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By PHIL CREIGHTON news@wokinghampaper.co.uk WOKINGHAM is still open for business. That’s the message that retailers and the council want residents to know after the first phase of the Peach Place project began on Monday. Over the next 18 months there will be disruption and building works taking place in the town centre as old buildings are torn down and a new

public plaza is put in place. This week, Wokingham Borough Council and the newly formed Wokingham Town Business Association (WTBA) wanted to send out a strong message to residents to keep calm and carry on shopping in the town. Jonathan Holley, who is spearheading the new WTBA, said that the works are not as bad as some people fear they will be, adding that the closure of Rose Street car park means just 3% of spaces have

been lost in the town centre, while it is just a single lane of Peach Street that is closing for three months and not the whole road for 18 months. He told The Wokingham Paper: “The Peach Place regeneration project is another step in the broader plan to enhance our town centre. “The regeneration work will of course generate some disruption as the work gets underway, but it is not as bad as many feared.  Continued on page 3

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AN ALL-SINGING, all-dancing Christmas spectacular was held in Arborfield last month. Organised by Crest Nicholson, who is currently building part of the new Arborfield Green development, the fun evening was held to launch the village’s new Christmas tree. Local groups including the Arborfield Military Wives choir and pupils from the newly opened Bohunt School performed a selection of carols and festive songs to get people in the Christmas spirit, while seasonal food and drink was available for hungry guests. The lights themselves were switched on by Wokingham Borough Mayor, Cllr Bob Pitts. The aim was to create a community building event for existing, new and military residents. The garrison church of St Eligius was also opened during the evening for visitors who wanted to explore the premises.

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Bike damaged in Woodford Park A GROUP of youths seen hanging around in Woodford Park are believed to have damaged a bicycle last week. At around 4pm on Monday, January 2, a group of eight or nine teenagers, believed to be aged around 16-year-old, were seen near a bicycle which had been secured to a lamppost near the Haddon Drive entrance. One of the teens, who was wearing a black puffa jacket and dark coloured trousers, was seen kicking the bicycle, causing it damage. Anyone who may have seen this incident is urged to call 101.

New Year theft A PROPERTY in Wokingham was burgled on New Year’s Eve. Between 8.40pm on Saturday, December 31 and 2.20am on Sunday,

Janaury 1, the side door of the property in Finchampstead Road was forced open and the house was searched. The thieves made off with a laptop and a watch. Elsewhere in Wokingham, a garage in Rose Street was broken into on the night of Monday, January 2. The offender appears to have forced the lock on the garage to get inside, but nothing was stolen. Anyone with information relating to either of these incidents should call 101.

What’s for lunch? We dunno… A SURPRISE lunch takes place in Wokingham this weekend. On Sunday, members of St Paul’s Church will head to the Parish Rooms on Reading Road for their annual pot luck lunch. The fun New Year event aims to bring the congregations together after all the Christmas busyness.

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WI to learn about Woodley history THE Wonderful Women of Woodley WI meetings start again on Thursday, January 19, with a look at the Berkshire Museum of Aviation and the history of Woodley. Afterwards there will be refreshments and a quiz with plenty of time to chat, meet new people and socialise. The meeting will be held at Chapel Hall in Loddon Bridge Road, Woodley from 7.45pm and new members are welcome.

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By PHIL CREIGHTON news@wokinghampaper.co.uk NEW sculptures are being installed into a housing development in Wokingham. Drivers who come into Wokingham via the London Road will have seen the first of them as they approach the town centre – a large metal artwork called new Beginnings. Created by Cornish specialist metalsmiths Thrussells, it shows a butterfly perching on a new shoot sprouting from the ground. The artwork aims to talk about new growth within the area and celebrates the emerging community at the development. However, some people have taken to social media to express their concerns about the sculpture, comparing it to the triffids, man-eating plants from the John Wyndham novel The Day of the Triffids. Others said it was ‘hideously ugly’ and ‘out of keeping with the area’. Not everyone agreed, with some online commentators saying it was ‘very good’. The second piece is called Giant Butterfly and will be installed near the Buckhurst Meadow area of the Montague Park development. With the 30 acre Buckhurst country park located nearby, the designers wanted to create a sculpture of this iconic insect resting on a reed to highlight the beauty of nature. It is intended to be an educational feature and a point of interest for those interested in British wildlife. The third piece will be located within the development and is a neighbourhood centre sculpture called ‘Windows’ where each of its three sides tells a different story about the history of the area. Each of the pieces were chosen after the shortlisted designs were put up on Wokingham Borough Council’s website and Twitter feed. The committee also sought counsel from a number of groups within the borough including the Wokingham Society. David Wilson Homes then made the final decision for each of the three sites. Peter Must, chairman of the Wokingham Society, praised the new statue. He said: “The current statue is an excellent gateway to Montague Park; it is abstract enough not to reveal its identity too easily and, indeed, might not be seen for what it is even when you stop to look at it. Yet it is clearly a link to the local flora and fauna, as intended, and thus suits its location next to Buckhurst Meadows. “Thrussells are at present working on the third piece, for the Communinty Centre, which will be a set of galvanised steel panels set in oak posts and depicting Wokingham’s heritage. We have offered some suggestions about the proposed content and are hoping that we might be able to provide a leaflet and/or app which explains what is represented.” Cllr Mark Ashwell, executive member for planning and regeneration, said: “These are three pieces David Wilson Homes (DWH) had to provide and finance as part of its Section 106 contributions. “Although art is very personal, I like them very much. I’m glad people are talking about them. It means they’re doing their job. “Public art is very important and I applaud

Wokingham is still open for business  Continued from front page Mr Holley added: “We lose less than 3% of our town centre parking places, and one lane of Peach Street will be closed for about 3 months from the end of February 2017. “As the regeneration work progresses the Borough Council is working to attract new shops and restaurants into the new units. We will have new open spaces in the town and in 2017 the new car park will open.” The WTBA has been set up to help drive customers back into Wokingham town centre, reminding shoppers of the fantastic array of shops that await them. The 13 founding members include national and independent shops, a bank, a local estate agent, a local firm of solicitors and an independent coffee shop. And, to ensure it works well with the ongoing regeneration project, WTBA has been recognised and supported by the Town and Borough Councils. “They have both expressed their support and encouragement and are delighted that there is now a single body representing the breadth of businesses in the town centre,” Mr Holley said. And Cllr Mark Ashwell, who is spearheading the regeneration project, praised the town centre’s variety and vibrancy. He said: “Some people think Wokingham is closed for the next 18 months but that is not the case. All shops are still open and, with the recent arrival of Vodafone and the new beauty salon opening in Market Place, we are seeing new businesses come in to the town centre. “With a brilliant variety of shops including clothes stores, bookshops, outdoor retailers and independent boutique businesses there are plenty of places to buy everything you need. “Wokingham is undergoing a massive change for the better over the next 18 months but in the meantime we need you to support the town centre – shop local and shop often. I do.”  What do you think? Send your comments to letters@wokinghampaper.co.uk

Cllr Mark Ashwell and Architectural Technician Michael Cleveland with the New Beginnings statue behind them Picture: David Wilson Homes Southern, Montague Park

David Wilson Homes for having the foresight and creativity to appreciate the value of it. It is rare to find a developer keen to take a collaborative approach like this.” Cllr Ashwell continued: “We agreed an artist’s brief with DWH which then sought tenders and shortlisted three artists’ designs. “We helped it publicise these shortlisted designs via our website and social media, inviting people to comment. “Details also went to the Wokingham Society, Wokingham Town Council, More Arts, local ward members, our South Wokingham Community Forum and Montague Park residents already signed up to our newsletter. “We then fed all the public feedback back to DWH to make the final decision. It chose three designs by Thrussells.” Neil Douglas, sales manager at David Wilson Homes Southern, said: “The newly installed sculptures at our Wokingham development have been designed with local wildlife and history in mind which is a fantastic way to reflect such a sought after area of Berkshire. “We wanted to choose something that would complement the area’s surroundings and the beautiful countryside in Wokingham and thought this would be a great way to

enhance our new development. “Thanks to the hard work of the team at Thrussells, residents at Montague Park, now have these amazing and inspirational pieces of art to enjoy for a very long time.”

Apartments go on sale THE latest phase of the Montague Park development has just gone on sale. David Wilson Homes is releasing 51 modern two-bedroom apartments to the market. The company said that the generously sized apartments offer home buyers an open plan kitchen/dining and living room along with a Juliette balcony. The master bedroom includes an ensuite shower room and each home also has a utility room. Neil Douglas, sales manager at David Wilson Homes Southern, said: “We are delighted to announce that our stylish new apartments at our Montague Park development are now available to reserve. The apartments are available to buy now, with prices starting from £290,000. Moving schemes such as Help to Buy and Part Exchange are available on selected plots.

Earley man charged after woman grabbed from behind A MAN from Earley has been charged with intent to commit a sexual offence and common assault after an incident in Reading. Callum Boteler, aged 18, from

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The charge is in connection with an incident which took place at the junction of London Road and Chiltern Crescent at 6.50pm on Sunday, January 8 when a woman in her

twenties was followed by a man who grabbed her from behind, put his hand over her mouth and attempted to drag her away before she managed to escape unhurt.

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THIEVES broke into a garage in Wokingham during an attempted burglary. At around 1.20am on Wednesday, January 4, the front up-and-over door of the garage in Tattersall Close was pulled up from the bottom. The garage was searched, but a loud noise may have caused the offender to run off empty handed. Anyone who saw anything suspicious should call 101.

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WOKINGHAM Evening Townswomens Guild will next meet on Tuesday. The group will welcome special guest Jacky Hayler from Holme Grange Craft Village. She will speak about and demostrate some of the Delights of Italy. The evening takes place from 7.30pm and the group meets at St Paul’s Parish Rooms in Reading Road, Wokingham. Visitors are welcome. For more details, call 0118 989 2649.

Sign up for quiz night run by bellringers BRAIN TEASERS will be fused with tasty suppers thanks to some of the borough’s bell ringers. The tower team at St Mary’s Church in Shinfield is organising its annual fun quiz night at the church hall on Saturday, January 21. Teams of up to six are invited to take part in sharing their knowledge in a series of fiendish rounds. There is also a two-course supper to enjoy. Guests should bring their own drinks. Tickets cost £10 or £6 for under 18s and include the food. The bell ringers promise to help if you can’t make up a team of six. Proceeds from the event will go to Places can be booked by calling Jill Grindal on 0118 988 2158 or emailing jilgrindal@hotmail. com

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THE SEASON of excess is now behind us, and Wokingham residents are being encouraged to detox their bodies by taking part in a national campaign. Dry January, which encourages participants to cut out alcohol for 31 days, is run by Alcohol Concern and aims to highlight the benefits of adopting a healthier lifestyle and lowering alcohol consumption. According to Wokingham Clinical Commissioning Group (CCG), Dry January participants report feeling many benefits and positive changes to their lives by cutting out the booze for a month, including sleeping better, gaining more energy, clearer skin, as well as saving money. A number of participants – 65% – have reported making a positive change to their drinking habits by drinking less or cutting alcohol out completely in the six months after completing Dry January. Dr Johan Zylstra, Chair of the Wokingham CCG Governing Body, said: “People who cut out, or cut down, alcohol for just one month for Dry January will feel immense health benefits. It can also help people re-evaluate their drinking habits in the long term, which can help them avoid serious health conditions, such as cancer, coronary heart disease and liver disease. “Signing up to Dry January is a brilliant idea as you won’t be doing it alone and there’s lots support on offer. A month off alcohol can have a massive impact on your health and is a fantastic way to start the new year.”

Police called to stand-off POLICE were called to a property in Woodley over a fear for welfare which resulted in a 15-hour stand-off. A number of police officers, police dogs and unmarked vehicles were reported to be seen outside a property in Kingfisher Drive from noon on Friday. Witnesses reported seeing officers coming and going from the property for a number of hours, and a police spokesperson confirmed that officers were in attendance until 3am. The spokesperson confirmed that armed officers had attended the property, but left the scene at around 3am on Saturday morning. No arrests had been made as we went to press.

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People can sign up to Dry January at www. dryjanuary.org.uk without any need to fund raise, although everyone is welcome to raise sponsorship money to help Alcohol Concern. There are also lots of resources and support to help people throughout the month available through the website, including regular tips, help and advice, such recipes for delicious alcohol free mocktails. Those taking part can share their experience and ideas, and get support from others taking the challenge, via social media by using #DryJanuary. For more information on Dry January contact info@dryjanuary.org.uk, call 020 7566 9800 or visit www.dryjanuary.org.uk.

Council sorry for woman’s care WOKINGHAM Borough Council has apologised after an elderly patient lost a third of her body weight while staying in one of its care homes. The woman in her 90s, who was unnamed by the report, was living at Murdoch House Care Home in Murdoch Road between 2010 and 2013. She suffered from aphasia, arthritis and osteoporosis and weighed 10 stone when she arrived but, by 2013, her weight had dropped to six-and-a-half stone. The family of the woman complained to the the Local Government Ombudsman (LGO), which then investigated. In its report, it criticised Wokingham Borough Council for a string of failures relating to its care and this week, the council apologised for the

‘poor care’ it had provided and agreed to pay compensation to the family totalling £4,000. The woman was judged by the LGO to have been “under stimulated, [she] suffered an avoidable loss of weight and her wellbeing was not promoted. “Since moving to a different care home, Mrs X has regained weight and her weight is now within a healthy range. [The daughter] also suffered distress because she saw her mother’s health decline.” Wokingham Borough Council’s executive member for health and wellbeing Cllr Julian McGhee-Sumner said: “We are profoundly sorry for the poor care provided in this case, and for the distress this caused our care client and her family.

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A FORMER Senior Tribunal Judge from Sonning has been awarded an MBE in the 2017 New Year’s Honours list. Rodney Huggins, 81, current chair of The Reading Foundation and a founding member of the Rotary Club of Loddon Vale, has been given the honour in recognition of his services to the community. Mr Huggins, who lives in West Drive, is also a long-standing trustee and Chairman of The Poor’s Land Charity in Woodley, which provides homes for local residents of retirement age with limited financial means, and has been a Reading School governor for the last eight years. Mr. Huggins’ service achievements extend beyond the local area, including serving as the 1975/76 National President of the Round Tables Association of the British Isles (RTBI), as well as District Governor and then in 1995/96 as the President of Great Britain and Ireland’s National Rotary organisation (RIBI). He has also served on numerous international service committees of Rotary International, most notably the Legislative committee. Mr Huggins said: “Initially I was astounded to receive the letter from the Ceremonial Officer in the Cabinet Office on 21 November as I had no idea someone had nominated me for this honour. “I am 81 years of age and thought that what I had done in the charity field particularly in the Rotary world over many years would not be recognised in this way. Therefore, I was very pleased to receive the news.”

“The care she received was below the standard we expect from our care providers and we apologise that we did not identify these problems. “The period of concern was 2010 to 2013 and we have fully accepted the Local Government Ombudsman’s report and have already put changes in place to meet its recommendations. “We are confident that through the implementation of our duties under the Care Act 2014, full review and development of our safeguarding and quality assurance within commissioned services, and our review of our internal processes that we have fully addressed the concerns of the Ombudsman.”

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Thieves target homes and garages in raids HOUSES and garages in Finchampstead have been targeted by thieves in recent weeks. Between December 19 and 31, someone attempted to force the padlock on a garage door in Woodside Close, but they were unable to break in. Shortly after 10pm on Friday, December 30, two men were seen breaking in through the kitchen window of a property in Orbit Close. The house was empty and nothing was stolen. Overnight on Sunday into Monday, someone forced the back door of a property in Kiln Ride and smashed a window. The offender searched the house and items of jewellery were stolen. Finally, between 5pm on Monday, January 2, and 7am on Tuesday, January 3, someone broke into a garage in Carolina Place, damaging the air compressor. The garage was searched but nothing was stolen. Anyone with any information should call Thames Valley Police on 101.

Porch window smashed in burglary THIEVES smashed a porch window to burgle a house in Earley last week. At some time overnight or in the morning of Tuesday, January 3, someone smashed the porch window of the property in Elm Road, and then forced an internal door to search the house. It is not known what was stolen. Anyone who may have seen or heard anything suspicious is urged to call Thames Valley Police on 101.

Binfield works start on Tuesday By GEMMA DAVIDSON gdavidson@wokinghampaper.co.uk MOTORISTS traveling towards Binfield are being warned of major roadworks which start next week. Key highway works along London Road, between Coppid Beech roundabout and Murrell Hill Lane, will begin on Tuesday, January 17, to create two new dedicated access roads to the north of London Road, near John Nike Way, into the new Bellway Homes development, Amen Corner. The development will eventually consist of 377 new homes and a primary school, offering spaces for 210 local children, a sports field and playground area, which is set to open in September 2018. Amen Corner will include significant areas of open space, a toddler’s playground and children’s activity trail. In addition, ecologists working on behalf of Bellway Homes will also carry out works to restore and enhance the existing ancient woodland areas, as well as creating a new Suitable Alternative Natural Green Space (SANG). Bellway Homes has been working closely with Bracknell Forest Council to minimise the disruption that will be caused by the necessary

Pupils from Waverley School are celebrating after the school was ranked best in Berkshire

averley School in Wokingham has unveiled a new video sharing the secrets of its continued success. The school is once again ranked as the best in Berkshire across both the state and private school sectors for educational results. Waverley is also ranked number 14 in England in the under 11’s category. The video, now available to view on Waverley School’s website, gives a brief insight into the school’s success. Small classes, a nurturing, familyfriendly feel and passionate staff are just some of the school’s qualities that help to create an environment where children thrive. Mr. Guy Shore, Head of Waverley Prep School and Nursery, explains, ‘We are delighted that Waverley has been placed as the number 1 school in Berkshire this year. This also means that we have been a Times Top

100 Prep School for the 7th consecutive year. Our ‘Top School in Berkshire’ achievement is particularly impressive given that, even though these rankings are based purely on academic results, our school is non-selective.’ Mr. Shore explains further, ‘I am extremely proud of all our pupils and teachers for achieving our outstanding number one ranking. Our new flagship video gives an insight into what makes our school so special and gives a little indication as to how we achieve such impressive academic results from our pupils.’ Waverley Prep School and Nursery’s new video can be viewed on its website www.waverleyschool. co.uk

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highway improvement works, which are expected to take approximately 12 months. As well as the new accesses, works will include widening the road, rebuilding the central reservation, and completing the shared footpath and cyclepath along London Road between Binfield and Wokingham. London Road will remain open throughout, but will initially be restricted to a single lane in the eastbound direction, with localised speed restrictions for the protection of the workforce and the public for the duration of the highway works. The works to London Road will take place between the hours of 9.30am and 3.30pm Monday to Friday, and between 9am and 5pm on Saturdays when necessary. Full details of the works and any planned diversions will be made available closer to the time via the dedicated website. Twenty four-hour access will be maintained for businesses located within this stretch of London Road throughout the duration of the works. A website, including up-todate information on the works, will be launching at www. amencornerchronicle.co.uk soon.

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OBJ ready to Wassail A NEW YEAR ceremony will take place at a Charvil pub later this month. The OBJ morris side is planning to bring the historic Wassail event to The Land’s End. This will be the 20th year that the side has performed the Wassail, which includes some morris dancing, a mummers play and a ceremony. The event was originally established to wish the trees good health, scare away evil spirits and ensure an excellent harvest in the autumn. The Wassail is traditionally celebrated on the Sunday before Plough Monday, the day when everyone went back to work on the land after the Christmas festivities. The ceremony begins with a Wassail cake being passed amongst the crowd. Whoever finds the bean baked inside the cake becomes the Lord of Misrule, and selects a consort to preside over the ceremony. The crowd sing to the King and Queen’s joy, health, love and

peace, and toast the new monarchs with cider sipped from a Wassail Bowl made of the White Maple tree. Everyone then turns to the apple tree, where the King and Queen bury a (toy) wren, the King of the birds, in the roots and anoint the tree with cider, and hang cider drenched toast in the branches. The crowd sing ancient Wassailing songs, shout, bang drums, pots and pans, and generally make a lot of noise to make sure all evil spirits have been frightened away. Afterwards, the group returns to the inn door, which following tradition has been locked. The crowd sing to be let in, and are welcomed inside for refreshment, music, and to continue with the dancing and singing. OBJ will hold its Wassail on Sunday, January 22 at 11.30am. n The group also welcomes new members. For more details, log on to obj.org.uk

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Teenager stabbed by gang By PHIL CREIGHTON news@wokinghampaper.co.uk

A TEENAGER was stabbed after being assaulted by a gang wearing hoodies in Arborfield on Friday night. Now, Thames Valley Police is appealing for witnesses to come forward to help catch the gang behind the attack. The 19-year-old had being using the late night Leopard bus from Reading. He got off at Baird Road, Arborfield – almost opposite The Bramshill Hunt pub – at about 11pm. He carried on walking down Baird Road, but police say that as he reached the junction with Valon Road the victim was attacked by a group of men. During the incident, he sustained a single stab wound to the chest and is currently in a serious but stable condition in hospital. Investigating officer Det Sgt Jonathan Chandler said: “The offenders are four white men in their twenties. They were all wearing hooded tops. “I would appeal to anyone who saw a group of men in the vicinity of Baird Road or Valon Road at about 11pm last night or anyone with any other information to please contact police. “The easiest way to do this is by calling 101 or by visiting your nearest police station. ‘We believe the offenders may know the victim and therefore this is not a random attack. “Residents might see an increased police presence in the area as we conduct house-to-house enquiries and take statements from witnesses.”

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Cllr Cowan quits Tories, warning ‘council is run by a secret regime’ EXCLUSIVE

Extracts from Gary Cowan’s resignation letter to John Redwood

A CONSERVATIVE Councillor who resigned the whip over the secret plan to build 15,000 homes in Grazeley has now quit the party. Late yesterday evening, Cllr Gary Cowan wrote to Wokingham MP John Redwood to inform him of the decision. In his letter, Cllr Cowan blasts the ruling Conservative party for becoming an “autocratic, close and secret regime, with a blatant distrust of its residents”. He told Mr Redwood that there is an inner circle of power that “feeds on the inertia and subservience of backbenchers who are fuelled by financial patronage and selfimportance”. He criticised the leader of the council, Cllr Keith Baker, for overruling the recommendations of the remuneration panel on allowances to councillors “increasing his power of patronage”. Cllr Cowan felt that the “lack of debate and scrutiny within Wokingham Borough Council has had a major impact on planning policies but impacts on all decisionmaking. “The majority of decisions are therefore officer driven. They are only casually in the interests of our residents and very often can be detrimental.”. Cllr Cowan resigned the whip at November’s council meeting, but was allowed to remain a member of the Conservative party on condition that he does not stand as an independent in the 2018 local elections. His seat in Arborfield is one of those that will be contested next year.

Dear John, I have been a loyal Conservative, an active supporter of the Party and you for over twenty years. The last few months have been very difficult and distressing. I have been thinking carefully about what action would be in the best interests of Arborfield and its residents. I am grateful for the strong support, which I have received from friends, family and fellow Councillors of all political persuasions. Although this support has been incredibly important, I have decided that it is right to tender my resignation from the Conservative Party with immediate effect. Having supported you fervently over all that time. I have thought of you more as a friend than a colleague. I must admit that I am deeply disappointed that having kept you informed as events unfolded you have not given me support, commented or even acknowledged what I have sent you. Trust is a precious commodity. Once politicians decide not to trust their residents, and act secretly and independently of them, that trust is lost. It becomes very difficult to regain it. Democracy depends on trust but when public trust in Conservative colleagues is eroded, we all get tarred with the same brush. In my 20 years serving as a Councillor representing Arborfield, I have done everything possible to keep my residents’ confidence by dedicating all my experience and expertise for their benefit in particular and for the Conservative Party in general. Over the same period as I see it, Wokingham Borough Council has evolved from being transparent and open to an autocratic, close and secret regime, with a blatant distrust of its residents and in so it has eroded democracy. Therefore, any trust its residents had in the past in its local Conservative politicians is now gone. The great strength of Wokingham's

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Conservatives was their openness and respect for residents coupled with the unique combination of policy understanding and expertise. It was a very professional approach and thanks to that culture our residents were the real beneficiaries. The Leadership historically always accepted challenge to ill-founded arguments by back benchers. Those in power paid heed to arguments put. One was never afraid to speak openly and honestly even if the message was disagreeable. Sadly, those days are long gone, to be replaced by one of fear and threat, where hardly anyone speaks out for anxiety of intimidation, being bullied, ridiculed and even sacked. The Wokingham Conservative Association is dominated by Wokingham Borough Councillors who form part of the ruling Group. They act to silence any reasoned vocal debate or dissension with suspensions and threats of expulsion. They bring with them a policy of distrust of our residents. They are complicit in the Council’s activities. I am ashamed to play any part in this. Local and national politics differ. I believe that the Government drive for many more houses in the South East will be disastrous for our Borough, particularly if WBC follows its current housing policy and political strategy. I led the fight when the South-East Plan was evolving under a Labour Government to mitigate the number of houses on behalf of the quality of life for the residents. Paradoxically, it seems that to fight on behalf of our residents is unacceptable now we have a Conservative Government. I believe we have a duty to our residents to give them real choices through transparency, consultation and open debate. This is not what is currently occurring either within the Association or the Borough Council. As local

Conservatives, we should take the lead in opposing development. The Borough Council is actively promoting development and the Association is silent. The malaise in Wokingham Borough Council is due to power being concentrated within an inner circle (Executive), which feeds on the inertia and subservience of backbenchers who are fuelled by ﬁnancial patronage and self-importance. Last Council, Keith Baker pitifully decided to overrule the Remuneration Panel’s recommendations in favour of increasing his power of patronage. The same cohort covertly rule the Association. I was not prepared to continue to provide a foil for the ruling group and so resigned the whip. This clandestineness goes back many years; the Council keep secret from residents the new homes bonus of £12 million probably rising to £20 million designed to ease the pressures new development brought to our communities, but used for quite different purposes. The lack of debate and scrutiny within Wokingham Borough Council has had a major impact on planning policies but impacts on all decision-making. The majority of decisions are therefore ofﬁcer driven. They are only casually in the interests of our residents and very often can be detrimental. Examples include public protection, adult services, schools, waste, social housing and roads, where the wrong direction has been taken. I am not seeking the leadership, nor acting in concert. My actions are my own, nothing more. I am a natural party loyalist and have been for over 20 years, but the direction Wokingham Conservative Party has gone has strained every sinew of that loyalty. It has been apparent for some time now that if one is not in the inner circle then one has no role in Council decision making. Cllr Gary Cowan. 12th January 2017

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Cardiac problems led to addict’s death By GEMMA DAVIDSON gdavidson@wokinghampaper.co.uk THE FAMILY of a man who died in a hotel in Earley have spoken of their relief that he did not meet a violent death. Declan Walsh, 41, a habitual drug user from Ireland, was staying at the Elmhurst Hotel, in Church Road with his girlfriend Kelly Lacey when he died on March 30, 2016. An inquest, held at Reading Town Hall on January 5, heard how Mr Walsh had fallen into a ‘dark abyss’, and how the formerly ‘tall, handsome hardworking lad had become a shadow of his former self after years of drug abuse. Mr Walsh had moved to the UK in 2006 and spent the next 10 years in and out of rehabilitation centres across the country, and met fellow addict Ms Lacey during a spell at a clinic in Plymouth. The pair relocated to Reading where they ended up living on the streets, begging for money and regularly taking heroin and crack cocaine. The coroner, Mr Peter Bedford, read a statement from Ms Lacey, who was too ill to

attend the inquest, explaining how a friend had offered to put her up at the Elmhurst Hotel for two weeks, but Mr Walsh would sneak into her room through the fire escape at night. The court heard how, on the morning on March 30, Ms Lacey had arranged for two drug dealers, who were not named during the proceedings, to visit the hotel to exchange drugs for money. It was, the statement said, an arrangement which had taken place a number of times before, but on that particular day, Mr Walsh had agreed to meet with the dealers. The statement told how Mr Walsh had planned to do the deal ‘on tick’, paying for the drugs in instalments, or to simply take the drugs off the men and run. A witness who had been driving along St Peter’s Road at the time of the incident told police she saw a man, now known to be Mr Walsh, approach a parked car outside the hotel shortly before 10am and talk to the two men inside, before suddenly running back towards the hotel and jumping

Declan Walsh died while staying at The Elmhurst Hotel in Earley in March last year

a small wall. She said she saw one of the men get out of the car, run after Mr Walsh and that an altercation occurred on the fire escape. The witness said in a statement that it was at this point that she called the police, and while she was on the phone she turned her head away as she ‘did not like physical violence’. The second man from the car was seen walking across the car park shortly afterwards, and Ms Lacey recalled hearing shouting from outside the room and what sounded like punches.

Ms Lacey went on to say in her statement that Mr Walsh eventually came back into the room, but complained of not feeling well and collapsed on the bed. She said she tried to sit him up but he was unresponsive, so she called down to reception for an ambulance to be called and commenced CPR. Police and paramedics arrived on the scene shortly afterwards, but Mr Walsh was pronounced dead at 11am. The two men who Mr Walsh had been seen talking to were

quickly identified and initially arrested on suspicion of murder, but a post-mortem showed no evidence of an assault, and a forensic examination of the scene and the men’s hands showed no sign of an altercation. The men were subsequently released without charge. The post-mortem did reveal an undiagnosed heart condition and showed that Mr Walsh had been suffering from pinpoint stenosis, a severe narrowing of his major arteries, possibly caused by his habitual drug use.

Mr Bedford went on to explain that it was likely that the sudden burst of adrenaline brought on by running away from the two men had caused his heart to stop. Summing up, Mr Bedford said: “Sadly, Mr Walsh embarked on a course of action which showed how desperate he was. “He didn’t realise the extent of his cardiac problems, and the sudden rush of adrenaline could have been sufficient to trigger the event. “But to say that the death was brought on by natural causes would be too simplistic.” Mr Bedford recorded a verdict of natural causes potentially exacerbated by strenuous interaction with third parties on the grounds of undiagnosed coronary heart disease. Mr Walsh’s brother-in-law Donal Carlin, who attended the inquest with Declan’s sister Marguerite, said: “When we received the results from the post-mortem, to say that he hadn’t died a violent death, the family was immensely relieved. “What we heard today came as no surprise, but it will bring us closure.”

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Parish noticeboard Thursday, January 12 Swallowfield Parish Council meeting.7.30pm. Swallowfield Parish Hall, Swallowfield Street, Swallowfield, Reading RG7 1QX

Monday, January 16 Shinfield Parish Council full council meeting. 7.30pm. Shinfield Parish Hall, School Green. Wokingham Borough Council – Health Overview and Scrutiny Committee. 7pm. Civic Offices, Shute End, Wokingham, RG40 1BN Wokingham Town Council civic committee. 7.30pm. Town Hall, Market Place RG40 1AS. Wokingham Without Parish Council meeting. 7.30pm. Howard Palmer Room, St Sebastian’s Hall, Nine Mile Ride RG40 3BA.

Tuesday January 17 Wokingham Borough Council – Executive Question Deadline. 10am. Civic Offices, Shute End, Wokingham, RG40 1BN Wokingham Borough Council – Children’s Services Overview and Scrutiny Committee. 7pm. Civic Offices, Shute End, Wokingham, RG40 1BN Woodley Town Council Leisure Services. 8pm. The Oakwood Centre, Headley Road, Woodley, RG5 4JZ

Wednesday, January 18 Earley Town Council.Amenities and Leisure Committee. 7.45pm. Council offices, Radstock Lane, Earley RG6 5UL. Wokingham Borough Council – Schools Forum. 9am. Civic Offices, Shute End, Wokingham, RG40 1BN

Thursday, January 19 Finchampstead Parish Council. Main Council Meeting 7.30pm. Finchampstead Memorial Hall, The Village, Finchampstead. Shinfield Parish Council Communications and Policies Committee. 7.30pm. Shinfield Parish Hall, School Green.

Saturday, January 21 Wokingham Town Council councillor surgery. 10am-noon. Town Hall, Market Place RG40 1AS.

To advertise email advertising@wokinghampaper.co.uk A WOMAN from Wokingham is due to appear in court charged with assault. Georgia Lauren Archer, 22, of Nine Mile Ride, appeared at Reading Magistrates’ Court on December 16 where she pleaded guilty to beating a man in Wokingham on October 18. Her previous plea was not guilty. She has been remanded on bail to appear at the same court on January 13 for sentencing. A MAN from Earley is due to appear in court charged with affray. Jay Michael Bennett, 42, of Hornbeam Drive, is alleged to have used or threatened unlawful violence towards a man in Reading on December 19, 2015. Mr Bennett denies the charge. He has been remanded on unconditional bail to appear at Reading Crown Court on January 17 for the trial. A MAN from Shinfield is due to appear in court charged with affray. Thomas Nokes, 29, of Anson Walk, is charged with using or threatening unlawful violence towards a man in Reading on December 19, 2015. He denies the charge. Mr Nokes has been remanded on unconditional bail to appear at Reading Crown Court on January 17 for the trial.

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A MAN from Winnersh has pleaded not guilty to affray. Darren Parker, 43, of Rainbow Park, is charged with using or threatening unlawful violence towards a man in Reading on December 19, 2015. He denies the charge. Mr Parker has been remanded on unconditional bail to appear at Reading Crown Court on January 17 for the trial. A WOMAN from Earley is due to appear in court charged with 16 counts of fraud. Danielle Rose Wooff, 25, of Mill Lane, is charged with 16 counts of

fraud by false representation. Between March 4, 2014 and January 15, 2015, Miss Wooff is alleged to have called HSBC telephone banking and purporting to be various customers, or using other people’s payment cards, intending to make a gain. In total, Miss Wooff is alleged to have fraudulently acquired £147,082.90. She is also charged with possessing cocaine with intent to supply, and possessing a medicinal product with intent to supply. Miss Wooff has been sent for

trial at Reading Crown Court on January 17. A MAN from Henley-on-Thames is due to appear in court charged with assaulting a woman in Wokingham. Daniel Oliver Newman, 34, of Goodall Close, is charged with assaulting the woman on September 13. He denies the charge. Mr Newman is remanded on bail to appear at Reading Magistrates’ Court on January 17 for the trial. A MAN from Finchampstead is due to appear in court charged with failing to provide a specimen. Craig Andrew Edward Partridge, 27, of Nine Mile Ride, is due to appear at Reading Magistrates;’ Court on January 12 charged with failing to provide a specimen of breath for analysis at Loddon Valley Police Station on January 30, 2016. He denies the charge. A MAN from Wokingham is due to appear in court charged with robbery. Daniel George Smith, 21, of Frederick Place, appeared at Reading Magistrates’ Court on December 30 where he was charged with stealing a mobile phone from a woman in Wokingham on August 21. Mr Smith was ordered to appear at Reading Crown Court on January 31.

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Thank you concert after war medals rescued from river By GEMMA DAVIDSON gdavidson@wokinghampaper.co.uk THE GREAT-great-nephew of a soldier whose war medals were found dumped in a river in Swallowfield is to show his gratitude to the village by holding a concert this weekend. Oliver Dunn-Hipp, who is a renowned baritone opera singer, was reunited with his great-uncle Oliver Read’s medals in April last year after they were found by two fishermen during the village’s annual community clean-up. To show his gratitude, Mr Dunn-Hipp will be returning to Swallowfield this Sunday to perform a celebratory concert alongside pianist Malcolm Forbes-Peckham. The programme of music will include a number of songs from the past celebrating Britain’s naval heritage, as well as some solo piano pieces, and a selection of lighter, well-known numbers from opera and operetta. Mr Dunn-Hipp has had the medals, which were awarded to Petty Officer Oliver Read, from London, for his action during the Battle of Jutland in the First World War and posthumously to his son, Alfred, an Able Seaman who lost his life when his ship, HMS Cornwall,

was sunk in 1942, professionally cleaned and framed, and will display them alongside photos of his greatuncle during the concert. Mr Dunn-Hipp said: “It would be an understatement to say that the family were stunned by the news of the find. “I intend the concert to be a relaxed, informal and entertaining affair, giving attendees the opportunity to hear two fine musicians, as well as seeing the restored medals in all their glory.” Peter Sampson, chairman of Swallowfield Parish Council said: “The concert not only represents a unique opportunity for such prestigious musicians to perform for our community, but also offers enormous gratitude to both the organisers and participants of our annual litter pick. Mostly we collect empty lager cans; this year was something special.” The concert will take place this Sunday at All Saints Church, Swallowfield, at 7.30pm. Tickets cost £10 must be booked in advance by calling Hilary Fraser on 0118 988 5989. Any proceeds from the concert will be shared between the church and Enham Trust, a disability charity based near Andover.

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Final push to complete Shinfield road safety of the travelling public and the workforce, a full road closure has been permitted by Wokingham Borough Council.” No date has been set for the opening date has been set for the opening of the road, but Hochtief expect it to be within a couple of weeks.

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THE CLOSING date for a scheme that recognises Woodley’s greatest volunteers is coming up later this month. The Woodley Town Council Citizen Awards aims to recognise voluntary work carried out by local people in the community. Example ideas for nominations include caring for children, the elderly, sick or disabled, voluntary work, being a good neighbour or working with young people. Anyone who lives or works within Woodley’s borders can be considered for the awards and nomination forms should be submitted by Monday, January 23. Forms can be downloaded from the Town Council website, www.woodley.gov.uk, or submitted online. Printed copies can be obtained from the Woodley Town Council offices at The Oakwood Centre in Headley Road.

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but through traffic will be diverted at the Esso garage in Shinfield and at The Bull Inn at Arborfield Cross. A spokesperson for builders Hoctief said: “Whilst good progress was made at Arborfield Road (A327) during December, there is outstanding drainage reinstatement and full depth carriageway reconstruction, near to the Magpie and Parrot public house, remaining. “These activities involve a large working area and require sufficient time for the materials to set hard before the final surfacing and road markings can be laid, therefore, for the

A CONSULTATION into the operation of Wargrave’s allotments is currently underway. Wargrave Parish Council are calling on residents and allotmenteers to give their views on a new Allotment Strategy, which would aim to not only improve the service provisions available to the allotments, but to promote the facilities within the wider community and increase the uptake of allotments. A draft copy of the strategy is currently available to view on the parish council’s website at www.wargrave.org.uk. Comments on the strategy can be submitted until January 30 by emailing office@wargrave.org.uk, or you can post your comments to Wargrave Parish Council, Council Office, Old Pavilion, Recreation Road, Wargrave, Reading, RG10 8BG.

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A FINAL push to complete an overdue roads project will see a major road closed later this month. The Shinfield Eastern Relief Road was due to open last summer but has seen various issues cause delays. Now, the road is weeks away from completion but to get there a final road closure is required. Work to finish drainage and the carriageway by the Magpie and Parrot pub will force the A327 Arborfield Road to be shut from 9pm on Friday, January 20 to 6am on Monday, January 23. During the closures, residents will have access,

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Tech company Timico adds two to senior leadership team By GEMMA DAVIDSON gdavidson@wokinghampaper.co.uk A HIGH-ﬂying tech company, which recently moved to Winnersh Triangle, is welcoming two new members to its senior leadership team. Timico Technology Group, a managed IT, internet and communications service provider, has announced the appointment of Clodagh Murphy as Chief Operating Officer, and Jeff Palmer as Sales Director, adding significant combined experience to the company’s senior management team. Formerly Managing Director of KCOM plc’s Eclipse business, Clodagh developed and implemented the strategy to diversify the business from a single product consumer broadband provider to a multi-product business technology service provider, while delivering industry-leading customer satisfaction levels. Clodagh first joined KCOM in 2003 as Service Delivery Director, then Customer and Technology Services Director, following earlier service and business planning roles at Eircom from the late 1990s. Clodagh said: “To say that I am thrilled to join the Timico team is an understatement. It’s not very often in your career that you get the chance to join a successful, independent business which has this level of ambition. I feel very privileged to be part of the team. I will bring this

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Ben Marnham, CEO of Timico said: “The arrival of Clodagh and Jeff comes just weeks after our new Chief Commercial Officer, Simon Payne, joined us from Capita. 2017 will be a pivotal year for the company as we cement our new strategy for the business. “The added experience that Simon, Clodagh and Jeff bring to the team will help strengthen our proposition and ensure we continue to add real value to our clients.”

New Black Boy bosses share plans for refurbishment THE Surrey-based pub company which is taking over The Black Boy pub in Shinfield has spoken of its ‘exciting’ plans for the future, writes Gemma Davidson. Barons Pub Company, which currently runs six pubs, will be taking over from the pub’s current landlords Mike Clegg and Claire Hawkins this Sunday. The pub will be then be closed for several weeks for a major redevelopment, with a planned reopening for early March. A spokesperson for Barons Pub Company, Debbie Eke said: “We pride ourselves on running traditional style family-friendly pubs, serving great food and drink, all day, every day. We have a number of awards under our belt including winning Surrey Life

Magazine’s Best Family Dining Award 2015 for our pub The Rose & Crown, and we had two of our other pubs as finalists in the same category in 2016. All our pubs currently rank highly on TripAdvisor and customers really seem to like what we do. “Once we take over on January 16, we are planning to close for a few weeks to complete a major refurbishment of the pub. We’ll be working with Concorde BG who have undertaken several other very successful refurbs for us at various of our other sites. “We have exciting plans for The Black Boy including improving the terrace area, installing an outside bar with plenty of seating and a fire pit and introducing online booking via our website.”  www.baronspubs.com.

HILE Brexit has not yet had a sizeable impact on the Wokingham housing market, my analysis points to the fact that the economic viewpoint still remains uncertain. Wokingham property price growth is likely to be more subdued in 2017 – although that isn’t a bad thing, so let me explain. Since the summer, apart from a little wobble of uncertainty a few weeks after the Referendum vote, property values (and the economy), on the whole has outperformed what most people were anticipating. In fact, when I looked at the property prices for our Wokingham Borough Council area, these were the results... October 2016 drop of 0.51% September 2016 rise of 0.24% August 2016 rise of 1.14% July 2016 rise of 1.31% June 2016 rise of 0.1% The UK property market continues to perform robustly (because we can’t just look at Wokingham as if in its own little bubble) with annual price growth in 2016 set to end at 6.91% and most South East region property market at 9.1%. Talking to fellow agents in London, the signiﬁcant tidal wave of growth seen from 2013 through to 2015 in the capital has subdued over the last six months. However, as that central London house price wave has started to ripple out, agents are starting to see stronger property growth values in East Anglia and the South East regions outside of London, than within the M25. So, fellow Wokingham landlords and homeowners, is this the time to get your surfboards ready for the London wave? Well, we in Wokingham haven’t really been affected by the central London property megabubble (i.e. Kensington, Chelsea, Marylebone, Mayfair etc.). The property market locally is more driven by sentiment, especially the ‘C’ word ... Conﬁdence!

The main forces for a weaker Wokingham property market relate to economic uncertainty surrounding the Brexit process, which I believe will impact unhelpfully on consumer confidence in the run up to, and just after, the serving of the Article 50 notification by the end of Q1 2017. In addition, the influence of reforms to the taxation of landlords is expected to result in a reduced demand from buyto-let landlords. This will limit upward pressure on property values. On the other side of the coin, demand from tenants has been strong, but this has been counterbalanced by a strong supply of rental properties. In my opinion, there is a slight risk of rents not growing as much in 2017 as they have in 2016, but by 2018 they will rise again to counteract Philip Hammond’s changes to tenant fees. The broader Wokingham rental market looks relatively positive with modest rental growth expected. Rents might rise further if landlords begin to sell properties in an effort to offset to the impact of tax rises. So what do I predict will happen to the Wokingham housing market in 2017? In Wokingham, I believe price values are expected to fall by 2.3% in 2017 compared to a rise of 8.1% in 2016, then pick up to growth of 1.9% in 2018, 3.1% in 2019, then 4.2% in 2020 and 6.5% in 2021. But these predictions do not take into account any effect of a possible snap General Election or a further referendum on ratifying any Brexit deal (if that comes to pass in the future).  If you want to find out more about the Wokingham property market, visit the Wokingham Property Blog www.wokinghampropertyblog.co.uk or email erica.townend@martinco.com Erica Townend is a director and co-owner of the Martin & Co estate agency in Wokingham and has been aligned closely to the world of property for almost 20 years. Opinions expressed in this column are her own.

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By PHIL CREIGHTON news@wokinghampaper.co.uk THE ROW over whether Wokingham should build 15,000 homes in a new garden village in Grazeley took a new twist after John Redwood shared his early views on the issue. The Wokingham MP said that he has been consulting constituents over the plans which were leaked last autumn. Wokingham Borough Council is arguing that under Government imposed targets it has to build more than 850 homes a year until 2036. However, as we revealed last week, John Redwood feels that the plan to contain the majority of the development in one place could backfire. In his blog post this week, which started with a note that he had not yet completed his canvassing of residents’ views, he said that the council should start to review the demand for housing rather than looking to build more homes. He argued: “The government has said it intends to reduce [immigration] by two thirds or more. This needs to be factored in to any calculations about housing demand after 2020.” He also said that if Grazeley were to go ahead, the “latest thinking” from the Planning Inspectorate suggests that the council will not be able to prevent developments elsewhere. “If a Council opts for one major settlement and the build rate is too low in the view of the Planning Inspectors against the assumed need for homes, then they will grant planning permissions elsewhere as well,” he noted. “Whilst concentration of settlement may have the advantage of sparing other places, it may also fall short of the building targets and require even more infrastructure than the developer contribution pays for.” Mr Redwood also drew attention to infrastucture, warning that Junction 11 of the M4 is already very crowded and “capacity into Reading from the south fully used at peaks. A major settlement at Grazeley will need additional capacity for school places and GP services. “Will any such scheme at Grazeley ensure the provision of sufficient additional capacity in transport and public services, and will this be put in

before the homes are built?” Flooding has also been raised by Mr Redwood as a reason to be cautious about Grazeley. He asked: “Will action be taken to provide proper capacity to handle surface water and the foul water generated by many new homes?” Wokingham Borough Council welcomed Mr Redwood’s blog. Speaking to The Wokingham Paper, executive member for planning, regeneration and communities, Cllr Mark Ashwell, said: “As John Redwood has written in his blog we have been consulting with him over the Local Plan Update, which will set where development can and cannot take place over the next 20 years and will continue to do so. This is a two year process and all decisions made will be tested by a government inspector in May 2019” “The concerns he raised are exactly the sort of issues we are concerned about. As he reiterates we really need the Government’s Planning Inspectorate to provide much more protection against inappropriate development. “This is why we have asked for special planning powers to resist other development. This would be a prerequisite to any decision to go ahead with a garden settlement at Grazeley as part of the Local Plan Update in 2019. We would welcome any influence our MP can bring to bear on this.” “The blog also shows that Mr Redwood shares our desire to get the right infrastructure in place early and to avoid any increased flood risk. Both of these are key issues for us as we plan the future development of the borough.” “Mr Redwood’s suggestion that we look at the demand for housing before making any decision is something we are continuing to work on with our neighbouring authorities. “However, predicting housing demand is very complex and requires all of us to look at more factors than simply a Government’s aspiration to reduce immigration. “We are also aware that a Housing White Paper is due to be published by the Government shortly and we need to be mindful of any changes that introduces.”

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Dingley heads to Number 10 A WOKINGHAM-based children’s charity was among a number of organisations invited to Downing Street for a pre-Christmas reception. Representatives from Dingley’s Promise, which provides support to under-fives with additional needs and disabilities, were invited to the reception hosted by Secretary of State for Culture, Karen Bradley, and Minister for the Civil Society, and MP for Reading East Rob Wilson MP, to mark the Local Charities Day. The reception marked the culmination of an exciting year for the charity, which saw an increase in activity, the number of families reached, and the creation

of a Providers Advisory Support Service, working with mainstream providers to help them develop strategies to better support children with additional needs. The charity’s CEO, Catherine McLeod MBE, who attended the reception, said: “We were delighted to be included, and met some very interesting charities – doing lots of great work across the country.” Dingley’s Promise is now looking towards 2017 and the introduction of 30 free hours of childcare, and campaigning to ensure children with additional needs aren’t overlooked. n www.dingley.org.uk.

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with serious and life-threatening conditions such as loss of consciousness, suspected heart attack or stroke, severe breathing difficulties or severe bleeding that cannot be stopped. They say that if you fall into these categories, come to A&E. But, if you or a loved one is feeling unwell, you are asked to consider alternatives including staying at home and resting, consulting a pharmacist doctor’s surgery or, out of hours, the NHS 111 service. For minor injuries or illness you can also attend a Walk In Centre or Minor Injuries Unit run by a team of clinical practitioners who can help treat minor injuries including deep cuts, sprains and strains, broken bones (fractures), bites and stings (including problems), minor eye infections, scratches or something in your eye.

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Vans broken into TOOLS have been stolen from two vans in Wargrave last week. Overnight on Wednesday, January 4 into Thursday, two vans were broken into in Highfield Park. Tools that had been left inside were stolen. Thames Valley Police are reminding all motorists not to leave any valuables inside unattended vehicles, even if they are stored in the boot or glove compartment. Anyone with any information relating to these thefts should call 101.

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Land Rover theft A LAND ROVER has been broken into in Twyford. Overnight Tuesday, January 3 into Wednesday, January 4, someone broke into the Landrover Discovery parked in Broad Hinton. The driver side front door was left open and items including cash and prescription glasses were stolen from inside. Anyone with any information should call Thames Valley Police on 101.

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FLY TIPPING in Wokingham borough is down, despite the introduction of residents permits and charges for disposing of certain types of household waste. Wokingham Borough Council released figures this week to The Wokingham Paper after BBC Radio Berkshire used a Freedom of Information Act request to discover that fly-tipping is up 20% since the permits were brought in in July last year. The new scheme allows only residents of Wokingham borough, Reading borough and Bracknell Forest borough councils to use the re3 recycling centres in Bracknell and Reading. There are also charges for leaving certain types of garden and DIY waste including rubble. But despite fears that there would be an increase in fly-tipping, WBC figures suggest that there has been a reduction in waste dumped in the borough’s roads and pavements. Cllr Angus Ross, executive member for the environment at Wokingham Borough Council, said that there were just 419 reported incidents in 2016. Although this is an increase of

10% on 2015, he said that since July the figures had dropped. This is at odds with Reading, which BBC Berkshire reported had risen. In its report, Reading Borough Council said that “under similar measures elsewhere flytipping rates had returned to normal levels”. Cllr Liz Terry, Reading's Lead Councillor for Neighbourhoods, said: “Where these changes have been introduced elsewhere there clearly has been a spike in fly-tipping initially. But over time that has levelled off and returned to normal levels.” And Cllr Ross echoed her views. He told The Wokingham Paper: “During 2016 there were 419 incidents of fly tipping in the borough. In line with national trends this was a 10% increase overall compared to the previous year, but a quarterly decrease after the changes introduced on 1st July. “So fly tipping has decreased since the permits were introduced. However we will review this again in a few further months, as the September changes may also have an effect.” n What do you think? Have you seen an increase or reduction in fly-tipping? Has the changes worked for you? Share your views at letters@ wokinghampaper.co.uk

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A NURSERY in Wokingham is celebrating after being awarded a ‘good’ Ofsted rating across the board. Bright Horizons Day Nursery and Preschool, in Molly Millars Lane, was inspected on December 6 and was rated ‘good’ in all four areas: effectiveness of the leadership and management; quality of teaching, learning and assessment; personal development, behaviour and welfare; and outcomes for children. The inspectors praised Nursery Manager Annie Smith for her ‘high expectations for the nursery's continued improvement’, and noted that the staff had a ‘good understanding of children’s individual needs’. The inspector, Aileen Finan, also noted that the

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A CHARITY that helps match children with foster carers is holding an information event on Saturday. Home For Good Wokingham is organising the drop-in session at Crowthorne Baptist Church. It take place at the High

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Keep calm and shop in Wokingham PEACH PLACE works started on Monday. When we posted a reminder about the works on our Facebook page, lots of people started complaining about traffic chaos, gridlock and empty shops. It couldn’t be further from the truth. Yes, one lane of Peach Street will be closed for around 15 weeks to enable demolition of the existing buildings, but it’s just one lane. There are plenty of open shops in Wokingham’s town centre. A lot of Peach Place stores have relocated, including Funtastic Toys, nail bars and Sanpa. What we all need to do now is to place a vote of confidence in Wokingham’s brave new world. That means keeping calm and carrying on. Wokingham’s retailers will be delighted with you spending your money locally. There’s a strong mixture of retailers, from boutique clothes store to art shops to book shops. With restaurants and cafes, you can make a day of it. And, when Peach Place is finished, it will get even better. So shop now, and shop local.

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EDEVELOPMENT! Disruption! Cutbacks! Pressure! Change! Welcome to Wokingham in 2017! It feels like a time of unprecedented change in our town. How are we going to deal with it? The scope of change and development is striking: the redevelopment of Peach Place is poised to begin, the new housing areas of Montague Park and Mulberry Grove, Matthews Green and even Keep Hatch Beech are underway; the Carnival site is climbing towards the sky, and proposed work at Elms Field and the Market Place is in the pipeline. Challenging times. Simultaneously the Borough Council is faced with huge challenges: their budget has been slashed and they must decide how best to spend resources that are ever more stretched. The pressures on both elected representatives and employees are enormous. But as services are cut, the ones who suffer most are the most vulnerable, who all too easily fall through the gaps. How will you and I respond? If you like moaning, this could be a great time for you! We could quite easily spend the next several years just… moaning about traffic, building dust, gaps in provision and council decisions we don’t like! Clearly elected representatives need to be held to account – and that is regularly and usefully done in the pages of this paper and in other places. But alongside that, my conviction is that generally speaking people mean well: councillors and council employees are human beings who try to do a good job with limited resources. As such are there ways you and I could give them some encouragement and support as they take responsibility for complex matters? And for the rest of us, are there ways that we can take some responsibility too? How can we be a good neighbour to our more vulnerable Wokingham neighbours? Could we find small ways to make things better rather than griping from the sidelines? And if you’re a praying person, how about we pray for our town over the coming year? Let’s pray for those in authority, that they will seek the common good, and be filled with skill and imagination to overcome every challenge. And by the grace of God we might look back in a few years and find that Wokingham is an even better community to live in than it was before. The Revd Nick Hudson is minister of Wokingham Baptist Church

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Building the borough of the future… I admire Councillor Gary Cowan. Throughout the twelve years we were colleagues in the Conservative Group on Wokingham Borough Council he showed himself to be a doughty fighter for the interests of the people in his ward of Arborfield and for Wokingham Borough as a whole. His opposition to further housing in the borough was forceful and sincere and I was happy to help him in his re-election campaigns over the years. However, his remarks in a recent letter you published reveal a lack of understanding of the current position with future house building. In fact, if the Council were to take Gary’s advice, it could have a disastrous effect, not least on the people of Arborfield. Recent letters you’ve published have spelt out with clarity how the future programme for housebuilding in the borough, known as the Local Plan Update, works. Could I just briefly outline again this process? Firstly, as we all know the Government wants to build more houses in the south-east of England. It’s not hard to see why. People are living longer, family sizes are getting smaller and many people want to move from other regions of Britain and from abroad to the prosperous south-east. The government requires all local authorities to calculate their ‘housing need’ over a period of around 20 years. This estimates how many people want to move here and how many more houses we need to build to accommodate them. The government has also told us how to do the calculation through a somewhat contentious ‘methodology’. One of its flaws is that an important factor in the calculation is past population growth. But past population growth is related to the past growth in the housing stock. The result of this is that councils such as ours who’ve built a lot of houses recently will have even more to build in the future – a very unfair assessment. Anyway, the figure calculated, the Objectively Assessed Need (OAN), is for Wokingham Borough an extra number of around 200 more houses per year from 2013 to 2026 and then 856 a year until 2036, figures which was published as long ago as February 2016. Now what happens if we follow Gary’s advice and ignore the OAN or object to it? Would the Council be fined? No. Would the councillors go to prison? No. (“Shame!” did I hear?) What actually happens is even worse. There is something called the Five-Year Housing Land Supply. This measures the rate as which we are likely to build houses in the borough over the next five years. Despite the fact that the OAN figure has not yet been assessed to see if there is enough suitable land on which to build such a lot of houses, guess which housing figure the government now assigns to the House Land Supply. Yes, the OAN figure of 856 houses per year. And if we ignore the figure? Then housebuilders will appeal against planning applications the Council has refused, they will win their appeals, and we could get houses built anywhere in the borough including Arborfield. So there are two choices. We can do what the Council is doing which is to accept that, however undesirable and unfair it is, the government has the power to require more houses to be built in the borough and will enforce their policy through the planning appeal process if necessary. And we can do what we’re doing at the moment – deciding for ourselves through consultation with town and parish councils and with the public at large how many houses we can build and the best place to build them. Alternatively, we can take Gary’s advice and like King Canute sit on our throne of self-righteousness with arms flayling at the incoming tide of new houses. I’m with the Council approach. Cllr Christopher Bowring Deputy Executive Member for Planning Wokingham Borough Council

Woosehill subway art is money down the drain

Shortly before Christmas, as the team of artists commissioned by Wokingham Borough Council, at a cost reported to be £10,000, were completing the Woosehill underpass mural (The Wokingham Paper, January 5), I met a dog walker who, as we admired the near-finished work, said: “very nice, but I’ll give it a week before the local vandals get their hands on it!” Not only was he right, but clearly had greater foresight and common sense than the ‘we know best’ brigade at Shute End. Anyway, when approached, Wokingham Borough Council referred the matter to the lengthy titled Anti-Social Behaviour manager and Troubled Families Co-ordinator. At first, the Anti-Social etc etc co-ordinator claimed they were not aware that the council, or anyone connected to the council, had indeed funded the painting of the subway and that they (the council) “were not aware of ongoing problems of this type”, passing the matter to other council colleagues and the police - both these claims were later revised, so why, if they were

aware did the council in their wisdom, or lack of it, decide to press ahead in the first place? I don’t know which planet the council live on, but from the time it was constructed some 30 or more years ago, Woosehill Underpass has regularly been the target of vandals and graffiti merchants. It has been used as a toilet, for fly-tipping, littering – including the smashing of bottles and other glass containers – and, from time to time, subject to flooding. It has never been adequately monitored or maintained by the council, although on one occasion signs were put up stating that CCTV cameras were in operation (they were not) and, by the next morning, vandals had responded by spraying the signs with obscenities. The signs were eventually removed and the situation allowed to deteriorate further. The underpass is, and always has been, poorly lit with currently only 18 of the 60 lighting units in working order. Wokingham Borough Council is, at present, planning on spending millions of pounds

on town regeneration and, as long as it is done properly there is nothing wrong with that, but not at the same time allowing existing areas of the borough to degenerate to unacceptable levels - pot-holed roads, crumbling speed humps, unkempt open spaces, unmaintained pavements and footpaths, appalling amounts of litter and unemptied overflowing litter bins – the list goes on and on. The spending of public money on frivolities at the expense of essentials by a council which continually whinge about lack of central government support and insufficient resources, whilst cutting back on services to the vulnerable and making staff redundant as they feather their own nests with regular increases to wages and personal allowances is surely a betrayal of those they claim to represent. As Pam Small puts it in her letter to The Wokingham Paper (January 5), “it’s £10,000 down the drain”. How right – our money, their drain! J W Blaney, Wokingham

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I would, through your paper, like to thank the people of Woodley, Early, Winnersh and Twyford for their most generous support of our Christmas float. This year through that generosity The Rotary Club of Loddon Vale raised in excess of £8,000 which will be used to help local charities and good causes in their work During our time travelling the streets and at supermarkets we were delighted to see the children eagerly waiting for Santa to come along, this alone makes it all worthwhile. We hope we are able to call on you for continued support next Christmas. If you would like more details of the work that Rotary International do, please contact me, w.soane@ntlworld.com. We wish you all a very happy, healthy and prosperous new year. Bill Soane The Rotary Club of Loddon Vale

Now that the festive season has drawn to an end, it is important to remember those who have struggled with loneliness, depression and anxiety. This time of year can be particularly hard for the elderly with many men and women suffering from depression, which can be the result of bereavement, marital problems or a whole host of other issues, and yet receive very little help from the NHS. Aged Veterans Counselling offers free counselling to anyone born before 1950 who was in the military or completed National Service. Incidentally, most men over the age of 66 did complete national service and will therefore qualify. Aged Veterans Counselling are able to offer vital support to those in need, providing up to 6 free counselling sessions in the comfort of their own home, provided by accredited professionals. Contact us, in confidence, on 0300 0120 247 or online at www.agedveterancounselling.org.uk Josephine Bey, Programme Director, Aged Veterans Counselling

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AST week Wokingham In Need (WIN) launched the story of the new drop-in/ workshop facility being installed on the Salvation Army site in Wokingham to be utilised by the dedicated team already in place at the Salvation Army. The WIN team are delighted to have been able to raise funds to enable this additional facility to be added in order that the already marvellous service provided by the Salvation Army and their many volunteers can be enhanced. WIN intend to follow this commitment through by trying to raise additional funds through a variety of fundraising activities which will enable the Salvation Army to continue and

develop this vital service. Wokingham In Need works as a catalyst in the borough helping to bring individuals and organisations together for the benefit of the homeless and vulnerable within Wokingham. The provision of the cabins is a significant element of the objectives of the charity to assist those that work directly with the vulnerable in the borough. We would like to thank all those companies, charities and individuals who have already helped us raise funds and have given freely of their time to help with this project. However more funding is needed to enhance the facilities and in the development of other community projects

in the pipeline. Any assistance from local companies or individuals in relation to this would be appreciated. We wish The Salvation Army and their volunteers continued success with this programme. Watch this space for the date of the official opening of the additional facilities at The Salvation Army. Should you wish to help please contact Sue Jackson at WIN by calling 07340 301770, emailing wokinghaminneed@ gmail.com or logging on to wokinghaminneed.com. You may wish to just send a text to donate to our Just Texting page: 70070, with the message WOKY15 and then the amount you wish to donate.

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By PHIL CREIGHTON news@wokinghampaper.co.uk A NEW drop-in centre for the borough’s homeless and vulnerable will soon be open for business – but a call has gone out for help to make it sustainable. Based at The Salvation Army in Sturges Road, the centre will be open every day and aims to provide a warm and safe place for its users. It has been organised by Wokingham In Need (WIN), a new charity that works within the town to help the vulnerable and sees several groups work together to help provide the facilities. As part of the support, a new portable cabin has been installed at the Salvation Army site, providing a storage unit ready to provide necessary supplies to drop-in centre visitors. It was installed on a Saturday morning in early December by a specialist team who lifted it into place. And volunteers from WIN were able to assist in giving presents and a Christmas cake (baked by a volunteer) to the homeless on Christmas Eve. WIN also distributed toys to children over Christmas, bringing a little joy into their lives. Now, WIN is looking for more funding and volunteers to come forward to help expand the drop-in centre’s vision. Sue Jackson, founder of WIN, told The Wokingham Paper: “We are very grateful for all Moving in: a new portable  Continued on page 6 cabin has been installed at Army to help create a drop-in

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Happy New Year! I know I’m late to the party but happy new year! I was so caught up with the festivities and everything that I lost track of time, but I’m back on the page now. We had a very pleasant and low key break from it all, we hunkered down, ate everything and had a good time, but now it’s back to routine and the humdrum.

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I missed out on the ﬁrst day back to school as I was away from Wokingham for one night in readiness for my maiden voyage in the TalkRADIO studio with Paul Ross on his Full Set Breakfast Show which was huge fun, albeit with a very early start. Hurrah for Black Mountain Roast coffee!

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TONY JOHNSON Maidenhead allows Oxford “slurry” to be dumped in Wokingham (This headline is essentially incorrect, but portrays an unpleasant actuality) Putting the facts straight

HAT “slurry” is a biodegraded form of food waste supplied as fertiliser by Oxford-based food recycling experts, Agrivert. If it looks like manure, smells like manure and gets spread like manure, it’s manure. Even if it does have a ten bob word to describe it (“digestate”). “Maidenhead” (actually the Royal Borough of Windsor & Maidenhead – RBWM), were very clear. They said (twice) that permission wasn’t required when Agrivert applied for planning permission to build a slurry lagoon just over the railway line from the village of Waltham St Lawrence. To say it’s dumped in Wokingham is just plain wrong as the lagoon is at least 100 metres outside Wokingham Borough Council’s boundary.

So why the stink? On the face of it, we shouldn’t need to be concerned as it all takes place in a neighbouring borough. A borough with whom we have a duty to cooperate and with whom we have an increasing number of shared services. Except – that duty to cooperate cuts both ways. Because Agrivert’s applications clearly state that the HGV traffic won’t be routed through Waltham St Lawrence – the village in RBWM where the farmer lives. Instead, it says that the HGV traffic will be routed between the A4 Bath Road and the slurry lagoon via Milley Lane in the Borough of Wokingham. This lane has 7.5 tonne weight restriction signage and is clearly marked

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as unsuitable for HGVs. So on RBWM’s planning portal it’s disappointing to find no record whatsoever of any consultation with or any response from WBC for either planning application. Meanwhile, the 44 tonne Agrivert HGV’s; the Network Rail HGV’s from the Milley Lane depot; along with the RBWM directed Courtney Buses; all pound up and down a lane which is as narrow as 4.3m in places. As they thunder past, those huge vehicles make the houses shake and keep everyone on edge.

Near fatal incident – police ‘disinterested’

One of the local residents was walking along Milley Lane when they were nearly mown down by an oncoming HGV. Fortunately, the driver saw them, swerved and avoided contact. What the pedestrian discovered was that what the old soft verges had been pushed upwards and outwards by previous HGVs and what used to be a two inch step onto the verge, out of the way, was now a big jump up onto a very narrow and

The Acton Diet: Learning about cost control WHILE researching this sorry tale, it was ‘curious’ to discover that RBWM has a 23-year contract with Agrivert for food waste disposal which was originally valued at £14.5M. Based on actual payments for the period of June Sep 2016, that total might end up being 33% higher. Seems we might not be alone with cost control challenges. caveat.lector@icloud.com

tall bank – darn near impossible for a widow in their seventies. Shaken, the widow called the police to report the incident. She was told that as there were no witnesses they wouldn’t be taking any action.

Does lack of action mean lack of interest? Maidenhead didn’t give permission in the first place and don’t have any say in what happens on a country lane in Wokingham. The police don’t appear to want to enforce the weight restrictions. This makes the signage little better than grubby roadside distractions that the Borough paid good money for. Wokingham Borough Council don’t appear to have been consulted, nor to have had any say in the matter, so why should anyone pay attention?

What sort of Borough are we? Perhaps we should ignore this matter. It only affects a few people on the edge of the borough and it really isn’t worth the effort to put the enforcement in place, so better leave them to fight a campaign of civil disobedience instead. Then again, you might say that it’s a waste of money buying and installing road signs that turn out to be more decorative than enforceable. It comes down what we sign up for when we pay our Council Tax and Police Precept. A borough which puts real substance into providing a safe, peaceful and pleasant environment for all its residents? Or a borough where the style of a town’s swimming pool is a more important factor than any individual’s need? It’s time for those at Shute End to make a difference.

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Of course, I say Wokingham town because that’s what it is, our town, our lost little market town, Wokingham – not Woky or Wokers – good old Wokingham. I was recently shown some marketing material for the new development in Aborﬁeld and the blurb said Wokingham City Centre, inside I cried. If the developers say it’s a city centre what will all those people who ﬂock to the new developments looking for a property close to a city think when they head into the city, they’ll be mighty disappointed. I am not going to be rude and dismissive of the town in the state it’s in or what it might be. I will however suggest that we all hold on to some hope that the council and those involved in the town centre regeneration will inject some heart and soul into the town and return the town to its former glory, with decent shops, sympathetic and in keeping architecture and an identity allowing it to stand alone and not be a poor relative of the newly revamped Bracknell or Reading (which surely should be a city by now, after all Berkshire has no cities). A destination place with independent shops that make people want to come because they’re looking for something they can’t get elsewhere. Wokingham is an independent market town with a market charter since 1219, let’s be positive.

Hope for the year ahead … Talking of positivity I’ve not got any New Year resolutions but I do hope. I hope that the year ahead will bring strength, wellbeing, stability, happiness, sunshine and conﬁdence. I could hope to get taller but I’ll settle for getting ﬁt and spending happy times with my loved ones. Hope your year is everything you hope for.

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AM such a worrier. Post-Brexit-Trump-appeasing 2017 is going to be a good year for worrying. And where better to start than in the perturbed post-Christmas month of January, following all that pre-Christmas exuberant spending and goodwill towards others. When I walk along the streets and thoroughfares of Wokingham I worry. I see stony faces and wonder what worries are causing these pained countenances and physiognomic utterances of unhappiness? I want to go up to these strangers and ask what is worrying them, but I don’t want to end up in hospital. These ships in the night sail past so burdened it worries me they might capsize if the storm increases. I want to worry on their behalf, as if I haven’t enough worries of my own, and that worries me too. Is it just me? Some people appear to be given burdens few would want to bear but do so cheerfully, bravely and quietly. As you read this what worries you? Write it down, examine it, how does it threaten your existence, what are the potential solutions? I worry about my youngest daughter driving on the frenetic southern road system with ‘L’ plates. A legitimate worry maybe but there is nothing I can do other than remind her that the road system is a dangerous machine without many safety guards or much sobriety and she should respect it as such. America might attack China or Russia attack Europe but I am not going to worry about nuclear holocaust especially when I can worry about getting a full refund on some unsatisfactory purchases made during the Christmas period. Some people tell me that they don’t feel at ease unless they are worrying about something. Well, the world seems in such a mess that there is plenty to worry about on behalf of others. Some of us face deep challenges but I’m not going to start problem solving here. I’m not a qualified counsellor.

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If you like to be mildly tormented but haven’t enough concerns to feed your angst engine may I suggest listening to BBC Radio Four. I try to avoid this station as much as possible but sometimes it is allowed to run in the background especially when illness puts me in bed as it did over the Christmas break. Listening to Radio Four all day when blighted can easily leave me suicidally minded. It provides relentless coverage of the miserable state of the world with its unresolved injustices. Choose your poison the list is endless and predominantly women’s issues. Why aren’t they societal issues? I’ve never found a mention on the BBC of a charity or organisation that exists to help men become kinder, more empathetic human beings. Perhaps this is beyond their biological capability or perhaps the debate is distorted? Fortunately when my daughter is around Radio Four is obliterated by Kiss Radio and cooking becomes Disco Kitchen. I would like to write about all this misery just to worry you a bit more in our cheerless post-Christmas January but you’ll no doubt be thinking ‘thankfully he’s run out of space’. Why do you worry? Let us know. Send your thoughts to letters@wokinghampaper.co.uk

Lisa and Peter Lea;s new addition to their family - four-year-old Lurcher Alﬁe, rehoused from a Battersea dog shelter

Little Alﬁe is enjoying 2017 – he’s got a new home and is settling in nicely. JOHN WAKEFIELD ﬁnds out how it happened

LURCHER has started 2017 in style - after being given a new loving home, thanks to a Wokingham couple. Four-year-old Alfie was the first dog this year to be rehomed by Battersea Dogs & Cats Home in Old Windsor, just hours after the new year bells stopped ringing. Lisa and Peter Lea are the new owners of Alfie, who had been brought to the animal rescue shelter after his previous owners felt they could no longer care for him. He had been in the shelter for almost 100 days before he met Lisa for the first time … and it was love at first sight. “Alfie definitely chose me,” explained Lisa. “I came to Battersea to talk to the rehoming staff and he was in the office when I arrived, because he didn’t like being in the kennels very much.

“He looked at me, wagged his tail and came over to have a sniff and I said to the rehomer ‘what about him?’” Lisa went back and told Peter all about Alfie and it wasn’t long before this tail had a happy ending - they went back in the New Year and gave the pooch a new start and plenty of pampering. “Alfie’s only been with us for a few days, but so far he’s fitting in perfectly,” Lisa explained. “It’s like he’s been with us for years. He seemed to instantly know where to sit, where his bed was and where to wait to go outside if he needs to.

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“He’s an amazing dog and he’s so gentle.” Battersea Old Windsor Centre Manager Kaye Mughal said: “It’s always great to start the year by finding a home for one of our animals. “Seeing Alfie finally find a new home on January 2 after close to 100 days at Battersea was the perfect New Year celebration. “We hope 2017 will mark a new chapter for this lovely Lurcher and that he’ll have many happy years ahead of him with his new family.” Although Alfie has found his perfect family, Battersea Old Windsor currently has several other long-stay lurchers who are looking for a home. These include Neo, a gorgeous black, two-yearold Lurcher who has been at the shelter for over 250 days. He arrived at Battersea Old Windsor as a stray and has been waiting patiently for a loving family even since. Neo’s hoping his luck will change for the better in 2017. The centre is one of three managed by the charity and cares for an average of 260 dogs and 220 cats at any one time. It relies on donations to help care for lost and abandoned dogs and cats. To make one, or for more information, log on to www.battersea.org.uk or call 0870 890 0000.

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nearly in place for mid-distance trees and bushes. At this a "thirsty" dryish brush will lift colour out. Beware THEWOKINGHAMPAPER Thursday, January 12, 2017 To advertise stage email advertising@wokinghampaper.co.uk 22 | SOCIETY that the paper will be wetter towards the bottom. Once the If you are in a WI, Mothers’ Union, a shine had gone off the paper (starting stage 3) Sharon friendship group or an action group decided to add some sparkle by sprinkling salt onto the then send us a report of your meetings go, the idea in the wet paint. She used kitchen salt here but different granule and we’ll print them in here! show us how to Detail showing sizes (eg table salt or sea salt) give subtly different landscapeseffects so quick Share your reports by emailing original artwork as News from your clubs and societies effects. news@wokinghampaper.co.uk watercolour dries a The process is continuous - Sh stint on paint. Wokingham Art Society more and more colour. As the Fantasy Landscapes in Watercolour, started going over existing twi 20 December 2016 changed Payne's grey for the Demonstration by Sharon Hurst Sharon uses Shin Han watercolours (see her website, to above, to get it at discounte but the same techniques can be uses with acrylics. Tonight she started with a shee rigger also strengthened some HARON’S normal watercolour

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Botanist Helen guests at Hardy Plant meeting

The Hardy Plant Society THE Berkshire Group of The Hardy Plant Society will hold its next meeting at St Peter’s Church Hall, Church Road, Earley, Reading, RG6 1EY, on Tuesday, 14 February, 2017. Doors, as usual, will open at 7.15pm for a 7.30pm start. Helen Picton, who trained as a botanist at Reading, will enthral us with a talk on ‘It’s not time for bed yet’. Helen works full time in the family business at Old Court Nurseries. It was founded in 1906 and specialises in breeding and growing Michaelmas Daisies. Helen, in fact, is the third generation to work with Michaelmas Daisies. Old Court Nurseries hold the Plant Heritage Collection of Autumn Flowering Asters. Visitors are welcome, however, an admission fee of £3 per person is payable at the door by all non-members of the Hardy Plant Society – Berkshire Group. Refreshments will be available for purchase.

West Forest Townswomen’s Guild FORTY-FOUR members of the West Forest Townswomen’s Guild met in December for our Christmas meeting. A celebratory drink of mulled wine was served and after a warm welcome from the chairman we were entertained by the local poet, Jean Hill, who read a selection of her work giving a lighthearted introductory background to each piece. Her poetry was very thought provoking, an excellent mix and very much enjoyed by all and added a seasonal touch to the evening. Since the previous meeting in November, a delicious Christmas buffet supper had been served by the Social and Fund Raising Committee and several members had been to the Bath Christmas Market and the Carol Service in Chichester Cathedral which was attended by Princess Anne, our patron. In addition there had been a coffee morning, a visit to the local theatre and a variety of other group activities. Members were served refreshments with the customary mince pies before the remainder of the business was concluded. We hold our meetings in Emmbrook Village Hall on the third Monday of the month and new members are always welcome. We next meet on January 16th at 7.45pm.

Wokingham Citizens Advice THE JANUARY draw for the 2016-17 year of the Citizens Advice Wokingham 100 Club took place on Wednesday, January 4. The three prizes were drawn as follows:  First prize was Celia May who won £25.25  Second prize was Ros Croy who won £15.15  Third prize was Tina Marinos who won £10.10 Tickets can be bought at any time of year and will be entered for the remaining months in the draw year (which are now February – April). Tickets for the rest of the year now cost £3 each and then reduce by £1 after each draw. More details, including how to join, can be found at: citizensadvicewokingham.org.uk/home/ funding/

painting technique is a fourstage process. After soaking the paper she attaches it to her sloping board. The paper is then in stage 1, with water running down, so colours also run down. In stage 2 the surface is still shiny, so colours blend but no longer run. In stage 3 the paper is damp but no longer shiny - some detail is possible. Finally, stage 4, real detail can be added to the completely dry paper. Sharon uses Shin Han watercolours and Windsor & Newton’s but the same techniques can be used with acrylics. She started with a sheet of 140lb Bockingford, which is sized all the way through so you don’t risk washing it all off. She applied two liberal coats of water. You should look sideways to make sure there are no dry patches. Let the ﬁrst coat soak in and then add the second coat. With a 1.5in ﬂat brush she liberally put quinacridone gold into the centre of the paper (very wet, stage 1). Then cerulean blue around the edges. Alisaryn crimson was added to darken the sides (although she said that Rose Madder may have been even better). The same colour created distant trees, arching inwards, thick near the base and thinner twigs. A touch of burnt umber made some of the side features darker and a bit muddier. As the paper dried towards stage 2 the distant trees faded but darker colour could now be relied on to stay more nearly in place for mid-distance trees and bushes. At this stage a “thirsty” dryish brush will lift colour out. Beware that the paper will be wetter towards the bottom. Once the shine had gone off the paper (starting stage 3) Sharon decided to add some sparkle by sprinkling salt onto the wet paint. She used kitchen

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salt here but different granule sizes (eg table salt or sea salt) give subtly different effects. The process is continuous – Sharon was repeatedly adding more and more colour. As the paper neared stage 4, she started going over existing twigs with a rigger and changed to Payne’s grey for the really close branches. The rigger also strengthened some of the edges. Being Sharon, she couldn’t resist including a fairy in the centre of the pool of yellow light. The foreground included grasses, with seedheads to add interest and take the eye off a blade that happened to have gone under the fairy’s skirt! These were mostly done with the rigger but a really stiff ﬂat brush was used for the nearest grasses. For the second half, Sharon wanted to show how to produce simple landscapes so quickly that you could send original artwork as Christmas cards. Bear in mind that watercolour dries a third lighter, so don’t stint on paint. For the ﬁrst example she drew an interesting horizon and wetted the sky and the bottom corners. Prussian blue makes a good winter sky. Use a hake and carry the same colour into the bottom corners. Add some quinacridone gold to make

green for the distant trees. Let it dry a . bit. Change to a smaller flat brush for mid-distant trees. Then dry it thoroughly. Mix a lot of blue and yellow for the nearest tree. Load a small brush and roll it side-to-side over the paper to create horizontal conifer branches. A bit of lighter shadow on the ground and your card is done. For the second example, Sharon wanted something a bit more exciting. She took Glastonbury Tor as her inspiration, drew a suitable hill as an horizon and marked in what would become lines of mid-distant trees. She wet the sky and with a big brush spread Raw Sienna from the horizon up into the sky. She then changed to Burnt Umber and a smaller (No 8 round) brush for the top corners and some other cloud features. A touch of blue came from somewhere! She put in a line of tiny masking-fluid fencing across the bottom of the lefthand stand of trees. As this dried she picked up raw sienna, burnt umber and a mucky green, unmixed on the brush, and rolled it across the trees. While the trees were still wet she lifted colour out towards their lower parts but leaving paint where the masking fluid was. She let it dry a little

The foreground included grass interest and take the eye off a b gone under the fairy's skirt! Th the rigger but a really stiff flat nearest grasses. before touching tree-trunks into the light areas and painting dark fencing into the pale bottom of the right-hand line of trees. When the paint was completely dry she rubbed the masking ﬂuid off, with the interesting result that the fencing on one side was light-on-dark and on the other dark-on-light. She very lightly softened the edge beneath the fencing, added some nominal marks for hedges and footprints and ﬁnished it all by touching in the Tor itself and a representation of the legendary tree, the Holy Thorn, said to have grown from the staff of St Peter (or was it Joseph of Arimathea?). Three demos as well as mince-pies etc! What an evening! Thanks very much, Sharon.

January meeting WOKINGHAM Art Society; will welcome Geoff Hunt for a demonstration when it meets on Tuesday, January 17. His subject will be “Marine” using Oils. It will take place at Wokingham Methodist Church in Rose Street, Wokingham from 7.30pm. Entry is £4 for non-members For further information visit: www. wokinghamartsociety.org.uk

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surviving partner inherits does not count as part of the estate of the person who has died when it is being valued for the intestacy rules. If there is no surviving partner or a will, the children of the deceased will inherit the whole estate. If there is a surviving partner, children only inherit from the estate if the estate is valued at over £250,000. A child whose parents are not married or have not registered a civil partnership can inherit from the estate of a parent who dies intestate. These children can also inherit from grandparents or great-grandparents who have died intestate. Adopted children (including stepchildren who have been adopted by their step-parent) have rights to inherit under the rules of intestacy.

But otherwise you have to be a biological child to inherit. There are more rules around grandchildren and great grandchildren and also for parents, siblings and neices and nephews. All these may inherit depending on the circumstances. If there are no surviving relatives who can inherit under the rules of intestacy, the estate passes to the Crown. Your local Citizens Advice will be able to help you with more information and advice.  You can get help, information and advice from your local Citizens Advice or visit www.citizensadvicewokingham. org.uk or contact Citizens Advice Wokingham at Second Floor, Waterford House, Erftstadt Court, Wokingham RG40 2YF. Tel: 0300 330 1189. email: public@citizensadvicewokingham. org.uk

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Stagecoach pupils perform a medley – the performing arts school has just launched a new class for spring term

Stagecoach expands to The Holt Evendons pupils gave Wokingham Town Mayor, Cllr Gwynneth Hewetson their handmade decorations

Evendons helps dress the Christmas tree By AARON MISTRY, EVENDONS SCHOOL ON the 5th of December 2016, Evendons Primary School was invited to put their Christmas decorations on the Wokingham Christmas tree. Four children from Brooklyn House were chosen and I was one of them. The four of us presented our house decoration to the Wokingham Mayor: Gwynneth

Hewetson. It was really lovely to meet the mayor in person. We made the stars by getting wire and wrapping it around wooden triangles that Rob, our resident engineer made. We made two each and then we put all of them together, to make two big stars. Then we decorated them as a group. We used various colours of beads and wires.

When we went to Wokingham town, we met up with Megan and Lucinda at 6pm outside the Co-op. We went to dress the Wokingham Christmas Tree and we met the mayor. Each school took turns giving their decorations to the mayor and I felt a bit nervous. It was a fantastic opportunity to put our School decoration on the Wokingham Christmas Tree and to meet the mayor.

A PERFORMING arts school is jumping for joy after opening its third venue in Wokingham. Stagecoach, which already runs classes at Waverley School and St Crispin’s, has opened its doors at The Holt School, in Holt Lane, for the Spring Term. The new class will be overseen by Wokingham Stagecoach principal Claire Louise Stainer, who has been part of the Stagecoach family for 10 years, having taught at several schools including Amersham, Epsom and Morden before becoming a Stagecoach Principal. Miss Stainer said: “The opening

of the new school means that many of the children that couldn’t join us before are now able to become students. “I hope to repeat the success of our existing schools by inspiring them and growing their confidence. “The original schools are thriving and there has been a demand for further performing arts training to be available in Wokingham. Stagecoach aims to build creative courage, by enhancing confidence through performance, to help students achieve later on in life whether in the arts or in everyday life.

Blue Coat students hit the high notes on stage

Left: Ben Shaw sings for the National Youth Choir of Great Britain. Above: Alex Turvey joined the National Youth Jazz Orchestra and, pictured right, Alex can be seen at the Royal Albert Hall

By GEMMA DAVIDSON gdavidson@wokinghampaper.co.uk TALENTED youngsters from a school in Sonning have been hitting the high notes with national performances. Trombonist Alex Turvey, from Reading Blue Coat School, in Sonning Lane, recently performed with the National Youth Jazz Orchestra’s (NYJO) Big Band Academy at the Royal Albert Hall, while fellow Blue Coat musician Ben Shaw has sung his way into the National Youth Choir of Great Britain

(NYCGB) as a Treble. Alex, 16, has been playing with NYJO since last term, travelling to London every Saturday to rehearse with the orchestra at the London Centre of Contemporary Music. The Year 11 pupil, who has been playing for nine years, also plays with the Beenham Wind Orchestra, the Earley Music Centre Big Band, and numerous groups at Blue Coat, including the Swing Band, Jazz Band, Brass Band and Concert Band, as well as playing keyboards for a budding rock

band called High Risk Fire. Alex, who hopes to study music A-Level, said: “It was so exciting. I’d never even been to the Royal Albert Hall before.” Singer Ben, who lives in Finchampstead, auditioned for the NYCGB by singing Stars from Les Misérables. The 15-year-old has been attending classes at the Pauline Quirk Academy in Maidenhead for a number of years, and is currently rehearsing for the role of Coach Bolton in High School Musical at the Academy. At Blue Coat, he is currently

studying for a GCSE in Music and participates actively in the musical life of the school. The school’s Director of Music, Jonathan Bowler, said: “Ben is a very fine singer who involves himself as much as possible in music at Blue Coat. “He is a tenor in both our Chamber Choir and our School Choir, he has sung solos in our Rock and Pop concerts, he was part of the cast of our production of Les Miserables last year and he recently sang the role of Teen Angel in Grease.”

“We’ve already made some amazing memories, including performing at the prestigious Shaftesbury Theatre in London’s West End for a charity performance that raised over £900! “We are now rehearsing for our performance in Disneyland this year as part of the park’s 25th year celebrations, and I know the students can’t wait to perform in front of family, friends and international visitors at the park!” n For more information visit www.stagecoach.co.uk/ wokingham or call 0118 371 2998.

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Personal ﬁtness with Chris Hunt with Nicola Strudley

Be you, not a new you! New year, new you? Nah, says CHRIS HUNT – being the best you can be is all about the opportunities you make, not a start-of-the-year fad

VERYWHERE you look in the last few weeks all you see are the words “New Year…New You.” Seriously, why would you want to be someone different and not you? You are special. You are you for a reason. You are the way you are because of the choices you have made in the past. How about instead of using the words “New Year New You”, try a much better phrase such as “New Year, A Better You” or even “New Year, A Happier You.” I think it is easy to see my view on the words “New You”. I really think that when looking ahead this year you should ask

yourself some questions that will help you be a better version of yourself. How about asking some of the questions below to help you on your 2017 Health and Fitness Journey:  What food choices could I make this year that will give me more energy?  How could I manage my time better so that I am less stressed and calmer when I am with my family?  If I could make one change to my training programme, what would it be?  What are my inner strengths that make me who I am?  What are my weaknesses that seem to pop up over and over again?  Considering 2016, what was my biggest success and why?  Name 3-5 habits that currently are holding me back.  Name 3-5 habits that you know would help you lead a healthier more productive life.  When could I add some movement in to my diary to keep me active and mobile?  Where am I lacking knowledge

that is delaying my progress? You can see from the above examples that asking questions uncovers so many OPPORTUNITIES to grow, so many opportunities to better yourself. There are so many more questions that you can ask yourself to so just go for it. Don’t hold back; really invest some time into growing yourself. Growing yourself not to be something you are NOT but just a better version of YOU. I see so many other coaches and trainers trying to mould people like you into the people they want you to be. Why would you let someone else dictate and mould you and your future? I have a golden rule when it comes to information gathering and that is I talk for 10% of the time and listen for the other 90%. Now, anyone that knows me knows that I find it hard not to talk; I find it hard not to be loud. How about this though for interesting…the word LISTEN contains the same letters as the word SILENT … there’s a clue there

Animal Cornerwith Gemma Davidson Can you offer these adorable animals a loving forever home? Each week, we team up with the folk at Diana Brimblecombe Animal Rescue Centre in Nelsons Lane, Hurst, to try to ﬁnd new homes for the animals currently in their care

WATSON Watson is a very handsome 18-month-old Schnauzer. His original owners could no longer keep him, and he was subsequently taken on by somebody who had his litter brother, but the two dogs have decided they no longer like each other much and have started ﬁghting. The family have taken the heartbreaking decision to rehome Watson as it is not fair or safe for the two brothers to live together anymore – this is not an easy decision as they love him so much, but it is the right decision for Watson and his brother. Watson is a lovely boy, very friendly and loving – a typical standard Schnauzer. Anybody wishing to adopt him will need to read up on the breed to make sure they understand what they are taking on: they are not couch potato dogs and need a very active and stimulating lifestyle. We feel it would

probably be best to home him as an ‘only dog’ in view of recent events, but when he is out he is OK with other dogs, perhaps he’s just not keen on sharing his human! Schnauzers need regular grooming to keep their coat looking gorgeous, so his adopters need to be aware he will need regular trips to the groomer.

PEDRO Little Pedro was saved from an uncertain fate in a dog pound where he had been given in as unwanted. He is a sweet little dog, very sociable with everyone he meets, and good with people of all ages, but as he has no long term history, we would not wish to place him with children under 12 years. He is good with other dogs, and enjoys their company, but we don’t know how he is with cats. Pedro is just a young dog, just over 18 months, who will certainly need further training, and dog school would be the perfect solution for this smart little chap. He will need lots of walks and lots of fun, and company most of the time.

FLOOD Flood is an exceptionally pretty, happy and friendly girl who is only looking for a new home due to an unforeseen change in her owner’s work and lifestyle.

Long hours and the need for travel means he is unable to give her the time and care that she needs. She is a young and very affectionate dog who simply thrives on attention. She has only ever known kindness and love, and therefore has a massive amount of love in her heart to give to her new owner. Flood is brilliant with other dogs, and greatly enjoys running and playing with them. She can be a little shy to start with and can sometimes bark at them, but once she knows they are OK she loves to play! She is a highly active dog who will need plenty of free-running exercise, so she would also enjoy and beneﬁt from some general dog training to stimulate her and to help her to bond with her new owner. Flood travels well in the car, is good in the house, loves her cuddles and is friendly to everybody she meets. We would recommend not homing her with younger children due to her very lively personality which could result in knocking kids over! She has lived with cats, but these cats are very dog-savvy - she may chase less assertive kitties. Flood is a truly delightful dog who will make a wonderful companion for someone able to give her company most of the time, and lots of walks and interaction.

people. When finding out about YOU and what YOU want there really is no better way than just listening. As always I like to leave you with a take home point that will help you move FORWARDS and not stay static or even worse go backwards. Be yourself because an original is worth more than a copy. Someone will always be prettier or better looking, someone will always be smarter, and someone will always be younger BUT THEY WILL NEVER BE YOU. A quote that I personally like is from Kurt Cobain and he said: “Wanting to be someone else is a waste of who you are.” Next time you see a coach or a trainer that has said New Year, New You ; tell them that you love being you and just want to be a better version of yourself. Enjoy being you this week everyone and just try and do things better. Do things in a way that will help you grow as a person. See you all next week.

A New Year’s resolution that can make a difference

OW are you getting on with the new year resolutions you set yourself this month? Maybe you are doing Dry January? Or perhaps you are following Joe Wicks, The Body Coach’s Lean in 15 eating plan? Statistic Brain data says that almost half of us make new year’s resolutions but less than 10 percent of us succeed in keeping them longer than a month. I am going to suggest that you do something so simple, that will take no time at all but will have a massive impact on the future of health and care services across Wokingham borough. Why not set yourself the resolution that you will let Healthwatch know about your experience of a care service just once this year? Tell Healthwatch about your experience the last time you went to the doctors, dentist, chemist, pharmacist or walk in centre. Tell Healthwatch about what it was like to visit somebody in a local care home or hospital. Healthwatch thrives on people’s stories of what services are really like. While the official regulators, such as Care Quality Commission, inspect services often they are looking for the policies and procedures and do not always have the time to sit and listen to peoples’ experiences of the services.

Gold dust

JELLY CAT and CUSTARD

These two little lovelies have come to us from a home where there are just too many cats. They are both a little timid and scared at the moment, as they are not used to their new surroundings, but we know they will settle down just ﬁne with time and some TLC. Having lived with other cats before we would have no problem placing Jelly Cat and Custard into a multi-cat household, but they have never lived with children or dogs. They can be re-homed together or separately. The pair will be neutered, vaccinated, chipped and blood tested for FeLV/FIV before they leave DBARC.  Could you offer a forever home to any of these animals? If the answer is ‘yes’ then please get in touch with the centre on 0118 934 1122 to make sure the animals have not already been reserved. The centre is open everyday between 11am and 1pm, and 2pm and 4pm. For more information, visit www. dbarc.org.uk

For years, the commercial sector have seen the customer as always being right. Companies treat every bit of feedback, even complaints, as gold dust, as they can adjust their service to better meet the needs of the customer. The NHS and Local Authorities are now starting to realise the value of listening to their customers in order to streamline service delivery, provide services that people really want and make continuous improvements in order to deliver successful services. So while you might not want to officially volunteer this year, by sharing your story with Healthwatch you will be exercising your civil duty for greater good by being part of something bigger than yourself. Without people who are willing to speak up and share their experiences of care services (good or bad) Healthwatch is not able to report back to both Commissioners and providers of services about what is working well and what needs attention. Our quarterly intelligence reports can be found on our website – these contain highlight stories and provider’s responses to your comments. We have lots of examples of organisations tweaking how they delivery care in order to provide a better service for users. So what are you waiting for?

How to contact us : Facebook @healthwatchwokingham Twitter @HWWokingham Phone 0118 418 1 418 Website www.healthwatchwokingham.co.uk E-Mail enquiries@healthwatchwokingham.co.uk Walk in via Citizens Advice at 2 Waterford House, Erfstadt Court, Denmark St, Wokingham RG40 2YF. Nicola Strudley is manager for Healthwatch Wokingham Borough. Opinions are her own

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The Aldworth Philharmonic Orchestra will be back in action later this month with a world première of a specially commissioned piece

Aldworth plans world first THE Aldworth Philharmonic Orchestra is preparing for its first concert of the new year. Taking place on Saturday, January 21, the group – which rehearses at Reading Blue Coat School in Sonning – will be performing four pieces including a world premiere. The orchestra, comprising amateur musicians who rehearse intensively on the weekend before the concert, has been working hard preparing its take on Max Charles Davies' new work, Tiny Symphony. The work, specially commissioned by the orchestra, is described by Max as: “a little musical portrait of my two-year-old son, Sebastian. “But, it does also contain all the elements of a late-classical-period symphony in miniature: a sonata form first movement, a scherzo and trio, a slow movement, and a sonata-rondo finale. “So it is quite literally a Tiny Symphony, about a tiny person, and because of its bite-sized proportions, gives a little flavour of what (at least this composer’s) contemporary classical music is

Go over the rainbow

TRINITY Concert Band will be back in action at the end of the month with a special charity concert. The group will be performing on Saturday, January 28 at 7.30pm at Trinity Church in Lower Earley. Included in the programme will be music performed by the band during the past 12 months including An American In Paris, Anthem From Chess, Phantom Of The Opera and the Star Wars Suite.

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all about, without being too long or intimidating.” It is not the first time that the group has worked with Max. Seven years ago, they performed his piece The Mysterious Kiss, a concerto for the APO and the winner of its Young Composers Award. Also being performed is Nielsen’s Concerto for flute and orchestra (soloist – Nicola Loten); Max Charles Davies’ The Way of Things and Tchaikovsky – Symphony No.1, ‘Winter Daydreams The group will, as usual, be conducted by Andrew Taylor and the guest flautist will be Nicola Loten. It takes place from 7.30pm at Reading's Concert Hall in Blagrave Street. Tickets cost £12, £10 for concessions or £5 for children. If you have never been to a classical music concert before, APO runs a Concert Virgins scheme, offering free entry. n For more details, log on to the APO’s website, www.aldworthphilharmonic.org.uk

THE FIRST Poets’ Cafe of 2017 takes place in Reading tomorrow night. Hosted by Susan Utting, the evening will include a guest recital by Holly Hopkins. The cafe, Reading’s longestrunning poetry platform, is now organised by The Poetry Society’s Reading Stanza. The night includes an open mic section, where anyone who wishes to read their work in a friendly atmosphere can do so, as well as the guest reading by Holly. Tickets cost £5 or £4 for readers and it takes place at Reading’s South Street arts centre. For details or to book call

Guest singer Tania Pratt will perform and the evening will raise funds for Rosie’s Rainbow Fund. This is local charity provides music therapy and other services to children in the John Radcliffe Hospital, the Royal Berks and Stoke Mandeville as well as support in schools and respite centres. Tickets cost £10 in advance or £12 on the door, accompanied under 16s are free. To book call 0845 2263047.

0118 960 6060 or log on to www. readingarts.com

A MASTER Elvis impersonator is coming to The Hexagon on Saturday night, ready to celebrate the best of the king. Mario Kombou, who is celebrating 10 years on the road this year, is planning an outstanding musical production which brings to the stage the incredible and compelling story of Elvis Presley. Including a top line-up of actor-musicians, multiple costume changes and nostalgic film footage, this glittering two-hour production charts the musical and emotional highs and lows of Elvis’ amazing journey from poor truck-driving teenager from Tupelo, Mississippi through the army, Hollywood and

finally the legendary Las Vegas concerts. And Mario (from West End production Jailhouse Rock), is officially endorsed by Elvis Presley Enterprises and Elvis’ first cousin Donna Presley. Taking in all the biggest hits including Always On My Mind, (recently voted the UKs all-time favourite Elvis song), That’s Alright Mama, All Shook Up, Blue Suede Shoes, Suspicious Minds, American Trilogy as well as Hollywood favourites Bossa Nova Baby and Viva Las Vegas, you will leave the building on cloud 9!! Tickets cost £24.50, and concessions and groups can enjoy a £2 discount. For details or to book call 0118 960 6060 or log on to www. readingarts.com

The cast of the Shinfield Players pantomime, Humpty Dumpty

Eggscellent fun in An original panto is coming to Shinfield this weekend, offering family-friendly fun and plenty of laughs. GEMMA DAVIDSON is a good egg for finding out more

PANTOMIME based on a nursery rhyme is coming to Shinfield this week. Humpty Dumpty, written by the Shinfield Players’ very own Barrie Theobald, tells the story of a brave young egg who is kidnapped, or egg-napped rather, as a baby by an evil sorcerer. The villain believes the egg will grow up to be a

TRUTH is sometimes stranger than fiction – and for Monty Python fans, an incident in 1970s America will seem bizarre. In December 1975, Monty Python’s Flying Circus was broadcast in the US … but someone cut out all the naughty bits. . The comedy troupe, including John Cleese, Eric Idle and Michael Palin, were not terribly happy at this and some of the team flew to New York to challenge the TV network involved. A court case ensued ... how did it end? Well, you can find out next week, thanks to the Progress Theatre in Reading. The group is presenting its latest show, No Naughty Bits, from Monday next week. It investigates the nature

prince, but he doesn’t realise that he’s nabbed the wrong baby. Meanwhile, The Duke is keen to get his daughter, the beautiful Princess Aurora, married off so he sets off on a voyage around the country trying to find a suitor. But of course, this is Pantoland, so nothing is ever as easy as it first seems! Director Dilys Corlett explains: “Barrie Theobald wrote this play for us and it really is one of our favourites. We have a varied cast, ranging from child actors from our youth division right up to the more experienced players. “Everyone has had a lot of fun putting the show together, but of course it is never plain-sailing. “We have had to endure countless illnesses, a

of comedy, censorship and the complex misunderstandings in Anglo-American relationships. And it’s funny. Mostly. The show runs until Saturday with perofrmances at 7.45pm nightly and a matinee on Saturday at 2.30pm. Tickets cost £12 or £10 for concessions. There is a £1.50 booking fee for phone bookings. For more details, call 0333 666 3366 or visit progresstheatre.co.uk

MICHAEL HARRISON has it all – good looks, charm, a successful career and to top it all he is about to marry the most beautiful girl in the world. When Michael’s friends decide to pull the ultimate wedding prank, the groom-to-be finds himself

buried alive in remote woodlands with absolutely no way of getting out. But the joke backfires. The friends are involved in a car crash. Who is going to release Michael? No-one knows he is there! Detective Superintendent Roy Grace investigates Michael’s disappearance. The mystery deepens as the Detective unravels a tangled web of deceit. Grace begins to fear that Michael’s chances of survival are slim. And getting slimmer and slimmer with each passing moment… This is the premise for The Mill at Sonning’s new play, Dead Simple, which opens next Thursday evening and runs until March 11. Entry to the play includes a meal beforehand.

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Bands do battle at Couch’s first heats Last week saw the first heats of our Battle of the Bands contest –the final is on Saturday. Here TARA looks back at the action Heat 1

pantoland few broken bones and a number of bank holidays which have hindered our rehearsals, but somehow we’ve managed to bring it together. “We have had to be a bit creative when it comes to casting, of course we didn’t have access to The Duke’s 10,000 men, so we have fashioned a substitute out of wood, which I think looks very good indeed!” Humpty Dumpty opens at The Shinfield Players Theatre tomorrow at 7.30pm, Saturday at 2pm and 6pm, and Sunday at 2pm, and again next weekend at the same times. Tickets are £12, £11 for concessions, £6 for children up to 16, and £2 for a Youth Group member. n To book visit www.shinfieldplayers.org.uk or call 0118 975 8880. For more details or to book call The Mill on 0118 969 8000 or log on to www. millatsonning.com

ALL THINGS macabre come to The Hexagon next Thursday, thanks to the return of the Circus of Horrors. This year’s show is called Never Ending Nightmare and celebrates the group’s 21st anniversary. The spectacular show features an amazing amalgamation of bizarre, brave and beautiful acts all woven into an Alice in Horrorland type story driven by a mainly original soundscape and performed

with a forked tongue firmly in each cheek. The Circus of Horrors started its gruesome beginnings at the 1995 Glastonbury Festival and became an instant hit, touring all over the world from Chile to Chatham, Argentina to Aberdeen, Japan to Jersey. Now, it’s back in Reading. The show takes place next Thursday evening at the Reading arts centre. Tickets cost £18, £22 or £27, with £3 discount for concessions and discounts for group bookings. For details or to book call 0118 960 6060 or log on to www.readingarts.com

Band Week kicked off at TheAcousticCouch on the Thursday, January 5. The first of three heats held over three nights. The opening night brought us Vicki Sayers, a young lady with a lovely smile, great guitar skills and a quite astonishing song writing ability in one so young. Her set was lively, energetic and her enthusiasm shone through. I look forward to seeing Vicki as she develops her talent and wish her well. C’nerji are an interesting duo with bass and guitar, this time with an added keyboard for a couple of songs. Difficult to pigeonhole, but I’d hazard a guess at ska and funk influences. The crowd had

Heat 2 FRIDAY night saw a steady stream of people coming and the show kicked off with The Paperweights, a young band, with some interesting influences from the Small Faces to early Pink Floyd, if some of their breaks are to be believed. I was left with a pleasant nostalgia for The Cure and The Buzzcocks, part of the soundtrack of my youth. Looking forward to more from these young men. Abi Powell was next up on the stage, this young lady has recently begun to grace the Bracknell scene with selfpenned songs and guitar playing. Often when I see Abi perform she’s not 100%, I’ve seen her struggle through with a cold that was stealing her voice and on Friday she had a bad leg after a fall, but nothing is going to stop her. The third band on represented a change in style and tempo. The Apache Kites are a three-piece of massive experience

reached its peak by about this time and the venue had a lovely welcoming vibe. The next act up was Zach Johnson, another young talent. The first half of his set was solo, guitar and vocals and mainly original material. The second half featured a full band, and the energy really lifted in the room. Another great set of songs, nice crowd work and good humour. The final band of the evening was The Gun Hill Riffs, a four-piece with two guitars. Good old fashioned ‘Indie’ Rock. Another set of wellcrafted tunes, and a really interesting style by the lead guitarist. The Gun Hill Riffs were the judge’s choice to go forward to Saturday’s final. and skill and have seemingly been around forever. The set was mainly made up of 60s and 70s covers, and was a great counterpoint to the same influences that showed in the Paperweights set. I really enjoy the Apache Kites, a band that insist on keeping it raw and simple like it should be. Now we reach the part of the night I was most surprised by. The guitarist from The Gun Hill Riffs returned, but this time as part of The Final Clause of Tacitus, and the evening took on a bit of a change. There had been plenty of energy in the room all night, but now it went up a notch. It’s Rock, but with rap style vocals, sort of like the Beastie Boys, but, you know, not! These guys are good and are well deserved finalists. They have a powerful energy, great musicianship, and the vocalist knows how to work the room. They also have some really good songs.

Vicki’s got something special Vicki Sayers is a musical talent, writes JODY Mc I reckon I might have seen something rather special tonight. Vicki Sayers soft side pulled you in with quite a striking and beautiful smile before blowing you away with a completely fresh and original set of self-penned

Heat 3 Saturday night is Band Week Heat 3, what could the contest have in store for us, any little gems or surprises? You bet. My expectations for Heat 3 were quite high and I wasn’t disappointed. Don’t Look Now opened the evening with some smooth jazz vibes, somewhere between The Housemartins and Madness, laying a lovely groove that these guys have found. I may be a little biased by the fact that I heard Ian (the sax player) warming up in the car park on my way to the venue; it was like being summoned by the Pied Piper. A really nice set to open the evening, another band I would love to see and hear again. How can you be grumpy when there’s someone playing a Ukulele? Well, we all know you can’t, but that’s not the only thing in the

cracking songs that you can relate to. I won’t make a deal about her only being 16, just because, well the performance that was served up at heat one of rock week was down to some hard work. Instead I’d like to mention probably my favourite song of the night by Vicki: Human Nature. What a blinding song – punchy, relevant and even for

Rocket Kings favour, they’ve got some good tunes and some nice voices. An eclectic bunch, to say the least, but good fun and actually quite serious musicians, never underestimate a ukulele player. Reading based band Favourite Fear’ were up next. Powerful five piece ‘Indie’ rockers, with just a hint of darkness, a nice antidote to all the light shed by those ukuleles. Another really tight and impressive band, and yet another female band member, it is really to good to so many female musicians in so many different styles of music. Another one to look out for I think. To close out Saturday night we had Origami Hearts. Personal prejudice came into play as soon as they took the stage and started, ‘Oh no! It’s one

me, at nearly 40, it certainly did provoke thoughts with those deep heart churning lyrics during the evenings rendition. The music industry is a hard one to crack, but given the break I’m telling you she glows on stage and has the diversity to ride a career out like a modern day Carole king. What a potent young lyricist and artist.

of those horrible, shouty metal bands’. I was so wrong, and very glad to be so. Yes, the music is very heavy, quite Metallic if you like, but when the young man fronting the band opened his mouth to sing.. Wow! What a voice, a really great, quite high, but clear and pleasant sound. The song the band played had been written with that in mind and the whole thing was truly magnificent. So Worthy winners on the night. The Acoustic Couch has successfully put on three music nights in a row, each with four bands performing, no mean feat for a small venue manned by volunteers. Great crowds each night and I have met some lovely new people. Saturday’s final … well, I really think you should try and get along if you can.

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Saturday, January 14 BAGSHOT – The White Hart, Guildford Road GU19 5JW. Thunderhead. Details: 01276 473640. BRACKNELL – The Acoustic Couch, Market Place. Rock Week Grand Final. Details: www.facebook. com/theacousticcouch BRACKNELL – The Keller, Coppid Beech Hotel, John Nike Way RG12 8TF. The Beat Goes On. Details: 01344 303333. BRACKNELL – The Silver Birch, Liscombe, Birch Hill Road RG12 7DE. The Bite. Details: 01344 457318. BRACKNELL – South Hill Park, Ringmead. Aretree Live: Folk and Roots. Details: 01344 484123. READING – Grosvenor Casino Reading, Rose Kiln Lane RG2 0SN. Katie DIx. Details: 0118 402 7800. READING – The Jolly Anglers, Kennetside RG1 3EA. Gli Avanzi Jazz sextet. Details: 0118 376 7823. READING – Global Cafe, RISC, London Street RG1 4PS. DJ Dom. Details: 0118 958 6692. READING – The Palmer Tavern, Wokingham Road RG6 1JL. Love That Jazz. Details: 0118 935 1504. READING – Oakford Social Club, Blagrave Street RG1 1PZ. Frau. Details: 0118 959 4267. READING – O’Neill’s, Friar Street RG1 1DB. Live music. Details: 0118 960 6580. READING – The Hexagon. Mario Kombou: The Elvis

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Sunday, January 15 BRACKNELL – South Hill Park, Ringmead. Wilde Sundays. Creative Control Band Night. Details: 01344 484123. FLEET – The Emporium, Fleet Road GU51 3QW. Blonde Ambition. Details: 01252 816797. READING – Community Hall at Watlington House, 44 Watlington Street RG1 4RJ. Readifolk: Singers Night. Details: 0118 958 6692. READING – Global Cafe, RISC, London Street RG1 4PS. Dreading Poetry Slam. Details: 0118 958 6692. READING – Oakford Social Club, Blagrave Street RG1 1PZ. Reading Swing Jam. Details: 0118 959 4267. SHINFIELD – The Bell &

Bottle, School Green. Open mic and jam night. Details: 0118 988 3563. WEST END – West End Social Club, High Street GU26 9PL. Rick Storm. Details: 01276 858501. Tuesday, January 17 BRACKNELL – The Acoustic Couch, Market Place. Tony Carling and The Usual Suspects. Details: www.facebook.com/ theacousticcouch READING – Global Cafe, RISC, London Street RG1 4PS. Fleur Stevenson Jazz Singers Night. Details: 0118 958 6692. READING – The Purple Turtle, Gun Street RG1 2JR. Dark Mills Cult Cinema: Juno. Details: 0118 959 7196. STOKE ROW – Crooked Billet RG9 5PU. The Gary Fletcher band with Alan Glen Details: 01491 681048.

Wednesday, January 18 BRACKNELL – South Hill Park, Ringmead. Tom Barford: Bracknell Jazz. Details: 01344 484123. READING – Global Cafe, RISC, London Street RG1 4PS.Bohemian Night. Details: 0118 958 6692. WOKINGHAM – Hope and Anchor, Station Road RG40 2AD. Wokingham Folk and Acoustic Blues Club. Details: facebook. com/WokFAB

Thursday, January 19 BRACKNELL – South Hill Park, Ringmead. GSMC Music Awards. Details: 01344 484123. HENLEY – Magoos, Hart Street RG9 2AU. Stars in the Their Minds Karaoke. Details: 01491 574595. READING – Global Cafe, RISC, London Street RG1 4PS. Silver Heels. Details: 0118 958 6692. READING – The Purple Turtle, Gun Street RG1 2JR. The Mark II Soul Band. Don’t Sweat The Technique. Details: 0118 959 7196.

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What’son Thurs, Jan 12 ARBORFIELD – Village Hall. Arbofield Gardeners Association meeting: the latest gardening products. 7.30pm. EARLEY – Palmer Building, University of Reading Whiteknights Campus RG6 2AH. Reading Film Theatre presents: After Love (L’economie du couple) (12a) . 8pm. Details: 0118 378 7151 or readingfilmtheatre. co.uk. LOWER EARLEY – Library, Chalfont Close, Chalfont Way RG6 5HZ. Little Explorers Storytime 11.15am-11.45am. Details: 0118 931 2150. SHINFIELD – Parish Hall, School Green. Shinfield Allotment Holders and Gardeners Association group AGM 7.30pm. £1. TWYFORD – Loddon Hall, RG10 9JA. Twyford & Ruscombe Theatre Group panto: The Dragon’s Egg. 7.45pm. Tickets £7-£10. Details: 0118 328 2825. WOKINGHAM – The Cornerstone, Norreys Avenue RG40 1UE. Wokingham and East Berkshire Camera Club: 10 Minutes of Fame. 7.30pm. Details: www. webcc.org.uk. WOKINGHAM – Whitty

Theatre, Luckley House School, Luckley Road RG40 3EU. Wokingham Film Societys: Dheepan (15). £6.50. 7.30pm. Details: wokinghamfilmsociety. com WOKINGHAM – Main Hall, Emmbrook School, Emmbrook Road RG41 1JP. Wokingham Choral Society open evening. 7.30pm. Free. Music provided. Details: 07810 574765 or www. wokingham-choralsociety.org.uk WOODLEY – Chapel Hall, Loddon Bridge Road. Woodley WI meeting: The Siege of Troy and its aftermath. 7.45pm.

Friday, Jan 13 SHINFIELD – Shinfield Players Theatre, Whitley Wood Lane RG2 9DF. Shinfield Players present Humpty Dumpty, a pantomime. 7.30pm. Details: 0118 975 8880. TWYFORD – Loddon Hall, RG10 9JA. Twyford & Ruscombe Theatre Group panto: The Dragon’s Egg. 7.45pm. Tickets £7-£10. Details: 0118 328 2825. WOKINGHAM – St Paul’s Church Parish Rooms, Reading Road. Coffee and Chat: listening ears, hot drinks, a chance to

Saturday, Jan 14 BRACKNELL – The Acoustic Couch, RG12 1JG. Rock Week grand finale. £5. 8pm. Details: 07985 359654. ETON – Eton College, High Stret SL4 6DW. Windsor & Eton Choral Society Concert 7.30pm. £20 or £22. Details: www.w-ecs. org.uk. SHINFIELD – Shinfield Players Theatre, Whitley Wood Lane RG2 9DF. Shinfield Players present Humpty Dumpty, a pantomime. 2pm, 6pm. Details: 0118 975 8880. SINDLESHAM – Reddam House, Bearwood Road RG41 5BG. Opera at Bearwood New Year concert: Magic and Mayhem. £15, £12 concessions. 2.30pm or 7.30pm. Details: 0118 966 5414 or www. operaatbearwood.org.uk. SONNING – The Great House, Thames Street RG4 6UT. The Great Wedding Show Off. 11am-3pm. Details: 0118 969 2277. TWYFORD – Loddon Hall, RG10 9JA. Twyford &

Ruscombe Theatre Group panto: The Dragon’s Egg. 2pm, 7pm. Tickets £7-£10. Details: 0118 328 2825. WOKINGHAM – Kings Place, 9 Station Road. #PrayerStop. Between 10.30 and noon. Details: www.kingschurch.org.uk/ prayerstop

Sunday, Jan 15 EARLEY – Whiteknights Indoor Bowls Club, Beech Lane RG6 5PT. Whiteknights Indoor Bowls Club open day. 2.30pm-5pm. Just turn up, wear flat shoes. Details: 0118 986 0759. SHINFIELD – Shinfield Players Theatre, Whitley Wood Lane RG2 9DF. Shinfield Players present Humpty Dumpty, a pantomime. 2pm. Details: 0118 975 8880. SINDLESHAM – Reddam House, Bearwood Road RG41 5BG. Opera at Bearwood New Year concert: Magic and Mayhem. £15, £12 concessions. 2.30pm. Details: 0118 966 5414 or www. operaatbearwood.org.uk. SWALLOWFILD – All Saints Church, Church Road RG7 1TH. Medals Concert with Oliver Dunn and Hanna Hipp.

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Monday, Jan 16 BRACKNELL – Bracknell Open Learning Centre, Rectory Lane RG12 7GR. Bracknell Camera Club meeting. Print contes. 7.30pm. Details: www. bracknell-camera-club. co.uk. SWALLOWFIELD – Village Hall, Swallowfield Street RG7 1QX. Swallowfield Art Group meeting. 2pm4pm. Details: www.slhsoc. org.uk WARGRAVE – Library, Woodclyffe Hostel, Church Street RG10 8EP. Little Explorers Storytime Stories and rhymes for parents and children to enjoy together, For children aged 5 and under. Free. 4pm-4.30pm. Details: 0118 940 4656.

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www.wycombeswan.co.uk 01494 512000 Let’s Hang On. Thurs 19. Twist and Shout. Fri 20.

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Mile Ride RG12 7QW. Space toddler days for under fives. £1.55. 10am4pm. Details: 01344 354400. EARLEY – Palmer Building, University of Reading Whiteknights Campus RG6 2AH. Reading Film Theatre presents:Anthropoid (15). 8pm. £5 members, £8 non-members, £7 concessions. Membership £20. Details: 0118 378 7151 or readingfilmtheatre.co.uk. TWYFORD – Library, Polehampton Close RG10 9RP. Little Explorers Storytime Stories and rhymes for parents and children to enjoy together, For children aged 5 and under. Free. 4pm-4.30pm. Details: 0118 934 0800. WOKINGHAM – Library, Denmark Street RG40 2BB. Little Explorers Storytime Stories and rhymes for parents and children to enjoy together, For children aged 5 and under. Free. 4pm-4.30pm. Details: 0118 978 1368. WOKINGHAM – Methodist Church, Rose Street RG40 1XS. Wokingham Art Society meeting: Geoff Hunt demonstrates Marine using oils. £4. 7.30pm. Details: www. wokinghamartsociety. org.uk.

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Friday, January 20 EMMBROOK – Emmbrook Sports & Social Club, The Club House, Lowther Road RG41 1JB. Wokingham Music Club presents Ultimate Elton and the Rocket Band. 7.45pm. Booking essential. Details: www. wokinghammusicclub. co.uk SHINFIELD – Shinfield Players Theatre, Whitley Wood Lane RG2 9DF. Shinfield Players present Humpty Dumpty, a pantomime. 7.30pm. Details: 0118 975 8880. WOKINGHAM – Library, Denmark Street RG40 2BB. Play Reading Group. 10am-12.30pm. Details: 0118 978 1368. WOODLEY – Library, Headley Road RG5 4JA. Baby Massage with Suzie for babies up to 9 months old. £3. Booking essential. 10am-10.30am. Details: 0118 969 0304.

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www.millatsonning.com 0118 969 8000 High Society. Until Sat. Knit and Natter. Tues. Storytime/ Captain Beastlie’s Pirate Party. Wed. The Pasadena Roof Orchestra. Sun. Peter James’ Dead Simple. Thurs 19-Mar 11. An Evening With Brian Blessed. Sun 22.

www.cornexchangenew.com 0845 5218 218 Comedy Club. Fri. Sounds of the Glenn Miler Era. Sat. Annie. Thurs 19-Sat 21. FILMS: Snowden (15). Until Thurs. The Birth of A Nation (15). Until Thurs. No Man’s Land. Thurs. Silence (15). FriThurs 19. Passengers (12a). Fri-Thurs 19.

readingarts.com 0118 960 6060 John Shuttleworth: My Last Will and Tasty Mint. Thurs. Poets’ Café - Holly Hopkins, hosted by Susan Utting. Fri.

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Reading Rockets 105 Manchester Magic 92 READING ROCKETS head coach Manuel Pena Garces feels victory over Manchester Magic, his side’s seventh in a row, will serve as a big boost for the team. After a slow start to the season, Rockets (8-3) have now really hit their form, culminating in another 100 point showing, this time against reigning NBL Division One champions Magic (10-3) at Rivermead with Danny Carter and Chris Hooper both top scoring on 24 points apiece. “I was really pleased with Saturday’s performance against Manchester,” said Pena Garces. “This was a big one for us and keeps our run going and keeps the pressure on at the top of the league. “Although we gave up 92 points and we feel we could have done a better job defensively, to win against the quality of opposition that Manchester is was a really good thing for our team.” Facing a side who won the quadruple last year and sitting second in the table, this was always likely to be a tough challenge for Reading, but they stepped up to the task. An early Juan Valerio treble set the tone before big American Hooper began to put his mark on the contest. Carter then nailed his first of seven successful penalty shots in succession before Valerio notched another treble which led to Magic calling a time-out at 8-18 behind. And after further crucial scores from 17-year-old Fidel Gomez and Carter earned Rockets a 34-19 lead at the end of the first period. An Ali Sbai free throw and Ibu Demba Jassey score early in the second preserved the comfortable advantage but back came Manchester with a string of four trebles to stay in contention. Joel Keeble joined the treble club with Valerio also picking up another three to keep Manchester at bay as Rockets went into half-time 56-43 up. The hosts maintained the double digit lead throughout with a fine Craig Ponder play taking Rockets 7968 ahead going into the final stanza. Manchester’s Stefan Gill was the chief threat, capping his fine evening with a 30-point haul to spark hopes of a memorable comeback, pulling the score to 8589, but Rockets pulled away again. A wonderful Ponder strike swung momentum back the way of the Rockets before a Carter slam dunk brought up the 100 mark and Reading saw out the win. There was not to be similar

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success on Sunday night, however, with an 85-74 defeat to Bristol Flyers of the league above in the BBL Trophy. Rockets led 28-17 at the end of the first period but the visitors eventually wrestled control of the contest and move through to the next round. “We carried that momentum forward from Manchester on Sunday against Bristol and showed some great basketball in the first half,” said Pena Garces. “We proved once again we can be competitive at that level but we were thin on the ground in terms of personnel and didn’t quite have enough in the final quarter. “Nevertheless, I am proud of my team and I think this keeps us in a great position for the next part of the league campaign.” Rockets take on Hemel Storm (49) on Saturday at Rivermead (6pm) looking to extend their fine league run. “Saturday’s game against Hemel will be a difficult one for us because it will be the third time playing them and we will need to find another way to beat a talented opposition that doesn’t reflect their league place in the table,” said Pena Garces. “They have some quality on their roster and have caused us problems in recent seasons but we are at home back at Rivermead and we are on a great run. “So despite some injuries and absences we will fight hard to keep that run going and keep in touch with Northumbria, Derby and Manchester.” Rockets will be without Elvisi Dusha, who despite only joining in November has moved on to Plymouth Raiders, while Keeble is out with a wrist injury.

BRACKNELL BEES’ winless streak stretched to a 10th game following Sunday’s 5-2 loss to Basingstoke Bison at The Hive. The hosts were very much in contention against their near neighbours after goals from Alex Barker and Shaun Thompson cancelled out Dan Scott and Dan Davies’ earlier strikes for the opposition. Conceding three times during a devastating fiveminute spell at the end of the second period, however, was to ultimately settle this contest in favour of the Bison. Derek Roehl, Matt Towalski and Ciaran Long were all on target as the visitors opened up an unassailable lead. Bees not only had to deal with just another loss, either, as a home debut for new recruit Rupert Quiney was ended abruptly by a shoulder injury which required hospital treatment. A difficult weekend for the club was also compounded by Saturday’s 4-0 loss up at Sheffield Steeldogs, which means the gap between the two teams - the latter currently occupy the eighth and final play-off spot - now stands at eight points. Bracknell went into the Basingstoke clash already missing Scott Spearing and Josh Smith due to injury, but added to that list was Harvey Stead, suspended having picked up a match penalty the night before, and captain Matt Foord. And the decimated roster found themselves trailing by two goals inside the first five minutes. The ambush began inside the opening 60 seconds when Scott lit the lamp, with Davies improving the advantage soon after on the power play. Bees would twice find themselves with a penalty advantage on the night, but failed to make the most of either situation. They did, though, reduce the arrears on 12 minutes when Barker finished off good work between Lukas Smital and Josh Tetlow. He would then turn provider, with playercoach Smital again heavily involved, as Thompson completed the comeback early in the second stanza. It was clearly a sweet

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moment for the forward, who had scored against his previous employers. The fixture remained at stalemate for most of the period, but when Roehl popped up to make it 3-2 five minutes before the buzzer, the floodgates were flung wide open. Bracknell just could not recover from the setback, and in trying to hold out until the break were dealt two more when former Bee Towalski and Ciaran Long, on another power play, put Bison firmly in the driving seat. The home side had their work cut out if they were to move away from staring at yet another defeat, but efforts to try and salvage something from the contest were disrupted during what was to become a messy final 20 minutes littered with penalties. The majority of these were handed out for roughing, with the first of the skirmishes arriving when Grant Rounding, another player familiar to these parts,

MOORE READY TO MOVE ON FROM MAN UNITED DEFEAT

and Luka Basic clashed. Davies and Barker then had a coming together before Scott and Bees’ James Galazzi dropped the gloves in centre ice. It would be the pair’s final contribution, too, with referee Stefan Hogarth handing both 2+2+10 penalties for the scrap and misconduct respectively. The away side thought they had added a sixth goal to their tally late on, only to have been beaten by the buzzer on this occasion, meaning the strike was ruled out. Bees also found themselves punished for a slow start up in south Yorkshire 24 hours earlier, where Arnoldas Bosas and Liam Charnock fired the Steeldogs into a ninthminute 2-0 lead. Barely a minute separated the two strikes, which would separate the sides until late in the second session, where Greg Wood added a third for the home side. Bracknell had their moments in front of goal,

including two power plays, but the lack of a cutting edge on the night was to cost the side dear and result in being shut out. A five-on-three opportunity later on in the game was to sum up the side’s evening, with a number of blasts from debutant Quiney, an arrival from Guildford Flames earlier in the week, the closest they would come to getting on the scoreboard. One of these penalties went to Sheffield playercoach Wood. Clearly unhappy at being pulled up for an elbows offence, Wood proceeded to stand in the penalty box doorway, which yielded a further two-minute unsportsmanlike conduct charge. But he did not stop there and was lucky not to the thrown out when hitting his stick against the Plexiglass. His behaviour warranted a further warning from match official Dave Cloutman. The game would see an ejection, but it was to be received by the visiting camp and Harvey Stead; the D-man deemed guilty of a check from behind which left Steeldogs’ Adrian Palak needing treatment. Before being dismissed, Stead found himself in an angry confrontation with Cameron Brownley, who was clearly unhappy with the challenge which left his team-mate sprawled out on the ice. Palak would recover and continue, watching on as Macaulay Heywood wrapped up the scoring and a satisfactory night for his side during the final two minutes. Up next for Bees is a home game against league leaders Telford Tigers on Saturday (6pm). They then hit the road for Humberside on Sunday, where they are guests of the Hull Pirates (5.30pm).

WHEELCHAIR BASKETBALL

Kings break ground with first away win THAMES VALLEY KINGS continue to break new ground by bagging their first ever away victory in the league. Kings, who now sit third in the British Wheelchair Basketball National League Division 3 South and West table, made it three wins from five with a 45-14 success at Hampshire Harriers 2s. Peter Rapley got the visitors

off to a strong start while solid defending from Wayne Burton and Greg Rose saw the score tick over to 14-3. Fine second period shooting from Reece Barker and Joe Humphreys further extended the lead to 26-8 at half-time. And it was a similarly dominant showing after the break to close out the win. “It was great to see the

players’ hard work pay off for our third win of the season,” said Kings founder Jacqueline Scoins-Cass. “It’s our first ever league away win and also a huge testament to Grant Barker on his continued work with the Division Three team.” Kings host Worcester Wolves on Sunday in Newbury.

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HOCKEY

RUGBY

Sonning continue winning streak

Hawks too strong for Rams

Sonning’s Rachel Mealyer and South Berkshire’s Holly Bentley in action Picture: Steve Smyth

SONNING 1s kicked off 2017 exactly how they ended 2016 – with another win in Trysports Premier 1. Still six points clear, Sonning took their record to 11 wins and one draw from their 12 games with a comfortable 5-2 win at Oxford University 2s. Katharine Pike, Mai-Po Wan, Wendy Doolin and Katie Pake all found the net in the five-star display. In the same league, SOUTH BERKSHIRE 1s overcame neighbours SONNING 2s 2-0 at Sonning Lane to stay fourth in the table. SOUTH BERKSHIRE 2s remain winless in Premier 2 after a 3-2 reverse at Amersham and Chalfont 2s. Emma Hewitt (2) and Clare Winter both scored for the hosts,

who move seven points clear of the drop zone. Goals from Jordy Swanborough, Emily While and Sasha Wood helped SONNING 3s to a 5-3 success against Kidlington 1s in Division 2. Ellie Desmond, Danielle Walker and Julia Elbern all scored for the hosts but Sonning claimed the win to keep them third. SOUTH BERKSHIRE 3s are up to seventh in Division 3 after a 2-1 win at Milton Keynes 3s while Helen Davies’ goal came in vain for SONNING 4s as they lost 2-1 against Reading 4s in Division 4. There were also wins for SOUTH BERKSHIRE 4s and SONNING 5s but SONNING VETERANS were defeated. The men’s MBBO season resumes this Saturday.

CRICKET

Winter coaching chance for children EMMBROOK CRICKET CLUB has opened its doors to a cricket academy for the third successive winter. Similar to the Finchampstead academy, Emmbrook and Bearwood captain Phil West and Finchampstead CC skipper Dan Marles coach children ranging from aged 7-14 to develop their cricket skills. The current block of Emmbrook sessions are held at Emmbrook

Senior School with a record attendance of 32 youngsters booked up for the weekly hour-long slots. There is currently around five children per coach allowing for plenty of one-toone time and spaces are open now for February sessions at Forest School, which begin on February 1. For more information, contact Phil on 07585 553127 or email phil.west@ sports-xtra.com.

ATHLETICS

Buckner’s up for Nationals WOKINGHAM athlete Matt Buckner is set to test himself against the best in the country after qualifying for the National Championships. Buckner was victorious in the Under-17 200m sprint event at the South of England Championships, posting a time of 23.1 seconds. Buckner, who runs for Bracknell AC, is next set for action later this month at the London Games before heading to the Nationals in Sheffield at the end of February.

Henley Hawks 17 Redingensians Rams 12 REDINGENSIANS RAMS suffered their fourth defeat in six games with a narrow reverse against Henley Hawks. After a brace of wins before the Christmas brace, Rams appeared to have put their poor run of form behind them. But despite a second half fightback against neighbours Henley, Mike Tewkesbury’s charges fell to defeat and slipped to eighth in the standings. Hawks looked confident from the off and were rewarded with an early try from Liam O’Neill. Rams quickly tried to make amends but London Irish loanee Jacob Atkins was wayward with his long-range penalty. And from the resulting counter-attack things went from bad to worse as O’Neill notched his second try with the contest barely 10 minutes old. Despite good defensive work from Ben Henderson, Tom Vooght and Ollie Taylor, offensive flare was rare for the visitors during the entirety of the first half. A George Jackson penalty extended Henley’s advantage to 17-0 before the break and that would prove to be enough to taste victory. But in a classic game of two halves, the tide completely turned after the restart with Henley unable to add to their score. Stevie Bryant, Conor Corrigan and Andy Amor all showed their intent early on and Jak Rossiter gave Rams hope, profiting from good work by Vooght to score on 58 minutes.

Henley Hawks beat the Rams in a tense game on Saturday Picture: Tim Pitfield

Colin Thompson soon followed suit and with Atkins’ extras, the scoreboard read 17-12. And that’s how it stayed with a late Rossiter break proving fruitless. Rams are at home this Saturday,

welcoming Redruth to Old Bath Road (2pm). RAMS: Atkins, Rossiter, Bryant, Barnes, Corrigan, Chandler, U’Chong, Ball, Henderson, Steadman, Hoy, Taylor, Amor, Vooght, Stapley (c). Reps: Crame, Marris, Thompson, Bryson, Guttridge.

RUGBY

Late comeback for nothing as Salisbury hold on for win Bracknell 19 Salisbury 27 BRACKNELL’S late comeback was in vain as struggling Salisbury held on to ensure the hosts got off to the worst possible start to 2017. After their 67-13 mauling at Bournemouth before the break, Bracknell were hoping home comforts could get them back on track against a side yet to win on their travels this season. But despite the returns of first teamers Tom Williams, James Ingle, Chris Brember, Anthony Fitch and Lewis Franklin, Bracknell got off to a poor start.

Salisbury were ahead with a converted try inside the first five minutes before doubling their lead after 20 minutes following a line out in the Bracknell 22. The visitors were dominating possession and moved 20-0 up after two penalties from full back Tom Lane to give Daniel ap Dafydd’s men a mountain to climb. Bracknell finally got on the scoreboard just before half-time courtesy of a penalty try with Chris Laidler successfully converting. The deficit was reduced to 14-20 soon after the restart as winger Ben Yates grabbed a loose ball and charged through to score under

the posts to give real hope of a comeback. But Salisbury killed the momentum with another converted try and while Yates bagged his second try of the afternoon, a missed conversion and failed penalty attempt meant Bracknell could not force the losing bonus point. Bracknell are at home again this weekend, hosting Brixham at Lily Hill Park (2.15pm). BRACKNELL: Williams, Walters, Mirza, Bailey, Plant, Valentine, Carpo, Ingle, Franklin, Laidler, Yates, Brember (c), Sanderson, Burch, Fitch. Reps: Staples, Lamin, Conway.

n CROWTHORNE return to action this weekend with a trip to Slough in the Berks, Bucks and Oxon Premier.

LONDON IRISH

McNally crosses border to join Exiles from Welsh LONDON IRISH have signed second-row forward Josh McNally from London Welsh. McNally, 26, joins the Exiles after being released from duty as a senior aircraftman with the Royal Air Force. After spending two years at Old Deer Park with financially-troubled Welsh, McNally is in line to make his Irish debut against Connacht Eagles on Saturday. “I really enjoyed my

time at London Welsh,” said McNally. “They gave me the opportunity to cut my teeth in the professional game which I’m hugely grateful for. “I’m really happy to be here. “The facilities are absolutely amazing and I’m looking forward to getting involved. “Speaking to Nick Kennedy filled me with a lot of positivity and he made it

clear that he wanted me here and wants me to progress at London Irish.” Lock McNally was named Supporters Player of the Year for his efforts with Welsh last season and has also been a key part of the RAF rugby first XV over the last six years, winning the InterService Championship for the first time in 24 years. Speaking about the 6ft 7in, 19 stone forward, director of rugby Kennedy

said: “I’ve monitored Josh’s development closely in recent years, even before his move to London Welsh. “He’s impressed me with a skill-set that will significantly improve the team. “His composure, ball carrying and work-rate as well as possessing both Premiership and Championship experience will be invaluable for us as we enter the second half of the season.”

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READING FC

CHAMPIONSHIP PREVIEW

Rooney and Rashford ruin Battle of the hoops Stam’s Old Trafford return Manchester United 4 Reading 0 By TOM CROCKER tcrocker@wokinghampaper.co.uk TWO GOALS in both halves ensured Jaap Stam’s return to Old Trafford was not a happy one as Reading were thrashed by Manchester United in the third round of the FA Cup. Royals got off to the worst possible start, falling 2-0 behind to goals from Wayne Rooney and Anthony Martial. Liam Moore missed a big chance to pull one back but Marcus Rashford’s late brace did not flatter the hosts, who missed a string of chances to extend their advantage throughout. “I hate losing and I hated losing against United,” said manager Stam. “But it’s what the players do with it, whether they learn what to do to improve themselves as players or not. “Good experiences come not just when you’re winning games, but also when you lose games. “Every player, even when you’re a young boy, wants to play at this level. “So players need to learn from playing in these games, learn how to progress and become better players and eventually aim to get to the level the opposition are at.” Stam was handed a blow before kick-off with the news captain Paul McShane would miss the trip to face his former club following wrist surgery, meaning Joey van den Berg dropped into defence with George Evans coming back in. The other big call saw Liam Kelly selected with John Swift having to settle for a place on the bench in the other of two changes from the victory at Bristol City. Cup holders United, meanwhile, made nine changes with Zlatan Ibrahimovic, Paul Pogba and Henrikh Mkhitaryan all waiting in reserve

Jaap Stam hopes his players will learn from Saturday’s heavy loss at Old Trafford

on the bench, but still named 11 full internationals in their line-up. In his pre-match interview Stam said he was curious to see how his side would get on against one of the in-form sides in the country and in truth he will not have liked what he saw for the first 15 minutes. Royals looked shell-shocked from the off as wave after wave of United attack saw Rashford fire wide and Rooney see a shot well saved by Ali Al-Habsi before the latter soon broke the deadlock. Martial showed good feet to breeze past Chris Gunter and pick out Juan Mata, who teed up Rooney to divert the ball into the far corner for his record-equalling goal on seven minutes with his 249th for Man Utd, meaning he is now level with leading scorer Sir Bobby Charlton. And eight minutes later it was 2-0 as Martial was given far too much time and space to glide into the box and curl into the bottom corner. The occasion looked to be getting the better of the visitors, but Stam’s

side showed signs of life as the half wore on. And with 25 minutes on the clock, Reading created their best chance of the afternoon when a deep corner was volleyed goalwards by van den Berg, but Moore failed to connect from close range and divert the ball on target. The home side continued to dominate after the break with Al-Habsi called into action early to parry away a Carrick shot before his fumbled Marouane Fellaini save fell to Rooney, who was also denied by the Omani stopper. Reading managed to stay in the game, although it came as no real surprise to concede two more late on as the determined Rashford finally got on the scoresheet. The first came following a fine Carrick through ball which Rashford dispatched one-on-one before profiting from a horror moment which Al-Habsi will want to forget in a hurry. Under pressure from the England striker, Al-Habsi got his clearance all wrong, kicking the ball with his standing foot and allowing Rashford to smash into an empty net. It could have been worse in the closing minutes as Fellaini was denied from close range, but Reading’s cup journey this year was over before it had barely begun with United racking up their eighth straight victory. READING: Al-Habsi; Gunter (c), L. Moore, van den Berg, Blackett (Obita 45); Evans (Swift 57), Williams, Kelly; McCleary, Beerens, Kermorgant (Samuel 78). Subs not used: S. Moore, Watson, Cooper, Meite. MAN UTD: Romero; Young, Smalling, Rojo (Jones 19), Blind; Carrick (Fosu-Mensah 78), Fellaini; Mata (Schweinsteiger 78), Rooney (c), Martial, Rashford. Subs not used: Pereira, Pogba, Mkhitaryan, Ibrahimovic. Goals: Rooney (7), Martial (15), Rashford x2 (75,79) Yellow card: Young (54) Referee: Andre Marriner Attendance: 74,396

READING v QUEENS PARK RANGERS SKY BET CHAMPIONSHIP MADEJSKI STADIUM THURSDAY 8PM LIAM MOORE says Manchester United’s performance against Reading on Saturday should be used as the blueprint for what Royals are trying to achieve. Jaap Stam’s men were totally outclassed at Old Trafford, going down 4-0 to the FA Cup holders thanks to a Marcus Rashford brace and goals from Wayne Rooney and Anthony Martial. But Moore feels there are things to learn from the experience to take into the rest of the season, starting with Thursday night’s visit of Queens Park Rangers. “If the players or fans didn’t know the standard of what the top, top clubs are, I think United showed that on the day,” said the centre-back. “They’ve got quality players but they play the way that we want to play so we can look at them and try and copy that almost. “They moved the ball fast, they go forward fast with the ball and they’re very solid and I think those three things are what we want to do as a club and we need to take that on board.” He continued: “We went there quite confident and quite optimistic about what we could achieve. “United came out the traps very well - they were brilliant in the first 15 minutes but we were also pretty bad. “Those two things together makes a tough start to the game. “There’s definitely things we could’ve improved on. “We’ve looked at that and we need to try and put that to rest now and

move forward as a team because the league is our priority now and I think we can achieve things.” Reading drew the reverse fixture against QPR 1-1 at Loftus Road in October when Danny Williams cancelled out an early Pawal Wszolek opener. Since then, Rangers have sacked manager Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink and brought in Ian Holloway and the club now sit 17th in the Championship after winning their last two in the league, following a run of six straight defeats. “They gave us a tough game last time,” recalled Moore. “They’re a solid team. They’ve got a new manager and they won a couple of games back-to-back in the league but got knocked out in the cup, the same as us. “But they’ve started to put a bit of form together now and it’s going to be difficult to break them down, but we believe in ourselves.” He added: “We’re the only team playing on Thursday. “It’s a great opportunity to put pressure on the people around us and above us. “If we can do that then it will really help us leading into the weekend knowing we’ve got the points on the board plus the game in hand with the Fulham game coming up.” That Fulham game will now take place on Tuesday January 24 with Reading offering free entry to anybody who was at the original game before it was abandoned due to heavy fog. n READING Under-23s’ journey in the Checkatrade Trophy is over after a 4-2 defeat at Yeovil Town. Battling for a place in the quarterfinals, Royals were given an uphill task when Sandro Wieser was shown a straight red card after only 18 minutes. And despite goals from Andrija Novakovich and Josh Barrett, Reading fell short at Huish Park.

CONTRACT NEWS

New Reading deal for ‘important’ Al-Habsi

“This is the best place for me,” says Earps

ALI AL-HABSI has put an end to speculation over his future by penning a new two-and-a-half year contract with Reading. Number one stopper Al-Habsi, crowned last season’s player of the year, has played a key role this season for Jaap Stam and his current deal was due to expire in the summer. But the Omani international, 35, will now stay in Berkshire until 2019. “I’m very happy and very pleased to be part of this team for another two and a half years,” said Al-Habsi. “Since I signed my last contract I feel at home and I feel this football club can go very far. “This season has been fantastic and I’d like to thank the gaffer for giving me this opportunity.” Stam brought Anssi Jaakkola into the club in the summer while Jonathan Bond is currently on loan at Gillingham. But the Dutchman is pleased to tie down Al-Habsi, citing him as pivotal to the way he likes his sides to set up. “As we all know, Ali is a great goalkeeper,” said Stam. “He is a fine shot stopper with good reactions who even at this stage in his career is still improving his game and becoming better and better as a player.

READING WOMEN player of the season Mary Earps has signed a new contract extension to keep her with the club until June 2018. Goalkeeper Earps, 23, was a key figure for the Royals as they avoided relegation from WSL 1 and her performances between the sticks have seen her called up to recent England senior squads. “I’m delighted to have extended my contract with Reading Women,” said Earps. “The club is ambitious and I like that. “They want to push forward, move higher up the table and build an all-round strong, competitive footballing side. “It’s clear the style of play and type of team the club is striving for and I’m excited to be a part of that.” She added: “I chose to stay at Reading because there is a fantastic opportunity to

Ali Al-Habsi has signed a new contract keeping him with Reading until the summer of 2019

“He is very calm on the ball which is important to us, especially in the way we want to play out from the back at Reading. “And just as important to this group, Ali is a great person with a good mentality. “So we are all very happy that he has signed another deal at the club.”

Mary Earps, left, puts pen to paper as boss Kelly Chambers watches on

develop here. “I really feel this is the best place for me to be at this stage in my career and I’m looking forward to seeing what we can achieve in the coming seasons.” Earps only joined Reading at the beginning of last season from Bristol and quickly forced her way past fans’ favourite Grace Moloney to take the number one shirt. And manager Kelly

Chambers is glad to secure her services for the next 18 months. “I am very pleased to keep Mary at the club,” she said. “Mary is an extremely good goalkeeper who had a huge impact in her first season with us and that was noticed with her player of the year award. “Mary has fantastic ability, drive and passion and her ambition fits perfectly with the direction of the club.”

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HELLENIC DIVISION 1 EAST

Lights go out on United’s Woodley United A AFC Aldermaston A

Ryan Kingsbeer, left, struck both goals during Winnersh Rangers’ 2-2 draw with Westwood United, which keeps them in touching distance of the leading pack in Division 1

LOCAL FOOTBALL

Kingsbeer earns a point to keep Rangers in hunt RYAN KINGSBEER bagged a brace as Winnersh Rangers moved to within three points of top spot in Division One, writes TOM CROCKER. With the leading two sides Eldon Celtic and Maidenhead Magpies not in action, Winnersh had the chance to close the gap and they did so with a 2-2 draw against fellow title chasers Westwood United thanks to Kingsbeer. Up in the Premier Division, HURST remain rooted to the foot of the table after a 2-0 defeat at home to Mortimer with Matthew Fox and Joe Webb finding the net. Zak Spencer’s goal came as mere consolation for BERKS COUNTY as they were thrashed 8-1 by Newbury, with Daniel Langford scoring six, while WOODLEY UNITED RESERVES lost 8-0 against Reading YMCA. Ian Gerrard netted a hat-trick as ASHRIDGE PARK destroyed bottom placed Rotherfield United Reserves 8-0 in Division Three. Elliott Poulter, Mark Shoosmith (2), David Ackroyd and Alex Malinov also found the net. Goals from Jack Kennedy, George Lloyd and Greg Rowley (2) helped BERKS COUNTY ROVERS to a 4-2 success over Brimpton while HURST RESERVES were also successful with a 4-0 win against White Eagles Reserves. First half HARCHESTER HAWKS strikes from Dan Leather, David Panter and Harry Shelton were enough for a 3-2 win over Maidenhead Town Reserves. Hawks remain third, nine points off leaders Berks. In Division Two there were wins for BARKHAM ATHLETIC over Highmoor Under-21s while goals from James Payne and Richard Johnson helped leaders FINCHAMPSTEAD RESERVES to victory over Taplow United Reserves. Down in Division Four, BERKS COUNTY ROVERS saw off WARGRAVE RESERVES with goals from Matt Wade and Ridesh Gurung while Andy Benyon and Mikey Jones earned

TWYFORD AND RUSCOMBE a draw at South Reading. HARCHESTER HAWKS RESERVES and HURST A were both beaten. Sunday round-up WOODLEY UNITED twice threw away a lead as they were beaten 4-3 by AFC Burghfield in Reading Sunday League Division One. With the pair locked on 12 points apiece it was always likely to be a close encounter and so it proved. Kevin Finlay put Woodley ahead in the opening minute after latching onto a defensive error but Burghfield levelled following a scramble in the area. Man-of-the-match Sam Bell restored the Woodley advantage on 21 minutes and despite a late Danny Blatchford penalty, Burghfield ran out winners. In the Bracknell and District League a hat-trick from Andy Lazenbury helped FINCHAMPSTEAD ATHLETIC RESERVES to a 6-2 win at ASHRIDGE PARK. Kwame Appiah and Ian Rose also scored for Finch, who stay second with this win. Reading Sunday League PREMIER DIVISION: Woodley Wanderers 7-1 The County DIVISION ONE: AFC Burghfield 4-3 Woodley United, Athletico Forest 1-2 Polonia Reading, Eldon Celtic 1-1 Le Galaxy, SC United 2-3 FC Woodley DIVISION TWO: Charvil Rangers 2-1 Arborfield DIVISION 3 EAST: 116 Exiles Res 4-0 FC Berksalona, Forest 1-3 Park Villa DIVISION 4 EAST: Delta Vigo 1-0 Twyford Comets, Shinfield Rangers 4-4 Fox and Hounds Bracknell and District Sunday League SENIOR CUP: Morale Madrid 4-3 Crowthorne Inn PREMIER DIVISION: Bracknell Celtic 0-5 Finchampstead Athletic Sunday, Golden Farmer Rangers 4-1 Binfield Club Athletic DIVISION ONE: Ashridge Park 2-6 Finchampstead Athletic Sunday Reserves, Hurricanes 2-7 AFC Crowthorne DIVISION TWO: Bracknell Saint-Germain 2-2 Binfield Royals, WAB 6-1 Berks County DIVISION THREE: AFC Crowthorne Reserves 2-1 Bracknell Titans, Winnersh Rangers 7-4 Bracknell Falcons, Woodley United Reserves 3-0 Bracknell Cavaliers U21

CHARLIE OAKLEY’S brace came in vain as Woodley United’s match with AFC Aldermaston was abandoned on Saturday due to floodlight failure with the hosts leading 2-1. United looked set to close the gap with leaders Penn and Tylers Green to six points as Oakley scored either side of a Dan Alliston strike. But with an hour on the clock, the lights went out at Scours Lane and with only some coming back on, the referee deemed the game unplayable on safety grounds. With Penn in cup action, Woodley know they had an opportunity to start chipping away at the gap to the top and they almost got off to the perfect start. Just 90 seconds were on the clock when Carl Prestidge took advantage of a sloppy pass to release Oakley, but the striker was denied by goalkeeper Dan Smith. At the other end, Karl Hanks fired off target before Woodley did take the lead on eight minutes when Dave Morgan teed up top scorer Oakley to score via the post. However, the lead did not last long as Alliston hooked Aldermaston level from a corner. Skipper Jake Nicholls tried to get Woodley straight back on the front foot but his free kick was saved by Smith. United stopper Alex Reed had to be alert to thwart a close range Pete Waring strike and also Martin King’s

effort from the resulting corner. Hanks had a good chance to put the high-flying visitors ahead on the half hour mark but he again missed the target. Before the half was out, Michael Herbert’s men were back ahead as Prestidge turned provider again,

rounding Smith and his wayward shot fell kindly into the path of Oakley to turn in. Ex-United winger Waring missed the chance to level before the break while Josh Drew came close to making it 3-1 shortly after the restart. However, the game was to come Wokingham go for goal against Swindon

WOKINGHAM District Under-11s boasted seven different goalscorers as they kicked off the year in style. Travelling to face Swindon in a friendly, the in-form Wokingham side wasted little time in taking the lead thanks to goals from Nathaniel Muza and Max Smith. Ben Harris made it 3-0 before the visitors took advantage of Swindon’s

YOUTH FOOTBALL

District U11s thrash Swindon high line to net two goals on the counter-attack. The first came when a quick Zackary Waight throw found Scott

Morgan, who made no mistake before Harvey Goode made it 5-0 with a clever dink. A persistent Brandon Kingsbury sniffed out a sixth goal before Swindon finally found the net themselves with a quick-fire double. But Wokingham had the last laugh with Waight making it 7-2 with a thunderous header.

Mulvaney and five-star Oranges tame neighbouring Wolves WOKINGHAM AND EMMBROOK ORANGES got 2017 off to the perfect start with a comfortable 6-2 win over Wargrave Wolves. The Under-14 side could have had the game sewn up after 25 minutes following a string of fine chances and they took the lead early on when Oliver Vickers picked out James Starkey to break

the deadlock. The second goal finally arrived when Matt Rogers converted from a Kai Evans cross but Wargrave pulled one back against the run of play with a long-range effort. But Evans opened up a 3-1 lead at the break, latching onto a Harry Johnson pass before dribbling through and finishing well.

Christian Mohr’s first ever competitive goal pretty much put the game to bed and when Josef Lamberton made it 5-1, it was damage limitation for Wolves. The visitors got one back on the break but Evans wrapped up the scoring with his second of the afternoon. Sumas remain top of EBFA Division 6 while Nathan Mulvaney (pictured left) was named man-of-the-match.

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hopes of closing the gap

Charlie Oakley celebrates a goal, above, as officials discuss options after the floodlights at Scours Lane failed, below

HELLENIC PREMIER DIVISION

‘Ard half hour leaves Moles beaten Binfield 0 Ardley United 3 THREE goals in the final half an hour condemned Binfield to their joint heaviest home defeat of the season. The Moles were still level after half-time but a Nathaniel Lewars brace and Lean Howards strike saw the hosts lose 3-0, matching the same score Flackwell Heath achieved at Hill Farm Lane in November. Roger Herridge made three changes from the side which won 2-1 at Brackley Town Saints on New Year’s Eve with Alex Walton, Matt Jones and leading scorer Liam Ferdinand all returning as Chris Dean, Luke Hayden and Lewis Leonetti dropped out. In two previous meetings this season, early goals have set Ardley on their way to wins over Binfield but this time it took until 62 minutes to find

the breakthrough. Howards provided the chief threat for Ardley with his pace down the wing a real problem so it came as no real surprise when he broke the deadlock himself with a superb strike into the top corner. And when Lewars struck 15 minutes from time, the writing was on the wall for Binfield. Former Thatcham Town and Flackwell Heath striker Jon Bennett was introduced for his Moles debut as a second half substitute and came close to pulling one back with a volley but some slack late defending allowed Lewars in to make it 3-0. Binfield are back in action on Saturday with a trip to third placed Thame United. BINFIELD: Nyamunga; A. Walton (White 37), Brown (Leonetti 52), Smith, Luis; Broome, Knight (c), M. Walton, Kemp; Ferdinand, Jones (Bennett 50). Subs not used: Davies, Pagliaroli.

COMBINED COUNTIES LEAGUE

Brown leads line for free-scoring Boars Eversley and California 6 South Park Reserves 2

Woodley United defend a set-piece during Saturday’s game with AFC Aldermaston. The contest, though, will have to be replayed following an abandonment Pictures: Steve Smyth

to an abrupt end after the floodlights failed and after a 15 minute delay, it was decided the contest could not continue and the two will have to replay. Woodley are in cup action on Saturday with Great Horwood travelling to take on Herbert’s

charges at Woodlands Avenue in the quarter-finals of the Berks and Bucks Intermediate Cup (2pm kick-off).

WOODLEY: Reed, Greenwood, Turner, Nicholls, I. Kamara, Barley, Prestidge, Morgan, Oakley, Horscroft, Drew. Subs: A. Kamara, Wilson, Thomas, Beckett.

n WOODLEY were not the only

Hellenic Division One East side to see their game called off as Wokingham and Emmbrook’s scheduled clash with Didcot Town Reserves was postponed due to a waterlogged pitch. The Sumas, who stay 12th, now have a week off before taking on Headington Amateurs on January 21.

FREE-SCORING Eversley and California took their goals tally to 16 in just three games as they thumped South Park Reserves 6-2 at Fox Lane. Phil Ruggles’ side are in fine form with four and six goal showings against Bagshot and Frimley Green in December and they continued that into 2017 with a dominant display. Bradley Brown again led the scoring for the Boars while an own goal and

strikes from Sam Hutchings and Ali Kamara contributed to the rout. Eversley, who sit fifth in the Combined Counties Division One table, are in league action again on Saturday, travelling to face Redhill. n KYLO ATKINSON scored twice as Finchampstead thrashed Sandhurst Under-18s 6-1 in a mid-season friendly. With no scheduled first team fixture, Finches handed run-outs to a number of first team stars to try and stay fresh ahead of Saturday’s Hellenic Division One East trip to AFC Aldermaston.

Results and fixtures Saturday, January 7 FOOTBALL FA Cup Manchester United 4-0 Reading Hellenic Premier Division Binfield 0-3 Ardley United Hellenic Division 1 East Woodley United A-A AFC Aldermaston (match abandoned); Wokingham and Emmbrook P-P Didcot Town Reserves Combined Counties Division 1 Eversley and California 6-2 South Park Reserves Thames Valley League, Premier Division Hurst 0-2 Mortimer Newbury 8-1 Berks County; Reading YMCA 8-0 Woodley United Reserves RUGBY National League 2 South Henley Hawks 17-12 Redingensians Rams National League 3 South West Bracknell 19-27 Salisbury ICE HOCKEY EPIHL Sheffield Steeldogs 4-0 Bracknell Bees HOCKEY Trysports Premier 1 (Women’s) Sonning 2s 0-2 South Berkshire; Oxford University 2s 2-5 Sonning

Sunday, January 8

ICE HOCKEY EPIHL Bracknell Bees 2 Basingstoke Bison 5

London Irish are in British and Irish Cup action on Saturday

FIXTURES (3pm unless stated) Thursday, January 12 FOOTBALL Sky Bet Championship Reading v Queens Park Rangers (8pm)

Saturday, January 14

FOOTBALL Hellenic Premier Division Thame United v Binfield Hellenic Division 1 East AFC Aldermaston v Finchampstead Berks and Bucks Intermediate Cup Woodley United v Great Horwood (2pm)

Combined Counties Division 1 Redhill v Eversley and California Thames Valley League, Premier Division Highmoor Ibis Reserves v Hurst; Unity v Berks County (both 2pm) RUGBY British and Irish Cup Connacht Eagles v London Irish (2pm) National League 2 South Redingensians Rams v Redruth (2pm) National League 3 South West Bracknell v Brixham (2.15pm) Berks, Bucks and Oxon Premier Slough v Crowthorne (2.15pm HOCKEY MBBO Regional Division 2 (Men’s) Sonning v British Airways (10.30am) Division 1 South Berkshire v South Berkshire 2s (TBC) Trysports Premier 1 (Women’s) Amersham and Chalfont v South Berkshire (10am); Sonning v Sonnng 2s (3pm) ICE HOCKEY EPIHL Bracknell Bees v Telford Tigers (6pm)

Saturday, January 14

ICE HOCKEY Southern Region Women’s League First Division Woodley United v New Milton Town (2pm) ICE HOCKEY EPIHL Hull Pirates v Bracknell Bees (5.30pm)

Championship Brighton Newcastle Reading Huddersfield Leeds United Sheff Wed Derby County Barnsley Norwich City Fulham Preston Aston Villa Birmingham Brentford Ipswich Town Wolves QPR Bristol City Cardiff City Nottm Forest Burton Albion Blackburn Wigan Athletic Rotherham

P 24 25 24 25 25 25 25 25 25 24 25 25 25 25 25 25 25 25 24 25 25 25 25 25

WD L 16 6 2 17 1 7 14 4 6 14 4 7 14 3 8 12 6 7 11 7 7 11 5 9 11 4 10 9 9 6 10 6 9 8 11 6 9 8 8 9 6 10 8 7 10 7 8 10 8 5 12 8 3 14 7 6 11 7 5 13 6 7 12 6 6 13 4 7 14 3 4 18

Hellenic Premier

F A 40 15 48 20 36 32 30 28 34 24 28 24 24 18 43 37 41 37 41 30 33 32 26 24 30 35 32 31 25 29 32 34 24 36 33 35 27 38 37 45 26 34 29 40 20 31 25 55

Pts 54 52 46 46 45 42 40 38 37 36 36 35 35 33 31 29 29 27 27 26 25 24 19 13

Thames Valley League P W D L F Marlow United 16 13 1 2 63 Newbury 16 12 1 3 53 Reading YMCA 13 11 2 0 51 Woodcote S.R 15 9 3 3 41 Mortimer 17 9 2 6 32 Berks County FC 17 7 2 8 22 Wraysbury 18 7 2 9 26 Cookham Dean 16 6 3 7 34 Woodley Utd Res 18 6 2 10 17 Unity 15 5 2 8 17 Highmoor Res 15 5 3 7 27 Rotherfield Utd 17 1 7 9 20 Taplow United 14 3 2 9 22 Hurst 15 1 0 14 9 * Denotes points adjustment

A Pts 22 40 21 37 8 35 20 30 32 29 32 23 43 23 38 21 42 20 19 17 34 15* 41 12* 31 11 51 3

MBBO Regional 2

P W D L F A Pts Flackwell Heath 25 17 3 5 71 27 54 Bracknell Town 22 17 2 3 80 24 53 Thame United 22 16 4 2 80 31 52 Thatcham Town 24 15 3 6 70 38 48 Highworth Town 25 14 4 7 66 46 46 Ardley United 24 13 4 7 56 39 43 Tuffley Rovers 24 12 4 8 47 37 40 Binfield 26 12 3 11 45 39 39 Wootton Bassett 24 12 2 10 49 42 35* Brimscombe 20 10 3 7 41 32 33 Lydney Town 22 10 3 9 44 45 33 Longlevens AFC 24 8 3 13 47 52 27 Ascot United 25 7 3 15 42 59 24 Highmoor-Ibis 21 6 4 11 36 55 22 Brackley Saints 22 5 2 15 23 70 17 Oxford Nomads 24 3 6 15 30 60 15 Henley Town 24 3 3 18 32 82 12 Burnham 24 3 0 21 25 106 9 *Denotes points adjustment

Hellenic Division 1 East Penn & Tylers Green Woodley United Chalfont Wasps Headington Ama AFC Aldermaston Rayners Lane Finchampstead Bicester Town Sandhurst Town Chinnor Didcot Town Res’ Wokingham Holyport Wantage Town Res’

P WD 16 12 3 13 10 0 18 8 5 13 9 0 17 9 0 17 8 2 17 8 0 14 7 2 14 6 3 14 5 3 14 5 2 17 4 4 15 5 0 17 0 0

L 1 3 5 4 8 7 9 5 5 6 7 9 10 17

F A 56 13 25 11 31 27 40 20 39 31 30 32 29 28 26 21 25 24 18 28 32 30 29 37 35 35 15 93

Pts 39 30 29 27 27 26 24 23 21 18 17 16 15 0

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Slough Banbury 2 Amersham Sonning British Air Marlow 2 Ox Hawks 3 Oxford 2 Tring Eastcote 2 W. Hamp 2 Staines 2

11 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 11

P WD L 11 0 0 50 8 1 2 50 7 3 1 39 7 1 3 38 6 2 3 27 6 0 5 31 5 1 5 34 3 2 6 24 3 0 8 18 1 3 7 14 1 2 8 22 0 1 10 12

F A 9 41 26 24 22 17 17 21 20 7 30 1 38 -4 43 -19 33 -15 33 -19 43 -21 45 -33

Pts 33 25 24 22 20 18 16 11 9 6 5 1

IPA Championship

P W D London Irish 13 13 0 Yorkshire 13 12 0 Doncaster 13 7 0 Eailing 13 7 1 Cornish Pirates 13 6 1 London Scottish 13 6 0 Nottingham 13 5 1 Jersey 13 4 0 Bedford 13 4 0 Rotherham 13 4 1 London Welsh 13 6 0 Richmond 13 2 0 *Denotes points deduction

L F A BP PTS 0 461 199 11 63 1 377 289 7 55 6 309 264 8 36 5 294 272 5 35 6 353 313 8 34 7 285 346 7 31 7 267 324 7 29 9 305 337 12 28 9 302 329 10 26 8 260 356 4 22 7 294 251 9 13* 11 188 415 3 11

EPIHL P Telford 35 Milton Keynes 34 Peterborough 35 Basingstoke 35 Hull 34 Guildford 36 Swindon 34 Sheffield 36 Bracknell 35 Manchester 32

W 22 20 20 21 20 16 12 9 6 4

OW OL 6 3 5 2 2 1 0 2 1 1 1 5 5 2 1 3 0 3 2 1

L 4 7 12 12 12 14 15 23 26 25

F 155 132 134 121 149 139 110 117 80 81

A Pts 92 59 87 52 95 45 83 44 123 43 121 39 116 36 159 23 169 15 173 13

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Sumas still have a lot to play for MARK ASHWELL insists there is still a lot for Wokingham and Emmbrook to play for in the remainder of the season. Sumas sit third bottom of Hellenic Division One East with just four wins so far as their hopes of an immediate return to the Hellenic Premier fade further by the week. Their cause was not aided by Saturday’s waterlogged postponement against Didcot Town Reserves which means Clive McNelly’s charges still have to go back to November 26 for their last victory. And club president Ashwell admits he had hoped for some more joy on the field this season.

“I suppose it is a bit disappointing,” he told The Wokingham Paper. “We’re consolidating. “We’ve had some really good performances and we’ve got some young lads who have come through the ranks. “They will be making up quite an achieving side. “It is a little bit disappointing but it’s quite a competitive division really. “It’s probably the lowest we’ve been really which is frustrating given the fact it’s probably the highest we’ve been off the field. “Usually it’s the other way around, having to go groundsharing because our facilities haven’t caught up with our achievements, but now our facilities are going to be there and our achievements

have gone the other way. “Once we get them both together it will be great.” One big positive for Sumas this campaign has been the return to the borough with home football now being played at Lowther Road again. And Ashwell hopes to have a new 50-seater and 50 standing stand in place as well as new floodlights by Easter 2018. But the president admits the current boss, McNelly, who stepped up from the reserves to replace Dan Bateman and Matt Eggleston as first team manager in the summer, may not be in the hotseat for a number of years. “Clive has been around here for a long time,” said Ashwell. “A lot of the players he’s got in the squad now he coached at Under-11s and he’s known all of them for years. “I think he’d be the first to

admit that he’s not looking to be Wokingham and Emmbrook’s manager for loads of time. “He’s just looking to set the base really now for a good achievement in the future.” And Ashwell is confident good times are just around the corner. “We’re looking to be promoted next year for when the floodlights are in,” he said. “We won’t this season, we always knew it would be a bit of a consolidation season. “But we’ll finish in the top half you watch us go on a run from now onwards.” He added: “We’ve got nice local derbies against Woodley and Finchampstead and we’re still in the Reading Senior Cup so there’s plenty left in this season. “We won’t lose many from now on.” n For more football news, turn to page 38.

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Rio called up for Team GB By LEWIS RUDD lrudd@wokinghampaper.co.uk RIO GRINELL-PARKE says being called up to the Great Britain squad for a World Championship tournament later this year is a massive achievement. The Bracknell Bees shooter, 17, is among 13 forwards named by coach Martin Grubb for the International Ice Hockey Federation (IIHF) competition, which runs between April 1 and 8. Grinell-Parke, who returned to The Hive last summer from London Raiders of the National Ice Hockey League (NIHL), has made the 23-man squad having impressed at a recent training camp up in Scotland. He was told of his inclusion by email last Friday, meaning he is set to make his competitive debut for his country. “It is a pretty exciting experience for me,” he told The Wokingham Paper. “I have played for England in the past, but that was a long time ago so getting a place in the GB squad is a massive achievement for me. “This is a big stepping stone for me. It is my first full season proper in the EPIHL as well. There are a lot of forwards going, so it is going to be quite a challenge, but I’m chuffed.” The teenager, a sixth-form student studying PE, biology and psychology, revealed how the call-up lifted his spirits as he was unwell at the time. Playing in Gangneung, a venue for next year’s Winter Olympics, GB will join Croatia, Estonia, Lithuania, Romania and the hosts for this Division 2A battle. And Grinell-Parke spoke confidently about the country’s chances, adding: “Offensively we are very strong and will get goals and defensively we should be OK. “We have got a really strong squad and if we

Rio Grinell-Parke Picture: Kevin Slyfield

put our minds to it then we have the potential to come back with a medal.” A former Stinger and Drone, the forward, who has also iced with the Romford Hornets and Guildford Firestars, returned to Bracknell with a career which is bubbling away just nicely. Although currently part of a Bees side struggling for wins and points at present, GrinellParke believes he is in good hands under the tutorship of player-coach Lukas Smital and those senior players within the ranks.

“I feel as though I have done everything right and taken the right steps, starting as a junior in the B Leagues, moving to the A Leagues and then the NIHL,” the Camden-based player explained. “My career is going in the right direction and there is nothing wrong in having to start from the bottom and working hard. I think I am heading in a good direction, but need to keep playing hard and remain level headed. “[Lukas] is always pushing me and telling me to keep challenging myself and work to my strengths, which is my strength and speed, and you feel you can always ask him a question - or to anyone else in the team. “Being the youngest in the team there is a lot of experienced players you can learn from, and they will always tell me what to do, and sometimes what to keep up doing.” Grinell-Parke and Bees will be looking to arrest a run of 10 straight defeats this weekend, but can expect a stern examination given they host leaders Telford Tigers on Saturday (6pm) before travelling to fourth-placed Hull Pirates the following day (5.30pm). And they are likely to be without new signing and defenceman Rupert Quinley, who suffered a shoulder injury during Sunday’s 5-2 loss against Basingstoke Bison. “We are going through a rough patch and this is a hard part of the season,” added the youngster. “We cannot fault anyone for effort and everyone is doing as much as they can and we are playing hard, being competitive and sticking to our work ethic. We are keeping positive and there is no pointing of fingers. “Smits [Smital] has told us there is 20 games left and if we do the best we can do and keep working hard we can do it and we can get results.” Bees are currently ninth in the standings, eight points off a play-off spot. n MORE Ice Hockey news can be found on page 35.

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Royals plot signing of ‘big potential’ By TOM CROCKER tcrocker@wokinghampaper.co.uk

ANDRIES ULDERINK says Reading are signing a player of “big potential” with the imminent arrival of Tiago Ilori from Liverpool. Some reports have suggested the 23-year-old has completed his move to the Royals but as of Wednesday afternoon there are still some final details to conclude before the defender is an official Reading player. But assistant boss Ulderink confirmed it should just be a matter of time before Ilori will be linking up with the squad, although he will not be in place soon enough to face Queens Park Rangers tonight. “The last thing I heard from Brian (Tevreden) is that the paperwork is in quite a far stage,” he said. “It is almost a done deal. “He is waiting for the last couple of things from the Liverpool side but I don’t know the exact details, just that it is almost done.”

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He continued: “We’ve seen a lot of clips from his games on the laptop. “He’s quite a fast defender, he’s good on the ball and has big potential, but also some things to learn. “I think his big quality is he’s quite fast for a centre-back and he’s very good on the ball. “Hopefully in the style that we play, he can add that to our game with his qualities on the ball.” Reading are looking to bounce straight back from the 4-0 FA Cup defeat at Manchester United with victory over Queens Park Rangers on tonight (Thursday) at Madejski Stadium (8pm). And while Royals have no new injury concerns, captain Paul McShane remains unavailable following wrist surgery while Callum Harriott (hamstring), Stephen Quinn (ankle) and Deniss Rakels (ankle) are all still at least four weeks away. However, Ulderink is confident Reading can again bounce back from a big away defeat, as they have done already this season, although he expects a tough test from QPR as Royals seek their sixth straight Madejski Stadium win. “Our home record is not bad,” said the assistant. “The worst thing we can do, because we’re a hard-working team, is to think OK, we’ve got a game against a team 17th in the league, another home game so we’re going to get three points. “Then we will hurt ourselves. “I don’t think we can think we will have an easy game in this league. “We need to focus again, but we are confident.” n For more Reading FC news, turn to page 37.

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