Island Magazines November 2020 Bembridge & St Helens Area

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He’s small but he is mighty…

I had no trouble thinking of this month’s front cover. All I had to do was look out my window for inspiration as I have been befriended by a little robin who lives in the hawthorn at the bottom of the garden. I decided to name him and to be honest I decided to keep it simple and he is now known as Mr Robin… he is here all day, every day and has been for the last 5 weeks or so. Most mornings you can hear his high pitched singing and some particular mornings if he has got out of bed on the wrong side (which happens to us all) he can be very vocal and almost aggressive in his tune. This also happens if I have been a bit slack and not filled the feeders to the standard he likes.

The hawthorn bush is home to at least 20+ little sparrows and a blackbird but it is clear to see that Mr Robin is the leader and has no trouble keeping everyone in line.

The robin is officially Britain’s national bird and they have been associated with Christmas as postmen in Victorian Britain were nicknamed “robins” because of their red-breasted coloured uniforms. So, the robin on the Christmas card came to represent the postman who delivered the card.

Robins are known to have spiritual and symbolic meanings and signifies loved ones are still with us after they pass away, bringing us a sign from heaven, encouraging us to move forward with acceptance and determination. Above all, the robin red breast symbolises passion, a new beginning, and re-birth. Therefore, if the bird flies into your life you will be blessed with happiness and joy.

I take a lot of pleasure from feeding the birds, and this small task means so much to them as the winter weather can have a severe impact on them and they can use up to 10% of their body weight during one cold night, and unless able to feed well every day to replenish its reserves, a prolonged cold spell can be fatal. Once they know food is available, they will be back time and time again.

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Welcome to the November issue.

The clocks have gone back an hour and that extra time in bed was gratefully received. Autumn is in full swing and Winter is just around the corner. There has been a definite drop in the temperature but there have still been some lovely sunny days. For me it’s the simple things in life like still getting the washing dry outside!

This month’s issue is packed with news, information and a range of interesting article which I hope you will all enjoy reading. As usual we have some great advertisers offering a range of services.

Our puzzles on pages 6 and 7 will keep you busy and if you see yourself as a budding writer there is a great competition being run by Sight for Wight and you can find more details on the back cover.

It’s been a very difficult year for everyone, and many local businesses have been and still are struggling, so please use their services whenever you can.

I hope you enjoy this issue and please let any business owners know about us and how they can advertise and promote themselves in this monthly community magazine.

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News Report from Cllr Michael Murwill - Member for Brading, St Helens and Bembridge. T: 07754 463040 E: michael.murwill@iow.gov.uk Councillor Michael Murwill @cllrmurwill Remembrance Day - Like so many events since the Covid-19 pandemic, Remembrance Day is going to be very different this year. It is still vital that we remember those men and women across the world who have protected our freedom.

As Edmond Burke said, “The only thing necessary for the triumph of evil is for good men to do nothing.” The British Legion will not be able to raise so much via street collections this year and are encouraging people to purchase a poppy online (www.britishlegion.org.uk).

Hopefully in 2021 the Covid-19 restrictions will allow more people to be involved in the beach and street litter picks. I will advertise future dates once agreed, or you can find them via Facebook at “Bembridge Beach Clean and Litter Picks”.

Isle of Wight Council (IWC) tips change of colour to kerbside general waste bags With the positive move forward of having the waste recycling centres back to accepting kerbside general waste, from Bembridge Beach Clean and Litter Picks - November this waste taken to the centres needs to be in clear or white sacks, instead The last successful Bembridge beach of black ones. It is important that any clean of the season has taken place. It is hazardous waste (batteries, household good to see local people helping to keep chemicals etc.) are not included in the the beaches and streets clear of litter. It is general waste, as amazing to see they can cause what people fires at the new throw away recycling plant in that endangers Forest Road. people and animals Much of (broken the kerbside bottles, general waste barbecues, is recyclable sharp rusty and the Island tins). For me residents have it brings back been excellent memories of and this, along when I was with the opening growing up of the Forest and the village Road centre, has community helped the Island took pride in to become one of the top local authorities ensuring that litter was collected and those in the country. who dropped it were made to feel guilty and were told not to.

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News Report from Cllr Michael Murwill

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I hope that you continue to keep safe and healthy.

Should you need help, please telephone the IWC Coronavirus helpline 01983 823 600 or, for the latest advice, please visit the IWC Coronavirus website: www.iow.gov.uk/news/ Council-ramps-upreminders-for-Covid-19 Island residents can also access mental health support and advice online at www.iwmentalhealth.co.uk The coronavirus testing centre for the Island is based at Newclose County Cricket Ground, Blackwater Road, Blackwater, PO30 3BE by appointment only.

Meetings To ensure safety, meetings continue to be held virtually via Microsoft Teams.

Agendas for forthcoming meetings will be available for public viewing 5 working days before the meeting.

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St Helens Parish Council

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Chairman’s Report 2019-2020 Following the production of the Village Plan in 2017 and review in 2019, it is timely to reflect on the progress of the plan:

invest in a renovation, including Baby Changing Facilities, and a range of other improvements, such as information board, outside tap, and dog-minding facility; and working with the Sports Association, and 1. Community Safety – The Parish Council local stakeholders, have highlighted the have secured grant funding for the need to resolve the situation regarding Emergency Planning Team, whilst they Station Road Public Toilets, currently are a separate body to the Parish Council, awaiting a Defra decision. recognise the work they have done; the Parish have worked with the Police and 5. Heritage and Environment – The Parish other statutory agencies on issues of local have secured funding to maintain the public safety, and this includes the recent, old Church Green, and funded larger and ongoing, Covid-19 pandemic; the rubbish bins, which now include recycling Parish have contributed to Local Health capacity; on-going work with the Local initiatives, and secured funding for an Authority on the management of the additional defibrillator located at the village green has included provision of Duver; and we have supported local sports a meadow, a post limiting access, and groups and healthy lifestyle projects. proposals for other protection; funding for annual events have been maintained and 2. Older People – We have promoted work added to; and funding for a heritage and with Age UK and the Good Neighbours local history project secured. scheme, promoted specific healthy lifestyle projects, and signposted key services, The Parish also secured funding to including the Covid-19 support network. renovate the village map, and have worked with Community Payback to repaint all 3. Younger People – The Parish have of the Benches in the Village, including undertaken several projects with the local the shelter on the Green, and further work school, including Heritage Project, WW1 with the Community Centre.

Centenary Project, Sports Projects, a youth project on the community centre, 6. Housing – The Parish has made and a project with the local sailing club. significant contributions to the Local Authority’s Planning Policy, and have met 4. Infrastructure – The Council secured with officers to ensure the voice of local funding for a Parking Strategy and worked residents is heard in the new strategy; a with the IW Council on the issues raised; special public meeting was held on a the Parish acquired the Public Toilets at major housing development; and regular the Duver and secured funding to meetings with the local ward and IWC 8

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8. Resources – The Parish has not increased the precept for several years, and continued to work within budget, securing grants and sponsorship, which has enabled the parish to win Seaside and Environmental Awards; as well as additional investment in beach cleaning and working with partners on beach cleaning initiatives; and are working with a local Town Council on additional capacity during the Covid-19 pandemic.

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BEMBRIDGE PARISH COUNCIL 5 Foreland Road, Bembridge, Isle of Wight, PO35 5XN Tel: 01983 874160

Email: clerk@bembridgepc.org.uk

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Following the hard work of Cllr Sheila Weedall, Cllr Marianne Sullivan, Cllr Margaret Donlon and the Parish Lengthsmen, the Andrew Swallow Memorial and garden at Steyne Park has been given a much-needed makeover. The Councillors cleared the garden and tidied up the planting. The Parish Lengthsmen restored the memorial plaque and built a new plinth using stones saved from the War Memorial refurbishment.

The memorial and garden were unveiled to Andrew Swallow’s brother Peter and his wife Dee on Wednesday 7th October with Cllr Weedall and Cllr Sullivan present, along with a couple of Bembridge residents.

The flooring has been renewed and some new chairs and 2 foldable tables have been purchased. The room is ready to hire. For more information contact the Parish Office.

Village Hall Roof Project Works are due to start soon renewing the Village Hall Roof, with scaffolding being erected on 12th October. The public toilet will remain open during the works and we will do our best to keep any disruption of the High Street to a minimum.

Dragons Den & Community Awards Both the Dragons Den and Community Awards will go ahead this year and forms need to be returned by Friday 20th November. Information and application forms available from the Parish Office and website, community.

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