheers, as well as motorised curtain tracks and blinds. Collaboration with design professionals Also on offer is a full range of support services for your own architect, independent designer or project manager. Creating Interiors Nationwide Annan Interiors has clients throughout Ireland supported by its own delivery and installation service. Making an appointment is recommended to avail of design consultation.

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perfect job for you. We at Flame are highly focused and dedicated in providing the highest quality, the best service and support possible to our clients. We have over 30 stoves and 20 fireplace surrounds on display in our showroom. Our products are carefully selected for their quality, beauty and endurance. We take great pride in our products and only sell the brands that we trust and have been installing for 20 years. Stoves - Leading Brands; Invicta, Stovax, Gazco, Acr, Arrow, Stratford, Woodford, Evonic, Scope, Dovre, Nordpeis, Yeoman, Hunter. Fireplaces - Various sizes Finishes: Sorrento White Marble, Limestone, Polished Polar White, Black Granite, Ivory

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When building your dream home there is much talk about getting lighting designs right and how important a well-designed scheme is to the finished look of your house, but knowing where to start can be a little daunting. The right lighting can breathe new life into any space and the role it plays in your home should not be underestimated. Good lighting can stir emotions and create the perfect ambience, allowing you to fully appreciate your surroundings. My aim is to provide practical and beautiful lighting schemes for clients. Often working from foundation stages to completion, I am with you every step of the way to implement a complete lighting design solution tailored to individual clientâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s needs.

By appointment: David Brown Lighting Design 119 Finaghy Road South ,Belfast BT10 0BZ United Kingdom T: +44 (0) 28 9062 0708 M: +44 (0)7595 306 418 E: david@davidbrownld.co.uk W: www.davidbrownlightingdesign.co.uk

DESIGN SERVICE The Design Service provides clients with a complete lighting design for all interior and exterior areas. I tend to think practically, balancing schemes with aesthetics and task requirements. I believe that the lighting should complement the style of each area â&#x20AC;&#x201C; and not dominate it. As such I am equally happy to work on contemporary or more traditional projects. LIGHT FITTINGS I import both architectural and decorative light fittings from many of the top manufacturers and designers. Bespoke requirements can also be accommodated. Contact me and book an appointment early in the building process at the planning stage.

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Transform your home. We offer impressive bespoke Italian decor finishes. Superior, decorative wall, ceiling and floor plasters and paints, for any room in your home or business. From kitchens to feature walls to bathrooms, any space can be transformed into something special!! We use the the best products (Venetian, polished or marble plasters, metallic paints and effects and microcement ) to achieve seamless, durable and waterproof finishes, with very little maintenance, and can go over tiles or other old walls and floors.

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Explore the latest interior trends at Bassetts: from bright and bold to industrial chic, breathe new life into your home with these stylish edits. Hues of blue Give your bathroom a bit of character by adding a splash of colour to your sanitaryware or cabinets. Forget the avocado shades of the 70’s, the modern take on coloured baths and basins is for bolder pigments of blue which offer a cooler alternative to white and look great teamed with chrome or gold brassware. “Mixing this trend with some clean white furniture or neutral textured stone surfaces will ensure the boldness of a coloured bathroom won’t be too overpowering,” says Klaire McCann, one of Bassetts’ bathroom specialists.

Bassetts tile specialist, Mel Gribbon, says: “The choice of colour, design, material and finish available is constantly growing and is a really popular and cost-effective way to revamp your home. We regularly work with customers to help them select the perfect tile. The transformation is always so impressive.” From geometric to Victorian, concrete to wood-look, there is a vast array of tile options which will create a striking floor space.

Dark and moody “Dark interiors look and feel more interesting and sophisticated,” says Klaire. “We are seeing more and more people move away from the traditional all-white look to embrace a more dramatic colour scheme which can be calming, and relaxing.” Some might worry that dark colours make a room feel smaller, but there are many great design tricks which ensure this isn’t the case. Copper or golden accents in brassware, mirrors and even in plant pots will brighten the space and balance out dark colours. Similarly, a pop of bright colour such as green or yellow is perfect for breaking up dark, contemporary interiors. Floor me If you don’t want to replace your entire bathroom or kitchen, or if you want to give your entrance ways a refresh, tiles offer the ideal solution and can create an immediate new look for any space.

Bassetts is Northern Ireland’s largest bathroom, tiling and heating merchant with 17 branches across the province. Simply call in for your free design consultation or to check out the latest interior styles for inspiration. www.bassettsonline.com

Urban chic Exposed industrial styles have been growing in popularity in recent years, with features like concrete-look floors, rustic cabinets and exposed metal piping. One of the most striking designs for this style of bathroom is the Crittall-style shower

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NI Plumbing Services is a family run business specialising in providing bespoke bathroom suites. We carry out every aspect of your bathroom transformation from fitting, to plastering, tiling and electrical work. We offer a very high standard of work, ensuring the customer gets whatever they want, there NI Plumbing Services is a family run business is no job too big or too small. specialising in providing bespoke bathroooms suites. We carry out every aspect of your bathroom transformation from fitting, to plastering, tiling and electrical work. We offer a very high standard of work, ensuring the customer gets whatever they want, there is no job too big or too small.

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Kudos is a timber frame specialist in bespoke, one-off houses. That means using the finest timber frame technologies to create high performance, low energy homes on time and on budget. We’re a family business that have been building bespoke high spec homes for 50 years. We made the change to building only in timber frame construction just over 20 years ago as we came to realise that it offered exceptional control over the atmosphere and living conditions inside the home. If you are embarking on a self-build project or have a dream of building your own home someday, the chances are that top of your wish list is a certain style and layout to both suit and reflect your lifestyle. Warmth and comfort will no doubt be top of that list too. With a Kudos timber frame core, we can guarantee that the first thing that you will notice in your new home is not only an exciting and fresh ambience, but also that all important warmth and comfort. So, in short, why should you consider timber frame for your new self-build home?

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Timber frame construction largely happens off site in a dry, clean environment like the Kudos factory. Unlike traditional construction, there’s no drying out time meaning that uncertainties in the build time are omitted.

will not only come in on budget, but will be finished on time. We don’t build ordinary homes. We build timber frame homes that deserve kudos.

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The speed of build and simplicity of construction cuts down on uncertainties. So, with the Kudos project management team behind it, you will come in on budget. Finally, the flexibility of our service means we can tailor a timber frame solution to suit your budget and expectations. In short, we are the ‘go-to team’ for bespoke timber frame homes which our clients can be sure

Timber Frame looks smart – whatever your style

It lends itself equally as well to both houses designed with a traditional aesthetic and more modern angular builds with clean lines and expansive glazing.

Timber Frame is smart – it saves you money and hassle It’s a sustainable material. It’s low carbon, structurally sound and highly versatile. It’s also a natural insulator offering very high levels of thermal efficiency. When the appropriate insulation and air tightness measures are added and fitted with expertise, you will find it easy to meet and surpass even the strictest building regulations. This means significantly reduced bills.

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Thomas Kelly & Co Ltd Everything for the decorator

Thomas Kelly & Co. is an independent wallpaper and paint shop established in 1941. Thomas Kelly has everything for the decorator. They are a small family run business, which started in a small shop across the street from where they now trade in Ballynahinch, which is a much larger, spacious site, with parking to the side of the premises. They provide quality products at competitive prices with a wide range of product lines to satisfy every customer’s needs. A warm welcome awaits you by their experienced and knowledgeable staff, who are on hand to help and guide you to finding the perfect room scheme, or the right wood care product, or even the right gas cylinder.

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IN PROFILE

Ulster Tatler talks to managing director of Adornas Kitchens & Interiors, Simon Lennox.

Ulster Tatler catches up with Fintan Bradley, MD of Exquisite Tiles in Downpatrick.

Tell us a bit about Adornas Kitchens Adornas Kitchens & Interiors are a forward thinking Design Studio in Bangor, County Down, specialising in kitchen and living design, offering entire lifestyle solutions including the furnishing and decoration of your new look home.

What is your position in the company? Managing Director, general dogsbody! What is your favourite part of the job? I enjoy travelling to the tile trade fares around the world and seeing the new tile trends but on a day to day basis it has to be meeting our potential customers. We are one of the few companies that will actually bring sample tiles to your door so you can see them in your own home. It can be time consuming but very worthwhile and you meet some great people.

Tell us a bit about your role. As Lead Designer, my job is to work closely with our clients to design spaces that work for them and their families. I’m very focused on creative solutions for family kitchens that are affordable, but also improve how the space is used, making daily life easier. I believe that design is not just what it looks like, design is how it feels.

What are some current tile trends? Tiles are being used in every area of the home, and not just reserved for the kitchen or bathroom. Patterned tiles with a Mediterranean look are quite popular along with textured tiles with an architectural feel that makes an eye catching feature. Technological advances in manufacturing mean that we see porcelain tiles being produced that mimic wood, stone, granite and even concrete. One thing I think you will definitely see for 2019 is mixing tiles not matching. Customers are using tiles in a more exciting way, mixing materials, colours and patterns.

What advice would you give to someone building a kitchen in a new home? My biggest piece of advice would be to consult the experts during the early stages of your build process. Architects are the absolute experts in designing homes, however it’s really worthwhile engaging with a kitchen designer and bathroom designer before you finalise any structural details, such as placement of windows and doors. As the experts in their fields, they’ll be able to establish your needs and provide suggestions for the new room layouts. This may mean that a window or a door is potentially in the way, or needs reduced in size. Establishing any potential issues at this early stage means you still have time to make the necessary changes to make the room work for you.

Ulster Tatler talks to John Faull, Senior Kitchen Designer at Haldane Fisher. How do you spend a typical working day? A typical working day is never the same, but normally the morning is spent checking emails from overnight, confirming diary appointments and making relevant alterations to designs. A lot of time is spent dealing with the mass amount of phone calls that come our way, also! A very important part of the day is ensuring that order confirmations from manuftacturers are correctly processed. On top of this, my day can vary between attending product launches and keeping up with the current trends through reading interior design magazines. Design doesn’t just happen - it evolves!

Ulster Tatler caught up with Pamela Ferguson, Interior Designer at Perfect Blinds & Interiors.

What is your job title? Interior Designer.

When it comes to meeting with customers and planning the design of their kitchen, the first step is identifying the position of windows and doors in the room, and then working around that, figuring out what the most basic requirements are and considering what additional features are needed (accessories and lighting).

How do you spend a typical working day? Usually, my morning entails visiting the office to get organised for the day ahead, and then the rest of my day consists of making house calls to customers. Together, we discuss ideas for their home, picking fabrics and colours according to what suits their needs for their dream home.

What are the current trends in the industry? Industry trends have rapidly evolved in the past 5 years - key in-demand products include water taps that produce hot, boiling and filtered water, as produced by Quooker. Another popular product is the steam oven - this is something that was almost unheard of 5 years ago, but with customers becoming more health-conscious, there is a need to adapt their kitchens to suit their nutritional needs. As well as this, ceramic and porcelain worktops by Neolith are also increasing in popularity. Finally, internal light fittings within drawers and cupboards are proving to be a fashionable and modern addition to the kitchen.

What are the current trends in the industry? Currently, a great deal of customers are looking for a flow of soft tones in their homes, with a splash of colour to elevate the lighter palettes of grey, cream and white. More and more, people are moving away from traditional colours and styles to make their home sleek, clean and modern. Motorised blinds are becoming more popular, with customers forgoing curtains for double blind systems instead. That’s not to say that curtains are a thing of the past, though! What do you enjoy most about your job? Having the opportunity to meet people and make their dreams a reality is truly a pleasure. It is so important to have a good rapport with customers - as interior designers, we have to listen to what people want and provide it, but also elevate their desires and take it to a place beyond their imagination. To do this, trust between myself and the customer is key. It is so rewarding to bring their dreams to life and witness their joy and surprise once they’ve seen the finished product.

What do you enjoy most about your job? Despite working in the industry for 40 years, my enthusiasm for the job has never waned. What I enjoy most is meeting new people and guiding them through the minefield of kitchen design - as the kitchen is the central hub of the house, it is important to design a space that is both practical and welcoming. Listening to what the customer wants is key, and I enjoy building up a comfortable rapport with them, which in turn makes the process a lot easier. 204

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BORDER BASED CONSTRUCTION STARTUP EYES EXPANSION DESPITE BREXIT CONCERNS Contracting Management Development (CMD) has recently announced plans to expand their business after a busy year in business. The Newry-based construction and fitout specialists have seen their turnover push into the multi million bracket, allowing them to open two offices in Newry and Dublin and recruit ten new members of staff. Since its inception, CMD has won a number of high profile contracts including the redevelopment of FBD Insurance’s high street outlets as part of their nationwide re-brand, including their flagship office on Baggot Street, Dublin. Other high value contracts include a 37,000 sq ft fit-out in Belfast’s City Quays 1 for multinational company TSYS and a 5,900

sq ft fit-out for CDK Global at the Citywest Business Campus in Dublin. Despite growing concerns over Brexit, the border-based firm has ambitions to grow substantially in the coming years. John O’Hanlon, Managing Director said: “There is no doubt that Brexit is a massive concern for startup companies like ourselves, based on the border. “However, we are hopeful that we will continue to grow the business by implementing a strategy which sees the firm entering new markets and innovating to offer service levels over and above our competition.” CMD plan to recruit additional staff this year and invest in new construction software technology which will enable them to offer their specialist services not only to clients in Ireland and the UK, but also to those further afield. Niall Finnegan, Managing Director added: 208

“The past year has been hugely successful for us and despite the challenges we potentially face in our area, we are determined to continue expanding our business and offer jobs to local people. “We really enjoy working together with Irish firms such as FBD Insurance and we hope that having offices on both sides of the border will allow us to continue doing so.”

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HOW TO CHOOSE A MATTRESS THAT FITS YOU You see, your mattress is like selecting your best friend. For you to confide your problems to your best friend, you need to feel comfortable with him or her. Also, he or she has to be supportive of your decisions. The same goes when choosing a mattress. It must be able to provide both comfort and support to your body. Comfort is needed to make sure you don’t spend the night turning around and around on your mattress. Support is required to prevent waking up in the morning with a part of your body aching (most commonly your back). Comfort and support are the two major factors in selecting a mattress. So, what makes a mattress supportive and comfortable? It is the individual pocket springs that offer superior support, they adjust to your body contours and will cause less disruption to your partner when moving around. Many of the best mattress manufacturers will allow you to select a spring tension that suits you best. You can even have a different spring tension from your partner in the same mattress! And to get the most comfortable night’s sleep, look for natural fillings such as wool and cotton, they have unique temperature regulating properties and are extremely durable and luxurious. You know you’re comfortable on the mattress if you can lie on it for a while without needing to move to get more comfortable. Happy mattress hunting and sleep well!

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TOP TIPS FOR A BETTER NIGHT’S SLEEP Wether you’re a morning bird or a night owl, getting enough sleep is vital for both your mental and physical health. Studies show that a good night’s sleep helps to improve learning, regulate appetite and decrease the risk of developing various diseases. This month in Ulster Tatler we are sharing our top 5 tips to help you get a great night’s sleep, so you can wake feeling refreshed and ready to take on the day ahead. 1. Reduce Screen Time Stay away from your phone and other technology a few hours before bed. These devices emit a blue light which reduce the levels of the sleep hormone melatonin. 2. Surroundings Calming surroundings are going to help you to feel more relaxed and therefore it will be easier to fall asleep. Having your bedroom decorated in neutral colours and tidying away clutter before bed can help with this. Some people find scenting their room with a relaxing aroma such as lavender can help to evoke a sense of calm right before sleep. 3. Temperature Being too hot or cold can impact the quality of sleep. Aim to have temperatures

between 16°C and 19°C in your bedroom as a temperature that is too hot will cause restlessness while a cold room will make it difficult to drop off. 4. The Golden Hour Sleep experts recommend that you wind down for at least an hour before bed. Being in the right mindset is as important as being physically comfortable and ready for sleep. Try to get into a habit of 214

carrying out activities that can help to relax before bed such as having a warm bath or reading. 5. Caffeine Levels Try to avoid caffeine after 3pm as it can stay elevated in your blood for 6-8 hours after consumption. The less caffeine you have in your system before bed time, the easier you will find it to switch off and fall asleep.

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MRS JOAN CHRISTIE CVO OBE AWARDED FREEDOM OF THE CITY OF LISBURN AND CASTLEREAGH

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The Mayor, Cllr Uel Mackin presented Mrs Christie CVO OBE with a gift on behalf of Lisburn & Castlereagh City Council.

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Mrs Joan Christie CVO OBE planted a tree at Lagan Valley Island to mark the occasion alongside the Mayor, Cllr Uel Mackin.

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stand up for the ulster men! It’s been a pretty good season so far for Ulster Rugby, and a victory at the quarter-finals of the Heineken Champions Cup on Saturday 30th March, at the Aviva Stadium, Dublin, will hopefully see Dan McFarland’s men on the road to lifting the trophy. With well carved out recent victories away to Ospreys and home to Zebre, the run up to Ulster’s biggest game this season has been exciting. We chat to some Ulster supporters and get the lowdown on the big match. Chris Brownfield, member of the South Wales Ulster Rugby Supporters Club. How long have you been a fan of Ulster rugby? I have been following Ulster since I left for university in 1993, it seems the farther away, the more your passion for all things Ulster magnifies. What has been your most memorable moment as a rugby fan? It has to be The Brewery Field, Bridgend. MK I and MK II 2018/19 season, when both Willie Anderson’s Ulster A’s, the Dan McFarland’s Senior team, walked across the pitch to thank us for giving them support from the terraces. What makes rubgy different to any other sport? The old cliché of the rugby family, friends far and wide, sharing in the ups and downs, and

following Pienaar’s departure, so he must get rocognition for filling the gap. But if I had to choose from the current set up I would choose; Cooney, Shanners, Stewart, Ludik, Cave, Lowry, Stockdale, Addison, McCloskey, Balacoune, Hume, Nelson, Curtis, Kernoghan, Burns, Gilroy, McPhillips, Lyttle....

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whilst we may make some serious noise and have some great craic on the terraces, there is rarely anything but good humour and friendly banter with the opposition. A lot of drinks are bought to the other supporters to either congratulate or console after the match. What outcome do you predict for the Leinster v Ulster match on 30th March? The Blue HooDoo over Ulster cannot go on forever, and after taking my wife for her first Heineken Final in 2012, it must and will end on 30th March 2019 with an Ulster victory. Are you travelling down for the match? Yes, from Wales, with a fair few of our ex-pats, that make up our SouthWalesURSC. Who is your favourite player and why? It has to be the 9’s and backs, I was a scrum-half (not neccessarily any good, but I enjoyed the position) and when I watched Small Paul (then) or Wee Shanners (now), I just love to see them ‘rock the boat’. Cooney has put himself on the International stage, 222

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Like every other fan I am hoping for an Ulster win in the Aviva. It isn’t going to be an easy game but the boys have the fire and passion and I don’t see any reason as to why they can’t pull a win out of the bag on the day. It is a tough ask against a top class team like Leinster but then again we have some top class players who I am sure will give them a run for their money.

Laura Gallagher How long have you been a fan of Ulster rugby? I have been a rugby fan since I was a little girl, however I started to become really interested in it about 11 years ago. I’ve been a season ticket holder ever since and only missed one home game in that time. I have also travelled all over the UK and Europe cheering on the boys and try to fit in 3 or 4 away games per season too. What has been your most memorable moment as a rugby fan? One of my most memorable moments supporting Ulster was their win against Castre in January 2013. That was one of my 1st European away games that I had attended and to have been there and watch the boys secure their 1st win on French soil was pretty special. What makes rubgy different to any other sport? To me the things that make rugby so special is the fact that everyone mixes together, young/old, male/female and people from all walks of life. In my time supporting Ulster Henry Johnston How long have you been a fan of Ulster rugby? I have been a fan since 2001. What has been your most memorable moment as a rugby fan? My most memorable event is a tough one. It is either beating Leicester 33-0 in Ravenhill or beating Munster in the quarter final of the Heineken Cup in Thomond Park. What makes rubgy different to any other sport? It is all-inclusive, anyone from babies to pensioners are welcome at any ground, and while it gets partisan during a match, afterwards whether win or lose, fans can all get together and have a good time. What outcome do you predict for the Leinster v Ulster match on 30th March? I predict we are going to beat Leinster. It will be close, but it has to happen at some stage, so why not this time. Are you travelling down for the match? Yes, I am travelling down for the match and staying over. Who is your favourite player and why? Rory Best, fellow farmer and Co. Armagh man. I have to give Darren Cave an honourable mention though as I sit with his father at matches!

Are you travelling down for the match? I am indeed travelling down to the Aviva, I wouldn’t miss it for the world! I will be travelling down from Eglinton with my parents and then there is a group of us who stand together every home game on the Prom who have all booked into the same hotel, so we will all meet up there then head to the stadium.

Laura Gallagher (left).

I have met some amazing people who I now consider my closest friends and surprisingly some of them are even from England and I would regularly visit them. Rugby fans genuinely are one big family and the Ulster Rugby family is definitely a big part of my life and a very special family to be part of. What outcome do you predict for the Leinster v Ulster match on 30th March?

Ian Logan How long have you been a fan of Ulster rugby? I’ve been a fan for many years but, it’s only been the last 8 years that the work situation has lent itself to me availing of a season ticket. What has been your most memorable moment as a rugby fan? There have been quite a few, the Ruan Peinaar charge down against Leicester Tigers, Toby Flood to bring the score to 19:17 then convert the conversion to square the score at Welford Road in 2014 and score all 22 of Ulster’s points. The controversial red card of Jared Payne in our last Heineken Cup quarter final in 2014, which was at Kingspan. That game was eminence, everyone of the Ulster guys who took to the pitch stood up as Ulster men, with pride, passion and fight. Saracens got the game they didn’t expect. Unfortunately the result wasn’t to be as we all know. So my most memorable moment as an Ulster Rugby fan was not confined to one individual moment, it’s more the entire Heineken Cup run of the 2013/14 season. What makes rubgy different to any other sport? The difference I see is the friendships you have on the terraces with the Ulster supporters and when visiting supporters come to Kingspan, they get a really good welcome. They stand with us, exchange

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Who is your favourite player and why? My favourite player within the squad at the minute is John Cooney. From the minute he pulled on the Ulster shirt he has given 100% in every game he has played, he is an absolute joy to watch on the pitch and off the pitch he is a total gentleman, he makes time for everyone and would never pass you without saying hello. He is always up for a quick selfie too (although not sure he gets much of a choice on that one). He has been an outstanding signing for Ulster and I am very excited to see how his career progresses within the club.

stories and laugh with us. At the end of the match, no matter the result we all bid each other well. Often you would meet those same supporters at the corresponding game and great friendship are made. Rugby is all about family, because that’s what we are in Ulster Rugby, family. Are you travelling down for the match? Yes travelling down, due to good old Brexit I have the green card sorted for the car if needed, passport ready and car fully loaded for the day out in Dublin. Ulster Rugby flags will be flying en route to Dublin. Who is your favourite player and why? This question has given me a lot to think about. I could name so many players both past and present. It would to me be unfair to pick any one player before another. I feel there is a massive gap in the team with the loss of Nevin Spence in September 2012. He never got to show the rugby family his full potential. What we did witness was outstanding and for that reason Nevin is my favourite player from Ulster Rugby.

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Mervyn Hempton is congratulated on receiving the Eastside Award for Outstanding Contribution to East Belfast by Jonathan McAlpin of sponsor East Belfast Enterprise and awards host Tara Mills.

BIGGEST AWARDS NIGHT CELEBRATED IN EAST BELFAST The third annual Eastside Awards in association with George Best Belfast City Airport was the biggest and best yet, as 320 guests attended the glittering Burns Night ceremony, hosted by television presenter Tara Mills, recognising the best of East Belfast at Hastings Stormont Hotel. Eastside Awards finalists were treated to a VIP reception courtesy of sponsor The Waterside Belfast before the top accolade for Outstanding Contribution was awarded to East Belfast man Mervyn Hempton, who is committed to creating employment and wealth across the city with entrepreneurship and economic development at his heart. www.eastsideawards.org

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Gervis and Keith Knox of Ormeau Table Tennis Club & Ulster Table Tennis receive the Eastside Award for Individual Contribution to Sport from Clare Lenaghan of sponsor Millar McCall Wylie.

Heather Boyd and Lisa Rolston of Groundwork NI receive Eastside Award for Best Community Project from Stephen McGowan of sponsor the Urban Villages Initiative.

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A RELAXING GETAWAY ULSTEr tatler’s Joanne harkness visits farnham estate in co. cavan to experience the ESPA LAVENDER LULLABY TREATMENT.

Farnham Estate, located on the outskirts of Cavan town, is the perfect escape for a trip to relax and recuperate. This is especially true when you are booked in for one of the spa’s newest treatments, the ESPA Lavender Lullaby. My trip to Farnham Estate was a girly getaway for myself and my mum – after a busy summer which involved my sister’s wedding, she deserved a trip away to relax after her mother-of-the-bride duties. On arrival we were impressed by the stately building that stood before us, we knew instantly we had arrived at a venue that oozed class. We were welcomed in the modern reception by enthusiastic and friendly staff and our first stop was to explore the spa. I felt like I had been instantly transported to a peaceful haven. There were ample places to sit back and relax on comfortable loungers and overlook the stunning countryside view. One of the stand out features was the outdoor infinity pool which seamlessly connected to the indoor pool. I could have sauntered through the spa and thermal suite all day but I had a treatment appointment not to be missed! I was getting treated to the ESPA Lavender Lullaby - a blissfully gentle and comforting body, face and scalp treatment. The room was dimly light with candles and lavender scents filled the air; I already felt relaxed before the treatment had even began. There were a range of oils and scents to choose from and the therapist let me choose which ones I wanted to use, tailoring the experience to suit me. It started with a facial cleanse, followed by a full body Balinese massage and facial massage, finishing with a soothing scalp

massage. I could feel all stress slip away, soothing any tense muscles and clearing my mind. Breathing exercises were also incorporated, which highlighted the holistic aspect of the treatment, delivering a sensory experience. After almost two hours, the treatment came to an end – I would have stayed on the massage bed all day if I could! I felt completely relaxed and the muscles that had been tense from sitting at a desk all day now felt at ease. With the trip to our spa complete, my mother and I made our way to our room to get glammed up for dinner. There are a range of suites within the 400-year old Farnham House and we were lucky enough to have the key to the Deer Park Suite. We were astounded by the room, it looked very grand and traditional but with a modern twist. The big bay windows, with authentic shutters, opened out to a beautiful view of the grounds, making me keen to take a walk and explore them further. There were so many prominent features in the room including a four-poster bed, an original fireplace, magnificent antique furniture, two showers and a Victorian style bath. It was definitely one of the most unique and grand hotel rooms I have ever stayed in. After spending some time in our splendid suite we made our way down to the restaurant for dinner. The restaurant had a lovely buzz with a range of people dining, including families, couples and

groups of friends. I immediately noticed the full length windows that overlooked the estate – dinner with a view! My mother and I were both impressed with the menu, we knew we were in for an exquisite dining experience. For starter I chose the ham croquette which was crisp and packed full of flavour, while my mother opted for the prawn bisque which looked equally as appetising. For main I decided on the duck, a meat I don’t have often, so I thought this was the best time to try it – and it didn’t disappoint! The meat was so tender and cooked perfectly. My mother is a fish lover so chose the seabass for main, she commented that it was flaky and fresh and ate every last bite. Dessert is always a highlight, especially if it is something chocolate, so you can imagine my delight seeing the ‘Farnham’s Dark Chocolate & Honeycomb Plate’ on the menu. It consisted of a menagerie of chocolate including; brownie, mousse and ice-cream, topped off with a sweet and crunchy honeycomb. After our delicious dinner we headed back to our suite to curl up in the comfortable four poster bed. The therapist had mentioned that Lavender Lullaby is the perfect recipe for a good night’s sleep and it proved to be true – I slept like a baby! The following morning we both woke up feeling refreshed and ready to face the day, first stop breakfast. I have never been a fan of cooked breakfasts as they can often be too greasy and stodgy, however the buffet breakfast on offer at Farnham Estate was far from that, it was moreish and cooked perfectly. After breakfast we decided to explore the beautiful gardens that were on full view from the restaurant, and taking the time to get some fresh air and enjoy the scenery was the ideal end to our relaxing getaway. Farnham Estate, Cavan T: +353 4943 77700 www.farnhamestate.ie

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Newry, Mourne and Down District Council Chairman, Cllr Mark Murnin and his wife Michelle along with Chief Executive Liam Hannaway and his wife Mary extend warm congratulations to Cllr Dermot Curran, supported by his wife Karen, on being the longest serving Councillor in Northern Ireland.

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Cheers to 50 Years To mark its 50th birthday, Cancer Focus Northern Ireland has launched a new fundraiser – Cheers to 50 Years - calling on people to ask for donations for local cancer research instead of gifts on their birthday this year.

Dr Kienan Savage, from QUB, with breast cancer survivor Emily Stanton, who are encouraging everyone to sign up for the Cancer Focus NI Cheers to 50 Years campaign.

The charity aims to raise a massive £100,000 for research into breast cancer at Queen’s University Belfast. Ollie Govett, Community Fundraising Manager, Cancer Focus NI, said: “Cancer Focus NI wishes everyone could celebrate another birthday. So this year, on your birthday, no matter what age you are, we are asking you to give the gift of research and help us give hope to future generations.” Dr Kienan Savage, senior lecturer in molecular oncology at Queen’s, who is leading the research, said: “Every year 1,400 women in NI are diagnosed with breast cancer. Over the next 20 years about 400 will be diagnosed with breast cancer in their other breast. “At present we have no way of identifying which women are at the greatest risk of a second diagnosis and whose lives could be saved by a double mastectomy. There are also some women currently opting for a double mastectomy who may not need it. “If successful, this research will help reduce the number of women who are having unnecessary surgery and ensure all women receive the best personalised treatment for their breast cancer here in Northern Ireland.” Breast cancer survivor and mum of two Emily Stanton, from Belfast, said: “I was diagnosed with breast cancer in May 2015. Thankfully it was caught early and hadn’t spread. I had a lumpectomy followed by chemotherapy and radiotherapy. “It’s so exciting to know how much researchers are learning about breast cancer. I’m particularly interested in the research that Cancer Focus NI is funding at Queen’s which looks at how cancer develops in your second breast. “While my prognosis is good, I’m a realist and I know that a recurrence is a possibility. It’s a very frightening thought and one which makes this research close to my heart,” she said. “I’d like to encourage everyone to support this vitally important Cheers to 50 Years campaign. You can do this on your birthday by asking friends and family to make a donation to this brilliant cause instead of giving you a gift. It could be a life-saver for me and for other women like me.” Visit www.cancerfocusni.org/celebrate to receive your exciting free birthday party pack - which includes an information flyer explaining where your money goes, money box, balloons, bunting, napkins and cake topper.

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...a wee taste of home Slemish Bakery – from its headquarters in the heart of County Antrim, supplies mouth-watering cakes and pastries to a wide range of consumers. When we stand at the premises and look across the fields at Slemish Mountain, we are reminded of the original ethos of Slemish Bakery – to take local recipes that were originally used in the stone wall farmhouses around the foot of the mountain, and use them to bake quality products which would be available to people throughout Northern Ireland. The same principle is very much at the heart of Slemish Bakery today – providing the public with quality products that have been produced locally.

lemish Bakery is an integral part of Craig Foods which has a long history of supplying baked goods locally. Established in 1969 by Mr D. S. Craig (Sid) from Carrickfergus, using a van which he had borrowed from a colleague, the business has continually gone from strength to strength. Purchased in 1989 by its current owner Mr Terence Harkness, it will celebrate its 50th anniversary next year, and now boasts a fleet of 20 vehicles delivering to hundreds of local shops on a daily basis.

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Craig Foods has a number of different ranges. ‘Craig’s Yummy’ is a value range, offering a wide variety of products which have been sourced from some local suppliers as well as those further afield in Europe. ‘Craig’s Bread’, which includes ‘breads of the world’, caters for a wide range of tastes and feeds into the increased appetite for slightly more exotic breads such as Brioche, Tortilla Wraps and Naan bread. ‘Food to Go’ is an increasingly vibrant part of the business. Over the past year, Craig Foods have designated a number of their vehicles as speciality vans, supplying products such as flapjacks, cookies, individual traybakes, toffee filled waffles and of course their all too tempting and increasingly popular ‘Granny Braids’ fudge. However, Slemish Bakery was established in 2005, as part of Craig Foods, to meet the ever-increasing demand from the consumer for products which were more premium. Slemish Bakery sought to meet the consumers desire by providing a product that was of a higher quality, made from the finest ingredients and produced locally. That is why when you choose something from our extensive range of cakes and pastries, whether giving it as a gift or simply treating yourself, you will have a product which is guaranteed not to disappoint.

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Sophisticated Technology Derek Black takes a close look at the latest and most impressive BMW X3 Like a good wine, the BMW X3 has improved immensely with maturity over the years. Now in its third generation, the big SUV is one of the very best in its class to drive on or off the road. Since it first appeared in 2003, the X3 has grown in size, sophistication and technology. Powered by a choice of four or six-cylinder diesel or petrol engines, the X3 comes with all-wheel drive and the latest version of BMW’s excellent eight-speed automatic gearbox as standard. It now also boasts the latest technology to improve safety, efficiency and comfort. The go-to engine for most buyers in these parts is the familiar 2.0-litre, four-cylinder turbo diesel.This has developed into a beefy 187bhp power plant which has plenty of urge, flexibility and yet quieter than most of its competitors. It is great for overtaking and keeping up with rush hour traffic. Acceleration to 62mph takes just 8.3 seconds which is more than enough for most drivers and impressive for this size of machine. The 2.0-litre diesel also scores on efficiency. It is rated at up to 53mpg on the combined cycle with emissions from 140g/km. Other options for the more demanding driver include the famous BMW straight six-cylinder engines. The smooth diesel 30d six has 261bhp and just eats up the miles

with great ease. The ultimate performer is the 335bhp M40i. This petrol six can do the 62mph sprint in 4.8 seconds and has its top speed limited to 155mph. There are several choices of suspension, starting with non-adjustable steel springs which are stiffer on the M40i versions to cope with the added power. Adjustable dampers are available as an option worth considering for improved comfort, even on the larger wheels of the M versions. Being a BMW, the X3 keeps the driver in mind and provides a more enjoyable experience than you would expect from a bulky SUV. Refinement is also the keynote of the roomy interior. The seat grips you

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comfortably on the bends and visibility is great. The instruments are clear and simple as are the minor controls. The X3 got a five star rating in the Euro NCAP crash tests as you would expect from the brand. All models have six air bags, automatic emergency braking and a tyre pressure monitor. If you add a driver assistance pack you also get lane assist, blindspot monitor, rear cross traffic alert and traffic sign recognition. The ‘starter’ SE trim just gets better with every new model that is launched. You now get lots more as standard including climate control, cruise control, auto headlamps, auto wipers, 18-inch alloy wheels, front and rear parking sensors and a reversing camera. There is a 6.5 colour screen and a rotary knob between the seats to work all the infotainment. It is an easy to use system and can be enhanced to a 10.3 inch touchscreen. Next up is Xi line with 19-inch wheels, a sports steering wheel and styling enhancements. Sport trim adds to the sporty look and has stiffer springing. The flagship M40i runs to 20-inch wheels, digital driver display and upgraded brakes and more. The latest X3 has to be rated as one of the best and most drivable of the larger SUVs. It is priced from £39,120 depending on engine and specification.

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Saltmarine Hyundai goes green for 2019 Saltmarine Hyundai has committed to ‘be green in 2019’ with the arrival of five fully-electric Hyundai IONIQ models for its staff alongside a host of other green initiatives. The Dungannon dealer group also has 200 solar panels, six electric car chargepoints, low-energy lighting, and comprehensive recycling processes for tyres, oil, and paper. The dealership is offering customers who take a 24-hour test drive in the new Hyundai IONIQ Electric the chance to win a stay at the fabulous Lough Finn Resort, Fermanagh by achieving the best score in the “Saltmarine Hyundai Electric Range Challenge”. The initiative not only allows customers to experience the fun, capability and practicality of electric cars, but also encourages drivers across Northern Ireland to do their bit for the environment with the winner getting close to nature with a midweek stay in a luxury bubble dome at Lough Finn Resort complete with afternoon tea for two and pedal kayak experience. Plus you can also get an additional £500 OFF any new Hyundai IONIQ Hybrid or Plug-in Hybrid model if you take a test drive and purchase from Jan - Mar 2019 in our Try & Buy Event. Michael Salt, Saltmarine Hyundai Dealer Principal, said: “We’re keen to help our customers be greener in 2019 and we’re showing our commitment to the cause by investing in the cleanest cars, plus green ways to generate power to help shrink our carbon footprint. Our staff are trained to help local motorists understand which sort of plug-in car could be right for them – so we look forward to helping more drivers to go green in 2019!” The move by Saltmarine comes at an exciting time as Hyundai bolsters its model range with technology-packed

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and fuel-efficient models. The range boasts the IONIQ – the world’s first car available in hybrid, plug-in hybrid, and fully-electric form, plus the cutting-edge Kona Electric. Hyundai has invested heavily in low and ultra-low emission vehicle technologies in recent years – a commitment that paid-off in 2018, with its hybrid, electric, and plug-in hybrid IONIQ model range achieving 45.2% growth, year-on-year, in the UK. To find out more about the range of hybrid, electric, and plug-in hybrid models available from Saltmarine Hyundai, call the showroom on 028 8772 3376, or visit www.saltmarine.com/Hyundai.

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Electric Boost Derek Black drives the all-new electric Hyundai Ioniq Driving an electric car is a different experience to driving a conventional petrol or diesel - they are so quiet yet so responsive that you feel you are in a bigger premium car. I suppose the best feeling is cruising past the filling stations! The Hyundai Ioniq moves the goalposts for electric cars with a range of up to 174miles and a braking system that helps recharge the battery. The Korean car making giant is now a major player in the growing green car market. They offer three versions - hybrid, plug-in hybrid and full electric! The first things you notice about the Ioniq is its streamlined coupe-like shape and blanked off grille. It has a drag factor of just 0.24, so it slips through the air with the greatest of ease. The combination of the lightweight bodywork and the lithium/

polymer batteries (guaranteed for 8 years!) gives the Hyundai a better range than most electrics. Step inside the roomy cabin, and you get the usual colour screen - with an app to show the nearest charging points - but no gear lever or bulky hand-brake. This car is simplicity itself to drive. You just push a button to select drive, reverse or park. As there is no gearbox, the Ioniq is quick off the mark. As you glide away, the car feels well rooted to the road and handles in a tidy fashion. The only sound you hear at speed is the distant whistle of the wind and the rumble of the tyres. What are these steering wheel paddles doing on a car that does not have a conventional gearbox? They are to operate Saltmarine Hyundai has committed to ‘be green in 2019’ with the arrival of five fully-electric Hyundai IONIQ models for its staff alongside a host of other green initiatives. The Dungannon dealer group also has 200 solar panels, six electric car chargepoints, low-energy lighting, and comprehensive recycling processes for tyres, oil, and paper.

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the regenerative braking system which can be used to slow the car down whilst boosting the battery. It works in four stages so you don’t have to use the brake pedal much. Three driving modes - Sport or ECO - can be selected. Electric motors deliver their power almost instantly and are well suited to city and country road driving. The Ioniq has decent lift-off, reaching 62mph from rest in 10.2 seconds and with a top speed of 103mph so it has the legs for the motorway as well. Compared to conventional petrol and diesel cars the Ioniq has a power output equivalent to 120 PS which is on par with most family hatches. There are no mpg or emission figures so tax is minimal! There are three ways to charge the battery. It can be boosted to 80% charge in 30 minutes if you have access to an ultra fast charger at a dealership or at some of the public charging points. You can get a 7kw home charger socket for £300 and that takes four hours for a charge. Or you can charge overnight with a ordinary three pin socket up to 12 hours from zero. Safety features on the Ioniq electric include seven airbags, lane departure warning, lane assist, blind spot warning and rear cross collision warning. A system uses radar and cameras to monitor the road ahead and can stop the car quickly from low speeds if it detects the risk of a collision! The Ioniq electric is priced from £30,245 but there is a £3,500 government grant which takes the price down to £26,745. The hybrid versions are priced from £21,250 with PCP deals from £235 per month.

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Louise McAloon

Louise is a Partner in Worthingtons Solicitors specialising in employment law.

Cybersecurity & Online Fraud

This issue, Louise explains cybersecurity and employee liability for losses incurred through online fraud. employees legally accountable in this way; will the employer be required to demonstrate that it has sufficiently robust cybersecurity measures and IT systems in place to reduce the risk of fraudulent activity reaching the email inboxes of its workforce and that it has put in place adequate staff training to assist employees in recognising potentially fraudulent scams or threats that still manage to make it through company systems. One of a number of online frauds, ‘authorised push payment’ scams occur when fraudsters deceive consumers or individuals at a business to send them a payment under false pretences to a bank account controlled by the fraudster. This can involve hacking and intercepting email communication in order to impersonate third parties to deceive the victim into authorising a transaction. According to the banking body UK Finance, £145 million was lost due to authorised push payment scams in the first half of 2018. Whilst we await the outcome of this litigation with interest, employers would be well advised to ensure that their employee contracts of employment, data protection policies and disciplinary procedures are reviewed and updated to reflect increased data security standards, particularly following the implementation of GDPR legislation in May 2018 and that appropriate cybersecurity and data protection training is put in place and delivered to all staff on an annual basis so that risks can be identified and managed as far as possible.

A recent Scottish case involving an employer seeking to recover its losses from an employee who was deceived into transferring company funds of £193,250 to online fraudsters has sparked considerable interest amongst employers and lawyers alike. This is the first reported case of its kind where the employing company has dismissed an employee for gross misconduct and thereafter issued legal proceedings against their former employee to seek to recover their losses. Peebles Media Group dismissed its credit controller, Patricia Reilly, for gross misconduct when it discovered that she had been deceived by a number of bogus emails, purporting to be from the Managing Director of the company but were in fact from online fraudsters, into making a series of online payments to fraudsters totalling £193,250. Whilst the company managed to recover some of the money from the bank; it has issued legal proceedings against Ms Reilly to recover the remaining unrecovered losses of £108,000. Whilst Ms Reilly contends that she was a victim of online fraud and had not received any training from her employer on how to detect or avoid such scams; the company asserts that training was not necessary, that Ms Reilly ought to have realised this was a fraud as she had been informed that no bills were due to be paid during the relevant period when the Managing Director was on holiday and that she had also ticked a box to confirm that she read a warning about fraud when trying to access the employer’s online banking facilities. Aside from whether an employee is likely to have the funds or assets to repay such a significant sum, this case raises a number of significant legal issues for employers such as the extent to which an employee can be held legally responsible for losses arising from their actions at work, whether and to what extent employers can legitimately expect their staff to spot and avoid online fraud and if employers are seeking to hold their

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Conor McCrory is an Associate Immigration Lawyer within the Business Immigration Department at Cleaver Fulton Rankin

Brexit: What is the EU Settlement Scheme and How to Apply? This month Conor McCrory, Cleaver Fulton Rankin, discusses the recently launched EU Settlement Scheme by the Home Office which is currently undergoing a pilot before the official launch date of 30th March 2019. Millions of EU citizens living in the UK will have until June 2021 to apply for ‘pre-settled’ or ‘settled status’ in the UK as the EU Settlement scheme is rolled out. The scheme was introduced because from 29 March 2019 the UK will no longer be an EU Member State. ‘Pre-settled’ status will apply to EU citizens who have been in the UK for less than 5 years. ‘Settled’ status will provide permanent residency for EU citizens who have lived in the UK for 5 or more continuous years. I have looked at the findings of both stages of the pilot scheme which have been in operation since earlier in the month with some positive results. However, with over 3.5 million EU citizens residing in the UK how will the scheme operate for more complex EU applications? There is little in the form of guidance in relation to more complex cases such as Surinder Singh or Zambrano applications. If there are complexities with your EU status, it may be worth making further enquiries with Cleaver Fulton Rankin to assess the likeliness of success under the new EU Settlement scheme. Guidance published by the Home Office states that all EU citizens and people should apply to regularise their immigration status, except the following: • British citizens • Irish citizens • Citizens of Norway, Iceland, Liechtenstein and Switzerland • Those born in the UK who have at least one parent with settled status • People entitled to permanent residency in the UK EU citizens who have a permanent residence document will still need to apply under the new scheme. Non-EU nationals in the UK with an EU spouse, civil partner or unmarried partner will also need to apply

under the scheme. Interestingly, Theresa May announced that the £65 Home Office fee would be waived for applications made under the new scheme. The PM has outlined, “I can confirm that when we roll out the scheme in full on 30 March, the government will waive the application fee so that there is no financial barrier for any EU nationals who wish to stay. Anyone who has applied during the pilot phase will have their fee reimbursed.” So how do I apply? To apply for ‘pre-settled’ or ‘settled’ status, individuals need to use an Android app to confirm their identity using their passport. The applicant may also go to the gov.uk website to provide evidence that they have lived continuously in the UK for 5 years. Those who have an iPhone or other device, or those unable to get online because they are elderly or disabled, can get help at one of 13 centres around the UK. The vast majority of applicants are expected to receive an outcome within 3-7 days. The Home Office have said that each case will be considered individually, but those with an adverse immigration history or unspent convictions may face refusal onto the scheme. The Government have said that if an application is rejected, the applicant has 28 days from the date of their decision to appeal if eligible. The Home Office has published an Employers’ Toolkit to increase awareness about the EU Settlement Scheme amongst employers. Any private individuals wishing to apply under the new scheme should look to consult the resources on gov.uk. Cleaver Fulton Rankin has submitted a number of applications under the pilot scheme and continues to monitor any changes to the application process moving forward. If you wish to obtain further advice and guidance on the EU settlement scheme or indeed any immigration matter please see contact details below.

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Talking Business Tell us a bit about Holdfast and what they do? Holdfast has been offering a Company Registration Service to clients since 1963. Our business is dedicated to the provision of services in the formation of companies of all types, limited, unlimited, guarantee, management and community interest companies. We can also facilitate the incorporation of companies in the Republic of Ireland. Holdfast provides a registered office address and mail forwarding service and we also provide the service of updating of memorandum and articles and share reclassifications and allotments.

Ulster Tatler talks to Jane Magill of Holdfast.

Describe a typical working day for you? A large percentage of our day to day business comes directly through our website www.cra-ni. com from existing clients, these are mostly accountants and solicitors from all over Northern Ireland who are setting up new companies on behalf of their clients. We also deal with requests directly from individuals wishing to set up companies. The turnaround period for a limited company is now as little as 24 hours from receipt of request to the incorporation packs being couriered out to our clients. Mail is sorted and forwarded onto our registered office clients and throughout the day we offer advice to clients on all aspects of company incorporation, updating of memorandum and articles and share allotments and reclassifications. What advice would you give to someone starting up a business? I think for anyone considering starting their own business the key to success is being fully informed, it’s essential that they have done their research into the proposed business idea and taken on board advice from professional advisors including the likes of Accountants but also the invaluable start of business programmes that are available. I purchased Holdfast in January 2015. Prior to that I had spent 10 years working for Newry and Mourne Enterprise Agency as part of the programme management team on a number of SME Business development programmes. This experience has meant that I have had the benefit of working with not only start-ups but also small and medium enterprises and have seen at first hand the issues and complexities involved in the day to day running of a business in the current uncertain economic climate. Now being responsible for my own company I think the best advice for anyone is to make sure you have a good team of people that you can call on for day to day queries that will undoubtedly arise in areas that you do not have an expertise in. The current uncertain situation of Brexit has become an ever increasing question from clients and we have seen a large increase in the set up of companies in the Republic of Ireland with people wishing to keep a foothold in business within the European Union. Try to be as prepared as possible for all eventualities, although, that is a big ask in the ever shifting business and economic world of today.

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Each month we look back at what was making headlines in past editions. This month we revisit our March 1985 issue.

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1. The inaugural PANI Lunch featured Dr. Ian Paisley as guest speaker. He was pictured with John McQuiston, Vice Chairman of PANI, Eleanor Turkington, Chairman of PANI, David Stewart, Secretary of PANI and Eileen Paisley. 2. Roberta Napier, Colin Gregson, Linda Jordan, Brian Gregson, Barbara McCann and Gareth Wright pictured at the Princess Gardens Upper VI Dinner Dance. 3. In 1985 St. Dominicâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Formal was held in the Dunadry Inn. Pictured at the event were: Patrick Keegan, Angela Fusco, Joanne Corr, and Eamonn Grimley. 4. Mr Hilary Green (left) was installed as the 57th president of the British Dental Association (NI branch) in 1985. He is pictured with his wife (second from right) and the past President - and his wife - Mr and Mrs P. Davey. 5. A group of young Northern Ireland football supporters pictured at the Culloden Hotel, Cultra on 25th February 1985 meeting their team prior to the England match at Windsor Park. The children had a great night with individual players such as Mal Donaghy and David McCreery together with Mr Denis G.C. Moloney, solicitor.

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