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SailGP is returning to Plymouth in July - and it’s just one of the highlights of a summer packed with activities and events on and around the water in celebration of the Plymouth Sound National Marine Park • Story and photos on pages 14 and 15

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New online hub helps families find support with the rising cost of living A new online hub has been launched to help Plymouth families struggling with the rising cost of living to find the support they need.

The website signposts a wide range of help – from welfare benefits such as universal credit to where to get help with gas and electricity bills.

It also includes information on help with Council Tax and housing costs and how to access food banks, as well as how to contact voluntary organisations working across the city.

Council Leader Richard Bingley said: “We recognise that the rising cost of living is a real worry for hard-working households in Plymouth and across the country as a whole.

“We want to do what we can to help and have put together this website to make it easier for people to find the support they need.

Remember – if you are struggling you are not alone. There is no shame in asking for help.”

The hub will be updated as more support becomes available.

Visit the hub at: www.plymouth.gov.uk/costofliving.

Plymouth households urged to claim £150 energy rebate Plymouth Council Tax payers who have not yet claimed their £150 energy rebate are being urged not to miss out.

More than 80,000 Plymouth households living in Council Tax bands A to D have already received the Government rebate.

They include 68,000 households who automatically received the rebate as they pay by direct debit and 12,000 households who have applied for it online.

Around 30,000 eligible households have still to claim the rebate, which they can do on the Council’s website in one of three ways: • Provide the Council with their bank details and receive the £150 through a BACS credit to their account • Request a £150 credit to their Council Tax account • Request a Post Office voucher to obtain £150 cash from any Post Office branch.

Councillor Mark Shayer, the Council’s Cabinet Member

for Finance and Economy, said: “We’re very pleased that so many households in Plymouth have already received the rebate as we worked hard to ensure we made it available as soon as we could – and long before the Government’s September deadline.

“We are reminding people to claim the rebate now as with the cost of living rising we know how much many families would value it. We don’t want them to miss out.

“We are also encouraging all households to pay their Council Tax by direct debit as it is much easier than other methods and would mean they would automatically receive payments in the event that any further rebates are announced in future.

“It only takes a few minutes to sign up through the Council’s website.”

To claim your rebate visit the Council Tax section of the website at www.plymouth.gov.uk.

WANT TO LOSE SOME WEIGHT AND IMPROVE YOUR HEALTH? THERE’S AN APP FOR THAT!

Summer is a time when many of us think about losing excess weight, eating more healthily and getting active.

Getting started and keeping going can be a challenge but the good news is that there’s lots of help available, including useful apps to download to help keep you on track.

The NHS if offering a range of help as more than three in five adults (63 per cent of the adult population) are at an increased risk from serious diseases and

becoming seriously ill with COVID-19 as a result of being overweight.

The NHS Better Health campaign highlights six lasting benefits of being a healthier weight: • Decreased risk of common cancers (colon, liver, pancreas, kidney) • Lowered risk of increased blood pressure • Reduced risk of heart disease • Less risk of developing

diabetes • Less strain from chronic back and joint pain • Decreased risk of being hospitalised or becoming seriously ill with COVID-19 The Better Health website has lots of free tips and tools to help people get started if they want to lose weight, eat better or get active; and the site can help you find additional weight loss support. Search ‘Better Health’.

There are also a range of apps

that can help you get fitter and healthier: Weight Loss: • NHS Weight Loss Plan app • BMI Calculator • NHS Easy Meals app Get more active: • NHS Couch to 5K app • NHS Active 10 app

Reduce alcohol intake: • NHS Drink Free Days app The apps are free and can be downloaded via the App Store or Google Play.

Week highlights support available to breastfeeding mothers

This year’s National Breastfeeding Week is highlighting the role everyone can play in helping mums to breastfeed.

The week focuses on the difference that can be made if everyone supports breastfeeding, including partners, the wider family, community, health and education services and workplaces.

Breastfeeding is a skill that takes time to get the hang of but once mastered, many mothers find it’s the easiest and most satisfying way to feed their baby.

Apart from the fact that breast milk is tailor-made for your baby, contains vitamins and minerals and is always available, it also offers protection from certain

infections and helps improve your baby’s long-term health.

Dads, partners and family are a hugely important source of breastfeeding support. They can support a breastfeeding mother by attending antenatal or breastfeeding sessions, making her comfortable with extra pillows, bringing her a drink or snack and by being involved in baby’s care, such as changing nappies.

There’s lots of information and support available on breastfeeding.

If you would like help the best thing to do is speak to your midwife or health visitor or join a local breastfeeding support group such as Plymouth Latch On.

Would you like to help at big events in Plymouth?

Would you like to be involved in some of Plymouth’s most exciting events?

If so, Plymouth City Council is on the lookout for friendly and reliable people to join the Ocean City Volunteering Team.

As an event volunteer you’d be among the first to hear about new volunteering opportunities at events such as the National Marine Park Big Blue Splash and SailGP. The responsibilities and expectations of each role are clearly defined in advance to help you decide if is suitable for you.

Typical tasks might include: • Welcoming spectators to event sites • Helping set-up and pack down the event • Providing information to participants and spectators • Signposting spectators around the event • Supporting environmental issues Signing up as an event volunteer doesn’t commit you – it just means you’ll receive details of volunteering opportunities coming up.

To apply visit www.ourplymouth.co.uk/ ocean-city-event-volunteers and then keep an eye on your email inbox for details of specific events.

For more information email: neil.minion@ plymouth.gov.uk

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GABLES NEED HELP WITH PILLSBURY, THE PUG WHO’S RUNNING OUT OF PUFF

Gables Dogs & Cats Home have recently taken in an extremely over weight pug who is in urgent need of medical treatment.

Pillsbury, as the pudgy little pug has been named, has the most severe pinched and narrow nostrils that Gables vets, Filham Park, have ever seen. This condition means that Pillsbury has difficulty breathing, with little or no air flow in or out of his nostrils, resulting in a lot of openmouthed breathing and panting.

He also has a very large facial fold (the crease of skin over the ridge of the nose), which contributes to

his difficulty in breathing and has resulted in Pillsbury developing an uncomfortable and painful skin condition called Erythematous. This is caused by the accumulation of blood in dilated capillaries in Pillsbury’s skin fold, nose and around his eyes.

If this wasn’t bad enough Pillsbury also has problems with his soft palate, which does not help his breathing difficulties and he is suffering from lower lid entropian. This is another painful condition where the eyelids turn inwards causing the lashes to rub against the eye. None of these health issues are helped by the fact that

Pillsbury is extremely overweight.

These medical treatments and procedures have sadly become all too common for brachycephalic dogs such as pugs, French bulldogs and other flat faced breeds. Despite all the issues Pillsbury currently has, and will continue to face, he has remained an incredibly sweet young man.

Although he cannot do it for long he loves to run and play, something the staff are looking forward to being able to do more of once he has recovered and is fully fit.

Deputy manager, Ruth Rickard said: “It used to be extremely rare

to find breeds such as Pugs and Frenchie’s in rescue centres but we have seen a huge increase in their numbers, particularly over the last five years. This is largely because they have become the ‘must have’ fashionable breed.”It is estimated it will cost Gables £1,800 for the medical treatment and surgery that Pillsbury needs.

Readers can help to ease Gables financial burden by making a contribution to ‘Pillsbury’s Vet Appeal’,or by calling 01752 331602 or visit www.justgiving.com/campaign/ pillsbury

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A striking double decker bus is being used across Plymouth and Cornwall to show support for the people of Ukraine and to help raise vital funds for those affected by the war.

The bus is being used on Plymouth Citybus and Go Cornwall Bus routes to help raise awareness of the Disaster Emergency Committee’s humanitarian appeal, with a donation point inside for those who wish to give cash.

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Plymouth Citybus and Go Cornwall Bus are also working with the local authorities to provide free bus transport to any refugees arriving in the area as a result of the Ukraine crisis.

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Out and About Your guide to events in the local community and beyond

Send details of your event to info@ cornerstonevision.com and we will do our best to include them in Out and About. Unfortunately because of space limitations we are unable to publish details of regular meetings of groups and societies or similar organisations.

The British Fireworks Championship returns to Plymouth in August

Exhibition and Sale of Work Aug 12 to Aug 14 Organised by Derriford Art Club at Clearbrook Village Hall from 10am to 4pm. Refreshments available.

Native Makers Market July 9 and 10 An opportunity to meet local makers and peruse stunning handmade wares in the iconic Melville Building in the Royal William Yard from 10am to 4pm.

Visitors can expect a fresh and contemporary take on traditional crafts.

Van Dike Reunion Event Aug 12 and 13 A grand get-together to mark the 50th anniversary of the closure of the historic Van Dike Club in 1972.

Celebrating the hundreds of rock, folk, progressive, glam rock, punk and new wave bands the Van Dike family presented to Plymouth audiences. The event at Plymouth Guildhall will feature an exhibition area with Van Dike posters, photos, records and Van Dike books and brochures for sale. From 12 noon to 5pm on Friday and 10am to 5pm on Saturday. Free admission. For more details e-mail vandike2018@ yahoo.co.uk

Ball and Boe Jul 8 Two of the greatest voices in the world - Michael Ball and Alfie Box - will be performing in Central Park in July. As a duo, they have now sold over 1.5 million albums in the UK, received two Classic Brit Awards, sold out two headline arena tours and presented three ITV Specials. Tickets from www.ballandboe.com or www.ticketmaster.co.uk Southway Table Top Sale July 9 Church of the Holy Spirit, Southway from 2pm to 4pm.

Sell your unwanted stuff and also grab a bargain.

Tables £5 (pre-book only). Contact Veronica on 07855 256383.

Respect! Festival July 9

The Plymouth Respect! Festival returns for the first time since the pandemic with the theme of Celebrating Cultural Traditions. Starting with a parade at the Pizza at 10am the event takes place at Plymouth Guildhall, Civic Centre and Piazza Marquee from 11am to 5pm. Entry is free and there will be a host of free activities across three floors of the Guildhall, including children’s workshops, community dance and music and much more.

Early Careers Fair July 9 A great event at Plymouth’s Home Park Stadium for anyone looking to gain an apprenticeship or job in Plymouth’s construction and built environment, manufacturing and engineering sectors. For local employers, the event offers a chance to meet with prospective employees and future apprentices, and for those considering a future in these exciting sectors, it’s an opportunity to explore exactly what’s on offer in Plymouth. The event is organised by Building Plymouth and Plymouth Makes.

Paloma Faith Jul 9 Double platinum and BRIT award-winning artist Paloma Faith will embark on a huge UK summer tour, performing at some amazing outdoor venues throughout the UK, including Plymouth’s Central Park.

For tickets go to www.premier.ticketek.co.uk Simply Red July 10 Simply Red boast over a billion hits on You Tube and over 60 million albums sold worldwide, five going to number one in the UK, and now they are coming to Central Parkas part of their Summer 2022 tour. Their 1991 classic ‘Stars’ was the best-selling album for two years running in Britain and Europe. They have had two US Billboard chart toppers with classic singles ‘Holding Back The Years and ‘If You Don’t Know Me By Now’ - and every Simply Red studio album has been a UK top ten. Tickets from www.premier.ticketek.co.uk South Pacific July 14 to July 16 Top Hat and Tails Musical Theatre Company present the popular musical at the Quad Theatre Marjons University. Evenings at 7.30pm and matinee at 2.30pm. Tickets online at www.ticketsource.co.uk/ TopHatAndTailsMTC. Or by calling the box office on 03336 663366.

Park brings first class entertainment from some of the UK’s and Europe’s biggest tribute acts. Tickets from www.bigtribfest.co.uk

Eggbuckland Community Festival July 16 Back after a two year break Frogmore Field, Frogmore Avenue, Eggbuckland from 11am to 7pm. Music and entertainment throughout the day with signers and bands; family fun dog show; over 40 stalls, licensed bar, bouncy castles and much more. Free entry.

Summer Fair July 16 St Gabriel’s Church Hall on the corner of Hyde Park Road and Peverell Terrace from 11am to 2pm. Variety of stalls, raffle, cakes, books and refreshments. All welcome. Free entry.

St Levan Park Fun Day July 16 Starting at 11am and featuring live music, craft and produce stalls, inflatables, children’s entertainment, Gables Dog Show, arena displays and much more.

Table Top Sale July 16 Mainstone Community Centre from 11am to 3pm.

Lots of stalls with books, toys and clothes, plus refreshments and draw. All proceeds to charity.

Stamp Fair July 16 Plymstock Community Centre from 9am to 3pm. Many traders, refreshments available.

Open Day July 16

The Royal British Legion at 41 Market Road, Plympton is holding an Open Day and all are welcome. There will be entertainment, bric-a-brac, cake stall, arts and craft, barbecue food and much more. The fun begins at midday and entry is free.

Stoke Fun Day July 17

After the continued success since the revival of the summer fair, Stoke Traders and Residents Association, the Village Hub and Diverse Events present a packed day in Stoke Village and Blockhouse Park with live music, dog show, family entertainment and many stalls. From 11am too 4pm.

Live at the Lido July 22

Celebrating Plymouth’s amazing homegrown musical talent with a night of rock, pop, folk, soul, DJs at Plymouth’s iconic Tinside Lido. Barbican Theatre have been working with local organisations to source a great line up of local musical talent. Event runs from 5pm to 11pm. Tickets available now at www. barbicantheatre.co.uk

Midnight Walk July 22 St Luke’s popular fund raiser returns to the city and will see thousands of women taking part. For full details and to sign up for the event visit www.stlukes-hospice.org.uk/midnight-walk/ Big Blue Splash July 23 and 24 A brand new event will give people in Plymouth a taste of the sea as part of the exciting year of activity celebrating Plymouth Sound National Marine Park, thanks to funding from The National Lottery Heritage Fund. The event will give locals the chance to try out an amazing range of activities on, in and next to the ocean. Taster sessions out on the water will include stand up paddleboarding, kayaking, guided snorkelling, open water swimming and even SUP yoga – the ultimate test of balance with yoga on a paddle board. Onshore activities include rock pooling, art workshops, the chance to try e-bikes and even plogging – a combination of jogging and litter picking that’s beneficial for wellbeing and for the environment. For more details visit www. plymouthnationalmarinepark.com Ice Cream & Bubbles Festival July 23 and 24 Miss Ivy Events present the ultimate Festival for ice-cream lovers in the South West on national icecream day at Mount Edgcumbe from 10.30am to 4pm each day. A huge selection of ice-creams plus bubble shows, bouncy castles, circus workshops,Prosecco & Pimms bar, street food, gift stalls, live music, Punch & Judy shows, coconut shy, hoopla and more. Tickets £5 online £6.50 on the gate. Under 12s free. Tickets from www.missivyevents.co.uk/buytickets Summer Fayre July 23 Ford Park Cemetery between 11am and 2.30pm and all are welcome. Various stalls.

Sail GP Jul 30 and 31 SailGP will host its Great Britain Sail Grand Prix in Plymouth for the second year running following a bumper event in 2021 which saw an estimated 27,500 spectators enjoy the spectacle. For full details visit SailGP.com Love Summer Festival Aug 5 to 7 Over 100 acts in four covered venues at Newnham Park Estate, Plympton. Children’s entertainment programme, artisan food traders and festival market.

Details www.lovesummerfestival.com or call 01803 290864.

Big Tribute Fest Aug 5 to 7 The South West’s biggest tribute festival in Central

Calligraphy Summer Festival Aug 12 to 14 Master Penman Barbara Calzolari will be staying in Plymouth to teach at the Calligraphy Summer Festival.

The festival is hosted by Lyndsey Gribble of Wild Sea Calligraphy at the newly renovated Alma Yard. There are only 12 Master Penmen in the world and it is very rare they teach here in the UK. Barbara has presented work to the Pope and Presidents during the G8 summit. For more information or to book visit www. wildseacalligraphy.com

Ocean City Motorcycle Festival Aug 13 and 14

Featuring a motorcycle show on The Hoe on Saturday followed on Sunday by The MegaRide, one of the UK’s largest charity motorcycle ride outs with thousands taking part. Bikers will assemble at Lee Mill and make their way along the A38 to finish at The Hoe. The event attracts thousands of spectators and raise significant sums for charity.

British Fireworks Championships Aug 17 and 18 Look to the skies above Plymouth Sound as six top pyrotechnic companies showcase their very best work and battle to be crowned the champion, each putting on an extra special ten-minute display guarateed to leave you awestruck.

Concert for Devon Freewheelers Aug 26 and 27 The Down Thomas Singers are holding a two night summer concerts of light music in aid of Devon Freewheelers. The concert ‘That Loving Feeling’ will be held at the Silver Jubilee Hall, Down Thomas starting at 7.30pm each night. Tickets £6 including refreshments, plus raffle. For tickets call 01752 299204 Charity Black Tie Masquerade Ball Aug 27 A special event at Plymouth Guildhall to raise money for three worthy causes - the Royal British Legion, Mind Devon and Jeremiah’s Journey. The evening will feature a live band, buffet and a raffle with amazing prizes. Tickets for the event cost just £25 and can now be booked on Facebook by searching for Black Tie Masquerade Charity Ball.

Plymouth Seafood and Harbour Festival Sept 17 and 18 Seafood lovers are in for a treat as Plymouth Seafood and Harbour Festival returns to The Barbican and Sutton Harbour. Organised by the Plymouth Waterfront Partnership, this free festival is a vibrant celebration of the incredible sustainably caught fresh fish and seafood on offer in Britain’s Ocean City.

Visitors will be able to watch as some of the region’s top chefs create spectacular dishes in the cookery theatre.

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Queen’s Baton Relay is coming to Plymouth

The Birmingham 2022 Queen’s Baton Relay will visit Plymouth during its final journey through England this summer.

Birmingham 2022 is hosting the 16th official Queen’s Baton Relay – a journey which brings together and celebrates communities across the Commonwealth during the build up to the Commonwealth Games.

In England, the Queen’s Baton Relay will provide the opportunity for communities to experience the excitement for Birmingham 2022, as the 11 days of showstopping sport nears ever closer.

The Queen’s Baton Relay is set to travel the length and breadth of England for a total of 29 days, before culminating at the Opening Ceremony for Birmingham 2022 on July 28 2022.

Kicking off on June 2, the Baton will spend four days in London, coinciding with the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee Weekend.

The Baton will then resume the international journey and return to Plymouth on July 4 to commence a 25-day tour of the regions. The city will officially welcome the Baton as it arrives from Mount Edgcumbe by boat, crossing the Plymouth Sound National Marine Park.

It will leave at 9am and travel on Plymouth Boat Trips’ e-Voyager, the UK’s first seagoing electric ferry, which offers a greener mode of transport across the water and the first zero carbon leg of the route.

The Baton will be accompanied by a flotilla of vessels, including sailing boats and paddle boards. It will travel past Pier Masters House, the historic emigration depot, before arriving on shore at the Barbican Landing Stage and being carried to the Mayflower Steps. It will then travel past the Plymouth Naval Memorial on Plymouth Hoe and down Armada Way before finishing at The Box, Plymouth’s newest cultural attraction and archive.

The National Marine Park, the first in the UK, has been created with the aim of improving access to and engagement with the sea to ensure that everyone in Plymouth can enjoy the significant benefits that being on, in, under or next to the water provides. By increasing community connection with the natural environment, the ‘Park in the Sea’ also hopes to increase engagement with sustainability and ocean protection, and boost the blue economy.

A busy schedule of activities and events are planned for the Queen’s Baton Relay, with opportunities to highlight untold stories from Batonbearers who are striving for change in their community.

The schedule of activity for the Baton’s time in Plymouth includes a civic welcome at the Mayflower Steps, in a nod to July 4 and Plymouth’s American connections, with the Lord Mayor of Plymouth and other city leaders.

It will then pass the Plymouth Naval Memorial on Plymouth Hoe, which is dedicated to British and Commonwealth sailors who were lost in the First and Second World Wars with no known grave.

This will be followed by a community welcome on the Piazza at the heart of the city centre and a greeting from local schoolchildren as it arrives at The Box, after which it leaves Plymouth to travel to its next destination in Devon.

Members of the public are encouraged to get involved with the celebrations and embrace the arrival of the Baton, taking the opportunity to experience the buzz of Birmingham 2022 in their community.

The Birmingham 2022 website will be updated with information over the coming months, with detail on the events and where to line the route.

For more information on the Queen’s Baton Relay, visit www.birmingham2022.com/qbr.

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The Minister for Employment, Mims Davies MP has visited Plymouth to find out more about the work a city-wide partnership is doing to support residents into work, training and education through Skills Launchpad Plymouth.

Led by Plymouth City Council, in collaboration with the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP), Skills Launchpad Plymouth is a city wide partnership supporting those who are facing redundancy, job seeking or changing careers through the Adult Hub and offering targeted support for young people aged 16 to 24 years through the Youth Hub. As part of a visit to the region the Minister requested to visit the Youth Hub to see how young people are being supported with skills, training, education, careers and jobs.

Since opening, between February 2021 and February 2022, Youth Hub Plymouth has supported 299 young people, with 239 transitions into employment, education and training. A number of young people have also taken steps towards these key transitions by engaging in various employability, mental health and claimant support interventions.

Since March 2022, a further 87 young people have been supported with individual skills action plans and continue to receive ongoing help from the Youth Hub team.

Deputy Leader of the Council Councillor Mark Shayer said: “I’m absolutely delighted that the Minister for Employment has come to visit our Youth Hub to see first-hand how this fantastic partnership is supporting our residents and to celebrate the positive impact of supporting over 380 young people including those with additional support needs.

“The intention of our Skills Journey through the Launchpad is to put the individual at the heart – recognising that not one size fits all. We offer an ethical and inclusive front door for both claimants and non-claimants, designed to help residents make independent and informed skills and training choices, leading to better access to real employment opportunities. This is unique in the UK and a model that works!”

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Minister for Employment visits Skills Launchpad Plymouth Minister’s visit, pictured from left: Sharon Muldoon, Incoming Director for Children’s Services, Plymouth City Council; Mims Davies MP, Minister for Employment; Councillor Mark Shayer and Kate Curtis, service leader, Devon & Cornwall District, Department for Work and Pensions

Jobs boost as Burts Crisps success story continues Plymouth-based Burts Crisps is set for further expansion with the creation of 20 new jobs.

today to see the skills and employment support we’re providing people at all ages, and all career stages, to get into work and earning money. “Whether you’re a young person getting your first role, or an adult facing potential redundancy, taking that first step on a new career ladder can be daunting without the right support.

“Through our DWP Youth Hubs and Jobcentres, we’re giving people the tailored support they need to seize the job opportunities on their doorstep, and boost the local economy in Plymouth, and we’ve already got hundreds into local roles and progressing.”

Skills Launchpad Plymouth is supported by Barclays Plymouth at their Armada Way branch, delivering faceto-face coordinated services for young people and adults, along with a range of engagement activities on

site and out in the community.

The Minister was also present for the signing of the new strategic partnership agreement ‘Keep Plymouth Working’ between the Department for Work and Pensions and Plymouth City Council which aims to tackle social inequality and the barriers to jobs and opportunities.

The new agreement sets out the principles of the partnership working between DWP and the council, as well as the priority cohorts and work programmes that will be the focus for delivery to realise the ambition for Plymouth to be a modern, vibrant and sustainable city to live, work and visit. The agreement will act as a mechanism to identify emerging issues at the earliest opportunity and to ensure that strategic priorities are aligned.

The brand has grown by 300 per cent in the last five years and currently employs more than 200 people at its Roborough factory. The new jobs cover planning, warehouse and production roles and the company also provides many other opportunities for career progression.

The announcement on new jobs came at the same time as the company rebranded and launched a number of new products.

Burts chief executive Dave McNulty said: “With the upcoming months being pivotal for the brand, now is the time to build the team. We are very fortunate to be experiencing a period of rapid expansion, which everyone in the business is delighted about.

“This has been a huge year for Burts so far with our new packaging and innovation, and I can’t wait to see where we can take the company next. We are just scratching the surface in terms of innovation with the tremendous manufacturing capabilities we have. This is just the start of our innovation journey, we want Burts to be a brand that can grow and grow.”

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Staff at Bumblebees in Woolwell are buzzing after top 20 ranking Parents have rated Bumblebees Day Nursery in Woolwell as one of the top 20 nurseries, out of over 1100 early years settings in South West England.

The top 20 nurseries in South West England have received an award from the leading day nurseries reviews site, daynurseries.co.uk, with the award based on the nursery’s reviews from the children’s families and carers.

The nurseries were rated on overall standard, facilities and outside space, learning, resources and equipment and ICT, care, activities, staff, food and nutrition, management, cleanliness, safeguarding as well as value for money.

There are more than 13,000 nurseries in the UK, with over 400,000 people working in the childcare sector. Around one million children in the UK attend a nursery.

Faye Thorning, manager of Bumblebees Day Nursery said: “We are privileged to have been awarded for the second year running the ‘Top 20 rated nursery in the Southwest’ one of only two early years settings in Plymouth receiving this recognition. It goes without saying, this would not be possible without our outstanding team that we have on board.

“The award is given following reviews left by past and present families of Bumblebees, to know that the hard work of our team is so well recognised means so much to us.”

Amanda Hopkins, reviews manager of daynurseries.co.uk, said: “We would like to congratulate Bumblebees Day Nursery on being rated by parents as a top nursery in the South West England. Being chosen as one of the best nurseries in the UK by family and carers of children that attend the setting is a huge achievement.

“Our award is recognition from parents and carers that this nursery is offering their children a high standard of care that is key to their social and emotional development as well as their learning.

“We hope these awards give parents that much needed guidance in choosing the right nursery for their child.”

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Cllr Richard Bingley has revealed that that he has instructed officers to ensure that the city council acquires control of the airfield site from current leaseholders Sutton Harbour Holdings.

Cllr Bingley said: “For us to be able to grow and importantly thrive, enticing new businesses to Plymouth and attract higher value jobs for local people, we cannot allow the city to become an island – cutting it off from the rest of the South West and beyond.

“Whilst we will continue to lobby for investment across the whole transport infrastructure, it is clear to me now that the airport issue needs to be resolved once and for all. Reiterating what I said at the full council meeting this week, the airport site and a modern aviation solution was, and remains, a core priority for this council.

“The airport closed in 2011 and has remained unused since that time. I am keen that we take action now to ensure that the site can make an important contribution towards the city’s future.

“That is why I have instructed officers to ensure that the council acquires control of the airport site. I have repeatedly met with council officers and key industry stakeholders to set out our ambitions in this space, and whilst I appreciate it is a difficult situation - I remain determined to resolve the lease issue and I am hopeful that a solution can be found.

“Last year we have made funding available in the capital programme to continue these negotiations with Sutton Harbour Holdings and I would like this work to continue at pace.”

One of the leading campaigners,Cllr Maddi Bridgeman, who represents the Moor View ward, said that the news would be music to many residents’ ears and would be appreciated.

FlyPlymouth, which has been campaigning for a return to operations at the airport for more than 10 years, said there was still a good economic case for bringing back flights to and from the city and it has a ‘robust plan’ supported by financial backers.

Until now, FlyPlymouth has emphasised reopening Plymouth Airport initially for a variety of private, business, military, training and other kinds of flying collectively known as general aviation (GA). The reason being that when it does open, it will take time to allow new systems, processes and staff to bed in.

It added: “The present opportunity for Plymouth, West Devon, South Hams and east Cornwall to benefit from Plymouth Airport has never been stronger. But we need the political leadership to make it a reality.”

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Derriford’s neonatal intensive care unit receives the Silver Award from Bliss Derriford Hospital’s Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) team have been awarded the Bliss Baby Charter Silver Award.

Multiple audits and a recent pre-assessment meeting found the care given to families and babies to be exemplary.

Derriford’s NICU has been involved with Bliss, the charity for premature and sick babies, since 2017. After initially achieving a pledge of improvement in 2019, the team went on to be awarded the Bronze Award in 2021 and most recently the Silver Award in May 2022.

Bliss was set up in 1979. Its vision is simply that every baby born prematurely or sick in the UK has the best chance of survival and quality of life. They work hand in hand with healthcare professionals to ensure family centred care on the neonatal unit is of the highest possible standard.

In 2009 the charity introduced different levels of award to recognise the progress and commitment of every unit working hard to implement and improve family centred care, something that Derriford’s NICU team have done exceptionally well.

Something Bliss was particularly inspired by in Plymouth’s NICU was the support given from the FAB (family and baby) team who are external to the hospital and come in twice a week. They help families who may be facing financial hardship to help them to obtain things such as monetary aid and nursery support.

This is not something that is standard across all hospitals and the team at Derriford are honoured to be able to provide this service to parents.

Roisin McKeon-Carter, neonatal nurse consultant at University Hospitals Plymouth, said: “I am extremely proud of the team and the ethos that they have driven to ensure families are always at the heart of care in the NICU. No one plans to have a sick baby. We want to protect parents from the trauma and make their journey as good as possible to help get them through it.”

Data from the 2020 NNAP (National Neonatal

Audit Programme) highlights just how outstanding Derriford’s care is. A key finding was that while the average number of days of separation for late and preterm babies across England and Wales was 6.3 days, it is only 1.7 days in Plymouth.

The days of separation for babies born at term is also above average at 1.1 days of separation with the average benchmark for England and Wales being 2.8 days in line with the NHSE ATAIN (Avoiding Term Admissions to NICU).A large part of the team’s success in this is their efforts to keep mothers close to their babies. Those who need postnatal care stay in the ward next to the NICU and parents who did not need to stay in the hospital are close to the hospital in free accommodation provided

by the Keep Me Close appeal. Roisin said: “We ensure there is never any discrimination, and all families are taken care of and treated equally.”

Parents are truly at the centre of everything that the NICU team does - they want to create an environment that feels like a ‘home from home’ for parents. They provide families with free accommodation, free food, free parking, free Wi-Fi, access to emotional support and much more.

The above and beyond care for families often goes the extra mile. In December 2021 Keep Me Close Appeal Fundraiser, Tracey Stacey contacted a local celebrity chef and arranged for a turkey dinner with all of the trimmings to be donated to the families staying in local

accommodation. The food was provided by Keep Me Close so that families could have a proper Christmas dinner whilst being away from home and have a sense of normality during a stressful time.

The team have also made sure that information is easily accessible to families, whether it is useful material from the PNTS (Peninsula Neonatal Transport Service) team ahead of a baby’s transfer to Derriford such as virtual ward tours, to all the information easily accessible to parents on the walls of the NICU ward.

This includes inspirational boards such as the ‘Once Upon A Time’ display that is full of positive stories from former patients, to give them hope that their babies will go on to live normal and healthy lives.

Something particularly of note is the ward’s QR code tree, which is a beautiful display of information that new parents might need and accompanying QR codes for them to access the correct material with ease.

Roisin added: “Having this information so readily available for parents is important to the team as they want them to feel as confident as possible when they take their babies home. Their success is our success.

“Receiving the award makes us feel ‘warm and fuzzy inside’. The care we provide parents is simply our job and what we would do regardless. Having ‘fresh eyes’ praise the work we are doing gives the team confidence in their work and has made them feel supported to keep giving an excellent level of care and to strive for the Bliss Gold Award, something we believe is well within reach for this outstanding team.”

To find out more about Plymouth NICU, please visit: https://www.plymouthhospitals.nhs.uk/nicu

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Future looking bright for Plymouth’s marine sector

Thousands of job opportunities will be created in Plymouth this year as innovative and forward-thinking marine projects come into existence.

Building on a 200 year legacy as a global centre of marine innovation, this year will see the Plymouth and South Devon Freeport become operational and the continued development of Smart Sound Plymouth, the Ocean Futures innovation support programme and the Plymouth Sound National Marine Park, creating new jobs and cementing the city’s position as a world leader in the marine industries.

Council Leader Richard Bingley said: “The UK has always been front and centre of maritime innovation and the marine international supply chain. Plymouth City Council, our government and business partners, are co-crafting a globalfacing delivery strategy to ensure that Plymouth becomes an international hub for the maritime sector.

“We have two centuries of marine technology development heritage to build upon, and now this rich community expertise can be harnessed to our existing world-class marine and defence research here across our Ocean City.

“The global marine sector is estimated to be worth a staggering $3 trillion by 2030. Mixing our energy, ambition and growing expertise here is our city, there is no reason why we cannot deliver thousands of higher-value jobs for our residents during the upcoming decade and beyond.”

Plymouth boasts an impressive pedigree when it comes to the marine sector, with the largest concentration of marine scientists in the world.

Developments over the past decade such as Smart Sound Plymouth, the Oceansgate

marine Enterprise Zone and the Marine Business Technology Centre (MBTC) innovation support service have encouraged collaboration and creativity between the private and public sectors with three world leading areas of excellence emerging: marine autonomy, clean propulsion and digital ocean technology.

This has resulted in the Department of International Trade (DIT) recognising Plymouth as

a UK High Potential Opportunity (HPO) for marine autonomy.

For the people of Plymouth, this means new job opportunities. The Freeport will generate more than 3,500 jobs, with everything from starter jobs to high value technical roles. More than 2,700 of these are set to pay about the average wage and 300 to 500 people will be upskilled each year.

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designing, testing and developing cutting-edge marine products and services covers 1,000 square kilometres of ocean and stretches 25 miles offshore. A valuable resource for businesses and researchers, it’s now expanded to include Smart Sound Connect: the world’s first ocean-focussed 5G testbed.

The 5G network, developed in partnership with Vodafone, Nokia and Steatite, has been funded by the Heart of the South West Local Enterprise Partnership.

It provides seamless connectivity for research and testing of new technologies, including autonomous vessels, is free to use and is fully managed by the council and Plymouth Marine Laboratory (PML), supported by the Marine Biological Association (MBA), University of Exeter and the University of Plymouth. Its fundamental aim is to support innovation and business growth, ultimately resulting in new jobs across the region.

As a result of the direct focus on marine innovation, Plymouth City Council has led on the development of Ocean Futures. This new initiative, developed in partnership with industry and the city’s world leading research base, forms the foundation of innovation support and a direct investment framework for increased development from the UK and the rest of world to further accelerate the Plymouth-centred marine innovation hotbed for the South West.

Partners include the FAST Cluster, Babcock, Thales, Siemens, the Universities of Plymouth and Exeter, PML, MBA, Lloyds Register, NPL, UKHO, Met Office, Innovate UK, DIT and regional local authorities.

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GRATEFUL DAD ORGANISES BIG FUNDRAISER FOR KEEP ME CLOSE APPEAL

Plympton couple Lauren and Ryan Yeoman welcomed their twins into the world on December 21 2021 at Derriford Hospital, 17 days before their due date. As if their IVF journey hadn’t been a big enough rollercoaster, baby Ezra was quickly transferred to the Neonatal Intensive Care unit (NICU) due to breathing difficulties.

Inspired by the truly amazing care that they received whilst there, Ezra’s dad, Ryan, has been inspired to fundraise for the Keep Me Close Appeal under the umbrella of Plymouth Hospitals Charity.

This amazing fundraising appeal uses funds raised to support the provision and development of parental accommodation for those parents of babies who are being cared for on the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit.

The NICU at UHP cares for babies born from around the Devon and Cornwall peninsula who have either been born prematurely or with other life-threatening illnesses. As the ward has the highest level of expertise and equipment, the ward cares for babies from all over the South West and babies are often transferred in from other hospitals for a higher level of care when needed.

It is the only ward of its type this side of Bristol.

On Sunday July 10, between 9.30am and 5pm, Ryan and his friends and family have organised a five-a-side football tournament for the NICU Cup along with other family fun to take place at Manadon Sports Hub. On the day, there will also be a raffle, entertainment and refreshments, all set to provide a fun day out for the whole family.

Ryan said: “We have been overwhelmed with the positive response from the NICU cup and have had to increase the capacity of players on the day.

We are hoping to raise awareness and money for the phenomenal work that the staff at Derriford’s

NICU do. The money will, in turn, help provide the best care possible for other babies who are unwell. Please consider coming along for what is set to be a great day out.”

Corinne Bailey, charity manager said: “As a NICU parent, time spent in the hospital is worrying and stressful. It is a real testament, although no surprise on my part, to our wonderful colleagues that Ryan has decided to fundraise for such an important cause. The Keep me Close appeal is something that takes a little bit of pressure out of the hospital stay for parents of unwell babies.

Best of luck for the day, all.”

...while Derriford team takes on Snowdon for charity Nine members of staff from Derriford Hospital will be taking on the Snowdon Challenge in July to raise money for the charity, Sands.

Colleagues from the Ocean Suite at Derriford have decided to trek up Wales biggest mountain, Snowdon, in just one day to raise money for Sands, the leading stillbirth and neonatal death charity in the UK. The Ocean Suite at Derriford provides care for all pregnancy related conditions up to 20 weeks gestation and the team wanted to give back to Sands who provides bereavement training, guidance, and service user support for staff, as well as memory boxes and keepsakes for bereaved parents.

Taking on the 1,085m mountain on July 3 will be a mixed ability team of nurses and healthcare assistants made up of Hayley Foulkes, Sarah Black, Ellie Morcom, Karah Mills, Stacey Styles, Kayley Middlemiss, May Maddawin, Grace Kent, Kayleigh Davenport.

Kayleigh, who is the deputy manager of Ocean Suite said: “We are all really excited and have all recently started some form of exercise to get us ready for our six to eight hour climb!

“The hospital pressures have had a real impact on staff and patients over the past 24 months so I thought I would

arrange an exciting and positive challenge for the staff to take part in whilst giving something back to a charity close to our hearts.

“I think miscarriage is often a subject that people don’t feel comfortable discussing, but the correct care and resources can really give you a light at the end of the tunnel. Therefore, we want to raise as much money as we can while raising awareness as well. We will dedicate the funds to all of the lovely families we have met whilst caring for them and say a big thank you to Sands as well.”

As part of their Snowdon challenge, the team had to reach a fundraising target of £2000. To help achieve their goal, Kayleigh organised a quiz and raffle night at the Green Taverners at Home Park in April. Over 50 prizes were donated to the raffle from local businesses keen to support the cause and entertainment was provided by two local artists.

Thanks to the hard work of the team and the support of those around them, they have now exceeded their £2000 target and have reached over £3000 with donations still coming in. For anyone interested in supporting the team, go to www.justgiving.com/fundraising/kayleighdavenport2 For more information on Sands visit www.sands.org.uk.

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RESIDENTS AND COUNCILLORS JOIN FORCES OVER SHOP CLOSURE FEARS

Local residents in Southway and the surrounding area of north Plymouth have stood together to fight for the future of the parade of shops in Upland Drive.

Backed by local councillors and campaigners the residents raised concerns when it was revealed that the Premier Convenience store is to close in July following a massive increase in its annual rent.

The company managing the the parade of shops – Midlands-based London & Cambridge Properties (LCP) – were also reported to be asking all the businesses involved to contribute towards a £70000 bill towards roof and car park repairs.

A public meeting attended by more than 100 local residents was followed by a protest outside the shops along with a petition signed by over 250 people.

A spokesperson for the campaigners said: “We will still be losing our Premier store but the landlord has promised it will refurbish the unit in August and a new store will come in. It won’t be a Premier but it will be a convenience store, which is vital for the community.”

Campaigners said that constructive talks had taken place with LCP which had provided more clarity about the situation and had been reassured the stores will remain.

The spokesperson said the row of shops was designated as retail use under planning controls and said: “The shop owners will be able to negotiate their leases when they come up for renewal. Councillors, shop owners and the landlord are in active communication.”

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Estover trio win top honours at City College Student of the Year Awards Three students from Estover have been honoured at the City College Plymouth Student of the Year Awards ceremony.

They were among more than a dozen students whose aweinspiring stories were shared with family friends and lecturers at the special ceremony.

They included a teenager who battled through personal tragedies to pick up a total of three top honours and a 51-year-old woman who won the Business Student of the Year Award.

Eighteen-year-old Amber Jefferis was the recipient of three awards - the Governors’ Award the Endeavour Award sponsored

by Babcock and the Automotive Student of the Year Award.

Amber was nominated by lecturer Tony Woodward for showing ‘what can be achieved under adverse circumstances’.

Having joined the college on a level 1 course, Amber worked tirelessly to further her knowledge and skills and has now secured a highly soughtafter apprenticeship.

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winner but the strength of character and determination Amber has shown makes her the most worthy of winners.”

Sharon Tucker, 51, was named the Business Student of the Year.

During her time at the college, Sharon has shone through to demonstrate a true love of learning. Lecturer Beth Symons said: “Sharon has inspired me to want to be a better lecturer due to her positivity, her enthusiastic approach to her assignments, and the impressive attitude she has shown throughout her time here.”

Another teenager from Estover 17-year-old Ebony Marchant, won the Care Student of the Year Award.

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Lecturer Kath Norris said: “As a department, we are all really proud of Ebony and we hope Ebony is proud of herself.”

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PLYMOUTH LUNCH CLUB WELCOMES NEW MEMBERS

Plymouth College of Art awarded university status to become Arts University Plymouth Plymouth College of Art has been formally recognised as the UK’s newest arts university.

Founded in 1856, the college has been granted full university status and formally recognised with the new title of Arts University Plymouth, following approval by the Privy Council.

With 166 years of history in the city, the move to become Arts University Plymouth comes after the institution, which has delivered higher education for over 20 years, received Taught Degree Awarding Powers in 2019.

Professor Paul Fieldsend-Danks, vicechancellor and chief executive of Arts University Plymouth, said: “Achieving full university status is just our latest evolution in over 160 years of leading specialist arts education in the South West and internationally.

“This exciting news recognises the quality of the work already taking place in partnership with our undergraduate and postgraduate students and is testament to the dedication of our staff, and the ambition of our Governing body. Their tireless work has enabled us to demonstrate the value of arts education to students, to the UK economy and to a world that needs creatives now more than ever.

“Our vision for Arts University Plymouth is a new kind of art school for the 21st century, preparing graduates who are uniquely placed to provide creative solutions to the complex problems faced by modern society, spanning everything from the acceleration of new technologies to the global challenges facing

healthcare, sustainability and the climate emergency.

“This is also another key moment in the development of Plymouth and a reflection on the hard work of partners across Britain’s Ocean City, including Plymouth City Council’s commitment to unlocking the city’s potential and creating an exciting, cultural and creative place for people to live and work.

“Research by Plymouth Culture indicates that more than £50 million has been invested in arts and culture in Plymouth from outside

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Members of the Plymouth Luncheon Club are enjoying meeting together regularly again after missing out during the pandemic.

funders in the past five years, one million people attend events organised by creative and cultural organisations in Plymouth each year, and culture is worth more than £98 million to the city annually.

“From the opening of The Box, Plymouth’s flagship cultural destination, and Market Hall, featuring a 360 degree immersive dome that is the first of its kind in Europe, to playing host this year to British Art Show 9, the UK’s biggest touring art exhibition, there can be no doubt that Plymouth is a leading UK city for contemporary visual arts. The time is right for Arts University Plymouth to take its place as the city’s first specialist arts university.”

Victoria Pomery CEO at The Box, said: “I’m delighted that our near neighbours have achieved university status. This is wonderful news for Plymouth, a city that embraces and celebrates the power of the arts and creativity.

“We’ve partnered with colleagues at Plymouth College of Art on a regular basis in the past and now look forward to working with the Arts University Plymouth in the future.”

The university has also won Best Small or Specialist University at the 2022 WhatUni Student Choice Awards in May 2022 and been shortlisted for the CSR/Sustainability Transformation Award at the 2022 international Think Global Awards.

Arts University Plymouth’s Students’ Union recently won Best Campaign Supporting Student Wellbeing at the Think Student Awards, beating leading international universities to be selected as the winner by the Student Pulse panel of 40,000 students.

The Club was formed in 1970 under the auspices of South West Gas Board – as Plymouth Ladies Luncheon Club – and celebrated its 50th anniversary just a month before the first lockdown. Fortunately, the hard working committee maintained contact via the internet and looked to the future.

In August last year the first tentative steps were made by organising a cream tea at the club’s regular venue, the Duke of Cornwall Hotel.

Members were warmly welcomed by the manager and staff and had a most enjoyable afternoon.

Regular monthly lunches which also includes after lunch speakers, began again in September and continue with the current programme arranged until June 2023.

Over the years, club members have enjoyed listening to an amazing variety of speakers with subjects ranging from the language of jewellery, journalism, writing for a soap opera, the story of Wedgewood China, the role of the Sergeant At Arms at the House of Commons and, on one memorable occasion, an opera singer who ended her talk by demonstrating her powerful and beautiful voice.

Speakers at the club’s anniversary lunches have included Dickie Arbiter former press secretary to The Queen, Dr Michael Leach cameraman who has worked with Sir David Attenborough and most recently Ann Widdecombe, former Member of Parliament.

Enquiries about membership are welcome and programme details may be found on www. plymouthluncheonclub.co.uk or by phoning 07743 681602 after 6pm.

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The planning also extends to the provision of a new woodland garden on the Derriford Hospital site. The COVID-19 pandemic has had a significant impact on patients, families and colleagues and the experience of COVID-19 has been felt in different ways for different people.

The garden will go some way to recognising the long-term impact of limited visiting and challenging work environments during the course of the pandemic. It will be a space inclusive of patients, their families, and colleagues. In addition to becoming an important space for rest and reflection, the garden will provide a gain in biodiversity on the site, providing the carbon offset for the development of the Urgent and Emergency Care Centre.

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Meanwhile groundworks are due to start soon on the new Royal Eye Infirmary in William Prance Road. The three-floor facility will bring together the outpatient and surgical eye treatments that are currently provided at Derriford Hospital.

The new site offers improved access for patients with a drop-off zone and parking immediately outside of the building. The internal plans include an increased number of treatment rooms and an expanded area for young patients.

Last summer, two new modular theatres were installed at Derriford Hospital, following investment from the NHS Elective Recovery Fund to address the major impact of covid on hospital waiting times.

This dedicated capacity will be re-provided at the new site along with the addition of a third operating theatre dedicated to subspecialisms, such as oculoplastic, orbital and corneal surgeries, to start to reduce the waiting times of patients from across Devon and Cornwall.

As a specialism, Ophthalmology (Eye Services) has a lower reliance on an acute hospital site, making it a suitable candidate for a move away from the Derriford Hospital site. However, Paediatric surgery and specialist ROP (Retinopathy of Prematurity) treatment will remain on site at Derriford.

The move will release space on Level 3 of Derriford Hospital which will be reassigned as a clinical unit and an additional ward.

To find out more about the Future Hospital programme, visit www.plymouthhospitals. nhs.uk/future-hospital

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Derriford Hospital is on a journey to redevelop its healthcare estate as part of the government’s New Hospital Programme. The focus for phase one of the ‘Future Hospital’ programme will be on improved provision for the urgent and emergency care services at Derriford Hospital.

This will involve the development of a new Urgent and Emergency Care Centre; a purpose-built facility, creating space to care for the sickest patients.

The new 165,000 sq ft build will see the co-location of the Emergency Department with urgent care pathways and the addition of dedicated interventional radiology theatre capacity (hybrid theatres which bring realtime diagnostic imaging capabilities into the operating theatre).

Enabling work is due to begin later this year with plans for construction work to start in 2023.

Future Hospital director, Stuart Windsor said: “We are delighted to announce that planning permission has been granted today

by Plymouth City Council for the first phase of our development work. Our existing Emergency Department was built at a time when demand was significantly lower, so this major investment in our healthcare estate will allow us to address this fundamental challenge by doubling the amount of space for care delivery.

“It also puts us in a once-in-a-generation position to rethink the way we provide the service of the future, be that with new buildings, new digital technologies or new ways of working clinically. To do this, we have been closely working with staff and service users to focus on how we can better deliver Same-Day Emergency Care to help enable people to return home with a package of specialist care where appropriate.

“This supports better outcomes by delivering care as close to home as possible and is strategically important as we look to reduce the need for hospital admission and create a better environment to deliver our planned care services.”

The Future Hospital Programme is a long-term programme of change that will fundamentally transform how care is delivered, improving lives across Plymouth, Devon and Cornwall through investment in integrated clinical services, digital assets and estates.

The new hospital programmes in Plymouth, North Devon and Torbay will form an important part of Devon’s Long-Term Plan.

The plan will make sure healthcare services in Devon are fit for the future, providing

Artist’s impression of the new emergency department Image: Stride Treglown

A Whitleigh couple had their very own Platinum Jubilee when they celebrated their 70th wedding anniversary with family and friends.

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Childhood sweethearts Leonard and Madeleine Palmer have lived in the same house for over 60 years on Bodmin Road, Whitleigh. The couple met at a youth club in 1948, were married at St Jude’s Church in 1952 and celebrated their 70th wedding anniversary on June 7. They have two daughters Sue and Judith.

Leonard, who is 95 and Madeleine, aged 90, were both born and raised in Plymouth and have lived and worked in the city all their lives.

Leonard worked at the Devonport Dockyard for over 40 years while Madeleine spent over 30 years working at Dingles, now known as House of Fraser. They used to be avid ballroom dancers and loved travelling.

They still love each other very much and live independently in their own home - and still enjoy going out for lunches, giving Madeleine the chance for a spot of retail therapy.

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Argyle and Ginsters join forces to highlight child poverty in Plymouth

Plymouth Argyle Community Trust and Ginsters have teamed up to highlight poverty in Plymouth through a comprehensive campaign of fund-raising, awareness raising, social outreach, food donations, education, and charity support.

They have launched Project 35 – a ground-breaking social impact initiative – to highlight the fact that 35 per cent of children in Plymouth live in poverty in some wards of the city.

The Project 35 logo will be featured on Argyle’s team shirts for the upcoming season and Ginsters will deliver 100,000 free lunches to local children in 2022/23.

Argyle head of Commercial Operations, James Greenacre, said: “This is the most exciting and ambitious front of shirt partnership I have been involved in at the club, and we cannot wait to bring it to life in the season ahead. Project 35 has the potential to have a huge impact on our local community, using the power of Argyle for social good.”

Sam Mitchell, managing director of Ginsters, said: “It’s an absolute honour to be involved with such an important initiative in the local area and in partnership with the great Plymouth Argyle.

“The statistics surrounding food poverty across Devon and Cornwall are shocking; and being the largest food manufacturer in the region, we believe it’s our duty to support our local community in partnership with Argyle, which we will do through the provision of free lunches and with the donation of this season’s shirt space to increase awareness of the project.”

Councillor Rebecca Smith, Cabinet Member for Homes and Communities for Plymouth

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“Tackling child poverty in Plymouth needs to be a team effort and our Child Poverty Action Plan brings together private and voluntary sector support to tackle the wide ranging complex issues around improving children’s chances in life and empowering

families to move themselves out of poverty for good.

“Helping families with children overcome poverty not only makes a huge difference to their lives but to the lives of their families, communities and to society as a whole, so I’m delighted to see the launch of Project 35 in Plymouth.”

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Plymouth one of the best places to give birth Plymouth is the second best city in England to give birth in, new research has found.

The study by childcare and education experts, Little Ones London, analysed NHS patient satisfaction rates across categories for maternity services, including involvement in decisions, time to have skin to skin contact with baby and how little mothers were left alone when worried.

The second-best city to give birth in is Plymouth. The city obtained an average

patient satisfaction score of 8.83 out of 10. When broken down, this is due to high rankings across each category, but most of all, having the second highest satisfaction rate of 9.65 out of 10 for time having skin to skin contact with their newborn.

Plymouth was ranked equal first in the satisfaction rate of feeling ‘involved in decisions’ and was also rated highly by patients for not being left alone when worried.

Commenting on the study, a spokesperson

from Little Ones London said: “Having a baby is one of the biggest events in any parent’s life and there are many aspects of the process that can have a profound impact on the experience as a whole.

“This study provides a fascinating insight for soon-to-be parents as to the cities that offer an exceptional and smooth experience.”

The study was conducted by Little Ones London, an internationally established childcare and housekeeping service with offices located in the heart of central London.

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JUMP INTO FUN THIS SUMMER with the National Marine Park

It’s all happening in Britain’s Ocean City this summer, with a bumper fortnight of water based events coming up in July.

There’s so much to enjoy, making the most of our beautiful and special coastline.

Plymouth is home to the UK’s first National Marine Park, and thanks to funding from the National Lottery Heritage Fund, there’ll be a bumper weekend of FREE water based activities for all to enjoy!

To kick it all off the National Marine Park Big Blue Splash is coming to Plymouth Sound on 23 and 24 July 2022, giving everyone the chance to try out an amazing range of activities on, in and next to the water. So if you’re interested in trying something new, or want to enjoy a weekend of free fun near the water get the date in your diary!

If you’ve always wanted to try paddle boarding or kayaking, or fancy yourself as a sailor or jet skier you might be in luck! Try your hand at sea swimming, snorkelling or

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rock-pooling or if you don’t fancy getting your feet wet you could take a heritage tour or art class while enjoying the soothing sound of the sea.

The Big Blue Splash, part of the National Marine Park Horizons project is aimed at getting as many Plymouth people in, on, under or next to the water as possible – so if you’re not keen on getting wet there’ll still be plenty of activities on dry land to explore and enjoy.

On Saturday 23 and Sunday 24 July there will be a range of taster activities on and off the water across Plymouth’s waterfront: at Tinside Lido, the Hoe foreshore, Mount Edgcumbe, Mount Batten and Firestone Bay. Taster sessions on the water will include stand up paddle boarding, kayaking, guided snorkelling, open water swimming and even SUP yoga – the ultimate test of balance with yoga on a paddleboard.

On land you’ll be able to try out rock pooling, art workshops, e-bikes or even ‘plogging’, a combination of jogging and litter picking that’s beneficial for your wellbeing and the environment!

Activities will require booking in advance. For details of how to book, timings and locations head to www. plymouthsoundnationalmarinepark.com/ bigbluesplash The National Marine Park Big Blue Splash has been funded as part of the National Marine Park Horizons Project, which has been made possible thanks to £9.5million from The National Lottery Heritage Fund.

High adrenaline on-water racing as SailGP returns

And to top it all off, the following week on 30 and 31 July will see the Great Britain Sail Grand Prix return to Plymouth with two days of high adrenaline racing on the waters of Plymouth Sound.

Last year’s event saw over 27,000 spectators line Plymouth Hoe and the waterfront to watch the world’s most exciting on-water racing.

The thrilling racing across the water will see ten international teams compete; Canada and Switzerland are new additions, joining the existing teams from Australia, Denmark, France, Great Britain, Japan, New Zealand, Spain and the United States.

In 2022, as well as continuing important conservation and development work as part of the new Plymouth Sound National

Marine Park, the city will also sign SailGP’s Climate Action Charter, committing to local impact projects that focus on clean energy impact and wider ocean conservation.

There’s a number of ways to watch the Great Britain Sail Grand Prix in Plymouth. Options include premium paid-for ticketed options on shore and on the water, watching from your own boat or simply soak up the atmosphere and enjoy for free at various points along Plymouth’s waterfront.

This year you can also choose to enjoy a behind the scenes tour of the SailGP Team Bases, getting up close and seeing the cutting edge, wing-sailed boats and the technology that makes them work.

To find out more and plan your visit head to visitplymouth.co.uk/ sailgp

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40mph speed limit returned on most of Tavistock Road The speed limit along most of the Tavistock Road between Manadon and Derriford returned to 40mph on July 1.

A temporary reduced speed limit of 30mph was introduced between Budshead Road and Powisland Drive in 2018, while work was carried out on the Derriford Transport Scheme.

It was later extended to cover the stretch between Manadon Roundabout (Outland Road) and Runway Road and has remained in place as a trial, for further review.

Following the trial, the 40mph limit is to be reinstated along most of this stretch, with the exception of two sections: • The stretch between Derriford Roundabout (including the roundabout itself) and Runway Road. This will remain at 30mph as it is a single carriageway with cycle lanes, as well as pedestrian measures introduced as part of the Derriford Transport Scheme. (The 30mph speed limit has also helped to address earlier issues turning into and out of Powisland Drive) • The inbound side from Derriford Roundabout (including the roundabout itself) to Charlton Road, which will also remain at 30mph, as recommended by a safety audit for the upcoming junction improvement scheme at Charlton Road.

New signs have been installed to reflect the changes.

Warning over scam caller posing as a police officer

Police investigating reports of a phone scam which has led to two people in their 80s handing over substantial sums of money are appealing for information.

Officers are also warning residents in Devon to be vigilant of the scam, in which the caller is pretending to be a police officer.

Detectives say they have had an increased number of calls about this scam over the past few weeks - particularly in the Plymouth, South Devon and Exeter areas.

In one case, the victim was persuaded to hand over more than £15,000, and more than £9,000 in another case.

As part of the scam, they were also asked to provide some of the money in foreign currency or purchase expensive watches.

It has been reported that the male caller pretends to be a person called ‘Sergeant Martin Spencer’ from the police in London, and he is investigating the unauthorised use of the person’s bank card.

He also advised that they should not tell anyone about the call, as it may jeopardise the police investigation.

Detective Inspector Guy Biggar said: “We are advising anyone who receives such a call not to give any personal information and hang up immediately.

“This type of call can be linked to courier fraud, where victims will be encouraged to withdraw funds from their bank account or give bank cards to a courier, arranged by the ‘police officer’ making the call under the guise of ‘assisting with a police investigation’.

“We will never contact people to ask for banking information or request that they withdraw money from an account to aid an investigation.”

If you have any information that could help the police with their enquiries or know someone who has received a call of this nature, please email 101@dc.police. uk or call 101, quoting CR/049562/22.

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Derriford transplant patient raising funds for kidney units A 42-year-old man from Cornwall who received a kidney transplant at Derriford Hospital in December 2021 is taking on a number of challenges in order to raise money for the kidney units that treated him.

Jamie Reed was diagnosed with a genetic kidney condition called Alport Syndrome at the age of three. The condition progressed slowly but as Jamie got older his kidney function slowly decreased. Then just over two years ago he was put on the transplant list to find a suitable kidney.

After two years on the transplant list, a live kidney donor was found, one of Jamie’s friends who had gone through the testing process. However, due to the pressures of COVID-19, Jamie’s operation was rescheduled twice.

Finally, he was able to receive his transplant and was treated by the Mayflower ward at Derriford Hospital.

Talking about the team who treated him, Jamie said: “They really are superb and Jamie Reed extremely supportive, I can’t thank them enough.”

Once his operation was complete, Jamie continued his treatment at Treliske Hospital in Cornwall. He believes the hardest part of his journey was not knowing what to expect. “The fear of the unknown was also hard to get past, but I would urge anyone who is going through similar circumstances to s peak with the experts. You are never alone in this.”

Now in a bid to give back to those who cared for him, Jamie is planning a number of fundraising events for the kidney units at Derriford and Treliske and provide support to others who may have kidney issues.

“Our goal is to raise as much money as possible to support the two kidney units at Treliske and Derriford. Having worked in children’s services for the past three years, I am also keen to ensure we can support young people with kidney issues.”

Jamie will be kicking off his fundraising efforts with a gala dinner before attempting to set a world record.

After launching a DAB radio station called Rewind Radio during lockdown, Jamie and his colleague will be broadcasting for at least 52 hours in their bid to secure the title of world record holder.

However, this won’t be his biggest challenge. Jamie, his donor, and a number of other friends will be climbing the four peaks of the UK, Ben Nevis, Scafell, Snowdon and Brown Willy.

The group plan to take on the mountainous feat in March 2023 and have even managed to secure a coach to transport them between locations due to the number of people who want to get involved.

To get more updates on Jamie’s recovery and his fundraising efforts follow him on Twitter @JamieKernow.

Summer exhibitions at The Box feature Turner Prize-nominated artist and Plymouth ‘after dark’ Plymouth’s major museum, art gallery and archive is launching two new exhibitions in June which will run throughout the summer.

‘George Shaw: The Local’ is a major presentation of new and existing works by the Devon-based artist who was nominated for the Turner Prize in 2011. The exhibition references his personal experiences and observations of isolation, loss and belonging. It opens on June 18 and runs until September 4.

The other exhibition ‘because the night belongs to us’ examines Plymouth’s nightlife and culture through the voices of those who experienced it. The exhibition is the culmination of a five-year community engagement project and has been developed with many contributions from the people of Plymouth. It opens on June 25 and also runs until September 4.

Shaw is a Devon-based artist, living and working on the edge of Dartmoor. The title for his exhibition plays on ‘The Local’ also being a common way of referring to the nearest pub: a place anchored to the community, providing a local geographic reference point and a place

where experiences are shared. ‘because the night belongs to us’ explores the fun, the dangers, the relationships, and the drama formed at night. Through the five-year community project ‘Plymouth After Dark’, working with those that were there, the exhibition presents the story of Plymouth’s nightlife over the past 60 years.

From the Van Dike Club of the late 1960s to the world- famous Union Street and its club culture of the 1990s - the relationship between music and subcultural identity, experimentation and creativity, from avant-garde jazz, through psychedelia, acid house and hardcore punk are explored and celebrated.

Both exhibitions are open 10am-5pm Tuesday to Sunday and Bank Holidays. Entry is free and there is no need to book.

For more information visit www. theboxplymouth.com

Ann Widdecombe guest speaker at Moors Edge U3A Former MP Ann Widdecombe will be the guest speaker at the monthly meeting of Moors Edge U3A on July 12 when she is expected to share about her time on Strictly Come Dancing.

Moors Edge U3A meets on the second Tuesday of the month (except August) at the Woolwell Centre at 2.30pm. All those who are retired or semiretired are welcome to attend two of the monthly meetings before deciding if they want to join the group.

Guest speaker at the June meeting was Annabel Roberts from Children’s Hospice South West, who spoke about the work of Little Harbour in St Austell.

They support not only the poorly child but the whole family providing respite, emergency and terminal care and supporting the parents and siblings who are given play opportunities. Making memories is a very important part of the time spent at the hospice.

At the end of May members celebrated the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee with a high tea at the Yelverton Golf Club, which featured a decorated hat competition with tins of biscuits as prizes.

A first for the Garden Visit group was hiring a mini-bus which took 14 members to RHS Rosemoor, resulting in a grand day out in beautiful gardens on a hot sunny day. Do take a look at the photographs on our Facebook page.

The Wine Tasting group were able to take advantage of good weather and sit out in a member’s garden to taste three wines, enjoy a few nibbles and lively conversation.

The Weekenders group has enjoyed eating out at various restaurants and pubs and a second group is now being set up. Darts at The Burrator Inn

Members of the Garden Visit group at RHS Rosemoor

continues to be popular with many members eating lunch there before the friendly games.

Some groups, such as Bridge meet weekly, while others such as History and Science and Technology meet once a month. Visit https://u3asites.org.uk/ moorsedge/events for more information on upcoming events and click on the Groups page to see the range of interest groups.

Future meetings: September 13 Ben Mee from Dartmoor Zoo will bring us up to date with the conservation work being done at the Zoo. The annual meeting on October 11 will include guest speaker Glen Bird, known as the Bootneck Baker.

JULY TO SEPTEMBER:

July 8 Ball and Boe Central Park 9 Paloma Faith Central Park 10 Simply Red Central Park

August

September

23 and 24 National Marine Park Big Blue Splash Plymouth Waterfront

17 and 18 British Firework Championships Plymouth Waterfront

17 and 18 Plymouth Seafood and Harbour Festival Plymouth Waterfront

30 and 31 Great Britain Sail Grand Prix Plymouth Sound

27 West End Carnival Plymouth City Centre

All events subject to change.

Please see visitplymouth.co.uk for the latest information.

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PLYMOUTH WELCOMES FAMILIES FLEEING THE CONFLICT IN UKRAINE A wide range of organisations are working together to welcome and support Ukrainian families arriving in the city as part of the Government’s Homes for Ukraine Scheme.

So far 89 Ukrainians have arrived in Plymouth and more families fleeing the conflict in their home country are expected to arrive in the coming months once their visas are approved.

A total of 74 hosts have been approved to provide accommodation for Ukrainians in Plymouth and the City Council has carried out home inspections to check that accommodation being offered is suitable.

Many more people in Plymouth have come forward as potential hosts and are awaiting matches with arriving Ukrainians.

Plymouth City Council’s Community Connections team is working with a wide range of voluntary and public sector organisations in Plymouth to ensure all the support needed by the Ukrainian families is in place.

This includes help in accessing local services, health care, education and skills training, social care and learning English.

Support is being provided to help bring arriving Ukrainians together their compatriots in the city. There is also support for hosts providing accommodation for Ukrainians.

Councillor Rebecca Smith, Cabinet member for Homes and Communities, said: “Plymouth is giving a warm welcome to families and individuals fleeing the terrible conflict in Ukraine, many of whom will have experienced very traumatic events before arriving here.

“We are fortunate to be working with a number of voluntary and community sector organisations in Plymouth experienced at providing the full range of support that these families need.

“I would like to say a huge thank you to everyone involved in welcoming and supporting Ukrainians arriving here, from those providing them with a safe place to live in their homes and the team of professionals who are supporting them.

There’s lots more work to do but I think we can be proud that we are continuing our tradition in Plymouth of being a welcoming city.”

Councillor Chris Penberthy, who chairs the cross-party task force overseeing the Homes for Ukraine scheme, said: “It has been incredible to see so many partners come together to provide a comprehensive package of support to those fleeing the terrible conflict in Ukraine. There’s a wealth of experience and expertise in Plymouth in this area of work.

“Plymouth has a strong track record of welcoming those fleeing conflict and persecution in their home countries and it has been great to see this continue with so many people coming forward to offer their support.”

Anyone wanting to find out more, or to offer their help, should visit www. plymouth.gov.uk/ukraine for more information.

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SailGP will give big boost to Plymouth’s economy Plymouth’s economy is predicted to receive a multimillion-pound boost when the Great Britain Sail Grand Prix returns to the city in July.

Early bird tickets for the event, offering a 10 per cent discount on a variety of options, are on sale now for a limited period and can be purchased at SailGP.com/ GreatBritain.

The return of the Grand Prix to the South West coast and to the UK’s first National Marine Park for the second year in a row on July 30 and 31 is being delivered in partnership with Plymouth City Council and is expected to build on last year’s success which brought numerous benefits to the region.

A report by Deloitte into July 2021’s Season 2 Grand Prix revealed the event drew an estimated 27,000 spectators to the city and injected $9.5 million (£7.71 million) into the local economy - all of which contributed to it receiving a gold award for Tourism Event/Festival of the Year in the Devon Tourism Awards.

The numbers for this year’s Grand Prix are expected to exceed this as the Covid-19 restrictions which placed limits on the number of people that could travel to last year’s event from outside the Plymouth region are no longer in place.

The 2022 Grand Prix will also build on the community impact activities delivered through SailGP’s Inspire program which are designed to connect with young people in the area and showcase the importance of sustainability in sailing and how it can be a force for good. The Inspire program has engaged over 8,000 young people around the globe, well on its way to reaching its target of 10,000 young people by 2025.

As part of this in 2021, SailGP partnered with the Plymouth based

Huge crowds are expected at SailGP in July Photo Ricardo Pinto for SailGP

Ocean Conservation Trust to connect sport and conservation, with a programme of free engagement and educational opportunities, a mammal protection plan for the racing weekend and the restoration of seagrass meadows in Plymouth Sound National Marine Park.

A range of SailGP Inspire activities are planned for this July’s event, which will also see Plymouth City Council sign the league’s Climate Action Charter, committing to local impact projects that focus on clean energy impact and wider ocean conservation.

Andrew Thompson, chief financial

and commercial officer, SailGP said: “Having a positive impact is central to everything we do at SailGP and ensuring that our events deliver significant benefits to the people and places where they are held is a critically important part of our work and our mission.

“It is fantastic to see that last year’s Grand Prix had such a positive impact on the local economy in Plymouth and we are confident we can attract even more people to the city and deliver even greater benefits this year.

“Beyond our economic impact, SailGP is equally committed

to having a positive impact on the community and through our Inspire programme we will also be delivering a wide-range of activities to highlight the importance of sustainability and provide education and opportunities for young people in the area.”

Councillor Pat Patel, Cabinet Member for Customer Services, Culture, Leisure and Sport at Plymouth City Council, said: “We are thrilled to welcome SailGP back to Plymouth. It was one of the absolute highlights of summer 2021 and now that the limitations of the pandemic have eased, it’s set to have even more of a positive impact on our local economy, bringing huge benefits for our businesses and residents.

“There are so many synergies between SailGP and the work we’re doing in Plymouth, including developing the Plymouth Sound National Marine Park with the aim of protecting the natural environment and increasing engagement with the water. We’re looking forward to working closely together to maximise all of the opportunities that this year’s event will bring.”

Season 3 of SailGP officially started on May 14 in Bermuda and features an expanded calendar that spans 2022-23 and combines previous SailGP venues such as Plymouth, Saint-Tropez, Cádiz and San Francisco with new destinations including Chicago, Copenhagen, Dubai, Singapore and New Zealand.

One final venue is expected to be announced in the coming weeks, to make up an 11-event season.

Not only is the season busier but so is the race course, with two new teams added to the starting line in Canada and Switzerland. They join defending champions Australia, alongside Denmark, France, Great Britain, Japan, New Zealand, Spain and the United States in the Season 3 fleet.

...and community organisations will benefit from SailGP as well

Four community organisations in Plymouth will benefit from reductions in energy bills and lower carbon emissions thanks to a clean energy project between local charity, Plymouth Energy Community (PEC), Plymouth City Council and SailGP the fastest race on water which is returning to the city for the Great Britain Sail Grand Prix on July 30 and 31.

The project reflects PEC’s commitment to creating a fair, affordable zero carbon energy system and will see PEC donate more than 100 solar panels to community organisations from an old school building that is due to be demolished.

The organisations benefitting from this initiative were identified following a consultation process

by PEC with local community groups to establish their compatibility. The installation of the panels will be funded by a grant from SailGP, which has an ambition to be powered entirely by clean energy by 2025 and works with host venues and key stakeholders to promote clean energy initiatives and sustainable solutions in the places where its events take place.

It means 18 panels (4.5 kW) will be installed at Snapdragons, a newly established community interest company (CIC) which was set-up to bring communities together through nature.

20 panels (5 kW) will go to Nudge Community Builders, a CIC which aims to regenerate buildings in Stonehouse for the benefit of the local community.

65 panels (16.25 kW) will be installed at Plymstock Albion Oaks Rugby Club in Horsham, which runs men and women’s teams and delivers training sessions to children, starting from the age of two.

As part of the project, new panels (25 kW) will also be installed at Plymouth Argyle which, through the Argyle Community Trust, uses football and the reach of the club to inspire, engage and help people of all ages to achieve their full potential.

Alistair Macpherson, chief executive of PEC said: “Through our partnership with SailGP we have been able to help four community organisations to gain the benefits of clean green solar power, reducing their bills and saving carbon. Emissions are still rising, the impacts of the cost of living crisis and climate change are being felt, so we need to accelerate and scale up our response. Being able to generate clean energy is an opportunity that we have an obligation to our children to grab with both hands., this is a great example of local partners coming together to make that happen” Sail GP’s Sustainability and Impact project manager, Rosie Gosling said: “Having a positive impact in the community, supporting projects that

promote sustainability and showcasing that sailing can be a force for good is a critical part of our mission at SailGP. “Working with the PEC on this project is a great example of how we can combine resources and expertise to create sustainable solutions and deliver tangible, clean energy benefits to people and communities in the cities where our events take place.”

President of Plymstock Albion Oaks Rugby Club, John Dobson, said: “Our electricity bill is one of the club’s largest outlays and we had been looking for some time at ways we could reduce it, particularly in the current environment of soaring energy costs.

Thanks to the support from PEC and SailGP the club will be able to benefit it from this initiative which we plan to use to provide hot water for the showers.

It ought to significantly reduce our energy bills and free up money for us to invest in other areas of the club that will bring benefits to our members.”

Councillor Pat Patel, Cabinet Member for Customer Services, Leisure and Sport said: “We’re delighted to have supported this initiative to happen through Plymouth Energy Community and SailGP. As home to the UK’s first National Marine Park our ambition is for Plymouth to achieve carbon neutral status by 2030, and so initiatives like this which enable community groups to start generating their own solar power are a really positive step forward.”

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Silence is golden as youngsters raise £1000 for hospice charity

A group of youngsters - all members of the 27th Plymouth Beavers group – have raised £1000 for Children’s Hospice South West (CHSW) following a sponsored silence.

Eighteen boys and girls from the group, based at Shaugh Prior on the edge of Dartmoor, took part in the 20 minute sponsored silence supported by friends and family digging deep to offer generous sponsorship.

Jenny Dibben, leader for the 27th Plymouth Beavers said; “The Beaver Scouts were amazing, not only were they silent for 20 minutes but they raised far more money than we anticipated.

We chose to support CHSW after consulting with our families and finding out that one of the families makes use of CHSW’s services so it felt very fitting.”

The group were visited by CHSW fundraisers Amanda Masters and Annabel Roberts to give a short presentation

about the work of the charity and also to collect the donation.

Annabel Roberts, area fundraiser for CHSW said; “On behalf of all of the children and families we support I would like to thank you all for doing such a fantastic job at keeping so quiet! You have raised an incredible amount of money and we thank everyone who has sponsored you.”

CHSW supports children and young people with life-limiting and life-threatening conditions through its three children’s hospices including Little Harbour in St Austell. Little Harbour supports families from across Plymouth and Cornwall through day visits to, and resilience stays at, the hospice as well as home visits and virtual support.

Anyone who runs a community group and has a fundraising idea to help raise the £3 million a year needed to run Little Harbour, or would like a presentation given to the group about the work of the charity, please contact Annabel Roberts on Annabel.roberts@chsw.org.uk or call 01726 871 800.

27th Plymouth Beavers group hand over their £1000 donation to Amanda Masters (back row) and Annabel Roberts (front row) from Children’s Hospice South West

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Marjon students Zara Hocking and Debbie Dibello

Marjon students gain valuable experience at Dame Hannahs Marjon University students Zara Hocking and Debbie Dibello have spent four weeks at Dame Hannahs in Ivybridge.

They are both studying Speech and Language Therapy and enjoyed their work placements with the charity.

Both students are in their first year at Marjon having decided on a career change. Zara from Brixham was a primary school teacher for 18 years and Debbie from Totnes worked in hospitality for over 20 years.

Zara and Debbie said: “Coming to Dame Hannahs was a huge privilege and was a brilliant learning opportunity. We really enjoyed meeting the young adults. Everyone was so friendly and worked so well together.”

Dame Hannahs Speech and Language therapist, Baukje GregorySchroeder, said: “This was a great opportunity for us to share our specialist skills and passion for our profession. Supporting students through a placement is a valuable and important part of being a Speech and Language Therapist.

“We offer a highly specialised placement, including complex communication and dysphagia caseloads, which will give the students transferable skills to other professional settings whilst promoting the wonderful work we undertake at DameHannahs.”

Plymouth’s Slimming World members shed weight to raise pounds!

Slimming World members across Plymouth have taken part in a campaign to raise money for Cancer Research UK. The Big Slimming World Clothes Throw campaign returned bigger than ever, and members have been busy filling their donation bags. The Clothes Throw initiative raised funds by encouraging members to donate the clothes that they have slimmed out of to their local Cancer Research UK charity shops.

Slimming World members from groups in

Plympton, Plymstock, Woolwell, Crownhill, Compton and North Prospect all donated clothes to the cause.

Slimming World has supported Cancer Research UK since 2013 and has helped raise more than £15 million.

This year is no exception and Slimming World groups across Plymouth have donated over 1,400 bags which has the potential to raise nearly £50,000 for Cancer Research’s vital work.

Lauren Fidler, Slimming World team developer in Plymouth said: “I am so excited for us to be able to continue our support of Cancer Research UK. It’s a cause close to the heart of many of our members and consultants, I don’t think there’s many of us who haven’t been affected by cancer.

“We know how beneficial our fundraising can be. Talking with staff at the local Cancer Research UK shops I know that they are crying out for donations, so this collection couldn’t come at a better time!

“As our members continue to lose weight and shed inches, it’s a great opportunity to clear out those clothes they’ve shrunk out of, and what a wonderful feeling to know they’re converted into money for such a great charity! With gift aid each bag can be worth up to £35!”

“Losing weight and maintaining a healthy weight could prevent around 22,800 cases of cancer every year in the UK, and reduce the risk of 13 types of cancer, including breast, uterus, ovaries, and gall bladder.”

Lauren added: “I have been a Slimming World Consultant for three years now, and I love being able to help my members lose

weight, but also helping protect themselves from the risks that comes with cancer, and so much more!”

The Big Slimming World Clothes Throw 2022 gave members a chance to celebrate the difference that they’ve made to their health and the reduced risk of a range of health conditions including cancer, whether they’ve dropped one dress or waist size, or six.

“It’s wonderful how once again Slimming World members across Plymouth have taken this campaign by storm, so just a massive thank you to our members across the city, the Cancer Research staff and volunteers helping round up all the bags too,” said Lauren.

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At the time of writing the country has just marked the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee.

It really is a remarkable thing to mark the 70th anniversary of the reign of a monarch and it is incredibly rare in world history.

It will certainly prove a unique event in my lifetime given the ages of those who are next in line for the throne!

I know opinions on the monarchy vary dramatically but in my opinion Queen Elizabeth II has been an exemplary public figure and has served the country tremendously for all these years.

She has seen many prime ministers come and go, seen the country go through all manner of challenges and faced very public attention on some very challenging situations in her own family and private life.

Despite all the considerable benefits there are to being the monarch, I for one would not want the job. Having your whole life on display and your days timetabled for you without much if any ability to change them must be really difficult.

More so now than ever we value our personal freedoms and the ability to chop and change our career and our lifestyles as often as we want to. It is said that people in the UK will on average have six different job roles in their working life.

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work, faithful in our families, being a faithful Given that is an average, for many they friend or being faithful to our beliefs are all will change much more frequently than things to aspire to. this and many people recognise the value What I find most interesting about the of retiring from their work and enjoying a Queen is how she has been able to remain different pace of life in later years. so faithful to the calling on her life. She Whatever your view it is difficult not to has always been very open have admiration for anyone to having a Christian faith who has faithfully served which has enabled her to do the same role for seven her job well. decades.

In many Christmas Queen Elizabeth II wasn’t messages and at other times born to be Queen. It wasn’t she has shared that it is this likely that she would ever faith which keeps her going. become Queen and that Motivates her and gives her makes her story all the what she needs day after more remarkable. She was day. crowned at just 27 and prior Much has been made to that I’m sure she held of this over the years and dreams for her own life there are some really which she simply had to let interesting books out there go. that document this aspect The word faithful has of her life. One of the more been used a lot to describe Dave Simpson recent ones, created for the the Queen over the jubilee platinum jubilee, is ‘Our weekend and it is a fitting Faithful Queen’ which you term to use for the way in can find at www.hopetogether.org.uk. which she has carried herself through her The Queen has been honest over the reign. years that it is the person of Jesus Christ It is a term which I’m sure we’d all like to that she ultimately serves. In reading be described as when we get to the latter the accounts of His life in the Bible you stages of our lives. Being faithful in our

The community of Ernesettle is leading the NSPCC’s flagship Together for Childhood programme., Organisations across Plymouth are working with local residents to develop and test ways to best protect children. The Together for Childhood team provides the latest monthly update on its activity.

Dealing with the impact of abuse

Throughout our work we see first-hand how devastating it is for a whole family and community when a child discloses, they’ve suffered from abuse.

Knowing how to react as a parent, professional or carer can be difficult too but recently the Centre of expertise on child sexual abuse has produced a new guide that will help people be confident and supportive when concerns have been raised.

Initially, it’s easy to assume abuse only has an impact on the child but often it leaves family members or carers with feelings of shock, confusion and anger.

It is hugely important parents and carers are supported as research shows that one of the most significant factors in affecting the longer-term impacts of sexual abuse is the support the child receives from their main caregiver.

Not only that, it is also important because it helps families recover which in turn allows the best possible outcome for the child and Photo: NSPCC helps them understand what has happened to them.

In addition to the guide, which is available via www.csacentre.org. uk, the Centre have also created a video explaining the guide and its importance on Youtube.

At Together for Childhood, we believe it is crucial everyone feels confident in how to respond to a child when they disclose abuse and encourage people to explore the materials.

Please pop along to our sessions to talk with us about how you can best support your child after disclosure.

We would also like to learn from parents and carers with this experience, what could have helped you more so we can start to develop resources that would be useful.

To find out more about Together for Childhood, contact the NSPCC in Plymouth at Plymouth.Servicecentre@nspcc.org.uk or 01752 422577 or visit the NSPCC website.

Any adult concerned about the welfare of a child or young person can call the NSPCC helpline for free and confidential advice on 0808 800 5000 or visit nspcc.org.uk

see someone who served and loved those around Him and gave His time and, ultimately, His life for others.

If Jesus really does show humanity what God is like through His life, as he claimed, then it is a profound reality that God chooses to serve rather than be served.

I’ll close this article with the words of her majesty as taken from her 2016 Christmas message: “At Christmas, our attention is drawn to the birth of a baby some two thousand years ago. It was the humblest of beginnings, and his parents, Joseph and Mary, did not think they were important.

“Jesus Christ lived obscurely for most of his life, and never travelled far. He was maligned and rejected by many, though he had done no wrong. And yet, billions of people now follow his teaching and find in him the guiding light for their lives. I am one of them because Christ’s example helps me see the value of doing small things with great love, whoever does them and whatever they themselves believe.”

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Striking new sculpture is unveiled at Arts University Plymouth Statue unveiling: from left: The Lord Mayor’s Consort Alderman Chris Mavin, Vice Chancellor of Arts University Plymouth Professor Paul Fieldsend-Danks, Lord Mayor of Plymouth, Councillor Sue Dann, Kurt Jackson and his wife Caroline Jackson

A new sculpture by internationally renowned contemporary artist and sculptor has been unveiled in the grounds of Arts University Plymouth - formerly Plymouth College of Art.

The sculpture, named ‘The Plym Stone’ was unveiled by the Lord Mayor, Councillor Sue Dann, watched

by Kurt and Caroline Jackson and representatives from Arts University Plymouth.

Inspired by the geology of the immediate Plymouth area, the sculpture features locally sourced

limestone, granite and reclaimed glass.

The huge stone base is made from Devonian limestone, sourced from the Moorcroft quarry in Billacombe, cut and polished to size in a quarry in Cornwall. Based on the concept of putting natural forms on a pedestal, a granite river boulder from Ivybridge sits proud on the limestone adorned with plum-like fruits cast in bronze and glass reclaimed from Plymouth Gin bottles.

Jackson used the world-class facilities at Arts University Plymouth, collaborating with FabLab Plymouth

and FabLab manager and experienced designer Ben Mundy, to create elements featured on the sculpture.

Kurt Jackson said: “It’s been a privilege to work with Arts University Plymouth - a successful process that has culminated in the Plym Stone now sitting proudly in the midst of the new Arts Quarter of Plymouth.

It has been a satisfying experience accessing the excellent facilities, bearing witness to the buzz and vibrant creativity of the students in their workplace and collaborating with the enthusiastic staff.”

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Ground-breaking commission outlines actions to make Plymouth safer for women and girls Tackling the way that men and boys treat women and girls in Plymouth is at the heart of a ground-breaking report published today (27 May) by the UK’s first Violence Against Women and Girls Commission.

The multi-agency Commission established in January 2022 by Plymouth City Council following the tragic murder of Bobbi-Anne McLeod, gathered a wide range of evidence and expertise before making 15 key recommendations – supported by clear actions – to ensure that Plymouth drives a culture change that challenges male violence against women and girls, better supports women and girls who have been subjected to male violence and creates safe places and spaces for women and girls.

Amongst its recommendations, which have been published on https://www. plymouth.gov.uk/newsroom/plymouthnews/ violenceagainstwomenandgirls the Commission says Plymouth should: • Commit to being a city that does not tolerate sexist or misogynistic language and behaviour full stop. Support men and boys to be ‘active bystanders’ who feel confident to challenge inappropriate behaviour and language • Create a culture where it is safe to have open and honest conversations about sexism, misogyny and male violence and its impact on women and girls • Ensure that women and girls are empowered to speak out against harassment and supported to report violence and abuse • Ensure that women and girls who have been subjected to male violence get the support they need at the right time and place and only need to tell their story once.

The Commission was made up of experts (including specialists in domestic abuse, health improvement and child protection) and key city partners (including Devon and Cornwall Police, Plymouth University, Plymouth City Council, Westcountry Schools Trust, Plymouth Live, Plymouth Women in Business and Plymouth CityBus).

In addition, former Chief Crown Prosecutor for NW England, Nazir Afzal worked alongside the Commission as an independent advisor, bringing expertise from his 24-year career prosecuting the most high-profile cases in the country and advising on many others.

To ensure that the recommendations from the Commission result in real change, over the past five months members considered a vast amount of evidence from over 1,300 local people. Members also spent over 40 hours listening to feedback from 33 individuals or organisations, and reading dozens of written submissions from those who

work with victims.

They reviewed issues such as the role of men and boys, children and young people, places, spaces and culture, as well as innovation and best practice.

Now, the final report is published and the work begins to ensure that the recommendations are actioned across the city.

Councillor Rebecca Smith, Chair of the Violence Against Women and Girls Commission, said:“Whilst Plymouth has seen a number of horrific and high-profile crimes against women over the past twelve months – violence against women and girls happens on a daily basis. Be it in an email or text, verbally or sadly physically. We can’t stand by and do nothing. We must tackle male violence against women and girls at the root.

“I have been overwhelmed by the amount of evidence that was put forward to the Commission.

We heard from women who have been subject to harassment or abuse at work, on social media, in the street or at home.

“Our recommendations are not a quick fix. But they mark the start of a journey that says ‘enough is enough’.

“I would like to thank all those people who took the time to work with us during the past few

months. But, now the hard work really begins.

“Whilst I believe the recommendations are strong and robust – until they are implemented they are just words.

“I call on everyone in Plymouth to step up and to do their part. Join us to not only make Plymouth safer for women and girls, but also a place that feels safer.”

Nazir Afzal OBE, added: “Plymouth has had more than its fair share of violence against women and girls this past year and the terrible crimes are a reflection of the journey that all of us are on to eliminate these harms.

“The Commission is a bold and brave development, and its findings and recommendations are in many respects groundbreaking, but they are all evidence-based responses to the significant challenges that we face. At its heart is the understanding that we can’t just repeat the same mistakes and that we must address the causes and not just the consequences.

“Plymouth knows eliminating violence is everybody’s business and this report is the beginning of that journey.”

Councillor Sally Haydon, the Labour representative who sat on the Commission, said: “Given the overwhelming strength of the public feeling, it is imperative that people on the Commission, including myself, do all we can to ensure this report and recommendations will make a real difference to the safety of women and girls in our city.

“This is the time to show the women and girls of Plymouth that our leaders are listening and that things can – and they must – change.”

The recommendations focus on: • Driving the culture change needed to challenge male violence against women and girls • Better supporting women and girls who have been subjected to male violence and abuse • Creating safe places and spaces Ensuring the building blocks are in place to enable real change to happen.

To ensure that the recommendations are actioned, a Plymouth Violence Against Women and Girls strategic lead will be appointed for Plymouth and the Commission will establish a framework for monitoring and evaluating progress towards implementing the recommendations and assessing their impact.

Some members of the Commission will remain actively involved in providing advice and guidance on this issue, acting as ambassadors and critical friends.

The Plymouth Violence against Women and Girls Commission aims to share learning and findings from this process with other organisations locally, regionally and nationally.

know at times it can feel hard to make sense of a world where some people cause serious harm to others. When this happens, it can result in a widespread ripple of harm, the effects of which can leave us confused and feeling unsafe. For some it can also resurface feelings and fears from previous experiences of crime.

“At VS we understand the range of emotions crime can create, from anger to sadness. These in turn can have different effects on our behaviour and how we live our lives. Different people react to crime differently and there is no right or wrong way to feel. There is also no right time to need help; some need it straight away while others may not feel ready for support until weeks or months later. Either way, there is no time limit on accessing our support. We know it is not always easy to reach out and seek help.”

Within the Devon and Cornwall caseworker team, Emma and Rebecca are specifically dedicated to supporting people living in the Plymouth area, and on a daily basis help people to process thoughts and concerns and find ways to feel safer, cope and move forward.

There are a number of ways to get in touch: • Devon and Cornwall Helpline – 0300 303 0554 – 12pm to 6pm weekdays • National Supportline – 08 08 1689 111 – 24 hours, seven days a week Interpreters can be accessed if English is not the first language and are partnered with interpreting service SignLive, allowing deaf and hearing-impaired people to contact VS using British Sign Language (BSL) www.victimsupport.org.uk/accessibility/ contact-victim-support-using-british-sign-languagebsl/ Live chat – www.victimsupport.org.uk – 24 hours, seven days a week Online platform with guides on the impact of crime, both for you and to help someone else www.mysupportspace.org.uk

Commission chair Rebecca Smith

HELP AND SUPPORT FOR VICTIMS OF CRIME

Individuals and community groups in Plymouth have told Victim Support that some may be reluctant to seek support as they feel there are other, more deserving people in need.

Victim Support (VS) want to reach out and reassure the entire community that they are there for anyone who needs help around the impact of crime.

VS is an independent, national charity dedicated to supporting victims of crime and traumatic incidents in England and Wales. It provides specialist help to support people to cope and recover to the point where they feel they are back on track with their lives.

The local Devon and Cornwall service is open to anyone aged 18 who has been affected by any kind of crime directly or indirectly, regardless of whether it has been reported to the police or how long ago it happened. Support for under 18s is provided by its partners, The Zone and Young Devon.

A spokesperson for Victim Support said: “We

Jane Jones

GWR pair receive recognition in Queen’s Honours

Two Great Western Railway employees from Plymouth have been recognised in the Queen’s Birthday Honours list.

Jane Jones, head of public affairs, received an MBE while Charlotte Murray was awarded the British Empire Medal for her response to the pandemic.

Jane has nurtured and grown important relationships with local authorities, communities and stakeholders across the whole of the GWR network.

Years of dedicated service have proved invaluable to the GWR business and also to the Department for Transport, nurturing policy and community collaboration.

Jane said: “It is always nice to get a thank you, and this was such a wonderful surprise.

I am grateful to those who nominated me and really pleased to see the rail industry recognised for the role we play in connecting people and communities.”

As deputy head of Security & Resilience, Charlotte Murray kept track of the latest Covid-19 updates, amending GWR’s plans and procedures to ensure the business was ready to react to the latest developments.

With ever-changing advice and rules being sent out from Government, Charlotte ensured GWR was up-to-date with the latest guidance to ensure the safety of colleagues and customers.

Charlotte said: “I was astounded when I received the nomination letter. It took a while for it to sink in and really understand what it meant. You never think something like this would ever happen to you.

“I am incredibly humbled to be awarded the BEM. It is incredibly difficult to explain how amazing it is to be recognised in this way.”

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of Plymouth’s talented creatives The award-winning IGNITE Festival of Creativity will return for a fourth year to transform Plymouth city centre into a multi-venue showcase for the work of graduates from more than 30 degree programmes at Arts University Plymouth – formerly known as Plymouth College of Art – and the University of Plymouth.

Galleries, studios, pop-up shops, waterfront locations, and even a bank are set to play host to an array of inspirational artwork from the city of Plymouth’s creative graduates.

This year sees the addition of IGNITE Future Careers, a seven-week programme of recruitment and careers activities, live and online, presented for creative graduates and students by local, regional and national businesses. IGNITE Future Careers, which will also be open to the public and runs until July 15, acts as an immersive way for audiences to connect directly with employers.

Leading industry portrait photographer and Arts University Plymouth alumni Tom Oldham said: “IGNITE is an especially energised, and much needed, initiative. Connecting emerging creative talent with industry, developing employability skills, and promoting job opportunities as you leave education is paramount. I am excited to be contributing to this forward-thinking festival and enjoying some fresh and important graduate work.”

University of Plymouth Illustration graduate Tatum Croft added: “Without IGNITE I wouldn’t have the job I do now. I have just released a children’s picture book which all started by the author finding me on the IGNITE website.”

Local businesses and organisations have already lined up more than ten employment, training and internships for graduates, which will start both ahead of and during the festival.

They include opportunities with one of the country’s leading television production companies Twofour; award winning video and streaming experts Silverstream TV; digital media consultancy firm Eddystone Media; audio visual production company JHAV and visual design company Nick Jevons Designs.

They also span into more design-focused roles within construction and the built environment, thanks to partners from Building Plymouth, the Plymouth City Council-led partnership which connects local people with opportunities in this thriving sector.

Dozens more regional and national businesses including A Pickled Thought, Cox London, Avant Arte, Live Recruitment, theatre practitioner Kevin Johnson, and key industry figures including BAFTA-

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winning immersive media specialist Catherine Allen and leading production designer and longterm Ridley Scott collaborator Sonja Klaus are also arranging inspiring talks, workshops, and paid work opportunities to launch to students across the IGNITE Festival of Creativity.

Sue Kenderdine, head of talent at Twofour said: “Twofour is delighted to be part of the IGNITE Festival of Creativity 2022. Twofour is a proud regional company and is passionate about welcoming, and keeping, up-and-coming talent in the South West. Our offices in Devon and London are bursting with talent, and support initiatives that help future generations find pathways into creative businesses.”

Representatives from Barclays, Plymouth Citybus, Millfields Trust, Just Enough Brave, Altitude, The Samphire Club, Outset, Real Ideas and many more businesses and organisations have already met with graduating students from both universities thanks to a networking event held last month at The Box and featuring guest speakers including Hannah Harris, CEO of Plymouth Culture.

Peter Barker, head of the School of Design + Communication at Arts University Plymouth, said: “The IGNITE Festival, which has been running since 2019, has been a boost to graduate profile building and employability. Arts University Plymouth students have benefitted from the Ignite Futures talent promotion website, from exhibition and promotional opportunities around the city of Plymouth and from participation in businessfacing seminars and training sessions. This is a great opportunity to celebrate the value of our

creative graduates to the city and the incredible businesses across the region who employ them.”

Professor Chris Bennewith, dean of the Faculty of Arts, Humanities and Business at the University of Plymouth, added: “The IGNITE Festival of Creativity is an important moment to celebrate, and be inspired by, graduates from both institutions. It shows the strength of Plymouth as a creative hub and is the very heart of the iMayflower programme. This pipeline of creative talent has the possibility to not only fuel our creative industries locally, but to connect with other parts of our regional economy and drive innovation in business, tourism. healthcare and our marine sector. IGNITE provides an excellent opportunity for graduates to engage with business leaders and secure employment opportunities.”

The IGNITE Festival of Creativity, which comprises the IGNITE Futures digital platform, runs alongside Arts University Plymouth’s 2022 Summer Shows and the University of Plymouth’s Art, Design and Architecture Graduate Show. Together, they support the region’s ambition to grow its creative industries. On a national level, this sector is growing at four times the rate of the UK economy as a whole, and in 2019, contributed £115.9bn in Gross Value Added, which is greater than aerospace, automotive, life sciences and oil and gas sectors combined.

IGNITE is supported by Plymouth City Council as part of the iMayflower project, and by The Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport, who fund the Cultural Development Fund, administered by Arts Council England..

For festival and ticketing information go to www.ignitefutures.co.uk

Construction leaders meet for crucial conference Construction professionals and leaders from across Plymouth and the surrounding areas came together to discuss ways of overcoming the main challenges currently facing the industry in the South West.

The event was organised by Constructing Excellence South West, a member-led organisation designed to drive positive change in construction, and was chaired by Peter Everitt, senior preconstruction manager at Kier Construction.

Held at St Elizabeth’s House, Plympton, the event was sponsored by global business insurer Gallagher, and was well-attended by key members of the built environment community including architects, developers, contractors, local authorities and representatives from higher education. The evening had a jam-packed agenda as participants openly discussed their experiences of working in the industry, and shared their recommendations on how to combat the climate crisis, building safety and procurement on value.

Peter Everitt, vice chair of the Constructing Excellence Devon Club, said: “This event forms part of a wider programme being rolled out by

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Construction conference (from left) Andrew Carpenter CEO of Constructing Excellence South West, Cheryl Phillips managing director at Gallagher, Peter Everitt vice chair of Constructing Excellence Devon Club, Tanya Loosemore, chair of Constructing Excellence Devon Club and Ross Browne development director for Gallagher

Constructing Excellence South West. We had an incredible turnout and the discussions across the room were both interesting and incredibly thought provoking.

“It was fantastic to see so many of the key players working within construction give up

their free time to have an input into the various industry hot topics.

“As one of the largest contributors to the UK economy, construction plays a fundamental role so it’s important to look at what can be done to help the sector thrive – particularly after an unprecedented few years.

“By looking closely at what we can do as a region is a great starting point to see what works before rolling out new ideas and initiatives further afield. “Thank you to Constructing Excellence South West who enable us to hold events like this and to Gallagher for sponsoring the evening and for helping to make it a great success.”

Ross Browne, development director for Gallagher, added: “We know from speaking to our clients that the construction industry is facing fundamental pressures and change. “We’re pleased to be part of this event and support the built-environment community in Plymouth to work together in overcoming challenges and embracing new methods of construction and working. It was clear from the discussions that there is a real drive in Plymouth to work together on these issues.”

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Mammoth task for local schoolchildren Advertise to Construction professionals have set an imaginary mammoth challenge this summer for local primary schoolchildren to help design a new ‘Mammoth House’ to accommodate and reunite the well-loved Mildred the mammoth who is currently living in The Box, with her mammoth friend George who is coming to live in Plymouth.

Hosted at The Box and Arts University Plymouth, Mission Mammoth STEAMFest is designed to offer the children an exciting experience of hands-on science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics (STEAM) activities. This new week-long programme aims to inspire the future generation, raise the children’s aspirations and greatly improve their skills and passion for STEAM subjects.

Taking place from July 11 to 15, the children’s STEAM skills will be challenged through a variety of workshops and activities covering design, architecture, green skills and sustainability, engineering and surveying; all delivered and supported by industry experts from construction and the built environment, The Box and Arts University Plymouth.

After their exciting day at The Box, the children will then be supported back in the classroom by representatives from the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) who will assist the children in further developing their Mammoth House design ideas ahead of entering a competition to bring their creative ideas to life, followed by an awards ceremony after the summer holidays.

Emma Hewitt, skills lead at Plymouth City Council said: “Our Building Plymouth partnership is working together to inspire and raise awareness about the breadth of career opportunities in construction and the built environment. By delivering STEAMFest, we will be able to positively influence over 500 children about the wide range of jobs and skills needed across design, engineering, surveying, sustainability and management.

“As a city we have significant skills shortages, particularly in STEM sectors which account for nearly 60% of all jobs in Plymouth so it is critical that we engage positively with our children to increase their interest and take-up of

these subjects throughout their education journey. I extend a huge thanks to construction friends who have committed time and funding to help plan our activities and also for hosting our hands-on activity sessions across what will be a fantastic week.”

Adam Murray, Learning Officer at The Box said: We are really excited to host STEAMFEST this year. Throughout the week students from local schools will be able to explore their local heritage, enrich their STEM skills and enjoy an inspiring and fun day of activities. Learning is at the heart of our organisation and it’s a great opportunity for local students to engage with the collections here.

We’re really looking forward to this fantastic event!”

Dr Stephen Felmingham, Pro-ViceChancellor (Academic), Arts University Plymouth said: “We’re proud to have collaborated with Building Plymouth on this creative project and to be able to support children from across the city. The collaboration within this project between architectural and construction companies, artists and other organisations is an excellent example of STEAM in action and why it’s so important to ensure that students have opportunities to develop complementary skills in science, technology, engineering, art and mathematics.”

The organisation of Mission Mammoth STEAMFest has also presented student engagement opportunities through Arts University Plymouth including the cute mammoth illustration of Mildred and George.

Jack Viant, Lecturer BA (Hons) Illustration, Arts University Plymouth explained: “Our Illustration students were excited at the opportunity to work with Building Plymouth on a live brief, it was good industry practice for them and to have one of our 1st years’ artwork selected is something to be celebrated. As one of their tutors, I had the pleasure of seeing the early stages of their ideas generation and thought process.

“All submissions were excellent and the Illustration team are proud that our students are getting out there and putting their creative stamp on the world, amazing! We are also really lucky to have The Box right on our doorstep and are always happy to collaborate with an establishment that is built on creativity and discovery.”

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