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A NEW contract for the disposal of business waste and recycling for Chichester has been approved by cabinet members from Chichester District Council at a meeting held on Tuesday.

THis contract is currently held by West Sussex County Council but is no longer

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THe new contract from September would see 100 per cent diversion from landfill to be achieved through its energy from waste facility, which not only provides a sustainable solution for non-recyclable waste, it also mitigates against annual increases in landfill tax.

THe district council currently operates a business waste and recycling collection

service where the material (general waste, mixed recycling, card/paper) is transported to the transfer station at Westhampnett and disposed of by the county council.

THe disposal charges which are paid, per tonne, to the county totalled £874,925 and accounted for 57 per cent of the total revenue received.

A new disposal contract with a supplier will provide an approximate saving of

£180,000 for the first full year of contract.

Cllr Roger Barrow said: "THis trade waste service does make an important contribution to our income stream. Up to 2016/17 it was providing us with an income in excess of £130,000.

"Unfortunately, the financial viability of this service has been undermined by an increase in the disposal charges that we have to pay."

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BY KELLY WICKHAM kelly.wickham@sussexpost.co.uk A NEW sports project expected to cost around £600,000 has been given a £89,916 boost by Chichester District Council.

Plans to create a sports hub in Selsey were approved at a cabinet meeting on Tuesday with additional funds of £220,000 already secured from Selsey Town Council, the football and cricket club and Covers.

Councillors agreed the release of developer contributions secured for sport and leisure facilities to the Selsey Sports Dream charity for the construction of a multisport pavilion/clubhouse.

In December, 2017, the council received £89,916 from the development of land north west of Park Road in Selsey.

Planning permission was granted for 110 houses and the site provided a financial contribution towards the cost if sport and leisure facilities were planned in the area of the proposed development.

Over the past five years much progress has been made in the development of sport in Selsey with new school and community sports clubs, including adult fitness activity sessions.

Selsey Cricket Club and Selsey Football Club have both been praised for the quality of their facilities and community

involvement.

THe project was identified in the emerging Selsey Neighbourhood Plan as an infrastructure project in the Selsey Community Vision document.

Selsey Sports Dream Proposes to integrate the existing football club building into an integrated single building with a new clubhouse for the cricket club. THis will involve demolishing the changing rooms at the western end of the building along with the WC facilities on the northern side of the building of the existing football club.

A new changing and WC complex will be built at the western end of the building, providing two changing rooms for football and two changing rooms for cricket, plus facilities for officials. THere will also be a new clubroom, committee room, kitchen and storage area.

Cllr Roger Barrow said: "I think it's excellent and sports in Selsey has grown enormously in recent years as a result of the work done by Sports Dream and I endorse this completely."

Cllr John Connor said: “I remember when this was first moved in 2008. I went to the initial meeting where the plan was shown. I looked at it then and thought this is lovely, it would be great if it happened, but I had my doubts.

"I’m absolutely thrilled that finally it’s coming to fruition.”

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BUSINESSES located on industrial estates in Chichester District are being invited to take up free health and safety training sessions offered by the council’s health protection team.

THe sessions are being held to help these businesses consider a range of important health and safety issues such as risk assessments, workplace transport, for example forklift trucks, COSHH (control of substances hazardous to health) assessments, asbestos management, manual handling assessments, and stress management.

THe council has invested more than £6,000 in the training following a request from councillors to organise a series of courses aimed specifically at businesses located on the district’s industrial estates.

Chichester district councillor Eileen Lintill said: “We take health and safety in the district extremely seriously.

"People tend to think that accidents do not happen, or won’t happen to them, but in the past couple of years we have dealt with some extremely serious cases such as someone being run over by a forklift truck and a gas explosion at a pub."

Training sessions are being offered in July and September, with the first courses taking place on July 20.

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BY KELLY WICKHAM kelly.wickham@sussexpost.co.uk FANS OF best-selling author, Louis de Bernières had the chance to hear him read from his latest novel before it hit the stands.

Louis had held a sell-out lunchtime talk on Friday at the Vicars Hall as part of the Festival of Chichester.

THe British novelist, most famous for his fourth novel, Captain Corelli's Mandolin, gave the talk and read passages from his book, The Dust That Falls From Dreams and his newest novel, So Much Life Left Over, released yesterday.

In 1993 Louis de Bernières was selected as one of the "20 Best of Young British

Novelists", part of a promotion in Granta magazine.

His book, Captain Corelli's Mandolin, became a 2001 film starring Nicholas Cage and Penelope Cruz to which Louis said: "Being asked questions about the film is always something I dread because it wasn't actually my work. THey ask your advice and then ignore it.

"I was on the set, but watching the filming is just terribly boring. I just went away and did tourism and then came back in the evening and had fun with the Italian actors who were all acting to stereotype.

"I wasn't all that impressed with the film, for example, there was an unnecessary sex scene in the middle.

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that they don't become lovers until they are very old, so that sex scene spoilt it.

When asked about research of the topics in his book, Louis said: "Research does involve a lot of reading. But I don't feel as though it is completed, unless I actually go there. So, for example, to write about Gallipoli, I spent two weeks on the battlefields."

Louis de Bernières was also asked by a member of the audience to name one of the new puppies in the litter of German Weimaraner gun dogs, the woman had just bred.

He answered: "I have got two German pilots in my novel The Dust That Falls From Dreams. One is called Hans and the other is called Fritzel. I think Fritzel would be a good name."

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Any fluctuation to the disposal charges significantly impacts the financial return to the council and at the end of 2017, county council confirmed charges for general waste would increase 12 per cent by 2020.

Based on current waste tonnages collected, disposal charges could be in excess of £1,030,000 by 2020. THis would leave the service £128,000 in deficit.

Cllr Barrow continued: "THis means that by 2020 that £130,000 of profit is likely to be a very substantial loss.

"We are the only authority that are using the county council for the disposal of trade waste and it has been necessary for our officers to consider how we might offset this disposal cost.

"As we are not legally bound to use the county council, they have gone out for tender to look at other options.

"Quite extraordinarily, they have managed to find a contractor who can make a very significant difference, offering much cheaper disposal charges which can actually return us to the sort of profit we have been making before.

"THis new contractor will not be

disposing of any of this waste through landfill, it all goes to producing energy through a company near Heathrow.

"THis does look like a very good deal for us.

"One of the issues we have with business waste is the number of contaminations. THey are not all as efficient as our residents are at ensuring the recycling is separated.

"I think the important thing is that all the waste we send to this new company does not go to landfill. It saves us money in landfill tax and it goes towards producing new energy."

Cllr Eileen Lintill said: "It seems like a really good deal. THe contractor I understand is reasonably local.

Cllr John Connor said: "I am delighted we have found a way to resolve these problems. It has always been something at the back of minds that one of these days we were going to run into this problem.

"It's great to see that an excellent solution has been found and that the contractor will be converting this waste into energy using the latest technology.

"My only problem would be the emissions but I am delighted that it's not gone that way."

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` Fatal collision A MOTORCYCLIST died following a collision with two cars on the A286 main road at Birdham, near Chichester, at 12.30pm on Sunday, July 1.

A 56-year-old man from Worthing, riding a BMW motorbike, was in collision with a Jaguar travelling in the same direction, close to the road's junction with Walwyn Close, Birdham, before a secondary collision with a Mercedes-Benz A180 car travelling in the opposite direction.

He was flown by air ambulance to Southampton General Hospital but died later.

Neither the Jaguar driver, a 28-yearold man from East Grinstead, or his passenger, a 26-year-old woman from the same town, were hurt.

Nor were the other car driver and his passenger, a man and a woman, both aged 30, from Chigwell, Essex.

THe crash caused significant traffic delays and the A286 was closed for four hours while the incident was dealt with.

Sergeant Alan Spicer, of the Sussex Police serious collisions investigation unit, said: "We are grateful to those drivers whose journeys were delayed or disrupted for their patience and understanding.

"We are keen to speak to anyone who may have seen what happened in relation to this collision, who saw any of the vehicles involved shortly beforehand or who may have relevant dash-camera footage."

THey can contact police online or by phoning 101, quoting Operation Hildon.

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Boost for fishing industry at Selsey A PROJECT to raise the profile of Selsey's fishing industry has received £35,800 from a Heritage Lottery Fund grant.

Selsey Town Council successfully bid for the money for its Sea’s THe Day project with support from the Selsey fishery, Chichester District Council and the Manhood Peninsula Partnership to help secure the grant.

Sea’s THe Day aims to create a permanent record of the local fishing industry by recording the fascinating stories and memories of fishermen and their families, and using them to create a short film and accompanying book. THe daily working lives of local fishermen will also be captured in a series of photographs.

People will be encouraged to eat local fish thanks to a series of special recipe cards which will be produced using local crab and lobster recipes.

THe project will then culminate in a special exhibition at THe Novium

Museum in Chichester next year. West Sussex Record Office has kindly agreed to curate the exhibition and will then look after all the information gathered for the project.

Mike Beal, chairman of Selsey Town Council, said: “We are extremely grateful to National Lottery players for this significant grant – we can’t wait for this project to get underway.

“THe story of fishing in Selsey is one that hasn’t been told before, and so by documenting the lives and memories of local fishermen we hope to rekindle people’s knowledge about it."

Cllr John Connor, cabinet member for environment at Chichester District Council added: “Receiving this Heritage Lottery funding will make such a difference to how people view fishing in the area. Fishing is so important to the economy of Selsey and the surrounding area, so we are really glad to be supporting this exciting project."

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Museum set for lift-off after manager told to start again COUNCILLORS at a cabinet meeting on Tuesday decided that the services of THe Novium Museum will continue to be run by Chichester District Council.

THe museum and tourist information service cost the council £555,160 to operate in 2017/18. THe initial target was to identify revenue savings for the service of £200,000 per annum.

A report was carried out for the museum, in Tower Street, which identified several options for the museum.

THe approved option was for the running of the museum to remain

in-house and a business plan to be produced, looking at ways to generate income and reduce expenditure.

Council leader, Cllr Tony Dignum, said to current museum manager, Stephanie THorndyke: “We hope you will come up with some innovative ideas.

“We don’t want to be hamstrung by decisions made years ago that proved not to be the best in terms of displays and use of the space and facilities, and to come back with a bang.

“I think we’ve got to be prepared to put revenue and capital into it to get it pointing the right way for the future.”

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BY KELLY WICKHAM kelly.wickham@sussexpost.co.uk THE FINAL bolt was screwed into place on Tuesday to complete the steel frame of the new St Wilfrid's Hospice building.

VIP guests gathered at the site of the new hospice in Bosham to celebrate a landmark moment in the construction of its new modern hospice.

Capital campaign co-ordinator, Chloe Neilson Hopkins, placed the final bolt in place in front of guests at the topping out ceremony.

THe Deputy Lord Lieutenant and patron of the hospice, Denise Patterson, officially opened proceedings, taking time to reflect on the care and support over 17,000 patients and their families had received since St Wilfrid’s opened in 1987. She also took a moment to congratulate the hospice trustees for their vision and courage in bringing their ambition to fruition.

Trustees chairman Angela Wormald said: “We are so grateful to all our wonderful supporters whose generosity has got us this far. We give thanks to the local community in Bosham for their warm welcome and to our contractors Kier, and our project managers, Baqus, for their excellent work and dedication to our new hospice.

"From the hospice founders to every patient we have had the privilege to care for - they have all inspired us to continue to deliver great care and support.”

THe hospice was delighted to be joined

by Kevin and Lisa Byrne, whose family foundation has pledged £300,000 to the project. Kevin and his family have challenged the community to match this pound for pound.

THe new hospice will be 50 per cent bigger than the Grosvenor Road location and have 18 fully en-suite rooms each with a garden view and a shower - allowing for assisted washing and care even for wheelchair-bound patients.

THe rooms will also be much larger (278 sq. foot), allowing nurses to provide better care and enabling family and friends to make the most of every moment with their loved one, staying over if they wish.

Mayor, Cllr Martyn Bell, said: "I am delighted with the progress that has been made. THis is a marvellous location which is highly sustainable with the bus routes and train station so close.

"I am really impressed with the progress here and look forward to seeing it."

Suzy O'Callaghan, director of nursing said: "It is an exciting project. It is future proofing and looking ahead to the next 30 years. THe old site restricts what we can provide for patients and this now gives us the ability to grow and provide the good quality care we are recognised for."

St Wilfrid’s Hospice has £1.7m left to raise, but only nine months in which to do it – so St Wilfrid's is calling on everyone’s help to get there. To pledge your support visit: dreambuilding.org.uk

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` Beach clean-up CHICHESTER District Council is urging people to do their bit for the environment and join in a Big Beach Clean-up in Selsey tomorrow to help reduce the amount of litter along the coast.

THis is one of many initiatives that are taking place across the district supporting the council’s Against Litter campaign.

Volunteers will meet Neil Hill, the council’s community warden for Selsey, at East Beach car park at 10.30am, for a health and safety briefing.

People are advised to bring refreshments with them and to wear sensible clothing and footwear. All equipment, including gloves, litter pickers, high visibility vests and bags, will be provided.

For more information, people can contact Neil Hill by calling 07768 206974 or by email at nhill@ chichester.gov.uk

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PROPERTIES were broken into last week including a home in Fordwater Lane, Chichester, on Tuesday, June 19. Police received a report of a burglary where jewellery was found to be missing.

In Lower Road, East Lavant, the following day, an outbuilding was broken into and family heirloom stolen.

Also on the Wednesday, a property in Whyke Road, Chichester was broken into and personal possessions were reported to have been taken.

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St Wilfrid’s very own Treasure Island will offer something for all ages, with a treasure hunt, face painting, talk like a pirate lessons, hook a shark, coconut shy, selfie cabin, and tropical refreshments already confirmed.

Everyone is encouraged to dress up as pirates with prizes on offer for the best fancy dress.

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BY KELLY WICKHAM kelly.wickham@sussexpost.co.uk THOSE attending a popular beach cafe will notice a difference in the use of plastics.

Long before the Government announced earlier this year plans to eliminate all avoidable plastic waste by 2042, Billy’s on the Beach at Bracklesham Bay had started its own war on single-use plastics.

Since last autumn, the award-winning café has been using paper instead of plastic straws and has rolled out a number of eco-friendly initiatives encouraging customers to think about safeguarding the beach and marine life.

THe latest green step forward is special bespoke recycling units, installed outside the café, to collect Billy’s empty hot drink cups.

Brett Dyson, manager and co-owner of Billy's, said: “We want to make it as easy as possible for people to recycle these cups so with these containers right outside our front door, there is no excuse for leaving them on the beach.

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THe amount of rubbish washed up on UK beaches is continuing to increase, rising by ten per cent in 2017, according to the annual beach clean report by the Marine Conservation Society (MCS). THe south-east coast has the highest amount of litter, with 1,092 items per 100 metres of beach, a rise of 45per cent on the previous year. According to the MCS, plastic straws are among the top 10 items found in beach clean-ups.

During the summer, Billy’s on the Beach gets through around 4,000 straws - but these will all now be paper.

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Week of action to tackle bad driving on roads in Westgate A WEEK of action to challenge inconsiderate and dangerous driving is being held next week by residents of Westgate in Chichester.

THe Westgate Residents Association (W.G.R.A.) announced the plans to help tackle the careless driving through their community, as well as other forms of antisocial behaviour on the street.

W.G.R.A. chairman, Richard Brownfield said: “We are a very closeknit community who love living, working or going to school in our part of this beautiful city. We are all upset when any of the residents, especially the very young or elderly, are badly affected by dangerously fast driving, people taking antisocial shortcuts to the A27, cycling on pavements, ‘knock and runs’ and so on.

"THat’s why we have decided to pull together to try and raise awareness of the impact this kind of behaviour can have.”

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throughout the week to raise awareness of the campaign, and attending to the communal flowerbeds, activities during Westgate Week will include the putting up of posters which build on the national ‘20’s Plenty For Us’ campaign and encourage visitors to remember that there is a community on the road who are directly affected by their behaviour.

Drivers will be encouraged to either slow down, or avoid erroneously thinking of Westgate as a shortcut.

Antisocial driving will also be reported by the group to Sussex Police’s ‘Operation Crackdown’ website.

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Visitors to library go on a journey to catch a big bear

` Universal credit WORKING age housing benefit claimants in Chichester District saw the Government’s roll-out of the new universal credit system this week.

THe new system was launched in most of the district on Wednesday.

Some of the district’s postcodes which are covered by Guildford will go live with the system much later, in October.

Universal credit replaces the following means-tested benefits and tax credits for working age people: income support, incomebased job seekers' allowance, income-related employment and support allowance, housing benefit, child tax credit and working tax credit.

THe new arrangements will mean most people who are of working age and need to make a new claim for any of the above benefits – including the council’s housing benefit – and need to claim universal credit instead.

THere are some exceptions, for example, large families, people who are in supported/exempt accommodation or temporary accommodation.

Universal credit is administered by the Department for Work and Pensions and claimants will receive a single payment rather than having to make separate claims for each different benefit.

THe council is offering some assisted digital support to help people and claimants. THey will need to book an appointment for this service. People can find more information about universal credit at: gov.uk/universal-credit

BY KELLY WICKHAM kelly.wickham@sussexpost.co.uk A TALE of humour and sadness was told through brilliant acting on Saturday at the city's library in Tower Street.

Visitors welcomed to the stage, Steve Wallace and Liz Lawrence, a married couple facing old age in Bear Hunt.

THe 20 minute play is about Robert, who has been looking forward to his retirement, but things aren't going as planned. He can't find the spare batteries, he can't change the weird light bulb and there is something very, very wrong with his wife.

Saturday's performance by THe Chichester Community THeatre was the third of five shows, with free admission, performed exclusively for THe Festival of Chichester.

Directed by Roger Redfarn, who has worked in professional theatre for over 50 years, including six years as associate director of the Belgrade THeatre in Coventry and ten years as artistic director at the THeatre Royal in Plymouth.

THe Chichester Community THeatre was formed in 2014 by Roger and a group of enthusiastic local business people.

From its original concept, the company is growing way beyond the aspirations of its founders.

THe group welcome semi-professional and ex-professional people, stage

management, costume makers, marketing, front of house – in fact anyone from six years to 70+ years who would like to join.

Roger said: "If I say what the play is about, it will give it all away! It's about a couple and it's about something that every couple, at some point, faces.

"THe play does give you a great deal of food for thought. You have to face up to something which is what the play is about. On the last performance, immediately after there will be an actor/ audience discussion with the whole creative team.

"People have come back to see the play again which has been really lovely."

Lucy Flannery wrote the play and has written for the stage, television and radio in the past. She said: "THe actual writing of the play took about a week. I thought about it a long time before hand. THat's where the real work is, the thinking.

"It was commissioned for the Festival of Chichester. We were quite keen to hear some older people's stories as well.

Sometimes you see younger people singing, especially women, so it's nice to have an older woman on the centre stage for a change."

THe next shows are on Saturday at 12pm at the Chichester Library and Saturday, July 14, at 11am in the Studio at the New Park Centre. Admission is free and no advance booking or ticket is required.

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` World Cup property AS THE World Cup enters its latter stages, I thought I’d take a look at who would win the international competition when it came to house prices.

THe reigning football World Champions, Germany, crashed out at the group stage, but their property market certainly isn’t crashing. A recent Knight Frank study of 150 cities around the world showed prices in Berlin were the highest rising in the world; increasing 21 per cent last year. THe German cities of Hamburg, Munich and Frankfurt all experienced price growth of between 13 per cent and 15 per cent, too.

It’s interesting to note, though, that these rises were due to their relative affordability compared to other higher priced cities. One good tool to work out the affordability of an area is to compare house prices to local salaries. Prices in Berlin may have increased by 21 per cent last year, but with their affordability ratio now sitting at 10.4 times earnings, it still has room to grow when compared with the other economic powerhouse cities of Hong Kong (45.6x), London (20.6x) and New York (14.9x).

Referring back to the 32 nations that made it to this summer’s World Cup, the cheapest country to purchase a property is Saudi Arabia, where locals need just 2.7 times their annual income to buy a home of their own.

On the other end of the scale (and by some margin) is the most expensive place to buy in the world - Senegal.

Foreign investment by regional elites who consider it a relative safe haven in turbulent West Africa has meant that the average Senegalese will need 286.8 times their income to buy a home.

It may surprise you to hear that in England, where we commonly complain about out-of-reach property prices, homes are actually far more affordable than most countries around the world (8.9 times income). In fact, much of Europe is generally in the ‘cheaper than average’ category, whereas the South American and African nations tend to be the least affordable.

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BY KELLY WICKHAM kelly.wickham@sussexpost.co.uk HUGE pressures face Chichester Harbour with the threat of a new development and infrastructure.

THe chairman and trustees of the Chichester Harbour Trust hosted an evening fundraising reception on THursday last week at Bosham Sailing Club.

Trust chairman John Nelson, with a backdrop of the picturesque Bosham Channel, warned of increasingly serious challenges facing Chichester Harbour Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

Over 150 supporters of the trust attended the event, including the Lord Lieutenant of West Sussex. Susan Pyper, Lord Lieutenant of Hampshire, Nigel Atkinson, Gillian Keegan MP, and Louise Goldsmith, leader of West Sussex County Council.

Mr Nelson outlined the immense pressure on the harbour, particularly

from development and new infrastructure. He cited as an example the threat of new housing development on the water’s edge at Chidham.

He said: “Never has the role of the Chichester Harbour Trust been more important in preserving the beauty, the setting, the environment, the wildlife and the scope for recreational activity.”

He reminded the audience of the immense contribution the harbour makes to the local and regional economy; “A major factor in that contribution is the beauty and setting of the harbour”.

THe trust intends to reinforce its efforts to acquire sensitive sites around the harbour. To that end, the registered charity will be increasing its fundraising activity over the next few years.

Mr Nelson concluded by saying he was very conscious of the huge support the trust has enjoyed from communities around the harbour.

He said: “We look forward to working ever more closely with the community on our mission.”

Community pub seeks help OVER £100,000 needs to be raised in order for the community to purchase THe Crown pub in Whyke Road, Chichester.

THe Crown Inn Community Pub Hub Limited was registered on June 12 as a community benefit society. THe next step is to establish whether or not the community will be able to raise the funds needed to submit a bid to buy the building.

THe group expects most of the funds will come from investors willing to invest significant amounts (possibly because of the available tax relief) and from organisations such as THe Plunkett Foundation, which will match amounts raised from the community up to certain limits.

However, it is expected that at least £100,000 will need to be raised by those who support this initiative.

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Cllr Sarah Sharp from Chichester City Council said: "We already have considerable pledges, so have made a good start towards our target. I would like to thank all members of our steering team for all the help they have provided so far.

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` Selsey Festival SELSEY Festival is returning in August, 2018, with a huge programme of events including, art exhibitions, pop-up heritage centre and guided snorkel tours, music performances, sporting activities and interesting talks.

Selsey Festival is provided by Selsey Town Council. Town clerk Becky White said: “THe way Festival is set up, providing insurance and marketing support, enables groups to bring events and activities to the community when they might not otherwise be able to afford to do so.

"THis means that Selsey’s residents and visitors can enjoy all the diverse range of talent and creativity on offer in the town.”

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` Wellbeing workshops NEW workshops will help people improve their balance and prevent falls THe Chichester Wellbeing team is running a new programme of WellBalanced workshops to help residents aged 65 and over to prevent falls by improving their balance.

THe three-hour workshops are free to attend. Each session starts with a group discussion about the risks of falling and how to avoid them, and the importance of exercise to maintain strength and balance.

Residents can find out more and book a place by calling 01243 521041 or by emailing: info@ chichesterwellbeing.org.uk

Friday, July 6, 2018

Rural Housing Week shines a light on community homes

BY KELLY WICKHAM kelly.wickham@sussexpost.co.uk A WEEK highlighting housing within the rural areas has been held to promote affordable housing and help people who wish to stay in their community.

Schemes are being looked at as part of national Rural Housing Week, which ended today, and aims to shine a light on housing issues in rural communities across the country.

A total of 11 groups met for a special forum on Monday and discussed the different projects happening in areas including Compton, Marden, Stoughton, Midhurst, Chichester, East Dean, Singleton and West Wittering.

As well as being a good networking opportunity, the event included progress updates from each group, a question and answer session with an expert on community-led housing schemes, governance issues and funding updates.

Cllr Jane Kilby, cabinet member for housing at Chichester District Council, said: “Since we applied for funding from the government, we have been really encouraged by the number of groups that have come forward with ideas for schemes in their areas and I am pleased that so much progress is being made.

"THe government funding provides, enables and helps parishes and organisations to provide small schemes

of affordable housing within their areas.

It is not prescriptive on the type of housing.

"THe 11 parishes and organisations are actively working on planning on how they can provide this type of accommodation within their area.

"THe uptake has been extremely good.

THere is total commitment to provide this by a number of parishes. As schemes are progressing it is encouraging others to come forward. From the workshops we had on Monday, we were able to

ascertain what sort of areas we can facilities these organisations. Different parishes have different areas which they need the help with, which we are providing. We have a dedicated officer in post to deal solely with the community land trust.

"THis is not a quick fix, it takes time.

We are working extremely hard to make this a scheme which works. It's very important for younger and older people who have been brought up in a community to remain in the community.

"THere are some really exciting projects in the pipeline and our housing team is continuing to build its expertise in this area.

"THere is a real need to address affordable housing needs and these sorts of very local schemes can really help smaller communities where there are issues specific to that area."

People interested in setting up a community-led scheme in their area can find out more information by visiting: chichester.gov.uk/communityledhousing

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Business hub due to open in few months SOME 150 businesses will be supported at any time by a new commercial centre in Bognor Regis.

The town's creative digital hub is set to open later this year in two former waiting rooms at the railway station.

The spaces at the Grade-II listed Edwardian building are being transformed into shared flexible workspaces where emerging creative and digital businesses can thrive.

It will provide a creative place totalling 360sq m where start-ups and freelances can work side-by-side, share facilities, network with each other and have access to training and support.

Bognor Regis and Littlehampton MP Nick Gibb was invited to visit the site by West Sussex County Council leader Cllr Louise Goldsmith, to look at plans for the design of the hub's interior. He said he was hugely supportive of the project.

"The hub will be a brilliant boost for Bognor Regis, giving small business and self-employed people a space to work together, hold meetings and bring together the business community in the area," he said.

Cllr Goldsmith said: "It's so important that the key people got together at this crucial stage in the project.

"We had a really lively discussion about

the positive impact the hub will have on Bognor Regis and the local economy, and it was fantastic to see the plans for the interior coming to life."

The hub's creation is being led by the county council, which has appointed Hemingway Design for the interior and Town Square Spaces, jointly owned by Gareth Jones, as its operator.

Mr Gibb has also given his backing to the latest summer reading campaign based on the Beano comic.

The Mischief Makers challenge celebrates the 80th anniversary of the comic.

Children who go to Bognor Regis and Willowhale libraries from July 14 will be given a colourful collector's map of Beanotown to keep a record of their reading journey.

They will collect stickers as they get through at least six library books over the summer to help famous characters Dennis, Gnasher and friends find the buried treasure.

Mr Gibb said the challenge was free, inclusive and made reading fun.

"Last year, 15,214 children took part. I hope we can increase that number this year and remind local libraries what a valuable asset they are to us and our community," he said.

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A TEAM of seven walkers is set to arrive at Bognor Regis this weekend.

The trekkers are due to reach the town's pier in the early afternoon on Sunday after they have followed the Bryson Lane route.

Named after author Bill Bryson, the route stretches 569 miles from Cape Wrath and is the shortest distance across Britain without having to cross any water.

The path was identified by Mr Bryson in a 2015 book and the walkers - six fellow Americans and one Briton - were inspired to walk a route based on it to raise £100,000 for five charities.

They were making good progress earlier this week as their month on a variety of walks and trails comes to an end.

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RESIDENTS who enjoy the West Sussex countryside in the summer have been urged to protect themselves against tick bites.

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Cllr Amanda Jupp, West Sussex County Council's cabinet member for adults and health, said: "You can prevent tick bites by walking on clearly defined paths, using insect repellant and making regular tick checks."

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Benefit move is welcomed GOVERNMENT minister Alok Sharma has heralded the extension of universal credit in the Post area.

The benefit began to apply to thousands of claimants around Bognor Regis and Chichester from Wednesday.

Alok Sharma, the minister for employment, said it was revolutionising welfare by making work pay.

“Universal credit is central to our commitment to help families improve their lives by moving into work,” he said.

“We know it’s working – with universal credit people are moving into work faster and staying longer than under the old system. And now we are rolling it out to wider range of people in a safe and controlled way.

“From today, more people, including families and disabled people, can claim universal credit and access the extra help it provides.”

Universal credit is now supporting all claimant types, including people with disabilities, families and low earners, as well as jobseekers.

Families who receive the benefit and who move into work can now claim back up to 85 per cent of their eligible childcare costs to potentially boost their finances by more than £13,000 a year.

The aim of universal credit is to simplify the benefits system and also help those who are in work to increase their hours and earnings.

It replaces six benefits with one monthly payment and has been claimed for

several months in the Bognor Regis and Chichester areas by single jobseekers.

Anyone who would have made a claim to income-based jobseeker’s allowance, employment and support allowance, income support, working and child tax credit and housing benefit will claim universal credit instead.

In answer to criticisms, the government improved universal credit to make it easier for people to move on to universal credit.

Karen Brooks, the Jobcentre Plus relationship manager for Bognor Regis and Chichester, said: “Universal credit offers tailored support, which includes more personalised help from a work coach. The new system is also more flexible, which means people can take on short-term work to develop their skills and build up their experience.

“Our staff are trained to support people throughout the claim process. We’d encourage anyone who needs extra help or information to come and talk to their work coach.”

Those on universal credit have 24-hour access to an online account they can use to manage their claim. The benefit decreases gradually as claimants earn more when they are in work and working families can receive up to 85 per cent of their eligible childcare costs.

As reported, Arun and Chichester Citizens Advice has urged claimants to seek help if they have any difficulties with universal credit.

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School is still on schedule PLANS to keep a school in North Bersted open are only a back-up, its head has said.

A planning application has been submitted to enable Chichester Free School to continue to use the former Bartons County Infant School site until next July.

But the free school's acting principal, Jenny Clough, has told parents and carers the intended move into the converted Carmelite Convent is still set to go ahead this September.

"The building works at the permanent site are progressing extremely well and the road and footpath works are moving along at a great pace as witnessed by many members of staff who visited the

site this week.

"We are on schedule to move the whole school into the convent for September."

The application had prompted talk on social media. But she said: "As with all businesses, we have to have contingency planning should an unforeseen event happen.

"This application is a prudent move as an emergency back up only. All our plans are focussed on moving both primary and secondary schools to the convent in September."

As reported, the free school revived education on the former infant school in Romney Broadwalk last September after it had been vacant for several years. The

permission to occupy the site expires this summer and the Education and Skills Funding Agency put in the latest proposal to Arun District Council on the school's behalf. The number of pupils will increase from 390 to 420.

The application, which is dated last May 31, says that 'it may not be feasible for all pupils to move for the start of the 201/19 academic year.

"As such, it is proposed that the primary school may need to continue to operate at its existing temporary site at the former Bartons County Infant School until the start of the following school year (September, 2019)." But it also makes clear the school could move earlier.

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Prizes for winning children ARTISTIC children from around Bognor Regis have chalked up successes with their outdoor drawings.

They were the best among the some 30 entries who took part in Bognor Regis Town Council's first Chalk Challenge.

The children were given sticks of chalk and asked to create a drawing in support of the council's Playing Out campaign as part of a national initiative to enable children to be able to play outdoors by closing the roads outside their homes for a short time.

Winners were presented with their prizes, certificates and rosettes by the town's mayor, Cllr Stephen Reynolds, in the town hall on Monday.

They included eight-year-old Caitlin Woods.

She said: "I drew a pink football pitch because I thought it would be fun. I drew it outside my house and I would like to play outside."

Another winner, Zara Horn, six, drew a

family portrait about 50cms x 50cms. She said: "I drew a picture of my family, including our cat, Casper, on the patio at the front of our house."

Town council projects officer Sheila Hodgson said: "The judges had a tough job choosing the best entries.

"I hope the competition prompts some parents to organise a Playing Out session in their roads. The town council will help them as much as we can with the organisation.

"All it will take is a couple of hours of their time. It is a successful idea around the country and can be here as well."

Prizes, certificates and rosettes were presented by Cllr Reynolds to: Lily Peter and Roxy Winter, Daniel Richards, Tommy Morgan, Oliver Cumptsey, Grace Cumptsey, Perdy Vigar, Aurelia West, Frankie-James Andrews, Laura Dudek, Zara Horn, Subaita Ahamed and Caitlin Woods.

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` Food hygiene ONE IN five West Sussex restaurants and takeaways have a hygiene rating of adequate or lower.

West Sussex trading standards and environmental health officers are encouraging the businesses to take part in a workshop to help them to improve their ratings. The ratings from 1-5 are usually put on show by food businesses to demonstrate their level of hygiene as part of a national scheme to help residents choose where to eat or shop for food.

A county council spokesman said: "We believe that with the right support and encouragement we can help our lower scoring food businesses make the necessary changes to improve their food hygiene ratings."

The workshop will take place from 10am-1pm next Monday at County Hall, Chichester. Places cost £35, plus VAT, a person at: westsussexcpd.co.uk The council is also staging a poll to find out how important people consider the hygiene ratings. Views can be given at: haveyoursay.westsussex.gov.uk

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f Town mayor Cllr Stephen Reynolds with many of the winners

f Cllr Stephen Reynolds with Aurelia West

SOUTHDOWNS Concert Band presents A String of Pearls concert to celebrate its 30 years of musical entertainment.

The concert takes place at 7.30pm next Friday at Boxgrove Priory and includes works from 633 Squadron, Crown Imperial, Strauss Horn Ensemble and Les Miserables. Tickets are £10 adults and under-16s free from the Festival of Chichester Box Office.

The band was formed in early 1988

by Geoff Lewis. Its first conductor was David Moore. Initial rehearsals were held at Shoreham but now take place at Arundel C of E School.

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THE MEETING A new play by Charlotte Jones Natalie Abrahami directs this powerful new play, an exploration of the timeless challenges of bringing the truth to light.

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City's ghost written book with a difference f Irwin Mitchell employees have backed making arts available

Project makes arts accessible NATIONAL law firm Irwin Mitchell Private Wealth's Chichester office has teamed up with Chichester Festival Theatre to support its campaign to help everyone enjoy live art.

The Ageless campaign intends to raise awareness and funds for the work the theatre does in its surrounding community to help bring the arts to everyone, particularly older people who are at risk of isolation.

During Ageless Week, the theatre held a special programme of free dementia and family-friendly events to highlight the important work and to bring people together.

Various colleagues at Irwin Mitchell attended. They included the regional manager, Paula James.

MORE ghost stories about Chichester have been put into print by author Julia Macfarlane and her fellow writers.

They have produced the second edition of their best-selling book, Chichester Ghost Tour - A Self-Guided Walk, after the success of last year's initial version.

Julia said: "It was a case of having to.

Not only have shop names changed but new ghost stories have been revealed as a consequence of the first book being published. Chichester is a surprisingly spooky city."

Her favourite new ghost stories come

Ms James said: "I am delighted the office is involved with such a worthy cause. Chichester Festival Theatre's Ageless campaign is very closely aligned with our values as a firm and we were more than happy to support the campaign.

"It is incredibly important to shine a light on the problems older members of the community can face. Events like these can help to break down barriers between the older and younger generations."

Irwin Mitchell's Chichester office is heavily involved with the community.

Its chosen charity of the year for two years running has been Dementia Support and regularly takes part in events for the community.

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from Italian restaurant Prezzo's, formerly The White Swan pub. Even now, a family of ghosts is said to haunt the South Street premises. But other buildings in the city centre are also still experiencing paranormal activity.

The book is being launched tomorrow with a guided tour as part of the Festival of Chichester. Julia will lead the tour, with her fellow published writer, Helen Christmas. The tour was a great success in 2017 and has been repeated several times for private groups.

"We try to mix humour with horror

and it's a great way to learn a little more about Chichester's history."

The tour starts at 6.30pm at Hennings Wine Shop in North Street. Tickets cost ÂŁ10 each. They can be bought from the Novium Museum or online at: thenovium. org/article/28578/Festival-of-Chichester The book is a tongue-in-cheek guide to Chichester's hair-raising goings on.

It will be available online from Amazon from tomorrow and in book shops in the area soon after. It has been produced with Bognor Regis Write Club and the CHINDI group of independent authors.

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THE Bookshop’s heroine is Florence Green (Emily Mortimer), a war widow who opens a bookshop in a 1950s Suffolk seaside town and stirs up the staid lives of the locals. Florence's enterprise brings her in direct conflict with Violet (Patricia Clarkson), a socialite who has designs on the property. When Florence stocks Vladimir Nabokov's controversial Lolita, will anyone back her? Under the veneer of gentility beats a subversive heart. Also starring Bill Nighy.

THe power of cinema provides us with a different perspective as seen in A Ciambra, a raw, realityinspired coming-of-age crime drama which gives a voice to a community rarely depicted in film. We follow Pio (Pio Amato), an obstinate 14-year-old, whose family sells scrap metal and stolen car parts to the local mafia. Desperate to grow up faster than his body allows, he is the centre of this story of a Romani family in southern Italy. Prepare to lose your heart to Pio. More heart-rending stuff is found in THe Boy Downstairs, a low-key, charming story featuring Diana (Zosia Mamet), a 20-something wannabe writer who moves to New York City after a break-up with her boyfriend Ben (Matthew Shear).

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documentary following riders in the Mongol Derby, the hardest 1000 km horse race in the world across Mongolia. Competitors switch unknown horses at every horse station during the gruelling ride. Who survives intact?

You’ll need calming down after this canter, THe Paths of the Soul just the antidote as ordinary Tibetan citizens undertake an extraordinary 1,200-mile pilgrimage to Lhasa, this act of Buddhist devotion asking all to prostrate themselves every few yards.

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McQueen is a haunting story of Alexander McQueen, an extravagant talent with restless creative energy and private sorrow. THis excellent documentary delivers an emotionally wrenching experience that paints a fully dimensional portrait of a complex artist.

Don’t miss either An American in Paris from London’s theatreland with music by George and Ira Gershwin and with over 50 dancers in the Tony-Award-winning Broadway production (July 10).

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LISTINGS: Fri 6 July 13:15 The Bookshop (PG) 113m 15:45 The Boy Downstairs (12A) 91m 18:00 The Bookshop 20:30 The Ciambra (15) 118m Sat 7 July 13:15 The Bookshop 15:45 All the Wild Horses (15) 90m 18:00 The Bookshop 20:45 McQueen (15) 101m Sun 8 July 13:00 The Bookshop 15:30 The Ciambra 18:15 The Bookshop 20:45 The Boy Downstairs Mon 9 July 12:30 The Bookshop (Subtitles for Hard of Hearing) 15:00 Paths of the Soul (PG) 115m + Intro (Spiritual Cinema with Canon Dr Anthony Cane) 17:45 The Bookshop 20:15 The Boy Downstairs Tue 10 July 12:30 The Bookshop 15:00 All the Wild Horses 17:15 The Bookshop 19:45 An American in Paris (Dominion Theatre) 150m inc interval Wed 11 July 13:15 The Bookshop 15:45 McQueen 18:00 The Ciambra 20:30 The Bookshop Thu 12 July 13:00 The Ciambra 15:45 The Bookshop 18:15 All the Wild Horses 20:30 The Bookshop

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EXHIBITIONS ONE SMALL STEP FOR MAJOR TIM – A GIANT LEAP TOWARDS MARS Wed, July 25, 3.30pm - 4.30pm Ticket price: £7 for adults, or £5 for children under 16 Address: Kingsham Farm, Kingsham Road, Chichester PO19 8AE www.visitchichester.org/event/onesmall-step-major-tim-giant-leaptowards-mars CASS PRESENTS: OLAF BREUNING until Sun, September 2 Ticket price: Free with general entry Address: Cass Sculpture Foundation, New Barn Hill, Goodwood PO18 0QP Tel: 01243 538 449 Email: info@sculpture.org.uk www.sculpture.org.uk PHOTOGRAPHS BY DOROTHY BOHM until Sun, September 2, at 5pm Admission price: free Address: 9 North Pallant, Chichester PO19 1TJ Tel: 01243 774557 www.pallant.org.uk ELIZABETH I LIVE: A WOMAN AHEAD OF HER TIME until Mon, December 31 Ticket price: free with general entry Address: Petworth House, Petworth, GU28 0AE Tel: 01798342207 Email: petworth@nationaltrust.org.uk www.nationaltrust.org.uk

FAMILY FUN TEWKSBURY MEDIEVAL FESTIVAL Sat, July 14, 11am-6pm - Sun, July 15, 11am-5pm - (Evening events in the town 6pm-8pm) Free admission (small parking charge £5) www.tewkesburymedievalfestival.org/

This July, thousands of re-enactors, entertainers and traders from all over Europe will gather in Tewkesbury for Europe's largest annual Medieval reenactment. A fantastic and unique day out for all the family.

SUMMER GARDEN PARTY AT GRAYLINGWELL PARK Sat, July 7, 12pm – 4pm Ticket price: Free entry Address: Graylingwell Park, Chichester PO19 6PQ www.facebook.com/ events/386625525080534/ JIMMY’S FAMILY FUNDAY Sun, July 8, 12pm – 4pm Address: The Fishbourne Centre, Blackboy Lane, Chichester PO18 8BE www.facebook.com/ events/102273023937818/ Bouncy castles, face painting, children’s entertainment, massive raffle tombola, games and prizes, ice cream van, food stools and bar and so much more!

KIDS PARTY IN THE PARK Sat, July 21, 10.30am – 4pm Free entry Address: Hotham Park, Upper Bognor Road, Bognor Regis PO21 1HJ kidspartyinthepark@gmail.com Kids rides, face painting etc, charges apply.

WORKING ANIMALS SHOW Sat, July 21 – Sun, July 22, 10.30am – 5pm Ticket price: from £5 Address: Weald and Downland Museum, Town Ln, Singleton PO18 0EU Tel: 01243 811363 www.wealddown.co.uk JOUSTING AND MEDIEVAL TOURNAMENT Tues, July 24 - Sun, July 29, 10am 4.30pm Tickets from £27.50 Address: Arundel Castle, Arundel BN18 9AB www.arundelcastle.org/ ALICE'S ADVENTURES IN WONDERLAND Mon, July 30, 5pm – 9pm Ticket price: adult £17.60, child £11, family (2+2) £49.22 Address: Stansted Park, Rowland's Castle, Portsmouth, PO9 6DX Tel: 023 9241 2265 www.stanstedpark.co.uk/Events/ alices-advetures-in-wonderland-30thjuly.html

Take a trip down the rabbit hole with Chapterhouse Theatre Company this summer as they present the classic tale of Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland.

ROLLER RINK/ROLLER DISCO Thur, Aug 2, 2pm – 9pm Ticket price: Free Address: Place St Maur des Fosses, Bognor Regis PO21 1BJ www.facebook.com/ events/1959457701048906/ Giant outdoor roller rink on the Place St Maur, with some classic 80s tracks. Bring your fluro legwarmers, deely boppers and get down to some classic 80s tunes.

KNIGHT'S TOURNAMENT Tues - Thur, August 7-9, 10am - 5pm Ticket price: from £1.30 Address: Carisbrooke castle (Isle of Wight) Castle Hill, Newport, Isle of Wight, PO30 1XY www.english-heritage.org.uk/visit/ whats-on/carisbrooke-knightstournament-7-8-18/ STOPHAM FESTIVAL Sun, August 26, from 10am -5pm Ticket price: Adults £5, children under 16 free of charge. (Parking available and included in ticket price.)

Address: Stopham Village,Stopham , Pulborough RH20 1ED Stopham Festival, fun for all the family in a glorious setting in the South Downs National Park.

Vineyard & Winery tours. Local food & wine. Live music (pm) from Taylor Maid. Farm animals and village produce.

Children’s entertainment. Coffee, tea and homemade cakes. Church flower festival. All proceeds in aid of the historical 12th century church,St Marys.

INCREDIBLE INVENTIONS FAMILY TRAIL until Sun, September 30 Ticket price: £3 per trail. Normal admission prices apply Address: Petworth House, Petworth, GU28 0AE Tel: 01798342207 Email: petworth@nationaltrust.org.uk www.nationaltrust.org.uk

MUSIC CHER AND MADONNA TRIBUTE NIGHT Sat, July 7, 8.45pm – 11pm Ticket price: £5 members, £10 nonmembers Address: Newtown Sports and Social Club, 16a Greencourt Drive, Bognor Regis PO21 5EU www.facebook.com/ events/147153479296717/ YESTER YEAR, ROCK N ROLL THAT'LL BE THE DAY WITH TRIBUTE BANDS APACHE ROAD (THE SHADOWS) AND MUSIC EXPRESS Sat, July 14, 7pm - 11.30pm Ticket price: £6/£6.50 on the door (ticket sales: The Barnham Community Hall) Address: Yapton Rd, Barnham, Bognor Regis PO22 0AY Tel: 01243 278110 Bar - raffle (period dress optional) In aid of two charities, Cancer Research and The Heart Foundation www.barnhamcommunityhall.org PURPLE ZEPPELIN - TRIBUTE TO LED ZEPPELIN AND DEEP PURPLE Tues, July 17, at 8pm Ticket price: £14 Address: The Phoenix Theatre, Station Road, Bordon, Hampshire GU35 0LR Box office: 01420 472 664 www.phoenixarts.co.uk THE ROCK HOUSE FESTIVAL 2018 Sat, July 28, Time - doors: 12.30pm/ 1pm - 5pm/6pm - 10pm Entry (Age: 16+): £10 day ticket/£6 half-day ticket + booking fee, early bird day tickets - £8+booking fee Address: Green Door Store, Trafalgar Arches, Brighton www.brownpapertickets.com/ event/3414410 or www.bit.ly/RHF2018

THEATRE FREEK STREET A NEW MUSICAL BY ALEX POULTON Sat, July 7, at 2.30pm Ticket price: £13 Address: Hayling Island Amateur Dramatic Society, Station Theatre, Station Road, Hayling Island www.stationtheatre.co.uk www.oopsfortheatre.com

THE MEETING Fri, July 13 – Sat, August 11 Ticket price: from £20 Chichester Festival Theatre, Oaklands Park, Chichester PO19 6AP Tel: 01243 781312 www.cft.org.uk ME AND MY GIRL until Sat, August 25 Price: from £10 Address: Chichester Festival Theatre, Oaklands Park, Chichester PO19 6AP Tel: 01243 781312 www.cft.org.uk MADAGASCAR Tues, August 21 – Sat, August 25 Ticket price: from £16 Address: Kings Theatre, 24 Albert Rd, Portsmouth, Southsea PO5 2QJ Tel: 023 9282 8282 www.kingsportsmouth.co.uk

SOCIAL FUN WINE AND CHEESE @ SUNSET AT ARUNDEL CASTLE Sat, July 7, 6.30pm – 9.30pm Ticket price: £25 each Address: Arundel BN18 9AB Available online with an admin fee at Eventbrite.co.uk or contact the Sussex Snowdrop office on 01243 572433, pay over the phone or drop in and see us to collect tickets.

DRIVE THROUGH TIME MOTOR GALA Sun, July 8, 11am – 4pm West Park, Bognor Regis PO21 2RB www.sadcase.co.uk/events/bognorregis-drive-through-time-motorgala-0 Drive through Time Motor Gala is back for its seventh year…bigger and better!

THE FESTIVAL OF SPEED Thurs, July 12– Sun, July 15 Ticket prices: from £37 Address: Goodwood Motor Circuit, Chichester PO18 0PX www.goodwood.com HELP FOR HEROES AND OGWEN MOUNTAIN RESCUE - GRAND SALE Sat, July 14, 11am - 3pm Address: Waterford, Sylvan Way, Bognor Regis PO21 2RS

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Friday, July 6, 2018 Lot of new items, including jewellery, camping & hiking equipment, CDs, DVDs, toys, bric-a-brac tools, garden & household items and good as new clothes, bargains galore BERSTED PARISH FESTIVAL Sun, July 15 Address: Jubilee Fields, Chalcraft La, Bognor Regis PO21 5SU www.bersted-pc.gov.uk MAKING YOUR MARK ( PART OF SOUTHDOWNS FOLK FESTIVAL ) Wed, July 18, 10.30am - 12 noon Open to everyone Address: Bognor Youth & Community Centre, Westloats Lane We return to Bognor Regis for a second free ukulele taster session. No need to read music and ukuleles will be provided if needed. The first session brilliant (see picture below) so come and have a real good time with us.

BARN DANCE AND PLOUGHMAN’S SUPPER WITH LICENSED CASH BAR AND RAFFLE Fri, July 20, 7.30pm - 10.30pm Ticket price: £15 (numbers are limited so please book early to avoid disappointment) Address: Common Farm, Appledram Lane South, Chichester PO20 7PE Tel: 01243 783370 www.apuldram.org RULE THE WORLD Fri, July 27, at 7.30pm Ticket price: adult £21.50, senior £19.50, student (with ID) £19.50, child (15yrs & under) £19.50 Address: Kings Theatre, 24 Albert Road, Portsmouth, Southsea PO5 2QJ Tel: 023 9282 8282 www.kingsportsmouth.co.uk CHILLI FIESTA Fri, Aug 10 – Sun, Aug 12 Ticket price: adult from £14.40, child form £2, College Friend - Weekend Camping £47.20 Address: West Dean Gardens, West Dean, Chichester PO18 0RX Tel: 01243 818210 www.westdean.org.uk/gardens/ events/chilli-fiesta

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SUMMER FETE AND FUN DOG SHOW Sat, July 7 Free entry to fete. Dog show: £2 per dog per class Address: Aldwick Village Green, Aldwick Road, Aldwick, Bognor Regis PO21 3SR www.aldwickgreen.co.uk COWFOLD FESTIVAL FUNFAIR Sat, July 7, 10am - 4.30pm Address: Playing fields, Bolney Road, Cowfold, Horsham RH13 www.esmgoc.co.uk/event/cowfoldfestival/ Classic car show, horticultural show, side stalls, fund dog show, bar and BAB FASCINATING ARCHAEOLOGICAL DIG Tues, July 10 – Sun, July 22 Ticket price: Free entry Address: Priory Park, 27 Franklin Pl, Chichester PO19 1BL www.chichester.gov.uk/councilnews Local archaeologists will be returning to Priory Park this July. James and the team will share their findings on Saturday, July 21, during a series of talks scheduled for 10am, 12 noon, 2pm and 4pm.

CHICHESTER RFC HARLEQUINS SUMMER CAMP Thur, July 26 - Fri, July 27 Ticket price: £85 (minimum entry age – 6yrs) Address: Chichester RFC in Chichester, Chichester, Chichester, AB10 1QS

W.A.M REUNION Sat, July 7, from 2.30pm onwards Address: Hotham Park, Upper Bognor Rd, Bognor Regis PO21 1HW www.hothamparkheritagetrust.co.uk Bring fold-up chair and picnic.

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Loved the film as much as we did? Well here’s your chance to get your top hat on with Mr P. T. Barnum and join the circus for the week! In this four day workshop, we will adventure through the scenes, the songs, and the story line of the film. You will improve your acting skills, movement and mime and even practice some circus tricks - all in the lead up to a fabulous show for friends and family on the Thursday!

This really will be….’The Greatest Show’ Places cost £110 for the week. £90 for siblings.

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WITH more than 30 years' experience in the industry, it's not a surprise that clients new and old learn to trust Anthony McVey and his business, AJM Contractors.

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One big family at Chalcraft Hall…

CHALCRAFT HALL Care Home manager Sara Whitworth is someone whose job is very much a labour of love. THat much is evident when you hear her speak so passionately about the residents at the North Bersted home.

Sara oversees the day-to-day running of the care home which considers its patients as very much part of "one big family". THat family consists of 20 folks living with dementia as well as the 25 caring staff members who see to their every need Sara explains: "We have a busy diary with the emphasis very much on maintaining a home-from-home atmosphere. Twice a week we have musicians come in then we have singalongs with music right through from the 50s to the 80s, which is very popular.

“THe residents love singing along to the songs. THey know all the words. We’re certainly not a home where the residents sit around bored all day.”

"Relatives often join us for the activities, and these also includes quizzes, bingo and periods of time for reminiscences."

Sara's comments come after the home made substantial investment to improve the care on offer.

She adds: “It’s all about creating the best first impression we can. THe old drive was deteriorating and required upgrading, which we are always committed to doing here.

Replacing it has opened up the entrance to the home and made it safer and easier for visitors.

“We listened to feedback from our residents’ relatives about the need to improve the old entrance. It took three months from its planning to completion, but it was well worth the effort.”

But, as important as initial impressions are, Sara is equally aware standards inside the home must be maintained to a high standard as well.

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Local business celebrates national independents month A FIERCE desire to improve the lives of its clients is helping a flourishing, familyrun business in Bognor Regis earn heaps of praise.

Customers desperate to regain independence through the purchase of mobility scooters have their needs met by the friendly team at Mobility and Comfort in the town's Queensway.

It is very much a labour of love for members of the Donnelly family, who recognise an obligation to try to help restore independent living to those who

are in search of the freedom provided by mobility solutions.

THe business came into being twelve years ago when owner Micky Donnelly set up his own concern following a spell servicing wheel chairs and mobility scooters.

THe runaway success meant that before long, Micky’s daughter Chloe joined the company, shortly followed by wife Suzanne, son Michael as well as Chloe’s partner, Ryan.

Suzanne, who spent 10 years at Bishop

Tufnell school in learning support, says she feels that an empathetic understanding of the unique needs of each client is essential when delivering the right solution.

She explained: "Losing any kind of independence is obviously incredibly difficult, so we ensure we have an understanding of that at the forefront of our service. But we can help with a wide range of options for you, and we pride ourselves in helping you choose the right one specific to your needs.

"To be fair that has earned us a lot of praise from our lovely clients and it is such a rewarding aspect of what we do.

It makes it so much more than a job; knowing we have helped giving someone independence again is wonderful."

While Suzanne admits it's very much a collective effort to ensure clients get the service they deserve, she is happy to concede that one member of the family in particular is often the centre of attention.

She said: "We love working together as a family and we very much enjoy all chipping in together. But our granddaughter, Chloe’s one-year-old daughter, Olivia Boo is often the star of

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Lifestyle 27

Health & Wellbeing

by Denise Kelly

Eating fruit is cherry good idea for keeping healthy

HI, I don’t know about you, but I love this weather.

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has to be cherries. In season from May until September, they couldn’t be better right now, and not only are they delicious to eat, it turns out that there are plenty of health benefits to snacking on a handful of cherries.

Berries are quickly gaining a reputation as a health cure-all, but we often overlook these little red wonders because of their associations with rich desserts and sweet cocktail garnishes. Luckily for us, cherries are in season in Europe - so there’s no better time to pick up a punnet on your lunch break.

So what benefits can these juicy little fruits have on the body?

1 - They can help you to sleep: Cherries are a natural source of melatonin, a hormone that helps control sleep. Specifically, tart cherry juice can improve sleep in adults affected by insomnia.

A handful of fresh cherries in the summertime are a natural gourmet delight, but if you want to harness the antioxidant power of cherries on a regular basis, then cherry juice concentrate is a good option that can add a super-nutritious, allnatural kick to your morning smoothie.

studies have shown that cherries can even reduce symptoms of Alzheimer's disease and Huntington's disease.

4 - They can reduce inflammation: Tart cherries contain two powerful compounds, anthocyanins and bioflavonoids.

Cherry consumption reduces several biomarkers associated with chronic inflammatory diseases.

According to scientists, cherry juice can also ease joint inflammation for people who suffer from arthritis and gout.

5 - They're a good source of vitamin C and fibre: 150g of cherries contain a whopping 25 per cent of your daily recommended amount of vitamin C and over two grams of fibre.

So, by adding a few of these delicious fruits to your daily regime, you could be benefiting your health on many levels. Remember in this hot weather to always stay hydrated too!

Lack of water can make you feel tired, lethargic and mentally exhausted. You don’t need to drink

2 - They’re a great post-workout snack: Cherries can reduce muscle damage and the painful, stiff feeling the day after an intense workout. This is because they are chock full of anthocyanins, powerful antioxidants that contain anti-inflammatory properties.

gallons in one hit, just sip throughout the day. Also by adding cucumber, lemons and limes to your water, you are adding a little flavour and some extra alkalising liquid!

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Berries are quickly gaining a reputation as a health cure-all

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These wines are perfect match for Wimbledon Martin Lury Our very own bon vivant gets to grips with all the best buys martin.lury@me.com

WIMBLEDON fortnight is now in full swing, so off to Majestic I did wing!

Wine guru Ellie, pictured above with yours truly, from the local Chichester branch, joined me in a tasting and, as ever, proved to be informative and most knowledgeable and we assuredly uncovered some real gems.

A great summer drink is the 2017 Mon Plaisir du Sud Rosé which will undoubtedly be votre plaisir cet été being dry, light and fruity.

Pale coppery pink in colour and absolutely oozing summer, this rosé exudes magnificent red fruits and would embellish your bowl of strawberries and cream and , at an offer price of £6.99, if one of six as is the usual Majestic pricing,

is a veritable delight and further proof the Languedoc region can rival Provence in this wine category and at a much lower cost!

Time for a white next in the form of a 2017 Trebuchet Chardonnay from the Western Cape in South Africa and not France as the name might suggest.

For an offer price of £7.99, the wine bottle features a 60ft working medieval trebuchet (hence the name) and this pleasant tipple has lime and tropical fruit aromas and could excel as a great fresh picnic wine and is one that should not disappoint.

For the same price, the 28/2017 Parcel Series Nelson Sauvignon Blanc is a welcome change from the usual Marlborough examples. Think greenhouse aromas and this herbaceous example, where crisp citrus and gooseberry flavours abound, is decidedly yummy and one to snap up!

But another Parcel Series wine , namely the 25/NV Hampshire English Quality Sparkling Wine from the renowned Hambledon Wineries, on offer for just £22.48, really captured my attention.

Bronzed gold in colour reflecting ageing and its mature style, this fine sparkler is

nutty on the nose with a hint of baked apple pie , sumptuous on the palate with lemon meringue pie acidity and hints of brioche and great on its own or as a pair to a roast chicken dish. Pure English delight, à mon avis!

I have concentrated on the above as great summer drinks, but have to mention three reds of note for evening consumption.

The Finca Carelio 2015 Tempranillo Vino de la Tierra was originally destined to be a £15 special release from the Toro

region of Spain , but , having erroneously been sent outside the region for bottling, had to be downgraded to a lower status Vino de la Tiera and thus retails at just £7.99 and is a crowd-pleaser, being complex and rich with aromas of ripe blackberries, leather and vanilla and is a true bargain.

For an offer price of £10.99, the Jim Barry Cover Drive 2015 Cabernet Sauvignon is aged in French and American oak and has intense cassis and cedar on the nose and succulent tannins framing blackcurrant, liquorice and

cherry flavours and one you could allow to age for five years or more.

My final little indulgence was one of my favourite wines, namely a 2015 Rustenberg John X Merriman Stellenbosch, named after the man who purchased a farm in 1892 which later became Rustenberg Wines.

This wine is a feast of blackcurrant and cassis with subtle oak and soft tannins and on offer at £15.99 is one you should treat yourself to and drink as you devour your roast beef or lamb - Happy Days and merci, Ellie!

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Community News & Views THE DAY has finally arrived and Amiri Construction have handed over the beautiful new building to the Aldingbourne Trust.

The exterior of the building really does look fantastic!

The use of the two tone cedar shingles, gabion walling and wooden decking cleverly helps the building become part of the landscape.

The car park Tarmac has now been laid and the parking lines painted. The external decking areas are almost complete and on a sunny summer day it will be very easy to imagine customers sitting outside having a relaxing coffee!

Internally, the attention to detail and the quality of the fit and finish is superb. There is a contemporary light and airy feel to the interior that is much bigger than the outside of the building would suggest.

The lime green feature walls look striking against the crisp white interior. The multiple lighting units are all fitted and working and the media display screens are all in place.

With the kitchen tiling and ancillaries in place, the fit out for the new kitchen will take place in the next couple of weeks.

One of the most exciting features of the new building is the stainless steel slide! It loops in a spiral from the first to the ground floor and is sure to be popular with children and adults alike.

Amiri project manager Adrian, pre-construction co-ordinator Emma and blogging team member Ben were very happy to give it a thorough testing!

The centre is not open to visitors just yet but the wait will be worth it as this unique building certainly has the wow factor.

Everyone who comes along will certainly find something quite amazing and there is going to be something for everyone.

As the trust is celebrating its 40th anniversary this year – these new facilities will certainly mark the occasion as an incredible achievement.

ORGANISERS of Bognor Regis illuminations gala have begun the countdown to the annual event.

The night-time spectacle, pictured above, is due to light up the resort on August bank holiday Sunday and is often seen as the traditional end of the main summer season.

It might still seem early days for summer but the members of the team at Bognor Regis Seafront Lights which is planning the event are already looking ahead to the end of next month.

They have invited any club, society, charity, church, community interest company, business or individual who wants to take part in one of the town's biggest crowdpullers to start to think about their entries.

Lights chairman Jason

EMPLOYEES in a Chichester firm have raised £2,000 in memory of a late colleague.

A team of 33 workers from Covers Timber and Builders Merchants was sponsored to complete the Moonlight Walk for St Wilfrid's Hospice.

They undertook the challenge in memory of the much-missed Kev Starling, who worked at the company for more than 40 years before he passed away at the hospice last January.

Passingham said: "Last year's crowd was unprecedented, helped by extensive advertising, which included a radio campaign.

"What better opportunity to not only get your group or business noticed by a huge captive audience, but also get involved in a real community event that helps to make Bognor Regis the brightest place to be?"

Categories include float or vehicle, walking group, pram or bicycle and dance troupe.

Cash and trophies are up for grabs for the entries placed first, second and third in each grouping.

Improvements to the seafront lighting will be funded by the gala.

Entries, and sponsorship offers, should be made to: brsfl@btinternet.com

Henry Green, Covers' managing director, said: "Congratulations to the whole team.

"It was an absolutely excellent effort on their part and a fitting tribute to Kev, who is greatly missed by everyone here at Covers."

The Covers team completed the five-mile night-time walk through Chichester to double the original fundraising goal.

All the money will be donated to the hospice.

Sir, On behalf of myself, local war hero John Seal, and his extended family, I would like to extend sincere thanks to the local community, the local newspapers, our extraordinary caregivers, and everyone across the nation for the tremendous support showed in trying to track down the war medals that were stolen from John’s home in Chichester last weekend.

Our client, John Seal, 98, had his five Second World War medals stolen in a burglary on the night of June 23. The medals were an African star, Italy Star, two end of World War Two medals and a Battle of Britain medal.

Two of our caregivers, Sharon Gregory and Dave Pearce, went above and beyond their call of duty to support of John, pictured below, and I am so proud of them and how they handled themselves in this unfortunate situation. We hire staff at Home Instead Senior Care based on their desire to care, and we are extremely lucky to have such passionate and selfless people on our team.

Sharon said of the ordeal: “As soon as I turned up in the morning, I knew something wasn’t right. The most important thing in all of this is that John wasn’t harmed, but it is a tragedy that someone would target him in this manner.

“I have come to know John and his family very well over the past two years, and he is one of the loveliest people I know. I always enjoy my time with him, and we have all been overwhelmed with the national support since the story went viral. We would love for John to get his medals back.”

Dave, another one of John’s regular caregivers, stayed two nights after the break-in for no pay of his own accord, just to give John the comfort and reassurance that someone was there with him. Dave didn’t want John to be alone after the burglary.

He treats his clients as if they were his own parents, and he hopes he was able to put John and his family at ease, knowing that someone was there with him after dark.

John’s nephew, also called Jon, posted an appeal on Facebook which has been shared more than 70,000 times. One medal collector has even presented Mr Seal with a replacement set of the British medals. John’s family has been amazed by the support and it has restored their faith in human nature.

Simon McGee Owner of Home Instead Senior Care in Chichester

Sir, In the near future, Arun District Council will vote on two planning applications hoping to build upwards of 500 houses on fields to the west of Pagham Road, Pagham.

These fields are prime agricultural land and serve as a buffer between Pagham village and the very nearby Pagham Harbour nature reserve.

Pagham Harbour is no ordinary nature reserve. It is of international scientific importance and thousands of people visit every year.

Professional organisations such as the RSPB, Sussex Ornithological Society, Sussex Wildlife Trust and the Campaign for the Protection of Rural England - along with hundreds of local people - have all objected to these applications.

Pagham Harbour is a rare natural asset and, surely, a jewel in the Arun district crown.

Why then would Arun consider such a large development so close to such a sensitive site and in the face of so much professional and heartfelt objection?

If these developments go ahead, the damage will be done.

There is no going back.

There is considerable local concern that Arun appear to give more credit to the lure of the developers' fools' gold than the informed views of local residents and agencies.

It is not too late to object to these two planning applications.

They are numbered P/140/16/OUT and P/25/17/OUT. Objections should be sent to the Planning Officer at Arun District Council, Civic Centre, Maltravers Road, Littlehampton, BN17 5LF. J.D. Weston Church Lane Pagham

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Headquarters of the county's library service

By Denise Meeson, volunteer at the Novium Museum CHICHESTER’S distinctive circular library building is to be found tucked away in Tower Street, set between County Hall and the more recently constructed Novium Museum.

Although opened in 1967, it was only awarded Listed Grade II status in 2015, after being recognised for its architectural and historic interest. English Heritage considers the library of ‘national importance’ and ‘an exemplar from this period of library building’.

Furthermore, they describe the library as ‘among few libraries of the period that stand out nationally for the quality of their design and their degree of survival’.

THe library was designed by county architect RF Steele and built in 1965-6 by engineers Ove Arup and Partners (who around that time were working on Sydney Opera House).

It was formally opened on January 24, 1967,

by Asa Briggs, vice chancellor elect of Sussex University.

Although the county library service was founded in 1925, it was not until the current building was completed it had a permanent purpose-built home. THe library had been housed at various locations in Chichester, including the old Chichester THeatre in South Street, above the Butter Market in North Street and 22 West Street (now Edes House), where it remained until the current building

was complete.

Although a considerable expansion of library services had begun in the late 1930s, this had been slowed by the Second World War and subsequent government restrictions on new building. THis meant that it was 195960 before a further period of growth occurred and libraries of architectural ambition were built in any number.

THese new libraries were influenced by modern ones in the United States and Scandinavia. THe enthusiasm of county librarians and architects, together with better budgets, saw a healthy expansion of library buildings and the services they were able to provide. Chichester library is a large and impressive example of this period of growth.

THe design was to include a lending library, reference library and reading room, library for music and drama, and office accommodation for county library service, including a reserve book store and facilities for vans (which provide a mobile library service and distribute books between outlying libraries). THe library has also been notable for a modern approach to library management, in being the first public library in Britain to use a computerised issue system and a computerised library catalogue was also introduced in 1973.

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The library has also adapted over time by developing beyond its original brief as a lending and reference library to offer a wide range of services, six days a week, to all members of the local community.

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merit English Heritage praises ‘the elegant unbroken rhythm of its curved exterior, and the sculptural quality of its internal spaces, which are carefully lit and expressed in a simple palette of contrasting materials’.

On the ground floor are glazed open plan areas which now house the adult lending library to the east side, the children’s library on the west, flanked by the work room where staff handle incoming and outgoing books.

On the first floor are the open plan reference, periodicals and local studies libraries to the east. Offices and the reserved book store are to the west.

THe original flexibility of the design allowed for adaptation throughout the life of the library. A new extension was added in 2009 to improve access by way of a lift and new staircase.

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to the west broadly remains the same.

THe library has also adapted over time by developing beyond its original brief as a lending and reference library to offer a wide range of services, six days a week, to all members of the local community.

Nowadays, the library is a destination for adults wishing to join reading groups or listen to talks, or maybe research family or local history.

Resources are available to help with learning and development of skills, homework and information for businesses, job seekers and consumers. Wellbeing is also a focus, with a range of resources and drop-in sessions available. Of course, children are welcomed to the library to join in story time and activity sessions.

THe library continues to be a key resource for the whole local community, as it was when originally opened over 50 years ago.

WISH YOU WERE HERE? PINK FLOYD’S CLASSIC ALBUM PERFORMED BY CHAMBER ORCHESTRA

WORLD PREMIERE PERFORMANCE BY THE LONDON SYMPHONIA The Chichester Assembly Rooms - Saturday 28th July 2018

PINK FLOYD’s legendary album ‘Wish You Were Here’ has recently been arranged for Chamber Orchestra by the celebrated orchestral arranger - Rick Lawrence.

Rick is well known for his stunning arrangements of The Dark Side Of The Moon, Tubular Bells and Wish You Were Here which have all been released on CD and Vinyl by local record label CODA Records. The CODA albums have proved immensely popular and the Rick Lawrence versions of Pink Floyd’s Dark Side Of The Moon and Wish You Were Here for Chamber Orchestra are now firm favourites with Pink Floyd fans the world over. As a result both albums have become huge sellers on amazon.co.uk.

Following the success of The Dark Side of The Moon suite Coda Records commissioned Mr. Lawrence to make a new arrangement of Wish You Were Here for Chamber Orchestra and it is fitting therefore that the new work should receive its world premiere concert performance in Chichester.

The World Concert Premiere Concert of Wish You Were Here takes place at The Chichester Assembly Rooms on Saturday 28th July at 7.30pm when Wish You Were Here and other Floyd classics will be performed by The London Symphonia conducted by John Crockford.

The London Symphonia There is nothing like hearing music performed live; and on Saturday 28th July, in the intimate surroundings of the Chichester Assembly Room you can do just that.

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This is a unique opportunity to enjoy a live concert performance of the music of Pink Floyd as you’ve never heard it before. Wish You Were Here features a magnificent arrangements of Shine on You Crazy Diamond Parts I-IX which is performed as a single complete piece. Also featured is the classic Floyd ballad Wish You Were Here all performed by a highly accomplished professional chamber orchestra.

Other highlights of this exceptional evening are a concert overture featuring early Floyd classics such as Arnold Layne, See Emily Play, Set The Controls For The Heart Of The Sun and Atom Heart Mother. This powerful overture is designed to set the mood for the full concert to follow which features orchestral arrangements of the highlights from the albums which led up to the creation of Wish You Were Here.

The often overlooked Meddle album is represented by performances of One Of These Days and a stunning new Rick Lawrence arrangement of the all-time Pink Floyd classic - Echoes.

Other well know Floyd pieces include Sheep, Pigs on The Wing, Time, Run Like Hell, Money, Great Gig In The Sky, The Trial and Outside The Wall.

This unique event will be attended by Rick Lawrence in person and is the first chance for lovers of classic rock music to meet the arranger and hear some of these legendary Floyd classics performed in concert for the very first time. The old familiar classics take on a wonderful extra dimension which comes from these old friends being arranged for chamber orchestra. The results are breath-taking in their scope and majesty. This is the ultimate testimony to the genius of Pink Floyd as composers.

Tickets for this unique event are priced at just £10 from the online ticket seller www.wegottickets.com. This wonderful event is sure to be popular and tickets are in great demand you’ll need to move fast.

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Teen triathlete Leo makes his mark PostSport as PBs keep coming for Chi's youth TEEN triathlete Leo Stallard is making his mark on the national scene as he continues to surge up the UK rankings.

In a recent British Milers Club meeting in Eltham, Kent, the 16-year-old smashed his previous best in the 5,000 metres by over half a minute to record 15 minutes 43 seconds and climb to 18th in the UK rankings.

With improvements in the swim and on the bike, too, the Bishop Luffa student will look to keep on improving as the season moves on.

Stallard is one of a number of youngsters at Chichester Runners and Athletics Club to be making big improvements this year.

The group of under-20s and under-17s are set to join their senior colleagues for the next round of Southern Athletics League competition on Saturday, July 14, at Salisbury.

Among those looking for improvements will be Ben Collins, who made a breakthrough in the 800 metres at the Kent meeting to cross the line in 1 minute 58 seconds.

He will be joined by Ben Morton, who registered a new best of 9.06 in the 3,000 metres at the last track meet in Brighton, a 15 seconds improvement on his 2017 mark.

For the women’s under-20s, Alice CoxRusbridge transformed her excellent cross country form to the track, completing the 1,500 metres in just over five minutes before dominating the steeplechase in 5.36.4 to stand 21st in the UK rankings in her first attempt at the event.

The top performances at Brighton in the men’s under-17 match were from Max Lambkin, who set three personal bests. A speedy 62 seconds in the 400 metres hurdles was followed by 11.8 for the 100 metres and 23.6 in the 200 metres.

Liam Dunne also showed a good turn of speed with a 53.6 in the 400 metres while Niall Mears and Alfie Spurle formed a new partnership in the 800 metres with both athletes just outside 2 minutes 20 seconds.

In the women’s events, Worthing-based Eloise Longhurst made her first appearance in a Chichester vest and notched up a good mark of 10.34 in the triple jump.

Emily Russell scored good points for the club while Phoebe Pontet continued her fine season’s form in the 80 metres hurdles.

Finally, thrower Lucie Munday gained two runners-up spots in discus and hammer.

DARTS: The Friary Z trio of Richard Ragless, Micky Rowland & Dave Owens were the toast of the town after scooping the Bognor Summer Darts League Division One trebles title.

Nine teams took part in the competition at the Newtown Social Club, which also saw the Division Two and Three trophies decided.

After defeating Andy Cooper, Buster Barton & Derrick Longhurst (Claremont) in the semis, the Friary Z trio faced teammates Lee Franklin, Billy Collins & Rob Collins (Friary Z) in the final.

After losing the first leg, it was Ragless who spurred his side into action, hitting 81 and a ton before firing double top to equal things up.

The last leg saw good scoring on both sides. Collins junior and Franklin missed chances at the double, leaving Owens with a shot, and with his first dart he hit double eight to take the leg, taking the match 2-1, and the Division 1 title.

f Triathlete Leo Stallard

In Division Two, the final was between Len Dixey, Gary Harwood & Les Mullinder (Royal Oak) and Andy Chant & Ian Dendy (Aldwick Legion) along with Lee Hellyer (Newtown Amity) who was without a side after none of his team-mates wanted to play. It was the latter who won the first darts and they got off to a nice start with 85 from Chant and 100 from Hellyer.

A ton from Dendy followed, to leave 60, but Chant missed his chance. Then Hellyer stepped up and hit double 16 with his last dart to take the first leg.

The second leg saw Chant, Dendy & Hellyer take the lead. A couple of good scores saw them get the first chance at the double, but misses gave the Oak team chances.

Unfortunately, they couldn't capitalise, and Dendy hit double one to take the leg, and the title for his team.

f From left, Eloise Longhurst, Alice Cox-Rusbridge, Phoebe Pontet and Emily Russell

Dragonflyers are set for a bright future

f Members of the Dragonflyers club

BOGNOR'S young trampolinists have a spring in their step after an excellent first showing at a regional competition.

New young members of the Regis Schoolbased Dragonflyers club did themselves and the club proud as they sailed into the Isle of Wight for their first regional novice event .

Five performers came away with bronze medals in CDP three category and one in the CDP one.

Of these, the stand-out was Ros Gillam, placed second in the aged 7 to 11 CDP 3 event.

There have been some good results for the older cohort of the club, too.

Sofija Kalnicenko and Izzy Hauxwell took fourth place in the elite Open Regional Synchro Championships while Libby Morton, competing at just one step below national level, finished fourth in a Grade D Open Age Mixed Gender Competition.

Success just keeps on coming for the senior jumpers as Kalnicenko took a prestigious gold medal the previous week at the Performance

Pathway Spring Series 2 in Sheffield in the 13/14 years group.

Competing against some of the best jumpers in the country, Sofija delighted her support team and coaches by obtaining a personal best at time of flight and horizontal displacement.

It's been a year to remember for the Chichester Free School pupil. Sofia made the UK's top 8 qualifiers for national finals later this year and has also qualified for league one national finals, placing her among the best in her age group in the UK. All in all, Dragonflyers have taken seven national medals in little over a month, a remarkable feat for a small club.

Dragonflyers, which is a club mark trampoline club, recently started offering people of all ages recreational sessions.

There is also coaching available for varying abilities throughout the week and anyone is invited to come along and discover more.

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In Division Three, Simon Edwards, Tom O'Sullivan & Michael Hoare (Richmond 'B') faced off against Graeme Dutton, Jill Mitchell & Mark Wingate (Newtown Clubbers).

Richmond 'B' start first and although they took the lead, scores of 85 and 121 from Dutton, and 95 from Wingate saw them pull it back. Both teams struggled on the double before O'Sullivan hit single one and double two to take the first leg.

The second leg saw a closer match all the way to the double. Wingate missed a chance at double top for the leg, but Edwards missed a shot at 77. Every player had a chance at the doubles, but eventually it was Hoare who hit double one to seal the title for Richmond B.

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Pagham win four in a row as Webb catches Stirlands out

f Sweet X was among the X One racers

Lass the star in points race OLYMPIANS and international champions sailed into Chichester Harbour for a finfilled weekend of classic keel boat racing.

Last week Itchenor Sailing Club held its annual Points Week, with crews on the 56 boats taking part.

With conditions perfect, 25 X One Designs raced for daily trophies and the Benson Platter for the week’s winner.

17 Sunbeams, celebrating their 95th anniversary, competed for the Wengen Cow Bell, while the Buccaneer Trophy was the target for the 14 Swallows.

The first race on Monday saw current XOD champion John Tremlett drive Lass to victory followed by former Benson Platter winner, Mark Palmer in Sweet X. Andy Oddie, himself a national champion, was third in Magic Dragon.

Former XOD champion Alastair Ashford visiting from Antigua showed well on Foxglove but navigation let him down as a mark was missed.

On Tuesday, the Ashfords made no errors to seal the win, followed by another former XOD champion Michael Martell sailing Astralita with Lass again on the podium.

By Wednesday Lass bounced back. And with racing postponed on Thursday it was left to two races on Friday to decide the winner. The first race podium was Sweet X, Foxglove and Astralita.

But in the tense final, Lass made no mistake with a victory followed by Sweet X to take the title with Foxglove second overall and Sweet X third.

In the Swallow fleet current and past national champions joined ex-world champions to compete for the overall Buccaneer Trophy.

Class stalwarts Charles Fisher and Richard Thompson in Migrant who won the first.

But, after that, others took control and the overall title went to Harry and Prue Roome in Skua. In second was Archon, under the direction of former America's Cup skipper Andy Green, while Osprey and James Hartley, Jeremy Sibthorp and Robert Sutherland came third.

In the Sunbeam, the overall title went to Fleury, helmed

by Joe and Cathy Burney, who showed exceptional skil throughout.

Query and Tim Hill were second and Polly, with Nick Leach and Simon O’Hea, took the final podium spot.

f Itchenor is a popular place for competitions

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PAGHAM will be chasing their fifth win on the row as they keep up the pressure at the top of Sussex Division Three West.

After a topsy-turvy start to the season, Stuart Hanks' side have found their feet in recent weeks, chalking up four consecutive wins in their surge up to third in the table.

The latest was a 70-run victory over secondplaced Stirlands, which has put them just eight points behind their opponents.

Pagham can continue their winning form tomorrow when they welcome secondbottom Worthing to Nyetimber Lane tomorrow (8.30am).

They will hoping that all-rounder Rico Webb can continue his swashbuckling form. The win against Stirlands owed a lot to his batting as he smashed 83 from just 56 balls.

Along with skipper Hanks (56), the pair added 93 for the sixth wicket to guide Pagham from 81-5 to 229 all out.

In reply, Webb showed his worth with the ball chipping in with three wickets as the home side did not allow Stirlands to settle.

With Nikki Tabberer (3-20) and Justin Scott (3-49) also pitching in, Stirlands could only reach 159 all out.

f Pagham lose a wicket against Stirlands

Middleton face leaders Roffey

MIDDLETON CC face a tough task as they look to win their first in three when they travel to league leaders Roffey tomorrow (12pm).

At the halfway mark of the season, Sean Heather's side are eighth in the Sussex Premier Division, just one place above the dropzone.

Middleton were denied a crucial victory last time out when they were unable to take the final wicket against second-bottom Ifield.

That draw means that the Sea Lane side are just 22 points above the relegation zone in a division where a win gives teams at least 20

points. The gap could have been so much more if Middleton had not been frustrated by a gallant final wicket partnership by Ifield.

After batting first, Heather (95) and Mahesh Rawat (110*) inspired the visitors to 274 for 5 in just short of 55 overs, by far the biggest total this season.

In reply, Russell Talman (3-34) and Craig Fowle (4-71) made inroads into the Ifield batting order. But they held out to reach the 55 over mark with one wicket to spare, registering 198 for 9 to frustrate Middleton.

In Sussex Division Two, Chichester Priory

f Middleton CC travel to leaders Roffey tomorrow

Park will be looking to get their fading promotion hopes back on the road as they head to bottom side Lindfield (12.30pm).

Chi will be looking to bounce back after a disappointing loss to St James's Montefiore last weekend. After batting first, Peter Lamb (55) and Matthew Bennison (51) inspired Chi to 216 for eight in 53 overs.

Despite registering a good total, St James's went about the chase with real confidence.

With opener Harry Rollings (108) leading the way, their efforts never looked in vain as they reached the total with five wickets and more than nine overs to spare.

At the other end of Division Two, Bognor are looking for their first win in five as they look to lift themselves clear of the dropzone.

A home match against third-place Haywards Heath at the Regis Oval is not the easiest match for a team that is low on confidence (12.30pm).

Bognor lost narrowly last time out by just 17 runs away at Bexhill. An excellent bowling performance from Marquino Mindley (4-50) and Josh Sargeant (4-47) restricted the home side to 189 all out. But even an inspired 78 from skipper Ryan Maskell could not take Bognor past the total. * The Sussex Cricket League has given all sides permission to move the start times or tea breaks of their Saturday matches to allow players to watch the England v Sweden World Cup quarter final from 3pm.

Progress is the aim for new Blues boss SELSEY manager Daren Pearce has lofty ambitions at his new club - although he refuses to be drawn on whether the Blues can launch a promotion push.

The former Sidlesham gaffer has been a busy man in the last six weeks as he looks to bring the good times back to the Bunn Leisure Community Stadium.

With a number of players following him from the Recreation Ground, Pearce has assembled a young hungry squad who are now well into their pre-season preparations.

But despite leading the Sids' promotion from SCFL Division Two last season, he said repeating the feat at the next step up would be tough. Instead, the focus will be on improving on Selsey's eighth place finish in SCFL

Division One last time out.

Pearce said: "The target is progression on last year. The club have not set us any specific targets but the idea is to progress on where we finished last year and build for the future. That means having younger lads around the club.

"We will be running an under 18s, under 23s and a first team - that's what we want moving forward, to get good young talent and then we can build on that."

Selsey kick off the pre-season fixtures at home to Wessex Premier side Horndean next Tuesday (7.45pm) before welcoming Bostik Premier side Worthing on July 14 (3pm) Swapping places with Pearce at Sidlesham is former Blues boss Steve Bailey, with Selsey striker Morgan Forry among his signings.

f Selsey manager Daren Pearce

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f Football will return to Nyewood Lane in less than two weeks

Pearce calls for patience as Bognor build for opening day Next Game

BRIGHTON U23s (H) July 17, 7.45pm

BOGNOR boss Jack Pearce is urging fans not to worry - despite only 11 players being signed up to play for the Rocks next season.

The club's relegation from National South last season has seen a number of players leave Nyewood Lane.

As Pearce and his first team coach Robbie Blake look to rebuild the squad for the return to step three, they have so far retained nine players and brought in two more.

With no goalkeeper and only one recognised frontman signed on, more arrivals are a certainty. But Pearce is adamant that, given his limited budget, he wants to make sure the people he brings in offer quality, versatility and can fit in with the way Bognor play football.

Pearce made the comments as the Rocks' pre-season preparations continued.

Much of the focus in the first few weeks will be on fitness before the squad moves on to shape the brand of possession football which has been such a feature of matches at the Nye Camp.

Pre-season also gives Pearce the chance to run the rule over a number of trialists as he looks to finalise the squad for the coming year.

He said: “Training was fine and the lads looked in good shape which is always encouraging.

"At this time of year, it’s always a question of patience when you are looking to recruit new

players.

"Holidays don’t help either, with players you have and those you want often away. But we remain confident that we will be in good shape once the big kick-off arrives.”

Quite who Bognor will be playing on opening day is still not known.

The Isthmian League announced this week that fixtures will be released on July 19 - less than a month before the season starts.

Fans will no doubt be keen to put games against Sussex rivals Worthing, Whitehawk, Lewes and Burgess Hill in their diaries.

The return to the league also throws up trips to Tonbrdge Angels, Wingate & Finchley and Enfield Town, all of whom the Rocks have had some epic tussles with over the years.

Before then, though, there is pre-season to deal with and Bognor fans have two headline matches to look forward to.

The first is next Tuesday (July 17) when Brighton & Hove Albion under-23s visit Nyewood Lane. With the Seagulls in the Premier League, the quality of their youth setup has improved dramatically in recent years so it will be a good test for Pearce's side.

Then the following week is a visit from League One Portsmouth (July 24, 7.45pm) where Kenny Jackett is sure to bring a strong side for the match.

Both games are expected to bring good crowds which will boost the club's coffers.

Rocks looking to the future REBUILDING a squad from scratch every season is never an easy thing to do.

But, after 40 years of pulling teams together in a mad few summer weeks, Jack Pearce knows a thing or too about assembling a side that can tackle a full season of fixtures.

Central to the Bognor manager's philosophy is always keeping a core of the previous year's side together.

A few older heads are added before filling out the remaining of the spaces with young, hungry players who have plenty to prove.

One avenue that remains open to Pearce is Chichester College, where former first team coach Darin Killpartrick is head of football and remains committed to his students forming the Bognor under-19s side.

Then there are those who have been released by football league clubs, with Chad Field, Jimmy Muitt and Calvin Davies coming to Nyewood via this route in previous years.

These players tend to want to wait for the best offer to come along - which means it is normally only a few days before the season starts before the squad is finalised.

While it may be late in the day, the approach does deliver quality. And with that usually comes results, which is what all fans want.

PRE-SEASON is underway, Nyewood Lane is looking shipshape after weeks of hard work and the fixtures are soon to be released.

Yes, it is nearly time for the Rocks to return to league action.

But with the start of the Bostik Premier season little more than a month away, what sort of shape is the Bognor squad in?

Here's a look at the players so far - and some suggestions on where Jack Pearce may be looking to improve on if the side are to be in the running to return to National South at the first time of asking.

COACHING STAFF - The departure of long-serving first team coach Darin Killpartrick from the Nye Camp dugout after more than 1,000 games left a big hole in the heart of the club.

But Pearce moved quickly to secure the services of former Portsmouth coach Robbie Blake, who will bring new ideas and a professional experience to the club.

Pompey players past and present are full of praise for the impact that Blake had.

A striker by trade for a string of Premier League and Championship sides, Blake will be tasked with getting the Rocks firing after netting less than a goal a game in the relegation campaign last term.

The other main question is around the manager position.

Pearce stepped into the breech last season after Sami El-Abd's extremely short tenure.

With no likely contender coming forward, expect Pearce to stay in this role for the time being.

GOALKEEPER - This position has been one of the strongest for the Rocks in recent seasons, which is wholly down to the standout play of Dan Lincoln.

But the former Reading keeper has yet to commit

f Jack Pearce talks to Chichester College students

his future to the club for the coming season.

The long commute from Berkshire means that Lincoln favours signing for a club closer to home. It would be no surprise to see a new man between the sticks at the Nye Camp on opening day.

DEFENDERS - Pearce acted quickly to secure the services of a number of last year's squad in this area.

Young centre halves Corey Heath and Chad Field should form a formidable partnership providing they can stay fit while keeping England C captain Keaton Wood is a real coup. Fans will be delighted to see Calvin Davies back in the white and green too after a stand-out season at right back.

If there is a place to improve, it is left back where James Crane leaves a big hole. Expect to see at least one new addition in this area to provide cover.

MIDFIELD - Last year's player of the season Doug Tuck will anchor the Rocks midfield next year.

Keeping local lads Tommy Block and Harvey Whyte will be key to Pearce's possession football while the return of the experienced Dan Beck and addition of young left-sided player Harvey Sparks will bring nous and pace.

But question marks do remain about the amount of creativity in the centre of the park. A right winger and goalscoring midfielder would be welcome additions before the season starts.

FORWARD - The biggest headache comes up front.

Bognor scored less than a goal a game last year and cannot afford a repeat of that.

Jimmy Muitt will score goals at the his level and Tommy Scutt will continue his development. But what Rocks fans really want is a tall strong striker who could score 25 goals a season.

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