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Government urged to step in A SENIOR member of government has been urged to take control of the future of Pagham. James Brokenshire, secretary of state at the Department for Communities and Local Government, should take responsibility for the area's large-scale housing applications, it has been said Planning expert Paul Collins, the former head of planning at Arun District Council, said the latest changes to the

government’s planning policies meant the schemes could be conflict with them. He has told the department he believed only two courses of action were open to ensure the proposals for 980 homes were decided fairly. One would be for Mr Brokenshire to delay the granting of planning permission for the schemes until more progress had been made in overcoming the conflicts in planning policies he had identified with them.

“Alternatively, it would seem sensible for the secretary of state to give consideration to the call-in of these planning applications…so that the public can be assured that the cumulative and significant impacts of these developments and the appropriate mitigation can be considered by the secretary of state in the round rather than on an individual ad hoc as currently appears to be the case,” Mr Collins said.

His intervention in the campaign against the Pagham housing has come as Arun has arranged a special meeting of its development control committee on October 24 to decide on the applications. THe plans involve up to 400 dwellings in Summer Lane, up to 280 homes in Sefter Road, a maximum of 300 homes in Hook Lane and up to 65 homes. THe land has been earmarked in Arun's local plan. See page five

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First aider is given prestigious award A 17-YEAR-OLD St John Ambulance volunteer from Bognor Regis is in the charity's top ten young people around the world. Peter Reavey has been given the Sovereign's award for his charitable work in his community. THe award is the premier achievement for young people within the Order of St John worldwide. It includes a certificate signed by the Queen. THe award is given to young St John Ambulance volunteers in recognition of outstanding work in the areas of personal development, benefit to St John and help to the community. Peter said: "First aid is a skill we all need, whether school children or government ministers. "St John Ambulance has taught me teamwork and leadership and it is so important for me to give something back." THe Sovereign's award will be presented to Peter later this year. Peter, who is studying technical theatre and stage management at Chichester College, joined St John Ambulance as a Badger in 2008. In 2011, he moved to the cadet unit and completed his Grand Prior award - the highest accolade for cadets - four years later. He was promoted to the rank of leading cadet within his unit in 2017. As a cadet first aider, he has achieved more than 800 hours of volunteering on duty across a variety of events from local fetes and 10k runs to national and

international events such as Wimbledon tennis, the London Marathon and an IAAF athletics event. When a student at Felpham Community College, Peter approached the headteacher about how it could gain the St John Ambulance Schools Mark. THe Mark is given to schools that show a significant commitment to the safety and health of their pupils, staff and community. Peter led assemblies for students in Years 7 to 10 and taught them life-saving skills, such as how to treat choking and perform cardiac pulmonary resuscitation. Around 80 per cent of those at the college - 980 teachers and 35 staff learned basic first aid. THe college achieved the Schools Mark and has continued to show proficiency and dedication in recent years. As well as promoting the importance of first aid at school, Peter has helped to develop skills of other Badgers and cadets by spending time to teach them first aid or subjects for their Grand Prior award. Peter and the other Bognor Regis cadets will soon be sharing their expertise with government education minister, Nick Gibb, who is also the town's MP, when they welcome him to their unit. St John Ambulance cadets, aged between 10 and 17, and Badgers, between seven and 10, meet in Bognor Regis on THursday evenings.

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A POTENTIAL war memorial is among proposals included in a parish plan for Bersted. Parish councillors have begun to discuss their aspirations for the area. Among the initial ideas is the creation of a community garden on land next to Holy Cross Church in Chichester Road in what the council's describes as the 'heart of Bersted'. THe scheme was originally suggested as part of the neighbourhood plan devised by the council. But a large range of options for the land were put forward for residents to choose from. None received

overwhelming support. Cllr David Meagher told councillors last week the site would be ideal for the area's first war memorial. "A war memorial there for the dead of Bersted in the Great War and the Second World War would be right next to the church," he said. "It would be the ideal place to put poppies and wreaths at the appropriate time of year and would be a good place for people to gather." Other potential ideas include an extension to the council's Jubilee Hall and a dedicated display to the history of Bersted.

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Special seats recall soldiers from village RELATIVES of Aldwick residents who fought in the First World War will be recalled in a poignant ceremony. Aldwick Parish Council is seeking the names of the servicemen to make its Remembrance Day service at its millennium gardens off Pryors Lane on November 11 a fitting occasion. A spokesman said: "Aldwick will be joining the country in remembering all those members of our armed forces who served, particularly those born locally. "This year, though, we are marking Armistice Day in a special way. We will be paying tribute to those predecessors of the current residents of Aldwick who took part in the First World War in a recitation of their names. The 'naming of names' is expected to be a profoundly moving occasion and will help to ensure your relative's contribution is never forgotten." The recitation marks the centenary of the war's end. Aldwick residents should contact: clerk@ aldwickparishcouncil.gov.uk or 01243 263330 with their relative's name and the service in which they were enlisted in 1914-18.

BRAVE soldiers from Felpham who signed up to fight for their country have been remembered with new seats. THe three metal structures have been installed by parish councillors to mark this November's centenary of the end of the First World War. THe most eye-catching of the seats is a new addition to the Grassmere Parade of business premises in Felpham Road. It features eight red poppies and two white doves, one of which is carrying a poppy in his beak and can be used by up to three people. THe inscription 'Lest We Forget 19141918' is at the top of the seats. THe other seats both feature the poppies. THey are in the Fishermen's Gardens on the seafront and outside the

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f Cllr Dave Smart on the village centre seat community hall in Meaden Way. THe seafront seat replaces a wooden one which was starting to become worn and the community hall is a new location for a seat. Cllr Dave Smart, chairman of Felpham Parish Council, said: "THe seat in Grassmere Parade is in a central location in the village, which a lot of people pass through. "We thought it was an ideal place to put it if some of them might want to sit down for a rest. "It is also next to the commemorative stone installed by the parish council to mark the Queen's diamond jubilee in 2012. We have had the occasional comments saying how nice the seats are. "We were mindful of the centenary

coming up and we wanted to do something. We bandied some ideas about and the seats were put forward. "We did some research and found these seats." THe seats were bought from a specialist engineering company from northern England. THe seats are just one of the ways in which Felpham will be marking 100 years since the end of the war. THe other activities, which are being held by the Felpham Village Conservation Society, include a November 10 exhibition about the Felpham men who served in the war. A Remembrance Day walk around the village on November 11 will also go past some of their homes.

HEADTEACHER Mark Anstiss is to join the country's biggest protest of his colleagues to call for more cash from the government. Mr Anstiss, of Felpham Community College, will be among 1,000 heads from 40 local authorities as far apart as Cornwall, Cumbria and Northern Ireland meeting in London next Friday. THey will gather in Parliament Square as part of the WorthLess? campaign event and march to 11 Downing Street to hand in a forceful letter to the Chancellor, Philip Hammond. He said: "THis is an unprecedented event. It's uncommon for headteachers to take to the streets but we feel it's important for people to know about the situation. I've been in education for 30 years. It is the first time I've known this number of headteachers get together. THis is not a union-led protest. THis has come from all of us. "It shows that different heads from different schools around the country are all feeling the same. "We are facing huge challenges as a country as we come out of the EU and our schools need to be properly funded if we want to give our pupils a world class education." Mr Anstiss has been in charge of the college for eight years. In that time, his annual budget has stayed static at £6.5m but the college has grown by just over 100 students to 1,370. THe number of full-time equivalent teachers has dropped to 75 from 82 to mean bigger class sizes. In addition, its National Insurance and pension

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contributions have increased to add to the squeeze on its budget. A new schools' funding formula failed to address the inequalities of how government money was given to schools, said Mr Anstiss. As a result, the best funded schools still receive 70 per cent more than those in West Sussex. THe county has kept its place near the foot of the funding table. THe lack of funds was worsened by a recruitment crisis nationally. Felpham is benefiting from an £11.5m building project funded by West Sussex County Council to enable the college to cope with the growing number of families in the area. Mr Anstiss said: "THe council recognises there will be a need for more places in the future. THe new facilities should hopefully be open next autumn. THey will enable us to get rid of temporary buildings which have been here for 25 years." Work has started on the expansion. Its main feature will be a three-storey block. THe ground floor will feature three music rooms with a recording studio, a large drama studio, two food rooms, two rooms for woodworking, three classrooms and a meeting room. THe first floor will contain two graphics and textiles rooms and five computing ones. Business studies and modern foreign languages classrooms will be on the second flor. Two new science labs will also be added to the current science department and the PE changing block enlarged with an extra floor.

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` Charity coffees COFFEE mornings are being held around Bognor Regis as part of a national fundraising campaign. Alex Johns is hosting her traditional event for Macmillan Cancer Support's biggest coffee morning from 10.30am-1pm on Wednesday at Middleton Sports Club in Sea Lane. As well as coffee, tea and cakes, a range of stalls will also be present. In Felpham, Pamela Evans is inviting entries to her bake-off competition at her home at 2 Mornington Crescent from 3pm6pm next Friday. THe following day will see her host an autumn fair at the address from 11am-2pm. A host of other coffee mornings by individuals and companies are also taking place around the town next Friday in aid of the Macmillan charity.

` Driver sought A BLUE vehicle driver is being sought by police after a collision in Bognor Regis. THe driver stopped at the scene of the crash around 7.45am on September 7 in Bronze Close. A VW Touran collided with a woman in her 40s. She suffered serious, but not life-threatening or changing, injuries and was taken to hospital for treatment. THe minibus driver, or any other witnesses, have been asked to contact Sussex Police online at: sussex.police.uk/contact-us or call 101, quoting 241 of 07/09.

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Call for police to take action A LACK of visible policing contrasted with the words in a new blueprint, a senior Sussex Police officer was told. Cllr Dr James Walsh said the experience of residents around the Arun district was at odds with comments in the force’s latest transformation strategy. He told Chief Superintendent Jerry Westerman, who is in charge of policing across West Sussex, that people in the area wanted to see action not statements. THe strategy talks about an 'exciting step change for the future'. “If you ask people in the streets do they see any visible policing, then the answer from all of us would be a resounding no,” said Cllr Dr Walsh (LD, Beach) at Tuesday’s meeting of Arun District Council’s overview select committee. “THere is no visible policing in our towns, villages or anywhere. It’s a real bone of contention. “As a result of that, there is either little, or no, or occasionally a very late response to continuing patterns of low-level crime.” He cited examples of anti-social behaviour which had blighted Littlehampton town centre in the past few years and which worsened last autumn before any response from police. THe latest problem was a group of young people, some underage, riding motorbikes recklessly around the town. THey often lacked crash helmets. “Local residents have called time and time again and continue to be told a note will be made of the incident. Nobody turns up. THe statistics show crime may

be dropping but that’s because the public have given up reporting it because noone gets a response,” he said. But Supt Westerman said action had been taken against anti-social behaviour around Littlehampton. “Anti-social behaviour in Arun last March was up 5.5 per cent on the previous year and I looked at the figure before I came here and it is now down 6.1 per cent,” he said. "I still recognise that what people see and feel in their communities, whether cycling on the pavement or other anti-social behaviour, is really important. “THat’s why we have dedicated teams to deal with that. "When incidents are phoned in, we only have a limited number of response officers to deal with them. We have dedicated local prevention teams, though you won’t necessarily see a blue light response.” Supt Westerman also dealt with councillors’ comments about the increasing use of technology. He said drones would play a greater role in searches instead of helicopters. “We spend a lot of time dealing with issues which have nothing to do with crime – like mental health and missing persons. We look for missing persons all the time,” he said. He said the police were looking at improving response times to callers to the 101 non-emergency number. Sussex Police was also committed to responding to the majority of burglaries in person rather than over the phone.

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Honours ceremony to be held for arts leader in Bognor Regis YEARS of voluntary service by Hazel Latus to the arts in Bognor Regis will be recognised at a special ceremony. Hazel Latus, chairman of Arun Arts, will receive the British Empire Medal at the event on October 9. THe ceremony will take place at Arundel Town Hall and see the Lord-Lieutenant of West Sussex, Susan Pyper, and the Deputy Lieutenant, Philip Jackson, present Mrs Latus with her honour. THe BEM was announced earlier this year in acknowledgement of Mrs Latus' work for the arts in the town and her dedication and commitment to the community. Cllr Gillian Brown, leader of Arun District Council, will be among invited guests at the ceremony.

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She said: "It will be a privilege to witness Hazel receiving this award for her hard work and dedication to the arts in Bognor Regis and beyond. It is worthy recognition for her commitment to the theatre and so many community groups." During her time as a volunteer and now as chairman of the charity which runs the Regis Centre, Mrs Latus has shown grit and determination to ensure its Alexandra THeatre runs successfully and the many projects linked with it can continue to benefit the community. She has been responsible for bringing new productions and events to the theatre. She has also introduced family fun weeks and sponsors seats for families unable to afford tickets for children's shows.

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Providers of homeless help form coalition to fight cuts

AN UNPRECEDENTED coalition has been formed to ensure homeless people across Bognor Regis and Chichester are not abandoned. THe housing-related support and homelessness sector members have joined together to lobby and campaign against proposed cuts by West Sussex County Council. THeir members include Stonepillow, which has services in Chichester and Bognor Regis, and the Bognor Housing Trust. THey have been joined by the likes of Saxon Weald housing group and Worthing Churches Homeless Projects. THe Coalition of Providers group is being chaired by Hilary Bartle, chief executive of Stonepillow. She said she was pleased by initial support given to its members after the ge to witnessrecent news of the intended cut by the or her hardcounty council. But the members were ts in Bognoraware a lot of work was still to be done. y recognition "On behalf of the coalition, I wish to eatre and sosay how encouraged we have been by the support from across the wider public and eer and nowall political spectrums in voicing concerns hich runs theand lobbying against the county council's shown gritproposals to cut all funding these essential ts Alexandraservices. d the many "We are reassured by the county continue tocouncil's latest announcements to now hold a full consultation. We are resolved for bringingto fully engage and work with the council o the theatre.during this process to protect housingly fun weeksrelated support services across the county es unable toof West Sussex." ows. As reported, the county council

proposed at the end of last month to end all existing housing-related support contracts from next April. THese are given to providers like Stonepillow and the housing trust. It also proposed a 75 per cent reduction to the local assistance network, which helps those across the county who are financially vulnerable. A coalition spokesman said: "At a time of increasing levels of poverty, homelessness and with existing services experiencing both higher referral levels

and increased complexity of cases, it seems inappropriate and short-sighted to consider the removal of services which provide a safety net to the most vulnerable across communities." THe coalition's formation has already had an impact on the council, which is set to agree to consult and engage with the sector on its plans. THese will feature future funding options for housing-related support and the assistance network. Any final decisions have also been

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Town green bid made A FORMAL request has been made to protect a Bognor Regis open space. Town councillor Jan Cosgrove has asked West Sussex County Council to register Hothamton Gardens, also known as the Sunken Gardens, as a town green. If his bid succeeds, it would mean the site being safe from redevelopment. Owned by Arun District Council, it forms part of its intended linear park as a regeneration project for the town. Cllr Cosgrove said: "My bid revolves around the fact of the site being well used over many years and decades as a civic amenity and green space." He has stated on the application: "THe area has been used as of right by local people for at least 50 years for their recreation and leisure. "It serves as recreation space for residents living in nearby houses and flats and there is no nearby similar open space, also for visitors to the town and local residents using the town centre for shopping and leisure. Indeed, the town suffers a lack of such open space in general. Parents and children in particular make use of the space for recreation. "THere is expected to be a planning application by the landowner within several months which would

pushed back to December, 2018, from the original deadline of this month, and only after the consultation has finished. THe coalition has welcomed these moves but is seeking confirmation that existing contracts will be extended in line with the new consultation period. Its members also want it to be represented on the group which oversees the consultation and able to take part in all the relevant groups which will form the consultation to represent the complexity of some of its clients' needs.

remove the area and replace it with another one third less in area on which there has been limited consultation, but which is widely opposed, including by the Bognor Regis Civic Society, which supports the retention of the current green space." Bognor Regis Town Council also backed the bid, said Cllr Cosgrove, which is being made under the Commons Act 2006. THe town council's neighbourhood plan, adopted in 2015, includes the gardens as a designated green space. THe document describes it as 'a key landscape in the conservation area typical of 19th century squares visually important for historic as well as amenity reasons and highly valued by the community'. Under the Commons Act 2006, applications for town and village greens must be supported by evidence of use by the public. THis can be given at: westsussex.gov. uk/media/4177/village_green_questionnaire.pdf Information can also be given in writing to the county council with the reference: TVG voluntary registration Sunken Gardens Bognor Regis (CC803.15523). THe county council decides if the criteria for a town green set by the law has been met.

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FROM page one Mr Collins’s comments also concern applications for almost 1,000 homes at four sites around Yapton, Climping and Aldingbourne. He says he believes the latest version of the national planning policy framework (NPPF), issued by the government two months ago, means the plans are outdated and could conflict with matters such as promoting healthy and safe communities, promoting sustainable transport and meeting the challenge of climate change, flooding and coastal change. He also believed the scale of the housing would cause significant long-term impacts on economic growth and meeting housing targets across a wide area and called into question government policy in respect of housing requirements and neighbourhood planning. “However, the council feels under pressure to determine their applications at the earliest opportunity thereby potentially usurping these sensible plan-led processes,” he adds. Meanwhile, Pagham and Aldwick Greenfields Movement (PAGAM) members is holding an open meeting tomorrow to enable residents of Pagham, Aldwick and Bersted to find out the latest information of their two year battle. THe drop-in event will take place from midday-4pm in Pagham Village Hall in Pagham Road. PAGAM chairman Alan Pivett said: “THis will give residents an opportunity to find out more about the developments we are all fighting in the area and how they can influence the outcome.” Also set to be present are the RSPB and Pagham Ponies among others.

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Talks about centre future TALKS have begun about the future of a popular day centre in Bognor Regis. Arun District Council has started discussions with Age UK West Sussex about the Laburnum Centre for over-50s. THe council’s cabinet member for community wellbeing, Cllr Mike Clayden, and its group head of technical services, Nat Slade, have been given permission by councillors to compile a 'mutually beneficial' lease agreement with the charity for the day centre. Minutes of the private discussion state the agreement will be backed only if its value cuts the council’s current £173,773 annual funding for the service, which has more than 1,000 members. Negotiations are taking place against a backdrop of fears about the impact of further cuts in funding for council services. Cllr Dr James Walsh said at the meeting he hoped work was going on to ensure Arun continued its support for older people's services. He feared they would be affected by the swingeing cuts which West Sussex County Council was faced with making after its initial savings in recent years. “What action is being taken to ensure Arun continues to provide this service? Otherwise, I see older people services going the same way as those for young people a few years ago, which the county council has pulled out of completely. “We will end up with all sorts of problems,” he said. “What is happening may save the county council money but the knockon effect on other public services – the

police, the NHS and sometimes the fire service – and others who have to pick up the pieces and it will end up costing the public purse more.” Cllr Matt Stanley (LD, Marine) also asked about work Arun was carrying out to lessen the impact of the county council’s likely cut in housing funding support to charities. Last Wednesday’s meeting took place just after all the Conservative leaders of district and borough councils across West Sussex have agreed to write to the government warning about the effects of further cutbacks. THe county council has slashed spending by £145m in the past eight years and faces having to cut another £146m in the next four years. Arun’s leader, Cllr Mrs Gillian Brown, told its members at their full meeting last week: “We agreed to write to government requesting key services for children and vulnerable adults are properly funded." A joint statement issued by the councils said: “West Sussex County Council explained the financial challenges of reduced government funding and the increased demands for the statutory services of children’s and adult social care. THe leaders agreed how they could work together to try to mitigate the potential impacts of the cuts on vulnerable groups. “It was acknowledged that in the next four-year period there is insufficient funding and it was agreed to write collectively to the government highlighting the difficult decisions that will need to be taken if social care services are not adequately funded.”

Dresses will bring weddings to life at exhibition in church COUPLES will be remembering one of the happiest days of lives at a celebration of weddings in Pagham. St THomas a'Becket Church is hosting a special event tomorrow to mark the occasions. More than 30 couples are taking part by loaning wedding dresses and other attire, writing the stories of their marriages and displaying photos and memorabilia. Several mothers, daughters and sisters will be exhibiting alongside each other to provide a glimpse into the role the church plays in the lives of families who live around it.

THe Rev Mark Eminson, the church's vicar, said: "Some of our participating couples married very young, while others tied the knot a little later in life, or for the second time around." Wedding-themed flowers will adorn the church for the event, from 11am4pm. Music that was played at the featured weddings will be performed. Visitors will also have the rare chance to see marriage registers dating back to the 1700s on loan from the county records office. Entry is by donations. Funds raised will go to the church's Raise the Roof Appeal for a new roof.

MORE signs setting out the dog ban in an Aldwick site where a young child was attacked have been sought. Cllr Phil Hitchins (C, Aldwick W) said he wanted to see more notices around Marine Park Gardens to ensure dog owners had no excuses about taking their pets into the popular open space. As reported, a toddler was bitten by a dog in King’s Parade last month outside the gardens. THe dog was believed to have been a cream-coloured Staffordshire Terrier, which bit the three-year-old boy on his chest. A woman with the dog was photographed walking into the gardens. Cllr Hitchins told Aldwick Parish Council’s latest meeting he had asked Arun District Council’s officers for a report into the installation of new signs. “It is very bad when a child gets attacked by a dog being walked when it should not be being walked there in the first place,” he said.

“If there are young children there, you don’t want dogs charging around. It’s not a park, it’s a garden. “I would like to see large notices when you walk straight into the gardens so they are in front of you. “I don’t think the gardens are well signposted. I walk my dog in West Park and, when you are walking a dog, you are looking in front of you. “THat’s why I want to see signs in front of people as they walk in and not to the right of them. I will wait to see if that’s going to happen. “Cllr Trevor Bence has photographed a number of people walking their dogs there. I have spoken to people doing the same and they just ignore you. THey just don’t want to know. If they want a £100 fine, it’s up to them.” Parish Council chairman, Cllr Lilian Richardson, said the impact of the current signs could be blunted because they contained a lot of rules.

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` Calming success TRAFFIC-CALMING work in Aldwick has made two busy roads safer. One of the area’s district councillors told a meeting the £20,000 scheme where Fish Lane and Marine Drive West meet had been a success. THe work was completed by West Sussex County Council a year ago in response to concerns about the speed of motorists passing through the seafront site. Cllr Trevor Bence said at Aldwick Parish Council’s meeting last week he had asked for an update from the county council. “THey told me there had been no incidents relating to safety since the work was finished,” he said. “THe police have also taken readings of the speed and it has dropped from an average of 34mph to 32mph along Fish Lane and Aldwick Street, which is well below the tolerances they would be looking at to do anything further or consider a danger.” Cllr Bence (C, Aldwick E) said this showed the scheme had been a success in spite of the criticisms when it was installed. He said he had been asked by a resident in nearby Aldwick Avenue to request improvements to the project to make conditions safer for motorists turning out of the road. But current hatching along the side of Fish Lane to encourage motorists was all that could be done, Cllr Bence said, because of the two private homes on that side of the road. Cyclists have criticised the trafficcalming because the entrance gates force them out into the middle of the road along with vehicles.

Friday, September 21, 2018

f The Pagham Pram Race committee and First Responders

Pram race backs first aid helpers A FUNDRAISING bingo night by Pagham Pram Race volunteers saw a shocking event. THe night saw the pram race committee officially hand over a £1,000 portable defibrillator to the Bognor Regis Branch Community First Responders. THe potentially life-saving equipment was bought out of money raised by the committee in 2017. Its chairman, Mick Warren, said: "THis is the first time the committee has funded a device of this nature. "My committee and I unanimously agreed that this was a great use of some of the money we had raised last year. "We hope, of course, that it never has to be used but if it saves just one life then it's job done." Branch Community Responders are volunteers in the community trained to respond to emergency services alongside

the South East Coast Ambulance Service. Being part of the communities of Bognor Regis, Bosham, Chichester, Arundel, Rustington and Hunston, and the surrounding areas, enables them to quickly reach a patient and provide lifesaving treatment until an ambulance arrives. Defibrillators work by checking the rhythm of a patient's heart and send a shock to the heart to restore its normal rhythm. THey are used to help people having a sudden cardiac arrest. THe committee members at the handover as well as Mr Warren were Tony Taylor, Liz Carey, Pete Cullingham, Paul Moore, Charlotte Moore, Tommy Moore and Holly Moore and committee helper Grace Cullingham. THe sell-out bingo night raised more than £1,500 for more good causes in the area as part of this year's fundraising.

Pupils' write way to award WOULD-BE authors at Felpham Community College have been given a five-star accolade. THeir achievements in the annual Young Writer competitions earned it the highest accolade from organisers. THe national company aims to encourage students to write creatively. THe community college has been successful in several of its competitions and has had a large number of its hundreds of entries published. THeir themes have ranged from Stranger Sagas to Welcome to Wonderland. Stephen Castle, one of the college's

English teachers, said: "It's a brilliant achievement for the school and our students to receive this award. "We have always championed the students taking part in this competition as it encourages and develops their writing skills and they always enjoy it. "Earlier this year, over 20,000 entries from across the UK were submitted for the Stranger Sagas theme and 82 of our students were successful and had their work published. "Each year, as a school, we have a higher number of entries published, which is fantastic."

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Students have designs on future as they begin to use hi-tech building THESE are the first views of the new dream factory in Bognor Regis. THe £35m engineering and digital technology park at the town’s campus of the University of Chichester is starting to be filled with students. THe building is nationally significant – with creative equipment as good as any in southern England on which to create films, soundtracks and animation and an engineering course among just six in the country which meets a global standard. THose creative students who are the first to benefit from the facilities are eager to start as soon as the installation is completed. Many were on a foundation course at the university last year. THey will be able to write, film, produce and edit their own movie within the next year in facilities at the Upper Bognor Road site equal to the best industry standards. Catherine Mander, 25, of Tamworth, said: “THe facilities here are incredible. I can’t believe them. I’m so excited to get on with the course. THe promise of this building was good enough for me to sign up for it.” Fellow student William Dixon, 19, from THorpe-le-Soken, said: “Being here is a dream come true. THe best thing is going to be going into creative work having used state-of-the-art equipment, which is as good as it would be in London.” THat equipment includes a sound studio capable of hosting an 80-piece orchestra and controlled by a 48-channel world class mixing desk, pictured middle right. Mike Holley, the university’s head of creative and digital technologies, said:

“THe studio is one of just three of this size in the south of England. THe others are Air Studio and Abbey Road Studios. “It is 270sq m and three storeys high and we’ve already had interest in using it from industry sources.” THere is also the special effects technology, the 75sq m green space studio able to be used with backdrops from around the world, animation equipment good enough to tempt two experts from big screen blockbusters like Amazing Spiderman and Inception and Interstellar to join, nine editing suites and a computeraided design suite around its four floors. “THis is not just about the regeneration of Bognor Regis. It’s about all of the south coast and bringing people to the worldclass facilities on their doorstep,” said Mr Holley. About 45 students will be in place by next month as the department builds up to just over 200 on ten courses. For Professor Seamus Higson, the university’s deputy vice-chancellor, the building is the result of three years of hard work. “When I came here, this was just a muddy field full of brambles. Now, it’s reality and it’s been created to an amazing standard,” he said. “We are launching 30-plus science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM) courses here. I believe that’s the largest single launch of STEM subjects in this country for 50 years. “We have brought in a conceive, design, implement and operate method of studying

which came out of two universities – the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and one in Sweden. “We are one of only six universities in the UK with that accreditation. THe others include UCL in London and Queen’s University in Belfast. THat’s the league we are now in.” Leading the work to build the department from scratch is the head of engineering, Professor Stuart Harmer. He said: “THis is a university without a history of engineering courses and it will take time to build them up but we have gone for quality over quantity. “THe courses are very significant. If you lived in this area and wanted to study engineering, you had to go to Brighton or Portsmouth. “We have designed the courses so the students work in teams as they will when they start work. “We are unique in that 25 per cent of their work each year will be on a project. Most universities only do that in their final year.” THe top-quality equipment includes tensile testing machine capable of subjecting materials to as much force as ten tons, 3D printers, CNC milling machines, grinders, polishers and microscopes in a range of labs and testing facilities. THe initial 50 engineering students will include those on masters degree and PhD courses.

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` Rotary concert A WORLD of Song awaits the audience at a Bognor Regis concert. Soprano Glenys Groves will be joined by Michael Lessiter (bass/ baritone) and pianist Scilla Stewart at the tuneful event being held by Bognor Regis Rotary Club. It will take place at 7.30pm on October 13 in the Regis School of Music in Sudley Road. Songs from the shows, light opera and well-known classics will keep concert-goers entertained. All proceeds will go to international and local Rotary charities. Tickets cost £15 each from Johnmoore227@btinternet.com or 01243 261777.

` New roof for hall MAJOR works to Jubilee Hall in North Bersted are being planned by the parish council. Its members were told by their clerk, Debbie Holcombe, a new roof was required for the 33-year-old building off Chalcraft Lane. THe cost was likely to run into five figures because of the need to remove the current tiles, which contain asbestos, renew the roofing felt and take off and re-install the solar panels. She will be obtaining three quotes for the work.

` Bank cards stolen BANK cards in a handbag stolen when a burglar climbed through an open window of a property in Sadler Street, Bognor Regis, on September 1 were then used fraudulently.

Friday, September 21, 2018

Brave headshave helps the Angels BRAVE Kerri-Jade Hammond led with her head to help a Bognor Regis support group for mental health awareness. Kerri-Jade, also known as CeriyJayde, had her hair cut and shaved off in public to support Guardian Angels. THe group was set up by Bognor Regis resident Joee Nash, pictured kissing Kerri-Jade's newly shaved scalp, to offer support and guidance to anyone battling mental health problems. Joee carried out the headshave in the High Street which saw Kerri-Jade’s seven inches of hair disappear in about five minutes. THe 22-year-old, of the Witterings, said she hoped to bring in £400 for Guardian Angels by sacrificing her hair. “I wish I had someone like this when I was going through my dark times,” she said. “I hope the money I raise will enable Guardian Angels to help more people suffering from mental health problems. “I couldn’t think of anything else to do to raise money for them. My head feels all right at the moment but it is a bit chilly.” Kerri-Jade’s help came during Guardian Angels’ fourth session in the town centre. Joee, who has overcome anxiety, depression and loneliness, said: “THe idea of the street campaign is to get people talking about mental health. “It’s gone really well. We’ve had 12 or more people in the three hours we’ve been here, expressing themselves and

opening up about their experiences. “All our street campaigns have been in Bognor Regis town centre. I’d like to go to other town and cities because mental health issues are everywhere.” Guardian Angels’ supporters held signs saying ‘I survived depression’ and ‘mental health awareness. Another posed as the invisible mask woman behind a list of mental health conditions.

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Air cadets fly high EAGER shoppers took the chance to get up close to a model Spitfire in Bognor Regis town centre. A constant stream of visitors of all ages enjoyed viewing the two-thirds scale replica of the famous British wartime airplane on its first visit to the London Road precinct. It was the centrepiece of a collection by the town's Royal Air Forces Association branch and 351 Squadron RAF Air Cadets to commemorate the latest anniversary of the Battle of Britain. THe event last Saturday raised £1,746 for the Wings Appeal to delight its organisers. Flight Sergeant Nick Moran, the air cadets' officer in command, said: "It's the first time I've brought the replica Spitfire, which a friend made from a kit model, into the town centre. I usually take it to fetes and shows. "THe first thing people ask is if the replica flies and they also want to know if it's real. "It's good for the little ones to sit in the cockpit so they know what it's like to be in a Spitfire."

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One of the air cadets present collecting for the appeal was Emily Sherrington, 14. She said: "I've been an air cadet for about two years. I like the opportunities you get the hiking and the camping. "When you go camping, you get to meet different people and see all sorts of things." Also present at the display was the RAFA branch's skiffle band. THe public events came the day before the branch's annual Battle of Britain service conducted by the chaplain of the branch, the Rev Brian Shersby, at the town's Methodist Church. Six proud cadets were enrolled into 2351 Squadron RAF Air Cadets. THey were Harry Ingram, Adam James, Willem KeijserPetch, Luciano Licursi, Alex Lupu and Igor Sak and took the number of cadets in the thriving squadron to 31. THe well-attended service also included the laying up of the squadron's old banner. THis is in keeping with an ancient custom to pay respect to those who have given service behind it. THe cadets' new banner was dedicated by Mr Shersby.

I had another column written, but sadly I had some very upsetting news. THis week, I wish to dedicate my column to my late great brother- in- law who sadly passed away this week. When you lose someone close, it brings a lot of things into perspective. It’s amazing how you worry over the small things and then you lose someone close and what you thought was important isn’t anymore. My sister and her husband were one of life’s success stories; they met on the internet and fell in love. THey had truly found their soul mates, and it was beautiful to witness such a loving partnership. THeir love was transatlantic, he was a Brooklyn New Yorker and she a London Lass, but nothing held them back, not distance that’s for sure. She emigrated to the USA to be with him and for 16 years they ran a very successful Realty company. I can only imagine her grief, as I’ve yet to meet my soul mate, (I’m ever hopeful). After all the condolences and visitors paying their respects, I would think it is the silence you dread. THe inability to have the person you love most in the world not be by your side, giving an opinion, advice or simply eating together. After the funeral everyone goes back to their lives and you are left picking up the pieces of the rest of yours. Life really is too short and

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Folk festival is underway CENTRAL Bognor Regis has come alive with music this week. THe sixth Southdowns Folk Festival is taking over the town centre. Scores of musicians and singers are performing to indoor and outdoor audiences. THe festival began last night with a show by TRADarr and continues today, tomorrow and Sunday. Many of the performances take place in the Regis Centre but others are in a marquee on the Place St Maur, in the High Street and locations such as the Regis School of Music, the RAFA Club and Tao Bar. THe headliners are Merry Hell and O’Hooley & Tidow tonight, charttopping Steve Harley and his acoustic trio tomorrow and Dervish on Sunday. Also taking place among the crammed

programme is the Southdowns Ukulele Festival, with a special concert at 2pm today, the Seaside ‘Big Sing’, free music workshops, the Sussex Young Folk Competition, dancing and giant festival markets. Workshops are being held as well. Events are ticketed or free. THe Making THeatre Gaining Skills is performing Let’s Go Fishing as part of the event. Roger Nash, the folk festival’s chairman and founder, said: “It’s like doing a large jigsaw puzzle. One or two issues have arisen but we’ve overcome those and the event’s come together very well. “THere’s been a lot of reaction on social media and people are really excited by some of the headliners we have like Steve Harley and Dervish."

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Pensions pressure SEVERAL pension campaigners from the Bognor Regis and Chichester area lobbied national politicians to press their case for fairer treatment. Members of Women Against State Pension Inequality (Waspi) joined other south coast groups at the Liberal Democrat party conference in Brighton at the weekend. Some of them were briefed by Lib Dem MP Stephen Lloyd (Eastbourne) about the latest position in their fight against having their state pension age raised twice in the past decade to 66 without what they claim was sufficient notice. Mr Lloyd told them: "My office in Westminster continues to liaise with the parliamentary ombudsman. THey confirmed last week their inquiry into the Department for Work and Pensions

communicating (or not) with women from the 1995 Pensions Act continues apace. "Sir Vince Cable has publicly committed the Lib Dems to supporting whatever recommendations the ombudsman finally comes up with. "It's essential the Waspi members around the country put as much pressure as possible on all politicans, to do the same. It will be very, very hard for the government to refuse." He said campaigners needed to carry on to and gain more support to ensure their momentum became unstoppable. Other women born in the 1950s who want to join the campaign should go to its next meeting from 3-5pm next Tuesday at the Jubilee Hall off Chalcraft Lane in North Bersted.

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` Roller rink plans A ROLLER rink is among the potential uses for an open space on Bognor Regis seafront. Arun District Council has applied to itself to allow a change of use for the Place St Maur des Fosses to enable it to be used for a range of community events. Sloane & Brown, the council's planning consultants, lists the rink as one of the potential further uses of the space between Belmont Street and THe Esplanade. Also listed are low-key festivals and music events, marquees and big top events, craft markets, food, drink and alcohol outlets, a base for sports events and activities and charity fundraising events. A statement by Sloane & Brown with the application says: "THe events would generally be seasonal and would be for limited periods of time. "THe use of the space will be strictly controlled by the Arun District Council via the events procedure or street trading rules, and the configuration, timing and layout of events will be managed. "Timing of events could be controlled by a suitably worded planning condition, and could be 8am-10pm." A site noise management plan would be prepared for relevant events and residents and neighbouring business made aware of the forthcoming activities. THe plans also include temporary structures and buildings needed to enable the events to be held. At present, the Place is used for events like the Southdowns Folk Festival, the Christmas ice rink, some markets and children's activities.

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Blake statue plan is unveiled at festival PLANS for a larger than life statue inspired by William Blake for Bognor Regis seafront have been revealed. Sculptor Vincent Gray has unveiled a maquette of what he hopes would be a 16ft tall landmark. THe first sight of the model of Albion Rose was seen by many of the several hundred visitors to the latest Blakefest on Saturday. He said: "I envisage the statue being the Angel of the South. Rachel Searle (Blakefest's founder) told me there could be six potential sites for the statue from Bognor Regis to Felpham. "It should have the sea as the backdrop. THe sea very much featured in Blake's work and he wrote about the joys of living in Felpham and the light and the sea. "It will draw people of all ages to Bognor Regis and tell people that William Blake was here to put the town well and truly on the map." He envisaged the statue being cast in bronze, with a potential gold leaf finish, and costing about ÂŁ200,000. THe Chichester-based sculptor created the statue of John Keats in the city centre. Rachel said: "Bognor is more in need of public art than Chichester and Bognor's connection with Blake is far stronger than Chichester has with Keats." THe latest festival was the fifth and she said she was delighted with its success. A range of spoken and musical activities took place, mainly in the Regis Centre. "We've taken our inspiration from the

poet Allen Ginsberg and the counterculture revolution of the 60s," she said. Ginsberg visited Felpham in 1979. "Ginsberg loved the work of Blake and today is all about waking up Bognor to the influence of Blake. "I'm very pleased with the way the day's going. It's our first time in this centre and it's good to be here," she said. Some 11 hours of performances were ended by the Lena Lovich Band just after the ten-strong All THings Must Pass Orchestra had performed a series of George Harrison's songs. Before that, the performers included rising jazz star Jamie Leeming and his trio, THe Wonder Boys and David Farnan. Guitarist Jeremy Hayward, of THe Wonder Boys, said: "THis is a good festival. It focuses on original music. "It is a big problem in Bognor that it's all about cover bands, unlike Brighton." THe spoken word also played a prominent part in the day. THe South Downs Poetry Festival supplied several poets. Among them was Ireland's contemporary finest, Ciaran O'Driscoll. He said: "I've come here specially for the festival on my way home to Limerick from a holiday in Italy. "THis is an amazing festival for Blake. He was a very different poet from the mainstream - a visionary poet. "Some of his poems that have really struck me include Tyger, Tyger. He uses very short lines that don't really tell you

very much but leave a lot open to the imagination." He read from his latest work of 20 poets as well as Holding On, a satire on automated phone systems studied by thousands of English A-level students. Andrew Lindesay and Tamar Yoseloff were selling their latest book, by poet Chris McCabe and artist Sophie Herxheimer, based on the work of Blake. "It's our ninth title and the one we have crowdfunded the most money for - ÂŁ1,500 - and raised it the quickest," said Andrew.

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Helpers keep beaches clean VOLUNTEERS gave Selsey a spruce-up as they combed its pebbles for rubbish. More than 50 people took part in the town's latest beach clean as part of a national campaign. THey collected about 30 bags of plastic, metal, rubber and glass. THe items ranged from sweet wrappers to bits of wire and bicycle parts. THe event, in Saturday's late summer sun, was a combined effort by three organisations. Selsey energy consultant Tom Broughton was among those who took part. "It is pleasing how little rubbish there is here, especially after a busy season," he said. "It shows people care." Among those who joined in were Andrew Brown, a Selsey town councillor and his twin daughters, Layla and Amelie, aged seven, who had been learning about sea conservation at school and were aware of pollution problems. On Pagham beach, some 30 Aldwick and

Pagham Sea Scouts were joined by three of their leaders, helpers, parents and county and district councillor Dawn Hall the previous evening for their beach clean. THey collected 50 litres of waste like drinks bottles, lots of bottle lids and pieces of foam. String, rope and machined wood were also found, along with a large fishing hook, a lot of cotton bud sticks and a few wet wipes. Graham Salter, one of the Scouts' leaders, said: "However, it was felt that a lot of these items had been washed up on the beach rather than being left there." Felpham Village Conservation Society also held one of its well-supported beach cleans. A total of 74 people, aged from under two to more than 80, took part to collect six full bags. Another 45 volunteers cleaned the Summerley and Beach estates foreshores.

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f Selsey councillor Andrew Brown with his twins Layla (blue) & Amelie (red)

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` Customer director BUS OPERATOR Stagecoach has chosen its first customer service director for its routes around West Sussex. Keith Gait, pictured below, will be driving forward improvements to the experiences of the customer's passengers to encourage people to travel on its vehicles. Edward Hodgson, managing director for Stagecoach South, said: "I'm delighted to welcome Keith to the business as we embark on an exciting and innovative new 'fit for the future' programme to further improve the customer experience and encourage more people to travel by bus. "Keith brings with him a wealth of customer centric experience which will be key as we continue to deliver on improvements that keep the customer at the forefront of everything we do." Keith has spent his entire career in customer service with Sainsburys, Condor Ferries, South East Coast Ambulance and NHS Direct.

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Research news interests group SIGHT-SAVING research was outlined to a record meeting of a Bognor Regis support group. Macular Society fundraising manager Julie Edwards told the ten members at the charity's latest meeting about the progress being made to tackle macular degeneration. Her updates included news about work to replace injections in affected eyes to preserve sight with drops and implants with the medicines inside to last for up to a year. Scientists are also working on stem cell transplants from human skin to replace the part of the retina damaged by the condition and which destroys central vision. "THis could be a very good treatment

ALPHAPET Veterinary Clinics has celebrated 25 years in business at its Bognor Regis branch. Vets, nurses, receptionists and clients all gathered at the clinic in West Meads for a cake-cutting and photos to help mark the milestone achievement. Emma Pink, manager at Brent Lodge Wildlife Hospital in Sidlesham, also visited to receive a cheque for ÂŁ3,036.49 which was raised at the vets' annual dog fun show last month. THe show is organised by lead nurse, Charlie Sampson, and this year celebrated its ninth year.

in due course to bring back sight for for people whose sight has started to deteriorate. It's a good few years off yet but it's a very significant development and exciting development," she said. THe society also funded research to help people who had macular degeneration. One aspect of this work considered Charles Bonnet Syndrome, which causes hallucinations. Investigations were going on as well into the tiny changes in a person's eye before they developed the dry version of macular degeneration, she added. THe turnout was the best since the group was set up in mid-2016. It meets from 10.30am-12.30pm on the second THursday monthly at 4Sight Vision Support, Victoria Drive, Bognor Regis.

Richard Edwards and Doug Alexander who joined in 1998 - partners of the three practices in Bognor Regis, Kingley Vale and Birdham, were joined for the celebrations by Katie Brookbanks, who was an original partner in 1993 and nurse Sandra Leatherdale, who helped set the vets up. Richard said: "It's gone way better than we ever expected. It all comes down to all the people that started it off, my parents - my mother did a huge amount, Katie's mum did a huge amount and we owe an awful lot of people, an awful lot. "It really makes a difference if you can get that personal touch. If we were in it just

for the money, we wouldn't be here. We do a whole lot of wildlife work here and it doesn’t earn money. "We do it because we are vets. One of the things that has kept me going is that I am vehemently against the corporates and there is a huge future for us as an independent practice. It is the next 25 years." THe West Meads branch opened its doors in an old video shop on September 12, 1993, and just a week later the Birdham branch opened in a former chicken shed. For more information, visit: alphapet. co.uk

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EXHIBITIONS GHISLINE DAVIS - RICH PICKINGS STITCHMAKERS: LINE AND TEXTURE, LAND AND SEA until Sunday, September 23, open Tuesday to Sunday, 10am - 4.30pm Free admission Address: Oxmarket Centre of Arts, St Andrew's Court, off East Street, Chichester PO1 IYH Further information 01243 779103 www.oxmarket.com

BRICKS BRITANNIA LEGO EXHIBITION until Wednesday, October 31 Admission free Address: THe Novium Museum, Tower Street, Chichester PO19 1QH www.thenovium.org/britannia

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Tickets: £28 adults, £15 children (5-16), £80 family, children under 5 – free Address: Stansted Park, Rowlands Castle, Hampshire PO9 6DX www.stanstedpark.co.uk 'LET'S GO FISHING', AN EXCITING, COLOURFUL AND FUNNY PLAY FOR 3-8 YRS & FAMILIES. PART OF THE SOUTHDOWNS FOLK FESTIVAL CHILDREN'S ACTIVITIES Saturday, September 22, 10am - Sunday, September 23, 10.30am Free admission Address: Performance Marquee, Place St. Maur, Bognor Regis PO21 1BJ Tel:07511 246113 Contact: info@makingtheatre.co.uk AMBERLEY MUSEUM AUTUMN BUS SHOW Sunday, September 23, 10am - 5pm Tickets: child £7, adult £12.50 Address: Amberley Museum, New Barn Road, Amberley BN18 9LT Tel: 01798 831370 www.amberleymuseum.co.uk for more information INCREDIBLE INVENTIONS FAMILY TRAIL until Sunday, September 30 Ticket price: £3 per trail. Normal admission prices apply Address: Petworth House, Petworth GU28 0AE Tel: 01798342207 www.nationaltrust.org.uk OVING SCARECROWS AUTUMN EVENT Saturday, October 6, 6.30pm Tickets: £8 for adults, £4 for children - Food is included Address: Oving Jubilee Village Hall, High Street, Oving, Chichester PO20 2DQ Music, BBQ, cash bar and raffle www.ovingscarecrows.org or see the Facebook page for more details

MUSIC MUSIC FROM RENAISSANCE PORTUGAL Saturday, September 22, 7.30pm Tickets: £15 each Address: Boxgrove Priory, Boxgrove PO18 0EE Email: boxoffice@chichester.gov.uk Tel: 01243 816525 SOUTHDOWNS FOLK FESTIVAL until Sunday, September 23 Ticket price: loads of free events tickets from £10.50 Address: Bognor Regis Centre PO21 1BL www.southdownsfolkfest.co.uk

HAMISH STUART BAND WITH SPECIAL GUEST MOLLY DUNCAN Friday, September 28, 8pm–11pm Address: The Chichester Inn, 38 West Street, Chichester PO19 1RP www.facebook.com/events/442931386142480 www.chichesterinn.co.uk JOE BUTT Saturday, October 6, 9pm Address: THe Fisherman’s Joy, 71 East Street, Selsey, PO20 0BU www.joebutt.co.uk SWEENEY TODD BAND Saturday, October 6, 8.30pm Address: THe Wittering Royal British Legion, Legion Way, East Wittering, Chichester PO20 8PA www.facebook.com/SweeneyToddBand/

SHOWS COPENHAGEN until Saturday, September 22 Ticket price: £20 Address: Chichester Festival THeatre, Oaklands Park, Chichester PO19 6AP Tel: 01243 781312 www.cft.org.uk LGBT POP OPERA - GLITTERBALL Friday, September 28, 7.30pm Tickets: £14 / £10 concessions Address: THe Regis Centre, Bognor Regis PO21 1BL Tel: 01243 861010 www.alexandratheatre.co.uk

OTHER LIVE BETTER TOGETHER: A SERIES OF EVENTS TO MARK THE INTERNATIONAL DAY OF PEACE Friday, September 21 - Tuesday, October 16 Address: The Royal Chantry, Cathedral Cloisters, Chichester PO19 1PX Tel: 01243 782595 www.chichestercathedral.org.uk 60’S NIGHT! Saturday, September 22 Ticket price: £35 per person (+ £1 per person service charge) Address: Beachcroft Hotel Restaurant, Clyde Road, Felpham PO22 7AH Call 01243 827142 or www.beachcroft-hotel.co.uk

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BOXGROVE COMPANION DOG SHOW WITH OBEDIENCE Saturday, September 22, 12pm Address: Boxgrove Village Hall sports field, Boxgrove, PO18 0EE Ticket: £2 per dog per class Profits to be shared between Boxgrove Priory and Boxgrove Village Hall Call 01243 785990 for more information QUIZ IN AID OF CHESTNUT TREE HOUSE CHILDREN’S HOSPICE Saturday, September 22, 6.15pm for 6.45pm start (Teams of up to eight people) Tickets in advance: £10 per person, to include ploughman’s supper (bring your own drinks) Address: St Mary’s Centre, Grassmere Close, Felpham PO22 7NU Call Paula Puleston on 01243 584843 Email: paulapuleston@aol.com CARD MAKING CRAFT SALE Saturday, September 22, 10am until 4pm Address: St Wilfrid’s Hospice Shop, Terminus Road, Chichester Tel: 01243 775302 All proceeds will go to St Wilfrid’s Hospice. SLINDON FILM NIGHT - DARKEST HOUR Tuesday, September 25, 7.30pm Tickets: £5 each Address: Coronation Hall, Slindon BN18 0QT Pay at the door or email slindonlife@slindon.com to reserve seats POETRY AT NEW PARK Wednesday, September 26, 7.30pm Tickets: £4 each Address: New Park Community Centre, New Park Road, Chichester PO19 7XY Guest poet Raine Geoghegan with music by Simon Callow plus an open mic. All welcome. Tel: 01243 536840

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New look Opus Loco is just the job, says Sarah When Sarah Duke saw her recruitment agency Opus Loco trending on social media giant Twitter she knew a hit TV show featuring the business had made a huge impact. Now Sarah is confident that once again the company can be in the spotlight thanks to a classy office refurbishment along with a new, fresh approach boosted by a rebrand. Sarah, along with colleagues Oksana Simconok and Gaynor Heath, were filmed for a fly-onthe-wall Channel 4 documentary called British Workers Wanted, which revealed young people were more interested in being YouTube stars than working. And the show proved so popular that a review in the Daily Telegraph noted: "Sarah and Gaynor were immensely likable, terrifically funny characters – chain-smoking and hard-working but also not afraid to dish out a bloody good rollicking to anyone who crossed them. It was impossible not to enjoy their company. They would be an excellent addition to Gogglebox." Fast forward to today and Sarah has overseen the finishing touches to the new-look Opus Loco, which has been helped hugely by joining forces with London agency CRS Group. Sarah, who was stopped by viewers for selfies after the show was screened, explains: "We enjoyed making the programme and it helped put us and Bognor Regis on the map. Next, we wanted to revamp the office and generally overhaul the business to create a new, fresh impression with even more professionalism. We are under one umbrella with CRS Group and it’s a very exciting time

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for the business. "The TV show thrust us into the public domain and we saw a big spike in business and we now want to continue that trend and feel the revamp will help us to achieve this. "To date, we have built a strong reputation among our client base and take pride in the commitment we make to our clients to earn their loyalty. Our clients have told us that we're different to all the other recruitment companies they have tried because of our personal service and attention to detail. "We pride ourselves on delivering a first-class service to clients to ensure that we are the best recruitment agency in Bognor Regis, which includes the ability and expertise to manage a small temporary worker order, to larger bulk orders whilst remaining flexible enough to respond to the clients' daily needs." The established business offers work opportunities to those seeking jobs in every aspect of toil, from landscaping to working in warehouses, and from housekeeping to labourers, as well as employment at events. They have attracted contracts from some big concerns, all over the south east; one of which is parcel delivery giants TNT, who have entrusted Opus Loco with recruitment for 28 of their depots. Meanwhile, Sarah says she is delighted with the new-look office and has paid tribute to Darren Strange, of ATT Property Services (07478 203345) for masterminding such a stylish refurbishment. "I would highly recommend Darren as he has done such a wonderful job and we are thrilled with what he has achieved on our behalf," she said.

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Health & Wellbeing

by Denise Kelly

Tree-t your body to daily moringa dose FOR THOSE of you who know me, or those who have been treated by me, you will know my love for superfoods as opposed to supplements. It's not to say that some supplements are not amazing, but personally I like to use the most natural products available, and that includes herbs and superfoods wherever possible. THe reason for this is your body can utilise the substance better and have full absorption without taking too much energy away from the body. In my experience, this gives better sustained health and greater energy levels, which, lets face it we could all do with! I am a big fan of many superfoods, and have used them for years now, alongside healthy

clean living with my clients, such as chlorella, spirulina, maca, matcha and green tea powders for super charging your smoothies. But move over… there is a new supergreen in town! Packed with vitamin C, calcium, potassium and amino acids, this fine, velvety powder comes from the fast-growing moringa tree, natives to India, Pakistan and Nepal. Moringa has incredible health benefits that could benefit so many of us. THe bark, sap, roots, leaves, seeds and flowers of the moringa tree (sometimes referred to as the drumstick tree, the miracle tree, the ben oil tree, or the horseradish tree) have all been used to traditionally treat a variety of ailments including, inflammation, swelling, stomach

This superfood has been used in India and Africa to help fight malnutrition, because it can be grown so cheaply and easily, and the leaves retain lots of vitamins and minerals when dried.

disorders, neurodegenerative diseases, diabetes, asthma, arthritis, epilepsy, thyroid disorder, anaemia and sickle cell disorder. Its also incredible at treating bacterial, viral and parasitic infections. As if this isn't enough, this wonder tree has also been linked to having positive effects on liver function, skin and hair, bone health, immunity, cardiovascular health, kidney function, eye health and cancer prevention. THis superfood has been used in India and Africa to help fight malnutrition, because it can be grown so cheaply and easily, and the leaves retain lots of vitamins and minerals when dried. THe leaves contain more vitamin A than carrots, more calcium then milk, more iron than spinach, more vitamin C than oranges and more potassium than bananas, and the protein in the morning gives milk and eggs a run for their money! Some superfoods can have, lets say, a less than pleasant taste, making it hard to palate, but this nourishing superfood is surprisingly pleasant to taste, which is why food companies have been quick to include the beneficial tree in pressed juices, nutrition bars, and other healthy snacks. It's also starting to be used in beauty products as it's fantastic at protecting hair against free radicals and keeps it clean and healthy. As it contains such a good amount of protein, it also makes moringa very helpful in protecting the skin cells from damage as it has a hydrating and detoxifying element to it, which also means it's highly effective in curing skin infections and sores. Moringa is also a natural sleep aid that

not only produces calming effects, but also helps us achieve longer, more restful sleep as it contains all eight essential amino acids, which stimulate sleep-inducing hormones, and this has to make you feel better the next day than medication/chemically generated sleeping pills! Recent research has also concluded that moringa is a natural herbal medicine that is successful in treating fertility issues in both male and females. In fact, the best herbal treatment meant to cure infertility is Moringa Oleifera. So how much can you have per day? Obviously if you have specific issues, you may need to consult a professional for dosage, but on average I would recommend about half a teaspoon of moringa leaf powder per day in your smoothies or some coconut water. It is best taken with or around food and will be an amazing addition to your day!! If you have specific health questions or would like to book a consultation to see me in either my Bosham clinic, near Chichester, or Harley Street Clinic, London, please do not hesitate to call me. Denise Kelly is a passionate and motivated 'health expert/nutritionist'. Her company is called DK - The Wellbeing company and represents all things health and fitness.

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Popping open bubbly in time for festive cheer Martin Lury Our very own bon vivant gets to grips with all the best buys martin.lury@me.com

CHICHESTER'S Assembly Room in the middle of North Street combines Georgian splendour with good acoustics and last weekend both Iron Tyger plus orchestra playing Queen’s Greatest Hits and the Zeppelin Experience, all the way from sunny Manchester, succeeded in truly regaling their sell-out audience and thoroughly earned their respective standing ovations! In due celebratory mood, I then allowed myself to look forward to the next big celebration this year - namely Yuletide and set off in search of good value tipple. As Tesco was my first port of call I was able to procure a Plaza Centro Prosecco DOC currently on offer for just six

readies and very much a Prosecco to my taste as it is drier than most and full of citrus flavours and one to stock up on for pre-Christmas bashes! Whilst there I did espy an offer of just £20 for a Jack Daniel’s Old No.7 Tennessee Whiskey which proved a tad irresistible - no magic involved as Jack, not Paul, but a great winter warmer and quality stuff without breaking the bank! THe balance of sweet and oaky flavours and the maturation in handcrafted barrels ensure a quality product worth grabbing at this price! If you seek a bargain red for Christmas evenings , look no further than Lidl’s Montepulciano D’Abruzzo for smooth everyday drinking with morello cherry flavours to the fore and soft tannins to boot and a wine worth aerating for about an hour and one that pairs well with food. Lidl’s Côtes De Gascogne for under £4.50 is delectably dry and fruity and a veritable crowd pleaser. Let us finish with the ultimate Christmas tipple - namely Aldi’s Monsigny Brut Champagne on sale for just £11.49 with its fine nose, fine bubbles also, creaminess and flavours

of baked apple and brioche. Cellar ageing contributes to the richness, complexity and classic style of this Champagne which exceeds all expectations - Happy browsing and imbibing!

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Community News & Views Aldwick Green by Nicholas Prosser Relieved and refreshed, it drinks the moisture from a heavy shower of long awaited rain. Even more vivid now than before in the colour that provides its name, Once a temporary home for those waiting to fight a war that did not come, Now a haven for wildlife as the hooting owl waits for the setting sun. In this oasis of an urban jungle, surrounded by bricks and mortar, THe source of life and nature's roadway, its unrelenting stream provides a constant flow of water. Where loved ones hold hands, the sound of children's laughter sometimes found, Sycamore, oak and tall conifer tower tall above the open playground. THe seasons illustrated by crocuses, daffodils and bluebells in the spring, Give promise to the warm days to follow that summer will bring. Trees bared of their brown leaves in those cool autumn days, A squirrel gathers its winter larder for the cold relentless phase. To walk from street to road, both with village name, many tread the dry convenient path, Whilst dog owners chat, their unobserved wards enjoy their rolling a thick mud bath. THe nearby neighbour boasts a pond, the home of ducks so proud, Whilst the early morning chorus competes with the deafening traffic, now so loud. For the pensioner who sits on a park bench, a pause to remember what has been, A place of peace, time to reflect and absorb all the joys of Aldwick Green. (pictured below)

SPACE was at a premium when Donnington Gardening Club held its autumn show. Extensive building work at the parish hall led to the produce and preserve classes being cancelled. But the club's press officer, Laurence Holloway, said: "However, our show was a great success despite all that the weather had thrown at us over the last few months. "THe fruit and vegetable classes were well supported and the flower classes were outstanding with their autumnal colours. "In addition, there was a very colourful display of knitting, embroidery and photographs." THe club would like to thank all the show's contributors, supporters and the general public who helped to make the event such a success. THe prizewinners, pictured below left to right, were: Kingswell Cup (flowers) - April Janman; Handicraft Cup - Ann Holloway; Photography Cup - Anthony Freeman; Stockbridge Cup (fruit and vegetables): Jacqueline Coombes; Best in Show (flower arrangement): April Janman; Best in Show (grapes): Mary THrasher. THe club's next meeting will be at 7.30pm on October 5 when Peter Barwick will be giving a talk about soft fruits and all aspects of fruit growing.

THE UK’s eating disorder charity Beat is partnering with Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust to provide training and peer support for parents and carers of people with eating disorders. In the UK, 1.25 million people have an eating disorder and these illnesses cost families an average of £32,672 a year in travel expenses, lost income and other costs. Families can provide vital support for eating disorder sufferers and guidelines from the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) recommend familybased therapy is usually the most effective method for first treating anorexia and bulimia in young people. Beat will run a series of twoday workshops specifically designed to help people better understand eating disorders and develop practical skills for talking to someone who is suffering. THe workshops will take place throughout the autumn in Eastbourne,

WEST SUSSEX is still the best place to retire, offering pensioners the highest quality of life, according to the Prudential’s 2018 Retirement Quality of Life Index. For a second year running, the county has been awarded the top spot of any in England and Wales. Dorset came in second position, East Sussex was third, the Isle of Wight fourth, followed by Norfolk in fifth. Analysis of the latest publicly

Chichester and Brighton. Beat is also organising a free service that will match parents whose children have recovered from an eating disorder with other families in Sussex whose child is still in treatment and who have received support from the Sussex Children, Young People and Family Eating Disorder Service (provided by Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust). Parents will be paired for six months and receive weekly telephone calls. Kamala Persaud, Sussex Partnership’s clinical lead for the service, said: “Eating disorders continue to be a devastating mental illness, affecting not only the sufferer but their family, friends and their social life. THe training is so important for professionals and families to help them understand how to identify signs of an eating disorder and how best to help young people to get referred to the specialist service and support they might need."

available data for England and Wales shows that West Sussex was the most attractive area for pensioners based on access to health care, weather, healthy lifestyle, happiness and crime levels. THe number of pensioners moving to the county is also an indicator of how attractive the area is to other retired people. THe south coast of England dominates the top places to live in.

A COUNTY COUNCIL service providing fun activities to disabled children across West Sussex has been rated ‘outstanding’ by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Fun and Breaks (FAB) volunteers spend a couple of hours a week with a child, taking them out to an activity such as swimming or the park or having fun together at home, while giving their families a rest. Following an inspection in June, the CQC has rated FAB ‘outstanding’ for effectiveness and leadership, and ‘good’ for safety, caring and responsiveness with an overall rating of ‘outstanding’. THe report, which has just been published, noted that ‘wonderful relationships are being fostered between volunteers and families’ and that ‘children and young people are actively and positively encouraged and supported to engage in everyday activities and hobbies with the volunteers’. Families described how the support they receive benefits their whole family and enables their child to have new opportunities, be more independent, be more confident, and develop social skills. Children and young people were very positive about the volunteers and the relationships they had developed with them, describing them as their friends. Social care professionals were also extremely complimentary and positive about the service provided by Fun and Breaks to families. Registered manager for the service, Doreen Bradbury, pictured below left, said: “We are delighted to have received an outstanding rating. It is a wonderful acknowledgement of all our volunteers do so willingly to enrich the lives of children in West Sussex. "We would love to hear from anyone who feels that they could make a difference to a family who have a disabled child. We ensure that checks are made, provide training, carefully match each volunteer with a family local to them and provide ongoing support.” Paul Marshall, county council cabinet member for children and young people, added: “THis is fantastic recognition for everyone involved in our outstanding Fun and Breaks service. I hope that this encourages others to volunteer.” To find out more about becoming a FAB volunteer, look at FAB webpages: westsussex.gov.uk/fab or email: fab@westsussex.gov. uk

Sir, Did my fellow travellers feel like I did - a mixture of horror, sadness and yet cross? It was quite a shock to read that Sammy Community Transport was no longer in business, not a particularly nice way to know of its closure. A letter would have been more in keeping, costly maybe, but at least we would have been given the opportunity to say thank you to the staff and volunteer drivers who gave their time because they cared. For myself, I just enjoyed the days out but, for so many, they relied upon the service for so many things and must feel dreadful to know the service is no longer there. I met some lovely people and miss seeing them - names like Sylvia, May, Christine, Valerie, Trevor, Jane - and those are but just a few. If they are reading this, it was a pleasure to be in their company. THe office staff were always polite and helpful. I have special reason to be grateful to Glyn and John and I feel privileged to have known them. I miss the friendly banter! Best wishes to each and every one. Iris Williams, Buckingham Court, Shrubbs Drive, Middleton-on-Sea

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Kia unveils all-new highperformance Ceed GT THE all-new Kia Ceed GT will be more accomplished and fun-to-drive than ever, and make its public debut at the 2018 Paris Motor Show in October, alongside the all-new ProCeed GT. THe Ceed GT offers an assured, engaging drive and a powerful 1.6-litre turbocharged engine, as well as a comprehensive range of comfort, safety and convenience technologies. For the first time in a performance hatchback from Kia, the Ceed GT will be available with an optional seven-speed Dual-Clutch Transmission, in addition to the standard six-speed manual gearbox. THe all-new Ceed GT occupies a unique position in the mid-size family car segment, and doesn’t simply chase the highest top speed or fastest straight-line acceleration. It offers greater agility and grip on winding roads, maximum confidence and comfort at a cruise, and fast-revving turbocharged power perfectly matched to European tastes. Available exclusively to European drivers, sales will commence in the first quarter of 2019. THe Ceed GT will be covered by Kia’s industry-leading 7-Year, 100,000-mile warranty as standard.

THe Ceed GT features a sporty exterior design to differentiate it visually from other models in the Ceed range. Where the design of the Ceed range is characterised by its blend of taut creases and curvaceous sheet metal, the GT variant presents a more athletic proposition than conventional versions of the car. At the front, the Ceed GT has a new front bumper design, incorporating larger air intakes and gloss black trim along the base. Like the standard Ceed, the GT features a modern interpretation of Kia’s four-lamp ‘icecube’ LED daytime running lights, integrated into the main headlamp unit. Kia’s tiger-nose grille is also adapted for the new model, with a dark chrome surround and a subtle ‘GT’ logo. THe honeycomb grille pattern is also embedded with subtle red highlights. In profile, it is finished with a glossy chrome window surround and features more substantial side sills, finished in gloss black and red. THe standard 18-inch aluminium alloy wheels feature a new castellated centre cap finished in red, and house red brake calipers. At 135 mm, the ride height is reduced by 5 mm over other Ceed and Ceed Sportswagon variants, making it appear more

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planted on the road and reducing the overall centre of gravity. Unique GT bumpers at the rear complement those found at the front, housing a subtle gloss black rear diffuser, as well as ‘GT’ badging. A small roof spoiler helps channel air cleanly off the top of the car. THe Ceed GT will be available across Europe in a choice of eight paint finishes, with its own unique 18-inch alloy wheel design. THe GT variant is built around the same ergonomic cabin architecture as other models in the Ceed line-up. Surfaces are finished in high-quality soft-touch materials and metallic trim, while the dashboard is angled towards the driver, making it easier to use on the move. At the centre of the dashboard is Kia’s ‘floating’ touchscreen infotainment system – 7.0- or 8.0-inches wide – with audio

and heating and ventilation controls situated below. Front passengers in the Ceed GT are held in place by Kia’s new sports seats, created exclusively for the model. For many drivers, a performance hatchback has to be able to fit seamlessly into their daily lives. Practicality is therefore essential – and the Ceed GT model is more practical than most, featuring the same large 395-litre boot as non-GT variants of the Ceed. Its low boot lip is 87 mm lower compared to the previous-generation model, making it easier to load and unload heavy or bulky items. A split-level boot floor allows owners to lower or raise the height of the boot floor, to accommodate larger cargo or create a hidden compartment beneath. For further information contact Newbarn Kia 01243 841200.

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Friday, September 21, 2018

By Sylvia Endacott

Town's growth galloped ahead after racecourse Sporting site gave way to development as the population soared A DAY at the races today can today mean a trip to either Goodwood or Fontwell racecourses, but back in the 1850s Bognor Races was the fashionable place to be. I once came across a 1950s newspaper article regarding these races. THe racecourse was situated on a field that was used for many sporting events, including cricket. THe area was, in fact, from Marine Parade to Nyewood Lane, with another boundary being Aldwick Road. Today, the area is built over, principally by Stocker Road, which is now situated in an area once occupied by the grandstand. Unfortunately, there are no pictures available (unless you know different) of the racecourse. During the summer months, horse racing took place on the beach between the 1840s and 1850s and a race card still exists providing information on the various races held on October 9, 1855. Refreshment tents included the names of the local caterers, one of which was Charles Pace, the landlord at that time of the Elephant and Castle in Steyne Street. Another was John Edward Mant, of THe Wheatsheaf, in West Street, that became THe Berkeley Arms, and is now the Bognor Regis Local History Museum. It is interesting to see that the race day would start at 9.30am with a regatta held before the

main event of the day. THe local residents would have much enjoyment in those days. However, I wonder what some of the residents of the new estates would have thought of the events surrounding these Bognor races. By the 1920s more developments were taking place, as can be seen in the photograph showing just some of the shops and the post office on the corner of Charlwood Street. Also in the early 1920s much of the rest of the area remained as undeveloped agricultural fields between Bognor and Aldwick. THe area between the two villages then supported grazing cattle, as it had done for generations. THis, however, was soon to change as the Lord of the Manor of Aldwick, William HB Fletcher, started to sell parts of his estate. In 1927, he sold a 575-acre site which was part of the Pagham Farm Estate and this raised the sum of ÂŁ29,000. THis sale also included a 100 acre site that today forms the Aldwick Bay Estate. In 1928, a Bloomsbury development company commenced the creation of the modern bay estate, as we know it today. Captain Allaway, the company owner, described the area as 'an outstanding example of land development'. As you can imagine, with such a large development there

Underground telephone cables were one of the features of the new estate

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f A scene from the Bognor Racecourse of the 19th century

f One of the facilities on the Aldwick Bay Estate

was a wide range of advertising literature available to encourage people to purchase these new homes. On offer was 'THe Aldwick Bay Estate which caters definitely for the town dweller who desires a nice type of seaside residence and for the retired wishing to reside in a peaceful neighbourhood, not invaded by trippers and charabanc parties, free from bands, pierott parties and the noise and hustle only too commonly associated with many seaside resorts in this country'. Each house at that time was to be elegant, individual and comfortable, combining many labour saving features. Many of the new homes also included large garages, partial central heating and south facing verandas. An interesting fact is that when the telephone cables were laid, unlike elsewhere, these were laid underground, to help enhance the area. THe estate, which originally contained grass tennis courts and all weather courts, combined with its location near to Goodwood, was an ideal site for shooting. THe availability of Lord Leconfield’s foxhounds that met nearby was, at that time, an important aspect of the advertising that was sent to prospective owners. THe area also boasted that residents had access to their own safe and very quiet bathing beach. Central to the estate from 1932 to 1972 was

the Tithe Barn. Members were able to partake in the riding school, floodlit bathing, bridge and also the regular dances, which were held on Saturday evenings and on various bank holidays. During the Second World War, RAF officers from Tangmere were made welcome at the numerous social activities held within the estate. Sadly, in 1972, the Tithe Barn, tennis courts and Bowling Green were sold for further development. To many people, the estate has been seen as a place for the rich to live and visit. Over the years, many notable people have visited the estate, including film stars such as Charlie Chaplin, Douglas Fairbanks and Jack Hawkins. Royalty have also been frequent visitors, over the years including the Queen Mother, Princess Margaret and, of course, Earl Spencer, father of Diana, Princess of Wales, who once owned two homes there. THe Bay Estate has developed and changed over the years, but still retains much of the original aims and aspirations of those early developers of this prestigious seaside estate, known originally as 'THe Sussex Riviera'. THe area that today we know of as Aldwick has had many faces over the years, and no doubt you will be able to tell us of more interesting facts for the future.

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Free-scoring Camberley next up for PostSport Blues as winless streak continues CHICHESTER RFC players will be hoping to make it fourth game lucky as the Blues look to end the wait for their first win of the season. Scott Ashley's side have just two points from their opening three matches after a narrow 25-20 defeat at promotion-chasing Medway last weekend. THose results leave them third bottom in what looks to be a very competitive London One South. Chi will hope to haul themselves up the table as the year progresses, starting tomorrow when they have a home crowd behind them to welcome Camberley to Oaklands Park (3pm). THe visitors will pose a tough test after winning two of their first three matches and racking up an average of more than 50 points a game in the process. Chi's young squad, though, is growing in confidence as they showed with a composed - albeit unsuccessful - trip to north Kent last time out. Once again they were quick out of the traps and, after nailing an early penalty, a clearance kick from the 22 was charged down for Rhys THompson to gather and touch down to make

DARTS: BRSA Ravens Mark R Todd completed a remarkable comeback from injury to take the Bognor Summer Darts League Division Two singles title despite playing just one game all season because of surgery. Todd was one of 50 players to take part in the last knockouts of the season which saw individuals from across three divisions go head to head. THe Ravens payer took on Dave Bourne (Aldwick Legion) in the final. After they split the first two legs, the decider saw Bourne get the only ton, but there wasn't much in it. Eventually, Todd hit double six for the win and take the 2018 title.

it 0-10 with seven minutes gone. An opportunity for Blues to score another try shortly after was missed when the ball was knocked on. But, as the half went on, the home side got back into the match. Chi's lack of discipline cost them, going down to 14 for a spell, and Medway nailed three penalties to narrow the gap at the break to 9-10. Into the second period and after swapping penalties, Chi once again saw yellow. Medway used the man advantage to take the lead, before adding a converted try for a score of 22-13 with 20 minutes to go. Another penalty followed. But Chi kept fighting and Phil Veltom touched down for Chichester’s second try late on to seal a losing bonus point for Ashley's XV. * Bognor RFC will be looking to bounce back in style after suffering their first loss of the season away at Basingstoke last week. THe Purple and Greens were defeated 46-15, which leaves them in mid-table in Hampshire One at an early stage of the campaign. Next up is a home match against Alresford at Hampshire Avenue tomorrow (3pm).

f Phil Veltom surges towards the try line

In Division THree, Ian Kewin (Newtown Clubbers), who hit a 180 in the first round, made it through to the final to play Simon Edwards (Richmond 'B'). After hitting the bullseye to go first there was no stopping Kewin, who quickly took the first leg. In the second, he again forged ahead with 85, 85, 81, and 137 to leave double top which he hit to take the game and title.

THe Division One final was a hardfought affair between Friary Z players Richard Ragless and Micky Rowland. Rowland took charge with a ton, 85, 60 and another ton to put him on the front foot. Ragless tried to catch up but Rowland was ruthless, throwing single 20 and double top for the first leg. Ragless started the second leg with 5, giving Rowland a head start, as he started with 125, 100 & 100 on the trot. After both struggled to hit the double Rowland took the honours and title.

f Chi made numerous line breaks during their 25-20 defeat away at Medway last weekend

Nationals next stop for Libby and Lucy

f Dragonflyers' Libby Morton and Lucy Hijmans

DYNAMIC duo Lucy Hijmans and Libby Morton added gold to Dragonflyers' haul of national medals achieved this season. THe trampolining pair took first place in the nine to 14-years open synchro event in Burgess Hill earlier this month. THeir exceptional performance saw them beat efforts from male, female and mixed pairs to take the crown. Coaches at the Bognor Regis-based Dragonflyers club believe there is more to come from the duo. THe girls are ranked at the top of the league after three events. With only a competition in Newcastle to come, the pair are set for qualification to the league finals, having also taken bronze in Cardiff earlier in the season. Hijmans and Morton are not the only Dragonflyers members to have secured silverware this season. In total, club competitors have gained 10 national medals this year to add to their incredible collection of medals obtained

by taking on the UK's top clubs and tough European opposition. Coach Linda O'Leary said: "Six trampolinists and two synchro pairs are currently ranked for finals in Sheffield later this year whilst two qualified for English championships in October. "Couple this with a silver at performance pathway and you begin to realise how strong this Bognor-based club is." Dragonflyers is a club mark trampoline club with an excellent safety record which holds sessions for people of all ages and abilities. All sessions take place throughout the week with qualified coaches at THe Regis School in Bognor Regis. THe club is now also offering recreational sessions for those who want to try out the sport. O'Leary said: "THe club is going from strength to strength." Anyone interested in finding out more can visit: dragonflyers-club.co.uk

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GIRLS FOOTBALL: After a 2-0 loss to Chichester City Green last week, Bognor Under 12s were looking to bounce back against Chi's Whites. A great performance from all the Bognor girls saw them score 18 goals against a resilient City side who never gave up and did themselves proud. Forward Tia Hart opened the scoring with Esmae Burgess and Chelsy Osborne following up with excellent long-range strikes. Bognor continued on the front foot until half-time with Hart, Burgess (2) Osborne and Amelia Howard adding to the tally to make it 8-0 at the break. Osborne struck again to complete her hat tick after the break with Burgess and Howard adding to the tally. Isabelle Child scored number 12 with a nice finish and Bognor added six more in the final ten minutes as Karma Harris, Burgess and defender turned midfielder Lauren Jearey (4) scoring as she driove through the midfield. Bognor coach Mark Osborne said: "Credit goes to Chi City for their never say die attitude and work ethic during the whole game. THey were a credit to their coach and parents."

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f Blues go close with a free kick

Blues 'ticking along nicely' SELSEY boss Daren Pearce maintains he is happy with his first six weeks at the club - despite bowing out of the FA Vase and the RUR Cup in the last week. THe former Sidlesham manager took charge at the Bunn Leisure Community Stadium this summer with the task of developing the young players at the club. After a slow start, Selsey have hit their stride in recent weeks, stringing a run of six matches without defeat to take them up to sixth in the SCFL Division One. THat was until a 2-0 defeat to Southern Counties East Premier side Bearsted in the qualifying round of the FA Vase on Saturday. THen, the Blues were dumped out of the RUR charity cup by league rivals Billingshurst 1-0 in midweek. On reflection, though, Pearce is happy with how things are coming together with the club. He said: "I think as a whole we are ticking along quite nicely. "Of course we are disappointed to go out of the Vase and a cup competition in the last week. We did have a few missing which meant we

have a few of the younger lads who featured. "We have started reasonably well in the league and there's been no harm in the lads gaining experience. We are starting to create a good group. "THere is style of play we are trying to implement as well. "When you have people with different ideas from where they have played before it is not easy as they need to buy into it. We're getting there and hopefully people can see that." Next up for the Blues is a visit from second-place Hailsham Town tomorrow (3pm). Four points and three places separate Selsey and the Stringers - but Pearce maintains the ambition for both clubs this season is perhaps a little different. Pearce said: "We have a tough set of games coming up. "We play second, first and third in the next few weeks. THat will be a real challenge for the lads. "But after that we get to play some teams who are perhaps in and around us. "Hailsham have come down from the premier and kept most of their squad as well as adding a few others, so we will need to be at our best."

f Bearsted eventually won 2-0 in the FA Vase

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PAGHAM will have a couple of new faces in their ranks as they put their unbeaten league run to the test. Joint managers Richie Hellen and Tom Simmonds confirmed this week that the Lions had signed young striker Shane Brazil from Arundel and winger Jack Rowe-Hurst from Lancing. THe new additions come as Pagham welcome Shoreham to Nyetimber Lane tomorrow (3pm) before a trip to Newhaven on Tuesday (7.45pm). With three wins and three draws from their first six matches, the Lions have made a solid start to the SCFL Premier season sitting fifth, seven points off leaders Chichester City. Pagham were without a game at the weekend due to receiving a bye in the FA Vase. THey enter the competition at the first round stage on October 12 when they head to Combined Counties side Hanworth Villa. THe Lions also got their RUR Cup campaign underway on Tuesday when they defeated SCFL Division One side Worthing United 4-0. Goals from Callum Overton, Howard Neighbour, George Gaskin and Rowe-Hurst on his debut secured the win.

f Pagham's Richie Hellen and Tom Simmonds

Long road ahead for Bosham

SCFL Division Two side Bosham are heading out on the longest road trip of the season with plenty to mull on as the Robins' caretaker staff look to reverse an alarming start to the season. Recent years have been among the most successful ever in the history of the Walton Lane side with silverware lifted in each of the past four campaigns. But hopes of continuing that run appear extremely slim after the Robins lost five of their opening six matches in the league, leaving them fourth bottom with just three

points. THe latest defeat came last weekend when Cowfold beat Bosham 4-1 with Will Lewis grabbing a late consolation goal. With the departure of manager Dennis Hughes, too, it's been left to caretakers Tony Hancock and Danny Mullen to pick up the pieces. Tomorrow sees them make the 150mile round trip to the other side of Hastings to play fellow strugglers Westfield (3pm) with three crucial points at stake. In SCFL Premier, leaders Chichester City face a top-of-the-table clash as they head to

f Bosham lost again to Cowfold last time out

third-place Saltdean United tomorrow (3pm). Miles Rutherford's side have picked up 19 points from their first seven matches and will hope to extend that unbeaten run to extend their lead at the top. Chi defeated SCFL Division One side Oakwood 5-0 in the RUR cup last weekend. A hat trick from Joao Andrade, along with a brace by Samuel Ndlovu, ensured City got their cup defence underway in style. SCFL Division One side Sidlesham will look to keep their unbeaten run going despite two tough road trips in the next four days. Steve Bailey's side have strung together an excellent run in recent weeks to push themselves up the table on their return to step six football. THe good form continued at the weekend when they defeated step five side Colliers Wood United in the qualifying round of the FA Vase. A second half goal from Ben Mepham sealed the victory against the Combined Counties Premier outfit and secured a home game against Southern Counties East Chatham Town on October 13. Bailey's side followed that up with a 3-2 victory over league rivals Storrington in the RUR Cup second round. Next up for the Sids is a trip to league leaders AFC Varndeanians tomorrow (3pm) before a game at fourth-place Steyning Town on Tuesday (8pm).

Smith: belief is key to bouncing back CHICHESTER City Ladies boss Aaron Smith is calling on his side to have more belief as they look to bounce back from their first defeat of the season. THe Oaklands Park side were edged out 2-1 in what was a top-of-the-table clash with Coventry United last weekend. THat result sees Chi drop from first place down to third in the Women's National South, one point behind last weekend’s victors. Chi now have a week off before returning to action on September 30 with an away trip to Loughborough Foxes (2pm) And, despite losing their unbeaten record, Smith says he will be focusing on the positives as the season rolls on. He said: "We are disappointed to lose given

the season we have had so far. "Last year we lost 6-1 over two games to Coventry so there are positives. I think we dominated the first half but we weren't physical in certain areas." He added: "I think they wanted it more in the second half. Coventry are a good side and the team to beat. Watford and Oxford United may have come down but Coventry are the team to beat." Chi received an extra boost with the return of Cherelle Khassal, who grabbed City's goal in the defeat. Smith said: "It's great to have her back and it was a great finish with a back heel. She brings an energy and intensity and, hopefully, she can push on from here."

f Chi celebrate taking the lead

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f Jimmy Muitt's deft lob put the Rocks in front on the road at Carshalton Athletic | pics: Tommy McMillan

Pearce: Shock for the Rocks? Not if we stick to our strengths Next Game

AFC SUDBURY (H) Tomorrow, 3pm

BOGNOR boss Jack Pearce is urging his side to stick to what they know best in order to avoid an FA Cup upset this weekend. THe Rocks take on Bostik North side AFC Sudbury at Nyewood Lane tomorrow (3pm) in the second qualifying round of the world's oldest knockout competition. With £9,000 on offer to the winners of the tie, Pearce knows victory over the lower league opponents would boost not only the mood of the Rocks faithful but also the club's coffers. And, despite going into the match off the back of an 8-0 victory over fellow Bostik Premier side Whitehawk in the Velocity Trophy, the veteran manager urged his side against complacency creeping in. Pearce said: "THe big target is always the first round, which, aside from a few times in the 1980s, we have not managed all that often. "Sudbury, though, will not be easy - they will be intent on stopping us playing and we need to be ready for that. "What makes the FA Cup such a great competition is the upsets which normally come when a fancied side lose due to taking a few things for granted. All I am focused on is getting through to the third qualifying round." Rocks fans saw both sides of the Bognor coin this past week when a frustrating 1-1 draw in the league at Carshalton Athletic was followed by a thumping win against Sussex rivals Whitehawk in the league cup.

After falling behind when Dan Lincoln failed to keep out a soft effort, Jimmy Muitt struck with a lobbed effort to ensure Bognor returned from the capital with their unbeaten record intact at the weekend. THe point leaves them fourth in the league, six points off top spot. Tuesday saw the team take a number of chances. Muitt stole the headlines, scoring four after coming on as a sub. But equally pleasing were two goals for Tommy Scutt and long range strikes from Harvey Whyte and Doug Tuck. With no Dan Smith, Lincoln or Keaton Wood in the squad, Pearce was delighted to see his team put together a complete performance. He said: "THe pleasing thing for me is that, while they did put out a weakened side, we also were missing a number of key players. "THe first 28 minutes we played ever so well and I think we could have been two or three clear. But in the last third of that half we did exactly what we did on Saturday - when the pass and move didn’t deliver a goal we tried to do other things. "THat’s the opposite to what we need to do; we need to believe in what we do and keep at it. I thought we hadn't learned our lesson on Saturday but then in the second half we had a magic quarter of an hour. "Within the 16 man squad, the atmosphere is good and the players are in good fettle.

Draws could hold Bognor back IT'S BECOME a familiar tale for Rocks fans this season - win at home, draw away. Compared to last season's relegation campaign, many may be wondering what Bognor supporters are complaining about. After all, surely everyone wants to follow a side that are unbeaten after the first six weeks of fixtures? But, of those four draws on the road - last Saturday's 1-1 stalemate at Carshalton being the latest - at least two of them have been two points dropped rather than one point earned. In the Bostik Premier, where already there are six points between the Rocks in fourth and leaders Tonbridge Angels at the top, the failure to amass victories on the road could well cost Bognor a swift return to National South. Manager Jack Pearce is well aware of the issue and is intent on tackling it. Pearce said: "Of course, it's something we are aware of. "Two of them we should have won, no question. But if we win at home and draw away then we will be there or thereabouts this season. "If we want to win it, then we perhaps need to do better."

f Calvin Davies gets in a cross at Carshalton

WELL what a few weeks it has been. And what a game that was at Whitstable Town in the FA Cup! For me, the highlights of the day included Dan Smith and Bradley Lethbridge turning up and performing well and scoring goals, Jimmy Muitt’s goals (again) and Mason Walsh’s wonder strike from outside the box after crossing the defence with his run. A beautiful day for all involved in the club. It’s a shame they didn’t film the goals because they would have certainly made the cut for Ian Guppy’s end of season video highlight reel during the players' presentation evening. It’s always an adventure following the Rocks. Travelling to Carshalton Athletic last week was just that! It’s happened before and it happened again - the coach broke down on Pebble Coomb near Betchworth! THis time the clutch had burnt out and we were stuck on the fairly steep hill nine miles away from the ground. THis happened at 1.30pm, but we knew there was another coach due to pick us up coming from Lindfield. It’s amazing the amount of abuse drivers give you for the unexpected break down on the way up this hill but I must say Geoff and Ray handled the traffic well, directing, slowing down and allowing the traffic to pass the coach safely while the rest of us awaited the substitute coach. Eventually, the second coach got there by 2.30pm and we were off to the War Memorial Ground on Colston Avenue and we got there with just two minutes to spare. THe game itself was fairly cagey in parts. But I thought Bognor bounced back well from the early goal with Muitt spotting the goalkeeper off his line to loft it over and bounce the ball into an empty net. It reminded me of his finish at

Haringey Borough in the first game of the season. In the end, Bognor’s defence held the Robins to a draw and it was a decent point really given the Green Army had to deal with some pressure from the hosts in the last ten minutes. I think Carshalton should have a good season as they have a fairly strong defence and have players with pace and strength in midfield. It was quite different in midweek when we played in the first game of the Velocity Trophy competition at Nyewood Lane against Whitehawk. And on Phil ‘Bobbie’ Westwood’s 50th birthday the Rocks reigned supreme. I don’t think I have seen such a dominant second half display from a Bognor side in a long time. THere were some really fabulous goals included in that too. You also have to give it to Joshua McCormick, Joe Tomlinson and Mason Walsh who also had great matches to help the team win handsomely here. Ex-Rock James Fraser was missing for Whitehawk though in a team that must have been left demoralised after losing by that many. League cup or not, it was a real bad day at the office for them. Hythe Town away next for us in the Velocity Trophy on a Tuesday night! On the other hand, this game in midweek has surely given our players a great boost going into tomorrow’s FA Cup second qualifying round match at home to AFC Sudbury. £9,000 to the winners. I am confident we can get a result here but anything can happen in the FA Cup. I hope to see as many Rocks fans as possible at Nye Camp to cheer on the team to another home win. Let’s make the next round! UP THE ROCKS!!!

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