All about Angmering February 2024 by allaboutwestsussex

FEBRUARY 2024 ISSUE 168

All about Angmering

Community Magazine and Business Directory

Editor and Publisher:

Helen Holt

Editorials and Advertisements

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All about Angmering is independently published. 4,100 copies are distributed free through the door to homes in Angmering and Clapham.

Thank You

to all the businesses, the parish council office and the community centre who hold extra copies of the magazine. We would also like to thank all of the advertisers as without them, this magazine would not be possible.

March 2024 deadlines

Editorial submissions, advertising copy 1st February. Finished artwork by 2nd February.

Disclaimer

All about Angmering cannot be held responsible for any errors or omissions or endorse companies, products or services that appear in the magazine. Please note that information is correct at the time of going to press.

Welcome to the February issue

February is a day longer in 2024, and the 29th is tradi onally the day that women can propose. My Mum proposed to my Dad on 29th February 1964 a er having met a few weeks before. We celebrate their 60th Wedding Anniversary later this year!

Chinese New Year Celebra ons take place on the 10th of February, welcoming the Year of the Dragon. People born under this sign are said to be intelligent, charisma c, and very lucky. In China, the birth rate rises drama cally during a Dragon year as everyone wants their child to have those posi ve traits.

Shrove Tuesday occurs on the 13th of February this year when we tradi onally eat sweet or savoury pancakes. You don’t have to be religious to enjoy this custom, it dates back to the 15th century when people would race and have compe ons tossing pancakes.

Whatever you do in February, make the most of this short month.

Helen and the All about Magazines team

Let’s Dance

Let’s Dance will begin the new term on Friday 5th January 2024. If you liked dancing when you were younger, or you would enjoy a session that is more than just ‘Keep Fit’, then this is to let you know that there is an exci ng opportunity to enjoy dance and ﬁtness with friendly people at ‘Let’s Dance.’

Dance oﬀers a sense of wellbeing as well as gentle exercise. Stamina and balance can be improved through movement as well as physical and mental agility.

A typical session includes gentle stretching, warm up to music then four or ﬁve dances which are set to a wide genre of music, to suit all tastes. The cool down at the end of the session oﬀers a chance to relax the mind as well as cool down our bodies.

The dances are wide‐ranging from a Greek dance, a Charleston, a medita ve Japanese Garden and some are guided movements to a set piece of music. Hilarity is o en a feature of the session, when we celebrate learning a dance, or that we have all gone wrong at the same me!

Currently, we are mee ng at Wave and are looking forward to returning to The Windmill Entertainment Centre when possible, our usual venue.

The session runs on a Friday at 9.30 for one hour. Coﬀee and a friendly chat a erwards are op onal. Do come and join us and have a free trial session.

We look forward to welcoming you.

Contact Jill on 07827 921430 for more details.

Unleash the Adventure: Out of Bounds

Where Every Age Finds its Thrill!

Winter may be nipping at our heels, but Out of Bounds is the hot cket to escape the ordinary and turn your day into a fantas c adventure with friends, family, work colleagues, schools and groups!

Nestled near Angmering, Out of Bounds is not just a des na on; it's an experience wai ng to unfold right on your doorstep along the A259.

As one of Sussex's premier adventure and ac vity des na ons, Out of Bounds wears its badge proudly, renowned for transforming mundane days into thrilling escapades suitable for all ages and abili es.

Ac vi es include ‐ Clip ‘n Climb, Interac ve Ten Pin Bowling, Safari Themed Adventure Golf with 18 holes, Mul ‐level So Play, Adventure Nets, Jumping Pillows, and the excitement of Laser Tag. And that's just the beginning!

Need a refuel? The café/restaurant is a haven serving up a deligh ul array of light bites, home‐made burgers, stone‐baked pizzas, toas es, barista coﬀee, cold drinks, fruit smoothies, homemade tray bakes, ice cream, and so much more.

Age is just a number at Out of Bounds. From the niest tots enjoying our award‐winning so play to our esteemed seniors relishing special weekday rates on our brand‐new interac ve ten pin bowling lanes there really is something for everyone.

Ac vi es are individually priced, with an array of oﬀers like Childminder Discounts, Dine ‘n’ Bowl, Mul ‐Buy Packages, Mega Value Day Tickets, Senior Rates, Services Discounts, Seasonal Oﬀers, Home Educa on Sessions, and reduced Group Rates to ensure everyone can join the adventure.

Out of Bounds isn't just a des na on; it's an award‐winning Party Venue perfect for Birthday Par es, School & Group bookings, and Corporate Events for groups from 15 to 350!

Private func on rooms equipped with an overhead projector, Apple TV, and Wi‐Fi elevate your mee ngs, training sessions, workshops, and team‐building ac vi es. Exclusive venue hire is also available.

Ready for an immersive, enjoyable ac vity experience perfect for everyone? Pack your enthusiasm and visit Out of Bounds! To secure your spot in the excitement, call 01903 788 588, email info@out‐of‐bounds.co.uk, or book online at www.out‐of‐bounds.co.uk.

The Adventure Awaits – Escape the Ordinary, Go Out of Bounds!

“I really couldn’t exist without the help of Guild Care. This is truly a lifeline service for me which I couldn’t do without.”

Home Care client

Person-centred care and support in your own home

Guild Care are Worthing’s leading and most established social care charity. Our vison is for all people in need of care to live fulfilling, safe and secure lives. Our home care service enables older people and vulnerable adults to lead better quality lives whilst remaining safe and comfortable in their own homes. We offer support with:

Personal care Companionship Respite

Household duties Well-being checks Medication

Meal preparation We cover: Worthing, Ferring, Goring, Rustington, East Preston, Lancing, Shoreham, Angmering and surrounding areas. Join our team, we are looking for dedicated carers.

homecare@guildcare.org Get in touch with our friendly team for more

01903 528637 or 07866 781827 www.guildcare.org/homecare

Guild Care is a registered charity, number 1044658.

Reminiscences of Old Angmering (1)

by Neil Rogers‐Davis

Mrs Emily Baker (née Short) was born in Angmering in 1889. The following are her reminiscences of Angmering, wri en as a result of a compe on organised by the West Sussex Gaze e in 1963 in which they requested memories from senior ci zens.

I was born on 14 February, 1889 and grew up in Angmering. I remember Queen Victoria's Diamond Jubilee in 1897. I was at school at the me and all the children marched down to Angmering Sta on to catch a train to Arundel where celebra ons were held in Arundel Park. Each of us was given a mug as a memento.

On my way home from school one day I saw the first motor car outside The Lamb Inn. All the children crowded around it and we thought it was marvellous. When it moved off with a man with a red flag in front, we were astounded.

We lived in a co age in Water Lane on the spot where there is now a petrol sta on (then Faulkner’s and later DBS and Chandlers garages – soon to be McCarthy & Stone re rement apartments). Around about 1895, my father had a donkey and cart ‐ we had a small ﬁeld with a big walnut tree in it where he used to keep the donkey. Joined to the ﬁeld was a long piece of allotment which reached halfway along Water Lane (see photo of lane about that date). It was rented from the Somerset family at Castle Goring. It seems unbelievable, but the rent was just 18s 0d a year.

My father, William, was a thatcher and some mes in the winter he never earned a penny in six weeks because of rain, frost, snow and high winds. Wages were so low for the working man in those days ‐ their families didn't live, they just existed. Some people call them "the good old days" but I would call them "the bad old days". When I went to school, there were so many ragged children.

Two doors away from where we lived was an old lady who used to make the parish soup.

During the morning, the working‐class women would come over the li le s le at the back of our house for a pint of the soup which cost them 2d.

In 1900, during the Boer War, to celebrate the Relief of Mafeking, we had a great big roaring ﬁre on the Village Green and lighted tar barrels were rolled down the High Street. Some of the local farmers were carried on poles around the ﬁre and there was much singing. At other mes there were "cheap jacks" on the Village Green. None of these things would be allowed there now!

Between 1900 and 1910 my father received an old age pension of 5s 0d per week. However, every so o en a 'snooper' would call and look around and, if he thought you had a few pieces of decent furniture, he thought you didn't need the money. People do not know how well oﬀ they are today.

(These reminiscences are extracted from the now out of print booklet “Angmering –Reminiscences of bygone days”, produced by Neil Rogers‐Davis and published by The Angmering Society in 2003. Copies can s ll be viewed in Angmering Library).

The Angmering School Spellathon

A er several rounds of spelling words of increasing difficulty, the compe on came down to the final two contestants: Alfie Towner, the Y7 representa ve, and Michael Marshall, the Y11 representa ve. The final word was "playwright," and both students fought admirably to spell it correctly. In the end, it was Michael Marshall who emerged as the winner of the compe on, spelling "playwright" correctly to claim the tle of Angmering School spelling champion for 2023.

Angmering School held its annual Spellathon compe on in January, with students from across the school compe ng to become the school's spelling champion for 2023. The compe on was intense, with some outstanding performances from students of all ages. teachers involved, and it was evident that everyone had put in a lot of eﬀort to prepare for the event.

Alﬁe Towner put up a great ﬁght and can be proud of his performance in the compe on.

The event was a great success, with students, teachers, and parents all coming together to celebrate the achievements of the contestants. The compe on was a testament to the hard work and dedica on of the students and

Overall, it was a fantas c event that showcased the talent and dedica on of the students at Angmering School. Well done to everyone involved, and we look forward to next year's Spellathon compe on!

Ms Moe and Michael Marshall

Na onal Appren ceship Week

5th ‐ 11th February

Appren ceships in the UK represent one pathway for individuals seeking prac cal training and experience in a wide range of professions. They blend on‐the‐job training with academic learning, providing a unique opportunity for learners to earn while they learn.

An appren ceship is a structured training program that combines prac cal work with study. It allows individuals to gain hands‐on experience in a professional se ng while acquiring the necessary theore cal knowledge and skills. Appren ces are employed and earn a wage throughout their training, which can last between one and six years, depending on the level and ﬁeld of study.

The history of appren ceships in the UK dates back to the Middle Ages when young people would become appren ces in various trades to learn a skill or cra . Ini ally, these were primarily in manual trades like blacksmithing, carpentry, and masonry. Today, appren ceships cover a mul tude of sectors, offering pathways into careers as varied as engineering, IT, finance, healthcare, construc on, and crea ve arts. They range from entry‐level opportuni es (equivalent to GCSE or A‐level qualifica ons) to higher and degree appren ceships that can lead to bachelor’s or master’s degree qualifica ons. This wide‐ranging scope makes appren ceships accessible to a broad audience, from school leavers to career changers.

The benefits of appren ceships are manifold. For appren ces, they provide the opportunity to gain prac cal experience, develop job‐specific skills, and build a professional network, all while earning a salary. Appren ceships are par cularly beneficial for those who prefer learning in a hands‐on environment rather than in a tradi onal classroom se ng. They also offer an alterna ve route to higher educa on qualifica ons without the associated tui on fees.

For employers, appren ceships are an eﬀec ve way to develop a skilled workforce tailored to their speciﬁc needs. They enable businesses to train new and exis ng employees in the skills cri cal for their industries, fostering a commi ed and competent workforce.

Moreover, appren ceships play a signiﬁcant role in the broader economy by addressing skill gaps and boos ng produc vity. They oﬀer a pathway to upskill the workforce, meet the demands of emerging industries, and ensure that the UK's workforce is equipped to tackle future challenges.

In recent years, the UK government has ac vely promoted appren ceships, introducing incen ves for employers to oﬀer appren ceships, and also crea ng new standards to ensure the quality and relevance of appren ceship programs. This support underlines the recogni on of the value of appren ceships as a crucial tool for personal development, business growth, and economic prosperity.

Appren ceships oﬀer a unique blend of educa on and employment. They oﬀer a prac cal route into a wide range of careers, equipping people with the skills and experience needed for professional success. As the employment landscape evolves, appren ceships will undoubtedly con nue to play a key role in shaping the workforce of the future.

Editor’s Note: My son is currently in Year 3 of a degree appren ceship. Every six months he changes his placement so he is gaining experience in many diﬀerent roles. He lived in a student house for the ﬁrst two years and now lives with another young professional. The company pay him a salary and all of his student fees so he will come out with no debt, a degree, four years’ work experience and a job. Win‐win!

Tax

Richard Cohen, FPFS ACII MCSI Chartered Financial Planner

Nsure Financial Services 01903 821010

There are very few things that you can guarantee in life, however Taxes seem to be one of them.

Focusing on financial improvements isn’t always about looking for the perfect investment or obsessing over long‐term savings rates. One of the simplest elements to making the most of your hard‐earned cash is to look at how tax efficient you can be. It will come as no surprise that a large lump of your income disappears before it hits your bank account each month. Tax deduc ons come in various forms, from direct methods like Income Tax, Na onal Insurance or Corpora on taxes for business to changes in personal circumstances like Inheritance Tax. So can ge ng your house in order actually make a difference when it comes to how much tax you pay?

Between Autumn Statements, Budgets & Fiscal Events, there seems to be changes to our tax system every few months. The Chancellor has a limited arsenal at the best of mes, but when you throw in the need to weigh up poli cal considera ons (especially in the run to an elec on) verses the actual income the Treasury needs to fund the country, it becomes increasingly diﬃcult to balance where it all comes from.

On a personal level, there are a number of financial methods and products that can mi gate paying more tax than you need to. Please let me state quite firmly, this isn’t about looking at ways to avoid paying taxes you owe, it’s about collec vely arranging your finances to maximise their efficiency. It’s worth exploring what op ons are available to you, how easily you can make the changes and how big the benefits are.

Obviously, if you would like professional advice on this ma er or if you wish to discuss your ﬁnancial situa on, feel free to get in touch.

Bigger and be er Worthing Fes val

to return in June 2024

It’s oﬃcial, the Worthing Fes val is coming back next summer, with work already underway to deliver an even bigger and be er celebra on of arts and culture in the town.

Following the ambi ous debut fes val earlier this year, the mul ‐arts celebra on is conﬁrmed to be returning next summer for two weeks of ac on‐packed events covering music, dance, art, heritage, comedy and more. The fes val will run from 8th to 23rd June 2024.

Cllr Rita Garner, Worthing’s cabinet member for culture and leisure, was overwhelmed by the support for a second fes val following conversa ons with the town’s businesses and crea ve community. It’s es mated that the debut fes val brought more than 14,000 visitors to the town centre over nine days. With the support of the town’s ar sts, performers and businesses, the fes val’s organisers have been preparing a bigger and be er celebra on for the town next year. The Worthing Fes val was inspired through conversa ons between Worthing Borough Council and the town’s strong arts community, who asked for an event to help promote the wealth of local crea ve talent. A mul ‐arts fes val was decided upon and brought to life by Time for Worthing, the council’s oﬃcial tourism arm.

Next year’s celebra on will be longer than its predecessor to ensure a greater number of performances, events and workshops can be registered, as well as spread over more days by organisers.

Local venues and crea ves that are keen to par cipate in this year’s fes val are being invited to register their events from 15th January 2024 on the Worthing Fes val sec on of the Time for Worthing website.

Bookable support sessions will be held for event organisers in the run up to the fes val ‐ the ﬁrst of these will be on Thursday 18th January as part of Colonnade House’s Professional Development Week.

The oﬃcial branding for this year’s fes val will be revealed in the new year as part of a

compe on held for the talented students of Northbrook College. Last year, student Jessica Galbraith had her design front and centre of the fes val’s marke ng.

Cllr Rita Garner said: “It’s hugely exci ng to conﬁrm that the Worthing Fes val will be returning next summer.

“Following last year’s debut fes val it was amazing to hear how many people had a great me in the town enjoying the host of live music, crea ve workshops, heritage talks and comedy performances on oﬀer.

“By working together with our talented locals, great venues and town’s arts forum, we hope to deliver a bigger and be er fes val for our residents and visitors to enjoy next year.”

New social media accounts have also been launched on Facebook, Instagram and X to create dedicated pages where people can learn about the fes val and its events.

Las ng Powers of A orney

Have you considered what would happen to you if you were unable to manage your property, ﬁnances or health?

By preparing a Las ng Power of A orney you can protect yourself and those you love from ﬁnancial diﬃculty or decisions surrounding care.

Las ng Powers of A orney were introduced in 2007 to replace Enduring Powers of A orney, whilst including several steps to protect the person making the Power. If you have an Enduring Power of A orney this remains valid but can only be registered at Court to be used by the A orneys if the person making the Power is not able to make their own decisions. This can cause diﬃcul es for the A orneys as the current meframe for registra on at Court is approximately 6 months. If you lose capacity and have a Las ng Power of A orney this can be registered at Court immediately and can be used by A orneys without delay. Whilst we hope you never need to rely on a Power of A orney, having one in place removes any worries for the future if you lose the ability to make decisions yourself.

A Las ng Power of A orney will allow you to name friends, family or a Solicitor to help you by making those decisions on your behalf. This process can be undertaken by both legal and non‐legal applicants online or directly through the Court. If you have begun this process but become overwhelmed, unable to complete it, require an understanding of what is involved, or details about the 2 types of Las ng Powers (Property/ Financial and Health/Welfare), we can assist. Our Private Client Team can help prepare and register Powers at the Oﬃce of the Public Guardian.

Please contact: Sophie Careless‐Shore or Barbara Sykes

Tel: 01903 784447

Email scarelessshore@moyle.co.uk or bsykes@moyle.co.uk, or complete an online enquiry on our website ‐ www.moyle.co.uk

The Friendship Singers

We are a small, friendly women’s choir singing in three parts, soprano, mezzo soprano and alto and sing a variety of music styles from Hollywood musicals, popular classics, ABBA and folk tunes. We perform two main concerts a year, at Christmas and in the summer. Admission to our concerts is free, with donations invited for our chosen charity.

Our first concert for three years (following Covid lockdown) was a Christmas Concert held in December 2022. This was very well received and raised £307 for the local Ukraine project. As a result of an article in the January/February editions of “All about” magazine we were delighted to recruit a few more members which enhanced the choir’s performance and encouraged us to offer our services to local charities.

Throughout 2023 we sang for ‐Foresight: a charity that supports blind and partially sighted people

Haviland House Care Home, Worthing Green Willow Residential Care Home, East Preston

Our own summer concert attracted a very large audience. We selected the homelessness

charity “Turning Tides” as our favoured charity and we raised £502.

This year’s Christmas Concert, held in Rustington Methodist Church, raised £431 for the Chestnut Tree Children’s Hospice.

Rehearsals are held on Wednesday evenings at St Andrew’s Church, Holmes Lane, Rustington, from 7.30 – 9.30pm. We live up to our name and are a very friendly choir! Terry Warren is our conductor and Ann Waters is our accompanist. Spring term begins on 24th January 2024.

We would still like to recruit some new members so, if you read music, please think about joining us. If you are interested please email Margaret at margaretdwhite@gmail.com.

What’s On in and around Angmering

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Saturday 3rd February ‐ 10:30 to 11:15

Story Magic (Angmering Library)

These multi‐sensory sessions are specially for children and young people with additional needs. Stories are brought to life with props, sounds and smells. Story Magic takes place on the first Saturday of every month.

Saturday 3rd February ‐ 10:00 to 14:00

PreLoved Clothes Sale (Angmering Village Hall, Station Road)

Browse the rails for a bargain at this fundraiser for the British Heart Foundation and other local charities, supported by Angmering South Downs Rotary Club.

Saturday 3rd February ‐ 18:30

Spring Into Soul Choir’s Winter Concert (St Botolph's Church Worthing, Lansdowne Rd)

Accompanied by a full live band with a brass section, Worthing’s community Gospel choir, Spring Into Soul, will sing a new set of uplifting, soulful Gospel songs. Supported by the Thomas A Becket Infants choir. Tickets £15 on the door.

Sunday 4th February ‐ 10:00 to 15:30

Antiques and Collectors Fair (The Woodlands Centre, Woodlands Avenue, Rustington)

This well‐established, popular event takes place on the first Sunday of every month. Stalls sell various items, including coins, stamps, postcards, 20th‐century glass, Scandinavian designs, furniture, costumery, studio pottery, books and more. Hot and cold refreshments and on‐site parking are available. Only £1 entry.

Monday 5th February ‐ 19:30 to 21:00

Angmering Horticultural Club (Angmering Baptist Church Hall)

Talk tonight by Philip Duly on The History and Workings of the National Garden Scheme. Followed by tea, coffee, biscuits, and a raffle. New members always welcome. For more in‐formation email Lesley Partridge at les‐ley@thedell.co.uk

Wednesday 7th February ‐ 18:30 to 21:30

Scalextric Nascar Oval Race Night (English Martyrs Church Hall, Goring Way, Goring)

Scalextric racers of all ages are welcome to join in with the racing fun at Worthing HO Racing's monthly meeting. Race fees are £3 for adults and £2 for under‐16s. All equipment provided. Find out more at www.whoracing.org.uk

Wednesday 7th February ‐ 19:00 to 21:00

Brushes Art Club: Love to Be Here ‐ Part 1 (Broadwater Parish Rooms, Broadwater Street West, Worthing)

The brief for this two‐part event is “Love to Be Here” ‐ a free interpretation evening. Come along and paint or draw. Bring your own materials. To find out more, email Alan Moore at amoore16@sky.com. Part 2 takes place on Wednesday 14th February.

Thursday 8th February ‐ 14:00 to 16:00

Cream Tea and Crime 2: Scones & Scandal! (Gifford House, Boundary Rd, BN11 4LJ)

Join Care for Veterans for an enthralling afternoon of mystery and indulgence. Speaker Paul Britton, a criminal defence solicitor who has appeared on Sky News, Talk TV, Good Morning Britain and Times Radio, will share anecdotes and professional experiences. His tales from the legal world are not to be missed! All proceeds from the event will aid the care and rehabilitation of disabled veterans. Book your tickets at www.ticketpass.org

Thursday 8th February ‐ 14:30

Mods and Rockers ‐ a talk by Chris Horlock (John de Bohun Room, The Woodlands Centre, Woodlands Avenue, Rustington)

Rustington Heritage Association has invited author and historian Chris Horlock to talk about the huge changes to everyday life during the post‐war period and the various youth cults that emerged. All welcome. Entry for visitors is £3, payable at the door. Entry for paid‐up RHA members is free.

Thursday 8th February ‐ 19:00 to 21:15

French film evening (West Worthing Baptist Church, South Street, BN14 7LU)

Worthing Twinning Association is showing the 1969 French Film “L'Armée des Ombres”. £5 on the door, which includes a glass of wine or juice and a doughnut. Non‐WTA members welcome.

Sunday 11th February ‐ 15:00

Worthing Philharmonic Orchestra Nordic Adventures (Assembly Hall, Stoke Abbott Road, Worthing, BN11 1HQ)

Experience the epic sounds of Scandinavian music that evokes battles, storms, shipwrecks, mountains, rivers and sunrises. Preston Yeo (WPO Leader) performs the ever‐popular Sibelius Violin Concerto. Tickets from £3 available on www.wtm.uk

Tuesday 13th February ‐ 19:15 to 20:45

Clermont Ferrand (Angmering Community Centre, Foxwood Avenue, Bramley Green)

The Rustington Anglo‐French Circle’s talk is about Clermont Ferrand, one of France's oldest cities. This welcoming group of Francophiles meet every second Tuesday of the month. All levels of French speakers are welcome. £5 a visitor. Soyez les bienvenus! For more info, contact anglofrenchrustington@gmail.com

Wednesday 14th and Thursday 15th February ‐

Various times starting at 10:30 Snowdrop Tours (Highdown Gardens, Highdown Rise, Worthing)

Highdown’s curator, Alex New, and snowdrop enthusiast Simon Hollingworth share their passion on these hourly tours, consisting of identification techniques, fascinating facts, and expert tips on caring for these winter wonders. Tickets £8 at www.highdowngardens.co.uk

Wednesday 14th February ‐ 19:00 to 21:00

Brushes Art Club: Love to Be Here ‐ Part 2 (Broadwater Parish Rooms, Broadwater Street West, Worthing)

See entry of 7th February for details.

Friday 16th February ‐ 10:30 to 12:30 Friday Reading Group (Angmering Library)

Meet up with others to talk about books and reading, every third Friday of the month. To

ﬁnd out more about the group, pop into the library or call 01903 772682.

Saturday 17th February ‐ 10:00 to 17:00

Make a Pewter Tealight Holder (Me le Studios, Roundstone Bypass, Angmering)

A workshop designed to introduce beginners and experienced metal workers to pewter. All students will gain basic skills in pewter techniques, such as cu ng the metal, soldering, cas ng, mould making and polishing. At the end of the day you will take home a ﬁnished pewter tealight holder you made. To book a place, email design@ﬂeurgrenier.co.uk

Tuesday 20th February ‐ 09:45 to 12:00

The Art of the Cartoonist (The Woodlands Centre, Rus ngton)

The Art Society Arun’s talk by Harry Venning, a contributor to many na onal newspapers, will trace his profession’s history and be drawing live while sharing some tricks of the trade. Everyone welcome. Guests pay £7 at the door. So turn up, grab a coﬀee and enjoy the lecture.

Wednesday 21st February ‐ 19:00 to 21:00

Talk: A‐Z of Sussex (Rus ngton Museum, Broadmark Lane Car Park, Rus ngton)

Sue and Clive Fennell of Arun Talks reveal there is much to discover within the county as they take you on a journey through hidden gems and forgo en pasts. To book ckets, call 01903 788478 or email museum@rus ngtonpc.org

Saturday 24th February ‐ 14:00 Beetle Drive (The Scout Hall, The Street, East Preston)

Play the game Beetle, but with a difference! Lots of laughs to be had at this fundraiser. £6 a ticket, which includes tea or coffee, snacks and cakes. There will also be a raffle and other “lucky” prizes. For tickets, call 07846 212316 or 01903 241270.

Friday 1st March ‐ 14:00

World Day of Prayer (St Mary the Virgin, Vicar‐age Lane, East Preston)

The service will be followed by refreshments in the spire room. All are warmly welcome ‐ so make this a date in the dairy!

The French Paradox: A Personal Story

Nathalie Sansonetti BA, MA, DNN, Dip AIT

Nutritional

Therapist

& Health

Coach

, New Leaf Nutrition T: 07980 620010 E: nathalie@newleafnutrition.co.uk W: newleafnutrition.co.uk

I grew up in France in a family that would qualify as the perfect example of the ‘French paradox’: we ate bague es, bu er, saucisson, some heavy sauces and typical tradi onal meals with a li le wine (for the adults), and yet we were of average weight and generally healthy.

What is the French paradox? Research in the 1980s tried to discover how despite their diets of heavy saturated fats and wine drinking, the French had far lower rates of heart disease than most western countries.

At home, I saw ﬁrst‐hand why this might be the case: my ‘typical French’ family ate a healthy, balanced diet of plenty of fresh produce, occasional red meat and no depriva on – just common sense.

Balance was what it was about. And self‐awareness.

I remember my mother telling us to eat light (manger léger) a day before and a er an indulgent celebra on meal.

We didn’t just eat/drink ‘because it was there’, but because we wanted to really savour the good food and occasions. And food was never the enemy.

Another crucial take‐away: good fats (quality bu er and saturated cooking fats) are actually good for you and don’t create more heart disease (as shown in many studies in recent years) or obesity/diabetes etc. Heated vegetable oils, sugars, and processed unnatural foods do. Health has never been about diets, restric ons and processed ‘fake’ foods.

Time to re‐think what’s truly ‘good’ for us and go back to balance, self‐awareness, good fats and real foods.

Pilates

Pilates is not some new‐fangled ﬁtness fad, in fact it has been around for almost one hundred years. Joseph Pilates was born in Dusseldorf, Germany in 1883. Around 1912, he moved to England and found work as a circus performer, boxer, and self‐defence instructor.

During the First World War, he was interred alongside other German na onals living in the UK. He used this me to develop his physical ﬁtness and trained fellow internees. Towards the end of the war, he was given a role in a hospital, working with pa ents who couldn’t walk. Joe Pilates adapted their beds and added springs and pulleys to allow exercise and build muscle strength. In 1926 Joe and his wife Clara emigrated to the United States and opened a ﬁtness studio in New York city.

Joseph Pilates based his exercises on six founding principles, breath, concentra on, centring, control, precision, and ﬂow. These principles are s ll applied almost one hundred years later and the style of equipment that Joseph invented is s ll used today. He is quoted as saying, “In 10 sessions you feel be er,

20 sessions you look be er, 30 sessions you have a completely new body.”

Modern Pilates studios will oﬀer either mat Pilates or reformer apparatus Pilates.

Performing a structured set of moves on a mat relies on your body weight to provide resistance against gravity and requires full control of your body. A reformer is a piece of equipment, much like Joe Pilates original inven on. It consists of a narrow bed with a sliding carriage and pulleys with varying resistance. The reformer is designed to support your body when you perform Pilates, it can be used to target speciﬁc areas or full body strengthening.

Pilates studios may also oﬀer classical or contemporary classes. Joe Pilates passed away in 1967, but his original set of exercises were passed down to ‘elders’ and are s ll used today. These are considered the classical moves and they generally require a posterior lt, when your pelvis is lted forward. Contemporary Pilates is a loose deﬁni on for everything that came a er this classical approach. It has allowed instructors to add their own moves and stretches whilst adhering to the founding principles.

Pilates is a whole‐body condi oning workout. It strengthens muscles and elongates your frame, giving you flexibility, improving your mobility and refining muscle tone. It gained popularity in the 1990s, with Gwyneth Paltrow and Madonna as loyal advocates for the regime. Pilates had a recent resurgence in popularity and new Pilates bou ques are opening across the UK, making it an industry worth approximately £800m and employing around 16,000 instructors. No doubt the increased accessibility to classes has helped the regimen gain a new audience of younger devotees, but it also encourages people of all ages to try a class for themselves. Why not find a local Pilates class and discover the benefits of Pilates for yourself.

Learn to sail at Arun Youth Aqua Centre

Arun Youth Aqua Centre was founded in 1977 and is a registered charity. It offers all young people aged 8‐18 the opportunity to learn to sail in a safe and fun environment whilst keeping costs to a minimum. All that is required of potential members is that they are water confident and provide their own suitable clothing. The centre runs sailing sessions on the sea from the first Sunday in May through to October, with sailing on Sunday mornings and Wednesday evenings. The sailing sessions are run by Royal Yachting Association (RYA) qualified adult volunteers and provide the youngsters the opportunity to develop their sailing skills at their own pace whilst working towards Stages 1‐4 of the RYA Youth Sailing Scheme and beyond. The centre owns its own boats and has a variety of dinghies which are suited to people of varying ages and experience. The centre is inspected annually by the RYA and is registered as an approved training centre.

An active programme is run throughout the season from our base in Hendon Avenue, Littlehampton as well as opportunities to race with other youth sailing groups from around West Sussex. The emphasis of the programme is to have fun whilst learning, and many long‐lasting friendships have been made over the years.

Parents are encouraged to participate and to help out at the centre as much as possible in any way that they can. Family sessions are organised so that relatives can join the youngsters on the water. A free taster session is available to anyone who is interested in learning to sail. If you would like further information email admin@ayac.org.uk, visit our website at www.ayac.org.uk or search for “Arun Youth Aqua Centre” on Facebook.

What is Invisalign?

Unlock Your Best Smile with Invisalign:

Join us for the Open Day on February 16th, 2024!

Are you dreaming of a beau fully aligned smile without the hassle of tradi onal braces? Look no further than Invisalign, the revolu onary clear aligner system that is transforming the way people achieve straighter teeth.

Invisalign is a modern and discreet alterna ve to tradi onal braces for straightening teeth. This innova ve system uses a series of custom‐made, clear plas c aligners to gently shi your teeth into their desired posi ons. Each aligner is replaced every week, gradually moving your teeth un l they reach the ﬁnal, desired alignment.

Star ng the Invisalign process

The journey to a straighter smile with Invisalign begins with a consulta on with Dr Yanni where you will have the opportunity to discuss your orthodon c goals and learn more about how Invisalign can beneﬁt you. If Invisalign is deemed suitable for your needs, a digital scan of your teeth will be taken to create a customised treatment plan.

Using advanced 3D imaging technology, Dr Yanni will map out the precise movements of your teeth throughout the en re treatment process, allowing you to preview the expected results before you even begin.

Once your custom aligners are fabricated, you will receive a series of sets to take home. You will be instructed to wear the aligners for 20‐22 hours per day, removing them only to eat, drink, brush, and ﬂoss. Approximately every 6‐8 weeks, you will visit your den st for progress checks and to receive the next sets of aligners.

The Beneﬁts of Invisalign

Invisalign oﬀers lots of beneﬁts that make it an appealing choice for individuals seeking orthodon c treatment:

1. Discreet: The clear plas c aligners are virtually invisible, allowing you to straighten your teeth with conﬁdence and without drawing a en on to your orthodon c treatment.

2. Comfortable: Invisalign aligners are custom‐made for a comfortable ﬁt, without the discomfort of metal brackets and wires.

3. Removable: Unlike tradi onal braces, Invisalign aligners can be removed for ea ng, brushing, and ﬂossing, making it easier to maintain good oral hygiene and enjoy your favourite foods without restric ons.

4. Predictable: With the help of advanced 3D imaging, you can see the projected outcome of your treatment before you even begin, providing peace of mind and excitement about the results to come.

5. Convenient: Invisalign treatment typically requires fewer oﬃce visits compared to tradi onal braces, allowing you to spend less me in the dental chair and more me enjoying your life.

We will be oﬀering a complimentary free consulta on with Dr Yanni, an esteemed Elite Invisalign provider with extensive experience in helping pa ents achieve stunning, conﬁdent smiles through Invisalign treatment. Her exper se and dedica on to excellence make her an invaluable resource for those considering Invisalign as their preferred orthodon c solu on.

Addi onally, a endees will have the opportunity to receive a free digital scan of their teeth, allowing them to see a personalised 3D simula on of their poten al Invisalign treatment outcomes.

Join us on February 16th 2024, at Abbots Lodge Dental prac ce, to take advantage of this exclusive opportunity to explore the transforma ve beneﬁts of Invisalign and take the step toward a more conﬁdent, radiant smile.

For more informa on and to reserve your spot please contact us on 01903 783154.

Get organised in 2024: plan for your long‐term care!

As we ease into a new year, it seems a ﬁ ng me to get organised, tackle the tasks that you’ve been pu ng oﬀ, and plan for the future. One area that may not be people’s main priority un l it becomes a necessity, is planning for long‐term care and how it’ll be funded. However, considering this early allows for more though ul decisions, without the pressure of immediate ac on.

As you step into 2024, it’s beneﬁcial to spend me considering:

 the type of care that you would prefer;

 how to best manage and cover care fees;

 how you can provide for your family members; and

 arranging Power of A orney for someone to act on your behalf if necessary.

You can also discuss and share your wishes with your family. This will help to reduce pressure on them, should they need to take future decisions on your behalf.

Get specialist independent ﬁnancial advice from Carewise

Carewise, with its team of independent financial advisers specialising in later life finances, offers impar al support and informa on to guide you in your decisions. As well as care funding, they are also qualified to advise on inheritance tax, pensions, and las ng power of a orney. Taking the first step towards understanding your op ons costs nothing as the ini al consulta on with Carewise is free.

For more details, visit carewiseadvice.com, email carewise@westsussex.gov.uk , or call 0330 222 7000. Embrace this year by planning wisely for what lies ahead.

Expert advice on paying for care

Long-term care in your own home or in a residential care home is expensive, but with expert advice from independent financial specialists, Carewise can help you to make informed decisions on choosing and paying for the right care.

The Carewise care fees specialists are regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority and members of the Society of Later Life Advisers, so you can have peace of mind when discussing your finances.

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Can I move my Will to another

ﬁrm if I wish?

Stephen Sampson, Head of Private Client at Monan Gozze LLP and an expert in Wills and Inheritance Tax, considers why you may wish to move your Will to another ﬁrm, and how to go about it.

There are a few common misconcep ons when it comes to Wills. For example, that when you die your Executors must use the ﬁrm that prepared your Will to administer your estate.

Another common misconcep on is that you need to store your original Will with the ﬁrm that prepared it.

It is always a good idea for a solicitors’ ﬁrm to store your original Will. There is a rule of law known as the “presump on of revoca on”. If your original Will cannot be found when you die, and it was last known to be in your possession, you are presumed to have revoked the Will. The Intestacy Rules will then apply instead of your wishes. The Intestacy Rules create a par cular problem if your Will named an unmarried partner or friends or chari es as beneﬁciaries, or if there are blood rela ves who you did not want to inherit. Storing your Will with a solicitor means that the presump on of revoca on can never apply. However, your Will does not need to be held by the solicitor who drew it up.

So why might you wish to move your Will to another firm of solicitors? The most common reasons are that you have moved, the individual solicitor who prepared the Will has le or re red, the firm has closed the office that you dealt with, or the firm itself has changed (for example becoming a lot more corporate and less caring following a merger).

Moving your Will to another firm could not be simpler. If you wish to transfer your Will to Monan Gozze LLP, we simply need to know the name of the firm that holds your original Will, your full name, your telephone number, and your home address. If you had a different address when you signed your Will then we need to know that address as well. We provide you with a le er of authority to sign, which we then submit to your old solicitor so that your Will and any other documents (for example, your Deeds or your Powers of A orney) can be sent to us. You do not need to contact your old solicitor directly or give any reason why you are moving your Will.

At Monan Gozze LLP we do not charge for transferring Wills from another firm, and most firms do not charge for releasing your Will to us. When we have received your Will, we will arrange a free review appointment with you, to check that it s ll meets your needs and to take down informa on that will be helpful to your Executors when you pass away, such as details of your assets, pensions and other sources of income, and any debts. The review appointment can be in our Arundel office, but free home visits are available in the areas where this magazine is distributed.

If you would like to transfer your Will from another ﬁrm, you can contact me, Stephen Sampson on Phone: 01903 927055, Email: ssampson@monangozze .com, Write or call into our Arundel oﬃce: Monan Gozze LLP, 1 Tarrant Street, Arundel, BN18 9DG.

Beetroot Burgers

Perfect for those trying to reduce their meat consumption. This burger is full of flavour and such a pretty colour we think it's perfect Valentine's Day fayre!

Preparation time ‐ 30 minutes

Cooking time ‐ 40 minutes

Makes 8 burgers

Ingredients

1 onion, quartered

3 tbsp olive oil, plus extra for brushing

2 garlic cloves, crushed

200g mushrooms (chestnut are good)

250g tofu

100g cooked beetroot (about 2‐3 beetroot bulbs)

1 x 400g can black beans, drained

1 tbsp tomato purée

2 tbsp vegan mayonnaise

1 tbsp miso paste

100g oat flour

2 tbsp ground flaxseed

50g pecans

200g cooked brown rice (75g dry rice is approximately 200g cooked)

Serving suggestions

8 brioche burger buns, split Chilli jam, lettuce, slices of tomato, red onion rings, avocado slices, lime wedges, vegan cheese slices, vegan mayonnaise

Method

Put the onion in a food processor and pulse until it is the texture of cooked rice. Heat 1 tbsp oil in a large frying pan, add the onion and fry for 10 mins until soft and pale golden. Stir in the garlic and fry for another minute. Remove the mixture to a large bowl and set aside.

Now put the mushrooms in the food processor and pulse until they are as small as the onions. Heat the remaining oil in the pan, add the mushrooms and fry for 10‐15 mins, until any liquid released has

evaporated and the mushrooms are tender. Add to the bowl with the onions.

Place the tofu, black beans, beetroot, miso paste, tomato purée, mayonnaise, flour, and flaxseed into the food processor and blitz until smooth. Add seasoning then mix this with the cooked veg. Pulse the pecans and half the cooked rice in the food processor until finely chopped. Add this mixture and the remaining rice to the veg too.

Using your hands, shape the mixture into little burger‐shaped patties about the same size as the buns. Vegetable burgers are more fragile than meat burgers so chill in the fridge for at least 30 mins before cooking. I usually pop them in the freezer rather than the fridge.

To cook, heat a frying pan over a medium heat. Brush both sides of the burgers with a little oil. Cook for 5‐8 mins on each side, turning once after a crust has formed, until hot through to the centre. Avoid moving or turning them too often, as they may break up. Toast the buns on the open side, then spread each with a little chilli jam, and fill with lettuce leaves, sliced tomatoes, avocado with lime, cheese and mayo..

Romance Fraud

Arun Neighbourhood Policing Team

Romance fraud is one of the fastest growing crime types. Criminals are experts at impersona ng others and when it comes to commi ng romance fraud they spend hours researching you for their scams.

You think you’ve met the perfect partner online but really these fraudsters are using a fake proﬁle to form a rela onship with you during which they invest a signiﬁcant amount of me to gain your trust with their end goal being gaining your money or personal informa on.

To keep yourself and your loved ones safe from Romance Fraud scammers, remember DATES:

Don’t rush into an online rela onship – get to know the person, not the proﬁle: ask plenty of ques ons.

Analyse their profile – confirm the person’s iden ty. Check the person is genuine by pu ng their name, profile pictures or any repeatedly‐used phrases and the term ‘da ng scam’ into your search engine.

Talk to your friends and family – be wary of anyone who tells you not to tell others about them.

Evade scams – never send money or share your bank details with someone you’ve only met online, no ma er what reason they give or how long you’ve been speaking to them.

Stay on the da ng site messenger service –don’t use email, phone, social media or other messaging apps un l you’re conﬁdent the person is who they say they are.

Signs to spot:

 Be wary of giving out informa on in a chatroom / on a website. Fraudsters will be quick to make conversa on more personal to get informa on out of you, but may not tell you much about themselves that you can check or verify.

 Romance fraudsters o en claim to have high ranking roles that keep them away from home for a long me. This can be a ploy to deter your suspicions around not mee ng in person.

 Fraudsters may a empt to steer you away from cha ng on a legi mate da ng site that

can be monitored. Stay on the pla orm that you started using ini ally, rather than switching to email, text or phone.

 A fraudster may tell a sob story in order to get you to give them money – popular claims are they have an ill rela ve or they are stranded in another country. They may not ask directly for the money, hoping you will oﬀer it out of the goodness of your heart. Do not do this.

 O en, fraudsters will ask vic ms to accept money into their bank account and then transfer it to another bank account. This is very likely to be a form of money laundering and you could be commi ng a criminal oﬀence.

If you suspect romance fraud or have concerns about someone who may be vulnerable to romance fraud, please report it to us online or on 101.

Alterna vely you can report suspicions of romance fraud anonymously to Scamaly cs, where using the online form you can enter images, names and details of poten al romance fraudsters.

County Buildings, East Street, Li lehampton, BN17 6AR

Monday to Friday from 10am un l 2pm and from 3pm un l 6pm.

We work closely with Neighbourhood Watch and you can ﬁnd out more about your local scheme online or by emailing.

Visit the Arun Neighbourhood Watch website: arunwestnhw.org.uk and for more info email: info@arunwestnhw.org.uk

Call us: on 101 to report a crime or 999 if it’s an emergency.

Email us: arun@sussex.police.uk

When to Prune Clema s

by Rachael Leverton

Clema s are categorized into three main pruning groups: 1, 2, and 3. These groups are determined by the plant's ﬂowering me and the age of the ﬂowering wood.

Group 1 clema s bloom early in the year, flowering on the previous year's growth. These varie es, like the alpine clema s, produce flowers in late spring and are generally the least demanding in terms of pruning. Pruning, if necessary, should be done immediately a er flowering. The goal is to remove dead or weak stems and to shape the plant, but heavy pruning is not needed. If le unpruned, these clema s can become a tangle of old wood with few flowers.

Group 2 clema s flower in late spring or early summer on short shoots developing from the previous year's growth and o en have a second, less vigorous flush in late summer on the current year's growth. Examples include the popular varie es like 'Nelly Moser' and 'Miss Bateman'. Pruning for Group 2 should be light, focusing on removing dead and weak stems in late winter or early spring, so February is the perfect me. You can also lightly prune a er the first flowering to encourage a more robust second bloom.

Group 3 clema s flower on the current year's growth, producing blooms from mid to late summer un l the first frost. This group includes varie es like 'Jackmanii' and 'Sweet Autumn Clema s'. They require more extensive pruning, cut back almost to ground level (15‐30 cm above the ground) in February. This encourages strong new growth and a profusion of flowers at a manageable height.

Why prune at all? It’s important because it rejuvenates the plant by encouraging new growth, which is essen al for ﬂowering, par cularly in Group 2 and 3 clema s. It helps maintain the shape and size of the plant, preven ng it from becoming unruly and tangled.

When pruning, always use clean, sharp tools to make clean cuts. This prevents damage to the plant and reduces the risk of disease. A er pruning, it's beneﬁcial to apply a balanced fer lizer and mulch to provide nutrients and maintain soil moisture.

Snowdrop Gardens at NGS

By Kate Harrison West Sussex Na onal Garden Scheme Publicity Oﬃcer

Put on your hats, gloves and wellies and head out to enjoy the heart‐warming pleasure of Na onal Garden Scheme Snowdrop Gardens this February and March.

Each year the Na onal Garden Scheme starts the garden visi ng season with its inspira onal Snowdrop and Spring Flower gardens.

Hundreds of gardens sprinkled with snowdrops – these deligh ul harbingers of spring – and wonderful, colour contras ng spring blooms including the bright gold of aconites and so purple of crocus, open their gates to the public from late January through February and into March.

“A er the long, dark winter months, the appearance of these beau ful early spring ﬂowers really li s the spirits and heralds the start of all the wonderful gardens to come,” says Na onal Garden Scheme Chief Execu ve, George Plumptre. “Year on year more and more people discover the joys of these late winter / early spring garden visits, many of which are accompanied by tea and cake.”

Eight beau ful gardens open their gates in West Sussex in February and March, as part of this wonderful celebra on of the new garden visi ng season.

For descrip ons and more details about the gardens listed below visit the Na onal Garden Scheme Website h ps://ngs.org.uk

Every Thursday from 8th February

The Old Vicarage, Washington, RH20 4AS

Book your ckets in advance on the NGS website.

Refreshments: Self‐service light refreshments, picnics welcome.

Admission Adult: £7.00 Child: Free

Opening mes: 10:00 ‐ 17:00

This garden opens for By Arrangement visits from 8th February to 10th October for groups of between 10 and 30.

Sunday 11th February

Sandhill Farm House, Rogate, GU31 5HU

Refreshments: Home‐made teas.

Admission Adult: £5.00 Child: Free

Opening mes 12:00 ‐ 16:00

Thursday 15th February

Highdown Gardens, Worthing, BN12 6FB

Admission: By Dona on

Opening mes: 10:00 ‐ 16:30

Sunday 18th February and Sunday 17th March

Manor of Dean, Petworth, GU28 9AP

Book your ckets in advance on the NGS Website or you can just turn up and pay on the day.

Refreshments: Home‐made teas.

Admission Adult: £5.00 Child: Free

Opening mes: 14:00 ‐ 16:00

This garden opens for By Arrangement visits from 5th February to 14th June for groups of 20+.

Thursday 29th February and

Tuesday 5th March

Crossland Flower Nursery Walberton BN18 0AX

A 2‐hour all access tour of a fourth genera on, award‐winning, sustainably run flower nursery with 3 acres of glasshouses filled to the brim with Sussex grown alstroemeria. There will be an opportunity to purchase flowers at the end of the tour.

For this open day you need to pre‐book your cket in advance on the NGS Website

Refreshments: Tea.

Admission Adult: £10.00 Child: Free

Opening mes: 10:00 ‐ 12:00

Down On The Allotment

by Alison Reigate, Angmering Allotment

Plot Holder

I had found the allotment site on one of my walks around Angmering when I ﬁrst moved in and thought it would be a great thing to do in my spare me. That was as far as it went un l I re red and then I thought that now was the me to begin.

I had po ered about my garden and dabbled in a bit of hor culture giving myself what I thought was some experience of gardening, when in reality I could only iden fy two ﬂowers which were roses and daﬀodils and that was only when they were in bloom. As for pruning and cu ng back, feeding etc I played fast and loose with the poor plants under my care. When my name eventually came up on the list for a vacant plot, I rushed down to the site full of an cipa on and signed for my half plot. What most people do not see when they visit sites is the work and me that goes into making a good plot. Most plots that are given up are because the previous plot holder could no longer manage for a number of reasons or just got fed up. Therefore they are usually not in the best of shapes.

Forget the mess I thought to myself, I can soon take care of this and began a acking the weeds and overgrowth with gusto. Lo and behold the plot started taking shape and plan ng began in earnest. I sort of followed what other people seemed to be doing but never asked the reason why. My ﬁrst season was spent realising that I had put most things in the wrong place. However the feeling that you get when something you have planted has ﬂourished and produced food for the table is unbelievably rewarding.

You become aware of the seasonal changes and begin to develop an affinity with nature whilst you are there. Some days the site is full of plot holders all beavering away, cha ng and swapping ps and stories of failed crops and successes. You begin to realise that there is more than one way to grow a crop and it just depends on personal preference. You get more confident in what you are doing. I spent my first season trying to hide my failed carrots and wispy cabbages but then realised that we all have failures and nobody will be tu ng or laughing. On other visits you might be the only

person around and can really enjoy the peace and tranquillity. Both are equally beneficial to your wellbeing. Another benefit to the allotment is that most have free access for the plot holders so it can be fi ed around when you want to go and not governed by any metable. A word of warning though is to keep it regular for the visits. A plot can change from an ordered line of leeks and onions to an ocean of encroaching weeds in a ma er of days given the wrong weather (or right weather for the weeds!).

So all in all it is hard and can be backbreaking work at mes ‐ but there is nothing as sa sfying as si ng ea ng your own grown food. Think about it carefully and be ready to take the failures along with the successes and it will soon be so rewarding and fulﬁlling. There are always people around ready to give you advice and even to help, so you are never alone.

And it’s not just older people who are working the plots. At our allotment site there are a growing number of young families all working together on their plots, with children of all ages working along with their parents which is so lovely to see.

The wai ng list is short at the moment so why not contact the Allotment Commi ee and put your name down on the wai ng list to give it a go.

Contact: allotmentsangmering@gmail.com

Going Green

by Rus ngton Players

Following the success of ‘Blood Brothers’ (Play Version), Rus ngton Players’ March produc on is ‘Going Green’ a tragic comedy by David Tristram, which runs from Wednesday 13th –Saturday 16th March at 7.45pm at the Woodlands Centre, Rus ngton.

Director Jane Vre os says: “We have put on a couple of David Tristram comedies over the last 2 years which went down really well with our audiences, so we’re confident they will enjoy this one too. The play centres around John Brown, a ‘promising’ poli cian who develops a very rare terminal disease just as his career is taking off. He encounters a ‘medical professional’ (…who turns out to be a vet), who claims she has a cure BUT the side effect is that it will turn him green…. What prejudices would follow for a ‘green’ poli cian?”

Tickets can be purchased through cketsource.co.uk/rus ngtonplayers or by calling 07546 306 438. They will also be available on the door.

For further informa on contact Vinny Shepherd on 07863698552 or email: vinnyshepherd@hotmail.co.uk

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Help ﬁght record Asian hornet invasion

The Bri sh Beekeepers’ Associa on (BBKA) is calling on the public to help ﬁght a major threat to honey bees and other pollinators ‐ Asian hornets.

Numbers of the destruc ve insect rose rapidly last summer and more have been detected in the UK this last year than in the previous six years combined.

BBKA Chair, Diane Drinkwater, said: “It was extremely worrying to see so many cases last summer. We must act now to stop them from ge ng established in this country. Reports from Europe and Jersey indicate that last year was an excep onal year for Asian hornets with record numbers of queens and nests.

“We urge the public to join forces with beekeepers to protect our honey bees and other pollinators from this voracious predator.”

More than 1,000 beekeepers across the country are part of elite teams trained to provide emergency support to the Na onal Bee Unit’s (NBU) hornet hunters.

Hornet sigh ngs are ﬁltered by the NBU, part of Defra, and teams of bee inspectors deployed to track hornets back to their nests which are then destroyed.

But the help of the eagle‐eyed public is essen al to spot the hornets which may be devouring insects or feeding on fallen fruit or ivy ﬂowers.

Asian hornets (Vespa velu na) are slightly smaller than na ve European hornets, have yellow legs, an orange face and brown body with one yellow stripe.

Last summer beekeeper Mick Brian discovered an Asian hornet in his garden in Plymouth which eventually led to the destruc on of two nests: “We watched in stunned silence as the insect singled out a honey bee, carried it to a nearby leaf, and began to dissect it.”

Also last summer, one keen‐eyed gardener spo ed an Asian hornet in Newhaven, which was traced back to its nest and the nest was subsequently destroyed.

Just one Asian hornet can hunt down and eat 300 honey bees a day and their habit of hawking (hovering) outside the hive stops the

bees from collec ng nectar and pollen to feed themselves.

Diane added: “Asian hornets are wreaking havoc in Europe and we fear if they get a foot‐hold in the UK our honey bees and many other insects will be decimated here, too. They are the greatest threat to beekeeping since the Varroa mite was discovered more than 30 years ago.”

In 2023 71 Asian hornet nests were found in 55 loca ons. The last nest found, which was in Tenterden, Kent, was destroyed in November 2023.

BBKA trustee Julie Coleman, who lives in Kent where many of the hornets discovered this year have been found, said there are likely to be several reasons behind this huge rise in cases: “The fact that we seem to have a cluster around the coast in Kent, also Dorset, Plymouth, Weymouth and Hampshire makes me think they are coming across on the wind. And there could have been an overwintered nest in Kent which has sent out hiberna ng queens in the autumn.”

It is important to take care not to approach or disturb a nest. Asian hornets are not generally aggressive towards people but an excep on to this is when they perceive a threat to their nest. People who suspect they have seen an Asian hornet should report it immediately using the phone app ‘Asian Hornet Watch’ or the online repor ng form: h ps://risc.brc.ac.uk/alert.php? species=asian_hornet

Worthing submits applica ons to protect its coastline

Two applica ons seeking improved protec on for Worthing’s coastal waters have been submi ed to the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Aﬀairs (Defra). A er collec ng data throughout the summer along with its team of ci zen scien sts, Worthing Borough Council has submi ed applica ons to designate two popular sec ons of shoreline as bathing areas.

The areas in ques on are the stretch of shore opposite Beach House Grounds and Sea Lane, Goring, which the council hopes to designate as oﬃcial bathing waters as part of its commitment to deliver cleaner and healthier waters for its residents and visitors.

Designa on could help the town achieve the highest bathing water classiﬁca on by requiring the Environment Agency to test the seawater for bacteria during the bathing season (May to September) ‐ a move which would help iden fy sources of pollu on and hold those responsible to account.

The council and its team of volunteers were le frustrated in the summer a er Defra made a number of key changes to the applica on criteria seven weeks into the bathing season.

But thanks to a late spell of hot weather, the council was able to gather all the data it required to complete its applica ons. This includes evidence of at least 100 bathers using the water on two separate days, photographs and consulta on feedback from residents.

The council would like to thank the volunteers who have each invested hours over the summer to help contribute to both bathing water applica ons.

Cllr Vicki Wells, Worthing’s cabinet member for the environment, said: “Firstly, I’d like to say a huge thank you to the resident volunteers who all stepped up to help our local environment. They were a familiar sight on our beaches over the bathing season and recorded more than 88

hours of bathing surveys for two compelling applica ons. The inexplicable change of criteria by Defra meant an addi onal 44 hours of surveys were rendered useless, which was hugely frustra ng.

“The addi on of two new bathing water designa ons is key to improving the standard of our coastal waters. We want our coastline to be a place where our communi es and nature can thrive. Extra water quality monitoring is an essen al step in the right direc on.

“I look forward to receiving Defra’s ﬁnal review of our applica ons ahead of next summer’s bathing season.”

The council has completed its applica ons with signiﬁcant detail in the hope of avoiding last year’s disappointment when its designa on applica on for the sec on of shore opposite Beach House Grounds was rejected.

A er seeking clarifica on, the council was eventually informed that the bather numbers recorded at that site were insufficient ‐ despite Defra having not specified a threshold for a successful applica on at that me.

The council will learn whether its applica ons for this year have been successful before May 2024.

Do you have the right ID to vote?

Do you have everything you need to be able to vote in a local or general elec on? Legisla on brought in by the government last year means that voters must show photo ID to be allowed to vote at polling sta ons in some elec ons.

The rules will apply to the Adur and Worthing local elec ons on 2nd May as well as for general elec ons. Anyone who’ll be vo ng in person at these elec ons will need to check that they have a valid form of photo ID which looks like them.

If you don’t have valid photo ID ‐ or are concerned about taking it to vote ‐ you can apply for a Voter Authority Cer ﬁcate which will do the same job ‐ and you don’t have to wait un l it’s close to the elec on.

Acceptable forms of photo ID include passports, driving licences and older persons’ bus passes. The ID will need to be taken with you to the polling sta on when you vote.

Anyone who doesn’t have an accepted form of ID, or who is worried about taking important documents such as a passport to the polling sta on, can apply for a Voter Authority Cer ﬁcate. These can be presented at the polling sta on on elec on day instead of a photo ID. Anyone vo ng by post doesn’t need ID. To apply for a postal vote, visit: h ps:// www.gov.uk/apply‐postal‐vote

The new rules were in place for last year’s local elec ons in May, before which 275 people successfully applied for a Voter Authority Cer ﬁcate in Worthing.

Voters can apply for a Voter Authority Cer ﬁcate online, or by ﬁlling out a paper applica on form to be submi ed to Adur & Worthing Councils. The physical applica on forms can be requested from the councils’ electoral services department by post, or picked up from Worthing Town Hall or the Shoreham Centre. The councils will also be opera ng an ‘in person’ applica on service for those who want to apply.

Residents must already be registered to vote to apply for a Voter Authority Cer ﬁcate. The deadline to submit an applica on in me for the local elec ons in May is Wednesday 24th April at 5pm, but please do not leave it un l the last minute.

To apply online, visit: h ps://www.gov.uk/apply ‐for‐photo‐id‐voter‐authority‐cer ﬁcate.

For more informa on about voter ID legisla on, and to see a complete list of accepted forms of ID, visit: h ps://www.adur‐worthing.gov.uk/ elec ons‐and‐vo ng/photographic‐voter‐id/.

World Day of Prayer‐ Friday 1st March

The theme is "I beg you ... bear with one another in love" (Ephesians 4:1‐3) and the service was put together by Chris an women in Pales ne.

World Day of Prayer is an international, inter‐church organisation which enables us to hear the thoughts of women from all parts of the world: their hopes, concerns and prayers. The preparation for the day is vast. An international committee is based in New York and there are national committees in each participating country. Regional conferences meet to consider the service and then local groups make their plans.

The Pales nian Chris an women who wrote this worship service have invited the world to pray for peace, jus ce and freedom of religion and freedom of movement. Their prayers speciﬁcally call us to pray with women, refugees, persons experiencing homelessness, and all who are sick, dying and grieving.

The Day of Prayer is celebrated in over 120 countries. It begins in Samoa and prayer in

na ve languages travels throughout the world; through Asia, Africa, the Middle East, Europe and the Americas before ﬁnishing in American Samoa 38 hours later.

The 2024 World Day of Prayer event in our area will be held in East Preston St Mary the Virgin Church at 2.30pm on Friday 1st March 2024. It is a short service, with refreshments in the Spire Room a erwards. All are welcome!

For further informa on and resources, together with details of services in your area, see the WDP website: wwdp.org.uk

Two hour parking Scheme – pay by phone

Arun District Council are pleased to announce that you can now use MiPermit to ‘pay by phone’ in all Arun District Council owned car parks.

Customers will be able to pay for parking via the MiPermit app using locator codes which can be found on pay and display machines located in each car park.

Those using the new virtual two‐hour parking discs in par cipa ng Li lehampton and Bognor Regis car parks will be able to ac vate their free two‐hour parking period via the MiPermit app and can extend their stay using the same app.

MiPermit will operate alongside the RingGo app which is currently in opera on. Customers will be no ﬁed if there are any changes to the opera on of RingGo in our car parks. The MiPermit app can be downloaded either from the App Store for Apple users or from the Google Play Store.

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Kitchen Trends 2024

by Emma Russell

Every year, interior designers have some new and exci ng proposals for our kitchen décor and 2024 is no different! Here are some of the latest trends and fashions that may filter down to our local kitchen fi ers.

Colour

Bold tones and pa erns can really make a statement. This look can be achieved by using vivid hues or even clashing colours and will add a sense of fun to your kitchen décor.

Flooring

Natural wood ﬂooring seems to be enjoying a resurgence in popularity. Oak has a warm, natural tone that will blend easily with any décor. Wood is resilient and very hardwearing, providing a classic look that will last for many years.

Curved Kitchen Islands

The last few years have seen a rising demand for these installa ons, oﬀering extra storage and workspace in the hub of your home. This season, corners are out, and designers are introducing rounded edges to so en the impact. Curves make the space seem more hospitable, and it’s much easier to gather friends and family around a more circular space.

Back kitchens

An area that used to be referred to as the ‘scullery’ has become essen al for those who love to entertain in their own home. This extra area is useful for hiding dirty dishes during a dinner party or storing occasional items like candelabra, your best tableware, linens and glassware.

Oversized handles

Sleek design may s ll be popular, but seamless cupboards and handle‐less drawers may soon be replaced with oversized hardware and clunkier, retro ﬁ ngs.

Colourful taps

A hot favourite this January, taps with a jolt of unexpected colour, adding a small spark of detail in an area that is usually overlooked. Stainless steel mixers may have had their moment, as kitchen designers have a wealth of bright and bold new ﬁnishes to choose from.

Porcelain countertops

A er decades of granite, marble and even stainless steel worktops, porcelain stoneware has become the latest fashionable choice. Both stylish and extremely prac cal, this work surface is incredibly durable for everyday use and comes in a range of ﬁnishes and thicknesses to suit your kitchen.

Extra‐large fridges

American refrigerators have always been huge, with the capacity to hold enough food to cater for Thanksgiving, Christmas and Channukah all at once. Increasing the size of our fridge gives us more storage capacity, and saves the amount of me spent in the supermarket. You could opt to make it a feature in your kitchen, enjoying frequent access to ice and a water dispenser. Alterna vely, you could opt to disguise your new mega‐fridge by incorpora ng the appliance and hiding it in the cabinetry. Hi‐tech smart fridges have an interface which can monitor food, adjust shopping lists and even suggest recipes, which helps reduce food waste and electricity consump on.

Why not book an appointment with a local expert to ﬁnd out how they can help modernise your look. Upda ng your kitchen for 2024 could be easier than you think.

Robin Cousins

President of Bri sh Ice Ska ng

Robin was born in Bristol but has lived in Sussex for over 25 years, now residing in Ferring. His success on the ice is well documented but over his career he won 6 Na onal tles, was European Champion and won Olympic Gold in 1980. He was awarded the MBE by Her Majesty the Queen and became BBC Sports Personality of the year. His collabora on with Holiday on Ice has con nued, on and oﬀ for over 40 years, ini ally as guest star and then as crea ve director and choreographer. He is currently President of Bri sh Ice Ska ng and s ll ‘keeps his feet wet’ coaching and mentoring some of the up and coming talent.

What do you like best about Ferring?

The wonderful community. You never know moving to a new area, exactly what it will bring, but Ferring (especially over the lockdown period) has proved itself to be a great place to live. If you could change anything about Ferring, what would it be? Not sure I’d change anything but living where we do, I’d love to see access onto the beach for the elderly and wheelchair users. Unlike us, they never get to experience what happens over the brow…like the waves crashing to the shore or people swimming. I do have an idea to remedy that though…

Where is your favourite place to go in/around Ferring? There are lots of wonderful walks close by. The Rife in the summer, along the beach, especially when the de is out and Highdown Gardens. Also, if you’re out driving it’s hard not to turn into one of the many lovely local garden centres for a browse.

What is your favourite piece of music?

The Adagie o from Mahler’s 5th Symphony.

What is your favourite local restaurant?

Andalucía for great Tapas, the Sea Spray for ﬁsh and chips (the ﬁrst chippy I used in the area) and The Bluebird Cafe for just about everything else!

What did you want to be when you grew up?

When I was 5, I saw ‘An American in Paris’ on TV and said, ‘I want to do what that man’s doing.’ Gene Kelly became an inspira on. 25+ years later the New York Post called me ‘the Gene Kelly of the Ice’‐ job done!

What is the best advice you have ever been given?

You don't learn if you don't make mistakes, so go ahead and make those mistakes. Just try not to make the same mistake a second me!

What is your favourite journey?

I’ve been fortunate to travel interna onally since I was 15 but the best journey is always the one that brings you home.

If you could travel anywhere, where would you go and why?

I’d love to explore South America, somehow it wasn’t big for ice ska ng.

What is your favourite gadget?

It used to be my reel‐to‐reel tape recorder. Way back in the day, I’d sit for hours edi ng music for myself or others for ska ng events. Now everything I need is on the laptop!

What are your favourite smells?

Freshly baked bread, newly mown grass and the sea air as the waves crash.

What is your favourite word?

Discombobulated! Something I felt many mes as a child learning to jump and rotate new skills.

What is your screensaver at the moment?

A Summer Sunset on Ferring Beach.

What is your proudest spor ng achievement?

Standing on the Olympic podium and looking back at the people who’d made it all possible.

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Local Charity receives £385,000

of Na onal Lo ery Funding

Local charity, Carers Support West Sussex (CSWS), celebrates a er receiving £385,000 of Na onal Lo ery funding to run an exci ng coaching programme for 720 unpaid carers, over the next 3 years.

CSWS are celebra ng a er being awarded £385,000 in Na onal Lo ery funding to work with carers through their innova ve carer coaching programme. The local West Sussex charity will oﬀer tailored coaching to 720 friend and family carers in West Sussex over three years, from April 2024. The groundbreaking programme seeks to improve carers’ emo onal wellbeing and help achieve their personal goals.

Following on from a carer coaching pilot funded by West Sussex County Council, an independent evalua on by the University of Kent revealed that the coaching was perceived as overwhelmingly posi ve by par cipants. Several key themes emerged such as carers gaining conﬁdence, increased self‐worth, shi ing to a more ‘can do’ a tude, and feelings from the carers that they had more choice and control over their caring situa on.

Many carers iden ﬁed being listened to and having the space and ‘permission’ to focus on their concerns in a suppor ve and safe environment as primary beneﬁts.

One carer who took part in the pilot scheme said: “When I started the coaching, I struggled to believe my life could be be er. Now I play a sport, have done more social ac vi es, completed a mindfulness course, and have an established art prac ce.”

Sonia Mangan, CEO of CSWS says, “We’re delighted that The Na onal Lo ery Community Fund has recognised our work in this way. Now, thanks to Na onal Lo ery players, we will be able to help 800 carers in West Sussex transform their lives to become more conﬁdent and make posi ve changes within their caring role. This coaching programme supports the very ethos of this charity.”

The Na onal Lo ery Community Fund recently launched its new strategy, ‘It starts with community’, which will underpin its eﬀorts to distribute at least £4 billion of Na onal Lo ery funding by 2030.

As part of this, the funder has four key missions which are: to support communi es to come together, be environmentally sustainable, help children and young people thrive and enable people to live healthier lives.

Na onal Lo ery players raise over £30 million a week for good causes across the UK. Thanks to them, last year The Na onal Lo ery Community Fund was able to distribute over half a billion pounds (£615.4 million) of life‐changing funding to communi es.

To ﬁnd out more visit www.TNLCommunityFund.org.uk

About Carers Support West Sussex:

Carers Support West Sussex is a local charity suppor ng unpaid carers in West Sussex. Carers Support oﬀer guidance and prac cal and emo onal support. Their vision is to bring the day forward when family and friend carers are seen, heard, and included.

For more informa on, visit: h ps:// www.carerssupport.org.uk/

New flats plan to bring homeless back to their town

An empty office building in Worthing town centre is to be converted into much‐needed homes for locals currently being housed outside the borough. Worthing Borough Council will convert the offices it owns at 24 Marine Place into five one‐bedroom and studio flats for local residents who would otherwise continue to be housed elsewhere at greater expense.

Well over 200 households from the town are currently having to be housed away from Worthing because of a severe shortage of social housing here.

While some are staying in flats or houses in other parts of West Sussex, some are having to be housed outside the county ‐ many miles away from their jobs, their children’s schools and their families and friends.

An increasing number of people are coming to the council for help because there is no space for them with relatives or friends, or because they have been evicted by landlords wanting to increase their rent or to sell their homes.

The council is looking for sites across the borough where it can build its own temporary accommodation as well as privately‐owned local properties that could be used to house these residents plus other members of the community who are on its housing list.

Cllr Emma Taylor‐Beal, Worthing’s cabinet member for housing and citizen services, said:

“Too many local people currently have to be housed outside the borough, sometimes hundreds of miles away.

“That can make it difficult for them to maintain a long‐term job, makes it more difficult for them to get support from their family and friends and affects their physical and mental health.

“By creating more homes for Worthing people who need them, we can ensure no one in our community is left behind.”

The council has set aside up to £1.1m for the Marine Place project but hopes that a proportion of the cost will be paid for by Homes England, the national agency that funds the construction of new affordable housing.

It costs the council an average of £9,150 a year for every household in temporary or emergency accommodation and this price continues to rise. Placing five people in the Marine Place flats could save the council more than £45,000 per year ‐ as well as giving the citizens a more stable environment to live in.

Worthing has been able to secure funding from the Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities to support housing initiatives because of the number of people with complex needs in the borough who have nowhere to live.

The council is working with housing association Worthing Homes, homelessness charity Turning Tides and Homes England to create 21 much‐needed apartments in Ivy Arch Road to prevent people having to sleep rough.

It also intends to sign an agreement to house 37 local people in George V Avenue and Goring Road in Worthing and at a property in High Street, Littlehampton.

A history of Leap Years

Leap years are a concept that might seem merely a quirk of the calendar, but they are rooted in a rich history of astronomical observa ons, mathema cal calcula ons, and fascina ng folklore. Spanning across cultures and centuries, the story of leap years reveals humanity's ongoing quest to align our mekeeping with the cosmos.

The history of the leap year begins with our understanding of the solar year ‐ the me it takes the Earth to complete one orbit around the Sun. Early astronomers no ced that this period was not exactly 365 days but rather approximately 365.25 days. This extra quarter of a day presented a signiﬁcant challenge: without adjustment, the calendar year would gradually dri away from the solar year, causing signiﬁcant mismatches over me.

The solu on to this problem was ﬁrst systema cally implemented in the Julian calendar, introduced by Julius Caesar in 45 BC. Advised by the astronomer Sosigenes of Alexandria, Caesar reformed the Roman calendar by adding an extra day every four years to account for the addi onal quarter day. This leap day was added to February, tradi onally the last month of the Roman year, making it 29 days instead of 28 in leap years.

However, the Julian calendar overcompensated slightly because the actual solar year is approximately 11 minutes less than 365.25 days. This discrepancy led to the introduc on of the Gregorian calendar in 1582 by Pope Gregory XIII, which reﬁned the leap year rule. According to the Gregorian system, a year is a leap year if it is divisible by 4, but century years must be divisible by 400. Thus, 1600 and 2000 were leap years, but 1700, 1800, and 1900 were not.

Beyond the technicali es, leap years are wrapped in a tapestry of folklore and tradi ons, one of which is the prac ce where women are encouraged to propose marriage to men on February 29th. This custom was popularized in the Bri sh Isles, breaking the conven on of men ini a ng marriage proposals.

In some cultures, leap years are considered unlucky. In Greece, for instance, couples usually avoid marrying in a leap year, and especially on a leap day. Conversely, in other tradi ons, leap years are seen as mes of renewal and change. The Chinese believe that a leap year is an auspicious me to e the knot.

In 1712, Sweden brieﬂy experienced a unique calendar date, February 30th! This anomaly occurred twelve years a er Sweden's ini al decision in 1700 to switch from the Julian to the Gregorian calendar. The change required elimina ng some days to align the calendars, which Sweden intended to achieve by omi ng leap days gradually. However, the outbreak of the Great Northern War in 1700 distracted the Swedes, leading them to overlook the omission of leap days in the subsequent years. By 1712, to simplify the transi on back to the Julian calendar, Sweden added an extra day to the usual leap year, resul ng in the one‐ me occurrence of February 30th. The complete shi to the Gregorian calendar was realized in 1753, and February 30th disappeared forever.

The Reconstruc on of Arundel Castle

Exhibi on at Arundel Museum

Here at Arundel Museum, we have various exci ng events scheduled for 2024! Even though Arundel Castle itself is closed for the winter, the Museum is showcasing an exhibi on on its reconstruc on by Duke Henry in the late 19th century.

The story of the rebuilding is one not previously covered and includes fascina ng insights on the people and technology that went into construc ng the castle we see today. The exhibi on opened in October and we’ve received great feedback – it con nues un l April 2024, normal hours are 10am to 4pm every day. Please check our website for more up‐to‐date informa on.

The Museum is also proud to announce we have been awarded a Na onal Lo ery Heritage Fund grant for a project covering the English Civil War in southern England. Beginning in early 2024, this will include delivery to local schools, talks for adults, learning the music and songs of the era, with the Museum hos ng an exhibi on which opened in October. Please

check our website to learn more!

In addi on, we have our usual schedule of events covering a wide range of ac vi es for all ages, plus exhibits covering 2,000 years of Arundel history; we look forward to seeing you!

Tide Times Li lehampton February

Council Leader calls for ‘den stry revival’ as 87%

of den sts in the South East shut door on new adult pa ents

NINE out of 10 dental surgeries who provided a recent update in the Worthing West area are no longer accep ng any new pa ents. The collapse of NHS den stry has le millions of pa ents unable to get an appointment when they need one and now 87.6% of den sts across the South East have shut their doors to new adult pa ents.

Analysis of pa ent survey data suggests that last year 4.75 million people were either told there were no appointments available or the prac ce wasn’t taking on new pa ents, when they last tried to book an appointment.

Cllr Dr Beccy Cooper, Leader of Worthing Borough Council and Labour’s Prospec ve Parliamentary Candidate for the Worthing West Cons tuency, said:

"The Conserva ves have le NHS den stry to well and truly rot and it is now out of reach for most in our communi es if they can’t aﬀord to go private. Pa ents in Worthing West are told to go without or do it themselves, with DIY den stry now shockingly common in Tory Britain.

“A den stry revival is now needed across the country and if the Conserva ves are given a ﬁ h term those who can aﬀord it will con nue to go private while those who can't will go without den stry treatment.

“Labour has a fully‐costed plan to rescue NHS den stry by gripping the immediate crisis and reforming the service in the long‐term. We will provide 700,000 urgent appointments and recruit new den sts to the areas most in need, paid for by abolishing the non‐dom tax status.”

Labour will introduce a den stry rescue plan so pa ents can get an NHS den st again, as new analysis reveals the overwhelming majority of prac ces have shut their doors to new pa ents.

Healthwatch England has reported horror stories of people forced to pull their own teeth out, with one in 10 Brits claiming to have a empted their own dental work.

Vast parts of England are now ‘dental deserts’, where no den sts are available.

The government has launched a pilot in Cornwall where NHS den stry will only be oﬀered to children and the most vulnerable.

Labour is promising to take immediate ac on to provide care for those in most urgent need, and long‐term reform to restore NHS den stry to all who need it. The party’s plans include:

• Funding NHS dental prac ces to provide 700,000 more urgent appointments, for pa ents in need of things like ﬁllings and root canal.

• Incen ves for new den sts to work in areas with the greatest need, to tackle the emergence of ‘dental deserts’ where no NHS den sts are taking on new pa ents.

• Supervised toothbrushing in schools for 3‐5 year olds, targeted at the areas with highest childhood tooth decay.

• Reform the dental contract to rebuild the service in the long‐run, so NHS den stry is there for all who need it.

The plans will cost £111 million a year in total and be funded by abolishing the non‐dom tax status, which allows people who live and work in Britain to pay their taxes overseas.

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