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HAVE you ever considered what the effect might be on our savings and investments (or even our home), if the probability arises of us requiring residential care later in life?

remain alive, and the property must be owned as Tenants in Common (the Trust instrument is, then, included in both Wills, but does not come into force until the death of the first).

If not, you are in the majority; however, consider that it has become increasingly apparent that the State will only provide for those with little or no savings or assets, meaning that everyone else is expected to pay at least part (if not all) of his or her costs.

Upon the first death, their share of the property (typically 50%) is placed into the Trust to be adminstered by the Trustees nominated in the Will, and this, usually, includes the surviving spouse.

Even if you don’t have the cash readily available, the Department of Social Security can still place a charge against the family home, which enables it to recover the monies owing, when the property is sold! But there is a solution - Property Trust Wills. A ‘Property Trust’ is based around three, basic elements: the basis on which you own your property; the Trust terms; and your Wills, which contain the Trust investment. The Property Trust can only be created while both partners

have you ever considered what the effect might be on your savings and investments (or even your home), if the probability arises of you requiring residential care later in life?

The Will also specifies who is to be the ultimate beneficiary of this share in the property, and the Trustee’s duty is to protect the property for the beneficiaries’ benefit. The surviving spouse, under the Trust’s terms, has the right to remain living in the property for the rest of his or her life; on the death of the second spouse, the Trust comes to an end, and the property passes absolutely to the beneficiaries. For further details, contact Anthony Heath, Associate of Countrywide Tax and Trust Corporation & Golden Charter Funeral Plans, on (01782) 361971/07780-009245 or anthony@willsforu.co.uk

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LASTING POWER OF ATTORNEY DO YOU WANT ONE? Erase the the stress of coping with bills & accounts! THE vast majority of us do not like to think about the possibility of losing our mental capacity, and consider how we would cope with our financial affairs in that eventuality. It is, therefore, eminently prudent to look to the future and plan ahead, in order to ease the potential burden on your relative, should this occur - by creating a Lasting Power of Attorney.

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decisions; how you want the people to make these decisions. Having an LPA is a safe way of maintaining control over decisions made for you because: 1) It has to be registered with the Office of the Public Guardian before it can be used (if someone else tries to register if you and your attorney[s] will be able to make an objection); 2) You choose someone to provide a 'certificate' confirming that you understand the significance and purpose of it; 3) You can choose 'people to be told' about your LPA when it is registered (so that they have an opportunity to raise concerns); 4) Your signature, and the signatures of your chosen attorneys must be witnessed; 5) From a legal perspective, your attorney(s) must follow the code of Practice of the Mental Capacity Act 2005 - if they don't always act in your best interests, the OPG can step in, and your attorneys(s) may be held accountable; 6) The OPG provides helpful support and advice.

DO YOU NEED A LASTING POWER OF ATTORNEY If you ‘lose capacity’ all of your financial arrangements will be ‘locked’. even those you held jointly. your bank and other institutions have no choice but follow the rules mCA and deny your spouse/family access to your accounts. to ‘unlock’ your accounts, and also be able to sign and act on your behalf someone has to either produce a previously arrange LPA or make an application to the Court of Protection. An application to the Court is neither cheap (£2,000 to £3,000 are typical) or quick (3-4 months) and this is no guarantee of success. the Court may reject your families application and instead appoint a local deputy (a local solicitor) who will take over all of your finances. From your estate, the deputy will deduct all court fees as well as his own fees and expenses, which in some cases has been known to run into £1000’s

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CONTENTS NOVEMBER 2015 6. Lauded by The Guardian as "the perfect antidote to the corporate Christmas", the Albion Band returns for its latest visit to the New Vic Theatre, Newcastle, on Wednesday, December 16th. This will be an ideal way to start 2015's festivities, as the folk band's members take you through the Yuletide customs of Britain with four, great musicians. The concert features the combined talents of Simon Nichol (Fairport Convention), Kellie While (Albion Band, Simon Care (Edward II) and the Guv'nor himself, Ashley Hutchings, founder of Fairport Convention, Steeleye Span and the Albion Band. 11 Excellent entertainer, Matt Fisher, brings his vocal brilliance to Goldenhill WMC on Sunday, November 15th. Matt's repertoire ranges from the 1960s to the present day. He has appeared on numerous TV prgrammes, including ITV's 'Daybreak', Polish TV, Central News, The Michael Barrymore Show, 'Benidorm Unpacked', the Louis Spence showbusiness programme and Spanish X-Factor. Born in Great Yarmouth, Norfolk, he grew up at Evesham, Worcestershire, and started singing at the age of 11, alongside his father, in a duo called Matthew and Son. 13 This year's festive in Leek commences on Friday, November 20th, with the Christmas Lights Switch-On! Father Christmas will lead the Lantern Parade from Moorlands House, Stockwell Street to the bottom of Derby Street, where the lights will be switched on at 7.30pm by Leek Town Mayor, Councillor Ben Emery. Moorlands Radio will be onstage from 6pm, and Leek Salvation Army Band will lead the carolsinging. After the switch-on, Queen tribute band, It's A Kinda Magic, will continue the entertainment. John Collins's funfair will be on High Street car-park, and young children's rides will be available on Market Street (next to Leek Central Club).

OUT & ABOUT in 2015 30 Plucking Years! THE Ukulele Orchestra of Great Britain, the irresistable entertainment juggernaut, is developing, so don't miss it when it appears at Hanley's Victoria Hall on Tuesday, December 8th!

The show starts at 7.30pm, and tickets (priced from £23.25 [£26.15 online/phone]) are available on 0844 871 7649 or online at www.atgtickets.com/stoke

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OUT & ABOUT "Pity, horror and comedy" FOLLOWING 2014's acclaimed production of Joe Orton's 'Entertaining Mr. Sloane', London Classic Theatre is bringing 'Waiting for Godot' to the New Vic Theatre, Newcastle, this month. Samuel Beckett's 60-years-old masterpiece is a ground-breaking meditation on the meaning of life and death. Moving seamlessly between absurdist, comic sketch and captivating, philosophical drama, it was voted the most significant, English language play of the 20th century. A country road. A tree. Evening. Vladimir and Estragon meet as dusk approaches. Estragon tries to remove his boot. Vladimir examines his hat.

Tony Stace in concert TONY Stace will feature in a Concert Night to be presented by the North Staffs. Organ and Keyboard Club at Wolstanton High Street Club on Thursday, December 3rd. "I started playing the organ when I was nine; my father owned a T500 Hammond, which was his pride and joy," explains Tony. "I started to show an interest in music, and Dad agreed to teach me. He taught me all he knew, and, within a year, he had arranged private tuition with my first teacher, Ray Fox. "At age 11, my Dad asked me what I would like for my birthday. I said I would like to play a copncert, so Dad arranged it, and I played my first two-hour concert to friends and family (about 100 people). I loved every minute!" Tony, his wife, Louise and their four boys are now running an Organ Club sales: 01782 461711

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A cnversation begins, a joke is interrupted. A carrot is eaten. The two men quarrel, then embrace. Unannounced, two eccentric travellers arrive... Samuel Beckett was an Irish playwright, novelist and theatre director who is widely regarded as among the most influential writers of modern times; in 1969, he was awarded the Nobel Prize for Literature, dying twenty years later, in 1989. His other, most-performed plays include 'Endgame', 'Krapp's Last Tape' and 'Happy Days'. Directed by Michael Cabot, 'Waiting for Godot' runs at the New Vic

from Tuesday, November 10th, to Saturday, November 14th, at 7.30pm, with a 2.15pm matinee performance on Saturday 14th. Tickets (priced at £13-£22, with group-discounts of £2 for parties of ten or more, £2 off for concessionaries and Under-26s Go Free) can be purchased from the New Vic Box Office on (01782) 717962,or online at www.newvictheatre.org.uk

in Northallerton, North Yorkshire. He played the first concert in November, 2011; Andrew Nix was performing in December, 2011, and the latest concert, in January, 2012, featured Elizabeth Harrison. Tony and Andrew Nix are running festivals under the banner, Topnote Events. "We are loving every minute of this experience; we have worked hard getting the festivals up-and-running, and give every event our full attention," says Tony, adding: "We have a lovely venue on the south coast, Mill Rythe Holiday Village, Hayling Island." The North Staffs. Organ and Keyboard Club was founded in 1969 by a group of electronic organ enthusiasts. Concert Nights, featuring a top, professional organist, are held on the first Thursday of each month, starting at 8pm. "We aim to give a balance of type of

player (modern, electronic, theatre, middle-of-the-road etc.) and a variety of makes of organ, to cover a wide range of minimal tastes from month to month," explains NCOKC's Tony Lawton. Subscription costs £5 (single) and £9 (dual), with further information available by telephoning (01782) 858907. Concert admission is priced at £3 (members) and £4 (visitors). You can email: tonylawton1@ ntlworld.com, and also visit the website: http://www.organfax.co.uk/ clubs/northstaffs.html NOVEMBER 2015 | 05

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The evening comprises THE now-traditional appearance the combined talents of Simon Nicol (Fairport by The Albion Band at Convention), Kellie Newcastle's New Vic Theatre on While (Albion Band), Wednesday, December 16th, offers a special Christmas concert. Simon Care (Edward II) and the Guv'nor Four, great musicians feature in a himself, Ashley guided tour through the Yuletide Hutchings, founder of Fairport customs of Britain, via readings, Convention, Steeleye Span and The Albion Band. Specialising in:

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'HAPPINESS SHOW' RETURNS! BOOK into Ken Dodd's famous 'Happiness Show' at Hanley's Victoria Hall, and you'll be absolutely discumknockerated (that's Knotty Ash for 'over the moon') by a truly tattifelarius (fun-filled) evening of laughter and songs presented by a comedy genius. This unique variety show for all the family (with non-stop gags and a selection of songs) can be enjoyed on Friday, December 18th, at 7.30pm, and tickets (priced at £22 [£24.90 online/ phone]) are available on 0844 871 7649 or online at www.atgtickets.com/stoke

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OUT & ABOUT in 2015 Simon returns with Chopin Concert SIMON Trpceski is presenting a concert of works by Frédéric Chopin (1810-49) in the second of the latest Harding Trust Piano Recitals in Hanley's Potteries Museum & Art Gallery this month.

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Since appearing at The Forum several years ago, Simon has established himself as one of the most remarkable musicians in recent years, captivating audiences worldwide. Simon will be playing Chopin's Mazurkas, Op. 24; Polonaises, Op. 26 and Op. 44; Nocturnes, Op. 48; and Two Scherzi, Nos. 1 & 2, in the Forum Theatre on Thursday, November 19th, starting at 8pm.

"I want to make the club a genuine family venue and attractions for all Vale fans and their children, where EVERYONE can enjoy a good nightout," explained Shane, who took over at the Hamil Road premises at the beginning of the new, 2015-16 season in August. "Children are, after all, the future of the club," he added. Port Vale Social Club has benefited from external refurbishment, and live musical entertainment by groups and bands (pop, rock and 'across the board', catering for all tastes) will start in December (on either Friday or Saturday evenings, to be decided).

ACE PIANIST, Simon Trpceski. The Harding Trust Piano Recitals are given in the Forum Theatre, at the Potteries Museum & Art Gallery, in Bethesda Street, Hanley, Stoke-on-Trent. This intimate venue (with 300 comfortable seats) has superb sightlines and excellent acoustics, making it an ideal setting for the recitals. Doors open at 7pm, to allow music-lovers to enjoy a pre-concert meander around the Museum shop and foyer, prior to the recital's commencement one hour later. Tickets (priced at £23, which includes a complimentary programme and interval wine or coffee/tea/fruit juice) are available only from Stoke-on-Trent Festival Office at Music Mania, 4-6, Piccadilly Arcade, Hanley, Stoke-on-Trent ST1 1DL, Tel: (01782) 206000, or online at www.musicmaniauk. com 20 | NOVEMBER 2015

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"I treat my customers as if they were members of my own family, and I don't stand for the 'It'll Do' attitude that is prevalent in so many trades," he told us.

"If you treat customers well, you have them for life; they start out as a customer and end up as a friend," commented sole proprietor, Martyn, who is very flexible in his approach to clients.

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A friendly, efficient service from Joe & Julie IF it’s soft furnishings you’re after, coproprietors, Joe and Julie HarringtonThorley,have got it covered beautifully here! Possessing numerous, fulsome testimonials from ultra-satisfied customers, Victoria Carpets & Curtains prides itself upon good, old-fashioned service, with readers enjoying the assurance that its expert staff will help you to re-style your home at surprisingly-affordable prices. Whether your aim is to ‘make over’ a single room or to effect a complete transformation of your property, this business will bring an extensive selection to see how the floor-covering or curtains will look in your home. To complement this, staff will measure up and provide you with an estimate of the final cost. At its showroom, you will discover thousands of carpets to suit every budget; in addition, there’s FREE delivery on all items and no charge for 26 | NOVEMBER 2015

"I don't give the usual, massive quotes (which are often unfairly inflated to the tune of about 20%), with the result that most established customers never ask for a price. Also, they can buy their own materials, using my own trade-discounts." MS Services operates over a wide radius, taking in Staffordshire (including the whole of Stoke-onTrent) and parts of neighbouring Cheshire. IN ADDITION, MARTYN'S WEBSITE WILL SOON BE AVAILABLE!

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IT is important to capitalise on what you have where your garden is concerned. During the Summer, we all want to take advantage of the good weather (if there is any!) by creating an external living-space, where our friends and family can gather. Patios are usually small, in terms of space, however, making you feel like you can't have much more than a lounger and a couple of deckchairs as your patio furniture! When you're choosing your garden furniture, look out for modular units which you can push together to maximise on space, when they're not being used. If you're partial to hosting a dinner party, and want to take it out int the open, look for patio chairs which fold down and tuck under the table, meaning you'll still be left with a surface on your patio, but won't be tripping over seating, when they're not in use. You don't have to be hosting a dinner party to have an excuse to accessorise your patio, either. There are many combinations of patio furniture, including armchairs and sofas designed especially for outdoor use, so you and your family can lounge around outside and leave your living room for when things cool down.

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That is exactly when motorists can fall prey to individuals who look for opportunities, such as valuables, on display. Here are just a few, obvious words of helpful advice:-

GROWTH FOR EXPORTFIGURES CARMAKING in the UK raced to a seven-year high, with three cars built in this country every minute during the first six months of 2015 Figures from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders show that, from January to June, 2015, 793,642 cars were built, an increase of 0.3% on last

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