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SOUTH DOWNS FOLK FESTIVAL 2017

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big welcome to the 5th Southdowns Folk Festival packed full of great folk, roots and acoustic music, dance and so much more for everyone to enjoy. Lots of Festival events are free including superb music in local pubs, the William Hardwicke (hosting the very popular Real Ale Festival), The Alex and The Hothampton Arms. There will also be free music workshops, singarounds, music sessions, children’s entertainments, buskers and the celebrated Sussex Young Folk Competition. Add to this a comprehensive dance programme with nine different groups over Saturday and Sunday and ticketed evening and afternoon concerts in the Alexandra Theatre and Regis Centre Studio, then you’ve got the recipe for a first class Festival! Look out for the fascinating array of different craft, ethnic and rustic stalls plus yummy catering. Our Festival headliners are some of the very best in the U.K. with first class support acts. There’s more about who’s appearing when & where, plus a full programme elsewhere in this pull-out. Finally, we’re very grateful to ‘Awards for All’ in funding our Schools Festival Project and to ‘Sussex Community Foundation’ for making possible our Festival Skills Project in partnership with ‘Making Theatre, Gaining Skills’. All in all, it’s going to be an exciting four days. Enjoy. Roger Nash (Chairman – Southdowns Folk Festival)

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Six-figure sums to landlords BED AND breakfast landlords are being paid up to £250,000 a year to look after homeless families. Arun District Council is being forced to spend the six-figure sum because of its growing need to provide B&B rooms for those without roofs over their heads. Councillors agreed on Wednesday to increase their predicted gross budget for temporary accommodation to nearly three-quarters of a million pounds in the

current year. Details given to councillors showed more than £250,000 had been spent by Arun in the past year with one proprietor of four of the B&Bs it uses. Cllr Ian Buckland (LD, River) told the full council meeting he was unhappy that individual property owners were being paid so much money. "I totally sympathise with the scenario the council is in, don't get me wrong, and I understand the reason why the

spending is going up. "But, rather than putting up the amount of money for B&Bs, I believe the council should be going to B&Bs and scrutinising them," he said. "I've heard that we are paying some landlords £1,000 a week. At the moment, this is a licence to print money and I think people are ripping us off. We have got to be looking at better value than that." THe increase in funding decided

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unanimously at the full council meeting has seen Arun's predicted gross budget for B&Bs in the current year soar from £420,000 to £700,000. After housing benefit and other income is received by the council, the net spending on the rooms is likely to be £533,000. Cllr Francis Oppler (LD, Orchard) said: "THis situation is not sustainable. It's not sustainable for the individuals we are Turn to page five

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Knit up a magical Christmas this year with Post Wonderland Put your needles together and get creative. You do the knitting and we will do the wrapping. As part of our Post Wonderland campaign to bring a bit of extra magic into care homes around Bognor Regis and Chichester we are hoping that keen knitters will donate handmade scarves, hats, gloves, bed socks, twiddle mitts and anything else they can think of. These woollen wonders will be given to residents of various care homes to bring something special to the holiday season. Whether you’re an avid knitter or a complete beginner it doesn’t matter. Every creation will be welcomed and enjoyed by the lucky beneﬁciary. Please deliver your donations to our oﬃces at: 63 London Road, Bognor Regis, PO21 1DF or Unique Workwear, Printing & Embroidery at

48 London Road, Bognor Regis PO21 1PX between 9am - 5pm, weekdays. The Post Wonderland appeal is also looking for talented youngsters to sing traditional carols around the homes as a selﬂess act that embodies the Christmas spirit. And it doesn’t stop there. Suggestions are welcomed for anything else we could do as a communty around the care homes this winter. Perhaps you would like to supply some activities for residents to get involved with? Or maybe you know children who would like to go in to share their favourite stories? To get involved with any aspect of the Post Wonderland campaign please call 01243 908506 or email stacey.kelly@sussexpost.co.uk

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Winging it to raise funds for charity A BRAVE daredevil from Bognor Regis has raised funds performing a wing-walk for charity. Jo Lester, 46, from Middleton on Sea, has been raising money for charity since her 40th birthday. Every year, the challenges have become more and more extreme and adrenalinefuelled. "I am someone who likes a challenge and have tested my nerves over the years with parachute jumps and zip wires while raising a bit of money for charity. "I have also done charity walks, runs and bike rides," explained Jo. "Since my 40th birthday, I have challenged myself to do something different each year and, although I did my first duathlon this year, I didn't feel that it was a big enough challenge for me, so I decided to sign up for a wing walk." Jo went to Chiltern Park Aerodrome in Wallingford, Oxford, to do the wing walk in a 1940s Boeing Stearman biplane. She watched a short film which demonstrated the climb-up via the wings of the aircraft. After the safety briefing, Jo was shown around the aircraft and taught how to climb up and down from the top wing. "I was taught the breathing techniques for flying at high speeds, and shown the hand signals used as the method of communication with the pilot. "I was up in the air for approximately ten minutes, although it felt a lot longer. "THe pilot completed a variety of flypasts and manoeuvres with the highlight

being a dive from 500ft and a zoom climb with a final 'run and break' before landing," said Jo. "I was quite surprised at how relaxed I felt and didn’t really start to feel nervous until I heard the engine start up, but my nerves soon dispersed once we were up in the air. "THe views were amazing. I suppose you could describe it as an extreme roller coaster ride. "Compared to other events I have done for charity, this is probably up there as one of my biggest challenges yet, but then I believe the older we get the more challenging things become." Over the years, Jo has raised money for Macmillan Cancer Support, St Wilfrid’s Hospice, St Barnabas Hospice, Chestnut Tree House hospice, RNLI, British Heart Foundation and Cancer Research UK . Jo has participated in a variety of challenges including parachute jumps, walks, runs and bike rides. She added: "I decided on Snowdrop Trust for the wing-walk and have raised £250 so far. I have not raised vast amounts, but believe every little helps. "I am someone that likes to challenge myself and have done something new and different every year since my 40th birthday and will continue to do so all the time I am able. "I am not sure how I am going to top this one though, but then again, I am off to Mexico in February for my stepson’s wedding. Maybe, I might try something out there."

Harbours' past influences to be revealed at annual event HISTORIANS will talk about the roles of Pagham and Chichester harbours at a conference this month. THe West Sussex Archives Society will be delving back into the past during the event at Pagham Village Hall. THe annual event will take place from 9.30am-4pm on September 23. Leigh Lawson, the society's vicechairman, said: "We have four speakers - Dr Caroline Adams, Dr Ian Friel, John Mills and Margaret Henderson. "Local and national societies are attending with their information and displays."

Dr Friel will talk about naval shipbuilding in Chichester Harbour in the 18th and 19th centuries. THe topic for Mr Mills will be the part Pagham Harbour played in Sussex maritime trade. THe other subjects covered will be the maritime trade of Elizabethan Chichester by Dr Adams and Margaret Henderson's smugglers and coastguards. Society chairman Richard Mant will open and close the conference. Attendance costs £15 members and £18 non-members. Email enquiries to wsascom@btinternet.com

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f Cliff and Sheila Radford A RARE glimpse into the past of Bognor Regis Pier took a town couple back to the room where they met. THe tour of the historic building brought Cliff and Sheila Radford into its former bingo hall where they worked in the sixties. It was the first time either of the Bognor Regis couple, married for 41 years, had visited the location since then. Cliff, 74, said: “It’s hard to remember the way it used to be. I called the numbers when it was a bingo hall about 50 years ago. “THere was a curtain on the stage where the cinema screen had been and in front of that was the machine with the bingo balls in it." Sheila, 66, sold tickets to the bingo and could recall visiting the outlets on the pier for her lunches. “It’s amazing looking round here now. I remember going to have a drink after the

bingo,” she said. “We have not been back here since those days.” THe former bingo hall has become the Legends sports bar at the front of the pier’s first floor. It was the last stop on two tours of the pier held by Bognor Pier Trust as part of the national heritage open weekend. Retired barber Cliff and Sheila were among some 60 people who went along to Sunday morning’s tour. Another 45 turned up in the afternoon. Trust chairman Paul Wells said: “THe day went very well. I think it’s the first of these days we have held since 1997. THe pier owner, John Ayers, was pleased so many people came along. “It shows people continue to regard the pier as an important part of the seafront. Because of that, we may look at holding more tours next year." Much of the time was spent in a section

of the Sheiks nightclub which is at the top of the former Pier THeatre for a slide show about the pier’s 152-year history. THe chance to look around the thriving venue – where 900 clubbers had danced the early hours of the morning away – enabled those present to see how the historic features of the 1912-built theatre had been lovingly preserved. Out of sight, more architectural reminders of the 1,400-capacity venue remain intact under the décor. Town resident Steve Goodheart recalled working on the heraldry when Sheiks was created and days when 1,200 music lovers would enjoy gigs there. Mr Wells outlined the pier’s past from a site where residents and visitors were happy just to walk over the sea to a time when an advert boasted a family could spend a day enjoying its facilities.

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MORE than £2,000 was raised to help help-points in Bognor Regis and Chichester get ready for an expected surge in clients. Volunteers and staff of Citizens Advice in the two areas, as well as at Littlehampton, took part in the 10km Chichester Legal Walk on Tuesday night. THe sponsorship of the 100-plus people who stepped out around the cathedral city will support those residents who will be switched on to Universal Credit next April by the government. Citizens Advice Arun and Chichester chief exective Carol Groves said: "Citizens Advice need support to enable us to train volunteers who provide advice free of charge and to invest in PC terminals as the only way to claim Universal Credit is to apply online. It is estimated that 20 per cent of claimants will have difficulty applying online." THe three centres are expecting an increase of 25 per cent in their number of clients once existing benefits are changed to Universal Credit. THis is based on the experience of Citizens Advice 1066 (Hastings and Rother) where the Universal Credit full service was launched last December. THere had also been a 300 per cent increase in food vouchers issued since the change. To cope with demand, the 1066

centres had to increase their opening hours and set up a financial capability team. THis delivers personal budgeting advice for clients moving to monthly Universal Credit payments and to oversee basic IT training to help them to manage their online claims. "A 25 per cent increase in demand will result in longer waiting times for clients to access assistance and appointments," said Mrs Groves. "In turn, this will have serious consequences to other clients who are seeking advice on issues unrelated to Universal Credit as their waiting times will also increase. "In order to mitigate the demand, Arun and Chichester Citizens Advice are doing fundraising events, such as legal walks, to highlight the issue and raise funds to strengthen our welfare benefit team." THe team would also liaise with Arun and Chichester district councils and the Department of Work and Pensions to share knowledge and resources as well as highlight the issue with MPs in the area. Walkers from Citizens Advice Arun and Chichester will also be taking part in the Walk the THames event on October 28 for the same cause. As reported, the temporary version of Universal Credit has seen some of the poorest residents of Bognor Regis facing waits for payments of up to six weeks. Added to this, some claimants are unsure how much they will be receiving to add to their worries.

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` Watchdog told after motorcyclist injured in crash POLICE watchdogs have been informed about an accident in Bognor Regis in which a motorcyclist was seriously injured. THe Independent Police Complaints Commission was told about the collision by Sussex Police. THe motorcyclist was being sought by police at the time of the crash. A Sussex Police spokesman said: "THe IPCC have been informed as a matter of standard procedure because of the police intervention and we await their decision as to the extent of any involvement or supervision they require to have in the investigation." Meanwhile, Sussex and Surrey Road Policing officers are investigating the crash. Anyone who saw it, or who saw the motorcycle in the moments leading up to it, is asked to contact them online at collision.appeal@sussex. pnn.police.uk or call 101, quoting Operation Easton. THe crash occurred at 12.41am on Tuesday. THe motorcyclist, a 29-year-old man, from Hackney in east London, suffered serious leg and head injuries which are lifethreatening. He was taken by road ambulance to the Royal Sussex County Hospital in Brighton for treatment. A few minutes earlier, the biker was alleged by the police to have failed to stop for officers in nearby Chichester Road.

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Action to keep hallways clear TENANTS of council flats across Bognor Regis will face action if they leave items in hallways. THe tough stance is being prepared by Arun District Council to ensure its buildings are made as safe as possible. An initial inspection of the communal areas and doorways has revealed some minor obstructions. But Arun wants to ensure exit routes are kept completely clear in the event of a blaze. Council group of residential services Satnam Kaur said the need for a policy to ensure personal items did not clutter up the areas had been shown by the preliminary review of the scores of sites around the district. "THere have been problems with things in doorways," said Ms Kaur. "THere has been nothing too major but we are drawing up a policy to enable us to make sure those areas are kept clear. We need to be able to take enforcement action should that policy not be complied with." It was necessary to make sure the action applied to leaseholders in the blocks as well as tenants, she said. A draft of the policy was being compiled and would be brought to the next working group in November for approval before it could be put into effect. Cllr David Edwards (C, Felpham E) said it was essential Arun made sure its properties were protected as much as possible against the risk of any fire. "We can be fined as the landlord and there is no upper limit. People can go to jail for that offence and have gone to jail.

"THis is something we have to take seriously. We have to got to do that and we have been doing that," he said. THe safety work is being carried out by the council after the Grenfell Tower tragedy in London three months ago cost the lives of at least 80 people. Ms Kaur told Arun's housing and customer services working group last THursday the action would also include fire alarms being fitted in every block of council flats. She said: "We are going to be putting fire alarms in all our two-storey blocks of flats. THat will involve more than 130 blocks of flats and we expect this to start in April, 2018. It will take up to five years to complete this work because of the number of properties involved." Arun would also link the alarms within each block as a further safety precaution to alert residents in one part of the building to a fire elsewhere in the block rather than an alarm sounding in isolation, she said. THe installation was part of the council's review of housing fire safety among its 3,323 properties since June. Another feature was the need to ensure leaseholders of the flats who had fitted new front doors to their properties. Legal advice was being sought about how to make sure that could be achieved. Tests had shown none of the cladding on Arun's seven three-storey blocks of flats in Wick had the same combustible material as that which had been used on Grenfell Tower, she added.

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Flags fly high as a sign of the quality found in open spaces AN INTERNATIONAL symbol of excellence is again flying above two open spaces in the Bognor Regis area. THe latest Green Flags are fluttering proudly over the town's Hotham Park and Marine Park Gardens in Aldwick. Community groups came together as Arun District Council's chairman, Cllr Jacky Pendleton, helped to hoist the flags in short ceremonies following this year's successful judging. Cllr Pendleton said: "Parks and greenspaces are critical for our community's health and wellbeing. "THe council is proud to be able to say that we in Arun can still achieve these high standards through excellent working relationships throughout the

community and offer this high quality service for our residents and visitors." She went on to thank all those involved in achieving the now internationally recognised award for the best parks in the country. THe annual awards are presented by the environmental charity, Keep Britain Tidy. THey acknowledge high standards of park facilities, including maintenance and community engagement. THe current flags are the eighth year in a row they have been awarded for Hotham Park and seventh for Marine Park Gardens on Marine Drive West. Arun has pledged to work towards meeting the award's standards for 2018.

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BUSINESS leaders have welcomed plans for hundreds of new jobs in the Bognor Regis area. THe town's regeneration board has backed the proposals to develop the Salt Box site into a commercial estate. Its advisor, David Myers, has told Arun District Council the scheme was in keeping with the Enterprise Bognor Regis theme of providing land for employment opportunities. "THe Bognor Regis Regeneration Board fully supports the Landlink Estates planning application enabling the development of Salt Box within the strategic Enterprise Bognor Regis initiative," he says in a statement. "Enterprise Bognor Regis has been designed to serve and promote economic activity and the Salt Box development is an high qualityintrinsic element. visitors." "(Salt Box) is located on the A29 opposite ose involvedthe Oldlands Farm development and is ernationallyplanned to generate 677 net full-time est parks inequivalent jobs from the 340,000sq ft of mixed development. resented by "An anchor tenant has been identified for Keep Britaina 35,000sq ft facility, employing 135 staff. It is estimated that the development will tandards ofgenerate £20.7m gross value added to the maintenancearea over the next ten years. t. "THe timeline for occupancy is early eighth year2019 and construction activity needs to awarded forcommence by spring 2018." for Marine THe regeneration board is an independent ve West. advisory body which is comprised of public ork towardsand private sector organisations such as ds for 2018. the University of Chichester, West Sussex

County Council, Arun, Butlin's and Covers. As reported, Landlink Estates has applied to Arun for full planning approval for a warehouse - to be used by Warburtons the bakers - and access roads with a new entrance from Shripney Road among other features in the 11.8 hectare site. THe company has also sought outline proposals for employment units, an hotel, a warehouse, two drive-through units, a public and a gym. THe scheme has also been welcomed by Bognor Regis town councillors but they backed their counterparts in Bersted by calling for the road network to be improved if the area was developed. THe town council's planning and licensing committee members are seeking the completion of the A259 Bognor Regis northern relief road to remove traffic from Rowan Way's congested eastern section. Committee chairman Cllr Jeanette Warr said: "THe developers have obviously got people who want to go on that site. So, there must be money coming in to help with the infrastructure. "If they put a hotel there, they don't want their visitors not being able to get there for six hours because they are caught in a queue of traffic." Cllr Sandra Daniells said: "We are not objecting to the application as such. It is the road layout. THe traffic situation can't be doing the existing businesses any good." Cllr Pat Dillon said modern engineering techniques meant a road could be built to connect the relief road's two sections even if the ground was marshy.

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Yapton man jailed A YAPTON man has started a four-and-ahalf year jail sentence for rape. Timothy Evans, 30, unemployed, of Blenheim Road, Yapton, was convicted of the offence against a woman in a Littlehampton flat more than two years ago. He was sentenced at Lewes Crown Court on Wednesday. Evans had been convicted on June 26, after a trial, of raping the woman, then aged 32, at a flat in Surrey Street in Littlehampton on April 5, 2015. Both had been at a party there. THe woman had fallen asleep in a bedroom and woke to find Evans assaulting her.

Double Proms delight PROMENADERS revelled in big screen action for the first time at the annual Proms in the Park in Bognor Regis. THe live screening of the BBC's traditional Last Night of the Proms concert from the Royal Albert Hall complemented the live music on the Hotham Park bandstand. THose who went along to enjoy entertainment amid the open air surroundings of the beautiful park were also able to join in the flag waving of the audience in the packed London venue to add a further helping of patriotic pride to the evening with an additional helping of famous songs such as Jerusalem and Land of Hope and Glory. THe addition of the broadcast was a unique addition for last Saturday's event which has been held by Bognor Regis Town Council for at least ten years. THis meant the park's concert had to be moved back from its usual date in June to match the autumn ending of the Proms season in London. Town council events officer Kirsten Fitzpatrick

said the evening had been a success in spite of the weather. "THe Rock Choir opened the event, followed by the Andy Beaumont Band, accompanied by Caroline Bennett and Russ Howarth, who had the audience on their feet and dancing. "THe chairman of Arun District Council, Cllr Mrs Jacqueline Pendleton, along with the town mayor of Bognor Regis, Cllr Phil Woodall, were in attendance on the evening." THe added element of the screening had worked well, she said, but the occasion had been affected by an autumn downpour a few hours earlier. THis reduced the number of those attending to a few hundred compared to the turnouts in the past and made the ground very wet. "Unfortunately, the inclement weather made numbers decrease compared to previous years," she added. "However, the town council would like to thank everyone who braved the elements to come and support Proms in the Park 2017."

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From page one Housing in that accommodation, it's certainly not sustainable for the many families we put in B&Bs, it's not sustainable for the council or for council tax payers. "THis is something we should review and we should set up a working party to investigate how we can better serve the families who find themselves in this terrible situation of being homeless. In particular, I am deeply troubled by the children involved." But Arun's cabinet member for residential services, Cllr Trevor Bence (C, Aldwick E) said a working group would be a distraction. "A lot of effort is going in to try to house the increasing numbers who are approaching us. We are in the same situation as all other councils. We are all suffering from an increase in homelessness." Cllr Gillian Brown (C, Aldwick E), Arun's leader, said: "We are always looking for better value and better accommodation for people who find themselves homeless. We have budgeted £1m to buy our own accommodation so we can make sure that accommodation is right and good value for council tax payers." Outside the meeting, Citizens Advice Arun and Chichester chief executive Carol Groves said its centres had supported more than 450 clients in the past year who were homeless or at risk of eviction. "As the government continues with the rollout of Universal Credit, we foresee a significant increase in clients being threatened with homelessness," she said. National research by Citizens Advice had shown 51pc of its Universal Benefits clients had council tax or rent arrears against 28pc usual on the old benefits.

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Protests greet revised plans VILLAGERS are continuing to object to revised plans for hundreds of homes in Westergate. THe total number of objections to the latest and the original proposals for the 350 properties on land east of Westergate Street had climbed to some 250 by yesterday morning. Among the latest to object to the scheme by Cala South Home Counties was Sharon Knapp, of Beechfield Park. She told Arun District Council, which will decide the proposals: "When is Arun council going to get any common sense? "79 new houses are already being built in Hook Lane, hundreds more in Fontwell. Where are all the additional services that all these new people will need? "I need to turn right from Hook Lane towards Bognor at 8.30 each morning, impossible with the level crossing and all the school traffic. "How is putting all these extra commuters on the road going to improve things. We moved here to retire and now find that we will be living in what amounts to a huge housing estate!" Woodgate resident Philip Le Cheminant stated to the council: "Simply put there are no local jobs and there are inadequate transport links to areas with employment. Cars will have to be used. "A serious reality check and loads of common sense need to be employed before any decisions." Eastergate Parish Council has kept its objections to the proposed development. Its clerk, Gary Sleet, said Cala's ideas were premature because the 18.40 hectare

site was included in the Barnham/ Eastergate/Westergate strategic housing allocation site defined by Arun in its draft local plan, which was being examined by a planning inspector from next week. Cala's application is a hybrid. THe developer has asked Arun for full planning permission for 101 homes on 3.34ha of the site. It also wants outline planning approval, to establish the principle of development, for a further 249 homes on the rest of the land. THe company first sought permission from Arun for the development last year. It has revised those proposals. Ian Johnson, a director and practice manager of its planning agent, Luken Beck, said the changes to the illustrative masterplan for the outline plans included vehicle speed control points like pinch-points, speed control bends and squares. A road from the northern side of the east-west road had been omitted and replaced with a footpath/cycleway and nine housing plots on the southern edge of the central green had been rearranged. For the detailed proposals, pinchpoints had also been created for the east-west road and alterations made to individual housing plots. Arun's draft local plan will begin to be examined by planning inspector Mark Dakeyne next Tuesday until next THursday. He will resume the hearing on September 26 and close it on September 29. THis will be the second hearing into the plan after the original was halted to enable Arun to allow for more housing.

Sketches and songs in church bring medieval times to life PURGATORY, Popes and the printing press feature in a fast-paced show of sketches and songs at South Bersted's church. A Monk's Tale is being staged at 7.30pm next THursday at St Mary Magdalene and covers religious upheaval in a manner which is funny and accessible. THe church's vicar, the Rev Tim Crook, said: "At South Bersted, we are so excited to be celebrating the 500th anniversary of the beginning of the Reformation, which transformed Europe by the rediscovery of five key Bible truths. "We are proud to host this terrific fun

show, which is both informative and hugely entertaining." THe show is about Martin Luther and is aimed at people of all faiths and ages who are unsure about him. With a nod to Horrible Histories and Monty Python, it helps the audience to understand the medieval mindset and the role of religion in the life of people at that time. It also explores the seismic changes brought on by the internet of its time, the printing press. Tickets cost £10 (£5 for u-18s) from eventbrite.co.uk. Doors and bar open from 7pm.

POETRY launched this year's Blakesfest in Bognor Regis. THe Dandelion Visions workshops held in the town's library last Saturday were attended by those aged from nine to 62. THe two sessions led by acclaimed Portsmouth poet Stella Bahin saw two group poems evolve. One of those present, Sedge Seymour, said: "Expertly guided by Stella, the two poems gradually came into shape and form as ideas were accepted or rejected by the group, often by a voting process. "Stella then used her poetical experience and, possibly, a bit of magic, to tidy up the pieces before publishing them online for all to see." THe workshops also marked the start of the Dandelion Visions art exhibition in the library in London Road. THis can be viewed from midday to 2pm tomorrow and from 2pm-6pm on THursdays, Fridays and Saturdays until October 7. Tomorrow will see more free events to

honour famous poet William Blake's three years in Felpham from 1800 in which he wrote the words which became Jerusalem. Artist Anna Fairchild will create a sculpture in the library at 1pm for the exhibition. THis performance art will be followed by a guided walk in Hotham Park at 2.30pm and poetry in THe George in Felpham at 4pm. THe venue for plenty of family fun with bouncy castles, glitter ponies, glitter face painting and stalls on Sunday will be Newtown Social Club in Greencourt Drive from midday-4pm. Ticketed events with poet Michael Horovitz and Britpop favourites David Deviant and his Spirit Wife will also be held at various sites at the weekend. Horovitz said Blakefest was a particularly ambitious festival. "Both Vanessa Vie and I are participating in this unusual event, which rails against the prevailing Tory winds in Bognor Regis," he said. More details: blakefest.co.uk

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` Advice on jobs FACE to face advice will be on offer in Bognor Regis at a skills and jobs fair. THe event later this month will give residents the chance to speak directly to employers. It will take place from 11am-2.30pm on September 27 at the Regis Centre. Hosted by West Sussex County Council's children and family centres and Find It Out centres, along with Bognor Regis and Littlehampton's Jobcentre Plus, the occasion will be the sixth of its kind. Cllr Stephen Hillier, the county council's cabinet member for children and young people, said: "THere have been many success stories to come out of previous events. I would encourage anyone who is worried about work to not be afraid and to come along. Whether it is personal development or day-today living issues, there will be a range of understanding experts on hand to help." More details on 01903 276840 or Facebook page @arunwestnorthcfc

` 'No' to council EFFORTS by Aldwick councillors to buy their offices have been rejected. THe parish council has spent months seeking to purchase the premises in which it has met and run its activities for about 20 years. But Places for People, which owns the site, off Pryors Lane, has said it is not for sale. Council clerk Sue Batey said at Monday's meeting: "It is not their policy to sell off parcels of land in the south east because its value will increase."

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FUN IS being added to Friday lunchtimes in Bognor Regis. Experienced musicians Hilary Bishop and Paula McGovern are launching a community choir which will give those who like to sing the chance to exercise their vocal chords in the middle of the day. THe choir's first session will be from 12.15pm-1.15pm on October 6. THe venue will be St Wilfrid's Church Hall in Ellasdale Road and it will meet weekly during term times. Hilary, the choral director, said: "We are keen to start a new choir in the lunchtime where people could come along from home or their workplace to have a fun time, shake off the Friday afternoon blues and set themselves up for the weekend." All abilities will be welcome to join in. THe singers will not need to be able to

read music or pass an audition. THe first session is free with a ÂŁ4 weekly charge for further attendance. Accompanist Paula said: "Why not come along and give us a try? "Singing is so good for our wellbeing. It boosts a person's confidence, reduces their stress levels and it's fun." Further details from Hilary on 01243 842150 or Paula on 07501 923735 or email: info@musicsmart.org.uk or visit the website: www.musicsmart.org.uk Hilary and Paula have formed MusicSmart to offer singing workshops and community choirs, instrumental and vocial tuition and pianists for weddings and tutorials. "We are actively seeking to create music in a wide variety of settings," said Paula. "In fact, we would like to hear from anyone who has an idea involving a music venture."

A BRAZEN burglar who broke into a North Bersted house even after he was named as a house-breaker has been jailed. Colin Ellinor was spotted by motion sensor cameras as he attempted to gain entry into a house in North Bersted Street on August 7. THis came just a week after he was seen on a similar camera at a property in Horsemere Green Lane, Climping. He was recognised by a retired Sussex Police officer after the footage was circulated on Facebook. Further reports from the public were received by Sussex Police after it issued a wanted person appeal on July 31. THe second burglar resulted in further images on Facebook and Ellinor was again named to the police by several people. He was spotted by members of the public in Bognor Regis on August 8 and swiftly arrested by police. He was charged with the burglary in Climping and attempted burglary with the intent to steal in relation to the North Bersted incident. He pleaded guilty at Lewes Crown Court on Wednesday to both offences and was sentenced to three years in jail for each offence, to run concurrently. Two separate offences of burglary - in Church Lane, Bognor Regis, on July 30 and in Bersted Street, Bognor Regis, on August 3 - were also taken into account on sentencing. DC Jon Woolley, of the West Sussex community investigation team, said: "Social media played a key role in bringing this prolific burglar to justice.

"CCTV and motion sensor cameras are becoming more affordable and more widely available and, in these cases, they provided vital evidence which led to Ellinor's conviction. "THe incidents have left the victims understandably distressed and I hope it gives them peace of mind that this serial offender is now behind bars." Ellinor used a brick to smash a window at the Climping property. He stole some ÂŁ3,000-worth of property and jewellery. THis included two wedding rings, a gold and platinum set diamond ring and cash from children's money boxes.

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Despite a wet and windy weekend crowds still flock to the Revival DOWNPOURS of rain couldn't keep the crowds away at this year's Goodwood Revival event. It was a day of vintage fun for all ages over the three-day event. Starting on Friday with practice racing, the event got off to a wet and windy start. Heavy rain and wind was forecast but even as strong gusts and downpours took place, the crowds didn't falter. New for 2017 was the Revival Emporuim found in the Over the Road area, promising a treat for fashion lovers. THe show created a story of an older couple looking back over their life with models dancing and acting out scenes with fashion from the 1940s, 1950s and 1960s. Collections ranged from private pieces from Cleo and Mark Butterfield to high street labels such as New Look, Zara and ASOS. Over the Road also held many other activities for all ages including a roller disco, cinema, funfair and many stalls and cafés. THe motor circuit, held as the main attraction featured 15 races throughout the three days, high speed demonstrations, and spectator grid walks. Visitors were able to get within touching distance of aircraft at the tenth anniversary of the Freddie March Spirit of Aviation. THe enclosure showcased 30 different pre-1966 aircraft transported from across the world.

Margaret Collins, 52, and her husband, Timothy, 56, travelled from Alton to attend for two days. He said: "We have never been before but it was our 30th wedding anniversary this year so we treated ourselves. "We didn't know what to expect but there is so much to do no matter your age or passion. "THe aviation display is unbelievable, it's just incredible. "We are glad we dressed up, and you are truly the odd one out if you don't. I expect we will look at coming again for definite, it's a great event." Petrol heads could also delight at the Earls Court motor show which housed several vintage classic cars from 194060s. THe manufacturers also drew in crowds with free photo opportunities where visitors could stand or sit in the classic cars and receive free print-outs. THe show also unveiled the brand new TVR. THe British sports car makers unveiling of the car at the Revival is a first for the world-renowned Goodwood historic racing event. THe new car was featured on display inside the building and showcased at the centre of a display which featured a number of older historic TVRs, in celebration of the British marque’s 70th anniversary. Another car enthusiasts haven was the March Motor Works presented by BMW. THe showroom was renamed this year as ‘Gordon Galleries’, echoing

the shopping arcades of 1950s central London. THe galleries included a period RollsRoyce showroom, BMW classics and a Mini display. THe paddocks, although some restricted to special ticket holders, allowed visitors to walk around some classic motor vehicles and chat to mechanics and onwers. Staying in tune with the vintage theme, the Revival would not be complete without its famous High Street section. THe area, which paid tribute to the conventional high street, featured wellknown brands. Included in the area were Michelin, a Shell garage and Betty's hair salon (pictured below) where visitors could enjoy a vintage style beauty or hair transformation. Lisa Matthews, 38 from Chichester, travelled with her best friend Katy Simms, 38, from Midhurst. She said: "We absolutely love coming down every year. It is expensive but it's so different to any other event you could go to. We booked Friday this year as we have done Saturday and Sunday before. It's not as good for racing, but we don't mind that. I love the variety of shops where you can pick up classics and one-off pieces or bargains. It's stuff you wont find on the high street. We can't wait for next year!"

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` Flooding work MORE than £10,000 is to be spent to stop an Aldwick road flooding. THe £10,105 will enable the culvert which connects Aldwick Duck Pond to Aldwick Green, on the opposite side of Aldwick Road, to be cleared and partly renewed. THe project will be the last of three stages intended to prevent a repeat of the floods which turned that section of the road into a lake in heavy rainfall in summer 2012. Aldwick Parish Council agreed to its role in the scheme at its meeting on Monday. Sue Batey, the council's clerk, said: "THe culvert was investigated with CCTV which revealed there was a lot of root growth in it. Two-thirds of the roots can be cut away but the other third are so bad that the culvert needs to be replaced in those parts." THe parish council is working with West Sussex and Arun councils to complete the project. It was hoped the scheme would be completed before Christmas but a dry spell was required, said Mrs Batey. She believed it would take less than two weeks to complete. THe funding is being paid by the county council through the parish council. THe previous work at the pond has seen it de-silted at a cost of £30,000 followed by the £19,000 clearing of the culvert which runs along the side of Aldwick Green. Mrs Batey added: "When this latest work has been finished, it should stop a repeat of what happened in 2012. I would say the road by the pond was flooded to a depth of about 4ft. "At one stage, a car - I think it was a Ford Focus - was bobbing about on the water."

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Phil's note-worthy clothes WAISTCOAT wonders make Bognor Regis’ popular town mayor stand out. And that’s just the way Cllr Phil Woodall likes it when he is among a group of residents. He will next be wearing one of his specially made waistcoats in November in the week leading up to Remembrance Sunday. “I’ve got some material with poppies on it and I will be wearing it as a waistcoast to pay tribute to our servicemen and women,” he said. His previous garish garments have included cars for the Drive THrough Time motor gala in July, music notes for the Rox music and arts festival and seaside motifs for the seafront Funshine days. “It’s my image,” said Phil. “I like waistcoats and I like being loud. I’m a lively person and I want to put that persona over. “People comment about my waistcoats. THey often say they like them and the kiddies love them as well – and the bling of my town mayor’s chain.” Phil is coming up to 75th mayoral engagement in only his fifth month in the role. He was elected by his fellow town councillors at their annual meeting in May. He has not stopped since. Some days have seen him attend two functions with some careful planning. THe activities have ranged from a guitar recital to the town’s carnival to open days at care homes and an interview for BBC Radio 2. A major occasion of his year is approaching, with his charity dance with Britain’s favourite dance band, Todd Miller and the Joe Loss Orchestra,

taking place on November 18. Being held at the Riverside Ballroom, tickets cost £25 with a basket meal. Proceeds are in aid of Alzheimer’s Society and Epilepsy Action. Further details can be obtained by emailing: mayorscharityevents@hotmail.com Being busy is a pleasure for Phil as he attempts to meet as wide a range of residents as possible before his year in office ends next May. “Being mayor is better than I thought. I’m absolutely loving it. It’s about meeting people and going to all sorts of things. “Many of them are things I would never dream of going to as a person but I enjoy them when I get there,” he said. Phil, who is a Liberal Democrat councillor for Orchard ward, juggles his mayoral duties with 15 hours’ work a week at the town’s B&Q Store. He said the flexibility of his colleagues made his dual roles as easy as possible. “THey are really good to me. THey always take account of my civic duties when they are drawing up the staff rota and fit it around me," he said. “On the few occasions when they can’t, I’m able to leave work for an hour or two to go to an event.” Last Saturday saw Phil display a photo wearing his mayor’s chain in his B&Q uniform alongside a formal shot of him and his chain. Both were on show on the banner around his ‘mayor’s enclosure’ at the town council’s annual Proms in the Park concert in Hotham Park. “I hope the photos show I am a real person,” he added. “THat’s what I want to put over – that I am an approachable normal person who anyone can talk to at these events."

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New centre's for residents RESIDENTS of Felpham have their first new community centre for decades to call their own. Felpham Parish Council’s members are settling in to the building, which one member previously described as worth about £1.2m, on the Blakes Mead housing estate. THeir chairman, Cllr Dave Smart, said the centre represented a fresh start for the council. “THe opening of the centre is a new episode for us. It’s a fantastic new building," he said. “It’s an exciting time for the council and the community because it’s such a really, really nice building. “It’s a tremendous opportunity for the community of Felpham. It’s not for use of Blake’s Mead only. It’s for all of Felpham – and we want the people of Felpham to use it as their centre.” THe building, in Meaden Way, was provided by Barratt Homes and David Wilson Homes as part of the company’s planning permission from Arun District Council for the 700-plus homes which surround it. Negotiations when the estate was being planned enabled the parish council to buy the centre for £1. Arun remains responsible for the football pitch, multi-use games area and play area which surround the building. THe district council also has control of the changing rooms inside the centre. “Our role is to manage what goes on inside the walls,” said Cllr Smart. THe

parish council moved into the new centre from late August. THe relocation from its previous base in St Mary’s Centre in Grassmere Close continued into this week. Furniture and equipment continued to arrive to equip the rooms. THe centre has a main hall, which he estimated could hold well over 100 people, and a large meeting room capable of being divided. Another meeting room completes the community spaces. Each is capable of accommodating 40 people. A kitchen and a foyer complete the facilities. Cllr Smart said: “It’s been a longer path to take charge of the centre than we would have hoped. “But, now we are in, we want to make the most of it. We are confident the centre will be a success. “We’ve already had a couple of people showing interest in making regular bookings there and we have a quite significant list of potential other users.” THe parish council’s final meeting in St Mary’s Centre took place last Tuesday. Fittingly, the last regular items on the agenda debated by the 12 councillors present for the 65 minute session concerned the new centre and the appointment of its manager. THe council was founded in 1985 and has met at the centre since it became the previous community building to open in July, 1995. Before that, it alternated its meetings between Felpham Memorial Village Hall and Felpham Methodist Church.

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` Man is injured A MAN suffered minor injuries in a fight in a Bognor Regis car park. THe man, believed to be in his early 20s and from the town, was assaulted by two other men in the London Road car park. THe altercation took place at 4.45pm on August 31. All three men had left the scene before police arrived. THe suspects are described as white, 5ft 10in tall, and in their early 20s. One of them wore a white top. Any witnesses, or anyone with information about the men, should report it online at sussex.police. uk/contact-us or call 101, quoting reference 1038 or 31/08.

f Cllr Dave Smart outside the community centre

` Waste site change OPENING times at the Bognor Regis household waste recycling site will change next month. THe winter hours from October 1 will be 9am-4pm until March 31 instead of the 10am-5pm planned by West Sussex County Council. THe decision was taken by a crossparty member group of the council after a review of the changes which saw the site's opening times slashed last October. But the site, off Shripney Road, will still close on THursdays and Fridays.

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f Inside the centre's main hall

FEWER singers has led Aldwick Parish Council to stop holding its annual carol service at Rose Green. But the council is still funding an illuminated tree outside the shops.

Arun Business of the Year Awards Website of the Year sponsored by Business Networking Bognor Regis Most companies and organisations now have websites and use these as the first point of contact with their customers and, as they say, first impressions count. I’m sure we’ve all experienced websites that are out of date, or don’t inspire us to look further? On the other hand, I expect we’ve all found ones which really make us want to click on to see what the company has to offer. The winner of this award will be a company or organisation with a superb site that provides all the help and information we need at just the click of a mouse. The judges check all the website entries and will be awarding this prize to the site that they find useful, pleasing to look at and easy to navigate.

Last year this award was won by Gusto Wines. The company spent many of hours with their designers creating something that would showcase their range of merchandise in the perfect way, pass on their passion for their product and also allow their customers to order what they wanted quickly and easily. If you know a company whose website deserves an award, even if it is your company, then get nominating! To enter for the 2017 Website of the Year Award sponsored by Business Networking Bognor Regis simply go to http://www.arun.gov.uk/arunbusiness-of-the-year-awards and fill in the entry form. Good luck!

Charity or Community Interest Company of the Year sponsored by The Bognor Regis Post This is another new award for 2017 and will recognise the fabulous work that so many of our local charity and community interest companies do. Many local events and services are now run by charities and CICs that are at the very heart of our local community. Others are national organisations that work on a wider scale and they are all important. The winner or winners of this award will be very special indeed. They’ll have to prove their worth to our judges. They’ll have to tell us what they do – the easy part, but also what effect their organisation has on their community or the project they are set up to serve. We know that there are some great stories out there to support the work that is going

on and we want to hear them. If you work with or have been helped by one of these organisations why not nominate them? There’s nothing stronger than the testimonial of someone like you who sees what goes on in the background or has been helped. The sponsors of this Award are, very appropriately, The Bognor Regis Post, a community newspaper set up to serve and inform its local community – what could be better? To enter for the 2017 Charity or CIC of the Year sponsored by The Bognor Regis Post simply go to http://www.arun.gov.uk/arun-business-of-theyear-awards and fill out the entry form. Good luck!

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Rugby stars get on their bikes for Paul PEDAL power has helped a former Bognor Regis rugby player in his bid to return home after an horrific cycling accident. England rugby legends Will Carling, John Olver, Mick Skinner and Peter Winterbottom were among 105 cyclists who formed a peloton for Paul Curtis. THey completed the 70-mile journey from the town’s rugby club in Hampshire Avenue to Harlequins’ famous ground of THe Stoop in Twickenham. Last Saturday’s ride – to coincide with the London club’s first home league game of the season – raised more than £30,000, to take the total so far to £100,000. THe money will go towards adapting quadriplegic Paul’s home in Wales ready for his wheelchair. Carling said before the start: “I’m looking forward to the ride. He was one of the side’s backs who looked after players like me. “We played together as a team and now it’s our turn to look after him.” Among the 50 or spectators cheering the riders off was another one-time Quins and England star, Brian Moore. “THis is a tremendous effort,” he said, pictured below left. “THere are all manner of people from all walks of life taking part. It’s not just rugby people. “I don’t think you can under-estimate the physical effort that goes into a 70 mile cycle ride. What’s happened to Paul shows how one unfortunate accident can change your life. “He was an immensely strong player

– not much of a ball player, but rugby accommodates people of all physical strengths and there was a place for him in our team. “You knew you were never going to get less than 100 per cent from Paul, no matter how well or badly he played.” Paul’s stepfather, Sidney Burnham, was also present. “THe effort the cyclists are making is unbelievable. It’s absolutely incredible what people are doing for Paul. It shows what they think of them,” he said. Paul was badly injured after he hit a tree during a cycle ride last September in the valleys near his home in Penclawdd. He broke his neck, damaged his spinal cord, right lung and diaphragm. He is at a rehabilitation centre waiting to be able to return home. Mr Burnham said: “Paul is very good in himself. I am so pleased he is still here. His accident was so severe he could have been so much more badly affected than he was." Paul was kept in touch with the ride by one of the organisers, Andy Batty. He said: "Paul is genuinely moved by the scale of the response." Paul joined Bognor RFC aged 14. THe club’s president, Phil Mead, coached him. He said: “He was at Bishop Luffa School but he couldn’t get into the side in Chichester. So, he came along to us and, as he was a big player, he played his first game at 14.” Phil’s skills saw him progress through the Sussex youth system and he was

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Car owners' charity drive ONE OF the rarest cars in Britain took part in Bognor Regis Motor Club's latest fundraiser. Geoff Twigg entered his 1976 Austin Allegro, pictured top right, and was joined by Jerry Hughes in the 7th Regis TAP. Other marques represented included a 1947 Allard L Type, owned by Lynda Powells, and a 1971 Corvette Stingray, owned by Tony Ashcroft and Mark Penfold. THey were among 82 entries in the motor club's popular classic car tour and picnic (TAP). It was classed as one of the Historic Car Register's prestigious scenic tours as one of the best one-day events run in the UK. THe event, which rain failed to spoil, raised an initial £3,295 for the Sussex Air Ambulance. Organisers expect the final total to be higher once accounts are completed in a few weeks' time. Ali Green, the motor club's press officer, said: "THese tours are totally non-competitive and entrants do not need to be members of any motor club or hold a competition licence to take part.

f Chris Need and Lisa Robinson in his 1925 Frazer Nash

"THe tour visited some of the beautiful parts of West Sussex and Hampshire." THe car owners were delighted to return to their familiar start venue of Great Ballard School in Eartham. "THe first car left at 10.01 followed by the other 81 cars at one minute intervals," said Ali. "It was a damp start but the rain stayed away until every car had left the start but the dry weather didn't last. "THis year's lovely picnic lunch venue was a private visit to Rookesbury Park, near Wickham, Hampshire. THe variety of cars looked amazing parked outside this fabulous Palladian Grade II-listed mansion. However, by this time, the rain was heavy and persistent." THe drivers kept their spirits up and headed for cream tea at the interesting Bursledon Brickworks. Next came the privilege of a private visit to the William Medcalf Vintage Bentley Workshops at Liss to look at an amazing selection of the fantastic marque being prepared for various events. THe tour ended at its original venue of THe Tithe Barn, near Petersfield, for a hog roast and musical entertainment in the event. Ali added that thanks were due to the donations of the sought after raffle prizes, sponsors, the venue hosts and the team of marshals who stayed cheerful in spite of the miserable weather.

f Some of the cars at Tithe Barn | Pics: Mick Briggs

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` Tenants charged to charge their scooters CHARGES for plugging in mobility scooters are being paid by council tenants in Bognor Regis for the first time. Arun District Council has brought in a £3.50 weekly fee to enable just over 100 of its residents in council flats to store and power up their transport lifelines. Karen McGreal, the council's housing business improvement and policy manager, said the move had been widely welcomed - in spite of the cost. "We have had two people come to us raising concerns over the cost but the response has been overwhelmingly positive," she told councillors. "THey have said they were surprised they were not charged before. THey expected to pay for the electricity they used to charge their mobility scooters." THe scheme had also seen the council bring in a licence agreement which ensured the scooter owners committed to regular safety checks and insurance. Arun has 101 mobility scooter charging points. THe largest group is at Bersted Green Court with 18 points. Most schemes had between three and eight spaces, she said. Of the spaces, 49 were let and there was a waiting list of four tenants. THis would enable the council to review the siting of the charging points to try to ensure the locations matched demand. "Historically, the points have been provided in a bit of a hotch-potch. We have added what we can where we can," Ms McGreal said. THe scheme will produce an annual income of £20,000 for the council. "THe project is the first of many areas where we will consider how we charge for services our customers receive," she added at the council's housing and customer services working group last THursday.

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most of the occasion, getting to know each other and swapping stories." THe enjoyment was boosted by a raffle organised by Sheila Forsyth. Every table won at least one prize. Mr Mooney praised the hotel for the meal which was provided. "Everyone enjoyed the day and agreed to meet again at the annual general meeting at 12.30pm on October 26, in Oving Village Hall," he said. THe mayor of Chichester, Cllr Cllr Peter Evans, will join listeners and volunteers for a light lunch and entertainment by Cavatina, a singing group from the area.

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from inmates from Ford Open Prison as part of their community rehabilitation. Bognor Regis resident Joanna, 48, said those who did volunteer to help would find the experience enjoyable. She should work 16 hours a week but usually offers to do more. "I've worked in other charity shops and this is the best one," she said. "To see a customer going away and saying thank you is really satisfying. "It's nice to cheer those up who have had a bad day." THe shop offers free parking off Sudley Road for its volunteers.

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of volunteers," said Louise. "THat means we can't get the stock out, which hits the amount of money we can raise. We have to shut the shop when we have deliveries of new goods and items which have been sent to us from our other shops because we don't have enough staff to unload the van and be in the shop in the same time. "I have tried everything I can think of, like posters in the front windows, banners in the windows and leaflets in customers' purchases, but nothing has helped." THe shop in the London Road precinct also has two paid workers and some help

VOLUNTEER Joanna Hartley is calling for more helpers to join her at a Bognor Regis charity shop. Joanna is happily turning up for extra shifts at the Sue Ryder outfit to help the organisation's work providing hospices and palliative care in southern England. But the store's manager, Louise Cable, says additional help is required to ease the burden on her seven volunteers. "THere are a lot of charity shops here and I think we are competing with each other for volunteers. "Joanna is doing a lot of extra shifts but it is leaving her tired and we are still short

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Release date: 15 September Director: David Alaux Starring: Paul Borne, Philippe Bozo, Pascal Casanova Genre: Animation, Adventure

Release date: 15 September Director: Darren Aronofsky Starring: Jennifer Lawrence, Javier Bardem, Ed Harris Genre: Drama, Horror, Mystery

THE Jungle Bunch follows a gang of misfit animals on a mission to protect their jungle home.

A couple's relationship is tested when uninvited guests arrive at their home, disrupting their tranquil existence.

In their first big screen adventure, the Jungle Bunch’s tiger striped Kung Fu penguin leader Maurice and his comrades – a goldfish, tarsier and gorilla – fight to protect the jungle from a gang of silly baboons lead by Igor the evil Koala.

From filmmaker Darren Aronofsky (Black Swan, Requiem for a Dream), mother! stars Jennifer Lawrence, Javier Bardem, Ed Harris and Michelle Pfeiffer in this riveting psychological thriller about love, devotion and sacrifice.

f The Jungle Bunch f Victoria & Abdul Victoria & Abdul Baby Release date: 15 September Director: Stephen Frears Starring: Judi Dench, Ali Fazal, Michael Gambon Genre: Biography, Drama DAME Judi Dench reprises her role as Queen Victoria this September, this time alongside Eddie Izzard as the Prince of Wales and Bollywood actor Ali Fazal as Abdul Karim.

`"Abdul arrives Abdul arrives in England for the Queen’s Jubilee, where he expects to assist with proceedings. What he could not have imagined was the start of an unlikely friendship with England’s Queen. Victoria’s long-standing fascination with culture and language prompts Abdul to share with her stories of his homeland, reinvigorating the Queen after the deaths of her husband and John Brown. As their companionship grows through Abdul’s letters and support, so do the objections of those closest to her, as tensions in the Royal Family and household flare as all eyes of Victoria’s subjects are on her.

in England for the Queen’s Jubilee, where he expects to assist with proceedings. What he could not have imagined was the start of an unlikely friendship with England’s Queen."

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Shows & Events YOUR GUIDE TO WHAT’S ON

To promote your event email Fiona Callingham at: entertainment@sussexpost.co.uk or phone: 01243 908506 The Worthing Musical Theatre Company

Made in Dagenham September 28-30 Worthing Pavilion Theatre theatres@adur-worthing.co.uk 01903 206206 www.worthingtheatres.co.uk LET THE talented cast of the Worthing Musical THeatre Company transport you back to the 1960s in this heart-warming musical. Based on the real events of the Ford sewing machinists strike of 1968, this show tells the story of how women factory workers helped spark the Equal Pay Act of 1970. Meet Rita O'Grady, a passionate worker at the Ford's Dagenham plant who believes she and her female colleagues should earn the same wage. She becomes the spokesperson for a group of female workers who go on strike

to fight inequality. It becomes apparent the women are paid less than the men as they are classed as unskilled. Join the strikers as they fight not only for equal pay but what is right. Made in Dagenham premièred in the West End three years ago and although it is no longer running there the show has seen great success touring as well as being performed by local theatre companies. With a rousing selection of musical numbers such as This is What We Want, Everybody Out and, of course, Made in Dagenham, this is sure to have audiences cheering for more. Don't miss the opportunity to see this inspirational musical comedy as it comes to a local theatre. Tickets start at £12.

Chichester Speakers Festival September 22-23 The Assembly Room, Chichester speakersfestival@gmail.com 0333 666 3366 www.chichesterspeakersfestival.com THIS year’s Chichester Speakers Festival brings together some of the UK’s most interesting speakers for you to meet and question. THe line-up, among others, includes: • Kate Adie, the celebrated BBC foreign correspondent, speaking about the most influential books she has read. • Andy Hamilton, who often appears on QI and Have I Got News For You, discusses his satirical novel: The Star Witness. • Dr Jim Hoare, the founder of the British Embassy in North Korea, throws light on North Korean tactics and society. • Spitfire pilot and writer Paul Beaver presents the aeroplane’s story in and around Chichester – from the viewpoints of 65 people, from pilots to politicians like

Kumail Nanjiani and Zoe Kazan

Churchill. • Anabel Inge explains why some highlyeducated western women don the burqa and convert to Salafi Islam. • Professor Rhodri Jeffreys-Jones, the intelligence expert, uncovers how governments, presidents, private detectives, and phone-hacking journalists, use surveillance for their own ends. • Dr Coline Covington, former chair of the British Psychoanalytic Council, explains why people and societies do evil. • Ann Clwyd, former shadow Secretary of State for Wales and shadow Secretary of State for International Development, accounts for her 30 years of fierce, rebellious political struggles. • Nicholas Rankin, former chief producer for BBC World Service, shows how Gibraltar was pivotal in the defeat of Hitler. A festival pass costs £65 and a day festival pass is priced at £45. Single tickets are £12.50. Other offers can be found on the website. Signed books will be available at the talks.

The Big Sick September 24, 25 and 27 Chichester Cinema at New Park info@chichestercinema.org 01243 786650 www.chichestercinema.org

"As always Chichester Cinema continues to screen some of the best independent films around."

"Hear a range of fascinating talks by a range of academics, politicians and well-known figures."

BBC journalist Kate Adie

"The Worthing Musical Theatre Company take on a riotous musical comedy based on the Ford strikes of 1968."

DON'T miss the chance to see one of the highest grossing independent films of 2017 on the big screen. The Big Sick follows the relationship of a young couple as they navigate all kinds of obstacles together making this at times a romantic comedy, an ethic satire and a hospital drama - but always sweetly and truthfully so. THe film is based on the real-life courtship between Pakistan-born aspiring comedian Kumail (Kumail Nanjiani), who connects with graduate student Emily (Zoe Kazan) after one of his stand-up sets. However, what they thought would be

just a one-night stand blossoms into the real thing, which complicates the life that is expected of Kumail by his traditional Muslim parents. When Emily is beset with a mystery illness, it forces Kumail to navigate the medical crisis with her parents, Beth and Terry (Holly Hunter and Ray Romano) who he's never met, while dealing with the emotional tug-of-war between his family and his heart. Currently holding an extremely high positive rating of 98 per cent on the film review site Rotten Tomatoes and rated as its #1 film of this summer, The Big Sick is not to be missed. Although undoubtedly a critical success, The Big Sick never received the wide release that it deserved, and the Chichester Cinema at New Park is one of few cinemas nearby to screen it. Tickets cost £8.50.

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Northern Ballet's The Little Mermaid

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The Little Mermaid September 21-23 The Mayflower, Southampton 02380 711811 www.mayflower.org.uk IMMERSE yourself in a mystical underwater world via the majesty of dance in this world première. When a young mermaid is finally allowed her first glimpse of life beyond the ocean, she is enthralled by what she sees.

After falling desperately in love with a man, she will do anything she can to live a human life. Northern Ballet’s beautiful new ballet re-imagines the classic Hans Christian Andersen fairytale and will take audiences on a mesmerising journey beneath the waves. With choreography by David Nixon OBE, and an original score played live by Northern Ballet Sinfonia, this promises to be a truly

captivating re-telling of the beloved fairytale. Northern Ballet were founded in 1969 with only 11 dancers and has since gone on to receive intentional acclaim with their powerful story-telling abilities and daring projects, and The Little Mermaid is no exception. Tickets range from £15-£39.50. Discounts are available online. THe show is recommended to those aged over five years of age.

"Witness the classic Hans Christian Andersen as you've never seen it before."

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Parham House and Gardens Harvest Fair September 23-24 Parham House and Gardens enquiries@parhaminsussex.co.uk 01903 742 021 www.parhaminsussex.co.uk VISIT the beautiful grounds of Parham House and Gardens for their annual celebration of autumn and estate life. Celebrating the abundance of produce that autumn brings, the Harvest Fair brings together the very best of homemade food and locally grown produce, as well as activities for all ages. With cookery demonstrations, working horse cart rides, gun dogs and falconry displays, there is plenty to see and do – including a wide array of stalls selling food, drink and country wares. Visitors will also have the

opportunity to sign up for guided walks to go deer spotting within the park and see inside the 18th century dovecote and icehouse, both of which are only open for this event. From 9am on the Sunday, BBC Sussex and BBC Surrey Radio will be broadcasting the popular gardening show Dig It live with hosts Joe Talbot, Jim Buttress and Parham’s head gardener Tom Brown. Visitors will be available to engage with the show from 10.30am–12pm, whilst the event is open. Over the Harvest Fair weekend there will also be talks and small estate exhibits on display in several of the rooms. THese can be booked on the day at the estate office. Tickets are £11 for adults, £6 for children and those under five years go free.

"Welcome in the start of autumn with this weekend packed with activities, talks and exhibitions."

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"Los Amigos hope to raise over £1,000 with this charity gig in aid of The Sussex Snowdrop Trust."

LOS AMIGOS returns to Chichester for a third charity gig aiming to break the £1,000 barrier. THe south London retro pop and rock band aim to help raise funds for THe Sussex Snowdrop Trust charity. THe last two years have seen Los Amigos play successful fund-raisers at the Chichester Inn and the Seafish Café with total money raised in excess of £1,000. Band member, Keith Simpson, said: "We've played a lot of gigs around south London for the charity since 2013 but made our first venture on to Snowdrop's home ground in 2015. "THat event and last year's went so well that we couldn't wait to come back this year." THe band's musical range is wide with an emphasis on hits from the 1960s and 1970s by THe Stones, Beatles, Van Morrison, Monkees and Rod Stewart. THese are supplemented with more modern day classics from the Proclaimers, Stereophonics and Adele. But whatever the songs chosen they will always have that sing-along quality or dancability factor that gets audiences involved from start to finish. Entry is free but donations to the Sussex Snowdrop Trust will be sought on the night or can be made online using the website listed above.

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Wines sold by Majestic reign supreme for taste Martin Lury Our very own bon vivant gets to grips with all the best buys

SEPTEMBER is now truly upon us and it seemed opportune to wend my way to Majestic in Chichester where the purchase of six bottles or more entitles you to the discounts proffered in store and all bottles featured hereafter will be quoted at the offer price, for the sake of clarity! Majestic has another string to its bow in the form of a tasting counter in-store and it was indeed there that I tasted my first white wine along with Majestic wine gurus Ben (pictured above with yours truly) and Ellie. THe 2016 Definition Gavi priced at £8.99 and the consensus that prevailed was that this was not a typical Gavi per se, but was, nonetheless, refreshingly clean on the palate with zesty lime to the fore, delicate and flowery with a hint of almond. Fresh acidity was evident with little of the ripe pear flavour associated with Gavi, but a most interesting and distinctive wine well worth trying. My second white wine selection was based on wine guru Ben's recommendation of the Wairau Valley 2016 Goldwater Sauvignon Blanc, one

of the older NZ estates commencing in 1978. THis wine has a pungent and expressive nose with grapefruit and lime flavours on the palate and is decidedly fruity with citrussy characteristics and will please certain Sauvignon Blanc aficionados! My final white wine selection was a Domaine Beurdin 2016 Reuilly priced at £10.99, one of the top Reuilly domaines close to the vineyards of better-known Sancerre. THis particular example proved to be dry, fresh and fruity with the aromatic nose of the Sauvignon Blanc

coupled with steel - like minerality - an ideal accompaniment to seafood, grilled fish and goats’ cheese! My first red selection was the 2013 Sassaiolo Rosso Piceno Monte Schiavo priced at £7.99. THis wine is dry, full bodied, complex with hints of tobacco and spice. THis Italian red has an abundance of dry tannin on the tip of the tongue, but mellows to give way to rich ripe redcurrants and, if you have not tried this wine before, is well worth a punt! THe next two reds, both on offer at £9.99, are also worthy of attention

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INGREDIENTS • 2 bay leaves, crumbled • 4 thyme sprigs, leaves picked • finely grated zest ½ small lemon • 4 tbsp brandy • 135ml extra virgin olive oil • 12 quails • 50g butter, cut into 12 small pieces • 350ml dry vermouth • 9 figs, stems snipped off and halved lengthways • 2 tbsp honey • 1 ½ tbsp balsamic vinegar • 500ml chicken stock FOR THE WALNUT SAUCE • 3 large garlic cloves • 80g walnuts • 150ml walnut oil • 1 tbsp finely chopped flat-leaf parsley

Quails with figs & walnut sauce

Method 1. To make a marinade, mix the herbs, lemon zest, brandy, seasoning and 6 tbsp olive oil in a large dish. Season the birds and spoon some marinade into the cavities. Roll them in the rest of the marinade, then cover and chill overnight. 2. For the walnut sauce, whizz the garlic and walnuts together with a little salt in a small food processor until finely chopped. Add the oil in a thin stream, as though you’re making a mayonnaise. Stir in 2 tbsp warm water. Season with pepper, add the parsley and set aside. 3. Heat oven to 200C/180C fan/ gas 6. To cook the quail, wipe any herbs from the breast area. Heat 3 tbsp olive oil in a large frying pan and, when really hot, quickly brown the birds all over, in batches, colouring but not cooking the meat. 4. Put a piece of butter inside each bird and put them into a roasting tin. Roast in the oven

for 15-20 mins, depending on whether you like the meat to be a little pink, adding a quarter of the vermouth after 10 mins. Put the figs in a small gratin dish in a single layer. Drizzle with the honey and balsamic, then season. Roast for 20 mins, alongside the quail, basting during cooking. THe figs should be dark and tender but holding their shape. Cover to keep warm and set aside. 5. Put the quail on a warm platter and cover. Put the roasting tin on the hob over a high heat. Add the rest of the vermouth, bring to the boil and bubble until there’s 150ml left. Add the stock and boil until you have a slightly syrupy sauce, enough for 2 tbsp per serving of quail. Put two birds on each plate and spoon over the reduced sauce. Serve with three fig halves each and the walnut sauce. Source: www. bbcgoodfood.com

serves: 36

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Method 1. To make the biscuits, put the butter, sugar and vanilla in a bowl and beat with an electric whisk until creamy. Add the flour and cinnamon, and combine with a spatula to make a soft dough. Form into a ball, wrap in cling film and chill for at least 1 hr. 2. In a saucepan, melt the butter, sugar, golden syrup and salt. Remove from the heat and whisk in the flour, then stir in the cherries and almonds. Set aside to cool and firm up a little. Heat oven to 180C/160C fan/gas 4 and line a baking sheet with parchment. 3. Tip the dough onto a floured work surface and roll out to the thickness of a £1 coin. Using a 6cm fluted cookie cutter, stamp out as many circles as you can, then scrunch up the trimmings, re -roll and stamp out some

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more. Transfer to the baking sheet, and spoon some of the Florentine mixture onto each biscuit until it’s all used up. Bake on the middle shelf for 12-15 mins until the biscuits are golden and the topping has melted. Leave to cool on the sheet for at least 15 mins. 4. While the biscuits cool, melt the chocolate in a small heatproof bowl suspended over a pan of gently simmering water, or in short bursts in the microwave. Stir every 30 secs or so to ensure it doesn’t burn. Dip each biscuit about a third of the way into the chocolate, then return to the sheet to set. You may need to spoon the chocolate over the final few. Will keep for up to four days in a sealed container. Source: www. bbcgoodfood.com

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The benefits of chilli flakes to add spice to your life CHILLI flakes are so much more than just a pizza topping. Red chilli flakes have an abundance of cooking and health benefits. This multi-beneficial spice does everything from brightening flavour in dishes to preventing diseases. From pastas to salads, a dash of red chilli flakes can liven up a dish in seconds, adding a little bit of that spicy kick. In small doses, they don’t overwhelm your food, they add a hint of flavour. If you’re watching your salt intake, chilli flakes can be an excellent alternative. They’ll add the much needed flavour without packing in the sodium. They are also amazing at helping to clear your congestion during cold and flu season and/or allergy season. That’s because the spicy heat found in the flakes helps clear the mucus stuffing up your nose and lungs. This time of year, when we are just coming out of summer and entering into the slightly nippy evenings, it is the perfect time for colds to start manifesting. As soon as the children go back to school, college or university, the influx of germs get out of control. Then (with the older students at university) they add to the mix endless parties and alcohol, all weakening the immune system, which gives the perfect gateway to catching a cold and/or flu.

Make sure you pack them off with their little pot of chilli flakes and encourage them to cook from scratch using plenty of garlic, onions and ginger to ward off unwanted visitors. What about using the flakes to your advantage for dieting? Well, the kick of heat in the chilli flakes does wonders for your appetite. Some research has suggested that red chilli flakes and other peppers help stimulate

metabolism and prevent fat storage. Sprinkle some on your eggs or toast in the morning and reap the appetite control benefits all day long. Another suggestion that has been made is that these delicious little flakes may help prevent the spread of prostate cancer in men. For men diagnosed with that cancer, the capsaicin found in red pepper flakes and other types of chillis may help slow the growth of the cancer tumour while keeping healthy cells intact. However, the doses used in the studies were much higher than is recommended for individuals to eat, and more research is needed. So why are chilli flakes so good for your immune system? It's because chilli flakes and other members of the pepper family contain a good dose of vitamin A, a nutrient that helps keep your immune system healthy and strong. Another question I have been asked in the past is - do peppers create stomach ulcers? The answer in no. In fact, it is quite the opposite. The reason is that ingredient capsaicin again. This helps kill bacteria in the stomach and helps protect the stomach lining itself. Also if you’re a diabetic, or just want to prevent diabetes, red chilli flakes are your friend. That’s because the flakes, and other chilli peppers, can help reduce high levels of insulin in the blood stream. I would highly recommend getting some in the

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cupboard if you haven’t already got some, but make sure the lid is on tight. I made a vegetable stew the other night, and wanted to give it a bit of seasoning. I popped the lid, got distracted by one of the children as I poured what I thought was a few dashes of chilli peppers into the stew. Unbeknown to me, the seal from the pot had come loose and as we sat down and took the first mouthful, it was fair to say our noses were clear, eyes were watering and mouths seriously on fire. But in moderation, it would have been a very nice flavour! Enjoy! 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. Denise also runs a juice company 'Juice It' that makes and delivers healthy juices and smoothies. She is involved with motivational talks, conferences and corporate events regarding health all over the world and believes that knowledge is power and, ultimately, health is your only wealth!

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Community News & Views Sir FOLLOWING the report you carried last week about unique student accommodation, I would like to say that the students do have cars in Campbell Road and are parking on the unsupervised site. Security was in the planning application and this seems to be totally invisible. What stops the student buying a permit for their car and using the parking zones? If residents have a problem, they have to ring the number of the letting agency to deal with the situation. So, it costs the public money to deal with any problem instead of having a warden on site as per the application, which totally goes against the planning. It appears a good idea on paper from an office at Chichester but it definitely needs on-site monitoring, which it does not seem to have. Villa Maria did not have any vehicles. THere is very little space in Campbell Road now. What do we do when possibly 26 flats are filled with permit holding cars parked in the road? When will the warden/supervisor be employed? I do not see that having a student in charge of the place equates to a full-time security person. I think people in Bognor Regis need to be aware of future applications from this company. Mike Turner, Flat 5, Sovereign Court, Bognor Regis Sir I READ the article about Chichester District Council (Issue 71) clamping down on litter, including smokers who drop their cigarette ends on the street. THey could start by visiting Tower Street in Chichester and observe the West Sussex County Council staff who stand outside THe Grange on the street and drop their cigarette butts down or around the drain. Surely, the WSCC can provide a smoking area for staff and will CDC do anything about this? Roger Davis, Brookfield, Lavant

Sir SINCE the end of last month a new gate, pictured above, has been locked across a passageway between THe Causeway, Pagham, and THe Fairway on the Aldwick Bay Estate, requiring a code to access. Many residents of Pagham have been very upset that a route some of them have used for many decades has been blocked. Some residents have used the route since the 1950s when there was a through roadway. THis road was built upon in the 1980s, when the present passageway was put in place. Many local residents of Pagham have used the route through the estate for quiet walks and bike rides to escape the increasingly heavy and dangerous traffic on other roads. I have used this route to escape busy roads for the last 34 years. THe route has also been used by my cycling club for cycle rides on a quiet route when going to or from Pagham. My impression is that this is creating unnecessary friction and bad feeling from the residents of Pagham towards the residents of the Aldwick Bay Estate. I understand that one reason for the gate blocking access is occasional use by youths on mopeds and some walkers not clearing up after dogs. However, it is unlikely to solve the problem because there are public footpaths into the estate from the beach and from Greenways Road, off Cardinals Drive, which cannot be blocked. THere is also the main entrance from Barrack Lane which it would not be feasible to lock because of access by visitors. Although Aldwick Bay is a private estate, the footpath through part of it means that the public can never be totally excluded. THe only effect is to cause annoyance and inconvenience to responsible neighbours in Pagham. Edwin Jones Secretary of Bognor Regis & Chichester CTC (Cycling UK)

TEN YEARS of providing residential care has been celebrated by a care home in Bognor Regis. Elizabeth House marked the occasion with drinks, cakes and musical entertainment. THe home in Victoria Drive has rooms for 60 residents and is run by Shaw healthcare. THe party included guests such as the town mayor of Bognor Regis, Cllr Phil Woodall, as well as Shaw healthcare's deputy chief executive, Suzanne Hughes, and Abbie Johnson, of West Sussex County Council. Home manager Marian Drake said: "THis party was a lovely way to mark the occasion. I have a great team here who work so hard to provide the high standard we pride ourselves on, ensuring we get to know residents and families to offer the individual care people need." THe home works closely with Seaford College whose students visit it and support

A CHANCE to pay tribute to the pilots who won the Battle of Britain is available in Bognor Regis this weekend. THe town's branch of the Royal Air Forces Association is holding its annual memorial service to those who fought in the aerial combat. THe service is taking place at 10.30am on Sunday at Bognor Regis Methodist Church, courtesy of the minister, Kavula John. It will be conducted by the branch's

its residents on activities in the community. It has been a winner at the past two Star Awards, organised by Shaw healthcare to celebrate excellence in care across the UK. A team leader, cook and senior support worker, who have been at the home since it opened, were also presented with awards on the day. THe five year anniversary of two domestic assistants and a support worker were marked as well. Shaw healthcare provides care for individuals in nursing and residential homes, hospitals, supported living environments and domiciliary care schemes. THis features a spectrum of services from comprehensive care packages to low level support in the community. Pictured above are Shaw healthcare deputy chief executive Suzanne Hughes, above left, with members of staff at Elizabeth House and Bognor Regis town mayor, Cllr Phil Woodall.

chaplain, the Rev Brian Shersby. All are welcome to attend. As part of the service, the opportunity will be taken to enrol cadets who have recently joined 2351 (Bognor Regis) Squadron of the Air Training Corps. Pictured are some of the cadets and RAFA members returning to the RAFA Club after last year's service. Branch volunteers held a collection in the London Road precinct last Saturday.

BOGNORIAN Jimmy Stevens puts pen to paper about his views of the modern town. Jimmy has composed 24 short verses and a title page, with photographs he has taken, with his commentary about life. THey total 2,270 words and he is keen to see them published. Jimmy, 75, of High Street, below, said: “I’m not a miserable person but I like to put my point of view in a light-hearted way. “THere’s a lot of things I get inspiration from. It could be about people going the wrong way up a one-way street or still keep driving along the London Road precinct. “I get great satisfaction from the poems. I enjoy writing them and I’ve been doing that since I was about 15. Jimmy was lived in Bognor Regis since his early days and soon began to use his experiences creatively. “It’s my view about what goes on around me and what is going on around Bognor Regis. I could write about the broken umbrellas that you see littering the streets. “THe only thing I find hard is the first line. Once I’ve got that, I will go on from there. I’ve got a rhyming dictionary, which helps a lot. I will write an initial version and then polish that up. “It’s all about creating something out of something simple. I can usually write one of 12 lines in about two hours.” Retired Jimmy worked in the town’s Lec Refrigeration a few times and had a spell as a book-binder and a removals man. Here is one of his latest verses: Summer Days 2017 Once upon a time this busy seaside town Was set like a jewel, in the royal crown A magnet to draw people from all around To sunny Bognor Regis, so well renowned But alas…! Look now, at the end of June! Not one body, bird or car, at just on noon THe pier is still without its famous end Nothing to amuse and nowhere to spend THe shingle has overrun, well into the sand No Punch &Judy, donkeys, no sound of a band No pedalos, boat trips, no families with kids Not even sandcastles or painted pyramids!

A FREE lunchtime talk about hardened criminals is being held in Bognor Regis Library next week. THe first of the midday sessions in the library's new first floor meeting rooms will take place on Wednesday. THe two rooms have been created from the former reference section of the library which was closed before a lift was installed earlier this year. Former CID officer Bob Wragg will give the talk from 12.10pm12.50pm. He will share his experiences of serving in the police in east and south London and Scotland Yard. A spokeswoman for the library said: "Bob will reveal details of murders and crimes committed by the notorious Kray and Richardson gangs and their associates, along with several interesting murder investigations in which he was involved." THere is no need to book for the talk but anyone interested in going along has been asked to arrive at the library in London Road early to avoid being turned away. Both of the meeting rooms have a seating capacity of up to 25 people. THey are available for bookings. THe talk will be free but donations would be welcomed. More information from the library on 01243 382470 or bognor. regis.library@westsussex.gov.uk

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By Sylvia Endacott

Building's name is reminder of past of town

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Food and Drink Guide. Today it is possible to purchase a conversion apartment in this imposing building, which is fitted with all modern conveniences, and you can even share the roof terrace. Nearby in King’s Parade is another property which once advertised in the town guide. In the 1950s this hotel boasted it was the 'brightest hotel' - this was then the Russell Hotel, which was classed as a 'smart modern hotel in a wonderful position in Bognor’s west end, overlooking the Marine Gardens on the seafront'. Its charges also ranged from nine – 14 guineas per week, according to the season. Other advertisements for this hotel included such comments as deeply-sprung mattresses, central heating, separate tables and, finally, homekilled poultry and local market garden produce. Open all year round, it was fully licensed with a cocktail bar. THe hotel was a private family-run business for nearly 60 years. By the mid-1990s this hotel had been transformed into a unique hotel for blind or partially sighted guests under the care of the Action for the Blind charity. It was to be one of only a few such hotels in the country, which catered specifically for the visually impaired visitor with facilities that included talking lifts. In 1999 plans were unveiled to demolish this

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building and to replace it with a £2m hotel that was to be totally purpose-built for the visually impaired and would be the only one of six such hotels nationwide. THe plans included an expansion to 40 bedrooms and the owner hoped to cater for in excess of 3,500 guests per year. But the hotel closed a few years ago and was taken over by the Livability charity to become the new Ashley House residential home. If we travel along to the Bognor Regis seafront, we find another hotel that has changed its use over the years. Namely, the Royal Hotel, which was built in 1888 as the Royal Pier Hotel but because of local objections to the name, was to become THe Royal. In its early days, the advertising claimed this was a first-class modern hotel for families and gentlemen, affording every domestic comfort, situated opposite the pier, with the latest sanitary improvements. I am not sure of the link between its various attributes in this advertisement, but it was obviously deemed to be important at that time. It was a hotel that annually would be full with visitors to the sea who were often visiting the area for Goodwood Races. THe advertising in 1912 included the boast that the hotel was 'patronised by the Marchioness of Salisbury and family'. THroughout its history, thousands of people have enjoyed the splendour of this hotel. One summer in the early 1960s, Tony Hancock stayed there while he was filming The Punch and Judy Man. Eventually, times changed and in the early 1990s it was to become an International Apartment Hotel, where it was possible to purchase an apartment on a 125year lease.

Plans have recently been announced to convert this building into flats. Holiday and town guides have always extolled the virtues of the town, one such in 1912 told of the benefits of living here, which included 'the soil, the climate, and the temperature, the general immunity from fogs the pure water supply and the accessibility to London all tend to help in this direction'. THe early guides contained pages and pages of advertisements for hotels and even in the 1970s we could have stayed at the Brendenham House Hotel, Belmont Street, and Lansdowne Hotel, in West Street, to name just a few. Other accommodation available had such names as Taplow Cottage, Merrivale Guest House, Teneriffe Guest House, Twiga and even Davardun. When I lived with my parents in Plymouth, I can remember them opening our terraced house for bed and breakfast guests annually, and we made friends with many of our visitors. Looking at the Bognor Regis guides over the years it is evident that many many people were involved in this holiday trade. One of the guides I viewed from 1964 lists a total of 68 venues in which the visitor could stay. Many of these were private homes, but beside that some of the names remain as locations. Several hotels were, and still are pubs, but without the accommodation. I quickly looked at a 1916 guide and there were just six small premises being promoted.THe benefits of this area have not changed, but we the public have we now travel to far distant places for our holidays. We wish to enjoy constant good weather and have the ability to enjoy worldwide travel, something that has certainly changed over the years.

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NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that an application has been made to the Licensing Authority of Chichester District Council for the variation of a Premises Licence under Section 34 of the Licensing Act 2003. Name of Applicant: Masum Ahmed Postal address of premises: Woodies Wine Bar, 13 St. Pancras, Chichester, West Sussex, PO19 7SJ. Description of application: Reduce the boundary of the premises to 13 St. Pancras only. Extend the current licensed hours for all existing forms of licensable activities. Extend the current opening hours. Amend the wording of condition 9 of Annex 2. A copy of the statutory register may be inspected at the address shown below between the hours of 08:45 to 17:10 Monday to Thursday and 08:45-17:00 Friday or by visiting www.chichester. gov.uk Any Responsible Authority or other person wishing to make representations on this matter must submit those representations in writing to the Licensing Manager, Licensing Team, Housing & Environment Services, Chichester District Council, East Pallant House, 1 East Pallant, Chichester, West Sussex, PO19 1TY or by email to: licensing@chichester.gov.uk by no later than the end of 6th October 2017. Please note that it is an offence knowingly or recklessly to make a false statement in connection with an application and, on summary conviction for the offence, a person is liable to a fine not exceeding level five on the standard scale (currently £5,000).

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Chi ready for derby day clash with PostSport Havant after a ten-try Totts victory CHICHESTER RFC will be looking to make it three bonus point wins out of three as they entertain local rivals Havant at Oaklands Park. THe Blue and Blues have made a successful start to life in London & South East Division One South after suffering relegation heartbreak last term. A winning start at home to Sevenoaks was followed up by a 67-34 triumph over Southampton-based Tottonians last weekend, a win that leaves them second to Medway. Focus now turns to tomorrow's match (3pm) with their close neighbours, a game which even at this early stage of the season could be crucial in deciding who comes out top of the pile in the spring. Roger Gould, the club's spokesman, said: "Chichester must be under no illusions and will want to improve their defence before the big local derby. "THey will play their strong rivals, Havant, who have also won their two opening matches. A large crowd is expected so all Chi supporters are encouraged to get there early." Scott Ashley's side prepared for the crunch derby in style, scoring ten tries in the process against a solid Tottonians side.

It was Chi's first visit in nine seasons to the Hampshire club but they did not let that lack of familiarity affect them, earning another bonus win in a high scoring game. THe Blues were much the better team in the second half when they played exhibition rugby and overwhelmed Totts who were missing some key men. As well as the tries, Chi scored seven conversions and a penalty to four converted tries and two penalties. After a close first half when the score was 2217 to Chi, Ashley's team pushed on the second period. THe standout moment arrived when big prop Phil Veltom broke clear and thundered 40 metres. A pass to Richard Adams and on to Scott Renwick saw him score near the left corner. While Renwick took the plaudits for bagging a hat-trick, other scores came from Ed Hillyer (2), Chris Johnson (2), Charlie Wallace (2) and Ben Robson. Henry Anscombe kicked 17 points. * A late Tom James try sealed a 26-17 victory for Bognor RFC against Overton in their opening match of the Hampshire One season. Fly-half Dave Sweeney was man of the match.

DARTS: More than 50 players took part in the divisional single knockouts of the Bognor Friday Summer Darts season at the Newtown Social Club. In division one, Richard Ragless (Squash Club) made his fifth final in five years to face Nathan Warren (BRSA Wanderers) Warren won the bullseye to go first and started off with two scores of 97. Ragless did better, hitting two tons. It was Warren, though, who eventually took the leg. THe BRSA man started leg two strongly with a ton and a 180. With 62 left he took the double with the last dart, taking the 2017 Division 1 Singles title.

f Chi scored ten tries in the Tottonians win

f The Blue and Blues make another break during a convincing bonus point win over Tottonians

Pets help Tone Zone lead the way home

f Tone Zone's Karen, Viv and Lisa with their dogs

THREE Bognor Regis runners and their pooches well and truly led the way in a fun pet-friendly competition. THe race with a difference at Stanmer Park near Brighton was the first running of the K9 Challenge where runners with two and four legs competed over a distance of 5k. Among those taking part for Bognor Tone Zone runners were Jack Penfold and labrador Milo, who finished in second place. It was almost a victory but Milo had to stop for a toilet break at the start of lap two. Taking things more sedately were Karen, Viv and Lisa, who all looked very smart with their pooches in matching running vests. THey crossed the line hand-in-hand with every dog receiving goodie bags and new dog tags. It was a part of a very busy weekend of races for the Tone Zone Runners. On Sunday morning, a cohort of 26 made the short trip to Littlehampton to take part in the Chestnut Tree House 10k

Sean Power continued his stunning recent form to finish in a personal best time of 39 minutes and 7 seconds to finish first in his under-20 category and 19th out of the 1,262 finishers. Jess THomson and Amy O'Donnell both had equally great races finishing third in their categories. Jess ran a PB of 43:36 and Amy 56:05 in the u20s. Also running their fastest ever times for a 10k were Stan Mack in 47:15 and Zoe Hemes, who only started running in January, in 1hr 1min. THe New Forest Festival of Running near Lyndhurst saw eight club runners take part in either the half or full marathon. In the shorter discipline, Debbie Patching ran her best time of 2 hours flat and Debi Haddleton completed her first half marathon in 2:23. Paul Coe finished his 61st marathon with a time of 4:17 with Tony Holcombe, Charlotte Seaton and Jude Bazeley also completing the full 26 mile distance.

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Division 2 saw 23 players take part with Dave Bourne (Aldwick Legion) facing off against Keith Robinson (Chi Snooker Club) in the final. Bourne started slowly and Robinson took charge, hitting a ton and then bagging the double to take the first leg. THe second leg saw Robinson start with a ton. But Bourne hit back, finishing the leg with 97, 98 and an out-shot of 96 to take it to the last leg. Both players were even all the way in the last leg, but Robinson hit a 140 and a ton to take the lead. Bourne replied with 96, but with three darts and a 76 out-shot on double top, Robinson took the 2017 Division 2 Singles title.

In division three, Graeme Dutton (Royal Oak) and Steve Middleton (Newtown 'C') made it to the final two. Middleton won the bullseye and started the final with a ton. But scores of 81, 95 & 140 from Dutton gave him the lead. He then hit his double, taking the first leg in 17 darts. Again Dutton had the better scores in leg two, and Middleton closed the gap with 81 & 85. But with only 57 left Dutton took the double and the leg, taking the match and the 2017 Division 3 Singles title.

BOWLS: Selsey's Little Spain Bowling Club marked the annual President's Day with a spot of night-time bowling. After a fun-filled day, which included a fabulous afternoon of bowling with club newcomers Chris and Jim Lankshear the Trophy winners, a barbecue followed. Afterwards club president Trevor Palmer arranged some floodlit bowling into the later hours - it was said that some players played better in the dark!

TEN-PIN BOWLING: THe Royal Mail Tigers continue to set the pace in the Chichester-based Industrial Pirates League. THe Tigers went two points clear after a 3-1 win over Banana Splits. THirdplace Odd Bowls go level on points with the Splits after a 4-0 win over Scared Splitless with Graham Taylor (193) and Doug Taylor (199) scoring well.

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Chi City boss hopes week off will kick-start their campaign

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No stopping Bailey's Blues AT THE start of the season Selsey boss Steve Bailey seemed a calm but confident man. For those people who were listening, he said he believed his side based on the tip of the Manhood Peninsula were on the verge of something exciting. Six weeks in to the season and it's easy to see why. His youthful Blues team have started the season in fine form, chalking up a 100 per cent record in SCFL Division One so far. THrow in a couple of cup victories and it's easy to see why the feel-good factor is back at the High Street Ground. In fact, their only defeat so far came in a midweek Peter Bentley cup game against SCFL Premier side Chichester City, a match in which Selsey took the lead before conceding four in six minutes. It is a very tiny blip in a wholly positive campaign so far. With six wins out of six, the Blues are the early pace-setters in the league, sitting two points ahead of Little Common and Wick at the top of the table. Central to Selsey's form has

been a strong defence, which has conceded just twice in the league all season. THrow in the attacking intent of Jake Goulding (nine goals in nine matches), Morgan Forry (five in his past five) and Ryan Morey - and it's clear why the club are doing well. THe Blues were pushed all the way last time out, though, against Billingshurst in the Division One cup. Facing a side who were fourth bottom, perhaps Bailey's team thought they were in for an easy afternoon. But Hurst proved tough opponents taking the lead midway through the first period. It took until five minutes from time for Selsey to level, James Kilhams slotting home after good work down the lefthand side. THen, in extra time, Morey grabbed the winner to send the Blues into the next round. Next up is a trip to Seaford Town tomorrow in the league (3pm) where that 110 per cent record will be on the line. THen it's on to another cup, the RUR charity competition on Tuesday with a visit to Haywards Heath to face fellow Division One side St Francis Rangers (7.30pm).

f Morgan Forry watches on as the Blues equalise

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CHICHESTER CITY boss Miles Rutherford is hoping his side will return from a midseason break having rediscovered some consistency away from Oaklands Park. THe Lillywhites have had a mixed start to the season, proving to be irresistible at their fortress home ground. But while they have won four out of four at Oaklands, scoring 19 in the process, it is away from the city that the SCFL Premier team have suffered. With tomorrow's trip to East Preston (3pm) their first for 11 days, the hope is that Rutherford's team can win on their travels for just the second time this term. Chi go into the match off the back of a 2-2 draw at Crawley Down Gatwick, with striker Scott Jones bagging a late goal to earn a point. THat was his fourth goal in just three halves of football, a sign that last season's top scorer has rediscovered his form after a slow start to the season. Hopes are high that Jones can now form a potentially lethal partnership with former Arundel man Dave Herbert up front and get their away form up and running.

f Chi City's Scott Jones challenges in the air

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PAGHAM'S goal show hits the road as the Nyetimber Lane entertainers seek back-toback victories. THe Lions frontline has been in formidable form all season, netting 26 times in just eight matches - an average of more than three a game. In the SCFL Premier alone, they have scored 17 times, making them the league's top scorers despite playing one match fewer. Pagham showed that fine form in midweek, overcoming nine-man Littlehampton Town 6-1 away from home.

With a trip to Worthing United to come tomorrow (3pm), a betting man would gamble on there being plenty of goals when the Lions' fierce attack takes on the division's worst defence. THat will be followed up by a home tie against SCFL Division One team Seaford Town on Tuesday (7.30pm) in the second round of the RUR Cup. Even after beating a depleted Littlehampton side, hopes will be high that Pagham can make it two wins from two in the coming week. THe victory over the Golds was set up by a

f Pagham return to action tomorrow after a week off

solid first-half showing with Andrew Chick and Callum Overton (2) getting on the scoresheet. In the second period, Overton sealed his hat-trick with Chick getting a second and Scott Murfin netting late on to ensure the hosts were knocked for six. Elsewhere in SCFL Division Two, fourthplace Sidlesham return to league action tomorrow with a spring in their step after an encouraging performance in the FA Vase. Daren Pearce's side put up a strong showing in Surrey against Combined Counties Premier side Knaphill. After pushing the team ranked two divisions higher them all the way, a second half penalty decided the game in the home side's favour. THe Sids will hope to build on that positive showing tomorrow at second-bottom Rottingdean Village (3pm). Meanwhile, Bosham will be looking to kickstart their defence of the league title as they welcome Worthing Town to Walton Lane (3pm). THe Robins drew at Rustington 3-3 last time out when a late Declan Jenkins strike denied them the win after Graeme Dowden, Grant Ardmore and Callum Coker had put them in charge. Bosham, under new manager Gary Lines, have taken just seven points from their first five games and sit eight points behind early pacesetters Jarvis Brook, who the Robins pipped to the title last year.

Chi Ladies ready for Hammers re-match CHICHESTER CITY Ladies will lock horns with the Hammers for the second time in three weeks keen to extend their winning streak to three. After a difficult start to life in the FA Women's Premier League, Matt Wright's side have finally found their stride. A 4-1 victory over West Ham in the League Cup a fortnight ago secured their first victory at this level. THat was followed up with a 5-2 win on the road at Cardiff City Ladies last weekend, a result which gives them momentum heading into a rematch with the East End club on Sunday (2pm) at Oaklands Park. THe victory in south Wales was secured early on by Wright's side. After falling behind after

five minutes, Chi hit back immediately when Jess Lewry pounced on a lose ball in the area. THey went into the lead at the halfway mark of the first period when Charley WilsonBlakely swept a corner into the back of the net. Chi doubled their lead on the half-hour when Jenna Fowlie let fly with her trusty right boot. THey added a fourth moments later when Chloe Tucker hit a free kick from 40 yards. Wilson-Blakely made it five of the best before the half was out as she took full advantage of a back pass to easily dispossess the home side's keeper and slot into the empty net. In the second period, Cardiff did get one back but it was not enough to spoil Chi's party.

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f Jimmy Muitt's strike against Hungerford Town was the Rocks' only goal in five games (Pictures: Tommy McMillan)

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BOGNOR boss Jack Pearce has asked fans for patience as he looks to steer the Rocks out of trouble. Two defeats in the space of four days means that the Nye Camp faithful have gone more than a month since they last witnessed a victory. THat slump in form - a winless streak that now stretches to seven matches - has seen Bognor drop from fifth place in National League South to 18th, two points and two places above the relegation zone. With Weston-Super-Mare, a side just one place above Bognor in the division, visiting Nyewood Lane tomorrow in the second qualifying round of the FA Cup, there is a belief that Bognor could end the streak in front of a home crowd. But, regardless of the result, there will still be a small section of Rocks supporters who will question if Pearce, 68, made the right decision this summer in returning to the dugout after ten years as general manager. Speaking to fans at a supporters club forum last week, the club stalwart was open and honest with the 30 or so fans who filled Seasons about the current situation. He made clear that he would re-assess the situation in six weeks time He said: "No one hurts more than me if things don't work." Pearce's comments came just a day after the

Rocks suffered a fourth defeat in five matches, a 3-0 reverse at Wealdstone. THat was followed up by a 3-1 defeat at Hemel Hempstead on Tuesday, a match in which Bognor had chances but could not find that killer instinct. It is an area where Pearce knows he must strengthen to get better results. Before Tuesday night's trip to Hemel, the Rocks had just scored once in five matches - a Jimmy Muitt strike in the 2-1 loss to Hungerford Town. Muitt doubled that tally in midweek in Hertfordshire. But it was not enough for Bognor to stop the rot. Speaking to the Post, Pearce said: "At this moment I time do not have strong enough squad to stay very competitive when we have injuries. "It may not be what fans want to hear but we unfortunately are not in a hotbed of players. "You just have to look around and see how the clubs around us are performing Worthing, Whitehawk and Gosport are all struggling in their leagues so there clearly is not the talent around locally to bring in goodenough players who can fit into our budget. "You have to remember, too, that Havant two years ago had double our wage bill and they got relegated from this level. My eyes are not closed to that so we will work as hard as can to make sure we attract the right type of player."

Weston marked start of slump WHAT a difference a month makes. Four weeks ago things looked very differently for everyone associated with Bognor Regis Town Football Club. THe Rocks had just beaten Sussex rivals Whitehawk 6-2 at home, a convincing victory which sent fans home with a spring in their step and pushed Bognor into the top five on their return to National League South. With a home match against West-SuperMare in the league to follow on the Saturday, some were even whispering that life at this higher level was going to be comfortable. How wrong they could be. Fast-forward a month and the Rocks have yet to rediscover that winning feeling. Bognor's limited squad began to struggle with injuries as five first team players missed out on a series of games THe league match with Weston marked the start of the slump when the Rocks failed to break down a stubborn Somerset side who sealed a 1-1 draw despite being reduced to ten men. Since then, there have been six matches returning just two goals and one point - an unfamiliar feeling for a side so used to winning. THe hope is a return clash with Weston, this time in the cup, will spark a Rocks resurgance.

f August's clash with Weston is a distant memory

IT'S BEEN a really tough month with injuries bringing the team down to an all-time low. We have been blessed with some spectacular football over the past few years but suddenly the team are struggling after finding themselves looking for their first win since Whitehawk at home on August 15. But I am still supporting the team as I always will and I think everyone just needs to stick behind the club as it has brought us so much joy. We can’t win them all. Despite this form, I thought the Chelmsford City goalless draw showed just how determined we were to get something from that game. Calvin Davies, Doug Tuck and Chad Field, for me, were the stand-out players, with Jimmy Muitt almost stealing a win with our only real chance of the game. THere was relief at the final whistle as we were up against a strong Clarets team. I counted over 15 corners which we had to defend in that game - phew! Mistakes were what cost us the home game next against Hungerford Town. THey were a team out to cause us problems and did so, eventually winning 2-1 but it was all down to personal errors. I won’t name the players as it isn’t fair to do that but at this level the teams will punish you with clinical finishing and so it proved in the end. At Wealdstone it didn’t get much better. Ollie Pearce confirmed to me as I munched on my chips before kick off that he was back in the squad from injury. But it would prove to be another difficult outing for the team. We looked good for the first 30 minutes or so, creating half chances. But we didn’t take those vital opportunities and eventually we were punished. A freak free kick, a solo goal and a free header from a set-

piece was enough to give the Stones the win. Before the Hemel Hempstead Town away game, there was a meet Jack Pearce Q&A at Seasons on Sunday morning. Around 30 supporters turned up. I was there and a few other recognisable faces I see on the away trips but not as many as was first hoped. Jack spoke very honestly and answered everyone’s questions. He has basically said he will review things in about six to seven weeks to see where we are then. Despite this meeting, there are still some supporters who are frustrated by recent results and performances Many fans I have spoken to believe that a new manager with Jack in the background is the best way forward. But, on the other hand, players have come out publicly in defence of Jack who is a legend at the club. Unfortunately, I couldn’t make it to the Hemel game due to being unwell (I was gutted). But at least our goal drought has ended, with Muitt netting the penalty. At half-time, it was all square but in the second half we were outdone by Rowan Liburd and Charlie Sherringham and apparently mistakes were the difference again. Are players worried to make a mistake at Bognor at the moment? What do other fans think? At present, morale is low but things can only improve. It will be interesting to see how we fare tomorrow at home to Weston-Super-Mare again. It’s always nice being back at the Lane. THis time we will be competing in FA Cup action. I will be cheering on the Rocks. And despite recent results, I hope you’ll be there too! UP THE ROCKS

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