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Bin plan for library rejected

Veteran Steve overcomes adversity to climb in Alps

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Police to get tough on drugs

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New rail platform ... but nine months of lorries in local street Pages 2-3

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Residents to face months of lorries as work set to begin to upgrade Filton station Residents in Wallscourt Rd South are facing nine months of parking restrictions to accommodate Network Rail construction lorries as part of four tracking, electrification and upgrade of Filton Abbey Wood Station.

If accepted cars will only be

able to park on one side of WRS, pictured below.

On social media, residents have said parking is already not easy and this may make things worse.

It is all part of Network Rail’s transformation of the mainline from London Paddington to

Young performers wanted Rising Stars, the Filton-based children’s performance group, is now recruiting boys and girls between the ages of 6-11.

We are preparing for our Christmas concert so if you want to sing, dance and perform, join us on Fridays, from 5.30-7pm, at St Peter’s (Filton Church) Hall.

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n NEWS Swansea which will bring new, quieter, electric Inter-City trains with more seats meeting the expected growth in passenger numbers.

As part of the modernisation programme the number of tracks along the Filton Bank is being doubled from the present two to four. To enable this upgrade essential improvement works need to be undertaken to the Horfield Cutting between October 2016 and May 2017.

In preparation for the new fleet a fourth platform will be added to Filton Abbey Wood Station with ramped access to the existing footbridge.

To support the embankment a retaining wall will also have to be built between the new platform and the residential area that backs on to the railway.

This work will cause disruption to local residents.

Access for Network Rail’s vehicles to reach the track will be along a haul road. It is proposed that their vehicles will access the railway from Wallscourt Road South (where the parking restrictions will come into force) and exit at Dovercourt Road opposite the Silva Care building.

Their working hours will be Monday to Friday from 8am to 6pm, and on Saturdays when no trains are running between 10pm and 8am.

Network Rail’s timetable of work: September-December 2016 Clear vegetation from the embankment, install barriers to protect the railway and construct an access road parallel to the track.

January-March 2017 Excavate existing embankment

Filton Abbey Wood station

and install retaining walls and

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The Greater West Programme willresidents, transform from London new steel ramp sections south South Souththe Glosmainline that a one-way system will enable of the existing footbridge.

The councillors Adam Monk and work to be done both at Abbey Paddington to Swansea to bring Brunel’s railway into the 21st century, bringing Station will continue to be Roger Hutchinson said: “This Wood station and on the railway new, quieter, greener, intercity trains with more seats. accessed via existing footpathelectric project will have a major impact bank down towards Lockleaze and Emma-Chris Way car park.

April-June 2017 Filton Bank Four Track Project The Station footpath will be

As part of the modernisation programme, closed and pedestrians will be we're doubling the number of tracks along diverted to use new the Filton Bank fromthe two to four.ramp to

on residents in Wallscourt

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Benefits will include: • Greater passenger embankment and footpath to the capacity • Additional local stopping services ofjourney the footbridge willtrackside be •north Reduced times • Allowing excavated work and without a newdisrupting retaining maintenance services wall will be installed.

During part of the work, pedestrians infrastructure project so approaching the and platforms from the car park the Council, we as local side will be diverted while the councillors, are not in existing a position footpath is closed. We may need to use a to stop the work going forward. small number of the spaces in the car park However weand want to ensure that for our vehicles will also relocate the our residents’ voices are heard disabled parking bays.

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July-December 2017an increase in The extra lines will also enable The Station footpath will be to freight services, helping to contribute economic growth. re-opened and the pedestrian

Filton Abbey Wood station platform will be constructed, and

In preparation for the new fleet, we will the new ramp and staircase tobe adding a fourth platform to thestation station, with connect to the existing ramped access to the existing footbridge. To will be completed. support the embankment, we will also need to build a retaining wall between the new platform and the residential area that backs on to the railway. We’ll then return at a later date to extend the three existing platforms and lay the new track.

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n FILTON LIBRARY FUTURE

Councillors fail in bid to divert green bin saving to improve library staffing As reported in last month’s Filtonvoice, the library in Filton is no longer facing the threat of closure but staffed hours will be reduced by 15 hours to 26 per week.

This is better than first hoped but Filton’s SOuth Glos councillors have argued that a plan to reduce the green bin charge by £6 should be reversed with the money being used for the libraries.

The library was facing change as a result of South Glos needing to save up to £650,000 as budgets remain squeezed.

In one scenario, Filton Library could have been closed with residents having to travel to a ‘hub’ in Patchway. This figure was reduced to £500,000 after an extensive public consultation

showed little public appetite for closures of libraries.

The new proposed scheme, Open Plus, will actually mean the library will be open for up to 80 hours a week but for the majority of the time it will not be staffed.

A trial of this system is being held at Bradley Stoke Library.

In a report to Filton Town Council, Cllr Roger Hutchinson (Lab) said: “Basically libraries

can be open as long as the council decides, probably from 9am-8pm seven days a week.

“Access would be for all (during the unstaffed hours) apart fromthose under 16.

“Our political group repeated the position that we took at the council’s budget meeting which was to pursue the reinstatement of the £6 reduction of the green bin charge, back up to £36, and

use that money to fund better staffing numbers.

“In the end this was lost although the numbers quoted could change depending on the ultimate cost of Open Plus.”

Cllr Hutchinson said there were still issues around restrictions on under 16s as well as security.”

At the full meeting of Filton Town Council, Cllr Joanne Ward, who has been a strong voice in the campaign to save the library from closure, said residents should be congratulated for making their voice heard in the consultation. She agreed there were issues around security but added that as a result of the strong protests, Filton was now a ‘Tier 2’ library so faced less of a reduction in staff hours.

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Open Plus could ‘reverse long-term decline in library use’ The new technology that allows for longer opening hours across South Gloucestershire’s libraries is at the heart of updated proposals to ensure the service remains sustainable for the future, and could actually help reverse declining national trends in library use, it has been claimed.

Members of the Environment and Community Services (ECS) committee considered new proposals to keep the library service sustainable for the long term in the face of budget cuts,

as part of the overall Council Savings Programme that requires a further £22million is spending reductions by 2019/20.

Responding to the priority that respondents to the consultation placed on having access to a local library, the council has also agreed to continue to develop plans to use technology that would allow registered members to use library facilities for 11 hours a-day, seven days a-week, between 9am and 8pm.

n MEET OUR COUNCILLORS There have been some changes in South Gloucestershire Council with the number of major committees being reduced, so instead of my committee dealing with transport and planning, my new committee now covers many other subjects, one of which is libraries.

In the annual budget the Council decided that in carrying out cuts caused by reductions in Government grants our library service would have to

A spokesman said: “If the decision is made to implement this solution, commonly known as Open Plus, it would cost the council a capital investment of up to £400,000. It would allow paid staff to be deployed with a focus on the busiest times in each library, but the buildings, books and computers would be accessible for registered users who have applied for the special membership for far more time than is currently the case.

“The experience in other parts

of the UK, such as Peterborough, where such technology has already been installed, is that it has proved popular with people who are not generally able to use the libraries during core hours.”

The council will now launch a further three-month consultation to hear the public’s views on the use of Open Plus-style technology and staffed library opening hours within the preferred option model. A final decision will be made in the New Year with implementation in October 2017.

South Glos councillor Roger Hutchinson

take their share. A consultation was held over the summer with the possibility that either Filton library would close with our local one being at Patchway or only open for 18 hours per week. A large number of consultation replies were received including considerable opposition to the Filton proposals and another came forward called “open plus” which would make libraries accessible, through the use of technology, for 7 days a week and in Filton’s case staffed for a possible 26 hours.

A decision on the future of our libraries, including Filton of course, was taken at the

meeting of the Environment and Communities Committee last month.

Basically libraries can be open for as long as the council decides, probably 9am-8pm, seven days per week. Access would be by using the current library cards not new ones and would be available to all residents, apart it appears, for anyone under the age of 16 years.

The effect on Filton would be that the original proposal of 18 staffed hours will increase to 26 which is still a reduction of 15.5 hours, but better than originally feared. The system is being trialled at Bradley Stoke library

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starting next month and there will be consultation leading up to a final decision in February.

My political group proposed that the council should cancel the reduction of £6 on the green bin charge and the money be used to increase library staffing hours but this was not agreed by the committee. So we opposed the staffing cuts whilst supporting the use of technology to extend the opening hours.

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Outstanding! Primary school wins glowing praise from Ofsted inspectors A primary serving Filton has been named among the best in the country after Ofsted inspectors declared the school ‘outstanding’ in all areas.

Staff, parents and pupils at St. Teresa’s Catholic Primary School were told that teaching is built on ‘the foundations of high expectations, secure subject knowledge, excellent planning and an ability to engender a love of learning in pupils’.

The inspectors said: “Teachers have the highest expectations of pupils, both in terms of what they can achieve and how they should behave.

“As a result, classrooms are rich learning environments permeated by a common endeavour to do the best one can, in line with the school’s motto

of ‘inspiring each other’. They added that the leadership of the school is “outstanding” and the head teacher had a commitment to continuously improving teaching and achievement and providing the best possible education for the pupils.

The report highlighted that: n Pupils show high levels of respect and kindness towards each other. They listen politely while others speak, with their turn patiently and value each other’s point of view.” n Pupils make outstanding progress as they move through the school. By the time they leave at the end of Key Stage2, pupils are extremely well prepared for the next stage of their education.” n Provision for the early years is outstanding. It is very well led and children make outstanding progress during their time in Reception. They are extremely well prepared for entry into Year 1.” n Pupils demonstrate extremely mature attitudes to learning.”

Ofsted also found the quality of the teaching, learning and assessment was consistently high across all years in the school and found this was as a result of “effective planning, strong subject knowledge and a clear understanding of individual needs.”

They said: “In 2016, the latest national curriculum assessments show that the current cohort have attained at levels much higher than the national average.

In mathematics, in particular, the

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n NEWS proportion of pupils who reached the expected standard was well above the national figure.”

Acting Headteacher Samantha Land said staff had worked hard over the last few years to ensure that the education at the school was the best it could be.

She said: “We are very proud of our hardworking teaching and support team who work with tireless commitment and care to ensure that children flourish academically, socially and emotionally.’

“Our children were fantastic ambassadors for our school and spoke eloquently about how proud they are of their school. Feedback from parents was overwhelmingly positive and reflects the supportive relationship between school and home.

“Whilst we are delighted with our achievement we will continue with our vision of providing outstanding education for all of our children and work on the areas we know we need to improve on further.”

Former head Amanda Pritchard, centre right, returned to St Teresa’s last month to join acting head Sam Land, centre left, governors, pupils and parents for a special Ofsted celebration tea party

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n NEWS FILTON CHEST AND HEART COMMITTEE Who We Are & What We Do

Filton Chest & Heart Committee is a local charity which has recently celebrated its 70th Anniversary. The Committee supports mainly elderly G.P. patients who have heart and lung problems and live in Filton. The charity is run by a committee who meet approximately six times a year. Their aim is to support the patients, enabling them to have coach outings, skittles evenings, coffee mornings, afternoon teas and meals together with their friends and carers. Fundraising plays a major part of the charity's role which enables the Committee to purchase additional medical equipment for Filton G.P. Practices, as well as the Respiratory and Cardiology Departments at Southmead Hospital.

If you would like to make a donation or become a member of the Committee, please contact Brian Smith: 0117 9759126.

The Committee invite you to come along to the following fundraising events which are taking place in the Doug Daniels Pavilion, Elm Park, Filton

AUTUMN COFFEE MORNING Entrance Fee: £1 (includes refreshments) Monday, 24 October, 10.00 am – 12.00 noon CHRISTMAS FAIR AFTERNOON Entrance Fee: £1 (includes a mince pie & hot drink) Monday, 21 November, 2.00 – 4.00 pm

Search on to find people to shape healthcare A new drive to find Filton residents to become some of Bristol’s first Healthcare Change Makers is under way.

Bristol Community Health, North Bristol NHS Trust and University Hospitals Bristol NHS Foundation Trust have joined forces as part of a new approach to boosting the voice of local people in the way their services are planned and delivered.

Sixteen Healthcare Change Makers are being recruited with the aim that they will represent all communities in the city as part of a new group to influence and shape hospital and community services. Volunteers are being offered professional training in advocacy, problem solving, presentation skills and negotiation in return for attending four to six meetings

a year and representing their local communities. Expenses for travel and caring responsibilities will be paid.

Healthcare Change Makers Project Co-ordinator Nick Dean said: “Bristol’s hospitals and community services are making a real step change in the way that we involve our patients and users in planning.

“Our Healthcare Change Makers might have ideas from their experiences of being in hospital or caring for someone at home. It could be views on anything ranging from visiting hours to transport links.

“We can offer free professional training and the chance to be part of a new opportunity to influence senior decision-makers.”

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St Peter’s Hospice launches new Crime in Filton - September Summer Party fundraiser

Police ‘will not tolerate’ drug taking in public BRISTOL’S only adult hospice has launched a fundraising initiative at a Summer Party hosted by Miss Bristol International, Gabriella Papp.

Fundraisers, supporters Filton TownofCouncil hasHospice been and staff St Peter’s told that theatreturn of students in gathered the charity’s theGloucester new academic has led to Roadyear coffee shop, some anti-social Nonesuch Cup,behaviour to officiallyand drug taking public. Party scheme launch theinSummer Theycakes told and councillors this was with mocktails. a priority and already had St Peter’s Hospicethey Summer seen a decrease in the number Parties run throughout June, of July callsand reporting Augustanti-social with people behaviour. across the city holding garden Residents arecocktail also being parties, BBQs, soirees urged to make lock to or coffee andsure cakethey afternoons their doors properly rise raise money for theamid local acause. in shed and garage It is hoped thatbreak-ins. around In a report £35,000 willto becouncillors, raised, which will thegolocal Beatcontinuing Team said:to“This towards fund month we have had reports St Peter’s Hospice Community of Nurse anti-social behaviour from Specialists (CNS) in the College Wayoffer andcommunity this has been a city, who visits priority for us. to patients delivering specialist “ASB wascare, being caused palliative advice andfrom some flats in College Way and support. also the return Hospice of SGS college St Peter’s community students. fundraiser Petra Littlefair said: “To get involved either register

“As the students have returned from the summer holidays they are again tending to gather in College Way and smoke drugs. This will not be tolerated and we urge anyone to report this.”

Officers also said they were still dealing with anti-social driving of mopeds in Filton and residents were urged to make a note of theparty registration number for your pack online or and call 101. contact us directly. We’ll send The reportSummer added: “Burglaries you a lovely Party pack this month have been mostly with posters, invites, bunting ‘paddle handle’ where aeverything front template and balloons door butsummer unless you appears need for locked a sizzling you pull up the handle and lock party.” it the“We’re deadlock does not engage asking people to hold and can use aParty smallthey anyburglars kind of Summer implement to pop the lock. like, meaning everyone can get “If you and havehave a door likefun. this, involved some please lift the Fundsensure raisedyou will do enable us to handle.” look after more local people who desperately need our care.

“The CNS team is a valued part of our nursing service in Bristol. We’re hoping that the Summer Party theme will be a great success and lots of people get behind it.”

As Bristol’s only adult hospice, St Peter’s Hospice cares for more than 2,000 patients each year as well as supporting family members. All services are provided free of charge but this care costs around £19,000 a day. For around £14,000 of

that, the hospice relies on gifts in wills, kind donations and funds generated by the hospice shops.

Gabriella Papp, Miss Bristol 5 house International 2016 and resident break-ins of Southmead, said: “It was an honour to officially launch the St Peter’s Hospice Summer Party with the first event of the season.

I have seen firsthand the amazing work of the hospice and I think a fun event like5 shed/garage this one will break-ins be great to raise funds for the charity. Everyone loves a party so why not use it as a great excuse to throw one this Summer.”

St Peter’s Hospice coffee shop Nonesuch Cup is currently looking for volunteers to join the 5 vehicle crimes team.

If you have some time to spare and would like to help your local hospice please contact Josh on 0117 942 4280.

To register a Summer Party visit www.stpetershospice.org.

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n NEWS n From Page 1 different services, including emergency care, home visits, nurse clinics, referrals, an ambulance service and acupuncture. Bradley Stoke has a 24-hour hospital, and Wottonunder-Edge has an MRI facility.

The group was founded in 1948 by John Rowe, and cares for dogs, cats, rabbits, rodents and exotic animals.

For more information about Rowe Veterinary Group, visit: www.rowevetgroup.com Meanwhile a new pizza takeaway is also set to open in the local vicinity, sparking some concerns among residents.

A Papa John’s Pizza will be opening in the unit next to Greggs Bakery in the Filton Park development in Gloucester Road North.

It is the second pizza takeaway to move to the area, after a Domino’s opened earlier this summer.

A number of local residents have taken to social media to

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express their views on the new store, with some saying that there are already too many takeaways in Filton, and fresh fruit and vegetable stores are needed instead.

One resident said: “It’s a

reflection of how business sees Filton. Takeaway not bistro or cafe bar territory. Someone should take a punt and give us one ‘Lounges’ style set up. All these take away outlets are sad for the residents.”

Another resident said: “Not good when you have dominoes just up the road. Why can’t we have something decent that the community needs?”

One resident said that they had mixed views: “I’m torn on this one as I can’t stand how many takeaways we have but Papa John’s is my favourite pizza, the garlic sauce is amazing.”

Papa John’s Pizza, which originated in Indiana, America, is the third largest take-out and pizza delivery chain in the world.

The store’s opening hours, and the number of staff it will be employing is not yet known.

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by Rebecca Day Ex-serviceman Steve Howson’s life was turned upside down after unexpectedly falling ill, and losing his job in the Army.

But the Cheswick Village resident is not letting his condition get the better of him – he has just completed an intensive 10-day climbing course in the French Alps. Steve, who has chronic fatigue and suffers from severe headaches, was part of a team of wounded, injured and sick (WIS) servicemen to embark on the challenge.

The course was supported by the Endeavour Fund charity which offers adventure and

Veteran Steve overcomes adversity to climb in Alps sporting challenges to WIS servicemen and women, and aims to reignite their self-believe and fighting spirit.

The group was led by a team of specialist mountain guides who provided intensive training in mountaineering skills including rope, snow and ice techniques.

Steve was able to apply these

skills to a number of different activities over the 10 days, at altitudes over 1,500m, including abseiling, walking across glaciers, and rock climbing. Three days were also spent altitude training.

The group had intended to climb Mont Blanc at the end of the course, but they were deterred by poor weather conditions.

“It was a shame that the weather was against us, but we finished the trip at the Aiguille du Midi mountain viewing platform, which overlooks Mont Blanc, after a seven day pitch abseil and a climb over the Cosmiques Arete,” Steve told the Filtonvoice.

“It was pretty amazing, and quite an emotional experience too. The course itself was really varied, and suited everyone who each had different limitations.

“Taking part in this course was a chance in a lifetime. I did question my ability and whether it was something I was going to be able to do, but I fought through it.

“It was important that I focussed on what I could do, not what I couldn’t do.”

Steve discovered that he enjoyed climbing when he attended a multi-activity course at the Battle Back Centre in Shropshire, established by the Royal British Legion.

He said: “I really enjoyed it, so much so that I started climbing with my daughter.

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The 36-year old joined the Army in 1998 as an aircraft technician and was deployed on various operations from Bosnia to Afghanistan.

However, when Steve returned to the UK in 2013, he unexpectedly fell ill.

“At first I thought it was just a cold,” Steve said. “But then, I began experiencing these crushing headaches and severe tiredness. It was incapacitating.”

Steve was eventually referred to the Hadley Court medical rehabilitation centre for further investigation.

There, he was diagnosed with chronic fatigue, and it was discovered that his headaches were being caused by nerve damage in the head, due to his body being in constant fight-or-flight mode during his deployment.

He was signed off work in June 2014, but left after recovery treatment this September.

“It was really difficult coming to terms with not being able to do all of the things I used to do. Some mornings I find it impossible to wake up and even get out of bed,” he said.

“But I didn’t want to sit at home feeling sorry for myself, and I know physical activity is good for helping minimise my condition.

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“I now intend on developing my climbing skills further and hope to deliver climbing as an instructor as part of a new career path as a self employed fitness and activity instructor.”

Besides embarking on the 10day course in the Alps, Steve also took part in the Invictus Games in Orlando earlier this year, where he competed in archery, power lifting and indoor rowing.

David Wiseman, Head of Armed Forces Programmes at the Endeavour Fund, said: “I’m proud that the Endeavour Fund is continuing to offer opportunities like Alpine Week to wounded, injured and sick servicemen and women – it has a real positive impact on their recovery and rehabilitation.”

Steve Howson (right) with course companion Neil Heritage - an ex-corporal who lost both his legs in a suicide bomb attack in Iraq in 2004.

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Super Mario embarks on 6th ‘Movember’

by Rebecca Day Filton Barbers owner Mario Parrinello is growing his ‘tache for charity next month, and is calling on local men to join him.

It is the sixth year that the Filton Barbers has taken part in Movember – an annual charity event, held every November, which raises vital funds for prostate cancer, testicular cancer, mental health and suicide prevention.

The Filton Barbers Mo Team raised just under £2,500 in 2015, but Mario is hoping to exceed the amount this year. He will be growing a handlebar moustache for the cause.

Mario, who has had family members affected by cancer, said: “It would be great if we could beat the amount we raised last year – even if it’s just a couple of pounds more. I’m looking for local men to join the team and to help us raise as much as possible for a really important cause.”

Filton Barbers is currently selling raffle tickets to raise money for Movember, with a number of great prizes up for grabs, including a year’s worth of haircuts, hair products, a round of golf for four people, signed

football shirts, meals for two, a month’s gym membership and much more. Tickets are £5 each and winners will be announced in a big raffle draw at Filton Barbers

on November 30, which will also be live-streamed to Facebook.

All proceeds from hot towel shaves throughout November will also be going to the charity

effort . If you would like to join Mario’s team of ‘Mo Bros’, visit: uk.movember.com and search ‘Filton Barbers MoTeam’.

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‘Inspiration In-Custody’ is a project that seeks to work with various employers and businesses to come into the Southwest prisons to inspire ex offenders to look into various industries including self-

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n NEWS The continued success and developments in the Community Garden mean there is much more work to be done.

Whether you are a gardener, like cutting grass and maintenance work or just pottering around , the garden team would welcome you into the Community Garden Group.

They are a friendly sociable group with many friendships made over the years, and they have enjoyed huge success as an RHS award winning garden and are committed to improving the community and protecting the environment.

If you are interested telephone Dave Mikkelson on 07766151756 or email CommunityGarden@ filtontowncouncil.gov.uk Meanwhile, lives lost in war will again be remembered in the garden.

Last year the Community Garden held a Remembrance Service in those who bravely fought and lost their lives in

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many conflicts at home and overseas.

The oath was read by ex-

serviceman Bill Knight and was well attended although it was arranged at short notice.

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They plan to make it a bigger event this year and will be inviting local schools to attend, and Bill will once again read the oath. Please put the date in your diaries Friday 11 November 2016 at 11am and come along and pay your respects.

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Carol Bus all set for return to Filton The Carol Bus is coming again to Filton, on Sunday, Decmber 11.

The route is slightly different this year but still concentrating on Filton with maybe a few more scheduled stops. More details still to be confirmed.

The bus will ‘launch’ from St Andrew’s this year with a proper Christmassy send-off involving local schools and organisations, one of which is South West Winterguard which has kindly offered their time to come and help support us.

Santa will of course be on board and there will be scheduled stops like last time so plenty of time for sweets & pics.

Our new Facebook page - Filton Carol Bus - is up and running well and also our website. www.filtoncarolbus. co.uk.

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Macmillan are our chosen national charity, along with the local charity FACE Filton. We are in the process of confirming volunteers and allocating roles and would love to hear from anyone who wants to come along.

Refreshments will be provided in return for a small donation when the bus returns to St Andrews as its last and final stop for 2016.

We look forward to seeing all the residents of Filton Community and will issue progress updates between now and the event.

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Let’s end disability hate crime and talks by Brandon Trust tickets-27218189337. The ample parking for blue badge and Paul’s Place, talks by Stand Vassall Centre is designed to holders.

Against Racism & Inequality be fully accessible for people There is a loop system (SARI) your local hate crime with physical and sensory and BSL interpreters will be charity), People First, the impairments. There should be available.

Disabled Police Officers’ Association and the Council.

Stopping Disability Hate Crime in “We want to tell you all - South Gloucestershire about hate crime and how you can stop it.”

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The event takes place on - Have people attacked you or your possessions?

Wednesda,y 12th October, 12.00pm–4.30pm, at The - Find out what is happening and what you can do to stop it Vassall Centre, Gill Avenue, Fishponds, Bristol BS16 2QQ Join us for an afternoon to find out more about disability hate crime and the To book your place phone organisations which can help.

SARI on tel: 01179420060 or When? Wednesday 12th October, 12.00pm–4.30pm e-mail: sari@sariweb.org.

Where? The Vassall Centre, Gill Avenue, Fishponds, Bristol BS16 2QQ uk or visit: www.facebook.

To book your place phone SARI on tel: 01179420060 or e-mail: sari@sariweb.org.uk or visit: com/SARIcharity/ https://www.facebook.com/SARIcharity/ There are also free tickets available at www. eventbrite.co.uk/e/stopdisability-hate-crime-insouth-gloucestershire-

People in Filton who have suffered disability hate crime are being urged to attend a meeting this month to address the issue.

‘Stopping Disability Hate Crime in South Gloucestershire’ is organised by South Gloucestershire Disability Equality Network, the Council, SARI, Paul’s Place, Brandon Trust and People First.

Have you ever been called names because you are disabled?

Have people attacked you or your possessions?

Anyone who has experienced these incidents is encouraged to come and find out what is happening and what can be done to stop it.

A spokesman said: “Join us for an afternoon to find out more about disability hate crime and the organisations which can help.

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Come and see our refurbished softplay, we now have a coffee machine available in our new party room next door, as well as soft drinks etc available from our bar from 12.00 Come and try our multi-level play area, now includes slides and ball pit with a separate under 3’s section and submarine.

Bring the kids along to play and explore while you sit back and relax. After the kids have run out of steam you can take advantage of our new seating area to enjoy hot or cold drinks, or snacks available from our bar area.

Our soft play is available to drop-in and also for pre-booked parties with our new dedicated party room included.

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Activities at Filton Sports & Leisure centre:

Do you know we are more than just a swimming pool? We have bootcamp, martial arts, badminton, table tennis, snooker, tennis courts and 5 side football courts all on offer. We also have sports fields, softplay, a skate and bmx park, children’s play area and outdoor Gym. For any more information please give us a call on 01454-866686, or online at www.filtonleisurecentre.co.uk

Ratepayers Arms

A warm welcome to the Ratepayers Arms bar and lounge, we have BT Sports showing a range of sporting activities.

We have a good selection of beers, lagers, wines, spirits, soft drinks, and hot drinks available. We also offer a range of real ales and guest beers on a regular basis. If you feel a bit peckish, then we have a range of bar snacks or freshly prepared rolls on offer.

SAVE MONEY! FILTON RESIDENT PASS Filton residents are able to benefit from the use of the Sports and Leisure Centre at REDUCED RATES as recognition that the centre is subsidised from the Town Council precept, which only Filton residents pay. The pass can be obtained by taking a passport sized photograph and proof of Filton residency such as a utilities bill to the Leisure Centre reception desk.

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Another year of success for our local Royal British Legion branch

by Becky Day After a successful year of raising almost £50k for service men and women, Filton’s Royal British Legion (RBL) branch is gearing up for the launch of its next Poppy Appeal.

The Stoke Gifford branch, which covers Filton, Little Stoke, Stoke Lodge, Stoke Gifford and Bradley Stoke, says that it is grateful for the support it has received from the public.

Money raised for the Poppy Appeal goes to the RBL’s Welfare Fund, which is used to support current and ex-service personnel and their families.

The 2016/17 Poppy Appeal launch will take place on Friday, October 28 2016, 2pm at Bristol Parkway Station.

There will be guest appearances from Chelsea Pensioner Brian Cumming from the Royal Hospital retirement home in London, national RBL trustee Martyn Tighe, and branch vice president Jack Lopresti MP. University of the West of England student and Stoke Gifford RBL trumpeter Zak Ajjane will be playing the bugle calls, Last Post and Reveille.

Last year’s fundraising efforts were successfully led by branch chairman and Poppy Appeal organiser John Moloney, with the total standing at £49k in mid September.

The Poppy Appeal year ends on September 30.

A spokesperson from the

branch said: “We must continue in our endeavour to make sure the welfare of our Armed Forces continues after they left and also whilst serving.

“To improve on this year’s Poppy Appeal, we need all the assistance we can get.”

The branch is looking for members of the public to volunteer two hours of their time from October 29 and November 13, between 9am and 5pm at Asda Filton, Sainsbury’s East Filton, Parkway Station and the Willow Brook Centre in Bradley Stoke.

If interested in volunteering,

contact John Moloney on 07802535591 or ja_moloney@ live.co.uk.

The branch also recruits student volunteers from the University of the West of England, UWE. If you or someone you know needs help from the Royal British Legion, contact the RBL national helpline on 0808 802 8080. A new drop-in centre is also open in central Bristol at 60 Union Street.

For more information about the Stoke Gifford RBL branch, visit: www.facebook.com/ StokeGiffordRBL

Remembrance Sunday Services – 11am, November 13 n St Peter's Church, Filton n Village Green, North Road, Stoke Gifford n St Michael’s Church, Stoke Gifford n Stoke Gifford Baptist Church, Rock Lane Armistice Day Services – 11am*, November 11 n Bristol Parkway Station n Willowbrook Shopping Centre, Bradley Stoke n Sainsbury’s, East Filton

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n NEWS Family help group seeks trustees Home-Start Bristol (HSB), which supports families in Filton and beyond, is recruiting two Trustees to join its current eight-member Trustee Board team.

The charity supports families living within the geographical boundaries of Bristol and South Gloucestershire, who have at least one child under 5 and who are experiencing problems affecting their wellbeing as a family.

During 2015/16 HSB supported 134 families and expect to support at least that number in the next 12 months.

For further details please contact either our Scheme Manager, Beverley Symonds, (email address schememanager@ homestartbristol.org.uk, telephone 0117 950 1170, or the Chair of Trustees, Sue Otty (email address sueotty@hotmail. co.uk, telephone 07568503481.

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n SCHOOLS The children in Willow Learning Zone/Year 2 at Wallscourt Farm Academy in Cheswick have been busy exploring their local community, and thinking about the wider world around us, including hosting a British Council visit from a group of more than Columbian leaders.

The children have been researching the question - Who lives in our community? The learning team explored and walked around the area, and then identified key places of interest around WFA. They then took photographs and returned to school.

The children all used a huge map of the area, donated by the previous contractors - Balfour Beatty - and using the map and our lightbox and vertable (all the latest kit!) they made a giant map. The children then created nets of the places - houses, shops and other places - as part of their time being mathematicians. The models were then placed on the map and the local area re-created within the walls of WFA.

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The children in Willow Learning Zone were also joined by the British Council delegation from Columbia. This group were invited to the school by Lighting up learning, as part of a city wide visit to other schools in Bristol.

One of the leaders commented on the children’s collaborative learning skills and their resilience as learners.

A Filton primary is on the hunt for governors to help staff shape the future of the school.

The Governors at Filton Hill Primary School work closely with the school’s Senior Leadership Team and staff to develop the vision and aims of the school community.

The Local Governing Body consists of people from a variety of backgrounds who represent different areas of the school and local community.

As well as the commitment to attending these meetings, Governors are involved in many aspects of school life such as recruitment interviews, meetings with students and parents, lesson visits, monitoring the school improvement agenda, and meetings with staff. Governance is assessed by OFSTED in its Leadership and Management judgement about the school.

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Teaching Year 7 those essential skills Abbeywood Community School has launched a new programme called PiXL Edge with their new Year 7 group.

The aim of the programme is to develop and accredit students with those personal attributes essential for employability and life.

The Edge gives students an opportunity to develop 5 key attributes: n Leadership n Organisation n Resilience n Initiative n Communication Students qualify at three levels: n Level 1: PiXL Apprentice n Level 2: PiXL Graduate n Level 3: PiXL Master At each level there are a variety of approved activities that students can undertake for each of the key attributes, the number of activities that need to be completed varies depending

on the level. Activities can be completed both in and out of school. Examples of activities: n Take responsibility for

teaching a piece of work to others in the class n Lead a coaching session in PE

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n Attend an enrichment club every week for a term n Organise a small scale fundraising activity e.g Charity Day n Compose a musical piece for a single instrument or voice which is performed Once complete students will receive a nationally reco0gnised certificate and badge, additional prizes and rewards will be made throughout the year.

One million young people aged 8 –18 years old are currently using the programme, in schools all over England and Wales and in every kind of school.

David Howe, Associate Headteacher, said: “Employers and Universities have said they look for these 5 core attributes essential for employability and life and this programme provides a framework to develop and accredit these attributes to our young people.�

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Joshna beats thousands to scoop national Jamie Oliver cooking prize A young Bristol chef has been given the ultimate seal of approval by Jamie Oliver after scooping his national award for 14-19 year olds.

Joshna Johnson, a student at Orchard School Bristol in Horfield, won the Jamie’s Home Cooking Skills competition, in conjunction with publisher Pearson, beating off competition from thousands of entrants, with her meal of BBQ ribs with a chive dip and lemon and tomato salad with feta, a Ferrero Rocher cake and a mocktail.

She was inspired to enter the competition by her teacher at Orchard School, Kirsty Pettett, and will now enjoy a slap-up meal at Jamie’s restaurant in Bristol, along with a prize of a Jamie cook book, £100 of books from Pearson and a set of professional Tefal cookware.

The competition asked entrants to offer at least two dishes or courses, and include details of a drink to accompany the food. Organisers said they wanted entrants to embrace the Jamie Oliver ethos of healthy eating, using delicious ingredients and inspiration from around the world.

Joshna said: “When I heard the news that I won the Jamie Oliver Competition over thousands of applicants all over the UK, I was speechless and ecstatic. It was a really big honour for me to be awarded

this prize. I especially thank my teacher Miss Pettett, who is my food teacher. Wthout her motivation, I would have never got this award. I also thank my school for giving me this opportunity, Pearson and most of all Jamie Oliver.”

Miss Pettett said: “Joshna always works really hard in food, but for this competition she fulfilled the brief to perfection.

“Her dishes not only tasted divine but her presentational skills are those in keeping with a Michelin star chef. I’m honored to teach all the GCSE food students but immensely proud of Joshna for winning this award.

Congratulations.”

In a video message to Joshna, Jamie praised her use of healthy ingredients and the way her menu was presented.”

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n ADVERTISING FEATURE

QEH launches ‘Girls in STEM’ seminars

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Queen Elizabeth’s Hospital is well-known for its 425 year history of providing outstanding education for boys. Last Easter, governors at the school made the exciting announcement that the Sixth Form would begin welcoming girls from September 2017, a step that has proved popular amongst girls in Bristol.

“We have great plans for our September 2017 cohort,” says Stephen Holliday, Headmaster. “These include a redevelopment of our Sixth Form Centre to create vibrant new social spaces as well as extra private study areas. I have been delighted to have already welcomed our first prospective female students to visit us and discuss these plans, ahead of our Sixth Form Open Evening on 10 November.”

As part of the launch of the co-educational Sixth Form, QEH is holding a series of ‘Girls in STEM’ seminars designed to encourage girls into STEM based careers and to provide relevant information and advice.

The first of these is a medical focused seminar, featuring Dr Rebecca Aspinall (Director of Medical Education & Consultant in Anaesthesia and Critical Care, UHB NHS Trust), Dr Anne Pullybank (Director of Surgical Services & Consultant in General Surgery, North Bristol NHS Trust) and Wing Commander N J Glover (Consultant Anaesthetist & Clinical Lead Critical Care Air Support Team, RAF). This is followed by an engineering seminar with speakers including Cathy Davis (Head of Investment Programmes, BAESystems), Eva Soukupova (Senior Consultant & Civil Nuclear Engineer, Magnox Limited), and Joy Hyde (S & T Technical Programme Manager, Rolls Royce).

Dr Julia Jönsson, Deputy Head of Sixth Form and a member of the chemistry department, said, “As someone who is passionate about encouraging girls into science, I am delighted that we are able to offer these seminars to girls from Years 9 to 11, at a time when they will be making important subject choices for further study.”

The seminars will take place on 11th and 18th October, from 5.00pm6.30pm and will be held in the school’s new £3million Science and Art Building, which was completed over the summer and will be formally opened later this month.

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New community forum hears local concerns incidents to SGC Streetcare and/ or Police on 101

n To identify local solutions to community issues n To provide a forum for local groups to engage The forum, which was held in Patchway last month, is chaired by Filton Town Council chairman Darryl Collins and the next meeting will be held on Wednesday, 11th January 2017, 7:00pm at the Doug Daniels Pavilion in Elm Park, Filton (beside the swimming pool).

Among the priorities which were discussed: n C ars abandoned on back lanes.

Residents should report

n P arking on pavements in the area.

For the police to take action this must be causing an obstruction at the time someone is trying to access the pavement and where a double buggy or wheelchair cannot get through. n T he middle lane at Filton Roundabout coming from Gloucester Road and going towards Sainsbury’s down the link road does not trigger the lights which is causing some motorists to make dangerous manoeuvres.

SGC to investigate n G reat Stoke Way, from Sainsbury’s entrance roundabout to MOD roundabout, the lane markings have changed

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SGC to clarify n P avements around Concorde Lodge at Filton Roundabout, from exit around towards Golf Course Lane and by Air Balloon public house are in a terrible condition.

Cllr Roger Hutchinson to investigate n C allicroft Road - From Highwood Road to the first traffic calming is in an awful condition and needs resurfacing.

SGC to investigate

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The first meeting of the Filton and Patchway Community Engagement Forum has taken place since South Gloucestershire Council decided the previous Safer and Stronger Community Groups should adopt this new format.

Community Engagement Forums are not decision making bodies, but rather provide a place where local needs, issues and projects can be discussed by local residents, community groups, town and parish councils and public sector organisations, including South Gloucestershire Council, in order to help shape future activity.

They are intended: n To develop shared understanding of local priorities and needs n To improve the quality of life of people in the local area by influencing local decision making and service delivery

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n BOOK REVIEW WITH FILTON LIBRARY

The Hungry Student Cookbook by Charlotte Pike Reviewed by a Filton Library Reader For all those starting at university or wanting to cook on a budget or even those who just don’t have a lot of time to spend cooking this book is full of easy recipes. Beautifully illustrated and with clear well written instructions you can’t go wrong!

As a student I feel this book has plenty to offer from stir fries to burritos, paninis to frittata, curries to casseroles. Packed with plenty of tempting recipes including many vegetarian options I found the book to be useful when cooking for friends and it certainly helps make meal times more interesting and nutritious.

There is a selection of appetising breakfast dishes and delicious desserts as well including the five-minute cake in a mug!

With a few tips on safe storage of food as well and store cupboard essentials it’s a really informative read.

Suitable for beginners as well as those with more experience I would recommend the book to anyone wanting a bit of kitchen inspiration.

A copy of The Hungry Student Cookbook is available to borrow or reserve from Filton Library.

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Indoor cricketers seek new players for the winter season Almondsbury Cricket Club has been running for 155 years but they need new players urgently and their indoor team plays at a local school.

They play their indoor league games at Orchard School.

A spokesman said: “As a club we are 155 years not out! But we need you if we are to continue!

Want to join a local, friendly team? Have you played cricket in the past and would like to get back into it? Or are you just starting out?

“Although our outdoor league season has completed we have to plan for next year to ensure our viability.

“Come and play in our indoor winter league at The Orchard School, Filton Road BS7 OXZ on various evenings.

“Please ring for further details .. our chairman Tom Burgess on 07886 356193, or first team Skipper Andy Parkinson on 07912 553902.”

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‘Stoptober’ is the time to give up cigarettes for good

‘Laings’ and ‘Henbury Gents’, two local skittle teams who play at The Civil Service Social Club on Filton Avenue, recently held their annual charity match.

At the match they raised £300 which is being donated to Headway Bristol, an organisation that helps improve life after brain injury.

The match was played in memory of Duncan Edwards who played for both teams, and was the son of Ray and Janice Edwards.

A spokesman said: “A fun evening was had by all! Many thanks to all who came.”

The teams are pictured after the match at the Civil Service Club

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Filton smokers are being encouraged to take part in this year’s Stoptober campaign South Glos Council is gearing up for this year’s Stoptober by encouraging residents to give up smoking throughout October and use the opportunity as a springboard to quit for good.

Last year more than 880 people in South Gloucestershire took part, and this year the council is hoping that even more residents will take the first steps towards quitting.

Throughout September, staff were out at roadshow events across South Gloucestershire, directing people to the support that is available to help them kick the habit.

Cllr Toby Savage, Chair of South Gloucestershire Council’s Public Health and Health Scrutiny Committee, added: “I’d encourage anyone thinking about giving up smoking for good to come along to one of the group sessions running throughout Stoptober.

“They are free and open to anyone who wants a helping hand to stop smoking.”

If you’re looking to take part in Stoptober, text your name and “READY” to 80011. You can also call us on 01454 865502 or email smokefree@southglos.gov.uk to make an appointment at one of the free support sessions. The sessions take place in Patchway every Tuesday between 4pm and 7pm and in Kingswood every Thursday between 3pm and 7pm. Same day appointments are available.

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Culture and Faith Exploration an opportunity to hear a guest speaker followed by an informal question and answer session over refreshments in an informal cafe-style setting. a series of monthly conversations taking a particular issue for contemporary society and a discussion for people with or without a religious faith

Science and Religion Rev. Dr. John Emmett

St Andrew Methodist Church Filton October 26th 2016 7:30 – 9:30pm Admission Free donations for the St Andrews Future Church Fund The Topic A quote by Albert Einstein ‘Science without religion is lame. Religion without science is blind’. What are the different kinds of relationship between the two from conflict to co-operation. and how can they help each other. Topics include creation, evolution, humanity, evil and destruction The Speaker Rev Dr John Emmett is a retired Methodist minister who formally worked in the nuclear power industry. He was a church minister in Swindon, Bath and Gloucestershire, a Theological College tutor and a member of the Methodist Faith & Order Committee.

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n Spider phobia course. This four hour long course is delivered jointly

by Greg Nejedly (a hypnotherapist at the Hypnotherapy Bristol Practice) and a member of the Zoo Education team and takes place in the Zoo’s Conservation Education Centre on Guthrie Road, opposite Clifton College. A variety of approaches are used to help you, including talks, relaxation, hypnotherapy and an optional meeting with the Zoo’s friendly spiders. Course costs £95. To book a place or for further information, please call 0117 974 7369 or visit www.bristolzoo.org.uk.

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n Would you like to be a lady who lunches? Why not join our friendly Ladies Lunch Club. We meet 12.15 – 3pm on the 2nd Thursday of the month, October-March in Lower Almondsbury, for a 2-course lunch plus a speaker or event. For more details please call Audrey Rosser on 01454 620176 or send an email to audrey.rosser@btinternet.com.

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n Craft Exhibition - Thurs 13thSat 15th October, Bath & West Showground, Shepton Mallet BA4 6QN. Huge range of craft supplies plus demonstrations, workshops and more £8.00 adult/£7.00 concessions/Children under 16 free www.Craft4Crafters.co.uk. Ticket Line: 0345 3040222

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There will be a TABLE TOP SALE at St. Andrew’s Methodist Church Hall, Elm Park, Filton, Bristol - 10.30 a.m. to 12.30 p.m. in aid of Church funds. Bookings and enquiries please telephone 0117 9872143.

October 27

n Creepy creatures (Children’s holiday event for 8 – 12 year olds) An event run by the Avon Gorge & Downs Wildlife Project. Spooked by spiders? Drop off children at 10am and pick them up at 3.30pm.

Children will need to bring their own packed lunch. £15.00 per child. Held at Bristol Zoo Gardens and on the Downs. To book please call 0117 9030609 or email mleivers@bristolzoo.org.uk0

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Table tennis star Will grabs gold at Rio games

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Unit 4/5 Grove Industrial Estate Patchway, Bristol BS34 5RD 0117 9792979 Former SGS College and Bristol Academy of Sport star Will Bayley secured a gold medal for Paralympic Team GB in table tennis singles class 7 at Rio. Will, a silver medallist at London 2012, beat Brazil’s Israel Pereira Stroh 3-1.

Will joined Filton’s SGS College Table Tennis Academy in 2007, competing in class 6.

The Academy’s training helped his mobility greatly and Will was reclassified to compete in class 7. Will’s Academy Coach, Kevin Satchell, had no doubt that he could excel to become a top international player.

Speaking today of Will’s success Kevin said: “Staff at SGS can all be very proud to have played a major part in the gold medal success of Will Bayley.

“Will said recently in a TV interview that when he came to SGS college he started to take himself seriously as an athlete.

“The college itself and the staff across a number of departments played a huge part in supporting his journey.”

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n FILTON PLANNING APPLICATIONS SEPTEMBER Applications n Pegasus House Aerospace Avenue Installation of lead flashing to Jan Juta window. n 17 Shanklin Drive Demolition of existing rear extension. Erection of single storey rear extension to form additional living accommodation n 20 Third Avenue Erection of single storey rear extension and installation of rear dormer with alterations to roof to facilitate loft conversion forming additional living accommodation.

Erection of detached single storey residential annex ancillary to main dwelling house. n 8 Hollyleigh Avenue Demolition of existing garage.

Erection of detached garage. n 26 Sixth Avenue Installation of rear dormer to facilitate loft conversion.

n 12 Third Avenue Erection of single storey rear extension which would extend beyond the rear wall of the original house by 4.1 metres, for which the maximum height would be 3.8 metres and the height of the eaves would be 2.6 metres

n Unit 4 Filton Park Gloucester Road North Consent to display 1 no. internally illuminated static fascia sign, 1 no. internally illuminated static projecting sign and 1 no. other internally illuminated static sign.

Approved with conditions

n 575 Filton Avenue Demolition of existing attached garage. Erection of two storey side and rear extension and single storey rear extension to facilitate the subdivision of existing dwelling into 4no. self-contained flats with associated works.

n Unit A Station Road Variation of condition 2 attached to planning permission PT15/5195/F to allow any ancillary trade counter associated with Unit A, or other such public use, shall not be open to the customers outside the hours of 0700 to 2000 Monday to Friday, 0700 to 1800 Saturday, and 1000 to 1600 on Sundays.

AND External alterations to facilitate change of use from shop (class A1) to hot food takeaway (class A5) as defined in the Town and Country Planning (Use Classes) Order 1985 (as amended) Both approved with conditions

Decisions n 885 Filton Avenue Erection of a two storey front extension to provide additional living accommodation.

Withdrawn n 92 Northville Road Non material amendment to PT16/1558/F to change the size and colour of window.

No objection

n 30 Braemar Avenue Demolition of existing garage and erection of single storey

side and rear extension and two storey rear extension to provide additional living accommodation.

Construction of a raised platform.

Approved with conditions n Rear Of 168 Station Road Erection of 1 detached dwelling and associated works.

Approved with conditions n Filton Abbey Wood Train Station, Station Road Request for Prior Approval under Part 18 Class A to Schedule 2 of the Town and Country Planning (General Permitted Development) (England) Order 2015 for the provision of a new platform on the north western boundary of the site (Platform 4) with associated retaining walls; regrading of embankment.

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High fliers meet athlete and astronaut At the launch of the UK’s first Flying Challenge programme, 30 young people from a Bristol school met Olympian Kriss Akabusi and French Astronaut Claudie Haigneré.

The programme sees the 13 and 14 year old students from Bristol Metropolitan Academy in Fishponds embark on a unique and potentially life-changing opportunity to work with Filtonbased Airbus employees. During the year-long programme they will learn about flight, careers in aviation, develop new skills, and gain practical experience.

The Flying Challenge programme, which is the Airbus Foundation’s largest youth mentoring programme, will include 20 weekly sessions at Airbus where they will get “behind the scenes” access to aviation design and test experts and facilities on the Filton site.

They will also visit other aviation organisations in the Bristol area including Rolls Royce and Bristol airport and have a flying lesson. By the time they graduate from the Flying Challenge, participants will have undertaken a wide range of aerospace experiences, worked with committed

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employee mentors, completed a skills portfolio and worked towards a nationally recognised qualification.

This Airbus Foundation programme is being supported by two local charities: ABLAZE, who aim to raise young people’s aspiration, attainment and skill levels; and fly2help, who use the

power of flight to help people change their lives.

Trevor Higgs, UK Head of Engineering at Airbus said: “This cohort of students will be the UK’s first to embark on the journey. We at Airbus in Filton are proud to be a part of these students’ lives, and look forward to seeing their talents develop over the coming year.”

Phillipa Evans, Design and Technology Teacher at Bristol Metropolitan Academy said: “It has been a really great opportunity to engage and meet with the team from Airbus.”

Since the start of the Airbus Flying Challenge in 2012 around 1,460 young students across France, Spain and the USA have completed the programme.

Pictured: Students, employees and special guests celebrate the launch of the Airbus Foundation Challenge in the UK

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n REGULAR EVENTS Mondays Dinky Dolphins, baby and pre-school swimming session, games music and play, 9.30am-10.30am. These sessions are first come, first served. £4.25 for 1 adults and up to two children, Filton Sports and Leisure Centre Tea Dance, Filton Community Centre, 1.45pm-3.45pm. 07527 808206 St. Peter’s Ladies Group (formerly Wives Group) “We are a group of ladies, who meet in St. Peter’s Church Hall at 7.30 pm on the second and fourth Mondays of each month, except August for a talk or social gathering. Our programme can be seen on the church web site at www.filtonchurch.pwp@ blueyonder.co.uk. New members very welcome, just come along on the night or ring Cynthia Clark on 0117-9695144 for more information” Bristol & Avon Family History Society. We meet on the 2nd Monday of the month, except JUNE which is the 3rd Monday. We do not meet in JULY or AUGUST. VENUE BAWA Southmead Road FILTON at 7.30pm. There is a varied programme of family history related topics and speakers, for beginners and more experienced researchers. Help, books and more always available at each meeting. Further information from secretary@bafhs.org.uk

Tuesdays Pre-School story and Rhyme time 9.30am, Filton Library, Shields Centre, Aqua fit Tuesdays, 9.45 – 10.30am, cost £4.75 a session, class suitable for non swimmers, participants must be 16 yrs and over, Filton Sports and Leisure Keep Fit Association classes, all welcome, Filton Community Centre 2-3pm. Call 0117 969 3326 Filton Library, Shields Centre, free one to one IT tuition with our Computer Support Volunteers on Tuesday afternoons. Contact the library to book a session. 10am - 1pm Westerly Showband welcomes able adult wind band musicians to its weekly rehearsals every Tuesday at Filton Library from 7.30 to 9.30 pm. Under its experienced conductor Chris Harris players will be receive the coaching and support needed to achieve a satisfying performance. Band practices take place in a friendly and encouraging atmosphere and include nice biscuits.

The repertoire includes a wide variety of genres especially chosen to please both band members and audiences alike. Prospective members can look at the website at www.westerlyshowband .com or ring 0117 9561950 for more information. Visitors to rehearsals are always welcome. See also Friday for training band.

Wednesdays Filton Garden Club, St Teresa’s Social Club, 7.30pm. 1st Wednesday of every month, 0117 975 9126. Not January.

Filtones Choir. Don’t like going out in the evening? At a loose end on a Wednesday afternoon? Ever thought of joining a choir? Why not come along on and exercise your lungs and challenge your grey cells with our friendly group of people who are The Filtones. We are actively seeking to recruit altos, tenors (gents or ladies) and basses to join our happy band. We sing four part harmony but ability to read music, although useful, is not essential as we supply CDs

and MP3 files as teaching aids. We give afternoon concerts to elderly people’s clubs and societies around Bristol and two evening concerts in June and December from which we donate much of our profit to charities. We are a very caring and sociable group of people who sing together with the aim of giving as good a performance as we can, but mainly to enjoy ourselves. For more information please ring Jilly on 0117 9232281 or Shirley on 0117 9654348 or e mail dorothy.bryant@btinternet.com. or look at our web site on www.thefiltones. weebly.com. Alternatively, just call in at Eden Grove Methodist Church Horfield BS7 0PQ between 1.30 and 3.45 pm on a Wednesday afternoon (not during August) for a listen and a chat.

Men in Sheds in Filton is extending its hours to meet demand. The DIY group, which aims to tackle loneliness and isolation among men aged over 50, operates from the Scout hut in Nuffield Grove, providing a space to socialise, build, share skills and drink tea. Men in Sheds Filton is part of a national movement, initiated by Age Concern Cheshire in 2009 and sustained by the UK Men’s Sheds Association. There are now over 200 “sheds” across the country, with many more being developed. The group runs every Wednesday, from 9.30am-12.30pm.

Horfield Townswomens Guild are a really friendly Guild that meet on the second Wednesday of every month at St. Gregory the Great Church Hall, Filton Road, Horfield at 2.30 pm. Ladies are welcome to just turn up or ring Edna on 0117 949 5413 for a chat about the Guild.

New Harmony Ladies’ Choir Bristol …. an established choir since 1994 who offers a chance for ladies to get together and have a good old……sing!

No auditions are necessary apart from placing you into the correct voice group - soprano, mezzo soprano or alto. We are a very socially minded group and often enjoy activities outside the singing role. We perform several concerts a year and sometimes travel to other parts of the country to sing with other choirs.

Our repertoire covers classical, choral, jazz, popular, folk, and show songs in fact, a wide variety. Everyone is welcome to Horfield URC church hall, Muller Rd on Wednesdays 7.30-9.30. We’d love to meet you. For more information contact our website www.nhlcbristol.co.uk or our secretary Angela nhlc@talktalk.com Northavon Singers would welcome new members especially sopranos to our mixed choir of 20-singing all kinds of music. Rehearsals at St Peter’s Church Filton every Wed at 7.30pm - not August.

On the third Wednesday of each month the Avon branch of the International Plastic Modellers Society (IPMS UK) meet at the Avon Suite BAWA Club. 7.45late. Over 18 please unless accompanied by an adult. All types of plastic modelling and one of the largest groups in the UK. For further information check out website www.ipmsavon.org.uk Filton Historical Group. meet at Pavilion, Elm Park, Filton. 7.30pm last Wed.of months. Sept. to April (not December) Interesting speakers. For further details: 0117 9695198.

Thursdays Goldies “Singing for Fun”, songs from the 50’s, 60’s & 70’s. Every Thursday 10am-noon, Southmead Community Centre, Greystoke Avenue. £1 donation

to the Goldies charity. For further information contact abby@goldenoldies.org.uk or call 01761-470006 Bristol Male Voice Choir...if you enjoy singing, even if only in the shower/bath, then this is the place to come! We have fun every Thursday evening from 7.15 in the company of like-minded gentlemen.

The choir practises every week at South Gloucestershire and Stroud College (formerly Filton College) on Gloucester Road, Filton. For more information look at our website www.bristolmvc.org.uk or telephone our secretary Alan Snook on 0117 9424378.

Bristol Sugarcraft Guild meet every third Thursday in the month except August.We welcome all -from beginners to the more competent crafter Meetings start at 7.30-9.30 at St. Andrews church.

For more information ring Bristol 9568737 or 9653568 Dinky Dolphins, baby and pre-school swimming session, games music and play, 10am-11am. These sessions are first come, first served. £4.25 for 1 adults and up to two children, Filton Sports and Leisure Centre, term time only, term time only.

Filton Ladies, St Andrew’s Church Hall, 2pm-4pm, new members welcome, call 0117 904 1844 Silver surfers: FACE, Elm Park, BS34 7PS, 10am-noon Drop-in for ‘silverhaired’ folk (over 50yrs) to get help with accessing computers, the internet, mobile phone technology, digital cameras, and much more! Run by a dedicated team of friendly volunteers with Ken at the helm, this supportive group is just as much a social session as it is about learning! Come and join us! Come along anytime, just £2.50 per session with free refreshments. Does not run during August.

Should you wish to take Flower Arranging lessons, there is a small, friendly group which meets at Filton Community Centre (formerly Filton Folk Centre) on Thursday evenings at 7-9pm from mid September. Catering for beginners and improvers we cover all aspects of flower arranging from traditional to contemporary including Church flowers and flowers for special occasions. More details from 01454 323610 or 01454 412087.

The Avon & Bristol Woodturners meet every third Thursday at St Teresa’s Church Hall from 7pm to approximately 10pm. For details, www.avon-andbristol-woodturners.org.uk/fortnightly, North Bristol Creative writing group. Meets fortnightly. 07535111294 northbristolwriting@gmail.com St Peter’s MU (Mothers Union) 2nd Thursday of each month (except August), 2pm in the church hall. All ladies and Gentlemen invited. For more information look on St Peter’s Church web site or call 0117 9491833 or just turn up.

Work club: FACE, Elm Park, BS34 7PS, 12.30-3pm: Drop-in session, Open to all who want some advice / guidance looking for work! Get support with CV writing, filling in job aplications, job searching, interview techniques/ practise, volunteering placements, and finding local courses to get more qualifications!

Stop Smoking Sessions, 3-4pm.

Appointments to be booked in advance.

01454 865502. smokefree@southglos. gov.uk Diddi dance, Preschool dance class for

girls and boys ages 18 months to school!

Thursdays 9:45-10:30am, St. Teresas Church Hall. Contact Emily for your free trial.07850983821. emily.norman@ diddidance.com

Fridays Pre-School story and Rhyme time 2.30pm, Filton Library, Shields Centre Toddler Group, meets term time only at St Andrew’s Methodist Church from 10 to 11.45. A warm welcome to all toddlers and their carers.

Concord band is Westerly Showband’s training band. It also meets in Filton Library but on Fridays at 7.30 pm. Its tutor/conductor is Keith Williams is well known as a teacher and performer in the Bristol area. His qualifications and experience make him the ideal person to coach mid-level adult players. The pace of his rehearsals are gauged to suit of people who wish to progress.

The biscuits are equal in quality to those of Westerly Showband; in fact they come out of the same tin! This newly formed group is filling fast so interested musicians should not delay in getting in touch; either via www. westerlyshowband .com or by ringing Jayne on 0117 9708160. Visitors to rehearsals are always welcome.

Saturdays 9.30am – 10.30am, Filton District Councillors’ Surgery, Filton Library.

Filton Library, Shields Centre, free one to one IT tuition with our Computer Support Volunteers on Saturday mornings. Contact the library to book a session.

Monthly Chatterbooks reading group for children in years 5 – 6. Meets on a Saturday afternoon, Filton Library, Shields Centre.

St Teresa’s Catholic Church, Vigil Mass, 6pm

Sundays St Peter’s Church, 8.00am Holy Eucharist; 10.00am Parish Eucharist with crèche and Sunday Club; Noon, Baptism (by appointment); 6.00pm Evening Worship (Choral Evensong on the 1st Sunday of each month)’.

St Teresa’s Catholic Church, Morning Mass, 10.30am. Other masses visit www. stteresasfilton.org.uk St Andrew’s Church, Filton, 10.30am, Morning Worship; 6pm, Evening Worship

Pyramid Youth Club Juniors 5-9 yrs Thursdays 6.30 - 7.45 p.m.

Inters 10-12 yrs Mondays and Fridays 6.30 - 8.00 p.m.

Seniors 13+ Mondays and Fridays 8.00 - 10.00 p.m.

Judo Tuesdays Juniors under 13 yrs 6.30 - 7.30 p.m. and 13+ - adults 7.30 9.00 p.m.

New members are welcome. Please ring 9691315 if you want more information.

There are vacancies in all age groups.

Based at 470 Filton Avenue, contact Margaret 0117 9691315

To advertise, contact Jeanne on 0786 639 2912, sales@filtonvoice.co.uk or Richard on 0777 555 0607 or Emma on 0771 577 0448.

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Filton Community Centre 983 6500 www.facebook.com/ FiltonCommunityCentre Mondays Gymtastics 9:00 - 3:30 Tel: 07513909786 Survive Drop-In 10:00 - 12:00 Tel: 0117 9612999 Tea Dance 1:45 - 4:00 Tel: 07527 808206 Alzheimers support 2 - 4 pm Tuesdays Gymtastics 9:00 - 3:30 Tel: 07513909786 Keep Fit 2:00 - 4:00 Tel: 0117 9693326 Flower Arranging 2:00-4:00 Dog Training 7:00 - 9:15 01454 616630 Cacti Club 7:30 - 9:30 (3rd Tues) Tel: 0117 9503604 Kumon Maths and English Classes 3.30pm - 5.30pm Tel: 01454 281 037 Wednesdays Pilates 10:00 - 11:00 Tel: Maree 0117 9502411 Tai Kwan Do 6:30 - 7:30 Tel: 07971 684912 Dawn James Art 1.30 - 3.30 Tel. 0117 975 9683 Jumpfit 5.40 - 6.40pm www.jumpfituk.com Thursdays Gymtastics 9:00 - 3:30 Tel: 07513909786 Lift Employability 9:30 – 12:00 Short Mat Bowls 2:00 - 4:00 Flower Arranging 7:30 - 9:30 Kumon Maths and English classes 4pm - 6pm Tel: 01454 281 037 Fridays Gymtastics 9:00 - 3:30 Karate 6:00 - 8:00

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Mondays: Duke of Edinburgh’s awards 6-7pm Youth club for 12-18s (Year 8+) 7.309.30pm, £1 Wednesdays: Youth club for 12-18s (Year 8+) 7.309.30pm, £1 Thursdays: Ignite Thursdays: (all sessions £1) 4.30-5.30pm: Sensory Sparklers group for people aged 11+ with complex sensory needs 6-7pm: Bright Sparks Youth club for age 11-15 with learning/social difficulties or ASD 7.30-9.30pm: Illuminators Transitions social club for age 16+ with learning/ social difficulties or ASD No 1-2-1 or personal care provided - please bring support worker/carer.

Fridays: 3.45-4.40pm: Street dance for 8-14year olds, £4 5-6pm: Youth club for School Years 3, 4 & 5, £1 6.30-8pm: Youth club for School Years 6 & 7, £1 New members always welcome to all groups. Based at: FACE, Elm Park, Filton, BS34 7PS, phone 0117 9691938, email info@facefilton.org.uk and website www.facefilton.org.uk Please follow us on Facebook: ‘FACE-Filton’ and Twitter: @FACEFilton to keep updated with our news!

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Wednesday Over 50’s 3 course lunch £3.50, 12.15pm, sit down at 12.30pm Thursday Over 50’s 3 course lunch £3.50, 12.15pm, sit down at 12.30pm Friday North Bristol Amateur Radio Club, Open to Public, 7pm - 10pm Saturday Bingo, 7.00pm – 9.pm

1st Filton Scouts, Cubs & Beavers Beavers, aged 6-8, two groups, Weds 5pm and 6.15pm Cubs, 8-101/2, Mon and Thurs 6.30-8pm Scouts, 101/2 - 14, Tues 7-9pm The group is based in Scout Headquarters, Nutfield Grove, Filton, BS34 7LH. All sections are open to boys and girls.

Contact for all sections is John Cahill (jcahill@blueyonder.co.uk), Phone 0798 605 3005)

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Rainbows, Brownies and Guides Tuesdays Brownies - ages 7 - 10 years Guides - ages 10 - 14 years Rangers - ages 14 + Wednesdays Rainbows - ages 5 - 7 years Brownies - ages 7 - 10 years Thursdays Rainbows - ages 5 - 7 years For more information please contact : d.wilkey@btinternet.com or register at Girlguiding UK website and follow the parent links to register your daughter.

Weekdays Coffee shop, 9am – 12:30pm, St Peter’s Church, Filton

Filton Community Garden meetings Every second Saturday of the month at 10am-12noon in meeting room next to the Soft Play, entry via the Ratepayers.

SHE7, Braemar Crescent, Filton Tuesday Coffee Morning 10am – 12pm Computer drop Club 2pm – 4pm Bingo 7.30pm – 9.15pm

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ALL SOULS’ DAY Wednesday 2nd November 2016 7.30pm To mark All Souls’ Day & in remembrance of those we have loved and lost, there will be a special service of Prayer, Choral Music and Holy Communion.

11.00am-1.00pm

Come along to pray for your loved one, and listen to St Peter’s Choir sing the beautiful

Armed Man Suite by Karl Jenkins

For more information or to sing in the choir, please contact Revd Lizzie Gregory on 01179 312808 or 07452 992122 or visit our website www.stpeterschurchÞlton.com

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