Chichester Herald Issue 124 31st January 2014 by Chichester Herald

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WEST Sussex County Council’s Cabinet this week voted to recommend a freeze on council tax for the fourth year in a row. The budget for 2014/15 will now be put to a meeting of the full County Council on Friday, February 14. If approved, it will mean the average Band D council taxpayer will continue to pay £1,161.99 for all services delivered by the County Council. Still to be added to that figure will be the amounts required by individual district or borough

councils, Sussex Police, and town or parish councils. Michael Brown, the Council’s Cabinet Member for Finance, said: “I am delighted that we will be asking the Council to freeze council tax again. “It means that local taxpayers will be paying the same in council tax until the 31st of March 2015 that they were on April 1st, 2010. “We recognise that times are hard for many households, and as a Council we have a duty to help them if we possibly can.” Cabinet Members were told at Tuesday’s meeting that the proposed budget was set against... Local taxpayers could be paying the same in council tax until the 31 of March 2015 that they were on April 1, 2010

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Cabinet recommends council tax freeze for fourth year a background of ‘continuing austerity in the public finances, and means the County Council must continue to plan for much reduced resources.’ Michael said: “At this stage, we have produced a two year savings plan for both the next financial year and 2015/16 totalling £55 million. “However, there is a lot of good news in this budget, not least the significant investment of £15 million in improving our unclassified road network with more to follow in 2015/16. “There is also growth money of £6.25 million for the Adults’ budget, and £1.1 million for the National Concessionary Fares scheme to reflect the growth in numbers of people eligible for free bus travel.” The budget also includes £31.5 million for the Worthing Age of

Transfer project, which will also include a new secondary school. There is also a provisional £54 million for primary and secondary school basic needs projects – allowing schools to expand to help deal with rising pupil numbers. A report to Tuesday’s Cabinet said: “The budget embodies the core principles of living within our means, protecting the vulnerable and bearing down vigorously on administration costs. “It provides for the transition of the County Council to a modern commissioning organisation drawing on all strands of society and the local economy to deliver cost effective services focused on the community’s needs. “While financial pressures are unlikely to ease in the near future, the County Council remains well placed to deal with the challenges to come. “ Council Leader Louise

Goldsmith said: “An enormous amount of work has gone into the budget, we continue to deliver a wide range of services, and in the much needed area of Adults Services’ are increasing funding to meet growing demands. “In the future the County Council will focus on three key areas - Start of Life, the Economy

and Later Life. “We know that West Sussex is a great place to live, work and rest and the Council has an important role to play in helping to maintain that, which is why we are changing to a commissioning model to meet the demands of our residents for today and tomorrow.” Let us know what you think

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Local News Tributes paid to Arundel officer TRIBUTES have been paid to a Sussex Police officer who has died suddenly. PC Mark Brown died on Saturday from natural causes. An inquest will not take place. A force spokesman said: "We can confirm that a serving officer has sadly died after being taken ill suddenly while off duty. "PC Mark Brown, who was a roads policing officer based at Arundel, died at Southampton General Hospital on Saturday. "Our thoughts are with Mark's family." Officers went online to remember PC Brown. Sussex Police Federation said: “Thinking of the friends and family of PC Mark Brown who passed away today. A true gent and a great colleague. Very sad. "Fifty is far too young.” Chief Inspector Pip Taylor said: “My thoughts are with Road Police West and the family and friends of PC Mark Brown who sadly passed away today. Devastated. RIP to a true gent.”

Public respond to Bosham murder inquiry Crimewatch appeal ABOUT 20 people phoned in with information following the Bosham murder inquiry being featured on BBC's Crimewatch on Wednesday 22 January. Valerie Graves was found dead with significant head and facial injuries at a house in Smugglers Lane, Bosham, on Monday 30 December. She and other members of her family had been staying at the property house sitting while the owners were away over the Christmas period. Detective Superintendent Nick May appeared on the television to make an appeal for information and he talked about the weapon, a hammer which police believe was used to kill Miss Graves. This was found by police in Bosham during extensive searches of the area. He said: "We received about 20 calls after the appeal and we're

particularly interested in a couple of the calls, which we will be following up. "We would like to thank the public for their assistance but we still need to hear from anyone who may have information. "We need to know the origins of the hammer and ask if people could check if they have lost such a hammer or had one stolen in the period leading up to the murder. "We would also ask police officers, prison staff, probation officers and professionals who work in mental health, if they have dealt with anyone who has talked about causing someone harm with a hammer, to let us know. "The hammer is about 30cm in length. It has a distinctive red and black handle and is embossed with the words Forge Steel with a picture of an outline of an anvil.

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"This hammer was available to buy in branches of Screwfix UK. "We would also like to hear from anyone who saw anything suspicious or unusual in the area from the afternoon of Sunday 29 December to 10am on Monday 30 December." Chief Inspector Justin Burtenshaw, District Commander for Chichester, said there were extra Neighbourhood Police officers in Bosham who were doing daily patrols as well as scene guards. "Any residents who have concerns or have any information should speak to the officers who are there in Bosham." Anyone with information should ring 101 or email 101@sussex.pnn. police.uk quoting Operation Ensign or ring the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111.

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CHICHESTER AT NIGHT I couldn’t sleep Friday night so I got up about 4.00am and after a cup of tea decided to walk into Chichester. Halfway there I invented my reason; to see what Wagamama’s opening times are. Got there at 5.45am, two staff were unlocking Iceland opposite. Two other blokes sloped past, hands deep in pockets. I noticed how safe I felt, compared to other places I’ve lived. They’re open ‘til 11.00pm except Sundays (10.00pm) BTW. THE CROSS The Cross is at its most stunning at 5.00am. There’s a gentle light on the Cathedral, and shop lights glow up and down the four streets squaring off it. The puddles pick up the gold and amber and double them back, off the wonky ancient paving stones. In London there’d be somewhere you could get a bacon buttie, not here. We don’t need that. WALKING Walking seems to be the number one hobby of people who put ads in newspaper lonely hearts. I get internet ads on my email sidebar for women in and around Chichester who want to meet me, but they don’t speak of any walking. These ladies hint they spend their energy in other ways.

AD TECHNOLOGY My son does some research for a guy who’s an advertising up-and-comer. Son uncovered the case of a father who only found out his teenage daughter was pregnant because he kept getting ads for pregnancy testing kits on his email sidebar. He complained, thinking his daughter was being led, only for them to supply some kind of readout of the poor girl’s internet activity. The family shares the same IP address, as we all do, so if one person Googles something, everyone’s laptop gets the ads for it.

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Worthing. When I log on I get a minibanner telling me it’s 8 centigrade in Worthing. No offense to Worthing, but that’s the trouble with these attempts at micro-targeting, it only makes you realise that Google and their fellow envelope-steamers aren’t much cop. Example: a few weeks ago I wrote about mobility scooters, and emailed the column to the Herald. Ever since I have been inundated with ads for mobility scooters.

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Delivery of local services on agenda for Health and Wellbeing Board PLANS for the delivery of key local health and social care services are on the agenda for the West Sussex Health and Wellbeing Board. The Board met yesterday (January 30, at 2.15pm) at County Hall North, Chart Way, Horsham. The Board will be reviewing commissioning plans for health and social care for the next two years (2014/15 and 2015/16). The plans are being developed by West Sussex County Council and the NHS (the three West Sussex Clinical Commissioning Groups and NHS England) for the delivery of key local services, including hospital services, public health, adults’ and children’s social care, primary care and mental health. Chairman of the Board Christine Field said: “We’ll be checking that the organisations involved are working together to ensure their plans are consistent with local priorities,

as set out in the agreed Joint Health and Wellbeing Strategy for West Sussex. “Key priority areas for the Board are children and families, workplace health, and dementia. We want to see how these are reflected in planning services for the future – to ensure improved health and wellbeing for West Sussex residents.” The Board will also look at how funding from the NHS for social care, called the Better Care Fund, will be allocated across West Sussex. The funding is intended to transform local services so that people are provided with better integrated care and support, including through the expansion of community-based care. To find out more and to see the agenda, visit the Health and Wellbeing Board web pages on the West Sussex County Council website at www.westsussex. gov.uk.

Local man running 12 marathons in 12 months for special needs school KEVIN BYRNE, founder of local company Checkatrade, was back in his trainers this week as part of his foundation to raise money for a special needs school in Portsmouth. Last Saturday he was in Sainsbury’s Chichester attempting his seventh gruelling run as he has challenged himself to run 12 marathons in 12 months on a treadmill at numerous Sainsbury’s stores around the West Sussex and Hampshire. The task hasn’t been easy but he is extremely motivated and feels very passionate about trying to help Redwood School, which needs £130,000 to replace very inadequate sports changing facilities, which has no toilets or showers, with a modern up to date building with heating, showers and toilets. Kevin said: “Swimming is a really important part of therapy for children with special needs – these facilities are going to make a real difference to them.” Staff have been supporting Kevin with their own fundraising activities and were there on Saturday helping to collect donations. If you want to find out more about the Checkatrade Foundation and other fundraising events for Redwood School, please email Claire.Allen@ checkatrade.com.

VOLUNTEERS AND TRUSTEES REQUIRED FOR HOME-START CHICHESTER & DISTRICT Home Start Chichester & District (Registered Charity No 1123768) is a voluntary organisation committed to promoting the welfare of families with at least one child under the age of five. Our volunteers offer regular support, friendship and practical help to families under stress in their own homes, to improve outcomes for their children and therefore help to prevent family crisis and breakdown. We are looking to increase our number of Volunteers based in Chichester and the surrounding areas, from Selsey in the south, Camelsdale in the north, the Hampshire border (including Thorney Island to the west and up to Bognor Regis to the east. All our volunteers have parenting experience, are DBS checked and complete a one day a week, ten week preparation

course. Each volunteer visits one or two families, once or twice a week for a couple of hours each time. We also require new Trustees to join the Board. We require people with sound independent judgement, who have the ability to think creatively and are willing to speak their mind. We would be interested in receiving applications from professionals, either retired or still working. If you are interested in becoming a Volunteer or a Trustee please contact the Home-Start office by e-mail or letter and state clearly which position you are interested in.

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Residents invited to view initial plans for transit site

PLANS for a new short-stay transit site for travellers in the district are moving forward. Residents living in Westhampnett and the surrounding areas are being invited to an exhibition so that they can comment on the initial

plans for the transit site. The exhibition takes place on Thursday 6 February between 4pm and 8pm at The March Church of England School in Claypit Road, Westhampnett. Last December, councillors agreed to enter into a multi-agency

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also be available about: • the proposed timescale for submitting the formal application; • the open process that will be followed for consultation with key stakeholders and for public comment; and, • how the application will be determined by a public meeting later in the year. Further information has also been placed on the council’s website at www.chichester.gov.uk and search ‘transit site’. Councillor Josef Ransley, Cabinet Member for Support Service at Chichester District Council, says: “It is a delicate balance we are facing. We have to balance the needs of the local community and the needs of the gypsy and traveller population. “Our district alone had 51 unauthorised encampments in the last year and there were more

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Police seek Bognor crash witnesses

POLICE are appealing for witnesses to a road collision in Bognor Regis. At 1.15pm on Thursday 23 January at the far eastern end of The Esplanade, a green Citroen C3 travelling east left the road and struck a lamppost. The driver, an 85 year old man from Bognor Regis, suffered a head injury and was taken to St

• POLICE are seeking a car which failed to stop after colliding with a cyclist near Arundel. At about 5.25pm on Monday 27 January a silver estate-type car was heading north along the A284 from Arundel towards the Whiteways roundabout when it struck a pedal cycle ridden by a 53-year old

Richards Hospital, Chichester, from where he was discharged on the following day. Sergeant Rob Baldwin said: "Anyone who saw the collision, or who saw the vehicle being driven just beforehand, is asked to contact us on 101, quoting serial 626 of 23/1, or email collision.appeal@ sussex.pnn.police.uk."

Goring man who was travelling in the same direction, knocking him off. The car did not stop. Sergeant Stewart Goodwin of the Sussex Road Policing Unit at Arundel, said: "The rider was taken to the Royal Sussex County Hospital in Brighton with serious although not life-

Crackdown on drivers in Chichester OFFICERS from Chichester Neighbourhood Policing Team carried out a day of action on Monday January 20 targeting the issue of speeding vehicles, driving whilst using a mobile telephone and driving without a seatbelt in the Chichester and Southbourne areas. During Monday morning officers were on the A259 in Southbourne. During their time there six vehicles were pulled over and dealt with for a number of offences. One driver was given a ticket for not wearing a seatbelt, two were fined for not stopping at a red traffic light and

two were spoken to about speeding. Another car was stopped for having illegally tinted windows, which were then removed by the driver. Officers headed to Broyle Road in Chichester during the afternoon. At this location officers stopped four vehicles: one for the driver not wearing a seatbelt and three for drivers using mobile phones. A cyclist was also stopped for cycling on the pavement. PCSO Jason Lemm said: "We have listened to local residents who have raised concerns to us about speeding and various other driving

offences in and around their communities. This day will be one of many where we will continue to work with local neighbourhoods to deal with the issue of speeding and other road related offences." Are you interested in joining a Community Speed Watch volunteer group in your area? These are volunteer groups who work with the police and are loaned police speed calming equipment on a regular basis. Please contact your local PCSO who will be happy to answer any questions.

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threatening injuries. "We would like to speak to the car driver, and to anyone else who saw what happened or who has any other information that might help the investigation. Please contact us via 101 or email collision.appeal@sussex.pnn.police. ukquoting serial 1135 of 27/1."

A29 near Slindon on Thursday, 23 January. The crash involved a Ford Mondeo, a Nissan Juke and a BMW. A 33-year-old man from Crawley, the driver of the Ford Mondeo, was arrested at the scene on suspicion of dangerous driving. The driver of the Nissan, a 48-year-old woman from Pulborough, was taken to Southampton Hospital with serious injuries to her neck, ribs and pelvis. The driver of the BMW, a 24-year-

old man from Bognor Regis, was taken to St Richard's Hospital, Chichester, with wrist and rib injuries. The incident occurred shortly after 9.30am and led to the A29 being closed to traffic for several hours while emergency services were at the scene. Anyone who saw what happened or who may have other information is asked to phone Sussex Police on 101 or email collision.appeal@ sussex.pnn.police.uk, quoting Operation Melton.

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Police and crime panel approve investment for victim support and fighting cyber crime

SUSSEX Police and Crime Panel has given its backing to the Police and Crime and Commissioner’s budget that will see investment in victim support, frontline policing and the fight against cyber crime. Police and Crime Commissioner Katy Bourne

presented the 2014/15 Sussex Police budget to the panel responsible for scrutinising her decisions at its meeting on Friday, January 24. She asked the panel members to approve a budget that would result in a 3.6 per cent increase

in the police’s council tax precept - a small part of the overall council tax. This is the first increase for four years, the precept having been frozen since 2010. The increase will add another £4.95 per annum to a Band D household and will generate £2.8m for police work. “Agreeing a budget that will increase council tax for residents at a time when councils are working tirelessly to prevent any rise was a very difficult decision for the panel to make and one that wasn’t taken lightly,” said the Cllr Chris Dowling, vice chairman of the panel who chaired Friday’s meeting. “Members felt there may have been alternative ways to raise the money needed for investment without burdening the taxpayer. Scrutinising the budget, members asked for a guarantee that other options had been looked at and

were satisfied that this was being done.” The panel questioned the Commissioner on her savings plan, asked whether she had considered diverting money from tackling the types of crime which are falling and queried whether sufficient savings had been made on support staff and processes. The Commissioner said the additional money would be used to pay for 36 dedicated Sexual Offences Liaison Officers (SOLOs) that would offer support to victims of sexual violence, domestic abuse and child exploitation. She said the addition of the SOLOs would release 9,000 hours of officers’ time for general police work. Investment would also be made in increasing visible frontline policing, she told the panel. This would include fast-tracking the recruitment and training of 150 police officers in addition to the current plan to recruit 120 Specials and 60 PCSOs in 2014/15. Finally, the Commissioner

said, investment would be made in fighting cyber-enabled crime. Sussex Police would continue to work with Surrey Police to develop a joint Cyber Crime Strategy, train officers and staff in this area and train frontline officers to respond to cyber-enabled crime. “While we recognise that any increase in precept will impact on residents, we felt the investment detailed by the Police and Crime Commissioner was vital to fund Sussex Police and keep our communities safe,” Cllr Dowling added. With uncertainty over the level of increase that would trigger the need for a referendum, the panel agreed to a rise of up to 3.6 per cent as long as a referendum was not needed. The panel also heard reports from the Police and Crime Commissioner on the Police and Crime Plan 2014/15 and an update on plans to replace the retiring Chief Constable of Sussex Police.

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Remember the film Brazil and its machinelike bureaucracy? It’s all around us Allis Moss Writer and broadcaster

HAVE YOU found that a faceless bureaucracy and fear of litigation has seeped into almost every walk of life? It stalks shops, offices and public services of all kinds, anywhere where pettiness and bad manners can hide behind officialdom. You sometimes think service with a smile is an anachronism. It’s a pleasant jolt if someone is kindly. It is Terry Gilliam’s 1985 film Brazil made real. I try to resist writing all the time about the antics of Southern Rail and to direct On The Case’s searchlight in other directions. But this morning has taken the proverbial biscuit. Before we’d even left Chichester, the 10.11 to London Victoria had a fault and we all had to be decanted onto a slow train at Barnham. Straight out

of the film Brazil, it’s a “fault that cannot not be corrected,” says the recorded voice. Not even if Einstein, Stephen Hawkin and a bevy of Oxford dons confront the thorny problem together. The train then gaily pulled away, empty. “I don’t know what it is,” the driver said. “I’ve just driven it up from Southampton and there wasn’t a problem. But someone’s tweeted there is.” Tweeting real-time delays is a marvellous thing and helps hold transport companies to account. But how easy would it be to send a spurious tweet reporting a nonexistent fault? Just for a lark. Like the loons who dial 999 for fun. Bad Back NHS data out this week shows Harry, a friend’s son, is one of a growing problem. Young adults who haven’t registered with a GP and go to A & E only when they suddenly need help. Harry woke up with excruciating pain is his lower back recently. He could barely move and could only get downstairs sliding

on his backside. At A&E Harry was given mild painkillers and ordered to get the proper drugs on prescription from his GP. Next, he went in to register with one but was warned he’d have to provide his insurance number - which he didn’t know - and would need an initial examination before he was allowed to make an appointment with a nurse who wasn’t in for almost a week. With his get-out-of-jail card, he passes to his GP appointment whereupon he’s promptly referred to another A&E. But they send him back to his GP. It is four weeks later when Harry is finally sent for an ex-ray at a nearby clinic. But he can’t be given the result. The x-ray can only be sent to his new GP and a week later it still hasn’t arrived. It’s lost or delayed in the system. Six weeks after Harry woke up with a bad back, the x-ray turns up. By which time, thankfully, the pain has begun to recede of its own accord. Bureaucracy might be ok if it at least worked. Healthy eating? Why do the makers of Quorn

vegetarian products put a preservative - potassium sorbate - in their chilled range of sliced meat-free microprotein flavoured as chicken, wafer-thin ham, turkey, beef and spicy sausage? They don’t add it to their chilled chicken pieces just the slices. It is processed food with a lower fat content than meat that might appeal if you’re veggie or not. My argument is, if you’re health conscious and not into additives you won’t want it but might not realise. A busy mum, for example, will say to herself, it’s low fat and healthy, so it won’t have any chemical nasties added. Always read the small print. Stubs I’ve got a million stubs of paper from the supermarkets. I’m thinking of hiring a full-time intern to gain experience in the world of marketing, to make sure I don’t miss out all the discounts and vouchers. “You have to stay on top of them,” advised the cashier at Sainsbury’s Contact Allis:

And finally My sister and I shared a table with a friendly chap tucking in to a massive fry-up - sausages and bacon, fried bread and eggs, chips, beans and tomatoes. Where is Heston Blumenthal when you need him? “I just had a gastric band fitted,” confessed the chap with a grin, stabbing a chip and basting it in yolk. Whatever works for you, mate. Leaving aside questions about who pays for such ops, I couldn’t help wonder why he’d had invasive surgery to limit his intake but was still eating such large portions of grease-laden food. On the plus side, he was unbothered at sharing his table, polite and friendly, and he wasn’t a faceless bureaucrat.

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ou are invited to a night of fun and fundraising at a Charity Valentine’s cocktail Party on Friday 14th February 8.00pm-1.00am at La Havana Bar, Little London, Chichester. The dress code will be ‘Gorgeous and Red’ and is in aid of ‘Save the Children’ and the ‘NSPCC’. Both Chichester Herald colleagues Denise Kelly and Dean Adams are running the London Marathon in April 2014 with ALL the money raised going to these two amazing charities. You will be served pink bubbles on arrival with canapés provided throughout the evening that includes live music, auction, raffle and more… Price per ticket is £20.00. Tickets will be sold on a first come first serve basis, and as this is a charity event full payment will be required prior to the event to secure your place. Venue: La Havana Bar, 3 Little London,Town Centre, Chichester PO19 1PH (01243 771771) Date: Friday 14 February 2014, 8pm-1am Dress code: Gorgeous and Red

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Giant stone Bosham Head returns to The Novium museum Groundwater levels are already A GIANT stone head unearthed in West Sussex more than two centuries ago is now on permanent display at The Novium museum. The Bosham Head is thought to be a statue of the Roman emperor, Trajan, dating back to AD 122. Experts say it is the largest Roman statue found in Britain. The head, which is twice lifesize and made of Italian marble, was discovered in the garden of a vicarage in Bosham in about 1800. The head is part of the museum’s collection which has been housed at The Discovery Centre at Fishbourne Roman Palace for many years. It was moved back to the museum in Tower Street earlier this year. It now takes pride of place in the museum’s ground floor among the museum’s Roman exhibits. Mystery has surrounded the head because the face has been so battered by weathering - possibly because it was in the sea at one point. Specialists have felt that there was not enough left of the face for a precise identification. Recently Dr Miles Russell from Bournemouth University used 3D scanners to examine the 26-stone (170kg) head. The 3D scanner enabled the experts to pick out facial features and a distinctive hairstyle,

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which led them to conclude it was most likely Emperor Trajan. They believe it was set up by Trajan's successor, Hadrian, on a visit to Britain in AD 121-122 and would have greeted visitors as they entered Chichester Harbour. Councillor Myles Cullen, our Cabinet Member for Commercial

Services, says: “We’re delighted to bring the Bosham Head into the museum’s permanent collection on show at The Novium. Its provenance has caused much interest since the statue arrived at The Novium.” For further details about events please visit www.thenovium.org or call 01243 775888.

TWO flood alerts for the River Lavant and the River Ems have been issued by the Environment Agency. A groundwater flood alert is also in place for West Dean, Singleton, Charlton, East Dean and Chilgrove. Flooding has disrupted roads around Stoughton, Walderton and Westbourne, particularly the B2147, and the A286 between East Lavant and East Dean. The B2146 between Hairs Lane and West Marden has been temporarily closed. All other affected roads are passable with care. Both West Sussex County Council and the Environment Agency continue to respond to, and monitor, the affected areas. The County Council is asking motorists to be considerate and drive slowly through surface water. Waves created by driving quickly

damage surrounding properties and soak passers-by. Surface water can obscure hidden dangers such as submerged potholes and other damage to the road, so please be careful. Residents living in areas affected by high groundwater levels should consider moving precious belongings out of their cellars. Groundwater flooding will usually occur days, or even weeks, after heavy or prolonged rainfall, and can last several weeks. For an up to date view on road closures please refer to the ‘West Sussex incident’ pages: http:// westsussex.cdmf.info For the latest updates follow @WSCCNews on Twitter. For advice on what to do before, during and after floods, visit: www. westsussex.gov.uk/flooding

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Massage relieves stress and tension - and this is no different for babies

By Becky Edwards (Children’s Centre Co-ordinator) and Nicki Graham (Family Outreach Work) HAVING a new baby is a busy and exciting time, often fraught with a stream of visitors, nappy changes and endless feeds. Amid the chaos, it’s important to find time to relax with your baby and enjoy some quiet bonding time together- baby massage gives you the perfect opportunity. Though a relatively new concept to the UK, baby massage has been practised for hundreds of years in countries such as India and is recognised as a crucial part of baby’s routine. Babies are often welcomed into the world with a cleansing massage, performed with a ball of dough and continued to be massaged daily throughout infancy. Massage is a lovely bonding experience and enhances baby’s sense of touch and development. It can help new parents gain confidence in reading their baby’s cues and be more in tune with

their needs, as well as offering a therapeutic and calming experience. The soothing effects of massage stimulates production of oxytocin in both the person performing the massage and baby-this ‘feel good’ hormone is also produced during breastfeeding and encourages feelings of wellbeing and promotes bonding. This means that massage is not only valuable to the mum or primary carer, but also to new dads or partners as a method of connecting with their baby. Research has also suggested that baby massage can be helpful when treating Post Natal Depression; initial studies suggest that both mum and baby benefit from the calming interaction achieved by massage. As well as having a positive emotional impact, massage also has many physical advantages. Babies benefit from improved circulation, digestion and growth and many new parents report that it helps improve common complaints such as colic and reflux.

Regular massage can also help babies to settle more easily and aid restful sleep. As adults, many of us enjoy massage as it relieves stress and tension- and this is no different for babies. Baby massage doesn’t have to be complicated or expensivetaster sessions are often offered at early parenting courses and many children’s centres offer the course for a small fee. You can also perform simple massage at home using light touch and stroking, providing your baby has had their

six week review and you follow the advice of your health visitor. It is also advised that babies should not be massaged until 72 hours after their routine vaccinations. There are many websites and books which offer advice and guidance on basic techniques but it is important to choose a time when your baby is awake and settled and not too soon after a feed. Most importantly, massage should be a time when you and your baby enjoy being close and spending precious time together.

Baby massage is available at Chichester Nursery School, Children and Family Centre on Mondays from 1.30-2.30. A refundable £10 deposit is required and advance booking is essential. Call (01243) 642 950 for more information. For more information or support with parenting visit Chichester Nursery School, Children and Family Centre. Or phone: 01243 642950. Website: www.chichesternur.w-sussex.sch.uk

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Food, shopping and new teeth

Dean Adams Broadcast Journalist This week, some of Britain’s biggest supermarket chains including Tesco and Waitrose have pledged to reveal the amount of food they discard in an effort to cut the millions of tonnes wasted every year. Tesco was the first of the supermarkets to release its figures, in October, revealing it generated 28,500 tonnes of food waste at its stores and distribution centres in the first six months of last year alone. It announced it was to drop some food promotions after finding

that two-thirds of produce grown for bagged salad is wasted - 35% of it in the home. The retailer also found that 40% of apples are wasted, as are just under half of bakery items. What happens to all of this wasted food? This week, (see page 21), three men are to stand trial after allegedly taking cheese, tomatoes and cakes from bins behind an Iceland shop. “skipping” - a term used for taking food that would otherwise go to waste from a bin or skip, is probably a likely charge for them but why take the men to court at the public’s expense? The amount of their ‘stealing’ is £33 without the police cost. Wouldn’t it be good if there was a central drop off point in each city centre for supermarkets to put their out of ‘sell by date’ food so that the less privileged could make use of it? Let us know what you think

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Shops grab you by the ££££’s I WENT into a well-known supermarket this week to buy a couple of things. £15.64 worth of things to be precise. The reason I worked it out was because my final till receipt was £48.94. No, I didn’t have a cashier who was

all fingers and buttons but I was actually taken in by deals and offers. £33.30 these promotions have cost me on items I didn’t really need. Work out what you need and what you actually spend and it’s alarming.

New teeth? Yes please I HAD my teeth whitened at the brilliant Changes Clinic in Portsmouth this week. My teeth were pretty decent anyway (no fillings etc) but years of coffee had slightly discoloured them. I am now so many shades towards white than yellow and the before

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Wanted: Chichester’s top dog Oakwood pupils proud to help local charity

THE SEARCH is on for Chichester’s top dog, so if your dog has good looks, a fabulous personality or the cutest face then Saturday 1 February is the date to remember. The Dog Portrait Company will be photographing local dogs at Pets Corners brand new store on Bognor Road, Chichester. This is a fabulously fun day where not only will all dogs be photographed free of charge but also they have a chance to win a large framed photograph in the Dog Portrait Competition.

Dog Portrait Director, Adrian Fuller, says: “We are looking for all sorts of dogs to enter, the main criteria is for the resulting picture to bring a smile. This is a fabulous opportunity for dog owners to meet up, new puppies to socialise and generally have a good time. Our events are extremely popular and it is quite a while since we were last in Chichester, just bring your dog along to Pets Corner, Bognor Road, Chichester on Saturday 1 February anytime between 10am-4pm and a great time will be had by all.”

Pupils from Oakwood School with assistance dogs from Canine Partners

PUPILS from Oakwood School in Chichester were proud to present a cheque for £1000 to Canine Partners, a Heyshott charity that trains assistance dogs for people with limited mobility or disability. The money was raised at an afternoon of four-legged fun, with furry fancy dress, a doggy tombola, canine cakes and a hot dog stand as well as the main events: a fun dog show and a demonstration by two trained Canine Partners

assistance dogs, Saffy and May, of their amazing skills. The money raised will hopefully be enough to buy a new puppy and fund the first year of its training, putting the charity well on its way to being able to make a huge difference in the life of another person with restricted movement or a disability. The canine partners provide practical day to day assistance with tasks that may be difficult, painful

or impossible to perform. They also provide that special companionship, unconditional love and affection which is so unique to dogs. The winners in each category of the fun dog show at Oakwood presented the cheque to staff from Canine Partners and were delighted to meet four of the assistance dogs, including the newest trainee, labradoodle puppy Cinno!

Show your love for St Wilfrid’s! Get involved in its first ever ‘Love Your Hospice’ Week WITH VALENTINE’S DAY just around the corner, people across the community are being encouraged to show their love for St Wilfrid’s Hospice by getting involved in its first ever Love Your Hospice Week which runs from 7 - 14 February. The week will begin with a special quiz at the Fishbourne Centre on Friday, 7 February. Hosted by Simon Tooley, event organisers say that the evening promises to be a lot of fun – with a few love-themed questions along the way. It costs £60 for a team of six, which includes a basket meal for each team member. During the evening there will be prizes for the top two teams plus a wooden spoon prize. On Saturday 8 February love will be in the air when a 31-strong team of people take to the skies for a special sponsored tandem parachute jump in aid of the Hospice. The Leap for Love will take place near Salisbury and those who would like to support the team as a whole can make a donation at http://uk.virginmoneygiving.com/ SupportStWilfridsHospice

And that’s not all! The main activity during the week will be encouraging people to wear one of their fun, temporary tattoos in aid of St Wilfrid’s, for a suggested donation of £1. The tattoos will be available at outlets across the community, including their 11 shops and at the Hospice itself. The St Wilfrid’s fundraising team would love to see offices, workplaces, schools and other community organisations getting involved. Tuesday 11th February will be Tattoosday, encouraging people to wear their tattoos en masse and take pictures of their groups – the best picture submitted to the St Wilfird’s Facebook page will win a prize! The hospice are also encouraging people to organise their own event e.g. a coffee morning or table sale and during the week they will be promoting their Friends scheme, encouraging people to support them with a regular donation. Chief Executive, Alison Moorey said: “We are really looking forward to Love Your Hospice Week, we hope it will be lots of fun and I hope to see lots of people wearing their tattoos on Tattoosday.

“At any one time we care for more than 200 patients at home, in nursing and care homes, in hospital and at the Hospice itself, and we also provide support to the families and close friends of our patients. This year it will

cost just under £6 million to provide our high quality services without charge to the local community, and so fundraising events like Love Your Hospice Week really do help us to continue providing our specialist care

and support.” For more information visit the St Wilfrid’s website, www.stwh.co.uk or see their Facebook page: facebook. com/stwilfridschichester or follow us on Twitter @STWHChi

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National News News in Brief Missing Megan Roberts: Student was 'affected by alcohol' Follow us on Twitter

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POLICE searching for missing student Megan Roberts say it is likely she entered the River Ouse, in York, while "affected by alcohol". The 20-year-old was last seen near Lendal Bridge in the city on Thursday. Supt Phil Cain said: "The strongest and most probable line of inquiry being pursued by police is that Megan, affected by alcohol, has entered the river." Police divers are searching the river. Miss Roberts, from Wetherby, West Yorkshire, was reported missing on Monday and riverbank searches began on Tuesday. Insp Cain stressed that there

was "no evidence to indicate foul play". He said: "On balance, this presents as a group of young friends on a night out that is likely to have ended in tragedy." Miss Roberts was reported missing by her mother on Monday after a friend raised concerns that she had not been seen since a night out with friends at the Popworld nightclub last week. Police said she was last seen on CCTV at 02:20 GMT with a group of people near Lendal Bridge, which crosses the River Ouse. The group was seen a short time later on Museum Street on the other side of the bridge without Miss Roberts.

Three accused of stealing food from Iceland store bins

THREE MEN are to stand trial after allegedly taking cheese, tomatoes and cakes from bins behind an Iceland shop. Paul May, William James and Jason Chan were arrested in Kentish Town, north London, in October. Iceland said its staff did not call the police. At a court hearing in November, the men denied being found in or upon enclosed premises, contrary to section 4 of the Vagrancy Act 1824. They will next appear at Highbury Magistrates' Court on 3 February. The items allegedly taken from the store's bins amounted to a total value of £33 and included tomatoes, mushrooms, cheese and Mr Kipling cakes. Mr May, 35, Mr James, 23, and Mr Chan, 31, all of no fixed address, are expected to say they had been "skipping" - a term used for taking food that would otherwise go to waste from a bin or skip. Mike Schwarz from law firm Bindmans, who is representing the men, said: "The prosecutor's view that there is a significant public interest in expending public money to prosecute 'skippers' at times

• Officers faced with a car travelling the wrong way on the A3 decided to “ram it” when they saw it was not going to stop, Surrey Police have said. Insp Richard Mallett said the officers were in an unmarked car travelling to the scene at Ripley at about 03:40 GMT when they saw the VW Polo approaching them southbound at speed. The Polo driver was taken to hospital but was not thought to be badly hurt. Two officers who were in the police car were also taken to hospital for assessment. The VW Polo was being driven by a woman in her 20s, Insp Mallett said.

of shortage, waste and austerity, seems at best short-sighted, at worst perverse and certainly disproportionate. "The defendants will say that they were not acting dishonestly." In a statement, Iceland said: "The store in question is next door to a police station. Iceland staff did not call the police, who attended on their own initiative. "Nor did we instigate the resulting prosecution, of which we had no knowledge until the media reports of it appeared yesterday evening. "We are currently trying to find out from the Crown Prosecution Service why they believe that it is in the public interest to pursue a case against these three individuals, and will comment further when we are more fully informed."

Er, could I have my stolen, home-made, utterly unique, bamboo bike back?

THOUSANDS of bikes are stolen in the UK each year. Most are never seen again by their owners, and some even have to be bought back from criminals. But when advertising account manager Hugh Allman, 28, had his taken, he was eventually reunited with it - largely because he had hand-built it himself out of bamboo and it was utterly unique. “I have friends who run a workshop where you can build a bamboo bike frame, so last summer I decided to make one for myself.

The handles and wheels came from an old racer. Because bamboo is hollow, it's very light, but it's pretty solid - I rode it from London to Brussels over the August bank holiday. On Saturday I went out with friends for a ride. At about 16:00 there was a downpour so we took shelter a coffee shop. I could look outside and see the bike. After five minutes I looked out again and it was gone - the lock, the bike, everything. I was gutted. I called the police but was 99.9% sure I wouldn't get it back.”

• Facebook ‘rant’ on school holiday costs sparks campaign. Paul Cookson was angered by the increased cost of holidays outside term time. With about 250 friends on Facebook, Paul Cookson did not expect a “rant” he posted to have much impact. He wrote that he was “sick to death” of being “ripped off” by companies which put up holiday prices outside school term time. A few friends agreed, and followed his request to “share this post if you have also had enough”. It soon went viral, and more than 143,000 people have shared it so far. Supporters also began signing an online petition calling for government action and this has now gone far beyond the 100,000 signatures needed for a possible debate in Parliament.

• A television advert promoting safe cycling has been banned for showing a rider without a helmet. The advert, part of a campaign by Cycling Scotland, seeks to encourage drivers to give cyclists the same space and care as they would give a horse. But the Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) said it should not be shown on TV again as not wearing a helmet was “socially irresponsible”. Cycling Scotland said wearing a helmet was not a legal requirement.

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Chichester Business Still time for local businesses to apply for a share of £40,000 to develop their websites THERE’S still time for new and small businesses in the Chichester District to apply for a grant to improve their websites. Businesses have until Thursday 20 February to apply for a share of £40,000 to develop or enhance their websites. Businesses must be based in the Chichester District and employ less than 10 paid staff or full time equivalent to qualify for the grant. The grant is for up to 50% of eligible costs. Councillor Myles Cullen, Chichester District Council's Cabinet Member for Commercial Services, says: “The council is determined to support local businesses and this is a fantastic opportunity for new and small businesses to bid for financial help to help enhance their websites. But hurry – the deadline to bid for your share is fast approaching so now is the time to get your application in. “We hope a wide range of new and existing small businesses

will apply to access this money to develop or enhance their websites, which has become an essential part of business.” Chichester District Council piloted the original scheme in 2002 and it ran until 2009. It proved incredibly popular helping companies to create jobs, increase business growth and bookings on websites, and in some cases even help companies start a website. In total 300 businesses in the district benefitted from the money – from photographers to farmers – with many seeing their business turnover increase, some by up to 40-50%. The £40,000 is funded from West Sussex County Council’s KickStart programme and the grant scheme is being delivered by Chichester District Council. For more information on the Enabling Grant Scheme see www.chichester.gov.uk/ enablinggrants, email business. support@chichester.gov.uk or call 01243 534669.

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All Change at the top A MEETING of West Sussex County Council’s full council will be asked to approve the two people selected to lead the local authority over the coming months. A cross party panel of Councillors led by Council Leader Louise Goldsmith carried out interviews on Monday (Jan 27) for a new interim Chief Operating Officer and interim Transformation Director. Full Council will be asked to ratify the internal appointment of Diane Ashby to the interim Chief Operating Officer post and external appointment of Gill Steward to that of interim Transformation Director when it meets on Friday, February 14. Louise said: “I am delighted to be recommending to full council the appointment of both Gill and Diane to these new posts. I am confident that this new structure and these two people will move this organisation forward and deliver our vision for how we want and need West Sussex County Council to now operate in the future. I look forward to working with them both

to help councillors and our staff continue to make a real difference to our residents and meet, and overcome, the challenges that we will face in the future.” Diane is currently Director for Services Operations at West Sussex County Council and joined the authority in 2006. Her portfolio of responsibilities includes Highways and Transport, Waste Management, Information Services, Business Improvement, Support Services and Facilities Management. Before joining West Sussex County Council, Diane had a commercial background working for The Body Shop and Marks and Spencer. Diane brings a wealth of experience and knowledge to the role of Chief Operating Officer. She said: “I am delighted to have been offered this position and look forward to the part that I will play leading West Sussex County Council through the challenges that lie ahead.” Gill has 17 years’ experience of successful corporate management in the public sector, most recently

as Corporate Director for three unitary councils. Gill was also the first civilian Director of Corporate Development for the second largest police force in the UK and the first full time Chief Executive of a prominent police authority. She said: “The council has a clear and compelling vision of how it needs to change to deliver better outcomes to local people. I am thrilled to be offered the opportunity to support the members and staff in making this vision a reality.” The new management model has been adopted following the joint decision by Louise and current Chief Executive Kieran Stigant that the role of chief executive as it stands be made redundant. Kieran will leave the Council on Friday, January 31. He said: “Both Diane and Gill are very well suited to their new roles and to taking the council forward. I congratulate them on their successful appointments and have every confidence that they will both be a great success.”

Barbara’s birthday trolley dash SAINSBURY’S Chichester celebrated Barbara Hall’s 100th Birthday this week – by giving her a free trolley of shopping. Barbara has been shopping with Sainsbury’s since moving to the area in 1973. She was greeted by a number of colleagues and also Chris, the Deputy Store Manager, with a birthday song, hats and a bunch of flowers.

After Nina (Cashier) found out a little bit about how she was going to celebrate her birthday and how she got to the prime age of 100, which was said to be through enjoying a little tipple, Sainsbury’s decided to give her trolley of shopping for free as a token of good will on her birthday and recognise her loyalty to Sainsbury’s.

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Chichester Business

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West Sussex businesses boosted by more than £500,000 in grants the Business programme in a bid to unlock funding of up to £30,000. Projects had to be 50% match funded. A total of 29 bids

BUSINESSES across West Sussex have been boosted to the tune of more than half a million pounds thanks to a support

programme from the County Council. More than 100 new, start-up and existing companies applied to West Sussex County Council’s Be

have been successful with £513,705 being awarded in this first round of funding. Louise Goldsmith, West Sussex County Council Leader and Cabinet Member for the Economy, said: “I’m delighted that so many people applied to our Be The Business scheme and that so many of those applications have been successful.

“This funding will provide an important boost to the business community in West Sussex. It is essential that people feel they are receiving as much help and support as possible and this funding is one of a number of things West Sussex County Council is doing to support our local economy. “Our county has so much potential and these additional funds can help unlock that potential by allowing people to perhaps have the confidence to take that step to become an entrepreneur and start up their own business. And of course the funding that has been awarded to our established companies is just as important in these hard economic times.” Of the businesses that will receive funding, 41% are companies that have been trading

for less than three years and 59% are established organisations that have been trading for more than 3 years. Successful applications came from a variety of industries, including construction, manufacturing, retail, education, child and youth services, food manufacturing and production, tourism and leisure, engineering and IT from across West Sussex. As well as an opportunity to bid for funding, the Be The Business programme offers all businesses and companies across the county one-to-one support as well as peer to peer business networking sessions, workshops and events. For further information about the support available and up and coming events, visit www.bethebusiness.org , or email: info@bethebusiness.org

Bonhams to sell ex-Works Ferrari 375 Plus at Goodwood BONHAMS will auction a Ferrari 375 Plus – the first of only five built – at its Festival of Speed auction in June at Goodwood. A factory car, it competed in both the Mille Miglia and Le Mans, and its long-running ownership dispute has now been resolved. The 330bhp team car, shown to Classic Driver at a private preview event last night, was first campaigned in the 1954 Mille Miglia in the hands of Umberto Maglioli, before being driven to victory at Silverstone by fellow Argentinean Froilan Gonzalez at Silverstone. Its final race for the factory team was at the 24 Hours of Le Mans later that year, which saw the sister 375 Plus take the chequered flag, while this car – chassis 0834AM – was forced to retire, although not before setting the fastest lap of the race. For some time, the car has been at the centre of an ownership dispute between the Kleve and Swaters families. Bonhams has spent the last year negotiating a deal between the parties and, now that an agreement has been reached, the car can be sold. As a result, the new buyer will not only become the custodian of the restored car, but also numerous extras including a spare 4.9-litre V12 and what remains of its original body panels, still bearing traces of the 1957 Cuban Grand Prix race colours. Bonhams has not set an estimate yet but, with its ownership title now cleared up, some experts believe that the rare Ferrari could become an eight-figure car when it is sold without reserve at the Festival of Speed in June.

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Arts & Entertainment

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Now showing at Cineworld Chichester

Old school legends unite in the ultimate bout Grudge Match (12A) Running time: 113 mins Director: Peter Segal Starring: Sylvester Stallone, Robert De Niro, Kevin Hart, Alan Arkin, Kim Basinger

Grudge Match doesn’t quite deliver on its Rocky vs Raging Bull premise but it remains watchable thanks to engaging, committed performances and a script that knows how to effectively marshal its multiple clichés. What’s it all about? Directed by Peter Segal, Grudge Match stars Sylvester Stallone as Henry “Razor” Sharp and Robert De Niro as Billy “The Kid” McDonnen, two aging former boxers whose epic rivalry in the 1980s was cut short after Razor mysteriously walked away from the sport. When promoter Dante

a personal trainer and b) has a young son (Camden Grey as Trey).

(Kevin Hart) persuades both men to take part in modelling for a video game, the pair meet for the first time in 30 years and immediately re-ignite their feud, with a YouTube clip of their ensuing scrap fuelling public interest in seeing them reunite for the deciding rematch (after a victory each) that never took place. Since Razor has just lost his job in a steelyard and needs money for his old trainer’s (Alan Arkin)

retirement home, he reluctantly agrees to the fight, which delights bitter car-dealer-slash-bar-owner Billy, since he’s been waiting 30 years for revenge. However, things get complicated when it emerges that Razor’s reasons for quitting the sport involved Billy sleeping with Razor’s then girlfriend Sally (Kim Basinger), leading Billy to the discovery that he now has a 30 year old son (Jon Bernthal as BJ), who a) just happens to be

The Good This is actually a lot better than its lazy, poorly photo-shopped poster would lead you to believe, even if it doesn’t quite deliver on its Rocky vs Raging Bull premise. For one thing, Stallone and De Niro spark off each other nicely and both deliver engaging, heartfelt and vanity-free performances, while a smartly cast Basinger turns out to have surprisingly effective chemistry with Stallone. There’s also likeable comic support from both Hart and Arkin (their scenes together are the funniest moments in the film) as well as strong work from Bernthal. The script is both predictable and cliché-heavy (there’s never a moment’s doubt where all this is going), but it duly pushes all the right buttons and director Segal manages to maintain a consistent tone that doesn’t over-indulge either the old-people-doing-

physical-comedy element or the potential for sentimentality. On top of that, the dialogue is fine and there are a handful of nicely pitched references to both Rocky and Raging Bull that work well. The Bad It’s fair to say that the film is more successful as a straight drama than as a comedy, since it never delivers any really big laughs and a number of its supposedly amusing moments fall flat, most notably a truly awful CGIenhanced mid-credits sting that should have been consigned to the DVD extras. It also repeats the stuff-ending-up-on-YouTube gag more times than strictly necessary and overcooks the scenes involving Billy and Trey. Worth seeing? With expectations suitably lowered, Grudge Match is surprisingly watchable thanks to engaging performances from Stallone and De Niro.

Sky Diary February 2014 By Peter Littlejohns The first week of February will be the last chance for a few months to spot the fading Mercury, being low down in the SW in the evening twilight with the Moon just above it on the 1st. Venus is now a beacon in the E rising a couple of hours before the Sun and changing from a thin crescent shape to nearly half phase through the month, with the Moon being very close by on the 26th. Mars rises in the E around 23:00 just a few degrees to the left of Virgo's brightest star Spica. In the S the brilliant Jupiter is just moving into the stars of the Milky Way and setting at 05:30. It is worth a look even in modest binoculars. Saturn in the constellation of Libra now rises around 01:00. Planetarium Shows and Dates February 2014 Sunday 02 3.30pm Friday 07 7.30pm Sunday 09 3.30pm Friday 14 7.30pm Sunday 16 1.30pm Sunday 16 3.30pm Monday 17 3.30pm Tuesday 18 3.30pm Wednesday 19 3.30pm

Uranus sets after 21:00 in Pisces, with the Moon very close on the 3rd as a guide to this distant gas giant on the limit of naked eye visibility. There is a broad peak of the meteor shower from Auriga from the 6th to 9th which is almost over-head, and although only 10 meteors an hour are predicted, they can be relatively slow and bright. The sunspot activity is livening up at last sending streams of charged particles out in all directions. When they get fired towards us, the Earth's magnetic field channels them into the polar regions, energizing the atoms in the upper atmosphere and producing a colourful display called the Aurora or Northern Lights. It is sometimes possible to see this amazing show from the southern England, so look to the N on a clear night and you may be in for a treat.

The Northern Lights Wintertime Stars, Moon and Planets Stars on Frosty Winter Nights Stars on Frosty Winter Nights The Hunt for Earth-like Planets and Life Giant Jupiter, King of the Planets All Aboard - a Tour of the Planets Stars on Frosty Winter Nights Prepare for Blast-off

Tickets: Adults £6.00, Children £4.00 Tickets are available to callers at the The Novium, Tower Street, Chichester. Alternatively, please phone 01243 774400 or ticket hotline 07818 297292 to reserve your tickets. Payment by cash or cheque only, on the day. A map showing our location can be found at: www.southdowns.org.uk

WIN TWO TICKETS TO CINEWORLD FOR A CHANCE TO WIN 2 TICKETS, ANSWER THE FOLLOWING QUESTION: Q. Which character did Sylvester Stallone once play?

A. JAKE LA MOTTA B. ROCKY BALBOA C. TRAVIS BICKLE Send your answer, and include your full name, address and a contact phone number to competition@ chichesterherald.co.uk. One lucky winner will be selected at random. Closing time is Tuesday 4th February 2014 at midday - The winner will be notified later on that day. Last weeks winner was Sue Barty from Chichester. Chichester Herald competition terms and conditions apply.

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Chichester Harbour joins the Big Farmland Big Count FARMERS in the Chichester Harbour Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB) are being encouraged to take part in the Big Farmland Bird Count in February. The Game and Wildlife Conservation Trust (GWCT) are organising this first count to help determine how our farmland bird species are faring and to highlight the good conservation work being undertaken on farmland. The count will take place between the 1st and 7th February 2014, and farmers are being encouraged to spend about 30 minutes recording the species and number of birds seen on one particular area of their farm. Some of our iconic farmland bird species such as Skylark, Yellowhammer, Corn Buntings and wild Grey Partridges have suffered dramatic declines over recent years, including a 34% decline in breeding Corn Buntings since 1995. However there is limited information on overwintering populations of farmland

birds and the potential benefits of farm conservation schemes and game management in supporting these populations. Siún Cranny, Director of Chichester Harbour Conservancy said: “Chichester Harbour Conservancy would like to add its

• You are invited to a night of fun and fundraising at a Charity Valentine’s cocktail Party on Friday 14th February 8.00pm1.00am at La Havana Bar, Little London, Chichester. The dress code will be ‘Gorgeous and Red’ and is in aid of ‘Save the Children’ and the ‘NSPCC’. You will be served pink bubbles on arrival with canapés provided throughout the evening that includes live music, auction, raffle and more… Price per ticket is £25.00. Tickets will be sold on a first come first serve basis, and as this is a charity event full payment will be required prior to the event to secure your place. Event: Charity Valentine’s Cocktail Party Venue: La Havana Bar, 3 Little London, Town Centre, Chichester PO19 1PH (01243 771771) Date: Friday 14 February 2014, 8pm-1am. Dress code: Gorgeous and Red. To book your tickets call Denise Kelly on 01243 528040 or 07730 671436; Sophie Robins 01243 774610 or 07919 191406.

• Creations Hair in Chichester are putting on an event for charity: The Hearts and Diamonds Black Tie Ball. Starting at 7:30 at Rowlands Castle Golf Club on the 15 February, tickets are £40 with dinner, entertainment, dancing, the chance to win some amazing prizes in the raffle and brilliant auction prizes to bid on! Tickets are on sale now at Creations or call Emma on 07502225965. • Concorde is a social club which provides friendship and companionship for single people. It is not a dating club but any members who form relationships or marry remain members. It meets every Tuesday at the Walnut Tree, Runcton, and holds a variety of events throughout the year. New members are very welcome. Anyone who would like more information can visit www. concordesinglesocialclub.org.uk or phone 01243 575083 or 01243 604715. • CHICHESTER PICKERS (The

support to GWCT in encouraging all farmers in the Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB) to participate in this important survey. We would like to thank our farming communities for helping to protect and enhance our precious farmland bird populations.”

Two special services at Chichester Cathedral TWO special services will take place at Chichester Cathedral this weekend to mark the retirement of The Very Revd Nicholas Frayling, Dean of Chichester. On Saturday 1 February, at 2.30pm, the Dean will be granted the Freedom of the City of Chichester – the highest honour the City Council can bestow, given to ‘persons of distinction and persons who have rendered eminent services to the City’. This will be followed by a special Evensong in the Cathedral on Sunday 2 February at 3.30pm. The Dean will deliver a sermon at this farewell service, which will be followed a presentation of gifts and refreshments in a marquee on the Cathedral’s south-west lawn. Both these services are open to all and the wider public are warmly invited to attend. The Dean, who has been in post since September 2002, will retire at the end of February. He is particularly noted for his work in inter-faith and political reconciliation and his book ‘Pardon and Peace: Making of the Peace Process in Ireland’ is highly acclaimed. The Dean started his working life in retail, on the Harrod’s Management Training Scheme,

but then changed career and worked as a Welfare Officer at Pentonville Prison. It was during this time that he decided to train for ordination, studying theology at Exeter University and finally at Cuddesdon College, Oxford. After parish ministry in Peckham and Tooting, he moved to Liverpool in 1983 to become Canon Precentor of Liverpool Cathedral for four years. This was followed by 15 years as Rector of the ancient Liverpool city centre parish: Our Lady and St Nicholas, finally becoming Dean of Chichester in 2002. The Very Revd Nicholas Frayling is also Vice President of Pax Christi, Trustee and National Chaplain for the British Nuclear Tests Veterans Association and Trustee of the Institute of Food Brain and Behaviour. He was also awarded an honorary Doctorate of Laws by the University of Liverpool in 2001 and an honorary Fellowship of Liverpool John Moores University in 2003.

Chichester Acoustic Music Club) invites all who would like to sing/ play their own choice of music and those who would like to enjoy local musicians performing in an intimate and friendly gathering. We have players at varying levels but we are not judgemental. We meet every second and fourth Thursday in the skittle alley of the Gribble Inn, Gribble Lane, Oving PO20 2BP More details from Andrew@ andrewperry.plus.com or 01243776391. • Chichester Art Society’s new programme of workshops for early 2014 offers great opportunities to local artists. There is a relaunch of the popular Figures & Faces Workshops on Tuesdays 1.30 4.30pm, starting January 7 for 12 weeks to March 25th. Portrait and Life Study alternate, starting with Portrait Study. You can work alongside local artist Lucie Cookson who will be overseeing the poses and offering an overview of work during the session. (Non-members: £11 per session or £10 if three or

more booked). Limited to 20 but enquiries about availability can be made up to 10am on the day by contacting the Secretary (see below). The Society’s full programme of meetings and workshops for 2014 is on the website: www.chi-art-soc.org. All workshops are at Bassil Shippam Centre, Tozer Way, St Pancras, Chichester PO19 7LG (parking and easy access). Prices include refreshments but not materials. Further details from the Secretary on 01243 602360 or email jean. campbell@zen.co.ukor text message 07831 666451.

• Monthly meetings, carried out partially in Welsh, rest in English-all levels of Welsh welcome- meetings in members’ houses- contact Geoffrey on 07968 215 256 or gbthompson@ btinternet.com. If you would like a non-profit or profit to charity event listed, then send 70 words to events@ chichesterherald.co.uk. All listings are subject to change without notice and mentioned here as supplied and in good faith. Chichester Herald cannot be held responsible for any changes occurring after publication.

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Food & Drink

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Japanese inspired cuisine comes to Chichester

Sample the sake, soba and sensational pan-asian flavours of wagamama, Chichester D e s p i t e visiting the restaurant on a Monday night, the minimalist and modern interior was packed with hungry guests tucking into colourful wok WAGAMAMA (meaning ‘naughty creations with chop sticks and for child’ in Japanese) recently the less experienced, forks and opened their doors for business spoons. on January 13th offering a unique There is over 40 food choices on and informal dining experience the menu and over 30 hot + cold with long communal dining tables drink options. We recommend and benches where people can sit the Iki beer to wash down and enjoy food together. any of the hotter dishes on the menu. The Sake is a refreshing and unique alternative and there’s also plenty of alcohol-free fresh juices to choose from too. There is also a kids mini menu and many vegetarian ct options. Portion Size: Perfe able and After being seated Service: Knowledge by the friendly and friendly esh, tasty food welcoming staff, we Value for Money: Fr went with the manager’s honestly priced n and relaxed recommendation and Ambiance: Moder opted for a selection of wagamama classics. We

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started with the steamed pulled pork gyoza dumplings and crispy duck gyoza dumplings as side dishes. Both cooked to perfection using different methods to create very different tastes. The duck dumplings are sweet and tender with a spicy cherry hoi sin sauce and the pulled pork dumplings are served with a spiced black vinegar with ginger root pieces. For main course we tried the recently added mahi mahi curry and the spicy firecracker chilli dish. The curry is a succulent and meaty grilled steak of mahi mahi on a bed of rice, sweet potato, peppers, mushrooms and moderately spiced coconut curry sauce. The firecracker is slightly more punchy and one of the spiciest dishes on the menu. Featuring tender marinated chunks of chicken (or prawn if you prefer) with crisp mangetout, red hot chillies, peppers, onions, a sweet and fiery sauce served with a tombale of white rice, garnished with shichimi, sesame seeds and lime. If you can’t stand the heat, avoid the red hot chillis, but we certainly recommend both dishes for their taste and presentation. For dessert, we highly recommend the white chocolate

and ginger cheesecake with chilli toffee sauce. The perfect mix of tangy spice and creamy chocolate on a crisp biscuit base. As each dish is cooked fresh to order, you can choose how spicy you want your food to be and leave certain ingredients out if you prefer. Each dish is brought out when it is ready rather than all at once so you can enjoy your food as soon as it’s cooked. Despite being a national chain, each dish is carefully monitored to ensure consistent quality and value for money and the staff seem very passionate about the food they serve. wagamama recently won the coveted ‘london’s favourite

chain restaurant’ award in the 2013 London Zagat guide and was also highly awarded as one of the best places for kid’s meals in the soil association’s 2013 “out to lunch” report. To book your table or order from their take away menu, contact wagamama Chichester to day on 01243 533 955. Open 11am-11pm Monday - Saturday and 11am10pm Sunday. wagamama 26 south street chichester PO19 1EL 01243 533 955 Let us know what you think

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The Paul Hollywood effect More men than ever are rolling up their sleeves in the kitchen as they take up baking thanks to the rise in male celebrity chefs, such as Paul Hollywood making baking appealing to men

THE WAITROSE Cookery School has this year seen a rise of 350 per cent in men taking up their baking classes compared to 2011 and in the last year alone has seen a rise of 44 per cent. Even the PM, David Cameron in October admitted that he doesn’t know the price of a loaf of bread because he prefers to bake his own. Bread making has also become one of the most popular courses at the Waitrose Cookery School with places selling out months in advance and a waiting list for places. Says Karen Himsworth, Waitrose Cookery School Manager: “The British love affair with baking is still on the rise and it's not just cakes that are being whipped up at home.

“Home bakers are bread making in increasing numbers and we've seen more and more men rolling up their sleeves and getting stuck into proving and kneading. It's the course that has seen the sharpest increase in male students in the last two years, which we’re attributing to The Great British Bake Off and the popularity of celebrity Baker, Paul Hollywood. There's a real science behind creating bread from scratch and provides a real work out in the kitchen. Presenting a freshly baked loaf definitely scores man points at home.” Waitrose unveiled a state of the art cookery school in London in October 2010, cementing its position as the destination for everyone who cares about and loves good food. The 4,600

ft² cookery school comprises a theatre, teaching area, dining area, bar and kitchen. It was the first UK supermarket to own and operate a cookery school which employs sixteen highly skilled chefs to deliver expertise and theatre. On offer are a choice of cookery classes, including sessions focusing on particular cuisine styles such as Indian or Italian, to more skillsbased sessions such as butchery and knife-skills. The baking classes launched in 2010 when the cookery school opened and costs £105 for a very hands on cookery day which includes learning how to knead and bake your way to a perfect loaf. This is then followed by lunch and chef demonstrations with all customers taking home their baked goods.

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Health & Beauty

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Mental Health and the Gut

(Do not read if you are eating your breakfast)

BEFORE anti-depressants were invented in back in the 1950’s, mental illness was often treated surgically. In fact, alarmingly, in 1949 the inventor of the lobotomy was awarded the Nobel Prize. Before tens of thousands were lobotomized, however, colectomy was all the rage. There was a theory that bad bacteria in the gut was the cause of mental illness. So the cure was to surgically remove the colon. Yes, the surgery killed about one in three, but when they didn’t die, surgeons claimed positive results! Others, though, suggested a less drastic approach, proposing that you could instead treat

Denise Kelly Naturopathic Nutritional Therapist this “intestinal putrefaction” by changing the intestinal flora. Over a century ago there were reports of successfully treating psychiatric illnesses like depression with a dietary regimen that included probiotics. Doctors perceived a connection between depression and “feces deficient in quantity and moisture and very offensive in odor.” Reportedly, after the probiotic regimen not only did people feel better psychologically,

Get serious about colon health A lifetime of straining to pass stools that aren’t softened and bulked up by fiber can eventually balloon pockets out through the weakest points in the wall of our colons. These bulging out-pouchings can get inflamed,

but they had their “feces increase in quantity, become softer, and of regular consistency, and the offensive smell diminished” Concurrent with the probiotics, however, all patients were started on a vegetarian diet, so it may not have been the probiotics at all? This entire field of inquiry remained dormant for about a hundred years, but a new discipline has recently emerged known as enteric (meaning intestinal) neuroscience. Our enteric nervous system, basically the collection of nerves in our gut, has been referred to as a “second brain” given its size, complexity, and similarity. We have as many nerves in our gut as we do in our spinal cord. The size and complexity of our gut brain is not

infected, and even lead to a life-threatening rupture of our intestines. Literally thousands of people in the UK are hospitalised every year for this very preventable condition.

surprising when considering the challenges modern life throws at it. Anyone who’s had butterflies in their stomach knows that our mental state can affect our gut, but can our gut affect our mental state? Studies show that every day stresses can actually affect gut flora population. I see many people suffering from chronic fatigue syndrome who are also complaining of gut dysfunction. Over the years researchers have tried giving sufferers of depression and fatigue probiotics to see if their mental emotional and physical state could be improved and in many cases it did appear to help. One month of probiotics appears to significantly decrease symptoms of anxiety, depression, anger and

hostility and it may also help with weight control and serve up anticancer compounds too. However, as I always state, clean up your diet, eat less meat and consume plenty of the green stuff. Your brain will thank you for it and your vitality will increase making the world a great place to be!

For a full consultation and Asyra Medical Test with Denise and to find out just what’s going on in your body, please contact her on info@denisekelly.co.uk or 01243 528040. Denise Kelly is a BANT (British association of Nutritional therapists) registered Naturopathic Nutritional Therapist. She writes Nutrition Programs for a variety of organisations and has a private practise in Chichester, West Sussex. @DkNutrition

Micro incision cataract surgery By Mr Peter Fox, Consultant Ophthalmic Surgeon at Chichester Nuffield Hospital

A CATARACT is a clouding of the lens within the eye, most are due to the normal effects of ageing of the eye, it can be compared with a window that is frosted or covered in steam. Some patients develop cataracts due to other factors, such as an injury to the eye, existing medical problems such as diabetes or a family history. The most common symptoms include poor night vision, needing brighter light to read, painless blurring of vision and more frequent prescription changes for glasses. It is important to remember that cataracts are not a cause of irreversible blindness, they do not spread from one eye to the other and is not a film developing over the eye. Most cataracts are detected by your optician during a routine sight test and the majority of patients simply need a change of glasses in the early stages of cataract development. Not all symptoms of visual loss are due to cataract, there may be other reasons such as problems with the retina or the optic nerve, but as a consultant ophthalmic surgeon I will be able to discuss the likely visual

improvement after surgery. Cataracts develop differently for each patient and although most age related cataracts develop over years, cataracts in younger people and those with diabetes can rapidly worsen over a period of months. As the cataract develops and begins to interfere with daily activities then surgery should be considered. Modern cataract surgery is considered to be a highly successful procedure with improved vision in over 90% of cases; I continually audit the outcomes of all of my cataract surgery, currently over 3300 cases. Cataract surgery is usually carried out under local anaesthetic and does not normally require the patient to stay in hospital. During the 1990's there was a dramatic change in cataract surgery with the introduction of small incision phaco-emulsification which replaced the need for a large sutured incision. Also during the 1990's the lenses used changed from rigid to foldable implants and this further

reduced the incision size. Currently micro incision surgery using the Stellaris phaco-emulsification system at the Chichester Nuffield Hospital has reduced the incision size even further to 2.2mm and offers the patient rapid visual recovery due to quicker wound healing, and the smaller incision leads to a lower risk of infection post operatively. As with all surgical procedures, you should take the time to discuss with your ophthalmic surgeon the details of your own medical history and the risks and benefits of the procedure. Please call 01243 753 010 for more information.

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Majority of parents are ‘pushing’ children towards careers SIX IN TEN parents admit to trying to push their child down a particular career route, it has been revealed. Researchers found that parents are trying to influence their child’s career or education plans, with many admitting it’s to try and convince them to follow the path they wish they had taken. Other reasons for the pushy parenting include simply wanting the best for them, trying to stop them making the same mistakes they did or even to encourage their

IT SEEMS Home Secretary Theresa May has become an unlikely style icon as high street retailer Debenhams has reported a 60% increase in sales of its Leopard print ballerina pumps. Mrs May, renowned for her love of eye-catching footwear, was first spotted sporting a pair of Leopard print kitten heels at the Tory party conference back in 2002, promoting multiple headlines and praise from fashion commentators.Since then she has been photographed wearing a variety of animal skins and footwear with distinctive details at various party conferences including a pair of Diamanté encrusted lace-ups at Monday’s Tory conference, Zebra

offspring to follow in their footsteps. But almost four in ten admit they think they have piled too much pressure on their children over their career choices. The study also found that one in five parents are more likely to try and influence their daughters’ choices, compared to just 13% who heap more pressure on their sons. A spokesman for British Glass, which commissioned the research to mark the launch of its Women in Manufacturing initiative, said:

print heels in 2003, Snakeskin courts in 2011 and most notably, a pair of Leopard print Wellies at the Winter Gardens in 2007 to highlight a community gardening project. Leopard print pumps are currently outselling their black counterparts by 3 to 1, proving that we are moving away from black in search of a new classic, bosses at Debenhams have dubbed this ‘The Theresa May Effect’.Natelle Baddeley, Head of Design, Accessories said ‘Leopard print was once seen as very loud and harsh, it’s reinvention as a classic print has been extremely well received by our customers who see a printed shoe as a great finishing touch to an outfit.”

“It’s natural for parents to want the best for their children, so it’s only right that they are there to offer guidance and advice at a time when their children are making some of the most important decisions of their life. “But because of this, it’s important that the decision young people do make is what they really want to do – not what mum or dad wants them to do. “It’s especially worrying to see that it’s daughters who are most likely to be pushed into something compared to sons. “This highlights the importance of providing young people and their parents with careers advice that is not governed by gender stereotypes.” The study of 2,000 parents of children aged 13 and over found that 61% admit to trying to influence their child’s career choices in some way. But while 28% just drop the odd hint, 27% admit they just come out and tell their child exactly what they want them to do. 38% have even enlisted the help of a friend or even their child’s friend to help talk their child into, or out of, a particular decision about their career or education choice. Researchers found that while 68% try to talk their children into a certain route because they want nothing but the best for them, three in ten said it’s because they want

them to go to university. Almost one in five believe their children are more capable than they think while 16% don’t want to be stuck in the same career they have been. Wanting them to study a certain subject at college or university, earn a particular amount of money or even not wanting them to go to university at all are also among the reasons for the pushy parenting. Almost four in ten have even rowed with their children because they were trying to talk them into something or they were making a decision they didn’t agree with. But one in three admitted they worry that pushing their child into a certain job or career may lead to them being unhappy in the future, with a quarter regretting the impression they tried to make on their offspring. Half (52%) of respondents admitted to being a pushy parent, while a further 77% owned up to trying to influence their child’s decisions once in a while. Other than career choices, school work, their friends and even their reading or musical tastes are also on the list of things parents try to influence. Dave Dalton, CEO of British Glass and The Glass Academy, added: “The results of this research support our reasons for launching the Women in Manufacturing initiative.

“There is a preconceived idea about jobs in engineering and manufacturing with parents and teachers either knowingly or unknowingly perpetuating the gender stereotypes that women should enter caring professions and men should go into science and maths based professions. “Modern manufacturing and engineering is a technologically advanced and innovative sector so we need to raise awareness of the numerous well paid, exciting and fulfilling career opportunities available to inspire more girls and young women to study STEM (science, technology, engineering and maths) subjects and go into careers in the industry.”

31st January - 6th February

Horoscopes from Kimi Aries 21 March – 20 April Because you have some challenging decisions to make you are in a nostalgic mood and a little at sea emotionally. You are full of ‘what ifs’! Don’t feed these insecurities. Give yourself a little time to reflect and you will soon realize that you did indeed make the right decisions and the ones you make now will be right too! Taurus 21 April – 21 May Your life seems to be racing along almost uncontrollably at the moment. Although things seem exciting they can be quite frightening too. You have to trust that all will be well. This is a time for letting all those forces play out and you will be astounded at the results. The focus of excitement is on home and love. Gemini 22 May – 21 June You find change unsettling and this is a week of change. I know it’s difficult for you to embrace this, particularly if it is significant or

rapid change but things will truly turn out for the best. This week you need to focus on redrawing the boundaries in relationships or at least tackling some insecurity you may have. Cancer 22 June – 22 July You may feel a little constrained at the beginning of the week and stifled. This is not the time to make bold decisions with regard to your domestic situation or your career. As you move towards the weekend your choices will become clearer and the benefits of being circumspect also. Then is the time to follow your heart. Leo 23 July – 22 Aug Your thoughts turn to travel this week and combining this with some form of self education, self discovery, exploration or fulfillment; or all of the above. Remember though, however intrinsically fulfilling these activities are they will need paying for. So keep a weather eye on your finances. Although man cannot live by bread alone he cannot live without it!

Virgo 23 Aug – 23 Sept You may have been involved in formal therapy sessions recently or undergone some self analysis and now better understand your own physical and spiritual needs. This is a time for new beginnings, fresh starts and new challenges but this doesn’t mean old friendships have to be abandoned. In fact this week could bring back an old flame back! Libra 24 Sept – 23 Oct You hold all the cards this week and are in a very powerful position but make sure you keep this to yourself. You do not want to been seen as smug or controlling. Play it cool and you should get what you want. This is a great week for parties whether it be birthday, engagement or well just for fun! Scorpio 24 Oct – 22 Nov You’ll be making a hospital visit or

dealing with someone in need of a little TLC sometime soon. Your attentiveness will be rewarded. This is a great time for nurturing that creativity that is so much a part of your being. Try to find time for that art or literary project you have shelved for far too long! Sagittarius 23 Nov – 21 Dec You are beginning to realize that actually you are pretty good at what you do! Over the coming weeks more career opportunities will open up. If you make the most of this new found confidence your rise should be rapid if not meteoric! Indulge yourself this week with a little shopping spree. Not too heavy on the plastic though! Capricorn 22 Dec – 20 Jan There is no point worrying about things you can’t change. You are wasting energy if you do this. As the saying goes you have to “learn to accept what you cannot change”. Focus on

all the good things that are happening right now, have faith and trust that the cosmos may know better than you what is good for you! Aquarius 21 Jan – 19 Feb You and only you can make the decisions that you know have to be made. Don’t listen to so called “good advice” those delivering it may well have their own hidden agenda. Once you have made your mind up and start taking steps to make things happen you may well be surprised at who turns out to be your ally! Pisces 20 Feb – 20 March You need to show yourself the same tenderness you would show to others, this week. Don’t be too self critical. You have done well so far in coping with a difficult situation. Perhaps now is the time to ask for some support. Towards the end of the week there may be issues surrounding friends and travel.

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Fall in love with London VALENTINE'S DAY is upon us once more, so why not take a trip to the capital and plan something extra special for your loved one this year. London's hotels, restaurants and attractions are offering a whole host of romantic activities and unique packages to help you create the perfect Valentine's celebration for your special someone. VisitLondon.com, the capital's official visitor guide, highlights some of the best romantic offerings in town... The ultimate date night Follow in the footsteps of the great Lord Nelson and set up a secret rendezvous with your beloved at The Gun, Docklands - the meeting point for the famous officer and his mistress Lady Emma Hamilton. Just one couple will get the chance to arrive by boat from central London to The Gun's stunning River Room and enjoy panoramic views across the Thames whilst sampling a delicious five course meal and champagne cocktails. Music lovers can enjoy a late

night jazz event at an iconic London building as the Royal Albert Hall plays host to a romantic evening of Parisian folk music performed by Oh La La! Guests can combine this evening of music with a sumptuous sharing platter, dessert and a bottle of champagne in the intimate Elgar Room. Contemporary steakhouse, STK will collaborate with exclusive florist, By Appointment Only to create bespoke catwalk bouquets for diners. Inspired by leading international fashion designers from Valentino to Katrantzou, the bouquet is delivered to your table alongside dessert, making for the perfect Valentine's gift. Film fanatics will appreciate the exclusive Film & Fizz experience at One Aldwych. Following a Valentine's dinner, guests move on to the hotel's luxury screening room to watch a romantic comedy with a glass of bubbles. If a proposal is on the cards, head to London Hilton on Park Lane this

Valentine's Day. The hotel is inviting couples to 'POP' the question at POP Bar. Couples who successfully cement their relationship will receive a complimentary bottle of champagne.

Special hotel stays One lucky couple will enjoy a luxurious overnight stay at Grosvenor House, A JW Marriott Hotel and a unique dining experience at Richard Corrigan's adjoining restaurant - in Richard's personal library. The couple will be treated to canapés, a tasting menu with sommelier matched wines, champagne, petit fours and flowers, before going straight to their Executive Suite for another champagne reception. Another indulgent Valentine's getaway can be found at The Landmark London in Marylebone. The package begins with a luxury chauffeur-driven journey to the hotel, before checking into presidential suite. Couples are also treated to a private three course candlelit dinner served by a private headwaiter - and a

Delve into Tibet’s fascinating history from the rooftop of the world WITH its snow-capped peaks and dramatic valleys, Tibet’s remote location has helped preserve its unspoilt landscapes making it a remarkable holiday destination. Since opening up to tourism in 1985, this Buddhist territory known as ‘the rooftop of the world’ has become famous for its high-altitude treks through the towering Himalayas. However, with this mystical nation peppered with a myriad of monasteries and a wealth of history, its appeal spreads well beyond pure adrenaline pursuits. Whilst UK visitors to Tibet have traditionally been restricted to joining group tours, Rickshaw Travel’s range of modular options have opened up the country to independent exploration, with private tours accompanied by knowledgeable local guides and drivers. The starting point for most Tibetan adventures is Lhasa, whose status as one of the world’s most religious cities may not be entirely unconnected to its high altitude. Despite its dizzy elevation at 3,600m, Lhasa is one of Tibet’s lowest lying areas so the three-night Prayer Flags in the Wind module is the ideal

way to step back in time and start acclimatising to the altitude. The first few days are kept free for leisurely walks to the city’s holiest temple, Jokhang, to follow the holy Barkhor circuit around the sacred site and to watch locals stock up on prayer wheels and yak butter at the local market. Once acclimatised, the tour heads high above the city on day three to Potala Palace - the Dalai Lama’s former home - to enjoy the breath-taking views before visiting another beautiful nearby monastery. Prices start from £255pp based on two people sharing, including private transfer from the airport to the hotel, three nights in an air-conditioned hotel, a day trip exploring the capital and its surrounding area with an English-speaking guide plus entrance to the Potala Palace. For those who feel a trip to Tibet would be incomplete without time amongst some of the world’s highest mountains, the four-day On Top of the World module offers an insight into Tibetan spirituality against a majestic backdrop. The trip is a feast for all the senses, from the chanting monks and distinctive scent of butter lamps at Samye, the country’s oldest

monastery, to the sacred lake at Yamdrok, whose turquoise waters are fed by streams descending from the snowy peaks which surround it,. Prices start from £778pp based on two people sharing. This includes three nights accommodation, all transport, driver, English-speaking guide and permits. Having crossed the Nyangchu Valley to Shigatse, home of the large golden stupa of Tashilhunpo, it’s a straightforward journey to Tibet’s Heavenly Lake for the chance to camp out on the shores of Lake Namtso. The serene beauty of this ‘heavenly’ area, as its name translates, is magnified by the proximity of the world’s highest saltwater lake (4,730m) to the heavens above. The two-day stay ensures that no one need choose between the chance to enjoy this natural wonder at sunset or sunrise. Prices start from £235pp based on two people sharing, including one night’s guest house accommodation, transport, driver, English-speaking guide and entrance to the Namtso National Park. For a full range of Tibet modules and itineraries, visit rickshawtravel.co.uk.

90 minute spa treatment. For a taste of the Mediterranean, celebrate Valentine's Day at the InterContinental London Park Lane and enjoy their Dine & Stay experience. Sample a three course rustic Italian dinner in the award-winning Theo Randall at the InterContinental, and then slip upstairs for a luxurious overnight stay. All guests also enjoy 30% off Spa InterContinental where they can pamper before the big night.

And for something a little different... Break with tradition and brave the depths of SEALIFE London Aquarium with your loved one. Share their unique 'Snorkeling with Sharks' experience and get up close and personal with over 15 magnificent sharks. Couples who revel in the great outdoors can enjoy their very own bespoke itinerary courtesy of London walks company, Fox & Squirrel. 'Routes for Romance' are customised illustrated guides to a special day out

in London, catering specifically to the tastes of the couple. The routes and the couple's story are illustrated by a London-based artist before being packaged and posted in time for the big day. For more adventure, relive the excitement of the 2012 Games by taking your other half on a walking tour of the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park with a Blue Badge tourist guide. This two-hour tour concludes with a refreshing glass of bubbly. Those who prefer to stay in one spot can spend Valentine's evening under the stars at the Royal Observatory Greenwich, including a planetarium show with sparkling wine and a chance to do some stargazing through the 18-tonne Victorian telescope. For some literary romance, St James Theatre will be running a special playwriting workshop entitled, Love, Lovers & Love Stories (Saturday 15 February), where classic and modern stories of love will spark inspiration amongst budding playwrights and couples.

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Brain Gym Brain Gym

Double Crossword Double Crossword

No.155

Cryptic Clues:

Each number in the grid represents a different letter of the alphabet and every letter of the alphabet is used. Use the given letter(s) to the right of the main grid to start you off.

7 8

Last week’s solutions: 2

D A X M N V K R U J H B L

E G Q O Z S W

T C F

How you rate: 15 words - average; 25 words - good; 35 words - very good; 40 or more - excellent.

Sudoku Sudoku

Across

Down

7. Desert dweller with the French kind of farming (6) 8. A long time after the point of second childhood (6) 10. Mountain chain at the end of the street is unusual (7) 11. In this way the cover is substantial (5) 12. The way one walks to make an entrance, we hear (4) 13. Steer clear of a vacuum (5) 17. Petulant enough to change sides (5) 18. What the wound leaves behind causes endless alarm (4) 22. Could be cited as an authoritative statement (5) 23. Luck brings a great deal of money (7) 24. Rescues about fifty bondmen (6) 25. Southern region near a Greek state (6)

1. An extract taken from “The Ocean Voyage” (7) 2. Fastener for locks (4-3) 3. Often seen in the heavens, but not quite a heavenly body (5) 4. The pirate has an ill-mannered appearance, we hear (7) 5. Attack southern state fighting on the same side (5) 6. Finds one’s way to the western extremities (5) Quick Clues: 9. Doesn’t continue Across when the fall has taken place? (6,3) 7. Journey (6) 14. The sort of hood for 8. Trade by exchange (6) a monk (7) 10. Sailor (7) 15. Get a group of singers, by the 11. Artless (5) sound of it (7) 16. Magazine containing 12. Observe (4) material likely to 13. Bury (5) cause a report (7) 17. Lukewarm (5) 19. Most satisfactory surroundings for a 18. Sharpen (4) wild animal (5) 22. Name (5) 20. Cleric taking part in civic arrangements 23. Try (7) (5) 24. Mourn (6) 21. Cuts what farmers 25. Modern (6) produce (5)

Kakuro Kakura

P Y

Wordsquare Wordsquare

E C C H N R Y A I

11 12

Give yourself ten minutes to find as many words as possible using the letters in the grid. Each word must use the central letter and at least 3 others, and letters may be used only once. You cannot use plurals, foreign words or proper nouns, but verb forms ending in ‘s’ are permitted. There is one 9-letter word to be found.

12 6

6 17

Circlegram Circlegram

1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 9. 14. 15. 16. 19. 20. 21.

Endurance (7) Relate (7) Intended (5) Artist (7) Garret (5) Command (5) Chief (9) Mislead (7) Cry feebly (7) Law (7) Platform (5) Peel (5) Scatter (5)

Fill in the white squares with numbers 1 to 9. Each horizontal block must add up to the number in the shaded square to its left, and each vertical block to the number above. Numbers may be used once in each block. Last week’s solutions:

Last week’s solutions:

11 7 4

29 7 3

amir, arming, armpit, gamin, gamp, gram, grim, impart, implant, laming, lamp, limn, limp, magi, mail, main, malign, malt, malting, margin, marlin, mart, martin, mating, migrant, milt, mint, mitral, palm, palming, pitman, pram, prim, primal, ramp, ramping, taming, tamp, tamping, tram, tramp, tramping, trampling, trim.

3 16

13 12

7 4

7 4 8 6 1 2 6 8 4 3 1 6 5 9 7 7 5 3 4 8 6 4 1 3 8 3 9 2

G A E U I A R S ? U L A L A

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Last week’s solutions: The letter represented by the question mark is M. Cambodia, Malaysia, Vietnam, all South East Asian countries.

Alphamuddle Alphamuddle

Rearrange the letters in the grid B to make five words that read both across and down. Five letters have been placed to start you off.

27 16

Replace the question mark with a letter so that the letters within each circle can be arranged to form words on a common theme. What are the three words, and the letter represented by the question mark?

Down

Scribble pad

8 4 6 1 5 2 9 6 8 8 7 3 1 5 1 2 6 4 7 6 7 1 3 5 7

L C C

Fill in the grids below so that every column, every row and each of the 3x3 boxes contains all the digits from 1 to 9.

Simple

CRYPTIC - Across: 1 Muses; 4 Desired; 8 Starter; 9 Grass; 10 Need; 11 Underman; 13 Ties; 14 Stud; 16 Specious; 17 Fare; 20 Agree; 21 Tactile; 22 Demeter; 23 Sheet. Down: 1 Misunderstand; 2 State; 3 Site; 4 Daring; 5 Segments; 6 Rearmed; 7 Disengagement; 12 Penitent; 13 Theorem; 15 Cutter; 18 Amine; 19 Acts. QUICK - Across: 1 Appal; 4 Pretend; 8 Lookout; 9 Plaid; 10 Glee; 11 Unwieldy; 13 Bred; 14 Mild; 16 Hygienic; 17 Flag; 20 Agile; 21 Overdue; 22 Sweeten; 23 Dress. Down: 1 At loggerheads; 2 Prove; 3 Loot; 4 Potent; 5 Explicit; 6 Enabled; 7 Daddy-long-legs; 12 Vehement; 13 Beguile; 15 Disown; 18 Ledge; 19 Tend.

Choose either quick or cryptic clues.

Codeword Crossword

Last week’s solutions:

Intermediate

Difficult

Last week’s solutions: > From top to bottom Simple, Intermediate, Difficult

E E C R L A E

O E O C D

O A C C A

R S O O T

A E S L E

Last week’s solutions: Found, Oiler, Ultra, Nervy, Drays.

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Landlords look to the New Year with optimism LANDLORDS are looking to 2014 with an increasing sense of optimism for the wider buy-to-let market and the performance of their rental portfolios, a report by Paragon Mortgages has revealed. The specialist buy-to-let lender’s Q4 PRS Trends survey of around 200 landlord customers, found that 38% of landlords are feeling optimistic about the prospects for

their portfolio. During the second half of 2013 landlords’ optimism has been at the highest level recorded. Those surveyed were also feeling positive about the value of their property investments with a third (33%) expecting an increase in net value in 2014. This has also been an upward trend, having dipped to an all-time low between 2008/2009

and remaining relatively flat through 2010 – 2012. Just over a fifth of landlords are planning to invest in further buyto-let property in the first quarter of 2014. Of those landlords looking to buy, large-scale landlords were more likely to expect to purchase property (25%) than small-scale landlords (8%). John Heron, Director of

Mortgages, said: “2013 has been a good year for buy-to-let and landlords certainly seem to be more active in the market. We have seen a steady increase in the levels of optimism among our landlord customers, and this looks set to stay in the New Year. “We expect buy-to-let lending market wide in 2013 to be in the region of £20 billion and whilst

this would represent a material level of growth over 2012 we should keep things in perspective. This only takes us back to the level of buy-to-let lending that we had ten years ago and over that period the private rented sector has increased by 80%. Any talk of boom conditions in the buyto-let market would appear to be premature indeed.”

Almost two thirds of first time buyers receive help in saving a deposit THE BANK of Mum and Dad still has an important role to play for First Time Buyers, with almost two thirds receiving help in saving a deposit for their first property, according to research from Clydesdale and Yorkshire Banks. The Annual First Time Buyers Research from the Banks highlighted that 63% benefit from financial support when taking their first step onto the property ladder. The Bank of Mum and Dad was key for 50% of respondents with 28% receiving a loan and 22% benefitting from the gift of a deposit from their parents or another family member. Potential homeowners in the

Midlands are benefiting from the highest levels of support with 67% receiving help, closely followed by London and the South East. The lowest levels of help are in the East, however still more than half (52%) have had support in saving a deposit. Regional Breakdown of receiving help in saving a deposit: Region - % receiving help Midlands 67% London 66% South East 66% Wales 65% Yorkshire 65% UK average 63% North East 62%

North West 62% Scotland 59% South West 58% East 52% The largest proportion of those surveyed (30%) had received between 10 and 20% of the value of their new home with a further 37% benefitting from between 5 and 10%. For the largest percentage (25%) of the First Time Buyers surveyed it took between one and two years to save a deposit, however for almost one in five (18%) it took between four and five years to manage to put aside the required deposit for their first property. Length of time to save deposit

1 to 2 years 25% 4 to 5 years 18% 6 months to a year 18% 2 to 3 years 17% 3 to 4 years 10% Over 5 years 7% Less than 6 months 4% Andrew Pearce, Retail Director for Clydesdale and Yorkshire Banks, said: “This research underlines the challenges that First Time Buyers can face when trying to take their first steps onto the property ladder. “Many people can struggle to save a deposit and our survey highlights that a significant proportion turn to family and friends for financial support.”

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A well presented two bedroom first floor apartment situated in a private marine estate with 150 yards of the gated access to the beach. G.F.H., u.P.V.C. dble glazing, attractive living room combining the lounge & kitchen with doors to South facing balcony, bathroom, allocated parking, South facing communal gardens. NO FORWARD CHAIN. EPC RATING: B

£219,000

A well presented two bedroom semi-detached bungalow situated in a cul-de-sac approximately 400 yards from shops and the beach. Bus services to Chichester and Bognor Regis are available around a 100 yards away. The current owners have modernised and refurbished the property in recent years and the specification now includes: gas fired heating, dble glazing, u.P.V.C. fascias & soffits, living room with patio doors overlooking the delightful rear garden, refitted kitchen, bathroom, parking & rear garden. EPC RATING: D

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A one bedroom close care apartment in the grounds of the Royal Bay care and nursing home, purpose built to be ‘elderly user friendly’ with many safety features and the availability of any level of assistance from the care home. The property has been recently refurbished with new carpets, replacement shower room, refurbished kitchen and an internal redecoration. Gas c.h., double glazing, living room and a communal laundry room EPC rating is C

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as such, we’re incredibly excited to offer it for auction.” The car, offered with an estimate of between £75,000 to £85,000, is presented in black with a black leather interior, manual gearbox and has covered just 31,800 miles. When choosing the car Braga made sure it was set to the same specification that Senna chose for his own NSX and is regarded as the ultimate combination for the car. This year sees the 20th anniversary of the death of the racing icon and the car could prove a great investment for buyers with heightened interest in the much admired model as the 25th anniversary of its introduction approaches next year. Senna was personally involved in the development of the NSX due to Honda supplying engines to the McLaren F1 team, a partnership which is set to resume again for the 2015 season. For more information on the car visit silverstoneauctions.com/ honda-nsx-senna.

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