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Plans to build 450 houses given the go-ahead Report by Tom Martin SEFTON Council has approved plans to build more than 450 houses in Thornton.

As expected, the local authority gave the goahead to two separate proposals at a Planning Committee meeting on Wednesday, March 27.

The first was by developer Nuffield College to build up to 268 houses on land north of Lydiate Lane, which has been a long time in the making having been preliminarily given a green light in October 2017, but the council stalled on giving the final approval.

The second planning application was from Barratt & David Wilson Homes North West, who wanted to build 183 houses on nearby land next to Runnells Lane.

Petitions have been launched against the number of houses being built in Thornton, with locals raising issues over a lack of infrastructure and flood risk.

Some of their concerns include an increase in traffic, parking problems and a loss of green space.

However, Sefton Council sided with the developers, paving the way for work to begin.

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Customers were left ‘coughing their guts out’ after unidentified substance was set off Report by Tom Martin

A BUSY pub in Crosby had to be evacuated on Saturday night after customers were left “coughing our guts out” after a pepper spray attack.

Locals enjoying a drink in The Birkey, on Cooks Road, saw their night end in chaos when the building had to be evacuated at around 10.30pm on Saturday, March 30 due to an “unidentified substance” being set off and emergency services including police, firefighters and paramedics were called out to deal with the situation.

Customers and staff had to leave the building and some posted about the incident on social media, with one person saying: “We have been evacuated from The Birkey because someone was setting pepper spray off. Coughing our Emergency services, main picture, outside The BIrkey pub, inset. guts out.”

Merseyside Police told the Champion a pride ourselves on providing a safe and usual.” North West Ambulance Service 34-year-old man had to be treated at the welcoming environment and do not toler- sent out their Hazardous Area Response scene by paramedics for “irritability to his ate any type of behaviour that could Team and a 34 year-old man was treated eyes and a slight shortness of breath,” but affect the safety and security of our at the scene after suffering irritability to guests. his eyes and shortness of breath. he did not need hospital treatment.

“The ambulance crew attended the pub Fire crews attended as a precaution but Officers are now looking into the incident and they are appealing for witnesses to check over guests and employees, but did not detect any noxious substances.

CCTV enquiries are being carried out in to come forward to help their investiga- no one has been hurt.

“This was a highly unusual incident and the local area. tion.

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Friday Flea Market will be coming soon to the Strand Shopping Centre A FLEA market will come to Bootle after the Strand Shopping Centre teamed up with Sefton Community Markets.

The Friday Flea Market will be held on a trial basis starting on April 12 in the lower ground floor of the shopping centre from 9am-3pm.

It is organised by Stuart Hamilton from Sefton Community Markets and he is looking for stall holders who want to sell their goods.

Strand Centre manager, Rowland Parry, said: “We are delighted to trial this new market. It will be exciting to see the types of traders who come forward to offer our shoppers their

goods.”

Sefton Community Markets is held every Friday on Stanley Road, just outside the Strand Shopping Centre, with the Flea Market set to offer something more for shoppers.

Stuart Hamilton added: “We look to produce a well established indoor flea market to work alongside the already successful outdoor market and strand shopping centre shops.

“This will give the shopping centre another dimension for our customers.”

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Compromise needed to fix Brexit mess: MP Report by Tom Martin SEFTON Central MP Bill Esterson and Bootle MP Peter Dowd have been voting in Parliament to determine the next steps in the Brexit process.

On Monday night (April 1) MPs were given four options - (1) another referendum, (2) seeking a customs union, (3) staying in the single mar- MP Bill Esterson ket and (4) potentially cancelling Brexit altogether if no deal could be agreed.

This was the latest round of so-called ‘indicative votes’ to test Parliamentary support, but none of the proposals earned a majority.

Sefton Central MP Esterson voted in favour all four options, although he admitted none of them would be his preferred Brexit outcome.

He said: “I voted for four options, none of which were my preferred option because I recognise that we all need to compromise for the good of the country.

“They all lost because others were not prepared to compromise. That needs to stop and I pray we get another vote to fix this Brexit mess.”

Bootle MP Dowd voted in favour of another referendum, seeking a customs union, staying in the single market – but he didn't vote on the

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fourth option of potentially cancelling Brexit altogether if no deal could be agreed.

This option would have given the power for MPs to block leaving with no-deal by cancelling Brexit if the European Union won’t grant a further extension beyond April 12.

In Monday's vote, the option with the most parliamentary support was the proposal to hold another public vote to confirm any option agreed by Parliament. It received 280 votes but had 292 against.

Even if one of the options had earned a majority, it would not be legally binding, but many believe it could have forced Parliament into finally compromise.

The outcome edges the UK closer towards a ‘no deal Brexit’, but EU chief Michael Barnier responded yesterday (Tuesday) by saying he hopes this can be avoided.

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Machete gang who raided bar to spend decades in prison Skull masked robbers terrorised staff who were left traumatised after ‘horrible’ ordeal Report by Tom Martin

Lucy at the M&S Arena.

Young gymnast shows off her talents at the arena A YOUNG gymnast from Crosby was jumping for joy when she was selected to perform at the M&S Bank Arena in Liverpool in front of 11,000 spectators.

Lucy McNally, who is a Year 7 pupil at Sacred Heart Catholic College, showed off her talents at the recent British Gymnastics Championships after she was only one of four youngsters to be picked to represent the Beth Tweddle Academy, where she takes classes.

On hearing of her selection, Lucy described the full range of emotions she felt, before paying thanks to her teachers at Sacred Heart for their continued help and support.

Lucy said: “Only four people were selected to perform, so it felt like quite an honour.

“My first reaction was to be shocked and then excited to get the chance to take part in such a major event.

“My next reaction was to feel

very nervous when I was told the Arena would be full with 11,000 spectators for the event on the Saturday afternoon.

“Whilst it was definitely nerve-wracking, it was also a fantastic experience.

“The atmosphere in the Arena was electric and you could feel the energy and adrenalin.

“I particularly enjoyed seeing the senior and elite gymnasts performing and I hope I can reach their level one day.

“Although our group were only performing a demonstration at this event, I hope if I continue to practice and work hard, then maybe one day I will get the chance to compete in the full competition.

“Having had a chance to sample the atmosphere, I am sure it would be inspiring.

“Also, I am grateful to everyone at Sacred Heart for their encouragement in allowing me to go and for their support in offering me their best wishes.”

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A MASKED gang armed with hammers and machetes who terrified staff in a raid at a restaurant in Crosby have been jailed for a combined 43 years.

The gang of three men, who wore skull masks, targeted the Tipsy Monkey restaurant and bar, on Liverpool Road on July 7 last year, just weeks after the venue had opened.

They threatened female staff during the robbery, which happened just as the bar was closing for the night.

They took a cash till and safe and all of the money the bar had taken that night.

Each of the men now face lengthy jail sentences after being sentenced at Liverpool Crown Court, on Friday, March 29.

Frankie Wood, 23, from Widnes was sentenced to 19 years in prison and a further five years on extended license for conspiracy to commit robbery, Thomas Lacken, 39, of Kensington, was sentenced to ten years for conspiracy to commit robbery, while Hayley Digney, 34, of Dingle Vale, was sentenced to 14-and-a-half years for conspiracy to commit robbery.

The bar manager of Tipsy Monkey described the robbery at the time as a traumatic experience for the staff.

He said they had only been open for eight weeks and so to have been targeted so soon was “horrible.”

He went on to praise the local community for their “wonderful support.”

The gang were also found guilty in connection to a series of other armed robberies in July and June last year at restaurants and cafes in Liverpool at Smithdown Road, Lark Lane, Aigburth Road, Edge Lane and Allerton Road.

In all of these armed robberies, the offenders entered the businesses with weapons including hammers and

CCTV images of the gang who raided the Tipsy Bar, inset.

machetes, and either caused damage or made threats in order to steal cash.

Detective Inspector Paul Speight, who led the investigation, said: “These sentences show how seriously the courts have taken this frightening spate of offences, and should serve as a deterrent to anyone considering trying similar raids.

“We will continue to work closely with any businesses affected by robbery to ensure the perpetrators are put before the courts.”

“Some of these incidents resulted in threats with weapons, and in one case a member of staff was struck with a firearm.

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“Whether small independent businesses or national chains, the staff working there are most often people living in our communities just trying to earn a living.

“They should be able to go to work each day safe in the knowledge that they will not fall victim to incidents such as this.

“We hope the sentences offer some comfort as they continue to come to terms with what they have been through.

“I encourage people to keep doing what they have done in this investigation: provide us with information and allow us to take action and remove these people and their weapons from the streets.”

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Cyclists want to put brakes on Rimrose Valley Park road plan Report by Tom Martin

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CYCLISTS gathered at Rimrose Valley to spread the message that they want to put the breaks on plans to build a road through the park.

Those taking part in a Cycle Safari event, organised by Merseyside Environmental Trust, stopped at the south Sefton park on Saturday, Some of the March 23 to show their opposicyclists at tion to Highways England’s the event. plans.

On their way to the Sefton Coastal Path, they gathered in the park to learn more about the anti-road campaign, talk about their passion for cycling and to pick up leaflets and maps provided by Active Travel Sefton promoting cycling in the region.

Crosby-based cycle shop, College Cycles, was also on hand to offer free bike maintenance and drinks bottles to all riders.

Speaking about the impact the proposed road would have on cyclists, event leader, Don Thompson from Merseyside Cycling Campaign said: “It’s an important cycle route. Lots of people use it to commute to work, to the shops and to visit relatives. Whether it’s used for business or leisure, it will be a terrible loss.

“Air pollution is on the agenda and Merseytravel is trying to do something about it. ‘Doing something about it’ in my book isn’t to increase traffic – it’s to look at alternatives.

“You’ve got to be looking at better public transport systems and moving freight onto rail.

“That’s the way forward and it beggars belief why Highways England hasn’t gone that way.”

Owner of College Cycles, Jonathan Bolton added: “Green space means a lot to us all. Families and kids want somewhere to take their bikes and this local event is something we wanted to support.

“We hear a lot about the accidents people have on their bikes when cycling on main roads.

“Having somewhere people can venture off the road and avoid all the traffic is a much safer environment for everyone.

“Obviously, cycling is great for health keeping people fit. If we lost this area, it may deter a lot of people from getting out and using their bikes.”

Stuart Bennett of the Save Rimrose Valley Campaign said: “A cycle lane next to a dual carriageway, filled with highly-polluting HGVs is no compensation for the loss people will suffer.

“Cyclists want a safe, peaceful place to ride and to breathe clean air in the process. This is exactly what Rimrose provides today. Highways England wants to destroy all of that.

“We would like to thank everyone who turned out and helped to create such a brilliant atmosphere.”

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Council letter leads Pupil, 12, can join Mensa to fears school is to after top score on IQ test be demolished - but don’t worry it’s not Report by Kenny Parker

Redevelopment plans will only see mobile classroom and storage facility removed with main building to remain Report by Tom Martin OWNERS of a specialist school in Crosby have dismissed concerns it will be demolished – after Sefton Council sent out letters informing nearby residents it will be torn down!

Several social media users posted images of a letter sent out by the local authority, which had the headline ‘Demolition of Building’, alongside the school’s address.

A picture of the letter was shared on social media on Friday, March 29, which sparked more than 30 comments from locals who expressed their shock and sadness at the prospect of losing the school.

One social media user posted: “Such a shame to see a lovely building go”, with another commenting: “This is so sad, this was my old school.”

It eventually caught the attention of the school owners, Kedleston Group, who were quick to reject the demolition rumours and ease any concerns.

They say the only part of the A copy of the letter sent to residents school to be demolished will be a specialist support. mobile classroom and storage building.

“Part of these plans involve the removal of an existIn fact, Olsen House School is actually expanding, with the construction of an extension to provide a ing pre-fabricated building in the playground of the kitchen, refurbished classrooms and a bigger car school which will be demolished.

“The plans will allow the school, which supports park.

A spokesperson for Kedleston Group said: “Work is children and young people with autism social and set to begin on an exciting development at Olsen emotional mental health difficulties, to improve and extend facilities including building a new kitchen House School over the Easter holidays.

“The redevelopment, refurbishment and extension and dining area and refurbish and extend the school of the school will allow us to welcome up to 15 addi- environment.”

Olsen House School is an independent school and tional new students as well as six members of staff and help us meet a growing demand for the school’s welcomes pupils with Special Educational Needs.

A 12-year-old pupil at a Crosby school has been invited to join an exclusive club for the world’s brainiest after scoring the highest possible score at an intelligence test.

Darren Toh scored 162 on the Mensa IQ test, which entitles him to join the society.

It is all the more impressive as he was born with congenital deafness, but has also earned Grade 6 in piano (with distinction), Grade 5 in saxophone and Grade 4 in LAMDA drama.

He also passed his GCSE Maths with the equivalent of A* at the age of 11, is currently taking the GCSE Further Maths, and will take A-Level Maths next year. Last year he was part of the school team that made it to the final of the international Maths in Motion challenge.

Darren did not speak until he was five years old and until the age of seven attended a special needs school where teachers said he showed exceptional ability.

His parents then decided to withdraw Darren Toh. him and place him in Merchant Taylors’ older brother Brendan) with severe autism.

Boys School, where he is 100% dependent on She says that Darren, who wants to follow the use of a hearing aid. his mum and be a paediatrician, may be mature In his first year and every year since he has for his age as he has helped look after Brendan. won his form’s ‘academic prize.’

Dr Ng added: “We are incredibly proud of His mum, Dr May Ng, says he took the Mensa Darren. He never lets his disability stop him test out of curiosity. “He has been asking me from doing anything. He is really quite to do the Mensa test for the last year,” she remarkable. He is also a lovely brother to said, “He just wanted to know what his IQ is.

Brendan. He has to be the older brother rather “He loves puzzles and challenges, he loves than the younger brother and he has been maths and English so finally we let him do it.

“We are not surprised at the result, but maybe very supportive of him.”

Merchant Taylors’ head David Wickes, said: a little surprised he got the maximum score.”

“Darren is a remarkable young man who has Mensa was founded in England in 1946 and overcome great personal challenges. is a society “for bright people” with the only “There is no doubt he has a bright future qualification for membership being a high IQ. It has more than 110,000 members worldwide ahead of him and we will continue to do all we can through our academic and extra-curand around 20,000 members across the UK ricular programmes to help him realise his and Ireland – more than 1,300 aged 16 or under. enormous potential.”

It is perhaps no surprise that Darren comes John Stevenage, chief executive of British from an exceptional family. His mum, a conMensa, said: “Well done to Darren for achievsultant paediatrician at Ormskirk Hospital, ing such a good score. If he takes up his offer has won several major awards for her work and was the recipient of a prestigious Medical of membership, he will find the Mensa community has plenty to offer in terms of new Research Council UK Fellowship in 2006. She friends and opportunities to develop new recently wrote a book –A Journey With Brendan – about bringing up a child (Darren’s interests.”

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Thief who targeted gym car parks was caught out by CCTV Report by Henry James A THIEF has been jailed for two years, seven months after breaking into cars in Aintree, across Merseyside and beyond.

Steven Anthony Barton, 47 years, of Elloway Road, Liverpool stole from cars in West Derby, Widnes, Aintree, Wigan, Hunts Cross and Speke in a series of thefts that began in November last year.

Barton repeatedly waited in car parks at gyms and targeted unattended cars when he knew items had been left inside.

He stole items including bank cards, which he was later caught on CCTV using in shops.

When officers attempted to arrest Barton on December 2, he tried to evade capture by driving away from police at speed, through red lights and on the wrong side of the road.

In the interests of public safety the pursuit was called off.

He was subsequently detained on January 10 in David Lloyd car park in Kirkby, in a car with a registration plate he had doctored.

He was found to be in possession of a glove and screwdriver, and a number of stolen items were recovered from the vehicle including a Dell laptop and Mac Book Pro. He was later convicted of: five counts of fraud by false representation; two counts of going equipped for theft; four counts of handling stolen goods; and four counts of theft from a motor vehicle In relation to the incident on January 10, he was further charged with dangerous driving, driving while disqualified and driving without insurance.

He has been disqualified from driving for two years from his release from prison.

Community Inspector Paul Holden said: “Like

Barton uses a stolen bank card at a shop in Wigan

many thieves, Barton was an opportunist who waited to see when victims left items in their car or looked for signs that a vehicle contained items worth stealing. He deliberately went to gym car parks with the intention of stealing.

“Barton is behind bars where he belongs, but I want to take this opportunity to urge other car owners to frustrate people like Barton by taking a few steps whenever you leave a vehicle for any period.

“Firstly, always lock your car fully and leave it somewhere which is well-lit and, if possible, covered by CCTV cameras. If you have a security alarm, make sure you use it.

“Part of the reason we identified Barton and were able to reunite some victim’s with their property is because he was caught on CCTV, and we know in many cases the presence of lighting and CCTV can deter would-be thieves.

“Secondly, take every item of value and cash with you when you park up and don’t leave any on display “And thirdly, register your valuables with the free website Immobilise.com so if we catch the thief who stole them, we can reunite you with your belongings.”

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Teacher is bodybuilding a career as an actor!

Report by Tom Martin

A MULTI-talented teacher from Netherton who doubles up as a bodybuilder has now embarked on a new career as an actor!

Stephen Burke, 31, has appeared as an extra in Coronation Street, a Vodafone advert with Liverpool star Mo Salah, played a police officer in Hollyoaks and a champion golfer in a Betfred commercial.

It’s a lot different to teaching high school pupils, which he has decided to take a step back from due to the demand for acting roles.

Stephen taught at Litherland High School and the Champion has reported how he has also taken part in British bodybuilding competitions.

He still does temporary supply teaching work, as well as keeping fit in the gym, but his main focus now is acting and stunt work.

The former St Wilfrid's High School pupil said: “I got into acting when I was in living in America.

“I was a soccer coach and still focusing on my bodybuilding.

“Whilst there I had a background part in two movies, one being The Dark Knight Batman film.

“It was there I first saw how action and stunt scenes were choreographed and coordinated.

“It looked exciting and I decided this was something I wanted to do!”

One of Stephen’s notable roles so far was playing the role of a 'Well Groomed Man' in an episode of Coronation Street.

He described his experience on set: “The actors I had the opportunity to work with were amazing.

“Jack Sheppard (who plays David Platt), Helen Worth (Gail Platt) and Ben Price (Nick Tilsley) were brilliant and I learned so much off them in the few short hours I was there, but more importantly it just felt normal between takes.

“I have been fortunate to film a few scenes lately at Coronation Street so fingers crossed some more will come of it as it's such a tremendous place to be.”

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Situated next to Rainbow Park, the site is near Kirkby train station and is allocated for housing use under Sefton’s Local Plan.

Bellway ’s plans include a mix of one, two, three, and four-bed homes, with 44 of these earmarked as affordable.

Work has now started on the first plot of the site, following the installation of utilities, and the first show homes are due to complete in the summer.

Planning permission was granted in June last year; Bellway’s Section 106 agreement includes an education contribution of £317,250 to Melling Primary School, the provision of a bus stop on Waddicar Lane, and a £50,000 contribution towards improvement to Rainbow Park.

Prior to receiving planning permission, the scheme was met with resistance by residents, with a number of petitions against the development put

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Residents argued against a loss of green space, the impact on the local road network, and concerns over safe access to the site.

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Off-licence plan is approved at site of former kitchen store Report by Tom Martin PLANS to turn a closed-down kitchen store in Thornton into an off-licence has been given a green-light by Sefton Council.

The Champion reported last week how some residents were unhappy that a company called Empire Booze wanted to take over the former Anthom Kitchen Studios, on The Crescent.

They claimed it would lead to a rise in anti-social behaviour, with one person saying: “I believe that an off licence will encourage gangs of youths congregating around the shops day and evenings”, and they also claimed there are already a number of businesses selling alcohol in this particular area.

However, at a Licensing and Committee meeting on Thursday, March 28, the local authority gave permission to the company.

A report published following the meeting states:

“Whilst the Sub-Committee had sympathy for the local residents’ concerns, it had not heard or received any evidence that the concerns would occur and therefore could not impose purely aspirational conditions in the absence of any evidence.

“The Sub-Committee were satisfied that the applicant was experienced in the licensing trade and had good training practices and support in place. The Sub-Committee were encouraged by the applicant’s offer of engagement with the community and the fact that the business would provide local employment and would be an asset to the area with the premises being refurbished.

“The Sub-Committee concluded that should any concerns come to fruition, in respect of this premises, the interested parties would have the right to request a Review of the Premises Licence.”

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Festival in the woods to go ahead despite residents’ concerns Report by Danielle Thompson A THREE day festival set to be held this summer has been granted permission

by Sefton Council.

The L37 Fest will be held over the weekend Friday, July 12 to Sunday, July 14 at Orrell Hill Woods on Orrell Hill Lane, off the A565 road near Ince Blundell – with a maximum capacity of 4,999 attendees.

Friday ’s entertainment has already been revealed as S Club 3 – singers Jo O’Meara, Bradley McIntosh and Tina Barrett from the popular noughties band S Club 7, as well as Bongo’s Bingo, which is described S Club 3 will perform at the festival on Friday. by the organisers as ‘crazy bingo’ with impromptu raves, dance offs and outrageous prizes.

10pm on the Sunday, while guests must have left The entertainment for the Saturday and Sunday the site by 30 minutes later each night. has not been revealed yet, with organisers saying Merseyside Police imposed a number of conditions that this will be announced soon. on the licence, including a challenge 25 policy for The plans for a premises licence were granted at a the service of alcohol; that under 16s cannot enter Sefton Council meeting on Monday April 1. without an adult; drinks cannot be sold in glass conMerseyside Police, and Hightown, Ince Blundell tainers and a number of registered security staff. and Formby parish councils had raised concerns A spokesperson for the L37 Fest said: “Bongo's while a petition against the festival was also submit- Bingo will be headlining the opening night of the ted, signed by more than 100 residents. inaugural L37 Fest in Formby with special guests S Concerns included noise, light pollution, smells, Club3. Expect big cash prizes, silly ones, awkward litter, anti social behaviour, safeguarding of children dance offs, rave intervals and much more. and under-age drinking and congestion.

“We are happy to announce that L37 Fest will be Formby Parish Council objected to the decision to supporting Variety, the Children’s Charity from feature Bongo's Bingo, while Ravenmeols Council- profits of Friday’s ticket sales! We are delighted to lor Catie Page read out a review of a previous support such a fantastic charity helping sick disBongo’s Bingo event, which described the event in abled and disadvantaged children in Merseyside. lewd terms and said she would like it to end earlier “We’re very happy to announce Sefton have granthan 11pm. ted our event license and L37 Fest will be going The sale of alcohol and provision of all live music ahead as planned! Tickets will be on sale soon via must stop by 10.30pm on Friday and Saturday, and Ticket Quarter!”

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MP calls for ‘London style’ bus network Report by Danielle Thompson SEFTON MP Bill Esterson is calling for bus services to be brought back under public control to give Merseyside a ‘first class’ network on a par with London’s.

The Sefton Central MP said more powers should be given to local authorities to run integrated bus networks which “serve passengers not shareholders.”

London buses are fully regulated with Transport for London setting the routes, timetables and fares, which the MP said was far better than the service provided through the “failure” of bus deregulation.

He said: “I am in London from Monday to Thursday and I see the enormous benefits of a reliable, integrated and value for money bus service.

“I want to see the same for my constituents and the whole of the Liverpool City Region.

“The Bus Services Act is far from perfect, but it does offer the chance to take back control of the way a bus service is run in an area.

“It means profits can be ploughed back into cheaper fares or investment for the future.

“Bus companies should not be making a profit where that money could come into the public purse.

The deregulation of buses has been a failure.”

Currently, bus companies are able to run services on profitable routes, but there is no obligation on them to provide a service where that service is not profitable.

That falls on the local travel authority - Merseytravel in the case of Merseyside - to provide.

Around 15% of Merseyside buses are subsidised in order to provide a comprehensive service.

Merseytravel is barred from running any services on profitable routes that ‘compete’ with a private provider.

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The creature was found on the beach by walker Darren Paul and pictures were shared on social media on Sunday, March 24.

Many internet users identified it as a Lesser Octopus, also known as a Curled Octopus, which are usually found in fairly shallow waters.

They can grow to around 50cm in length and are found all around the waters of the British Isles, and throughout European waters, particularly the Mediterranean, and also off the northern coast of Africa.

Although they look similar to the common octopus, the mantle is bigger and in a fully grown

adult the arms are thinner and only have a single row of suckers.

The lesser octopus is generally a red to orange colour, although they also have the same colour changing ability as the common octopus.

According to the Scientific American website, crawling out of the water is not uncommon for species of octopus that live in intertidal waters or near the shore. This allows the octopus to survive on land for short periods of time, because oxygen is absorbed through the skin, instead of the gills This is not the first time that unusual creatures have washed up on Crosby beach.

In 2013 a dead Minke whale appeared on the sand and in 2017 a furry-looking creature was spotted which caused debate until experts decided it was a sea mouse. Also in 2017 there was a reported sighting of a dead baby dolphin and a 2ft long baby school shark.

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Mariners launch new kit for 125th anniversary season

A PUBLIC event will be held outside St George's Hall to mark 30 years since the Hillsborough tragedy.

The commemorate event on Monday, April 15 will remember the 96 Liverpool fans who died in the disaster in 1989.

Organised by Liverpool City Council, the event will be open to anyone who wants to take the opportunity to pay their respects.

The Hillsborough 30th commemoration event will be held on the steps of St George’s Hall, on Lime Street, from 5.30pm with a number of speeches, performances and prayers.

Lime Street will be closed to traffic from 5pm until 7.30pm.

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Report by Tom Martin MARINE will go back in time next season by wearing a home kit which is similar to the one worn in their first ever match 125 years ago.

The Mariners, known for their white shirts, will swap the colour for gold and black during the 2019/20 campaign as part of their 125th anniversary celebrations.

In the early days when the club was founded in 1894, they played in a number of kits featuring the colours of gold and black before changing to white in the 1920s.

The new bespoke kit, designed by Macron, will only be worn by the players for the one season before they revert back towhite shirts.

Marine chairman Paul Leary said: “The shirt has been fabulously designed by Macron and is of the highest quality depicting the club’s original colours of gold and black pre 1920s.”

If fans want the shirt, they will have to be quick and place their order no later than Monday, April 8.

That's because Macron say the production of the shirt will be limited to one

Event at St George’s Hall to mark 30 years since Hillsborough tragedy be held earlier in the day at Liverpool Cathedral from 2.45pm, which will feature a minute’s silence at 3.06pm – the time at which the 1989 FA Cup Semi-Final between Liverpool FC and Nottingham Forest was stopped.

Mayor of Liverpool Joe Anderson said: “This is a chance for the city, the fans and the families of the 96 to come together to remember those that were lost on 15th April 1989.

“We appreciate this will be a difficult and emotional day for the families, and the survivors, but this is a chance for us all to come together in a spirit of togetherness to mark this milestone in a way which befits the memories of the 96.”

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THREE men have been charged by police after a lengthy investigation which began when a gun was found in Crosby last year.

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LETTERS to the Editor Food waste collections will have to start again Re: Food waste caddy collections to be scrapped by the council.

While I have every sympathy with budget constraints Sefton Council face, the decision to scrap food waste caddy collections flies in the face of common sense and imminent legislation.

Sefton state in your article they will await further guidance from the Department of Food and Rural Affairs (Defra).

They won’t have to wait long.

Precept too much for what we get So Maghull is to freeze its precept well bully for us.

I wonder if some councillor could explain why even with the freeze Maghull’s precept is £87.32, Lydiate is £67.41 Formby is £8.86, Thornton £5.77 Hightown £5.77 and Bootle have no precept at all.

Surely it is not for the firework display for which we have to pay an entrance fee which more than covers the cost.

So the only explanation can be the cost of our faceless councillors who like our MP are the only people to have had a large increase in pay and expenses.

Council to blame for Food containers were poor recycling service often left un-collected

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Defra have already published a Waste & Resources Strategy in which weekly food waste collections from households are to become mandatory for all local authorities.

So to cut this service now is pointless as it will have to be re-started in the near future and it also sends a terrible message to Sefton householders about food waste management in the home.

David McDiarmid, Crosby

Send your letters to: The Editor, Champion Newspapers, Clare House, 166 Lord Street, Southport PR9 0QA tel 01704 392 400 email editor@champnews.com

Sefton Council have been quick to blame residents, and the drop off in food recycling caddy use, for the planned termination of the food recycling service as reported in the Champion.

Perhaps however they need to look a bit closer to home.

Following my complaint last month, the council acknowledged that “the food waste collection service is not currently at acceptable standards.”

Is it, therefore, any surprise if residents, fed up with missed collections and rotting food on their doorstep for weeks on end, take

an easier option.

The council point out that they have the best recycling figures on Merseyside but sadly this is a case of being the best of a bad lot.

Sefton’s 36.9% recycling is below average nationally and falls well short of the 50% target due to be achieved by 2020.

Funding cuts are no doubt part of the issue but the council should take care to get their own house in order before blaming willing but disheartened residents.

David Kay, Thornton

I have just read the article about Sefton cancelling the food waste collection - due, it says, to lack of people using it.

From our experience (and we have ALWAYS separated our food waste), the problem lies with Sefton not providing an adequate service.

We have had to contact them - on many occasions - as our collection was missed.

This is not environmentally a good situation having food waste sitting outside your house for weeks on end

Patricia Withers Southport

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Just a quick mention about Jubilee Drive in Netherton.

On Thursday, March 28, our road was resurfaced with tarmacadam.

The next day a team returned to dig it up, to lay new pipes for the grids in the gutters.

I can’t believe in this day and age that this could happen.

What a complete waste of resources and money.

Michael Gorman, By email

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Local Ratepayer, Maghull

They pay less in West Lancs For the information of the writer of the letter (No Better off in West Lancs).

My council tax bill for Lydiate is £1,378 for a band C house.

For Band C in West Lancs it is £1,318, a saving of £60.

This includes a fire station and at least one police station.

We pay a precept of £67.41 per year to subsidise Bootle, Southport and others who have no precept.

Even Formby only pay £8.86 and Thornton £5.77.

because they ‘forgot’ to collect it.

Not only is the smell unpleasant it also attracts vermin etc.

In our numerous complaints we were told the agency they used were not very good, or the manager controlling this was off sick blah blah blah.

It is a case of Sefton trying to do it as cheap as possible, thus resulting in a poor service.

Last week we had some Dutch friends staying with us and after returning home after shopping at Asda in Aintree one of our friends realised he had lost his wedding ring.

We obviously didn’t think there was much chance of it being found but I thought it was worth phoning Asda just in case it was found there.

We can only say we were all delighted to receive a call later that day to say it had been handed in and we picked it up the next morning.

Customer Services didn’t know where it was found or who handed it in, but we just want to say thank you to whoever it was and hope they get to see this letter.

We would also like to thank the other staff at Asda who dealt with the situation.

This picture of the waves reflecting the sun breaking through clouds over Burbo Bank near Crosby was taken by Champion reader Matthew Romano.

If you would like to submit a photograph to be considered for Picture of the Week please email editorial @champnews. com.

Margaret Hughes, Maghull

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Crosby has been taken for a ride by St Modwen

Council should replace all trees they have cut down

I am writing in response to last week’s front page about St Modwen’s decision to sell up.

Crosby has been taken for a joyless ride.

What an absolute kick in the proverbials by the much-lauded St Modwen which has finally revealed it’s real agenda by putting Crosby Village up for sale!

Sadly this comes before managing to reveal the rest of their disappointing attempts to regenerate Moor

I have just read the letter regarding tree felling in Sefton and I wholeheartedly agree with the writer who stated that, “we are supposed to be saving the environment not cutting trees down.”

If the trees really do have to be destroyed (because they are diseased) then Sefton Council should replace them asap!)

Furthermore, councils need to greatly increase tree planting across every county.

The destruction of our greenbelt land to

Lane!

Even by their own terrible time scales this is shocking.

I thought it was an early April Fool’s day joke when I read they are asking almost £4million more than what they paid for it...and for what?

We haven’t even got so much as a McDonald’s out of it!

Mr Collins, Crosby

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However, individuals also need to take responsibility to improve their environment too.

Planting a tree in our gardens is just one way to make our environment a healthier one.

It will help to attract wildlife, look beautiful and reduce air pollution!

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Residents who are not attending the festival are advised to avoid the A59 Ormskirk Road from Switch Island through to the Black Bull junction.

Ormskirk Road, as well as Park Lane between Bridle Road and Ormskirk Road, will be closed between 4pm and 9pm on all three festival days.

Heavy traffic is expected on the A59 from 10am 2pm.

During the closure, traffic will be diverted via

Switch Island, Dunningsbridge Road, Netherton Way and Southport Road.

A spokesman for Sefton Council said: “Every year the Aintree Festival brings thousands of racegoers, tourists and visitors to our beautiful borough and once again all eyes will be on Sefton as the home of incredible international events.

“We are working closely with partners to help keep the borough moving during the festival and to keep disruption to a minimum.

“People wishing to attend the race meeting itself are encouraged to use the Merseyrail network and alight at Aintree station.

“After racing finishes on both Friday and Saturday buses will be operating from Park Lane into Liverpool City Centre and we would ask visitors who are in the region for a number of days to try and explore our wonderful borough even further.”

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‘Reality ’ TV programmes - get them out of here!

LAST week saw celebrity Pamela Anderson saying it's time to ban so-called ‘reality shows’ on TV. Well I'd certainly back her on that one.

I watched the first few episodes of the first ‘I'm a Celebrity ’ and decided then and there that I wanted to get out of here as soon as possible.

I never managed to get through a single showing of Big Brother and my opinion of these what used to be called ‘Talent Competitions’ after watching one or two was that the same standard of performance could be equalled or better at many local clubs up and down the country.

Pam though was concerned about the frighteningly high suicide rate of those ‘stars’ who have subsequently committed suicide as a result of their catapult into stardom.

A least 38 hopefuls since 1986 have taken their own lives after being catapulted into instant stardom through 'reality shows' and talent contests.

And that is a sad yet understandable outcome from folk who realise that they don't have that much to offer - and often apparently not very much money either at the end of it all.

So yes, I genuinely feel sorry for them - it must have seemed that a glittering future awaited them, and indeed a fortunate few did find genuine stardom. Most do not.

So good luck to Pamela Anderson on that one so far as I am concerned.

It would from a purely personal point of view to free up our TV channels for more drama productions - and also hopefully more of those marvellous comedy shows like Fawlty Towers, Dad's Army, Black Adder and One Foot in the Grave.

Have you noticed that programmes such as these are still repeated regularly, appreciated not only by people such as I who remember them from the first time round, but by new younger audiences as well.

Surely there is still the talent out there to write more of the same - or is it the TV bosses who have turned their backs on this kind of entertainment?

If I remember correctly, even Fawlty Towers was originally turned down - and that was then.

So what hope for now?

Anyway, I see the Brexit supporter who threw an egg at Jeremy Corbyn has been handed a month in jail sentence - and that puzzles me.

Not that anyone should throw an egg the Leader of Her Majesty's Loyal Opposition, I can understand that, but to be jailed for it?

Surely, being the target for thrown eggs and indeed rotten tomatoes, at politicians of whom you do not approve, is par for the course.

If I remember correctly no-one was jailed for throwing an egg - or was it eggs? - at then Deputy Prime Minister John Prescott a few years ago. Mind you, throwing anything at Mr Prescott was a risky business anyway, he was more than likely to give you a thump for your trouble.

But so far as I know Mr Corbyn was not physically hurt (apparently he was “shocked and surprised”).

OK, throwing things at folk is intrinsically wrong.

But had I been Mr Corbyn I would have probably exchanged words with my attacker - and told the police I did not wish to press charges against my assailant who would have felt rather silly had Mr C simply wiped off the mess, and hopefully come up with an appropriate wisecrack to turn the tables.

It seems to me that today’s crop of MPs really are rather thin skinned compared to some of their mighty forebears.

Prescott was one, but can you imagine the trouble you would have faced had you slung an egg at Bessie Bradock?

I imagine the safety of a prison cell would have been preferable.

Anyway, Mr Corbyn's attacker was reported to be “perfectly happy to go to jail” - so that's alright then.

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Fund launched to secure more filming in region Report by Tom Martin

MORE television and film productions in Sefton could be on the way after a £2million fund was set up to attract more camera crews to the Liverpool City Region.

In a UK first for a combined authority, , the LCR Production Fund has been created worth £2million and local, national and international production companies can bid for a maximum investment of £500,000 per proposal – giving a vital financial injection.

Mayor of Liverpool, Joe Anderson said: “This innovative project sees Liverpool once again pushing boundaries and working in a collaborative way which will see a A film crew in Liverpool real impact in terms of jobs being created and skills being developed.

“Liverpool is one of the most filmed locations outside of London, with producers and directors repeatedly drawn here to use the region’s world-class locations as a backdrop for their work.”

The Fund is aimed at small and large projects ranging from feature films and TV dramas, right through to scripted comedies and animations.

There is an emphasis on working with experienced producers with a The cast of Das Boot. Photo by Sky Germany substantial production budget.

A stretch of the Coastal Road will have to The announcement comes in the week be closed to vehicles from 10am-midnight that it was revealed that production crews on Monday (April 8) to allow filming to will soon be in Southport for an episode of take place.

Sky Atlantic’s popular TV drama Das Boot.

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Sefton Council works closely with the Liverpool Film Office to help promote ‘film friendly Sefton’ and all the opportunities the borough has for film and production companies.

Das Boot is produced for Sky, and like the hit 1981 film of the same name, the series is based on LotharGünther Buchheim's 1973 book, but with additions from Buchheim's 1995 sequel Die Festung.

The WWII drama centres on an inexperienced U-boat crew who have to survive a secret mission and a young German woman torn between loyalty for her home country and the French resistance

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Thug jailed after campaign of abuse against two women Report by Tom Martin

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Andrew Atkinson, 22, of Monaghan Close, Orrell Park, pleaded guilty to three assaults as well as controlling and coercive behaviour against two women between early 2017 and February 2019.

At Liverpool Crown Court on Monday, April 1 Atkinson was put behind bars for two years after a court heard how he “made the lives of his victims a misery.”

He would ask them to send photographs of where they were, make accusations against them out of jealousy and “put them down” to make them feel insecure.

His victims described how Atkinson would stop them from going places and even stop them wearing certain items of clothing.

Detective Constable Anna Skelton said: “The sentencing of Atkinson sends a strong message that controlling and coercive behaviour will simply

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not be tolerated and that there is hope and help available for anyone who may be suffering.

“Andrew Atkinson made the lives of his victims a misery and I want to commend them for finding the courage to come forward and tell the police, which ultimately put this offender behind bars.

“Controlling and coercive behaviour consists of emotional and psychological abuse which often results in victims becoming isolated from their friends and families. Offenders may control who they see and where they go, how much money they spend or even monitor their online activity

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and often humiliate or degrade them. I would like to emphasise that there is plenty of help available to anyone who may be suffering domestic abuse of any kind and together with partner agencies, we will do all that we can to support you, if you can find the courage to come forward.

“Domestic abuse can happen to anyone and we have specially trained officers who will listen to you and support you with sensitivity and compassion. Likewise, I would ask everyone to look out for your family members, friends or neighbours that may be suffering, as by contacting us you could be helping someone who is too afraid to help themselves.

Everything you tell us is taken extremely seriously and will be investigated thoroughly.

“If you want to report domestic abuse, contact Merseyside Police on 101 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or seek specialist support call the confidential 24-hour National Domestic Abuse Helpline on 0808 2000 247. This helpline is free.”

As well as a two year jail sentence, Atkinson also received an indefinite restraining order against one of his victims.

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Hospice launches annual ‘Will Campaign’

Ali Campbell and Astro from UB40.

UB40 join Madness for performance at Aintree Racecourse UB40 featuring Ali and Astro will be joining Madness at a racing and live music event at Aintree Racecourse on Friday, May 17.

The troupe is one part of the original band UB40 which split into two factions, the other retaining the name UB40. Ali Campbell and Astro were singer and second vocalist respectively.

The original UB40, the name once given to the unemployment benefit registration card, topped the UK singles chart on three occasions and sold 70 million records around the globe.

Chart topping hits, which can expect to be heard at Aintree, were I Got You Babe, (I Can’t Help) Falling In Love With You, and Red Red Wine.

They were also nominated for multiple awards including both a Grammy and a BRIT, and are one of the most commercially successful reggae acts of all time.

The album A Real Labour Of Love by UB40 (featuring Ali and Astro) entered the UK charts at No.2 when it was released this time last year.

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Tickets are priced starting at £35 for adults and £15 for under 18s. Hospitality packages are also available.

THROUGHOUT the month of April people are invited to have their Will written or updated through Woodlands Hospice’s Will Campaign.

Locals will be supported by one of the many solicitors or professional Will writers who are taking part.

They will waive their normal fee in exchange for a charitable donation to the hospice at the time of making their Will.

Writing a Will is peace of mind for people and adequate provision for their family and loved ones in the knowledge that their wishes will be carried out.

Without a Will the law decides who inherits your assets, whereas with a Will you decide.

Carole Brown, whose daughter works at Woodlands, was prompted to finally get her Will sorted by the addition of her first grandchild, Poppy.

She said: “I wanted to ensure my wishes to support my family when I am no longer here were documented.

The fact that I could do this and support Woodlands through a donation was a bonus.

“Now I can relax and get on with enjoying my time making special memories with Poppy. I would highly

recommend others to take that step and get their Will done using Woodlands Hospice Will Campaign.”

Woodlands Hospice is committed to delivering Specialist Care for people with cancer and other life-limiting illnesses – supporting patients and families at the most difficult of times.

To provide their services they need to raise more than £3,500 every day, so they rely on the support of the community through fundraising events, campaigns and donations.

All care is provided free of charge so the help of residents is crucial in ensuring Woodlands continues to provide their care in the future.

Writing or changing a Will is not difficult with the right advice and can make a huge difference to families, as well as being a source of comfort and peace of mind.

People can have their Will done at an office, through a home visit, appointments at Woodlands Hospice or even instructions over the telephone with a face to face appointment for when they sign their will.

To arrange an appointment or ask any questions about the scheme call Carole Riley at Woodlands on 0151 529 4143 or e-mail: carole.riley@aintree.nhs.uk

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30th Anniversary

A Nursing Home with a Difference Springfield Court is a 60-bed, private care home. Established in 1989, we are this year celebrating 30 years of providing a warm, homely, safe environment for all our residents. They are all treated individually, choosing their own lifestyles in Springfield, (their new home), whilst we ensure that their nursing needs are continually monitored and met with sensitivity and professionalism. Springfield Court aims to provide residents with a secure relaxed environment in which their care is of prime importance.

All staff at Springfield Court strive to preserve and maintain the dignity, individuality and privacy of residents within a warm and caring environment, and in doing so are sensitive to the their ever changing needs. Such needs may be medical/ therapeutic, cultural, psychological, spiritual, emotional and social.

S. Huyton and Sons Ltd Suppliers of Fine Food “We are very proud to be associated with Springfield Court and wish you congratulations on your 30th Anniversary and Outstanding rating” 75 Town Green Lane, Aughton near Ormskirk L39 6SE TEL: 01695 423308 24 HRS

FAX: 01695 423101 Email: davidhuyton@btinternet.com howardhuyton@btinternet.com

Wendy, Colin, Margaret & Linda Many congratulations on your 30th Anniversary and recent deserved glowing report.

Thanks for your support to us for the last 30 years.

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The Home offers luxury hotel style accommodation in a tranquil setting. The individual rooms are presented as: • 40 single en-suite rooms • 3 double en-suite rooms • 10 single rooms with vanity unit • 2 double rooms with vanity unit Other facilities at Springfield: • Free wifi throughout the home • Court Café (located in the theatre) • Hairdressing available in the home on a weekly basis • Newspapers are delivered daily • Outings are arranged on an individual or group basis • Escorts for Hospital visits can be arranged if family members are not available, (there is a small charge of £10/hour for this service)

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30th Anniversary We have CCTV throughout the communal areas and corridors at Springfield Court to assist us with maintaining a safe environment for all our residents, staff and visitors.

At Springfield Court we pride ourselves on appointing qualified, experienced and gifted chefs to excite even the most jaded of palettes. The chefs ensure there is always a choice of food at every meal and you can be guaranteed always full of nutrition.

We have dedicated activities organisers whom make it their

concern to see that all our residents are provided with stimulus. A diverse range of activities, outings and games take place daily.

What makes Springfield Court unique is our Theatre of Dreams where national and international entertainers regularly appear on stage. Running alongside these spectacular evening events is an Enrichment Programme in which guest speakers are invited to talk on a wide range of subjects.

These evenings are enjoyed by residents, their relatives, staff and friends of Springfield Court.

We are dedicated to providing the highest quality care and assistance to all residents of our lovely home and pride ourselves on being friendly, respectful and professional.

We’d love to hear from you.

If you have any questions or wish to arrange a viewing of our home, please contact us

TEL: 01695 424344 Springfield Road, Aughton, Lancashire L39 6ST lindaburrows@btconnect.com www.springfieldcourt.org WE ARE VERY PROUD TO ANNOUNCE OUR RECENT

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We have all worked so hard to attain this wonderful achievement and we are now among a very small percent of nursing homes who boast the highest rating

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CQC Report 3rd January 2019 “We saw examples of outstanding person-centred care which enabled people who lived at the service to maintain their identity and independence.

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As suppliers of laundry equipment to Springfield Nursing Home, Chew Engineering would like to congratulate Wendy, Colin, Linda and all the staff on achieving an ‘Outstanding’ rating Unit 31, Sefton Lane Industrial Estate Maghull, Merseyside L31 8BX Tel 0151 526 9654 info@cheweng.co.uk

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The tree has now been replanted in South Park after remaining on Crosby high street ‘too long’

Crosby’s Christmas tree has moved - to Bootle!

Report by Tom Martin THE mystery location of Crosby Village's Christmas tree has emerged after it was replanted in Bootle's South Park.

There was confusion over where the tree would be located after it remained on the Crosby high street long after the festive period had ended.

Sefton Council chiefs initially said it would be

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Campaign leader gives talk at Rimrose Valley Report by Tom Martin A LEADING figure of the Friends of the Earth group has blasted Highways England for its â&#x20AC;&#x153;outrageousâ&#x20AC;? plan to build a road through Rimrose Valley Country Park during an emotionally charged speech last week.

Craig Bennett, who is the chief executive of the Friends of the Earth England, Wales and Northern Ireland group, visited the south Sefton park on Friday, March 29 and spoke to a large crowd made up of campaigners, local residents, councillors and schoolchildren.

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Mr Bennett said: â&#x20AC;&#x153;The proposal to build a road right through the heart of Rimrose Valley Country Park is outrageous. This is a vital green lung, a much-loved space for the local community and a haven for local wildlife. â&#x20AC;&#x153;A road that would carve up the park, plough past houses, nurseries and schools, and pollute the air children breathe is simply not an option. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Hearing from the schoolchildren how much they care about this place and how much they use it for cycling, for running, for walking to visit their grandparents, for nature visits and how their schools make use of it for education, it would just be tragic and heartbreaking for this to be lost.

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Kinky Boots walks straight into audiences’ hearts thanks to uplifting show Review by Henry James THERE is no holding back with Kinky Boots as this show is loud and full of energy.

The musical with lyrics by Cyndi Lauper, which can be seen at the Liverpool Empire until Saturday April 6, is based on the 2005 film written by Tim Firth. He was the man behind Calendar Girls, so expect a good story.

Charlie Price (Joel Harper-Jackson) works for his dad Mr Price (Andy Watkins) at the family shoe factory, Price & Son, in Northampton.

Charlie then leaves the company to move to London with his girlfriend, Nicola (Helen Ternent).

However when Charlie’s dad dies he finds himself at the head of the company, which is struggling.

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The company launches a range of boots which can also be worn by men.

Lola steals many of the scenes and is ably assisted by the Angels.

Charlie lightens up as the musical progresses.

One of his standout scenes is when he sings Soul of A Man in Act Two. On the night I went the end of the number was met with rapturous applause.

There are some good characters in the factory too, including Don (Demitri Lampra) who has difficulty accepting Lola at first. Also of note is Lauren (Paula Lane) who has the hots for Charlie.

Kinky Boots has some good messages too, such as the importance of tolerance and acceptance.

Be prepared for a high octane night with plenty of laughs along the way to lift the spirits.

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SEATON ADAM Adam’s family would like to express their heartfelt and sincere thanks to all family, friends, neighbours, colleagues and the wider community for the many expressions of sympathy, cards and flowers received on their recent sad loss. Thanks to all who attended the funeral and for the generous donations given to Southport District Scouts. Also, to Janette, Andy and staff at the Old Links Golf Club for their care and attention. Thanks to Rev Sonya Marshall and her colleagues for a beautiful and memorable service, and to Carl and the staff at Howard’s Funeral Directors for the professional and dignified funeral arrangements.

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FELL JEAN EMILY Lesley, Julie and family would like to express their heartfelt thanks to all relatives, friends and neighbours, for all the kindness and support shown to them, thanks to all who attended the Funeral Service, and for the messages of sympathy and donations received during their recent sad loss of their much loved Mum. Special thanks to Sandra Howles for the beautifully conducted Service, and to Sally Hunter & Team at MLS for all their excellent support and caring Funeral arrangements.

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Horrocks Deborah Jane Rod and family would like to express their heartfelt thanks to all relatives, friends and neighbours for all the sympathy cards, messages of condolence and donations for Parkinsons UK received during their recent sad loss.

Thanks also to Father Boniface for his kind words and prayers and Lisa Hunter MLS Independent Funeral Directors for their dignified funeral arrangements, the support given to us all has been greatly appreciated.

Harrison Bert Milly, Val and Cliff wish to express their sincere thanks to all relatives, friends and neighbours for their kind thoughts, cards and donations received for the RNLI. Also to Rev Lin Camp for her kind administrations.

Grateful thanks to Lorraine and Co-op Funeral Services. A very special thanks to Aughton Male Voice Choir for a wonderful tribute. Much thanks to Beaconview Residential Home for their wonderful, loving care given and shown to Bert. God bless you all.

Storey Jean Angela and Richard would like to thank everyone for attending the funeral service for their beloved Mother, Jean Storey on 26th March 2019, and for the kind donations received for Holy Trinity Church, Bickerstaffe.

Thanks also to Rev. Andrew Housley for his kind ministrations and to Lisa Hunter MLS Independent Funeral Directors for the dignified funeral arrangements.

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OWENS BRENDA LYNN 25th March 2019

1st April Happy Birthday ‘Podge’ So lonely without you.

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Jones Margaret Passed away peacefully 29th March 2019 aged 92 years Loving Mum of Bob and Graham, Daughter-in-Law Lynne, dear Nan to Michael, Ian, Charlie and Hannah. Great Nan to Ryan, Daniel and Millie. A much loved Aunt to all her Nieces and Nephews.

Funeral Service and Interment to take place at Christ Church, Parbold Hill at 1:30pm on Tuesday 9th April 2019.

Family Flowers Only please by request but donations are being gratefully received for Cancer Research.

Donations and further enquires please to Anabel Hunter, 22a Liverpool Road North, Burscough Tel: 01704 891555

Aged 76 years Peacefully at Lyndale Nursing Home, Southport after a long and difficult illness.

Dearly beloved wife of Barry, loving Mother to Audrey, Clifford and the late Mandy Anne. Sister to June, Grandmother to Owen, Ruby, Jenson and Mother-in-Law to Diane and Mark.

Funeral service at Leyland Road Methodist Church, Southport on Thursday 4th April at 12:30pm followed by interment at Liverpool Road Cemetery. Donations are being collected in lieu of flowers for Alzheimer’s Society and The British Heart Foundation. Enquiries to Howard’s Funeral Directors, 1-5 Roe Lane, Southport, PR9 9DR. Telephone: 01704 500086.

Jolly Diana Margaret 25th March 2019 aged 77 years peacefully at Hillcroft Nursing Home Loving Wife to Haydn, Mother to Malcolm, Heather, Ian and Carol.

Mother in law to Sam, Erik and Lauren and Grandma to Ben, Toby and Lucy.

Diana will be sadly missed by all her loving family and friends. Funeral serice to take place on Friday 5th April at West Lancashire Crematorium at 12.15pm. Family flowers only please but if desired, donations would be gratefully accepted to The Alzheimers Society c/o Hunters of Ormskirk, 128b Burscough St, Ormskirk L39 2EY Tel: 01695 572997

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Abraham Deborah Jane Passed away peacefully 29th March 2019 aged 58 years Dearly Loved and Devoted Wife of Barry, Much Loved Mum of David, Zara, Loved

by Eddie and Oscar, Loved and missed by all her family and friends.

Funeral Service at St. Michaels Church, Aughton on Friday 12th April 2019 at 11.15am, followed by committal at West Lancs Crematorium.

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DOOLEY JEAN Nee Banks March 26th 2019 Peacefully aged 86 years Reunited with beloved Husband John, much-loved Mum of Janet and Claire and Mother in Law of Dave and Steve.

Devoted Nanny of Emma, Rebecca and Jack. Funeral Service and Cremation at Southport Crematorium on Friday April 5th at 2pm. Family flowers only please but donations if desired to British Heart Foundation c/o Coyne Bros, 3 Old Mill Lane, Formby L37 3PE. Tel 01704 873899

EMMETT MICHAEL JOHN

THOMPSON JANET MARY

March 19 2019

Passed away suddenly in hospital on 24th March 2019, aged 71 years.

Much loved Wife of the late Michael.

Much loved Mum of Christopher, Simon and Sarah. Dear Mother-In-Law of Stephanie. Loving Nanny of Joshua.

Dear Sister of Peter.

A much loved Daughter of Mary.

Janet will be sadly missed by all her family and friends and all those who knew her. Funeral Service and Committal will take place at Southport Crematorium on Tuesday 9th April 2019 at 9.20am.

Family flowers only by request please but the family are gratefully receiving donations for The Donkey Sanctuary Org. UK. Further enquires please to Moisters Funeral Directors, 8 Marshside Road, Churchtown, Southport. PR9 8PF Tel: 01704 227430.

Beloved Son of Bernard and Maureen, dearly loved Brother of Christine, Patricia and Bernadette and his Nieces and Nephew.

Rest in Peace.

Funeral service to be held at Our Lady’s R.C. Church, Southport Road, Lydiate. L31 4HH on Tuesday 9th April at 9:30am followed by cremation at Thornton Crematorium, Lydiate Lane, Thornton, L23 1TP at 10:40am.

No flowers but donations please to MESOTHELIOMA UK c/o Thompsons Funerals Services, 175a Liverpool Road South, Maghull, L31 8AA Tel: 0151 526 1815

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SINGLETON ROBERT

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SEMOURSON IRENE ANN

17th March 2019

26th March 2019 Peacefully at her home in Skelmersdale aged 59 years

Aged 60 years Devoted Husband of Dorothy. Much loved Step Father of Amanda, Vicki and Grandad to Lily and Ruby. David will be greatly missed by all his family and friends.

Service at Southport Crematorium on Friday 5th April at 10.40am. Donations are being collected in lieu of flowers for Cancer Research UK. Enquiries to Howard’s Funeral Directors, 1-5 Roe Lane, Southport, PR9 9DR. Telephone 01704 500086.

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SEFTON METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL NOTICE OF CONSIDERATION OF DISPOSAL OF AREA OF OPEN SPACE PURSUANT TO SECTION 123(2A) OF THE LOCAL GOVERNMENT ACT 1972 (AS AMENDED)

Pursuant to the above legislation, Notice is hereby given that the Sefton Metropolitan Borough Council (“the Council”) is considering the disposal by way of Lease of its interest in land including areas of open space at the following locations as shown edged red on the plan extract below:

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Alternative Route The diversion route for all traffic will be via: Sankey Road, Grosvenor Road and vice versa.

--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------METROPOLITAN BOROUGH OF SEFTON ROAD TRAFFIC REGULATION ACT, 1984, SECTION 14(1) AS AMENDED BY THE ROAD TRAFFIC (TEMPORARY RESTRICTIONS) ACT 1991 Temporary Closure of Foxhouse Lane, Maghull

The personal data you provide will be used as part of the Council’s statutory planning duties in processing planning and related applications and some of the information will be published.

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On 3rd April, 2019 Sefton Metropolitan Borough Council made an Order under Section 14(1) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act, 1984, as amended by the Road Traffic (Temporary Restrictions) Act 1991, to close Foxhouse Lane, Maghull for the following reason:

Derek McKenzie, Chief Planning Officer Magdalen House, 30 Trinity Road, Bootle, L20 3NJ ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

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METROPOLITAN BOROUGH OF SEFTON ROAD TRAFFIC REGULATION ACT, 1984, SECTION 14(1) AS AMENDED BY THE ROAD TRAFFIC (TEMPORARY RESTRICTIONS) ACT 1991 Temporary Closure of Islington, Crosby

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Alternative Route The diversion route for all traffic will be via: Little Crosby Road, Richmond Road, Moor Lane, The Bypass, Coronation Road and vice versa.

--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------METROPOLITAN BOROUGH OF SEFTON ROAD TRAFFIC REGULATION ACT, 1984, SECTION 14(1) AS AMENDED BY THE ROAD TRAFFIC (TEMPORARY RESTRICTIONS) ACT 1991 Temporary Closure of Marina Avenue, Litherland

The proposed Order will continue in force for a maximum period of 21 days or until the works have been completed, whichever is the earlier.

Work will commence on 17th April, 2019 and be completed by 19th April 2019.

Access will be maintained for the Emergency Services and where possible for residents.

Alternative Route The diversion route for all traffic will be via: Hawthorne Road, Sefton Road, Sefton Street and vice versa.

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Alternative Route The diversion route for all traffic will be via: The Serpentine South, Warren Road, Blundellsands Road West and vice versa.

--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------METROPOLITAN BOROUGH OF SEFTON ROAD TRAFFIC REGULATION ACT, 1984, SECTION 14(1) AS AMENDED BY THE ROAD TRAFFIC (TEMPORARY RESTRICTIONS) ACT 1991 Temporary Closure of Orrell Road, Bootle (at the junction with Cinder Lane) On 3rd April, 2019 Sefton Metropolitan Borough Council made an Order under Section 14(1) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act, 1984, as amended by the Road Traffic (Temporary Restrictions) Act 1991, to close Orrell Road, Bootle (at the junction with Cinder Lane) for the following reason: Substation improvement works.

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Alternative Route The diversion route for all traffic will be via: Harris Drive, Linacre Lane, Southport Road, Watts Lane and vice versa.

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Brown ventured a few It saves all the years further. Rather environmental than only time-travelling grief of making a as far as the heady, prebrand-new car Brexit days of 2015 and from scratch, but returning with a flying because an elecDeLorean capable of running on household waste, he might have tric sunroof and a radio/cassette is about the height found himself dealing with EU-mandated speed of its gadgetry it would be a nightmare to retrofit limiters instead. with intelligent speed limiters and data recorders.

It would have been a fairly rubbish ending, with The long-term risk is that it, and thousands of our time-travelling star stuck in the 2020s because older cars cherished by their owners for all sorts of it’s no longer allowed to power up to 88mph reasons, won’t be allowed onto our increasingly (although it would’ve spared everyone the third smart roads because they’re too analogue.

The challenge for the powers-that-be is working film, which perhaps isn’t such a bad thing).

Yet for all the hysteria you might have read in the out how to move with the times without inadverttabloids about new cars having their velocity ently legislating all of our Triumph TR4s, our MG vetoed by Euro-approved intelligent tech, I reckon Midgets and – in my case – our 29-year-old Mitthe real risk to the cars we know and love today lies subishis off the roads. much further down the line.

Otherwise I’ll be asking Doc Brown if I can hitch a There is a lot in the European Commission’s rules ride. for new cars post-2022 that make sense.

Would I have a drowsiness-detecting sensor jolt the driver in the other lane back into action, rather than him drifting into my path? Most definitely.

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2013 (13) VAUXHALL ASTRA 1.4 ENERGY 5DR, in met black, with A/C, e/pack, alloys, CD etc, ONLY SIX THOUSAND MILES ..................................£6,995 This isn’t the stuff of 2012 (61) CITROEN C3 WHITE LIMITED EDITION 5DR, in white, with A/C, e/pack, alloys, CD etc, only 28,000 miles ........................................................... £4,995 Tomorrow’s World, as it was trialled down in 2012 (12) FORD KA ZETEC, in panther black, with A/C, e/pack, alloys, CD etc, only 33,000 miles ......................................................................................................... £4,695 Kent last year, but if 2011 (11) FORD NEW MODEL FOCUS 1.6 ZETEC 5-DR, in met red, with A/C, e/pack, alloys, CD, bluetooth etc, only 31,000 miles ......................................£6,495 you want to drive 2011 (11) KIA RIO TWO 1.4 5DR, in met blue, with A/C, e/pack, alloys, CD etc, only 34,000 miles.....................................................................................................£3,995 something older than a 2010 (60) CITROEN C1 SPLASH 5DR in met blue, with A/C, e/pack, ABS, CD etc, only 32,000 miles, £20 road tax.......................................................................£3,995 brand-new Audi you 2009 (59) SEAT ALTEA SE TDi MPV ESTATE, in metallic red, with A/C, e/pack, alloys, CD etc, 90,000 miles ................................................................ £3,995 might find you’re at a disadvantage – or not 2009 (09) TOYOTA YARIS 1.3 TR 5-DR, in met grey, with A/C, e/pack, ABS, CD etc, FSH, only 63,000 miles ..................................................................................£3,995 allowed altogether.

2008 (08) RENAULT MODUS DYNAMIQUE AUTOMATIC 5DR, in met blue, with A/C, e/pack, alloys, CD etc, only 57,000 miles........................................£2,995 Put it this way – I 2007 (57) TOYOTA RAV4 XT-R DIESEL 4X4, in silver, with full spec and in exceptional condition, 131,000 miles......................................................................... £3,995 spent last weekend 2003 (53) FIAT PUNTO ACTIVE, in silver, with PAS, e/pack, ABS, CD etc, only 28,000 miles ................................................................................................ £1,495 driving around in a 292003 (03) JAGUAR X-TYPE 4-DR SALOON, in silver, with A/C, sat nav, e/pack, alloys, CD etc ONLY SIXTY THOUSAND MILES .......................... £1,995 year-old Mitsubishi

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Bucks overcome Remyca to keep pressure on leaders Bootle 4 Litherland Remyca 0 BOOTLE made it 17 straight league wins after two goals in either half helped them overcome local-rivals Litherland Remyca on Saturday, writes Connor O’Neill.

Connor Millington, Liam Loughlin, Carl Peers, and Lee Hughes were all on target for Bootle who moved to within two points of league leaders City of Liverpool although the Purps do have a game in hand on the Bucks.

City of Liverpool were playing in the League Cup on Saturday but had won their midweek league fixture so the Bucks knew the pressure was back on them, and with ex-manager Phil Stafford returning to his former home, Bootle knew they were in for a tough afternoon’s work.

The opening 10 minutes were all one-way traffic with the visitors dominating proceedings. And things could have been different had the returning Ste Hoy not headed Colin McDonald's goalbound header off the line.

But instead, the Bucks opened the scoring on 13 minutes when a low cross from Remyca’s Colin Quirk was superbly intercepted by defender Ben Cartwright - and from there, Bootle broke, with Kieran Halligan, Ste Jones, and Loughlin all playing their part, before Millington fired the ball into the

bottom corner of the net from the edge of the box.

One became two on 34 minutes when Loughlin converted a penalty after Millington was brought down inside the box.

Further chances then followed for Bootle, with Ben Morrow denying Ryan Cox before Peers rolled an effort along the goal line after latching onto a through ball.

At the other end, Lennon Whewell and Jason McShane both saw efforts blocked before the first-half was out.

Remyca started the second-half the brighter with Joel Powell heading Quirk’s corner over, before Quirk’s low drive was comfortably collected by Ryan Jones in the Bootle goal.

With their first meaningful attack of the half, the Bucks should have had a third.

Halligan and Millington combined before the former crossed for Cox, but despite having the goal at mercy, the usually prolific forward fluffed his lines.

Five minutes from time the Bucks did add a third when Jones' goal kick was latched onto by Peers who cleverly poked the ball over the onrushing Morrow and into the roof of the net.

Two minutes later the Bucks completed the scoring when Hughes reacted quickest to side-foot the ball home, after Morrow could only parry Johnny Foy's effort.

Stewart spot on as Maghull get back to winning ways Maghull 1 Vauxhall Motors 0 AFTER a run of five matches without a victory Maghull returned to winning ways when they defeated a very good Vauxhall Motors by a solitary goal in their West Cheshire First Division encounter at Old Hall Field last Saturday.

An entertaining encounter was settled five minutes before the break when Christian Stewart converted from the penalty spot.

Wayne Smith was making a welcome and much needed return to the home side attack after a long absence and his lack of match sharpness was apparent when he missed two guilt edged chances early on in proceedings.

The visitors rarely troubled Maghull but when they did they found they came up against a home defence which was superbly led by skipper Joel Richardson and man of the match Darren Thomas.

So maximum points for Maghull who with three games to play are in fourth position in the league table.

Two weeks ago Maghull’s youthful Reserve team ran out 3-1 winners over the then Second Division league leaders Capenhurst Villa, a defeat which cost their opponents top place, and last Saturday they travelled to the new pacesetters and champions elect Page Celtic and came away with a share of the spoils with a 1-1 draw with another impressive performance.

With no fewer than nine under 21 year olds in the line-up the future looks bright for Mike Cummins’ young guns who extended their unbeaten run to five games in a contest in which Dan Grundy was on target for the team with Jordan Holmes being the man of the match.

As next Saturday is Grand National Day, Maghull are without an afternoon fixture.

However supporters will be given a chance to assess the talent in the Clubs Youth (Under 18) team at Old Hall Field when they entertain Lower Breck Youth in the West Cheshire Youth Division in a match which has a kick off time of 10.30am.

Steve Irwin’s penalty is saved by the South Shields goalkeeper.

Mariners left to rue yet another spot kick miss Marine 1 South Shields 3 MARINE were left to rue an early penalty miss as title challengers South Shields made them pay.

Home captain Danny Mitchley was felled in the penalty box by visiting goalkeeper Liam Connell after just three minutes, but Marine’s poor record from the spot this season continued as Steve Irwin's effort was saved.

South Shields continued to have the better of the first-half chances with Robert Briggs going close from a free-kick before Connor Bell struck just wide of the near post.

The visitors took the lead with just under half an hour gone, Nathan Lowe skipping past a couple of Marine defenders before

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sending a shot into the bottom corner.

Marine came out strong following the interval though, with Mitchley seeing several efforts narrowly wide before South Shields doubled their advantage and halted the hosts when Lee Mason lashed home from close range.

Nathan Lowe added his second of the game and his side’s third after 77 minutes as the visitors went 3-0 up, before Mitchley bagged a consolation just three minutes later after a Charley Edge free-kick struck the crossbar.

The game finished 1-3 as Marine battled against a very strong outfit.

Marine travel to Whitby Town next Saturday before returning to the MTA on Tuesday, April 9 when they entertain Matlock Town.

Welcome win for Waterloo but they still face battle to avoid drop Stockport 27 Firwood Waterloo 41 FIRWOOD Waterloo took a much needed and welcome bonus point victory overcoming Stockport at Bridge Lane last Saturday.

But with just three points separating the six clubs battling to avoid the third relegation spot, anything less would have been disaster.

“We played some good rugby and showed just what we are capable of.

“But we are still in a battle to remain in this league,” declared head coach Stuart Turner.

“I said at the beginning of the season that this was a very competitive league and looking at the situation at the bottom of the table any of six clubs and possibly seven could be relegated along with Anselmian and De La Salle.”

Firwood Waterloo opened with a penalty from Darragh O’Brien and followed that up with a try from Lawrence Jenkins who forced his way

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over after forward pressure had created the opportunity. O'Brien slotted the conversion for a 0-10 lead.

Stockport hit back with a converted try, an exchange of penalties, O’Brien successful for the visitors closing the half Firwood Waterloo 10-13 ahead.

The home side took the lead with two tries and a conversion early in the second half but from turn over ball on half way, Alex Tenev hared away for his side's second try and with the Firwood Waterloo pack hammering away at the home line Kurt Riley, standing out in mid-field, bustled his way over for the third, O’Brien's conversion restoring the visitors lead at 22-25.

Waterloo now had their 'tails up' and from a slick backs move from half way Connor Strivens showed some good footwork to bring up the bonus score.

O’Brien added the conversion for a ten point lead before Luke Clifford sealed the win attacking from a scrum on half way to rack up the

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Unfortunately Stockport came back with a late try to take a bonus point try which could prove crucial at the end of the season.

“With every point now so important we would have been better not to allow Stockport to take that last try," Turner conceded. “However I do not want to take anything away from our performance this afternoon and hopefully it will give us more confidence as we go into our last two games.”

Firwood Waterloo are at home to league leaders Carlisle this Saturday before travelling to Manchester in what is now beginning to look like a really ‘crunch’ game for the final game of the competition.

Turner added: “We have an enormous task on Saturday at home to the league leaders but we are confident we can come away with something.

“Hopefully issues could be resolved next Saturday but I think it will all go down to the final games of the season.”

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