Barnsley Life – Free Newspaper – Issue 9 – Apr/May 2022

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FREE PAPER - Apr May 2022 - Issue 9

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Catching up with The Hospice

Fun for all at Magna

The ‘Three Peaks Challenge’ and other news from Barnsley Hospice P4

Just down the M1, it’s a great day out for kids and adults alike P16

Italian restaurant review

Solar panels revisited

Great food and a warm Italian welcome at Mezzaluna - read our review P5

We have a look at the latest solar panels and if they can slash energy bills? P26

Oakwell’s North Stand renamed after club legend Barry Murphy Barnsley Football Club has renamed the North Stand in tribute to former player and Club record appearance holder, Barry Murphy.

The North Stand will now be known as the Barry Murphy Stand after being unveiled ahead of our Sky Bet Championship clash with Reading on Saturday 2 April 2022.

After arriving at Oakwell 1962, the iconic full-back went onto make 569 appearances in a 16-year career, representing only the Reds during that time.

He has also made the most consecutive appearances and was the first Barnsley player to be brought on as a substitute in October 1965.

Inducted into the Club’s inaugural Hall of Fame in 2018, Murphy was part of the Reds side that won promotion from the Fourth Division in 1968.

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El-Ahmad said: “As we recognise our Alumni on this special day, it is fitting that we pay tribute to arguably our most legendary player – a man who has represented this great Club more than anyone else, and who continues to remain such

an important part of the matchday experience here at Oakwell.

“There are many incredible individuals who we could have acknowledged with this kind of recognition, but I am sure everyone will agree that Barry Murphy is

fully deserving of this honour.

“He is quite possibly the most positive, upbeat person I have met during my time at Barnsley and his legacy here is indelible. The renaming of the Barry Murphy Stand ensures it will live on

forever.”

Over the coming months, season ticket holders will be given the opportunity to vote on a new name for the South Stand. Details of how to vote and the initial nominees will follow in due course.

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Barnsley Hospice is based in Gawber on Church Street, S75 2RL. It has been providing compassionate, specialist care for people in Barnsley with progressive, life-limiting illnesses, and their families, since 1994.

For more information about Barnsley Hospice go to www.barnsleyhospice.org or contact us on 01226 244244 or email enquries@barnsley-hospice.org

Relaxation and conversation support introduced Two new programmes to help people with life-limiting illnesses relax and share mutual support have been launched by the hospice.

The Orangery, which opened in January this year, has added two new group programmes to its suite of support services provided by qualified wellbeing therapists Providing specialist care and support to patients living with progressive health conditions which cannot be cured, The Orangery aims to help patients live their lives as well as possible as their illness progresses.

It helps patients cope with symptoms such as breathlessness, fatigue, sleep problems and anxiety at any stage of their palliative care journey.

CHAT is a six-session social programme which will help people living with life-limiting illnesses come together and have an informal chat for mutual support.

REST is a six-session relaxation programme which will help participants develop self-help techniques to reduce stress and tension as their illness progresses.

These programmes have been added to The Orangery’s existing complementary therapy services and COPE programme.

Access to The Orangery’s services is by referral-only, so Barnsley people are asked to talk to their GP if interested in being referred to The Orangery.

Diane Gledhill-Cragg, complementary therapy and wellbeing lead said: “We are

pleased to launch our CHAT and REST programmes at The Orangery.

Learning how to relax and sharing your experiences with like-minded people can really help to cope with the challenges of living with a

progressive illness.”

The Orangery is a safe and tranquil space within Barnsley Hospice which opens on to its own sensory garden and has facilities for refreshments, and free parking.

(ABOVE) The Orangery’s team (l-r) Diane GledhillCragg, Chris Black and Dawn Jenkinson

Get fit and fundraise Would you like to run the Great North Run for Barnsley Hospice?

The charity has several places available for the popular 13-mile on September 11th, but they are filling up fast.

To sign up, you’ll have to pay a deposit of £25 to secure your place and pledge to raise £350 sponsorship for the hospice.

Taking part in the famous Great North Run is a great opportunity to get fit and raise funds for Barnsley Hospice.

The half-marathon begins in the centre of Newcastle and ends at South Shields.

Visit to hospice website or call 01226 244244 to find out more.

‘THREE PEAKS’ IS A HOSPICE FIRST Barnsley Hospice is organising its first ever Yorkshire Three Peaks challenge event.

Walking enthusiasts are invited to join a group of fellow hospice supporters to climb the three largest mountains in Yorkshire and raise vital funds for Barnsley Hospice.

The guided event will take place on Saturday September 17th, starting at 6am.

Whilst many have walked the three peaks off their own bat for the

hospice, this will be the first time a group event has been organised to help spur each other along and achieve the challenge together.

The Yorkshire 3 Peaks challenge involves taking on Pen-y-Ghent, Whernside and Ingleborough in under 12 hours – a trek which covers 24 miles and includes 1,585 metres of ascent.

If interested, please visit the hospice website events’ page or call 01226 244244.

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BARNSLEY Life restaurant review

This issue we visited Mezzaluna, an amazing Italian that’s great for families I have been going to Mezzaluna for many years having always been a fan of the restaurant, however, I do honestly feel that it is better now than it has ever been. The serene colours of greys and blues and comfy seating along with friendly staff and excellent food make it an ideal destination for an evening out. I think that’s one of it’s charms actually, that it is a place great for any evening, any occasion; family tea out, couples dinner, family and friends celebrations… Mezzaluna is good for everything!

Since the refurb over a year ago now there is a lovely range of tables and seating including large round marble tables with grey leather bucket seats or rectangular tables flanked by benches of the same grey. It’s all a very inviting and comfortable way to spend a pleasant couple of hours eating and drinking. So let’s talk about the eating. The menu is quite typically Italian with tempting antipasti such as, homemade meatballs (£7.95), deep fired mozzarella (£7.95), fishcakes with sweet chilli sauce (£8.95) or my favourite – homemade chicken liver pate (£7.95).

However, before the starters every table is given bread and balsamic vinegar for dipping – but not just any bread – small pillowy soft, homemade rolls. Beautiful! The main courses are a mix of pizzas, pasta, chicken, meats and seafood. Our friend always has the calzone (£11.95) and he says it is superior to others he has tried! I usually have a chicken dish because they come with a variety of cream or tomato sauces. My favourite is the chicken salute (£15.95) which is chicken breast served in a sauce of peppers, king prawns, brandy and pesto cream. I always choose the chips alongside because they are homemade and absolutely delicious – and yes, I love nothing more than dunking a few chips in the creamy sauce! (All mains do come with a choice of salad, chips or vegetables). On the last few visits the children have gone for the steaks; sirloin (£20.95) and fillet (£22.95). Steak is always a more expensive option but the ones here are well worth it; juicy and tender.

There is a good variety of pasta dishes including lasagne (£10.95), seafood linguine (£14.95)

and lobster ravioli (£15.95) and some fish dishes including seabass (£20.95). The menu is available online so make sure you have a good look but you will find something for everyone.

I tend to always have a starter and a main because before 6.30pm any day you can have the two courses for £17.95 or for just an extra £2 you can have a dessert too but to be honest I am just too full. However, I do remember being quite envious of my son’s honeycomb cheesecake!

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Mezzaluna has been around for many years but like I have already mentioned, now it is at its best.

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Eligible households set to receive £150 Council Tax Energy Rebate Last week, the Government announced measures to help protect millions of households from rising energy costs. This includes a one-off payment of £150 council tax energy rebate to all households whose primary residence is in council tax band A to D. The Government are asking local council tax billing authorities like us to administer the rebate payments on their behalf using council tax billing information to identify eligible households.

We will therefore be using our council tax billing information to identify all households across the borough whose house is in council tax band A to D and start making payments in April 2022. We will also receive funding to operate a discretionary fund for households in need, who would otherwise not be eligible.

If you are an eligible household, the quickest and most convenient way to

receive your payment is by setting up a Direct Debit to pay your council tax. By setting up a Direct Debit, we can make the payment promptly and directly into your bank account. Please note that the payment will not be used to offset what you owe in council tax – the payment will simply be paid straight into your bank account.

So, we’re urging all eligible households to set up a Direct Debit as soon as possible. If you already pay your council tax by Direct Debit, you do not need to do anything, the payment will be credited to your account. If you choose not to set up a Direct Debit for your payments, your payment may be delayed, and you will be asked to complete an application form to claim your payment.

An added bonus of setting up a Direct Debit to receive your payment is that it is also the easiest and most convenient way to pay your council tax as it means you

can spread the cost and ensure you never miss a payment.

Councillor Alan Gardiner, cabinet spokesperson for Core Services, said: “As we see the rising cost of energy prices and, more generally, the surging cost of living, the announcement from the Government last week to offer all eligible households a council tax rebate has been welcomed with open arms.

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Officers from the Barnsley North Neighbourhood Team are appealing for witnesses, CCTV and dash-cam footage of criminal damage taking place at Wilthorpe Primary School.

It is reported that over the weekend of Friday 1 to Sunday 3 April 2022 offenders gained access to the school grounds and caused damage to number of the schools windows.

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Prosecution for counterfeit ‘Wonka Bar’ seller

A business owner from Huddersfield, who's been trading in Barnsley, has pleaded guilty for selling counterfeit products with incorrect labelling and allergy advice.

Nathan Bennett, 33, of Leeds Road, Huddersfield, pleaded guilty at Barnsley Magistrates Court on Monday 4 April 2022 to Food Safety, Labelling and Trade Marks charges. The case was adjourned until Tuesday 26 April to allow for the completion of presentencing reports.

Bennett traded as Kandy Fix in the Alhambra Centre, Barnsley, between August and December 2021.

In August 2021, following a complaint from a member of the public, a Trading Standards Officer visited the premises and got a sample of what appeared

to be a counterfeit Wonka Bar. The court heard that the ingredients list on the label of the Wonka Bar did not match that of the chocolate it contained, and notably, the chocolate itself contained hazelnut paste.

Analysis showed that one or two squares of the chocolate bar contained enough hazelnut to trigger a serious allergic reaction such as swelling of the airway.

At the interview, Bennett claimed to have only sold the Wonka Bars for two weeks and that he did not know that what he was doing was an offence.

However, the evidence presented by Barnsley Council demonstrated that he had been selling Wonka Bars since at least 2019 at another kiosk in Huddersfield.

He had also been given advice on food allergen labelling on at least six occasions by North East Lincolnshire and Doncaster councils. Bennett had also been prosecuted previously for selling Wonka Bars in similar circumstances in North East Lincolnshire in 2016.

Julia Burrows, Director of Public Health, said: "It’s vitally important that food labelling includes all ingredients, as they can cause potential serious injury or death to a consumer who is allergic to their ingredients. Mr Bennett has shown a complete disregard for the safety of his customers in his actions.

"We will always help businesses comply, but where they put the public at risk knowing the potential

consequences, we will take enforcement action."

Last week, the Food Standards Agency issued a warning to consumers about the risks posed by counterfeit Wonka Bars, which appear to be particularly prevalent at the moment. You can read it by visiting their website at https://www.food. gov.uk/newsalerts/news/ fsa-issues-warning-overcounterfeit -wonka-bars If members of the public see Wonka Bars on sale in Barnsley, they are advised to report them by emailing regulatoryservices@barnsle y.gov.uk or calling 01226 773743.

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Female business owners of Eldon Street celebrated during Women's History Month To celebrate Women’s History month during March the Eldon Street High Street Heritage Action Zone (HSHAZ) has been uncovering the untold and forgotten stories of women business owners on Eldon Street and the Victorian Arcade.

It is often assumed that in the Victorian period women entrepreneurs were rare, but this new research has found that not only were there many women business owners on Eldon Street and the Arcade in the past, but that

these pioneers were part of a long tradition that continues to this day.

The project has also found creative ways to share the fascinating stories of women business owners on Eldon Street, connecting the past and the present.

A new animation has been created, working with local artists and a group of Barnsley young carers, to showcase some of the hidden stories uncovered during the project. This was launched

along with a new blog for International Women’s Day at the start of the month.

The WE Great Ladies have also been visiting local businesses as the Eldon Street Brides with photographer James Mulkeen, collecting stories of the street and shining a light on the amazing independent businesses – many run by women – that continue to make Eldon Street and the Arcade such a special part of Barnsley Town Centre today.

Denise Childs and Debra Ashurst, owners, Leslie Frances Hairdressing said: ''We have run our business on Eldon street for over 40 years training and educating hundreds of young women and men many of whom have gone on to run their own businesses in and around Barnsley.

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You will qualify for a home eye test if you are unable to get to a store unaccompanied due to a medical condition and fall into one of the following categories: • Over 60 • Under 16 • In full time education aged 16, 17 or 18 • Receive benefits such as Income Support, Employment and Support Allowance, Jobseekers Allowance, Universal Credit • Diabetic • Over 40 with a family history of glaucoma As a front line service supporting the NHS we are still operating despite the Covid19 pandemic. All our teams are equipped with full PPE and will always enter your home wearing this.

We are an experienced team. Our two directors are Mel Wilson (Ophthalmic Director) and Emma Taylor (Customer Service Director). Mel qualified as an optometrist in 1998 and has worked in store for large chains and independent businesses. She found her passion for domiciliary work 4 years ago and has been part of the home visiting team ever since. Emma is a qualified dispensing optician and, like Mel, is very experienced having worked in the industry for 13 years both in store and, more recently dedicating herself to the domiciliary team.

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We often get asked how a home visit test works. And it’s really quite straightforward!

Firstly, a full general health history is taken. We then take a look at your existing glasses so we can check the current prescription. This helps us understand a little more about you and compare your current prescription to your new one.

We perform a range of eye health tests including the glaucoma test and a health check of the front and back of the eye.

Next, we start to understand if your prescription has changed. This process is quite similar to what you will have had done in store.

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Mel Wilson Once this has been completed we can then make recommendations taking into account your home situation and visual requirements. We have a large selection of frames some of which you will see in store and some of which are domiciliary specific. Our offers and pricing are also the same as in store.

Our testing kit has a range of low vision equipment and we’re are happy to demonstrate how this works and could benefit you. This includes low visions aides for both distance near vision.

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Paignton - The Hotel Bonair Llandudno - The Four Oaks Hotel Llanberis Welsh Rail & Sail Royal Victorian Hotel Weymouth - The Carlton Hotel Eastbourne - The Cumberland Hotel Skegness - Savoy Hotel Bridlington - The Monarch Hotel aberfoyle - Rob Roy Hotel Little Boats & Trains of Norfolk Holiday Inn, Norwich St annes - The Monterey Beach Hotel Harrogate Weekends - Cairn Hotel Whitby - Royal Hotel Paignton - The Hotel Bonair Newquay & The Eden Project Pentire Hotel Brighton - Royal albion Hotel Torquay - Derwent Hotel Ironbridge & Severn Valley Llandudno - Chatsworth House Hotel Cotswolds Tour Bosworth Hall Hotel and Spa Eastbourne - Haddon Hall Hotel Tenby - Belgrave Hotel Bognor Regis - Royal Norfolk Hotel

£278 £278 £468 £310 £309 £325 £308 £279 £402 £252 £179 £255 £420 £590 £306 £300 £412 £278 £277 £370 £384 £327

25 - 29 May Great yarmouth - New Beach Hotel 28 May - 4 June Llandudno - The Four Oaks Hotel 29 May - 2 June Sidmouth Royal york & Faulkner Hotel 30 May - 2 June Bournemouth - Suncliff Hotel 30 May - 2 June Scarborough - Delmont Hotel

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Torquay - Metropole Hotel £341 Paignton - Cambria Hotel £435 Eastbourne - Cumberland Hotel £459 Exmouth - ashton Court Hotel £301 West Country Rail & Sail Tiverton Hotel £458 Blackpool - Park House Hotel £345 Porthcawl - Seabank Hotel £366 Ilfracombe - Imperial Hotel £311 Blackpool - Queens Hotel £278 Waterways of Scotland Leapark Hotel, Grangemouth £398 Llandudno - Chatsworth House Hotel £345 Barmouth - Min-y-Mor Hotel £399 Isle of Wight - Shanklin Hotel, Shanklin £511 Weymouth - The Carlon Hotel £413 Bournmouth - Royal Bath Hotel £368 Llandudno - The Four Oaks Hotel £286

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Businesses rise to fundraising challenge Dozens of Barnsley businesses will be competing to have the most fun AND raise the most money for Barnsley Hospice in May. The Barnsley Hospice ‘Accumulator Challenge’ is an annual fundraiser through which companies are given £31 each and 31 days to turn into as much money as possible to support the charity.

The teams all want to

impress the hospice’s corporate fundraiser Simon Atkinson, who plays the role of ‘Lord Sweetener’ for the duration of the business challenge!

Prizes will be awarded at the end of the month for the team that raises the most money and the team with the most innovative fundraising idea. But, it is all about the taking part.

Alice Prince at GXO

Logistics in Barnsley said: “We love being part of the Accumulator Challenge!

We have so much fun, and colleagues love getting involved. It brings the team together.”

If your business would like to join in the fun and fundraising contact simon.atkinson@barnsleyhospice.org, or give us a call on 01226 244 244.

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Celebrating fashion and lifestyle in Barnsley town centre this April Look and feel good throughout April as Barnsley town centre celebrates fashion and lifestyle with a range of free activities and events.

Fashion shows, comedy clubs, exhibitions, Easter trails and much more are happening this month in the town centre.

On Saturday 23 April Barnsley town centre will host its very own fashion show, with professional models showcasing the latest seasonal trends from a variety of retailers in a unique event.

Choreographed routines will be performed in front of stores in The Alhambra Shopping Centre and The Glass Works as well as independent businesses including Frank Bird, 80s Casual Classics, Closet Queen and Labels For Less.

There are also special giveaways to be won!

If you believe that you are a trendsetter when it comes to fashion, there is an opportunity for you to get involved in an exciting new exhibition ‘B Inspired’.

We’re on the lookout for Barnsley’s best dressed to strut their stuff at professional photoshoots in pop-up studios across the town centre.

Professional photographer Timm Cleasby will be capturing street style inspired images of those who are not afraid to stand out from the crowd and the most inspirational images will be selected and transformed into life-size cut outs that will be exhibited in The Glass Works Square from Saturday 23 to Saturday 30 April.

In collaboration with The Civic, a T shirt Cult / Culture / Subversion exhibition featuring exceptional surviving pieces customised by Westwood and McLaren will also be on display in The Glass Works until the end of May. And don’t miss Casting Characters: The worlds of Graham Ibbeson, a superb exhibition in The Gallery @TheGlassworks featuring figures of celebrated performers such as Eric Morecambe; Benny Hill;

Laurel & Hardy.

April wouldn’t be complete without an Easter celebration, however.

Families and young visitors can join the Barnsley Bunny Trail between Saturday 9 and Saturday 16 April. Find the bunnies and win a chocolate surprise!

Also, don’t forget to pick up your Easter sweets from town centre stores and Barnsley Markets as well as enjoying a well-earned treat during the school holidays from one of the fantastic restaurants or Market Kitchen. Dolly’s Deserts has an amazing range of Easter goodies.

If you fancy a laugh there are also several comedy gigs throughout the month including the return of The Comedy Shop each week from Friday 8 April on Graham’s Orchard.

The Civic also has a number of side-splitting events including Ed Byrne, Lost Voice Guy and Toby Foster’s Last Laugh Comedy Club while The Lamproom plays host to Bernie Clifton.

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THE FOOT HEALTH PRACTICE We have moved!

Julie, Patricia and the Team at The Foot Health Practice are very proud and excited to announce that from early January they have moved from their clinic in Eldon Arcade into the new Glass Works development!

“We’ve been delivering first class medical foot care to the people of Barnsley for 14 years, both in the community and from our clinic in the centre of Barnsley.

Now we have the opportunity to support even more people from our new home, where we will be providing the same care and services. Our patients and customers already appreciate the care and attention we offer and over the next few years we plan to increase our services and sales lines so that the people of Barnsley will benefit even more.

WE ARE NOW AT: The Glass Works, 9 Cheapside, Barnsley S70 1GW. If you have never taken the opportunity of visiting us before or with the past 12-18 months events haven’t been to see us you are always welcome. The most important thing is that you take the first step, we all deserve to have comfortable feet and to be able to go about our daily lives. So, if you have a foot health problem and would like to book in then please feel free to call us on 01226 293693. You can also visit our website www.thefhpbarnsley.co.uk.

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Is this actually the best time to chat to a financial adviser?

There doesn’t seem to be a lot of good news flying about these days.

And if there is, it is being swamped by all the bad!

It is so tough at the moment, with the cost of living crisis enveloping the country. We are being faced with: • Soaring energy bills.

• The rising cost of food.

• Fuel prices skyrocketing.

• Inflation beginning to climb steadily • Russia’s invasion of Ukraine destabilising the world.

• Covid-19 refusing to go away and still rearing its ugly head.

All these things have intensified emotional and financial concerns.

It appears to be getting harder and harder for people to make their money stretch far enough to meet their ‘needs’, let alone their ‘wants’.

Stress, anxiety and depression are prevalent for all kinds of other reasons too, including potential job losses and other financial constraints.

It is a time of worry and consternation.

But perhaps that’s what makes

it the right time to speak to someone who could help you get to grips with your financial affairs.

Regardless of personal wealth, the question Lifetime’s coaches and financial specialists get asked most frequently by new customers is some version of: “Will I be ok?

Do I have enough?”

By fully understanding your financial situation, you may discover ways of making your money work better for you. And any decisions you may have to make will at least be taken from a much better informed position.

This is where a conversation with a professional is crucial. It could lead to help, guidance and advice that may play a key part in alleviating a lot of your worries.

Research by Royal London backs up our belief. Their survey confirmed that interaction with a professional financial adviser, and the receiving of quality advice, can deliver more than just the financial benefits, but can also help people feel better about their personal money matters, and also about themselves.

Lifetime has finance professionals who use specialist software to give customers an

accurate picture of what you need to do in order to achieve your plans, and will give you advice on your best course of action.

That ‘financial picture’ will have a comprehensive breakdown of current lifestyle costs, including essential expenditure, debt repayments, leisure activities, holidays, one-off expenses etc. It will also incorporate changes, such as the ending of a mortgage and other expenses, and make relevant adjustments. Various different scenarios can be shown, right up to a customer’s 100th birthday.

Your finances determine a lot of your choices in life. We find that those with a financial plan are much more likely to have the necessary funds to realise their goals and objectives in retirement – and to identify obstacles, if any, that need to be overcome to enjoy life to the full after your working career comes to a close.

People often seek financial advice because of a specific issue, such as a concern over a pension policy, but right at the heart of that need is one overriding thing: peace of mind. That all important sense of security.

We believe everyone deserves to have someone they can truly trust, to talk to about their money. And to be given access to the right help, guidance and advice so they can take firm control of their financial planning.

After many years in financial services our Lifetime specialists have concluded quite clearly that everyone (and we mean everyone, regardless of wealth) has some sort of anxiety around money.

The greatest service a financial planner can provide is to help minimise that anxiety, and push confidence, clarity and understanding to the forefront.

Indeed, in these days of uncertainty and rising costs, Lifetime Managing Director Ian Dickinson is determined to ensure that financial education and better decision-making is available to as many people as possible.

Ian says: “There has never been a greater need for a service that can offer financial guidance, support and advice. It more or less consumes me and I am proud of

the ambition we hold. Our vision is clear!

"We offer help, guidance and financial planning to everyone. We are there for individuals, couples and families, and we are there for companies and all their employees. Our financial wellbeing programme provides people with the opportunity to fully understand their financial picture, and to make good financial choices today, tomorrow and in the future.”

“I truly believe that people’s lives are better because of the important education and understanding we are able to impart!”

These are turbulent times; we acknowledge that. We know and appreciate it is not easy. If you are feeling concerned about your finances then have that conversation with a professional.

That chat could in turn lead to welcome guidance and invaluable advice. It could help you get through the tough days.

Thank you for reading.

Information and article courtesy of Andrew Lodge at Lifetime Financial Management Intermediaries Ltd, www.lifetime-fm.com

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SCIENCE ADVENTURE CENTRE A fantastic day out for the whole family, Magna Science Adventure Centre is an experiential venue packed with interactive exhibits and a rich history that reaches from its origins in Rotherham to links as far as Cornwall! Explore the wonders of science and technology through the elements in the four pavilions – Water, Air, Earth and Fire; Make a splash with water cannons and weights, work a real JCB, spark excitement at the fire tornado and even explode a rock face! Magna is a coats-on experience set in the vast, former Templeborough Steelworks, where the awesome Big Melt Show brings the story of the world’s once largest electric melting shop to life every hour. The fun even continues outside with the huge adventure playground and summertime splash park.

Magna is an exceptional science museum based in Rotherham, just up the road from Meadowhall. Its doors opened nearly 21 years ago as a part of the Millenium Projects initiative alongside the likes of Cornwall’s Eden Project, to educate children and adults alike on the sciences and technology in a creative, interactive and inspiring way; As well as making for a unique and memorable day out in South Yorkshire!

Even before it achieved the title of largest electric melting shop in the world, Magna and the surrounding area was still being used for production and progression. The site has been inhabited by hard workers and forward thinkers since as far back as 50AD, when the Romans established it as

Templeborough Fort to produce iron and it has only continued to evolve since.

Magna has four pavilions inspired by the elements and how they contributed to the steelworking process. On the lowest floor is the Earth Pavilion, where the procedure of extracting iron from natural minerals is represented through interactive and kinetic attractions including a working JCB and the chance to detonate a quarry wall. Working upwards is the Water Pavilion, where fun activities like a huge steel waterwheel and several different water guns explore how the planet’s most common liquid was involved in the cooling and powering of the shop’s machinery. We suggest packing a spare change of clothes for children, as this

area does get quite wet! The third pavilion is Fire, where the famous fire tornado can be ignited with just the press of a button, and the steel smelting process can be replicated with the electric furnace. Finally, suspended from the roof as a great translucent airship is the Air Pavilion, explaining how air was used to assist in the forge’s combustion with air cannons that create smoke patterns, pipes that explore how sound is made and even a real-life tornado!

Running alongside these amazing element halls is The Big Melt, where every hour - sparks fly and the story of the Templeborough Steelworks is narrated, accompanied by moving machinery, explosive lights and booming sound effects; the show is

spectacular to watch, intriguing to hear and adored by everyone who visits!

On weekdays, Magna opens its doors to schools and educational groups for exciting, informative trips. During the weekends, the attraction is fully accessible to the public with workshops that everyone can get involved in and experience.

And, for when the weather is sunny and you fancy being even more adventurous, Magna boasts Sci Tek: one of the UK’s largest outdoor play zones, suitable for all ages! The park’s watery counterpart, Aqua Tek, is perfect for cooling off after a wander around the attraction and opens at the end of May each year for the Summer break - if you fancy a visit, you’ll be needing a towel or two!

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S B U P T S O L ’S Y E L S N R BA Carrying on from last month’s page we have another selection of old pubs from Barnsley’s past Pictures from the facebook page Barnsley’s Lost Pubs and Google Street View

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Spring is in the air It’s been a pretty awful start to the year in lots of ways, more Covid around at home and war and drought in places further afield.

Please read on, this article is going to be a positive one. The current situation is a reminder to us all to appreciate both who and what is around us.

At Age UK Barnsley moving into spring means that more outdoor activities can begin to take place, more fresh air can be inhaled and nature can work its magic for our overall wellbeing. We’ve already had one trip to the seaside – the Worsbrough Coffee & Conversation Group had a whale of a time at Cleethorpes. The Cudworth Chatty Café will soon be following in their footsteps.

A new Bowling Group is starting at the Dorothy Hyman Stadium. There is already an Age UK Barnsley Bowling Group at Shaw Lane Sports Club.

These groups aren’t for experts (though they would be equally welcome), they’re for people over 50

who fancy trying something that gets them out of the house, a bit of gentle exercise and an opportunity to meet socially with other people.

You will have seen mention of BOPPAA (Barnsley Older People Physical Activity Alliance) in these articles before. The purpose of the Alliance is to make it easier for Barnsley’s over 50s to find out what’s available to them in their area

and how to get involved. Look out for the launch of both the on-line and paper copies of this information.

Something else to watch out for is the Council-led Barnsley Walking Festival in May, currently in preparation, look out for this opportunity to stretch your legs!

At Age UK Barnsley they realise that the outdoor life is not for everybody, in the past few months’

new groups and events have been popping up all over the Barnsley area.

These range from craft and games sessions, indoor physical activities, new coffee and chat mornings, even mining related ‘Colliers’ Monday’ afternoons. They can also provide one to one befriending by phone and in person, it’s all part of their Council funded social inclusion work combatting loneliness and social

isolation. Everyone is unique, people’s needs and wants are different so it’s important that Age UK Barnsley’s response is tailored to the person in question.

If you are over 50 and live in the Barnsley Council area, Age UK Barnsley are here for you.

Contact Age UK Barnsley on 01226 776820 email: enquiries@ageukbarnsley.org.uk or for their Information & Advice Service ring 01226 776825 email: information@ageukbarnsley.org.uk

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Chicken & Chorizo Jambalaya METHOD STEP 1 Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large frying pan with a lid and brown 2 chopped chicken breasts for 5-8 mins until golden.

STEP 2 Remove and set aside. Tip in the 1 diced onion and cook for 3-4 mins until soft.

STEP 3 Add 1 thinly sliced red pepper, 2 crushed garlic cloves, 75g sliced chorizo and 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning, and cook for 5 mins more.

STEP 4 Stir the chicken back in with 250g long grain rice, add the 400g can of tomatoes and 350ml chicken stock. Cover and simmer for 20-25 mins until the rice is tender.

Super Easy Banoffee Pie

Ingredients: 1 tbsp olive oil 2 chicken breasts, chopped 1 onion, diced 1 red pepper, thinly sliced 2 garlic cloves, crushed 75g chorizo, sliced 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning 250g long grain rice 400g can plum tomato 350ml chicken stock *Delicious with extra prawns

Ingredients:

METHOD STEP 1 Crush the digestive biscuits, either by hand using a wooden spoon, or in a food processor, until you get fine crumbs, tip into a bowl. Mix the crushed biscuits with the melted butter until fully combined. Tip the mixture into a 23cm loose bottomed fluted tart tin and cover the tin, including the sides, with the biscuit in an even layer.

Push down with the back of a spoon to smooth the surface and chill for 1 hr, or overnight.

STEP 2 Beat the caramel to loosen and spoon it over the bottom of the biscuit base. Spread it out evenly using the back of a spoon or palette knife. Gently push the chopped banana into the top of the caramel until the base is covered. Put in the fridge.

STEP 3 Whip the cream with the icing sugar until billowy and thick. Take the pie out of the fridge and spoon the whipped cream on top of the bananas. Grate the dark chocolate over the cream, if you like, and serve.

225g digestive biscuits 150g butter, melted 397g can caramel or 400g dulce de leche 3 small bananas , sliced 300ml double cream 1 tbsp icing sugar 1 square dark chocolate (optional)

If you’ve tried any of our recipes, why not take a picture (good or bad!) and send it in to us at: lifenewspapers@gmail.com We’ll be back next issue with two mouth mouthwatering treats!

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DAN JARVIS UNITES WITH CANCER RESEARCH UK AT ANNIVERSARY Dan Jarvis celebrated the past, present and future of research at a Cancer Research UK event in Westminster on Tuesday 29 March to mark the charity’s 20th anniversary.

The Barnsley Central MP had the chance to meet with researchers working on the latest breakthroughs and campaigners helping to deliver change in their communities, alongside learning about the cuttingedge discoveries taking place on his doorstep.

In the UK, survival has doubled in the last 40 years and today, 2 in 4 people survive their cancer for at least 10 years. Cancer Research UK’s ambition is to accelerate progress so that by 2034, 3 in 4 people will survive their cancer for at least a decade.

Dan Jarvis said: “Cancer Research UK carry out

extraordinary work. Their world-leading research has seen remarkable advances in the fight against the disease, and now more people than ever are surviving their cancer. But, there’s further to go.

“1 in 2 of us will get cancer in our lifetime*.

Sadly, I know from my own personal experience how cancer can ruin lives and I think the responsibility lies with us all to come together in the fight against cancer.

Together – we will beat cancer.”

2022 is a special year for Cancer Research UK, as it marks 20 years since the charity was formed. However, its history goes back much further, to 1902, with the founding of the Imperial Cancer Research Fund – meaning its work has been at the heart of some of the biggest developments in

cancer, including some of the most used cancer drugs around the world today.

Shaun Walsh, Head of Public Affairs and Campaigning at Cancer Research UK, said: “A big thank you to Dan Jarvis for joining us to raise awareness in our 20th anniversary year.

Every day we see the benefits of work we’ve previously funded being realised, helping people live longer and healthier lives.

“Thanks to our supporters, partners, researchers and staff, we will continue to fund groundbreaking research to reveal more of cancer’s secrets. By putting discovery at the heart of everything we do, and working with people around the world, we can make huge strides in our understanding of cancer and how to beat it.”

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However you’ve been affected by the pandemic, it’s OK K not to be OK. We offer treatment face to face, on the phone, online, via interpreters and using British Sign Language.

IAPT is still here with support for everyone aged 16+ registered egistered with a Barnsley GP.

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When do old £20 notes expire and are they still legal tender?

It’s important to know when do old £20 notes expire as the Bank of England’s withdrawal date falls this year.

elements include a hologram and transparent window – two features which are near impossible to copy accurately.

It’s out with the old and in with the new in 2022, with both the old £20 and old £50 note expiry date taking place in 2022. The Bank of England are withdrawing the paper notes from circulation, following the release of the new £20 and new £50 notes in 2020 and 2021. This means that you’ll have to spend them or exchange the notes before the end date, otherwise you won’t be able to use them as legal currency.

When do old £20 notes expire?

The new plastic, polymer £20 notes feature a new iconic image along with improved security features to prevent fraudulent activity.

Already it’s been dubbed ‘the most secure banknote yet’ as its new safety

Old paper £20 notes will expire on 30 September 2022. After this date, cafes,

The Bank of England have to give up to six month’s notice to when an old bank will cease as tender. This enables an adequate amount of time for the public to spend their old note before it expires.

Are old £20 notes still legal tender?

Yes, old £20 notes ares still legal tender. And you can continue to use these paper notes to make purchases at the moment. The old £20 notes will stay valid until the September 2022 expiry date given by the Bank of England.

bars, shops and restaurants will no longer accept the paper £20 note. This is notably the same day as the old £50 note expiry date.

What’s different about the new polymer note?

Differences to the new polymer note include a new hologram image that changes between the words ‘Twenty’ and ‘Pounds’. Plus there’s a small seethrough window in the bottom corner of the note. There is also a portrait of the Queen which is printed on the window with ‘£20 Bank of England’ printed around the edge.

These new security features have been added to make it harder for the note to be copied and forgeries to be made.

The polymer material also makes the note waterproof and much harder to rip.

And it also ensures that the printed lines and colours on the note stay sharp without smudges or blurred lines.

The economist Adam Smith appears on the original paper £20 note. While the new polymer note features the artist If you are unable to meet this deadline JMW Turner. The self-portrait of the then there is still a way you can trade in Romantic-era artist was painted in 1799 your old paper £20. and is on display at Tate Britain in The Bank of England have said that many London. banks will still accept the “withdrawn The other image that appears on the notes as deposits from customers” and note is a painting of Turner’s called The so will the Post Office. You can also Fighting Temeraire. It’s a tribute to the exchange the paper notes for the new ship HMS Temeraire which was involved polymer ones directly at the Bank of in Admiral Nelson’s victory at the Battle England based in London. of Trafalgar in the early 19th century.

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This issue we update a previous article about solar panels.

Could they be the answer to our soaring electricity bills?

1. The solar panel maths is getting better As the price of energy has rocketed, generating solar power and using it yourself gives a far bigger saving now than it used to.

Under the smart export guarantee (SEG) scheme which launched in January 2020, households get paid for solar energy they 'export'. This is electricity you generate, but don't use yourself, which is then pumped back into the national energy grid. The prior feed-in tariff scheme was far more generous, with higher rates and you got paid for generating energy, even if you used it yourself.

However, if you've got savings you can use to pay for the panels, with interest rates still so low, it's worth doing the numbers for yourself as the SEG scheme can work out well for some.

2. The biggest gain comes from using what you generate – you could save up to £405/year on your bills First and foremost, you can use the electricity your panels generate, thus reducing your electricity bills. Savings depend on system size, electricity use, whether you're at home during the day to use the energy you're producing and other factors. But based on Energy Saving Trust estimates, a typical household with a 4.2 kilowatt-peak system can knock between £165/year and £405/year off bills.

3. You could get paid £110/year for any excess energy you generate, but SEG tariffs differ widely The smart export guarantee (SEG) scheme works by requiring energy suppliers with 150,000+ customers to offer 'tariffs' to households in England, Scotland and Wales, which pay a set rate for each kilowatt hour (kWh) of electricity you generate from solar panels, but DON'T use yourself.

Crucially, the amount you get back depends on the company and ranges from just 1.5p per kWh to 12p per kWh – so make sure you go for the bestpaying tariff you can (it doesn't have to be the same firm that supplies your energy). And keep an eye on the rate you're getting as many are variable.

Though of course, the firm's solvency matters too as if it goes bust, you'll have to find another tariff yourself, so bear that in mind.

The Energy Saving Trust estimates a typical household based roughly in the middle of the country could make between £80/year and £110/year (based on a rate of 3.99p per kWh).

It's all about daylight, not hours of sunshine or temperature. Northern homes get slightly less, so where you live needs to be factored in.

If you're at home all day, it will take you less time to make your money back.

You'll recoup the installation costs in about 13 years on average, if you live in the middle of the country. In comparison, if you're only home during the evenings, it's about 24 years.

• You usually need a predominantly south-facing roof. If your roof faces south-west or west you'll still get some benefit, but it may be less effective, and you might not get the maximum savings.

• Your roof should be unshaded between 10am and 4pm. While some early or late shading from other buildings or trees is OK, during the peak period for daylight you want the panels to be out of any shade.

This is all about how much electricity • You need a fair bit of space. Solar you're using. If you're home all day, panels typically take up two square you're using more electricity while your metres each, so the size of your roof panels are generating energy, so the bill matters. savings will be greater, but you'll export less (as you're using more yourself).

• Your roof needs to be in good 4. The break-even point is Conversely, someone at home only in condition. Make sure you've had an the evenings could make more from the about 13+ years inspection carried out to ensure your smart export guarantee (SEG) than the The price of a typical 4.2 kilowatt-peak roof isn't damaged, as this could savings on their electricity bill. solar panel system is about £6,500. affect the installation. If you have old However, this doesn't include a 5% cut tiles, it may be worth getting them However, this is based on the SEG being to VAT on solar panels that was recently available for the next 20+ years. While replaced before your panels are announced in the Spring Statement. installed. there are no plans for the scheme to While hopefully this will lead to lower end anytime soon, there's also no prices, it's too early to tell. What's guarantee the scheme will last this long. • It's best to have a diagonal roof to more, with high levels of inflation it's catch the most rays. If you want to possible rising costs could wipe out any install panels on a flat roof it could 5. To max your savings, benefit. cost more, as you may need fixings to use most of your electricity hold the panels in place.

Based on the Energy Saving Trust's while you're generating it figures, it could take someone living in While you currently pay roughly 28p per • You generally won't need planning the middle of the country anywhere permission. In England and Wales, kilowatt hour for electricity on a pricebetween 13 and 24 years to recoup the capped standard tariff, you'll get paid a the Government's Planning Portal costs of installing panels, based on says that panels are likely to be lot less than this for the energy you current energy prices, for a typical considered as 'permitted don't use yourself and export back to home – depending on how much development' – meaning you don't the grid. So try to shift as much of your electricity you use and when you use it, electricity use to when you are usually need to apply for planning and what you're paid under the smart permission. The big exceptions are if generating it as possible (in other export guarantee. your property has a flat roof, is listed words, in daylight hours), as unless you or is in a conservation area. In these have a solar battery, you're unable to Many factors affect the payments you store it to use later. cases, you might need to get approval receive – such as where you live. from your council's building control team, so check with your local While it means you'll be exporting less A combination of factors will determine authority. so will get paid less, overall you will be how quickly you'll recoup your outlay: a lot better off as you won't be paying for as much pricey energy.

7. If you're likely to move How much you'll make depends on home in the next decade, where you live. The table above 6.

Not all homes are assumes you live somewhere in the it probably doesn't add up middle of the country. If you live further suitable for solar panels As it takes typically more than 13 years south, in London for example, the bill To maximise what your panels can to recoup your installation costs, if savings will be about 4% higher, while make, it's best to make sure your home you're considering moving it's probably savings in Scotland would be about 4% is right for them: not worth it (though see the point below lower.

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installed, well-designed solar PV system, though you'll likely need to replace the inverter – a gadget that is a key part of the mechanism – within about 25 years (costing around £800).

Of course, though, things can go wrong.

If so, check the installer warranty you get – it can cover you for up to 20 years. If the panels are damaged by something unexpected, such as a storm, you may also be covered by buildings insurance – check with your insurer before you have them installed.

11. Solar batteries are expensive but may be worth it for those who use a substantial amount of electricity on whether this could be offset by the panels pushing up the value of your home).

While you could physically remove the panels from your old home and install them on the new one, this could prove costly. Plus, while you could still use what you generate yourself at your new address, you'd no longer get paid for what you export. To receive payments your panels need to be certified by the Microgeneration Certification Scheme and the organisation told us it wouldn't certify panels that have been moved.

It's also worth noting solar panel installations are tailored to each home – to fit the roof and be positioned to maximise the level of sunlight they receive – so it's likely they wouldn't perform as well if you installed them on a different home anyway.

8. Don't assume you'll always recoup the cost of solar panels on your home's value if you sell your house early Some people assume that a more efficient home generating its own energy would be more attractive to buyers. But others worry that 'ugly' panels plastered all over their roof could push the price of their house down.

homeowners who move having had 10. If you decide solar panels installed would claw back some panels are right for you, of the value of their investment in a higher sale price. It looked at more than find a registered installer five million property transactions and and get three quotes said a typical home with solar panels As we're MoneySavers, not electricians, could increase in price by at least picking installers isn't our speciality. £1,800.

You can see the firms shortlisted for When we asked NAEA Propertymark (the the British Renewable Energy Awards 2020, run by the Renewable Energy National Association of Estate Agents) Association, or ask friends and for an overview, it was more cagey. It colleagues for recommendations. said: "Having such sustainable technologies will become more attractive for homeowners in the future.

There are benefits to having solar panels – however, in the short term, they don't provide an increase in house value, with the panels often costing more than they attribute in value. With houses coming on to the market in short supply and other factors, people are being forced to compromise on their preferences, including energy saving measures."

The system and the installer should meet the standards of the Microgeneration Certification Scheme (MCS). And make sure the installer is a member of the Renewable Energy Consumer Code.

As always, get at least three quotes, and get 'em in writing. When comparing quotes, check the following are included: scaffolding, removal of the existing roof and other roofing works, internal wiring works, sorting out a 9. You can still switch connection agreement with the energy supplier, electrical connection work, and energy supplier If you have solar panels, don't think this a generation meter. Fitting the panels themselves is a one or two-day job. locks you in to your energy provider so you can't get cheaper bills Once they're fitted, registering your Your energy provider doesn't need to be panels is a must – you'll need an MCS the same as the supplier that pays you certificate, which you'll use to register for smart export guarantee payments for your solar-generated energy, so with a licensed energy supplier. you're free to switch.

Also, with a modern SMETS 2 smart Solar panels are a hefty investment and meter, two firms can use the same might not be suited to those planning to device, so you don't need to get a new smart meter. move in the next few years – certainly you shouldn't expect a big upfront investment to be immediately reflected It's just as simple to switch your supplier for the export tariff, and as by a jump in your home's value. rates vary wildly between firms, make sure you're always getting the best rate Trade body Solar Energy UK recently possible. published a report which found

A solar battery can store any excess power generated by your solar panels that you don't use at the time, rather than exporting it back to the grid. They aren't cheap – costing about £2,100 for a three kilowatt-hour battery.

The savings you make on your bills can be significant, though. The price you're paid for each unit of energy you export to the grid is usually much lower than the price you pay your supplier for electricity. So, economically, it makes more sense to store the energy and use it yourself – with E.on saying a household with a battery could use 30% more of the electricity they generate themselves.

Another potential advantage of a battery is that it can increase the rate you get paid for exporting your electricity back to the grid. Some firms will pay many times more than the standard amount if you buy certain types of batteries.

The battery isn't all about what you generate yourself, either. If you're on a flexible 'time-of-use' energy tariff, with cheaper electricity overnight for example, you can charge the battery at cheaper times from the grid and use it to power your house during more expensive hours.

But for most, the initial outlay won't be recouped quickly enough. The extra cost can add years to the break-even point – Solar Energy UK says it could typically add anything from an extra five to 13 years, depending on the size of the battery and system.

Never borrow from solar companies to pay for the panels Some installers let you buy solar panels on credit. If you don't have the cash However, if you use a large amount of upfront, panels aren't for you. The electricity (for instance, you have a big loan's interest could dwarf the savings. family and have electric cars) and use time-of-use tariffs to maximise costSolar panels are generally low efficiency, it could be worth considering maintenance a battery.

The Energy Saving Trust says little maintenance is required on a properly

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Covid Memorial unveiled A bronze memorial sculpture has been unveiled in Barnsley to commemorate those who have lost their lives or loved ones during the continuing pandemic, as well as serving as a tribute to key workers and unsung heroes.

‘Reverence’ features seven figures cast in bronze, including a young girl, older man, volunteer, nurse, carer, police officer and a teacher. The inspiring figures span all generations and communities and represent the real, ordinary people who have been affected, and continue to be affected, by the pandemic.

The unique artwork has been created by acclaimed sculptor Graham Ibbeson in collaboration with Lockbund Foundry, with poet Ian McMillan providing the emotive words ‘Barnsley’s fierce love holds you forever in its heart’.

Drawings of key workers by local school children have been turned into a stunning bronze panel, which decorates the plinth.

Guests including HM Lord Lieutenant Professor Dame Hilary Chapman, Lord Bishop Sentamu PC of Lindisfarne and Masooli, local MPs and Members of Barnsley Council, together with representatives from the Council and key partners, joined bereaved families, key workers and members of the public in Barnsley’s new Glass Works Square for the unveiling ceremony.

Celebrated gospel singer Janine Dyer opened the event with a rendition of Amazing Grace and there were several speakers and readings, ending with Lord Bishop Sentamu PC of Lindisfarne and Masooli who delivered a message of hope before he and Dame Hilary, together with key workers, unveiled the artwork.

The sculpture is one of the first permanent Covid memorials in the world and unique because it features ordinary working people who are hugely under-represented in public art.

Council Leader Sir Steve Houghton, CBE said: “This memorial project is an enduring work of art to remember those we’ve lost and to commemorate the incredible efforts of those that worked, and continue to work, so tirelessly to look after us and keep our communities going.

“It is a tribute to the real heroes of the pandemic, the ordinary working people of Barnsley and the country as a whole. Working people as a group are vastly underrepresented in public art and we are proud to be at the forefront of recognising them in this sculpture.”

Barnsley Hospital Chief Executive Dr Richard Jenkins said: “It’s wonderful to see this tribute to the hard working people of Barnsley who dedicate themselves to serving their community. Everyone working in healthcare has been greatly affected by the pandemic, and it is right to

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Sculptor Graham Ibbeson said: “This is a memorial to people who have passed and in recognition of those who keep this country going.

It’s a sculpture of hope and will be the first permanent memorial of its type in the country. I was honoured to give my time to be involved with this project.”

Ian McMillan said: “I’m proud that this memorial will be a tangible reminder for generations to come of

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A fascinating exhibition and packed events programme launches next week which tells the unlikely story of how Barnsley became the tennis ball capital of the world.

“Barnsley Serves the World” runs from Saturday April 9 until October 8 at Experience Barnsley, a museum dedicated to, and largely curated by, the people of the borough.

For more than 50 years, workers at the town’s famous Slazenger factory made tennis balls which were expertly served around the world, including Wimbledon. This year marks the 20th anniversary of the factory’s closure and transfer of production to the Philippines.

The exhibition will showcase the stories of the people who worked there, re-living memories and shopfloor camaraderie. The exhibition will include memorabilia, photographs, evocative Pathe films, newly commissioned films as well as activities for sporting fans of all ages.

Comedy duo We Great Ladies will help the exhibition get underway on April 9. The pair, sporting a retro tennis look, will entertain visitors throughout the day.

Steven Skelley, who has developed the exhibition, explains: “Barnsley’s role in the tennis world is both fascinating and significant.

“This exhibition brings history to life and will no doubt appeal to many people, regardless of their interest in sport.

“Barnsley Serves the World really does have something for all ages and interests. Our unofficial world record attempt will be a great spectacle for families, and there will be opportunities for youngsters to get involved in craft activities as they make tennis purses and musical instruments out of recycled balls, rackets, and shuttlecocks.”

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