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Contents 06/08 What’s On 10 Butlers Cafe Bridgnorth 12 Kashmir Cafe Review 26 Shropshire Weddings 28 3D Fat Freeze Competition 35 Defend Our NHS 36 Recipes 44 Lingerie Lovers 46 Homestyle Edit 49 Crossword & Sudoku 57 Making an Entrance 68 Nuts about Coconuts 80 Seat Ibiza Motoring Review THE HYPE MAGAZINE Stephan Callear Director Eileen Callear Editor, Design & Production Luke Smith Sales Manager Kerrie Vaughan Sales & Marketing Duncan Bennett Distribution Manager

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Happy New Year...

Welcome to the Bumper January & February edition of The Hype Magazine for TELFORD and the surrounding areas. We are very proud to bring you the best What’s On Guide, as well as lots of brilliant businesses and services in the area for the new year!

We take a look at who is going to be bringing the biggest live tours to Shropshire and the Midlands, plus the latest blockbuster movie releases at Cineworld. If you are looking for somewhere fab to eat over January & February, we have some fabulous RESTAURANT REVIEWS to help you choose, as well as great features on Fashion, Health & Wellbeing, Home and some tasty Recipes to try. @DEPublications

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PART-TIME ENROLMENT EVENING OSWESTRY CAMPUS - NORTH SHROPSHIRE COLLEGE 3RD – 4TH JANUARY 2018 Try something new this January!

Our part-time enrolment evening will allow students to enrol for courses starting in January. Staff will be available to discuss course options, fees, financial support available etc. Call 01691 688000 or email: info@nsc.ac.uk

PETER PAN Theatre on the Steps Bridgnorth 6th JANUARY 2018 2:00 pm, 7:00 pm to 27th JANUARY 2018 2:00 pm, 7:00 pm Pantomime at its best with Peter Pan brought to life by the Theatre on the Steps Company.

The everlasting classic account of the magical journey of Wendy, Michael and John Darling as they follow Peter Pan into Neverland, where children never grow old.

There they encounter the Lost Boys, Indians and Mermaids in adventure after adventure.

PERFORMANCE CAR SHOW NEC BIRMINGHAM 11 - 14 JAN 2018 Leading marques and manufacturers will be on display in the Performance Car Show. With iconic brands like Lamborghini, Ferrari, McLaren, Aston Martin and Porsche, the show is the ultimate destination for performance car aficionados. The event takes place alongside the principle pre-season motorsport event, Autosport International and features Car Clubs, Hand Built British Sports Cars as well as exhibits from leading industry tuners. Visitors can enjoy high octane precision driving displays, drift teams, stunt drivers and wheel-to-wheel racing in the UK’s largest indoor race circuit and take part in the high-speed action with Ginetta thrill rides xperiences and arrive-and-drive karting.

Visitors to the Performance Car Show get access to Autosport International THE PINK FLOYD SHOW Theatre on the Steps Bridgnorth

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16th FEBRUARY 2018 8:00 pm to 24th FEBRUARY 2018 8:00 pm Darkside returns to the Theatre on the Steps with the You’ve Got To Be Crazy tour.

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OPEN DAY TELFORD COLLEGE 17TH JANUARY 2018 Discover more at our open events and define your future with Telford College. Following the merger between TCAT and New College Telford we’re now the biggest and most popular place to study in the borough.

HOO FARM RE-OPENS FOR FEBRUARY HALF TERM 17TH FEBRUARY 2018 We kick off our new season with a fun pack half term and lambing season – with lambs being born every day! Visit our website: www.hoofarm.com or call: 01952 677917

STRICTLY COME DANCING ARENA BIRMINGHAM THE LIVE TOUR 2018 19 - 21 JAN 2018 TV judge Darcey Bussell, comedian Susan Calman and Double Paralympic Champion Jonnie Peacock will be waltzing into Birmingham in January next year for five supersized spectacular Strictly Come Dancing Live shows. The 2018 live shows will mark the first time that Darcey has appeared as a judge on the tour and she will join fellow judges Craig Revel Horwood and Bruno Tonioli.

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THE ARENACROSS TOUR 2018 GENTING ARENA BIRMINGHAM 20 JAN 2018 World Class Indoor Motocross Racing & Freestyle Motocross returns to the Genting Arena for the ultimate, dirtfilled night of craziness! AX throws together an intoxicating mix of worldclass indoor Motocross racing, high-flying Freestyle Motocross and a show to rival any music festival including lights, lasers, pyro and a pumping soundtrack. It doesn’t matter if you’re a life-long twowheeled super-fan, or this is your first AX visit – there are few better ways to banish those winter blues.

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TWILIGHT TASTERS WEEK TELFORD COLLEGE 22 – 25 JANUARY Come to a taster at Telford College Haybridge Road campus to try the courses you’re interested in. We have a full range on offer so you can come to more than one (only one per evening though).

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OSWESTRY CAREERS FAIR OSWESTRY CAMPUS – NORTH SHROPSHIRE COLLEGE 31ST JANUARY 2018 2-6PM North Shropshire College is hosting a Careers Event from Monday 29th January to 2nd February 2018. As part of this event we will also be hosting a Careers Fair at our Oswestry Campus on Wednesday 31st January 2018 from 2-6pm. Call 01939 262187 or email info@nsc.ac.uk

WALFORD CAREERS FAIR WALFORD CAMPUS – NORTH SHROPSHIRE COLLEGE 1ST FEBRUARY 2018 North Shropshire College is hosting a Careers Event from Monday 29th January to 2nd February 2018. As part of this event we will also be hosting a Careers Fair at our Walford Campus on Wednesday 31st January 2018 from 2-6pm in the Stable Block. Call 01939 262187 or email info@nsc.ac.uk

OSWESTRY CAMPUS OPEN DAY OSWESTRY CAMPUS – NORTH SHROPSHIRE COLLEGE 7TH FEBRUARY 2018 Come along to NSC's Oswestry Campus Open Evening. Meet our tutors, tour the campus, visit the Campus' specialist classrooms for instructing Plumbing, Bricklaying, Electrical Installation, Hospitality and Catering, Interactive Media and Hair and Beauty Courses. Call 01691 688000 or email: admissions@nsc.ac.uk DEAR ZOO THEATRE SEVERN SHREWSBURY 8TH-9TH FEBRUARY 2018 DEAR ZOO is the timeless, bestselling children’s book by Rod Campbell - much loved by several generations of young children…

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SHROPSHIRE KIDSFEST TELFORD INTERNATIONAL CENTRE SATURDAY 24TH FEBRUARY, 10:00AM - UNTIL SUNDAY 25TH FEBRUARY, 5:00PM We're bringing our Kids Fest to Telford! We're celebrating our first year in Telford in style, with a huge party that's fun filled with so much to get stuck into!

THE X FACTOR LIVE TOUR 2018 GENTING ARENA BIRMINGHAM 25 FEB 2018 Cue dramatic music! The X Factor Live Tour is returning for 2018 and for the first time ever the power is in Birmingham's hands as the audience become the judges and choose their own winner, each and every show! The X Factor digital host, Becca Dudley, heads on the road with the contestants to present the tour competition.

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If you ever find yourself in Bridgnorth and in need of a hearty breakfast, it may be worth your while to head off the high street and take a stroll down the far end of Whitburn Street. Just past Sainsbury’s is a quite unassuming little cafe with a grey door. Butlers, famous for its unicorn milkshakes and great locally sourced coffee, blink and you’ll miss it. Butlers are dog friendly, they offer a wide range of gluten, dairy free and vegan options, plus they make all their own cakes and have fabulous an outdoor seating area.

One clear and frosty December morning I was lucky enough to find myself in the vicinity with a colleague, so thought we may as well give it a try. As I pushed open the door I was greeted by the aroma of freshly ground coffee along with the comforting hum of voices and clatter of coffee cups. The interior offered up a mix of recycled timber and a Welsh dresser adorned with a mismatch of quaint teapots. Thick cut rashers of home cured bacon sizzled on the griddle reminding me how hungry I was.

There was quite a selection of drinks to choose from; speciality teas and coffees, to single estate chocolate melts and fresh milkshakes. As I felt it was a little cold for milkshakes a decided to try a latte whereas my colleague Luke plumped for a rich and creamy hot chocolate melt. I must say I found my coffee to have a deliciously bold, fresh ground taste but was beautifully smooth with it. All in all the drinks were a welcome treat on such a cold morning while we patiently waited for our breakfast to arrive. The staff bustled round chatting to customers and keeping things running smoothly. The atmosphere was friendly and

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homely. On a table across the room a grandparent shared a milkshake with a youngster over a game of snakes and ladders. Just one of the many board games available for customers to enjoy. A businessman sat in the corner tapped away industriously on his laptop taking advantage of the free superfast broadband.

I had chosen a vegan breakfast partly due to curiosity and my colleague a sausage, egg and hash brown muffin with cheese. They both came well presented and piping hot.

The sausage and egg muffin was very good; the sausage was perfectly cooked and tastier than any run of the mill supermarket sausage could ever hope to be. My vegan option was a pleasant surprise, very tasty and just as satisfying as a regular breakfast. The bacon and sausages are supplied fresh from the family

butchers based in Willenhall, which is run by Emma’s brother and has been in the family for over 105 years!

We may have missed out on milkshakes due to frosty weather but the cakes were another matter altogether. We had a Chocolate Nutella and Ferrero Rocher Brownie and a Caramel sponge cake – sharing them both as we couldn’t choose who would get which. The caramel cake was soft and crumbly with creamy frosting – lovely, but the brownie was on a whole new level – moist and gooey, it literally melted in your mouth – out of this world!

All said and done Butler’s seems to have something for everyone from fresh ice cream shakes and fabulous homemade cakes to hearty breakfasts and tasty toasties. Emphasis is on quality and taste, nothing is too much trouble even if its not on the menu.

Emma is always there to help and advise on any dietary requirements you may have and recently graduated from Worcester University with a first class degree in human nutrition. A great place for all the family to enjoy.

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“The Ultimate Indian Food Destination”

With snow on its way, what better way to get warmed up then visiting a local fusion Indian restaurant Kashmir Café, situated conveniently at the bottom of madeley high street.My colleague Luke and I were excited to try this well talked about Indian. On arrival the building was brightly lit and inviting, we were greeted with a warm welcome by Naveed and team, this 46 seat restaurant, really did not disappoint. Walking into the the main reception it felt very festive with a beautiful tree, decor, lovely music an gorgeous aroma of food in the air.

Kashmir Café is a family run fusion Indian restaurant. The Restaurant is in The Former Royal Oak pub, a grade II listed building in the heart of Madeley high street. Opened in 2010, Kashmir café has built a reputation for some of the finest dishes in Shropshire, coupled with fantastic service, warmth and friendliness. All the food is freshly prepared using the finest ingredients with little or no artificial

colouring making their dishes a pleasurable and healthy experience. They offer an exceptional dining in experience as well as a delivey and collection service.

We were seated at a lovely table set ready for our dining experience with complimentary bottled water. You can even bring your own alcohol here, so we bought along a bottle of Shiraz to accompany our meal. The restaurant was filling up very fast with hungry diners escaping the cold. This restaurant is extremely family orientated and deemed to have very many regular locals dining.

We opted for popadoms and dip to eat whilst we gazed over the extensive mouthwatering menu. The dips were mango chutney, onion salad and a special handmade dip that was infused with chilli and ginger. A fantastic combination to warm your insides. Our choice was made, so many delectable

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delights to choose from ranging from traditional Indian dishes such as Balti to chefs special signature dishes. Luke opted for Chicken Chat Purée to start (Spicy and tangy chicken with chefs special spices, served with fried bread). Myself - Sizzling King Prawns Lightly spiced,fried then cooked in a sweet and sour sauce).It wasn’t long before our starters arrived. Luke’s chicken was tender and juicy the combination of the crunchiness with the fried bread,and salad was gorgeous. My prawns were light, tasty and the sauce was a fantastic mixture of sweet and sour flavours. Fantastic food and service so far.

Onto the mains. Luke Opted for Garlic chilli chicken (A popular dish prepared with garlic, green chilli, green pepper and chefs special spicy sauce. Medium hot dish). It had to be a Sag lamb for myself. (A beautiful combination of spinach, garlic and spices absolutely delicious medium/hot). Whilst

waiting for our mains to arrive, we glanced around at all the happy diners enjoying a Thursday evening treat.

The phone was busy and lots of people were ordering and collecting Takeaways, Kashmir Café is a popular restaurant in this area. Naveed arrived at our table with polishing hot plates ready for our mains to come out, a lovely touch and fantastic table service. The mains were sublime Luke’s garlic chilli chicken was amazing infused flavours cooked tender chicken chat served with keema rice a naan. Compliments to the chef.

My lamb sag was divine, the lamb simply melted in my mouth, the spinach complimented the dish perfectly and served with garlic fried rice it was delicious. We will defiantly be returning to Mr Naseems hidden gem in Madeley.

As we chatted to a lovely couple, regular diners here at Kashmir Café, they couldn’t praise the restaurant, food and service enough. They visit weekly and have high praise for Mr Naseem and team.

We were served a traditional pudding called Kheer, served in a pretty glass this almond and pistachio assemble topped with desiccated coconut was a delight. Kashmir Café caters for any occasion and has ample parking too. Well done to Mr Naseem and team, Kashmir

café most certainly do pride themselves with a high standard of foods and service, lovely food, friendly attentive staff and a lovely restaurant. Highly recommended by The Hype team. I am already considering a return visit.

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new innovative campaign enabling those who feel vulnerable in pubs and clubs to discreetly approach staff and get help is being launched in the City of Wolverhampton.

Ask for Angela - is the initiative, which will be operating at a number of pubs and clubs in the city centre, aims to reduce sexual violence and vulnerability by providing customers with a phrase they can use if they find themselves in an unsafe situation.

It encourages people to go to the bar and "Ask for Angela", which will alert staff to their cry for help and mean they can take action to defuse the situation.

They will take the individual to one side or to a safer location away from the person causing the problem so that they can speak in confidence to staff about the situation and any help they may need. Staff are encouraged to take action as appropriate, perhaps calling a taxi for the individual, contacting their

friends or family or requesting that the person causing the distress - either through their actions, words or behaviour - leaves the venue.

Twelve pubs in Wolverhampton have already signed up for the scheme, launched by the City of Wolverhampton Council, West Midlands Police and Wolverhampton Pubwatch, including the Plough and Harrow, Lych Gate Tavern, Chicago Rock Cafe, Wheatsheaf, Old Still, Yates, Hogshead, Slaters, Bohemian, Grain Store, Dog and Doublet and The Royal London.

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Councillor Paul Sweet, the City of Wolverhampton Council's Cabinet Member for Public Health and Wellbeing, said: "We want people to have a great time and feel safe and comfortable when they are out and about in our City's pubs and clubs, and this is a simple yet effective scheme which empowers them to seek help if they are feeling at all vulnerable by raising their concerns with staff.

"People might find themselves in the company of someone who is not who they seemed, and may will want to get away from them safely and without any fuss. By going to the bar and asking for 'Angela', staff will be able to make sure this happens and help prevent the situation from becoming more serious.

"I would like to thank the pubs and clubs which are already part of the Ask for Angela scheme, and would encourage others to sign up so that people who find themselves in unsafe situations know they can get help in the event they need it.

"It is particularly appropriate that we are launching Ask for Angela during the Orange Wolverhampton campaign in support of the United Nations' 16 days of activism to end violence against women and girls, as this is an excellent tool to help tackle gender-based violence."

Donna Boden, General Manager at Yates Wolverhampton and Chair of Wolverhampton Pubwatch, said: "Ask for Angela is a great idea which will support young females who are feeling vulnerable. It's great to see so many local businesses and networks coming together to a support such a fantastic scheme."

Wolverhampton is only the third area in the country to offer the service, which was originally devised by Lincolnshire County Council.

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On the face of it it’s not the most romantic proposition - until you realise it’s an invitation to Pondicherry Restaurant in Ironbridge.

Of course, you will find all your old favourites on the menu - but there are plenty of new dishes to discover, too.

Influences from all four corners of the vast Indian subcontinent have helped to create a menu that appeals to every palate: Inspired by the best street food in the world, Pondicherry’s dishes range from delicately spiced to aromatic and full-flavoured - and because each dish is freshly prepared you can have it cooked precisely to your liking.

Pondicherry opened in the Old Police Station in Ironbridge some ten years ago and has won a well-deserved reputation for consistently delivering stylish, contemporary Indian Cuisine in a unique setting.

Even the wine list will surprise and delight: Dare to be a little different and order the Santa Digna Gewurztraminer Reserve from Chile - it may be a bit of a mouthful to pronounce and not quite what you would normally order, but it goes fantastically well with Indian food.

At Pondicherry the food may take centre stage, but they deliver every aspect of the dining experience with equal aplomb: The service is friendly and relaxed - and the surroundings

are simply stunning. You enter what was once the Constables Office (it’s now a stylish bar and lounge area).

Upstairs the main restaurant is in what was once the courtroom - the Royal coat of arms is still proudly displayed above the door, while downstairs you’ll find the cells.

There are three cells in all, still with their sturdy oak studded doors, and each has been stylishly converted to offer what is probably the most unique private dining experience in Shropshire.

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The Local Grapevine..

Telford gets ready to celebrate 50 fabulous years!

Telford’s official birthday is 29 November 2018, but the celebrations will span the whole of 2018. n 29 November 2018 Telford will reach its 50th birthday, marking the date of the Designation of the New Town, a significant milestone in the on-going development of our town and is a fantastic opportunity for communities to come together to celebrate.

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Telford is an ever evolving and developing town in the West Midlands which continues to make its mark as a place of innovation, invention and technology harking back to its industrial heritage and significant history.

Telford has drive, ambition and energy and we want to highlight and celebrate the town’s exceptional momentum and our exciting future as a great place to live, work in or to visit.

The anniversary gives an opportunity to celebrate Telford’s heritage, many achievements and its exciting future as a developing and growing town, named after the famous civil engineer Thomas Telford, Telford is often called the “birthplace of industry” due to places in the borough such as the Ironbridge Gorge that are internationally recognised for their key role in the industrial revolution. Ironbridge Gorge is also a scenic tourist destination and part of UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Although there is much to celebrate from Telfords extensive history and heritage, in telling the story of the 50 years of Telford there is so much more about Telford to discover. Find out more about the special

Picture: Telford & Wrekin Council. Nearly 5,000 votes were received and the winning logo was unveiled at the popular Carnival of Giants event in Telford Town Park.

places, green spaces, lovely people and exciting events by visiting the Discover Telford website.

Telford is a place that is constantly changing – and is proud to be the fastest growing town in the West Midlands and is now seeing a significant investment and regeneration that will further put the Borough on the map.

Boosting High Streets

Another £700,000 is due to be set aside

by Telford & Wrekin Council to invest in six local town centre high streets.

Following detailed surveys of high streets across the borough, this new funding will focus on empty retail premises and poor property condition in the six high streets of Wellington, Ironbridge, Dawley, Newport, Oakengates and Madeley.

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People across Telford & Wrekin encouraged to use local Stop Smoking service.

Telford is a great place to live and the exciting year of celebrations that is planned will bring thousands of people together and show the pride in this fantastic community.

Terrific Telford Interesting Facts...

Telford is simply a happy place to live in!

We have been listed in top ten UK happiest places to live (Rightmove survey, 2014) and since then, we’re working very hard to make Telford an even better place to live in and visit.

To kick-start your stop smoking journey contact Healthy Lifestyles by emailing healthylifestyles@telford.gov.uk or call them on 01952 382582. They’ll be able to put you in touch with your relevant Stop Smoking Service.

New Health Suite...

Telford & Wrekin open the newly refurbished Health Suite at Wellington Civic & Leisure Centre.

The Health Suite will have a new, larger spa pool, sauna and steam room. The new facilities will give members access to a variety of high standard fitness and relaxation opportunities at Wellington, including the swimming pool and café and will be open January 2018.

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WHATS’S ON... at The Theatre On The Steps in 2018!

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SATURDAY 6TH JANUARY 2018 2:00 PM, 7:00 PM TO SATURDAY 27TH JANUARY 2018 2:00 PM, 7:00 PM

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FRIDAY 16TH FEBRUARY 2018 8:00 PM TO SATURDAY 24TH FEBRUARY 2018 8:00 PM

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Event Hire Edit_Double Page Editorial 06/12/2017 16:42 Page 1

Based in Shropshire, Event Hire Company has won a reputation for excellence when it comes to hiring furniture to clients for a plethora of special events. No matter what the occasion you’re catering for, this experienced hire company can take care of all your furniture needs. So whether you’re staging a large corporate function, a milestone party, a seasonal ball, or just a small, private, birthday bash, you need look no further. With a decade of experience under its belt, no job is too big, or too small. It stocks a wide range of high quality tables, in different sizes, as well as comfortable chairs in a choice of styles.

From traditional and vintage, to contemporary options, staff will work alongside you to ensure that your venue is complemented by your furniture as well as your theme.

With a list of repeat clients, you can be assured of satisfaction with on time delivery, set up, and removal, with the Event Hire Company.

If you’re planning to entertain guests with a spot of dancing, or simply want to add another element to your celebration, then Event Hire Company isn’t just about tables and chairs.

It also stocks a selection of high quality, stylish dance floors and an assortment of props. So whatever event you’re planning, why not let Event Hire Company help you to make it an even more memorable occasion.

Looking to add a bit of pizzazz to your celebration? Then how about shedding some extra light on the situation?

Event Hire Company stocks large, striking LED letters, including an illuminating LOVE sign, which will certainly garner attention from your guests. It also has a selection

of props including Post Box and Easels that can add yet another element to your event, as well as helping to section off areas if needed.

Call us on 07701 082114 or email: peter@showsystemsmarquees.co.uk

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A Free Session At Shropshire 3d Fat Freeze!

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This is a natural phenomenon ultrasonic sound wave they heavily disrupt the Adipocytes cells and then breaks down the membrane of the fat cell; the remaining content is then disposed of through the lymphatic drainage system and the liver.

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CHAMPAGNE & ROSES Here at Champagne & Roses, in Madeley, we pride ourselves on knowing and understanding what is important to you, and this is reflected in our extensive range of styles and sizes 6-34.

With Wedding gowns from major international designers and prices starting from £350, your dream day can be a reality!

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The Local Grapevine..

Shropshire Moms and Babies at Risk - Shropshire Defend Our NHS

‘They’re Playing Games with the Lives of Women and Babies’...

“

ow dare they?

They’re playing games with the lives of women and babies” - That was the response from health campaigner Gill George following a recent meeting where Shropshire CCG bosses announced the destruction of rural maternity care.

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The plan from CCG decision makers is that the Midwife-Led Units in Bridgnorth, Oswestry and Ludlow will be closed to births forever. Instead, they will be turned into jolly ‘community hubs’ – which offer - for 12 hours a day - the support that used to be available 24/7 at every Midwife-Led Maternity Unit. Now, for those rural communities, there will be a choice between home births (not suitable for every mother), or travelling the long journey to Shrewsbury or Telford. Gill George

added, ‘It was quite bizarre. They kept insisting tonight, “This is what women want” and “This is what women asked for”. We heard this from Commissioning Lead Fiona Ellis and from an independent advisor called Fay Baillie as well.

What nonsense. They have been told by hundreds and hundreds of women in our rural communities to keep births and postnatal care in our local areas, and to keep our MidwifeLed Units open. Maybe they just forgot to write it down because it wasn’t what they wanted to hear.’

In an angry meeting, members of the public were told that women in rural communities will have a choice – between home birth and travelling to Shrewsbury or Telford. Asked about ‘rural proofing’ and making sure the needs of rural communities are met, Fiona Ellis looked bewildered and was unable to answer. Questions on the risks to some women and babies of home births weren’t answered.

Members of the public asked about the risks of travelling long distances in

labour – and we were told midwives will ask the right questions and make a judgement call. That’s all right then!

We were told that the ‘Northwick Park model’ says there are enough beds after the closure of the rural Maternity beds – even though the lived experience of women and midwives is that the pressure on beds is relentless and has contributed very directly to unacceptable levels of risk. Bridgnorth councillor and campaigner Dr Julia Buckley, present at the meeting, said, ‘They’re ignoring the evidence that a shortage of beds has led to adverse outcomes for babies – and they’re just carrying on and cutting beds. That has to be unacceptable.

There are some important economic arguments here too. This is another strand in the destruction of our rural market towns, as young families will be far less likely to move to these areas.’

Maternity campaigners added their own voices to the growing chorus of protest. Ally Hiles, leader of the Ludlow Maternity campaign, said ‘We now know of FOUR babies born in Ludlow without midwife support, two in the last few weeks. One of those four babies was mine. What makes them think it’s acceptable that my life and my child’s life were put at risk? What makes them think they can do this to other women?

We’re not going to let this decision stand.’ Bobbie Brown, Coordinator of the Bridgnorth campaign said, ‘This outcome goes against everything they’ve been pretending – about listening to women, not levelling down to the lowest common denominator, treating us with respect. They’re devious – and they’re completely contemptuous of Mums, babies and our safety. No way.’ And Liz Grayston, Coordinator of the Oswestry Maternity campaign, summed up the mood of rural communities well: ‘They have yet to get it through consultation - in front of the women they have apparently 'listened' to. Last time in Oswestry, 11 years ago, the crowd of us was so large and angry that we just couldn’t be ignored. It’s time for repeats, across our county. They have a fight on their hands’.

For further information, please contact Gill George on 07900 411 769 or gill@gillgeorge.net

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LETS COOK.

Clean Recipes...

Ingredients 140g Courgettes (grated) 3 Eggs 85g Broccoli florets (finely chopped) 1 Small Pack of Dill (roughly chopped) 3 tbsp gluten-free flour 2 tbsp sunflower oil - for frying

Clean Eating Recipes

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Clean Eating DISHES FOR New Year

Healthy Green Fritters A healthy breakfast option that will keep you feeling satisfied until lunch time. With eggs, green vegetables, such as broccoli and courgettes, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a quick and easy way to start the day right.

Method

Eggs Baked in Avocado Ingredients 2 Eggs 1 Avocado, Halved And Pitted 2 Teaspoons Chopped Fresh Chives Fresh Parsley Salt And Freshly Ground Black Pepper To Taste Optional Extra - Chopped, Crispy Bacon.

Method 1. Preheat oven to 220C 2. Crack the eggs into a cup or bowl, being careful to keep the yolks intact.

3. Arrange avocado halves in a baking dish, resting them along the edge to prevent them from tipping over. Gently spoon 1 egg yolk into the avocado hole. Continue spooning egg white into the hole until full. Do the same with the remaining avocado half. Season each filled avocado with chives, parsley, sea salt and pepper.

4. Pop the baking dish gently into the preheated oven and bake for about 15 mins, until eggs are cooked.

Garnish with chives and chopped bacon (if you are having it) and serve.

1. Squeeze the grated courgettes to remove any excess moisture, or tip onto a clean tea towel and twist it to squeeze out any excess moisture.

2. Beat the eggs together in a bowl, tip in the broccoli, courgette and some of the dill, and mix together well.

Sprinkle in the flour, mix again and season.

3. Heat the oil in a non-stick frying pan. Put a laddle full of the mixture in the pan at a time, you should be able to fit around 3 fritters at a time, depending on the size of your pan.

Cook for 3-4 mins on a medium heat until golden brown on one side, by then it should be solid enough for you to flip over, and cook again for 3-4 mins on the other side. Repeat to make 3 more fritters (you probably wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t need any more oil). Garnish with some dill and serve.

Clean Eating Recipes

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Paloma Faith.

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The Architect covers everything from Motherhood to Politics...

Paloma said: “‘The Architect’ is a social observation record. I was adamant that I wouldn’t write about love. I wanted to look outside of myself. I’m coming at politics from the perspective of the common man or woman, observing why people are suffering. Each song on the record is about a different pocket of the socio-political world that I’ve been delving into.”

She added: “I wanted to write something more modern. On previous albums I’ve been more concerned with the past, but now I’m looking forward because of motherhood and wanting to change things for a better future. It’s a marriage of old and new.”

Paloma Faith – one of only two British female artists this decade to have their last three albums go double platinum in the UK – released her long-awaited fourth album, ‘The Architect’, in November.

The new album – her first in more than three years and since giving birth to her first child – features an array of acclaimed cowriters, producers and collaborators including: Sia, John Legend, Jesse Shatkin, TMS, Starsmith, Tobias Jesso Jr., Eg White, Rag'n'Bone Man, actor Samuel L. Jackson and journalist and activist Owen Jones.

Paloma, who won the BRIT Award for British Female Solo Artist in 2015 following the phenomenal success of her last record, 2014’s ‘A Perfect Contradiction’, explores both personal and political themes on the album.

Whilst the music is classic Paloma – with sweeping orchestral tracks, smooth soul, sleek disco grooves and stomping electro pop all featured on the album – the lyrics raise social and political questions, and cover powerful and topical themes, such as motherhood, social anxiety, wealth inequality, technology’s impact on feelings

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of alienation…. oh and also the future of the Western world, Donald Trump, Brexit and the refugee crisis – all within the confines of classic pop.

Title track ‘The Architect’ features - if you can imagine it – Paloma as Mother Nature, singing to humanity, while ‘Guilty’ reflects on the Brexit vote from the perspective of a Leave voter who regrets their choice. Lead single ‘Crybaby’ ponders whether war would cease to exist if men successfully dealt with their emotions, and ‘Lost and Lonely’ is sung from the viewpoint of a skeleton!

The album also includes the track ‘Warrior’ written by Sia, which Paloma interprets to be about the refugee crisis, a duet with John Legend, ‘I’ll Be Gentle’, and two spoken word interludes – album opener ‘Evolution’ which is performed by acclaimed actor Samuel L. Jackson and ‘Politics of Hope’ which is a political commentary by Owen Jones. String arrangements on ‘The Architect’, ‘Warrior’ and ‘I’ll Be Gentle’ were written by David Arnold, the celebrated film and TV composer best known for his work on James Bond and Sherlock.

Paloma released the video for the first single, ‘Crybaby’ - the dystopian video, directed by Thomas James and was shot in Ukraine, with opening footage of IVF, a newborn baby and a young girl, before a man addresses a group of uniformed young people, including the girl, in a human factory. He gives a speech about qualities such as emotion, empathy and feeling, which he says are “for the weak, for those we leave behind, for those that we remove from the crop.” The rest of video features Paloma as one of the people in the institution as she encounters the brutal training of the people imprisoned.

‘The Architect’ follows the huge success of Paloma’s last album, ‘A Perfect Contradiction’, which spent 29 weeks in the Top 10 Albums Chart, 66 weeks in the Top 40, and 100 weeks in the Top 200. The epic lead single from the record, ‘Only Love Can Hurt Like This’, is Paloma’s biggest-selling to date, with over half a million copies sold and 55 million streams on Spotify.

Paloma will embark on a UK arena tour this year, entertaining huge crowds across the UK and Ireland playing shows at venues including the Genting Arena in Birmingham.

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I’m coming at politics from the perspective of the common man or woman, observing why people are suffering.

UK ARENA TOUR 21 March 2018, Genting Arena

Tickets for the Genting Arena date are on general sale from 9am 29 September 2017 from www.theticketfactory.com or by calling 0844 33 88 222 *Calls cost 7p per minute plus your phone company's access charge. Tickets priced at £40.45 / £51.75 / £112.77(VIP) (includes admin fees and 90p facility fee) + £2.55 fulfilment fee per order.

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New Look Red Lingerie Set BRA £12.99/ BRIEFS £5.99

New Look Bright Blue Lingerie Set BRA £12.99/BRIEFS £5.99

LingerieLover

Love is in the air…

Let’s face it, we can all relate to Bridget Jones and her ‘big knickers’ but sexy lingerie is a must for Valentine’s Day, and luckily for us all there are some amazing sets available on the high street. A guaranteed way to turn up the heat in the bedroom is treating yourself, or your partner to some stunning lingerie.

With lots of options available to suit everyone from the most body confident of us, to the more shy and retiring - it shouldn’t be too much of a struggle to find something both daring and flattering from stores such as Marks & Spencer, Boux Avenue or even Ann Summers, who have not only a great range of sexy sultry undies but also offer higher coverage underwear for the less body confident amongst us.

Corsets and chemises are great if you worry about your dreaded stomach area, or if you want to emphasize your bust area, a keyhole neckline is a great option. New Look have some really pretty sets too with delicate lace and balcony bras, with seductive cut outs and sexy strappy detailing that are very reasonably priced so you won’t have to break the bank.

Lovehoney Moonlight Wine Satin & Lace Plunge Basque Set £39.99

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ingerie shopping is tough at the best of times, so what lingerie suits your body shape?

Apples: Try bodysuits with deep Vnecks or knickers that are V-cut.

Pears: Bandeau bras are great as they help widen your upper body and even out your shape.

Hourglass: Suspender belts are great as they emphasize your small waist and add sexiness.

Banana: Longline bras and bralettes are brilliant as they help fill out your shape.

Check out Sparkling Strrawberry for more tips on picking the right lingerie items for your shape.

BRA £14.99 BRIEFS £5.99 From New Look

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T

ime to get 2018 started with this stylish wall clock from Cuckooland.com.

Make a real statement and treat yourself to this Large Wall Clock in Grey - no more excuses for running late anymore!With its modern and sleek design, this oversized clock will look stunning in your kitchen, lounge or hallway. It is available in a choice of 3 colours, either black and copper, black and brass or grey, all of which are really eye-catching and totally on trend with current interior styles.

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Grey powder coated steel border Grey dial Black hands Specification: Width: 60cm Depth: 60cm Height: 5cm Requires 1xAA batteries (not included) Also available Copper and Brass

Mirror, Mirror on the wall...

The Bandit Round Wall Mirror from Zuiver truly is a stunner and is sure to be a statement piece! This snazzy mirror will work perfectly in the hallway, bedroom or bathroom and ideal for checking your hair as you rush out the door. Totally on trend with current interior styles, the metallic finish will add a contemporary element whilst also bringing a hint of luxury. Whats more the coloured glass will add a lovely glow to you and your surroundings. Available in both Copper and Gold we understand you may have trouble deciding which colour to get! Features and Benefits: Brass plated steel border Brass coloured mirror glass Specification: Width: 60cm Depth: 5cm Height: 60cm Good to know: Also SZuiver Bandit Wall Mirror in Gold £139.00 at Cuckooland.com available in Copper from Cuckooland.com

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Homestyle Cosy up...

Start the New Year off with a luxurious bedroom makeover, with plush fabrics, scatter pillows and lamps in chic silver tones, with added splashes of subtle pinks; like this bedroom by Julien Macdonald at Debenhams. The mirrored chest of drawers brings a modern twist to this classic look, adding extra depth to the room creating an opulent and stylish look.

STAR BY JULIEN MACDONALD - AVAILABLE AT DEBENHAMS LAMP £120, CHEST £550, BED FRAME £550, PILLOWCASES (PAIR) £26, DUVET COVER £52, CUSHION £26, RUNNER £65, DEBENHAMS RUG £180, FOOTSTOOL £750

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Book Worms...

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A successful travel journalist, Bridget has ambitions to turn her quirky relationship blog about the missing pieces of her heart into a book. But after a spate of rejections from publishers, she accepts an alternative proposition...

Nicole Dupré died leaving behind a bestselling novel and an incomplete sequel. Tasked with finishing the book, Bridget is thankful to have her foot in the publishing door, even if it means relocating to Cornwall for the summer and answering to Nicole's grieving husband, Charlie. But as she gets to know the family Nicole left behind, and the woman behind the words, Bridget’s priorities begin to change...

I’m a little late to the party when it comes to reading books by the ever-fabulous Paige Toon. I read ‘The One We Fell in Love with’ on my summer holiday to Majorca last year and while I thought it was okay, I wasn’t overly impressed so didn’t bother to read anymore.

However, in the last couple of weeks, I’ve read more and more of her books, so when I saw her latest read ‘The Last Piece of my Heart’ was on offer in my local store, I couldn’t resist.

Bridget is so much fun! The protagonist of the book, she is happily settled with her boyfriend Elliot who lives in Australia and writes a relationship blog which she desperately wants to turn into a novel. So, she sets about travelling around the world to ask her ex-boyfriends for a piece of her heart back.

Georgina Jefimik The Last Piece of my Heart - by Paige Toon

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Author: Paige Toon Series: Standalone Genre: Contemporary, Romance, Release Date: May 18th 2017 Publisher: Simon & Schuster UK

Her publisher has another offer though: to travel to Cornwall and become a ghost-writer to finish the sequel to Nicole Duprés bestselling book after she sadly died. Queue a trip to Cornwall where Bridget meets Charlie, a grieving husband and his daughter April.

I really enjoyed reading about Cornwall, it’s a place I’ve never been but always wanted to go and after reading this book, it has moved to the top of my places to visit.

I also loved seeing how Bridget’s relationship developed with Charlie and April. It wasn’t rushed, and although there was a spark from the beginning, it developed slowly which suited the pace of the book in general. To be honest though, I couldn’t wait for Charlie and Bridget to finally get together. After every page, I was willing Charlie to just finally kiss her!

This book is a journey of self-discovery for Bridget. Her whole life centres around her past and trying to piece together her heart so she can finish her blog and get it published. The moment she realises that her blog isn’t the most important thing and what is, is right in front of her, I was overcome with the same emotions she was feeling. She is strong, and brave and I was rooting for her through the whole of the book as she risked everything for what truly matters.

I couldn’t put this book down and read it within 24 hours and I know others will find it hard not to do the same.

This book is perfect for anyone who loves a happy ending. From the very first moment I met Bridget, I knew she would always have a piece of my heart. I couldn’t not give this book 5/5 stars and I am so excited to see what Paige has in store for us next.

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Dermatology Treatments and Acupuncture

Massage Treatments Full body massage available, as well as a Professional mobile massage service; All equipment provided including mobile table beds .

Medical Pedicure Unlike nail salons, we are trained to examine and treat foot and nail disorders. We cover a range of disorders including: Ingrown toenails, Cracked heels, Wart and verruca removal, Nail fungi and Diabetic foot care.

We would like to say a big thank you and a happy new year from all of us at a touch of Sicily .

Can we just say from the start a very big thank you to all our new coustomers who have been with us over our first 12 months - thank you!

For those who don't know us, let us introduce ourselves a touch of Sicily is the brain child of Sicilian born Gaetana who can offer a range of treatments for your mind and body and with a Sicilian touch whether you have medical foot care problems to a to a girly night pamper.

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Microsystem Acupuncture Microsystem acupunture is a form of acupunture in which we only insert very fine needles in points across your brow and ear rather than the whole body. Treating a range of symtoms such as: Back ache, Neck ache, Headaches, Nausea and vomitting and Quitting smoking.

IPL and SHR Treatments IPL stands for intense pulse light system, which is used for various skin treatments including; Permanent hair removal, Treating acne scars, Skin rejuvination and Tattoo removal.

Special Offers OAP Medical Pedicure and Massage £25 Duration 35-40mins Available Tuesday - Friday at the discounted price. Further discounts are available for OAP residential group bookings. Please call for more information.

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The Local Grapevine..

Families can be first to play at new LEGOLAND® Discovery Centre Birmingham

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amilies are set to gain exclusive access to Birmingham’s new indoor LEGO® playground before it opens to the public.

LEGOLAND Discovery Centre Birmingham will officially open its doors in summer 2018 but the new limited-edition First to Play annual pass will put families first in line for the £7 million attraction at the city’s Arena Birmingham.

The hot new annual pass, an ideal Christmas gift for families, is now available for first visits when it opens next Summer.

It will grant unlimited access for 12 months to the 58,900 sq ft centre, which will allow children to experience the LEGO universe in giant proportions over two floors with rides, model play areas, interactive features and three million of the iconic bricks.

Amy Langham, General Manager of LEGOLAND Discovery Centre Birmingham, said: “We cannot wait to welcome children and their families to LEGOLAND Discovery Centre Birmingham. The release of the First to Play pass is another milestone as we prepare to open next year and will give great value for families. However, those interested need to be quick off the mark as there’s only a limited amount of the passes available.

“Our Master Builders are hard at work behind the scenes preparing our fantastic play areas and rides and we are looking forward to our First to Play visitors getting to experience it for themselves, before anyone else.”

With ten LEGO play zones, two themed rides including Kingdom Quest and Merlin’s Apprentice, a Build and Test area and a 4D cinema with capacity for 100 people, children aged between three and ten years old will be able to enjoy up to three hours of interactive fun by jumping in the world’s biggest box of LEGO bricks. Younger visitors will get to enjoy the Duplo Farm.

The new facility will also include a LEGO shop and will house a MINILAND which, with the help of a public vote, will showcase iconic LEGO versions of well-known Birmingham buildings.

The £45 annual passes will be available to purchase via the LEGOLAND Discovery Centre Birmingham website, https://birmingham.legolanddiscoverycentr e.co.uk/buy-a-pass/

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UNDER NEW OWNERSHIP AHOY MATEY .. WELCOME TO PIRATE PIT Fun and exercise in a safe and secure environment for babies, children and parents. our large pirate ship play frame offers hours of entertainment with slides, ball pools, swinging balls, biff bash, crows net and much much more.. with a dedicated under 3s area.

Hot and cold food and drinks are available all day, with free parking and free entry for adults, come along, sit back and watch and join in with your children having fun.

MONDAY - FRIDAY (TERM TIME ONLY) unlimited play adults FREE under 1s FREE All day £3.00 1+years meal deal £6.00 (entrance, adult hot drink, unlimited squash, hot or cold child's meal)

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THE UK’S NEWEST INDOOR ADVENTURE PARK! Airea51 Trampoline Arena has had an amazing few months since opening.

They offer so much more than just trampolines, it’s a whole adventure land. Offering 54 interconnected trampoline beds, cardio wall, walk the wall, Ninja Assault course, bouldering wall, park our, dodge ball court, basket ball, toddler area, foam pits, jump tower and so much more. The kids just love it!

Every Monday to Friday at 10.30 Airea51 hold preschool classes. So much fun to be had in one of their unique classes, Budding Ballerina, Dinky Disco Dancers, & Alien Crafty Arts, to name a few. Where you’re child will gain confidence, make friends, develop life skills and shine like the star that they are!

It is a great place for mums to meet, for ONLY £8.00 you can get a toddler class, a Tiny Twister Session (on the trampolines), a free tea or coffee, squash and toast! A happy toddler makes a happy mummy. Wow…What a deal!

Our Café 51 do a wide variety of home made treats as well as mouth watering meals. This has a large viewing gallery so you can watch your child bounce while you sit back and relax with a cuppa. This also has a free soft play for under

AIREA 51 5s, a kiddies corner and free wifi. You don’t have to be a jumper to pop in. Everyone’s welcome.

So let your child be the talk of the playground! With 5 party rooms we have a party package to suit all ages. Whether it’s our bespoke toddler, our bronze, silver or gold, or our disco bounce package. With your very own specialized party host, you can sit back and let Airea51 run your whole event. Book a party throughout the month of January and get a FREE UPGRADE to the next package! We are also the perfect venue for team building events, stag and Hen Do’s and corporate hire.

Booking now for ‘Flicksters’ and freestyle gymnastics class.

Flicks, Tricks and Kicks! Our top coach Reece Lyndsey will have your little ones bouncing around like little ninjas in no time.

From fitness classes, to club51, the fun never stops at the only Trampoline Park in Telford Airea51. Check out our website www.airea51.co.uk for more information and times of our classes.

The Team at Airea51 looks forward to seeing you here for a bounce very soon.

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The Motoring Review_Double Page Editorial 12/11/2017 5:02 PM Page 1

The Motoring Review..

THE SEAT IBIZA...

By Sue Cooke

FACTS AT A GLANCE

Model: SEAT Ibiza 5 door FR Price: £16,630otr

Engine: 1 litre TSi 115 PS 6 speed manual Performance: 0-62mph in 9.3 seconds and on to a top speed of 121 mph CO2 emissions: 108g/km Combined fuel consumption: 60.1mpg listen to the radio using her technology but tell her to shut up when the annoying adverts intervene!

The Ibiza received five stars; the highest number possible; in the EuroNCAP crash tests, performing particularly well in passenger protection and in the efficiency of its driver assist systems, especially the emergency brake’s Front Assist system.

hate driving in these darker nights which will be with us until March and IAM RoadSmart says shorter daylight hours, mainly between 3pm and 7pm bring more incidents involving pedestrians and asks us as drivers to be more aware.

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In a perfect world the dimly lit roads, particularly country lanes, would be lit up like daylight, pedestrians would wear hi-vis jackets and they would never have to cross a road. I can’t claim to have found perfection but driving the new SEAT Ibiza this week, I came pretty close to it. The fifth-generation supermini has the brightest headlamps I’ve ever experienced, which splayed a beam wide enough to light up both sides of the road and was very near to driving in daylight.

SEAT says the new Ibiza stands out for including the most advanced technology in terms of safety, driver assist systems and connectivity. Headlamps use LEDs, new to this class of car, which offer much higher quality lighting while at the same time,

saving energy, resulting in improved fuel economy. Marvellous and I actually began to enjoy any evening trips instead of trying to avoid them.

Launched in 1984 for the first time, the Ibiza has been around the longest in the history of the Spanish manufacturer and is its topselling model. It’s easy to understand why.

I had a week of busy but very easy driving.

The new SEAT Ibiza is only available as a five-door option and the exterior styling is a lot more grown up, fresh and young but mature and balanced. It is built on a new platform so has a longer wheelbase which means more space inside. Leg room has increased and my passenger and I had a decent amount of courtesy room between our shoulders. The boot is bigger too with a total capacity of 355 litres, making it best in class.

As the demand for voice-controlled assistants is increasing among drivers, SEAT will introduce ‘Alexa’ to the new Ibiza, from this year (2018). Already available in the SEAT Ateca and Leon, the technology will be introduced to the new Arona which will be launched this year. My favourite thing about the Alexa system I use at home is that I can

There is a selection of frugal engines to choose from, both petrol and diesel but my favourite is the 1 litre 3-cylinder TSi with 115PS, which along with a turbo compressor, intercooler and direct injection, provides a wealth of power, just when you need it.

Overtaking, getting onto a roundabout, no problem.

The new SEAT Ibiza has a lot going for it.

The supermini has grown up, has lots of interior space with genuine room for four, offers frugal but powerful engines, is keenly priced and has fantastic technology, particularly when driving in the dark!

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Severn Edge Edit_Double Page Editorial 04/12/2017 16:18 Page 1

By Dr Frithjof Praetsch BSc MRCVS

6 Top Tips for New Pet Owners

Did you know that on average a medium-sized dog may cost over £20,000 to care for over the course of its life? Food, vaccinations, insurance and vet bills can soon add up.

Fortunately, there are several ways you can minimize and spread that cost.

Tip 1: Get insurance as soon as possible Purchase a policy early in your pet's life - pre-existing conditions are usually not covered. Consider lifetime insurance, especially if you are concerned about chronic or recurring illness.

Tip 2: Get them vaccinated All dogs, cats and rabbits need to be vaccinated to protect them against common ailments. Dogs and cats also need worm treatment, as worms can cause a blockage of the gastro-intestinal tract, especially in puppies, and represent a health risk to humans, especially young children. Cats in particular require flea treatment, not only because they themselves suffer if they've got fleas, but also because this can lead to some very unpleasant problems for their owners. Think flea bites and having to spray your entire house.

Tip 3: Make sure they’re microchipped Microchipping makes it extremely easy to identify a pet if they are lost and from the 6th of April 2016, all dogs in the UK must be microchipped and registered to an approved database by the time they are 8 weeks old. Ask your vet if they offer puppy or kitten packages as they can often include the basics at a significant discount.

Tip 4: Get them neutered Having your pet neutered is another important way to prevent serious health problems, especially in female dogs. Of particular significance is a potentially life-threatening bacterial infection of the uterus called Pyometra, which vets have to deal with very frequently. Older entire male dogs often struggle to pass faeces because of prostate problems which could have been prevented by castration. Often neutered dogs are much more easily trained.

In cats, the main reason for neutering is the prevention of increasing numbers of unwanted kittens.

Tip 5: Give them a good diet It is vital that pets are not fed scraps of human food, because this will almost invariably lead to obesity and dental problems. Every day, vets also treat patients because of diarrhoea and vomiting due to dietary indiscretion. One fatty meal, for example roast pork, could be enough to give your dog a very serious bout of pancreatitis, requiring it to be hospitalised.

Tip 6: Don’t reward inappropriate behaviour Finally, try not to reward inappropriate behaviour. It will make your life a lot easier in the future. As a classic example of how inappropriate behaviour can be reinforced, think of the owner who, after his or her dog has just tried to bite the vet, pets the dog and, in a well-intentioned attempt to calm it down, praises it “Good dog!” It happens all the time!

Remember - each pet is different and there is an element of learning whether it is your first or tenth. Always contact your vet if you have any concerns – they’re here to help!

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