East Riding Mag: West Hull Villages Edition - Issue No.61 - September 2019

September 2019

Issue No.61

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Welcome & Contents

Editor’s note

Welcome to the September edition I hope you are all well and enjoying the mild weather that we are enjoying at the moment. In This edition we have another wide and varied selection of articles and news stories to keep you informed and entertained. All our regular columns are here too - including Roy’s Wine, Rebekah’s Beauty Box, Fiona’s Food For Thought and the Hull City column. We also have some very interesting one off articles such as ‘Nomophobia’ and lots of business features with the upcoming East Yorkshire Business Expo in October.

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We would like to encourage anyone who has an interesting story to tell to contact us with it - as we are looking for local stories about Hull and the East Riding of Yorkshire. It can be a local history article, or it may be about someone who deserves recognition - in fact anything that will make for an interesting and engaging piece for our readers to enjoy.

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FROM THE STYLE COUNCIL

(featuring Anthony Harty of The Style Council) play The Leopard at DONCASTER on

Saturday 9th November 2019!

This Autumn sees From The Style Council announce a handful of November 2019 UK Dates.

From The Style Council are an impressive 7 piece band featuring former member of The Style Council guitar player Anthony Harty.

They play the songs made famous by The Style Council and bring back the full flavour and arrangements with this exciting live band.

Grammy award winner Anthony Harty was the original bass player and occasional guitarist in The Style Council, joining at the age of 16 in 1983. The Style Council formed in 1983 by Paul Weller. With a career spanning a 35 years, Anthony has played with over a hundred bands and artistes, but it’s The Style Council that remains a firm favourite, having had 7 Top 10 hits.

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Spandau Ballet sold millions of records worldwide. Martin is a huge TV personality starring in the likes of The Krays & Eastenders alongside his famous role in Spandau Ballet. Martin also starred on the West End in the hit musical ‘Chicago’ whilst still finding time to appear in Channel 4s “Celebrity Island with Bear Grylls” Saturday 26th October WAKEFIELD – Warehouse 23 Box Office No: 0871 220 0260 Doors – 7.30pm Tickets - £20.00 advance

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From The Style Council are keeping alive all those timeless songs including ‘Shout To The Top’,

‘Speak Like A Child’, ‘You’re The Best Thing’, ‘Walls Come Tumbling Down!’, ‘My Ever Changing Moods’ and ‘Long Hot Summer’, plus well known album tracks and b-sides.

Delivering a set of well-known songs from the band’s most successful period, Anthony and his band of superb musicians deliver a show to remember keeping the music from this iconic band alive with a stamp of authenticity that sets them apart from the rest!

Let’s Shout To The Top! From The Style Council are: Anthony Harty (Vocals / Guitar), Tony Wilsonham (Bass), Tony Robinson (Trumpet), Billy Davidson (Sax), Mike Roberts (Keys), Neil Bullock (Drums) and Caroline Byrne Clarke (Backing Vocals).

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Hull on Sunday 13th October 2019!

Bad Manners are an English Second Wave (2 Tone) ska revival band. They quickly became the novelty favourites of the fad through their bald, enormousbodied frontman’s on-stage antics, earning early exposure through their Top of The Pops TV exploits and an appearance in the live film documentary, Dance Craze.

Fronted by Buster Bloodvessel (born Douglas Trendle), the band was formed in 1976 while the members were together at Woodberry Down Comprehensive School near Manor House, North London. They were at their most popular during the late 1970s and early 1980s, during a period when other ska revival bands, such as Madness and The Specials and The Selecter, filled the charts.

Bad Manners spent 111 weeks in the UK Singles Chart between 1980 and 1983. After becoming popular in London, Bad Manners signed to Magnet Records in 1980 for a six figure sum, and then became more

well known. Some of Bad Manners’ more notable hits include “My Girl Lollipop”, “Lip Up Fatty”, “Ne Ne Na Na Na Na Nu Nu”, “Lorraine”, “Just A Feeling”, “Walking In The Sunshine”, “Can Can” and “Special Brew”.

One of the main reasons for their notoriety was their outlandish huge-tongued and shaven-headed frontman, Buster Bloodvessel. His manic exploits got them banned from the British BBC TV chart show Top of the Pops.

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Water Leaks: What Are You Covered For Whether it’s running out of your shower or helping you make a cup of coffee, water is an essential part of our day – but when it’s leaking in your home, water can be nothing short of a disaster.

The Association of British Insurers suggests that insurance companies pay out over £1.8m for water-related claims every single day – making it one of the most common significant problems we face as homeowners or tenants.

The trouble is, we tend not to think about water damage until it’s too late – sometimes leaving ourselves liable for any repair costs.

To avoid being out of pocket, it’s important to understand a few water-related terms – along with exactly what your insurance policy covers you for.

‘Escape of water’ vs ‘flooding’

Not all water damage is considered the same by insurance companies, and as such, they usually refer to either “escape of water” or “flooding”. Escape of water is used to describe any situation in which water has leaked from somewhere it shouldn’t - for instance, a washing machine, a blocked toilet, central heating system, frozen and damaged pipes, and so forth.

Flood damage is water that’s entered your home from outside – perhaps from river bursting its banks, a broken water main, or similar.

It’s worth noting that escape of water claims generally don’t automatically include instances where there’s an element of negligence involved – if you’ve accidentally let a bath run over or you’ve drilled into a water pipe while doing some DIY for example.

You should double-check with your insurance provider – but situations like these generally need ‘accidental damage’ cover on top of the basic policy.

Finding the problem

Water can be a tricky customer to deal with. While a damp spot that’s showing on your ceiling might lead you to believe you know where the problem’s coming from, the evidence of a water leak often shows up a long way from the source of the issue.

As such, a good insurance policy will include cover for ‘Trace and Access’. Trace and Access is the process involved with both finding the leak – and getting into the root of the problem to fix it. Usually, a specialist company with water detection equipment will need to come to your property and spend a little time tracking the leak down.

Without trace and access cover, the process of finding a leak can be a bit of a ‘lucky dip’ that may involve lifting your floor, opening your walls, or digging under gardens and driveways. Because of this, it’s well worth checking to make sure it’s something included in your

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policy – it has the potential to save you a lot of money and disruption.

Maintaining your home

Insurance policies almost always require a homeowner or tenant to make sure the property is maintained in a way that helps to prevent leaks.

This means, if you have to make a claim for a leak, the company providing your cover may ask to see evidence that your central heating system has been properly maintained, or that any damage done isn’t something you’ve been ignoring for months or years!

Make sure you check for any signs of leaks in your property.

Frequently dropping boiler pressure can often be a sign that there’s something wrong – as can suddenly noticing that your water meter is clocking up more water use than normal. There’s no surefire way to protect yourself from all leaks – but staying alert can be the difference between your insurance company paying out, or the bill hitting your pocket.

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The Pros and Cons of Equity Release A lot of people aged over 55 find themselves in the position of owning a property with a soon to be paid off mortgage but little cash to spare.

With retirement on the horizon, many consider releasing equity from their property to free up some money. In fact, almost 39,000 homeowners used Equity Release in 2018 alone.

But should you consider Equity Release and how will such a substantial loan affect your future finances?

What is Equity Release?

Equity Release is a type of loan that is secured against your home.

If you qualify, you can draw a lump sum of money or regular smaller sums, from the value of your home.

A big appeal of Equity Release is that despite the loan being secured against your property, you can still live there.

The amount of equity you can release from your property depends on many factors including: l Your property’s value l How much equity you own in the property l Your age l The amount of income you have or may have for the duration of the loan l Your health l The type of property you live in l Your credit history

How does it work?

When you apply for Equity Release, the lender will arrange for your house to be valued. They’ll want to know how much equity is currently in the property as usually the more equity you own, the higher the amount you can borrow.

Is Equity Release popular?

According to the Equity Release Council, there is a huge demand for Equity Release loans with double the amount of lenders now offering the product since 2016.

In August 2018, 139 Equity Release schemes were available, which is a rapid increase on the 58 schemes offered two years ago.

What can the money from Equity Release be used for?

There are lots of reason as to why a homeowner might take out an Equity Release loan including: l Home improvements l To go travelling l Retirement fund l To help a relative on to the property ladder

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Can you use the funds to settle debts?

Some people also take out an Equity Release loan to settle their debts.

This can work out cheaper than paying interest for several loans or debts however, you should always compare the interest for the debts against the interest you will pay for the Equity Release loan.

When do you pay back the loan?

The remaining balance is paid back when you die or move into longterm care. Your house will be valued by an independent surveyor (in case the property value has increased or decreased) and then it will be sold.

Any proceeds of the sale will be used to clear your Equity Release loan and anything left is given to you or inherited by your beneficiaries.

What are the pros of Equity Release? l You can take the money in a lump sum, as drawdown or as a home reversion plan l You don’t have to move l Usually no monthly payments

l Some products will allow you to release more Equity in the future l Releasing cash against your home could allow you to gift money to family, free of inheritance tax What are the cons of Equity Release? l Releasing equity could affect your entitlement to certain benefits l Your property could decrease in value and so after paying back your loan from the sale of our home, you may be left with less money than you thought l Releasing equity from your property will decrease the amount of inheritance you might leave l Any early repayments could result in a penalty charge. l No other loans could be taken out against your home l The interest of the loan can build up quickly and can be expensive.

Check the small print Before signing any contract with a lender, read through the terms of your loan and make sure you understand: l When you are expected to pay the full loan l The rate of interest you will be charged l How the loan could affect any benefits you recieve You should also check that the lender is a member of the Equity Release Council. This will give you some assurance and will also mean that they have a no negative equity guarantee.

This is important as this guarantee ensures that if your loan exceeds the value of your property, that the lender will take this risk and will not ask you to meet the shortfall.

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Don’t move, improve: five ways to incorporate wellbeing into your home renovation - from lighting to acoustics and indoor plants From adding colour on your walls to making the most of natural light, consider these vital points before your home makeover starts.

More than half of Northerners are keen to renovate the home they’re in, rather than face the cost and upheaval of moving, according to new figures.

Our surroundings are pivotal to our wellbeing, so it’s important to make positive changes that enhance our home and lifestyle.

The recent study reveals that 59 per cent of Northern homeowners are taking the “don’t move, improve” approach and sprucing up their living space.

“Renovations allow homeowners to create homes that reflect their needs and tastes, with the potential added benefit of adding value in the long term,” says Lindsey Adams of Dalton Spire Limited. Almost half of those (46 per cent) polled in the study said they wanted to improve the look of their home for their own benefit, rather than to sell in the

future.

Mikki Glover, renovation and interiors expert and senior partner at MG Design Consortium, shares her tips on how you can promote wellbeing and enhance your lifestyle by addressing commonly overlooked aspects of home design, from boosting natural light to the artwork you put on your walls.

1. Lighting The more natural light we’re exposed to, the better for our health and mood. So think about the lighting layout of your home and how you can make the most of natural light. You could remove interior walls that block light, or you might add extra windows, or widen hallways.

Spend time in each room at different times of the day to see where the light falls. This can help you figure out which rooms benefit from the most daylight, and when.

You might then decide to switch their use around to make the most of the light.

A good night’s sleep is vital to our wellbeing so consider how you’ll block out the light in your

bedroom. Fit blackout blinds or shutters to make sure you’re getting enough shut-eye and you’ll wake up refreshed.

It’s also important to think about the atmosphere you want to create.

If it’s cosiness you crave, choose a warm white light bulb rather than a bright white one. Dimmers work well for bedrooms and bathrooms.

“If you are getting ready for work in the morning you might opt for a bright, light-filled bedroom and bathroom, but want the lights dimmed when you’re winding down and getting ready for sleep,” says Mikki Glover.

roof terrace is the same or similar to when doors to the outside are pushed back.”

3. Colour and art Before painting your walls, consider how each room will be used. Do you want to create a cosy space to unwind in during the evenings, or perhaps have a feature wall to form a talking point at parties?

2. Plants A selection of succulents will bring colour, calm and serenity to your home, while air-purifying plants such as peace lilies and ferns will look attractive as they help rid the air of toxins and pollutants.

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If you decide to renovate your garden or roof terrace, think about attracting insects, too. Bee-friendly plants such as lavender and rosemary are ideal for roof terraces.

A herb garden of sage, parsley and basil, which can thrive on a sunny outside windowsill, will also attract insects.

If you want to bring the outside indoors, create flow from the terrace or garden to your living space by using similar-coloured plants both inside and out.

Dalton Spire’s Lindsey Adams has a great tip for boosting the effect: “Ensure that the flooring that links your living space to a garden or

It’s no surprise that colour impacts mood. Darker shades create a dramatic and cosy feel, which can form the ideal backdrop for a picture wall. Lighter colours, including pastels, can help us feel more awake.

While red is historically seen as a powerful colour, greens are associated with tranquillity and harmony. If you want to create a relaxing space, consider painting your walls pale blue. This calm colour is associated with peace, balance and order.

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Think about how the artworks you hang will make you feel. Whether you put up a run of favourite photos, a colourful statement abstract or a picture wall with a mix of shapes, sizes and frames, it’s an ideal opportunity to create a happy, evocative space that can be full of memories.

“Surround yourself with pictures of friends and family, quotes that inspire you and landscape scenes from holidays that you’ve loved,” suggests Lindsey Adams.

4. Spatial design When renovating or extending a room it’s important to think about storage. Having a place for everything will create a calm, clutter-free, minimalist space.

Think about your furniture arrangements and where objects will be kept. For example, treasures on a mantelpiece will bring back happy memories each time you see them, but too many on display could create unwanted clutter.

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Invest in a few storage boxes for pieces you want to keep handy but not necessarily in sight - and have a good decluttering session before you begin your renovation.

Consider whether you will be using the space to entertain or to unwind. “Position chairs in groups or sofas facing one another to encourage interaction,” suggests Adams.

5. Acoustics If you have neighbours on either side of your house or you live in a flat, you may want to think about how the sound travels in your home.

Improve the acoustics for you and your neighbours by making sure floors are properly insulated, adding double glazing and proper sound insulation.

Think about swapping out internal doors for double-glazed versions or adding wall dividers. A run of wall cupboards or freestanding screens will also help to reduce noise travel in the home.

Other noise-cutting tips include having designated zones for phone calls, acoustic ceiling tiles and carpeted floors.

It’s worth thinking about adding proper insulation between floor joists and stud walls. And if you’re taking on a loft conversion but share a party wall with a neighbour who has also converted their loft, put in the best sound insulation that you can afford.

“Being able to block out noise will help create a calm, productive and happy living space,” Mikki Glover adds.

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Young Britons believe dream of owning home is over, survey says Santander survey suggests only a quarter of under-34’s could own a home by 2026 One of Britain’s biggest mortgage lenders has found that 70% of young people now believe that the homeownership dream is over for their generation.

Having carried out the largestever survey of potential first-time buyers, Santander said its own figures suggest less than 25% of 18- to 34-year-olds will be in a position to buy a home by the year 2026.

The Spanish-owned bank said that while 91% of the young people interviewed still aspire to own a home, over two-thirds said it was unlikely to happen unless they received the deposit

from their parents. Back in 2006, around half of those under 34 were able to get on the property ladder, the bank said.

The study found that the sharpest fall in first-time buyer homeownership has been among those on middle-incomes – those earning between £20,000 and £30,000 this year. Of the new buyers who had been able to buy, two-thirds reported having household incomes of more than £40,000.

Miguel Sard, managing director of Santander Mortgages, said: “It’s clear that while the aspiration to own a home is just as strong as in previous generations, it’s a dream that is looking increasingly out of reach. Without change, homeownership in the UK is at

risk of becoming the preserve of only the wealthiest young buyers over the next decade. This report should be a wake-up call for industry and the government to think more creatively to keep the homeownership dream alive for the next generation of first-time buyers.”

Sard said the average age of a first-time buyer has increased from 25 to 33 years old in the

last two decades, and 40% have already started a family. As a result, Santander found that the most sought-after first-time buyer property is now a three-bedroom house.

The report, entitled The future of the homeownership dream, also called for the industry and the government to rethink the mortgage market.

House prices fall unexpectedly as pre-Brexit caution bites Likelihood of no-deal departure holding people back from buying or selling, analysts say UK house prices dropped by more than expected in July with consumers becoming increasingly cautious as Brexit looms.

The Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (Rics) said prices continued to fall last month as the property market showed signs of flatlining amid the rising risks to the economy from a no-deal Brexit.

political uncertainty heighten. “All the key indicators pretty much flatlining,” he said.

Analysts said the increasing likelihood of Britain leaving the EU without a deal this autumn was holding consumers back from buying or selling a home. Retailers have also warned of households reining in their spending on biggerticket items against a backdrop of mounting Brexit risks to the economy.

The Rics house prices balance, which measures the number of estate agents and property surveyors expecting rising prices against those expecting declines, dropped to -9% in July from -1% a month ago. City economists had forecast a reading of -1%.

The latest snapshot from Halifax, published on Wednesday, also suggested that house prices fell in July. Britain’s biggest mortgage lender said the average cost of a home dipped by 0.2% in July after a drop of 0.4% in June.

Simon Rubinsohn, Rics chief economist, said house prices and sales volumes appeared to be losing momentum as Brexit and

House prices remain high relative to incomes, with growing numbers of young adults unable to get on to the property ladder. According to government figures, the number

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of people aged between 20 to 34 living with their parents has soared by 24% over the last decade to as many as one-in-four – about 3.4 million people.

The average price of a home in Britain has dropped by almost £600 in the last three months to stand at about £236,120. However, affordability remains stretched – with the cost of a typical home about eight times higher than average wages.

Russell Galley, managing director at Halifax, said there had been a drop in the number of properties being sold. However, new buyer enquiries were rising, as wage growth accelerates and as the Bank of England holds interest rates close to the lowest levels since the financial crisis.

“While economic uncertainty continues to weigh on the market, the overall trend actually remains one of comparative stability,” he said.

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Do you have nomophobia?

Do you ever get that sinking feeling when you check your pocket to find there’s an empty space where your phone should be? A wave of panic washes over you, followed by a feeling of dread. This is the phobia you never knew you had...

Don’t get me wrong, it’s annoying when I’m without my phone – sometimes it can feel like my whole life exists within that screen. Yet one day without it, and I can make it through just fine.

But for some people, the thought of not knowing where your phone is, or not having it with you, can cause real anxiety.

If the latter feels more familiar to you, that you must know where your phone is at any given moment through the day, and the thought of being without it leaves your blood running cold, you may be experiencing nomophobia.

The term is an abbreviation for ‘no-mobile-phone phobia’, which was coined during a 2008 study of anxieties experienced by mobile phone users by the Post Office. It found that nearly 53% of mobile phone users in Britain tend to be anxious when they ‘lose their mobile phone, run out of battery, or have no network coverage’.

Granted, this study is more than 10 years old, and a lot has changed in this time. Significantly, another anxiety pointed to was ‘running out of credit’ – I rest my case. But, I wonder whether things have become even worse in the last decade? Certainly, there seems to be a worrying trend among the youngest in society, with a 2017 YouGov study revealing that 38% of teens felt they couldn’t last even a day without their smartphone.

Hypnotherapist Teresa Cabron shares some insight into the problem: “Technological advancement has meant that we literally carry our daily lives around in our pocket.

We not only use our phones to instantly communicate with people anywhere in the world, but we carry out our business via emails, and we can pay for goods and services with them.”

It’s true that, as a society, we now rely on our phones more than ever before. Phones can make our lives so much easier and, yes, it’s OK to use this to your advantage.

But the danger comes when you are dependent on your phone. We shouldn’t be at the mercy of our own technology.

ARE WE ADDICTED TO OUR MOBILE PHONES? Although nomophobia isn’t in the current edition of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, it has been proposed as a ‘specific phobia’. But, in the meantime, the jury’s out as to exactly what nomophobia should be classified as.

It could be a phobia or a type of

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anxiety disorder, but, for the most part, nomophobia is synonymous with smartphone addiction. In fact, it’s predicted to be among the biggest non-drug addictions of the 21st century.

phone on your desk at work, try putting it in your bag or drawer. The aim isn’t to go completely phonefree (unless that’s your ultimate goal), it’s just to help you feel less reliant on it.

The symptoms of nomophobia are certainly akin to those of other addictions. “If you accidentally leave the house without your phone and go into a panic, this impacts you not only psychologically, but also on a physiological level,” says Cabron. “You may experience symptoms such as shaking, sweating and palpitations.”

With any phobia or addiction, professional support could help.

Although, as it is a relatively new concept, there are few scientificallybacked treatment options.

Addictive behaviour can lead to a number of psychological issues. One such factor is low self-esteem; if we are constantly seeking reassurance from our phones (usually through social media engagement), our sense of self-worth becomes reliant on our proximity to our smartphones.

HOW TO TAKE CONTROL OF YOUR RELATIONSHIP WITH YOUR PHONE The best thing is to start small. Set yourself a goal, perhaps to leave your phone at home while you pop to the shops. Or, if you leave your of uses including carpets and upholstery but there’s nothing luxurious about its harvest. There are many kinder alternatives such as organic cotton, Tencel, flannel and polyester fleece. l Be sure to read the labels of down based pillows, cushions and mattresses before buying.

Nowadays, man made performance materials, such as memory foam, are more likely to give you a better-

However, cognitive behavioural therapy and EMDR have shown to be promising options.

Another method for treating phobias and addictions is hypnotherapy. Biodun explains: “Hypnotherapy can help by alleviating the physiological symptoms that accompany the panicked feeling. This can help rationalise the situation, so the person can realise they don’t have to be a slave to technology, and can continue their lives without any illogical fears.”

The key takeaway here is that, like any phobia, nomophobia is an irrational fear. We’ve survived (and thrived) without smartphones before, and there is no reason why you can’t continue to do so – even if you do leave your phone at home. quality night’s sleep. l There are many incredible alternatives to fur and some of these are so convincing that it can be difficult to tell the difference. l Leather production is extremely harmful to the environment, but there are plenty of alternatives and clever initiatives available, such as Piñatex – a soft, lightweight and durable non-woven textile made from pineapple leaf fibre.

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1. Protect your child. The vaccine will help protect your child against flu and serious complications such as bronchitis and pneumonia 2. Protect you, your family and friends.

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A book for all tastes

Whether you’re heading on a late holiday, weekend break or just relaxing in the house, here’s our pick of the best books to see you through September For animal lovers

Cats are the Worst Everyone who has ever owned a fickle feline will be able to relate to this charming book, beautifully illustrated with watercolour depictions of all the daft things cats do from tearing up the furniture to knocking over glasses.

Gripping read Girl in the Window

l Out now, rrp £10.99

For the laughs

Senior Moments If you love to read the entertaining Senior Moments section in Meeting Place, you’ll love this laugh-outloud book which captures some of the most common mishaps and misunderstandings of later life, sprinkled with sage quotes about getting older. l Out now, rrp £6.99

lives of the women helping Yardleys bring empowering red lipstick to the masses, author Kate Thompson brought this war story to life by speaking to and even reuniting some Yardley factory friends after 70 years.

Truly Heaton grew up at Ponden Hall, a centuries old house on the Yorkshire moors, famously used as the setting in Emily Bronte’s Wuthering Heights where Cathy’s ghost taps on the window. But having run away from this historic place earlier in her life, grown up Truly is now back, although dealing with the loss of her husband and the sadness of her son.

But as she tries to rebuild her life, she discovers this house full of history still has a few more secrets and shadows to reveal. l August 8, rrp £7.99

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Escapism

The Little Vineyard in Provence

Murder mystery

The Case of the Wandering Scholar

There’s no need to head away on holiday with this lovely book that transports you straight to the most beautiful corner of southern France.

Ava’s marriage has been a lie and left with a mountain of debt, she doesn’t know where to turn. But when she learns her grandfather has left his French vineyard to her, she wonders if her fortune might just be about to turn.

There’s a kind of Dickensian glow about this captivating thriller, set in 1851 and centred around the private detective,Mrs Laetitia Rodd who receives an unusual commission from a dying wealthy businessman desperate to find his long-lost brother.

But as Mrs Rodd sets to work she discovers a network of secrets she must try to unpick before it’s too late. l Out August 8, rrp £14.99

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Secrets of the Homefront Girls England may be at war but for the girls working in the lipstick production line at Yardley’s cosmetic factory in East London, it’s business as usual. Following the

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If you saw the extraordinary BBC drama MrsWilson, you’ll love reading about the true story behind it. Here actress Ruth Wilson, who starred in the drama, tells about her grandmother Alison who, while working at MI6, met and married Alexander Wilson. But years later, when Alexander died, and she met other women who claimed to have been his wife, her whole world fell apart... l Out now, rrp £16.99

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Finding true love with ‘no drama’ - takes hard work

Romance, like much else these days, comes with the promise of infinite possibility - but what we think we want isn’t always what’s best!

Apparently, in the dating world, there’s now an epidemic of men specifying partners and relationships with “no drama”. “I understand that people want joy, laughter and happiness in their relationships,” wrote Laura Hilgers, in a New York Times essay on the phenomenon. But the men who use such phrases, she argued, “want something that doesn’t exist: a problem-free partnership with someone who has no life experience. Are they looking for a woman who never gets angry or afraid or sad, who never worries about her family or struggles in her job?”

It’s hard to say, because “drama” is so vague. That makes it a worthy successor to the now rather 70s-sounding “issues”: a label capacious enough to include people with severe personality disorders – whom you might be forgiven for wishing to avoid – but also everyone who has displayed any human emotion other than upbeat good cheer. So, by demanding “no drama”, you get to characterise your fear of difficult emotions as a simple matter of self-care. Of course you don’t want to date somebody with, you know, issues! (To be clear: if drama means emotional or physical abuse, you should definitely avoid it.) On the other hand, good luck finding a fulfilling relationship if you will only consider people with no issues.

If I have sympathy for these drama-

avoidant men, though, I can sum it up in two words: internet dating.

Romance, like much else these days, comes with the promise of infinite possibility: if this particular match doesn’t work out, there are countless fantastic alternatives on standby.

The promise might not be real; maybe none of those astoundingly attractive women would date you.

But it’s the belief that counts – and in this environment, filtering out the prospect of being exposed to someone else’s emotional struggles makes a certain, rather soulless, kind of sense. Why choose a challenging experience if a fun one seems like an option? Sure, the challenging experience may ultimately prove more meaningful, but it’s still a big ask. It’s a mild version of that phenomenon where people have a brush with death, through illness or accident, then say it was the most meaningful experience of their lives. Fair enough – but even so, few of us would choose that path if we thought we could skip it instead.

The problem here is the collision of a timeless truth – that what we think we want isn’t always what’s best for us – with a modern one: the way the “convenience revolution” makes it so easy to get what we think we want.

Convenience plays funny tricks: “I prefer to brew my coffee,” writes the academic Tim Wu, “but Starbucks

Instant is so convenient I hardly ever do what I ‘prefer’.” A decade or two ago, it didn’t matter so much if you couldn’t handle negative emotions in others; if you wanted a relationship at all, you would have to learn to cope. These days, when it takes willpower just to go and meet a friend instead of staying

at home watching Netflix, how much more willpower does it take to voluntarily submit to the risk of difficult feelings? You still should, since it’s the only way to fulfilment.

But like many other things worth doing, it’s getting easier and easier not to do it.

Mr. Perfect doesn’t exist!

The sooner you realise this sad but true fact, the sooner you can get on with finding Mr. Close-EnoughTo-Perfect. Prince Charming, riding on a white stallion, lost his way or found Princess Charming and got married on his way to your castle.

wrong. Ask your girl friends if they have ever used online dating or are using it now. If they are honest with you, most of them have or are now members of at least one online dating site and maybe more than one.

Get over it and get on with it. You ARE going to have to actively seek the man of your dreams and you won’t find him hiding under your bed. You already know that he isn’t among the men that you are acquainted with so, now what?

Online dating is “what“.

It really is the way to go to meet eligible men who want to meet you. It doesn’t matter what any of your numbers are… like age, height, weight or income either.

Somewhere out there in the big wide world there is a man who will like you… ..then love you… .and think that you are beautiful and desirable.

It’s true that online dating, while in its infancy, was only made up of perverts, sexual predators, nerds and weirdoes but that is no longer true. It has become the main tool of the single person in every developed country in the world.

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“Beauty is in the eye of the beholder” is true. What is considered beautiful in one part of the world is completely different from what is considered beautiful in another part of the world.

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Hull City Column - by Woody Mellor

Work In Progress

There has been cautious optimism at the beginning of the season.

Everyone had Hull City down for relegation following the departure of Nigel Adkins and several big name players such as Frazier Campbell but the signing of ten new players and retention of Grosicki and Bowen has brought a cautious optimism for the season ahead. Maybe these new signings can develop into Championship standard players and a mid-table position can be retained especially with the goals of Bowen and Grosicki to help them win a few games before the January transfer window.

So far they have lost twice, defeated Reading , played very well in a 1-1 draw at Brentford and defeated Tranmere 3-0 with the reserve team in the League cup game. They are still adapting to McCanns all action style and one thing very noticeable is that they run out of energy during the second half. Two goals went past Reading in the first half but it was just a case of holding

out after the break, they ran out of ideas in the second half against Blackburn and it was even the case at Tranmere. It’s all hell for leather at the beginning and chances galore then after a while they tire or the opposition have weathered the storm and come back into the game. It is only four games into the season however and the players are still adapting. At Brentford they were a match for the highly rated promotion contenders throughout the game so it is coming together, last season Brentford put five past them. I think though they like City have had major squad changes although Brentford have spent upwards one £20 million on newcomers compared to City’s £1 million.

It has been surprising that City still retain their three major assets, Bowen, Grosicki and Henriksen.

Even though they have been asking £15 - £20 million for Bowen you half expected him leaving for

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£10million on transfer day. Maybe Premier league scouts don’t rate him so highly and interestingly most of the previous big spenders in the Championship like Derby, Leeds and Middlesborough have all appeared to run out of money.

The days of clubs spending millions chasing the Premier League gravy train may be over, club owners cannot finance this any longer and finance rules are coming into play where Leeds had to sell off some players to avoid over reaching regulations for instance. Bowen can develop another season rather than end up in the Premier League shadows like Josh Tymon who got nowhere at Stoke and is now at some obscure foreign team on loan for the season. He should have just stayed here another couple of years rather than chasing the Premier League dream and wages.

gets his salary off the wage bill.

The Markus Henriksen situation is more of a concern. The Club had offers for him in January so they used their clause to retain him a further season just to ensure he did not walk away for free in June.

They were willing to pay £100,000 a month for a few extra weeks if it meant a pay day of £3 - 4 million but with a week to go no one has made a suitable offer and it looks like they will have to accept a pittance on deadline day or leave him in complete limbo for the season. McCann has stripped him of the captaincy and pretty much told him that he won’t get into the new team, especially after bringing in players to replace him. Something will happen in the next week but knowing City he’ll go for little more than the money spent on wages the last two or three months.

Kamil Grosicki remains here at least at the moment. There is always the chance a last minute offer comes in from Turkey or elsewhere before the European window closes at the end of the month. It would be hard to replace him but you never know what may happen and if it’s

It is still a learning curve for the newcomers but on face value City have signed a number of unproven, young yet hungry new players. They could have signed championship journeymen who may have had experience but lack the desire of the signings made.

The newcomers will take time to adapt so it may take a few more weeks before we see the best of Tom Eaves for instance. Eaves ran down his contract at Gillingham to gain a Bosman deal and would have been valued at a couple of million going by some of the values elsewhere. On the subject of young players it is also refreshing that the club are sending out several players to the lower leagues to gain experience rather than stagnating in the Under 23s. Jacob Greaves is already making a name for himself and maybe we will see the see of 1990s stalwart Mark Greaves in the coming years.

Hull City Official Supporters Club are delighted to be working with ASK Italian in Beverley to bring what promises to be an

unforgettable feast of food and fun to Hull City supporters on

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The Stroke Unit at Hull Royal Infirmary, who treated ex-Tiger’s Captain Pete Skipper prior to his untimely passing earlier this year.

Fellow ex-Tigers, Ian Ashbee, John Hawley, Stan McEwan, Andy Saville, Justin Whittle and Dean Windass will be assisting ASK Italian’s chefs and restaurant staff throughout the evening to welcome you with a glass of fizz upon entry, and bring you a 3 Course Meal with Wine.

There will be special cocktails on offer, and a raffle as well as doubtless antics from the lads.

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Health & Beauty

Rebekah’s

Beauty Box When we smell something,

information is passed around the brain by our limbic system, which plays a major role in controlling mood, memory, behaviour and emotion (bear with me). This primitive part of the brain is so powerful for evoking memories, and for me, the aroma of coconut takes some beating. It takes me back to sunny holidays, pina coladas and Malibu sunscreen. But coconut isn’t just a heavenly scent, it’s also an incredible superfood for health and beauty. It promotes hydration with antioxidant properties, is super-nourishing for skin and can even offer natural protection to the hair from the sun.

I keep a big jar of organic, virgin coconut oil at home, and use it for a multitude of things. It goes on damp skin to nourish and moisturise, through the ends of my hair, I cook with it, and even pop a blob on to my dog’s nose to keep it soft! But aside from taking it straight from the source, there are tonnes of products packing this hydration hero, and one of my favourites has to be the Too Faced Hangover range. New to the collection are a number of skincare items, including the Hangover Good to Go (£27, Debenhams), a

lightweight moisturiser with SPF25.

Enriched with coconut water, it hydrates as it protects. The Good in Bed Hydrating Serum (£29, Debenhams) is a fast-absorbing formula for plumping and reviving skin, and finally the Major Hangover (£40, Debenhams) is a supersized version of the classic Hangover primer, which smells good enough to eat and gives life to tired skin, while providing the perfect base for make-up.

Also in skincare, Time Bomb Peace & Quiet Coconut Cleansing Oil (£25, timebombco.com) is a beautiful option for melting away make-up and dirt and leaving skin supple.

The Hand-to-Hand Combat Cream (£15) is fab for keeping hardworking hands nourished and smelling as good as a Bounty bar.

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Algenist Power Recharging Night Pressed Serum (£68, space.nk).

Enhanced with alguronic acid for its anti-ageing properties and algae rotein, with nutrient-rich coconut water, this blend aims to reduce fine lines and wrinkles, and energises tired skin.

For the bod, Dr. Bronner’s Lavender Coconut Organic Hand & Body Lotion (£10.49, drbronner.co.uk) is an organic, fair trade and vegan lotion including jojoba oil to heal and soothe, and coconut, hemp and avocado oils to keep skin smooth and supple; it comes in a handy pump bottle.

Nivea’s new Body Soufflé Coconut & Monoi Oil (£7.99, Boots) pairs a tropical coconut scent with luxurious monoi oil which is

Pick of the Month I’m a big fan of an ‘everything balm’, and Africology Coconut & Pineapple Balm (£30,uk.africologyspa.com) had everyone in my office cooing over the luxuriously tropical scent. Natural, ethically sourced and cruelty-free, Africology’s balms are formulated with plant waxes instead of beeswax, making them vegan-friendly too! Dab this onto elbows, cuticles and the ends of your hair – shut your eyes and think of the beach!

quickly absorbed into skin with no greasy feeling. For tan fans, Leighton Denny Sun Believable Cream Me (£16, ld-boutique.com) is a total secret weapon for perfecting your base and avoiding streaks.

Harnessing the hydrating properties of the mighty coconut, this sweetlyscented lotion helps moisturise dry areas before applying tan.

If you need to shed hairs before this, Nair can help, with Coconut Wax Strips (£6.99, Superdrug) which – if you’re brave enough – are ideal for sensitive skin!

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World of Wine It’s often a surprise to many people when I say one of my favourite French regions for wine is the Languedoc. Why? Well for so many years, the sheer scale of vineyard planting was geared up for mass production which led to a reputation for producing very ordinary, nay poor quality, wines.

The Languedoc region is located in the south of France along the Mediterranean Sea. Its borders spread from the south of Toulouse to the city of Montpellier’s suburbs and in total there are 550,000 acres of vineyards, making it not just the largest wine-growing region of France but the largest wine-growing region of the world.

The region is known for its long periods of sunshine, with a lot of wind, and these features enable vines to grow under a relatively low threat from diseases compared with more northerly and wetter regions.

In 2016 it produced 1.2 billion litres of wine.

Behind the ubiquitous Vin de Pays labelling that covered the majority of Languedoc wines lay a mixed bag of results. In the 20th century, very little wine in the region was classified as appellation contrôlée until the 1980s, when a new focus on quality began to emerge.

Perhaps more than anything it was an influx of Australian winemakers in the 1990s that played a significant role in the rising of standards. BRL Hardy (or Hardy’s as it was known) was leading the Australian charge

at the beginning of that country’s inexorable success in export markets, which coincided with demand for French wines around the world slowing down.

Hardy’s bought Domaine de la Baume and in a strange way the presence of a top Australian group was viewed as a seal of approval for local winemakers, just as the presence of Moet and Chandon in Australia had been seen by that country’s sparkling winemakers.

The next few years saw the rise in reputation for Vins de Pays wines, particularly Vins de Pays D’Oc, including those of Domaine de la Baume, which became a commercial success on the UK market against the tide for most other inexpensive French wines.

During this time, there was an internationalisation of grape varieties and wine styles in the south of France and by the time Hardy’s retreated and sold Domaine de la Baume in 2003, Languedoc wines were being viewed in an altogether different light.

Today, the face of LanguedocRoussillon wine has drastically changed. More commercially viable grape varieties have been planted, and names such as St Chinian, Faugères, Corbières, Pic St Loup and Terrasses du Larzac are increasingly known among sommeliers and wine lovers – and the wines are often tipped as good value bets on restaurant lists.

Tourism has also surged. Long sandy beaches and striking scenery complement the region’s mix of old and new in its cities, such as regional capital Montpellier and also Nimes, Narbonne, Carcassonne and Perpignan.

In terms of grape varieties, Carignan is the workhorse of the Languedoc so far as its red wines go. In the past it never enjoyed a good press because, left to its own devices, it is capable of plethoric yields, and highyielding Carignan is of no interest.

However, pruned back and planted on hillside sites it can be much more interesting. At its best, it produces a wine that is deeply coloured, quite tannic, sappy with brambly fruit.

And I love it.

Grenache produces round-tasting wines, often with low tannin and high alcohol and is rarely to be found on its own except in the fortified reds of Roussillon. Cinsault belongs in the heat of North Africa. In the South of France, it is widely grown and can add fragrance and lightness of touch to big brawny reds, but more often it is made into rosé.

Like Carignan, the native whites are more obviously associated with high production but with careful handling can produce wines of real interest.

There is Maccabeu and Grenache Blanc, grown mostly in Corbières and Roussillon.

Clairette is grown mostly in the east, closer to the Rhône., while Terret is grown extensively around Marsseillan, home of French Vermouth.

Maybe the best of all is the Piquepoul which east of Beziers produces good quaffing dry Picpoul de Pinet. Muscat used to be grown exclusively for Vin Doux Naturel, such as Saint Jean de Minervois and Rivesaltes, but also produces full-flavoured dry wines of

some interest.

The biggest change in the South of France was the introduction of other grape varieties to help boost quality.

For the reds, Syrah was the most obvious import and is now widely planted and is usually part of a blend with Grenache and/or Carignan.

Syrah is at its best where there is a little humidity such as in the east around Pic Saint Loup. Mourvèdre is much more complicated to grow but has a real future in areas close to the sea such as in parts of Fitou and Corbières.

For the whites, Roussanne and Marsanne have also journeyed south from the Rhône to add finesse and flavour to Mediterranean blends.

Increasingly, the Corsican Vermentino, also known as Rolle, can be found in blends where it often has a positive influence.

Bordeaux has for long been an important connection for the Languedoc with the Canal du Midi there to prove the link. Not surprisingly, Languedoc producers were quick to introduce Bordeaux varieties in their vineyards. Merlot is the most widely planted and in some years has been very profitably exported in bulk to California or back to Bordeaux.

The later ripening Cabernets are probably better suited to the climate of the south and have great potential.

The wines of the Languedoc are a complex but compelling topic and I’m really only scratching the surface here. But hopefully it will persuade you to look out for some of the grape varieties and locations I’ve mention. It will be well worth the try.

Roy

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The Power of Face-to-Face Events “Having a good level of interpersonal ability is integral for progressing in any career and having the opportunity to build upon those skills is one that should never be passed up!”

Today’s advances in technology are incredible, aren’t they? It’s never been easier to get in touch with someone across the globe, and the internet means that we can now achieve many of our daily tasks from the comfort of our armchairs and offices.

To put it into perspective, we send around 200 billion emails per day, a statistic some might consider daunting, but most would say is an incredible feat of modern tech. And whilst we can converse so freely through emails and phone calls, many would in fact argue that we’re becoming out of touch with one another. That’s why face-to-face events are more important than ever for your business. They bring communication back to basics: real people having real conversations.

Building a strong rapport with a potential client or supplier is and always will be best achieved through engaged face-to-face interactions. Face-to-face events are powerful in creating strong business communities. If you’ve attended a business exhibition or networking evening, you’ll know what is meant when I use this term.

Face-to-face events do much more than merely provide you with leads; they give you the rare opportunity to form bonds with like-minded and driven businesspeople. Faceto-face events offer companies

4. We don’t have the issues associated with the technology of virtual meetings, like “Skype Thunderbird Syndrome”, camera problems, connection issues, wasting 10 minutes trying to get the microphone to work and so on.

5. Face to face meetings tend to feel “clearer”. The key points are clear, the issues are clear and who needs to do what from this point on is clear. Virtual meetings can feel a bit foggy and less defined.

the opportunity to share their experiences from the world of business and learn from one another. Forging relationships through coming together and supporting each other is much more sustainable than simply turning up and trying to sell to everyone in sight.

Further to this, face-to-face events allow us to better gauge the thoughts and feelings of those we are trying to work with, as well as give us a better chance to present our businesses as confidently as possible. Studies show that facial expressions and body language equate to over half of the message we try to convey in our communication (something wholly lost through email or telephone conversation), so through face-to-face events we are given an opportunity to present our values and propositions in a more well-rounded and confident capacity, whilst allowing us to more accurately observe our respondents feelings.

Attending face-to-face events can also be powerful on a personal level, giving attendees an opportunity to continually improve their communicative skills. Having a good level of interpersonal ability

is integral for progressing in any career and having the opportunity to build upon those skills is one that should never be passed up!

What are you waiting for, get out there and make those connections!

East Yorkshire Business Expo event organiser Nic Gough says “There are ten main reasons that I’m such a big fan of face-to-face meetings and why I will never stop having them”: 1. I’m able to read the body language of the other people in the room, which often sends a very different message to what their words are saying. Nonverbal communication is far more important than the words being said and being able to see this live is hugely valuable.

2. In face-to-face meetings the conversation is less labored and to the point, meaning it can tend to go in different directions more naturally, and from my experience, this leads to more opportunities.

3. I find it much easier to engage with people when sitting across from them, face to face. We can laugh, hear each other clearly, make a comment about something in the office or something we’ve seen on the way in and so forth.

6. It’s much easier to build relationships through face-to-face meetings than it is with virtual meetings. And relationships are without a doubt, the key to any kind of long-term business success.

7. It’s definitely a lot easier to brainstorm face to face with a whiteboard and butchers paper than it is to do over a virtual meeting platform.

8. You can make more of an impression face to face, based on what you are wearing, how you conduct yourself in the meeting, even your computer/pens etc. This is a big part of our personal brand, whether you like it or not.

9. It’s easier to have some small talk when face to face and if you are smart, you can get a lot of information out of a few minutes of small talk which can help with building relationships, customising what you are going to say in your pitch and much more.

10. Last but not least, it is always better to have the hard conversations face-to-face. So much gets lost in translation otherwise, and a small problem can grow in a big problem simply because we didn’t make the effort to meet with someone face-to-face to talk through the issue and work out a solution.

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Time’s not up on discrimination in the workplace “Would you expect to be held liable for sexual harassment committed by an employee in the car journey home from the work Christmas party?”

The #MeToo and Time’s Up social media movements have created significant awareness and encouraged employees to speak out openly against sexual harassment and discrimination in the workplace. Both these movements continue to trend on social media platforms almost daily and have highlighted how widespread sexual harassment continues to be in the workplace.

For all the positive steps that have been taken to stamp out workplace discrimination, it remains an increasingly publicised topic. Amy White and Georgina Hardcastle of Rix & Kay’s Employment Team take a closer look.

Shocking Statistics A report produced following the #MeToo and Time’s Up movements found that, of the 1,000 employees questioned, three-quarters had experienced sexual harassment at work (Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC) ‘Turning Tables: Ending sexual harassment at work’ March 2018).

Can employers easily spot discrimination in the workplace?

The answer is no, not always.

Discrimination can take various forms and occur at all stages of the employment life cycle. It can be subtle and is often not easy to spot.

What one person might consider playful insults and jokes, another might find highly offensive. This type of workplace ‘banter’ can

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from claims can be caused in an instant through the power of social media. Widespread workplace discrimination often leads to poor employee morale and productivity, trust is broken and there is, inevitably, a financial impact on the business. In an analysis of more than 500 workplaces it was found that workplace discrimination costs the UK economy £127 billion every year (‘The Value of Diversity’ report – Centre for Economics and Business Research February 2018).

amount to harassment and can be very easy to miss. Additionally, employees who make a complaint of discrimination or sexual harassment often fear being victimised by way of bullying or intimidating behaviour by management or colleagues.

Once again, this can be mistaken as tongue-in-cheek passing comments.

What preventative measures can employers take?

A good starting point would be to implement and commit to an Equal Opportunities and Anti-bullying and Harassment policy to help you follow clear and recognised procedures when tackling inappropriate behaviour. You might also want to review the existing workplace culture and, where necessary, take steps to minimise ‘banter’ that includes inappropriate comments and jokes.

There exists a degree of unwillingness to report experiences of sexual harassment in the workplace. As such, employers

must not ‘brush off’ unwanted treatment as ‘unimportant’. Rather, they should encourage a more open and transparent working environment where victims of discrimination feel comfortable enough to come forward and report their experience.

The importance of effective diversity training for all employees cannot be overstated. Best practice suggests that online training tools or links to the Company’s Handbook might not provide the most beneficial training. Rather, interactive training sessions that teach employees how to display empathy and respect for others, reinforce what behaviour and language is deemed inappropriate and what they should do if they have an issue, are likely to have the greatest impact. You could also consider further targeted training for management, including appointing diversity champions.

And if employers don’t take preventative measures?

Reputational damage resulting

Employers can also be held vicariously liable for discriminatory acts committed by their employees during the course of employment.

Would you expect to be held liable for sexual harassment committed by an employee in the car journey home from the work Christmas party? Well, in such a situation, as the employer, you could be held vicariously liable for the act of harassment. Employers can potentially avoid liability if they can show that they took all reasonable steps to prevent the employee from committing the discriminatory act, including providing effective training, not simply paying lip service to equality policies and procedures.

What does the future hold?

Employers are often concerned that discrimination cases are being brought over increasingly trivial matters. Such concern should not however, stop employers from seeking to establish an open workplace culture free from inequality of employment. In light of the recent high profile sexual harassment cases, there have been calls for the government to take action to address the prevalence of discrimination in the workplace, but in the meantime employers should do everything they can to stay on top of their game.

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Majors Moving Forward Not many under thirties could boast the qualifications Amy has, let alone also being a Director of a successful firm of accountants.

“We are so very proud of Amy and all of the things she has managed to achieve whilst we moved premises and had so many changes to deal with, it just speaks volumes about the type of person she is and her work ethic,” says Stewart.

Amy and Stewart relocated the firm to the modern ‘Bloc’ business hub in Anlaby. The move kick-started Stewart and Amy’s drive to make incremental improvements, starting with simple practical changes that can have an impact on wellbeing and efficiency.

“Having a bright, airy and adaptable working space, being more easily commutable and able to offer client parking may sound simplistic, but it all helps to create a collaborative and cohesive environment where the business and everybody associated with it can thrive,” comments Amy.

Majors Chartered Certified Accountants is a modern and forward-thinking firm that are accounting for today and tomorrow. Their aim is to provide an exceptional service which is distinctive from other firms and to be a real help to businesses and their owners.

“All the staff, the clients, everyone has been great about the move, the staff really dug deep and kept everything moving forward. The past 18 months have been amazing for us,” says Amy. Stewart and Amy have lots of plans for Majors continual growth and are both excited about where the future will take them.

Majors have been serving local and nationwide businesses since 1987 with services including accounts, bookkeeping, VAT, payroll and taxation for both companies and individuals.

Back in April 2018 Majors was taken over by Stewart MacGregor and Amy Sharpless, since then it’s gone from strength to strength.

After taking over the firm Amy went on to complete a degree in her spare time and achieved a First Class Honours Degree in Applied Accounting. Amy also completed her practising certificate to then become a Director of Majors. Such great achievements and accolades, especially considering Amy isn’t even thirty yet.

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Getting to grips with your business GOOD GOVERNANCE IS GOOD FOR BUSINESS Good governance is not about making the right decisions but about ensuring there is a good decision-making process used in the business.

In a large enterprise, the management board will have a team who are charged with ensuring the firm adheres to the principles of good corporate governance as is expected of a large organisation. Good governance is about having policies and procedures in place to ensure accuracy, consistency and responsiveness to key stakeholders including customers, shareholders and regulators.

In a small business, the governance structure may be as simple as having a trusted advisor and some form of administrative support.

A step up from that may be a couple of non-executive Directors or even appointing an advisory board. Regardless of the size of your business, good corporate governance is good for business because it: Encourages good decision making If a market shifts or a new trend / opportunity emerges in your business sector, having a robust decision making methodology in your firm can help you to change direction efficiently in order to drive the business forward.

Helps manage risk You and your team may be focused on executing growth strategies, growing key client accounts and generating new business. This means there is a risk you could miss something. Good corporate governance practices ensure the business stays on top of statutory reporting, annual returns, renewing insurance or licenses, etc. Perhaps

having an advisor on your board of management will help you to remain accountable and focus on meeting these obligations.

Encourages management to seek advice Adhering to good corporate governance practices encourages managers to regularly review the firm’s strategy and performance and seek external opinions where necessary. Bringing in external expertise to aid strategic decisionmaking can add significant benefits to the firm.

GET YOUR TEAM ON SIDE Managing people can be one of the toughest challenges faced by businesses. Unhappy employees will perform below expectations, which can have a knock-on effect on the rest of the business. Here are a few tips to help you to get your team on side, in order to get the best out of them.

towards “management”.

Alignment Even if a team is trying to accomplish the same goals, that doesn’t stop everyone from going off in different directions to accomplish these. Your team needs to be aligned and moving in the same direction. Ensure objectives are communicated clearly and that everyone knows what they have to do in order to succeed.

Be sociable Interacting with your team and getting to know team members as individuals is key to building a happy, effective and productive unit. Invest time in social activities and say hello to your team members in the office.

Your personal development strategy begins and ends with you. You need to make the time to develop your skills in order to stay up to date. Otherwise you could be left behind in today’s ever-evolving business world.

Benchmark your skills You should benchmark your skills at least once a year. To do this properly, you need to be very honest with yourself. What skills and capabilities are required of good people in your role and in your industry? Are your skills and competencies up to date and sought after? If not, maybe you need to update some areas of your skill set.

Create a plan Creating a personal development plan helps to structure your thinking. Your plan should start with a definition of what is important to you and should outline what you want to achieve, the areas where you need to improve and the reasons why you need to improve these.

Make time and space for personal development Make your own development a priority. This requires time so start by allocating an hour, twice a week, in your schedule. If the office is too busy, find a quiet space or meeting room where you can focus on achieving your personal development objectives.

Get your team involved in planning Managers should take ownership of the overall delivery of projects, but getting input from team members can help to get everyone invested in achieving the objectives. It also creates a sense of collaboration that can help reduce negativity

Communication is key If you want to build an effective team, you need to communicate.

Schedule a regular weekly meeting and encourage others to contribute to the discussion. Ensure that everyone on the team understands the key objectives, where necessary documentation is stored, what the key processes are, etc. You should also allow time for your team members to ask questions and be prepared to accept constructive criticism. Nobody expects you to get everything right but they do expect you to be accountable and to be willing to learn.

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Learn from others Experience is often the best teacher. You don’t have enough time to make all the mistakes yourself and learn from them so you might as well learn from the mistakes of others. It may be useful to think about business people that you respect and look up to. Try to identify some of the skills that they possess and consider how you could go about acquiring those skills. For example, if you want to learn to present like Steve Jobs, maybe you need to sign up to a presentation skills course.

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Sirius: Serious about helping business Sirius, a fantastic company if you haven’t heard of them, offer free advice and financial assistance for existing entrepreneurs’ and people thinking of setting a business up from scratch in the local area providing workshops, mentoring and small loans.

I had the great privilege of meeting their CEO Mr. Alan Freeman for a hazelnut latte and a catch up last week. Alan chose to meet at the Heaven café on King Street in Hull, he helped set the business up a couple of years ago. Owner Yuri said, ‘I’ve known Alan for 10 years now, he’s a good friend and has helped me very much’ They smiled at each other, a mutually fond exchange so genuine it gave me

local non- for-profit company with such humble beginnings.

With around 300 companies seeking their advice and assistance each year and 80% of those still going strong, I wondered what their secret was. ‘I take peoples livelihoods seriously and enjoy watching businesses grow’ He told me.

great pleasure to keep such warm company.

his toes and he loves meeting new people.

Armed with a box of Yuri’s cakes to take back to the office, Alan told me about his most recent projects’ which include a business for ECO toilets, an equine facilitated training centre and a music academy. The variety keeps him on

The company initiated by BP which began as a three-year project based at Saltend, have made it through one recession, five prime ministers and Hull’s rise to City of Culture in 2017, now celebrating twenty years of success- some achievement for a

Sirius has gone from strength to strength and the future looks brighter still with talks of a new ECO park which has great potential to create wealth and opportunity in the East side of the city. Although still receiving the support and backing of BP, they’re on the lookout for new sponsorship - if you are interested in sponsoring Sirius then head over to the website and speak to one of their lovely business advisers who will gladly put you InTouch with Alan himself!

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Withstock 2019 – 25 years.

The Withstock festival was a resounding success in early August with record numbers attending the free 3 day festival. On the seafront in Withernsea, the weekend was packed with family entertainment, stalls and music.

Friday saw live bands on the main stage, headlined by the mighty Carnival Club from Manchester giving a stadium rock sound, whilst the fairground, and entertainers were busy entertaining the younger guests. The live Acoustic stage offered a more laid back musical

offer with its designated bar area, in total there were 56 brilliant acts in this ever increasingly popular venue. Saturday saw shows from the Dave Coates motorbike stunt

show and brilliant live bands headlined by Planet Duran, and Sunday, again a full day of music & entertainment headlined by David Bowee & his band – with

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This autumn Memory Walk is returning to Humber Bridge on Sunday 29th September.

Join thousands of people across the country uniting to raise money for Alzheimer’s Society and walking for a world without dementia.

Dementia doesn’t care who you are; and it could affect anyone at any time. It’s time to come together to walk towards a cure.

Every step taken and every pound raised will help Alzheimer’s Society provide expert information and support services to those who need our help – and help us find a cure.

Walk with us and raise funds for research. Research, like walkers, must march forward!

local legend Les Holdstock fronting the band, 25 years on from when he did the first one. Fireworks were a glittering finale to an excellent weekend. Thanks to all to supported the festival and we are now busy with organising 2020!

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play Cottingham Civic Hall on Saturday 21st September 2019 To celebrate their 10th year anniversary and 30 years since The Beautiful South released ‘Song For Whoever’, The South are back this Summer, with a 2019 UK Tour playing shows up and down the whole of the UK. The South are an impressive 9 piece band who feature former members of The Beautiful South including singer Alison Wheeler and lifelong sax player Gaz Birtles. Since Dave Hemingway, the original singer, left the group at the end of 2016, Gaz has moved across to front the band with Alison and taken on vocal duties. They play the songs made

famous by The Beautiful South and bring back the full flavour and arrangements with this exciting live band.

After a successful year of touring the theatres and festivals of the UK up and down the country, The South are keeping alive all those timeless songs - A Little Time (the number one single), Perfect 10, Rotterdam, Song For Whoever, Old Red Eyes Is Back, Good as Gold, Don’t Marry Her plus many more singles and album tracks as well as a few choice South originals. All performed again live, these songs span an impressive 20 year career starting way back in 1989!

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The South are: Alison Wheeler

(Vocals), Gaz Birtles (Vocals), Phil Barton (Guitars), Steve Nutter (Bass), Dave Anderson (Drums),

Karl Brown (Percussion), Gareth John (Trumpet), Su Robinson (Sax), Andy Price (Keys).

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Why do some people crave adventure holidays? Is there an “Explorer” gene?

A study by TV Channel, Dave, says that the human drive to explore may well be driven (at least in big part) by our DNA. Climbing Mount Kilimanjaro, trekking to Machu Picchu and rafting the Grand Canyon are firm favourites for those looking for adrenaline-fuelled adventures.

So, what makes someone want to undertake these kind of adventures?

It turns out, according to a new study by TV channel Dave, that our appetite for adventure, risk and exploring is influenced by in part by our DNA. Over eight in ten (84%) British adults under 40 choose experiences and adventures over traditional ‘fly-and-flop’ holidays and almost nine in ten (88%) now identify themselves as ‘adven-tourists’ and half Brits surveyed want to spice up their adventure with a little danger.

Statistical research carried out

by Dr Geoff Ellis of 50 of Britain’s greatest ever explorers, including Sir Walter Raleigh, Sir Francis Drake, Ellen MacArthur and Mark Kingsley, examined shared characteristics and traits of adventurers through history.

of 40 with 46% completing their most well-known voyage between the ages of 30 and 39.

Nine in ten (90%) Brits surveyed said that they think people are naturally born with an ‘Explorer Gene’.

So what do those said to have the ‘Explorer Gene’ have in common?: It’s written in the stars Explorers are most likely to be Aquarius, with Aries as the least common birth sign. Air signs (Aquarius, Libra and Gemini) were found to be the most likely to be adventurous.

Famous Aquarian explorers include Sir Walter Raleigh, Freya Starke, Ernest Shackleton and Henry Morton Stanley, whilst famous Librans include John BlashfordSnell, Isabella Bird and Mary Kingsley and Geminis include George Mallory and Robert Falcon Scott

Born in the countryside People born in the countryside have been found to be more daring – 56% of famous British explorers hail from rural locations with 14% born in the county of Devon alone.

Examples of explorers born in rural locations include; Alexander McKenzie (born in Stornaway, Scotland), Captain James Cook (born in Marton-in-Cleveland, North East England), Robert Falcon Scott, Percy Harrison Fawcett (both born in Devon), Gertrude Bell (born in Washington Co Durham) and Ellen McArthur (born in Whatstandwell, Derbyshire).

First born or the youngest but rarely the middle child Middle children are the least likely to become explorers or be adventures. Firstborns or youngest children were found to be three times more likely to undertake adventurous paths in later life.

Examples of eldest children who grew up to become voyagers include Sir Francis Drake (eldest of 12 children), Marry Moffat Liningstone (eldest of 10), Gertrude Bell (eldest of 5) and Charles Stuart (eldest of 13 children), and youngest children include Sir Walter Raleigh (youngest of five) and George Vancouver (youngest of six)

At least thirty years old 30+ years has been found to be the best time to find fame as an adventurer as 80% of the British explorers undertook their most infamous expedition before the age Adventure trumps education Explorers often have an interrupted education with 30% leaving University or school choosing instead to seek adventure in the wide world Physical attributes Explorer Steve Backshall – presenter of TV show Expedition.

Adventures are most likely to have dark hair and the average height of male explorers is over 3.5” inches higher than that of the population in general.

Ranulph Fiennes and Benedict Allen are both 6ft 4”, and historically Sir Walter Raleigh and Admiral Sir John Hawkins were 6ft, at a time when this would have been considered an exceptional height.

Hipsters will be pleased to note that over half (57%) of the explorers studied sported some form of facial hair.

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Travel

Luxembourg...

Our latest tour visited this small country bordered by it’s larger neighbours Belgium, France and Germany. On route we enjoyed a stop in the Belguim town of Spa who are most miffed that the word “spa” is not owned by them. Over a 5th of the population are involved in the Spa water factory. A few of our party also took the waters.

India We enjoyed a varied itinerary throughout the tour including a visit to the City of Luxembourg. Luxembourg is quite unique it still has a Grand Ducal Family headed by the Grand Duke and the throne of the Grand Duchy is hereditary. The Palace is located in the city and we were able to include a tour. It really was super and a privilege to see inside. If you are able, do take a look at the lovely photos on the internet as photography was not allowed, Outside of the city there are vast areas of green space, empty roads, small towns and villages dotted with vinyards and castles.

Another of our highlights was the wine festival in the super little village of Machtum. Arriving un announced we were made very welcome they even found a space for parking our coach. We all trooped into the village square picking up a wine glass for 8 Euros at the entrance plus a wine card listing the 40 wines we were free to try.

It was worth taking a moment to visit the church, I had never seen a feast of wine so great decorating an altar.

We also enjoyed the crowning of the incoming Wine Queen being crowned and enjoyed a one off wine out of a special barrel produced just for the event.

We spent a day touring the area known as Little Switzerland driving through stunning scenery with gorges and waterfalls.

We spent time in the Unesco town of Echternach with its beautiful Abbey. Saint Willibord, originally from Northumberland rests here. The town in situated on the River Sure and once over the bridge you are in Germany’s Echterbruck.

Ending our day in the town of Diekirch home of Luxembourg’s beer, a super war museum and offering us retail therapy.

We also visited Shengen and the museum there was interesting and certainly helped me understand the concept of the unifications of the countries that joined together.

Our hotel in the town of Vianden offered views of the towns stunning castle and walks alongside the River Our. Food, service and comfort were good and I am sure we will return again.

It is an easy drive to Luxembourg around 250 miles from Rotterdam. If taking to the open road appeals to you why not try a self drive holiday? We can tailor make this via North Sea Ferries to your requirements. Flying to Luxembourg is also an option. Once you are there you can easily hop around on public transport.

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GET ACTIVE THIS AUTUMN

The Summer Holidays are over and the kids are back at school so go and make time for yourself and get active this Autumn. Evidence shows that September is one of the key months where people want to get their health back on track after the Summer and with the evenings getting darker and cooler, people move back to exercising indoors.

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Owen Garsides brings home two gold medals Kingston Upon Hull S14 Para Swimmer Owen Garsides competed in the Swim England National Summer Meet at Ponds Forge, Sheffield (31st July - 4th August).

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Health & Wellbeing

Boys aged 12 to 13 to be given cancer-preventing jab Boys in the UK will be given the HPV jab from September in a bid to wipe out cervical cancer and prevent thousands of cases of other cancers, it has been announced.

Until now, only girls have been given the vaccine, which protects against cervical cancer as well as penile cancer, anal and genital cancers and some cancers of the head and neck.

But from the start of the next school year, boys in Year 8 who are aged 12 and 13 will be given the jab if they have parental consent.

The University of Warwick suggests the vaccine, which protects against the human papilloma virus (HPV), will prevent 64,138 cervical cancers and 49,649 non-cervical cancers in the UK by 2058.

This will include 3,433 cases of penile cancer and 21,395 cases of head and neck cancer, such as throat cancer, in men.

Giving boys the jab also protects girls from HPV, which is passed on through sexual contact.

HPV causes 99 per cent of cervical cancers as well as 90 per cent of anal, about 70 per cent of vaginal and vulvar cancers and more than 60% of penile cancers.

Boys will need two doses of the jab for full protection. The first dose will be given in school in Year 8, with a follow-up dose six months to two years later, also given in school.

Dr Mary Ramsay, head of immunisation at Public Health England (PHE), said: “Offering the vaccine to boys will not only protect them but will also prevent more cases of HPV-related cancers in girls and reduce the overall burden of these cancers in both men and women in the future.

“I encourage all parents of eligible boys and girls to make sure they take up the offer for this potentially life-saving vaccine.

“It’s important not to delay vaccination, as the vaccine may be less effective as adolescents get older.”

Public health minister Seema Kennedy said: “The success of the HPV vaccine programme for girls is clear and by extending it to boys we will go a step further to help us prevent more cases of HPV-related cancer every year.

Hull and Holderness Riding for the Disabled Group

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Currently based in Fitling, near Humbleton, Holderness. The group caters for all ages and disabilities, with the riding sessions being run by very highly qualified coaches.

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Gardening

Helpful Tips to Avoid Back Pain While Gardening This Autumn Gardening presents a relaxing hobby for many, although it is important to follow specific techniques to avoid back strain and low back pain while gardening. Here are a few strategies to help maintain a healthy back while enjoying the great outdoors: DIGGING Digging is a critical gardening movement that requires the right tools to get the job done safely and efficiently. Make sure you have a shovel with sharp edges to reduce the amount of force needed to scoop the dirt. The handle of the shovel should also be long enough to avoid excessive bending.

Maintain good posture while using a shovel, and if you find yourself using too much pressure, try to wet the soil to loosen it up. Don’t twist too much when dumping out the soil, but rather move a few steps to get to the dumping ground.

posture while using a lawn mower as poor technique can lead to increase strain, and in turn, low back pain. Also pay attention to your arm position. Proper form allows a slight bend at the elbow with the handle at a comfortable level (not too high or low).

WEEDING Weeding often requires prolonged sitting or bending over. To avoid excessive bending, it is recommended that you use a stool (a simple low stool will often do the trick) to sit on, which will reduce the amount of pressure put on your low back. This is also a useful technique if one has knee and/or hip pain.

2. Planting perennial flowers and plants is a great way to avoid additional time in the garden every season.

LIFTING Prolonged lifting of heavy bags of soil and mulch can take a toll on your back. One rule of thumb is to always use your hips to lift up, as these muscles are typically much stronger than your low back muscles. Furthermore, bend at the

4. Listen to your body and take breaks every 15-20 minutes to stretch and rest.

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5 GARDENING BASICS FOR EVERY GREEN THUMB: 1. Make sure you are conditioned and ready for spending prolonged time in the garden. Don’t rush into gardening after long periods of inactivity.

3. Make sure you are well hydrated while spending hours outside. It is a good idea to wear light coloured clothing and a hat, and plant in shaded areas.

knees and use the hips to come back up; do not bend your waist.

Many people invest in elevated garden beds to avoid excessive bending. If something is too heavy,

don’t be afraid to ask for help! Your back will thank you later.

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FIONA’S FOOD FOR THOUGHT

By Fiona Dwyer, broadcast journalist, PR & media consultant, slave to 2 children and a husband.

APRONS AT THE READY….!

Yay! The Great British Bake Off is back on our screens so it’s time for everyone to dust off their aprons and start making lots of lovely baked goodies! Don’t worry if you’re a novice. I love to bake but I’m not particularly good at anything fancy.

Chocolate chip cookies, chocolate cake, lemon drizzle and banana loaf are my go-to favourites – very simple and extremely scrummy! Baking is also a great way to relax – put the radio on and chill out! It’s also much cheaper than buying biscuits and cakes at the shops. And the house smells divine! What’s not to love?!

BREAKFAST PANCAKES

Staying on the same theme, here’s a little tip if your children like pancakes for breakfast.

Make a double or triple batch of batter in the evening, pour it into an empty milk bottle and stick it in the fridge. It’ll take a little bit of stress out of your mornings because you won’t have to start measuring out flour when you’re running late!

WHERE DID THE SUMMER GO?

Oh my goodness, I feel like I blinked and it was over! So we’re now back to normal, back to school and back to nagging the children to do their homework! And before you know it, it’ll be Christmas! I need to start my plan of action so it’s not too much of a shock to my bank account when December comes around! Could this be the year that I am super prepared by the end of November? Ha! Are you like me? Do you always have great intentions but they never quite seem to pan out?

But we keep trying every year, regardless! Maybe we’ll surprise ourselves this year! I’ll let you know how I get on!

Fiona x

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