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Warm Welcome to the

A very

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ou may of already noticed a big difference since our Jan/ Feb issue?

We have had a mind to change the format of the magazine for some time, with ideas around Little EAUX, or how we could create a smaller more manageable title for our wonderful readers to pick up.

How have we done?

The title may be smaller in size, but it is certainly no smaller in its content. We have been busy this year working on new relationships to drive our content even further than before. With new features and some old ones that you love. We are delighted to welcome our new Publication Manager Peter Brady to the helm, helping us to strive for greatness in all that we do and ensuring that EAUX will be with you for many more years to come. We have bee working on some exciting content this issue, from Featured Artists

to Fashion Styling, Festival Glamping and all in between.

We hope there is something for everyone in the issue. We will be adapting and changing the content as the year progresses with new features planned and coming soon.

With all this and more of what you have grown to love, the new look EAUX is both appealing and informative. We hope you enjoy the read it as much as we enjoyed creating it.

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EVENTS Your guide to the mustdo events in July and August

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FEATURED ARTIST Julio Osorio talks to us about his current projects

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THE SECRET IS FINALLY OUT The end of an era for the Festival Gardener

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POP YOUR CORKS Camp Bestival returns for another fantastic line up in 2017

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FESTIVAL NO6 I am not a number, I’m a free man! Check out what this amazing event has to offer

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THE COUNTY’S GREATEST DAY OUT THE SUFFOLK SHOW 2017 A round up of 2017’s amazing events highlights

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Couture 22

FASHION CANDY STYLE Our resident fashion guru is back to give you the lowdown on the seasons current trends

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WEARING THE HOTTEST DESIGNERS AND TRENDS JUST GOT EASIER Londons newest designer rental service catering for all

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POWER CYCLING IN IPSWICH Get in the zone at David Lloyd this summer

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A 21ST CENTURY EDUCATION Woodbridge Schools 1st Class Education

Escape Gourmet 44 36 48 COOKING UP A STEAM Interviews with SKYE GYNGELL & MARIANNE LUMB on cooking with Steam

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SUFFOLK WELCOMES BACK ‘WALK WITH A FORK’ FOODIE EXTRAVIGANZA Walk with a fork and find some amazing eats along the way?

EUROPEAN RIVER CRUISING FOR 2018 Fred Olsens 2017 offerings explored SUMMER SUN IN ST KITTS The places to be seen in St Kitts this year

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THE ULTIMATE ADVENTURE IN 14 DAYS OR LESS Strapped for time, take a look at these amazing adventures for the time starved explorer

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THE CHANGING FACE OF ESTATE AGENTS Philip Davies are making waves with their Guaranteed Lowest Price offers, we speak with Philip Bird to find out more

Guarantee to beat any sales commission fee Free Valuations on request

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Motoring 54

LONDON MOTOR SHOW RETURNS FOR ANOTHER FANTASTIC YEAR Highlights and news from this years hottest car show

MAKING WAVES IN THE MORTGAGE MARKET We meed Ipswiches newest Mortgage team behind The Mortgage Link to find out what they have to offer

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ELLISONS DOUBLE IPSWICH OFFICE SIZE Success in the Solicitors market for Ellisons

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Events

As the summer is not well and truly here, we look at all the fun outdoor things to do in Suffolk and beyond. Enjoy.

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Suffolk Craft Society: Summer Exhibition 2017 - Snape Maltings The Suffolk Craft Society supports and promotes the work by contemporary Designer Makers. The aims of the Society are to uphold the value and importance of crafts and encourage the creation of and development of Maker’s work

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Secret Garden Party - Abbots Ripton The Secret Garden Party, often colloquially shortened to SGP, is an annual independent arts and music festival. Don’t miss its final year.

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Camp Bestival - Lulworth Castle, East Lulworth Camp Bestival is a British music festival, the “little sister” of Bestival, both organised by BBC Radio 1 DJ Rob Da Bank. It is held annually, in July, at Lulworth Castle in Dorset and is targeted at families with small children.

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Ladysmith Black Mambazo Snape Maltings Concert Hall The legendary a cappella male choir has been powerfully invoking the soul of South Africa for over 40 years. Torchbearers for their tradition, they pass their music on through the generations.

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Beccles Antiques Street Market The Beccles Antiques Street Market held in the centre of Beccles is a specialist antiques market with 100 traders.

The market plays host to a hundred general and specialist dealers selling a wide range of good quality antiques and collectables including furniture, silver, china, linen, jewellery, books, clocks, retro and vintage design and decorative items.

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Beccles Carnival 2017 - A Fun Family Event Watch the carnival procession as it winds its way through the beautiful market town of Beccles.

With over 50 floats making their way from Roys supermarket through the town centre to The Quay, you’ll have ample opportunity to join in with all the carnival fun.

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Aldeburgh Carnival 2017 With a history dating back over 170 years Aldeburgh is proud to still be running its annual Carnival.

There’ll be a Military Band, the Carnival Queen and, of course, loads of floats and walkers guaranteed to make you smile. And as darkness descends you’ll be treated to the ubiquitous fireworks display - plenty to ‘Oh’ and ‘Ah’ at!

Money raised on the day goes towards ensuring the future of this ever popular event.

Jointed Rod Puppets workshop Snape Maltings For 8-12 year olds - We will construct jointed rod puppets of different characters, taking inspiration from Greek myths and legends. The puppets will then be dressed in collage costumes.

Admirers of the ‘Percy Jackson and The Greek Gods’ series will be thrilled by this workshop!

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Featured

Artist

Julio Osorio

“you have the king of the jungle behind the bar and the elephant, (Which really is the king of the jungle) Sitting at the bar”

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8 months after reclaiming his freedom, Julio has had three solo exhibition and several group exhibitions around London.

Wining two gold, two silver, one bronze and eight highly commended awards from the Koestler Trust (while still in

prison) With one of his paintings used as the lead image of last years Koestler Trust exhibition at the South bank; ultimately being awarded a Scholarship in fine art. Involving (Among other things) having an experience artist to mentor him on his release to carry out a project (Within one year) As well as how to pursue a career as an artist.

He has also been featured in Not Shut up magazine, The Islington Gazette, Latino Life

News Paper, ITV London News as well as several art blogs. As well as interviews with The BBC (For National Prison Radio) To tell his story, with the aim to inspire other inmates to use their time constructively while in custody.

This artist’s journey from prison to freedom inspires a massive and growing audience. EAUX is very proud to welcome Julio Osorio as this months featured artist.

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lifestyle EAUX - Thanks for joining us Julio, to start with please can you give our readers an insight into you as an Artist?

Julio - I spent my early years in a tropical country filled with vibrant colours and exotic tastes. When I paint, these memories inspire how I colour my surroundings.

The reason I use the female body in my work (apart from the reason that I’m a man) is that as a Latin American I come from a culture which is more sexually open than the Anglo Saxon culture I am now part of.

An example of this can be seen clearly in my portrait of Lady Gaga, based on a black and white publicity photo of her in a nightclub, almost naked with her arm around a skeleton.

I challenge the viewer by adding my own ideas to the painting by placing the orang-utan, in full colour, in a frame. He represents real life, in contrast to the black and white image. He also stares at the viewer, reinforcing the idea of the primitive nature of watching, while at the same time being watched as society is becoming the big brother state.

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Hence the title: Looking at you, looking at me. The submerged ideas in the work are meant to engage the viewer to draw their own conclusions, knowing that there is more to the work than meets the eye.

From all this I have learned that one’s freedom can be taken away overnight by the state. But I have learned that my mind is still free, Thank god for that!

the art department and prison recycling centre.

They also provided me with materials, allowing me to paint in my cell.

I used to share this confined (12 x 7 foot) space with another inmate: toilet, eating area and living quarters. My painting was a form of escapism from this and other aspects of prison’s monotonous regime.

I attach a prison tag at the bottom right hand corner of all my works to certify where the works were produced and question the stigma attached to anyone that has been to prison.

HOW DID YOU FIRST FIND YOUR INSPIRATION TO BECOME AN ARTIST? I trained as a photographer and worked in the field for over fifteen years, it was only when my camera (and my freedom) were taken away from me that i discovered the healing powers of painting.

In 2012 I received a prison sentence for defending myself from an assault. I was very depressed for several months, but then my creative side came back. I decided at that point not to waste my time in prison, and started attending art classes in the education department. Tutors in the art department taught me how to use acrylics, once I had learnt the basics I painted on bits of prison linen and canvas.

Stretching these over boards from

During my time inside I constructed a visual diary of paintings that communicated my oppressed world behind prison walls and my determination to break down barriers to discover inner freedom and hopes for a new future. This resilience lead me to my eventual release from prison.

WE FIRST SAW YOUR EXHIBITION WORKS IN LONDON, IN DECEMBER 2015, HOW HAVE THE LAST ONE AND A HALF YEARS BEEN FOR YOU CREATIVELY? I am constantly creating, and have this year worked on a couple of paintings. Most recently

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As well as my paining I have just finished writing screenplay for Done and Dusted a mobster comedy which I started when I was inside and at present, casting for my first feature film with the aim to start filming later on this year.

WHAT IS YOUR PREFERRED MEDIUM? The only medium that I could use while in prison was acrylic paints, (due to the constricted working area) so this became my main medium. I had two and a half years to learn how mix and use the colours to the point where people can be convinced that oil paints are used.

HOW DO YOU DECIDE ON THE THEME FOR EACH OF OUR PICTURES? For each of my paintings I start by observing the many things that I see around me that make me think about the world we live in.

Question it and then depict it and look for the best way to challenge

the viewer and convey my message through my painting.

I focus on my strengths with my use of colour in my creations. This has given me my own style which I have used to illustrate my thoughts and emotions on the world we live in, these become visually pleasing to the eye in order to maximise my audience.

ONE OF OUR FAVOURITE PIECES OF YOURS A LION, ELEPHANT AND A MOUSE AT A BAR, COULD YOU EXPLAIN MORE ABOUT YOUR INSPIRATION FOR THIS PIECE?

A number of art works have been created since my release; the major and biggest I have produced up to date is titled Class Act which is the piece that you first saw in the West end of London. In that piece I reversed all the restrictions I had in prison, which most artists take for granted e.g. space and light.

The idea behind Class Act was my outlook on the class system and I wanted to reverse roles in the characters in the painting so you have the king of the jungle behind the bar and the elephant, (Which really is the king of the jungle) Sitting at the bar enjoying some champaign with a mouse (which elephants are said to be scared of)! I just wanted to break down those barriers in my painting and show how fun it is to be different. After all, all species can live happily, which is more than can be said for mankind.

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Finally Out

From humble beginnings in 2003, the Secret Garden Party’s cultural impact has grown organically throughout its tenure

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through the counter-culture. It can be proud of a legacy that inspired so much (and so many) as well as having been the setting for such a collection of wonderful memories and lifelong friendships.

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he multi awardwinning Secret Garden Party, the event that set the creative benchmark for festivals in the UK and around the world, announced today that this year’s event, July 20-23, will be the final instalment in its illustrious 15-year tenure as one of the most celebrated events on the summer festival calendar

From a gathering with a few hundred friends the passionately independent event, Secret Garden Party has grown organically over the years. Its fun-loving friendly outlook, its much-loved eccentricity, and its meticulous attention to detail has inspired and enabled a generation of creative artists, musicians and performers to develop and thrive, whilst embracing the core values of friendship, participation and ownership with its audience.

It has also been a major hub for leftfield, like-minded people who were eager to ‘escape to reality’

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lifestyle SGP has also led the way in bringing internationally recognised Fine Art to an environment normally shunned by that world.

Frieze’s Michelangelo Bendandi has in turn introduced several renowned installation artists such as the Italian Edoardo Tresoldi, Robert Montgomery and Les Merchants.

The Garden Party has also introduced new visual productions to raise the bar for the infamous Saturday Night Spectacular - 2014 featured stunning water-based holograms and aerial displays of LED ‘falling stars’ from Newsubstance and R5 Air Displays – never before seen in the UK. In 2015 a giant animation screen was created featuring many of our favourite ‘Childish Things’ synched into a firework and laser spectacular. Lately working with the technical producer of Danny Boyle’s Olympic shows the final extravaganza of a show promises to leave jaws firmly on the floor.

Tickets available from: www.secretgardenparty.com

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Inspired by the original ethos of Glastonbury and Burning Man the Secret Garden Party’s founder Head Gardener, aka Fred Fellowes, has succeeded in placing his own particular and idiosyncratic stamp on this very special event making it quite unlike anywhere else in existence. This vision, commitment and enthusiasm

for bringing artistic communities together has been, and continues to be, a labour of love.

With many awards under its belt since inception this achievement has been recognised by the live event industry and public alike.

Music is clearly an integral part of Secret Garden Party, and with over 15 music stages covering the 100-acre site. It is not only a venue for well-known artists but is committed to nurturing new and upcoming artists, giving them a break long before they become household names such as London Grammar, The XX, Ed Sheeran, Lissie, Public Service Broadcasting, Florence & The Machine and Lily Allen.

This year’s Headliners were actually inspired by SGP to start their band Crystal Fighters in the first place. Metronomy’s latest album Summer 08 was inspired by the summer they played SGP. Secret Parties are a big part of the programme and top name DJs play each year. Uniquely, they feel ownership of SGP and come together for fun not work.

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From humble beginnings in 2003, the Secret Garden Party’s cultural impact has grown organically throughout its tenure; of the two people with Freddie Fellowes in that first year, one is now working at Burning Man, the other founded Wilderness.

From some of the Garden Party’s earliest participants and action camps has arisen great experiential companies such as Bearded Kitten and international Art creatives PirateTechnics. With pioneering fine dining at festivals SGP not only provided the inspiration for the more grown up Wilderness but also the decidedly delinquent MeatLiquour, now an international chain.

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PopStars & Rock Stars

Theme for

10th Birthday Camp Bestival Celebrations

A Camp Bestival exclusive; School of Rock – The Musical!

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ur Pop Stars & Rock Stars theme is getting everyone excited and Camp Bestival’s epic tenth anniversary bash is already set to be unforgettable, with an unbeatable combo of music, themed activities and family sensations, all at a castle campsite by the sea. You’d be mad to miss out on the best festi-holiday ever at Lulworth Castle this July.

School of Rock – The Musical!

Comes to the Camp for 2017!

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Don’t miss this very special UK festival exclusive appearance from the cast of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s amazing new musical based on the classic 2003 film.

But Camp is all about the kids and we have tons of entertainment, including Camp Bestival legend Mr Tumble, the return of Historic Royal Palaces’ Tudors on Tour, TV tearaways Dick and Dom, who will be making an exclusive main stage appearance and rocking the Silent Disco, and the inimitable DJ BBQ who will host The Feast Collective. We’ll also have loads of fun stuff including a Giant Kids’ Disco with the World’s Largest Disco Ball, and

the inaugural UK Festival Air Guitar Championships.

All this, plus seven arenas filled with amazing fun, delicious food & drink, relaxing therapies and top notch facilities catering for your family’s needs, and there’s plenty more music, kids entertainment and family attractions to be announced, including two more headliners and lots more pop, rock and dance, so keep your eyes peeled for more info coming soon and keep checking www.campbestival. net and our Facebook and Twitter for all the latest info.

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I AM NOT a Number,

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estival No.6 is a bespoke banquet of music, arts, culture and gastronomy, taking place over the weekend of the 7-10 September in the magical village of Portmeirion, Wales, home of the cult TV series The Prisoner. With more live artists, DJ’s, renowned chefs, speakers and surprises yet to be revealed the sixth Festival No.6 will undoubtedly be the most impressive to date.

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beside the picturesque estuary, in the atmospheric woods and the promenade along the River Dwyryd.

This remarkable arts and culture programme joins an already impressive music bill featuring headliners Mogwai, Bloc Party and Flaming Lips. With more incredible acts, DJs, happenings, activities and installations still to be announced the special sixth edition of Festival No.6 will be truly unmissable.

Constructed between 1925 and 1975 by maverick architect Sir Clough Williams-Ellis, Portmeirion is a wonderfully bizarre and elaborate interpretation of a Mediterranean villa, nestled in the stunning mountains and forests of North Wales overlooking the expansive estuarial waters of the Irish Sea. For more information please visit www.festivalnumber6.com

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The County’s

Greatest Day Out

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Suffolk Show 2017

Whatever your age, the Suffolk Show has never disappointed, with an amazing number of attractions to keep the whole family entertained

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he Suffolk Show returned to Trinity Park in Ipswich to celebrate all that makes the county great. The two-day event, held on Wednesday 31st May and Thursday 1st June, showcased the best of Suffolk’s food and drink, luxury fashion and agricultural heritage as well as many fun activities for the whole family.

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Lots of exciting new features have been introduced at the show for 2017. The shows action-packed programme included dog agility, a new horse and country ring, and an exciting performance from the Atkinsons Action Horses – the equine stars of the BBC’s Poldark.

The Flower and Garden Show has always been a popular attraction at the Suffolk Show.

This year was no different. The area undergone a complete revamp, with many new features set around a new courtyard layout giving more focus to the

fantastic variety of show gardens, horticultural trade stands and expert advice from the county’s top garden designers. With such a wealth of experience on offer, we are already planning questions for the experts for 2018’s show.

For foodies, the Suffolk Show has always offered a huge choice of local artisan food and drink to enjoy during the day or to take home! The choice of food stands ranged from locally sourced produce to flavours from around the world, be on offer at Greene King’s Eat Street and our personal favourite Adnams Beach Eats.

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This year featured even more trade stands and offered those who wished a shop ‘til you drop experience, with the show’s unrivalled not-on-the-high-street shopping experience. We often find ourselves drawn to the luxury cars and motorbikes at the show, as well as traditional country fashion and bespoke Suffolkmade homewares in the Lifestyle Pavilion.

Whatever your age, the Suffolk Show has never disappointed, with an amazing number of attractions to keep the whole family entertained, including traditional fairground rides, vintage tractors, an adventurous 4x4 experience and free ‘have a go’ activities in the Sports Village and Military Zone. There was also a unique opportunity to get close to some of the 1000’s of

animals, including sheep, cows and pedigree pigs, as well as incredible horses during one of the displays or competitions that entertained the crowds throughout the day.

For more information on the Suffolk Show and to find out about next years shoe please visit www.suffolkshow.co.uk.

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Raising awareness of stillbirth and neonatal death and funding child-related causes in the UK

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et up in 2008 in memory of Peter and Lynn Brady’s second son Jude who was stillborn in 2006. Jude was sadly born asleep on the 16th of June 2006.

After his death, his parents Peter and Lynn Brady were taken aback by the fact that around 17 babies were dying every day in the UK and they desperately wanted to do something to help prevent more people going through the pain of losing a child. Latest figures, although improved since then, are still too high, with around 15 babies dying before (after 24 weeks), during or soon after birth in the UK. To date we have helped many causes by funding much needed medical, sensory and play equipment to hospitals, children’s services and individuals.

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We are delighted to have just launched the new maternity wallets for the Ipswich Hospital, which will keep safe an individuals notes throughout their pregnancy. It also provides vital and helpful information about your baby during pregnancy, and if your are concerned, when to contact the hospital. If successful, we hope to roll this project out nationally, which is why our fundraising is so vital. We regularly receive individual grant requests for children’s causes, ranging from big to small; donations are very gratefully received and help us to make a difference.

For Peter and Lynn’s full story, latest news, further information on causes we have helped, how you can get involved and upcoming events please visit our website: www.judebradyfoundation.co.uk or contact us on: 01473 375034 info@judebradyfoundation.co.uk

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Hello &

welcome back!

We’ve been away for a while, however I’m proud to be back as Fashion Editor for the new stylish Little EAUX magazine

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y role as Fashion Editor gives me the opportunity to share my experience and wisdom throughout the coming issues. Giving EAUX readers expert fashion advice for men and women. Also keeping you all up to date with current trends and seasonal must-haves.

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A BIT ABOUT FASHION CANDY STYLE (AND ME) My company Fashion Candy Style is a Unique, Contemporary brand of Fashion Fusion. My mantra amongst others is Empowering people through style

From an early age I became a Model, and happily still step onto the catwalk today. Working within this industry, my passion for styling developed. This evolved into me becoming a Personal/ Image Style Consultant working personally with individuals for all their styling needs.

Based in Suffolk, also covering Norfolk, Essex and London, we provide a diverse ranges of services.

Fashion Candy Style offers Fashion Event Management – Our team will provide the complete show infrastructure.

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couture With this I need to recruit a diverse range of Models – we have recently launched a Model Bank to cast for catwalk events, campaigns and modelling jobs for all client needs at NO cost.

THE FASHION CANDY STYLE SUMMER FASHION EDIT WOMEN

Alongside my role as Fashion Editor for EAUX, I am a fashion columnist for various other magazines.

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Bringing all of this together, I am an event Host and Compere So that’s Fashion Candy Style and me…hopefully you know us a little bit better now!

At the time of writing this, we are embracing very welcome hot periods of good old British weather.

With this in mind I thought I should focus on the current summer fashion trends for men and women, and share styling tips for you all!

From Chic Dresses to holiday must-haves we have it covered!

This summer, it’s all about the sleeve. Generally, not your typical focal point, the sleeve has received a major revamp and is more dramatic, romantic, sexy and creative than ever before.

MAXI DRESSESWRAP DRESSES What is it about a maxi dress that feels so comfy, but looks so fancy? This warm-weather staple can take you from a day on the patio to an evening soirée. Go day-to-day in jersey wrap around , or tie up in sequins for that extra bit of glam.

Well Hello Summer…..Its nice to have you with us!

Summer is the season of Weddings, Festivals, Holidays, Concerts, Al Fresco lunches, BBQ’s, and after work drinks outdoors!

Getting ready in the summer seems at least marginally easier than getting ready for winter, in that you don’t have to fuss with layers or scarves.

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couture CROPPED TROUSERS/ PALAZZO PANTS Whether you are feeling the tailored look or want to wear a pair of wide leg trousers, either are a great option for summer.

They will keep you cool under the sun with wide leg and inbetween lengths.

SUMMER SANDALS

TROUSERS/CHINOS

Nothing brings that sunshine feeling quite like sandals. Every daywear/beachwear is anything from flip flops, peep toes, strappy flats for sensible comfort throughout the day.

Summer trousers should be lightweight and breathable materials, such as linen and cottons. With the relaxed fit and smart tailored look, they will complement any other staple wardrobe items.

For the evening, wedges, block heels, and embellished sandals will add a touch of glam to any outfit.

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BLOUSES/TOPS/ SHIRTS

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My pick of the best shirts for summer can come in all colours, cuts and styles. T-shirts should be loose fitting, simple and bold colours to mix and match your daywear. For the evening invest in smart tailored shirts, statement prints with that summer vibe.

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JACKETS Keep it simple and light!

Depending on the weather, the likelihood is that you will only need a layer as the evening turns cooler. Bomber style jackets work during the day, for the evening mix your suit jacket to add to your evening attire.

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“While academic achievements and results remain important, that may not be enough in the competitive future job market.

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developed through a traditional range of academic and extracurricular opportunities, but I believe that schools can do more and do better which is why we are adopting a new approach.

“At Woodbridge, we are looking to develop these vital characteristics in a much more explicit way through coaching and mentoring each pupil throughout their life at the school. Our pupils are enriching their education through developing independent confidence, problem-solving and creativity skills as part of the everyday experience at Woodbridge School. They are growing these attributes through activities both inside and outside the classroom. For example, in biology lessons pupils will look at photosynthesis and discuss resilience i.e. what do we do when we are stuck? And in drama, pupils will produce a devised piece and think about the nature of collaboration. It is our belief that education needs to evolve.

“A modern education with a focus on the individual is something we are very

passionate about delivering at Woodbridge School. We help pupils to flourish and enjoy their education, whilst discovering and developing their individual talents and exploring new skills.

We are very proud of our recent achievements with pupils of all ages flourishing in sports and music at a national level. It is fantastic to see young Year 6 pupils taking their first steps in business with a Market Day, and sixth-form language pupils have recently enjoyed an immersive Spanish exchange trip, living and working in Salamanca.

“At Woodbridge School, we aren’t just ‘doing what we’ve always done’, but adapting while retaining academic rigour to meet the demands that young people will face in 2025, 2030 and beyond.”

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gourmet full-time job.

After training, Marianne was employed by Michelin-starred restaurant Gravetye, during which time she also worked as a private chef with much success, cooking for A-listers such as Jose Mourinho and Elton John. Marianne has cooked in restaurants all over the world and her time spent living abroad has diversified and developed her skills whilst broadening her knowledge on her speciality – seasonal food.

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Back for its fifth year, East of England’s foodie extravaganza ‘Walk with a Fork’ makes a return to Suffolk on Sunday 3rd September

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alkers will embark on an eight mile amble around the picturesque estate of Helmingham Hall near Otley, which has just been awarded garden of the year by the Historic House Association, while indulging on fresh and tasty treats from local food and drink producers at stops along the way.

‘Walk with a Fork’ is the flagship event for Ormiston Families, the East of England’s leading family charity.

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Helmingham Hall owner and Ormiston Families’ president, Lady Tollemache, has chosen a new route around the estate including views, architecture and hidden valleys not usually seen by members of the public.

Gavin Lamb, relationship and events manager at Ormiston Families said: “We always look forward to ‘Walk with a Fork’ and enjoying the great local food and drink from around East Anglia and the beautiful scenery of the countryside, all while raising vital funds which allow us to continue our work with children, young people and families throughout the region.

“We are grateful to Helmingham Hall for having us and our

sponsors and all of our fantastic suppliers.”

Proceeds from ‘Walk with a Fork’ will be used to support Ormiston Families’ work providing services to support children and young people across East Anglia, helping to improve their life chances. Identifying and responding to the needs of children, whatever challenges they face, the charity’s vision is of a world in which every child will be loved, nurtured and valued.

Tickets are £23 per person and children under 5 go free. Dogs are welcome. To book tickets please visit: www.ormistonfamilies.eventbrite.com For more information please visit www.ormiston.org

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Fred. Olsen will be operating its new river cruise programme – taking in some of Europe’s most beautiful rivers, including the Danube, Rhine, Main and Moselle – on a total of 30 departures in 2018, on durations ranging from five to 25 nights, complemented by a selection of high-quality chargeable shore excursions, designed to enhance guests’ experience of the destination.

Fred. Olsen will be bringing its unique style of ‘destination exploration’ to the river cruise market, with exciting itineraries visiting some of Europe’s most stunning rivers, canals and valleys. Guests can choose to sail the breath-taking Danube, taking in the major cities and wildlife-rich Danube Delta; savour the highlights of the heart of Europe, along the twists and turns of the Moselle, Rhine and Main valleys; or enjoy a ‘taster’ cruise to Amsterdam, when the tulips are in full bloom.

Importantly, Fred. Olsen has also incorporated a large amount of scenic cruising in daylight hours into its new river cruise itineraries, so that guests can make the most of the spectacular scenery on offer at the best time of the day.

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Brabant’s classic design is smaller than many river boats, so guests will enjoy the usual hallmarks of Fred. Olsen’s ‘closer’ approach to cruising.

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iking through the thick vegetation of the rainforest up the dormant volcano Mount Liamuiga to arrive at its peak, some 2800 feet above sea level, and the beauty of the island of St Kitts becomes clear. It offers a natural landscape that is relatively untouched, and a unique take on Caribbean life that stays true to its roots.

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Shaped a little like an upturned bottle of rum ready to pour, the 176sq m of St Kitts sits just south of St Barths and close to Antigua. The island stretches from the northern Black Rocks and Mount Liamuiga to Brimstone Hill in the north west and down to the capital Basseterre where the bottle starts to narrow. In the bottle neck are the beaches of Frigate Bay whilst at the very rim sits Cockleshell Bay overlooking The Narrows that separates St Kitts from its twin island of Nevis.

escape Most will start their journey in capital Basseterre, a lively town and cruise ship port centred around its historic Independence Square. And it is here that the 21st St Kitts Music Festival will take place from 22nd to 24th June 2017, with a line-up that includes Goo Goo Dolls, Shabba Ranks and Lyrikal. Around 10 miles from Basseterre is Brimstone Hill Fortress National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site that speaks of the island’s military history. For another dash of history, Romney Manor, once a plantation and estate is now where they make batik clothes and gifts to ancient methods.

One of the things that St Kitts does particularly well is places to stay. There are no mega resorts here but rather authentic accommodation that you’d be hard pressed to find anywhere else. Ottley’s Plantation Inn with its white wraparound balcony and colonial feel is an 18th century converted sugar mill at the base of Mount Liamuiga.

Whilst nearby, Belle Mont Farm is a 400 acre organic farm where you can feel good about your holiday knowing that everything you eat has been produced on the farm.

For Caribbean dream worthy beaches many head south to Friar’s Bay, and you can opt for north or south depending on whether you fancy the calmer

waters of the Caribbean Sea on the south or the north side lapped by the Atlantic Ocean.

Frigate Bay on the south side is home to the Carambola Beach Club where you can lounge in the love seats and day beds by day before freshening up for a feast of freshly caught spiny lobster salad.

Its unobstructed views out to Nevis are what draw many to Cockleshell Bay, along with its pure white sand and places to grab a bite to eat during a busy day of relaxing! St Kitts’ Vervet Monkeys, that are said to outnumber people on the island can be found here, ready to swipe the food and drinks of the unsuspecting. Close to Cockleshell Bay and perhaps even more secluded is Banana Bay and it is here that the Park Hyatt opened their newest hotel in March 2017. Whilst luxury is definitely on the menu at the Park Hyatt, it’s still relatively small at 126 rooms and draws on the heritage of the island with offerings like morning yoga on the lawn next to the sugar mill.

A small, luxurious and athenticsounds a lot like St Kitts.

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orget a week in Bognor, we’re looking for a little more adventure from our holidays in 2017, casting aside tried and tested destinations in favour of something new and exciting.

But as we nervously tot up our holiday entitlement for the year, is it really possible to experience true adventure in 14 days or less? Here are some of our top selections from Envango, it truly is possible to experience the adventurous side of Iife in 14 days or less!

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14 DAYS: THE ALASKAN EXPLORER If you’ve a hankering for the authentic, Alaska, a US state bordering Canada with a magical landscape that is all its own, as well as 17 national parks and 16 national wildlife refuges, could provide the feeling of adventure you crave. The fourteen day Alaska Expedition will take you from small fishing villages and remote mountains through rainforests and to the very heart of the arctic. You’ll visit the capital Anchorage, one of National Geographic’s ‘best of the world’ for 2017 and where the dramatic Chugach Mountains provide the backdrop. In the Chugach National Park, you’ll

visit the Portage Glacier, one of Alaska’s most popular attractions and take a trip to Fairbanks, the second largest city. There will be hiking, camping, whitewater rafting, ice-caving, kayaking, bear watching, river boating, sea planes, snow planes and even driving the famous Alaskan “Ice Road’, the Dalton Highway. From glaciers to rivers, mountains to islands, you will journey the length of Alaska taking in the best of this wondrous state. Alaska is known for its wildlife, and with luck you’ll see brown and black bears as well as moose, caribou, wolves and whales.

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escape 12 DAYS: THE AMAZONIAN SURVIVOR Surrounded in mystique, the Amazon is a place of extremes and for twelve days it would become your home as you learn to survive in the jungle.

Sailing down the Amazon River as a small group of explorers, you’d find a place to call your base camp. Food, water and shelter will be your three primary concerns as you learn the techniques and tools of the jungle. From identifying toxic and non-toxic plants, building a refuge, making fire and finding water, your immersion in this survival experience will be complete. And once the fundamentals for survival are in place, you’ll move onto navigation, making weapons and gear to help other survivors, finding ways to communicate with the outside world and to engage with local and native peoples.

This will be one holiday unlike any other you’ve ever experienced.

7 DAYS: SEA KAYAKING IN CROATIA Croatia is one of the hottest travel destinations for 2017, and why? Because it offers an abundance of natural beauty as well as the chance to get really active in the great outdoors. This sea kayaking adventure takes place in the beautiful islands of the Sibenik archipelago, combining kayaking in the sea with nature and culture. The adventure begins in Skradin town, an ancient Croatian town with a beautiful marina and plenty of

restaurants but day two is when it all really happens with your first sea kayaking experience- five hours covering over 25km taking you from Skradin to the island of Prvic and the small fishing village of Prvic Luka. Staying at local guest houses and hotels on different islands you land at will give you a unique and varied experience of Croatia. Uspoilt Zlarin, olive grove and vineyard filled Kaprij and idyllic Kakan, you will enjoy them all before your return to Skradin.

4 DAYS: THE ICELANDIC ADVENTURER Iceland has a wondrous, exciting landscape and it’s also one of the best places in the world to catch the fabled northern lights. This four day, three night adventure will see you visit lagoons and glaciers, waterfalls and gorges, returning each night to your cosy Icelandic cabin.

From Kelavik you’ll visit one of the natural wonders of the world, the Blue Lagoon, where you can have an in-water massage in this 800 year old lava field’s geothermal seawaters or visit the

newly opened underground spa.

Then to the Reykjanes Peninsula on the south coast, location of your cabin, where you’ll return each night. Day two is a choice, either Þórsmörk nature reserve known for its dramatic landscape that’ll see you driving across a 4x4 track road, over un-bridged glacial rivers. Or Eyjafjallajökull, famous as the ice capped volcano that erupted in 2010, where you’ll drive up the slopes of the volcano. Day three takes you to the mighty Vatnajökull National Park, the largest national park in Europe, and to the Vatnajökull glacier where many active volcanoes lay hidden beneath the surface.

The final day offers the famous Golden Circle, where you will see Gullfoss (or Golden Falls) waterfall, visit Geysir for its boiling mud pits, springs and geysers and the UNESCO World Heritage Þingvellir National Park.

For the adventures listed, and many more adventures around the globe visit www.envagoapp. com, or download for free on iTunes and Google play store.

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motoring most high-profile names in the automotive industry.

With over 130 brand new cars from major manufacturers and dealerships, including Tesla, Aston Martin, Fiat, Hyundai, Vauxhall, Mazda, Nissan, BAC, Rolls Royce, Bentley, Lamborghini, Ferrari, Porsche and Maserati. In addition, a selection of iconic historic vehicles were also on display, showcasing the heritage of some of the world’s best-loved marques.

The London Motor Show 2017 also played host to a range of UK debuts and one extra-special world debut for some of the most exciting new models in the world.

During the weekend, visitors were among the first people to see the latest creation from British coachbuilder David Brown Automotive, as it made its first public appearance at the show.

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The highly exclusive Mini Remastered is based on a classic Mini and is reborn into a city car for modern living.

Boasting a reconditioned 1,275cc 78bhp engine, the car’s standard offering comes with an in-built infotainment and navigation system and has a host of modern connectivity.

of Alpine’s Berlinette model for the Sixties and Seventies, the French brand’s latest production car is designed to reflect the “timeless principles of compact size, light weight and agility”.

Over on leading luxury dealer group H.R. Owen’s stand we saw the awe inspiring Lamborghini Aventador S, which – like the Alpine A110 – made quite an impact in Geneva back in March.

The Aventador S is a more powerful and focused version of the venerable Aventador that’s packing a whopping 730bhp – 40bhp more than the original model. It has a slightly more aggressive front end, too, adding even more drama to the car’s ferocious image.

Alongside these head-turning debuts, The London Motor Show had a range of exciting features and activities suitable for attendees of all ages.

From virtual reality racing and the chance to meet motoring legends, to immersive simulator driving experiences.

More information about this years show can be found by visiting www. thelondonmotorshow.co.uk

Making its UK debut at the event was Alpine’s eagerly anticipated A110, fresh off the back of an impressive initial reveal at the recent Geneva Motor Show.

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Formed by Philip Bird in December 2016, Philip Davies is looking to offer that something different to the house sellers of Suffolk.

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Philip Bird of Philip Davies says, “I first had the idea of my own agency when I was working for Abbotts Countrywide, and I was looking at how much vendors were getting charged for the sale of their properties. I quickly realised that there was a lot more that could be done to put the power of the sale back in the hands of the client”.

“With that in mind I came up with our main USP and one of the things that is helping

us make waves in the Ipswich market. We guarantee to beat any commission rate from any agent. This has helped us establish ourselves as a go to (Value) agency with the added bonus of not cutting down on our client service”.

So far Philip Davies has seen a market share grow on a weekly bases, and with the current state of the housing market are selling properties as quickly as the day they are listed on Rightmove, or a For Sale board has gone up on

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Our aim was to create a friendly walk in environment where our clients can have a coffee and talk about their finances without any obligation or pressure of needing to arrange an appointment, and all free of charge. We take a consultative approach to our clients needs ensuring the we are on hand to answer any questions and help

guide them towards their financial goals. We are proud to say that we are the most prominent independent mortgage shop in the town and wanted to ensure that we can be on the forefront of the industry for Ipswich. Seeing in a new era for unparalleled service and client driven results.

The location was so important as we wanted to integrate ourselves into the financial district of the town, being close to our property associates and competition. We are in the best possible location for everyday town goers, football fans, people doing lunch and grabbing a drink in the local

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bars. And it’s no accident we have positioned ourselves in the main carriageway to the fantastic new Butter Market centre with Empire Cinema and other great new businesses. We will soon be conveniently linked to our wonderful quayside with the new pedestrianisation of Queen St & St Nicholas Street which has already seen a marked improvement for the area.

We offer a whole of market service, meaning we can source mortgage products from every lender so can ensure that you receive fully impartial advice and always get the best deal.

Priding ourselves on delivering the highest level of customer services and holding true to our promise of a smooth and efficient customer journey, wanting to build long term relationships with our clients and local businesses alike.

We have expert knowledge of the entire property industry having built this up over the past decade. We having solid ties with other property professionals such as conveyancers and estate agents should you need help with getting a good deal and advice on those too.

It’s not just mortgages we do, so please give us a shout if you need any help with; Mortgage Protection, Life insurance, General insurance, Specialist lending, Secured Loans. Commercial Mortgages, Business Protection and pretty much everything in between.

We would be delighted to help you with all your needs to give us a call for a chat, pop in for an appointment, or just stop by.

Thanks for letting us introduce ourselves, we look forward to providing full reviews of important financial matters in the following issues, including Landlord Tax Changes, Brexit Review, Mortgage & Business Protection. But please contact us in the meantime to discuss.

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Ellisons double Ipswich office size Ellisons Solicitors are thrilled to announce yet another expansion of their Ipswich office this spring

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home to, and owned by, the East of England Co-op), Ellisons originally opened the Suffolk base in June 2014 before moving to a bigger space at Wherstead in May 2016. Just 12 months later, the need for even

larger premises was paramount.

The convenient Wherstead Park location, which also accommodates P&O, Samskip, New Anglia LEP, Forum Contracts and Camcan, has allowed Ellisons to double its’ square footage by

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business said “We’re delighted to see Ellisons continued success in Suffolk, and pleased that they’re committed to remaining at Wherstead Park, where we were able to provide them with the opportunity to expand their offices.”

Ellisons services at the Ipswich office mirror that of the other offices and include: Commercial Property, Corporate Commercial, Dispute Resolution, Employment and Insurance Litigation for business and Dispute Resolution, Family, Personal Injury, Wills, Trusts and Probate as well Residential Property for individuals. Ellisons are pleased to offer a Financial Planning service as well International Services.

The Ipswich office is located at Wherstead, The Street, Wherstead Park, Ipswich, Suffolk, IP9 2BJ and can be reached on 01473 556900.

In addition to the Ipswich office, Ellisons has four further offices: Colchester (Head Office), Frinton, Clacton and Dovercourt.

Visit our website www. ellisonssolicitors.com for further information. removing a wall and expanding into the adjacent space.

Guy Longhurst, Senior Partner of Ellisons Solicitors, said: ‘‘The Ipswich office, which now has 26 members of staff, has been a huge success since it opened in 2014. Our Suffolk client

base continues to grow and as such the need for more space, lawyers and support staff has become vital to ensuring our clients receive the excellent client experience they have come to expect from Ellisons.’’

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o how do you dress for work?

How are you told to dress? Perhaps there are just unspoken expectations, and if so are they comparable for men and women? Workplace dress codes have come in for scrutiny, with the case of the woman sent home to put her high heels on, and other women told to wear short skirts or unbutton their shirts. High, tight and short seems to be the new uniform to convey the image of a modern working woman. And what have the men been told?

Nothing other than the irony that, for men, more comfortable and informal clothes are now acceptable in most workplaces.

Sauce for the goose is not for the gander!

In an age when political correctness rules and we all know how unlawful it is to discriminate between the sexes, it is all rather odd. Perhaps the message is so mixed up because of the way many younger women

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choose to dress. In the age of decadent celebrity, the new smart is often very sexed-up indeed, the curved are very curvy. Of course it’s a free country, but what message are young women taking in about how they should look? A petition started by the woman sent home in flat shoes resulted in a government report that is worth a look: search for High heels and workplace dress codes and you will see what a hot topic this is.

Employers are allowed to say, within reason, what image they wish their staff to present. If staff appearance or image is important to the job, which it often is, then a Dress Policy can be enforced. Provided comparable boundaries and guidance are given to both genders, they can be given. So smart can mean smart and be interpreted in a male and female way. That assumes though that there is a fair comparator: what should he be walking around in if she is wearing high heels?

Comparable comfort? I very much doubt it. Smart for him probably means well-polished,

formal but comfy flat shoes, which is fine unless she has to wear smart high heels. So there should be no imposition of high heels or short skirts, or indeed skirts at all unless both sexes have to wear them!

If these are troubled issues for you, consider your options.

An employer may not even realise that there is a problem and a quiet word may be enough. If it’s not and there is discrimination the law may be on your side. Whatever, if you are made to feel uncomfortable about what you wear at work, take advice, put your foot down and dig your heels in!

Frances Barker, Employment specialist, Blocks Solicitors on 01473 343911 or frb@blockslegal .co.uk (Disclaimer-The above is general comment only and specific advice should be taken before action is taken.)

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