The Mirfield Word September 2022

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I must admit I am pleased we are heading into September and the weather has cooled off. I don’t know about you, but I found the heat during the heatwave a little unbearable.

Now it’s turning cooler I can’t help feeling a little excited that Christmas is just around the corner, however Autumn is one of my favourite months.. the scenery alone is beautiful, full of colourful leaves and picturesque scenery. I get to wrap up warm and get my boots out and the evenings are crisp and cosy.

If you are looking to do some home improvements, we have lots of local tradesmen willing to provide competitive quotes. Maybe you are thinking of moving home? Wilcock estate agents are highly recommended, offering a fantastic service and some of the best rates locally, its worth your while giving them a call. With Christmas just around the corner, we are featuring festive menus from local businesses all the way up to our December issue so if you are a local business wanting to feature your menu’s then get in touch for more information.

Letter Hello and welcome to your September issue of The Mirfield Word.

September is one of my favourite months, not only is it my birthday but there is lots happening locally which you can read about in this issue.

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26th. Enjoy September and remember to keep shopping local! Inside Your September Issue... What’s On - Mirfield Community News 06 The Martin Lewis Column 10 Meraki Haus of Beaute 22 The Dusty Miller - Now Open 36 Considering a Wood Burning Stove? 40 Transform Your Home with Garolla 45 The Alan Titchmarsh Column 52 JDH Roofing 55 Whiteleys - Up to 45% Off 66 Mirfield In Bloom 75 Mirfield Sixth Form College 81 Letting The Outside In 96 Jenna Shelton x Founder & Editor: Jenna jenna@themirfieldword.co.ukShelton Designer: Corey Blades Freelance Design corey@themirfieldword.co.uk The Mirfield Word Ltd. Hub Hunsworth26 BD19CleackheatonLn4LN Company No: 09316366 No part of this publication may be copied or reproduced without the Editor’s permission. All advertisers are independent of our publication and advert content does not reflect the views of the Editor. Direct Canvassing of advertisers from our publication is forbidden. We have strong anti-canvassing policies in place, and will not hesitate to take legal action against any company who directly canvas our advertisers. The policies are put in place to protect our advertisers from cold calling. The Mirfield Word 07856themirfieldword.co.uk@TheMirfieldWordMagazine929036 Interested in advertising? Text ADVERTISE to 07856 929 036 or visit www.themirfieldword.co.uk02 www.wilcoandco.com 01924 481005 hello@wilcoandco.com Sell. Buy. Rent. Highmoor Lane, Hartshead Moor, BD19 6LW 4 Bedroom Detached 2 NewBathroomsBuild-Completion Due August 22 £415,000 Ringshaw Drive, Gomersal, BD19 4NZ 3 Bedroom Mews 2 JackBathrooms&JillEn-Suite to Top Floor O ers in Region of £270,000 Pratt Lane, Mirﬁeld, WF14 9LX 4 Bedroom Detached 2 FullyBathroomsRefurbished Detached Family Home O ers in Region of £350,000 Crossley Lane, Mirﬁeld, WF14 0JT 3 Bedroom Semi-Detached 2 ExtendedBathroomsSemi-Detached Home O ers in Region of £250,000

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Having attended a local pub quiz this month and thoroughly enjoyed it, I have put together a guide on local quiz nights and where they take place, so be sure to keep the what’s on guide as your bible for ThroughoutSeptember. this issue there is lots to read including our popular Martin Lewis column. He always has the best advice, and it is needed more than ever now with the cost of living rising so dramatically.

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To promote your community / charity event free of charge please contact Jenna@themirfieldword.co.uk All events are correct at the time of printing. The Mirfield Word does not take any responsibility for events being cancelled or rearranged. Harvest Fun St Andrew’s Methodist Church Friday 30 September 2022 6pm until 8pm Lots of activities followed by refreshments. All welcome to come along and bring a friend. To help with planning please standrewsmethodistchurch274@gmail.comemailifyouarecomingtojoinus! Harvest Luxury Afternoon Tea At Roberttown Community Centre from 2pm until 5pm Saturday 1st October 2022 Plus Raffle & Entertainment! In support of Roberttown in Bloom and Loving Hands Outreach Team. For tickets please call Louise 07841 589 526 Let’s get Quizzical!!! Your local pub’s quiz nights Airedale Heifer - Wednesdays 8pm The Pear Tree - Thursdays 8pm The Travellers Rest - Wednesdays 8pm The Railway - Thursdays 8pm The Navigation - Wednesdays 8.30pm The New Inn Roberttown - Wednesdays 8.30pm The Dusty Miller - Tuesdays & Sundays 8pm Please contact the individual establishments to find out more. Sunday 25th September Location: Your Choice! Each sunrise brings with it promise and hope for what lies ahead, so make the most of your day by joining us for our second ever Sunrise Walk. Gather your family, friends or colleagues, embrace the new day and help The Kirkwood Support Life this summer. If you would like more information about the Sunrise Walk, visit the facebook event page or contact the Fundraising team on: 01484 557 911 or email: events@thekirkwood.org.uk

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Mirfield Educational Charity

A vacancy has arisen for what is known as a co-optative trustee who is appointed for a term of five years. If there is anyone who feels that they would like to make a positive and real contribution to the advancement of the objects of the charity, please write to Mr M.G. Parkinson, Clerk to the Trustees, 6 Rectory View, Thornhill Dewsbury, WF12 0NN Walk

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The charity has over the years supported many individuals, sporting organisations and schools in advancing the education, social and physical training of the young people of Mirfield.

In this exciting, fun and highly competitive challenge, your team of 16 paddlers (and a drummer to keep the rhythm) will take part in at least three 250m races in dragon-decorated boats, cheered on by spectators! The fastest crews go through to the semis and finals, with medals for the top three. is recommended to have a minimum of 10 plus the drummer. You must be over 12 and be able to swim at least 50 metres to take part. fee: £300 per team of House, HD2 1NH Drop in to our informal coffee morning at Russell House, our children’s hospice, where you’ll find out more about the difference volunteering makes - to the families we support and to volunteers themselves - and about the different types of volunteering you can do and how you can give as little or as much of your time as you want. also show you around Russell House, so can see exactly how volunteering helps us do our work (tours start at 9.30am and 10.30am).

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The trustees comprise 9 competent people who, through residence, occupation, employment or otherwise, have special knowledge of Mirfield. Three of them are nominated by Kirklees and six are co-opted on to the committee.

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The Mirfield Educational Charity exists to advance the education (including social and physical training) of persons under the age of 25 who are resident or who have a parent or parents resident in the area of the former Urban District of Mirfield. They can do this in a number of ways including the awarding of grants, the provision of financial assistance towards, for example, preparing for a profession or trade, or to provide special benefits not normally provided by the local education authority.

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Most recently, the charity has launched the Dr H Grason Scholarship. Worth £3,500 a year, the scholarship is aimed at a talented student from a family of modest financial means who, but for the scholarship, would not consider going on to university.

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As consumers, we’re all pretty aware that products and services that are more organic, or better ethically sourced, or that contain a strong environmental edge, are typically more expensive, so that leads us to a potential conﬂict of choice – do we look after our planet, or do we prioritise the money in our pockets?

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The answer – from research I have been doing on part of on my website, and a collection of other polls that pool data on this subject – is very much that green issues take a massive backseat when our backs are against the wall. And let me just say, the evidence is Nowunequivocal.that’snot to say I don’t have a green conscience, or the average Joe in the street doesn’t work hard to preserve the planet, but as far as the individual goes, but the absolute truth is that in the vast, vast majority of cases – both at times of struggle and even when things are less chaotic –they are not willing to make big sacriﬁces. Now while I respect and admire the green agenda, and like everyone else, would love us to do even more all of the time, when it comes to the actual choices individuals are making there is a clear path that says, ‘money before the environment’. Why does this matter? Well, in the short-term it doesn’t. Many of us are living month by month and that’s the only priority for us, and rightly so. What I think is important Martin Lewis He’s the UK’s leading money saving expert - a journalist and presenter who has kept millions of pounds in people’s pockets as well as lifting the lid on the threats and dangers we need to be aware of as consumers. In this month’s column, Martin Lewis looks at whether it’s possible to still be green at times of real economic restraint. though is that, in future, it would be nice if people are being incentivised to go green, and doing so means we are given all the support we expect from government. We expect tax cuts on fuel and a decrease in oil price to be reﬂected at the pump; we expect utility providers to play by the rules with clear billing and fair price schemes; we expect home insulation initiatives to really add up in the shortterm, not 25 years down the line; and we expect new customer incentives to be accompanied by Interested 929 036

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Angus Thirlwell recounts the early days of Hotel Chocolat, and reveals why local knowledge has had such a part to play in what is now a global brand.

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“It’s true, I eat chocolate every day,” says Angus Thirlwell, entrepreneur and co-founder of Hotel Chocolat. “My wife can tell when I haven’t. I‘ll get in a slightly bad mood.”

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That ﬁrst taster shop was a big hit and, as countryspreadpredicted,Thirlwellsuccessaroundthe-thetotal store count now exceeds 125. In another development,forward-thinkingHotelChocolat acquired its own cocoa plantation, the Rabot Estate in Saint Lucia, becoming the only UK company to grow, manufacture and distribute its own product from scratch. “We’re a very creative business. Our biggest challenge is deciding which ideas we should back, and which don’t deserve to get further than the drawing “Weboard.are a nation of chocolate lovers, and our duty is to support that fanaticism, whilst recognising the responsibility that goes with it. In the ﬁrst instance that’s things such as dairy-free recipes, but also fairtrade initiatives, and of course we always like to keep one eye on the health aspect.”

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It’s three decades since the 57-year-old ripped up the rulebook when it comes to mixing business and pleasure, setting up a confectionery company with colleague Peter Harris. Originally specialising in mints, the pair gradually evolved to focus on their first love: chocolate. Back then it was a small operation in a lock-up next to a train station, surviving thanks to £10,000 in personal loans, a figure that took a sizeable hit when a product-wrapping machine they bought turned out to be a Regardless,dud.the company gained some traction, and by the middle of the decade were one of the first to be selling their wares online. “We were pioneers,” he laughs. “We saw new methods for promoting a classic product, and

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The fashion experts seem to be at odds with one another. Some believe autumn and winter fashion will retain the pastel shades that have patterned so much summer sheen; others are ready to embrace the greys and blacks of rainy days that will surely follow as the months trip by. Which suits you best?

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While other colours and tones may be tipped to dominate, the old favourite white will always be cleaning up in the background. Famously versatile, endlessly expressive and with more shades and variations than any other colour, the only downside to white is the washing powder bill!

The fashion experts seem to be at odds with one another. Some believe autumn and winter fashion will retain the pastel shades that have patterned so much summer sheen; others are ready to embrace the greys and blacks of rainy days that will surely follow as the months trip by. Which suits you best?

Look great in greys Sustainability has been a massive theme on the runways for a good few years now, yet the colours on show have often gone against a mood of caution and That’scare.why the adoption of grey shades is an interesting shift in 2022, with designers intimating the colour represents a change of pace, where thought and intelligence in grey knocks back the buoyant, acidic tones that patterned the shop windows in previous years. Black to basics While, in the past, black has found itself mixed with bright shades to provide contrast, for the latter months of 2022 the message is to embrace the very darkest, deepest and shiniest elements of this moody colour. Ink blacks are the perfect exemplar of this fashionaccordingimagetothehouses,with a typically neutral colour being encouraged to take centre stage. Keeping in with pinks and purples They are shades that once may have once been considered the choice of the very old, the very young or the reckless, but according to the fashion set, pinks and purples is very much in. From dusky and elegant pinks at Marc Jacobs, to more violent blue and peach shades at Matty Bovan, the beautifully coloured tones have spread right the way through to hair colour - think rebellious, to extremely chic. Yellows and oranges The lighter the pastel shades you adopt, the more you need to factor in the limitations of paler complexions. That said, lighter tones perfectly complement delicate shades such as dreamy lilacs (whereas darker skins look fab with bold yellows and rich peach hues). Nature’s nod Any kind of green or blue shade generally feels more outrageous when it comes to our clothes colours, but these can still retain a feminine edge, particularly when you choose a lighter tint. Beige has had its day The move to brown in recent Colour Con ict

years is as a direct reaction to beige, which many consider has been overdone in the past couple of years. While beige offers a versatility that brown doesn’t, the fashionistas have put their weight behind a brazenly 1970s look that celebrates the true chocolate choice of 2022. And don’t forget about… white While other colours and tones may be tipped to dominate, the old favourite white will always be cleaning up in the background. Famously versatile, endlessly expressive and with more shades and variations than any other colour, the only downside to white is the washing powder bill!

Ultimately, the biggest factor as to whether you can pull off any of the gorgeous grades is your attitude, so be it candy ﬂoss pink, electric yellow or an unapologetic jet black, wear that colour with pride.

The fashion experts seem to be at odds with one another. Some believe autumn and winter fashion will retain the pastel shades that have patterned so much summer sheen; others are ready to embrace the greys and blacks of rainy days that will surely follow as the months trip by. Which suits you best?

Ultimately, the biggest factor as to whether you can pull off any of the gorgeous grades is your attitude, so be it candy ﬂoss pink, electric yellow or an unapologetic jet black, wear that colour with pride. Look great in greys Sustainability has been a massive theme on the runways for a good few years now, yet the colours on show have often gone against a mood of caution and That’scare.why the adoption of grey shades is an interesting shift in 2022, with designers intimating the colour represents a change of pace, where thought and intelligence in grey knocks back the buoyant, acidic tones that patterned the shop windows in previous years. Black to basics While, in the past, black has found itself mixed with bright shades to provide contrast, for the latter months of 2022 the message is to embrace the very darkest, deepest and shiniest elements of this moody colour. Ink blacks are the perfect exemplar of this fashionaccordingimagetothehouses,with a typically neutral colour being encouraged to take centre stage. Keeping in with pinks and purples They are shades that once may have once been considered the choice of the very old, the very young or the reckless, but according to the fashion set, pinks and purples is very much in. From dusky and elegant pinks at Marc Jacobs, to more violent blue and peach shades at Matty Bovan, the beautifully coloured tones have spread right the way through to hair colour - think rebellious, to extremely chic. Yellows and oranges The lighter the pastel shades you adopt, the more you need to factor in the limitations of paler complexions. That said, lighter tones perfectly complement delicate shades such as dreamy lilacs (whereas darker skins look fab with bold yellows and rich peach hues). Nature’s nod Any kind of green or blue shade generally feels more outrageous when it comes to our clothes colours, but these can still retain a feminine edge, particularly when you choose a lighter tint. Beige has had its day The move to brown in recent

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lot more difficult to sit still in a garden anyway, but just getting out there, soaking up the air and feeling the natural goodness around you, is really inspiring. I get mucky every day when I’m at home, and if I’ve got a day of work or filming that will take me away from the house, I’ll always make sure I step out and spend some peaceful time alone before I leave – it sort of sets me up for the day. Ultimately, what it’s all about is being out there, and believing you are making a difference. I’ve always thought however tiny a patch of ground you have, if you look after it well when you shuffle off your mortal coil you’ve paid your rent for your life on Earth. To leave that space just a little bit better than how it was previously is a very special thing, and no wintry rainstorm should stop us from wanting to achieve that!

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He’s a brilliant presenter, accomplished gardener, talented novelist and allround horticultural inspiration. This month, Alan Titchmarsh discusses the changing seasons, and why he ventures out into his garden in any weather. I’ve been talking to a number of people over these summer months and it’s always a pleasure. Naturally, it feels like the part of the year where we all come out and celebrate what it is to have a space that is all ours – we all share in the successes and, okay, some of the failures too! Yet what’s interesting is the fact the longer the summer goes on, the more the chat seems to evolve. There is an unspoken devil in the air, and it goes by the name of winter, where gardeners all across the UK dread not just the hibernation of some of the creatures in their garden, but their own removal or withdrawal from service as the skies grow darker and rain threatens. Of course, I can see why so many of us sink into this mindset of what is effectively a subconscious filling of time before things start to pick up again in early spring. Though as I have said on many occasions, there are still so many plants that flourish across the winter months that we can take real pleasure from, so I would be firm in encouraging people to look at winter as a lot more than just a time when we feel like stepping off carousel.gardeningtheCertainly,myroutineinthosequietermonthsneverchanges.Whetherrain,hail,sleetorsnow,Iwillalwayspotteraroundthegarden.Okay,sointhewintermonthsit’sagardeningcarousel.

lot more difﬁcult to sit still in a garden anyway, but just getting out there, soaking up the air and feeling the natural goodness around you, is really inspiring. I get mucky every day when I’m at home, and if I’ve got a day of work or ﬁlming that will take me away from the house, I’ll always make sure I step out and spend some peaceful time alone before I leave – it sort of sets me up for the day.

I’ve always thought however tiny a patch of ground you have, if you look after it well when you shufﬂe off your mortal coil you’ve paid your rent for your life on Earth. To leave that space just a little bit better than how it was previously is a very special thing, and no wintry rainstorm should stop us from wanting to achieve that!

He’s a brilliant presenter, accomplished gardener, talented novelist and allround horticultural inspiration. This month, Alan Titchmarsh discusses the changing seasons, and why he ventures out into his garden in any weather. I’ve been talking to a number of people over these summer months and it’s always a pleasure. Naturally, it feels like the part of the year where we all come out and celebrate what it is to have a space that is all ours – we all share in the successes and, okay, some of the failures too! Yet what’s interesting is the fact the longer the summer goes on, the more the chat seems to evolve. There is an unspoken devil in the air, and it goes by the name of winter, where gardeners all across the UK dread not just the hibernation of some of the creatures in their garden, but their own removal or withdrawal from service as the skies grow darker and rain threatens. Of course, I can see why so many of us sink into this mindset of what is effectively a subconscious filling of time before things start to pick up again in early spring. Though as I have said on many occasions, there are still so many plants that flourish across the winter months that we can take real pleasure from, so I would be firm in encouraging people to look at winter as a lot more than just a time when we feel like stepping off

Ultimately, what it’s all about is being out there, and believing you are making a difference.

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1. Heat a large, heavy-based saucepan over a medium to high heat. When the pan is hot, add the tomatoes and fry for 4-5 minutes, or until they have started to break down. Add into this the garlic, basil, tomato purée and two tablespoons of olive oil. Continue to cook for a further 1-2 minutes.

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It’s amazing how a simple mow of the lawn can transform it from a rough and rugged outside vista into a stylish statement of beautifully bladed ﬁnesse. Yet while the best machines on the market will wow you not just with their mowing magniﬁcence but a price-tag to match also, there are some basic models that will set you back less than £50.

8. A hose Finally, you’ll need your garden’s life source, water, available on tap, literally. Hence, a good hose for watering is essential, and certainly saves you lugging a watering can up and down the garden!

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3. A soil knife A soil knife (or hori-hori) is a Japanese tool with a blade on one side and a serrated edge on the other. It will cut through roots deep in the soil, so weeding and plant removal from deep in the ground is quick and easy… and dare we say it, rather satisfying!

6. Shovel and trowel There’s nothing quite like digging a hole when wanting to feel connected to nature; and providing your back can deal with the impact of hammering a metal blade into soil that, inevitably, will have lumps of rock in it, shovel away to your heart’s content. For smaller areas, and when tending to garden beds, a trowel is a must-have.

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5. Rake Leaf debris can make even the healthiest of gardens appear unkempt, but your friendly rake will sweep aside any dead matter to give the lawn a smooth ﬁnish. And, of course, you can also use it on soil. 6. Shovel and trowel There’s nothing quite like digging a hole when wanting to feel connected to nature; and providing your back can deal with the impact of hammering a metal blade into soil that, inevitably, will have lumps of rock in it, shovel away to your heart’s content. For smaller areas, and when tending to garden beds, a trowel is a must-have.

7. Kneeling pad For little more than a ﬁver you can save your knees from impending, aching doom with a soft kneeling pad.

2. Pruning shears So much to do with gardening involves keeping nature at bay, so getting a decent pair of pruning shears is essential. Whether trimming back rose stems or dealing with an unruly bush, regular pruning will maximise light, enabling all areas of your garden to ﬂourish.

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7. Kneeling pad For little more than a ﬁver you can save your knees from impending, aching doom with a soft kneeling pad.

5. Rake Leaf debris can make even the healthiest of gardens appear unkempt, but your friendly rake will sweep aside any dead matter to give the lawn a smooth ﬁnish. And, of course, you can also use it on soil.

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3. A soil knife A soil knife (or hori-hori) is a Japanese tool with a blade on one side and a serrated edge on the other. It will cut through roots deep in the soil, so weeding and plant removal from deep in the ground is quick and easy… and dare we say it, rather satisfying!

It’s amazing how a simple mow of the lawn can transform it from a rough and rugged outside vista into a stylish statement of beautifully bladed ﬁnesse. Yet while the best machines on the market will wow you not just with their mowing magniﬁcence but a price-tag to match also, there are some basic models that will set you back less than £50.

A trip to the garden centre can sometimes be a confusing and bewildering experience. Everything on display, feasibly, has a purpose, and a good one at that – but at risk of blowing your entire budget on the latest equipment that promises to energise the ﬂora and fauna of your outside space, here are our top eight tools that every garden must have. and in small ruts, meaning

4. Weeder A weeder is brilliant for removing plant matter thatandslabs,betweencaughtpavingalongedgesinsmallruts,meaningthedaysofbackbreaking yanking of weeds are over.

A trip to the garden centre can sometimes be a confusing and bewildering experience. Everything on display, feasibly, has a purpose, and a good one at that – but at risk of blowing your entire budget on the latest equipment that promises to energise the ﬂora and fauna of your outside space, here are our top eight tools that every garden must have. and in small ruts, meaning blade

2. Pruning shears So much to do with gardening involves keeping nature at bay, so getting a decent pair of pruning shears is essential. Whether trimming back rose stems or dealing with an unruly bush, regular pruning will maximise light, enabling all areas of your garden to ﬂourish.

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While e-bikes are experiencing a much smoother ride through to public and e-scooter companies are eager to prove their products are not dangerous, using technology to paint a picture of safety. In the United States, company LINK has designed a system called Pedestrian Defense. This, incorporated into the scooter itself, detects improper usage and responds by sending the rider a warning. In extreme cases it can even stop the scooter completely. Critics have suggested though that for as long as some of the density of our cities blocks a full signal, the system may be ﬂawed.

The adaption of the technology may well be something riders voluntarily take, however, to the extent they piggyback a signal onto their own phone device. This is because the same system can also reward good riding with future product and hire discounts. It can also warn riders if they park somewhere inappropriate, such as if they’re blocking a driveway, and can even link to social areas where, for instance, they can park up. As far as e-bikes go, expected growth over the next ﬁve years is estimated at around 11% per year. As a combined elevation, that means 75% more e-bikes on the road than now. That, in turn, should lead to a huge decrease in price for a product that, at the moment, can comfortably cost as much as a motorcycle. Avenue may not all be ‘scooter loopy’ about the prospect of two-wheeled electric vehicles zooming around our neighbourhoods, but the era of electric scooters and e-bikes is very much here, and with technological developments, this innovative mode of transport should become safer… for all of us. riders with their own vehicles. surge in popularity Since Covid-19, and bolstered by the acceptance of electric cars, the adoption of twowheeled scooter and bike technology has boomed. Other than steering and displaying basic road reasonableareElectricridersequippingcompanies,commercialthealsoTheircounterparts.thanalsopedallingusenothere’sawareness,prettymucheffortrequiredtoane-scooter,withone-bikesmucheasiertheirmanualpopularityhascoincidedwithrecentboomintakeawaywhoaredeliverywiththeirownvehicles.scootersande-bikesalsoeconomical,comewithstreetcred,andof course the beneﬁt of leaving the car at home is a blessing for governments around the world tasked with reducing emissions. Legality In the UK, there are 49 different e-scooter hire trials running, and these services remain the only way which you can legally operate such a vehicle in public. It’s possible to use your own e-scooter in private space, but not outside on public highways or pavements.

The adaption of the technology may well be something riders voluntarily take, however, to the extent they piggyback a signal onto their own phone device. This is because the same system can also reward good riding with future product and hire discounts. It can also warn riders if they park somewhere inappropriate, such as if they’re blocking a driveway, and can even link to social areas where, for instance, they can park up. As far as e-bikes go, expected growth over the next ﬁve years is estimated at around 11% per year. As a combined elevation, that means 75% more e-bikes on the road than now. That, in turn, should lead to a huge decrease in price for a product that, at the moment, can comfortably cost as much as a motorcycle.

Love Where You Live Mirfield in Bloom hope that you have enjoyed the many floral displays to be found around the town and in Lower Hopton. Our many volunteers have spent a great deal of time planting, watering, deadheading, litter picking and even painting bridges to ensure our town looks at its best, so we can all “Love Where We Live”, our motto.

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We may not all be ‘scooter loopy’ about the prospect of two-wheeled electric vehicles zooming around our neighbourhoods, but the era of electric scooters and e-bikes is very much here, and with technological developments, this innovative mode of transport should become safer… for all of us. can future Formed in 2017 by Chair Ruth Edwards, Mirfield in Bloom has annually entered the Yorkshire in Bloom competition, winning Gold Medals and Commendations. This year we were asked by Yorkshire in Bloom to represent Yorkshire in the Royal Horticultural Society Britain in Bloom competition in the large town category. On 4th August we welcomed to Mirfield the judges from Britain in Bloom, Ann Holland and Geraldine King. They undertook a 4-hour tour of the town inspecting our work. Their deliberations will be announced on the 12th October at the Britain in Bloom Awards Ceremony in AfterLondon.the judging, the Mirfield in Bloom team of volunteers were joined in St Mary’s church by the Lord Lieutenant of West Yorkshire, Ed Anderson, and the Mayor of Kirklees, Cllr Masood Ahmed, for the presentation of the Queens Award for Voluntary Service. This is the highest We also work with schools, businesses in the town and community groups. If you would like to be involved in 2023, get in touch with us via our facebook page or by contacting our Chair Ruth Edwards raedwards@virginmedia.comon award given to UK volunteer groups, being equivalent to the MBE. It was awarded to Mirfield in Bloom in June 2022 in recognition of their exceptional work in their community. The crystal award and the certificate signed by Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth are currently on display in Mirfield library. As well as the floral displays in the town centre and on the river and canal bridges, Mirfield in Bloom encourages and supports community groups to enhance their local areas, the examples.Drive,Estate,neighbourhood,SunnybankBlakeHallLowerHopton,LodgeStMary’sareaareall

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Whereas in the past those earning degrees would focus on a usingsubject,thatas a base for greater learning once out in the world, an expected trend is that degrees in future would factor in blended learning. This would be both in terms of less rigid subject matter and in how subjects are taught - for instance, a mixture of in-person, programmes,location-basedexperiential teaching, and virtual learning. Indeed, Cambridge University announced last year that they were making a number of their courses available online.

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Over the past two decades most universities have moved away from the concept of colossal halls packed with hundreds of students for a single lecture. It’s been accepted that smaller, more intense study groups produce better results; but the current funding shortfall may necessitate a move back to larger-scale learning environments.

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6. An increase in public/private partnerships Universities will have to continue to look outside of traditional funding means. Certainly, on the private side, there may be greater sponsorship and corporate funding options, whereby organisations may also have a stronger contribution towards provision of resources and materials.

5. Digital assessment One positive that came out of the pandemic was the drive towards achieving educational aims across digital means. While this was a process forced on teachers and students, the outcome has been a revelation, with technological solutions aiding both learning and assessment.

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8. Thanks for the ride Finally, gratitude costs nothing and even a simple ‘thank you’ to the driver will make him or her feel that much better about themselves after suffering half an hour of you bemoaning Manchester United’s recent woes.

3. Driver DJ From the minute you leave to the second you arrive, the soundtrack of your journey is deemed to be in the hands of The unspoken rules of car etiquette that come into play when you’re the passenger sharing a ride! the person behind the wheel. If, by way of a rare token of aregenerosity,driveryougracedwith the opportunity to “put something else on”, choose decisively and wisely! 4. The heat is rising In the same theme, it’s a conﬁdent – and possibly rude –passenger who starts messing with a car’s climate control. Sit tight and sweat it out… it’s still better than walking!

5. It’s a car, not a bin One for the kids – whether chocolate bar wrappers, football cards, Happy Meal toys or poorly mopped up orange squash, there is nothing that angers a driver more than ﬁnding his or her car resembling a bin lorry at the end of a long trip. A good passenger will clear up not just their own footwell but any loose bits of rubbish from the back seats. 6. Free petrol! Contributing towards fuel is usually something that’s laid out before a journey starts, but if this hasn’t been discussed and you ﬁnd yourself pulling up at a pump, it’s usually polite to offer… particularly considering what’s happened with prices this year. 7. The feet treat Your pinkies should always be kept out of sight. Raising them to the height of the dashboard – and leaving them there – is a one-way ticket to taking the bus next time.

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The most popular colour of car for those rolling off the production line in 2020 was grey/silver, accounting for one in four cars. Continuing the shift from previous years, that kept black back in second place (with a 20% market share), after it lost top spot in 2018. White cars come in third (17.5%) with blue in fourth That(17%).means those four colours account for very nearly seven out of 10 new cars in the UK. An interesting shift towards lighter colours is thought to have come about because of electric cars. Typically, when purchasing these, there is thought to be a subconscious leaning towards brighter, more uplifting and emotionally positive colours – white particularly. Overall car colours Compared to overall (rather than just new) car

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loves of the people who inhabit it. It’s a place that needs to be responsive to the people. The very ﬁrst part of that must always be shelter, and security, in all conditions. Once you’ve solved that you can start experimenting and having a bit of fun. With that in mind, I think entertainment space is rapidly becoming a priority; and with the cost of living continuing to increase, this will be even more the case going forward, where perhaps we’re swapping eating out for eating in.

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Perhaps another thing I have noticed is the prominence of multiple toilets in new homes being built. It seems we have almost as many toilets now as we do bedrooms, which in many ways is a strange excess, but one that points to convenience (literally!) and a desire to make our lives as practical as possible. As for the future design trends, well in truth I wouldn’t know one if it hit me in the face! I am someone who appreciates design and the vision of what our buildings should be, but even my own tastes have evolved tremendously over the past 10 years, so I would hate to speculate what will and won’t be fashionable or on trend further down the line. There is that saying, “architecture is so slow there is no point trying to be fashionable with it because by the time you’ve built something it’s already out of date!”, and I think there is a lot of truth in Asthat.for what I think are perennially good architectural habits, it’s a case of remembering the old staple that a good building will always fulﬁl the needs and alphabet

Well, with tongue ﬁrmly in cheek, I’ll begin by noting that these days there is an unending appetite for bifold doors! It is a trend that makes perfect sense really as people look to bring the outdoors indoors (and vice versa, to a lesser extent!), but it’s rare you don’t see these in any new development Therenow. has also been a signiﬁcant movement from tones of brown and black to the real on-trend colour of the moment, which is grey. I’ve always thought there is a real versatility to grey and that seems in evidence. It’s chic, subtle, doesn’t show up dirt, and offers a classy element that few other colours can replicate. Perhaps another thing I have noticed is the prominence of multiple toilets in new homes being built. It seems we have almost as many toilets now as we do bedrooms, which in many ways is a strange excess, but one that points to convenience (literally!) and a desire to make our lives as practical as possible. As for the future design trends, well in truth I wouldn’t know one if it hit me in the face! I am someone who appreciates design and the vision of what our buildings should be, but even my own tastes have evolved tremendously over the past 10 years, so I would hate to speculate what will and won’t be fashionable or on trend further down the line.

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loves of the people who inhabit it. It’s a place that needs to be responsive to the people. The very ﬁrst part of that must always be shelter, and security, in all conditions. Once you’ve solved that you can start experimenting and having a bit of fun. With that in mind, I think entertainment space is rapidly becoming a priority; and with the cost of living continuing to increase, this will be even more the case going forward, where perhaps we’re swapping eating out for eating in.

Designer, writer and television presenter, Kevin McCloud leapt into our consciousness with his vastly successful Grand Designs show on Channel 4. This month, the affable architectural business owner talks about the evolution of design and design trends in 2022, and beyond. It’s over 20 years since Grand Designs ﬁrst appeared as a concept, and in marking that anniversary I’ve had a number of people ask me how new design and inwhatchangedarchitecturalof-the-momentplanninghasoverthatperiod,andevolutionwemightseefuture.

Well, with tongue ﬁrmly in cheek, I’ll begin by noting that these days there is an unending appetite for bifold doors! It is a trend that makes perfect sense really as people look to bring the outdoors indoors (and vice versa, to a lesser extent!), but it’s rare you don’t see these in any new development Therenow. has also been a signiﬁcant movement from tones of brown and black to the real on-trend colour of the moment, which is grey. I’ve always thought there is a real versatility to grey and that seems in evidence. It’s chic, subtle, doesn’t show up dirt, and offers a classy element that few other colours can replicate.

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Let the light in Pull back the curtains, wash the windows and let the natural light flood in. If your home is naturally gloomy, use large mirrors to create the illusion of space and brightness, and don’t forget to fill the place with fresh air too. Go green Not only does the colour green bring life and vigour to your home décor, it also possesses meditative qualities which quieten and soothe the mind. Texturise Reclaimed wood is very popular in interior design right now, and this characterful, evolving material also adds an earthy warmth to your home. Any natural material, in fact, is ideal for the biophilic trend, from wool blankets to granite countertops and stone ornaments – just be ambitious, and let the outdoors flow in.

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